Ingvar Kamprad by drying out three times a year". According to an interview with TSR, the Swiss TV broadcaster, Kamprad drove a 1993 Volvo 240, flew only economy class, and encouraged IKEA employees to use both sides of pieces of paper. He reportedly recycled tea bags and was known to pocket the salt and pepper packets at restaurants. Kamprad had also been known to visit IKEA for a "cheap meal". He was known for purchasing Christmas paper and presents in post-Christmas sales. The company he created is still known for the attention it gives to cost control, operational details and continuous product
Pelican Products Pelican Products Pelican Products is an American multinational company that designs and manufactures portable lighting systems, temperature controlled packaging and protective cases. Their products are used in many industries including military, law enforcement, fire safety and consumer entertainment. Pelican is based in Torrance, California, and operates offices internationally. Pelican Products was founded in Torrance, California, in 1975 by David and Arline Parker as a mail-order home business. It was David Parker's desire to "develop unique and practical products for the dive market." Company history: The combined company has more than 1,300 employees. As of April 2017, Pelican Products now operates