W.L. Walker Co. Returns to Its Historic Roots at 1009 S. Main Street
In July 2025, W.L. Walker Co. returned to the original Tulsa location where the company was founded in 1926.
W.L. Walker Co. Returns to Its Historic Roots at 1009 S. Main Street
Tulsa, OK – July 2025 — In a full-circle moment nearly a century in the making, W.L. Walker Co., Inc., a proud Tulsa-based manufacturer of hydrocarbon testing and sampling instrumentation, has returned to its original home at 1009 S. Main Street—the very site where it was founded in 1926 by William Lee Walker.
The move marks a strategic shift for the nearly 100-year-old company, which recently vacated its space in the vibrant Tulsa Arts District. While that district’s explosive growth created exciting opportunities, it also opened the door for W.L. Walker to capitalize on a development opportunity and reconnect with its roots.
Located just steps from the company’s adjoining manufacturing facility, the historic 1009 S. Main location provides a unified campus that is expected to improve turnaround times, streamline logistics, and enhance customer service. For longtime employees and customers, the return to Main Street also carries deep sentimental value.
Continuing a Legacy of Hydrocarbon Measurement
W.L. Walker Co., Inc. continues to lead the way in hydrocarbon sampling innovation, producing industry-standard tools such as the Tulsa Oil Thief. As the company nears its 100th anniversary, this return to its founding location represents more than a move—it is a celebration of legacy, continuity, and a renewed commitment to the future.
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