- Trust, Integrity, Honesty, and Respect
- We hold ourselves Accountable
- We care about our People and their Safety
- We care about our Customers
- Quality Products
- Innovation/Commitment to continuous improvement
- Passionate
- Employees take Ownership
Who Are We?
L&M Corrugated Container Corporation was established in 1979 in Zion, Illinois by Dick Lopes, a well-versed industry executive with prior experience working at a prominent Chicago packaging firm.
Since our founding, our family-operated business has experienced remarkable growth, expanding and upgrading our facilities with state-of-the-art equipment, cultivating a loyal clientele, and winning acclaim and respect along the way. Passed down through generations, Steve Lopes, the founder’s son, led the company for many years. Having played a significant role in the company while working alongside his father, Steven Lopes, Richard’s grandson now serves as the President and CEO of L&M.
Today, L&M operates two advanced manufacturing plants in Wisconsin, based in Platteville and Pleasant Prairie. With immense coverage throughout Southern Wisconsin, Northern Illinois, and parts of Northern Iowa, we operate daily routes to Milwaukee, Madison, Chicago, and Dubuque.
Each year, L&M converts an average of 500 million square feet of corrugated packaging. Behind this large number are our more than 130 skilled employees, focused on providing exceptional packaging solutions.
At L&M, our customers come first. We embody a proactive, can-do attitude and are committed to doing whatever it takes to meet the needs of our clients. At our company’s core, we value integrity, honesty, hard work, accountability, and respect, which guide us in delivering high-quality products and services. Dedicated to continuous improvement and innovation, we seek to exceed the expectations of our customers and maintain our standing as a trusted leader in the industry.
Our Core Values
Our Quality Policy
To maximize our value through Innovation, Quality, and On Time Delivery, with a commitment to comply with applicable requirements and the continual improvement of the Quality Management System.
Our Leaders
L&M Corrugated Container Corporation is a family-owned business that was founded by Dick Lopes in 1979 on the principle that every client is always the number one priority.
– Dick Lopes, President (1979-2006)
“We are passionate about packaging. As a leader in technology, efficiency, and customer service, we are your best choice. We’re family-owned, forward-thinking, and do whatever it takes.”
– Steve Lopes, President (2006-2023)
“My favorite part of leading L&M is watching the growth of our employees. Watching someone grow their skill and impact both professionally and personally is what drives this passionate family business.”
– Steven Lopes, President (2023-Present)
Our History
1979
L&M Corrugated Container Corporation was established in 1979 in Zion, Illinois by Dick Lopes, a well-versed industry executive with prior experience working at a prominent Chicago packaging firm.
2006
L&M expanded its operations westward to Platteville, WI. Equipped with the EMBA 245 Flexo Folder Gluer, the Platteville facility allowed L&M to serve new and existing markets in and around the area. Passed down through generations, Steve Lopes, the founder’s son, led the company for many years.
2011
Due to growth in the company, L&M’s Platteville location underwent a major remodel and had a large office addition.
2012
The purchase and installation of a J&L gluer at the Zion, IL plant enhanced our ability to glue specialty cartons.
2013
Due to growth and improvement, we moved our Zion, IL manufacturing operations to Pleasant Prairie, WI.
2014
To expand and improve production at the Platteville facility, a new machine, the Baysek C170, was purchased and installed. The Baysek is a quick setup machine that die cuts, strips, and stacks in one operation.
2015
L&M purchased and installed the EMBA 170 Flexo Folder Gluer (Mini) for the Pleasant Prairie location.
2016
A warehouse was added at the Platteville location to help with expanding sales.
2017
L&M purchased two robots for the EMBA 245 and McKinley Die Cutter machines.
2019
The Platteville location installed the Apstar machine to help amplify production. Additionally, L&M’s Fox Valley location in Kimberly, WI opened as a Sales and Design Center.
2022
The Platteville location underwent a fourth addition and a second EMBA 245 machine with a robot and load turner was purchased and installed.
2023
Having played a significant roles in the company while working alongside his father, Steve Lopes, Steven Lopes, Dick’s grandson, became President of L&M.
2024
Steven Lopes assumed the roled of CEO and the Pleasant Prairie location added a Göpfert RDC HBL-DRS, a 5-color rotary machine with a dual die cutter; the first of its kind in the nation.