Weymouth Company Crafts Sustainable Solutions to Increase Exports
News release
Lewis Mouldings & Wood Specialties Limited will purchase new technology to keep products competitive and profitable
April 3, 2018 – Weymouth, NS – Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
Working with rural-based Atlantic Canadian businesses to modernize and expand eco-friendly operations plays an important role in diversifying the region’s economy, making it possible to develop new markets while maintaining well-paying jobs. That is why the Government of Canada is supporting Lewis Mouldings & Wood Specialties Limited to secure the equipment required to increase production of its value-added wood products.
Today Colin Fraser, Member of Parliament for West Nova, on behalf of the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA), announced a $430,000 repayable contribution, through ACOA’s Business Development Program, that will allow Lewis Mouldings & Wood Specialties Limited to make technology upgrades that will improve overall plant efficiency and safety. The Farm Credit Corporation provided $430,000 for this project, as well.
With this support, Lewis Mouldings & Wood Specialties will purchase a high-speed moulder and modernize its current bricker and dust collection systems. Once the project is complete, Lewis Mouldings & Wood Specialties Limited will be well positioned to meet the increasing demand for its speciality wood products, allowing the company to grow and reach new markets.
This project builds on the Government of Canada and the four Atlantic Provinces’ commitment to drive economic growth in Atlantic Canada through the Atlantic Growth Strategy. The strategy involves targeted actions to support the scaling-up and modernization of rural-based businesses, which are key to Atlantic Canada’s economic diversification and growth.
Quotes
“We know that innovation is the key to business success and job growth in Canada. Companies like Lewis Mouldings & Wood Specialties Limited are the backbone of local economies. By introducing new product lines and expanding markets they are making an important contribution to their communities and to economic growth.”
- The Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister responsible for ACOA
“Since its inception 27 years ago, Lewis Mouldings & Wood Specialties has demonstrated a commitment to the sustainable use of natural resources. This modernization demonstrates the value of thinking green, enabling the company to plan for the future and maintain its important role in the community.”
- Colin Fraser, Member of Parliament for West Nova
“Lewis Mouldings is very excited to once again be partnering with ACOA and Farm Credit Canada to invest in our family-owned and operated value-added facility in Weymouth. This investment will modernize and upgrade important facility infrastructure through the acquisition of new equipment, and contribute to our competitiveness on the global markets as we continue to grow our business into the future.”
- Jamie Lewis, General Manager, Lewis Mouldings & Wood Specialties Limited
Quick facts
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The company specializes in finger joint Eastern White Pine wood mouldings, with a bi-product of its production being Fiber Fuel.
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Lewis Mouldings & Wood Specialties exports a large portion of its product to a variety of building supply companies and major distributors.
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Operating out of Digby County for 27 years, Lewis Mouldings & Wood Specialties is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 60 full time employees.
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Contacts
Paul Moore
Senior Communications Officer
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
902-426-3470 | 902-222-3360
paul.moore@canada.ca
Jamie Lewis
General Manager
Lewis Mouldings & Wood Specialties Limited
Phone: 902-837-7393 ext. 24
Email: jlewis@lewismouldings.com
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