Consistently evolving expertise
It’s a bit of a paradox that we’ve remained nimble enough to adapt to countless technological changes while still retaining our employees, many for over forty years. It speaks to the family nature of our company and the collaborative mentoring that goes on with the next generation of problem-solvers who are learning from our seasoned industry veterans.
Of course, we keep abreast of the latest technological advances to ensure we always have cutting edge processes and equipment.
1945
Company established with one 5,000 sq. foot building in Vancouver, BC
1952
Acquired by Len MacDonald, engineer from Eburne Sawmills to manufacture seal segments for hydraulic de-barkers
1955
Joins CME (Canadian Manufacturers & Exports Association of Canada)
1962
Acquired by the firm’s auditor, Ian Howard of Dyke & Howard (now D&H Group), with a vision that “the future is in plastic”
1963 – 1978
Three additional 5,000 sq. foot buildings added
1981 – 1987
Vancouver & Surrey facilities in full operation
1988
Operations consolidated to Surrey location, built out to 50,000+ sq. feet
1991
Acquired by Greg & Brent Howard
1994
Now one of the largest consumers of custom coloured ABS plastic in Canada for telephones, desk accessories and chip carriers.
1996
First company in BC to be “Lean Certified” by Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters Association of Canada
1998
One of three founding members of the “Consortium for Manufacturing Excellence in BC”
2008
Begins operation of ISO Class 7 (10,000) clean room
2010
First accepted for registration to ISO 13485: 2003
2012
Becomes an FDA (Federal Drug Administration) registered manufacturer
2015
Wins CME-BC (Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters BC) “Manufacturer of the Year Award”
2017
Successfully passes first FDA inspection
2019
Transitions to new leadership team
2020
75th year in business
Mission
“Molding ideas that matter” – We make products for our customers that matter in the world, that serve a purpose, and make lives better. Our purpose means that we better the lives of our employees, customers, suppliers, and end-users.
Vision
“Be a global provider of superior injection molded products that helps find efficiencies and improve quality of life.”
Values
Our Leadership Team
Matthew Howard
Patrick Howard
Bill Cochlin
Stephen Howarth
Loan Grange
Dave Goodison
Our Partners
