No. 219 SUMMER 2014

No. 219 SUMMER 2014
CONTENTS
Kramer News / No. 219 Summer 2014
5
4
President’s Message
Turn Off and Tune In
5
Delivering a Product Beyond Expectations
Precision Contractors
6
News & Notes
Customer and Kramer Short Topics
Cat New Product Introductions
12
Six Product and Service Announcements
®
16 Thumbs Up!
Saskatoon Trades and Skills Centre
16
Kramer has Equipment Solutions
to help meet your agriculture needs.
SM
Do for You?
Communicating with Your Dealer
21
Product Support
Machine Versatility Makes Life Easy
22
Central Asphalt, Paving & Concrete
Contact Kramer
28
Location and People Listings
KRAMER
Premier Oilfield Equipment at Kramer
30
Hydro-excavation Education & Demonstration
With seven branches strategically located throughout the province,
Kramer is dedicated to providing you the parts, service, and
support you need to keep your business at maximum efficiency.
Kramer offers skid steer loaders, wheel loaders, telehandlers,
vocational trucks and much more to help get the job done.
20
A Day at the Beach…to Some
31
Tristen Hydro-Vac
On the Cover
Frank Tremmel, Senior Vice President & General Manager of Precision
Contractors, is joined by several members of the Kramer sales and
management team as he takes delivery of 12 D6T LGP purchased by
Precision. Standing in Front: Kathy McCrum (Kramer Human Resources
Manager) Back Row from Left to Right: Trent Meyer (Kramer Parts
General Manager), Tim Kramer (Kramer President & CEO), Frank Tremmel
(Senior VP and General Manager of Precision Contractors), and Pat
Becotte (Kramer Heavy Construction Sales Consultant). Read more of the
story on page 5.
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Summer 2014 Issue
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KRAMERSTORE.CA Welcome to the latest edition of Kramer News, a publication dedicated to Kramer Ltd.’s
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No. 219 SUMMER 2014
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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
CUSTOMER SPOTLIGHT
Delivering a Product
TURN OFF AND TUNE IN
Beyond Expectations
Bringing Conversation Back Into the Discussion
There is a lack of communication
around the globe. The worlds of
emailing and texting have supplanted
one of the most basic human needs.
P
recision Contractors is a
widely respected company
that provides oil field site
development and general earthwork
services throughout Saskatchewan and
Alberta. Founded over 30 years ago by
Elwin (Pim) Page, Precision has grown
from a fleet of four machines at start-up
to more than 175 pieces of late-model
Cat Equipment supported by nearly 20
service trucks and heavy haulers.
Verbal communication with the species
is becoming non-existent. In our
newer, so-called ‘better-paced’ lives,
we have dropped direct conversation
for a list of zeros and ones.
To challenge a concept using electronic media is the most
inefficient means of ‘communication’ since the invention
of invisible ink. Just think of the time we’ve wasted going
back and forth, asking both simple and complex questions
via emails and texts, only to receive replies that just drive
more questions than answers. It drives me nuts!
Time and time again, I receive email from customers and
employees alike, with long, very detailed, documentation.
Now…I do understand the need to get all the facts on paper,
as most emails I receive are from experts who know far
more about a specified subject than I. Most of the time,
however, it would be much more efficient to just pick up
the telephone and talk. Not because of the education that
I would receive, but because it would give both the caller
and me a chance to engage in the art of – dare I say it—
CONVERSATION!
Kramer Notebook
So…here’s what I ask of the reader. Head up? Good. Now,
look around and see what is before you. Stop texting.
And stop walking with your head down. Turn your phone
OFF—and not just to ‘vibrate’—at all meetings. And…
this is a big one: turn that thing off during your family
dinner, or, for that matter, shut your phone off during ALL
The corporate philosophy—Delivering
a product beyond our customers’
expectations.—instilled by Pim over
the years continues to permeate the
Precision culture. The company is
proud to offer the best in equipment,
safety programs, territory coverage and
experience on every job.
meals. Any voicemail message that lasts longer than the
time allowed for a single message or an email greater than
two paragraphs should be outlawed and returned to caller/
sender.
Reacquaint yourself with your family, friends, and
workmates. I speak from experience when I say…your
reconnection will be satisfying.
Frank Tremmel, Senior Vice President
& General Manager of Precision
Contractors, joined Tim Kramer
(President & CEO) , Pat Becotte
(General Line Sales Consultant), Trent
Meyer (General Parts Manager), and
The Precision D6T LGP tractors lined up for inspection.
Kathy McCrum (Human Resources
Manager) for some photos as Precision
took delivery of the first 12 of 15 total
D6T LGP track-type tractors purchased
from Kramer.
“It’s nice to see them perfectly clean,
lined up and shining in the sun here
today, because we’ll be putting
them in the dirt tomorrow!” said
The photos were taken in front of
Kramer’s newly opened Battleford
facility. Kramer Battleford is located at
391 Yellowhead Alley on the west edge
of the Town of Battleford and offers
over 40,000 square feet of space with
the latest in service and convenience
for customers.
Kramer Maintains Best Managed Status
Kramer Ltd. was a winner of Canada’s Best Managed Companies
program in 2009 and re-qualified in 2013 to maintain its status as a
Best Managed Gold Re-qualified Company.
“It’s been an incredible year,” said Kramer Ltd. President Tim
Kramer. “Along with celebrating Kramer Ltd.’s 70th anniversary
in 2014 as Saskatchewan’s—read, your—Caterpillar® dealer,
we are humbled to again be recognized by the Canada’s Best
Managed Companies program.
“Excellence in support is both customer and employee driven. Our
success is your success.
4 / KN219 SUMMER 2014 “We’re proud to serve
the agricultural, compact
construction, mining,
heavy construction, energy, on-highway truck, material handling
and pipeline industries, and governmental agencies.
“We will continue to deliver industry-leading people, support and
products to the communities we serve, and we will continue to
uphold our mission of making our customers more profitable by
providing safe, innovative, cost-effective solutions.
“We’re Kramer. We’re Caterpillar. We’re there when you need us.”
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Tremmel. “We’ll deploy them on
jobsites all through the oil patch in the
Lloydminster area.” The remaining
three D6T’s have just arrived from the
factory and will be undergoing their
pre-delivery inspections before joining
the others in the field. Precision boasts
one of the largest fleets of Cat D6T
and D8T track type tractors in Western
Canada.
Frank Tremmel and Pat Becotte pose leaning on the ripper of a D6T LGP purchased by Precision Contractors.
Becotte has been the Kramer sales consultant taking care of the needs of Precision Contractors for over
six years.
KRAMERSTORE.CA About the D6T LGP
Offering 205 flywheel horsepower
along with a high level of
maneuverability, the D6T LGP has
become a mainstay in the oil field.
“LGP” denotes Low Ground Pressure
which is achieved by equipping the
machines with a slightly longer and
wider undercarriage system. The wider
track enables the tractors to work in
softer underfoot conditions—often
encountered in the industry—leading to
improved productivity.
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news & notes
news & notes
Celebrate 70 Strong
Years With Us!
