Index Industries has acquired WTS Solutions, a specialized manufacturer of custom-formed thermoplastic materials, for an undisclosed sum.

The acquisition brings WTS’ secondary processing of KYDEX and other thermoplastic materials in-house, expanding Index Industries’ vertically-integrated manufacturing operations to improve lead times, product development and production flexibility.

Founded in 2016, Hinckley, IL-based WTS Solutions provides customized texture applications for thermoformed plastic products.

“This acquisition isn’t simply about adding equipment,” stated Index Industries CEO Shane Bearly. He described the deal as “bringing another critical manufacturing process under one roof.”

WTS Solutions founder Paul Warren will continue working with Index Industries as a consultant on technology transfer, process development, new pattern creation and future manufacturing initiatives.

The deal follows Index Industries’ September 2025 acquisition of SpringFast, gaining two distribution facilities in California and Virginia.

Founded more than 40 years ago, Ontario, CA-based Index Industries distributes and manufactures engineered fasteners, advanced thermoplastic materials, spring steel fastening systems and industrial components. Brands include Index Fasteners, Index Thermoplastics and Springfast, which serve OEMs, distributors, manufacturers, and fabricators throughout North America.