History

In 1952, the "Acme Pak" Company was formed to fill a need to package precision instruments. After World War II, it was determined that over 40 percent of war materials shipped overseas were damaged or rendered useless due to improper packaging.

Originally formed as a division of Acme Pak, the first Anvil cases were designed for traveling musicians who, in the mid 1950's, turned to electric instruments and sound systems, which were far more prone to damage in transit than their acoustic predecessors.

Anvil quickly became, and still is today, the number one name in protection for musicians on the go.

Founded by the Vallas Family, Anvil quickly became synonymous with traveling musicians due to its proximity to the Los Angeles area and its timing with the birth of Rock & Roll. Having experienced tremendous growth, the Vallasses decided the timing was right to sell the company and venture into new areas for themselves. In 1976 Wayne Thompson, a CPA, whose background provided him with the knowledge to continue to grow the company, purchased Anvil. Expanding into markets such as video, aerospace, film, military and commercial applications. Thompson solidly positioned Anvil as the industry leader. In 1988 Anvil was sold to ZERO Corporation, a public company specializing in packaging of all types for the electronics industry. At first an ideal fit, Anvil became less than a true fit in the mid 90's when the business began to involve much more custom manufacturing and fewer standard cases. In May 1996, The Calzone Case Company purchased Anvil Cases. Led by founder and president Joe Calzone, the Anvil Case Division began its resurgence as the acknowledged world leader. Combined with the three Calzone manufacturing facilities throughout the USA, the Calzone/Anvil team represents the largest fabricated case manufacturer in the world.

Anvil products are sold throughout the Country and around the World. Our design and sales staff is the largest and most experienced in the industry. Anvil's dedication to Customer Service and Satisfaction and its nationwide network of Sales Representatives allow Anvil to custom design cases to meet virtually any requirement or deadline.

From heavy-duty transit to lightweight carrying cases, Anvil manufactures a comprehensive line of cases to meet the demands of the many markets it serves.