SMS Equipment has opened the expansion of its branch in Timmins, Ontario.
The $30 million development, which officially opened in June, boosts the company’s support to Northern Ontario’s mining, construction and forestry sectors and marks its long-term investment in the region.
“We’re thrilled to open our incredible new SMS Equipment Timmins branch and serve our customers with equipment, technology, service and support right where it’s needed in Northern Ontario,” said Robin Heard, SMS Equipment President and CEO.
“The demand for heavy equipment has steadily increased alongside explosive growth of the province’s mining sector and its related service industries. We wanted to invest in a facility and the personnel that could fulfill that demand with a broad range of solutions to keep our customers’ operations running smoothly.”
Spanning 3,500 square metres, the Timmins branch houses the company’s new and used equipment sales and strengthens its service and maintenance capabilities in the region.
The new building is designed to hold the largest mining equipment in the world; it includes two heavy-duty welding bays, five service bays and a 100-ton heavy-lift capacity. When combined, this accommodates new remanufacturing, welding, painting and large equipment rebuilds in-house.
Environmental sustainability was top-of-mind in the expansions design. Among many water and energy-saving features, its solar generation system is expected to supply nearly 70 per cent of the administrative offices’ power.
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“With this expansion, we’re building on our 30-year foundation in the region,” Heard said. “SMS Equipment is proudly investing in Northern Ontario through our facility, local community initiatives and job creation.”
Along with jobs created through the expansion, the branch employs a growing staff, including skilled heavy equipment technicians and apprentices.
“Timmins is the city with a heart of gold and having a world-class supply and service company like SMS Equipment is important for our local economy,” said Timmins MPP George Pirie.
“I want to congratulate SMS Equipment on this terrific expansion that will create over 100 good-paying jobs and benefit the people and businesses in our region. This brand-new facility will help mining operations get machines back up and running faster, while also ensuring Timmins will be the supply and service hub of the Northeast.”
