History

1920

In the early 1920s

William E. Bock began manufacturing a highly efficient machine that could quickly spin water out of wet laundry, laying the groundwork for what would become the Bock Laundry Machine Company.

1920

1934

In 1934

Carl Clement Sr. acquired the company after the passing
of Mr. Bock, marking the start of a new chapter.

1934

1950s - 1970s

1950s Through the 1970s

After World War II, Carl’s sons, John and Carl Jr., returned from military service to join the family business. Their contributions expanded the company’s product line, even venturing into boat manufacturing.

1950s - 1970s

1990s

Early 1990s

As the company grew, John’s sons, Tom and John Jr., joined the team and continued to drive its expansion. This included a shift away from boat manufacturing and into food processing, leading to the creation of Bock Engineered Products.

1990s

2000s

Early 2000s

Under new ownership by Glassline Corporation, the company was renamed North Star Engineered Products.
Today, as a division of Glassline Corporation, we proudly manufacture equipment in Perrysburg, Ohio—just 20 miles from the company’s original location!

2000s