Marc Riopelle

KP-14+ surpasses EN927-2 standard in 1-coat*

KP-14+ is a 1-coat formula that replaces traditional vapor barrier on the topsides of CLT panels when applied to KP-12 treated surfaces. KP-14+ offers protection from water absorption, and water staining on engineered wood during construction.

Part of Sansin’s Precision Coat Factory Finish Line of products, KP-14+ is a single-coat vapor permeable membrane coating for wood that meets EN927-5 and EN927-4 moisture absorption testing when applied to KP-12 treated surfaces. This technology is designed to aggressively protect against water absorption and water staining that may occur on the undersides of mass timber panels. By coating the exposed topsides, KP-14+ prevents water leaching through the panel. KP-14+ is unique from other membranes that may entrap water, leading to mold growth, wood rot and decay.

 KP-14+ is a highly durable, water-borne product that is low in VOC’s, making it a sustainable choice for the industry. KP-14+ can be field, or factory applied to protect the wood from weathering or water absorption during construction. Proper preparation and application methods should be followed according to our product data sheet.

EN 927-5 water absorption of KP-14 system comparables

Figure 1: A graph showing the water permeability of KP-12 and KP-14+systems according to EN927-5.

EN 927-4 water absorption/desorption of KP-14 system comparables

Figure 2: A graph showing the water vapor absorption and desorption of KP-12 and KP-14+ systems according to EN927-4 testing method.

To learn more about Sansin’s Factory Finishing Line of products or to arrange a sample of KP-14+ to test yourself, please contact info@sansin.com

Sansin IRIS® helps architects, building owners, and engineers achieve wood coating quality, aesthetic, and maintenance objectives. Consult our Sansin IRIS® team so we can help your customers define the coating systems most suited to their specific project requirements.

Notes to Editors and about Sansin

KP-14+ is designed as a moisture protection plan in conjunction with KP-12 for the exposed topsides of CLT panels during construction. The KP-14+ system is unique from other membranes that may entrap water, leading to mold growth, wood rot, and decay.

Since 1986, Sansin has been the only wood protection company focused exclusively on researching and developing environmentally friendly, water-borne interior and exterior wood coatings and technologies that deliver outstanding beauty, durability and performance without the toxicity found in conventional wood coatings. Sansin wood treatments, finishes and preservatives utilize water to deeply penetrate and protect wood naturally.

Sansin IRIS® helps architects and other design, and engineering professionals achieve wood coating quality and maintenance objectives. Apply to Sansin’s IRIS® program so we can help your customers define the coating system most suited to their specific project requirements.

Sansin Care® provides personalized service that optimizes maintenance scheduling to keep your wood protection looking and performing well for years to come. Proactive maintenance reduces your total cost of ownership (TCO) and improves the coatings performance. Apply for Sansin Care program here:

Links:

www.sansin.com

www.sansinfactoryfinish.com

www.sansinIRIS.com   

www.sansincare.com   

Private Cabin Displays Sansin’s Beautiful & Durable Wood Coatings

March 2025

Whiteshell Provincial Park is a four-season destination where nature sets the stage for adventure and relaxation. This private cabin combines modern functionality with a cozy atmosphere. The interior wood has been pre-finished by Whiteshell painting Co. The beautiful pine windows and trim have been coated in Sansin Purity 0-VOC Stain and two coats of Precision Coat Glacier – Satin. The timbers are finished with Precision Coat SDF and Precision Coat Glacier – Satin. The knotty pine ceiling is finished with Precision coat Glacier. “Sansin products deliver the best-in-industry protection for the wood and the best beauty,” says Biya Joba, owner of Winnipeg’s #1 Painters. “The simplicity of the application process and the fact that Sansin offers water-borne products makes it the only choice in our opinion.”

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PRODUCTS USED IN THIS PROJECT


Product Precision Coat Glacier

Precision Coat Purity Glacier

A crystal-clear finish for high-wear interior wood surfaces.

When you need a tough, non-ambering finish that offers glass-like beauty and clarity, choose Precision Coat Purity Glacier.

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Order Entry Specialist

Reporting to the Controller, the Order Management Specialist has primary responsibilities for managing and executing the accounts payable and customer invoicing processes.

