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InnoRubber360 is a Quebec center of excellence that brings together rubber materials companies with key partners, researchers, and public authorities. By promoting collaborative innovation and productivity, the center focuses on sustainable development and the international influence of the Quebec industry.

Elastomers in Quebec

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$1,9 billions in profit
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5 362 workers
In 2023, 5,080 employees worked in the rubber product manufacturing sector. Additionally, 282 employees were active in the compounding sector. Therefore, the total number of employees in Quebec’s rubber industry amounted to 5,362.
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83 companies
Quebec is home to 83 of the 257 Canadian companies operating in the rubber industry.
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$1,2 billions in exports
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3 industry-leading administrative regions
Estrie, Lanaudière, and Montérégie are the three major employment hubs in Quebec’s rubber industry. Together, these regions account for 71% of the industry’s workforce. Leading the way is Estrie, which alone is home to one out of every three workers in the sector across the province.
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32% female workforce
The share of female workers is higher in the sector of manufacturing other rubber products, where it reaches 41%. Additionally, women are predominantly employed in administrative and management roles, where they are overrepresented compared to the overall employment distribution.

Our members

A leader in the formulation and processing of rubber products, Airboss Engineering Products is an expert in custom rubber compounding and rubber product manufacturing. For over 30 years, Airboss has been producing high-quality custom rubber compounds for the military, industrial, mining, oil, automotive, and tire sectors.

A manufacturer of flooring and specialized rubber products for over 100 years, American Biltrite distributes its products throughout the Americas. With its range of polymers, in-house compound mixing, advanced vulcanization processes, and fully equipped testing facilities, American Biltrite is committed to providing the exact solution to meet all its customers’ needs.

Animat is a globally recognized manufacturer of vulcanized rubber flooring systems, designed specifically to meet the needs of the cattle, dairy and equine industries. The company's 35 years of experience in research and development allows Animat to distribute its 100% recycled rubber solutions, all DLG certified, in more than 50 countries around the world.

A leader in the cement industry for over 142 years, Ash Grove has supplied cement to major infrastructure projects across North America. The CRH Group company is one of the largest cement producers on the new continent with twelve factories as well as two deep-water import terminals. Today, the cement plant is recognized in the industry for the quality of its materials, its reliability and for its commitment to safety.

Bridgestone develops, manufactures and markets a diverse line of original equipment and replacement tires, tire-centric solutions, mobility solutions and other rubber-related products. From Canada to Argentina, more than 55,000 employees spread across 50 different production plants ensure that we maintain the status of a world leader in the development of innovative tire technologies.

Affiliated with the Cégep de Thedford Mines as a research center, Coalia has been providing applied research and technical assistance services related to the development or optimization of innovative product processes for companies and organizations in the plastics and mineral technology sectors since 1984.

Founded in 1871, Continental develops innovative technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. The technology company offers safe and efficient solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. Continental currently employs around 200,000 people in 57 countries and markets.

DeltaGomma is a manufacturing company that specializes in designing high-quality recycled rubber products that meet the strictest standards in the automotive and industrial world. Thanks to its innovative processes, DeltaGomma diverts 5,000 metric tons of industrial rubber and plastic from landfill each year.

Elastomont produces and repairs molded rubber parts. The company also specializes in the coating of rubber tanks, rollers and rubber sheets.

The Elasto Proxy team designs and manufactures custom quantities of low to medium volume industrial rubber and plastic products. Product groups include weatherstripping, rubber bumpers, edge trims, dual durometer rubber, etc. In addition to specialty seals, Elasto Proxy produces custom insulations such as EMI and RFI shielding.

A specialized manufacturer since 1975, Falpaco focuses on the design of injection molds for plastic, rubber, and silicone materials. Its expertise serves a wide range of industries, including public transportation, industrial products, hardware, plumbing, sports equipment, and much more. The Granby-based company also offers product design assistance, product assembly, and pad printing services.

Geocycle provides sustainable waste recycling and recovery solutions for municipalities and industries. As a member of the Holcim Group, the company uses proven methods to reduce resource consumption and carbon emissions, while recycling materials and recovering non-recyclables. Geocycle is committed to promoting the circular economy and decarbonization, thereby helping to improve the environment and the quality of life in local communities.

KrownCORP specializes in the transformation of residual materials into various value-added products. Since 2016, KrownCORP has used green innovation, sustainable development and the circular economy as leverage to propel itself to the top of its industry. Its qualified staff and state-of-the-art equipment have made KrownCORP a key player in the field of transforming rubber and plastic waste into industrial lubricant.

Niedner is a manufacturer of high-performance flexible hoses for the firefighting, municipal, and industrial sectors. Known for its innovative and durable products, Niedner offers customized solutions tailored to the specific needs of its clients. Their commitment to quality and performance has made Niedner a leader in the field of flexible hose technology.

