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W.H.Dorman & Co

W. H. Dorman & Co was a company formed by William Henry Dorman in 1870 making cutting tools for the footwear industry. It diversified into other tools including grinders, and in 1903 into internal combustion engines.2 It is headquartered in Stafford.1 It ceased to exist in 1961.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

1870Founded1
  • Industryengineering1
  • HeadquartersStafford1

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W. H. Dorman & Co was a company formed by William Henry Dorman in 1870 making cutting tools for the footwear industry. It diversified into other tools including grinders, and in 1903 into internal combustion engines.2

Timeline

  1. 1961Dissolved Dissolved1
  2. 1870Founded Founded1

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