Specific Areas of Responsibility:

  • Manage the daily workflow of the sales order processing to ensure that all client orders are created accurately and in a timely manner
  • Responsible for creation and distribution of sales reports
  • Liaison between accounting, SansinCare, and Production for orders
  • Assist in some day to day accounting activities, including but not limited to:
  • Maintain appropriate documentation.
  • Perform regular accounting entry and reconciliation activities
  • Bank account reconciliations
  • Credit card reconciliations
  • Intercompany, inventory, and COS journals
  • EDC and other insurance journals
  • HST/GST journals
  • Other monthly recurring and non-recurring journals, including accruals
  • Maintain documentation, performance metrics, and lead improvements in the Order management process
  • Provide guidance and coaching to others regarding orders
  • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Competencies and Skills Required:

  • Maintain strict confidentiality in all areas of work
  • Knowledge and understanding of GAAP and their application.
  • Proficiency in Accounting/MRP software and Microsoft Office suite (especially Excel)
  • Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills.
  • Able to effectively manage multiple activities and responsibilities at once.

Sansin Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Sansin respects the right to medical privacy and will not require proof of vaccination.

We look forward to developing our team with the addition of individuals capable of filling the following positions. Resumes can be faxed or mailed to the contact information listed below. Please indicate position being applied for in the subject of the e-mail or fax.

The Sansin Corporation
Attn: Human Resources
hr@sansin.com
Fax: 519-245-4759

Award-Winning Home Features Accoya & Glulam Protected by Sansin

February 2025 —–
February POTM

This beautiful home, located in Michigan lake country and designed by Wheeler Kearns Architects, recently won the prestigious Wood Design & Building Sansin Award. This home features exposed glulam from Sansin partner Western Archrib and weathered gray Accoya siding inside and outside that harmonizes with the surrounding forest. KP-12 UVW offers the clear natural wood tone desired for this project, and the ENS Topcoat coating system offers enhanced durability and protection.

To learn more about this project, watch this video: www.sansin.com/2024-wood-design-building-sansin-award-winner-galien-river-retreat/.

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PRODUCTS USED IN THIS PROJECT


PC ENS

Precision Coat ENS

A beautiful premium finish with exceptional adhesion.

ENS is a tough, durable satin two-coat finish that can be applied to virtually any surface – from millwork, to siding, to decks and even to improve the performance of other coatings.

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Sansin Breathable Coatings Protect Wood in Aquatic Environment

January 2025 —–
January POTM

The təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic and Community centre in New Westminster, BC, is a hub of community connection. Designed by HCMA Architecture + Design, it is Canada’s First Completed Zero Carbon Building – Design certified aquatic centre. Wood features prominently in the design, and all of the CLT and glulam elements are protected and beautified with a comprehensive system of Sansin coatings, including KP-12 and Precision Coat SDF in Sansin’s 2025 Color of the Year, Ivory 21 (formerly Washed White). The wood creates a warm and natural environment that stands in contrast to typically sterile aquatic environments. Sansin’s breathable, water-borne coatings enable the wood to breathe, absorbing and releasing humidity naturally.

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SDF

Precision Coat SDF

A penetrating one-coat finish for exterior wood.

Precision Coat SDF provides tough, effective protection for wood siding.

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Janitor/Cleaner – Part Time

We are currently seeking an experienced and professional part time Janitor/Cleaner (Day Shift) to clean our production facility and office space. The ideal candidate will have previous experience cleaning in a manufacturing and office environment.

*As a condition of employment, the candidate will have to undergo a criminal background check.

Responsibilities:

  • Maintain a thoroughly clean office and factory area
  • Mop tile and concrete floor areas, use machine where required
  • Vacuum all carpeted areas
  • Dust all furniture and fixtures as required
  • Wash and disinfect all washroom floors, toilets, toilet seats, fixtures, and mirrors
  • Replenish toilet tissue and soap as needed
  • Empty all waste baskets and garbage cans and place garbage in outside storage bin
  • Clean entrance and exit including glass, doors and hardware
  • Wash all finger marks from walls, doors, hardware and glass
  • Clean kitchen sinks and counters
  • Maintain cleaning inventory and notify purchasing for additional supplies
  • Follow all health and safety regulations
  • Notify management of occurring deficiencies or needs for repairs
  • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications:

  • 2-5 years of experience cleaning office and manufacturing environments
  • Must have reliable transportation to get to and from work

Sansin Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Sansin respects the right to medical privacy and will not require proof of vaccination.

