Private company

Russel Wheel and Foundry Company

Foundry company based in Detroit, founded in 18781

Russel Wheel and Foundry Company manufactured railroad cars, rail car wheels, logging equipment and structural steel, Tall Skeletal Lighthouses in Detroit, Michigan between 1876 and 1916. In 1916, the company name was changed to Russel Steel Construction Company.2 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

1878Founded1
  • Industryfoundry1
  • HeadquartersDetroit1

Russel Wheel and Foundry Company manufactured railroad cars, rail car wheels, logging equipment and structural steel, Tall Skeletal Lighthouses in Detroit, Michigan between 1876 and 1916. In 1916, the company name was changed to Russel Steel Construction Company.2

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