Our History
A Legacy of Innovation
Driven by Entrepreneurial Spirit
Since 1878, Dodge has been discovering solutions that make industry operations easier. From the Independence Split Wood Pulley to Smart Sensors for mechanical products, our innovations have evolved to push entire industries forward. Every day, we honor the legacy of innovation that originated with our founder, Wallace Dodge. And we eagerly continue looking ahead to what we can achieve next.
The Dodge Timeline
From Innovative Beginnings to Global Industry Leadership
1878
Wallace Dodge founded Dodge Manufacturing Co. to produce Magic Wagon Jacks
1882
Introduced the Independent Split Wood Pulley and interchangeable bushing concept
1905
Began building cast iron pulleys
1923
Dodge introduced the Type C split tapered bearing
1933
Dodge helped found MPTA (Mechanical Power Transmission Assoc) and CEMA (Conveyor Equipment Manufactures Assoc)
1939
Introduced the first Taper Lok bushing
1943
Introduced the first Type E bearing in the market
1944
The first Dodge School of Transmissioneering was held
1949
Dodge entered the gearing business with the introduction of the first Torque Arm gear reducer
1971
Dodge opened manufacturing plant in Rogersville, TN
1972
The Twin Tapered bushing system was introduced; an innovation making Dodge #1 in this space for the next 50 years
1977
Dodge opened manufacturing plant in Greenville, SC