About

Rockford Brake Manufacturing is the exclusive producer of the trusted Gunite brake drums for the heavy-duty trucking industry. The company operates one of the most vertically integrated foundries in the Midwest, managing all phases of production – from raw material processing to finished machining – all under one roof. The company’s 619,000-square-foot facility sits on 41 acres and includes a grey iron foundry and machine shop.

WITH NEARLY 175 YEARS OF FOUNDRY EXPERIENCE

The Gunite brand is recognized across the commercial vehicle industry for consistent quality and performance. The company maintains more than 80 individual drum patterns, producing brake drums using the same proven processes and tooling that have defined its legacy.