Wayne County, Ohio's Seaman Corporation Celebrates 75 Years of Excellence and Innovation

Established in 1949, Seaman Corporation has cultivated a renowned reputation for exceptional customer service and groundbreaking solutions. As a premier manufacturer of high-quality industrial-coated fabrics, the company has expanded significantly in both its product offerings and customer reach over the past 75 years.

Guided by a vision to safeguard valuable assets by providing the world's best protective solutions, Seaman Corporation's team is dedicated to upholding this standard in their daily operations, reflecting the quality of their products and the ultimate goal of their application.

“Our vision defines everything we do as an organization,” said CEO Jeff Swartz. “With the best products in the industry, the value they provide to businesses and organizations globally impacts both our customers and associates.”

Seaman Corporation has a rich history beginning in 1949 as Modern Textile & Plastics Company in Canal Fulton, Ohio. It was renamed Domestic Film Products Corporation in 1951 when it expanded production capabilities and moved to Millersburg, Ohio, an area renowned for its strong work ethic. Over the next 35 years, the company underwent significant growth and product evolution, culminating in a final name change to Seaman Corporation. In 1978, Richard Seaman took over leadership after his father's untimely passing.

In 1986, the company faced a significant insurance issue in Millersburg due to insufficient water capacity for a sprinkler system, prompting a search for a new site. Wooster was chosen as the location for the corporate headquarters, preserving the jobs of the nearly 100 associates working in Millersburg. Today, Seaman Corporation's corporate office in Wooster is home to over 250 associates, with an additional 150 in its Bristol, Tennessee location.

“We had two options when it was time to move from our Millersburg location: consolidate our operations to Bristol, Tennessee, or relocate to Wooster,” said Chairman Richard Seaman. “Our primary motivation for selecting the significantly higher investment in the move to Wooster was to preserve the nearly 100 jobs of our associates in the Millersburg area.”

Top-Rated Manufacturer of High-Quality Industrial-Coated Fabrics Expands Product Offerings and Customer Reach

The company's commitment to its employees and the community has been unwavering. Seaman Corporation has benefited from the strong work ethic and commitment to service of the Wooster community, which align with its own values. The Seaman family is committed to multi-generational ownership and invests in the company and the community to ensure its continued success as a family business.

Seaman Corporation's Ongoing Commitment to Wayne County's Prosperity and Community Well-Being

Seaman Corporation has also been a stalwart supporter of the Wayne County community, giving back through product and monetary donations, leadership engagement, sponsorships, and investments in local organizations and infrastructure. The company’s products, FiberTite roofing, Shelter-Rite, and engineered XR geomembranes, provide solutions to large brands like Microsoft, Google, Daisy, Frito Lay, and Tyson Foods.

Additionally, Seaman Corporation supports local schools and businesses, such as Wooster High School, the College of Wooster, OARDC, Wooster Township Fire and Rescue, the Pro Football Hall of Fame, Wooster Community Hospital, GOJO, and Wooster Brush Co., which contributes to the community’s well-being and economic growth.

Seaman Corporation plans to continue growing its operations in Wayne County,Ohio, and Sullivan County, Tennessee, driven by its commitment to innovation, business development, and marketing. This growth will benefit Wayne County by creating job opportunities and stimulating economic growth, further strengthening the bond between Seaman Corporation and the community it calls home.

Many of Seaman Corporation's associates live in Wayne County and appreciate the vibrant community filled with quality local businesses and events that reflect its welcoming and supportive nature. Wooster offers an attractive community to live in, and Seaman Corporation is proud to be a part of its growth and success.

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