F-MATIC embarked on its journey in 1981 when the founder, Haruo Miyagi, relocated his young family from Japan to the United States. Operating a small Japanese restaurant in the evenings, he spent his daytime selling gel air fresheners used in public restrooms. Despite facing language barriers, he approached businesses to promote and sell his gel air fresheners. Haruo’s dedication to innovation, learning, and adaptability set the groundwork for the establishment of F-MATIC.
HOW WE STARTED
EXPONENTIAL GROWTH
Over the following decade, F-Matic made significant strides in diverse industries, with our Gel Air Fresheners emerging as a pivotal product for service companies to present to their clientele. This led to F-Matic being acknowledged as the provider of the finest Gel Air Fresheners in the market.
As the demand of our Gel Air Fresheners soared, F-Matic experienced remarkable growth, prompting a strategic move from our humble office space to a spacious commercial building in Lehi, Utah. This expansion marked a significant milestone in our journey, providing us with the infrastructure to better serve our growing customer base and continue our commitment to excellence in the air care industry.
In 2020, F-Matic experienced another phase of growth, prompting the need for an expanded facility. Completed in 2023, this expansion facilitated the consolidation of all injection molding processes in-house. This strategic move ensures meticulous quality control, aligning every product with our elevated standards. Currently, a remarkable 95% of our product offerings are produced in-house.
INNOVATING
In 2008, F-Matic embarked on a groundbreaking venture beyond traditional air fresheners with the addition of our pioneering product, Omniguard. This momentous milestone served as the initial stepping stone that laid the foundation for the innovative and diverse product line that defines F-Matic today.
Soon after, F-Matic proudly presented the Twist, our inaugural 60-day passive air freshener, marking a substantial shift from our Gel Air Freshener. Distinguished by its patented design and exceptional performance, the Twist rapidly ascended to become the flagship product in F-Matic’s lineup. As a testament to the company’s unwavering commitment to innovation and perfection, the Twist underwent two significant upgrades and has evolved into its current iteration. This journey underscores F-Matic’s enduring pursuit of excellence and its ability to adapt to the ever-evolving needs of the market.
MANUFACTURING
Over the years, we’ve evolved and broadened our product portfolio to encompass a diverse array of offerings, spanning air care, skin care, cleaning solutions, urinal products, deodorizers, mats, and paper. Our strategic alliances on a global scale have empowered us to advance our mission of trailblazing innovative and creative solutions to enhance the experience in public spaces.
We’ve transitioned the majority of our production in-house, ensuring that our products are crafted to the highest standards. This significant shift underscores our unwavering commitment to quality control, empowering us to meet orders of any scale. Whether large or small, we’re dedicated to developing and delivering the products you need.
OUR CORE VALUES
Our success is rooted not only in the exceptional quality of our products but also in our attitude, approach, and the way we prioritize our customers. These values form the very fabric of our culture and serve as the foundation for every decision made at F-MATIC.
LEARN
We cultivate a culture of continuous learning and progress. We are dedicated to expanding our skill set and constantly seeking opportunities to enhance our knowledge. By actively acquiring new insights, we not only contribute to the advancement of our industry but also provide learning opportunities for both our employees and clients.
ADAPT
We embrace change as a catalyst for progress. Our unwavering commitment to adapt to a dynamic world enhances our capacity to envision potential even in unexpected areas. By challenging ourselves to embrace new ideas, we not only disrupt the status quo but also sharpen our ability to identify opportunities for growth, both within our company and individually.
CREATE
We believe that curiosity sparks creativity, leading to innovation. Our collective vision for the future propels our team to ask essential questions such as 'Why is that?' 'How can we develop this idea?' and 'What can we do to stand out?' The rich tapestry of our diverse perspectives fuels our shared commitment to craft superior products, refine processes, and deliver outstanding services.
