RESISTO
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1978
- HeadquartersDrummondville, Canada
- Headcount51–100
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
RESISTO firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- RESISTO
- Legal name
- RESISTO (Division of SOPREMA)
- Website
- https://resisto.ca
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1978
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 51–100 employees
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
RESISTO industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Construction Materials & Building Envelope Products
- NAICS
- Polystyrene Foam Product Manufacturing (326140), Paint, Coating, and Adhesive Manufacturing (3255), Plastics Packaging Film and Sheet (including Laminated) Manufacturing (326112), Paint and Coating Manufacturing (325510)
- SIC
- Adhesives & Sealants (2891), Paints, Varnishes, Lacquers, Enamels & Allied Prods (2851), Plastics Foam Products (3086), Gaskets, Packg & Sealg Devices & Rubber & Plastics Hose (3050)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Waterproofing Membranes & Systems (Liquid-Applied & Sheet) (IMADAOAC)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Insulation Retail (Fiberglass, Foam Board, Spray Foam Kits) (CRAIAEAE), Industrial & Heavy-Duty Flexible Packaging (Construction, Chemicals, Liners) (IMALABAJ)
Keywords
Where RESISTO is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Drummondville
- HQ country
- Canada
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
RESISTO business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Operations, Supply Chain, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D
Revenue model
- Construction Material Sales: RESISTO generates revenue through the sale of waterproofing, insulation, and maintenance products for construction and renovation. Products are sold through retail banners and distributors across Canada. Manufacturing is done in 11 factories strategically located across Canada.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Pay-as-you-go | Loyalty rewards program for product purchases |
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels10 records
Marketing channels7 records
RESISTO product offering
Product offeringCore offering
RESISTO manufactures and sells waterproofing, insulation, and maintenance products for residential and commercial construction and renovation. The product portfolio spans self-adhesive SBS modified bitumen membranes, extruded polystyrene (SOPRA-XPS) insulation panels, cellulose insulation, drainage boards, air and vapor barrier membranes (REDZONE), and asphalt repair/maintenance products. Products are distributed through 1,600+ retail points and a national distributor network across Canada.
Product overview
RESISTO is a division of SOPREMA Canada specializing in construction and renovation products for the Canadian market. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio organized around three core functions: Waterproofing (membranes, coatings, sealants for roofs, foundations, walls, doors and windows), Insulation (SOPRA-XPS extruded polystyrene panels, reflective insulation, cellulose insulation), and Maintenance (asphalt repair products, driveway sealers and protectors). The product line spans multiple building components including Asphalt Surfaces, Ceilings and Attics, Decks and Balconies, Doors and Windows, Foundations, Indoor Applications, Roofs, and Walls. The portfolio includes proprietary brands (RESISTO products), sub-brands (SOPREMA Products, CHEM LINK Products), and acquired brands. Key products include REDZONE air and vapor barrier membranes, ICF FOUNDATION MEMBRANE, SOPRA-XPS insulation panels with reduced GWP, asphalt repair and protection products, and various waterproofing solutions. The products are distributed through over 1,600 retail points across Canada with support from 45 sales representatives.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- RESISTO PRODUCTS: Primary product brand for waterproofing, insulation, and maintenance products for construction and renovation.
- SOPREMA PRODUCTS
- CHEM LINK PRODUCTS
- REDZONE
- RESISTOSEAL
- SOPRA-XPS
- SOPRA-CELLULOSE
- House Rescue Web Series
Products and services
- Waterproofing Products Waterproofing product line designed to protect the integrity of building envelopes against all weather conditions, preventing water, air, and ice infiltration from roofs to foundations, sold to professional contractors and DIY homeowners across Canada.
- Insulation Products High-performance and high-quality insulation products including extruded polystyrene (SOPRA-XPS), polyisocyanurate, and cellulose insulation that adapt to the realities faced by building contractors and owners, generating energy savings in new construction and renovation projects.
- Maintenance Products Products for maintaining asphalt driveways including cleaners and protectants to properly maintain driveways, whether for cleaning, protecting, or repairing cracks, targeted at residential property owners.
- REDZONE Air and Vapor Barrier Membrane A 1 mm (40 mils) self-adhesive membrane composed of elastomeric SBS bitumen and trilaminate woven polyethylene with silicone film underface that seals air and vapor around door and window frames as well as around roof details, designed for professional contractors and DIY installers.
- REDZONE Corner Guard Pre-formed accessory designed to cover and protect the junction between the sill and the jamb at door and window openings, saving time and reducing costly mistakes from intricate cutting, bending, sealing, and caulking.
Quantifiable outcome
- SOPRA-XPS has the lowest carbon footprint of all XPS insulations at 2.06 kg CO2 eq per m2 over its lifecycle
- +3 more outcomes
Companies that use RESISTO
Customer profileNamed customers2 records
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
RESISTO technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature6 records
RESISTO partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
One partnership is on record.
