In 1871, Pierre Gendron discovered a method that he was able to patent for making wire wheels. The process involved putting wire spokes in a metal rim and made Gendron a pioneer in the development of the wire wheel. Determined not to give up, Gendron began building baby carriages-with a lot of faith in his wheels, and in 1880 he organized the Gendron Iron Wheel Company, in Toledo.
In 1882, Gendron invented a stronger and lighter wheel, primarily used on bicycles. By 1920, in addition to wire wheels, Gendron was making baby carriages, tot's push cabs, and doll vehicles. With the increasing popularity of bicycle riding, Gendron manufactured a complete line of bikes.
In 1928, Gendron Wheel Company, now recognized as one of the leaders in pedal vehicles for kids, added pressed-steel toy trucks to their "Pioneer" line" of toys, utilizing the trade name of "Sampson".
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