Sleipner appoint exclusive Canadian dealer

Brandt to distribute full range of heavy equipment mobilization products, parts and service coast to coast

THE Brandt Group of Companies have been named the exclusive Canadian distributor for the complete range of heavy equipment mobilization products from Sleipner Finland Ltd.

Sleipner products are proven to deliver travel-time reductions of up to 85% when transporting tracked or wheeled equipment weighing from 30 to 570 tonnes, including front shovels, large dozers, excavators, wheel loaders, trucks, drills etc. They are used in more than 50 countries worldwide, working in the mining, quarrying, and construction industries.

‘Our customers have told us that they need these innovative products because of the efficiencies that they deliver for mining operations,’ said Jim Thompson, Brandt vice-president of sales - mining. ‘Sleipner is a world-class manufacturer and we’re proud to add this premium product line to our existing heavy equipment line-up.’

According to Sleipner, enhancing the mobility of production-class equipment delivers multiple benefits for producers including increased safety, productivity increases of up to 20%, lower overall operating costs due to reduced fuel and maintenance costs, and a measurable reduction in carbon emissions.

‘Partnering with Brandt was a natural fit for us as we expand our frontline presence in the Canadian market,’ said Sleipner’s chief executive officer, Jukka Koponen. ‘Our customers deserve the very best and Brandt’s long-term mining industry experience, parts and service infrastructure, and reputation for customer support are unmatched.’

The full range of Sleipner products, along with replacement parts and service personnel, will be accessible via Brandt’s coast-to-coast dealer network.