Optimoule is a turnkey mold maker offering high-quality custom injection molding services throughout North America. For over 25 years, Optimoule’s in-house team of designers and engineers has provided mold design, analysis, prototyping, part validation and mold production services.

Phoenix Innovation Technology is a Montreal-based company that specializes in the regeneration of rubber and composite surfaces made of elastomer granules. The company is now known internationally for its unique synthetic turf technology that is now present in more than 7,000 American football and soccer fields worldwide.

PPD Group is a company that offers innovative and integrated solutions from a wide range of polymer and rubber compound products. For 64 years, PPD has developed leading expertise in multiple industries such as transportation, agriculture, industrial equipment, recreational vehicles and much more.

Pro-Flex Rubber is an industry leader in the molding, extrusion, and manufacturing of rubber parts. For over 30 years, the company, based in St-Alphonse de Granby, has been developing and designing ambitious projects throughout the province. Today, it is a key supplier of rubber parts for the public transportation industry. Additionally, except for those used by the NHL, it is the only Canadian manufacturer of official ice hockey pucks.

Royal Mat is proud to design a variety of premium products using recycled rubber. The Beauceville-based company is today known for its production of 100% recycled rubber mudguards, granules and mats. Royal Mat is proud to support workers in the equestrian, dairy and sporting sectors with its environmentally friendly products.

Soluroc is a company specializing in providing customized solutions to protect industrial equipment and preserve its efficiency. It designs innovative anti-wear solutions for industrial equipment.

A creator of quality since 1968, Soucy Baron has become the manufacturing benchmark in the development and integration of elastomer solutions. They support their clients throughout their projects and offer tailor-made solutions. They create high-performance, durable parts that meet the highest standards.

Soucy Techno is a company specializing in the development and manufacturing of customized rubber and dye mixture recipes. Soucy designs and manufactures track systems as well as parts and accessories at the cutting edge of technology.

Technorol is an SME that has been working in the covering of rolls for the graphic arts and industrial sector for over 30 years. Today, the company also offers its services in the transformation of blankets and the distribution of chemical products. Since major asset acquisitions in 2017, Technorol has distributed a very wide range of high-end graphic arts products including paper and envelopes for photocopiers as well as duplicators.

Under the Waterville TG banner, Toyoda Gosei is one of the world's leading manufacturers of rubber and plastic automotive components, safety systems, and LEDs. With a network of 64 group companies in 17 countries and regions, the company offers its wide range of products to customers around the globe.

Our Achievements

K-Show 2025

Sustainable Elastomers & Polymers Mission: technological monitoring and international alliances for Quebec’s rubber and plastics industries. In a competitive context where sustainability is at the heart of industrial concerns, this mission allows over 37 participants from 18 companies to gain direct access to technologies that can transform their processes, reduce their ecological footprint, and increase their international competitiveness. At the same time, B2B meetings with more than 40 European companies are planned.

Collaborative breakthrough innovation project

Development project for environmental impact data (LCA) based on the ingredients that make up 80% of rubber compounds. This project will also allow us to:
• Identify and analyze emerging new raw materials.
• Provide the necessary tools to all Quebec elastomer companies that process compounds.
• Position Quebec’s rubber industry as a global leader in the Green Economy.
• Facilitate access to commercial development in European markets.

Düsseldorf Watch

Benefits for Participating Companies

In addition to the opportunity to receive a significant grant of $1,550 per participant, this technology monitoring mission, held from October 19 to 26, 2022, allowed key decision-makers from the companies participating in this delegation to meet potential new suppliers of equipment and raw materials. Ultimately, 16 participants from 6 different companies took part, including three companies that strengthened our cluster by joining to participate!

DIGITAL ECOSYSTEM

In spring 2024, InnoRubber360 launched an innovative new digital ecosystem. This initiative positions the cluster as a true reference point in the rubber industry. The platform features visibility panels for each cluster member (descriptive profile, interactive map, etc.), relevant documentation, the latest industry news, a calendar of upcoming events, our own marketplace (coming soon), and much more! Our new digital ecosystem is part of a series of concrete actions aimed at promoting the circular economy and fostering new green partnerships within the rubber industry.

CIRCULARITY STUDY OF POST-INDUSTRIAL WASTE

In January 2023, InnoRubber360 launched a large-scale circularity study on elastomers for the entire industry. The Centre de transfert technologique en écologie industrielle (CTTEI) was mandated to carry it out. This project was conducted in four phases, which made it possible to develop circular economy scenarios, reduce landfilling, and identify new recycling pathways. Altogether, it fostered innovation in elastomers to the benefit of Québec’s rubber industry.

EXCHANGE CIRCLES

InnoRubber360 stands out by organizing Exchange Circles for its members every four months. These events provide a unique opportunity for companies to discuss a wide range of topics related to the elastomers sector. Conferences, corporate speed-dating sessions, and research presentations are among the types of workshops offered to participants. The organization of Exchange Circles is a concrete initiative designed to promote the circular economy, sustainable development, and business support.