MAPEI Canada

Our History

Ours is a story that has a tight bond with Italy, the country that witnessed our birth and growth. Our roots are firmly embedded in a solid past and in values that have the merit of still being relevant today: Passion and innovation. And this is why we have never stopped growing. Ours is the story of a company, but it is also the story of a family: A stage race with exhausting climbs and exciting sprint finishes but, above all, a story rich with many exhilarating successes and exceptional teammates.
 
 
1937-1946
A great business story
 
In 1937 Rodolfo Squinzi sets up M.A.P.E.I. – Materiali Autarchici Per Edilizia e Industria (Autarchic Materials For Building and Industry) – in the Bovisa district of north Milan. MAPEI starts producing paint as an alternative to a French product: Its name is SILEXCOLOR, a silicate-based paint and the first building block of what would become such a great company. The war comes to an end and the rebuilding process begins, with MAPEI always leading the way. Thanks to constant research work which, right from the very beginning, has always been part of the company’s DNA, ADESILEX adhesive is developed for bonding linoleum, which took the place of Italeum.
 
 
1947-1956
Research, manufacturing, satisfaction
 
The “A” in M.A.P.E.I. changes its meaning: Autarchici (or Autarchic), with its connotations reflecting political policies at the time, becomes Ausiliari (Auxiliary) – a reference to the materials produced. PIANOLINA is created: A ready-to-use, magnesium gypsum-based skimming compound capable of lightening the load of installers. Sensing the enormous potential of ceramics, MAPEI launches ADESILEX P, the first solvent-based tiling adhesive. Another successful product soon followed: ADESILEX PM.
 
 
1957-1966
The economic boom and the conquest of space
 
Giorgio Squinzi contributes to the success of the company by inventing a series of innovative products that become an international success. ADESILEX L1 alcohol-based adhesive for linoleum is introduced, freeing installers from the burden of having to carry bags full of sand to the installation area. This is followed by ADESILEX P5, a bituminous solvent adhesive for tiled floors. Afterward came its successors: ADESILEX P7, an ultra rapid-setting elastomeric adhesive, and ADESILEX P9, a super-adhesive for ceramic tiles that could still be used up to half a day after being mixed.
 
 
1967-1976
MAPEI during the protest years
 
MAPEI is also projected into the future with KERABOND, the first polymer-free cementitious adhesive made by MAPEI. KERALASTIC makes it possible to bond ceramic tiles on various types of surfaces – from cementitious render to metal. SIGILLANTE 3433 silicone sealant – which we now call MAPESIL AC – is created for making elastic seals in ceramic surfaces. The Fiat 500 is a memorable feature of the 1971 edition of Saie exhibition, hanging upside-down from the ceiling and remaining firmly anchored in place thanks to ADESILEX P9.
 
 
1977-1986
MAPEI conquers America, Italy and the world.
 
MAPEI sets up MAPEI Inc. in Canada and MAPEI Corporation in the United States. KERABOND + ISOLASTIC is the new system that allows ceramic tiles to be installed over plywood for the first time. MAPEI works on alternative solutions for plasterboard walls and for installing wall coverings with adhesive. The introduction of single-fired ceramics eliminates the need for spacers on the back of tiles: They are smoother, making them more suitable for installing with adhesive. KERAQUICK is MAPEI’s new, rapid-setting adhesive, which can even be used for overlaying existing tiles. Even floor tiles with large dimples and spacers can be installed with KERAFLOOR.
 
 
1987-1996
The Berlin wall falls, and MAPEI starts a revolution.
 
Innovation is in the air: MAPEI launches a new screed concept with MAPECEM and GRANIRAPID and introduces ULTRACOLOR, the only grout in the world that does not produce efflorescence and guarantees a perfectly even final color. ULTRAPLAN self-leveling mortar is introduced, along with new solutions for refurbishing and repairing concrete with MAPEGROUT and MAPEFER and for masonry with MAPE-ANTIQUE. Higher-performance concrete is made possible with MAPEFLUID. MAPEI launches its new ECO line. MAPEI’s legendary professional cycling team is founded in 1993. AQUAFLEX is the first ready-to-use liquid membrane for waterproofing terraces and balconies, which is soon followed by the revolutionary MAPELASTIC.
 
