Atlas Minerals & Chemicals, Inc.

What Atlas Minerals & Chemicals, Inc. does

Atlas Minerals & Chemicals, Inc. is a 133-year-old specialty chemicals manufacturer headquartered in Mertztown, Pennsylvania, that develops, manufactures, and sells corrosion-resistant construction materials (CCM), epoxy-based DIY and industrial repair products (EPOXYBOND), OEM/industrial compounds (VITROBOND sulfur cements, battery sealants, porous plastics), specialty oxidized asphalts, and custom chemical compounding services. The company's proprietary technology portfolio spans multiple chemistries, including mechanically anchored thermoplastic sheet linings (ANCHOR-LOK), fiberglass-reinforced thermoset resin linings (CHEMPRUF), sulfur cements (VITROBOND, first introduced 1935), epoxy and novolac grouts/mortars (REZKLAD), and trowel-applied membranes (ATLASTIC), with documented service lives of 16-70+ years in demanding chemical, thermal, and mechanical environments. Products are sold primarily through a network of regional US sales representatives and international reps covering Canada, Japan, Mexico, Peru, Saudi Arabia, Taiwan, Turkey, and Venezuela, with technical service staff providing on-site installation support to industrial customers in chemical processing, steel, food/dairy/beverage, water/wastewater, battery manufacturing, and pulp/paper industries, alongside consumer-facing DIY repair products for pool, plumbing, and household use. Atlas is an employee-owned private corporation (since the 1978 ESB buyout) operating a project-based one-time-purchase revenue model with no disclosed subscription or licensing recurring revenue.

Name

Atlas Minerals & Chemicals, Inc.

Legal name

Atlas Minerals & Chemicals, Inc.

Website

https://atlasmin.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1892

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Atlas Minerals & Chemicals is a 133-year-old employee-owned specialty chemicals manufacturer in Mertztown, PA, producing corrosion-resistant construction materials, epoxy repair products, sulfur compounds, and specialty asphalts sold through US and international rep networks to industrial and consumer customers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Specialty Industrial Chemicals

NAICS

Paint and Coating Manufacturing (32551), Asphalt Paving, Roofing, and Saturated Materials Manufacturing (32412)

SIC

Paints, Varnishes, Lacquers, Enamels & Allied Prods (2851), Chemicals & Allied Products (2800)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial Protective Coatings (IMAEAHAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Industrial Protective Coatings (IMADAKAB), Industrial Protective Coatings (Steel/Concrete/Equipment) (IMAIAKAB)

Keywords

• Corrosion-resistant construction materials
• Epoxy repair products
• Industrial asphalts
• Battery sealants
• Sulfur cement compounds

Headquarters

HQ city

Mertztown

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. CCM Products (Corrosion-Resistant Construction Materials): Sale of corrosion-resistant construction materials including brick and tile floors, linings and membranes, seamless industrial floors, polymer concretes, primers, coatings, and expansion joints. These are specialty industrial products sold through a direct sales representative network.
2. EPOXYBOND Consumer/Industrial Repair Products: Epoxy repair products for pool repair, plumbing, household DIY, and industrial applications. Includes putties, pastes, adhesives, and concrete repair products sold to both consumers and industrial customers.
3. OEM/Industrial Compounds: Vitrobond sulfur compounds, battery sealants, and porous plastics sold to OEM customers in industrial manufacturing sectors.
4. Industrial Asphalts: Specialty oxidized asphalt products including shingle laminants, sealants, coatings, pavement sealcoats, potting compounds, culvert coatings, ink concentrates, cable saturants, joint fillers, battery sealants, and waterproofing products. Custom manufacturing and packaging available.
5. Custom Manufacturing Services: Proprietary and private label manufacturing of chemical compounded materials for clients. Capabilities include thermoset resins, sulfur compounds, silica/carbon fillers, adhesives, and solvents processing. Services include compounding, dry powder grinding, blending, pigmentation, and asphalt oxidation with DOT, UN, IATA, and IMDG compliant packaging.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Atlas Minerals & Chemicals, Inc. manufactures and sells specialty chemical formulations for corrosion protection in industrial environments. Its product lines include corrosion-resistant construction materials (CCM), Epoxybond epoxy repair products, ANCHOR-LOK thermoplastic lining systems, REZKLAD chemical-resistant grouts, VITROBOND sulfur cement compounds, CHEMPRUF linings, ATLASTIC membranes, the Furnane and VTF systems, battery sealants, porous plastic components, and industrial asphalts. The company also offers custom toll manufacturing and compounding services for third-party specialty chemical needs.