- SOPREMAcoreRESISTO is a division of SOPREMA, an international construction material company. SOPREMA manages operations from Drummondville, Québec, Canada and provides corporate oversight, manufacturing capabilities, and brand identity. All websites and legal operations fall under SOPREMA's jurisdiction.
Scale indicators8 records
Recent moves11 records
Expansion highlights6 records
RESISTO competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- SOPREMA: SOPREMA is RESISTO's parent company and the most directly comparable peer, manufacturing SBS-modified bitumen membranes, waterproofing systems, and insulation products globally. RESISTO operates as SOPREMA's Canadian retail division, sharing product lines and technology including SOPRA-XPS and REDZONE.
- IKO Industries: IKO is a Canadian-founded global manufacturer of roofing membranes, waterproofing systems, and insulation (including XPS and polyiso) for residential and commercial construction, competing head-to-head with RESISTO in the Canadian retail and contractor channels.
- BP Canada (Building Products of Canada): BP Canada manufactures roofing shingles, waterproofing membranes, and insulation products distributed through Canadian lumber and hardware retailers (Rona, Home Hardware, BMR), directly competing with RESISTO in the same retail banners.
- Henry Company: Henry Company is a North American manufacturer of self-adhesive waterproofing membranes, air barriers, and roof coatings — products that closely overlap with RESISTO's REDZONE and SBS bitumen membrane portfolio in Canadian residential and commercial applications.
- Derbigum Americas: Derbigum Americas was acquired by SOPREMA (RESISTO's parent) and is a sister brand offering bituminous waterproofing membranes. It represents a closely related peer in modified bitumen membrane technology and commercial roofing waterproofing systems.
Broad incumbents
- GAF Materials (now part of Standard Industries): GAF is North America's largest roofing manufacturer with extensive waterproofing membrane and insulation product lines. While primarily a US-focused incumbent, it competes with RESISTO in commercial waterproofing and increasingly in residential building envelope systems in Canada.
- Carlisle Construction Materials: Carlisle is a major North American manufacturer of single-ply roofing membranes, waterproofing systems, and rigid foam insulation (including XPS) for commercial and residential construction. It is a broad incumbent competing with RESISTO in commercial and institutional waterproofing.
- Sika Canada: Sika is a global specialty chemicals company with a strong Canadian presence in waterproofing membranes, sealants, adhesives, and concrete protection products, overlapping significantly with RESISTO's foundation and roof waterproofing portfolios.
- Owens Corning Canada: Owens Corning is a global building materials leader with a strong XPS/foam insulation portfolio (FOAMULAR) and roofing shingle lines that compete with RESISTO's SOPRA-XPS and waterproofing products in Canadian retail and commercial channels.
- Mapei Canada: Mapei is a global manufacturer of adhesives, sealants, and chemical products for the construction industry with a strong Canadian presence. Its waterproofing and concrete repair product lines compete with RESISTO's foundation coatings and sealant products.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
RESISTO social profiles
Digital presenceRESISTO compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance9 records
RESISTO financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
RESISTO leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles3 records
RESISTO funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
RESISTO M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Frequently asked questions about RESISTO
What does RESISTO do?
RESISTO manufactures and sells waterproofing, insulation, and maintenance products for residential and commercial construction and renovation. The product portfolio spans self-adhesive SBS modified bitumen membranes, extruded polystyrene (SOPRA-XPS) insulation panels, cellulose insulation, drainage boards, air and vapor barrier membranes (REDZONE), and asphalt repair/maintenance products. Products are distributed through 1,600+ retail points and a national distributor network across Canada.
Is RESISTO a public or private company?
RESISTO is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was RESISTO founded?
RESISTO was founded in 1978. It employs 51 to 100 people.
Where is RESISTO based?
RESISTO is headquartered in Drummondville, Canada, in the North America region.
How does RESISTO make money?
One revenue line is on record: construction Material Sales.
Who are RESISTO's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are SOPREMA, IKO Industries, BP Canada (Building Products of Canada), Henry Company and Derbigum Americas. Broad incumbents are GAF Materials (now part of Standard Industries), Carlisle Construction Materials, Sika Canada, Owens Corning Canada and Mapei Canada.
Does RESISTO have an API?
No public API is recorded for RESISTO.
What industry is RESISTO in?
RESISTO's product category is Construction Materials & Building Envelope Products. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMADAOAC, Waterproofing Membranes & Systems (Liquid-Applied & Sheet), with a secondary code of CRAIAEAE, Insulation Retail (Fiberglass, Foam Board, Spray Foam Kits). Its NAICS code is 326140 and its SIC code is 2891.