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Ridge Tool company history timeline

1964

In 1964, Ridge bought the vise division of Desmond-Stephan Manufacturing Co.

1966

A subsidiary of Emerson Electric Co. since 1966, Ridge Tool Co. is best known for the Ridgid brand tools.

1974

1974 – Emerson Electric Co. acquires Urick to produce parts for its electric motor division.

1984

1984 – Emerson transfers Urick to the Ridge Tool Company.

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1923
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