Daco

Overview

DACO Corporation is a material handling and packaging solutions provider specializing in industrial containers, plastic pallets, warehouse racking, steel mezzanines, modular offices, lift tables, and anti-fatigue matting. It primarily serves food processors, growers, fishing, and agricultural markets in Washington, Oregon, and Alaska, with about 80% of business in that region.¹³

History

DACO Corporation was founded in 1972 by Dick Anderson as the Dick Anderson Company from his home in Bellevue, Washington, initially targeting fishing and agricultural markets in the Pacific Northwest. His son John joined later that year as a 50% owner, and the company expanded to food processing clients across Washington, Oregon, and Alaska. It relocated to a 93,000-square-foot facility in Kent, Washington, which opened around 2013.¹³

Product Lines

Manufacturing

Products are sourced and distributed from the company's 93,000-square-foot facility in Kent, Washington, which houses corporate offices and warehouse operations. Specific manufacturing details for items like plastic pallets and steel mezzanines are not specified, suggesting a mix of in-house assembly and supplier partnerships.³⁴

Notable Products

• Plastic Pallets - Reusable pallets designed for industrial shipping and storage.
• Industrial Steel Shelving - Heavy-duty racking for warehouse pallet storage.
• Steel Mezzanines - Custom platforms to expand vertical storage space.
• Modular Office Buildings - Flexible in-facility offices for administrative use.
• Lift Tables - Ergonomic tables for safe material elevation.

Reputation

DACO is viewed as a reliable regional supplier for material handling needs in the Pacific Northwest, particularly by food and agricultural sectors. It maintains operations for over 50 years but lacks BBB accreditation, with limited public reviews available.¹⁶