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Company History

Our History

Hear from the 3rd and 4th generation as they discuss the companies history, from conception in 1915 to present day.

John & Hugh Dickson

John & Hugh Dickson

Founders

Back in 1915, John (pictured) founded the company with his brother Hugh.

Primarily manufacturing sandbags for the war, John & Hugh converted the business to selling hessian and jute sacks to various industries across the central belt of Scotland.

William Dickson

William Dickson

1955-2008

William joined the business at a young age and diversified the company into new product ranges. Introducing woven plastic fabric and importing from overseas, William provided an injection of inspiration which propelled the company through the 1900's

Alan Dickson

Alan Dickson

1985 - Present Day

Alan has over 40 years experience, joining at a young age and growing the company through the 90's and into the millennium. A true product expert with an old school approach, involved with managing selected customers and advising on operations, well tuned to his wealth of experience.

Bruce Dickson

Bruce Dickson

2017 - Present Day

Joining in 2017, now the 4th Generation of the business, Bruce has worked his way through every position of the organisation. Now he focusses on the day to day running of the company.

Product development, modernisation and growth strategy are key aspects to Bruce's role.

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