Saturday, August 31, 2019

Rockford, IL: Roper Whitney Metal Tool Co.

(Satellite)

Another example of the tool and die industry in Rockford, IL.
Lost Illinois Manufacturing posted, web resolution
Still named Whitney Metal Tool Company even though Roper Industries had bought them in 1961, this ad proclaims the company moved on March 25, 1968 to their present location, the 125,000 square foot factory on Huffman where they remain today. Rockford Mail, June 3, 1968.
Andrew Nix Roofing outfit down the street has a $100000 sheet metal brake made by Whitney.
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