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MIRABEL, QC, June 17, 2025 — Comact, a leader in OEM high-caliber wood processing equipment, is pleased to announce a new strategic partnership with Lakeland Steel, based in Rotorua, New Zealand. This partnership marks an important step in Comact’s global growth strategy and reinforces its commitment to better serving customers across New Zealand, Australia, and […]

ST. GEORGE, SC, JUNE 12, 2025 — Comact is pleased to announce the expansion of its operations with the lease of a 48,000-square-foot facility in Building 2 at Port 95 Business Park in St. George, South Carolina. This strategic move marks Comact as the first tenant in this state-of-the-art industrial park, positioning the company to […]

SAINT-GEORGES, QC, JANUARY 8, 2025 — Comact, a global leader in wood processing solutions, proudly announces the launch of its new hybrid sawline, a groundbreaking innovation designed to address the evolving challenges of the sawmilling industry. Combining circular saws, bandsaws, and advanced smart technologies, this cutting-edge system sets a new benchmark for speed, flexibility, and […]

SAINT-GEORGES, QC – As 2024 comes to a close, Comact, a leading OEM in high-caliber wood processing equipment, digital technologies, cutting solutions, project services, and aftermarket support supplier, is proud to celebrate its 100th anniversary with a short film that highlights a century of innovation, evolution, and leadership in the wood processing industry. This year has […]

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, NOVEMBER 1, 2024 — After more than 10 years of transformational leadership and as part of a planned succession strategy, Comact President & CEO Alistair Cook announced he will take on a new role to help prepare the next generation of Comact leadership and usher in a new era of growth for […]

Vancouver, British Columbia, November 1st, 2024 — We are pleased to announce the appointment of Travis McDonald as Executive Vice President, Strategy and Business Development at Comact. Travis brings a unique blend of skills and experience, making him the ideal leader for this critical role. With over 30 years of expertise in engineering and strategic […]

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, September 12, 2024 — BID Group, a leader in the wood processing industry for over a century, is proud to announce its new identity as Comact. This transition marks a significant evolution in the company’s journey and reflects its commitment to innovation and excellence. From its origins as an OEM, Comact has […]

Dothan, Alabama, September 4, 2024 — BID Automation, a subsidiary of BID Group known for its expertise in control systems across various manufacturing sectors, is rebranding as CORE Integrators.  This rebranding signifies the organization’s continued push for strategic expansion beyond wood processing into a broader range of industries, including agriculture, food and beverage, steel, textiles, […]

Vancouver, British Columbia, August 28th, 2024 – BID Group, a leader in wood processing solutions, is thrilled to announce the launch of its innovative new website, offering a comprehensive 360-degree experience of its products. This groundbreaking feature, a first in the industry, allows visitors to virtually tour a sawmill and explore BID Group’s offerings in […]