Company
Dynabrade is a global leader in the design and manufacture of innovative portable pneumatic abrasive power tools, accessories, and dust collection systems. Serving a wide range of industries, we provide complete surface preparation and finishing solutions for virtually any material. Trusted for our reliability and customer-focused service, we deliver products quickly through a worldwide network of professional distributors.
About Dynabrade
Dynabrade has earned a reputation for excellence and a position of leadership in the innovative design and manufacturing of unique portable pneumatic abrasive power tools, related accessories, and dust collection. With our total systems solutions offerings, we are able to meet the specific needs of many industries. Our products are used in a variety of applications on nearly any material that requires surface preparation and finishing. We are easy-to-do business with and supply these products quickly to customers through a worldwide network of professional distributors.
Vision
To be the leader in surface finishing solutions and innovative process improvements for industries around the world.Mission Statement
We Listen, We Observe, We Inspire. We strive to create a positive, sustainable environment for our employees to design and manufacture high-quality products and innovative solutions to provide value to our customers.ISO 9001:2015 Certification
Dynabrade, Inc., known for their quality and excellence in the innovative design and manufacture of unique portable pneumatic abrasive power tools, related accessories, and clean air solutions, proudly announces their Quality Management System has been ISO 9001:2015 certified at their Clarence, NY, USA headquarters.
What Does This Mean For Our Customers?
ISO is the International Organization for Standardization. The ISO 9001:2015 certification is given to those who demonstrate the ability to consistently provide products and services that meet customer and other regulatory requirements, enhance customer satisfaction, exceed quality management systems, and adapt to a changing world.
When Did This Happen?
The certification from Amtivo was obtained October 18, 2022. This certification confirms that Dynabrade provides quality abrasive power tools and process solutions in the abrasive finishing markets. This standard is the most universally accepted standard and Dynabrade is proud to have this awarded.
Timeline
1968
Dynabrade begins with one inspired idea
Walter Welsch, Dynabrade's founder, developed the first Dynafile®
1969
Dynabrade, Inc. is founded on April 1st
Dynabrade opens its first location in North Tonawanda, New York.
1974
Dynabrade goes international
Dynabrade exhibits at the Hannover Fair in Germany and begins selling the Dynafile® internationally
1975-1977
Expanding operations
Dynabrade Inc. moves to a larger location in Tonawanda, NY and start to develop new tools
1987
Start of the international Sales Division
Dynabrade acquires building next door to setup International Sales operation
1989
Dynabrade Europe is founded
Dynabrade Europe opens in Luxembourg as a separate corporation
1990
A new global headquarters
Dynabrade moves to 28,000 sq. ft building in Clarence, NY after five years of strong sales growth
1991-2008
Continuous expansion in Clarence, NY
Dynabrade Inc. expands six times at the Clarence location, growing its global headquarters to 155,000 sq. ft.
1992
Expanding the product line
Dynabrade launches Dynorbital® Supreme Random Orbital Sanders
1995
Dynabrade reaches 100 employees
The growing workforce reflects Dynabrade’s rapid global expansion and product innovation.
1998
A new subdidiary
Dynabrade Europe moves to a new facility in Wormeldange-Haut, Luxembourg and become a subsidiary of Dynabrade Inc.
2002
Innovation in sanding
Dynabrade introduces Dynorbital-Spirit® Sanders
2007
Expanding in Asia
Dynabrade India opens in Navi Mumbai, India
2008
Dynabrade launches Disc Sanders and Grinders
Introduction of new Disc Sanders and Grinders strengthens Dynabrade’s surface finishing solutions.
2008
Investing in training
Dynabrade opens a new 1,200 sq ft. Training Center in Clarence, NY
2015
Dust collection
Dynabrade introduces Raptor Vac® Portable Vacuum Systems.
2017
A growing workforce
Dynabrade reaches 300 employees.
2017
Expanding the Dynorbital® series
Dynorbital® Extreme Random Orbital Sander is launched
2018
Launch of 2.8 hp Rebel Series
Dynabrade introduces the Rebel® Series, expanding its line of innovative pneumatic tools.
