About Us

Company Overview

Canada's Largest Privately Owned Metal Finisher - Leading North America Since 1947

Acadian Group is the largest privately owned metal finisher in Canada and one of the leading companies in North America. Established in 1947, we comprise eight companies that bring decades of expertise in metal finishing, offering high-quality products, innovative finishes, and exceptional customer service. Our services include Barrel Zinc (Trivalent), Rack Zinc (Trivalent), Barrel Zinc Phosphate, Mechanical Galvanizing, Zinc/Nickel Alloy, Zinc/Iron Alloy, and Lead-Free E-Coat Paint systems with comprehensive baking facilities.

With over a quarter million square feet of production space and a network of production facilities capable of offering various finishes at each location, Acadian Group ensures efficient and cost-effective processing for your projects. Our experienced and long-standing team of professionals has pioneered new finishes, refined traditional ones, and introduced innovative processes to maintain excellent quality, flexibility, and fast turnaround times. We serve primarily the automotive and construction industries, with our fleet of over twenty trucks ensuring reliable pick-up and delivery services across North America.

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Our Mission

At Acadian Group, delivering superior metal finishing solutions is our top priority. We specialize in Barrel Zinc (Trivalent), Rack Zinc (Trivalent), Barrel Zinc Phosphate, Mechanical Galvanizing, Zinc/Nickel Alloy, Zinc/Iron Alloy, and Lead-Free E-Coat Paint systems. We are committed to adhering to international quality standards, including ISO 14001 certification, while maintaining environmental responsibility through automated waste treatment systems and sustainable production practices.
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What We Achieved

Excellence in metal finishing since 1947.
Acadian Group comprises eight companies bringing decades of expertise in metal finishing. Our fleet of over twenty trucks ensures timely pick-up and delivery, meeting tight schedules with reliability and care across North America. Our R&D labs conduct comprehensive tests on mass balance, pH, conductivity, and corrosion resistance, with corporate training centers ensuring consistent quality across all operations.
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Behind Our Success

Metal Finishing
Expert

Production Leader
Our experienced team has pioneered new finishes and refined traditional ones since 1947.

Quality Control
Specialist

ISO 14001 Lead
Ensuring adherence to international quality standards with comprehensive testing.

R&D
Innovation Lead

Research Director
Leading research in new materials and applications with advanced testing facilities.

Environmental
Safety Manager

Sustainability Lead
Managing automated waste removal and treatment systems for environmental responsibility.