Philadelphia Toboggan Coasters, Inc., 1904-Present – formerly
PTC – Philadelphia Toboggan Company
CNT/Fraley Archive photos. All PTC Archive photos ultimately through the courtesy of Tom Rebbie and Philadelphia Toboggan Coasters, Inc.
PTC COMPANY:
In 1904, the Philadelphia Toboggan Company was founded and established by Henry Auchy and Chester Albright. The company continues to operate today as Philadelphia Toboggan Coasters, Inc. PTC is the oldest roller coaster company and the second oldest amusement ride manufacturer in the world.
CAROUSELS:
From its founding until shortly after the Great Depression, PTC manufactured 87 carousels. Approximately 35 original PTC carousels are still in operation today.
ROLLER COASTERS:
Over the years, famous names in the roller coaster industry such as Joe McKee, John Miller, John Zalar, Herbert P. Schmeck and John Allen were responsible for 147 wooden roller coasters bearing the PTC banner – 82 of those coasters are still in operation today.
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Misc. PTC Carousel Archive Photos
