Austin Powder Company, founded in 1833 by the Austin brothers in Akron, Ohio, is one of the oldest explosives manufacturers globally and the oldest manufacturing company in Ohio. The company initially produced black powder for rock blasting and firearms, contributing significantly to the steel, quarrying, construction, and canal-building industries in the United States. Austin Powder has expanded its operations over the years, including the establishment of the industrial town of Glenwillow, Ohio, and relocating its main U.S. production to the Red Diamond plant in McArthur, Ohio.

Austin Powder manufactures a wide range of industrial explosives and blasting accessories, including black powder, dynamite, and modern emulsion explosives. These products are primarily used in mining, quarrying, construction, and seismic industries worldwide. The company also offers technical and blasting services to enhance safety and efficiency in blasting operations. With advanced production facilities, such as the emulsion explosives plant in St. Lambrecht, Austria, Austin Powder is recognized for its commitment to safety and innovation in the explosives sector.