The Story of Berg Industries
The 1920s were one of the most dramatic decades in U.S. history—an era of economic upheaval, prohibition, suffrage, and fads galore. What better time to launch a business? Not one to shy from risk, Paul R. Berg of Rockford invented the first roller awning and founded Illinois Automatic Awning in the old post office on S. Main Street. Working with son Paul E. and grandson Robert, Mr. Berg built a reputation as the local go-to awning source.
Berg Industries continues to be owned and operated locally and continues the outstanding customer service that it’s always been known for.