The LAGUERRE Group, chemical expertise since 1860
Based in Saint-Étienne-du-Rouvray, Normandy, the LAGUERRE Group designs, formulates and manufactures chemical solutions for industry, construction, printing and demanding technical applications.
A committed, independent family-owned industrial group
Founded in 1860, the LAGUERRE Group is an independent family business recognised for its expertise in manufacturing chemical products for industry and the construction sector.
Its expertise includes paints, varnishes, packaging inks, waterproofing resins and specialty chemicals. The Group also provides complete contract-manufacturing services: dispersion, mixing, milling, packaging and storage.
This integrated expertise enables industrial companies to outsource all or part of their production within a controlled regulatory environment, with the flexibility required to meet specifications, volumes and market-specific constraints.
Direct, lasting relationships
Accessible teams, rapid decisions and close technical support.
Multi-market expertise
Industry, construction, packaging, printing, vehicle care and fine chemicals.
A culture of innovation
R&D and quality-control laboratories developing application-specific solutions.
Complete control of the value chain
On one site, the Group brings together the skills required to support a product from formulation through to market-ready supply.
Research & Development
Formulation, testing, optimisation and development of specific chemical solutions.
Quality control
Raw-material approval, production monitoring and testing of finished products.
Production
Dispersion, mixing, milling and manufacturing using equipment suited to each process.
Packaging
Contract packaging in formats and volumes adapted to each customer’s requirements.
Logistics & storage
Flow management, regulated storage and preparation of domestic and export shipments.
Technical assistance
Support during implementation, problem solving and practical technical advice.
Business development
Understanding requirements, monitoring projects and building long-term partnerships.
A site designed for the requirements of industrial chemistry
Human, technical and regulatory resources that secure projects, guarantee quality and provide genuine production flexibility.
Resources for complex projects
The Saint-Étienne-du-Rouvray site is authorised to store and use different flammable liquids, including alcohols and aliphatic and aromatic solvents, within the applicable prefectural authorisations.
Outsource without losing control
The Group supports manufacturers wishing to outsource all or part of their production, with controlled processes, flexible organisation and structured documentation.
Developments supported by R&D
The Group has developed special varnishes for glass and PVC, as well as liquid rotogravure and flexographic inks in water-based and solvent-based systems.
Verifiable commitments and accessible documents
Access the current certificates and the Group’s corporate presentation.
ISO 9001 certificate
Quality-management system — current certificate.
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Environmental-management system — current certificate.
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Overview of the LAGUERRE Group’s activities, expertise and industrial capabilities.
Open brochure ↗People, professions and expertise
A series of short videos introducing the Group, its teams and the professions that bring customer projects to life.
Introducing the LAGUERRE Group
An introduction to the Group’s industrial history, activities and manufacturing capabilities.
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LAGUERRE Group — Episode 1
Meet the teams and discover the Group’s customer-focused culture.
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LAGUERRE Group — Episode 2
Discover the departments and the way the organisation works.
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LAGUERRE Group — Episode 3
A complementary look at the Group’s professions and in-house expertise.
Watch on YouTube ↗More than 160 years of industrial development
Developments, acquisitions, certifications and investments have progressively shaped the Group as it operates today.
The company is founded in Sotteville by Adrien Laguerre.
The business moves to the Saint-Étienne-du-Rouvray industrial estate.
First ISO 9001 certification.
Acquisition of BADACHE, a manufacturer of products for the construction industry.
Creation of the LAGUERRE CHIMIE entity.
Acquisition of CACI, specialising in fine chemicals and resins.
Acquisition of CSFI for printing products and Lemarchand Frères for agricultural infrastructure.
Acquisition of BRANCHER KINGSWOOD’s liquid-ink activities for packaging.
Acquisition of AUXIBIO laboratories, a manufacturer of environmentally responsible chemicals.
Creation of a new logistics building.
Production of hydroalcoholic hand sanitiser.
First ISO 14001 certification.
MASE commitment charter and extension of the new building.
Development of UV inks.
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