Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Building Materials Supplier in Leesburg
At South Carolina Minerals, we have dedicated ourselves to manufacturing high-quality products for the swimming pool and construction industries since our founding in 1971. Our commitment to innovation, demonstrated through groundbreaking developments like the world's first integrated cement-power-lime plant, has positioned us as an industry leader. As a 100% employee-owned company, we ensure stability for our customers, vendors, and communities by aligning our team's success with client satisfaction.With over 100 employees and subsidiaries specializing in pool finishes, aggregates, and logistics, we maintain environmentally responsible practices while delivering superior service and cutting-edge solutions across the United States and Canada.
Services
Pool Plaster
Aggregate Products
Polished Marble Coatings
Custom Color Mixing
Logistics Services
Details
- Year established: 1971
Highlights and features
- 100% employee-owned company since 2018 with 50+ years industry experience
- Pioneered integrated cement-power-lime plant technology in the 1980s
- Maintain reclaimed wetlands at all mining locations for environmental stewardship
- Operate 3 manufacturing plants across FL, TX, and CA with nationwide distribution
- Vertical integration controls quality from raw materials to finished products
Services
Pool Plaster
CL Industries produces swimming pool plaster and exposed aggregate finishes through proprietary material blending. Our pre-mixed products ensure flawless application for both residential and commercial pool projects. The Orlando and Fort Worth facilities support nationwide distribution.
Aggregate Products
Universal Aggregate Solutions provides specialty aggregates for pools, decks, and infrastructure. We offer ceramic-coated quartz, river pebbles, and industrial sands for applications ranging from countertops to nuclear facilities.
Polished Marble Coatings
Aquavations develops polished marble pool systems for luxury residential and commercial installations. Our advanced coatings combine aesthetic beauty with durability, supported by proprietary polishing tools and accessories.
Logistics Services
Mallard Global Logistics operates specialized trucking fleets for aggregate transportation. We provide nationwide shipping across the United States and cross-border delivery to Canada.
Custom Color Mixing
ASM offers custom color mixing services for pool finishes and building materials. Our formulation capabilities support architectural specifications for builders, designers, and homeowners worldwide.
People
F. Browne Gregg
Founder
WWII Silver Star recipient who founded South Carolina Minerals in 1971. Pioneered innovative construction technologies and established the company's environmental stewardship principles before passing in 2014.
Blaine Johnson
President and CEO
Current CEO who led the transition to employee ownership in 2018. Continues Gregg's legacy with commitments to community, innovation, and operational excellence across the company's subsidiaries.
Questions
What does South Carolina Minerals specialize in?
We specialize in manufacturing pool finishes, aggregates, and building materials through our subsidiary companies across the US.
Is South Carolina Minerals employee-owned?
Yes, since 2018 we have been 100% employee-owned through an ESOP structure.
How long has the company been in business?
Our founder established the company in 1971, with continuous operations for over 50 years.
What environmental initiatives do you have?
We maintain reclaimed wetlands at mining locations and utilize waste materials in our production processes.
Where are your facilities located?
Our primary facilities operate in Florida, Texas, and California with nationwide logistics coverage.
What subsidiaries do you operate?
Our family includes CL Industries, Universal Aggregate Solutions, Aquavations, and Mallard Global Logistics.
