About Cadex Defence

Our mission:
Helping you to shoot beyond what you ever thought achievable.
This is what we effectively work for every day.

Company Overview

CADEX, a privately-held company in business since 1994, is the world leader in the research, development, and manufacturing of “Turn-Key” impact systems and testing laboratories. Our Testing Division’s R&D in combination with our Metrology & QA Departments consistently provides our Engineering, Electronic, and Production Departments with unmatched levels of support and technology when it comes to the understanding of complex designs, material harmonics, and impacts on the human body.

Launched in 2000, this unique capability and expertise is the foundation of our Defence Division to support Canadian, US & International Military-specific requirements with our specialized manufacturing services. The ability to provide “Turn-Key” product-based solutions from design, prototyping, testing and high-end machining in a vertically integrated production environment has proven to be a successful formula with over 80 premium Military, Law Enforcement, and Civilian products in our Catalog.

Our recoil management systems and precision mounts for electro-optic systems, diverse weapon components and accessories, and premium long-range precision rifles and chassis are wholly manufactured in-house with the highest levels of craftsmanship.

Our unparalleled attention to detailed precision enables ALL our customers to achieve Extreme Range SupremacyTM with unmatched ease and comfort.
The CADEX team consists of experienced management, skilled and meticulous engineers, technicians, CNC machinists, armorers, and support staff who strive to achieve a level of excellence equal and superior to that of any custom shop. With close to 100 employees and a state-of-the-art facility spanning 60,000+ sqft, CADEX remains committed to excellence and supporting customers worldwide with first-class products and exceptional customer service.

Company Overview

CADEX, a privately-held company in business since 1994, is the world leader in the research, development, and manufacturing of “Turn-Key” impact systems and testing laboratories. Our Testing Division’s R&D in combination with our Metrology & QA Departments consistently provides our Engineering, Electronic, and Production Departments with unmatched levels of support and technology when it comes to the understanding of complex designs, material harmonics, and impacts on the human body.

Launched in 2000, this unique capability and expertise is the foundation of our Defence Division to support Canadian, US & International Military-specific requirements with our specialized manufacturing services. The ability to provide “Turn-Key” product-based solutions from design, prototyping, testing and high-end machining in a vertically integrated production environment has proven to be a successful formula with over 80 premium Military, Law Enforcement, and Civilian products in our Catalog.

Our recoil management systems and precision mounts for electro-optic systems, diverse weapon components and accessories, and premium long-range precision rifles and chassis are wholly manufactured in-house with the highest levels of craftsmanship.

Our unparalleled attention to detailed precision enables ALL our customers to achieve Extreme Range SupremacyTM with unmatched ease and comfort.
The CADEX team consists of experienced management, skilled and meticulous engineers, technicians, CNC machinists, armorers, and support staff who strive to achieve a level of excellence equal and superior to that of any custom shop. With close to 100 employees and a state-of-the-art facility spanning 60,000+ sqft, CADEX remains committed to excellence and supporting customers worldwide with first-class products and exceptional customer service.

Products

Customers

Capabilities and Services

Electronics Department

♦ Design of circuitry and boards
♦ Calibration of system and protocol compliance
♦ Integration of various sensors and systems
♦ Board assembly

Mechanical research and development

♦ Design and conception in 3D
♦ 3D prototyping printer
♦ 3D prototyping from production
♦ Development of new production methods
♦ CNC Programming 3, 4 and 5 axe
♦ CNC programming with live tooling

Production facility

♦ Paint room and finishing surface
♦ Machining conventional (sandblasting, oxidization and laser marking
♦ CNC machining 3, 4 and 5 axe system
♦ Cutting department (including CNC waterjet)
♦ Assembly team
♦ Plastic injection
♦ Cast urethane models for prototypes
♦ Surface finishing

Metrology

All Cadex testing equipment is:
♦ Supplied with calibration certificates
♦ Calibrated following strict calibration protocols
♦ Calibrated by qualified engineers and technicians instruments
♦ Traceable to primary measuring instruments throughout the calibration chain

Security

Cadex has a unique customer base (from conventional military to special operation units), which expects a high level of confidentiality and security. Cadex does not subcontract work that may impact the level of security and quality assurance. In 2009, Cadex has implanted a new security process at its new facility:
♦ Approved vault for sensitive items and firearms
♦ Control access door with card reader
♦ Multi-camera system recorder inside and outside the facility

Certification

♦ Restricted and prohibited firearms licence to manufacture and store
♦ Control goods merchandise (# 22290)
♦ Export/import control bureau (EXCOL)
♦ Canadian security clearance
♦ In-house tracking/quality control
♦ ISO 9001:2015 certification

Meet our executive leadership team

Serge Dextraze

President / CEO

Message from the Cadex president

For over 25 years, Cadex has designed and manufactured an extensive line of high-quality and premium products for Special Operations, Military, Law Enforcement and Civilians across the globe. In each field of operation, we bring to you a team of specialized and dedicated professionals. Ready to guide you forward and best support your multiple mission requirements. We would like to thank our long-standing customer base for their ongoing trust and support.

Patrice Picard

Sales & Marketing Director

Toll Free: 1 888.348.6774
patrice@cadexinc.com

Robert Pettorsson

USA

Sales and Marketing Manager Satellite Office: Phoenix

Toll Free: 1 888.348.6774
robert.p@cadexinc.com

Alexander Carlson

USA

Sales Representative

Satellite Office: Spotsylvania

Toll Free: 1 888.348.6774
alexander.carlson@cadexinc.com

Jamie Barkwell

Canada

Sales Representative

Toll Free: 1 888.348.6774
customerservice@cadexinc.com

Mark Gendreau

Canada

Sales Representative

Toll Free: 1 888.348.6774
customerservice@cadexinc.com