Dragon Poland is a leading manufacturer of construction, automotive, and household chemicals in Poland. The company's offer includes over 400 types of products, which are distributed throughout Poland to construction and grocery chains, wholesalers, and retail stores. They are available at 5,000 points throughout Poland, both under own and foreign brands. The company also exports its products to several countries in Europe and Asia.
1972
THE BEGINNING OF DRAGON COMPANY
The history of Dragon Company began on November 12, 1972, when Zofia and Kazimierz Czekaj decided to take a risk and start their own business, giving up their previous jobs. At the time, Kazimierz Czekaj was an assistant at the Cracow University of Technology, and Zofia Czekaj worked in the technology department of the Wawel factory in Cracow.
1976
DESIGNING A LINE FOR SUEDING PAPER AND MATERIAL
Kazimierz developed the technology and, based on his own design, constructed a line for suede finishing of paper and fabric. This device was an innovative solution that used a high-intensity electrostatic field to accelerate the flock (short colored cotton fibers) to a speed that allowed it to be deposited on the surface of a fabric coated with glue, prepared according to an original recipe. The Czekajs shared their responsibilities. Zofia was responsible for trade and distribution, while Kazimierz managed and improved the production process. The materials produced at that time were unique and rare, which is why they quickly gained recognition among customers. A period of dynamic growth began for the company.
1976
START OF CHRISTMAS TREE DECORATION PRODUCTION
The company develops another groundbreaking device for covering molded parts with suede. The Czekaj family begins producing Christmas tree baubles covered with suede in various colors. They are very popular, including at the Poznań Trade Fair. The demand for the materials produced was so high that queues formed in front of the factory. This period marked a rapid increase in sales and further development of the company.
1981
THE CREATION OF BUNAPREN ADHESIVE FROM BUNA RUBBER
There were increasing shortages of cotton, which was used to produce flock and other materials. The Czekaj family decided to switch industries. Based on their experience in suede production, they began manufacturing adhesives. Their first adhesive, called “Bunapren,” was made from Buna rubber.
1983
ESTABLISHMENT OF THE COMPANY'S HEADQUARTERS IN SZCZYGLICE
The company moves to new headquarters in Szczyglice near Cracow. This allows it to expand its product range. Production of solvents begins, and new, improved formulas for adhesives are introduced.
1989
THE ORIGIN OF THE DRAGON NAME AND TRADEMARK
A new company name is chosen in a family vote. Referring to the legendary Wawel Dragon, the DRAGON brand is created, along with a logo featuring a distinctive black dragon on an orange background, symbolizing power, strength, and energy.
1992
START OF AEROSOL PRODUCTION AT DRAGON COMPANY
Purchase of aerosol production equipment from a leading Swiss machine manufacturer. This enabled the expansion of the product range to include spray paints, lubricants, and varnishes.
1995
FIRST EXPORT CONTRACTS AND THE START OF COOPERATION WITH FOOD CHAINS
The first contracts for the export of polymer adhesive to foreign markets have been signed. Cooperation with construction and grocery chains emerging in Poland has also begun.
1997
EXPANSION OF THE OFFER
Dragon is expanding its range to include solvents in metal containers and DIY adhesives in tubes and blister packs.
1999
OPENING OF THE COMPANY'S NEW HEADQUARTERS IN CRACOW
Opening of the company's new headquarters at Powstania Listopadowego Street in Cracow, in a modern office and warehouse complex with full logistics facilities.
2003
FIRE AT THE PRODUCTION PLANT
The year 2003 will long be remembered as a year of trials and great challenges. In May, the production plant was destroyed in a fire. Once again, the founders had to face a difficult decision. Many years of experience, knowledge, and above all, the joint efforts of the entire family led to the reconstruction of the production facilities and the astonishingly rapid re-accumulation of all resources.
2005
INTRODUCTION OF NEW PRODUCT GROUPS
In response to customer expectations, Dragon introduced new product groups to its range. Production of emulsion paints and enamels began. To meet growing market demands, the company launched an automation program.
2012
DRAGON FOUNDERS TRANSFER THE COMPANY TO THEIR SONS MICHAŁ AND PIOTR. THE COMPANY CHANGES ITS NAME TO DRAGON POLAND.
On the 40th anniversary of the company's founding, its founders, Zofia and Kazimierz Czekaj, handed over DRAGON to their sons, Piotr and Michał. At the same time, the company changed its name to Dragon Poland.
2014
DYNAMIC GROWTH
Alongside the leading DRAGON brand, new, now well-recognized brands such as Sentic and Pomoc Domowa are appearing, and the Pikko brand is also being developed. To meet customer needs, the production of dedicated brands and third-party brands is also being launched. The company's product range is expanded with new products such as sealants, impregnants, primers, wood painting and protection products, paints, and cleaning agents. The company is dynamically expanding its presence on international markets.
2016
LAYING THE CORNERSTONE OF THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE NEW HEADQUARTERS OF DRAGON POLAND IN SKAWINA
In June 2016, construction began on a new office, warehouse, and production center in the Skawina Economic Zone. The construction of the process installations involved the use of 12 kilometers of steel pipes, 80 kilometers of various types of wires and cables, 700 solenoid valves, 500 meters of conveyors, 300 different sensors, and 45 electronic controllers.
2017
45TH ANNIVERSARY OF DRAGON POLAND
During the gala celebrating the 45th anniversary of Dragon Poland, the company's new headquarters in Skawina were officially opened. The red ribbon was cut by the President of Poland, Andrzej Duda, together with the company's management board. The new facility uses innovative technologies based on individual knowledge and experience or developed in cooperation with institutions and specialists from various fields of science. The new facilities have increased production efficiency and improved the quality and comfort of work. The plant's production capacity has increased significantly, enabling the loading of approximately 480,000 pallets per year, which translates into over 15,000 trucks. Innovative and unique technological lines installed at the plant have enabled the annual production of: 50,000,000 bottles of solvent, 14,000,000 tubes of glue, and 20,000,000 5-liter cans of wall primers, solvents, or wood impregnants. Out of concern for the environment, all systems and technical solutions installed at the plant have ensured a reduction in CO2 emissions of approximately 15% compared to traditional production methods.
2021
OPENING NEW SALES CHANNELS
Dragon Poland is reaching out to small retail stores with its offer and launching online sales, making Dragon products even more accessible to DIY enthusiasts.
2022
50TH ANNIVERSARY OF DRAGON POLAND
New investments carried out together with the Cracow Technology Park as part of the Polish Investment Zone enable the purchase and modernization of machinery, automation of production processes, and retrofitting of quality control and research and development laboratories with modern equipment, allowing the company to improve efficiency in these areas.