About Cadex Defence
Our mission:
Helping you to shoot beyond what you ever thought achievable.
This is what we effectively work for every day.
Company Overview
Every Cadex precision rifle and chassis is designed and manufactured in-house, in Canada. By controlling every step of the process, from engineering and machining to finishing and assembly, we uphold the highest standards of quality and performance.
CADEX, a privately-held company in business since 1994, is the world leader in the research, development, and manufacturing of “Turn-Key” impact systems and testing laboratories. Our Testing Division’s R&D in combination with our Metrology & QA Departments consistently provides our Engineering, Electronic, and Production Departments with unmatched levels of support and technology when it comes to the understanding of complex designs, material harmonics, and impacts on the human body.
Launched in 2000, this unique capability and expertise is the foundation of our Defence Division to support Canadian, US & International Military-specific requirements with our specialized manufacturing services. The ability to provide “Turn-Key” product-based solutions from design, prototyping, testing and high-end machining in a vertically integrated production environment has proven to be a successful formula with over 80 premium Military, Law Enforcement, and Civilian products in our Catalog.
Our recoil management systems and precision mounts for electro-optic systems, diverse weapon components and accessories, and premium long-range precision rifles and chassis are wholly manufactured in-house with the highest levels of craftsmanship.
Our unparalleled attention to detailed precision enables ALL our customers to achieve Extreme Range Supremacy® with unmatched ease and comfort. The CADEX team consists of experienced management, skilled and meticulous engineers, technicians, CNC machinists, armorers, and support staff who strive to achieve a level of excellence equal and superior to that of any custom shop. With close to 100 employees and a state-of-the-art facility spanning 60,000+ sqft, CADEX remains committed to excellence and supporting customers worldwide with first-class products and exceptional customer service.
WHAT GOES INTO EVERY CADEX RIFLE
We choose each component for one reason: repeatable precision at extreme range. This is what you get, whichever Cadex rifle you shoot.
Bartlein® barrels
Match-grade barrels with 5R single-point-cut rifling on most of our rifles, and Bartlein carbon-fibre barrels on the CDX-R7 CRBN and X-LITE.
6061-T6 aluminium chassis
Machined from solid aeronautic-grade 6061-T6 aluminium billet, then anodized, for a rigid, stable platform that never shifts.
Cerakote® finish
Military-grade, non-reflective Cerakote over the anodizing, in 21 solid and hybrid colours.
416 stainless actions
Actions in 416 stainless steel, with DLC-coated, spiral-fluted bolts and tool-free bolt disassembly.
DX2 EVO trigger
On every Cadex rifle: convertible single or two-stage, adjustable from 1.5 to 2.5 lb. Hardox 500 internal parts.
Made in-house,
in Canada
Engineering, machining, finishing and assembly under one roof, with in-house tracking and quality control at every step.
Company Overview
CADEX, a privately-held company in business since 1994, is the world leader in the research, development, and manufacturing of “Turn-Key” impact systems and testing laboratories. Our Testing Division’s R&D in combination with our Metrology & QA Departments consistently provides our Engineering, Electronic, and Production Departments with unmatched levels of support and technology when it comes to the understanding of complex designs, material harmonics, and impacts on the human body.
Launched in 2000, this unique capability and expertise is the foundation of our Defence Division to support Canadian, US & International Military-specific requirements with our specialized manufacturing services. The ability to provide “Turn-Key” product-based solutions from design, prototyping, testing and high-end machining in a vertically integrated production environment has proven to be a successful formula with over 80 premium Military, Law Enforcement, and Civilian products in our Catalog.
Our recoil management systems and precision mounts for electro-optic systems, diverse weapon components and accessories, and premium long-range precision rifles and chassis are wholly manufactured in-house with the highest levels of craftsmanship.
Our unparalleled attention to detailed precision enables ALL our customers to achieve Extreme Range Supremacy® with unmatched ease and comfort. The CADEX team consists of experienced management, skilled and meticulous engineers, technicians, CNC machinists, armorers, and support staff who strive to achieve a level of excellence equal and superior to that of any custom shop. With close to 100 employees and a state-of-the-art facility spanning 60,000+ sqft, CADEX remains committed to excellence and supporting customers worldwide with first-class products and exceptional customer service.
Products
- CDX Precision Rifles
- Rifle Chassis
- Weapon & Shotgun Accessories
- Surveillance Kits
- Helmet Electro-Optic Mounts
- Heavy Machine Gun Accessories
- Breaching and Method of Entry Tools
- Armoured Vehicles (Car + SUV)
- Armoured Personnel Carriers (Light - Medium - Heavy)
Customers
- Canadian Armed Forces
- US Department of Defense
- French Armed Forces
- NATO and International Military Organizations
- RCMP & International Law Enforcement Agencies
- Defence Research & Development Canada
- Aberdeen Proving Grounds – US Army
- 250+ Custom Impact Testing Laboratories
- 250+ Commercial Dealers in Worldwide
Capabilities and Services
Electronics Department
♦ Design of circuitry and boards
♦ Calibration of system and protocol compliance
♦ Integration of various sensors and systems
♦ Board assembly
Mechanical research and development
♦ Design and conception in 3D
♦ 3D prototyping printer
♦ 3D prototyping from production
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Development of new production methods
♦ CNC Programming 3, 4 and 5 axe
♦ CNC programming with live tooling
Production facility
♦ Paint room and finishing surface
♦ Machining conventional (sandblasting, oxidization and laser marking
♦ CNC machining 3, 4 and 5 axe system
♦ Cutting department (including CNC waterjet)
♦ Assembly team
♦ Plastic injection
♦ Cast urethane models for prototypes
♦ Surface finishing
Metrology
All Cadex testing equipment is:
♦ Supplied with calibration certificates
♦ Calibrated following strict calibration protocols
♦ Calibrated by qualified engineers and technicians instruments
♦ Traceable to primary measuring instruments throughout the calibration chain
Security
Cadex has a unique customer base (from conventional military to special operation units), which expects a high level of confidentiality and security. Cadex does not subcontract work that may impact the level of security and quality assurance. In 2009, Cadex has implanted a new security process at its new facility:
♦ Approved vault for sensitive items and firearms
♦ Control access door with card reader
♦ Multi-camera system recorder inside and outside the facility
Certification
♦ Restricted and prohibited firearms licence to manufacture and store
♦ Control goods merchandise (# 22290)
♦ Export/import control bureau (EXCOL)
♦ Canadian security clearance
♦ In-house tracking/quality control
♦ ISO 9001:2015 certification
Meet our executive leadership team
Message from the Cadex president
“For over 30 years, Cadex has designed and manufactured an extensive line of high-quality and premium products for Special Operations, Military, Law Enforcement and Civilians across the globe. In each field of operation, we bring to you a team of specialized and dedicated professionals. Ready to guide you forward and best support your multiple mission requirements. We would like to thank our long-standing customer base for their ongoing trust and support.“
Patrice Picard
Vice President
Sales & Marketing
Robert Pettorsson
USA
Sales and Marketing Manager
Jamie Barkwell
Canada / USA
Sales Representative
Antoine Charbonneau
Canada / USA
Customer Service Representative