July 2006
“Thank you for your contribution...Lopes worked over 9,118 Man Hours with 0 Lost Time Accidents on the Praxair Project. Compliance to Safety on the Praxair Project was 93%. Lopes also worked over 59,033 Man Hours on the ATS Project with 2 Lost Time Accidents. Compliance to Safety on the ATS Project was 97%.”
– INCO Manager of Capital Projects
January 2005
“Lopes Mechanical Ltd., safely managed the activities of their construction site and workforce, a daily average of 30 to 35 workers and the scheduling and activities of their sub-contracting firms 12 in total from Dec 22/03 to Sept. 3/04 for a total of 60,723 man hours without a Lost Time Injury, there were a total of 4 reports, 2 Medical Aid and 2 First Aid visits, all minor incidents.
Lopes Mechanical & Electrical Ltd. is a very capable constructor who has very good understanding and knowledge of safe practices and procedures, and a excellent ability to accomodate changes in site conditions, they have all critical positions staffed with excellent on-site supervision and as a result they have excellent worker moral and dedication who are supervised and trained to perform their tasks safely.
It would be a pleasure to work with Lopes Mechanical & Electrical Ltd., again... or any other project that I may be associated with in the future.”
– FBR SO2 Abatement Project - Project Safety Coordinator
December 2004
“Congratulations on your commitment to health and safety in the workplace. We applaud your dedication to improving workplace health and safety. You are on the road that leads to higher productivity, improved employee morale, ultimately developing a sustainable health and safety program and lowering compensation costs.”
– WSIB, Ontario
April 2003
“The results of the spot-check verified that the management system was implemented for all five elements. Your reported score of 100% has been confirmed for 2002. On a personal note, I wish to repeat my comments expressed at the time of the spot check, that I was quite impressed with the genuine effort you have made to improve your program beyond the margin standard. I encourage you to share your experience with the local chapter of your group.”
–WSIB, Ontario
September 2001
“On behalf of the Smelter Leadership Team, we would like to thank you for the work you completed during the August 2001 shutdown. The work was completed efficiently, and most importantly, safely. Your efforts with regards to safety have not gone unnoticed. Please express our thanks to all your employees, we look forward to working with you in the future.”
– INCO Smelter Shutdown Coordinator
August 1999
“This letter serves to confirm that Lopes Mechanical & Electrical Ltd. has over the past several years done major lump sum and partnership projects for Inco Limited at its Copper Cliff Smelter, Mills and Refineries and has provided such services in a safe, professional and efficient manner. Based on their past and present performance Inco is pleased to recommend Lopes Mechanical Ltd. to other companies requiring their services.”
– INCO Contract Administrator
May 1999
“Last week your company finished the rebuild... and I think it is appropriate to let you know how pleased I was with the job your people performed. ... It was the same day INCO annouced there was a possibility of layoffs so the crews here were very upset and really were watching all contractors. I must say your people acted in a professional and efficient manor. The entire job went well and on time. When the job was complete I went up for a last inspection, the area was spotless even all the hoses were coiled up. ... and I hope we work together in the future.”
– INCO - Ron Vaillancourt