History of Withers Tool & Die

The History of Withers in Georgia

Withers was established before the Civil War and has long been a well-known name in the history of Atlanta, Georgia. This is a story of the American spirit in the land of opportunity.

Census records indicate that the Withers family originated in England and came to the United States around the early 1800s. By the 1850s, the Withers name was firmly established among other foundries in Georgia, as three brothers began forging their legacy in the state. Today, remnants of those original foundries can still be found around Rome, Atlanta, and throughout Bartow County. These sites stand as markers of history and a testament to the roots of the Withers family in the industry.

The Civil War (1861–1865) left Georgia war-ravaged, destabilized, and economically devastated. The years that followed were difficult for all, but about half a century later, a new generation of Withers men emerged, restoring the family name in the metalworking and machining industry.

Another Generation of Withers

In 1920, Edward P. Withers established a small foundry and machine shop in Mableton, Georgia. Remarkably, Withers Tool still operates at this very location today—over a century later. Determined to become a trusted source for metalworking, machining, and fabrication, Edward P. Withers embodied the American Dream through hard work and craftsmanship.

Withers Tool & Die today

Withers Tool, Die & Mfg. has since grown into a company with a skilled team of machinists, project managers, and craftsmen working in a 48,000 sq. ft. facility. Our shop is equipped with Manual and CNC machines, lathes, horizontal and vertical mills, Blanchard and surface grinders, welding stations, and assembly bays—allowing us to deliver precision machining and fabrication solutions.

Even as Withers Tool has expanded, our mission has remained the same since 1920: To Serve the Industry.

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Historical literature retrieved from publication: “Pioneer Citizens’ History of Atlanta, 1833-1902”.

 “Hard work and determination are the labors that bring forth the fruits of success and legacy”.