That same year, Mr Hazen Sherry, a long time acquaintance of Mr. Vachon, who was with AYP (American Yard Products) contacted Mr. Vachon for a new project. AYP built the "Craftsman" branded tractors for Sears Canada at the time and were in need of snowblowers because their previous supplier had closed down. Mr Sherry confided that if anyone could supply Sears with a quality product in such a short time, it would be Mr. Vachon. This opportunity was totally unexpected but the 4 shareholders were ready and able for the challenge. This is how the first lawn and garden tractor snowblower was developed.