Wayne Rubber, a well-established supplier of custom rubber compounds and molded products, has announced the opening of its first dedicated manufacturing facility in Wixom, Michigan—marking a significant milestone in the company’s growth journey.
Originally founded as a distributor of rubber compounds and molded goods, the company has earned a strong reputation for reliability, technical expertise, and close customer collaboration. With the launch of its new facility, Wayne Rubber is now expanding into in-house production and molding, enabling greater control over quality while improving operational efficiency.
Gage Fryz, Founder of Wayne Rubber, described the development as a major achievement for the company. He noted that what began as a vision to connect customers with dependable rubber materials has evolved into a fully integrated manufacturing operation. The new facility, he added, will allow the company to better serve its customers, accelerate innovation, and build on its existing foundation.
The Wixom facility is equipped with advanced rubber injection molding technology and precision processing capabilities, designed to cater to a wide range of industries including automotive, industrial, consumer, and specialty sectors. With this expansion, Wayne Rubber aims to enhance production efficiency, strengthen supply chain resilience, support research and development of custom formulations, and deliver high-quality products with shorter lead times.
This move into manufacturing reflects Wayne Rubber’s long-term commitment to innovation, growth, and contributing to the advancement of American manufacturing.