American Time Recording Clock Companies
From the 1880s through the early 1900s, dozens of American companies pioneered time recording technology. These manufacturers created sophisticated mechanical systems that revolutionized workplace attendance tracking and payroll management. Below you'll find detailed information about the major American time recording clock manufacturers represented in our collection.
Founded by Willard Bundy, inventor of the first workable time recorder. Bundy Manufacturing was a pioneer in key recorder technology and later became part of International Time Recording (ITR), which eventually evolved into IBM.
Predecessor of the Dey Time Register Company, known for innovative dial recorder designs. First manufactured clocks on the sixth floor of the Dey Bros. dry goods store in Syracuse.
Formed in 1901, ITR manufactured Bundy-designed equipment and competed with Dey. Merged in 1911 to form CTR, which became IBM in 1924. Produced dial recorders, key recorders, and autograph recorders.
Known for heavy cast iron dial recorders. Purchased by ITR in 1908, with production ending shortly thereafter. Rare examples make these highly collectible.
Associated with the prestigious E. Howard Clock Company, known for tower clocks and precision timepieces. Their time recorders carried the Howard reputation for quality craftsmanship.
Early pioneer in card recorder technology. The Cincinnati Card Recorder No. 5 represents one of the earliest implementations of time card systems in America.
Manufacturer of innovative in-out recorders and watchman's clocks. Purchased W.H. Bundy's company in 1916, expanding their product line to include card recorders.