Discover Our History | From PED to Rainhouse Manufacturing Canada Ltd.
Explore Rainhouse’s history. From its inception as Prototype Equipment Design (PED) in 2001 to its rebranding as Rainhouse Manufacturing Canada Ltd in 2017, our company’s journey has been one of growth and evolution. Today, Rainhouse is a prominent player in the North American CNC machining and manufacturing industry, driven by our passion for excellence and innovation.
2023
New 8-Axis Turning
Nakamura-Tome WT150ii Max. Turning Diameter: 190mm Max. Turning Length: 515mm Left Spindle Speed: 4,500 RPM Right Spindle Speed: 5,000 RPM LNS Bar Feeder: 1200mm (L) | 65mm (D)
Like many things in life, this journey has come with challenges but has also brought joy, growth, and the best team!
2020
Expansion of Headquarters
As big believers in innovation, Rainhouse created an in-house research and development (R&D) department. We have accomplished working with an international consortium to develop smart cutting tools.
Chris Lichty and Kory Pollner Become Rainhouse Shareholders
Throughout this long and exciting journey, Ray found two allies who share his vision and demonstrate their passion for what they do every day. Seeing their full potential and love for what they do, in 2019, Ray decided to offer the opportunity to Kory Pollner and Chris Lichty to buy into the company.
2019
New Pick and Place Machine
Manncorp Pick and Place machine for printed circuit board assembly.
2017
Rainhouse Holds its First Engineering Showcase
Rainhouse’s annual engineering showcase creates an opportunity for local students to exhibit their engineering projects as well as increases awareness of opportunities available in the Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) fields by creating networking opportunities for students, industry, and the general public.
2017
Prototype Equipment Design Rebrands to Rainhouse Manufacturing Canada Ltd.
PED changed its name and appearance to better reflect our West Coast location and the broadened scope of our business.
2015
New Certifications
Controlled Goods registered.
2013
New Coordinate-Measuring Machine (CMM)
Made to Measure Blackhawk X-Axis: 600mm Y-Axis: 800mm Z-Axis: 500mm
2013
New Certifications
1. ISO 9001:2015 certified. 2. Class MA Boiler and Pressure Vessel Licenced (License No.: LPB0201365).
2011
New Capabilities Acquired
Manncorp Pick and Place machine and reflow oven for printed circuit board assembly.
2010
Chris Lichty was Hired
Chris is passionate about learning how things work and all things manufacturing. He is an experienced machinist with 15+ years’ experience who can make almost any imaginable part a reality.
2009
PED Expanded its Office Space to 528 William Street
Rainhouse adds 6 CNC machining centres. The company’s success was showing as they had numerous projects, new partnerships, and some growing pains.
2009
Teresa Wong was Hired
Teresa is a leader at Rainhouse with responsibilities including the oversight of our supply chain coordination, electronic manufacturing services, and office management.
2004
Kory Pollner was Hired
A west coast native, born on Vancouver Island, Kory has 25+ years’ experience in machining and manufacturing. Kory can basically do it all; he is a great machinist, critical thinker, and creative problem solver.
2004
PED Moved its Headquarters to 532 William Street
PED was doing well adding 2 CNC machines to its capabilities. Ray began specializing in private company projects in the marine and defence industries as well as continuing to build strong interpersonal connections with his clients.
2001
Prototype Equipment Design (PED) was Founded by Ray Brougham
Our company’s history started as PED in Ray’s basement. Armed with a manual lathe and his first FP4NC machine, the company specialized in private company projects and building strong interpersonal connections with its clients.
