In 1967, GML was established with a clear vision: to provide high-quality diecut shapes of release papers for the food and self-adhesive tape industries. What started as a specialized service in a modest facility would lay the foundation for decades of growth and innovation.
The Early Years
The die-cutting service quickly found its niche in the market, providing precision-cut release papers for food packaging and self-adhesive tape interleaving. This technical expertise became the cornerstone of GML's reputation for quality and precision.
Evolution in the 1970s
By the early 1970s, the business had evolved to include gaskets and joints for plumbing and heating equipment suppliers and manufacturers. This diversification demonstrated GML's ability to adapt its technical capabilities to new market opportunities.
The Second Generation
The late 1970s marked a significant transition as the second generation took over management of GML. With fresh perspectives and ambitious plans, they began evolving the paper converting part of the business to include products for Industrial and Retail Packaging, setting the stage for the explosive growth that would follow in the 1980s.