Founded in 1851, Smiths Group has evolved from a precision timepiece maker into a specialized industrial technology provider. The company operates through two primary segments: John Crane, which engineers mechanical seals, power transmission couplings, and filtration systems for the energy and process industries; and Flex-Tek, which manufactures engineered components, flexible hosing, and rigid tubing for heating and fluid management in aerospace and industrial applications. A significant portion of the company's revenue is derived from resilient aftermarket services and replacement parts. In recent years, Smiths Group streamlined its portfolio by divesting its Medical, Detection, and Interconnect businesses to concentrate on industrial engineering and thermal solutions. The company operates globally, with a strong presence in the Americas, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.
