Addis Group Ltd
Other Business Names:
- Addis, William
- Addis, Robert, & Son
Locations city-town / local authority / county1974 / region-state / country:
- Hackney, Greater London, Greater London, Greater London, England
- Hertford, Hertfordshire, Hertfordshire, East of England, England
Sectors:
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Wood, straw, etc, products manufacture
Brush making
Notes:
Traces origins to William Addis, 1734-1808, of Whitechapel, London, who in 1780 started business as a stationer, rag merchant and maker of tooth brushes. Soon known as W Addis & Sons. Developed by his sons as a brush, especially tooth brush manufacturer. By 1900 Addis family business carried on by Robert Addis & Son. 1920 relocated from Hackney to Hertford and thereafter developed as a major tooth brush manufacturer under Wisdom brand. Made early use of plastic and nylon. 1950s diversified into kitchen brushes and other housewares. Opened major plant at Swansea. Continues
Publications:
- Addis, 1780-1980. All about the home by Beaver, Patrick
Groups:
Other Business Names:
- Addis, William
- Addis, Robert, & Son
Locations city-town / local authority / county1974 / region-state / country:
- Hackney, Greater London, Greater London, Greater London, England
- Hertford, Hertfordshire, Hertfordshire, East of England, England
Sectors:
- Wood, straw, etc, products manufacture Brush making
Notes:
Traces origins to William Addis, 1734-1808, of Whitechapel, London, who in 1780 started business as a stationer, rag merchant and maker of tooth brushes. Soon known as W Addis & Sons. Developed by his sons as a brush, especially tooth brush manufacturer. By 1900 Addis family business carried on by Robert Addis & Son. 1920 relocated from Hackney to Hertford and thereafter developed as a major tooth brush manufacturer under Wisdom brand. Made early use of plastic and nylon. 1950s diversified into kitchen brushes and other housewares. Opened major plant at Swansea. ContinuesPublications:
- Addis, 1780-1980. All about the home by Beaver, Patrick