Throughout the month of
September, Kramer Ltd. will
host anniversary celebrations
at each of our seven branch
locations throughout
Saskatchewan.
You’re invited to join in the
festivities* at your local Kramer branch.
Visit www.kramer.ca/70years to tell us
you are coming!
Bursary Recipient
KRAMER TISDALE
Dear Kramer Family:
Wednesday, September 3, 2014
I would like to take this opportunity to
thank you and let you know how grateful I
am for the assistance that I received because
of your thoughtful gift.
KRAMER SASKATOON
Friday, September 5, 2014
KRAMER ESTEVAN
Tuesday, September 9, 2014
KRAMER SWIFT CURRENT
SASKATCHEWAN
I am currently enrolled in Pre-journalism
and/or Business Administration at the
university of Regina and plan to graduate
in April, 2017. While I attend the U of R, I
also have a part-time job at Regina Honda
to help pay for my tuition. Furthering my
education is very important to me, and I’m
glad that it’s important to you, too!
Thank you again for your generous
contribution which will help me continue
the journey in my studies.
Sincerely,
Kelsey McDonald
Kelsey McDonald
Friday, September 12, 2014
KRAMER KINDERSLEY
Battleford
Tisdale
Tuesday, September 16, 2014
KRAMER BATTLEFORD
Saskatoon
Kindersley
Thursday, September 18, 2014
•We will also celebrate the
Swift
Current
grand opening of our new
Battleford location!
Regina
Estevan
Branch Locations
The Cat Rental Store
KRAMER REGINA
Wednesday, September 24, 2014
*All events are scheduled to take place from 5:00 – 8:15 pm.
Kramer Personnel Update
Kramer Rents – The Cat Rental Store (TCRS)
is pleased to announce Brent Kane accepted the
position of TCRS Manager (Regina), effective
March 30, 2014.
Brent comes to Kramer Rents – The Rental Store
with a strong background in general line sales at
Kramer Ltd. (Regina).
Brent has diplomas in both business administration
and marketing, as well as various certificates from
Cat University relevant to the customer service
industry.
In addition, Brent brings previous management
experience (Imperial Oil as an owner/operator/
station manager in White City, SK).
TCRS Regina services southern Saskatchewan.
Brent Kane
TCRS Manager
Regina (2351 Albert St. N.) NEW!
(Main) 306.564.6464 NEW!
(Direct) 306.564.6460 NEW!
(C) 306.537.2284
[email protected]
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2014
UPCOMING EVENTS
Taylor Raiche
Taylor Raiche, left, poses with St.
Thomas More College President,
Dr. Terrence Downey, during the
November 2013 STM awards banquet.
Ms. Raiche was the Kramer scholarship
recipient.
Canada’s Farm Progress Show: Regina, SK (June 18 – 20, 2014)
Lloydminster Heavy Oil Show: (September 10 & 11, 2014)
*Kramer Ltd. Celebrates 70 Strong Years (September 2014)
Congratulations!
Canadian Western Agribition: Regina, SK (November 24 – 29, 2014)
Team Kramer,
Saskatchewan Heavy Construction Association (SHCA) Annual Fall Convention:
Regina, SK (November 13 & 14, 2014)
Congratulations on being the first
dealer in Canada to achieve Level
5 Endorsement for Caterpillar
EMSolutions.
Your District Team thanks you for all
your hard work and dedication.
kramer.ca
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Tim Salmon
District Manager – Canada
Americas Distribution Services Division
Caterpillar Inc.
KRAMERSTORE.CA Give Wayne Vany a call today to learn
more about our Ag Equipment Inventory
Reduction Sale. We have equipment and
at tachments available at great prices.
306.445.6151
kramer.ca
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NEWS & NOTES
NEWS & NOTES
EMSolutions Cat Customer Care Events A Success!
Beavers Tour Kramer Ltd.
On Thursday, February 13th, the Beaver Scouts* (of the
Regina 86th Scout Group) visited Kramer Ltd. (Regina)
where they saw front end loaders, bulldozers, graders and
other large vehicles and engines.
Each child took a turn at using the pressure washer, checked
out the painting room, and sat in the cab of a motor grader.
The Beavers had a great time and learned a lot about heavy
machinery and mechanics.
Thanks for the great tour, Tim Guest!
Regina 86th Scout Group was established in 1986. It is
operated on a voluntary basis and is sponsored by the
Regina Maple Leaf Lions Club. Most of the volunteers
are parents of youth. The organization involves a Group
Committee and section leaders who dedicate their time
each week to work with youth so that they will have
fun and positive experiences. Fun and friendship are the
cornerstones of the Beavers program. The organization
opens doors for children (ages 5 through 7) to discover the
world. It is filled with a little bit of everything—outdoor
activities, games, music and sports. Along the way, Beaver
Scouts meet new friends, learn cooperation and teamwork,
and develop self-confidence.
Kramer Ltd. Service Supervisor Tim Guest led the Beavers
on their tour. Tim’s two sons, Liam, 6, and Wyatt, 8, are
members of the Beavers.
- With information and images from www.regina86.com. Images courtesy of
Tim Guest.
Kramer Ltd. hosted three Customer
Care events focused on Cat® Equipment
Management Solutions (EMSolutions).
The events included presentations by Andy
Wendling, Caterpillar Service Operations
Consultant – Site Technology & Equipment
Management Services Team, Brad Peever,
Kramer Ltd. Customer Experience Manager,
and Jeff Buckton, Kramer Technology
Supervisor. Customers learned how
EMSolutions can contribute to the overall
success and profitability of their businesses and
had a chance to see the technology in real time.
The first event was held at Kramer Regina,
followed by a session at the Saskatoon Inn
for customers in the Saskatoon area. The new
Kramer Battleford was the final presentation
site. All the events were well attended and
customer feedback was very positive. Kramer
sends out a big thank you to everyone who
attended!
Caterpillar’s Eric Bruce and Kramer’s Kevin Fairburn take in the Regina EMSolutions event.
ABOVE: Andy Wendling from Caterpillar Corporate office
discusses technology with Kramer customers in Saskatoon.
RIGHT: Brad Peever delivers an EMSolutions presentation
to a group of nearly 40 people at Kramer Battleford.
‘Treasure’ Found at Kramer Tisdale
In doing some clean-up of the old
storage areas at the [Kramer] Tisdale
branch, some employees found this
treasure…a POLAROID 250 LAND
CAMERA. It takes instant pictures that
the photographer had to ‘fix’ with the
solution included in the film packages.
The camera had three focal lengths that
involved manually moving the bellows
in or out. It dates from around 19621966, and would have retailed for close
to $200.00 at the time.
Sadly there's little value to it now,
outside of its being a unique item for
any camera collector.
- Contributor: Marilyn Baker, Service Coordinator,
Kramer Ltd. (Tisdale)
Tim’s sons, Liam (front row, far left) and Wyatt (back row, fourth from right) took
part in the tour.
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Hello, Kramer News!
