A Legacy Built on Advancing the IndustryFounded in 1870 by George H. Tennant, Tennant Company began as a one-man woodworking business, evolved into a successful wood flooring and wood products company, and eventually into a manufacturer of floor cleaning equipment. Throughout its history, Tennant has remained focused on advancing its industry by aggressively pursuing new technologies and creating a culture that celebrates innovation. Today, Tennant is a global leader in designing, manufacturing and marketing solutions that help create a cleaner, safer, healthier world.
1870
George H. Tennant opens his small woodworking shop in northeast Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA1910s
Tennant begins producing motorized floor cleaning equipment1947
Tennant engineers invent the first vacuum-equipped power sweeper for industrial use1963
Tennant introduces the predecessor to the sweeper/scrubber, making Tennant units the most versatile in the world1970
Tennant develops the first “built from the ground-up” riding scrubber1978
Tennant introduces its first walk-behind scrubber1990
Tennant wins Seven Wonders of the Word award for its Eco line of nonsolvent coatings (available in North America)2002
Tennant introduces FaST® Foam Scrubbing Technology for hard floor surfaces2004
Tennant introduces ReadySpace® quick-drying carpet cleaning technology2008
Tennant introduces ec-H2O™ technology that electrically converts water into an effective cleaning solution2012
Tennant Company launches revolutionary Orbio® 500-Sc to replace many daily-use conventional cleaning chemicals
