WE BUILT THIS CITY
The Calgary Saddledome.
CCA members celebrating milestones By Melanie Franner Pushing the boundaries of architectural de sign through the use of cutting-edge tech nology is par for the course for the City of Calgary. The existence of the city’s landmark buildings attests to this very fact. But who are the companies that have contributed to this unique urban landscape? Who are the companies that helped drive innovation, helped establish its forward-thinking repu tation, and helped develop the very founda tions on which to build? The answer lies in the very heart of Cal gary itself, and it includes a growing list of multi-generational companies that have demonstrated both perseverance and adapt
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ability in the face of change. Their success lies with their people, their leadership, and their expertise.
A DOOR OF OPPORTUNITY – SPALDING HARDWARE SYSTEMS INC. CELEBRATES 70 YEARS AND COUNTING What began as an adjunct to a thriving lumber business has grown into a highly successful, fully integrated commercial door, hardware, and access control supply and installation business, with fabrication facilities in Calgary and Edmonton. David Spalding can be considered the “genesis” of Spalding Hardware Systems Inc. He was hired back in 1952 to focus solely on
supplying general hardware to the carpen ters and contractors who would frequent the Calgary lumber store. The company would change ownership in 1978 when two employees stepped up to purchase the operation. By this time, the market had already become more spe cialized, with a growing need for hardware specific to doors and frames used in com mercial construction. “At that time, the company decided to open a new division for door and frame hardware only,” says John Manes, Chair man, Spalding Hardware. Manes and Ed Toy purchased the compa