We look forward to developing our team with the addition of individuals capable of filling the following positions. Resumes can be faxed or mailed to the contact information listed below. Please indicate position being applied for in the subject of the e-mail or fax.

The Sansin Corporation
Attn: Human Resources
hr@sansin.com
Fax: 519-245-4759

Business Development Manager – Ontario

Key Responsibilities:

  • To achieve revenue and growth targets for assigned territory
  • Develop and execute strategic account plans to capitalize on market opportunities in all segments
  • Through a consultative sales approach, ensure customers are well positioned and equipped to expand Sansin’s line across all categories
  • Increase brand awareness through continuous education and merchandising
  • Thorough proactive contact with existing and potential clients, generate new revenue and ensure growth goals are achieved
  • Work closely with dealers to ensure full utilization of Sansin’s product line and optimal stocking of Sansin’s products
  • Develop dealer capabilities presentations and targeted promotional materials to develop sales funnel and close new business opportunities.
  • Collaborate closely with sales representatives and Sansin Care team to identify, pursue and close new business opportunities in all sectors of the market.
  • Create and present creative client proposals that result in new business in both retail and industrial sectors
  • Identify and close new dealer opportunities in underdeveloped markets
  • Gather market and client intelligence and provide strategic feedback to the management team to incorporate into corporate and marketing strategies
  • Effectively work with the IRIS program and utilize the workflow to grow the specification of Sansin for projects and successfully close IRIS projects
  • Contribute new CARE projects and follow up on Sansin Care opportunities each month 
  • Lead forecasting, budgeting and business planning processes for identified territories
  • Ensure administration and meeting protocols are followed including advanced planning, agendas, timely and productive follow up as well as required tracking/documentation in CRM

Essential Experience

  • A successful track record in identifying and closing new business opportunities, or the aptitude and motivation to develop and refine consultative selling skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written skills with proven ability to analyze and translate data into key insights and recommendations.
  • Proactive and well organized with a sense of urgency.
  • Comfortable working both independently and within a team environment.
  • Collaborative and consultative – able to develop positive relationships at all levels of client companies and within sales and marketing teams.

Sansin Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Sansin respects the right to medical privacy and will not require proof of vaccination.

We look forward to developing our team with the addition of individuals capable of filling the following positions. Resumes can be faxed or mailed to the contact information listed below. Please indicate position being applied for in the subject of the e-mail or fax.

The Sansin Corporation
Attn: Human Resources
hr@sansin.com
Fax: 519-245-4759

Chemical Engineer

Sansin Corporation

Founded in 1986, The Sansin Corporation is a global leader in environmentally friendly wood protection, focused on creating the best performing, most beautiful water-borne wood finishes in the world.

Sansin is currently seeking a Chemical Engineer who is passionate about wood to join our team. The ideal candidate will have their P.Eng, have a proven track record of problem solving in a lab environment, and be eager to learn in a dynamic niche industry.  

Job Duties

  • Develop build out and improve product lines of the company
  • Evaluate experimental formulations and formulate competitively
  • Plan, develop, and execute scientifically sound experiments, procedures and tests that aline with and support company goals
  • Creatively formulating competitive coatings and preparing lab samples for industry
  • Conduct liquid and physical tests evaluating coating chemistry and physical performance using established ASTM and EU methods.
  • Can competently operate a variety of laboratory equipment 
  • Work collaboratively in a team
  • Conduct, build design quality control testing and systems to ensure product excellence.
  • Participate in aspects of complex problem solving and materials development
  • Maintain precise and detailed laboratory records and write reports and research summaries as required
  • Analyze and present findings at meetings; assume responsibility for project documentation including reports.
  • Participate in intellectual property creation and maintain confidentiality
  • Participate in troubleshooting application and client challenges and prepare remedies and resolutions.
  • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience in the coatings industry  
  • P.Eng. certificate a requirement
  • Wood coatings science and mycology experience considered an asset, but not required
  • Familiar with Microsoft Office Software (Excel, Projects, etc)

Requirements

  • Reliable form of transportation to get to and from work is a must
  • Passionate about wood and the wood coatings industry
  • Experience managing laboratory personnel
  • Ability to keep all trade secrets, patents, and proprietary information in strictest confidence  
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Able to work independently and as a part of a team

Sansin Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Sansin respects the right to medical privacy and will not require proof of vaccination.

