Davis Rubber Company
A Legacy of
Innovation & Sustainability
At Davis Rubber Company, our history is a testament to resilience, innovation, and a century-long commitment to tire recycling excellence. Explore the key milestones that have shaped our journey from a humble beginning to becoming one of the oldest tire recycling facility in the world.
H.S. Davis, aged 24, kickstarts the Davis Rubber Company in the Spring. Facing financial constraints, he ingeniously converts a derailed boxcar near Cartney, Arkansas, into a makeshift manufacturing hub, producing tire patches (boots) and tire re-liners.
Business growth prompts the relocation of the Rubber Company from its original boxcar in Cartney to Little Rock, Arkansas, marking a pivotal moment in its early history.
During a time where consumers didn’t have money for new tires, it was great to be in the tire patch and re-liner business. Business was booming and Davis Rubber Co. was solidified as a tire recycling power house. All tire repair materials were made from used tires themselves.
Restrictions on people’s ability to purchase tires created another boom in business. Also, Davis Rubber Co. did its part by supply tire repair materials to the U.S. military—all made from used tires.
Davis Rubber Company celebrates its 70th year in business, and the state tire program for Arkansas (waste tire disposal and recycling) starts. H.S. Davis passes away (1993) at the young age of 93 years old and also passes the torch to his two sons, Phillip and Roger Davis, who still run the company in present day. And it was around this time that Davis Rubber Co begins manufacturing tire derived fuel (TDF).
It was in 2017 that we began to develop a new product: mulch and playground safety surfaces made from recycled tire rubber. This type of mulch is sustainable and keeps its color and quality far longer than regular mulch, and it provides a safer surface on playgrounds.
Davis Rubber Co. celebrates its 100 year anniversary in the spring of 2024 and is ready and excited to embark on another century of sustainable rubber recycling and manufacturing.
A New Legacy
Mulch That Matters isn't just about beautifying landscapes; it's woven into the 100-year story of Davis Rubber Company. As part of this legacy, we carry forward the same dedication to quality and sustainability to enhance your outdoor projects. Dive into our heritage-driven commitment to eco-friendly solutions and discover the Mulch That Matters difference.
Meet The Driving Force: Our Team
Get to know the passionate individuals steering the ship at Davis Rubber Company. Discover the faces behind our century-long commitment to quality, sustainability, and tire recycling innovation.
