Who We Are
Over 45 Years of Industrial Excellence
Our Story
Where It All
Began
In 1979, two visionaries — André Barrette and Vicentino Di Sano — founded Avitec Tools in a modest facility on 4th Avenue in Rivière-des-Prairies, Montréal. Their shared conviction was simple but powerful: that precision, craftsmanship, and integrity could build lasting partnerships with the most demanding clients in aerospace and industry.
From those early days in a small workshop, the company steadily grew — relocating to St-Léonard, then building a dedicated 10,000 sq. ft. factory on Armand-Bombardier. With every decade came new capabilities: CNC machining in the 1990s, ISO 9001 in 2006, AS9100 accreditation in 2009, and a landmark expansion into the US market in 2015.
Today, Avitec Tools stands as a trusted North American partner for Tier 1 and Tier 2 aerospace clients — a testament to more than four decades of precision, persistence, and passion.
André Barrette
Co-Founder
Vicentino Di Sano
Co-Founder
Our Mission
Mission &
Values
Precision First
Every part we manufacture is held to the highest dimensional standards. Tolerances to ±0.0001" are not an aspiration — they are our baseline.
Client Partnership
We treat every client relationship as a long-term partnership. Their challenges become our engineering problems to solve — urgently and expertly.
Uncompromising Quality
ISO 9001 and AS9100 certification are the framework. Our consistently low non-conformance rate is the proof. Quality is never compromised.
Continuous Innovation
We invest in technology, process improvement, and skills development to stay ahead of industry demands and deliver next-generation tooling solutions.
Precision, performance, and integrity have been the foundation of every decision at Avitec since 1979. We don't just manufacture tools — we build the trust that our clients' operations depend on.
— Avitec Tools Inc. | Since 1979— Avitec Tools Inc. | Since 1979
Family & Succession
Legacy &
Leadership
In 2018, Avitec Tools entered an exciting new chapter. The Di Sano daughters assumed leadership of the company, bringing fresh vision, modern strategy, and a deep respect for the founding principles established in 1979.
"We carry our father's passion for precision and our founders' commitment to excellence — while driving Avitec boldly into the future."
— Di Sano Family, Second Generation Leadership
Their leadership has ushered in an era of strategic growth — deepening relationships with Tier 1 and Tier 2 aerospace clients, modernizing operations, and expanding Avitec’s footprint across North America. The founder’s spirit lives on; the company’s vision has never been sharper.
Our History
45 Years of
Milestones
1979
Founded by André Barrette and Vicentino Di Sano on 4th Avenue, Rivière-des-Prairies, Montréal.
1981
Relocation to St-Léonard. First major partnerships with Quebec aerospace industry leaders established.
1987
Construction of a purpose-built 10,000 sq. ft. factory on Armand-Bombardier in Rivière-des-Prairies.
1990–95
First CNC equipment acquired. A pivotal investment that transformed production capability and precision output.
2004
25th anniversary celebration — a milestone reflecting decades of trust, craftsmanship, and client loyalty.
2005
Vicentino Di Sano acquires the company shares.
2006
ISO 9001 certification achieved — formalizing Avitec's quality management systems and processes.
2009
AS9100 accreditation and Controlled Goods Program certification. Full aerospace supplier qualification.
2015
US market expansion. Recognized by Tier 1 and Tier 2 aerospace clients across North America.
2018
Family succession. The Di Sano daughters assume leadership — combining heritage with a bold vision for the future.