Contact Us (906) 482-2731 | info@superiorblock.com HOME PRODUCTS WE MANUFACTURE PRODUCTS WE SELL GALLERY HISTORY CONTACT Our History For over 50 years, the Lorenzetti family has been dedicated to the creed of “Quality, service, community involvement.” We’re proud of our company’s history and also proud to be a part of the Copper Country. 1946 Superior Block begins business as a partnership. Dan Lorenzetti on the Copper Country's first forklift - 1946 Putting blocks to a patriotic use 1951 Dan and Bernice Lorenzetti became the sole owners. The company had its roots in downtown Houghton’s Carrol Foundry Building, which was on the lakeshore immediately north of what is now called “Franklin Square”. 1955 A new facility was constructed on the Isle Royale Sands. Dan and Bernice would run the business together for the next 22 years. Danny Boy #1 Founders Dan and Bernice Lorenzetti 1977 Bernice assumes complete control upon her husband’s death that year, and then continued to run the business with her longtime foreman, Niilo Moilanen. 1978 Superior Block was incorporated and Dan and Joan Lorenzetti returned to the area. Dan assumed control as CEO and Joan managed the office. Significant changes were made during the next few years. Keeping the yard open in a Copper Country winter. 4th of July parade in Dollar Bay - 1986 1980 Another office, warehouse, and production facility were constructed and running by that summer. More property was purchased and Superior Block now has a storage yard of considerable acreage. 1980-1990 In these 10 years, the company made a significant transformation in the product lines sold. 4th of July parade in South Range - 1995 Today Today Superior Block is a complete masonry supplier and is recognized nationwide for its production versatility. Community Involvement Dan Lorenzetti, the leading advocate for Mont Ripley’s snowmaking Dan Lorenzetti chairs building authority Hancock Fire Hall – 2001 Michael and Dan Lorenzetti The company uses their 1923 fire truck to promote the unique fire safety characteristics of concrete block Unloading the fire truck for the parade Copyright © 2021 Superior Block Co. Inc. All rights reserved.

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