ExCEllENCE iN SuppoRT
I was taken by the use of the original typeface
on the latest Kramer News [No. 218 – Spring
2014]. Here’s the story:
Kramer raDiator Shop
NEWS & NOTES
Here’s the Story on Typeface
any raD. any BranD. any repair.
I knew that Robert Kramer had been a school
teacher, before he took a construction job. His
hand writing was admirable.
The full name, Kramer Tractor Company, Ltd.,
appeared in old-style, metal type faces printed
on letterheads and more.
your Kramer trucK centre...
chad appel
Rad Shop Supervisor
Regina
(T) 306.949.7370
(F) 306.949.7374
Murray Grant, first editor
of KN magazine.
I asked Mr. Kramer to write the words “Kramer News” in his own
hand writing. I gave his written words to a graphic artist, who created
the art work [Kramer News] used 58 years later to commemorate the
70th anniversary.
Built to WorK.
Dean holoien
on-Highway Vocational
Truck Sales Consultant
Regina
(W) 306.564.6473
(C) 306.537.6372
[email protected]
Kramer air Filtration Shop
no chemicalS. no liquiDS. no hazarDouS materialS.
Kevin rittenger
Filter Shop Foreman
Regina
(T) 306.949.7375
(F) 306.949.7374
The tribute to Mr. Kramer, the picture of Tim and Don—and a
personal touch by R.A. Kramer…amazing!
Best wishes,
MURRAY
Jason matheson
on-Highway Vocational
Truck Sales Consultant
Saskatoon
(W) 306.382.3550
(C) 306.230.9822
[email protected]
Kramer enerGy
- Murray Grant was the very first editor of Kramer News magazine, which made its debut in 1956. Murray recently visited the Kramer Regina branch to catch up with current and retired Kramer employees. Mr. Grant is fourth from the right.
We’re here to Keep your operation runninG.
neil Shaw
Energy Specialist
Regina
(W) 306.545.3311
(C) 306.533.3568
[email protected]
Brent uitti
Energy Specialist
Saskatoon
(W) 306.343.7368
(C) 306.380.7100
[email protected]
Kramer Ltd. offers parts and service
for On-Highway trucks at all of our
branches around the province.
Kramer rentS – the cat rental Store
mike russell
TCRS Sales Consultant
Regina
(W) 306.564.6464
(C) 306.520.4465
[email protected]
Darryl Gaudet
TCRS Sales Consultant
CCE Sales Consultant
Saskatoon
(W) 306.343.RENT (7368)
(C) 306.221.8291
[email protected]
306.343.rent
10 / KN219 SUMMER 2014 KRAMERSTORE.CA
Kramer.ca
306.564.6464
NEW PRODUCTS
NEW PRODUCTS
Cat® New Product
Introductions
NEW CAT® M-SERIES 3
MOTOR GRADERS
The new Cat® M-Series 3 motor graders—
12M3, 140M3, 160M3 and their all-wheel-drive
(AWD) counterparts—bring the latest emissions
reduction technology to the most durable,
productive and comfortable graders on the
market.
HIGH DUMP BUCKETS FOR
SMALL WHEEL LOADERS
The new models offer greater fuel efficiency,
more operator comfort and safety features, as
well as enhanced serviceability. M-Series 3
motor graders meet U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU
Stage IV emission standards.
(924K, 930K AND 938K)
High dump buckets utilize dedicated dumping cylinders and
a bottom hinge to “roll out” material. The bucket reaches up
and over the sides of loading bins and truck sides, higher than
ordinary bucket types. Sized for less dense material, they are
ideal for transfer stations, agriculture applications and loading
high-sided trucks. Bucket sizes range from 3 to 7 yd3.
980M AND 982M
WHEEL LOADERS
The new 980M and 982M wheel loaders are
equipped with ACERT™ engines that meet
US EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage IV emission
standards. The engines are equipped with
a combination of proven electronic, fuel, air
and after-treatment components, resulting in
reduced emissions, better performance and
improved fuel economy without affecting
machine performance.
PRODUCTION-CLASS
VIBRATORY SOIL
COMPACTORS
The 982M is a 2-pass match for larger
on-highway trucks, but it is not restricted
to aggregates and loose material handling.
Design changes in the frames, linkage,
hydraulics, horsepower and powertrain extend
the application range of the 982M to sand and
gravel, earth bank excavation, and face loading
in shot rock applications. The 982M has longer
standard lift arms, making it a great rail car
loader due to the higher hinge pin height.
With a full range of bucket sizes and types
plus other available attachments, the 982M
provides a new option in this size class.
(10 – 19 metric ton; 11 – 21 U.S. ton)
Cat vibratory soil compactors feature more weight,
increased amplitude and advanced technology to
help you quickly reach target density. Long service
intervals reduce the use of consumables and keep
the machines running from dawn to dusk. Automated
systems—Auto-vibe, Eco-mode, Automatic Speed
Control—ensure consistency, quality and efficiency.
Talk with your Kramer Equipment Sales Consultant
about Machine Drive Power (MDP) and the latest
compaction technologies.
continued on page 14
12 / KN219 SUMMER 2014 KRAMERSTORE.CA
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NEW PRODUCTS
THE ECR 327 END RIDER PALLET TRUCK
EMSolutions
Equipment Management Solutions (EMSolutions), supported by
world-class technology that collects data directly from your fleet, is
a portfolio of tiered service offerings built to help you manage your
assets and lower your operating costs—whether you like to do your
own maintenance or have Kramer Ltd. handle the details, while you
focus on doing the work.
The five levels of solutions (Access, Inform, Advise, Support,
Manage) are progressive, ranging from basic connectivity to your
fleet’s Electronic Control Modules (ECMs) to dealer-delivered
condition monitoring services to complete, proactive management
of your fleet.
TOP PERFORMER.
BUILT FOR SPEED.
WITH ZERO INTEREST FOR ONE YEAR.
Capacity: 6,000 lbs. | 24 Volt 3-phase AC technology for high performance
Ergonomic lift truck design and controls help ensure greater productivity
ADVANTAGE: Serviceability
The ECR Series of walkie end
rider pallet trucks—featuring
a 3-phase, AC drive motor—
provides top performance for
transport, order picking and
dock operations.
CAT® CONNECT
SOLUTIONS
Cat Connect Solutions consists of five
solution sets—Equipment Management,
Productivity, Safety, Sustainability, and
Command. These solution sets work together
to improve machine utilization and uptime,
optimize production, and enhance safety.
•Electromagnetic brake
•Advanced regenerative braking
•Automatically adjustable casters
•Simplified pull-rod adjustment
Built for high through-put and
heavy loads, the ECR assures
hour after hour of productive
operation.
Cat Connect Solutions helps you manage
and enhance operations and gain more
control of your jobsites. Using data from
technology-equipped machines, you gain
more insight and useful information about
equipment operation and performance.
ADVANTAGE: Durability
As the fastest end rider in the industry, achieving speeds up to 9.3
mph, the ECR provides exceptional acceleration with its highoutput controller and optimal programming.
In addition, this lift truck’s incredibly responsive, regenerativebraking system provides a seamless transitions, when engaging in
frequent directional changes.
