About Larkin Industries
In 1976, Mike and Lynn Larkin started a print finishing business in their one-car garage. From this humble beginning, they achieved success and have grown the company to its present size while accumulating an impressive list of credentials. They remain active in the business today, along with several other family members.
The Company Today
- Established in 1976
- 50,000 square-foot facility (Two additions)
- Controlled access with camera surveillance
- 45 – 65 Employees
- Privately owned (Active ownership)
- ISO Certification
- Financially sound
Awards and Recognition
- Printing Impressions Gold Ink Awards — Silver, Bronze and Pewter
- International Gallery of Superb Printing — Gold, Silver, Bronze and Pewter
- FSEA Expressions of Excellence — Silver and Bronze
- PIM Star of Excellence — Best of Class
- U.S. Business Administration — Small Business of the Year
- Entrepreneur of the Year Award
Environmental
- FSC Chain-of-Custody material handling
- Energy efficiency programs and facility upgrades
- Printing Industry of Minnesota — Great Printer environmental certification
- Certified recycling and waste reduction program
- MN Pollution Control Agency water quality certification
- Recognized by Small Business Environmental Assistance Program
Association Memberships
- ISO 9001:2015 – Certification for Quality
- Printing Industry Midwest
- Great Lakes Graphics Association
- Foil & Specialty Effects Association
- Printing Industry of Minnesota — Great Printer environmental certification
- International Association of Diecutting and Diemaking
- Central Minnesota Manufacturers Association
- Midwest Manufacturers’ Association
- Tri-State Manufacturers’ Association
- Arrowhead Manufacturers & Fabricators Association
- Printing Industries of America
- St. Paul – Midway Chamber of Commerce
