SERVING MANUFACTURERS AND PRODUCERS FOR SUCCESS SINCE 1976

WHO WE ARE

Who is Reko International Group

At Reko International Group Inc., we are dedicated to creating exceptional products and providing superior service; however, our commitment to quality does not end there.

Mission/Purpose: Reko International Group Inc. serves manufacturers and producers who put their trust in us to help them be more successful.

Vision-the future: We will be the “go-to” team by using innovative processes and providing creative solutions to any production need.

Values: Respect, Customer-focus, Innovation, Flexibility, Teamwork, Honesty, Dedication

Philosophy: Adhering to our core values of Respect, Customer-focus, Innovation, Flexibility, Teamwork, Honesty and Dedication we work creatively to ensure that our customers get what they request, on time. We will maximize value for all stakeholders. Our supportive culture means that we work together and that we enjoy lots of social events together, too.

We believe that through this, people and communities can be independent and self-sufficient.

Company History

Founded in 1976, Steve Reko established Reko Tool & Mould with a $25,000 investment in a 2,000-square foot facility. Built on the core values of respect, customer-focus, innovation, flexibility, teamwork, honesty and dedication, the company has changed over the years, but stays focused on serving manufacturers and producers to help them be more successful.

Steve Reko Timeline

1976

Reko Tool & Mold

Steve Reko opens Reko Tool and Mold in a 2,000 square foot facility in Windsor, Ontario.

First CNC Machine

1983

Installation of first CNC machine

Reko, an early adopter, installs its first CNC Milling Machine.

Reko Automation born

1989

Reko Automation is born

Reko Machine Builders (which would later become Reko Automation) is incorporated from within the tooling group to develop and manufacture REKO brand CNC Machines.

Reko Christmas 1991

1991

15 Years in business

Reko celebrates its 15th Christmas party for employees and their guests.

TSX Logo

1994

Listing on TSX and acquisition of Concorde Machine Tool Inc.

Reko Tool & Mould becomes Reko International Group Inc. and is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX-V:REKO).

Reko expands into the custom machining of large components through the acquisition of Concorde Machine Tool Inc.

Reko Automation interior

1999

New Reko Automation facility

Reko Automation moves into its own newly constructed 71,000 square foot facility.

25th Anniversary

2001

25 years in business

Reko celebrates 25 years in business and streamlines core capabilities into three business units: Reko Tool and Mold Inc., Reko Automation, and Concorde Precision Manufacturing.

Timeline 2006

2006

Blended mold programs

Reko becomes one of the early providers of blended mold programs, and celebrates its 30th family picnic with employees – and ponies!

Timeline 2007

2007

Concorde expansion

Reko completes an expansion at Concorde Precision Manufacturing to handle growing customer demands.

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2010

WBE Certification

Reko International Group Inc. becomes certified as a Woman Owned Business.

2011

Project Re-Tool

Reko launches Project Re-Tool. As part of the project, Reko Tool and Mould Inc. and Reko Automation and Machine Tool are consolidated into Reko Manufacturing Group Inc. and move into the facility adjacent to Concorde Precision Manufacturing.

Timeline 2012

2012

TOS Boring Mill

Reko invests in a new TOS Boring Mill for Concorde Precision Manufacturing to expand capacity and capability.

Reko adds solar panels to the roof of both buildings as part of a green energy initiative.

Timeline 2013

2013

New services

Reko Manufacturing Group adds a new 5 Axis DMU 210 machining centre to enhance moldmaking operations.

Reko Automation implements RobotExpert, a Just-in-Time (JIT) robot simulation software that allows the user to see a machine run before the machine is built.

Concorde Precision Manufacturing installs its first Vertical Turning Lathe (VTL) as a new service offering

Timeline 2014

2014

“Strengthening Communities by Advancing Manufacturing”

Reko articulates its vision of “Strengthening Communities by Advancing Manufacturing” and continues to use new technology to accelerate delivery time, enhance quality, and solve complex customer problems.

Reko tours students through its facilities as part of Manufacturing Day (MFG Day), a day celebrating modern manufacturing with the goal of inspiring the next generation of manufacturers.

Timeline 2015

2015

Relationship with the Ontario Youth Apprentice Program (OYAP)

Concorde Precision Manufacturing executes a rapid and creative capital investment in order to meet a customer’s significant increase in demand.

Reko continues its relationship with the Ontario Youth Apprentice Program (OYAP), a School to Work program that opens the door for high school students to explore and work in apprenticeship occupations.

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2017

40 year anniversary

After celebrating 40 years in business in 2016 – in 2017, Southwestern Ontario Development Fund commits an investment of $1,500,000, supporting an additional investment of $13,907,242 from the company for expansion and growth.

REKO Automation

2018

Reko Opens new Automation and Innovation Facility

With growing demand for Reko’s innovative robotic automation solutions, the company invested in a new 48,585 square foot facility beside the Reko headquarters in Lakeshore Ontario.

Concorde installs new FPT Ronan

2019

Concorde installs new FPT Ronin

In order to efficiently handle an increase in demand for machined components for the power generation market, Concorde installs a new FPT.

Reko Face Masks

2020

Reko contributes to fight against Covid-19

Reko uses its manufacturing expertise to quickly supply hundreds of faceshields to local front line workers at no cost.

2022

New APEC 5 Axis Machine

Reko installs new APEC 5 axis milling machine and Concorde installs new Niigata boring mills as part of strategic machining services upgrades. Reko Mold converts efforts from mold design and build to machining services.

Canadian Government