ODG

The Company

Founded in 1962, Ontario Drive & Gear Limited operates from a 105,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility in New Hamburg, Ontario. ODG has established the ARGO as a world leader in amphibious vehicles and its industrial division has built a solid reputation for the design and manufacture of quality gears and transmissions, as well as the distribution of KTR Power Transmission Couplings. To satisfy the growing demand for its products and innovative developments, ODG has aligned its business strength in two divisions: the Vehicles Division and the Gear Division.

ODG is proud of its people, the basis of the company's success story. Numerous performance awards from industrial customers are testimonials to ODG's commitment to customer satisfaction and quality. 

Gears and Transmission

ODG’s commitment to high quality industrial products is backed by the latest gear manufacturing technology and a team of professionals dedicated to excellence in customer satisfaction. The Gear Division operates in a state-of-the-art environment designing and producing small to medium volume gears and transmissions to our customers' specifications. ODG’s capabilities include the latest in CNC gear cutting, CNC machining, gear shaving, broaching and key-seating.

Couplings

ODG is the authorized master distributor and representative for KTR Power Transmission products in Canada. KTR provides international excellence in power transmission technology with worldwide service. ODG carries an extensive stock of KTR couplings and is able to offer complete engineering solutions and support to OEMs, and Maintenance personnel for their coupling requirements. ODG services the Canadian market with a qualified network of agents and distributors.

Argo

The amphibious, all terrain ARGO is sold worldwide and has proven its capabilities as a reliable off-road vehicle in some of the world’s most remote regions. The 6x6 or 8x8 ARGO models seat up to six passengers, making it possible to enjoy the great outdoors with family and friends. Other applications include hunting, fishing and bush trekking through mud, across water and over snow. More and more commercial users in the utility, natural resource and public sectors rely on the ARGO in the toughest off-road conditions, all year round.ODG has developed a wide range of options offering greater comfort, protection and convenience. The all season ARGO is marketed through a growing network of stocking distributors and dealers worldwide.

Centaur

As a leader in both amphibious vehicles and power transmission technology, ODG proudly introduces a new dimension in the evolution of the amphibious all-terrain vehicle. The innovative CENTAUR is designed to meet the demands of the commercial off-road vehicle market, transporting people and equipment through challenging terrain inaccessible to other traditional all-terrain vehicles. The new CENTAUR features include conventional, automotive style driver controls, efficient CVT - Centaurmatic drive system and 1500lb carrying capacity. The vehicle's rear cargo area can be readily adapted to suit customer requirements. The amphibious Centaur has established itself with utility companies for fiber optic cable installation and in the management of natural resources. Other markets include the public sector, defense, resort lodges & outfitting, and agriculture & forestry.

Corporate Values

Honesty, mutual respect and commitment are the pillars upon which our business is based. Our pursuit of excellence is to be evident in our actions, our products and our services.

Customer satisfaction is the common goal of all our employees.

We are committed to the continuous improvement of our products and our services.

We believe in the dignity, worth and fair treatment of our employees. We respect our employees as the most important contributors to our success and we foster their personal development through education and promotions from within.

We are committed to our environmental and social responsibilities.

Customer Service Policy

Ontario Drive & Gear Limited strives at all times to provide its good and services in a way that respects the dignity and independence of people with disabilities. It is committed to giving people with disabilities the same opportunity to access the company's goods, services and allowing them to benefit from the same services, in the same place and in a similar way as other customers.

Personnel Policy

We believe in the dignity, worth and fair treatment of every employee. Each employee will be treated with respect as an important contributor to our success.

Each employee has the right to be free from harassment of any nature.

We are committed to the equality of all employees.

We will foster personal and professional development among our employees through training and promotions from within.

Each employee is expected to show a strong commitment to our company and to perform to the best of her/his abilities in serving
our customers.

Environmental Policy

Ontario Drive & Gear Limited is committed to the continuous improvement and minimization of its impacts on the environment as a result of its actions and operations. In agreement with this policy statement, ODG complies with environmental legal requirements and conducts business in an environmentally responsible manner, with regard to the surrounding community. To further this policy, ODG shall:

 Comply with applicable environmental laws and regulations set out by federal, provincial and municipal governments and other requirements set out in internal documents or procedures.

 Utilize pollution prevention techniques such as material substitution, source reduction, recycling and other treatment or control technologies to eliminate or reduce emissions to the natural environment.

 Effectively communicate to ODG employees, suppliers, carriers, customers and the local community.

 Periodically review and demonstrate continuous improvement initiatives regarding ODG’s Environmental Management System (EMS).