Welcome to Priority 1 Sandblasting & Coatings Inc.
100% owned and operated by Brent Hutzul and Lance Westvelt who have each acquired over 25 years? experience in the industry.
The company currently operates from a substantial 2.55 acre site, with more than 15,000 sq. ft. of enclosed space.
Operating out of Nisku, Alberta, in the heart of the oil and industrial region of Western Canada, Priority 1 has cut it's teeth in a hugely demanding environment and has expertise to provide coatings to withstand the harsh extremes of weather ranging from as low as -60 Celsius (-76 Fahrenheit) up to +40 Celsius (+104 Fahrenheit) and beyond. A temperature range of 100 Celsius and more! To achieve this, proper preparation is vital and for that you need the right equipment, the right expertise and the right attitude. These are what Priority 1 brings to the table.
Since 1956 Park Derochie has experienced continued growth and diversification of services to become one of Canada's premier specialty-trade, large commercial and industrial contractors. Our markets include Hydro, Mining, Petro-chemical, Pipeline, Potash & Coal Mines, Power Plants, Process Plants, Pulp & Paper, Railcars, Marine and Offshore drilling platforms. With Divisions in British Columbia, Alberta and Saskatchewan, Park Derochie has provided client services across Canada, The United States and South America. Providing uncompromising, quality workmanship to our clients is a strong component within our core principles of business ethics. Adhering to the stringent standards set out by The Society of Protective Coatings (SSPC) and guided by ISO 9001-2000, our Quality Management System is designed to meet the specific requirements of the client. We are Gold Seal Certified (Canadian Construction Association) and have NACE inspectors & technologists on staff.