HISTORY

  • It was established in 1954 to manufacture containers and lids for laboratories.
    • 1960: It introduces blow molding containers (capacity up to 2 L).
    • 1972: It introduces the first plastic boxes.
    • 1981: It introduces the first jerry cans (Mauser)
    • 1982: It introduces plastic drums under the license by Mauser in Germany.
    • 1997: It introduces plastic bulk containers.
    • 1998: It introduces new plastic boxes for exportation of fruits and vegetables.
    • 1999: Chile introduces the first collapsible exportation box.
    • 2000-2002: Continuous improvement and new designs in exportation boxes.

    Leader in the Chilean plastic industry

    • Advanced technology
    • Turnover (US$ 30 MM)
    • Three plants
    • 400 employees
    • 31 injection machines
    • 13 blow molding machines

    Industrial line:

    • Boxes, pallets and plastic bulk containers.
    • Jerry cans, buckets and drums.

    Home line:

    • Household goods, furniture, transport.

    Wenco through time

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