Ponoka-based Almita Piling Inc. is expanding its presence in Saskatchewan.
Almita, which manufactures and installs screw piles, announced on Friday that it has acquired the assets of Swift Sure Screw Piles of Debden, Sask.
“Not only is this a strategic move for Almita but it also means the addition of two installation units and a fleet of support equipment,” said company president Jeff Lloyd in a news release. “With Swift Sure’s equipment and expertise, Almita is now in the position to undertake any infrastructure project in Saskatchewan.”
Swift Sure installed Almita piles and the two companies had “a strong working relationship,” said the release.
Almita plans to hire all of Swift Sure’s employees and continue to offer the same services in Saskatchewan, including engineering and fabrication, and project management and scheduling. Swift Sure owner Kevin Turner will remain involved as an installation supervisor.
Almita said it will retain Swift Sure’s facility in Debden, and is pursuing plans for a permanent office in Saskatoon. Debden is 194 km north of Saskatoon.
In addition to its Ponoka headquarters, Almita has offices in Edmonton and Calgary. It’s been producing screw piles since 1991, with these used in the oil and gas, power transmission and distribution, and industrial and commercial construction industries.
Almita’s website said the company processes more than 3.2 million kg of plate and about 305,000 metres of pipe every year.