Smith McDonald Corporation: Excellence in Executive Office Accessories Since 1889
Established in 1889, Smith McDonald Corporation specializes in high-quality executive desk and office accessories. With historical roots in Buffalo, NY, the company has continually evolved through collaborations and innovative product development. Our diverse product range includes conference pads, desk pads, and waste receptacles, crafted from premium materials like metals and leathers. We serve various environments, including corporate offices and government facilities, ensuring both functionality and style. Trust Smith McDonald for quality craftsmanship and attention to detail in your office needs.
Smith McDonald Corporation: Excellence in Executive Office Accessories Since 1889
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www.smithmcdonald.com •info@smithmcdonald.com • Historical Highlights – Smith Metal Arts • 1889 - Established in Buffalo, NY by Otto Heintz • Manufactured Vases, Bowls, Candlesticks, Lamps, Picture Frames, and Jewelry in precious and semi-precious metals • 1930’s - Association with silversmith Peter Muller-Munk • Development of desk accessories & accoutrements, in Art Deco Motif • SMA Silver Crest • 1960’s - Collaboration with Skidmore, Owings and Merrill • Development of the 202 Mirror Aluminum Series, the de facto standard architectural & design specification for contemporary offices in the US • On permanent display at the Museum of Modern Art (MOMA) in NYC • 1980’s – Collaboration with William Sklaroff Design Associates, Philadelphia, PA • Most current collections, including Radius One, Radius Two, and Arc
www.smithmcdonald.com •info@smithmcdonald.com • Historical Highlights – McDonald Products • 1930 - Established in Buffalo, NY by Edward McDonald • Manufactured ornamental smoking stands, pipe racks, humidors, ashtrays, and silent butlers, sold primarily in gift shops • 1934 - Developed the scissor-action Duk-It Ashtray • One of the company’s most well-known products • Also introduced the Bean Bag Ashtray, selling in excess of one million units a year • 1961 - Shifted focus to office-oriented products • Introduced metal and plastic desk accessory lines • 1986 - Acquired by Smith Metal Arts, one of their fiercest competitors • Led to the formation of Smith McDonald Corporation, world’s foremost manufacturer of executive desk and office accessories.
www.smithmcdonald.com •info@smithmcdonald.com • Range of Products: • Conference Pads • Desk Pads • Desk Accessories • Waste Receptacles • Planters
www.smithmcdonald.com •info@smithmcdonald.com • Material Options: • Metals • Aluminum • Brass • Stainless Steel • Bronze • Leather • Standard • COL • ABS Plastic
www.smithmcdonald.com •info@smithmcdonald.com • Environments Served: • Executive Offices • Management Offices • Workstations • Conference Centers • Hospitality • Healthcare • Education • Casinos • Government
www.smithmcdonald.com •info@smithmcdonald.com Conference Pads & Accessories:
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www.smithmcdonald.com •info@smithmcdonald.com Paper-Flow Management:“Productivity Begins Where the Paper Trail Ends”!
www.smithmcdonald.com •info@smithmcdonald.com The Smith McDonald Difference… Quality and Attention to Detail…
www.smithmcdonald.com •info@smithmcdonald.com Where You’ll Find Our Products: Most Major Fortune 500 Companies Small & Medium Sized Businesses Wall Street Federal and State Government Facilities Military Bases International Firms Hotels and Conference Centers Motion Picture Sets Petrochemical Companies …in other words, everywhere!
www.smithmcdonald.com •info@smithmcdonald.com Ways to reach us, or to learn more: • By Mail: 1270 Niagara Street, Buffalo, NY 14213 • By Phone: (800) 753-8548 or (716) 362-8960 • By Fax: (716) 362-8963 • By email: info@smithmcdonald.com • On the web: www.smithmcdonald.com Attending Neocon World’sTrade Fair 2010? Be sure to visit usin showroom 318A !June 14th - 16th, 2010Merchandise Mart, Chicago, IL
www.smithmcdonald.com •info@smithmcdonald.com Good Things to Know! • We are a registered GSA Contractor: • Contract No. GS-02F-0134P – Desk & Office Accessories • Contract No. GS-07F-5595P – Waste Receptacles & Wastebaskets • For detailed information on our GSA Contracts, call us or visit us on the web at http://www.smithmcdonald.com/gsa.htm • Custom Product Capabilities – “We’re all about being flexible to meet your needs” • Custom Sized or shaped Desk/Conference Pads • Embossing or engraving • Corporate or Executive Gifts • Paint Color Matching • Custom Leathers • All of our products are proudly handcrafted in the USA!!
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