Donaldson

DONALDSON

Donaldson Company was founded in 1915 when Frank Donaldson Sr. developed a simple air cleaner to solve a farmer’s tractor problems. In the late 1920s, crop fires caused by engine sparks fueled their diversification into exhaust products. Success and innovation in agricultural equipment led directly to opportunities in the construction and mining markets and later to the over-the-road truck market.

By the 1950s, Donaldson had established worldwide sales and distribution through licensing agreements with overseas manufacturers. Their strong client relationships accelerated their international growth nearly 40 years ago. Donaldson established operations in England to support Caterpillar in 1958, and today they service the needs of their customers through operations in 19 countries.