Last Updated: 2013-01-11

Lunenburg Industrial Foundry & Engineering Ltd.

Company information

Legal Name:   Lunenburg Industrial Foundry & Engineering Ltd.
Operating Name:   Lunenburg Industrial Foundry & Engineering Ltd.
Alternate Name:   LUNENBURG FOUNDRY & ENGINEERING LTD.
Mailing Address P.O. Box 1240 LUNENBURG, Nova Scotia B0J 2C0	Location Address 53 Falkland St. LUNENBURG, Nova Scotia B0J 2C0
Telephone: (902) 634-8827
Toll Free Phone: 1-877-259-5433
Fax: (902) 634-8886
Email: mail@lunenburgfoundry.com
Website URL: http://www.lunenburgfoundry.com

Contact information

Kevin Feindel
	Title:   Data Provider
	Telephone:   (902) 634-8827
	Fax:   (902) 634-8886
	Email:   life@tallships.ca
Peter Kinley
	Title:   Chairman
	Area of Responsibility:   Management Executive
	Telephone:   (902) 634-8827
	Fax:   (902) 634-8886
	Email:   life@isisnet.com
David Allen
	Title:   Vice President
	Area of Responsibility:   Management Executive
	Telephone:   (902) 634-8827
	Fax:   (902) 634-8886
	Email:   life@isisnet.com

Company description

Lunenburg Foundry & Engineering Limited (LIFE) has been providing a wide variety of high quality products and services since its establishment in 1891. From its location on two waterfront sites on Lunenburg harbour, LIFE has serviced both local needs and world wide markets. LIFE's craftsmen have offered a long heritage of excellent service to the fishing industry and continue to serve this market with both conventional and innovative new products. The company was an early pioneer in the development of a marine internal combustion engine and continues to manufacture many products for the marine industry. In 1921, LIFE was the first in Canada to install a diesel engine in a fishing schooner. The company is heavily involved in ship repair such as refits, conversions and outfitting. Our full service Ship Repair Facility at Plant 2 has three marine railways with a maximum capacity of 1600 tons, a mobile boat hoist, and a machine shop. At the head of the Lunenburg Harbour, the Main Plant, there are two protected wharf areas with 350' and 150' frontages and 27' drafts at high tide. Today LIFE designs and manufactures a full line of equipment and offers a wide range of services to the marine industry, including distribution of products by well-known manufacturers such as Ford, B.F.Goodrich and Bird Johnson and respected by Atlantic Canadian Fishermen and boat owners. LIFE's Marine Products are engineered and built to withstand the rigours of the North Atlantic. LIFE's wide line of products can be integrated into packages that are manufactured and may be installed at the plant. Our Foundry castings meet Lloyd's and CSI quality standards. Raw materials for our non-ferrous foundry meet ASTM quality standards. Custom work is a specialty at LIFE; engineers are available at the plant to service your specific needs. LIFE employs a variety of experienced craftsmen and tradesmen. Our present workforce includes the following skilled employees: Engineers and Technicians; CWB W47.1 Certified Welders, Pipefitters, Mechanics, Riggers and Shipwrights.
Country of Ownership:	Canada
Year Established:	1891
Exporting:	Yes
Primary Industry (NAICS):	336611 - Ship Building and Repairing
Alternate Industries (NAICS):	336612 - Boat Building
Primary Business Activity:	Manufacturer / Processor / Producer
Total Sales ($CDN):	$1,000,000 to $4,999,999
Export Sales ($CDN):	$200,000 to $499,999
Number of Employees:	60

