As 2025 comes to a close, the Mars Metal Group of Companies extends our sincere thanks to the customers, suppliers, and partners who made this another successful year. Your continued trust and collaboration drive everything we do. In recognition of the holiday season, our office and plant/warehouse will be closed from Wednesday, December 24, 2025, […]
Customers often wonder why shipping costs are higher for shielding products. The answer lies in the nature of the materials. Lead is dense, heavy, and must be transported with specific safety considerations that most standard freight doesn’t require. These conditions directly affect pricing regardless of order size. Why Freight Costs Are Higher for Radiation Shielding […]
MarShield has spent decades building shielding systems for nuclear facilities and research organizations across the world. Our focus in nuclear is clear. We support established plants, radioactive waste management sites, and advanced reactor projects, including small modular reactors (SMRs) and facilities using CANDU technology. Every product we deliver is reliable, certified, and supported with documentation. […]
On September 18, 2025, MarShield will proudly participate in the OCNI/CNL Industry Day Trade Show in Chalk River, Ontario, a must-attend event for those in the nuclear, research, and supply chain sectors. This annual gathering offers a rare opportunity to engage directly with Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL) and discover upcoming economic and partnership opportunities within […]
As regulatory scrutiny tightens and radiation shielding demands evolve, Canada’s nuclear sector needs more than off-the-shelf solutions. It needs precision, partnership, and proven performance. That’s why MarShield’s recognition as an official ambassador for the Canadians for CANDU campaign marks a critical milestone for the future of radiation protection and Canadian-engineered nuclear solutions. Why MarShield? […]
Canada’s premier Nuclear Science and Technology facility has once again reached out to MarShield for a number of customized shielding solutions. The lab required a tailored solution for a range of applications, each demanding different levels of mobility, storage capacity, shielding integrity, and accessibility. The customer was looking to procure shielded equipment designed specifically for […]
MarShield will be at the 44th Annual CRPA Conference in Hamilton, Ontario, from May 26–30. Find us at Booth #14. Join us in Hamilton, Ontario, from May 26–30, 2025, for the 44th Annual CRPA Conference: Forging the Future of radiation protection. This event brings together experts from across industry, healthcare, government, and research to explore […]
CNA2025 | April 15-17, 2025 | Rogers Centre, Ottawa, ON With the nuclear sector entering a pivotal phase of growth and investment, shielding is no longer a secondary consideration. That’s why MarShield is attending CNA2025, Canada’s most influential nuclear conference. As the industry turns from vision to action, MarShield stands ready to support the next […]
Radiation shielding is critical to ensuring safety and compliance in environments exposed to harmful radiation, such as healthcare facilities, nuclear power plants, and industrial sites. Choosing the right radiation shielding materials and determining proper lead thickness are essential to safeguarding people and equipment while meeting stringent regulatory standards. This guide explores what factors influence the […]
On behalf of the Mars Metal Group of Companies, we want to wish you happy holidays and a bright start to the New Year. Your support and partnership have made 2024 an incredible year, and we’re excited about the opportunities 2025 will bring! Our Holiday Hours We will be closed from December 25th and will […]
Sheet lead is a common, quick and cost-effective method to efficiently shield radiation in dental offices, vet clinics, health clinics, hospitals and other areas. roof flashing, and sheet lead can also be laminated for lead lined drywall or lead lined plywood, depending on your needs. Many customers have questions about sheet lead orders and clarifications about […]
MarShield specializes in providing a variety of Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) enclosure shielding materials as well as radiofrequency (RF) and MRI shielding products. Alongside these offerings, we provide waveguide air vents and cryogen vent systems to ventilate the affected spaces properly. Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) RF Shielding RF Shielding for MRI Rooms MRI […]
