In 1938, Dr. Otto Bayer, a German scientist, discovered a new series of polymers based on the urethane linkage commonly known today as polyurethane. By the early 50's european and American variations of polyurethane were soon competing for a rapidly expanding world industrial market.

Trew Industrial wheels began operations in 1972 focusing mainly on manufacturing wheels for the automotive industry. The product line grew rapidly as other industries became aware of the new source for industrial wheels.

The business flourished, and moves to larger facilities were twice required as the demand for "Trew" wheels grew. The secret to Trew's success has been a simple formula: manufacture the best quality that is practical, sell at a reasonable price, and service the customer.

In the early 1980's Trew began manufacturing a complete line of mold-on rubber tired and semi-steel wheels. then in 1999 trew added a line of forged steel and polyurethane on forged steel wheels.

while other similar "manufacturers" have reduced or eliminated production of wheels in favor of becoming distributors of imported wheels, Trew has stood firm in its commitment to continue making wheels in the USA.

Recently, the chemical industry has developed various urethanes, each with its own set of characteristics that make it suited to specific applications. Trew has developed its own "in-house" knowledge regarding special polyurethane treads and uses this in conjunction with its processing capabilities to solve many industrial wheel problem applications.

The standard polyurethane the Trew uses is especially durable and suited for the widest spectrum of uses. It has great load bearing capability, high tensile and tear strength, and resistance to abrasion, oil and chemicals.

Trew anticipates continued success as a leading manufacturer of American-made industrial wheels.