Our 100% Made in the USA Story

In 1981, Ernst Manufacturing started and grew out of the interests of its founder and President, Greg Ernst. An energetic inventor and hobbyist, he developed a series of accessories for the model train and airplane industry, including the popular Ultra Stand. Some of the newest products being developed by Ernst are a line of hobby stands, coming soon.

Greg Ernst holds many United States patents on his designs. As a dynamic, growing, innovative American company, Ernst produces all of its products at a plant in the United States and is committed to remaining an American manufacturer. Learn more.