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Mining. Engineering. Manufacturing.

Fortis has an extensive portfolio of capabilities in engineering, mining, machining, and fabrication, specializing in rapid mobilization.

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Mining & industrial construction work

Mining & Industrial Construction Services

Your proven partner above and below ground

Fortis offers a wide range of services to the mining and construction industries, from niche mine hoist roping and conveyance services to underground development and construction in hard rock and potash industries. Services include drift and tunnel development, ground rehabilitation, conveyor installation and commissioning, underground ore bin structural steel erection, shaft sinking, shaft rehabilitation, surface industrial construction including structural steel building erection and demolition, hydroelectric power plant safety boom install, cable barrier repairs and installation as well as surface blasting.

From the front-end site assessment and procedure development to the design and engineering of specialty equipment, then complementing it with the on-site execution of the work, Fortis is your contractor of choice.

Mine Hoist Roping & Conveyance Services

Comprehensive services for mine hoist roping and conveyance, from design, supply, installation and emergency response.

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Mine Shaft Maintenance & Repair

Industry leaders in all facets of mine shaft maintenance and repair, from development to service installations.

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Industrial Construction

Broadly skilled in varied construction activities, Fortis provides versatile teams for diverse project requirements.

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Underground Construction & Development

A full spectrum of underground mine construction and development services, from operations to decommissioning.

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Electrical Services

Highly qualified and versatile professionals with extensive experience in industrial manufacturing and mining environments.

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Browse completed projects across mining, construction, and industrial engineering.

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Comprehensive engineering services

Practical solutions delivered by a diverse team

Fortis Engineering is a strong and diversified team with solid knowledge of fundamental sciences, and very experienced in providing practical solutions. Our diverse team consists of Mechanical Engineers, Structural Engineers, and Engineering Technologists with experience in a variety of industries. Mining, shafts and hoisting systems, piping, fabrication, construction, and fall protection are some of our areas of expertise.

One of the advantages at Fortis is the ability to link our people on-site with our design team. Having a complete team of engineers, fabricators, miners, and a well-equipped fabrication and machine shop, with a unique testing facility, makes Fortis a one stop facility for all your project needs.

Engineering drawings

Consulting

Expert consulting for mine hoist systems, lift plans, project management, and construction methodologies.

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Structural Design

Full-service structural analysis and design services, including cranes, platforms, and custom lifting devices.

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Mechanical Design

Innovative mechanical solutions for mining equipment, custom lifting devices, and shaft systems.

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Fall Protection & Suspended Access

Custom-designed fall protection and suspended access systems for maximum safety and compliance.

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Manufacturing Capabilities

If it doesn’t exist, we’ll design and build it.

Fortis’ manufacturing facilities offer machining, fabrication, and welding services as part of the entire manufacturing process; with an extensive portfolio, Fortis leaves no problem unsolved. From intricate engineering designs to precision machining and end-to-end fabrication, our commitment to quality and efficiency positions us as a trusted partner in the mining and construction industries.

Fabrication

Quality fabrication services from CWB certified welders, handling everything from custom requests to large-scale projects.

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Machining

Custom machining services provided by skilled machinists, offering solutions tailored to unique mining needs.

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Equipment Testing & Recertification

Repair, restoration, and recertification of various equipment types, bolstered by expansive testing capacities.

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Machining

Machining

Fortis’ manufacturing facilities offer machining and welding services as part of the entire fabrication process.

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Fabrication

Fabrication

Fortis welding shop provides excellent quality products with a strong team of CWB certified journeyperson welders and fabricators.

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Equipment testing & recertification

Equipment Testing & Recertification

Repair, restoration, and recertification of various equipment types, bolstered by expansive testing capacities.

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By the Numbers

A track record built on experience

1200+
Projects Successfully Executed
8M
Safe Labour Hours of Work Performed
45,000
Tons of Fabricated Steel Produced
Fortis team

About Fortis

Fortis has and always will be an industry leader in innovation.

Learn about what makes us and our team one of the best in the world.

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A few highlights from our portfolio

Air Festoon Installation

Electrical Services

Air Festoon Installation

Delivering complex solutions requires more than the right equipment; it depends on industry experience.

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Shaft Rope And Skip Replacement

Mine Hoist Roping & Conveyance

Shaft Rope And Skip Replacement

Fortis was contracted in the United States to complete a head rope replacement and skip change-out.

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Service Cage Replacement

Mine Hoist Roping & Conveyance

Service Cage Replacement

Fortis was contracted to assist our client with the replacement of their service cage in the shaft.

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Engineering Safe Access

Engineering

Engineering Safe Access for Inspection & Maintenance

A client engaged Fortis to solve a safety concern regarding access to maintain and inspect equipment.

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Northern Strands wire rope

Need Wire Rope or Rigging?

Our sister company Northern Strands is a world leading provider of mining wire rope, hoisting and rigging equipment, and fall protection and suspended access systems and training.

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Certified Sales & Rentals heavy equipment

Need Heavy Duty Equipment?

Our sister company Certified Sales & Rentals provides specialized equipment, machinery, and services such as repairs, recertifications and underground ready equipment.

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