Aurelius Manufacturing was founded in 1926 by Gene and Bernard Aurelius. Gene, a gifted machinist and metal fabricator, enlisted his brother Ben to sell his wares. Together, they began to work in Gene's garage producing and selling hand crank eggbeaters. The work expanded as Gene found innovative ways to produce high quality products at prices that got the attention of the marketplace. Gene's commitment to innovative problem solving, quality workmanship, and customer service set a standard that is alive and well in the company today. Gene Aurelius guided the company until his death in 1963. Shortly after that time Wendell L. Nelson, a long time employee, purchased the company. Wendell directed the company through the transition from a job-shop producing many products and components to a company focused on manufacturing hydraulic cylinders and from a sole proprietorship to the current corporate structure. The company's ability to work with customers to solve problems and develop innovative solutions has led to strong long-term business relationships. The unique ability to balance volume production and highly customized low volume work has enabled strong and steady growth through the years. Aurelius Manufacturing continues to succeed in the marketplace by remaining grounded in its roots of innovative problem solving, quality workmanship, and customer service.