Automatic Products Corporation

Automatic Products Corporation (A.P.C.) has been a trusted name in contract manufacturing since 1957, when it was founded by Charles E. Tedford. In 1981, Gary E. Tedford took the reins as President and Owner, guiding the company through consistent and sustained growth. That growth led to a major milestone in 1997, when we transitioned from our original building to a significantly larger, facility—built to meet the evolving needs of our customers and operations. Leadership stayed in the family when G. Christopher (Chris) Tedford became President in 2007, continuing our tradition of excellence across generations. Throughout the years, our success has been driven by a commitment to honesty, integrity, and continuous improvement. We believe in empowering our employees, evolving our processes, and investing in the tools and technologies that keep us at the forefront of industry. In February 2025, we proudly marked 68 years of business, a testament to our strong foundation and forward-thinking approach. We are financially sound and operate with a strategic focus on diversification across multiple industries. This broad industry exposure allows us to identify and adopt the best practices that benefit all our customers, regardless of their sector. Today, A.P.C. serves a global customer base with flexible manufacturing solutions that include rapid prototyping, short-run production, and full-scale manufacturing. With dedicated resources and segregated capacity, we are equipped to meet the changing demands of our clients—whether they’re in development or high-volume production.