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- Yale & Towne Manufacturing Co. Brochure, "The Phantom Doorman," 1938 - George Devol invented an automatic door in the 1930s. His invention -- licensed to Yale and Towne Manufacturing Company and named the "Phantom Doorman" -- eased the flow of people and material in and out of buildings and workspaces. Devol was a prolific inventor -- particularly in the area of automation. His most important work led to his patent for the first industrial robot.
- 1938
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Yale & Towne Manufacturing Co. Brochure, "The Phantom Doorman," 1938
George Devol invented an automatic door in the 1930s. His invention -- licensed to Yale and Towne Manufacturing Company and named the "Phantom Doorman" -- eased the flow of people and material in and out of buildings and workspaces. Devol was a prolific inventor -- particularly in the area of automation. His most important work led to his patent for the first industrial robot.
- Yale Padlock with Chain, circa 1930 - Yale & Towne Manufacturing Company began in 1868 in Stamford, Connecticut, founded by Linus Yale, the inventor of the tumbler lock, and Henry Towne. Yale locks became the industry standard, noted for their high quality and durability.
- circa 1930
- Collections - Artifact
Yale Padlock with Chain, circa 1930
Yale & Towne Manufacturing Company began in 1868 in Stamford, Connecticut, founded by Linus Yale, the inventor of the tumbler lock, and Henry Towne. Yale locks became the industry standard, noted for their high quality and durability.
- Oshkosh "Chief Stripe Line" Suitcase, 1920-1950 -
- 1920-1950
- Collections - Artifact
Oshkosh "Chief Stripe Line" Suitcase, 1920-1950
- Oshkosh "Chief Stripe Line" Steamer Trunk, 1920-1950 -
- 1920-1950
- Collections - Artifact
Oshkosh "Chief Stripe Line" Steamer Trunk, 1920-1950