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1961 - Now
65 Years of Industrial Shelving Systems
From automotive parts storage to industrial systems and warehouse automation, our story has always been about helping customers optimize their space through storage and material handling solutions.
- 1961 Automotive
- 1978 Industrial
- 2020 Warehouse Automation
Three Generations. One Commitment.
A legacy built around better storage
What began with automotive dealership parts storage grew into a nationwide resource for material handling solutions. Through every generation and every new division, the goal has stayed the same: understand the challenge, find the right solution, and stand behind the work.
Our Timeline
Built one solution at a time
Scroll through the milestones that shaped Industrial Shelving Systems and watch as Automotive, Industrial, and Warehouse Automation become part of our story.
1961
Where the story begins
Dan Donovan incorporates Siggins Bin Systems with a focus on automotive parts storage, laying the foundation for what becomes Industrial Shelving Systems.
Automotive Parts Storage
1966
Dick Compton joins the team
Dick Compton is hired to lead automotive dealership parts storage sales and help Dan Donovan run the growing business.
Automotive Parts Storage
1975
A new name for a growing company
Siggins Bin Systems changes its name to Industrial Shelving Systems, reflecting a broader vision for the storage challenges the company can solve.
Automotive Parts Storage
1980
The Industrial Storage Division
The Industrial Storage Division is formed to serve manufacturers, warehouses, utility companies, power plants, and other facilities with demanding storage needs.
Industrial Storage
1986
A new chapter of ownership
Dick Compton officially purchases Industrial Shelving Systems from Dan Donovan and carries the company forward with a commitment to customers, employees, and trusted product lines.
Automotive + Industrial
1987
Dan Compton joins the business
Dan Compton is hired to lead automotive dealership parts storage sales while Dick focuses on running the company.
Automotive Parts Storage
1992
Mike Compton joins operations
Mike Compton joins Industrial Shelving Systems to work in operations as the company adds a resale division, expanding its ability to serve distributors and other business partners.
Operations + Resale
1994
A move to Kirkwood
Industrial Shelving Systems moves from Crestwood, Missouri, into its current facility in Kirkwood, creating new room for the company, team, and capabilities to grow.
Company Growth
1995
The second generation leads
Dan Compton takes over running Industrial Shelving Systems, marking the second generation of family leadership.
Second Generation
2002
A new sales frontier
Dan Compton recognizes the internet as a valuable sales frontier and spearheads the creation of industrialshelving.com, the company's first ecommerce and informational website, giving customers a new way to explore its expertise, products, and services.
Ecommerce
2013
Tom Compton joins the team
Tom Compton joins the company as an account manager with a focus on the Industrial Division, bringing the third generation into the business.
Industrial Storage
2020
Warehouse Automation is added
The Warehouse Automation Division, ISS Material Handling, is formed to provide automated storage and retrieval systems, conveyor solutions, and a new level of facility efficiency.
Warehouse Automation
2022
The third generation takes the lead
Tom Compton takes over as president, continuing the family's commitment to dependable solutions, lasting partnerships, and thoughtful innovation.
Third Generation2026
65 years - and still building
Today, Industrial Shelving Systems brings Automotive, Industrial, and Warehouse Automation expertise together to help customers solve complex storage and material handling challenges across the country.
The Story ContinuesWhat can we help you solve next?
Our history is measured in years, but our work is measured in solutions that make facilities safer, smarter, and more efficient.