1950's
OUR HISTORY
The decade when it all began. In 1956, plans were laid for what is today Paragon Nordic. We didn't have any manufacturing at the time, but the plans were substantial for the land in Vallentuna, north of Stockholm—to build a factory for production.
1960's
FIRST MANUFACTURING UNIT
In 1962, the first factory building was in place. Compared to today's production, the business was limited, focusing solely on the manufacturing of aerosols. The original building from 1962 is still in use but has expanded over the years.
1960's
FIRST MANUFACTURING UNIT
In 1962, the first factory building was in place. Compared to today's production, the business was limited, focusing solely on the manufacturing of aerosols. The original building from 1962 is still in use but has expanded over the years.
1970's
GROWTH
The company is well appreciated, and the product portfolio and capacity grow every year. At the same time, the debate surrounding the use of ozone-hazardous gases began to appear on the agenda both in Sweden and internationally. Sweden was the first to ban CFC substances in 1978, and we had already stopped using them before that. As one of the first to actively develop products with the environment in mind paid off, and the company grew! Founders Ivar Harnebring, Peter Löwenberg, and Bruno Löwenberg were active in all business aspects, from developing products to managing the economy and participating in production. They all worked at the company until retiring.
1970's
GROWTH
The company is well appreciated, and the product portfolio and capacity grow every year. At the same time, the debate surrounding the use of ozone-hazardous gases began to appear on the agenda both in Sweden and internationally. Sweden was the first to ban CFC substances in 1978, and we had already stopped using them before that. As one of the first to actively develop products with the environment in mind paid off, and the company grew! Founders Ivar Harnebring, Peter Löwenberg, and Bruno Löwenberg were active in all business aspects, from developing products to managing the economy and participating in production. They all worked at the company until retiring.
1980's
WE EXPAND
During the 1980s, aerosols and hair spray became an even more trendy product format, and our development continued. We also worked with chemical-technical products in spray form and household products like starch. Some products have been so popular that we still manufacture them to this day! We continued to develop products with alternative gases to the banned CFC and followed international developments as more bans were discussed and later introduced. At the same time, we expanded the factory and the original building with more production lines and warehouse space.
1980's
WE EXPAND
During the 1980s, aerosols and hair spray became an even more trendy product format, and our development continued. We also worked with chemical-technical products in spray form and household products like starch. Some products have been so popular that we still manufacture them to this day! We continued to develop products with alternative gases to the banned CFC and followed international developments as more bans were discussed and later introduced. At the same time, we expanded the factory and the original building with more production lines and warehouse space.
1990's
A ROYAL VISIT
As the load on the factory increased, the owners chose to acquire a second factory in 1992, located in Eket, just outside Örkeljunga. That same year, His Royal Highness King Karl XVI Gustav and Her Royal Highness Queen Silvia visited the Vallentuna site. It was a much-appreciated visit by the staff, who proudly introduced our business.
1990's
A ROYAL VISIT
As the load on the factory increased, the owners chose to acquire a second factory in 1992, located in Eket, just outside Örkeljunga. That same year, His Royal Highness King Karl XVI Gustav and Her Royal Highness Queen Silvia visited the Vallentuna site. It was a much-appreciated visit by the staff, who proudly introduced our business.
2000's
NEW PRODUCTION ABROAD AND INCREASED SPECIALIZATION
Operations continue to grow rapidly, attracting clients from a larger geographical area. As we grow through a new factory, we choose to place it in Vilnius to get closer to the Baltic and Russian markets. The specialization of the different factories also enters the next phase, and we introduce GMP for cosmetics at the Vallentuna production facility. From this point, only cosmetic products are produced in Vallentuna, while chemical-technical and household products are made in Eket and Vilnius. At this point, we are also expanding with more resources and competence in regulatory affairs and product development!
2000's
NEW PRODUCTION ABROAD AND INCREASED SPECIALIZATION
Operations continue to grow rapidly, attracting clients from a larger geographical area. As we grow through a new factory, we choose to place it in Vilnius to get closer to the Baltic and Russian markets. The specialization of the different factories also enters the next phase, and we introduce GMP for cosmetics at the Vallentuna production facility. From this point, only cosmetic products are produced in Vallentuna, while chemical-technical and household products are made in Eket and Vilnius. At this point, we are also expanding with more resources and competence in regulatory affairs and product development!
2010's
NEW NAME AND EXPANSION TO NORWAY
In 2016, Aerosol Scandinavia changed its name to the name we know today, Paragon Nordic. A name change had been discussed for a long time as we had produced more than just aerosols for many years, but the name still expressed that our business was limited to one type of packaging format. With the new name, we aim to convey our breadth and focus on quality even better, as Paragon means role model. In 2015, we also had the great pleasure of welcoming Norosol in Skarnes to the Paragon family.
2010's
NEW NAME AND EXPANSION TO NORWAY
In 2016, Aerosol Scandinavia changed its name to the name we know today, Paragon Nordic. A name change had been discussed for a long time as we had produced more than just aerosols for many years, but the name still expressed that our business was limited to one type of packaging format. With the new name, we aim to convey our breadth and focus on quality even better, as Paragon means role model. In 2015, we also had the great pleasure of welcoming Norosol in Skarnes to the Paragon family.
2020's
INNOVATION AND NEW PRODUCT TYPES
We continuously work on modernizing and streamlining our facilities. Examples include a new manufacturing line for producing hair waxes, shampoos, and conditioners. Innovation is essential to us, and our teams in product development, environmental impact, and quality assurance are expanding as these areas become increasingly vital for us, our clients, and end consumers.
2020's
INNOVATION AND NEW PRODUCT TYPES
We continuously work on modernizing and streamlining our facilities. Examples include a new manufacturing line for producing hair waxes, shampoos, and conditioners. Innovation is essential to us, and our teams in product development, environmental impact, and quality assurance are expanding as these areas become increasingly vital for us, our clients, and end consumers.