Matt Decker has been appointed Chief Executive Officer at Aero Industries. “Matt was selected to be my successor, because of his leadership abilities, view of the market, alignment with the historical values of Aero as an industry innovator and connection to the customer.” said Jim Tuerk, Chairman of Aero.…more
Fueled by family values for over 80 years, Aero prides itself on being a relationship builder. Long-term bonds with customers, employees and community members have established Aero’s reputation as a trustworthy partner…more
Aero Industries has grown considerably since it was founded by the Tuerk family in 1944. Today it’s still a family-owned company and has become a leader in the manufacturing of transportation industry tarp systems and accessories. In this interview, Jim Tuerk, grandson of company founder Paul Frederick Tuerk, shares wisdom from his time at Aero’s helm…more
Aero’s Conestoga has long been one of the company’s top products, but in the late 1990s, Aero faced challenges related to the tarping system’s width that threatened to put an end to the product…more
Since its founding in 1944, the employees at Aero Industries have been the engineering problem-solvers of the tarp business. Built on a heritage of community-building and family values, Aero has left its mark on generations of employees and customers. Read how employees interpret Aero’s legacy and the strengths that launched it to its position as a leader in the transportation industry…more
Aero Industries’ Conestoga rolling tarp system had an unconventional start, filling a need at the proving grounds of one of the nation’s leading auto manufacturers. Aero Executive Chairman Jim Tuerk explains how a chance encounter in the mid-1980s led to one of the company’s biggest-selling products…more
Aero Industries isn’t a leader in manufacturing tarp systems and transportation accessories simply because of its sales. It’s a leader because of its ideas. The company has filed more than 100 utility patents, consistently creating solutions that solve problems for its customers…more
80 Year
01 August 2024 – From its start in 1944, Aero Industries has earned a reputation for innovation and resilience, even among its competitors. After 80 years, we continue to build our legacy — one relationship at a time. The company appreciates their generations of skilled employees and team members, who truly make the difference. Aero would like to thank the customers, partners and community members who have supported the company throughout its journey. Thank you for keeping us on the road all these years. We intend to stay a while.…more
Building Relationships
Fueled by family values for over 80 years, Aero prides itself on being a relationship builder. Long-term bonds with customers, employees and community members have established Aero’s reputation as a trustworthy partner…more
Ever thought history was a dull subject? Not this history! Before he founded Aero Industries, Paul Frederick Tuerk escaped death twice and started a ladies’ lingerie business…more
From its start in 1944, Aero Industries has earned a reputation for innovation and resilience, even among its competitors. Paul Tuerk founded the company on bedrock values…more
When Aero’s first employee, Margaret Rice, began sewing tarps in 1945, By the time Rice retired, Aero would be renowned throughout the transportation world for its innovations…more
Aero’s Nylon Revolution
In 1949, Aero Industries launched an innovative waterproof, vinyl-coated nylon product line, perhaps inspired by Aero Founding Father Paul Tuerk’s experience at Real Silk Hosiery…more
Aero Helps with Legislation
Aero introduced its revolutionary rolling-tarp system, the Conestoga, in 1984 to immediate fanfare. With a Conestoga, a driver could back a truck to a dock, unload and be back on the road in seven minutes — faster than it took to hard boil an egg. But a decade later, legal problems threatened Aero’s most popular product — and the drivers who used it. Resolving the issues would require change at the national level…more
It’s been said that “If Paul could fit a woman, he could fit a truck.” Aero Industries Founding Father Paul Tuerk’s tailoring skills literally began with fitting women’s bodies. How did he get from Point A (slips and bras) to Point B (custom-fitted tarps)? Here’s the story in pictures…more
Between 1920 and 1970, millions of people migrated from Appalachian states to industrial cities in the Midwest. In what is now called the “hillbilly highway,” workers moved north to find better opportunities than those available in their rural hometowns…more
During the mid 20th century, orders for Aero’s innovative neoprene tarps outpaced demand for traditional cotton canvas tarps. Since neoprene tarps seams are glued instead of sewed, expert seamstresses — including…more
JIM TEURK / Executive Chairman
01 November 2023
JIM TUERK RECEIVES 2023 LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
Jim Tuerk, Executive Chairman of Aero Industries, received the Indiana Manufacturers Association’s 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award on October 18, 2023, at the Biltwell Event Center in Indianapolis. The award recognizes those who have excelled in the manufacturing industry and made significant contributions to their company and community. . . . more
09 May 2023
AERO ADDS NON-CDL TARP SYSTEMS TO ITS REFUSE LINEUP
Since 1944, Aero Industries has been delivering innovative products and solutions to the transportation industry. The Aero ROC 700 Series for medium-duty trucks, utilizes the industry’s strongest pivots and aluminum arms. The 700 Series is available in two fixed pivot models— the 750 Undermount and the 775 Sidemount. For applications requiring length adjustments, choose the 725 Sliding pivot. The two-stage, single-cylinder tower safely and easily adjusts the tarp housing, matching container height . . .more
02 JUNE 2021
CABLE TARP SYSTEMS REIMAGINED
Aero® Industries, Inc. Introduces TopGlide™
Aero Industries, Inc., a leader in the designing and manufacturing of tarp systems and accessories, is introducing TopGlide, a cable-driven tarp system that is designed for easy installation, maintenance, and smooth consistent operation. Formally known as Crank-N-Go®, TopGlide has been reengineered to meet industry demands . . . more
14 AUGUST 2020
THE NEXT AERO EVOLUTION
Over the past decade, Aero Industries leveraged its foundation of product innovation into rapid growth. During the pause in the trailer industry, the leadership team at Aero is analyzing all aspects of the company to assess gains, challenges and opportunities. As a first step and in response to market conditions, customer desires and need for greater efficiency, the operations and sales management teams have been reorganized. CEO Jim Tuerk stated “we have good . . . more
