Laurentide Controls has acquired CIV-Barsatech and Vusitec, strengthening its industrial service capabilities across Eastern Canada.

The acquisitions follow Laurentide’s recent purchase of electrical contractor C. Latendresse, forming part of a broader strategy to expand support for high-value industrial projects.

What the Acquired Companies Bring

CIV-Barsatech, based in Saguenay, specializes in:

• industrial valves
• pumps
• repair services
• reconditioning
• distribution

Vusitec, based in Saint-Laurent, provides:

• machining
• welding
• industrial fabrication support

Together, they expand Laurentide’s mechanical service offering for sectors including pulp and paper, energy, mining and heavy industry.

Strategic Importance

Laurentide said the acquisitions will help provide broader technical support, greater service scale and stronger regional coverage.

The acquired businesses will continue operating under their existing names during the transition period, with teams, certifications and contracts remaining in place.

Industry Insight

The acquisitions reflect rising demand for integrated industrial service providers capable of supporting complex mill, plant and infrastructure projects.

For pulp and paper producers, access to valve, pump, machining, welding and electrical services from one larger service network can improve maintenance planning, reliability and project execution.

Final Thought

Laurentide Controls’ acquisition strategy shows how industrial service providers are consolidating specialized technical capabilities to better serve large-scale manufacturing and process industry customers across Eastern Canada.

Last Updated on 03/06/2026 by Jota Machinery