Catalog Maped 2024

French company Maped specializes primarily in manufacturing various stationery products. It offers a wide range of products, including school supplies, office supplies, and tools for creative activities, designed for both amateurs and professionals. They also produce various accessories and even items such as food containers."

The name of this brand is an abbreviation that stands for "Manufacture d'Articles de Precision Et de Dessin," which translates from French as "Manufacturing of precision measuring and drawing devices". This accurately reflects what the manufacturer focused on in its early years. Maped's initial products were brass compasses and rulers, sold both individually and in sets. Founded in 1947, the company did not expand its range until 1985, when it introduced its first branded scissors. This was followed by pencils, erasers (in 1992, the company Mallat, specializing in erasers, was even acquired), sharpeners, and other stationery. Like its compasses, all these products were known for their high quality and were well received by consumers.

The expansion of its product range not only increased revenues but also allowed Maped to enter the global market. The company began opening subsidiaries and offices in various countries, including the USA, China, and Germany, while actively acquiring competitors (such as HELIT, HELIX, and several others). This strategy strengthened its position in the global market, making it one of the leading manufacturers of stationery products. Despite this growth, Maped remains a family-owned business, with its leadership actively involved in its development. The company engages in active research activities, continually expanding its product range and adhering to strict modern ecological standards.