Empire Awning and Shade Products Products origional founder started in the solar control industry 40 plus years ago. His first company Wrisco Ltd. specilized in interior solar control, and was a large scale supplier in the ventian and vertical blind components industry. Seeing the need for a quality custom crafted awning manufacturer, knowing that exterior solar control is far more effective he opened Empire Awning and Shade Products Ltd. His vision and determination was to provide a North American manufactured quality product, that was going to endure the test of time and add enduring value to any building. This second generation family run business founded over 25 years ago, has been dedicated to providing our customers with surperior custom-built awnings and solar screens. With trusted dealers all over Canada and North America, you can be sure that your products will be backed by exceptional workmanship and prompt, courteous service.