The Thessco Group is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of Silver Brazing Alloys, Metal Joining Products and Industrial Silver Alloys. Our head office and production site is located in Sheffield, UK with sales offices and warehousing in Paris to serve our European customers.
1760
Refining business founded by John Read.
1787
Moved to the current production site at Royds Mills, Sheffield.
1890
Name changed to The Sheffield Smelting Company Ltd.
1905
Introduction of Rolling & Wire drawing equipment.
1932
New focus on developing business through research & engineering trades.
1974
Purchased by Engelhard.
1984
Business sold to current owners – Solpro Manufacturing.
2004
Acquisition of Engelhard-Clal European Brazing Alloys business.
2010
Celebrated 250 year anniversary.