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Operating Segments: Latching systems and solutions

HQ: Placentia, California, United States

Partner: TransDigm Group Inc.

About Hartwell Corporation

Hartwell Corporation is a leading manufacturer for latches and latching systems in the aviation industry. Founded in 1939 initially as a distribution company, Hartwell came to specialize in quick-access latches. The invention of the Trigger-Lock latch during World War II became the industry standard for latching systems on aircraft, and placed Hartwell as a leader for such products. Currently, Hartwell latches are used on a wide variety of aircraft from manufacturers like Boeing, Airbus, Bell Helicopter, AgustaWestland, Bombardier, Gulfstream, Raytheon, Saab, Safran, Nothrop Grumman, Leonardo Finmeccanica, Lockheed Martin, Textron, and many others.

Products, Services, and Platforms

Products

• Latches and latching systems: Hartwell manufactures over twenty thousand different latching products for various products, including engine cowlings, nacelles, and thrust reversers, as well as cargo doors, interior storage bins, and interior and exterior access panels.

Subsidiaries/Partners

Hartwell Corporation is a subsidiary of Transdigm Group Inc., a global provider, designer, and manufacturer of aviation parts and tools for both the civilian and military sectors. 

Competitors

Hartwell’s competitors include Actron Manufacturing Inc., Avibank Mfg Inc, DIRAK GmbH, TriMark Corporation, Nationwide Industries Inc, Eberhard Manufacturing Company, and others.