Discover Glendyne
Every step of the process is optimized to produce the best quality slate as efficiently as possible.
The History of Our Slate
Glendyne Inc. is in Saint-Marc-du-Lac-Long, Quebec, Canada. The deposit is of exceptional quality due to the fine schistosity and the purity of the slate. The deposit was discovered during the construction of the Transcontinental Railway in the early 20th century. It was initially operated by Europeans, but this exploitation ceased a few years later due to the First World War and the Canadian government’s effort to support European allies. In 1995, activities resumed thanks to a group of local entrepreneurs.
Our Slate Deposit
Our slate is dark grey with shades of blue; its shades are very homogeneous despite the presence of a discrete stratification marked by silts which are usually very fine, they don’t affect the schistosity of the slate. Because of the area’s northern climate, the surface alteration is very little. Glendyne slate is proud to be able to deliver a superior quality slate.
Besides having modern and powerful machinery to extract slate blocks and transport them to the nearby plant, Glendyne has developed unique working methods allowing to continue its activities even in winter, therefore meeting its customers’ requirements.
Our Slate Deposit
Our slate is dark grey with shades of blue; its shades are very homogeneous despite the presence of a discrete stratification marked by silts which are usually very fine, they don’t affect the schistosity of the slate. Because of the area’s northern climate, the surface alteration is very little. Glendyne slate is proud to be able to deliver a superior quality slate.
Besides having modern and powerful machinery to extract slate blocks and transport them to the nearby plant, Glendyne has developed unique working methods allowing to continue its activities even in winter, therefore meeting its customers’ requirements.
Glendyne Expertise
Our manufacturing processes combine tradition and the expertise of high technology master slate workers, in order to offer exquisite slate. Our plant is fully equipped with analysis and automation systems to make the most of each slate block and manufacture a product of the greatest possible quality.
Our modern and adapted facilities also ensure our workers’ well-being and safety. People are at the heart of our manufacturing principles in order to maximize resources.
A Unique Slate
of Exceptional Quality
At Glendyne, quality is the priority therefore we opted for “top-choice.” As a result, we only deliver top quality slate. The slates are, checked individually by our skilled experts before being stored in crates. Slates that don’t meet Glendyne’s appearance and thickness quality criteria are immediately set aside to be re-cut into different sizes until they satisfy company standards.
The “top-choice” allows Glendyne to offer an easy-to-use slate that satisfies the expectations of the most demanding roofers, who know how profitable it is.
A Unique Slate
of Exceptional Quality
At Glendyne, quality is the priority therefore we opted for “top-choice.” As a result, we only deliver top quality slate. The slates are, checked individually by our skilled experts before being stored in crates. Slates that don’t meet Glendyne’s appearance and thickness quality criteria are immediately set aside to be re-cut into different sizes until they satisfy company standards.
The “top-choice” allows Glendyne to offer an easy-to-use slate that satisfies the expectations of the most demanding roofers, who know how profitable it is.
Environment is at the heart of our priorities
At Glendyne, our commitment to the environment goes beyond the natural and Eco-friendly products we offer. Since the beginning of its activities, Glendyne has placed high priority on the protection and conservation of the exceptional site of Saint-Marc-du-Lac-Long.
Our commitment is noticeable in our application of water quality regulations. Glendyne has three decant ponds to treat saw waste water from the plant to meet the quality level required by Quebec’s Environment Ministry. Water samples are regularly tested by an accredited laboratory. Also the use of geothermal energy contributes greatly to significant reduction of fossil fuels.
So at Glendyne, the environment is treated with respect and is part of the company’s intrinsic values.