• Thickest forks in the industry
• Wet and corrosive applications
ADVANTAGE: Ergonomics
0% 12 months / 4.5% 40 months
•Generous surface area
Now you can finance the Jungheinrich® ECR 327 end rider interest
free for 12 months, or receive 4.5% financing for up to 40 months.
•Twist grip
Contact your Kramer Lift Sales Consultant today for details*.
•Additional ergonomic features (optional), including a suspended platform, traction floor plate rubber drive tire and knee pads
*All transactions are subject to credit approval and execution of required
documentation. Prices may vary and are subject to change.
•Motor cover
•Soft rubber floor mat
Machines. Ideas. Solutions.
When you choose Cat machines, you get
what you pay for—durable and reliable
equipment, and long-lasting relationships.
®
Let Kramer help you enhance every aspect
of your operation so you can work faster and
more efficiently than ever.
Discover what we’re built for.
For more information on these Cat new
product introductions, please contact
your nearest Kramer branch. See pages
28 & 29.
14 / KN219 SUMMER 2014 EMSolutions allows you to partner with Kramer to
monitor the location, fuel burn, utilization, health,
and maintenance of your equipment fleet.
Learn how EMSolutions will deliver results to the
bottom line of your operation.
kramer.ca/EMSolutions
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QUALITY. RELIABILITY. CUSTOMER SERVICE.
CAT LIFT TRUCKS PROVIDE ALL THE OWNERSHIP BENEFITS YOU’VE COME TO EXPECT.
David Nederhoff
Lift Sales Consultant
Regina
(W) 306.545.3311
(C) 306.529.4212
[email protected]
kramer.ca
Todd Kennedy
Lift Sales Consultant
Saskatoon
(W) 306.343.7392
(C) 306.229.2282
[email protected]
CUSTOMER SPOTLIGHT
CUSTOMER SPOTLIGHT
Left: Thumbs up for the Saskatoon Trades and Skills
Centre! Left to right are Kramer Lift Sales Consultant
Todd Kennedy, STSC student, STSC career coach
Gerry Youzwa, STSC student, and STSC executive
director Donavon Elliott with the STSC’s new Cat®
TH255 telehandler. “Our industry partners asked for
forklift training,” says Elliott. “The Cat telehandler is
versatile, and it’s seen on jobsites around Saskatoon.”
because many of them are breaking the
cycle of poverty that has faced their
families for generations.”
According to Elliott, “We run a very
lean machine here. We’ve never varied
from our mandate. The cost per student
per program is $4,000.”
What is the cost to the student?
“There is no cost to the student,” says
Elliott. And there are no educational
requirements, with the exception
of the early childhood education
program. “We welcome everyone at the
Saskatoon Trades and Skills Centre,”
says Elliott. STSC career coach Gerry
Youzwa adds, “If someone is homeless,
or has addictions or mental health or
corrections concerns, we will work
with them to give them the skills and
the tools they need to be successful.”
Thumbs Up
for the Saskatoon Trades and Skills Centre
T
he Saskatoon Trades and Skills
Centre (STSC) was established
in 2007 as part of a larger
initiative to revitalize core Saskatoon
neighbourhoods, address the needs
of Saskatoon and area employers
for skilled workers, and prepare
vulnerable youth and young adults for
employment and career opportunities
in the trades.
The mission of the STSC is to engage
vulnerable youth and adults in skills
training leading to meaningful
employment, economic independence
and positive participation in Saskatoon
and the surrounding community.
16 / KN219 SUMMER 2014 As a not-for-profit organization that
is responsive to both industry and
community needs, STSC strives to
deliver short-term trades and skills
training to young adults, leading to
entry-level jobs in industries where
workers are in high demand. STSC
also works with industry in developing
and delivering relevant and recognized
programs that respond to industry
needs for trained, skilled workers.
So…does the program work? “We get
bigger and bigger every year,” says
STSC executive director Donavon
Elliott. “The trades industry and
our business partners drive the
programming.” Since 2008, the STSC
has delivered a total of 87 programs to
the Saskatoon area.
Begin a Career in the Trades
How does someone who wants to
begin a career in the trades go about
getting involved with the Saskatoon
Trades and Skills Centre? “We’re the
best hidden secret out there!” says
Elliott. “We get the word out about
our programs via social media—we
have 500+ followers on Facebook—
flyers, word-of-mouth, and through
community-based organizations. But
our students…our students are the
biggest and best source of advertising,
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STSC executive director Donavon Elliott. “We work with, and listen to, our industry partners,” says Elliott.
“We’re constantly surveying and conducting industry analyses. We’re able to design a program within
four weeks.”
“We don’t care what has gone on in a
student’s past, but we do care that our
students follow the rules that are in
place at the STSC. And, our students
have to want to work. If you don’t
The STSC also pays its students.
“We give our students a $10 per hour
training allowance,” says Elliott, who
was an educator for 18 years, and
a journeyperson electrician for 17
years. “We’re teaching them what it’s
like to work, but we’re also teaching
them about how to budget using a
paycheque.
follow the rules, and you don’t want
to work, you get kicked out of the
program. We do this because…we want
to help people make a difference in
their lives!”
continued on page 18
A Brighter Future
Established in 2007, the Saskatoon Trades and Skills
Centre provides training for the highest-demand, entry-level
trade jobs. STSC works with a host of industry partners and
academic institutions to help people get a job and build a
bright future in the trades. The result of this collaboration
assists the greater Saskatoon community through training
and work placements for unemployed, marginalized,
vulnerable members of the community, who are looking to
improve their lives through skilled employment.
- With information from Saskatoon Trades & Skills Centre
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CUSTOMER SPOTLIGHT
Most Likely to Work On
When the STSC asked the industry for
machinery quotes, “Kramer gave us the
best proposal with the best options,”
says Elliott. “Plus, our Cat® TH255
telehandler is a solid machine.”
“Many of our industry partners use Cat
products,” adds Gerry. “The industry
speaks highly of Cat machines. We
see Cat equipment on jobsites all of
the time. It’s an excellent brand. We
had initially rented a Cat machine.
Saskatoon Skills and Trades purchased
the brand of equipment that the
students were most likely to work on
once they were in the workforce. We
see the Cat brand of equipment on
jobsites everywhere.”
“The industry asked us for forklift
training,” says Elliott. “The Cat
telehander is very versatile. We use our
telehandler in many, many programs,
including masonry, construction labour,
commercial roofing, concrete forming,
steel stud and drywall, construction
prep, underground waterworks and
pipeline installation, landscaping, and
painting.”
“The Cat telehandler met the criteria
for the funding we received from
Western Economic Diversification
Canada. And…if it’s not on a jobsite,
what’s the point?” adds Gerry.
The name on the outside of the building
says Saskatoon Trades and Skills
Centre. “We build skills for a stronger
community!” says Elliott. “Our goals
are to meet industry needs through skills
training, and to give Saskatchewan jobs
to Saskatchewan people.”
