2023

Yearly Archives

  • Happy Holidays from The Mars Metal Group of Companies

    On behalf of the Mars Metal Group of Companies, we want to wish you happy holidays and a prosperous New Year. We want to extend our appreciation to everyone who supported us this year, and we look forward to what 2024 holds! Best wishes for this upcoming year, and we look forward to servicing you […]

  • Introduction to Crane Host Testing

    Crane hoist testing is essential for ensuring the safety and efficiency of cranes and lifting devices. Regular inspections and load tests are mandated by organizations like OSHA and CCOHS to identify potential issues in crane components, which can wear out due to frequent use. This process is vital to prevent operational failures and ensure the […]

  • Test Weights for Crane Hoist Testing

    According to OSHA or CCOHS requirements, all cranes & lifting devices in service must be tested yearly as frequent use wears safety-critical crane components. Worn or damaged parts may result in the crane becoming inoperable or even failing dangerously, putting personnel at risk. By conducting frequent crane inspections, you can discover potential issues and deal […]

  • Lead Bricks for Radiation Shielding: Everything You Need to Know

    Get Proper Lead Protection from Radiation with MarShield’s Lead Brick Shielding MarShield provides lead bricks for radiation shielding for construction where temporary, permanent shields or storage areas are required. Lead bricks are a versatile and suitable way to add lead shielding to existing structures or for new constructions as a method to reduce wall or […]

  • MarsKeel Partners with Scarano Boats to create a custom casted keel.

    Case Study: MarsKeel Technology Partners with Scarano Boats

    Scarano Boats MarsKeel Technology has completed another project for our friends at Scarano Boat Building Inc. located in Albany, NY. This yacht was designed by Scarano Boat Builders, and is an 88’ long, plank on frame and fiberglass sheathed hull, 2-masted schooner used for sailing excursions. MarsKeel is very proud to say we had a […]

  • Lead elevator weights

    Mars Metal Case Study: Cast Lead Elevator Weights

    Mars Metal Company was recently contacted to overcome a challenge by a large Commercial Elevator Service Contractor in the Northeast USA. This contractor had to bring three elevator systems into compliance efficiently and effectively. These three elevator systems needed upgrading to a new weight capacity required by Law. However, there was limited shaft room for […]

  • Learn More About Mars Metal’s Elevator Test Weight & Counterweight Solutions for World Elevator Day

    Mars Metal is proud to celebrate World Elevator Day on March 23rd, 2023, an international holiday that celebrates the history and technology surrounding elevators. The purpose of this day is to educate people about how important elevators are in our lives. Elevators are a valuable aspect of many buildings and are used daily by people […]

  • Protect Your Space With Mars Metal’s Lead Lined Drywall, Plywood, and Sheet Lead

    Mars Metal specializes in the production of sheet lead, lead lined plywood, and lead lined drywall in Canada for a variety of industries worldwide. These industries include nuclear, marine, construction, engineering, aerospace, mining, industrial manufacturing, defence & security as well institutions, educational and government bodies. Our capabilities include pattern making, mold manufacturing, metal fabrication, welding, […]

  • Mars Metal Custom Lead Castings & Quality Assurance

    Mars Metal Company’s Specialty Casting Division has the capability to produce high precision castings to nuclear quality specifications, ensuring the maximum density possible from a lead casting. Whether you need a one-off casting or a production run, we can accommodate any quantity, from less than one pound to continuous pours of over 150,000 pounds. Mars […]