About Us
Providing Solutions, Not Just Products.
“Our purpose is to exceed expectations in our service and products resulting in success for both the customer and MegaChem.”
Our Mission
To deliver unparalleled service and products that drive mutual success for our customers and us.
Customer Service
We pride ourselves on nurturing lasting relationships with our clients. Our dedication ensures you receive products on time and within budget.
Fast Delivery
Centrally located in North Carolina, MegaChem guarantees rapid shipment. With a fully stocked warehouse and trusted partnerships with carriers, whether you need a truckload or just a pallet, place your order by noon, and it ships the same day.
Our Story
MegaChem’s roots trace back to 1979 when Ron Owen and Bill Pieper laid its foundation as Materials Marketing Associates. By 1982, with new leadership under Cliff Barton, the company transformed into MegaChem, focusing exclusively on industrial containers. The company underwent several significant transitions, including its acquisition by WinterBell in 2001 and its eventual independent status under Richard Lewis in 2018. Today, after over four decades in business, MegaChem operates out of a 45,000 sq. ft facility in High Point, ever-evolving and committed to delivering unparalleled value.
Ron Owen, originally from Reidsville, NC, found himself working for a coating, adhesive, sealant, and elastomer distribution company in Texas. After spending many hot days in Texas, Ron desperately wanted to return to his native NC. Using the market and product knowledge gained in Texas; Ron figured he could move back to NC and start a distribution company based on the same model as the company he worked for in Texas. Ron invited a business associate, Bill Pieper, from Cincinnati to join him, and in 1979 they started Materials Marketing Associates.
In 1982 MegaChem was a new company with new ownership. Cliff Barton hit the road as the new owner and worked the southeast extensively. The initial distribution business consisted of both raw materials and containers, but as time passed Cliff realized that the raw materials required extensive testing and a much longer sales cycle than the industrial container business did. Cliff began changing MegaChem’s business model and the focus shifted over entirely to industrial containers. Cliff ran the business for close to twenty years when he was approached by WinterBell Company with an interest to buy the business.
WinterBell, a paperboard packaging company that started business in 1960, was looking to diversify into some new packaging related markets. Cliff was not quite ready to retire, but agreed to sell the business in 2001 to WinterBell and stay on as a consultant for a transition period to help train the WinterBell staff on the market and the products. Cliff also introduced WinterBell sales and management to MegaChem’s suppliers and customers. MegaChem continued to operate as a wholly owned subsidiary of WinterBell enjoying steady growth over the next 10+ years.
In 2014, the Bell Family decided to sell WinterBell, and consequently MegaChem. Richard Lewis, Mr. Bell’s grandson, bought the company and became the 3rd generation to enter and manage the family packaging business. Both WinterBell and MegaChem continued to operate in the same facility utilizing joint resources.
The paper and paperboard industry continued to consolidate, and in 2018, conversations started between WinterBell and Case Paper, another paper and paperboard converter headquartered in Harrison, NY. Case Paper was looking to move production into this geographic region, and after many conversations between the two companies, Richard Lewis sold WinterBell paperboard converting to Case Paper, and remained on board as the General Manager of the converting facility in High Point. MegaChem was excluded from the sale, and continued to operate under Lewis’ ownership. Case Paper WinterBell and MegaChem continued to grow, and in 2021, Lewis left Case Paper to join MegaChem full time.
MegaChem continued its growth through 2021 with another record sales year. The business moved to a larger facility in High Point where it is now operating out of 45,000 square feet with room to expand. In business now for forty-five + years, MegaChem continues to look for new ways to grow its business by offering new products, exploring new markets, and providing exceptional quality at the finest service levels. This is the value proposition MegaChem offers, and as a closely knit family owned business, this is the way we want to do business with both our suppliers and customers.
Core Values - "CAFI"
Community Focused
As a family-owned, locally operated business, we’re invested in our region and provide a personal touch with every interaction.
Accountable
We prioritize the customer, ensuring quality, integrity, and attention to every detail.
Flexible
We’re dedicated to meeting your needs, ensuring customer satisfaction at every step.
Innovative
More than just products, we offer outside-the-box solutions.
Testimonials
MegaChem has also been a reliable partner when it comes to delivery and logistics. They understand the importance of timely and efficient shipping, especially when dealing with large manufacturers, and they have never let us down. Overall, I highly recommend MegaChem to any business in need of packaging solutions. Their expertise, quality products, and exceptional customer service make them a trusted and valuable partner in the industry
Operations Manager
Not only do they offer a wide range of packaging options, but their team is also incredibly knowledgeable and always willing to go the extra mile to ensure that we have the right solutions for our customers. Their attention to detail and commitment to customer satisfaction is truly commendable.
Owner
I have been working with Mega Chem for 20 years now, and I couldn’t be happier with their people, products and services. As our main packaging distributor, they have consistently gone above and beyond and provided us with exactly what we need at competive pricing. They have the ability to stock all of our products in their warehouse and deliver just in time inventory to our locations which not only saves us space by money as well
Vice President of Procurement