Our Core Focus
At the heart of our Core Focus, lies a steadfast commitment to crafting a sustainable future. We are driven by the firm belief that progress and environmental stewardship can walk hand in hand, propelled by innovation. We share a deep sense of responsibility — to our community, to our planet and to future generations. Central to our vision lies the development of innovative Expandable Polystyrene (EPS) solutions, serving as the cornerstone of our journey towards a more sustainable future.
Our History
Beaver Plastics Ltd. was founded by Grant McCarthy in 1967. Grant was an Engineer by trade and as such, developed new products through research and creative engineering. As an engineer and innovator, Grant instilled a business culture focused on customer driven new product solutions that continues to thrive in our business today. We see ourselves as industry leaders focused on solutions that can make your business more efficient and effective. We are a solutions- driven EPS manufacturer with a long history of developing innovative products and solutions made with Expanded Polystyrene Foam. Our product offering is extensive and spans several business categories. Home Builders, General Contractors, consumers and OEM. Businesses rely on creative solutions and high-quality EPS products delivered directly or through our net-work of Distribution Partners. For over 55 years we have been focused on customer driven, new product and new market development.
EPS & The Environment
Product Stewardship
Beaver Plastics recognizes and accepts responsible product stewardship* – we have developed a three-part plan for reducing waste going in to local landfills.
- JOBSITE READY SIZING. This means offering the contractor custom product sizing that can reduce waste trim and labour on the job site, most often at no extra charge.
- RECYCLING. Many of our customers have joined us to collect and return clean jobsite insulation waste and scrap product to our plants for recycling. Beaver Plastics’ also recycles 100% of our in-house EPS waste and scrap.
- REDUCE WASTE – LESS PACKAGING. We offer a reduced or no wrap option when feasible to avoid landfill disposal. Simple strapping of insulation bundles can be an option to full polyethylene film wrap.
*Product Stewardship is where environmental, health, and safety protection centers on the product itself, and everyone throughout the lifespan of the product is called upon to be responsible for reducing ecological impacts. At Beaver Plastics, this includes manufacturing products that do not contain or release harmful substances. Our products are clean, safe, functional, efficient, durable and recyclable.
Our two plants Canada (Alberta and British Columbia), along with our affiliated EPS producers, distributors and agents, manufacture and supply high quality EPS products throughout North America.