To widen support for operators of rotating equipment in the U.S. Gulf Coast area, Sulzer announces the expansion of its Baton Rouge Service Center in Louisiana. The new purpose-built addition to the existing facility will enhance the service capabilities of the center–which specializes in repairs and reengineering for all types of rotating machinery including pumps and small steam turbines.
The expansion will add 7,200 square feet of floor space to the existing 10,500-square-foot service center. New cranage will double the current lifting capacity from 10 to 20 tons, with a large blasting and paint booth to be added. Additional machining capacity will also further increase the number of repair and reengineering projects that can be carried out at the same time. As well as adding equipment and space, Sulzer plans to hire new mechanics, machinists, office staff, sales teams, and apprentices from the local area.
Glenn Doerksen, president pump services North America at Sulzer, adds, “We are already the premier provider of maintenance and overhaul services for rotating equipment including pumps and small steam turbines. However, we are always looking to further strengthen our capabilities to increase our offering to customers.”