The 60th-anniversary celebrations at Redpath‘s North Bay base of operations on Highway 11 North included the unveiling of its new, state-of-the-art mobile equipment repair facility.

It is an $8.5-million investment in the global mining supplier’s North Bay infrastructure and, according to Redpath, a clear indication of its continued confidence in North Bay as the ideal location for its headquarters. The new 15,600-square-foot building consists of six repair bays, and two inspection bays, along with welding and washing bays.

Thanks to the new shop, Redpath Mining Contractors and Engineers will be able to handle the complete life-cycle of any piece of equipment from its underground mining fleet in-house. The new building incorporates environmentally conscious features including solar-powered auxiliary power units, heated floors, wastewater collection and recycling, and recirculated air for ventilation.