Blanco Group
Paints Coatings Sealants Adhesives Grouts
OUR CUSTOMERS We listen to our customers, and we know exactly what their needs, preferences and tastes are. Blanco Group’s strategies and future plans go hand in hand to further meet people’s expectations, when they request our services and use our products.
TOGETHER WE ARE STRONGER We respect and please cultural and individual differences. We recognize teamwork and collaboration on best practices, technologies and expertise, is what makes us grow, stand out and win against our competitors.
INDIVIDUAL POWER
We handle every challenge individually, this way we have the autonomy to achieve superior outcomes. We do not let fear of failure stop our desire to succeed and we learn from our mistakes. We work in an environment where good ideas and passion make the difference, where they are recognized and rewarded.
INDUSTRIAL & CONSUMER PRODUCTS
PAINTS, COATINGS, SEALANTS, ADHESIVES, GROUTS & CHEMICAL PRODUCTS WE WANT TO WIN We always make positive decisions, focus on successful results and maintain a winning attitude, so we can achieve our objectives. Our behavior is always business oriented; productive, confident, always prepared to face any challenge in an optimistic way and with an attitude to move faster. We are committed and self-assured.
SOCIAL COMMITMENT We are both socially and environmentally responsible. Making positive and reliable contributions to the people near us is fundamental. We promote corporate conscience, regulations and improve quality of life. These and many other ways we are socially and environmentally committed to the people working with the Blanco Group.
45+ + YEARS of excellence
Blanco Group
TOP BRAND PRODUCTS
Every successful company begins with a great idea. In the 1970’s, the Blanco family began with a simple model yet effective: produce quality products able to exceed consumers’ needs. From their humble beginnings, to its present global expansion, the idea has remained intact and continues being their guiding purpose. The Blanco Group began as a distribution company, small in size, but big on ideas. In little more than 45 years, this family owned company has become an international enterprise, with 9 state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and 5 major distribution centers with over 1,600 employees, catering to dozens of markets and millions of people in the United States, the Caribbean and Central & South America. The product line encompasses a wide array of applications ranging from architectural & industrial coatings and wood finishes, industrial adhesives and high performance sealants, as well as cement based products such as thin sets, mortars and grouts and automotive products. Every product they make is available to every customer they reach. Thus, The Blanco Group recognizes the importance of reinvesting in its facilities and maintaining a high level of efficiency in its manufacturing processes by counting on the newest and most advanced equipment possible. The Blanco Group understands the importance of providing their customers with the highest quality products at the best prices. It is the reason behind their drive for improved performance and innovative ideas.
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Max Chemical, Inc. is dedicated to the manufacturing and distribution of roof sealants, detergents, adhesives and construction chemicals under the brand Crossco. They serve consumers through hardware stores, contractors, dealers, department stores, auto parts and major retail chains. They offer quality products at competitive prices.
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Lanco’s mission has been one of superior customer satisfaction centered on their drive to produce the best quality products. Based on their founder’s creed, Lanco’s product line encompasses a wide array of applications ranging from architectural coatings and wood finishes, to industrial adhesives and high performance sealants.
Enco's mission is to create products for domestic and industrial use, such as architectural paints, grouts and tile adhesives, fully satisfying the market needs with highly technological formulas and a manufacturing process that ensures higher quality and performance at a very competitive price.
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Harris Paints is committed to the exploration of new market opportunities and product innovation with excellence in customer service. The company is driven to maintain high performance quality standards for Puerto Rico and the Caribbean, as well as North, Central and South America.
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Weco, symbol of highest quality products, excellence and superior reputation in the construction industry in Puerto Rico, has been the brand of choice for architects, interior designers, high quality tile and slab installers, and hardware stores.
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TOP BRAND PRODUCTS Architectural Coatings
Lanco® is fully dedicated to the development of technologically advanced architectural coatings, ranging from 100% acrylics, to styrene and vinyl acrylics, all of which exhibit high performance and durability. A prime example of these coatings is the 100% acrylic Maxima™, which is based on a revolutionary technology of ultra small molecules making it completely resistant to stains and mildew.
Waterproofing & Elastomeric Coatings Lanco® specializes in the development of elastomeric finishes for walls, with high resistance to water and excellent flexibility. Dry-Coat™, the leader in its category, is the new generation of finishes to waterproof walls. Based on a futuristic technology of tiny molecules that strongly adhere together to avoid the migration of water more effectively, Dry-Coat™ provides guaranteed hydrophobic protection.
Anticorrosive Coatings & Primers Lanco® is the market leader in anticorrosive primers and finishes with the most complete line of innovative products. The industry’s needs have changed through the years, with a shift towards acrylic finishes. Lanco® has led the way in providing products with state-of-the-art technology to satisfy such a move. Ultra Durex™, the sales leader in its category, is a non-flammable, high performance styrene acrylic with a high resistance to corrosion.
