Guspro

What Guspro does

Guspro Inc. is a family-owned Canadian precision equipment manufacturer founded in 1932 and headquartered in Chatham, Ontario. The company operates four wholly-owned divisions: Blademaster (skate sharpening machines, holders, profiling equipment, grinding wheels, and repair equipment for ice arenas, professional hockey teams, and consumer/pro-shop channels); Bayco Ovens (industrial heat-cleaning, burnoff, curing, armature, and custom ovens using controlled pyrolysis for motor rewind, manufacturing, and powder coating); Ice King (curling ice profilers and ice maintenance equipment, including the 2025-launched REGENT IKM4000); and Distributed Products (authorized Canadian dealer for Sunnen, Goodson, Ohio Tool Works, Clemco, Starrett, CTG, JenFab, and KAR Industrial).

The company's technology stack is anchored by precision mechanical engineering and industrial automation rather than software or AI: the NEXUS automated skate sharpening machine integrates CNC precision, laser sensors for blade inspection, variable-speed finishing heads, and remote troubleshooting; Bayco ovens employ programmable multi-stage ramp/soak controllers and explosion-resistant doors; Ice King profilers use precision drive systems. All three flagship brand names (Blademaster, Bayco Ovens, Ice King) are registered trademarks, and NEXUS and REGENT are also protected trademarks.

Guspro's business model is predominantly hardware sales across both proprietary manufactured equipment and distributed third-party brands, supplemented by customer training services at the Blademaster Skate Lab in Chatham. Go-to-market combines enterprise field sales (direct engagement with NHL teams and industrial accounts), event-driven demand generation (PHATS/SPHEM Hockey Summit, EASA Convention, MMTS, RFABC, SDC Show), and a Canadian authorized-dealer network for industrial distribution. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. Customers span enterprise (professional hockey leagues, motor rewind facilities), mid-market (curling clubs, arenas, manufacturing plants), and SMB (pro shops, small sharpening services) segments across North America and global markets, with Bayco Ovens reported in 50+ countries.

Name

Guspro

Legal name

Guspro Inc.

Website

https://guspro.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1932

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Guspro is a family-owned Canadian manufacturer founded in 1932, operating four divisions (Blademaster, Bayco Ovens, Ice King, Distributed Products) that produce and distribute precision skate-sharpening equipment, industrial heat-cleaning ovens, curling ice profilers, and authorized third-party industrial brands to professional hockey teams, ice arenas, curling clubs, motor rewind facilities, and machine shops worldwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Precision Industrial Equipment

NAICS

Saw Blade and Handtool Manufacturing (332216)

SIC

Sporting & Athletic Goods, Nec (3949)

akta.pro primary industry

Surface Preparation Equipment (Shot Blasting, Scarifiers, Grinders) (IMAHALAL)

Keywords

• Skate sharpening equipment
• Industrial heat-cleaning ovens
• Curling ice profilers
• Precision honing equipment
• Industrial machine tool accessories

Headquarters

HQ city

Chatham

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Precision Equipment Manufacturing: Design and manufacture of proprietary equipment including Blademaster skate sharpening machines, Ice King curling profilers, and Bayco industrial ovens. Products sold directly to professional teams, arenas, curling clubs, and industrial facilities.
2. Industrial Distribution: Authorized Canadian distributor for Goodson Tools, Ohio Tool Works, Clemco, Starrett, CTG, JenFab, and KAR Industrial products. Revenue from resale of machine tool accessories, cutting tools, and industrial supplies.
3. Customer Training Services: Hands-on training programs conducted at the Blademaster Skate Lab in Chatham facility for customers on equipment operation and sharpening techniques.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Guspro is a Canadian precision equipment manufacturer founded in 1932 and based in Chatham, Ontario, operating through four divisions: Blademaster, which produces NHL-endorsed skate sharpening equipment for hockey and figure skating; Bayco Ovens, which manufactures industrial heat-cleaning ovens for coatings removal, paint stripping, wire insulation removal, motor rewinding, and powder coating cure; Ice King, which produces curling ice profilers; and Distributed Products, which serves as an authorized Canadian distributor for Sunnen honing equipment and KAR industrial machine tool accessories.

Product overview

Guspro Inc. is a precision equipment manufacturer founded in 1932, offering a portfolio of industrial and sports facility equipment through four main divisions: Blademaster (skate sharpening), Bayco Ovens (industrial heat-cleaning), Ice King (curling ice maintenance), and Distributed Products. The Blademaster division produces professional skate sharpening equipment including the new NEXUS automated machine and traditional sharpeners for NHL teams, arenas, and pro shops. Bayco Ovens manufactures industrial heat-cleaning, burnoff, curing, and custom ovens for motor repair and manufacturing. Ice King produces curling ice profilers including the new REGENT (IKM4000) for curling clubs worldwide. The Distributed Products division serves as authorized Canadian dealers for Sunnen honing equipment, KAR Industrial machine tools, Goodson tools, Ohio Tool Works, Clemco blasting equipment, Starrett precision tools, CTG cleaning systems, and JenFab cleaning solutions. The company operates from Chatham, Ontario with over 50 employees serving customers across North America and globally.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Blademaster: Skate sharpening equipment brand manufacturing skate sharpening machines, skate holders, profiling equipment, grinding wheels, and skate repair equipment used by NHL teams, ice arenas, pro shops, and figure skating clubs
• Bayco Ovens
• Ice King
• NEXUS
• REGENT

