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60 years of
Chemical Storage & Transfer Solutions


Chemical Storage and Transfer Solutions

Since 1964, Chem Resist have developed market-leading Process Plant, premium branded Fluid-Transfer products and Pipework Systems to safely store and transfer aggressive and corrosive chemicals. Backed by unparalleled technical advice and customer service, we work with our customers to find solutions for the most challenging applications. And we are proud to say we are Built with Integrity.
Built With Integrity

Spotlight On: ChemiGuard Tanker Offload Cabinets

The ChemiGuard range of Tanker Offload Cabinets provide protection against damaging loss of containment incidents. The range includes models compatible to both Pressurised and Pumped offload methods.

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Chem Resist: A History

Celebrating 60 years of delivering industry leading chemical storage and transfer solutions.

1960s

Advanced Chemical Equipment (ACE) is founded by Arthur Armitage, a Textile Chemist and ex-RAF Officer. Arthur amalgamates his other business, Advanced Textile Engineering with ACE realising the future potential in plastic.

Photo: The original Britannia House

1960s

1970s

A small Plastic Fabrication division is established by Arthur, which later moves to Butt End Mills, Lower Hopton, Mirfield and starts to operate independently. Seamus Quinn joins the division and quickly gets the title of ‘Worse Fabricator in History’. Chem Resist Plastic Fabrications is registered and begins trading in 1980.

Photo: Seamus Quinn

1970s

1980s

The Fluid Transfer (FT) division is founded, distributing a range of technologies for applications involving corrosive and aggressive chemicals. Chem Resist becomes the main trading name, and the business moves to the current site at Britannia House in Lock Way, Ravensthorpe. Simon Hewitt joins as Technical Sales for FT and a distribution agreement with Almatec is signed.

Photo: The current Britannia House

1980s

1990s

The Spiral Wound Manufacturing method is developed in conjunction with Cambridge University. To accommodate the new manufacturing process a 7000ft2 building, custom extruder and former handling facility are added to the site in Lock Way. Technological advancements are made with the development of Packed Tower Fume Scrubbing and a prototype Sulphuric Acid Dilution Unit is designed and manufactured in thermoplastics, which operates for 27 years.

1990s

2000s

Simon becomes Managing Director and Seamus assumes the role of Chairman. Within the FT division, a distribution agreement with World Chemical is signed and Neil Williams joins as Technical Sales. Simon & Odelle purchase Chem Resist from Seamus, the Pipework Division is established, and Stephan Menzer joins as Technical Manager

2000s

2010s

Odelle joins the business in the role of Commercial Director and as a first project implements Progress Plus ERP across the business. The ChemiGuard range of Tanker Offload and Dosing Cabinets is launched. Gary Smith joins Process Plant division as Sales Director.

2010s

2020s

‘Built with Integrity’ is introduced to the Chem Resist brand and communications. A distribution agreement is signed with Munsch giving exclusivity in UK and Ireland. A dedicated SHEQ Manager role is created, Mike Shoemark joins. November 2023, investment by Ross Shire Engineering. 2024 is our 60th Anniversary year.

2020s

 

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