Our history

A Story as Solid as Steel

It all began in the golden age of mechanics and manufacturing, more than a century ago, when Arthur Renaud worked at the Rand Drill Machine factory. Determined and confident, he decided to leave the factory to start his own business and develop his full potential.

1920

Early 1920s

Arthur Renaud moves to Magog where he opens his machining and welding workshop.
1929

Arthur Renaud inc.

The workshop becomes a full company under the name of Arthur Renaud inc.
1940

Saint-Jean Bosco church

The Renaud family builds the ornamental iron parts for the Saint-Jean Bosco church.
1950

Mid 1950s

The youngest son, Jean Renaud, takes over the business, following in his father's footsteps.
1977

Jean Renaud

Jean Renaud takes over the running of the company.
2001

January 2001

Jean Renaud's nephew and Arthur Renaud's grandson, François Maclure, takes over the family business after his uncle's death.
2003

Change of course for the company

Change of course for the company - all the machining equipment is sold, and the company now focuses exclusively on welding.
2022

Launch of a specialized company

Launch of a specialized company - François Maclure and Sarah Tyo create the new division: Escalier Acier Design par Saramac Distribution.

Our Four Proud Owners

Arthur Renaud, the Man Behind This Great Story

Convinced of his talent for mechanics and metal, Arthur Renaud decided to launch his company in the middle of an industrial boom. For many years, the Rand called on him to provide solutions to the most difficult tasks.

This founder was involved in many projects that made the company successful. He designed and created the first operating table for La Providence Hospital.

Jean Renaud, Quality First

Jean Renaud worked alongside his father for nearly 20 years before taking over the reins of the company by himself. At that time, he focused more on the quality of his work, attention to detail and precision.

He’ll carry out the most elaborated and detailed projects that the biggest firms refuse to do. He was determined to preserve the atmosphere and traditions his father had established.

François Maclure, Innovating Towards New Challenges

François Maclure, Jean Renaud's nephew, took over the company quite naturally. Fascinated by metal and mechanics since his childhood, he was able to maintain the company's original vocation before taking on new challenges.

He hired new employees to meet the needs of a new and diversified clientele, such as hydroelectric companies and railroads. He then focused on welding. Since then, the company has continued to evolve, and François Maclure now offers staircase design.

Sarah Tyo,

Sarah Tyo, François Maclure's daughter-in-law, joined the team as the first female owner. With her background in administration and management, they form a complete and dynamic team.

François takes care of all the production and Sarah of the sales and other administrative tasks. The new partnership is bubbling with ideas and already has a future full of new projects.

We have a strong and multi-talented team at your disposal to build the staircase that suits you!

Contact us now to share your ideas.

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