History

  • 1848

    S.P. Richards is founded by brothers Samuel Paul and JJ Richards.

  • 1975

    The company was acquired by Genuine Parts Company, a Fortune 250 company that specializes in distribution, and logistics. S.P. Richards retained its name.

  • 1998

    Formally Norwestra, S.P. Richards Canada was acquired by S.P. Richards, of Atlanta, GA.

  • 2020

    S.P. Richards Canada was acquired by Novexco giving Canadian ownership to Canada's largest Business Supplies and JanSan Wholesaler.