Bike Maker to Build Indiana Assembly Plant
SEYMOUR, IN—Guardian Bikes has secured $19 million in financing to build a large-scale bicycle frame manufacturing operation here.
The new facility represents a pivotal step in reshoring a critical industry that was once a cornerstone of American manufacturing, but has been nearly entirely offshored for decades.
“[We are launching] a new era of American high-tech manufacturing and working-class job creation,” said Brian Riley, CEO of Guardian Bikes, a manufacturer of children’s bikes. “We’re not just building bikes—we’re rebuilding an industry. And we’re doing it with cutting- edge automation, good-paying local jobs, and an unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and resilience.”
Today, more than 97 percent of all bicycles sold in the U.S. are imported. Guardian’s investment begins to reverse that trend, reshoring production and reducing reliance on overseas supply chains.
The new Seymour facility will feature robotic welding, advanced laser-cutting technology, and vertically integrated logistics. It will produce bicycle frames at scale—using domestic steel and aluminum.Looking for quick answers on assembly and manufacturing topics? Try Ask ASM, our new smart AI search tool. Ask ASM
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