SPI Health and Safety launches a new partnership model in Canada

BLAINVILLE, QC, April 22, 2015 /CNW Telbec/ - Canadian leader in occupational health and safety products and services, SPI Health and Safety announced today an important partnership with M.A.S. Chibougamau, now a member of the SPI Partner Network. M.A.S. Chibougamau is a company specializing in wholesale and retail distribution of industrial products and services for the mining, forestry, heavy industrial and automotive sectors.  

"SPI Health and Safety pursues its growth strategy, focusing on national Solutions and Services, supported by the leadership of regional partners," explained Mr. Robert Courteau, President and CEO of the company. "This partnership is the first of its kind in Canada for SPI. By leveraging the expertise and regional presence of it's partners, SPI Health and Safety invests in the strength of a vast network."

With this long-term agreement, M.A.S. Chibougamau becomes a key player in Northern Quebec, offering turnkey services to local businesses, especially for the supply of health and safety products and services. In fact, M.A.S. will now benefit from SPI Health and Safety's purchasing power, distribution infrastructure, KOSTO exclusive brand as well as the support of its consulting and fire protection services.

"By becoming a partner with a major company like SPI Health and Safety, we are positioning ourselves as an added value multiservice center. Our customers already appreciate the expertise of our team, our ability to provide targeted solutions and in-depth service offering. As of today, we also become a regional one stop shop for all occupational health and safety requirements," outlines Mr. Alain Bradette, president of M.A.S. Chibougamau.

This announcement represents an important step in the roll-out of the SPI Partner Network.

About SPI Health and Safety Inc.

A Canadian leader in goods and services related to occupational health and safety, SPI Health and Safety offers both complete and specialized solutions, encompassing the distribution of products, technical services, fire protection services, consulting and training. In 2011, SPI Health and Safety acquired Superior Safety, a Canadian company recognized for more than 40 years for its occupational health and safety products and its complete fire protection offering. Founded in 1972, SPI Health and Safety is a fast-growing company that now has more than 30 points of service across Canada.

To find out more: www.spi-s.com

SOURCE SPI Health and Safety Inc.

Source: Isabelle Delphine, SPI Health and Safety; Information: Diane Jeannotte, Diane Jeannotte Communications, Tel.: [phone], ext. 2, Cell.: 514 772-8019, [email protected]