1999

Launch of the Galvashield^® XP

The Original Galvanic Anode for Reinforced Concrete Repair launched by Fosroc Corrosion Solutions

2000

Launch of the Galvashield^® CC

Introduced for corrosion prevention in sound concrete

2002

Vector Brings XP & CC Manufacturing In-House

Vector secures the Galvashield^® manufacturing license from Fosroc Corrosion Solutions and opens a manufacturing plant in Winnipeg, Canada. 

2003

Launch of the Galvashield^® DAS

Introduced for global protection and higher steel density applications

2004

Introduction of Galvashield^® XP+

With a higher output and longer lasting performance

2005

Launch of the Galvashield^® Jacket Systems

To provide global cathodic protection to piles

2006

Expanded Winnipeg Manufacturing

Moved to a larger dedicated manufacturing location on Otter Street

2007

Introduction of Galvashield^® XP2 & XP4 with Bar-Fit™

Galvashield^® XP2 & XP4 are introduced for meeting corrosion control protection criteria and greater overall performance. First inclusion of Bar-Fit™ design

2010

Launch of Galvashield^® XPT

Thin anode for tight spaces or low cover

2011

R&D Centre in UK Opening

Vector acquires the original Galvashield R&D team and establishes a R&D Centre in Birmingham, United Kingdom

Launch of the Galvashield^® N

Introduced to be installed into new structures to provide corrosion prevention to reinforcing steel

2014

2G Mortar Technology

Invention of Second Generation (2G) technology activating alkaline mortar

2015

Launch of the Galvashield^® XP Compact

For lower budget or short-term protection requirement projects

2016

Launch of the Galvashield^® Tidal Plus

Introduced with bare zinc anodes placed inside a wicking fabric to extend zinc activation for protection above the tidal zone

2018

Launch of Fusion^® Technology

Combining the power of impressed current cathodic protection (ICCP) with the maintenance-free performance of galvanic anodes

One & Done™ + Chocolate Bar Shape

Galvashield^® XP anodes are redesigned to be thinner and use the One & Done™ single stainless-steel wire to make them faster and easier to install

2022

Established Kentucky Manufacturing Plant

Expanded manufacturing to the USA to keep up with increasing demand

Galvashield^® X-Series Launch

Introduced to meet performance requirements in extreme environments and high-temperature climates 

Performance Based Specification Design Process Education

Introduction of a new design process that takes into account end of life performance, anode aging terms & environmental temperature.

2023

Launch of the Galvashield^® SM-DAS

Introduced to offer a surface mounted application of our DAS technology.

2024

Established Indonesia Manufacturing Plant

Expanded manufacturing to Indonesia to keep up with international demand.