Solving Problems since 1995

For over 25 years we have been designing and manufacturing architecturally clean access panels solutions. BAUCO is based in Victoria, BC, Canada, just north of Seattle, WA. We distribute our products directly to customers and jobsites in North and Central America and the Caribbean.

At BAUCO we pride ourselves on being the most customer-responsive supplier of access panels in the industry. We listen to our customers, consult with them, and maintain production capacity and agility. This allows us to provide short lead times, customization and superior delivery logistics.

Architects, designers and owners love our products because they are functional and visually appealing. Contractors appreciate our proactive approach to managing the entire factory-to-jobsite process.

People

From entrepreneurial beginnings in basements, attics, and a garage, to our current offices and manufacturing facilities in Victoria, BC (70 staff and counting), our people make BAUCO the company it is today.

Great teamwork rarely happens by accident. We build our sense of BAUCO community through regular events and activities, by collaborating across departments, updating and informing through the internal newsletter and never missing an opportunity to share gratitude and appreciation

Culture

BAUCO Cares

BAUCO Academy

BAUCO Academy is our internal education process. The goal of the Academy is to train our team to a level of fluency in understanding our products, the industry and our customers’ needs. It also promotes agility with our business tools, and a confidence and pride in our skills.

BAUCO Academy gives our team the tools they need to help our clients succeed. What is embodied carbon? Understanding our customer’s challenges. What is new in wall and ceiling construction technology? We are constantly expanding the scope of BAUCO Academy to provide our team with knowledge and understanding of these areas and countless others that affect our operations.

BAUCO Values

We have not achieved our reputation for unmatched service and quality by accident. Every team member at BAUCO strives to be a master of their area, while adhering to our company’s core values.

  • Reliability: we embrace it fully, as everyone depends on it
  • Teamwork: we collaborate for greatness and treat every teammate like a customer
  • Continuous Improvement: we take a proactive approach to keeping our game at the very top
  • Caring: we care about each other, our customers, and doing our job well
  • Professionalism: we are accountable to ourselves, and deal with the world professionally
  • Safety: we promise to provide a work place free from physical and psychological stress

BAUCO Activities

This is much more than a 9-5 job. Since our inception, BAUCO has aimed to keep our team engaged, help grow their careers and reward them for all their hard work and amazing attitude.

In 2023, our 25th year in business, we have a full calendar of team events, to keep things fun and to remind everyone that working is about more than productivity. Activities include:

  • Our 25th Anniversary Summer Party
  • Monthly staff lunches – BBQs when the weather permits – to keep the team close
  • Service recognition. Be prepared for some fuss for all your great work!
  • Employee of the Month – The BAUCONIAN Award is voted on by peers
  • Open house event – relax with family, friends, customers and vendors
  • End-of-year celebrations – where we really let loose

Careers

At BAUCO, we believe in treating each other as we would like to be treated ourselves. It’s a place where you can let your passion and expertise shine and be noticed. We have a competitive compensation package, including a company bonus system and 100% employer-funded extended medical, dental, and vision plan.

Our team has grown to 70 employees, and we are growing again! We want you to become part of our team.

We want you to become part of our team. At BAUCO, every employee believes in quality, innovation, attention to detail, and service excellence. Sound like you? Contact us!

After joining our team at Bauco you will receive

  • Competitive salary plus participation in the company bonus program
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care benefits to support you and your family
  • Options for flexible hours and some remote workdays
  • Continuous learning and training to sharpen your skills and keep you ahead of the game
  • A casual and supportive work environment that nurtures innovation and ideas and recognizes and rewards outstanding performance
  • One-on-one meetings, Performance reviews, Collaborative planning, and goal-setting sessions,
  • Employee of the Month peer recognition program,
  • Monthly staff appreciation lunches, and many other perks

History

BAUCO has been around since 1995 when Bauco Products Incorporated was registered. Here are some of the major milestones on the way to what our team is doing today.

1995

BAUCO Products Incorporated is registered in Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada and begins product development and market research activities.

1997

BAUCO Products Incorporated is registered in Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada and begins product development and market research activities.

1998

Launch of the BAUCO plus model and first sale of an access panel in Canada.

1999

Recognition for product innovation, Construct Canada, Toronto, ON.

2000

BAUCO supplies the first highrise project (Hyatt Hotel) with drywall access panels. Calgary, AB

2000

APS Access Panel Solutions Inc is formed as an international marketing arm of BAUCO

2001

BAUCO’s first overseas shipment. Supply of two container loads to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

2006

More solutions for our customers. Two new models introduced: BAUCO plus II and BAUCO softline

2009

BAUCO moves to new facility, trippling its size to accommodate expanding production, development, sales, and marketing teams

2013

Lauch of new model BAUCO air, architectural bar grille for air return use

2014

BAUCO Products Incorporated and APS Access Panel Solutions Inc are amalgameted into BAUCO Access Panel Solutions Inc.

2016

BAUCO expands its facilities into newly renovated building at 834 Devonshire Road, doubling its office and manufacturing space

2018

The whole team and our community celebrate 20 year anniversary of first sale of a BAUCO access panel.

2020

New model BAUCO XL is introduced. Allows for extra-large functional wall access doors.

2020

COVID-19 viral disease is declared a pandemic. The BAUCO team responds with multiple control measures to ensure employee safety, enable continued service of our customers, and keep the entire team employed throughout the pandemic.

2023

25 years since the first access panel was shipped. The team of 70 employees celebrates with a string of events throughout the year.