0.2 Our history

Our history

A lifelong devotion to quality

Since 1951 Anthony Innovations has been working with customers to create solutions that enhance motion device performance. Our commitment to quality, consistency and product development has enabled us to maintain long-standing customer relationships and to continuously build new partnerships globally. As we worked with our customers our products evolved over time, building a repertoire of expertise which we continue to apply today.
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1950’s and 60’s

Our custom-designed bearings contributed to optimised motion performance.

When Sil Anthony opened the business in Melbourne we specialised in the design, manufacturing and supply of custom-made bearings, components and injection mouldings for various applications, including doors and windows. Our custom-designed bearings contributed to optimised motion performance, which was challenging to achieve with more commonly available standard-size bearings.

As our specialisation into the door and window industry grew, we recognised customer requirements for wheel assemblies that could fit different size extrusions. As a result, we started developing adjustable assemblies to meet these needs.

1970’s and 80’s

Our products continued to evolve to meet market needs for rollers.

The engineering and sales team started collaborating with partners including Bradnams, Capral, G James Glass and Stegbar, who Anthony Innovations still works with today. Our products continued to evolve to meet market needs for rollers that were anti-corrosive and versatile for various load windows and doors. Stainless steel was used to prevent corrosion and improve functionality.

Having researched various plastics, Anthony Innovations developed wheels made from acetal. This gave our rollers better performance and durability. We still use this material in our products today to provide longevity, smooth performance and to reduce rolling resistance.

1990’s and 00’s

In 2007 Anthony Innovations’ production plant was founded in Changzhou, China.

Improvements in product performance have always been a constant at Anthony Innovations. We introduced adjustable rollers to fit various size extrusions. These rollers where designed with ease of installation in mind and were robustly made to withstand adjustment under load. This design enables safe, fast installation and is still used in our latest product ranges.

In 2007 Anthony Innovations’ production plant was founded in Changzhou, China to boost our production capabilities which has enabled us to meet increased demand in Australia and North America. This is where we now manufacture to ISO accredited quality standards.

Our Vision

An innovative designer and value adder of motion devices and systems

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Recognition & Awards

2021

DrivenxDesign Award Winner
KWIKfit™ Switch

2021

DrivenxDesign Award Winner
GIANTQuad

2020

DrivenxDesign Award Winner
KWIKfit Soft Closer

2020

Good Design 
Award Winner
KWIKfit Soft Closer

2019

NAHB Global Innovation Award Winner
QUADZilla®

2019

Window and Door Awards Honourable Mention
8000 Series

2018

Good Design Award Winner
TraXtar™ Quad

2017

NAHB Global Innovation Award Winner
QUADZilla®