What Elkhart Plastics, Inc. does

Elkhart Plastics, Inc. (operating as Elkhart Plastics LLC) is a US-based custom rotational molding manufacturer founded in 1988 and headquartered in South Bend, Indiana. The company is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Myers Industries, Inc. (NYSE: MYE) and operates five ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified manufacturing facilities in Atlantic (IA), Bristol (IN), Littleton (CO), Middlebury (IN), and Ridgefield (WA). Its core technology is rotational molding, which produces seamless, hollow plastic parts with consistent wall thickness by heating a mold and rotating it on multiple axes while powdered resin (typically polyethylene) coats the interior.

The company generates revenue through two primary streams: (1) custom rotational molding services for OEM customers spanning engineering design, mold making, manufacturing, secondary assembly, quality assurance, and logistics; and (2) proprietary product lines including the TUFF Series of Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs) — featuring the patented TUFF LinQ outlet valve (Patent #11,713,238) — Vertical Storage Tanks for water and chemicals, Connect-A-Dock floating dock systems, and marine, RV, DEF, diesel fuel, and material handling products. Go-to-market is a B2B enterprise field-sales model with quote-based, multi-year contract pricing; products reach end-users through direct OEM sales supplemented by dealer networks for vertical tanks (domestic) and Connect-A-Dock (domestic and international).

Elkhart serves OEMs across marine, RV, heavy truck, construction, agriculture, industrial, water treatment, and medical end-markets, holding certifications including UN/DOT for hazardous-material transport, NSF/ANSI 61 for potable water, FDA 21 CFR 177.1520 for food contact, and CARB/EPA/USCG/NMMA/ABYC compliance for marine fuel systems. The company employs 501-1,000 people and is led by Jack Welter (Business Vice President, Rotational Molding Platform at Myers Industries) and Cullen Jones (VP of Sales, Rotational Molding).

Name

Elkhart Plastics, Inc.

Legal name

Elkhart Plastics LLC

Website

https://epi-roto.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1988

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Elkhart Plastics is a US custom rotational molding manufacturer and subsidiary of Myers Industries (NYSE: MYE), operating five ISO-certified plants to produce proprietary TUFF Series IBCs, vertical storage tanks, Connect-A-Dock floating docks, and custom OEM components for marine, RV, agriculture, heavy truck, and industrial customers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Custom Rotational Molding / Plastic Manufacturing

NAICS

Industrial Truck, Tractor, Trailer, and Stacker Machinery Manufacturing (333924)

SIC

Industrial Trucks, Tractors, Trailors & Stackers (3537)

akta.pro primary industry

Blow-Molded Drums, Barrels & IBC Components (IMANAGAE)

Keywords

• Custom rotational molding
• Intermediate bulk containers
• Plastic tank manufacturing
• OEM plastic components
• Rotomolding services

Headquarters

HQ city

South Bend

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Custom Rotational Molding Services: Provides end-to-end custom rotational molding solutions including engineering design, mold making, manufacturing, secondary assembly, and logistics. Serves OEM manufacturers across industrial, marine, transportation, agriculture, and consumer markets. Revenue generated through direct B2B sales of custom-manufactured plastic components and proprietary product lines.
2. Proprietary Product Lines: Manufactures and sells proprietary product lines including TUFF Series IBCs (intermediate bulk containers), vertical storage tanks, floating dock systems (Connect-A-Dock), and material handling products. Products sold directly to OEMs and through dealer/distributor networks.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Elkhart Plastics is a custom rotational molder that designs, engineers, and manufactures rotationally molded plastic products for OEM customers across industrial, marine, transportation, agriculture, RV, and consumer markets. The company produces proprietary lines such as the TUFF Series of Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs), vertical storage tanks, and Connect-A-Dock floating dock systems, while also providing full-service custom rotomolding — from engineering design and mold making through manufacturing, secondary assembly, and logistics.

