Simoniz USA history

Simoniz acquires Epic Industries, Inc. of New Brunswick, New Jersey, a company founded in 1921 that specialized in cleaners and cleaning systems in the warewashing and laundry segments.

In 1957, Simoniz entered the Vista One-Step Cleaner/Wax into the market – combining the principles of their launch products in one easy-to-use bottle.

In 1965, Morton International purchased the controlling interest in Simoniz® Company, adding Master Wax-Detergent Proof and Smooth-Pre Softened products to the line.

In 1976, Simoniz® was acquired by Union Carbide.

In 1986, Simoniz® was sold to First Brands Corp.

In 1997, Syndet Products purchased the Simoniz® brand from First Brands Corp., and renamed the company Simoniz® USA, Inc.

In 1998, Simoniz® defined and launched Simoniz® Express Detail made for car washes and opened the first express detail training center in the US.

In 2006, Simoniz® launched a series of “As Seen On TV” products in partnership with the iconic pitchman Billy Mays.

In 2007, Simoniz® introduced GlassCoat™ to the new car dealer industry.

In 2010, Simoniz® purchased three carwash distribution companies, becoming the largest provider of car care products to the professional car wash and detail shop markets.

In 2011, Simoniz® launched Simoniz® Hot Wax to the professional marketplace and became the single largest product launch in the company’s history, changing the professional carwash industry profoundly.