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The People Behind the Promise | John Zietsma, Service Manager ShearForce Excavator Attachments
Specialized equipment requires specialized support to ensure your projects stay on time without equipment delays. Meet our product support and service manager John Zietsma. JohnZ is our go-to in-house expert on all things hydraulic attachment related. With more than 14 years in his current role, he has provided direct support and expertise to our customers...... READ MORE
The People Behind the Promise | Brad Dewit, President of ShearForce Equipment
It takes great leadership to inspire others to commit their best efforts to a shared vision of success. Meet our president Brad Dewit. Since he took over the leadership position at West Coast Machinery in 1996, Brad has set the tone and led the charge to grow the company and it’s two divisions, ShearForce Equipment...... READ MORE
New Sales + Rental Support Team in Alberta
It has been one busy year here at ShearForce and Terrafirma Equipment and we are very happy to announce some new additions to our team in Alberta that will enhance our ability to meet your equipment needs in Alberta! Heather Bucyk Office Manager, Nisku branch Heather has come on board as a master organizer, focusing...... READ MORE
Rock Excavation Made Easy | Choosing the Right Attachment
Posted: March 29, 2021 | Category: Equipment at Work, Excavator, ShearForce Hammers, Xcentric Ripper
When it comes to selecting the best hydraulic attachment for your rock excavation projects, there are a few factors to consider before you hit the ground. Your rock excavation cost per cubic yard increases significantly when you consider the overall density, compressive strength, and presence or absence of fracturing in the material you’re aiming to...... READ MORE
New Sales Rep Coming to Alberta this Spring
We have experienced an incredible year of growth here at ShearForce and Terrafirma Equipment and we are incredibly thankful to be productive and busy! We are excited to introduce a fresh new face to our hydraulic attachment family, here to support you and your equipment from our regional office in Nisku, Alberta. Derek Basey is...... READ MORE
Dipperfox Stump Crushers | The future of stump removal is here!
Posted: March 18, 2021 | Category: Equipment at Work, Forestry Mulchers and Brush Cutters, New Products
The future of stump grinding has arrived! Award-winning Dipperfox Stump Crushers now available in Canada. Dipperfox Stump Crusher is a brand-new stump grinder attachment for excavators breaking new ground in Canada. Its award-winning design makes stump removal work much more efficient and up to 10x faster than traditional stump grinding options. The Dipperfox Stump Crusher...... READ MORE
Your Partner for Gilbert Grizzly MultiGrip Pile Drivers in Alberta
Gilbert Products Inc. and ShearForce Equipment are proud to announce that ShearForce is now the exclusive dealer of Grizzly MultiGrip pile drivers in Alberta, Canada. For more than four years, ShearForce Equipment has supported Gilbert Grizzly MultiGrip customers in British Columbia and Alberta, building a strong service and support offering from our head office in...... READ MORE
ShearForce’s Top Projects of the Year
Posted: December 7, 2020 | Category: Equipment at Work, Excavator, New Products, Our Facility, Rental Excavators + Attachments, Service and Parts, ShearForce Hammers, Xcentric Ripper
The last two years have brought incredible growth and exciting new opportunities for our team. So much so that we missed putting together the roundup of top projects from 2019 last year! We have a LOT of catching up to do so let’s get in to it! Check out the list of our Top...... READ MORE
COVID-19 Policy and Safety Plan
Effective: April 8, 2020 | Updated: November 19, 2020 Below is West Coast Machinery’s policy and procedure in regards to the COVID-19 outbreak. This is to help protect fellow employees and our families, and to allow us to continue working during the pandemic. Notice to our Guests as of Nov 19 2020 If you are...... READ MORE
Gilbert and ShearForce Reinforce Their Partnership With New USA Territory Coverage Plan
Gilbert Products Inc. and ShearForce Equipment are proud to announce the expansion of ShearForce’s dealership territory in the northwestern United States, including the states of Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana. For over four years now, ShearForce Equipment has been the Gilbert Grizzly MultiGRIP dealer in British Colombia, Canada, building a strong service and support...... READ MORE