| Status | Defunct |
| Founded | 1923 |
| Successor | Larson International |
| Key people | Herbert W. Sellner |
Sellner Manufacturing was the original Tilt-A-Whirl manufacturer, based out of Faribault, Minnesota, USA. From its founding in 1923 to its sale to Larson International in 2011, the business manufactured over 900 units.[1]
History
In 1923, Sellner Manufacturing was founded by Herbert W. Sellner.
In 1926, Herbert W. Sellner filed a patent for the Tilt-A-Whirl, which was proven to be a massive hit, and statistically some of the most profitable rides at parks and fairgrounds. [2]
In 2011, Sellner was acquired by Larson International. The deal included all plans and equipment but excluded the Minnesota factory building.[3] At the time, the Sellner family was looking to leave the business.[4]
Products
Rides
- This list is incomplete, please expand it if you can.
| Name | Type | Introduced |
|---|---|---|
| Dizzy Dragons | Junior Teacups | 1998 or earlier |
| Jumping Jumbos | Junior Jets | 2002 or earlier |
| Teacups | Junior Teacups | 2008 or earlier |
| Tilt-A-Whirl | Tilt-A-Whirl | 1954 or earlier |
References
- ↑ www.mwdwebdesign.com, Matt's Web Design-. "Larson International acquired Minnesota-based Sellner Manufacturing". CarnivalWarehouse (in English). Retrieved 2024-04-07.
- ↑ "Sellner Manufacturing Company".
- ↑ "Larson buys Sellner". Park World Online (in British English). 2011-01-19. Retrieved 2024-04-07.
- ↑ "Sellner Manufacturing Company".