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What Do PFC and the Super Bowl Have in Common?

Posted on by Jacquie Gilmore

The Super Bowl and Plastic Forming Company

Celebrate Milestone Anniversaries in 2026

Two American institutions that helped shape their industries over the same span of time.

In 2026, the United States will celebrate two 60-year anniversaries: the Super Bowl, America’s biggest sporting event, and Plastic Forming Company (PFC), a leader in U.S.-made blow molded carrying cases. Though they hail from very different arenas, both began in the mid 1960s and evolved into icons of American culture, craftsmanship, and innovation.

The Super Bowl Turns 60

The first Super Bowl—originally called the AFL–NFL World Championship Game—was played at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, in that game, the Green Bay Packers defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 35–10, marking the beginning of what would become the most-watched sporting event in the United States.

Born from the historic merger between the NFL and the AFL, the championship quickly grew beyond a football game. Its halftime show, which once featured marching bands and simple performances, has transformed into an international spectacle, and its commercials became some of the most expensive and culturally influential in television history.

Over the decades, the Super Bowl has become a fixture of American tradition—part athletic achievement, part entertainment juggernaut, part communal celebration.

PFC: A 60-Year Legacy of Craftsmanship and American Manufacturing

While millions were watching that first championship game, Plastic Forming Company (PFC) was in its infancy. Founded in 1966, PFC began designing and manufacturing durable blow molded plastic carrying cases—a craft it has perfected over six decades.

To this day, PFC stands out as an American-made success story with the following long standing strengths:

  • Complete In House Capabilities: Engineering, mold making, case manufacturing, and custom interior production all occur under one roof.
  • Small Run Friendly: PFC is one of the few U.S. manufacturers willing to accommodate small to midsize production runs.
  • True Human Customer Support: Every call, email, or chat is answered by PFC staff—not outsourced representatives.
  • Made in the USA: All materials, design, engineering, mold-making, and production are sourced and executed domestically.
  • Exceptional Customer Service: PFC is known for collaborative partnerships from concept through manufacturing and shipping.
  • Blow Molded Durability: Their double wall blow molded cases are known for long service life, protection, and value.
  • Versatile Across Industries: With clients in nearly every sector, PFC doesn’t have a “typical customer”—its cases serve thousands of product types.
  • Proven Expertise: PFC has designed and manufactured cases for more than 5,000 unique products.

What the Super Bowl and PFC Share

At first glance, a football championship and a blow molded case manufacturer might seem unrelated. But their intertwined 60 year journeys reflect shared American themes:

  1. Innovation Across Generations
    The Super Bowl evolved from a simple championship game to a cultural event of global scale. PFC grew from a machine maker into a leader in the world of designing and manufacturing both stock and custom-engineered case solutions.
  2. Commitment to Quality
    The Super Bowl sets the stage for the highest level of athletic performance. Likewise, PFC champions superior customer service, durability, consistency, and reliability in every case produced.
  3. American Identity and Pride
    The Super Bowl is a yearly celebration of American sports culture and entertainment. PFC represents the enduring strength of American manufacturing—designing, molding, assembling, and shipping products entirely in the U.S.
  4. Longevity Through Adaptation
    Both organizations have thrived for 60 years by embracing change—whether through evolving halftime shows and broadcast technology, or through new materials, modern machining, and enhanced customization capabilities.

Looking Ahead to 2026 and Beyond

As the nation gears up for the 60th Super Bowl and PFC celebrates its 60th year, it’s clear these two institutions have more in common than their founding dates. Each represents ingenuity, tradition, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Whether you’re tuning in to watch football’s biggest night or partnering with a trusted American case manufacturer, 2026 is a year to honor legacies that helped shape modern American culture and industry.

Here’s to 60 years of champions—in sports, in manufacturing, and in the spirit of American innovation.