Product overview

Elkhart Plastics is a custom rotational molding company offering both proprietary product lines and custom OEM solutions. Their proprietary portfolio centers on the TUFF Series of Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs), including TUFF Stack Pro, TUFF Stack Pro Heavyweight, TUFF Stack IBC Tote, TUFF E-Series, TUFF Cube, TUFF Cube Max, TUFF LinQ Valve, 140L SVR, and 60L Composite Drum. They also manufacture Vertical Storage Tanks (water and chemical variants), Connect-A-Dock floating dock systems, and marine products including fuel systems, furniture, and water/waste tanks. Custom OEM offerings include RV components (fresh water tanks, holding tanks, storage liners), DEF tanks, diesel fuel tanks, and material handling products. The company operates as a Myers Industries company with five U.S. manufacturing facilities and provides full-service capabilities from design through delivery.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• TUFF Series IBCs: Proprietary line of Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs) including TUFF Stack, TUFF Stack Pro, TUFF Cube, TUFF Cube Max, TUFF E-Series, 140L SVR, and 60L Composite Drum. UN/DOT certified reusable containers for liquid storage and transport.
• Connect-A-Dock
• TUFF LinQ

Products and services

• TUFF Stack Pro IBC Tote Cylindrical tank within heavy-duty all-poly structural frame. UN/DOT certified, rated for 1.9 specific gravity. Available in 275- and 330-gallon sizes with proprietary TUFF LinQ valve. Sold to OEMs and chemical/agriculture customers for bulk liquid storage and transport.
• TUFF Stack Pro Heavyweight IBC High-pressure IBC rated for 428 kPa (62 psi) design pressure. Cylindrical tank with heavy-duty all-poly frame for handling higher-pressure chemicals. Available in 275- and 330-gallon sizes. UN/DOT 31H1 certified. Sold to chemical and industrial customers requiring higher-pressure bulk liquid containers.
• TUFF Stack IBC Tote Rigid, reusable IBC with UN/DOT certification and 1.9 specific gravity rating. Available in 120, 220, 275, and 330-gallon capacities. Features inked volume markers, sloped bottom drain, and accessible valve area. Sold to industrial, chemical, and agricultural customers for bulk liquid handling.
• TUFF E-Series IBC Cost-effective UN/DOT certified IBC with 1.35 specific gravity. First-of-its-kind alternative to bottle & cage IBCs. Features rotomolded base, sloped bottom drainage, and TUFF LinQ valve. Available in 275-gallon size. Sold to industrial and chemical customers seeking a lower-cost reusable IBC.
• TUFF Cube IBC Liter-measured IBC designed for agricultural chemical handling. 454-liter capacity with 1.5 specific gravity. UN/DOT certified. Features stackable design and TUFF LinQ outlet valve. Sold to agricultural chemical OEMs and distributors.
• TUFF Cube Max IBC All-plastic reusable IBC tote for regulated liquid materials. 454-liter capacity with 1.5 specific gravity. UN/DOT certified. Features proprietary TUFF LinQ outlet valve (Patent #11,713,238). Sold to industrial and chemical customers.
• TUFF LinQ Valve Proprietary IBC outlet valve with 30% stronger connection than industry standard. Features external threading to eliminate internal threads in product zone, reducing contamination risk. Includes integrated cam-lock fitting and dust cap. Sold to IBC manufacturers and end users requiring contamination-resistant dispensing.
• 140L SVR Tote UN/DOT-certified 140-liter IBC for reusable low-volume chemical shipments. Features removable top frame for internal bottle changing, TUFF LinQ outlet valve, and LLDPE construction. Sold to chemical and industrial customers needing smaller-volume reusable containers.
• 60L Composite Drum UN/DOT-certified composite drum with fully replaceable liner. Designed for efficient storage, transport, and dispensing of hazardous and non-hazardous liquids. Features three 2-inch top accessory ports and interlocking top stacking design. Sold to chemical and industrial customers.
• Vertical Water Storage Tanks Rotomolded vertical water storage tanks for irrigation, livestock watering, manufacturing processes, and fire suppression. NSF/ANSI 61 certified for potable water. 1.0 specific gravity. Available in 1000-3000 gallon capacities. Sold to agricultural, municipal, and commercial customers through direct and dealer channels.
• Vertical Chemical Storage Tanks HDPE vertical tanks for chemical storage with 1.5 or 1.9 specific gravity ratings. Feature UV-resistant construction, FDA-compliant materials, NSF/ANSI 61 certification, and extended warranty options. Sold to industrial and agricultural chemical customers through direct and dealer channels.
