John D. Smith

Sporting Arms & Ammunition Manufacturers' Institute, Inc. (SAAMI) is an industry association comprising major manufacturers of firearms, ammunition, suppressors, and related components. The private company is based in Newtown, CT. The organization develops, publishes, and maintains voluntary American national standards to ensure safety, reliability, interchangeability, and quality in the design, manufacture, transportation, storage, and use of sporting arms and ammunition. SAAMI's standards cover specifications for pressure and velocity, cartridge and chamber dimensions, firearm sound suppressor guidelines, and testing procedures. The institute coordinates technical data, provides industry resources, addresses regulatory compliance and safe handling practices, and offers guidance on hazardous materials transport and fire safety. Membership includes domestic manufacturers and suppliers involved in firearms, ammunition, propellants, and related equipment.