Philosophy Equipto has been a leader in the space utilization market for years. A consistently better product, outstanding customer service and an attitude that keeps clients coming back has made Equipto what it is today.......Philosophy Equipto has been a leader in the space utilization market for years. A consistently better product, outstanding customer service and an attitude that keeps clients coming back has made Equipto what it is today. Equiptos philosophy is that they want to make it as simple as possible to do business with them. From Cars to Complete Space Utilization Systems - Equipto Evolves It all began in 1907, when Thomas M. Dunham began developing motorcycle headlights and sidecars in Aurora, Illinois. With the increase in automobile production, motorcycle parts soon were not in such high demand, so Equipto began producing body parts for Ford Motor Companys Model T Chassis. As the relationship with the car industry flourished, Dunham began hearing other needs within the automotive industry. One car dealer needed heavy-duty shelving to store large, hefty car parts and the idea for space utilization products was born. As World War II approached, Equipto retooled to produce various steel products needed for Allied efforts. It was during this time that Equipto diversified its product line to meet the demand for other space-saving products. John C. Dunham, Thomas son, took over the business after World War II and continued to develop products and expand the customer base beyond the automobile industry. In 1991, Thomas Dunhams grandson, Tom Matyas, became President and CEO. Today, Equiptos customers range from industrial clients such as Caterpillar and Boeing, retail clients using display shelving like Mikasa and The Gap, to healthcare facilities such as Mt. Sinai-Chicago and DuPont Medical Systems that utilize Equiptos filing products. Growth and Expansion The company that began in 1907 was having growing pains in the 60s. The Aurora plant had been the only home to Equiptos headquarters and sole manufacturing plant, but in 1970, growth in business necessitated that Equipto expand operations to two new manufacturing plants in Tatamy, Pennsylvania and Dallas, Texas. Setting Themselves Apart From the Competition As the company grows and flourishes, new products and systems are being built. Its not just one product that sets Equipto apart, its their entire line of products. Ranging from mezzanines to Mobile Aisle systems, Equipto makes a better product that they stand behind and guarantee. Many of Equiptos products have stood the test of time and continue to be big sellers in the market. One such system that was built in 1963 is the V-Grip System. Because of its unlimited versatility and quality design, this system is the cornerstone of Equiptos successful product line. V-Grip is much more than a heavy duty shelving product. All the components can stand-alone or be combined to build the perfect solution to any space utilization problem. V-Grip is only one of the many success stories that make up the history of Equiptos popular product lines. In the future, Equipto will continue to lead the market with product innovations and space utilization systems. Today and Beyond After more than 99 years, Equiptos customer base reached across the U.S. and into many other countries. In an effort to centralize management and production, Equipto relocated its global headquarters to Tatamy, Pennsylvania. As Equipto continues to grow and extend its product lines, customers can expect the same innovation and quality that has made Equipto what it is today: The industry leader in space utilization products.