About Georgia-Pacific Professional
95 years of innovation in professional hygiene solutions
Georgia-Pacific Professional (GP PRO) is one of the world's largest manufacturers and marketers of dispensing systems and away-from-home tissue products.
Since our founding in 1927, we have built a reputation for delivering innovative, high-quality products that help facilities maintain superior hygiene standards while optimizing operational efficiency. Our comprehensive portfolio serves healthcare, education, foodservice, office, and industrial markets across North America and beyond.
As part of Koch Industries since 2005, we combine nearly a century of industry expertise with the resources and long-term investment philosophy of one of America's largest private companies. This enables us to continually invest in product innovation, sustainable practices, and customer service excellence.
Owen Robertson Cheatham founded Georgia Hardwood Lumber Company in Augusta, Georgia, with initial capitalization of $12,000. The company operated a single sawmill processing 50,000 board feet daily.
Acquired Crossett Lumber Company, entering the pulp and paper business. This marked our expansion beyond lumber into consumer and commercial paper products that would define our future.
Created Georgia-Pacific Professional division to focus exclusively on away-from-home tissue and dispensing solutions, recognizing the unique needs of commercial and institutional markets.
$11 billion acquisition of Fort James expanded our tissue business and added iconic brands including Brawny® and Quilted Northern®. Deal completed November 2000, creating the world's largest tissue producer.
Acquired by Koch Industries for $21 billion (transaction closed December 23, 2005). This partnership provided long-term stability and resources to accelerate innovation and sustainability investments.
Introduced revolutionary automated paper towel dispensers with touch-free operation, controlled dispensing, and stub roll features that reduced waste by up to 30%.
Significantly broadened our sustainable product portfolio with 100% recycled fiber options across tissue, towel, and napkin categories. EcoLogo certification obtained March 2019.
Launched IoT-enabled dispensers with real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance alerts, and usage analytics. Pilot program deployed across 250 facilities June-December 2024.
Quality management systems certified at all manufacturing facilities (certified by Bureau Veritas, last audited October 2024)
Environmental management systems at 42 production facilities (ongoing certification maintained since 2011)
Chain of custody certification covering 87% of tissue production capacity (certificate valid through March 2025)
Food safety certification for products suitable for food contact surfaces (audited annually, Grade A status)
Complete list of facility-specific certifications available upon request
Our reputation is built on consistent product quality and continuous innovation. Every product undergoes rigorous testing to ensure it meets our stringent performance standards.
We succeed by helping our customers succeed. Every decision is guided by how it will benefit the facilities and end-users we serve.
We pursue excellence in product quality, customer service, and operational efficiency through continuous improvement.
We operate with transparency and accountability, building trust through honest communication and ethical business practices.
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