History

From the Beginning Until Today

The company was started by Mr. Gregoire Lapointe in 1979 with a surface of 1,500 square feet. Five years later, the building increased by 2,000 square feet to answer requests which never stop growing. In 1987, the building increased again by 2,500 square feet. And finally, in 1994, a last enlarging being equivalent to 2,000 square feet is builded to bring the total surface to 8,000 square feet.

 
Former building at the time of foundation

Various modifications

At the begining, 2 conventionnal lathes, 2 milling, 2 milling machines, 1 iron saw, 1 press, 1 chain block enable him to start the company.

Over the years, in Ontario where he has lived Mr. Gregoire Lapointe had gained experience giving him the knowledge to resolve problem and hability to adapt various pieces of machinery. His expertise is highly appreciate from his customers.

 
Interior of the former building

Interior of the former building

In 1980, his son Marcel, joined him. In 1984, Marcel acquired shares in the compagny and a new company was formed. In 2001, Marcel acquired the remaining shares and become the sole proprietor. He is still a working employer. But Mr Gregoire is still an active member of the team and keep on sharing his good advises and well known expertise for the customers.

   
     

721, Route 263, Lambton (Québec), G0M 1H0
Telephone :(418) 486-7747 - Fax: (418) 486-7067
Email : info@gre-mar.com