Fuller Brothers

What Fuller Brothers does

Fuller Brothers, Inc. is a privately held, family-owned specialty chemical and equipment manufacturer founded in 1962 and headquartered in Clackamas, Oregon. The company develops and sells a portfolio of non-toxic, non-hazardous, certified biodegradable tire management consumables — including the Tire Life® formulation, PSF Plus® and PSF® liquid sealants, Lube-Zit™ and LubeZit Lite™ gel bead lubricants, Tire Cream™, FB Tire Mounting Lube, and White Lightning™ OTR dismount lube — alongside the patented Omega Vulcanizing System, an advanced tire section repair platform featuring Smart Pad® silicone heat pads with RFID communication, automated air pressure regulation, and computer-set temperature controls. The firm also distributes a Service Tools line (impact wrenches, pail/drum pumps, drain kits) to professional tire service operations.

The company sells primarily through direct domestic sales out of its Oregon headquarters and a parallel international sales team targeting commercial fleet operators and tire service professionals worldwide. Customers include truck, bus, and OTR fleet operators seeking to reduce tire management costs as well as tire service technicians performing mounting, dismounting, and section repairs. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, with products offered across packaging sizes from sampler kits to bulk drums and pails.

Fuller Brothers, Inc. is led by President Tim C. Fuller and Vice President Matt Johnson, with leadership including Vice President of Operations Ted Walker and a sales team that covers both domestic and international accounts. The firm holds registered trademarks (Tire Life®, Smart Pad®) and patented technology in the Omega Vulcanizing System, and supports customers via digital channels including its website, LinkedIn, and Facebook, supplemented by downloadable specification sheets, brochures, and safety data sheets.

Name

Fuller Brothers

Legal name

Fuller Brothers, Inc.

Website

https://fullerbros.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1962

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Fuller Brothers, Inc. is a family-owned specialty chemical and equipment manufacturer producing non-toxic, biodegradable tire sealants, bead lubricants, mounting lubes, and the patented Omega Vulcanizing System for commercial fleet operators and tire service professionals worldwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Tire Sealants and Lubricants

NAICS

All Other Rubber Product Manufacturing (326299), Rubber Product Manufacturing (3262)

SIC

Miscellaneous Chemical Products (2890)

akta.pro primary industry

Tire Repair Materials (Patches, Plugs, Cements) Manufacturing (IMANAKAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Tire & Wheel Services (Mount/Balance/Alignment) (TLAKAAAD), Specialty Tires (OTR, Industrial, Agricultural, Mining, Aviation, Marine) (TLAKADAJ)

Keywords

• Tire sealant products
• Tire bead lubricants
• Vulcanizing equipment
• Commercial tire management
• Tire mounting solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Clackamas

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Specialty Tire Products: Fuller Brothers generates revenue through the sale of specialty chemical products for commercial tire management including sealants, bead lubricants, mounting lubes, and tire creams sold in various packaging sizes.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Fuller Brothers, Inc. manufactures and sells specialty chemical products and equipment for the commercial tire industry. The portfolio includes tire sealants, tire bead lubricants (gel, cream, and liquid forms), tire mounting/dismounting lubricants, and the Omega Vulcanizing System—an advanced tire section repair equipment line with RFID temperature and pressure controls. The products are sold in various packaging sizes to commercial fleet operators and tire service professionals worldwide.

Product overview

Fuller Brothers, Inc. is the world's leading producer of specialty products for the commercial tire industry with over 60 years of expertise. The company offers a portfolio of innovative, non-toxic, and non-hazardous tire management solutions. The product family includes: TIRE LIFE® (certified biodegradable tire treatment formula), PSF Plus® and PSF® (liquid tire sealants), Tire Cream™ (cream bead lubricant), LUBE-ZIT™ and LubeZit Lite™ (gel bead lubricants with freeze protection), FB Tire Mounting Lube (liquid bead lubricant), White Lightning™ OTR Tire Dismount Lube (specialized tire removal lubricant), and the Omega Vulcanizing System with Smart Pad® technology (advanced tire repair equipment). Additionally, the company offers Service Tools including impact wrenches, pumps, and drain kits. These products work together to provide comprehensive tire management from mounting and dismounting to ongoing maintenance and repair.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Tire Life®: Certified biodegradable tire sealant formula created by Fuller Brothers, established since 1962.
• PSF Plus®
• PSF®
• Lube-Zit™
• LubeZit Lite™
• Tire Cream™
• FB Tire Mounting Lube
• White Lightning™
• Omega Vulcanizing System

