Baltimore
Chamber of Commerce Presented Certificate Commemorating
Anniversary at Company Picnic
BALTIMORE, June 7, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- DAP Global, a leader in the home improvement and
construction products industry and the #1 caulk brand in America,
is proudly commemorating five decades of manufacturing at its
Baltimore plant located at 4630
North Point Blvd. Established in 1974, the Baltimore plant has been a cornerstone of
DAP's manufacturing operations, consistently delivering
high-quality products to customers globally. On Thursday, June 6th, DAP marked the milestone with
a company picnic, where Melanie L.
Koorey, Senior Business Development Representative, Regional
Growth & Retention, Department of Commerce, presented a
certificate recognizing DAP's impact in the Baltimore community and beyond.
"The journey of the DAP Baltimore plant over the past 50 years
is a testament to our commitment to excellence, innovation, and the
communities we serve," said Mark
Heird, President of DAP. "From our early days producing
oil-based caulks with just four mixers, to our current diverse
product lines, we have remained steadfast in our mission to provide
strong jobs and careers for our associates while giving back to the
Baltimore community, which we call
home."
Thursday's anniversary celebration brought together current
plant associates, retirees, and corporate associates to honor and
thank the extended DAP family for their many years of service and
excellence.
"The celebration served as a poignant reminder of the strong
bonds within our DAP family, the years of hard work hundreds of
associates have put in at the plant, and the enduring impact we
continue to make together in the Baltimore community and beyond," said
Heird.
From Humble Beginnings to Corporate Hub
Built on a
green field which was once a pig farm in 1974, DAP's Baltimore plant was integrated into existing
local infrastructure, including a rail line that was originally
established by Bethlehem Steel. A spur was added to this line to
support DAP's manufacturing operations, facilitating efficient
transportation of raw materials and finished products. Today, the
plant has evolved into a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility,
producing a wide range of products, including caulks and sealants,
wall and wood repair solutions, concrete repair materials, silicone
products, and powdered wall repair compounds.
Over the past 50 years, the DAP Baltimore plant has undergone
significant growth and expansion, with key additions in 1984 and
1995, culminating in its current size of 168,000 square feet. The
plant currently employs 180 people and was a key factor in the
decision to relocate the company headquarters from Tipp City, Ohio to Baltimore in 1998. DAP Corporate Headquarters
employs 165 people in Canton.
In 2000, DAP's Baltimore Distribution Center located at 8410
Kelso Drive in Essex was opened
and manufactured products began being shuttled from the plant to
the Distribution Center for warehousing and distribution. The DAP
Baltimore DC facility currently employs 67 people. This change also
increased DAP's manufacturing capabilities at the plant, further
solidifying its prominence as an industry-leading manufacturer in
the state of Maryland.
DAP Gives Back
Giving back is core to DAP's culture,
values, and mission, and it starts within the Baltimore community. Through the years, DAP
has partnered with several organizations, including, Habitat for
Humanity, Believe in Tomorrow Children's Foundation, CollegeBound
Foundation, Catholic Charities of Baltimore, and many more, to provide housing,
education, and other support for members of the Baltimore community. As a company, DAP and its
generous employees give back through donations of time, money,
goods, and expertise in ways that have a significant impact on
Baltimore and the surrounding
area.
In 2023 alone, DAP donated more than 1,200 hours through
associate volunteering and more than $292,000 in financial contributions and
sponsorships in support of charitable organizations in the industry
and community. Additionally, associates donated school supplies,
clothing, Thanksgiving meals, and holiday gifts that were matched
by DAP through several drives benefiting community
organizations.
"As we celebrate this significant milestone, we also reaffirm
DAP's commitment to the Baltimore
community and look forward to continuing the company's legacy of
manufacturing excellence and giving back to the communities in
which we do business," said Heird.
For more information about DAP and its products, visit
DAP.com.
About DAP Global Inc.
Founded in 1865, DAP is a leading manufacturer and supplier of
caulks, sealants, foam, adhesives, and patch and repair products
with a history of first-to-market innovations. For over 155 years,
DAP has provided professional contractors, remodelers and
do-it-yourselfers with trusted, quality, reliable, and long-lasting
products.
For more information about DAP products and applications, visit
our website at www.dap.com.
DAP is a division of RPM International (NYSE Symbol: RPM).
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