FORT PAYNE – As a Fort Payne business pushes its boundaries, it recently expanded its reach across an international boundary. 

Artemis Shielding has entered into a distribution agreement with SDI Canada, the company announced. The partnership allows Artemis Shielding to offer its entire portfolio of lead-free, non-toxic solutions to businesses and organizations throughout Canada.

“We are thrilled about the opportunities this collaboration with SDI Canada bringsl” said Chris Linder, Artemis Shielding chief operating officer. “This partnership not only expands our market reach but also sets the stage for continued advancements, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the field of radiation shielding.”

Artemis Shielding is a veteran-founded and operated radiation shielding company headquartered in Fort Payne. A medical infrastructure company, SDI Canada has expertise in RF & magnetic shielding, turnkey design & construction, prefabricated modular solutions and the distribution of specialized accessories.

The execution of this agreement represents a step toward Artemis’ international growth strategy, according to a news release. The partnership with SDI Canada is the result of an evaluation of the competitive landscape, with a focus on enhancing customer experience and expediting delivery times.

“We are thrilled to announce our partnership with Artemis Shielding,” said Toufic Abiad, president and founder of SDI Canada. “This collaboration allows us to bring an alternative solution to lead-based radiation shielding to our customers in Canada, reinforcing our commitment to providing top-tier, safe, sustainable products.

“By joining forces with Artemis Shielding, we are confident in our ability to meet the growing demand for advanced radiation protection across various industries.”

This strategic partnership, coupled with strengthened relationships with other distribution partners, positions Artemis Shielding to address potential supply chain disruptions in the future, the company said.