THE EVOLUTION OF AKRON'S INDUSTRY: FROM RUBBER TO ROBOTS

Once known as the heart of the rubber industry, Akron, Ohio, has continuously evolved its industrial landscape. The expansion of the early 20th century, fueled by the rise of automobiles and the demand for tires, cemented Akron's position as a global manufacturing powerhouse. Yet, the latter part of the 20th century experienced a shift, with tradit