200 Years of Papermaking

Shortly after the War of 1812,  Paper Mill opens on the banks of the Contoocook River in Bennington, New Hampshire

The introduction of wood pulp to the paper manufacturing process. Fourdrinier papermaking machines installed at the Bennington Paper Mills where writing and blank book papers are produced

Due to a shortage of linen rags, a pulp mill is built on the property

The railroad extends its routes to Bennington, and new machinery is purchased considerably increasing the capacity of the mills

Colonel Pierce purchases Monadnock Paper Mills, constructs a new brick mill building, and greatly expands production capacity.

Monadnock acquires ownership of hydro facilities and dams, at that time supplying enough energy to run the mill and serve as backup for the town’s electrical power supply

Technical specialty and converting papers are developed. First non-integrated mill to install beta-scanning gauges

Capacity is increased via installation of a sectional electric drive

Monadnock develops and begins using new groundwater well to reduce burden on the river

Cross machine computer controls are installed on both machines to improve paper consistency. We are America’s oldest continuously operating paper mill.

Monadnock becomes ISO 9001 certified

Monadnock acquires a nonwoven melt blown manufacturing facility, expanding capabilities to include air and liquid filtration

Monadnock announces PC 100, setting the standard for premium 100 percent recycled content printing paper

Monadnock reduces fresh water consumption by half over the past 10 years

Monadnock becomes a Sustainable Forests Initiative program participant

Monadnock recycles 100 percent of short paper fiber waste as compost for agriculture

Monadnock Non-Wovens opens new facility in Mount Pocono adding significant operating space and room for extra calendaring processes

Monadnock Non-Wovens starts installation of fourth meltblown machine and major factory expansion

Monadnock becomes State of NH Green Leader, receives commendation from Governor for commitment to renewable energy

Monadnock Non-Wovens issues comprehensive media validation guide, completes 3-year facility expansion and output capacity; supplies media for sorbent media to help control oil spills in the Gulf of Mexico

Monadnock creates Envi Card Stock – a fiber-based alternative to PVC gift cards

Monadnock receives Manufacturing Leadership “Sustainability Leadership Award” for Envi Card Innovation

Monadnock Awarded the 2017 FSC Leadership Award for its commitment to responsible forestry.

The entire Monadnock family celebrates this important milestone. Here’s to the next 200 years.

Introducing Astrolite PC 100 Velvet C2S.

Monadnock Paper Mills, Inc. continues to operate without disruption despite the COVID-19 outbreak.

Monadnock developed the tree-free bright white premium board with a continued focus on both performance and sustainability. Recyclable Hemp Envi Performance Board is crafted in the United States, Forest Stewardship Council Certified (FSC® C018866), and composed of 30 percent hemp fiber and 70 percent post-consumer waste (PCW) recycled fiber.

ENVIsual, a range of poster board stocks to replace PVC and styrene in rigid and durable retail and hospitality signage launched.

Monadnock Paper Mills, Inc. joins as a patron of the Sustainable Green Printing Partnership, highlighting its environmental leadership and commitment to the industry’s growing sustainable supply chain.

Like all Envi Card Stock materials, Envi PC 100 Card is manufactured in the U.S. and is FSC® certified, manufactured carbon neutral (VERs), and made with 100 percent renewable Green-e certified wind-powered electricity (RECs) under a third-party certified ISO 14001 Environmental Management System.

The comprehensive report details the company’s ongoing commitment and metrics centered on its nine core values: Workplace Safety, Operating with Integrity, Quality Workmanship, Customer Respect, Employee Respect, Environmental Stewardship, Corporate Citizenship, Accountability, and Honest Communications.

Monadnock Paper Mills, Inc. honored with the NH Outstanding Forest Industry award at Sanborn Mills Farm in Loudon, New Hampshire on May 7, 2022

Received the 2022 Sustainability Award from the Association of International Metallizers, Coaters and Laminators (AIMCAL) for the company’s Envi PC 100 Card (The Paper Card)

This achievement places the company in the top eight percent of the 90,000 companies ranked by EcoVadis. The company has achieved a 30% increase in its performance level since earning a silver rating in its assessment in 2015.

Ultrahide is a high-performance, Forest Stewardship Council® Certified, 100 percent opaque blockout poster stock ideal for indoor retail, hospitality and event signage

Boulevard is an uncompromising moisture-resistant durable poster paper that is suitable for both indoor and short-term outdoor applications.

Pavilion PC 100 is made with 100 percent post-consumer recycled waste fiber, satisfying the demand for more sustainable paper choices. It’s the go-to paper stock for all indoor poster needs.