About

Who We are and what we do

who we are

Our Story

Our Foundation

Our Story

Three Decades of American Manufacturing Excellence

Direct Dimension has proudly served the trucking and transportation industry for over 30 years. From our founding in Crystal Lake, Illinois, we’ve grown into a leading domestic manufacturer with a 30,000 square foot facility and an unmatched reputation for excellence.

 

Our Foundation

Founded by George and Ike Athans with a simple promise:


To build products that last and relationships that endure. This commitment continues to guide everything we do today.

Direct Dimension has proudly built American-made trailer coupling systems and steel fabrications since 1991. From our facility in Crystal Lake, Illinois, we have grown from a small job shop into a trusted national partner serving OEMs, fleets, and service centers across North America.
Direct Dimension was founded by George and Ike Athans on a simple promise: to build products that last and relationships that endure. More than 30 years later, that same promise guides us. Integrity, precision, and partnership remain at the core of everything we do.

Our Growth

What started as a small job shop has become a modern fabrication partner. We continue to invest in people, automation, and process so customers get faster turnaround, consistent quality, and parts that perform.

01

Plasma Cutting & CNC Machining

Precision components with tight tolerances for OEM manufacturers, including rapid prototyping and production runs.

02

Forming & Press Brake

High-tonnage forming capabilities up to 250 tons and lengths up to 12 feet, ideal for structural parts and precision brackets.

03

Advanced Welding

Skilled MIG welders certified for structural and high-load applications, complemented by robotic welding for efficiency and scalability.

04

Engineering & Quality Control

Utilizing advanced CAD software, CNC programming, and robust quality assurance processes to ensure every component meets exacting specifications.

Our Promise

At Direct Dimension, we don’t just manufacture parts, we engineer confidence and deliver peace of mind. Every product we build is backed by a legacy of trust, a focus on performance, and a team that stands behind our work. Through strategic use of technology, deep industry expertise, and a culture of continuous improvement, we are committed to helping our partners succeed today and prepare for tomorrow.

OUR CORE VALUES

Direct Dimension’s values guide our decisions and actions:

01

Accountability:

We own our commitments and follow through with discipline.

02

Integrity:

We do the right thing, even when it’s challenging or costly.

03

Continuous Improvement:

We consistently seek smarter, more efficient operational methods.

04

Customer Focus:

We earn trust through quality, responsiveness, and long-term reliability.

04

Team First:

We support and challenge each other to foster growth, effective communication, and collective success.

WHO WE SERVE

Direct Dimension supports a wide range of customers across the transportation and manufacturing industries. Our deep technical expertise and flexible production capabilities allow us to serve both large-scale OEMs and specialized service providers with the same attention to detail and responsiveness.

Our customers include:

OEM Trailer Manufacturers

Complete coupling system solutions for new trailer production lines. We work closely with manufacturers to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance.

Tank Trailer Builders

Specialized coupling systems designed for the unique demands of liquid transport. Our products meet the highest safety and performance standards.

Service Centers & Distributors

Regional and national trailer service centers rely on our quick turnaround and consistent quality for their repair and maintenance operations.

Fleet Maintenance Providers

Keep your fleet moving with our reliable replacement parts and custom solutions. We understand the critical nature of fleet uptime.

Strategic Manufacturing Partners

Flexible production support for custom, short-run, or evolving product lines. We adapt to your changing needs.

Our customers include:

OEM Trailer Manufacturers

Complete coupling system solutions for new trailer production lines. We work closely with manufacturers to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance.

Tank Trailer Builders

Specialized coupling systems designed for the unique demands of liquid transport. Our products meet the highest safety and performance standards.

Service Centers & Distributors

Regional and national trailer service centers rely on our quick turnaround and consistent quality for their repair and maintenance operations.

Fleet Maintenance Providers

Keep your fleet moving with our reliable replacement parts and custom solutions. We understand the critical nature of fleet uptime.

Strategic Manufacturing Partners

Flexible production support for custom, short-run, or evolving product lines. We adapt to your changing needs.