350 years of Lesjöfors
In 2025, Lesjöfors celebrated a milestone few companies reach: 350 years of continuous innovation, craftsmanship, and industrial excellence. From our roots in a small Swedish mill to our presence on three continents, we’ve always been driven by one purpose: keeping the world in motion. Our components may be hidden inside products people rely on every day, but our impact is visible in the industries we serve, the progress we power, and the partnerships we build.
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Powered by people, trusted by industries
Today, Lesjöfors is one of the world’s largest spring and pressing manufacturers. Our precision springs, wire forms, and pressings are at work in everything from wind turbines to surgical devices — often unseen, always essential.
But our real strength? Our people. Engineers, innovators, machine operators, and experts – across Europe, Asia, the Americas and beyond – who build trust every day through quality, service, and technical excellence.
Our lasting legacy
It all started in 1675, with a small iron mill by a river in Sweden and a royal decree to build an iron hammer at Lesjöström.
From electrification and exports during the Great Depression, to bold expansion into component supply for automotive, medical, energy, defense, electronics and beyond — it’s innovation, resilience, and precision that have been at our core.
Every chapter tells a story of bold progress, which has led us to now becoming one of the world’s largest spring and pressing manufacturers.
This is how 350 years of progress have shaped the Lesjöfors you know and trust today.
1675: Lesjöfors is born by Royal decree
A royal order authorizes the construction of an iron hammer in Lesjöström, Sweden. This marks the official start of the industrial operation that would evolve into Lesjöfors — a legacy in motion.
1833 – 1852: The Ekman legacy and spring innovation begins
Gustaf Ekman introduces advanced metallurgy from Europe. Under his leadership, Lesjöfors begins making nails, wire, and Sweden’s first leaf and coil springs — laying the foundation for the company’s spring production future.
1853: Powering Sweden’s first locomotive
Lesjöfors leaf springs are used in Förstlingen, Sweden’s first steam locomotive – a major step forward in the country’s development of industrial transport.
1925 – 1950s: International trade transforms the company
Led by Baron Gerard De Geer, Lesjöfors invests in electrification, modern factories, and global expansion. During the Great Depression, the company pivots by exporting wire rope to the United States — proving its resilience on the world stage.
1982 – 1986: Entering the automotive aftermarket
In a time of economic challenge, Lesjöfors becomes employee-owned. The company restructures as Lesjöfors AB and renews its focus on innovation and the growing automotive aftermarket.
1989: Strategic growth through Beijer Alma acquisition
Lesjöfors is acquired by Alma Industri (later Beijer Alma), laying the foundation for a powerful growth strategy based on international expansion and acquisition.
1996 – 1997: Fire, resilience & rebirth
A devastating fire destroys our founding Lesjöfors factory. Within a year, a modern world-class facility is operational — a symbol of our company’s determination and ability to bounce back stronger.
2002 – 2007: Expansion into Asia and the UK
We acquire Lesjofors Heavy Springs in the UK and open our first factory in China - rapidly accelerating reach in spring & pressing markets worldwide.
2011 – 2022: Entry into North America & medical markets
Several further key acquisitions follow: In Mexico and the USA with Lesjofors Springs America Inc, and in Europe with Lesjofors Springs Slovakia – strengthening our position and sharpening our focus on Lesjofors Springs & Pressings | Medical.
2023: Industry First: SBTi climate targets
We proudly become the first spring manufacturer to join the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) – supporting global climate goals set by the Paris Agreement and reinforcing our commitment to responsible manufacturing.
2024: A digital leap
We launch our online shop. Offering the world’s widest range of standard stock springs and global access to our product portfolio.
2025: 350-year legacy
Lesjöfors celebrates 350 years of building a global industrial presence and serving companies worldwide with precision springs and pressings.
A heartfelt thank you to Lars Bergqvist, our Lesjӧfors historian and archivist, for all his support.
Power in motion around the world
Lesjöfors' springs and pressings are the silent force behind countless innovations. They help drive solutions in automotive, energy, technology and healthcare. Wherever progress happens, you’ll find our expertise at work.
Powering progress everywhere
Today, Lesjöfors’ components are found everywhere, from cars to aircraft, in defense applications, and across wind turbines to smartphones, in agricultural machinery and medical devices – often unseen, but always essential and part of our everyday lives.
Engineered to empower
Every component we create is designed to solve real-world challenges and help our customers achieve more. Our engineering know-how empowers industries to push boundaries and realise new possibilities.
Shaping forces, driving industries
From concept to completion, our products shape the essential forces that keep industries moving. Manufacturers around the world trust us. We deliver reliability and precision where it matters most.
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