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About WAP, Inc.

A History of Quality and Success

In the late 1940's, WAP, Inc., then General Electric, invented the sheathed glow plug for use by International Harvester and Caterpillar. Today, WAP, Inc., formerly Wellman Automotive Products, manufactures and supplies glow plugs, both metal sheath and open coil type, for most major brands and diesel engine manufacturers worldwide. WAP, Inc. is the leading U.S. manufacturer of glow plugs for the automotive industry with an extensive line of glow plug models to choose from. WAP, Inc. is currently an exclusive supplier to the U.S. government for glow plugs used in the armed services' HUMVEE.

WAP, Inc. is a subsidiary of Shares, Inc., a private not-for-profit agency that provides services and programs for people with disabilities in three central Indiana counties, Shelby, Hancock, and Rush. As a part of its scope, Shares, Inc. provides custom packaging, small parts assembly, inspection, and salvage/repair services to a broad range of customers, including WAP, Inc.

Shares, Inc. Philosophy

It is the philosophy of Shares, Inc. that all persons with disabilities are entitled to the same opportunities to continue their growth and maximize their individual potential so that they then are better able to live in and enjoy the same benefits of participation in their community. By providing systematic training and exposure to all types of life experiences, persons with disabilities can become less dependent on other people and function to their full potential in society.

Shares, Inc. Mission

It is Shares, Inc.'s mission to provide service and support for people with disabilities to enhance their successful inclusion in the community. Top of Page icon

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