About Us
Building chemistry through teamwork. creativity. research. curiosity. integrity. sustainability. service. solutions.
Momar is more than “building” chemistry. Sure, you can (and should) use our solutions in, on, and around your building, but we are also building chemistry, as in creating it — not just with products, but with people. Since 1947, we have built a legacy of creating true partnerships with our customers, salespeople, staff, and business associates that result in strong bonds, loyalty, and a sense of family, the likes of which you don’t run across too often these days.
Who We Are
Founded in 1947 in Atlanta, Georgia by Sam Mohr, Momar has been a family-owned, family-operated, and family-centered company from the beginning. At the heart of our business family is our dedicated sales organization — the driving force behind our success.
Sam understood that a solutions-oriented sales force supported by a flexible, problem-solving company will always add tremendous value to its customers. He understood that the company must stand behind its products and that it must always be willing to tackle customers’ challenges as if they were its own.
Now in our third generation of family ownership, we faithfully follow the guidelines set forth in Sam’s philosophy; we continue hiring and keeping the best and most experienced salespeople in our industry and providing the best service and solutions for our customers, a tradition of success we are proud to honor.
Behind the scenes
Our History
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1947
Sam Mohr opens the doors to Momar, Inc., a chemical manufacturing company established from a salesperson’s perspective - the guiding philosophy that continues today.
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1953
The original Momar management and MoChem sales force, the backbone of our founding philosophy.
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1957
Momar expands and relocates its corporate headquarters to the current location, 1830 Ellsworth Industrial Dr., Atlanta, GA 30318.
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1966
Sam Mohr's son, Julian Mohr Sr., becomes President of Momar, continuing to drive successful growth on the strength of his father's vision.
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1978
The AquaTrol division is founded to formulate and manufacture advanced water treatment products.
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1985
The LuBest division is founded to manufacture high-performance greases and oils to meet every lubrication need.
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1990
The MoMarket division is developed specifically to answer the cleaning and sanitizing challenges of the food processing industry.
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1999
The MinTech division is established to address material handling needs across several industries, including mining and power production.
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2003
Among the first in the industry, Momar launches its Greenaction Product Line of environmentally friendly cleaning products.
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2006
Several of Momar’s Greenaction solutions are approved to carry the EPA Safer Choice label, meaning they are safer for workers and the environment.
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2008
Julian Mohr, Jr. becomes the third generation leader charged with ensuring that Momar's founding principles continue into the future.
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2009
The Handyman division, specializing in tools and hardware, is established.
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2010
The Safetyman division is established to address industrial safety needs.
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2013
Momar achieves Champion Status through the Safer Detergents Stewardship Initiative, recognizing our commitment to using green chemistry whenever possible.
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2016
Momar receives Green Seal™ approval on Tough-As-Nails Green and Pry-Bar, two effective and environmentally preferred floor cleaners.
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2017
Momar acquires Superco Specialty Products, expanding our presence in the western half of the United States.
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2017
Momar forms a strategic partnership with Widespread Industrial Supplies, expanding our customer base for our sales force.
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2018
Momar acquires AIS Specialty Products, further increasing our service capabilities on the west coast of the United States.
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2019
Momar receives OMRI listed status for several products in the MinTerra line of solutions for the fertilizer industry.
