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Chemical ManufacturingOhio, United States201-500 Employees
Franklin International is a chemical manufacturer specializing in adhesives, sealants, and polymers. Its core competency—emulsion polymerization—supports a broad range of products, including glues, adhesives, hot melts, binders, and sizing compounds. The company supplies industrial and commercial customers with bonding, sealing, and reinforcing solutions used in construction, furniture manufacturing, millwork, paper converting, pressure-sensitive products, and fiberglass reinforcement. Its offerings are distributed across six continents, reflecting a global footprint in its markets. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Franklin International was founded in 1935 and remains privately held, positioned as one of the larger players in its segment. In 2024, the company announced a distribution partnership with Elias Wilf Corporation to broaden its presence in flooring applications.