We look forward to developing our team with the addition of individuals capable of filling the following positions. Resumes can be faxed or mailed to the contact information listed below. Please indicate position being applied for in the subject of the e-mail or fax.

The Sansin Corporation
Attn: Human Resources
hr@sansin.com
Fax: 519-245-4759

Sansin Coatings Offer Four-Season Protection for British Columbia Vacation Home

December 2024 —–
Project of the month - December 2025

This vacation home by Canadian custom home builder Smith Timber Works is located on a small lake in the Cariboo Region of British Columbia. The cozy home is designed for relaxation and reconnection and features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a large open community space. A fully structural timber roof system, as well as a mix of structural and decorative timber elements on the exterior help the home blend into its natural surroundings. Smith Timber Works has been using Sansin exclusively on its projects for five years and appreciates the durability and beauty the coatings provide. For this project, Sansin is utilized on the interior and exterior of the home, including: the siding (SDF Roasted Almond), timbers (SDF Natural Cedar), tongue and groove (ENS clear), and stairs (SDF custom tint).

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PRODUCTS USED IN THIS PROJECT


SDF

SDF

Penetrating one-coat finish for exterior wood.

Exceptionally versatile protection for siding, logs, decks and fences. Beautiful, durable, highly water-repellent, breathable and UV-resistant.

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The Sansin Corporation Announces Ivory as Its 2025 Color of the Year

Strathroy, Ontario, Canada – December 9, 2024 – The Sansin Corporation, a global leader in environmentally friendly, high-performance wood protection, is pleased to announce Ivory 21 as its 2025 Color of the Year. Ivory is an earthy, organic soft white with neutral undertones that enhances the natural beauty of the wood grain and brightens up any space. Ivory is a versatile color that complements many aesthetics – from coastal tranquil to Nordic minimalist, timeless traditional and many more.

“Natural, translucent colors like Ivory are trending as homeowners, builders, and architects seek durable finishes that protect the wood while highlighting its personality and allowing the character of the wood to shine through,” said Sjoerd Bos, Sansin’s Managing Director. “Ivory can be used to create a serene space on various species of wood with a range of undertones.”

Bos added that Ivory is available in several of Sansin’s environmentally friendly and low VOC premium wood protection systems, including:

  • Purity Glacier, a crystal-clear finish for high-wear interior wood surfaces
  • Purity 0-VOC Stain, a penetrating gel stain for wood interiors for interior settings
  • SDF, an exceptionally versatile protection for siding, logs, decks and fences
  • ENS, a durable two-coat finish that can be applied to virtually any surface, from windows, doors and railings to siding and decks – and even to improve the performance of other coatings.

Ivory can also be formulated for use in Sansin’s Precision Coat line, which is designed for use in a factory finish setting to achieve standardized production quality.

“Ivory is a beautifully subtle and understated color that enables the natural wood tone that so many of our customers are looking for,” explained Adam Bartlett, Sansin’s Color Specialist. “It can be accented with a range of the dark or light hues in Sansin’s color palette, and it looks particularly great on wooden ceilings.”

To learn more about Ivory, the Sansin 2025 Color of the Year, go to https://www.sansin.com/color/sansin-color-of-the-year-2025/.

About Sansin
For more than 35 years, Sansin has been the only wood protection company focused exclusively on researching and developing environmentally friendly, water-borne interior and exterior wood products and technologies that deliver outstanding color, durability and performance without the toxicity found in conventional stains. Sansin wood treatments, finishes and preservatives use water, not petroleum solvents, to deeply penetrate and protect wood naturally, from within. Headquartered in Ontario, Canada, Sansin has offices in the Netherlands and Rhode Island and dealer locations in Canada, the U.S., Europe and Australasia. To learn more about The Sansin Corporation, or how to become a Sansin preferred dealer, visit www.sansin.com.

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