2019
Celebrating 50 years
Dynabrade marks its 50th Anniversary.
2021
Dynabrade acquires Manth Manufacturing
Dynabrade strengthens its supply chain with the acquisition of longtime supplier Manth Manufacturing.
2023
Dynabrade acquires Global Abrasive Products
Expansion continues with the purchase of abrasive converter Global Abrasive Products.
2023
Partnership with Renny Doyle
Dynabrade partners with Renny Doyle of Detailing Success to launch a new series of products , creating a new opportunity to meet the needs of the auto refinishing market.
2023–2025
Sponsorship of Air Force One Detailing Event
Dynabrade sponsors the annual Air Force One detailing event in Seattle, where the Detail Mafia uses Dynabrade’s new DB8 Geared-Driven Polisher to restore and preserve the historic aircraft.
2024
Launch of Autobrade
Dynabrade introduces Autobrade, a subsidiary focused on robotic integration of automated surface conditioning solutions and process innovation across industries.
2025
ACT Rebel!
Dynabrade reintroduces the Rebel® Series with new tools and advancements.
2025
Launch of Nitro-E
Dynabrade unveils Nitro-E, a new line of electrical tools.
Made in USA
Dynabrade tools have been proudly designed, manufactured and built in the USA for over 50 years. One of the ways we celebrated our Made in the USA pride was, by offering a limited edition Dynafile®. Our model 14000USA Dynafile® was draped in the Stars & Stripes of the American flag. The USA Dynafile® is the same fully functioning abrasive belt tool that can reliably track an 1/8th" wide belt and offers the most contact arm options to tackle any industrial grinding, blending and polishing application using 24" long belts.
Our Founder
Walter Welsch founded Dynabrade Inc. in 1969. He hoped to earn a reputation for excellence and a position of leadership in the innovative design and manufacturing of unique portable abrasive power tools and related accessories.
Walter N. Welsch, Founder of Dynabrade, Inc. Wally, was born in St. Paul, Minnesota, died peacefully on May 16, 2020 in Western New York. He was 96.
"I started working for the 3M Company in 1951, selling coated abrasives. My first sales territory was in Buffalo/Rochester, New York. At that time Curtis Wright was in Buffalo and was one of the first companies to manufacture jet engine blades. This led to my being one of the first people ever to see abrasive belts being run over small one inch diameter contact wheels, grinding convex areas on high alloy metals. Until then, splices on abrasive belts could not do that."
Growing Company
A key to Dynabrade's growth is reinvesting in ourselves. (1990) Dynabrade moves into Clarence, NY building of 28,000 square feet. (1991) First addition constructed for International Sales and loading dock. (1995) 11,000 square feet accommodates warehouse expansion. (1996) Added office space for Engineering, Purchasing, Customer Service and International Sales. (2003) New millennium brings another expansion of Machine Shop, Warehouse, Engineering, Customer Service and International Sales. (2007) New addition of 51,000 square feet for Manufacturing, Machine Shop and Warehouse. Still room for more growth with at least 51,000 square feet available behind 2007 addition.
- Corporate headquarters & manufacturing in a 150,000 sq. ft. facility in Clarence, New York, USA
- Subsidiaries in Luxembourg & India
- Global manufacturer with directly employed, application trained sales force
- Business in 90 countries speaking 26 languages
Locations
Dynabrade has grown to the point where we service hundreds of distributors all over the world, sharing global sales responsibilities with Dynabrade Europe (Luxembourg) and Dynabrade India (Maharashtra). Dynabrade International Sales (Clarence, NY) supports these offices, along with direct responsibility for sales representatives in Canada, Mexico, Central & South America and Asia/Pacific Rim.
Careers
Our employees are our most valuable resource. Dynabrade, Inc., is a global leader in the innovative design and manufacture of superior industrial power tools and related accessories headquartered in Clarence, NY. With a commitment to quality and an earned reputation for excellence, we have grown into a position of leadership in the pneumatic power tool market. Dynabrade, Inc. provides comprehensive training, competitive wages/salaries, employee bonus plan, as well as an attractive benefits package.