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Meyer Plastics, Inc. – A Family Company
Long before the 1900’s, the entrepreneurial spirit of the Meyer family existed in a variety of business enterprises. There was a tobacco shop, barbershop, and flower shop.
Pictured here is the A.B. Meyer Coal Company dating back to 1923. As the use of coal started to decline, the Meyers became involved in building supplies and limestone. They later discovered the dust from the crushed limestone was a desired product as a fertilizer, paint pigment, a filler in resins, and even chicken feed.
Charles F. Meyer, Jr. (left) developed a passion and expertise for selling crushed limestone throughout the state of Indiana. In June of 1950, he incorporated under the name of Meyer Materials, Inc. In 1951, his son Fred (middle) joined the business, and then in 1957 his youngest son, John (right), joined as well. This was the humble beginning of our company.
In the early 60’s, the Meyer boys discovered fiberglass reinforced plastics. They were on the cutting edge of technology with this product and traveled the entire state teaching companies how to use this product. Many of the local boat companies became customers.
It wasn’t too long before Meyer Materials, Inc. had the knowledge to begin blending their own plastic resins. They began selling a two-part epoxy glue that hardened in thirty minutes and called it “Snappy”. Their logo was a turtle with a teardrop on the shell. John told the story of securing a large account that said they would buy the glue, but the turtle and the name Snappy had to go.
In the early 60’s, the Meyer boys discovered fiberglass reinforced plastics. They were on the cutting edge of technology with this product and traveled the entire state teaching companies how to use this product. Many of the local boat companies became customers.
It wasn’t too long before Meyer Materials, Inc. had the knowledge to begin blending their own plastic resins. They began selling a two-part epoxy glue that hardened in thirty minutes and called it “Snappy”. Their logo was a turtle with a teardrop on the shell. John told the story of securing a large account that said they would buy the glue, but the turtle and the name Snappy had to go.
Throughout the 60’s and 70’s Meyer Materials, Inc. grew into a full line plastic distributor and sheet fabricator. The Meyer name was recognized as an honest, dependable source for plastics, sign materials, adhesives, mold building materials, and silicone products. Customers also knew that if they had to have a special part made, the folks at Meyer were the ones to call. With more emphasis on the plastics business, our name was changed to Meyer Plastics, Inc.
In 1982, Ralph Meyer joined his father, John, in the Company. His first assignment was working in inside sales. Ralph came to work with a BSME from Southern Methodist University and an MBA from Indiana University. Ralph was named President in 1995. Reflecting on that start, it was really on-the-job-experience, that enabled me to manage at Meyer Plastics these last 40 years.
In 1982, Ralph Meyer joined his father, John, in the Company. His first assignment was working in inside sales. Ralph came to work with a BSME from Southern Methodist University and an MBA from Indiana University. Ralph was named President in 1995. Reflecting on that start, it was really on-the-job-experience, that enabled me to manage at Meyer Plastics these last 40 years.
Family owned and operated for almost 75 years, Meyer Plastics, Inc has strong roots in the Indianapolis area. We were founded on the principles of a firm handshake, personal relationships, and quality products. Today, we are proud that these principles continue to drive each of our customer and supplier partnerships, which makes Meyer Plastics, Inc. “Your Plastics Solution Partner since 1950.”
Earliest days, barber shop cigars and boutonniere, and you're ready for the day!
A.B.Meyer Coal Company, 1923
Charles Jr., Fred, John Meyer. 1957
"Delivery Today, Plastics of Tomorrow"
Current Meyer Plastics building
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Professional Grade Silicone Sealants. 100% silicone rubber acetoxy sealants that cure to a tough, rubbery solid.
Providing toy stores, gift shops, museum stores, and the educational sector with quality STEM products for over 40 years.
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