Our Story
We earn your trust, you unpack the possibilities
Landaal is a family-owned business with a rich history dating back to 1959 when Robert S. Landaal founded Flint Boxmakers. Over the years, we’ve evolved, embracing service and solution diversification with a focus on Corrugated, Warehousing and Fulfillment, Sustainable Packaging, and POP Displays.
In an industry where family-owned businesses often face challenges, we’ve successfully navigated succession planning, transparent communication, and conflict resolution, emerging as a united third-generation company for future generations. Product diversification is at the heart of our success, allowing us to enter new markets, grow organically, and provide innovative solutions. We aren’t bound to a single material or design, enabling us to say ‘YES’ to opportunities and stay competitive.
At Landaal Packaging Systems, we blend tradition with innovation, providing consistent, reliable service to our valued customers, unpacking possibilities for growth and success.
Timeline of Milestones
At Landaal Packaging Systems, we honor our legacy by continuing to innovate in everything that we do. With every generation comes great change and the opportunity to serve our community better.
1924
Early Foundations
Norbert Rennicke begins working in a paper plant at age 12.
1936
Early Foundations
Norbert Rennicke authors "Manufacture of Paperboard," the first publication on paperboard manufacturing.
1946
1st Generation: Robert S. Landaal
Robert S. Landaal starts working at Atlas Box in Chicago for his father-in-law, Norbert Rennicke.
1955
1st Generation: Robert S. Landaal
Robert S. moves to Flint, Michigan, to work at Ottawa River Paper Company (now Meade Containers).
1959
1st Generation: Robert S. Landaal
Robert S. founds Flint Boxmakers.
1962
1st Generation: Robert S. Landaal
Robert S. establishes Flint Packaging.
1966
1st Generation: Robert S. Landaal
Delta Containers is founded by Robert S., creating a vertically integrated business model.
1986
1st Generation: Robert S. Landaal
Robert S. Landaal passes away, leaving the company to his sons.
1986
2nd Generation: The Landaal Brothers Expand Offerings
Robert R., Thomas, and Stephen Landaal take over the business.
1999
2nd Generation: The Landaal Brothers Expand Offerings
The three companies (Flint Boxmakers, Flint Packaging, and Delta Containers) are combined into Landaal Packaging Systems.
2005
2nd Generation: The Landaal Brothers Expand Offerings
Point of Purchase (POP) displays are added to the product line.
2009
2nd Generation: The Landaal Brothers Expand Offerings
Green Cell Foam technology is introduced.
2011
3rd Generation: Modernization and Further Expansion
The company becomes the exclusive manufacturer and distributor of POPTECH.
2015
3rd Generation: Modernization and Further Expansion
A multi-million dollar investment is made in POP displays, facilities & equipment.
2018
3rd Generation: Modernization and Further Expansion
3rd Generation, Robert B. Landaal (Bob) becomes president.
2021
3rd Generation: Modernization and Further Expansion
Acquisition of 100-year-old Westcott Displays expands the company’s capabilities and market presence.
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