Guided tour

1988


Michel Lequin founded Amecci in March 1988. The company started as a distributor of coated abrasives.

 

1993


First investment: Amecci’s warehouse is expanded due to a growing demand for its products for the board industry such as plywood, composite and MDF panels.

 

1997


Second major investment : Amecci’s warehouse is expanded again, this time to install state-of-the-art equipment. Amecci becomes the largest converter of coated abrasives in Canada.

 

2003


Amecci signs a partnership with 3M and becomes their official converter until 2008.

 

2004


To meet a growing demand, Amecci moves into larger facilities located in Sherbrooke’s industrial park

 

2008


Amecci acquires a major distributor of abrasive papers in the market of pre-finished hardwood flooring.

 

2010


Amecci buys Les Abrasifs Primex, a major supplier of coated abrasives in rental centers across Canada.

 

TODAY


Today, sky’s the limit for Michel Lequin. Amecci is a leader in its field across North America and is growing steadily.