Bucyrus, Ohio, hailed as an “all American neighborhood,” is located right in the center of the Buckeye state. And at the heart of Bucyrus itself is Eagle Crusher, an Ohio-born and family owned business that has operated here for over 40 years. The community has embraced the manufacturer with open arms, making it a cornerstone of local pride and industry.
Eagle Crusher was born with creativity. In the early 1900s, C.L. Woods, a distributor of Eagle Tractors, observed a challenge facing farmers: the need to clear debris and rocks from the roads manually so their tractors could pass through. Woods proposed the idea of creating an attachment to the front of the tractors that would crush the rocks and smooth the roads. When his colleagues at Eagle Tractors did not share the same vision as Woods, he took matters into his own hands, branching off in 1915 and creating Eagle Crusher. From its inception, Eagle Crusher was rooted in problem-solving and forward-thinking, setting the stage for a century of industry-leading innovation. Eagle Crusher is a constant leader in developing crushing technologies, proving that even smaller manufacturers have the capability to ignite real change within the industry.
Today, Eagle Crusher leads the industry in developing crushers for the recycled concrete, asphalt, aggregate, and sand & gravel industries. Eagle Crusher manufactures impactors, jaw crushers and cone crushers for any application. These products are designed for the recycling industry to easily process concrete with the highest volume of rebar. Eagle Crusher was the first to bring concrete recycling to North America and in 1984, Eagle Crusher built the first US commercial recycling plant,
But innovation at Eagle Crusher does not stop at its products–it extends to its people too. They continue to invest in their team. Newly created positions focus on employee well-being and growth. Their Safety Manager is dedicated to education and implementing procedures within Eagle Crusher. This proactive approach ensures that Eagle Crusher stays ahead of potential hazards, keeping their workforce safe.
The Success Coach at Eagle Crusher fosters leadership and career development opportunities for employees. In an evolving and often unpredictable workforce, this investment in personal growth shows Eagle Crusher’s commitment to their people, helping employees thrive in an ever-changing environment. “Eagle Crusher is investing in the future for crushing, the future for the company, the future for our people, and the future for our consumers,” explained VP of Marketing, Daniel Friedman.
Eagle Crusher’s dedication to its workforce mirrors its commitment to Bucyrus. As a pillar of the community they are dedicated to having a visible and positive presence locally. One key example is the Bucyrus Bratwurst Festival, a tradition drawing over 100,000 attendees each year. Eagle Crusher is the title sponsor of that festival, ensuring that the Bucyrus tradition can live on for generations to come.
More than just showing up–Eagle Crusher has opened its doors–literally– to the people of Bucyrus. By offering factory tours, the company provides an inside look at the manufacturing process in an effort to show Bucyrus residents exactly what is being manufactured in their backyard. It’s a gesture of transparency and trust, one that strengthens the bond between business and community. By fostering a culture of growth within its organization and continuing to support Bucyrus, Eagle Crusher is paving the way for future success –both for the company and the town it proudly calls home.
