Born from tire-additive technology that dates to 1944, Flexsys makes specialty chemicals that help tires and other rubber products last longer, perform better and run more efficiently. Based in Akron, Ohio, the company operates seven manufacturing facilities and technology centers across four continents, combining global production with customer-focused technical support. All of its manufacturing sites are ISO 9001:2015 certified, and Flexsys received a Platinum EcoVadis sustainability rating in 2025.
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LANXESSFrom its Cologne headquarters, LANXESS develops, manufactures and markets specialty chemicals, including intermediates, additives and consumer-protection products. The global group operates in 32 countries with about 11,500 employees, while its Rhein Chemie business is particularly known for rubber additives used to turn raw rubber into high-performance tires, seals and drive belts. LANXESS also provides custom manufacturing through its Saltigo subsidiary, producing active ingredients and intermediates at facilities in Leverkusen and Dormagen.CHARDON, OH
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber CompanyHeadquartered in Akron, Ohio, The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company manufactures tires and develops related mobility services and solutions for customers worldwide. With more than 125 years behind the Goodyear name, the company operates 49 manufacturing facilities across 19 countries and supports consumers and commercial fleets through tire management, connected monitoring and service networks.AKRON, OH
Akron DispersionsFounded in Akron in 1958 by Firestone chemist Al Bosshard, Akron Dispersions grew from basement beginnings into a manufacturer serving the latex and chemical industries. Today, its Akron operation develops water-based dispersions and custom formulations for manufacturers that need materials tailored to their processes, with ISO 9001:2015-certified facilities supporting production.AKRON, OH
Chem Technologies, LtdChem Technologies, Ltd. manufactures custom rubber compounds, chemical dispersions, and customer-specified blends from its Middlefield, Ohio operations. Its blend and custom-mix work is integrated under one roof, backed by a management and technical team with more than 250 combined years of experience across six decades. The privately owned company has held ISO 9001 registration since September 2002 and is currently registered to ISO 9001:2015.MIDDLEFIELD, OH