
BBA integrates the expertise of a firm of process and advanced control optimization specialists in its continued pursuit of expansion
Mont-Saint-Hilaire, Québec, March 28, 2011 - BBA is proud to announce that they have entered into an agreement for the complete integration of the technical services and professional expertise offered by Top Control. Based in Quebec City, Top Control is a company consisting of specialists working toward process and advanced control optimization. The Company is recognized in Canada as well as abroad.
In addition to process and advanced control optimization, Top Control are experts in the installation of computerized tools, alarm management and rationalization, tuning and optimization as well as performance supervision, and asset and equipment supervision. Top Control serves the same sectors as BBA, namely in the mining, energy, pulp and paper, and petrochemical sectors.
"We are delighted to welcome such a complementary expertise as that of Top Control. As such, BBA will be able to consolidate their presence in industrial processes and proceed with their expansion strategy based on value added services for their clients in Canada and elsewhere in the world", declared Mr. Steeve Fiset, President and Chief Executive Officer of BBA.
On his part, Mr. Michel Ruel, President of Top Control, stated that, "The Top Control Team is proud to join the BBA group. This merge of respective expertise will allow our clients to take advantage of a ‘one-stop shop' for obtaining more comprehensive services."
Because of this integration, BBA will extend its geographical presence with the opening of an office located in Quebec City, where the Top Control Team is based.
About BBA
BBA is an independent Canadian consulting engineering firm operating internationally. Its team consists of highly-qualified experts in several engineering disciplines including electrical, civil, mechanical, industrial data processing, mining, metallurgical processes, automation, and construction management.
BBA is a Canadian consulting-engineering firm employing more than 600 people. They provide engineering services based on upscale expertise, specifically in the energy, mining and metallurgy, and petrochemical sectors. In the area of engineering, BBA stands out by their unique delivery of services from consulting services, management and technical expertise to operations and commissioning. The Company's head office is located in Mont-Saint-Hilaire, near Montréal and has offices in Montreal, Vancouver, and Labrador City. www.bba.ca
About Top Control
Top Control was founded in 1994 and runs operations in Quebec City. Top Control is a firm of specialists in the field of process and advanced control optimization. It mainly serves clients in the industrial field, particularly in the mining and metallurgy, energy and petrochemical sectors. www.topcontrol.com
Source:
Manon St-Arnaud, BBA
450-464-2111, extension 2390