 
1997-2006
Globalization: The dawn of a new "dot com" world
 
MAPEI Sport Service is founded in 1997 and, in 1998, the MAPEI professional cycling team triumphs at the Paris-Roubaix. In 2006 MAPEI is the sponsor and talisman of the Italian soccer team. ADESILEX P4, KERAFLEX MAXI and ELASTORAPID adhesives are created for installing ceramic and stone, along with MAPEQUICK for underground and underwater environments. MAPETHERM protects our homes from the cold and heat, and helps cut down on energy consumption, while MAPEGRID and FRP products consolidate the structures of old buildings. For cementitious and resin-based industrial floors, ULTRATOP and MAPEFLOOR mortars arrive on the scene.
 
 
2007-2012
Always one step ahead
 
New subsidiaries and a two-figure increase in profit percentage year after year for MAPEI. MAPEI continues its growth. and the number of product lines also continues to grow… from 9 to 15 in 2008 alone. Caribbean Sand in Puerto Rico, Polyglass, Betontechnik, APAC, Mapintec and Henkel Technologies Korea all become part of the MAPEI Group. New production equipment is commissioned at the Mediglia plant, including a dedicated packaging line using new, ecological plastic bags. The UTT Laboratory for products dedicated to the underground sector is inaugurated, along with a Mobile Building Laboratory dedicated to admixtures.
 
2013-Today
The future starts today
 
In more than 80 years of doing business, MAPEI has played a leading role in restoration and conservation projects on buildings that are a part of our artistic and cultural heritage in Italy and all around the world. MAPEI formulates products to meet sustainability requirements with constantly improved performance properties. RE-CON ZERØ reflects this vision and is created to overcome the problem of returned concrete, an important contribution to a circular economy. MAPEI’s commitment to safeguard the environment and people's health is also expressed through the commissioning of new manufacturing facilities using locally sourced and eco-sustainable materials. Our company remains transparent and effective in creating innovation and guaranteeing performance levels of excellence, in the full knowledge that “the future starts today”.
 
 

July 3, 2020
Inside this issue
Graphic Designer

In Laval, Under the responsibility of the Marketing Director, the position holder designs and produces graphic layouts for both printed and digital marketing materials using latest software applications.

General Labor

MAPEI INC., a well known manufacturer of adhesives, grouts and chemical products for floor installation and construction is presently looking to fill the position of PRODUCTION LABORER.

Engineering Sales Representative

Under the responsibility of the Director of Sales – Western Canada, the position holder fulfills the responsibilities linked to sales and market development of the concrete restauration systems (CRS) division for Western Canada.

Business Development Leader

Based in British Columbia or Alberta, under the responsibility of the Business Development Manager (BDM) for Western Canada, the position holder will drive sales growth in the Industrial Flooring Market through strategic planning, hands-on relationship building and implementation of sales programs by leveraging sales, marketing and technical services to accelerate success. 

Arodo Mechanic Operator

Under the responsibility of the Supervisor, the position holder directs and controls the operation of the equipment he is assigned on, in the manufacturing process.

Maintenance Mechanic (apprentice)

Under the responsibility of the Maintenance Supervisor, the position holder has the responsibility of doing the repairs and maintenance of the plant’s equipments.

Sales Representative

Under the responsibility of the Business Development Manager Admixtures, the position holder fulfills the responsibility linked to sales and support of Concrete Admixture products to Ready Mix, Precast and Major Project concrete producers of his territory.

Chercheur

A Laval, sous la responsabilité du chef de groupe, le titulaire du poste travaille au laboratoire des mortiers au développement de nouveaux produits et à l’amélioration des produits existants; fournit un soutien technique à la clientèle et un soutien aux activités de la production.

Business Development Leader

Develop MAPEI’s UTT Mine Backfill business in Canada, ensuring market penetration through effective strategy development and implementation.

Quality Control Technician

In Delta, under the responsibility of the Quality Control Manager, the position holder assists the latter in his functions.