Product overview

Atlas Minerals & Chemicals, Inc. is a 130+ year old industrial chemicals and construction materials manufacturer headquartered in Mertztown, Pennsylvania. The company offers a diverse portfolio organized into four main product categories: (1) CCM (Corrosion-Resistant Construction Materials) including ANCHOR-LOK® thermoplastic linings, REZKLAD® grouts and mortars, CHEMPRUF® lining systems, ATLASTIC® membranes, and various industrial coatings; (2) EPOXYBOND® repair products for pool, plumbing, and household/industrial applications including epoxy putties, adhesives, and concrete repair materials; (3) OEM/Industrial Compounds including VITROBOND® sulfur compounds, battery sealants, and porous plastics; and (4) Industrial Asphalts. The company also provides Custom Manufacturing services. Key product systems include the Furnane System and VTF System for food and dairy flooring applications, serving specialized industries such as chemical processing, steel, food/dairy, water treatment, pulp and paper, and battery manufacturing.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• EPOXYBOND: Family of epoxy repair products for pool repair, plumbing repairs, household DIY repairs, and industrial applications.
• Vitrobond
• Anchor-Lok
• Rezklad
• Chempruf
• Atlastic
• Furnane System
• VTF System

Products and services

• Corrosion-Resistant Construction Materials (CCM)
• Epoxybond Repair Products A family of epoxy-based repair compounds and putties used to patch, bond, and rebuild concrete, masonry, metal, and other substrates. Offered for both industrial maintenance use and DIY consumer applications such as pool, spa, tub, and tile repair.
• ANCHOR-LOK Thermoplastic Lining System A thermoplastic sheet and lining system engineered to provide chemical-resistant, durable liners for tanks, trenches, secondary containment, and process areas in corrosive industrial environments.
• Rezklad Chemical-Resistant Grouts A family of chemical-resistant epoxy and polymer grouts (including HP and SG variants) used to set brick, tile, and equipment bases in acid- and alkali-exposed industrial floors, tanks, and trenches.
• Vitrobond Sulfur Cement Compounds Sulfur cement and related compounds formulated to bond chemical-resistant brick and tile in highly acidic industrial construction applications, particularly in chemical and metal processing facilities.
• Chempruf Linings A line of chemical-resistant protective linings applied to concrete and steel substrates in tanks, floors, trenches, and secondary containment to protect against aggressive chemicals.
• Atlastics Membranes Sheet and liquid membrane systems (including ATLASTIC 55 sheet and ATLASTIC CT-30) used as moisture and chemical barriers in industrial construction and corrosion-protection applications.
• Furnane System A specialty lining or coating system from Atlas Minerals & Chemicals designed to provide chemical and/or thermal resistance in demanding industrial service conditions.
• VTF System A specialty system from Atlas Minerals & Chemicals formulated to provide chemical or thermal protection in industrial construction or maintenance applications.
• Battery Sealants Specialty sealant compounds formulated for use in industrial battery manufacturing and assembly, providing acid resistance and sealing performance in battery components.
• Porous Plastic Products Porous plastic components and materials manufactured by Atlas for industrial applications, including filtration, fluid handling, and other specialty uses.
• Industrial Asphalts Specialty industrial asphalt products formulated for use in corrosion-resistant construction, waterproofing, and protective applications in industrial settings.
• Custom Manufacturing / Toll Manufacturing Services Custom and toll manufacturing services in which Atlas Minerals & Chemicals uses its specialty chemical compounding capabilities to produce private-label or customer-specified formulations for third-party customers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Furnane System has over 70 years and 50+ million square feet of documented service life
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Sauereisen: Sauereisen is a direct peer specializing in corrosion-resistant construction materials, including chemical-resistant cements, grouts, linings, and coatings for industrial applications. Competes head-to-head with Atlas in chemical processing, steel, and wastewater verticals.
• Stonhard (StonCor Group): Stonhard manufactures seamless flooring, wall systems, and corrosion-resistant linings for industrial and commercial applications. Direct competitor to Atlas in food/dairy flooring, chemical containment, and seamless industrial floor systems.
• Carboline: Carboline is a major manufacturer of industrial protective coatings, linings, and fireproofing products serving chemical processing, marine, and infrastructure markets. Direct overlap with Atlas's CHEMPRUF and REZKLAD coating lines.
• Tnemec Company: Tnemec manufactures high-performance protective coatings for water/wastewater, industrial, and architectural applications. Comparable to Atlas in protective coatings for municipal infrastructure and industrial facilities.
• Devcon (ITW Devcon): ITW Devcon manufactures epoxy and polyurethane repair products, including putties and adhesives for industrial maintenance. Competes directly with Atlas's EPOXYBOND line in industrial repair applications.

Broad incumbents

• PPG Protective & Marine Coatings: PPG is a global coatings giant with a protective and marine coatings division serving chemical processing, steel, and infrastructure. Much larger than Atlas with broader product portfolios, but competes in the same end markets.
• Sherwin-Williams Protective & Marine: Sherwin-Williams operates a major protective and marine coatings business serving industrial customers globally. Competes with Atlas in industrial protective coatings and linings but as part of a much broader coatings portfolio.
• International Paint (AkzoNobel): AkzoNobel's International Paint division is a global leader in marine and protective coatings. Overlaps with Atlas in chemical processing and steel mill protective coatings, with significantly larger scale and global reach.
• Hempel: Hempel is a global coatings manufacturer serving marine, protective, and industrial markets. Comparable to Atlas in industrial protective coatings for harsh chemical and marine environments.
• Henkel Adhesive Technologies: Henkel is a global leader in adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings with industrial applications including battery sealants and surface treatments. Adjacent competitor to Atlas in epoxy-based industrial products and OEM compounds.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance12 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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