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"Inspired, fueled and renewed by nature, we build, grow, and prosper"
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At BioComposites Group (BCG), we design and build products that exploit the extraordinary mechanical qualities of common plants and trees, such as industrial hemp and flax. Based in the Canadian prairies, we draw our raw material from local agriculture and forestry industries. Most of it was previously considered waste. Our scientists and engineers exploit the incredible qualities of the industrial hemp plant to create an ever-expanding range of products, with the potential to solve critical problems facing industries worldwide.
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"Everything we make starts with the genius of nature."
BETTER
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ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY BCG products are made with the underutilized byproduct of the hemp plant. Our products are 100% biodegradable and fully compostable.
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CANADIAN
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Custom Solutions..
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BCG manufactures a moldable natural fibre composite sheet product made primarily from hemp and other agricultural fibres. The composition of our mat can be customized to a particular application due to our unique ability to blend different fibres together.
BCG has developed multiple natural fibre solutions to a wide range of applications. By having the ability to blend different types of fibre together, the composition of our mats can be customized given the particular application. We strive to become the leader in natural fibre non-wovens. |
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For the past 25 years, Dan has worked directly in the forestry industry, gaining valuable experience and expertise with top forest product companies regionally in Western Canada and Internationally. Dan stepped into management roles beginning in 1985 with Westar Timber; Woodlands. Since then he has managed the solid wood operations for several companies including Canfor, Weldwood, Champion International, and Slocan. Dan has worked hands on in the field and the Corporate office for many years and is experienced in everything from “hooking chokers” to managing companies as VP Operations. His work has included the production of various products including lumber, OSB, plywood, LVL, moldable composites, finger-jointed lumber and chips. In 2006, Dan was inspired to pursue his passion for forestry as a full-time Entrepreneur. He now owns several businesses including a Silvagro Partnership, DH Manufacturing, and BioComposites Group Inc. all of which are focused on utilizing and adding value to fibre and supporting the forest industry. His work in the area of bio-based fibres began with simple wood fibres but has since expanded to agricultural and synthetic fibres. Dan and his wife Brenda own BioComposites Group Inc.
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MIKE SZEMAN
VICE PRESIDENT, RESEARCH
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Mike is a graduate from the University of British Columbia in the Faculty of Forestry specializing in advanced wood products processing, industrial processing technology, business management and marketing, and engineering and biotechnology. Mike joined BioComposites Group after working for the Canadian Forest Products Ltd as a Wood Technologist. His expertise in wood fibre processing and other bio-based fibres makes Mike an important asset to BioComposites Group. His current role is Technical and Quality Director, which enables him to take full advantage of his many years of experience in this industry to ensure that the BioComposites Group Inc becomes a leader in its field. |