In 1911, the company was moved to East Moline, then to Moline after World War I. In addition to the calorimeter business, the business had an alloy foundry, where the Illium was made.

MOLINE, Ill. — A Moline business as old as the city itself is getting ready for a big expansion. Parr Instrument Company builds specialized laboratory equipment. It was originally founded in ...

MOLINE, Ill. (KWQC) - Parr Instrument Company, renowned for its specialized lab equipment used by scientists and researchers worldwide, is celebrating its 125th anniversary this year.