Your Partner in Specialty Chemical Manufacturing for Generations and Decades
automotive
marine
household
industrial
contract
packaging
Serving customers in over 70 countries.
300+ Employees
Across locations in Northeast Ohio
70 Years
Of service and experience
1.2 Million
Cases produced per month
Over Ten
Consumer Packaged Goods partners
Three
EPA registered manufacturing facilities
Founded in 1953 by 25-year-old chemist, Murray Glauberman, as a manufacturer of Janitorial and Industrial Specialty Chemicals (professional automotive and janitorial cleaning products). Murray’s father, Abe, joined Malco shortly after and brother, Lionel, in 1960, and together the family embarked on a series of expansions that would take the company from a small single-plant operation to a global multi-plant manufacturing company.
Murray + Abe + Lionel = MALCO
Malco is named after our founder, Murray Glauberman, his father, Abe Glauberman, and brother, Lionel Glauberman. What started as a family business continues to be true to this day. Today, Malco is a fourth-generation family business, led by Seth Glauberman and Lauren Osina, Murray’s grandchildren.
Malco is known as a best-in-class global manufacturer of professional-grade and specialty chemical products for the automotive, marine, recreational vehicle, and household cleaning markets. Malco is committed to providing high-quality product performance, customers experiences, and supply chain consistency and reliability. Everything we do serves the purpose of being our customers’ best partner.
A History of Service, Growth, Expansion and Manufacturing
1953
Malco Products, Inc., located in Akron, Ohio, was founded by Murray Glauberman, at the age of 25, for the purpose of manufacturing Janitorial and Industrial Specialty Chemicals.
1968
Malco moved to Barberton, OH, where the global headquarters remains today.
1955
Malco launches its first automotive detailing product, Leather & Plastic Cleaner, Part No. 1001, beginning the Malco Automotive Distributorship Program.
1980
Jay Glauberman joined his father and brother pursuing a career in the family business.
1973
Stuart Glauberman joined the family business after graduating Carnegie Mellon University with a degree in Chemical Engineering.
1983
Malco purchased the Firestone Synthetic Plant in Akron, Ohio from Firestone Tire, to allow for further growth in contact manufacturing, focusing on bleach and liquid specialty chemical manufacturing.
1982
Acquired Whiz® Auto Chemicals, oil and fuel additives, from Classic Chemical, and the Climalene® Brand of Products, including, Climalene®, Bowlene®, Soft N Fade® and Cool Blue®, from Northwest Industries.
1992
Malco expanded once again and purchased a new facility in Alliance, OH, focusing on the manufacturing of granular products and contract powders.
1987
Murray Glauberman, Founder and President of Malco Products, Inc., passed away after a brief battle with cancer. Stuart Glauberman took over as President and Jay Glauberman as Vice President.
1992
Acquired Pennsylvania Petroleum International (PPI) World Class Automotive Lubricants, fuel additives and cleaners sold internationally.
1996
Malco implements the QIT (Quality Improvement Team) process, that continues to this day.
1993
Presta® Products launches into the marketplace with products specifically formulated to deliver exceptional results on all painted surfaces. Known in the PBE world as “The Finest of Finishing Products.”
2001
nuSoft® Fabric Softener and Linit™ Liquid Starch are added to the consumer line of household cleaning brands.
1999
Malco purchased the Twinkle® Trademark from SC Johnson, adding Twinkle® silver, brass and copper, and stainless steel cleaners and polishes to the household cleaning products portfolio.
2006
Seth Glauberman joined the company to become the first of the fourth generation of Glaubermans to work at Malco.
2004
Jay Glauberman, son of Murray Glauberman, and brother to Stuart Glauberman, passed away at age 51. Jay, was an integral part of the third generation of leadership that led Malco for many years. His service and dedication to the Greater Akron community, Malco’s employees, his family, and the effort he put forth to build the proprietary brands at Malco, left our organization with a legacy of pride and accomplishment.
2009-2011
Purchased Zud® Cleanser from Reckitt Benckiser. Purchased Bluette® Laundry Bluing from Homax. Acquired Grease relief® from S.C. Johnson.
