About us

History

Founded in 1964 by Henri and Thérèse Fontaine, Fontaine initially specialized in the installation and maintainance of domestic and agricultural pumping networks. Over the course of time and events, the company embarked on an impressive course and began channeling its forces in the design, manufacture and distribution of sluice gates and water control equipment for use in environmental industries.
           
Fontaine was one of the first businesses, back in 1982, to offer sluice gates made of stainless steel rather than cast iron. The introduction of this new, high-quality product at a favourable point in time allowed Fontaine to establish its place in the water control market. Since 1996, André Fontaine has been president of the company. Thanks to his vision and passion, the company has seen spectacular growth.

Many years of research and development have led to the expansion of the Fontaine product line all the while maintaining a high level of quality. In 1997, Fontaine obtained the ISO 9001 certification, acquired on the basis of its exemplary product quality control and the excellence of its service on all levels. The company is now certified for ISO 9001:2000. Fontaine also has certifications specifically for the drinking water sector, among them NSF/ANSI 61 and ACS. Moreover, Fontaine gates are from now on identified with CE and ATEX markings.*

The year 2003 saw major developments for Fontaine, with the opening of three new subsidiaries in Europe to better serve its clientele overseas. In 2006, Fontaine also opened a subsidiary in the United States. The Fontaine group now has more than 180 employees, 5 subsidiaries, 3 sales offices and 70 manufacturing agents in more than 20 countries.

Resolutely geared toward the future, the company and its members continue to demonstrate innovation, determination and leadership to maintain the same level of excellence and client satisfaction that have been the trademark of the organization.