Elastomeric Roof Sealers
Lanco® is the world leader in high performance elastomeric sealers, creating one of the most complete product lines in the market. Lanco® has pioneered in providing the market with new and revolutionary alternatives such as Urethanizer™. This roof sealer is based on a new technology of microscopic molecules, 100% resistant to standing water and dries quickly, making it the ideal product for flat or complex roofs.
Wood Products & Finishes Lanco® has established a solid reputation within the wood industry with a complete line of water and solvent based finishes, including polyurethanes, acrylics, alkyds and primers for a complete solution. Lanco® also manufactures wood fillers to repair all kinds of wood surfaces.
Elastomeric Crack Fillers & Patching Compounds Lanco® manufactures many types of fillers for numerous uses serving both contractors and consumers. Its fillers and compounds are widely recognized for their solid and constant quality in addition to being the industry’s most complete. Among its offerings, the line includes elastomeric crack fillers, spackling compounds, patching plasters, lightweight spacklings, etc.
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TOP BRAND PRODUCTS Laminating & PVC Adhesives
For more than 30 years Lanco® has excelled in producing high quality solvent and water based contact cements; becoming the third largest manufacturer in the U.S.A. for the laminating industry. These adhesives provide the end user consistent quality and performance.
Construction & Consumer Adhesives Lanco® manufactures an ample assortment of adhesives for both the construction and consumer markets. For construction, Lanco® offers different technologies such as water based mastics for vinyl and ceramic tile installation, as well as chloroprene rubber based adhesives, among others. Consumer adhesives include cyanoacrylate and vinyl acetate glues for projects around the house when bonding panels, moldings, wood, etc.
Concrete Adhesives & Additives Lanco® maintains a close working relation with the construction industry, providing the client innovative products with the highest quality, backed by the industry’s best technical support. Lanco® offers the best and newest adhesives and solutions to improve concrete mixes, to bond and / or repair new and old concrete surfaces and for many other uses in construction.
Industrial Adhesives
Lanco® has been a major producer of a wide variety of high performance industrial adhesives catering to numerous industrial sectors such as packaging, converting, woodworking, shoe manufacturing, and bottle labeling, as well as many pharmaceutical and Fortune 500 companies. The state-of- the-art product line consists of different technologies such as EVAs, pressure sensitive (PSAs), homopolymers, PVCs, 100% acrylics, polychloroprenes and urethanes. Lanco® has a well-earned reputation, not only for product quality, but also due to the promptness of its service.
High Performance Sealants Lanco® manufactures the most comprehensive line of professional, high performance sealants in the market. Ranging from elastomeric urethanes to siliconized acrylics and styrene acrylic crack fillers. These sealants provide contractors, do-it-yourselfers, awning fabricators and home builders products designed for the most demanding applications. The Lanco® family of sealants is the complete solution for every need.
Chemical Products Lanco® supplies the most extensive line of chemical products in the market, including all types of solvents, retarders and finish removers. Lanco® is continually evolving to create new solutions and improved products, such as the Safe-Strip finish remover, that can be used safely in interior and exterior areas, completely free of solvents and dangerous chemicals.
TOP BRAND PRODUCTS Architectural Coatings
Harris® has always been driven by designing architectural coatings for exceptional performance as it draws on its experience to consistently improve the quality of its paints. Leading the way is the Titanium brand of 100% acrylic paints, available in flat, satin and semi gloss finishes. Titanium is also available in DRY, it incorporates the newest hydrophobic technology with impermeabilization qualities that are able to withstand extreme weather conditions. The Titanium line is the leader in its category and exemplifies Harris® technology at its best.
Wood Products & Finishes
Harris® offers a complete line of water and solvent based wood finishes such as polyurethane varnishes, teak sealers, varnish stains and marine varnishes. The Harris® brand is synonymous with wood care and improvement, creating a loyal following that continues to count on Harris® for top of the line performance.
Anti-Corrosive Coatings & Primers A leader in the industry, Harris® manufactures an excellent line of anticorrosive coatings, based on the most modern technology for the protection of metallic structures such as bridges, tanks and buildings. Harris® industrial finishes are ideal for aggressive environments as well as for use by consumers in their homes.
Spray Paints & Protections
Harris® is a leading manufacturer of spray paints, having established a solid reputation for high quality, durability and a beautiful assortment of color options. The line of quick dry, rust inhibiting aerosol paint products includes all purpose enamels, neon colors, engine and appliance enamels, varnishes, etc. The Harris® brand of spray paints equals performance and dependability consumers can count on.
