Automotive OEM

Automotive OEM

ITW’s Automotive OEM segment designs and manufactures innovative fasteners, interior and exterior components, and powertrain and braking systems for OEMs and their top-tier suppliers. ITW’s automotive businesses have a high level of customer intimacy, enabling customer-back innovation to address complex needs such as vehicle efficiency, safety, and quality. Deep market knowledge and strong manufacturing process capabilities allow ITW’s automotive businesses to be nimble, niche problem solvers for their sophisticated customers.

  • $3.3

    Billion

    2018 Revenues

  • 22.5%

    2018 Operating Margin

  • ~3,000

    Patent Portfolio

    (Granted and Pending as of Dec. 2018)

Segments at a Glance

Segment Revenue
by Geography

Growth Drivers

Demand for improved fuel economy and safety
Reduced engineering resources at Auto OEMs drives greater reliance on ITW innovation
Unique global technical and manufacturing capabilities, including a strong position in high-growth China market

Key Brands