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Established in 1912, Wilhelm Schröder GmbH & Co. began its journey as a metal goods manufacturer. The brand name Wilesco is derived from the original name, Wilhelm Schröder & Co. The company initially launched as an aluminum foundry, focusing on the creation of cutlery, badges, and fittings for furniture.By the early 1920s, the production line expanded to include aluminum doll cutlery and miniature pots, which were popularly known as household toys.
The origins of Wilhelm Schröder GmbH & Co. trace back to 1912 when it was established as a metal goods manufacturer. The brand name Wilesco derives from the original title, Wilhelm Schröder & Co. Starting as an aluminum foundry, the company began by crafting items such as cutlery and badges.Home furnishingsDuring the early 1920s, the production line expanded to include household toys, such as miniature aluminum cutlery and tiny pots designed for dolls.