About
About Greenslade & Company, Inc.
Our Mission
At Greenslade & Company, our mission is to help customers succeed by delivering cost-effective, prompt, and error-free dimensional calibration services. We’re also committed to cultivating:
- A positive, challenging, and rewarding work environment for our employees
- Mutually respectful, profitable relationships with our vendors
Our History: From Rockford Roots to Global Reach
Greenslade & Company, Inc. was founded in 1978 by Joe Greenslade in Rockford, Illinois. Originally a supplier of tooling and services for bolt, nut, and screw manufacturers, the company quickly expanded into the inspection and measurement space:
1983
Added mechanical fastener measuring and testing equipment.
1990s
Began designing proprietary measuring devices and manufacturing test plates using CNC equipment.
1999–2002
- Developed in-house calibration services
- Achieved ISO Guide 25 accreditation (2000)
- Upgraded to ISO 17025 (2002)
2002
Relocated to Fort Worth, Texas.
Launched our “One-Week Calibration Turnaround” policy, driving major growth.
2004–2007
- Expanded sales, engineering, and international business
- Joe Greenslade sold the company to team members Larry Borowski and Larry McLaughlin
2009 – 2019
- Doubled facility size and tripled the calibration lab footprint
- Added CNC equipment and new calibration software
- Rebranded with a new logo, stronger marketing, and a modern website
2019 and Beyond
While we proudly maintain our foundation in the fastener industry, Greenslade & Company continues to grow through:
- Advanced inspection equipment
- Global calibration support
- A spirit of innovation and technical excellence
We remain committed to offering world-class service and building enduring relationships with clients across industries.
Who Is Mr. Measurement?
Our in-house mascot, Mr. Measurement, was created by Fort Worth artist Gregory Arth. His presence on our site and materials reflects the blend of precision and personality that defines our brand.
Mr. Measurement is also our custom interactive calculation tool—built to give you fast, precise technical answers right when you need them. Have questions about fastener dimensions, thread pitches, or calibration tolerances?
