SICK LTD. Process Automation: Establishing new Partnership in Ontario

April 18, 2019

SICK Ltd. is pleased to announce a new Process Automation Distribution Agreement with WESTECH INDUSTRIAL LTD., effective immediately.  Westech is a leading supplier of analytical instrumentation and process control equipment to a wide variety of industries and will enhance SICK Ltd.’s position in the Ontario market as a premier provider of continuous emission monitoring systems and process automation solutions. Westech Industrial Ltd. will be a great addition to the SICK Ltd. team.  Westech has offices throughout Canada and the USA.

A unique partnership for SICK Ltd.

Under SICK’s Distributor classification, Westech will be a SICK Ltd. Manufacturer’s Representative for Ontario.  Westech will act as an extension of the Eastern Canada PA sales team, providing leadership and technical expertise to sales pursuits in Ontario.

Westech Industrial Ltd. has been successful in providing sales, support and service to the marketplace for over 50 years. “This partnership is great opportunity for Process Automation in Eastern Canada, to work alongside a proven leader who provides integrated solutions and products.  We look forward to capitalizing on our strengths and growing SICK Ltd. PA business in Ontario.  I am extremely excited to welcome Westech to the SICK Ltd. Family.” said Ken Holditch, National Sales Manager, Process Automation.

Westech will be providing sales for the following in Process Automation:

  • SICK Gas Analyzers
  • SICK Dust Measuring Devices
  • SICK Gas Flow Measuring Devices

For more information, visit HERE.

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