2007
Presta® Marine launches to the industry as the premium choice for marine and recreational vehicle detailing products that clean, restore, and protect your investment.
2013
Licensed Jubilee® Kitchen Wax from SC Johnson. Jubilee® was SC Johnson’s most requested, discontinued product until Malco brought it back into distribution.
2012
Lauren (Glauberman) Osina joined her brother in the next generation of leadership at Malco Products.
2020
Stuart Glauberman retires, and Seth Glauberman becomes the 4th Glauberman to be President of Malco Products, Inc.
2017
Launched the EPIC® and PACE™ Dual Action Compounding Systems. The Malco® EPIC® product lineup is composed of select, premier products that address paint correction, trim restoration, ceramic coating and interior surface protection.
2021
Malco expands its manufacturing capabilities with the addition of wipes production technologies.
2020
Malco becomes the exclusive manufacturer and supplier of both Carpet Fresh® No Vacuum Quick Dry Foam Aerosol products and Carpet Fresh® Powder, licensed from WD-40 Company.
1953
Malco Products, Inc., located in Akron, Ohio, was founded by Murray Glauberman, at the age of 25, for the purpose of manufacturing Janitorial and Industrial Specialty Chemicals.
1955
Malco launches its first automotive detailing product, Leather & Plastic Cleaner, Part No. 1001, beginning the Malco Automotive Distributorship Program.
1968
Malco moved to Barberton, OH, where the global headquarters remains today.
1973
Stuart Glauberman joined the family business after graduating Carnegie Mellon University with a degree in Chemical Engineering.
1980
Jay Glauberman joined his father and brother pursuing a career in the family business.
1982
Acquired Whiz® Auto Chemicals, oil and fuel additives, from Classic Chemical, and the Climalene® Brand of Products, including, Climalene®, Bowlene®, Soft N Fade® and Cool Blue®, from Northwest Industries.
1983
Malco purchased the Firestone Synthetic Plant in Akron, Ohio from Firestone Tire, to allow for further growth in contact manufacturing, focusing on bleach and liquid specialty chemical manufacturing.
1987
Murray Glauberman, Founder and President of Malco Products, Inc., passed away after a brief battle with cancer. Stuart Glauberman took over as President and Jay Glauberman as Vice President.
1992
Malco expanded once again and purchased a new facility in Alliance, OH, focusing on the manufacturing of granular products and contract powders.
1992
Acquired Pennsylvania Petroleum International (PPI) World Class Automotive Lubricants, fuel additives and cleaners sold internationally.
1993
Presta® Products launches into the marketplace with products specifically formulated to deliver exceptional results on all painted surfaces. Known in the PBE world as “The Finest of Finishing Products.”
1996
Malco implements the QIT (Quality Improvement Team) process, that continues to this day.
1999
Malco purchased the Twinkle® Trademark from SC Johnson, adding Twinkle® silver, brass and copper, and stainless steel cleaners and polishes to the household cleaning products portfolio.
2001
nuSoft® Fabric Softener and Linit™ Liquid Starch are added to the consumer line of household cleaning brands.
2004
Jay Glauberman, son of Murray Glauberman, and brother to Stuart Glauberman, passed away at age 51. Jay, was an integral part of the third generation of leadership that led Malco for many years. His service and dedication to the Greater Akron community, Malco’s employees, his family, and the effort he put forth to build the proprietary brands at Malco, left our organization with a legacy of pride and accomplishment.
2006
Seth Glauberman joined the company to become the first of the fourth generation of Glaubermans to work at Malco.
2007
Presta® Marine launches to the industry as the premium choice for marine and recreational vehicle detailing products that clean, restore, and protect your investment.
2009-2011
Purchased Zud® Cleanser from Reckitt Benckiser. Purchased Bluette® Laundry Bluing from Homax. Acquired Grease relief® from S.C. Johnson.
2012
Lauren (Glauberman) Osina joined her brother in the next generation of leadership at Malco Products.
2013
Licensed Jubilee® Kitchen Wax from SC Johnson. Jubilee® was SC Johnson’s most requested, discontinued product until Malco brought it back into distribution.
