Judco Manufacturing, Inc. was started when its founder created a durable, inexpensive and simplistically designed push button switch in 1972. That first switch design, with its unique patented features, launched the company into a niche market that expanded beyond its first sale for a flashlight application into multiple consumer uses. Judco was truly a startup company funded with a very small investment and an abundance of enthusiasm and determination. Judco officially opened its doors in January 1975 after receiving a significant order from Rayovac, worldwide manufacturer of flashlights. Rayovac had been searching for a reliable, low cost switch for its flashlights, and the economical, yet highly durable, Judco product fit their needs precisely. Judco, having no factory at the time, began deliveries of switches that were made locally by a small jewelry manufacturing company from parts outsourced to other specialized fabricators. Shortly thereafter, Judco hired its first employees to produce switches in order to keep up with production requirements. This original facility, consisting of an office of approximately 500 square feet, grew to 2000 square feet within the first year. A short time later all manufacturing assembly was being done in-house including injection molding and wire processing. Judco’s mission has always been to provide high quality products at low prices, with a commitment to fast delivery, and the ability to modify its basic switches to accommodate customers’ unique requirements. From this small manufacturing facility it supplied major OEM markets such as: flashlights, computers, appliances, emergency lights, and a multitude of consumer products.