The Plews/Edelmann Division of Tomkins Industrial and Automotive this year (2009) is celebrating 100 years in business. General Manager Steve Venghaus attributes the companya??s staying power to its ability to adapt and change, and to product innovation. E. Edelmann & Co. first opened its doors in Chicago. Founder Erich Edelmann started by selling air valves and steam gauges to local plumbing and heating contractors. By the time the wholesale vendor moved to Dixon, in 1972, the line of products had expanded to include a range of automotive parts and tools. Today, Plews/Edelmann designs, manufactures and distributes a wide range of products, from tire-pressure monitoring systems to biodegradable lubricants made from U.S.-grown vegetables www.plews-edelmann.com