Product / Service / Licensing

Product Name:	Accessories, Ship Bells
BRONZE
Product Name:	Acetylene
Product Name:	Air Conditioners System
Product Name:	Alloys - Non Ferrous
Product Name:	Aluminum, Steel
Product Name:	Aluminum & Alum. Alloys (incl. Basic Shapes)
Product Name:	Anchor
CAST IRON
Product Name:	Ballast Water
Product Name:	Barges
Product Name:	Bearings
BRONZE, CAST IRON
Product Name:	Bins & Hoppers
Product Name:	Bitts - Mooring
BRONZE, STEEL
Product Name:	Blocks
BRONZE, STEEL
Product Name:	Boat hoists
STEEL
Product Name:	Boat hooks
BRONZE
Product Name:	Boat Repairs
Product Name:	Boats, Dredges
Product Name:	Boats, Scows & Barges
Product Name:	Boats, Steel and/or other Metal
Product Name:	Boiler Repairs
Product Name:	Brass
Product Name:	Brass & Brass Alloys (incl. Basic Shapes)
Product Name:	Bushings - Brass, Bronze
BRASS
Product Name:	Capstan head
Product Name:	Capstans
Product Name:	Castings
ALUMINUM, IRON
Product Name:	Castings & Forgings, Iron & Steel (Excl.
Product Name:	Chain Plates
BRONZE, STEEL
Product Name:	Chains, Power Transmission & Conveyors
Product Name:	Chocks
BRONZE, GALV.IRON
Product Name:	Compressed Air
Product Name:	Controls & Control Systems
Product Name:	Conversions
Product Name:	Conveyors & Conveying Systems & their Parts
Product Name:	Couplings
BRONZE, CAST IRON
Product Name:	Cradles - Boats
Product Name:	Cruisers Boat
Product Name:	Davits
STEEL
Product Name:	Deck Fittings
Product Name:	Deck Machinery
Product Name:	Deck plates
Product Name:	Decks
Product Name:	Doors
Product Name:	Drums, Net
Product Name:	Drums, winch
Product Name:	Dry Docks
Product Name:	Engines
2.2-22.4 KW/3-30 HP
Product Name:	Engines, Diesel & Semi-Diesel, Marine Type
Product Name:	Engines, Gasoline, Marine Type
Product Name:	Engines, marinization
Product Name:	Engines/Diesel
Product Name:	Engine test facilities
Product Name:	Exhaust System
Product Name:	Fabrication, Custom
Product Name:	Ferries
Product Name:	Fishing gear
Product Name:	Fishing Vessels
Product Name:	Fittings
BRASS, ALUMINUM
Product Name:	Fittings - Cabin : hinges, hooks, latches
Product Name:	Fresh Water
Product Name:	Furnaces, Parts for
Product Name:	Furnaces, Wood, Oil or Combination
Product Name:	Furnaces, Wood Burning
Product Name:	Galley Equipment
Product Name:	Gas Freeing Station
Product Name:	Gears
Product Name:	Generators
Product Name:	Generator Sets/Components, Marine/Indus.
Product Name:	Glands Stuffing Box (Bronze)
Product Name:	Hardware
Product Name:	Hardware, Marine and/or Rigging
Product Name:	Hatches, Portlights, Skylights
BRONZE
Product Name:	Heaters - cabin, fireplaces, central heat
Product Name:	Hulls - Aluminium
ALUMINUM
Product Name:	Hulls - Steel
STEEL
Product Name:	Instrumentation
Product Name:	Iron, Grey & Alloys (incl. Basic Shapes)
Product Name:	Iron Work, Ornamental
Product Name:	Keels
IRON, STEEL
Product Name:	Ladders/Stairways
Product Name:	Machinery, Hoisting, incl. Parts & Attachments
Product Name:	Machine Shop
Product Name:	Metal Fabrication, General and/or Specialty
Product Name:	Metal fabrication - custom
Product Name:	Mooring cleats, hawse pipes, deck pipes
BRONZE, GALV.IRON
Product Name:	Mufflers
STEEL
Product Name:	Naval Architects
Product Name:	Naval Vessels
Product Name:	Oarlocks
BRASS, GALV. IRON
Product Name:	Oxygen
Product Name:	Panels
Product Name:	Pipes/Corner Ducts, Heating/Vent./Air Cond.
Product Name:	Plates, Decks
Product Name:	Power Boats - Custom
Product Name:	Power Boats - Fishing Commercial
Product Name:	Power Ferry Boats
Product Name:	Power Tugboats
Product Name:	Power Work Boats
Product Name:	Project/Program Management
Product Name:	Propeller Calculations, Drawings and Performance Curves
Product Name:	Propellers
A Tradition of Service: Since 1909 Lunenburg Foundry has been manufacturing propellers for the marine industry. Initially these propellers were made for use with our own "Atlantic" marine engines. Since this time we have continually updated and expanded this line, the result being that today we feel confident in offering our "LIFE" propellers as some of the finest available anywhere. Quality Metallurgy: Every effort is made to ensure that each propeller is manufactured to the highest possible standards. This quality begins with the selection of the best metals for use in their construction. "LIFE" propellers are available in Manganese Bronze and Nickel Bronze Aluminum. Both Manganese Bronze and Nickel Bronze Aluminum are well known for their strength, durability and repairability. Other alloys are available for special applications. Propeller Repair: Our propeller shop is fully equipped for the repair and reconditioning of both fixed and variable pitch propellers. This includes blade repair/replacement, tip repair/replacement, pitch readjustment, resurfacing, as well as static and dynamic balancing. 