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SP Richards was founded by brothers Samuel Paul and JJ Richards.<\/p>\n

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

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Formally Norwestra, S.P. Richards Canada was acquired by S.P. Richards, of Atlanta, GA.<\/p>\n

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S.P. Richards Canada was acquired by Novexco giving Canadian ownership to Canada’s largest Business Supplies and JanSan Wholesaler.<\/span><\/p>\n

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