• Connect-A-Dock Floating Dock Systems Rotational molded modular floating dock systems including floating docks, personal watercraft docking (Connect-A-Port XL5 and XL6), and kayak launches (YAKport). Designed for harsh marine environments with low-maintenance performance. Sold through dealers across the US and international distributors globally.
• Connect-A-Port XL5 Personal Watercraft Floating Dock 5-foot wide PWC floating dock allowing easy roll-off launch and drive-on parking. Features adjustable rollers for various PWC sizes. Available in five colors. Sold to consumers through the Connect-A-Dock dealer network.
• Marine Fuel Systems Certified marine fuel systems available in direct and remote fill configurations. Compliant with CARB, USEPA, USCG requirements. NMMA certified and ABYC compliant. Customizable for OEM boat builders. Sold to marine OEMs.
• Marine Furniture Precision-molded seat shells, helms, and pontoon furniture for marine OEMs. Rotomolded and thermoformed options available with UV-resistant performance and one-piece construction. Sold to marine OEMs.
• Marine Water and Waste Tanks Marine-grade LLDPE fresh water and waste tanks available in blank, semi-custom, and fully custom configurations. No tooling required for standard sizes. Sold to marine OEMs.
• Marine Storage Solutions Purpose-built rotomolded storage solutions for gear, coolers, and livewells. Features UV exposure resistance, moisture resistance, and optional foam-filled insulation. Sold to marine OEMs.
• RV Water and Holding Tanks FDA and CSA approved rotomolded fresh water, gray water, and black water holding tanks for RVs. Manufactured under Ameri-Kart brand with access to existing water and holding tank molds. Sold to RV OEMs.
• RV Fresh Water Tanks FDA and CSA approved fresh water RV tanks for drinking water storage. Available in standard and custom sizes for motorhomes and campers. Sold to RV OEMs.
• RV Holding Tanks Plastic holding tanks for gray water and black water storage. CSA approved with standard sizes fitting most RV designs. Custom designs available. Sold to RV OEMs.
• RV Storage Liners Custom rotomolded storage compartment liners for motorhomes. Offers branded colors, graphics, textures, handles, removable dividers, and molded grips. Sold to RV OEMs.
• DEF Tanks Custom rotomolded Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF/AdBlue) tanks for OEM vehicle integration. Custom header attachment configurations and advanced header sensors available. Proprietary systems in 5-15 gallon capacities. Sold to commercial vehicle OEMs.
• Diesel Fuel Tanks Custom rotomolded diesel fuel tanks for OEM applications in agriculture, heavy truck, and construction industries. Cross-linked HDPE or MDPE construction for corrosion resistance. Scalable production with integrated secondary assembly and leak testing. Sold to commercial vehicle OEMs.
• Material Handling Products Custom rotomolded material handling containers for transporting goods, waste collection, livestock feeding, and bulk material storage. Includes residential carts (35, 60, 95 gallon) and solid-wall pallets (40x48 inches) with 10+ year lifespan versus wood. FDA-compliant food-grade resins available. Sold to industrial and commercial customers.
• Custom Rotational Molding Solutions End-to-end custom rotomolding services including engineering, mold making, manufacturing, secondary assembly, and logistics. Partners with OEMs across industrial, marine, transportation, agriculture, and consumer markets. Sold under multi-year OEM contracts with quote-based pricing.
• Parts Conversion Services Metal and fiberglass to plastic conversion services. Evaluates existing parts and identifies opportunities to simplify production and reduce manufacturing costs through rotomolding. Sold to manufacturers seeking cost, weight, or corrosion improvements over incumbent materials.

Quantifiable outcome

• Rotomolded parts eliminate welds and joints, reducing failure points and improving product reliability
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Myers Industries, Inc. (Parent Company)coreOthersElkhart Plastics is a subsidiary of Myers Industries, Inc. (NYSE: MYE), a diversified distribution and material handling business based in Akron, Ohio. Myers Industries provides resources, expertise, support, and state-of-the-art computer, data, robotic, information, and automation technologies to Elkhart Plastics.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Myers Industries: NYSE-listed parent company (MYE) operating a diversified portfolio including the Elkhart Plastics rotational molding platform alongside material handling and distribution businesses. It is the umbrella entity whose strategic and capital allocation decisions directly shape Elkhart's trajectory.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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