Hi, we’re Oak Hill Brands
The bees knees of Assistive Technology & Industrial Lubrication Management
Oak Hill Brands is an Illinois-based family-owned business committed to providing reliable products, custom solutions and exceptional customer support to both individuals and industries.
THE STORY OF OAK HILL BRANDS
From sparks to assistive solutions
Oak Hill Brands isn’t your typical company. We’re a family at heart, fueled by a shared passion for innovation and a desire to make a difference. Although we were established in 2019, our story began in the 1970s. And while the details of our past might not be on the company brochure, our commitment to excellence has always been there.
The early days
In its early years, our roots started as part of another organization within the Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) industry, helping customers meet their industrial machinery needs through a variety of services including: engineering, operation support, equipment maintenance, fluid management and sales.
While serving a wide range of commercial markets both domestically and internationally, our previous organization’s expertise became widely recognized, solidifying our position as a leader in the independent service sector.
Products included the original modular pipe system first introduced in 1983, used around the world in hundreds of industrial applications.
But, as the industrial manufacturing landscape changed, we recognized an opportunity to branch out our expertise and serve a wider community.
A seed of inspiration
The seeds for our assistive technology branch were planted in the early 2000s. Through repeated requests, we heard from occupational therapists across the country who were using plastic modular hose material used in industrial manufacturing industries to help folks with limited mobility securely mount their phones, tablets, and A.T. switches to their wheelchairs.
Recognizing a unique need for versatile and affordable tools, our team collaborated, adapted and expanded our product lines into new territories.
Adaptation led to growth
We leveraged our knowledge of industrial materials to establish innovative device-mounting brands, like ModularHose and MOGO Mounts, which helped people with limited mobility (and their caretakers) mount their devices, water bottles, and more to their wheelchairs.
And, we continued the momentum by branching out with another original invention—The Giraffe Bottle, a hydration system designed for those with limited upper body mobility.
This dedication to user-centric design garnered recognition, including a Clinician’s Choice Award for our ModularHose mounting products and a Federal Grant to refine our flagship Giraffe Bottle hydration system.
Efficient solutions, exceptional service
While the Assistive Technology branch grew, our Industrial Lubrication Management brands—like ForFluids—established a reputation in the industry for efficient turnaround times, helpful customer support, and designing customized lubrication management systems.
In 2019, our team founded Oak Hill Brands Corp., positioning ourselves as both lubrication and assistive technology experts.
Today, Oak Hill Brands spans a portfolio of seven profitable brands, each addressing unique needs across both consumer and industrial markets.
The Oak Hill advantage
Now located in Downers Grove, Illinois, USA, our team members, many of whom have been with us since “the early days,” bring a wealth of experience and a commitment to excellence. We’re a testament to the power of diversification and a commitment to continuous improvement.
With over 20 years of industry experience, we’re a successful ecommerce hub fueled by a thirst for knowledge and appetite for Chipotle. (Seriously, we’re big fans of Chipotle.)
Our mission
From industry to home, Oak Hill Brands delivers reliable service to businesses seeking to achieve operational success, and helpful daily living aids to disabled communities seeking to improve hydration and independence.
STRAIGHT FROM THE SOURCE
Get behind-the-scenes
A candid conversation with our CEO
Fun4thedisabled presents a series called “Simple Tools for the Disabled,” featuring three videos about various tools for the disabled with our CEO. Host Vanessa Harris interviews him on the origins of what is now known as the ModularHose or the “Assistive Tech” branch of their business, and much more!
STANDING TALL
Our core values
We’re not just competing; we’re setting the standard for excellence
We’re an ecommerce hub of 7 brands, each with a unique area of expertise. From keeping factories running smoothly to offering hands-free hydration, we’re driven by the same core values:
Reliability
Oak Hill Brands delivers high-quality, reliable products and service that consistently enhance customer’s daily lives and keeps society moving.
Customer-focus
We focus on exceeding customer expectations by listening to your challenges, and developing smart solutions to empower your success.
Knowledge
Our team possesses unwavering knowledge and experience to deliver dependable guidance that saves you valuable time and unnecessary expense.
Trust
Founded on integrity, we build strong partnerships with our customers, partners & employees, creating a transparent foundation for success.
Accessibility
Oak Hill Brands designs with inclusion at the forefront, making sure our product lines are user-friendly and cater to a diverse range of needs.
A lean team with mighty powers
We’re your one-stop shop for smart solutions
Whether its development or distribution, our lean but mighty team collaborates across disciplines to source high-quality products and develop custom solutions for both commercial and consumer needs.
When you work with Oak Hill Brands, you get:
✅ Customer-focused staff
✅ Quick response times (during business hours)
✅ Knowledgeable advice from dedicated experts
✅ Multiple ways to purchase online
✅ Shipping worldwide (except non-trade countries)
✅ Hassle-free returns
✅ A corny Dad joke or two
KEEPING SOCIETY MOVING
Efficiency and independence for all
Learn more about the industries we serve
Assistive Technology
We leverage our knowledge of industrial materials to create cost-effective, high-quality consumer products for people living with physical disabilities such as: Quadriplegia, Paralysis, Cerebral Palsy, ALS and more.
Lubrication Management
From Fortune 500 companies to local plants across the country, we’re a trusted leader in industrial lubrication management products and services so businesses can maximize production while saving resources.
Serious work, serious fun
We’ve been known to watch a movie or two…
We’re serious about the work we do, but we also know how to have a good time. So, just for funsies, we hold a monthly movie club here at Oak Hill Brands.
Check out some of our recent team movie selections:
Interstellar, Hacksaw Ridge, The Imitation Game, Speed Racer, Remember the Titans, Ready Player One, Barbie, City Slickers, The Scarlet Pimpernel
