Why local manufacturing is the smart choice for Canadian businesses
In an ever-changing and quickly evolving world, a world-class manufacturing option for Saskatchewan and Canadian businesses can be easily found in the heart of Saskatoon.
Located at Innovation Place, near the University of Saskatchewan campus, Calian Advanced Technologies Manufacturing Services is more than capable of tackling any size of project a business requires. Calian’s extensive manufacturing services cater to industries such as mining, agriculture, automotive, oil and gas, satellite communications and other commercial products.
With a 49,000-square-foot manufacturing facility and more than 100 assemblers, technicians and purchasing staff, this Canadian-owned and operated company has the expertise to handle everything from initial prototype assemblies to steady-state volume production.
Calian has onsite engineering teams that design internal products and are available to support customers with obsolescence redesigns or troubleshooting when required.
Scott Jasken, Calian’s business manager for commercial manufacturing, says not many people know this option is available so close to home.
“We are right in the backyard of Canadian businesses and offer assistance at any stage of the manufacturing process,” he says.
This means local manufacturing support for businesses with products at any stage of their lifecycle.
“We build high-quality, highly reliable products at a competitive price,” says Jasken. “There is often a time concern when ordering assemblies built in Asia, where at Calian we have trained staff to quickly resolve issues and get production running in consultation with our customers during their working day. We are right here and very responsive to our customers’ concerns and needs.”
The number of Calian’s manufacturing customers grew 50 per cent last year, and having many repeat customers and ongoing relationships with businesses—such as Environmental Material Science (EMS), a global leader in soil management and productivity—is a testament to the commitment Calian Manufacturing brings to its business transactions.
“We have an excellent collaboration with Calian and value their support,” says Chelsea Voinorosky, Lead of Operations at EMS. “When we sought a Canadian supplier as an alternative to China, a trusted referral led us to Calian. After visiting their facility, we were impressed by their professionalism, high-quality CCA manufacturing and responsive customer service. Their quick response times, easy warranty process and strong local presence have made them a trusted partner in our operations. We look forward to continuing this successful relationship.”
With Calian Manufacturing operating locally in Canada, businesses can witness the manufacturing process and take deliveries quickly.
“It takes that headache away. You can talk with someone at Calian who is right here, right now,” Jasken says, adding that businesses can see their product being built and have one less thing to worry about.
The repercussions of tariffs are weighing heavily on the minds of many Canadian businesses. By using Calian Manufacturing, Canadian businesses know that their products are being produced here in Canada.
“Cost is always a challenge, with inflation and fluctuations in the Canadian dollar. By offering our services in Canadian dollars we remove that financial risk, which just makes sense at the end of the day,” Jasken says.
Some of the high-tech projects Calian Manufacturing handles include building and testing electronic circuit cards, electronic unit-level assemblies and cable harnesses.
“We offer engineering design services in-house to help support, upgrade and re-design our customer’s designs,” Jasken says. “Why not support a well-known, strong and thriving Canadian business that knows how to traverse global manufacturing issues and produce the best product possible?” he adds. “Customers come to us when they can’t afford to fail.”
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