Bridgestone Tread Rubber Plant Marks 50 Years

Bridgestone's Abilene, Texas, plant makes tread rubber for Bandag retreaders.
Bridgestone Americas Inc.'s tread rubber plant in Abilene, Texas, is celebrating its 50th anniversary. The plant produces pre-cure tread rubber, among other items.
"This is a milestone that we are proud to reach, thanks to the dedication of so many who have invested in our plant," says Tom Cunningham, the facility's manager.
The 200,000-square-foot plant has earned a number of certifications over the decades, including ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.