About Century Wire & Cable
Almost 40 years ago, Century Wire and Cable was built to fulfill a long neglected niche market by manufacturing the best heavy duty extension cords for the professional building contractor. Today, Century is recognized as the industry’s leader for making safer and innovative cords for different trades. Sold through major wholesale distributors, Century’s “Pro Glo” and "Pro Lock" cordsets are considered to be the safest and most reliable for use on all jobsite conditions.
With a mandate to continue building the safest cords available, Century continues to make innovative products demanded by industry professionals to fulfill many needed applications. We don't stop at great products though. We still believe that people buy from people they like. That's why good old fashioned customer service is so important to us. Our customers are our partners! Give us a call and let us know how we can help. Thank you for your continued confidence and support.
Century History
1979
Century Wire and Cable sales and manufacturing was established
1986
Acquired and relocated the company to a 13 acre, 256,000 square foot facility in City of Commerce, California.
1986
Engineered ultra-flexible, high copper stranding Submersible Pump Cable.
1992
Century Wire & Cable pioneered the introduction and use of Festooning Cable for the A/V and Tradeshow Industry.
1994
The first lighted end cord was introduced in the market.
1995
The first neon-colored, high visibility extension cord was introduced (Pro Glo®)
2007
Pro Grip™ handles were incorporated on to Welding and RV Extension Cords for easy disconnecting.
2008
The first and only cord with CGM™ (Continuous Ground Monitoring) was conceived and patented.
2015
The revolutionary Pro Lock® Extension Cord was launched with immediate and great success throughout the USA, Canada and Mexico.