User:IanAppleton/Kerax limited

Kerax Limited - known as 'Kerax' was originally started as a wax blending business in 1962 by Tom Willcox.

It has been operating under various names and ownerships during the course of the years. Originally Kerax, then Dussek Campbell Ltd, BP Global Special Products, H&R ESP Limited and then finally Kerax Limited.

The business is under the control and ownership of Ian Appleton following a management buyout from the then owners - H&R Wasag AG - on 7th July 2006. Late in 2005 the business was earmarked for closure with the loss of 60 jobs following the sale of the business to continental wax manufacturer - Paramelt Ltd. However, the whole deal did not go through, leaving a small part remaining, this was bought by Ian Appleton. A survival plan was initiated and the business grew. Following the completion of a 5 year non-compete clause with Paramelt in October 2010, Kerax was free to explore traditional wax markets. The company is located in Chorley and employs around 50 people on a 4 acre site.