Our Clients in Focus

Welcome to our Client Spotlight page, where we celebrate the achievements of our clients throughout Western Pennsylvania that have successfully navigated the complexities of government contracting. 

Explore the journeys of these entrepreneurs to see how GACO’s no-cost counseling, technical training, and market research have helped local businesses secure contracts at the federal, state, and local levels. By excelling as both prime contractors and vital subcontractors, these firms strengthen the national defense industrial base, enhance community infrastructure, and fuel our regional economy.

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Ace Wire Spring & Form Co., Inc.

Ace Wire Spring & Form Co., Inc. is a long-established Pennsylvania manufacturer specializing in
custom precision springs and wire forms. Founded in 1939 and headquartered in McKees Rocks,
PA, Ace has built a reputation for quality, consistency, and technical expertise across a wide
range of demanding industries, including defense, energy, medical devices, and industrial
manufacturing.

Custom Plated Compression SpringsAce Wire Spring & Form Co. has maintained a working relationship with PennWest University and the Government Agency Coordination Office (GACO) APEX Accelerator since 1985. Over nearly four decades, this partnership has reflected shared values of technical excellence, workforce development, and support for Pennsylvania’s industrial base.

As the PTAC/APEX Accelerator program has evolved, Ace has remained a consistent regional manufacturing partner, supporting initiatives tied to government and institutional engagement while continuing to invest locally in skilled labor and advanced manufacturing capabilities.

Ace Springs Military CleanAce Wire Spring & Form Co. specializes in the manufacture of custom precision compression, extension, torsion, and magazine springs, as well as complex custom wire forms. The company serves customers requiring tight tolerances, repeatable performance, and dependable quality from early-stage prototypes through full-scale production.

Ace utilizes modern multi-axis CNC equipment, paired with a robust quality management system certified to ISO 9001:2015 standards. While Ace does not claim proprietary product design ownership, its engineering and manufacturing teams provide design assistance and practical manufacturing guidance, helping customers refine specifications, select appropriate materials, and improve manufacturability based on decades of hands-on experience.

Ace Wire Spring & Form Co. has a long history of supporting government and Department of Defense (DoD) programs, producing precision springs and wire forms used in mission-critical applications. The company is ITAR registered and experienced in meeting stringent government specifications, documentation requirements, and quality expectations.

This background has positioned Ace as a reliable supplier for programs where performance, traceability, and consistency are essential. Its ability to support complex requirements while maintaining schedule and quality standards has made Ace a trusted manufacturing partner within the defense supply chain.

Ace Springs Custom Plated Gold Wire FormAll Ace products are manufactured in the United States, reinforcing the company’s commitment to domestic production, supply chain reliability, and skilled American labor. Continuous investment in equipment, training, and quality systems ensures Ace remains responsive to evolving industry needs while maintaining the standards established over its more than 85-year history.

PennWest’s GACO APEX Accelerator values long-term partnerships with organizations that demonstrate technical capability, integrity, and sustained contribution to the region’s economy. Ace Wire Spring & Form Co.’s decades-long collaboration with PennWest and continued involvement in government manufacturing initiatives exemplify those principles.

Website: www.acewirespring.com
Phone: 412-331-3353
Email: RJ Froehlich - aceinfo@acewirespring.com