Our Timeline
Christopher Spencer
Christopher Spencer invents the automatic screw machine; thus, Hartford Machine Screw Company is born.
Read more 1873Hartford Machine Screw Company Merger
To begin building a reputation as a design and engineering focused company, Hartford Machine Screw Company merges with its affiliates to form Standard Screw.
Read more 1934Vernon D. Roosa Joins Stanadyne
Vernon D. Roosa joins Standard Screw to perfect his design for an on-engine diesel pump.
Read more 1947The World's First Diesel Rotary Pump
Standard Screw introduces the Roosa Master Injection Pump, the world's first Diesel Rotary Pump.
Read more 1952DB Model Rotary Pump
Standard Screw builds on its diesel fuel pump line with the introduction of the DB Model Rotary Pump.
Read more 1958The Pencil Nozzle Injector
Standard Screw develops the Pencil Nozzle Injector, an innovative, compact design that delivers fuel into the center of the cylinder.
1963Stanadyne is Established
Standard Screw becomes Stanadyne, keeping part of its legacy name and drawing off of 'dynamic' to progress the image of the company.
1970Introduction to Startmaster
Stanadyne introduces the Startmaster, an air starter for large truck applications.
1973Stanadyne Expands to Italy
Stanadyne acquires its Brescia, Italy plant to manufacture diesel fuel injectors.
1988World's First Electronic Rotary Pump
Stanadyne develops the DS Model Rotary Pump, the first electronically governed pump of its kind.
1993DE Model Rotary Pump
Stanadyne introduces the DE Model Rotary Pump. Stanadyne and the Amalgamations Group agree to a joint venture and open a facility in Chennai, India.
2002World's First 200 bar GDI pump
Stanadyne develops the world's first 200 bar gasoline direct injection pump for the automotive market.
2006China Opens Facility
Changshu, China facility opens its doors to engineer and manufacture pumps for Chinese OEMs.
2007Fuel Efficient Pumps Developed
Stanadyne develops a line of Diesel Common Rail Pumps that offered improved fuel efficiency over other market offerings at the time.
2011Stanadyne Enters Racing Industry
Stanadyne enters the high-end racing industry with the highest-capacity gasoline direct injection pump, helping to secure victory in a pivotal race.
2013Over 1 million units produced
The 200 Bar gasoline direct injection pump reaches the manufacturing milestone of 1 million units produced. Stanadyne develops the world's smallest gasoline direct injection pump.
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