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Credit Manager
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Ramona Benevelli
Credit Coordinator
[email protected]
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Credit Administrator
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An STSC student uses a Cat® TH255 telehandler to move bricks. “We use our telehandler in many, many programs,” says STSC executive director Donovan Elliott,
“including masonry, construction labour, commercial roofing, concrete forming, steel stud and drywall, construction prep, underground waterworks and pipeline
installation, landscaping, and painting.”
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Credit Administrator
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Communicating
with
WHAT CAN CATERPILLAR
S•O•S DO FOR YOU?
SM
1. Protect the Value
Cat® equipment is built to deliver
the highest possible performance
throughout its production life. S•O•SSM
Services can help you maintain
performance through your equipment’s
life cycle.
• S•O•S Services are designed to
identify problems before they
become major repairs. Early
detection is the key to reducing
downtime and increasing
productivity.
• Overall, you’ll get more work done
at a lower cost and have equipment
worth more at trade-in or sale.
S•O•S Services allow you to
test all oils and have results and
recommendations available within 48
hours of receipt. Coolant results and
recommendations are available within
72 hours of receipt. Receive results by:
• E-mail, Fax, Web or Postal Mail
S•O•S Services results are presented
in a clear, concise, easy-to-understand
report. Trained personnel provide
recommendations and specific,
immediate actions on each report. If a
critical situation is identified, you will
be notified immediately.
• Recommendations with alert levels
enable you to quickly review the
most critical components and
prioritize your work.
• Performance losses and major
repairs of lubricated compartments
can often be avoided by monitoring
fluid samples.
2. Deliver Results Fast
3. Put Results into Action
• Optimize your maintenance
schedule.
• Extend component life.
4. S•O•S Services Web
With Cat S•O•S Services Web, you
can view and analyze fluid sample
information on line—anywhere
and anytime you have an Internet
connection. Sample results, evaluations
and history are available. Oil, coolant
and fuel sample data are available in a
single module.
with your equipment to monitor the
impact of your maintenance program.
S•O•S Services will enable you to
evaluate your equipment’s health. You
can perform a maintenance program
on your own, or you can enlist the
assistance of Kramer Ltd. to perform
any level of preventative maintenance
that will keep your equipment running
at peak performance.
Ask your Kramer Product Support
Consultant about S•O•S Services to
maximize the return on your equipment
investment.
Regina
Saskatoon
306.382.3550
s an owner and/or operator,
having an established
relationship with Kramer
Ltd. through your assigned field
representative is paramount.
Did you know that there’s also another
efficient way to communicate with
your Caterpillar dealer?
If you’re looking for information and
access to resources, on your time and
terms, your best option may be to take
advantage of Kramer Ltd.’s inside sales
team.
Kramer Ltd.’s Inside Sales
Representatives (ISRs) Glen Joorisity
and Cassidy Lindenbach are well-trained
personnel who function as your inside
champions. They’re able to answer most
of your questions, steer you in the right
direction, and put you in touch with the
correct resources right away!
Kramer Ltd. is committed to helping
you achieve your lowest operating
and ownership costs. The best way to
do that may be to communicate with
Kramer’s inside sales team—you
still want to know what’s available,
and you want to be heard, but not
necessarily via a sit-down visit (aka
not making money).
Getting in touch with the right person
at Kramer Ltd. is fast and easy.
In general, there are two types of
circumstances under which it’s very
convenient to have access to a Kramer
ISR:
• When it’s urgent – if you need
parts and/or service ASAP, calling
the Kramer inside sales team cuts
to the chase. They can order the
part(s), and they know with whom
to make a service appointment
• When it’s important – if you’re
considering an attachment for one
of your machines (but don’t know if
it’s the right one or if you can afford
it), or if you’re looking at trading
or selling one of your machines, or
considering renting a machine
The Kramer inside sales team members
are extensively trained. They can spend
the time you need to either answer your
questions or put you in touch with the
person who can.
Quickly get the answers you need. See
page 28 for your Kramer ISR contact
information.
Much like using Cat maintenance
products and replacement parts,
utilizing the Caterpillar S•O•S Services
program is a guarantee of quality,
performance and value in all your
equipment services.
For more information, please contact
Kramer S•O•S Coordinator Kevin Currie
at 306.949.6457, [email protected] or your
nearest Kramer parts department.
5. The Ultimate Service
The S•O•S Services program is one
element of a condition monitoring
philosophy that you can put into place
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CUSTOMER SPOTLIGHT
CUSTOMER SPOTLIGHT
Machine Versatility Makes
Life
Easy
E
verybody has a friend or
two with whom there’s an
inexplicable kinship. Those
friends you haven’t seen for ages, but
when you do get together, it’s as if
you’ve never missed a beat. You’re in
tune as soon as you see each other, right?
Well, imagine that type of setting as
Kramer News visited Wayne Heaslip
(operations manager) and Todd
Lacoursiere (operations superintendent)
at Central Asphalt & Paving in
Saskatoon this past winter. As we began
our discussion, the folks from Central
Asphalt recalled our first meeting.
22 / KN219 SUMMER 2014 “Remember?” said both Wayne and
Todd. I didn’t, really, until my memory
was jogged. “We met at the Kramer
Saskatoon branch,” said Todd. “Yes,
you were taking pictures of us with
one of our pavers,” said Wayne. Ah ha!
The light bulb went off. “Of course I
remember you…now!” And so began
our interview, on a wave of familiarity
that resonated throughout the course of
our conversation.
Originating in 1985 as Central Asphalt
& Paving Inc. in Saskatoon, under
the ownership of Matt Campbell and
Malcolm Leggett , the company was
purchased by The Warren Paving &
Materials Group Limited in 1991, but
continued to operate under the Central
Asphalt name. “In 2001, LaFarge
bought out Warren Paving,” said
Heaslip.
Today, the company is known as
Central Asphalt, Paving & Concrete.
They are part of the construction
division of LaFarge North America,
the largest diversified supplier of
construction materials in the United
States and Canada. LaFarge produces
and sells cement, ready-mixed
concrete, aggregates, asphalt, paving
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and construction, precast solutions and
pipe products.
“Central Asphalt’s very first building
was the site where Kramer Rents –
The Cat Rental Store now sits, on
Faithfull Avenue here in Saskatoon,”
said Wayne. “Here on 50th Street East,
we’re still only a stone’s throw away
from the company’s original location.”
100 Days of Good Production
As a general contractor, Central
Asphalt is involved in “an array” of
projects, said Heaslip, who’s been with
Central since 1994. Projects range from
KRAMERSTORE.CA commercial parking lots, street-scaping
and from-the-ground-up subdivisions
to resurfacing major roadways.
Lacoursiere, who’s been with the
company since 1997, said, “Over the
course of 2013, we worked on a total
of 48 jobs in a 7-month season. Our
projects range from $50,000 to $10
million. At one point last year, we had
31 jobs on the go in one month.”
“We’re always aware of our timelines,”
added Wayne, “as well as the weather
constraints here on the prairies.
“With only about 100 days of good
Wayne Heaslip, operations manager at Central
Asphalt & Paving in Saskatoon, SK.
continued on page 24
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CUSTOMER SPOTLIGHT
CUSTOMER SPOTLIGHT
production weather a year, we need to
keep things moving.”
