Snap Rings Versus Retaining Rings

Snap ring or retaining ring? The answer depends on the specific application, as these two solutions are designed for different purposes.

Published on 4.29.25

Your Source for Custom Retaining Rings 

For nearly 50 years, American Ring has been producing high-quality retaining rings that consistently meet or exceed customer requirements. Whether locking massive bearings on wind turbines, securing gym equipment weights, attaching knobs to car radios, or holding vehicle half shafts together, our retaining rings are engineered to perform reliably.

Published on 4.29.25

American Ring Acquires Ringmasters LLC

American Ring, a family-owned and operated company, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Ringmasters LLC and Alternative Surface Grinding. Ringmasters, formerly known as Eaton Ring, is a manufacturer of snap rings based in Massillon, OH. This acquisition furthers American Ring’s desire to improve and increase capabilities and efficiencies for it’s ever-expanding customer base, while […]

Published on 11.8.24

American Ring Acquires S&M Retaining Ring

American Ring, a family-owned and operated manufacturer and supplier of retaining rings, snap rings, and Belleville disc springs, is pleased to announce the acquisition of all tooling, dies, equipment, and intellectual property of S&M Retaining Ring. Founded in 2001 by Michael O’Shea Sr, S&M Retaining Ring produced tapered section retaining rings, stamped out of carbon […]

Published on 11.8.24