Our Story
Patio Drummond, the company
The story begins in the 1950s with Charles-Édouard Lemaire
The first generation
The adventure began four generations earlier when Charles-Édouard founded his company specialized in cinder blocks and concrete products on Mercure Boulevard in Drummondville.
Henri - The transition from craftsmanship to industrial production
The second generation
Twenty years later, in 1970, Charles-Édouard’s son and his wife restructured their father’s business by opening Patio Drummond, first in l’Avenir, then in Saint-Nicéphore. The automation of operations allowed the company to transition from small-scale manufacturing to industrial-scale production. Henri also diversified the activities by creating Meubles Extérieurs Drummond and Lattes Drummond HT, both still manufacturing concrete furniture and prefabricated concrete products for the agricultural sector.
Yvan and Dominic - Technology and new markets
The third generation
In 1992, the third generation entered the scene with the sons of Henri who were already working in the company, and the growth continued unabated. Alone at the helm from 1997 and passionate about innovation, Yvan increases automation by introducing new technologies while promoting the opening of new markets for the company.
Patio Drummond acquires Paventia
Patio Drummond acquires Paventia, a manufacturer of high-end precast concrete products for professionals. Company recognized for its know-how and its original Italian equipment, Paventia distributed its products in English Canada and in the northeastern United States.
In 2014, Paventia’s operations were repatriated to Patio Drummond in Drummondville. Relying on its in-depth knowledge of concrete and the quality of Paventia’s machines, Patio Drummond continues to innovate and diversify its offer every day.
Tommy and Alisson – The Age of Diversification
The fourth generation
In the early 2000s, the company began to diversify by acquiring a refractory manufacturer. Then in 2014, Patio Drummond acquired a company specializing in high-end landscaping products from Sainte-Thérèse, Paventia, whose activities were brought to the Drummondville plant.
With the arrival of Tommy and Alisson and while building on its knowledge of concrete, Patio Drummond develops new niches, such as steps, balconies and lamp bases, and in 2015, it created the new division for the manufacture of prefabricated steps. That same year, Alisson’s husband Philippe joined the team. Tommy, Alisson and Philippe are now carrying on the tradition of excellence.
A year of celebration and accomplishments
Today - 2020
Since its creation 50 years ago, Patio Drummond has never stopped growing, investing in high-tech equipment and thousands of hours in R&D. A leader in its field, the company manufactures patio pavers, walls, steps, and borders. The company also offers various standard and custom-made products for the commercial and residential markets. The team of more than 100 people serves a clientele of hardware dealers, general contractors, landscaping professionals as well as municipalities and government ministries in Quebec, Ontario and the United States.
A leader in the manufacturing of concrete products
Since its inception, Patio Drummond has never stopped growing. By investing thousands of hours of R&D in high-tech equipment, Patio Drummond has become a leader in its field. The company manufactures patio pavers, walls, steps, borders, and more.
The company also offers various standard and custom-made products for the commercial and residential markets.
Our team of more than 100 people serves a clientele of hardware dealers, general contractors, landscaping professionals as well as municipalities and government ministries in Quebec, Ontario and the United States.
The industry reference
The largest manufacturer of poured concrete slabs in North America
The company’s success and reputation are based on several assets: superior quality products made to the highest industry standards manufactured by sophisticated equipment in several types of concrete that are more resistant, durable and consistent and an impressive choice of colors, shapes and sizes.
« We are a tightly-woven family that is open to the future and that delegates to motivate and empower. Patio Drummond has the wind in its sails. The next generation is well-placed to keep an eye out for new business opportunities and markets. »
– Alisson