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CEDA Creates Specialty Mechanical Business Unit
August 15, 2009
CALGARY, ALBERTA—CEDA International Corporation (CEDA) is pleased to announce the formation of a new business unit named CEDA Specialty Mechanical Services (CSMS).
“In order to maximize the potential and strength of our mechanical business we have created a distinct group through which all of our turnaround and maintenance mechanical services will be operated,” explains Bruce Rintoul, President and CEO of CEDA. “The new business entity will provide our clients with a range of unionized mechanical services.”
CSMS will assist clients involved in maintenance, turnaround and construction projects throughout Canada and operate as a full service mechanical contractor with due regard to safety, quality, cost and schedule. CSMS will function as a group of unionized contractors and employs 200 full-time employees across Canada.
CSMS will provide comprehensive project management services including constructability reviews, planning and scheduling, budget preparation, subcontractor management, project startup and commissioning and procurement. CSMS mechanical services include structural and piping, fabrication, machining and joint integrity, torquing and tensioning, insulation including removable cover fabrication and electrical installation and maintenance.
Blair Tomkinson has been appointed Vice President of CSMS and is responsible for its strategic planning, growth and operations. Blair joins CEDA with significant business and operating experience in the industrial construction and turnaround market sectors. Most recently, he held senior management positions with Kiewit and PCL Construction (formerly Melloy & Associates).
CEDA International Corporation is one of the largest providers of specialized industrial maintenance, turnaround and construction services in North America. Since 1973, clients have relied on CEDA to deliver outstanding technical services that optimize their investments, improve their competitive position and increase their long-term success. CEDA has more than 2200 talented and passionate people who are committed 24/7 to delivering world class service through innovative technologies, equipment and processes, safely every time. CEDA is comprised of several subsidiary companies and has 30 offices throughout Canada and the United States.
