History of AutoMat Co.,Inc.

AutoMat Co. was founded by Eric Browner in 1956. After serving in WWII, he gained experience working for a seat cover company where he saw a golden opportunity to expand in the auto interior aftermarket. He boldly set off on his own in a small basement with one cutting table and one sewing machine -AutoMat Co. was formed.

As a one man show, Eric started by creating patterns for replacement carpeting for cars, performing the manufacturing and doing the selling. By stressing quality and service, business grew quickly. Soon Eric was able to hire employees, then advertise, expand into larger and larger facilities, and before long, ship product throughout the country.

In the early seventies, Eric’s son Glenn joined the company and helped expand to include a full range of auto interior restoration products, accessories and services, including an in-house installation depatment.

In the early eighties, Eric’s son Tim joined the company, helped further expand the offerings, and helped develop and implement progressive marketing and sales strategies.

In the late eighties, Eric’s son Roger joined the company, spearheaded special projects and helped develop the company's use of technology.

With the further help of a strong, dedicated, family oriented crew, and a continued emphasis on providing quality products, excellent service and fair pricing to customers, AutoMat Co. transfomed into one of the most renown companies in the business.

In 1991, Eric Browner retired and his son Tim became President. Tim is now in charge of running all phases of the operation. In fact, if you visit, Tim will likely personally greet you in the showroom and be happy to give you a tour and a free estimate on your work to be done.

In 1998, the company again expanded, purchasing it’s current, modern facilities, and combining showroom, offices, manufacturing, distribution and installation departments under one large, central location.

In 2001, as recognition of his integrity, Eric was presented with a lifetime achievment award by the industry. These days, as a Florida snowbird, Eric plays golf 2-3 times per week, but he still keeps a sewing machine in his garage and always stays in tune with what’s happening.

Today, AutoMat Co. proudly serves auto enthusiasts and the auto aftermarket worldwide, and we look forward to working with you.

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