And kept moving, they have! In 1985,
Central Asphalt employed 15 people.
They currently operate with a fulltime
staff of 30, including office personnel,
truck drivers and equipment operators.
During the peak of the 2013 paving
season, Central Asphalt’s employee
numbers swelled to 103 persons.
During the winter months, fulltime
staff is kept busy with snow removal.
Company Highlights
Safety, environmental awareness and
quality are at the top of the heap when
discussing highlights of Central Asphalt.
“We have over 550,000 man hours
without a lost-time incident,” said
Central’s senior estimator Colin
Golemba, CMA. “Safety is a priority,
while still maintaining production,”
added Todd
“As well, we’ve implemented warmmix technologies that lower the
temperature at our asphalt plant,”
said Colin. “Lowering temperatures
at which material is mixed means
less natural gas is used, which in turn
means energy savings. And, a lower
24 / KN219 SUMMER 2014 Central Asphalt’s peak workforce was
15.4% female in 2013. “There’s a
commitment on our part to encourage
women to join the paving industry,”
said Wayne.
“We use our CTLs in dirt and
granular insulation applications,”
added Todd. “Our skid steers are
used for asphalt work, concrete and
excavation work, support services
and maintenance. Plus, Kramer is a
local company. We like that.” “And
we like Darryl!” said Wayne.
“Seventy percent of our workforce is
comprised of visible minorities,” said Colin.
“Cat compact construction equipment
is very operator-friendly,” said Colin.
“The controls are easy to use, and
very easy to learn. And, Cat machines
hold their value.”
Attachments tailor Cat® machines to a customer’s specific working requirements. “Skid steers are the best
invention in the world,” says Wayne Heaslip, operations manager at Central Asphalt & Paving in Saskatoon,
SK, “especially in the asphalt business. Everything we now do with a skid steer, we used to do by hand
with a wheelbarrow.”
temperature produces less smoke, all
while keeping the mix at the same level
of usability.” In addition, engineering
benefits include better compaction on
the road, the ability to haul paving mix
for longer distances, and extending the
paving season by being able to pave at
lower temperatures.
Included in Central’s warm-mix are
diverted shingles from the city’s
landfill. “We shred the shingles to
get the oil content,” said Wayne, “a
percentage of which goes into the mix.
We’re as green as we can be.”
Central Asphalt’s Wayne Heaslip (operations
manager - left), and Todd Lacoursiere (operations
superintendent) with their LaFarge President’s
Health and Safety awards (2011, 2013). “We have
over 550,000 man hours without a lost-time incident,”
said Central’s senior estimator Colin Golemba,
CMA. “Safety is a priority, while still maintaining
production,” added Todd.
“LaFarge is a national account of
Caterpillar,” said Wayne, “so we’re
always around Cat equipment. Its
reliability and parts availability are
the biggest keys for us.”
Central Asphalt also maintains a
Canadian Council of Independent
Laboratories (CCIL) quality assurance
lab to ensure that best-quality materials
are used.
Easy to Use
“We purchased our first new Cat® skid
steer, a 262, in 2004,” said Todd. “It’s
still running today at the asphalt plant,”
added Wayne.
Central Asphalt operates a combination
of Cat skid steers, compact track loaders
(CTL) and multi terrain loaders (MTL)
totalling 14 machines. Their most
recent purchase came earlier in the year,
when a 299D XHP (108 HP) CTL was
delivered by Kramer Sales Consultant
Darryl Gaudet during springtime.
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“Expansion is on the horizon,” added
Wayne. “Plus, I’m a member of
SIAST’s advisory board [Moose Jaw’s
Palliser campus]. “We’re actively
involved in revamping their technical
program, converting it to a one-year
program.”
- With information from www.warmmixasphalt.com
THINKING OF SELLING?
USE THE KRAMER ADVANTAGE!
“Our operators also enjoy the
spaciousness of the cabs,” said
Wayne.
Best Invention in the World
Attachments tailor Cat machines
to a customer’s specific working
requirements. “Skid steers are the
best invention in the world,” said
Wayne, “especially in the asphalt
business. Everything we now do with
a skid steer, we used to do by hand
with a wheelbarrow.
“And we really like all of the
attachments that are available to
us. They are ideal for jobs such as
snow removal and trenching. The
versatility of Cat skid steers…
with so many different attachment
options, we can turn the machine into
anything we want.”
“Our Cat skid steers are used
somewhere on every project,” added
Todd.
Good to Know
According to Todd, “Central Asphalt
is a very diverse company. We have
many female operators and concrete
finishers. We needed to build the
business, and look outside the box
to fill our employment requirements.
Our folks in the field take time to
train women on the job.”
Right: (Left to right) Kramer CCE Sales Consultant
Darryl Gaudet with Central Asphalt’s Todd Lacoursiere
(operations superintendent) and Wayne Heaslip
(operations manager). “We use our CTLs in dirt and
granular insulation applications,” says Todd. “Our
skid steers are used for asphalt work, concrete and
excavation work, support services and maintenance.”
“In order to grow our client base,
yet still keep up our service and
productivity levels, we needed to look
outside the normal business model.”
“We’ll continue to grow with the
market,” said Colin.
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Representative for complete details!
GENERaL INquIRIES
Cindi Gardner
Used Equipment Coordinator
306.949.6227  [email protected]
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KRAMER EXPERIENCED PARTS
Currently under construction is our
EXPERIENCED PARTS EXChANgE PRogRAM,
which will serve Kramer Ltd’s mandate to
make our customers more profitable by
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QUALITY
USED
QUALITY USED EQUIPMENT
EQUIPMENT
2007 Cat® 247B Compact Track Loader
Approx. 1,350 hrs, cab, A/C, heater, bucket, subject
to availability.
$42,000
2005 Cat® 322C Hydraulic Excavator
Approx. 7,929 hrs, cab, A/C, heater, 9'8" stick, 36",
48" and 72" buckets, subject to availability.
$75,000
2006 Cat® 420EIT Backhoe
Approx. 3,581 hrs, cab, extend stick, positive
air shut-off, front and rear buckets, subject to
availability.
$65,000
2006 Cat® 930G Wheel Loader
Approx. 4,752 hrs, cab, A/C, fenders, 2.9 CYD GP
bucket, ride control, subject to availability.
$104,500
2006 Cat® D6N LGP Track-type Tractor
Approx. 5,029 hrs, cab, PAT blade, winch, sweeps,
rear screen, subject to availability.
$110,000
2006 Cat® 980H Wheel Loader
Approx. 8,090 hrs, cab, ride control, 7.25CYD
bucket, 29.5R25 tires, subject to availability.
$205,000
2007 Cat® 140H Motor Grader
Approx. 6,362 hrs, Cab, A/C, low profile, side shift,
17.5x25 tires, subject to availability.
$150,500
2009 Cat® 315D Excavator
Approx. 2,553 hrs, cab, quick coupler, 35" & 60"
buckets, 9'6" stick, subject to availability.
