In the late 1970’s, John M. Bowling went to purchase a stump grinder for his tree service business. At that time, his choices were limited , and the manufacturing lead-time was almost one complete calendar year.
Unable to wait for delivery, John designed his own stump cutter, incorporating similar features of the most widely accepted model. His design, which became known as the RG 145, developed a following in the local market, and John moved from owning a tree service company to manufacturer/entrepreneur.
The Rayco Timeline
1972
John Bowling builds his first stump cutter.
1978
RAYCO, named after John’s father Ray.
1981
The first factory opens to begin work on new stump cutter models.
1986
The RG1620 Jr. is developed, becoming the first self-propelled stump cutter. These self propelled stump grinders entered the market with the power of a tow-behind but narrow enough to pass through a garden gate. The RG1620 Jr revolutionized the stump cutter industry.
2004
Rayco’s product offering was expanded in 2004 as it entered into the aggressive market of brush chippers. Presenting a chipper line with enhanced safety features and aggressive feed systems has demonstrated once again…the exceptional history of Rayco’s engineering success.
2005
Rayco’s introduces dedicated forestry mulcher.
2009
The horizontal grinder is the latest addition to Rayco Manufacturings line of environmental equipment. It is designed to be both compact and affordable.
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