Antex Western, Ltd.

For over 80 years Antex Western has been synonymous with the integrity, expertise and skilled workmanship that have made the company an industry leader in installing interior commercial building products in Manitoba. Built on innovation and attention to detail, Antex Western has stood the test of time. The company became employee owned (purchased by the management team) in 2004. The management is comprised of Mike Kolas, President and CEO, Bryan Demarcke, Manager Special Projects Division, Brian Fedorchuk, Manager Flooring Division, Joseph Ng, Chief Estimator, Sal Maida, Manager Hard Surfaces Division and Ken Klohn, Manager Alberta and British Columbia Operations. The management and long-time employees represent over 200 years of industry experience. Under the leadership of the directors, the company has more than quadrupled its annual sales from the time of purchase. Antex Western has operations in Winnipeg, MB, Edmonton AB, Fort McMurray AB and Vancouver BC. Working in the area of the commercial construction industry is the companyÕs strength and where it shines. Antex Western has worked closely with professionals, clients and owners of office complexes, hospitals, educational institutions, airports, museums and sports complexes. Antex Western can handle a wide variety of contracting ranging from hundreds to millions of dollars. From access floors, to finish flooring and mechanical insulation and sprayed fireproofing, Antex Western always applies commitment and craftsmanship to building finishes. In 2004, Antex Western was uniquely recognized by Starnet, the world's leading commercial flooring partnership. The company is one of only thirteen (13) flooring contractors in Canada selected by Starnet to join its elite network of North American commercial flooring dealers.