SMS Equipment breaks ground on Timmins facility
Heavy-equipment dealer SMS Equipment has broken ground on construction of a new facility in Timmins.
The company announced the start of construction on November 30. The $30-million building will be home to the company’s growing business in the mining and construction sectors.
“In line with explosive growth in Ontario’s mining sector, our customer base has increased significantly in the region,” said company President and CEO Robin Heard. “We’re focused on supporting our customers – and their industries – across the country. A stronger presence in Timmins allows us to deliver equipment sales, service and solutions right where they’re needed.”
The new 37,000 sq. ft. facility will merge SMS Equipment’s mining, heavy construction, road construction and light construction expertise in one location. The addition of two heavy-duty welding bays and five service bays will bolster the company’s service and maintenance capabilities in the area.
The company also integrated several energy efficiency considerations into the building’s design, including solar panels, which will supply nearly 70 percent of the administrative offices’ power, upgraded wall insultation, triple-glazed windows, daylight-harvesting light controls, occupancy sensors and an electric vehicle charging station.
“Our company has a long history in Timmins and we look forward to a bright future in the region,” said Timmins branch manager Curtis Westcott. “We’re proudly supporting the local community through social investment, financial investment and job creation. To support our growing operations, we will be recruiting for a number of high-quality and skilled jobs.”
Completion of the facility is expected in late 2023.