Ajacs

The history of Ajacs makes a good story about the successes and growth of an American family business. Three generations of the Wierenga family have helped build the company, from Jack Wierenga, who purchased the small die set manufacturer in 1964, to Bob Wierenga, and now to his sons. But within the story lie the themes that make Ajacs what it is: a company focused on quality, customer service and running a smart business. Even in the 60s, as a die set manufacturer, the company was responding to customer needs, adding many new product lines for distribution, from springs, pins and bushings to pad retainer spools. Ajacs roots in manufacturing also served as the foundation for the companys strong understanding of parts and quality. In 1968, the die set manufacturing segment was sold to a local steel supply company. With a new focus and a new nameAjacs Die Sales Corporationthe company soon moved into the city of Grand Rapids. From its very roots, Ajacs has built a foundational unde...