KAEPER MACHINE INC

KAEPER MACHINE INC specializes in the precision manufacturing of small arms, ordnance, and ordnance accessories for U.S. defense systems, with deep expertise in producing critical mechanical components such as recoil buffers, sears, back plates, lock handles, and helical compression springs. The company’s technical capabilities span high-tolerance machining, spring forming, and the fabrication of hardened steel hardware including latches, pins, and fasteners, all engineered to meet stringent military specifications. Their focus on mission-critical firearm and weapon system components demonstrates a proven ability to deliver precision-engineered parts under demanding operational conditions, with particular strength in small-batch, high-reliability production for defense platforms. The contractor maintains a consistent relationship with the Department of Defense, supplying components used in small arms, armored vehicle subsystems, and tactical ordnance systems. Their work supports the sustainment and modernization of infantry weapons, vehicle-mounted systems, and associated mechanical assemblies, reflecting a trusted role in the defense industrial base for parts requiring exacting dimensional control and material integrity. KAEPER MACHINE INC’s primary industry focus is in NAICS 332994—small arms and ordnance accessories manufacturing—where they deliver specialized metal components integral to weapon function and durability. They also support adjacent manufacturing categories including hardware, spring, and fastener production, positioning them as a niche supplier for integrated mechanical subsystems within military firearms and vehicle armament systems. As a small business structured under the 2L entity classification, KAEPER MACHINE INC operates from its facility in Mentor, Ohio, with no federal certifications on record. The company’s geographic presence and specialized manufacturing capabilities make it a reliable, regionally embedded supplier for DoD supply chains requiring precision metal fabrication without reliance on large-scale defense contractors.