This year, Armstrong International celebrates 125 years of innovation and excellence. As we reflect on our journey, we’ll share some of the defining milestones that shaped our success. It all began in 1900, when Adam Armstrong founded Armstrong Machine...
In 1906, J.W. Armstrong and Orville Dougherty received a patent for their ten-unit metal fence post mold. The mold played a crucial role in the booming railroad industry, aiding in the production of countless concrete posts.
As part of its contributions to the railroad industry, Armstrong manufactured 72 three-wheel velocipedes, or railway handcars, in 1907 for the Sheffield Car Company. Each vehicle was designed to carry two men.
In 1907, Armstrong sold 2,400 “dibbles,” a single piece of steel sharpened on one end and curved to form a handle on the other. Dibbles were used by the R. M. Kellogg Company to form the hole for setting strawberry plants.
Armstrong introduced the Inverted Bucket Steam Trap in 1911. This groundbreaking technology continues to set the standard for energy efficiency, performance and lifetime value.
In 1917, Armstrong went international, expanding its sales into Canada.
In 1928, Armstrong International planted its roots in Three Rivers, Michigan, to accommodate the company's continued growth. Today, our Three Rivers location still serves as our North American manufacturing headquarters and a central hub for learning,...
In 1929, Lawrence “Army” Armstrong joined Armstrong Machine Works, becoming the second generation to work for the family business.
From the stock market crash of 1929 throughout the Great Depression, Armstrong Machine Works stayed committed to its employees, maintaining 100% employment.
The first edition of Armstrong Trap Magazine was published in 1930. Subsequent editions were sent on a regular basis to customers and prospects throughout the world.