Trust the experts IWL Steel Fabricators
With three fabrication facilities, ISW Steel Fabricators has a multitude of options to best facilitate project execution.
With professional engineers on staff working in conjunction with external engineering firms, we provide an integrated approach to project solutions.
IWL Steel Fabricators was originally established in the 1950s
By being signatory to Mission: Zero we support the goal of
in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.
a workplace with zero injuries. With a focus on safety first
We are proudly 100 per cent Aboriginal owned by the Clearwater River Dene Nation of LaLoche, Saskatchewan. The Clearwater River Dene Nation is the fourth generation of ownership at IWL and is committed to growing and expand-
to prevent injury and elimination of unsafe work practices, we provide our employees with a safe work environment. In addition, we are ISNetworld certified as a subcontractor, consistently maintaining an “A” rating with our clients.
ing the company to meet its full potential. In return, profits
With professional engineers on staff working in conjunction
are returned to ownership to be used at the band level to
with external engineering firms, we provide an integrated
fund community needs, including housing, infrastructure,
approach to project solutions. Our CAD/CAM department
and social programs.
uses 3D modelling technology to provide detailed fabrica-
Through the core competencies of the Clearwater River Group of Companies, we are able to provide full service,
tion drawings for both shop and field use, as well as input data for our robotic fabrication equipment.
cost-effective customer solutions for a wide array of proj-
3D modelling provides a seamless transition from the design
ects, large or small. With three fabrication facilities, we have
concept to the reality of fabrication. The direct interface of
a multitude of options to best facilitate project execution.
modelling software to automated fabrication ensures the
IWL is certified to Canadian Welding Bureau CSA Standard 47.1 – Division 2. We employ Level 2 and Level 1 CWB welding inspectors, as well as CWB-certified welding supervi-
additional benefit of increased productivity, integrated project management, scheduling accuracy, reduced field cost and maximum site efficiency.
sors. All welding personnel hold valid CWB tickets for vari-
By continuing to invest in new equipment and the latest
ous procedures and material alloys.
technology, more efficient material processing is an ongo-
Our Quality Management System is third-party audited by Quasar via the Canadian Institute of Steel Construction. The cornerstones of the system include material traceability, dimensional verification, ITP implementation, project execution, and subcontractor management.
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ing goal. A recently purchased, fully automated five-axis processing machine is able to cut, bevel and cope pipe and tubing up to 12 inches in diameter. The accuracy and efficiency of this process will ensure decreased delivery times for processed material. In addition to pipe processing, the
