Historical Timeline

1967 – In The Beginning...
- William Tregaskiss, a toolmaker from England, establishes himself as an independent sales agent for automotive welding products within Michigan and Ontario.

1972 – Auto 350, The First Tregaskiss MIG Welding Gun Introduced
- Tregaskiss recognizes the need for a durable MIG gun with a simple design to address the demanding environment of automotive plants and introduces the the Auto 350. Designed in cooperation with Ford Motor Company, its reputation as a rugged tool quickly solidifies it as the standard in the auto industry.

1980 – T40 MIG Welding Gun Launched
- The next evolution of Tregaskiss MIG Welding Guns is developed based on the continuing needs of automotive customers. The T40 introduces industry-leading new features that have become the standard on many brands today: spring strain relief, 1-piece handle, spare switch leads, reversible cable, aluminum armored gooseneck.
1983 – Growing with Distribution
- Widespread demand for Tregaskiss MIG Guns in the Great Lakes Region results in the signing of the first welding distributor to support the product line.
1986 – ISO Certified
- Tregaskiss proactively pursues ISO certification and later achieves QS status.
1989 – Europe and the World
- Distribution in international markets begins with the Tregaskiss Euro Gun. Today, Tregaskiss MIG Products are sold in over 20 countries world-wide.

1992 – Launched the TOUGH GUN™ Brand
- Based on the ruggedness of the T40 Tregaskiss MIG Gun, the TOUGH GUN brand is born. New industry-first features include customization, interchangeability of parts, self-insulated nozzle, direct plug-in power pin, lifetime warranty on handles and switches.
1992 – Pioneered Robotic Air-Cooled MIG Guns
- Anticipating the growth of robotics in the auto industry, Tregaskiss puts significant focus on developing a line of robotic welding guns and accessories. With emphasis on pioneering air-cooled robotic MIG guns, Tregaskiss helps to shift the industry away from water-cooled systems.
1995 – Developed Robotic Peripherals
- Leveraging its experience in the precision manufacturing of robotics, Tregaskiss augments its line with robotic peripherals to offer a turnkey package which includes an automatic nozzle cleaning station, wire cutter, anti-spatter sprayer, TOUGH GARD™ Anti-Spatter, precision gun mount arms, and safety clutch.
1996 – Introduction of TOUGH LOCK™ Consumable System
- R&D efforts results in the creation of the TOUGH LOCK Contact Tip System. Through innovative design, this revolutionary system vastly outperforms older tip technology.

2000 – TGX™ MIG Gun Brand Launched
- Tregaskiss launches TGX Easy-As-1-2-3! a flexible program allowing distributors to minimize inventory and maximize MIG gun offerings.
2003 – Building Expansion to 90,000 sq. ft. and Award-winning
- Corporate Facade Completed
2005 – Tregaskiss Named One of Canada's 50 Best Managed
- Companies
2005 – Opened New Office in Shanghai, China
2006 – Tregaskiss Requalified as One of Canada's 50 Best
- Managed Companies
2007 – The Tregaskiss Family Sold the Company to ITW

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