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Our Story

Our story began with a simple innovation, a fireproof metal wastebasket for offices.

Looking back, it’s clear our company has always been about looking forward. Our past, present and future are all about turning insights into innovations that unlock the promise of people at work and make the world a better place.

So now step back in time. Discover the many turning points in our history that together reveal the bigger picture of who we are and where we’re headed. Our story, our future, is just beginning.

We unlock human promise.

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Peter M. Wege and 11 investors form Metal Office Furniture Co. in a city known for wood furniture.
1912
MOFC Incorporated
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The Multiple 15 concept becomes "the most important contribution to modern office planning.”
1946
Multiple 15 Desk Introduced
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Steelcase is designated the world’s largest manufacturer of office furniture.
1968
World's Largest Manufacturer
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The State of Michigan awards Steelcase for restoring the Prairie Ecosystem surrounding the CDC.
1989
Environmental Excellence Award
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Since 1912 we’ve made community support initiatives around the world an integral part of our operations.
2011
Community Support

1955

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