Two local companies will increase productivity and efficiency
Two Sussex companies, Timberparts Ltd. and Kings County Mechanical Ltd., will be expanding their facilities and increasing their productivity and efficiency thanks to investments by the Government of Canada.
The Honourable Rob Moore, Regional Minister for New Brunswick, Minister of State (Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency) and Member of Parliament for Fundy Royal, joined Timberparts Ltd. and Kings County Mechanical Ltd. officials to make the announcement today.
The Timberparts project involves building a new 13,000 sq ft facility in Sussex and the purchase of a 10-ton crane to assist with the company’s continued growth. This project will increase both production capacity and efficiency for Timberparts, which is actively seeking to diversify its current markets. The Kings County Mechanical project will enable the company to acquire the building they currently lease, purchase equipment and construct a small adjoining building for their blast and paint shop. This project will increase the company’s internal production efficiencies.
The Government of Canada, through ACOA’s Business Development Program, is providing a repayable contribution of $500,000 toward the Timberparts project, while the company is investing $711,525. Kings County Mechanical is also expanding thanks in part to a $500,000 repayable contribution, through ACOA’s Business Development Program. The company is investing $450,000 in this initiative. The Government of Canada is also investing $12,375 in a second project for Kings County Mechanical, which will allow the company to hire productivity expertise with the objective of improving its plant layout to reduce waste and increase efficiencies through productivity improvement initiatives. Kings County Mechanical is investing $4,125 in this initiative.
Quick Facts
Timberparts Ltd.
- Incorporated in 1997, Timberparts Ltd. is an aftermarket remanufacturer that specializes in refitting and repowering fabricated products.
- Timberparts customers are primarily in the forestry industry but the company is now attracting business from the mining, industrial and construction industries.
Kings County Mechanicals Ltd.
- Mr. Tony Bell started Kings County Mechanical Ltd. (KCM) as a sole proprietorship in 1988.
- Today, Kings County Mechanical Ltd. is a welding and fabrication shop that employs approximately twenty (20) full-time staff.
- The shop serves over 400 customers, primarily in New Brunswick, in the constructon, mining and energy sectors.
Quotes
“Our Government is committed to creating jobs and economic growth, while returning to fiscal balance. Our support for Timberparts Limited and Kings County Mechanical Limited will help these two Sussex area companies expand their businesses, enhance their productivity and efficiency and diversify their markets, helping them to grow and further contribute to our region’s economy.”
-The Honourable Rob Moore, Regional Minister for New Brunswick, Minister of State (Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency) and Member of Parliament for Fundy Royal
“The construction of a new facility for Timberparts has been long overdue. As our business develops locally and internationally, the need for more efficient operations becomes necessary. Thanks to the assistance of the government of Canada we are able to take that step and bring Timberparts to the next level.”
-Marc Poirier,Owner of Timberparts Ltd.
“Our project will help Kings County Mechanical increase its production capacity and efficiency. The construction of a blasting booth and a paint spraying booth will be key additions for our company. The new equipment will help us meet today's standards for steel coatings. I would like to thank ACCOA for the assistance they have provided us with the required funding for our project.”
-Tony Bell, President of Kings County Mechanical Ltd.
Associated Links
Contacts
Kelsie Corey
Director of Communications
Office of the Honourable Rob Moore
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
613-941-7241
Ted Parisé
Senior Communications Officer
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
506-452-3917
Marc Poirier
Owner
Timberparts Ltd.
506-433-5578
Tony Bell
President
Kings County Mechanical Ltd.
506-432-6664
