but I want to do more. I wanted to optimize the process and equipment we were selling. So, in 2023, we developed new products that used advanced materials like high-tensile and abrasion-resistant steel,” Desjardins says. So, while the technology behind Leiko Equipment’s products may not differ from what is found in the industry, the quality of its materials is far superior. This results in trench safety products that balance all of the factors frequently considered by clients before purchasing. The goal is to create trench boxes that balance strength, weight, and cost. “It’s hard to optimize all three criteria…it’s easy to make the strongest or the lightest box or even the cheapest box. We are aiming for the box with the best weight-to-performance ratio versus cost to deliver the best overall solution,” Desjardins explains. Leiko Equipment currently sells its products to three main client types: rental companies, contractors, and cities and municipalities. Leiko Equipment’s commitment to quality, responsiveness, and customization has already earned the trust of clients who value durability and precision in their trench safety solutions. So, as it expands, its meticulous quality control will surely lead to larger and better client pools, especially considering that it is the only company in Quebec that manufactures this type of equipment. ADVANCING THROUGH MATERIAL OPTIMIZATION AND SUPPLY CHAIN RESILIENCE Innovation is central to Leiko Equipment’s approach and has been a key differentiating factor for the company. “We started in this business using standard equipment, manufacturing standard products… 5 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 12, ISSUE 01 LEIKO EQUIPMENT INC.
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