TSE is a third generation, family-owned company founded in 1962 by Walt and Helen Klingel. Their son, Robert R. Klingel, Sr., serves as TSE's C.E.O. Rob's three sons run the day-to-day operations of TSE: Richard "Rick" Klingel is TSE's President, Robert R. Klingel, Jr. runs TSE's Engineered Polymers Division, while Louis "Brad" Klingel runs TSE's UHMW Sheet Division, TSE-OK.

Mission Statement :

TSE’s Mission is to be the industry leader in Innovation, Solutions, Service, and Social Responsibility.  We will achieve this by taking the time to truly understand the needs of our customers and then by reinventing our products and processes to help them succeed.

Vision :

Our vision at TSE is to be the global leader in innovation, service, and development for all areas of our business. This vision will be accomplished in conjunction with our approach to corporate sustainability that is built into our culture, and every decision we make. Our vision of growth is not merely a financial bottom line, but a combination of the economic, social and environmental influence TSE possesses.

Values :

As a third-generation, family-owned and operated company, TSE's cornerstone is "The Golden Rule":  Treat everyone as we want to be treated. This holds true for our employees, customers, partners, suppliers, and anyone we have the pleasure to come in contact with. TSE and our business associates are a family and a workplace of which we are all proud to be part.  We respect and safeguard the intellectual property of our customers and value the trust they place in us.

At TSE, we value Teamwork above all. Teamwork is an essential element of every employee's written job description. Teamwork is essential to achieving our Mission and Vision, to meeting the promises made to our customers and to exceeding their expectations. Teamwork is key to our success.