Maxim Chemical
International Ltd. has been providing the “Formulas For Your Success” for
almost 40 years.
“Quality products
and dependable service throughout our 38 year history has always been a
significant aspect of Maxim’s success in the chemical business,” a company
spokesperson said. “Maxim is the largest manufacturer of industrial,
institutional and sanitation products in Saskatchewan.”
The company opened
its doors for business in 1968 under the name Saskem. Four years later, it was
purchased by Don Punga who took the company to the next level. With a small
facility in Regina, Sask., the company’s main product focus included boiler
treatment products, bowl clean and drain opener.
“Our president and
CEO, Don Punga, has been involved, firstly as an employee, and presently in an
owner/manager capacity since the company’s beginning,” said Brent Punga,
general manager of the Regina facility and son of Don.
Today, Maxim
Chemical International operates out of a 20,000 sq. foot facility in Regina,
Sask. Serving as the company’s head office, the Regina facility consists of a
manufacturing plant and warehouse, quality control and water analysis
laboratory, marketing and customer service, and administration offices.
Additionally, the company also operates locations in Saskatoon, Sask., and
Winnipeg, Man.
Employing a staff
of 23 throughout the company in manufacturing, distribution, technical services
and administration components, Maxim provides products and services such as
janitorial, industrial, water treatment, institutional dish and laundry, food
processing plant, car and truck wash, waste water and specialty products.
In Regina and
Saskatoon, Maxim has a partnership with Magic White Janitor’s Warehouse.
Through Doug and Jock Anderson, and Phil Robinson along with the staff, the
company is able to provide a full line of janitorial options, experience and
high quality products to the province of Saskatchewan.
Over the years,
Maxim has seen steady growth and success, with the Winnipeg location expanding
to the point where it is currently in need of larger facilities in order
accommodate customer demands.
“Service is our
number one priority and the customer comes first, period,” said Roger Manaigre,
manager of the Winnipeg operation and partner in the Maxim operation. “We do
what we have to do to ensure customer satisfaction. And, this is often achieved
with the strong support we receive from Don and Brent Punga, and Chris
Ingebert, who believe the same philosophy.”
In addition to a
vast line of quality products, Maxim and Magic White Janitor’s Warehouse also
offers its customers complete training programs including WHMIS and other
specific programs such as floor care or restroom maintenance. The company prides
itself in its ability to provide individual cleaning programs to assist
customer’s in educating their staff, as well as always being available to
answer questions and provide assistance.
“It’s a
competitive market but no different than others in the fact that customers want
products that work, sensible pricing, customer support and constant product
improvement,” Manaigre said. “Customers really appreciate the fact that they
will be extremely well taken care of.”
In addition to
Manaigre, who is currently president of the Canadian Sanitation Supply
Association (CSSA), the Winnipeg location also credits some of its success to
key players such as Tom Yuill who ensures the warehouse operations run
smoothly. In rural areas and some select branch accounts, Peter Chernichan has
been a great addition in sales. With over 45 years of industry experience,
there aren’t many situations that Chernichan encounters that he doesn’t have a
solution or product for.
“Chernichan
strives to offer customers the service and product availability that no one
else will or can offer,” Manaigre said. “He is truly amazing in his dedication
and love of the industry.”
According to
Manaigre, it’s an old cliché that customers often become friends over time, but
if a strong trust and respect is developed, it only becomes natural that a
company is quickly considered and accepted as part of the family.
It is this mindset
and total customer commitment which runs deep in the heart of Maxim allowing
the company to claim it can provide the “Formulas For Your Success.”
