Reliable Controls Celebrates 40 Years
Reliable Controls celebrates 40 years of being people and technology you can rely on
Victoria, Canada – Reliable Controls is celebrating 40 years of delivering building automation solutions rooted in trust, continuity, and care for people.
Founded in 1986 on the belief that buildings should be healthier, safer, and more sustainable for the people inside them, Reliable Controls has built a global reputation for long-lasting products, enduring partnerships, and an unwavering commitment to its values.
“In talking to dealers, people who have been associated with Reliable Controls for a long time, they often attribute our shared success to the fact that we do what we say we will, we do what’s right, and we have always tried to prioritize the planet alongside other business priorities,” said Cameron Lutz, VP of Marketing and Communications.
Built on people, strengthened by continuity
The company’s success is defined by its people. Many employees have built careers that span 10, 20, and even 30 years with the company—an uncommon level of continuity in the technology industry. That continuity ensures customers and partners benefit from deep expertise and a long-term perspective.
“I’m in my 26th year at Reliable Controls and have seen it grow from a very small company into what it is today,” said Vince Palmer, Executive Vice President of Operations. “The leadership, values, and commitment to be people and technology our dealers and customers can rely on have brought us to this milestone.”
Dealers as true partners
Reliable Controls supports buildings in 45 countries through a network of 250 Authorized Dealers, many of whom have partnered with Reliable Controls since the 1990s. These multidecade relationships reflect trusted, repeatable performance across thousands of buildings.
Backward compatibility as a value
The Reliable Controls commitment to backward compatible products ensures customers can rely on investments made decades ago. This rare stance in technology mirrors the company’s broader values: honesty, integrity, quality, teamwork, and sustainability.
Made in Canada, trusted worldwide
Reliable Controls has proudly designed, manufactured, and supported its products in Canada since its founding. With operations in Victoria and Edmonton, the company supports local jobs and regional economies while serving a global market.
Building for the future
As it enters its fifth decade, Reliable Controls is focused on resilient, secure, energy efficient buildings that improve human well-being. The company is also working toward net-zero emissions by 2030 at its Hallowell Road facility.
“To me, our 40th anniversary underscores how amazing the building controls industry truly is,” said Reliable Controls President Tom Zaban. “Once people jump in, I suspect they rarely leave. It holds people’s interest because of its breadth and depth of engaging disciplines and because, at its core, it leverages technology that continually improves to help people perform their everyday activities in a safe, productive, and efficient environment.”
About Reliable Controls
Reliable Controls is a building automation solutions provider that puts people first. Founded in 1986, the company develops simple, flexible, sustainable products backed by industry-leading customer support. Reliable Controls solutions are designed to optimize energy efficiency, indoor air quality, and occupant comfort in buildings around the world.
For more information, visit reliablecontrols.com.