In operation since 1908, Armtec is Canada's leading manufacturer and marketer of drainage products and engineered solutions for infrastructure applications for public and private sector customers.

Armtec's products and technical services have been employed in some of Canada 's largest infrastructure projects.

Armtec's business is diversified by product segments, end-use markets and geographic regions. In 2006, Armtec generated 56 per cent of revenues from public infrastructure.

Armtec operates a national network of 31 sales offices and manufacturing sites, putting Armtec people and its products close to customers, no matter where they are located. The Armtec division currently employs approximately 361 persons on average on a full-time equivalent basis and the Con-Force division employs approximately 122 full-time employees

Armtec's business is characterized by consistent revenue and EBITDA performance, as demonstrated in the following two charts:

	Strong brand recognition and reputation Technical expertise Economies of scale Partnership with suppliers Diversity of business Diversity of customer base National sales team Management expertise