Elastomeric Roof Sealers
Harris® is proud of its high performance elastomeric sealers, providing the market with consistently solid alternatives such as the Titanium Elastomeric Roof Coating and the Rain Buster Roof Sealer. Both products afford consumers excellent choices to prevent roofing substrates from filtering water, providing 100% seals that can withstand extreme weather conditions.
Automotive Products Harris® is an important supplier in the automotive industry with an ample line of products geared towards the care of automobiles in general. Products such as Ever-Wet, a no-touch tire shine, and Ever-clean, a super efficient ready-to-use degreaser and all-purpose cleaner, as well as LM-1 penetrating oil and Engine Enamel, are high quality products and leaders in their category. Harris® is constantly adding more and better products to satisfy the most demanding consumers.
TOP BRAND PRODUCTS Waterproofing & Elastomeric Coatings
Crossco®, offers a complete line of elastomeric roof coating, primer, and sealant, for a wide variety of roof surfaces, such as cement, wood, aluminum, asphalt, polyurethane foam, etc. All products are proven and tested for lasting performance. In addition, Crossco® works with the best technologies available on the market, offering durability, economical price, and guarantee.
Automotive Care & Marine Products Crossco® manufactures everything you need for the total care of your boat and automobile. From boat soap, cleaners, stain removers and degreasers to high built tire shines to leave a Wet Look to the must weather beaten tires. All of our products deliver maximum performance and value. They are made using the finest ingredients and latest technology available in the industry. You can be assured that every Crossco® product is absolutely the best it can be.
Concrete Adhesives & Additives Crossco® provides a complete line of adhesives and additives for improving concrete mixes, bonding or repairing new and old concrete surfaces, and for many other applications. Crossco® also manufactures water based adhesives for various types of ceramic and floor tiles, concrete curing compounds, a mold/ form release agent, cement modifiers, a strippable protective coating, and mortar conditioner.
Construction Chemicals
Crossco® offers an outstanding line of construction chemicals with the most advanced technology and highest standards in construction, such as water and oil based concrete curing compounds, a mold/ form release agent, cement modifiers, a strippable protective coating, and mortar conditioner.
Cleaning & Sanitary Chemicals Crossco® is proud to be one of the leading manufacturers of cleaning and sanitary chemicals in Puerto Rico, offering a large selection of products for Industrial and domestic use, ensuring high performance and complete customer satisfaction.
Acid Cleaners Crossco® manufactures a complete line of acid based cleaning products, from muriatic acid dilutions (31% & 22%) to cleaning products with a less acidic concentration
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TOP BRAND PRODUCTS Architectural Coatings
Enco® is one of the fastest growing brands in the market. Enco’s mission is to provide Architectural Coatings solutions to the consumer, offering high quality products that exceed customers’ expectations. From the most basic vinyl acrylic coatings, to low odor – low VOC paints, to the most elaborated 3 in 1 (Primer + Sealer + Paint) 100% acrylic coatings, Enco® offers solutions that fulfill a wide range of demands and attributes. Using the latest advances of chemical technology and quality control, Enco® has developed a variety of paints specifically formulated for the most challenging Caribbean climate conditions.
Industrial Anticorrosive Enamels
Enco® is highly recognized as expert and market leader in Industrial Anticorrosive Enamels. Enco® enamels are formulated with premium-quality pigments and hard-alkyd resins to give excellent adhesion, and durability, and are ideal for coating and protecting industrial machinery, structural steel, metal, wood, and concrete. Enco® offers a wide variety of anticorrosive enamels and primers, including normal and fast drying enamels, urethane and polyurethane-modified enamels, alkyd-based and water-based enamels, and red, grey, green or galvanized metal primers, among others.
Elastomeric Roof Sealers Enco® integrates the latest advances in roof coating technology to formulate products that seal roof surfaces, while at the same time help cool interior temperatures and reduce power consumption. Enco® sealers incorporate technologies such as: crosslink urethane and fiber reinforcement technologies for improved membrane strength and durability, transition technology, and 2 in 1 technology (Primer + Sealer), which simplify the application process. Enco® offers an entire system of products for roof sealing and correction that range from surface preparation products, such as self-leveling mortars, elastomeric crack fillers, to primers and sealers.
Building Materials Enco® has the most complete line of concrete products and building materials in the industry. It’s slogan “From start to finish” best describes this category of products, in which engineers, contractors and pros find solutions for all concrete and building materials needs in their projects. Enco® has pioneered as the first Puerto Rican brand to produce Mezclalista™, a ready mix concrete plaster, and Concremix™, a dry concrete mix product formulated with cement, gravel, and sand, and reinforced with fiber.
