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About Us

OTTO Engineering is a U.S. manufacturer that markets its products through two divisions, OTTO Controls and OTTO Communications. In-house injection molding, stamping, CNC machining, cable assembly and cable overmolding capabilities are offered through OTTO's Dies Plus division.

Since its founding in 1961, OTTO has been designing and manufacturing controls switches, later adding audio accessories for unique and demanding applications. Headquartered in Carpentersville, Illinois, OTTO is recognized worldwide for superior performance and innovative products.

OTTO is a vertically integrated manufacturer with strong mechanical, electrical and RF design engineering capabilities, a world-class test lab and computer-controlled production line testing that are unmatched in the industry. 

  • Over 50 Full-Time Engineers

  • Satisfied Clients in Every Corner of the Globe

  • In-House Software Design and Development

  • Vertically Integrated Manufacturing

Controls

OTTO Controls' switches and operator controls solutions deliver long-lasting reliability for demanding applications around the world, including construction, agriculture, military, aerospace, mining, marine and material handling.

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Communications

OTTO Communications specializes in accessories for the two-way radio market including surveillance kits, wireless accessories, lightweight and heavy-duty headsets, speaker microphones, tactical, fire & HAZMAT communications equipment.

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Dies Plus

Our facility has complete engineering capabilities for designing, building, debugging and maintaining short run tooling, to high speed, large volume stamping dies. Complete jobs from Three Dimensional model or piece part print to completed finished part running continuous under power.

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  • Founded 1961 - Over 60 Years of Experience and Growth 

    Founded 1961 - Over 60 Years of Experience and Growth

  • Full Production Capabilities - Small to Large Quantities 

    Full Production Capabilities - Small to Large Quantities

  • Over 250,000 Square Feet of Manufacturing Space 

    Over 250,000 Square Feet of Manufacturing Space

  • Quality Expertise - On Site A2LA Accredited Testing Laboratory 

    Quality Expertise - On Site A2LA Accredited Testing Laboratory

  • Responsive Manufacturing - Planning, Project Management, Scheduling, Compliance, Supply Chain Management 

    Responsive Manufacturing - Planning, Project Management, Scheduling, Compliance, Supply Chain Management

  • Short Lead Times - Flexibility, Quick Turnaround 

    Short Lead Times - Flexibility, Quick Turnaround

  • Strong Technical Capabilities - Ability to Innovate in a Changing Global Environment 

    Strong Technical Capabilities - Ability to Innovate in a Changing Global Environment

  • Vertically Integrated - Managing the Value Chain Beyond Central Manufacturing 

    Vertically Integrated - Managing the Value Chain Beyond Central Manufacturing