
Top Five Causes of Plant Shutdowns (Prairie Provinces)
Shutdowns don’t just eat into your schedule — they eat into your budget and your reputation. And if you’re running a plant in the Prairies, you already know the margin for error is razor thin.

Shutdowns don’t just eat into your schedule — they eat into your budget and your reputation. And if you’re running a plant in the Prairies, you already know the margin for error is razor thin.

Every machine hits a point where repairs just don’t make sense anymore. Push past that tipping point, and you’re not saving money — you’re draining your budget, losing uptime, and adding risk.

Deciding whether to repair or replace industrial equipment isn’t just about cost — it’s about timing, safety, and long-term performance

In any industrial setting, mechanical machinery is the backbone of production. Whether it’s motors, pumps, conveyors, or presses, keeping this equipment in top working condition is crucial.

When your industrial equipment breaks down and everything’s on the line — who do you call?

If you run a mill, plant, or ag operation, a summer shutdown might be the last thing you want to do — especially if you’ve never done one before.