Products and services

• TIRE LIFE® Certified biodegradable tire treatment formula designed to extend tire life and reduce commercial tire management costs. Used worldwide with over 60 years of proven effectiveness for commercial fleet operators and tire service professionals.
• PSF Plus® Premium tire sealant providing leak protection and tire damage prevention for commercial vehicles. Marketed as the company's premium liquid tire sealant offering.
• PSF® Lab-tested and field-proven liquid tire sealant offering reliable leak protection for commercial and off-the-road tires.
• White Lightning™ OTR Tire Dismount Lube Specially formulated water-thin tire dismount lubricant for OTR and commercial truck tires. Concentrated 4:1 formulation that penetrates under the bead during deflation, aids safe tire bead removal, and reduces bead chipping from removal tools. Dissipates quickly and will not etch or damage aluminum wheels.
• Tire Cream™ Premium quality cream tire bead lubricant designed for off-the-road tires and heavy industrial applications including Truck & Bus, Forestry, Farm/Ag, and Ultra Class OTR tires. Controls bead hardening when used with Tire Life®, allows correct bead seating, reduces bead indexing, and has a very low freeze point.
• LUBE-ZIT™ Premium quality gel tire bead lubricant with freeze protection for professional tire service applications. Premium alternative to cream consistency lubricants.
• LubeZit Lite™ Smooth gel tire mounting lubricant for easier tire mounting operations.
• FB Tire Mounting Lube Liquid bead lubricant designed for professional tire service applications. Fast-drying, residue-free formula helps seat beads, reduce bead damage, prevent air leaks, and provide rust protection in all temperatures. Can be used as-is or diluted up to 4 parts water.
• Omega Vulcanizing System Cutting-edge tire repair solution combining advanced temperature and pressure control with lightweight, durable components. Features RFID communication, remote monitoring, and patented Smart Pad® technology for precision curing. Includes Omega control panel, heat pads, air bags, and cure-cycle timer with safety features including emergency shut-off and automatic air pressure regulation.
• Service Tools Line of professional tire service equipment including a 1-inch impact wrench ultra-light fixed handle, 6-gallon pail pump, 55-gallon drum pump, and tote drain kit, for tire service operations.

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• AME InternationalminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAME International tire bead wedges are included in the White Lightning sampler kit, indicating a product bundling or complementary products relationship. The partnership provides complete tire service tool solutions to customers.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Illinois Tool Works (ITW): Diversified industrial conglomerate with tire service equipment, automotive aftermarket, and chemical product lines. Touches Fuller Brothers' customer workflows at scale via broader product portfolios and global distribution.
• Henkel: Global adhesives, sealants, and chemical manufacturer with tire and automotive aftermarket exposure. Larger-scale competitor in chemical formulations applicable to tire service and industrial maintenance.

Direct peers

• Myers Tire Supply: Wholesale distributor of tire service consumables, repair materials, and shop equipment to commercial tire dealers. Competes with Fuller Brothers' direct sales motion and serves an overlapping fleet and tire service customer base.
• Rema Tip Top: Global manufacturer of tire repair materials, curing systems, and bead lubricants serving commercial vehicle and OTR markets. Directly competes with Fuller Brothers across sealants, vulcanizing equipment, and tire service consumables.
• AME International: Manufacturer and distributor of tire service tools, bead wedges, and consumables for OTR and commercial tires. Already a channel partner of Fuller Brothers via the White Lightning sampler kit and operates in the same customer workflow.
• Tech International: Specialty manufacturer of tire repair patches, sealants, vulcanizing equipment, and tire service chemicals. Closely comparable product portfolio to Fuller Brothers' PSF, Tire Life, and Omega lines for commercial and OTR applications.
• Patch Rubber Company: Manufacturer of tire repair patches, plugs, and related vulcanizing consumables. Overlaps with Fuller Brothers' tire repair materials and sealant offerings for commercial tire service professionals.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/profile.php?id=61586652849348
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/fuller-brothers-inc.

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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