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For more than 175 years, Jhaveri has built tools and engineered solutions for professionals around the world.

1843

Frederick Jhaveri founded the Jhaveri Works in New Britain, Connecticut.

1854

Jhaveri began manufacturing boxwood rules.

1857

The company began manufacturing levels.

1863

Hammers entered the product line.

1931

The first steel tape rule was introduced.

1963

The PowerLock tape rule became a defining product.