Johnson Propeller Company was founded in 1936 by Oscar Johnson and his son Ivar
Johnson. The duo started with the conviction that the company should be based on the
fundamental values of quality, efficiency, durability, workmanship and customer satisfaction.
Four generations later, it is clear they established a company that set high standards of
excellence as Johnson Propeller / OJ PROPS continues to grow and be a strong force in
the marine industry.
Johnson Propeller, recognized around the world as OJ PROPS – a nod to the founder Oscar
Johnson, remains a family owned and operated company, now led by Oscar’s Great
Grandson Eric Johnson. OJ PROPS continues to take great pride in the MADE IN THE
USA products and customer service they provide. This pride, coupled with the desire to
produce the finest propellers and products possible, has kept OJ PROPS excelling for
nearly 90 years. While the process of how propellers are manufactured has changed over
those many years, one thing remains constant, OJ PROPS continues to build and service
the highest quality propellers on the market. Ingenuity, INNOVATION and INTEGRITY is
how OJ PROPS has excelled throughout the years.
OJ’s product line has expanded beyond just propellers with the introduction of the Patented
OJ FLEX GLAND Dripless Shaft Seal Systems as well as a complete strut bearing line
exclusively using VESCONITE bearing material.
OJ PROPS commitment to INNOVATION in design and production EXCELLENCE, allows
their propellers and complete product line to speak for itself. All OJ PROPELLERS are
designed and manufactured in house in the USA, utilizing the most advanced CAD software
as well as the latest 3D printing and scanning capabilities. OJ PROPS will continue to
design and develop superior propellers and products for the constantly changing tow boat
market. For the past 45 years they have concentrated their efforts solely in the towboat
market, growing and adapting to the needs of the evolving tow boat industry. Expect OJ
PROPS to continue that effort into the future and continue to lead the industry with
INNOVATION and PERFORMANCE.
When you do business with OJ PROPS, you can expect quality craftsmanship, backed by
our commitment to you, our customer. We’re a small family owned company, that takes
pride in our products and services and will continue to prove our dedication and
commitment to quality, INNOVATION and INTEGRITY.