Richard Darby started the Wholesale Division of Wales & Ward, Inc. with one line, Modine Manufacturing.

1964

Richard gained partnership and controlling interest of the company that came to be known as Wales Darby. Representation of Taco began.

1974

Wales Darby expanded into the New Jersey market with Richard’s son, Steve, leading the territory. Photo: Mountainside, NJ. Richard Darby (left), Steve Darby (right)

1978

First New York office with a warehouse. Hicksville, NY. Richard’s son, Brian, joined the New York team.

1982

The office in Hicksville was quickly outgrown. Richard made the decision to build a new, and larger facility in Ronkonkoma, NY.

1987

At almost the same time, the New Jersey operations required an upgrade and relocated to Warren, NJ.

1988

Wales Darby entered the plumbing side of the business with representation of A.O. Smith.

1993

New York operations relocated to a larger sized office and warehouse in Islandia, NY. This facility is home to the company’s Headquarters today.

2002

New Jersey operations relocated to a larger sized office and warehouse in Warren, NJ.

2004

The third generation of Darby’s entered the business. Photo (L-R): Shane, Brian & Ryan Darby

2009

Looking to expand its geographic footprint, Wales Darby opened a sales office for Eastern Pennsylvania.

2017
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