Austin Powder is an Ohio company founded in Akron in 1833 by five brothers from Vermont, making it the oldest manufacturing company in the state. From its early days producing black powder for rock blasting, it has grown into a global explosives manufacturer with more than 4,800 employees and operations in over 27 countries. The company’s identity remains closely tied to its “Power of Family” culture and a safety-first approach.
International Fireworks Manufacturing CoSince 1906, International Fireworks Manufacturing Co. has made fireworks and produced professional pyrotechnic displays, from community celebrations to presidential inaugurations. Still family-owned and operated by the Serpico family in Douglassville, Pennsylvania, the company has performed tens of thousands of shows and operates a year-round consumer showroom. It is also the only domestic manufacturer of visco safety fuse, made at its Pennsylvania facility.DOUGLASSVILLE, PA
American Black PowderAmerican Black Powder is a U.S.-made black-powder manufacturer serving people who use traditional firearms and related equipment. Based in Philipsburg, Pennsylvania, the company also produces powder for pyrotechnic applications and military use.325920PHILIPSBURG, PA
Chemsafe InternationalFounded in 1978 by George Kneier Sr. and George Kneier Jr., family-owned Chemsafe International is an Ohio manufacturer of chemical products for industrial and institutional customers. It expanded from a janitorial and sanitation supply house into manufacturing and formulation, and today operates more than 100,000 square feet of production and warehouse space with over 100 employees. Its long-running specialties include industrial cleaning chemicals and the MAGIC heavy-duty hand cleaner.CLEVELAND, OH