READER PICKS » Generations of Quality

Sixty years ago, in Youngstown Ohio, Gasser chair was founded by brothers Louis, Roger, and George Gasser. Early on, manufacturing ranged from furniture to aluminum beer kegs. Eventually, Gasser focused on high quality seating.

In 1949, Gasser showed off their products at the National Restaurant Association Convention, which brought them into the hospitality fold. The 1950's saw Gasser grow; in fact, Gasser furnished the United States Senate Dining Room in 1958.

Initially Gasser catered to military clubs around the world, since then the company reached has expanded to all corners of hospitality, especially the gaming industry.

The Gasser family takes great pride in their hands-on involvement. The family still has a place in every department of the 200-employee company.

Over the last six decades, Gasser innovation has included industry firsts such as flexible brackets to connect seat and backrests; the first ten-year banquet chair warranty and the addition of casters and swivels for mobility.

What makes Gasser good in 2006? "A chair manufactured by Gasser is built with 60 years of manufacturing history, talent & skill, based on philosophies instilled by the founders and now carried through with the second generation," according to Cindy Gasser, Vice President. She adds "our high level of quality standards combined with dilligent follow-up service generally exceeds customer expectations."

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