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Made in Connecticut: Unger USA celebrates 60 years of cleaning up

The company, which operates out of Stratford and Bridgeport, manufactures everything from squeegees to mops, all with an eye toward safety, efficiency and cleanliness.

Rebecca Surran

Jun 25, 2024, 7:29 AM

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From a humble squeegee to a global cleaning empire, Connecticut’s Unger USA has been making a global difference for 60 years.

The company's roots trace back to a window cleaner named Henry Unger who, frustrated with the tools of his trade, left his native Germany and landed in Bridgeport to start his own business. His goal was simple: create better cleaning products.

Today, Unger boasts hundreds of global patents and a reputation for innovation. The company, which operates out of Stratford and Bridgeport, manufactures everything from squeegees to mops, all with an eye toward safety, efficiency and cleanliness.

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