$65,000
2008 Cat® 963D Track-type Loader
Approx. 1,829 hrs, cab, 3.25 CYD bucket, subject
to availability.
$70,000
2010 Cat® 420E Backhoe
Approx. 1666 hrs, cab, extend stick, front and rear
buckets, subject to availability.
$70,000
2009 Cat® CP433E Compactor
Approx. 1,224 hrs, canopy, padfoot, beacon,
subject to availability.
$55,000
2007 Cat® CB534D Compactor
Approx. 779 hrs, canopy, smooth solid drum,
subject to availability.
$50,000
DID YoU KNoW?
Caterpillar’s new parts bargain list is
exclusively available to Cat® dealers.
Parts range from engines and attachments to nuts and bolts.
This huge inventory is updated weekly, with over 20,000 line items in stock.
Parts are discounted up to 50% - 60% and have full, new-parts warranty!
Cherry-piCked off the bargain liSt and in-StoCk noW!
9J-3139 ................D6/16G ripper shanks ............$550 (New Cat list $1,183)
213-1303 ..............D8T sweep groups.................$5500 (New Cat list $10,500)
364-4037 ..............D8T Tier4 ENGINES ...............$38,000 (New Cat list $55,100)
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CONTACT THE HEAVY CONSTRUCTION SALES TEAM
Stacey Wiebe
Equipment Sales
Consultant
Regina
(W) 306.545.3311
(C) 306.537.6294
[email protected]
Barry Balog
Equipment Sales
Consultant
Regina
(W) 306.545.3311
(C) 306.539.8992
[email protected]
Rodney Serhan
Equipment Sales
Consultant
Tisdale
(W) 306.873.2613
(C) 306.873.7586
[email protected]
Nathan Duncan
Equipment Sales
Consultant
Weyburn
(W) 306.545.3311
(C) 306.550.8165
[email protected]
Jae Issac
Equipment Sales
Consultant
Saskatoon Southeast
(W) 306.382.3550
(C) 306.381.6948
[email protected]
Dan Gagnon
Equipment Sales
Consultant
Estevan
(W) 306.634.3311
(C) 306.421.0832
[email protected]
Dave Parkinson
Equipment Sales
Consultant
Regina / Moose Jaw
(W) 306.545.3311
(C) 306.579.7917
[email protected]
Mike Helms
Equipment Sales
Consultant
Saskatoon Southwest
(W) 306.382.3550
(C) 306.220.9678
[email protected]
Darell Hapke
Equipment Sales
Consultant
Swift Current
(W) 306.773.3240
(C) 306.741.5050
[email protected]
Lorne Zelinski
Equipment Sales
Consultant
Prince Albert
(W) 306.382.3550
(C) 306.229.2289
[email protected]
Pat Becotte
Equipment Sales
Consultant
Battleford
(W) 306.445.6151
(C) 306.441.5446
[email protected]
2009 Cat® CP76 Compactor
Approx. 1,999 hrs, cab, A/C, padfoot, subject to
availability.
$120,000
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General Inquiries – Regina
306.545.3311
Saskatchewan’s
®
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HEAVY CONSTRUCTION
PRODUCT SUPPORT
Stacey Wiebe
Equipment Sales Consultant
Regina
(W) 306.545.3311
(C) 306.537.6294
[email protected]
Rodney Serhan
Equipment Sales Consultant
Tisdale
(W) 306.873.2613
(C) 306.873.7586
[email protected]
Ryan Klemp
Product Support Consultant
Regina Southwest
(W) 306.545.3311
(C) 306.533.7799
[email protected]
Nathan Duncan
Equipment Sales Consultant
Weyburn
(W) 306.545.3311
(C) 306.550.8165
[email protected]
Dan Gagnon
Equipment Sales Consultant
Estevan
(W) 306.634.3311
(C) 306.421.0832
[email protected]
Shaun Maurer
Product Support Consultant
Regina Southeast
(W) 306.545.3311
(C) 306.537.0815
[email protected]
Dave Parkinson
Equipment Sales Consultant
Regina / Moose Jaw
(W) 306.545.3311
(C) 306.579.7917
[email protected]
Darell Hapke
Equipment Sales Consultant
Swift Current
(W) 306.773.3240
(C) 306.741.5050
[email protected]
Kirk Lovegrove
Product Support Consultant
Saskatoon Centre
(W) 306.382.3550
(C) 306.229.2440
[email protected]
Barry Balog
Equipment Sales Consultant
Regina
(W) 306.545.3311
(C) 306.539.8992
[email protected]
Lorne Zelinski
Equipment Sales Consultant
Prince Albert
(W) 306.382.3550
(C) 306.229.2289
[email protected]
Dave Hamel
Product Support Consultant
Saskatoon North Central
(W) 306.382.3550
(C) 306.229.9837
[email protected]
Jae Issac
Equipment Sales Consultant
Saskatoon Southeast
(W) 306.382.3550
(C) 306.381.6948
[email protected]
Pat Becotte
Equipment Sales Consultant
Battleford
(W) 306.445.6151
(C) 306.441.5446
[email protected]
Matt Germscheid
Product Support Consultant
Battleford Northwest
(W) 306.445.6151
(C) 306.490.8990
[email protected]
Mike Helms
Equipment Sales Consultant
Saskatoon Southwest
(W) 306.382.3550
(C) 306.220.9678
[email protected]
COMPACTCONSTRUCTION
Jason Symes
CCE Sales Consultant
Regina
(W) 306.545.3311
(C) 306.540.8955
[email protected]
Cornell Srochenski
CCE Sales Consultant
Regina
(W) 306.545.3311
(C) 306.519.7827
[email protected]
Darryl Gaudet
CCE Sales Consultant
Saskatoon
(W) 306.343.7368
(C) 306.221.8291
[email protected]
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on-highway trucks
Dean Holoien
On-Highway Vocational
Truck Sales Consultant
Regina
(W) 306.564.6473
(C) 306.537.6372
[email protected]
Jason Matheson
On-Highway Vocational
Truck Sales Consultant
Saskatoon
(W) 306.382.3550
(C) 306.230.9822
[email protected]
the cat rental store
Mike Russell
TCRS Sales Consultant
Regina
(W) 306.564.6464
(C) 306.520.4465
[email protected]
Darryl Gaudet
TCRS Sales Consultant
Saskatoon
(W) 306.343.RENT (7368)
(C) 306.221.8291
[email protected]
Mick York
Product Support Consultant
Tisdale Northeast
(W) 306.873.2613
(C) 306.852.8985
[email protected]
Kent McLellan
Product Support Consultant
Estevan Southeast
(W) 306.634.3311
(C) 306.471.9200
[email protected]
Bart Maki
Product Support Consultant
(W) 306.382.3550
(C) 306.380.6789
[email protected]
Glen Joorisity
Product Support ISR
Regina
(W) 306.545.3311
(C) 306.570.7599
[email protected]
Cassidy Lindenbach
Product Support ISR
Regina
(W) 306.545.3311
[email protected]
MINING
Kevin Fairburn
South Saskatchewan
Mining Specialist
Regina
(W) 306.545.3311
(C) 306.539.1617
[email protected]
Tim Hamilton
North Saskatchewan
Mining Specialist
Saskatoon
(W) 306.545.3311
(C) 306.229.2288
[email protected]
ENERGY
Neil Shaw
Energy Specialist
Regina
