Company History
In 1959, E.L. “Spike” Havens understood the need for a product that would enable engine builders to renew the life of worn valve springs. Spike invented, patented, and launched the manufacturing of the VSI®, the Valve Spring Insert. Designed with heat slashing serrations, VSI® still remains a truly unique product in today’s market. It is the primary element on which Silver Seal Products Co. has advanced to the forefront.
Use the arrows to scroll through the 60 years of Silver Seal's milestones
1956
Spike Havens developed the VSI and filed for a patent
1959
The VSI patent was granted and Silver Seal Products was officially formed. Spike opened Silver Seal’s first location in Lincoln Park, MI.
1970
In 1970 Silver Seal Products moves to their 6,000 sf facility in Brownstown, Michigan.
1974
Geoff A. Havens Sr. acquires ownership of Silver Seal Products & becomes Silver Seal’s President
1975
Silver Seal purchases Magnetest, the manufacturing company of NDT testing supplies and iron powders
1981
Geoffrey Manufacturing is established, providing custom stamping and machining for industrial, OEM, and aftermarket applications
1983
In 1983 Silver Seal purchases Whip-L Products, manufacturer of Valve Stem Seals, Rear Crank Seals, Timing Covers, and Wheel Seals
1986
Silver Seal expands to include a full line of shop supplies
1987
Silver Seal moves to their current location at 19224 Allen Rd., Trenton, Michigan, providing over 20,000 sf of warehouse space.
1989
Production Head Tool Supply is purchased
1998
Advanced Abrasives is established, offering a full line of high-quality abrasives for the automotive and industrial markets
2007
Silver Seal Products Goes Online, launching first website
2007
Silver Seal purchases Seal-Lock, manufacturer of crack repair pins, tooling, solid thread repair inserts and automotive sealers
2009
Silver Seal purchased MicroSleeve (1974), manufacturer of harmonic balancer, crankshaft and camshaft repair sleeves
2011
Silver Seal purchases Westco, manufacturer of radiator leak stopper
2019
Celebrating 60 years – Happy Birthday Silver Seal Products!
1956
Spike Havens developed the VSI and filed for a patent
1959
The VSI patent was granted and Silver Seal Products was officially formed. Spike opened Silver Seal’s first location in Lincoln Park, MI.
1970
In 1970 Silver Seal Products moves to their 6,000 sf facility in Brownstown, Michigan.
1974
Geoff A. Havens Sr. acquires ownership of Silver Seal Products & becomes Silver Seal’s President
1975
Silver Seal purchases Magnetest, the manufacturing company of NDT testing supplies and iron powders
1981
Geoffrey Manufacturing is established, providing custom stamping and machining for industrial, OEM, and aftermarket applications
1983
In 1983 Silver Seal purchases Whip-L Products, manufacturer of Valve Stem Seals, Rear Crank Seals, Timing Covers, and Wheel Seals
1986
Silver Seal expands to include a full line of shop supplies
1987
Silver Seal moves to their current location at 19224 Allen Rd., Trenton, Michigan, providing over 20,000 sf of warehouse space.
1989
Production Head Tool Supply is purchased
1998
Advanced Abrasives is established, offering a full line of high-quality abrasives for the automotive and industrial markets
2007
Silver Seal Products Goes Online, launching first website
2007
Silver Seal purchases Seal-Lock, manufacturer of crack repair pins, tooling, solid thread repair inserts and automotive sealers
2009
Silver Seal purchased MicroSleeve (1974), manufacturer of harmonic balancer, crankshaft and camshaft repair sleeves
2011
Silver Seal purchases Westco, manufacturer of radiator leak stopper
2019
Celebrating 60 years – Happy Birthday Silver Seal Products!
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