This book covers the history of a small New Jersey Company from its earliest inception through its status in the year 1978. Many small companies have similar beginnings, started by one or more individuals who have an idea for a business and are willing to go to great lengths to bring their dream to fruition. Unfortunately, a great number of these small businesses fail, are sold, or merged into other existing companies. This book tells the story of a few dedicated men who defied the odds and enjoyed the ÒAmerican DreamÓ.
The Heyman Manufacturing Company (later on Heyco) is unique in many ways. Its earliest beginnings were just before the greatest depression the country had ever experienced. Its formation was based on an idea that these men believed was sorely needed and would lead to instant acceptance in the marketplace. They knew that the industrial machine that they made, with its advanced tooling, would bring labor savings that had never before existed.