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History

Experience. Quality. Results.

Established in 1935 as F. C. Goebel & Son Cabinet Shop, our focus was on quality and service. Today, four generations later, that small shop is 117,500 square feet of manufacturing and warehouse space with 75 employees rooted in a strong Midwestern work ethic continuing to provide superior products and customer service.

Goebel Fixture Company fosters a culture of:

  • Trust
    Foundation of all relationships
  • Respect
    Earned by our actions every day
  • Integrity
    Always do what is right
  • Empowerment
    Encouraging employees to achieve their personal best
  • Commitment
    Achieved through purpose, passion and pride

Goebel Fixture Company: A Timeline

  • 1935

    Fred Goebel has a dream…

    goebel-1Fred Goebel uses his excellent woodworking skills to do small repairs for the community and starts making custom-built cabinetry.
  • 1938

    Humble Beginnings

    Goebel's Cabinet ShopFred Goebel and his sons, Virgil and Harvey, open F.C. Goebel & Son Cabinet Shop – a kitchen cabinet and fix-it shop in Hutchinson, MN.
  • 1952

    New name, new focus…

    The company changes its name to Goebel Fixture Company and sells its kitchen cabinet business to focus on store and bank fixtures.
  • 1955

    Passing the torch…

    Fred Goebel passes away, leaving the business to his sons Virgil & Harvey.
  • 1964

    Continuing Tradition…

    Harvey passes away, leaving Virgil to manage the business.
  • 1966

    A period of growth…

    The company is incorporated and earns a well-established reputation in the department store industry.
  • 1973

    Providing employment opportunities…

    Goebel TruckGoebel Fixture Company grows to 63 employees and begins to produce knife blocks for Chicago Cutlery.
  • 1985

    Celebrating our 50th Anniversary!

    The Company celebrates its 50th Anniversary. Employee count is 133 with 300 additional employees working at job sites across the United States.
  • 1999

    Reinventing our brand…

    Through in-depth strategic planning, Goebel Fixture Company reinvents itself – focusing the business on the high-end specialty retail market.
  • 2004

    Reaching new heights…

    The new focus of the Company results in sales topping $25 million. The knife block production line is shut down after 7 million blocks are produced.
  • 2007

    Expanded capabilities…

    The Company expands its capabilities to include vendor shops, in-house metal and international projects.
  • 2012

    4th Generation CEO…

    Matthew Field CEO4th Generation Matthew Field takes on new role as Chief Executive Officer.
  • 2015

    Celebrating our 80th Anniversary!

    The company celebrates its 80th anniversary. Employee count is 150 employees.
  • 2016

    SHOP! Hall of Fame Award…

    Virgil's Hall of Fame InductionAfter five decades of executive leadership, Virgil Goebel is inducted into the Hall of Fame for his substantial imprint on the industry.
  • Now

    A bright future…

    Goebel’s strategic focus has expanded to service luxury retail, hospitality and multi-family clients. The company has defined customer service as its mission and differentiation. Goebel will continue to provide superior solutions and remain committed to our clients.
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528 Dale Street

SW Hutchinson, MN 55350

320.587.2112

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