Our Story

Our strategically located facility was commissioned in 1982 and purchased under private ownership in 2018 operating as Calgary L&G Inc. Today, it stands as the only significant operation of its kind in Canada, west of Toronto, Ontario. During the acquisition of the plant, we were fortunate to retain key employees, bringing with them decades of experience in grease formulation, manufacturing, testing and packaging. 

Calgary L&G began grease manufacturing by developing several of our own proprietary formulations.  These greases were developed in consultation with our end customers, considering their specific applications and requirements.  To date we have developed 11 different formulations, including a lithium calcium multi purpose grease that has been licensed as HPM+LT. Beyond our capacity to manufacture over 10 million kilograms of grease annually, our accomplished scientists and technicians continue to expand our technologies and capabilities. The operation is complete with a sizable warehouse and robust Research, Product Development and Quality Control Laboratory. In addition, we have a large tank farm, bulk truckload rack and rail sidings to ensure specialized storage and handling of finished blended oils and base fluids for grease manufacturing.

We have a demonstrated ability to scale up and meet changing market demands and customer requirements. Calgary L&G began full production in 2020, manufacturing three of our own products and two customer formulations for a total of 166,000 kilograms.  Our portfolio grew in the coming years, with an additional four Calgary L&G and five customer formulations added to production in 2021.  We saw further growth in 2022, adding another four Calgary L&G formulations to production and a further six customer formulations, including the introduction of bentonite greases.  Growth continued in 2023 and 2024 with the addition of two more Calgary L&G greases and three customer formulations. We have a total of 11 Calgary L&G formulations and 14 customer formulations in active production representing nearly 4 million kilograms. We currently manufacture lithium, lithium complex, lithium calcium and bentonite greases.  

Calgary L&G has also developed a suite of calcium sulfonate greases with various technical specifications and applications.  Given our strong track record in scaling up new formulations, we are fully prepared to begin commercial production in spring of 2025.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Management

The Management of Calgary L&G is committed to providing and maintaining a safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible work environment for all employees, contractors, and visitors. Safety is a fundamental value at Calgary L&G, and all levels of the organization—managers, supervisors, employees, and contractors—share the responsibility of promoting and sustaining a strong safety culture.

We recognize that personal safety, incident prevention, and environmental protection are collective responsibilities. Everyone at Calgary L&G is empowered to identify hazards, take proactive steps to mitigate risks, and actively participate in the development of practical solutions to Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) challenges.

To support this commitment, Calgary L&G emphasizes the following key principles:

• Preventative Maintenance: Equipment and facilities are maintained through scheduled inspections and servicing to reduce risk and ensure operational reliability.

• Training & Competency: All employees and contractors receive comprehensive training and are assessed to ensure they are competent to perform their duties safely and in compliance with applicable requirements.

• Continuous Improvement: We are committed to regularly reviewing and improving our HSE programs, systems, and practices to adapt to changing conditions and learn from experience.

• Hazard Identification & Control: We actively identify, assess, and control workplace hazards to minimize risk and prevent incidents.

• Incident Reporting & Investigation: All incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions must be reported promptly. Investigations are conducted to determine root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

• Emergency Preparedness: Calgary L&G maintains and regularly tests emergency response plans to ensure readiness and minimize impacts in the event of an emergency.

We also operate in full compliance with applicable provincial legislation, industry-recommended practices, and internal policies and procedures. Every individual working with Calgary L&G is expected to uphold these standards, act responsibly, and prioritize the safety of themselves and others.

Finally, Calgary L&G recognizes the importance of environmental stewardship and is committed to conducting its operations with due care and consideration for minimizing environmental impact. Environmental protection is integrated into operational planning and execution at all levels.

Together, we will maintain a safe, respectful, and sustainable workplace through shared responsibility and unwavering commitment.

Quality Policy

Calgary L&G Manufacturing, Packaging, Terminal, and Warehousing Facility

We will strive to outperform our competition by providing quality products and services that meet or exceed the expectations of our target customers in the most cost-effective manner available. We are committed to the continued improvement of our Quality Management System to support this goal. Specifically, we commit to:

• Regular gathering and monitoring of customer feedback

• Development and monitoring of measurable and meaningful key performance indicators

• Training and development of employees

• Regular audit of internal processes

• Developing and improving efficient service delivery and a service-centric culture through the setting of measurable objectives for all business units

• Implementing and promoting risk-based thinking in all processes and business operations.

Corporate objectives shall be set having regard to this policy.

Debbie Dresen, Chief Executive Officer

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