I have started to research the company my uncle Edward built and would welcome any help with information. The company manufactured motor accessories mainly for Ford and Vauxhall in the early days.
I remember the first factory under the railway arches at Snow Hill Station in the early 1950's. He then moved to a much larger factory at Wylde Green when all the family were recruited into painting the offices. I believe a factory was also opened in mid-Wales, Newtown I think, as I recall my mother visiting.
Having moved away from the Midlands, my knowledge is very sketchy after this time, but I believe the company rapidly expanded with acquisitions in France, Canada and South Africa. Pelsall became the main UK factory and I know of another factory in Telford.
The company became part of the larger Wagon Automotive Group but I believe the demise of much of the UK motor industry caused the closure of the company around 2009.
Any help will be much appreciated.
I remember the first factory under the railway arches at Snow Hill Station in the early 1950's. He then moved to a much larger factory at Wylde Green when all the family were recruited into painting the offices. I believe a factory was also opened in mid-Wales, Newtown I think, as I recall my mother visiting.
Having moved away from the Midlands, my knowledge is very sketchy after this time, but I believe the company rapidly expanded with acquisitions in France, Canada and South Africa. Pelsall became the main UK factory and I know of another factory in Telford.
The company became part of the larger Wagon Automotive Group but I believe the demise of much of the UK motor industry caused the closure of the company around 2009.
Any help will be much appreciated.