(W) 306.545.3311
(C) 306.533.3568
[email protected]
Brent Uitti
Energy Specialist
Saskatoon
(W) 306.343.7368
(C) 306.380.7100
[email protected]
LIFT Equipment
David Nederhoff
Lift Sales Consultant
Regina
(W) 306.545.3311
(C) 306.529.4212
[email protected]
Todd Kennedy
Lift Sales Consultant
Saskatoon
(W) 306.343.7392
(C) 306.229.2282
[email protected]
AGRICULTURE
Jerry Zatylny
Ag Sales Consultant
Regina
(W) 306.545.3311
(C) 306.631.9701
[email protected]
REGINA
2360 Pasqua Street North
Telephone: 306.545.3311
Facsimile: 306.949.6249
Emergency Parts: 306.536.3406
Emergency Service: 306.536.3176
SWIFT CURRENT
2635 North Service Road
Telephone: 306.773.3240
Facsimile: 306.773.0733
Emergency Parts: 306.741.5527
Emergency Service: 306.741.3176
Branch Manager - Tim Walchuk
[email protected]
Operations Supervisor - Greg Illerbrun
[email protected]
Regina Service Manager - Kevin Murphy
[email protected]
KINDERSLEY
1014 8th Avenue West
Telephone: 306.463.3797
Facsimile: 306.463.3798
Emergency Parts: 306.460.7592
Emergency Service: 306.460.7220
Service Supervisor - Glenn Davey
[email protected]
Service Supervisor - Tim Guest
[email protected]
Southern Parts Manager - Brent Albert
[email protected]
General Parts Manager - Trent Meyer
[email protected]
Ag Shop: 306.949.7360
Air Filtration Shop: 306.949.7375
Experienced Parts: 306.949.7380
Radiator Shop: 306.949.7370
SASKATOON
3502 11th Street West
Telephone: 306.382.3550
Facsimile: 306.384.2511
Emergency Parts: 306.221.3406
Emergency Service: 306.221.3176
Branch Manager - Pat Allen
[email protected]
Service Supervisor - Dave Russell
[email protected]
Service Manager - Mike Winters
[email protected]
Service Manager - Wayne Hall
[email protected]
BATTLEFORD
391 Yellowhead Alley
Telephone: 306.445.6151
Facsimile: 306.445.6388
Emergency Parts: 306.481.5444
Emergency Service: 306.481.5446
Service Manager - Jim Sheppard
[email protected]
KRAMER RENTS - THE CAT RENTAL STORE
2215 Faithfull Avenue - Saskatoon
Telephone: 306.343.RENT (306.343.7368)
Facsimile: 306.343.7355
Lift Truck Sales Manager - Jim Gibson
(W) 306.343.7392
[email protected]
Kramer Rents - REGINA
2351 Albert Street North - Regina
Telephone: 306.564.6464
Facsimile: 306.949.7383
Northern Parts Manager - Kal Paydli
[email protected]
TISDALE
Highway 3 West
Telephone: 306.873.2613
Facsimile: 306.873.2203
Emergency Parts: 306.873.8322
Emergency Service: 306.873.8325
Operations Supervisor - Shane Becker
[email protected]
ESTEVAN
Highway 39 East
Telephone: 306.634.3311
Facsimile: 306.634.4587
Emergency Parts: 306.421.3406
Emergency Service: 306.421.3176
Operations Supervisor - Jeremy Clarke
[email protected]
The national standard for certification in the construction industry
is the Certificate of Recognition (COR) program. Kramer Ltd. was
recently certified in the COR program.
kramer.ca
We’re Kramer. We’re Caterpillar. We’re There When You Need Us.
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PRODUCT DEMO
CUSTOMER SPOTLIGHT
Premier Oilfield Equipment Co.
A Day at the Beach…
Spends Time
at Kramer Regina
to Some
R
egina Beach company, Tristen Hydro-Vac, uses
a Cat® CT660 with a CV Series hydro-vac on
a City of Regina job at McDonald Street just
south of the Ring Road.
Tristen was preparing the road for a culvert that will
cross the road at this location.
Even though the day was a bit chilly, many attendees
braved the frigid conditions (minus 19 degrees Celsius
with a wind chill of minus 31 degrees Celsius) and headed
outside to watch the Cat® CT660 hydro-vac unit in action.
This was Tristen’s first job with their new Cat CT660
hydro-vac unit.
Tristen Hydro-Vac is owned by Joel Barlett.
P
remier Oilfield Equipment Co. (POE) business development
representative Neil McLean spoke with and delivered a presentation
to customers and members of the Kramer truck, technical services,
heavy construction sales, and service departments at the new Kramer Rents
– The Cat Rental Store building (2351 Albert Street North – corner of
Highway 6 and Albert Street North) this past February.
POE’s Neil McLean (closest to boom) uses a remote
control to demonstrate ease of hydro-vac operation
to Kramer personnel Ian Capnerhurst, Dean Holoien,
Kerry Lalonde and Bob Haymore.
Built to worK.
POE, based in Fort Morgan, Colorado, is an advantaged provider of both
commodity and specialized products to the upstream oil and gas segment.
Premier uses a state of the art manufacturing facility to produce its
products, which include hydro-excavation trucks.
Premier Oilfield Equipment also offers customized hydro-vac training to
both dealers and customers.
30 / KN219 SUMMER 2014 Kramer ltd. is pleased to be the exclusive Saskatchewan
distributor of the Premier oilfield equipment Co. hydrovac.
with seven branches strategically located throughout the province,
Kramer is dedicated to providing you the parts, service, and support
you need to keep your business at maximum efficiency.
KraMer.ca
Call Jason Matheson or Dean Holoien to learn
more about the Cat CT660 Vocational Truck today!
Kramer customers and employees in the Kramer
Regina theatre during a Premier Oilfield Equipment
presentation this past February.
KRAMERSTORE.CA
Jason Matheson
NortherN SK
306.230.9822
KRAMERSTORE.CA Dean holoien
SoutherN SK
306.537.6372
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SASKATCHEWAN
Battleford
Tisdale
Saskatoon
Kramer Kindersley
1014 - 8th Ave. West
306.463.3797
Kramer Saskatoon
3502 - 11th St. West
306.382.3550
Kramer Battleford
391 Yellowhead Alley
306.445.6151
Kramer Tisdale
Hwy 3 West
306.873.2613
Kramer Rents The Cat Rental Store
2215 Faithfull Ave. - Saskatoon
306.343.RENT
Kramer Estevan
Hwy 39 East
306.634.3311
Kindersley
Swift
Current
Kramer Regina
2351 Albert St. N
306.545.3311
Regina
Estevan
Kramer Swift Current
2635 North Service Road
306.773.3240
kramer.ca
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