Founded in 1971 by Robert “Bob” True, Adhesive Compounders Inc. manufactures industrial hot melt and water-based adhesives while formulating custom bonding solutions for manufacturers. The independently owned Des Moines company uses an in-house laboratory and experienced chemists to develop and test formulas around customers’ substrates, equipment, and production requirements. ACI is also certified as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business.
Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
FDA 21 CFR compliance for indirect food contact
Compliance program
Savaré Specialty AdhesivesFamily-owned Savaré Specialty Adhesives has been researching industrial adhesives since its founding in Italy in 1924, growing into a mid-size multinational with a production facility in Delaware, Ohio. The company is known for working closely with customers and partners to develop dependable hot-melt solutions for specialized manufacturing applications, with an emphasis on long-term relationships and continued research.DELAWARE, OH
Pioneer Adhesive Products of America CorporationPioneer Adhesive Products of America was established in 1993 by Vinny Skoczylas and his stepson, Rob Porto, who remain closely involved in the Western New York business. Known for hands-on technical guidance, the company develops custom adhesive formulas for industrial customers and supplies solutions used in manufacturing and packaging. Skoczylas brings more than 35 years in the adhesive trade, while Porto has worked in the industry since 1986.ORCHARD PARK, NY
Ameri-Cal CorporationFamily-owned since its founding in 1968, Medina-based Ameri-Cal Corporation makes custom pressure-sensitive adhesive products and provides coating, slitting and sheeting services for printing, laminating and converting. Now led by second-generation owner Jay Vigneault, the company pairs an in-house lab and decades of adhesive-coating experience with flexible production, developing solutions around each customer’s application rather than an off-the-shelf formula. Ameri-Cal serves national and international markets and is ISO 9001:2015 certified for the design and manufacturing of its pressure-sensitive solutions.MEDINA, OH
The Ruscoe CompanyFounded in Akron in 1946, The Ruscoe Company formulates, manufactures and distributes industrial adhesives, sealants and specialty bonding products. It has marketed Pliobond® adhesives since the postwar years and remains their exclusive distributor, while its in-house chemists develop custom formulations, private-label products and application-specific packaging. Ruscoe holds ISO 9001:2015 certification with design capabilities and sells through distributors in the United States and internationally.AKRON, OH