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Electronic Data Processing Sikorsky Skycrane Laboratory Test
In 1961, the IBM RAMAC electronic In 1961, The Gleason Works designs An automotive transaxle is tested
computer is used for scheduling work angular ground spiral gears to be at elevated temperatures in a
from initial ordering through shipping, used in the transmission of the new laboratory to simulate extreme
while IBM equipment takes care of Sikorsky “Skycrane.” This helicopter, operating conditions.
data processing. powered by two 4,050 hp turboshaft
engines, has a lifting capacity of 10
tons.
Expansion in England Going Public
In 1966, a new tooling plant is built in The Gleason Works (stock symbol
Estover, Plymouth, England. The new GLE) goes public in 1968 on the New
Gleason Works Ltd. is a showcase of York Stock Exchange with a stock
modern tooling manufacturing. offering of $30 per share. Shares rise
sharply in value and split in 1970.
The Gleason Works 100th Anniversary
celebration in 1965.
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