24 hour Emergency Service: There may be times when he operation of your vessel warrants a special response. Upon request, arrangements may be made to work on your order around the clock. Overtime rates and service charges may apply, but when time is of the essence we may be able to help. Propeller Selection: The design of modern screw propellers has developed through a combination of science and experience. Through this process a number of popular styles of propellers have evolved. Each style possesses its own unique blade shape which make it more or less suitable for a specific application. A propeller has a great effect upon the overall performance of a boat and it is very important that the proper one be installed. The most accurate and "safest" method of propeller selection involves the use of formulas and charts which take into consideration many different measurements and variables taken from your boat and present propulsion system. Our Engineers would be pleased to assist you in selecting the propeller that is right for your boat.
Product Name:	Propulsion and Power Systems
Product Name:	Propulsion Equipment
Marine Propulsion Equipment Your propulsion equipment represents the single most important system in your boat. It is therefore very important that the right system be chosen and installed. Choosing the right system requires looking at many different variables including the boat's hull type, displacement, waterline length, maximum hull speed, intended use, etc. By using scientific formulas and charts the correct engine, transmission, shaft and propeller can be specified and matched as a unit. Please keep in mind that Lunenburg Foundry and Engineering Limited can supply all of your propulsion requirements with the highest quality components at the best price, and is available to assist you in making the right selection.
Product Name:	propulsion packages
Product Name:	Pumps
BRONZE, CAST IRON
Product Name:	Pumps, Hand
Product Name:	Railway Drydock, Marine
Product Name:	Refits
Product Name:	Rigging and Components
Product Name:	Rudder Bearings
BRONZE
Product Name:	Rudder Frames
Product Name:	Rudders
BRONZE, "", STEEL
Product Name:	Shafts
BRONZE, STEEL
Product Name:	Sheet Metal Fabrication
Product Name:	Ship Conversion
Product Name:	ship repair Marine equipment repairs
Product Name:	Ships/Boats/Sub-Assemblie/Parts/Attach.
Product Name:	Stanchions
STEEL, GALV.IRON
Product Name:	Steel Fabrication
Product Name:	Steering systems
BRONZE, STEEL
Product Name:	Stern tubes
Product Name:	Stoves, Heating
Product Name:	Stoves with or without oven, barbecues
CAST IRON
Product Name:	Stuffing Boxes
Product Name:	Tanks
Product Name:	Tanks - Fuel
STEEL
Product Name:	Tanks - Holding
Product Name:	Tanks - Water
STEEL
Product Name:	Tooling & Fabricating
Product Name:	Tugs
Product Name:	Ventilators
AL. BRASS, STEEL
Product Name:	Ventilators, Structural/Arch., Metal
Product Name:	Welding
Product Name:	Winches
Product Name:	Wire - Electric, harnesses
Product Name:	Work/Patrol/Research Boat
STEEL
Product Name:	Work Boats
Service Name:	Computer-Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) Systems and Training
Service Name:	Electrical Repairs
Service Name:	Engine Repairs
Service Name:	Grit/Sand Blasting
Service Name:	Heating, Ventilation Systems and Air Conditioning
Service Name:	Hull Repairs
Service Name:	In Situ Grindig/Machining
Service Name:	Lengthening
Service Name:	Ocean Engineering
Service Name:	Oil Cleaning
Service Name:	Overhauls
Service Name:	Precision Machining
Service Name:	Propeller Repairs
Service Name:	Repairs Afloat
Service Name:	Ship Repair
The Ship Repair facility is located on the eastern edge of Lunenburg Harbour. Three marine railways, a mobile boat hoist, and a machine shop are located at this site. At the head of the Lunenburg Harbour, the Main Plant, there are two protected wharf areas with 350' and 150' frontages and 27' drafts at high tide. Marine Railways - Capacities: Cradle 1 Length - 220' Beam - 35' Max. Draft - 16' Rated Capacity - 1600 tons Cradle 2 Length - 180' Beam - 40' Max. Draft - 14' Rated Capacity - 1200 tons Cradle 3 Length - 120' Beam - 27' Max. Draft - 12' Rated Capacity - 430 tons Boat Hoist Length - 85' Beam - 25' Max. Draft - 12' Rated Capacity - 75 tons The yard is serviced with electricity, compressed air, water and phone. Ship Repair Capabilities: Painting and Sandblasting; Steel Plate and Structural Alterations; Fixed and Controllable Pitch Propeller Repair and Service; Engine Repair and Service; Diesel Injector Service; Electrical Equipment; Service; Installation and Support; Hydraulic Systems Repair; High Quality Welding; Advanced Electric Arc, MIG, TIG, Nonferrous Brazing and Welding, Stainless Steel work, Submerged Arc; Metallizing and Resurfacing; Integration with the Foundry, Machine Shop, and Engine Department and all other departments at LIFE.
Service Name:	Ship Repairs - Steam
Service Name:	Tank Cleaning
Service Name:	Tank Coating
Service Name:	Underwater Cleaning
Service Name:	Underwater Repairs
Service Name:	Welding Services
Service Name:	Yacht Service Company

Market profile

Geographic markets:

Export experience:

• United States