Indiana Rebar and Concrete Accessories Supplier Plans Expansion

Rebar Corp. of Fort Wayne, Ind., plans to invest nearly $1 million in an expansion that will include six new jobs, new manufacturing, logistical distribution and information technology equipment.

The company, founded in 1998 by Mark Overhiser and Tracy May, carries a full line of concrete accessories and masonry supplies. Rebar Corp. also offers tilt-up building construction systems as well as concrete equipment for rent and for sale.

?EUR??,,????'??We are pleased to have experienced tremendous growth in 2004 and 2005 as the economy and our customer base both expand,?EUR??,,????'?? said May. ?EUR??,,????'??We are updating our equipment to increase production and improve quality control, both of which are central to Rebar Corp?EUR??,,????'???s strengths in service, accuracy and turnaround time.?EUR??,,????'??

The Fort Wayne City Council is considering abatement of property tax on personal property purchases related to the Rebar Corp. expansion project.

?EUR??,,????'??The fabrication and technology equipment upgrades being undertaken by the company will serve to drive continued growth and to increase its worth to Fort Wayne as a valued base employer,?EUR??,,????'?? said Fort Wayne Mayor Graham Richard.

Rebar Corp. serves concrete contractors primarily in Indiana, Ohio and Michigan with a select customer base throughout the United States.

Source: InsideIndianaBusiness.com Report