BRAMPTON, Ontario (Oct. 14, 2009)—R.M. Ferguson has purchased Industrial Colours and Chemicals Ltd., bringing together two firms that focus on specialty chemical distribution.
The deal builds on both companies' strong market presence in rubber, graphic arts, coatings, plastics, adhesives and specialty care, according to David Jackson, president and CEO of Ferguson and ICC. “The combination of Ferguson and ICC integrates two healthy, profitable companies with similar cultures and value systems,” he said.
The newly formed company will be headquartered at ICC's chemical distribution facility in Brampton.