Stockton Products was founded in 1949, in response to construction demand in the Southwestern United States, particularly California. Exterior stucco applications were popular and widespread. Recognizing the need to provide a framework around which stucco could be applied and keep it from cracking at stress points, a welded wire corner was developed that met that construction need. It was known as Corneraid, and quickly became and remains the industry standard. Since then, a variety of products have been developed that save time, while maximizing stucco adherence to the wire-reinforced exterior. In addition, certain drywall related products are also available