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Rob has an unsurpassed technical knowledge and understanding of the rope and fall protection industries. He is an active committee member of the CSA Z259 Committee on Fall Protection, and sits on the Board of Directors for the Cordage Institute. His ability to develop superior life safety lines comes from hands on experience as Lieutenant and Training Officer at a large Fire Department, an instructor in Cave Rescue, and countless hours using Cancord ropes in real world life safety applications.
Wendy has built her expertise in rope through 25+ years of hands on experience at all levels within the organization. Her specialty is her ability to take a set of customer requirements, and determine the best product to meet those needs. Wendy’s strength in business organization coupled with her passion for rope drives Cancord to be a leader in the rope industry.
Cancord is the culmination of more than a century of history. The company was originally established as the Hamilton Cotton Company in 1880, with James & Hamilton Young as the driving force behind the textile enterprise. Throughout the many changes and challenges of the 20th century, the company grew, transformed, and diversified into other industries eventually reorganizing itself as the Hamilton Group. Cancord remained as the sole connection to their roots in the textile industry.
In 1987 Cancord was purchased by Douglas Ludwig, at which time it underwent a transformation into new, innovative, and highly technical cordage products and applications. Since 1997, Cancord has been owned and operated by brother and sister team Wendy Johnstone and Robert Ludwig. Robert and Wendy are highly regarded and recognized for their expertise in the rope and cordage industry. They pride themselves on running a vibrant, growing Canadian manufacturing company. They continue the focus on quality, innovation and exceptional customer service which has been a hallmark of Cancord dating back to its inception in 1880.
Exceed our customers’ expectations with unsurpassed quality and service.
Respect our social and physical environment.
Value and develop our employees’ diverse talents, initiative and leadership.
Manufacture using North American made raw materials wherever possible.
Act with uncompromising honesty and integrity
A diverse and comprehensive product line
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