GMP Friction Products Employee Directory
Industrial Machinery ManufacturingOhio, United States11-50 Employees
GMP Friction Products is a small, woman-owned manufacturer based in Akron, Ohio, that specializes in sintered metal friction components. Its product line includes sintered brake pads designed to deliver durable, high-performance braking for industrial applications. The company serves businesses across industries that require reliable braking solutions to manage torque and wear. Operating within the industrial machinery manufacturing sector, GMP Friction Products supplies specialty friction products to a range of customers. Recent developments include a March 2025 industry event attendance and a 2023 collaboration with Baja ETS to design a system for engaging or removing clutch discs based on torque needs for specific events. Leadership changes occurred in 2016 when Rick Cardarelli was named president and CEO.