STOKES
Stokes was founded in 1856 by Thomas Stokes. Thomas built the business around his skills as a Diesinker and Electroplater.
Over the years his company played an important role in Australia’s cultural and industrial development, manufacturing products as diverse as the gas lamps that illuminated Victoria’s Parliament House and the original “Rising Sun” badges worn by the Australian Army.
Stokes quickly gained a reputation for their outstanding craftsmanship and quality products; a reputation that still exists today. With the onset of the 1950’s, the company diversified into manufacturing components for the booming automotive and domestic appliance industries. Its tradition of engineering excellence and innovative design saw it become one of Australia’s leading suppliers.
Today, Stokes is a publicly listed company, with offices and representatives throughout Australia, Asia and the Pacific. Alongside being the country’s major manufacturer of electrical elements, it has become the leading independent distributor of appliance spare parts and operates a successful giftware division.
We are proud to be part of the Stokes Distribution Network. You can visit Stokes’ site here.