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  • mars metal attends the best defence conference in London, ON, 2026.

    Meet Mars Metal at Best Defence 2026, Canada’s Defence Industry Conference

    The Best Defence Conference returns to RBC Place London for its 16th year. As the official go-to conference of the Ontario Defence Association, it brings together 500+ attendees from industry, the Canadian Armed Forces, and government procurement. With Canada ramping up defence investment, it’s where domestic supply chains get built, and this year, Mars Metal […]

  • Mars Metal Invited to Irving Shipbuilding's Supplier and Awards Day

    Mars Metal Heads to Irving Shipbuilding’s 3rd Annual Supplier and Awards Day

    On Friday, October 9, Mars Metal will be in Halifax for Irving Shipbuilding’s 3rd annual Supplier and Awards Day. The event brings together representatives from more than 35 suppliers to recognize excellence across Irving’s supply chain. We’re proud to be counted among them. A Part of Canada’s National Shipbuilding Strategy In March, Mars Metal was […]

  • Mars Metal is attending DEFSEC Conference & Tradeshow

    Mars Metal Heads to DEFSEC Atlantic 2026

    Mars Metal Company is heading east. From October 6 to 8, 2026, Company President Kevin Milne and Bill Souter, Custom Keel Sales & Design, will be at DEFSEC Atlantic at the Halifax Convention Centre. Mars Metal is proud to join one of Canada’s largest networking events for the aerospace, defence, and security industries as a […]

  • Elevator Test Weight Carts, Shipped in 48 Hours

    Elevator test weights should be ready when your certification deadline is. Mars Metal now stocks 100 elevator test carts, one of the largest inventories in North America, ready to ship anywhere in the US or Canada within 48 hours. Get A Quote Designed for Tight Spaces and Easy Handling Our carts are built for daily use in tight elevator cars, […]

  • Marswell Metal Industries Ltd. Awarded Multi-Million-Dollar Contract to Supply Lead Ballast Solutions for Irving Shipbuilding

    Burlington, Ontario — March 12, 2026 Marswell Metal Industries Ltd., a Canadian leader in custom lead casting and precision metal solutions, has joined Irving Shipbuilding Inc.’s supply chain supporting construction of the Royal Canadian Navy’s River-class destroyers under Canada’s National Shipbuilding Strategy. As announced by Irving Shipbuilding, the Burlington, Ontario manufacturer has been awarded a […]

  • All You need to Know About Ordering Sheet Lead By Chris Newman

    Sheet lead is probably the most common, quickest, most cost-effective and efficient way to shield from radiation in dental offices, vet clinics, health clinics and hospitals. Sheet lead flashing rolls can be used for roof flashing, and sheet lead can also be laminated for lead lined drywall or lead lined plywood, depending on your needs. […]

  • Custom Lead Shot Bags

    Case Study: Custom Lead Shot Bags for a Large Canadian Aerospace Company

    A leading Canadian Aerospace company required custom lead shot bags used for ballast to test airplanes. These bags needed to be precisely manufactured to specific weight tolerances and meet stringent safety standards, including flammability requirements. The project demanded high precision, durability, and compliance with aerospace regulations. Mars Metal engineered and produced custom-sewn 20 lb lead […]

  • Lead Ingot & Lead Pigs From Mars Metal

    Ingot lead can also be known as lead pigs, bullion or bar lead and is used for various applications, including radiation shielding and as ballast weights or anchors for industrial or marine applications. Various sizes are available, from 10 LB ice cube tray ingots to 70 LB large ingots, as well as different purity specifications. […]

  • MarsKeel and Catalina’s Newly Designed 425 Shaol Draft Bulb Keel

    The Catalina 425 is an all-new design that assumes the position in the Catalina line held by the legendary Catalina 42. Embracing a contemporary aesthetic, it is designed to endure in function and aesthetics in the Catalina tradition. The 425 utilizes signature Catalina features, including a functional and spacious cockpit, a comfortable, carefully detailed interior, […]

  • Precision CNC Machined Lead Parts for Critical Industries

    At Mars Metal, we stand at the forefront of CNC machining for lead parts, serving critical sectors such as Medical, Communications, and Aerospace. Our commitment to precision and quality drives our production, catering to the nuanced needs of guidance systems, RDT security, satellite systems, and comprehensive Government defense solutions​​.   Learn More   Our Expertise […]

  • 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 […]