Cobourg, Ontario (December 10, 2007): Arxx Building Products Inc. and Apex Construction Systems, Inc. announced today that they have signed an agreement to merge the two companies. In response to increasing demand for building products with environmental and sustainable qualities, the combined firm is well positioned to be the leading supplier of energy efficient ICF block in North America.
"Apex is a strong manufacturing organization with innovative recycled ICF block technology", said Frank O'Dea, CEO of Arxx, "and Arxx has a history of market leadership in ICF with well-established sales and distribution channels throughout North America. The complementary strengths of both companies now are combined to create an unrivalled offering in the sustainable building market."
"This merger demonstrates our commitment to the development of innovative green building systems", said Jim Miller, former CEO of Apex and now named VP Operations for the new Arxx organization, "together we will be focused on the growing market for sustainable building practices." The combined company will operate as Arxx Building Products.
Contact Information: For further information visit www.arxxwalls.com or contact Michelle Evans, Arxx Building Products at 1.800.293.3210 ext. 239 or email: mevans@arxxwalls.com.
Arxx Building Products
800 Division St.
Cobourg ON K9A 5V2
Toll free: 1-800-293-3210
Tel: 905-373-0004
Fax: 905-373-8301
email: info@arxxbuild.com