Innovative Solutions for Everyday Challenges
Trusted Consumer Product Innovation Since 1995
At Align-Rite, we design practical, reliable products that solve real-world problems. From our headquarters in Grand Rapids, Michigan, we have spent decades engineering solutions for the hardware, automotive, medical, and consumer industries. Whether you’re removing stripped screws or keeping writing instruments secure and accessible, our products are built with performance and convenience in mind.
Problem-Solving Products for Industrial Maintenance
Align-Rite, Inc. is a Michigan-based company specializing in industrial maintenance and repair solutions. We focus on developing niche, high-utility products that improve fastener performance and simplify repair work across demanding environments.
With decades of experience supporting automotive shops, manufacturing facilities, and mechanical service operations, we understand the challenges professionals face when equipment fails or fasteners become damaged. Our mission is to deliver dependable solutions that reduce downtime and improve productivity.

Our Commitment
At Align-Rite, we are committed to continuous innovation in industrial repair technology. Every product we develop is designed with one goal in mind: to make maintenance work more efficient, reliable, and cost-effective.
Explore Align-Rite
Discover who we are, what we offer, and how our specialized maintenance solutions support professionals across automotive, manufacturing, and industrial repair environments.

About Us
Learn more about our company, our expertise, and our commitment to delivering reliable industrial maintenance solutions.

Our Products
Explore our range of specialized repair compounds and solutions designed to improve fastener performance and efficiency.

News
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Contact Us
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What We Do
We engineer and supply specialized repair compounds and tools designed to:
- Remove stripped or damaged screws and bolts
- Improve fastener grip and performance
- Reduce downtime in repair operations
- Enhance maintenance efficiency in industrial settings
- Support automotive, manufacturing, and mechanical industries
Our products are built to perform in high-pressure environments where precision and reliability matter most.


Why Choose Align-Rite?
- Over 30 years of innovation and product development
- Designed by experienced engineers and inventors
- Trusted in consumer, industrial, and military applications
- Approved for United States Government work (NSN: 8030-01-361-0041)
- Customer satisfaction backed by a full refund guarantee
Industries We Serve
Our products are widely used in:
- Automotive repair shops
- Manufacturing facilities
- Industrial maintenance teams
- Mechanical service operations
- Equipment repair and servicing environments

Engineered for What Matters Most
At Align-Rite, our core values guide every product we develop. We focus on delivering practical maintenance solutions that professionals can trustโengineered for accuracy, built for dependable performance, and designed for effortless use in real-world repair environments.
Precision
Engineered with exact standards to ensure accurate, consistent performance in every industrial repair application.
Reliability
Trusted by professionals for dependable results that hold up in demanding automotive and manufacturing environments.
Simplicity
Designed for easy use, helping technicians solve complex fastener problems quickly and efficiently without unnecessary steps.
Featured Product: ScrewGrab
Stop Fighting Stripped Screws
ScrewGrab is a specialized friction gel that dramatically improves grip between tools and damaged fasteners. Whether you’re working with stripped screws, rusted bolts, or worn nuts, a small amount helps maximize contact and reduce slipping.
Benefits:
- Helps remove stripped screws and damaged fasteners
- Improves grip by up to 800% in testing
- Reduces tool wear
- Helps prevent rounding and deformation
- Approved for use on United States Military fighter jets and by the United Kingdom RAF


Featured Product: PenBuddy
Keep Your Pen Exactly Where You Need It
PenBuddy is an auto-retractable, tension-free pen tether that keeps pens, pencils, and markers secure while remaining easily accessible. Its telescoping design eliminates dangling cords and reduces clutter.
Perfect for:
- Banks
- Reception desks
- Retail counters
- Customer sign-in stations
- Offices
- Schools
- Healthcare facilities
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Our Promise
Founder and CEO Larry Swanson personally guarantees a full refund if you are not completely satisfied with any Align-Rite product.