Products and services

• Blademaster Pro Series Skate Sharpening Equipment NHL-endorsed skate sharpening machines, holders, and accessories used by professional hockey teams, arenas, figure skating programs, and serious individual players to sharpen and profile hockey and figure skate blades to professional specifications.
• NEXUS Automated Skate Sharpening Machine Automated precision skate sharpening machine for high-volume arena and team environments, designed to deliver repeatable, NHL-grade blade profiles with minimal manual intervention.
• BRCEX1 Combo Station Combo bench grinder/sander station for shaping and profiling skate blades as part of the Blademaster Pro Series workflow in team and pro shop settings.
• SH6000 Pro Series Skate Holder Adjustable Pro Series holder for skate blades, used in conjunction with Blademaster sharpening machines to secure skates during precision sharpening.
• Bayco Ovens Industrial Heat-Cleaning Ovens Industrial heat-cleaning ovens based on controlled pyrolysis used by manufacturers and service shops for coatings removal, paint stripping, wire insulation removal, motor rewinding, and powder coating cure.
• Ice King REGENT (IKM4000) Profiler Curling ice profiling machine used by curling clubs, event venues, and curling federations to maintain precise pebble and surface flatness on curling ice.
• Sunnen Honing Equipment (Distributed in Canada by Guspro) Precision honing equipment for industrial machine shops and manufacturers, distributed in Canada by Guspro as an authorized dealer for Sunnen.
• KAR Industrial Machine Tool Accessories (Distributed in Canada by Guspro) Industrial machine tool accessories distributed in Canada by Guspro as an authorized dealer for KAR, supplying machine shops and manufacturing plants.

Quantifiable outcome

• Equipment used by NHL teams, professional curling clubs, and industrial facilities worldwide
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Goodson Tools & SuppliescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Canadian distributor for Goodson Tools & Supplies, providing access to machine shop accessories and tools through Guspro's distribution network.
• Ohio Tool Works (OTW)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Canadian distributor for Ohio Tool Works equipment and supplies, featured at MMTS 2026.
• Clemco Abrasive Blasting EquipmentcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Canadian distributor for Clemco abrasive blasting systems and equipment.
• StarrettcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Canadian distributor for Starrett precision measuring tools and inspection equipment.
• Cleaning Technologies Group (CTG)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Canadian distributor for CTG industrial cleaning equipment and solutions.
• JenFab CleaningcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Canadian distributor for JenFab industrial cleaning equipment.
• KAR IndustrialcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Canadian dealer for KAR Industrial machine tool accessories, cutting tools, and manufacturing supplies. Active promotional events including Winter Warmup and Spring Into Savings.
• Sunnen ProductscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOriginally founded as Canadian arm of Sunnen Products in 1932. Currently distributes Sunnen honing equipment and accessories including mandrels and wedges.
• PHATS/SPHEMcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSociety of Professional Hockey Equipment Managers - annual endorsement and presence at premier gathering for professional hockey equipment managers, trainers, and operations staff.
• RFABC (Recreation Facilities Association of BC)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerConference participation connecting with rink and recreation facility managers across British Columbia.
• EASA (Electrical Apparatus Service Association)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerActive participation in EASA Convention and Solutions Expo for electromechanical service and repair professionals. Bayco Ovens serves EASA member operations with heat-cleaning and curing ovens.
• MMTS (Montreal Manufacturing Technology Show)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerParticipation at Canada's premier manufacturing technology event showcasing industrial oven solutions.
• Sports Distributors of Canada (SDC) / Source for SportscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnual trade show participation at SDC Show in Niagara Falls connecting with Source for Sports retailers.
• Shoresy Fall ClassicminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial skate care provider sponsorship for the Shoresy Fall Classic hockey event featuring NHL alumni and cast from the Shoresy series.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Grieve Corporation: U.S.-based manufacturer of industrial ovens including batch, cabinet, and conveyor ovens for heat processing, curing, and burn-off applications. Direct peer to Bayco Ovens in the industrial thermal processing equipment market.
• Sunnen Products Company: Original parent of Guspro (founded as Sunnen's Canadian arm in 1932) and now a competing manufacturer of industrial honing equipment and accessories. Guspro remains an authorized Sunnen dealer while also being a peer in honing distribution.
• Sparx Hockey: Manufactures automated electric skate sharpeners for hockey and figure skating. Direct competitor to Blademaster's sharpening equipment line, with overlap across pro shops, NHL training rooms, and home consumer segments.
• Clemco Industries: Manufacturer of abrasive blasting equipment and systems. Guspro is the authorized Canadian distributor for Clemco, making them both channel partner and adjacent market peer in surface preparation equipment.
• Pollution Control Products Co. Manufacturer of industrial burn-off / heat-cleaning ovens for motor rewind, remanufacturing, and industrial parts cleaning. Closely comparable to Bayco Ovens' controlled pyrolysis product line.
• Goodson Tools & Supplies: Supplies machine shop tools, consumables, and engine building accessories. Distributed by Guspro in Canada; comparable product breadth in the engine builder and machine shop customer segment.
• ProSharp: Maker of precision skate sharpening machines, holders, and grinding wheels serving hockey, figure skating, and curling markets. Closely comparable to Blademaster's traditional skate sharpening product portfolio.
• KAR Industrial: Distributor of machine tool accessories, cutting tools, and manufacturing supplies in Canada. Guspro is an authorized KAR Industrial dealer; comparable as a peer industrial distributor in the Canadian market.

Broad incumbents

• L.S. Starrett Company: Established global manufacturer of precision measuring tools, saws, and industrial products. Guspro is an authorized Canadian Starrett distributor; Starrett is a much larger incumbent in the broader precision tool category.

Regional players

• Spartec Group: Canadian industrial distributor supplying abrasive blasting equipment, finishing, and shop supplies. Comparable to Guspro's Distributed Products division as a regional channel serving Canadian manufacturers and motor repair shops.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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