Tile Adhesives & Grouts Under the brand Ultrasett™ Enhanced Mortar Materials Enco® offers a whole line of thin set mortars, grouts and cleaners with excellent reliability and performance. The entire product line has been enhanced in its current formulation to provide an outstanding adhesion on interior and exterior floors and walls, with more than twice the bonding strength of old style mud installations. Also, after years of research and development, Enco® sanded and non-sanded grouts are consistent performers and market leaders, with a selection of 16 colors. Enco® also offers products to preserve the quality of installation finishes.
TOP BRAND PRODUCTS Specialized Thin Sets
Weco® has the most complete and specialized Professional Tile Installation System in the market. Some of the most significant developments the Weco® research team has been able to develop include W-3000 FAST™, a rapid curing thin set product that cures in just 4 hours upon application, W-3000 XLF™, a medium bed and thin set mortar for the installation of large and heavy tile and stone formats, and W-2000 MAXX™, a flexible thin set with Tri-Polymer™ technology, for moisture sensitive applications.
Tile Setting Materials
Weco’s philosophy is to accompany the architect and tile installer in all stages of the tile installation process: (1) Surface Preparation, (2) Tile Setting, (3) Grout Application, and (4) Cleaning and Maintenance. Weco® offers a complete assortment of tile setting materials, that range from surface preparation materials, to polymer-modified and non-polymer tile setting adhesives, for floors, walls and multipurpose applications. Weco’s W-1000 Polymer-Modified thin set is the top seller of the line, and a market’s favorite.
Premium Grouts
Weco® has developed the most complete assortment of professional tile grouts in the market. Its ultra-premium tile grouts are available in 25 Lb bags, and in an innovative 10 Lb plastic packaging that radically expands product shelf life. Weco® has invested in designers’ expert advice to create its 36 Architectural Colors assortment. Weco® grouts are formulated with Polymer Plus™ and Imperm-A-Tech™ technologies, to improve adhesion and repel water and stains.
Cleaning & Maintenance Products
Weco® has developed a number of environmentally friendly solutions to clean, treat and maintain tiles and natural stones. Weco’s WTS Tile System includes: sulfamic acid-based liquid cleaners, high quality waxes and wax removers for domestic and commercial use, and high quality water-based penetrating sealers. Sulfamic acid-based cleaners are the option recommended by the Ceramic Tile Institute of America, as they produce a non-volatile, odorless acidic solution that will not harm tile, grout joints or pigmented surfaces.
Lanco & Harris Orlando Manufacturing Plant
Orlando, Florida Lanco USA Tel. 407-240-4000 Fax. 407-240-4046
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Lanco Guatemala Distribution Center
Ciudad de Guatemala, Guatemala Lanco Guatemala Tel. 502-6685-6668 Fax. 502-6685-6695
Lanco El Salvador Distribution Center
San Salvador, El Salvador Lanco El Salvador Tel. 503-231-96530 Fax. 503-231-96531
Lanco Nicaragua Distribution Center
Managua, Nicaragua Lanco Nicaragua Tel. 505-251-3940 Fax. 505-251-3942
Lanco Mfg. Corp. S.A Manufacturing Plant
Alajuela, Costa Rica Lanco Centro América S.A. Tel. 506-2438-2257 Fax. 506-2438-2162
Lanco Panamá Distribution Center
Panamá City, Panamá Lanco Panamá Tel. 507-232-7880 Fax. 507-232-7883
Corlanc Manufacturing Plant
Medellín, Colombia Lanco & Corona Tel. 57(1)644-7500
Key: Manufacturing Plant Distribution Center Blanco Group’s Presence
Lanco & Harris Miami Distribution Center
Miami, Florida Lanco Miami Tel. 305-638-5050 Fax. 305-635-5050
Lanco Mfg. Corp. Manufacturing Plant
San Lorenzo, Puerto Rico Lanco Manufacturing Corp. Tel. 787-736-4221 Fax. 787-736-5313
Harris Paints Manufacturing Plant
Bayamón, Puerto Rico Harris Paints Corp. Tel. 787-798-1005 Fax: 787-798-3555
Max Chemical (Crossco) Manufacturing Plant
Río Piedras, Puerto Rico Crossco Tel. 787-765-6100 Fax: 787-753-1735
Enco Mfg. Corp. Manufacturing Plant
Cidra, Puerto Rico Enco Manufacturing Corp. Tel. 787-739-8838 Fax: 787-739-2242
Weco Manufacturing Plant
Vega Alta, Puerto Rico Weco Tel. 787-739-3751 Fax: 787-739-2242
Lanco Mfg. Corp. CxA Manufacturing Plant
Santo Domingo, Rep. Dominicana Lanco Dominicana CxA Tel. 809-826-2626 Fax. 809-826-2929
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