2017
Launched the EPIC® and PACE™ Dual Action Compounding Systems. The Malco® EPIC® product lineup is composed of select, premier products that address paint correction, trim restoration, ceramic coating and interior surface protection.
2020
Stuart Glauberman retires, and Seth Glauberman becomes the 4th Glauberman to be President of Malco Products, Inc.
2020
Malco becomes the exclusive manufacturer and supplier of both Carpet Fresh® No Vacuum Quick Dry Foam Aerosol products and Carpet Fresh® Powder, licensed from WD-40 Company.
2021
Malco expands its manufacturing capabilities with the addition of wipes production technologies.
Our Commitment to Service
Malco Products, Inc. operates under an operating principle of fostering a continuous improvement culture that is focused on delivering quality, service, performance, value, and education to its customers. From our highly-trained R&D chemists to our customer-focused sales and distribution network, Malco delivers creative and innovative solutions to meet the unique demands of each and every customer.
Our operating principles are built on the philosophy to be...
“Our Customers’ Best Partner”
...and we bring this to life for our customers at every interaction through five core beliefs:
Meet Our Executive Team
Malco® Products, Inc. (Malco) is a fourth-generation, family-owned-and-operated, specialty chemical manufacturer serving automotive, marine, industrial and household cleaning products industries since 1953.
Stuart Glauberman
For over 50 years, Stuart Glauberman has been a steadfast leader at Malco Products, Inc. and in the greater Northeast Ohio community. He has worn many hats during his tenure at Malco, including President for over 30 years. However, Stuart’s most important role has always been dad. He proudly transitioned leadership to his children Seth Glauberman and Lauren Osina in January of 2020, and assumed the title of Chairman / Chief Change Agent. He earned a Bachelor of Science from Carnegie Mellon University in 1973. Stuart currently serves on the board of the United Way of Summit and Medina County, and as board President of Jewish Akron. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family, sailing the Great Lakes, and is a ski instructor in Steamboat Springs, Colorado.
Seth Glauberman
Seth Glauberman is the CEO and President of Malco Products, Inc. He proudly took over the reins of the family company, following in the footsteps of his father, Stuart Glauberman, and Grandfather, Murray Glauberman. Seth earned his Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Colorado in 2004 and his Executive MBA from Case Western Reserve University in 2011. Seth currently serves on the board of Project Outrun, where he holds the title of President. In his free time, he enjoys biking, snow skiing, and spending time with his family.
Marc Mucci
Marc Mucci is the Chief Financial Officer at Malco Products, Inc., where he's served in this capacity for over a year and a half. A strategic and mission-driven senior finance and business executive, Marc is recognized for his leadership and extensive experience in middle-market companies across various B2B and B2C sectors.
Tim White
Tim White is the Vice President of Operations at Malco Products, Inc. He manages manufacturing, procurement, and distribution at the company's three facilities in Northeast Ohio. Tim joined Malco in 1997 and has since risen through the ranks. He holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) and an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Environmental Chemistry from Kent State University.
Lauren Osina
Lauren Osina is the Corporate Communications and Marketing Manager at Malco Products, Inc. She is part of the fourth generation of leadership at the family business and enjoys working alongside her dad and brother. Lauren earned her Bachelor of Arts from the University of Colorado in 2007 and her Master of Arts from The Ohio State University in 2011. She currently sits on the boards of the Akron Children’s Museum and The Lippman School. Lauren spends her free time with her family and friends. She enjoys practicing yoga and hiking the various parks of Northeast Ohio with her dog Clover.
Kyra Gobora
Kyra Gobora is the Director of Human Resources for Malco Products, Inc. As of 2023, Kyra has been with Malco for 15 years. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Finance from the University of Akron in 1992. Kyra is busy in her free time traveling with her two daughters who play soccer and run track. She enjoys running and spending time with family and friends.
Todd Dreisbach
Todd Dreisbach is the Director of Contract Manufacturing Sales at Malco Products, Inc. Todd started his career with Malco in 2006 as part of the accounting group and then transitioned to the contract sales side of the business in 2010. Todd earned his Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Akron in 1995. In his free time, he enjoys golfing and hiking the various trails and parks of Northeast Ohio with his family and dogs.
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