Wacker Chemical Corporation

Adrian is WACKER’s oldest US site. We started manufacturing silicones here back in 1969 and became the plant’s sole owner in 1987. What initially set the site apart was its proximity to big automakers. Today guided by WACKER's global leadership, the Adrian facility has been at the forefront of silicone manufacturing in the U.S., driving innovation and contributing significantly to various emerging industries.

Leveraging WACKER’s expertise in silicone raw materials, fluids, and emulsions, the site has played a pivotal role in advancing automotive technologies and introducing specialized silicone applications, such as silicone-coated dressings and bandages for wound care. These products boast skin-friendly properties, superior adhesive qualities, and enhanced patient comfort, meeting the evolving needs of consumers in the healthcare sector and beyond.

Having once served as WACKER’s regional headquarters, the Adrian site's significance was further amplified with the establishment of WACKER’s regional innovation center in Ann Arbor, Michigan in May 2022. This state-of-the-art facility, housing Wacker Chemical Corporation's headquarters, has been instrumental in driving WACKER Group’s business activities across North and Central America, encompassing finance, marketing, sales, and technical departments, alongside hosting the WACKER ACADEMY and technical center.

As at all our sites, environmental protection is a top priority here. For 20 years now we have held our Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day in cooperation with the local Environmental Education Center and the Anderson Development Company. The collection day gives Lenawee County residents an opportunity to responsibly dispose of their domestic hazardous waste – including paint, coatings, pesticides, aerosol cans and much more. Our commitment to protecting the environment has earned us the US Environmental Protection Agency’s Achievement Award.