Insley Manufacturing Co.

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The Insley Manufacturing Company produced heavy construction equipment, and was based in Indianapolis, Indiana.

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The company was founded in 1907 by William Henry Insley. The company holds many patents for cable-operated digging equipment, such as Dragline excavators and power shovels, such as the Insley model k12. Insley lost its independence in 1975 when purchased by United Dominion Industries; the name is currently held by Badger Equipment Co. [ citation needed ]

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