Metal Craft Co. v. Metalcraft Heater Corp.

This is a companion case to Metal Craft Co. v. Grand Rapids Metalcraft Corporation, ante, p. 638, is ruled by it upon the claim of unfair competition, but has distinctive features upon the application of the statute.

Bill was filed February 1, 1930, to enjoin defendant’s use of its name on the ground of similarity to that of plaintiff. Defendant is affiliated with Grand Rapids Metalcraft Corporation, and was organized by it in May, 1929, to manufacture and sell heaters and other automobile appliances, accessories, and equipment. Plaintiff was incorporated in 1923 to manufacture and sell metal…