Elmer's history

In 1957, the company added more children–twins, Larabee and Lobelia.

Consumer feedback confirmed a need for an easier to use delivery method, which prompted the company to develop easy to squeeze bottles featuring a twistable orange cap, introduced in 1962.

In 1968, Elmer's introduced Elmer's School Glue, the first white glue that washed out of clothes.

In response to teacher requests for an easier-to-use, no-mess bonding method, Elmer's introduced its line of glue sticks in 1983, easing application and reducing mess.

In 1989, Borden, Inc., and Toagosei America entered into a joint venture partnership to manufacture, sell and distribute cyanoacrylate and anaerobic adhesives under the Krazy Glue and Aron Alpha trademarks.

However, in 1990 Ashton Stull was honored by Georgia Tech and given their “Dream Maker Award” for his part in the development of Elmer’s Glue-All.

In 1991, Elmer's expanded into the kid's Arts and Crafts category with GluColors, colorful products designed especially for children.

In 1994, Borden was purchased by Kohlberg Kravis Roberts, and Elmer's was launched as a separate operating company.

In 2000, Elmer's acquired Ross Products, an expansion that helped accelerate product development beyond adhesives and into the world of creative arts and crafts.

In 2003 Berwind Corp. purchased Elmer's Products and merged them with the Hunt Corporation, the owners of the X-ACTO and Boston brands, uniting two of the leading companies in school, adult craft and office products together under the same ownership.