2023 Catalog HR - Flipbook - Page 3
A RICH HISTORY OF AMERICAN MADE QUALITY
As Shown Below:
1903 WORKFORCE
1921 CONSTRUCTION IN GRANVILLE
In New York City, 1903, the Telescope Cot Bed & Novelty Company started manufacturing wood cots and campstools with “telescoping” legs that gave the fledging company its unique name. In 1921, the Telescope saw mill and assembly operations were relocated
to the quaint countryside of Granville, NY. This area encompassed acres of woodland, hard-working laborers, as well as rail road that
greatly supported the new facility. Later in 1932, sales and administration moved from New York City to the charming town of Granville.
1993 WORKFORCE
1975 COMPANY PICNIC
Now, after 120 years, Telescope has continued to evolve and is featuring high quality materials
made into our wonderful outdoor furniture collections. Telescope Casual Furniture is diligent
in making a positive economic and philanthropic impact, not only in Granville, but also in
Upstate New York, Vermont, and beyond. Over the years we have provided stable employment for more than 250 employees, while also supporting several local youth programs such
2003 WORKFORCE
as Granville’s Little League and nonpro昀椀t associations like the Lions Club.
To evolve with an expanding product line and company growth, Telescope has
continually made renovations to the nearly one-million square foot factory along
with concentrated efforts in research and development, engineering, and unique
manufacturing processes. As a result of being self-suf昀椀cient, Telescope has been
able to maintain that competitive edge in today’s market by responding quickly
and 昀椀nding innovative methods for manufacturing. Currently, the operation has
transformed into a lean manufacturing model, which is constantly evolving to help
us remain environmentally responsible, ef昀椀cient, and viable.
PRESENT DAY SEWING OPERATOR
For 120 years, Telescope has been able to pride itself by remaining a remarkably successful family
owned business that is currently managed by fourth and 昀椀fth generations, now led by Kathy Juckett.
Our vast number of employees maintain a close working relationship with the Vanderminden family and
management team. Much of Telescope’s success is owed to the longevity and loyalty of its talented
and skilled workforce. Telescope has always kept its focus on providing the greatest levels of Quality,
Design, Comfort, and Selection combined with a Fast and Reliable delivery. None of these attributes are
easy to deliver, but we know that they are imperative. Telescope is proud to have earned the reputation
as having the best customer service, fastest delivery, and the best quality products in the industry. Our
entire team is working each day to prove that our reputation is well deserved, and our brand is worth it.
TELESCOPE'S ICONIC WATERTOWER
POLYMER ROUTER
2019 & 2021 MANUFACTURER
OF THE YEAR
PRESENT DAY SUPERVISOR
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