CRANE & CO., INC.

Crane & Co., Inc. specializes in the production of secure, high-integrity currency paper and associated security threads for U.S. federal currency systems. The company’s core capabilities center on the manufacturing of specialized paper substrates with embedded security features, including watermarks, security threads, and proprietary fiber blends designed to resist counterfeiting and meet stringent Federal Reserve specifications. Their technical expertise lies in precision papermaking processes, chemical treatment of cellulose fibers, and the integration of advanced anti-counterfeiting elements such as polymeric threads and microprinting substrates. Crane & Co. operates under strict quality control protocols to ensure dimensional stability, durability, and consistency—critical attributes for currency that must endure prolonged circulation and automated processing. The contractor maintains an exclusive, long-standing relationship with the Department of the Treasury, consistently delivering critical components for U.S. currency production. Their work directly supports the Bureau of Engraving and Printing’s currency manufacturing mission, supplying both substrate paper and security threads used in the production of all U.S. denomination notes. This partnership reflects a highly specialized, mission-critical supply chain role with minimal vendor redundancy. The company’s primary industry focus is on NAICS 322121—Paper (Except Newsprint) Mills—specifically within the niche of security paper manufacturing. This vertical demands advanced materials science, controlled environmental conditions, and adherence to federal security standards. Crane & Co. occupies a unique position as one of the few domestic producers capable of meeting the exacting requirements of U.S. currency paper. Crane & Co., Inc. is a privately held, second-generation business headquartered in Dalton, Massachusetts. The company holds no federal certifications but maintains a legacy of continuous, unbroken service to the U.S. government. Its geographic presence is centralized in its Dalton facility, where all production and quality assurance activities are conducted under secure, government-monitored conditions.