Robust and dependable solutions for Saskatchewan’s mining industry

Two Precision Electro-Mechanical employees performing a QC check on an outgoing motor.

WEG miner head motor set up for a loaded test on PEM’s regenerative dynamometer. With nearly 20 years in business, Precision Electro-Mechanical has grown from a small modest shop to a 40,000-square-foot facility tailored to servicing electric motors for Saskatchewan’s mining industry. Established in 2003, Precision remains a family-run business focused on the customer and their needs. From start to finish, they handle it all in house, which ensures that the customer is looked after and is getting the quality repair they expect. As an ISO 9001:2015 certified company, customers can be rest assured that their equipment goes through a rigorous process of assessment, repair, and quality checks that will leave them with surpassed expectations.

Small town service in a big city

The Precision team prides itself on finding quality, practical solutions that will make the customers’ life easier.

“We see quite the variety of work come through our door, but the one common theme is that a customer has an issue, and they need it resolved. Most importantly, they need it done well,” says Jonas Taillon, general manager of Precision Electro-Mechanical. “Our main focus is not only to get them the repair they need, but to address the root causes of the failure to make sure we can avoid costly downtime in the future. Partnership and trust in this relationship is key – if we know what the customer wants, and they trust in our expertise, we can get them exactly what they need.”

Investing in green, clean, and valuable tech

From the start, Precision has made a point of tailoring their equipment to suit the needs of the mining industry.

“From our German-built Schenck balance stands, to our Schleich electrical testing system, to our custom-built regenerative dynamometer, the focus has always been on delivering the best-quality repair to our customer,” says Marc Taillon, CEO of Precision Electro-Mechanical. “How can we do better? What kind of data do they want to see? Can we do it in a green way? These are some of the main questions that led us to the place we are today.”

Precision’s regenerative dynamometer, a one-of-akind unit in Canada, is a key example of Precision’s commitment to delivering superior workmanship, and getting it done in an environmentally friendly manner. The dynamometer boasts 1750 available horsepower, all the while being up to 90 per cent efficient. Marc explains that the Precision team will bring the motor to its operating temperature, often running it for eight to 10 hours, and verify key performance data so that when the customer gets their motor back, reliability is not a concern. They also do it all using only 10 per cent of the power it requires in service. It’s just part of how they are environmentally responsible in their day-to-day operations without compromising their quality standards. Precision Electro-Mechanical has partnered with V.J. Pamensky Canada (WEG Canada) and has become Saskatchewan’s largest distributor of WEG motors and drives. WEG is well known for their ability to custom-engineer solutions to accommodate the harsh working environment the mining sector imposes. From head motors on mining machines, to conveyor drive motors underground, to wet milling applications, WEG handles it all with ease. With readily available stock on motors and drives, WEG has quickly become a reliable source when the supply chain has been under pressure. Most recently, WEG has supplied over 50 VFDs to Saskatchewan’s mining industry, all of which were delivered within three weeks of being ordered.

With reliable, quality repairs and tailor-made custom solutions, combined with knowledgeable staff who are determined to do it right, Precision ElectroMechanical is your one-stop local electric motor facility. s