Business Details
22 Years
experience
Expert Metal Fabrication Services in Kelowna
Since 2004, Grizzly Metal Fab has established itself as a premier metal fabrication partner serving diverse industries across North America. Our 50,000-square-foot facility in Kelowna, British Columbia, houses advanced equipment including CNC brakes, plasma cutters, and robotic welding systems, enabling comprehensive in-house production. We specialize in structural steel projects up to 1,000 tons, marine infrastructure like the McKinley Beach Marina, and specialized equipment for oil & gas, mining, and sawmill operations. Our team maintains CWB certification to CSA W47.1 and AWS D1.2 standards for structural aluminum welding, ensuring precision in every fabrication. With Tekla, SolidWorks, and AutoCAD modeling capabilities, we provide end-to-end solutions from design to erection.Our strategic partnership with Hardox Wearparts grants access to abrasion-resistant materials like Hardox 600 plate, enhancing durability in demanding environments. Five overhead cranes, 3D Faro scanning technology, and surface preparation systems support our commitment to quality control. We serve commercial, industrial, and residential clients with capabilities ranging from mass timber connections to custom decorative metalwork. Our 15+ skilled welders and fabricators bring decades of collective experience to complex projects requiring exacting standards. Backed by certifications for secondary bridge components and a 5.5-acre yard with heavy equipment, we deliver reliable solutions for structural challenges of any scale.
Services
Structural Steel Fabrication
Oil & Gas Equipment
Marina Construction
Mining Fabrication
Sawmill Equipment
Custom Metalwork
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- 20+ years combined experience in structural steel fabrication since 2004
- CWB and AWS certified welding for critical structural applications
- Complete project lifecycle management from Tekla modeling to erection
- Access to Hardox abrasion-resistant materials through exclusive partnerships
- 50,000 sqft facility with robotic welding and 3D scanning technology
Associations and certifications
- CWB Certified to CSA W47.1
- AWS Certified to D1.2
What people say
Precision welding
Durable marina construction
Complex structural execution
Certified quality
Hardox expertise
Services
Structural Steel Fabrication
We deliver complete structural steel solutions from 1-ton components to 1,000-ton commercial buildings. Our capabilities include detailing with Tekla software, precision cutting with CNC plasma systems, and certified welding for tilt-ups, precast connections, and mass timber structures. Projects range from industrial facilities to residential steel frameworks.
Marina Construction
Specializing in marine infrastructure, we design and fabricate steel and aluminum docks for commercial and recreational use. Our portfolio includes the 1-million-pound McKinley Beach Marina in Kelowna and Chatfield State Park Marina in Colorado. We handle structural calculations, corrosion-resistant coatings, and on-site assembly for durable waterfront installations.
Oil & Gas Equipment
We manufacture specialized equipment for oilfield operations including catwalks, rig mats, and hydraulic tanks. Our AWS-certified welders construct code-compliant structures like generator buildings and pipe tubs using abrasion-resistant materials. Projects incorporate safety features for hazardous environments while meeting strict industry regulations.
Mining Fabrication
Our mining industry solutions include conveyor systems, chutes, and wear packages using Hardox 600 plate. We collaborate with BC mining operations to create durable components that withstand abrasive materials. The partnership with SSAB grants access to Strenx high-tensile steel for lightweight yet robust equipment requiring minimal maintenance.
Custom Metalwork
From decorative architectural elements to one-of-a-kind industrial prototypes, our team handles custom projects of any complexity. Capabilities span 3D scanning for precise measurements, CNC routing for intricate designs, and powder coating for finished aesthetics. We support residential clients through commercial enterprises needing unique metal solutions.
People
Jim Bostock
President
With over 20 years in metal fabrication, Jim leads strategic operations at Grizzly Metal Fab. He oversees quality control and business development, leveraging industry expertise to maintain CWB certification standards and expand service capabilities for structural projects.
Grant Fortuin
Partner | Project Manager
Grant manages complex industrial projects from concept to completion. His engineering background ensures technical precision in oil & gas equipment fabrication while coordinating multidisciplinary teams to meet tight deadlines for clients across North America.
Cameron Langlois
Partner | Project Manager
Cameron specializes in structural steel coordination, focusing on commercial buildings and bridge components. He maintains relationships with engineering firms to deliver code-compliant solutions that integrate with mass timber and precast concrete systems.
Tyler Baer
Operations Manager
Tyler oversees daily production, optimizing the use of CNC machinery and robotic welding systems. He manages workflow efficiency across the 50,000 sqft facility, ensuring timely delivery of projects ranging from mining chutes to marine structures.
Victor Mallouhi
Programming
Victor specializes in CNC programming for precision metal cutting. He operates the 10'x25' Accurpress brake and PythonX robotic beam line, translating design files into production-ready toolpaths that maintain tight tolerances for structural applications.
Questions
What industries do you serve?
We serve oil & gas, mining, sawmill equipment, structural steel construction, and marine infrastructure industries across North America.
Are you certified for structural welding?
Yes, we hold CWB certification to CSA W47.1 and AWS D1.2 certification for structural aluminum welding applications.
Can you handle large-scale projects?
Our facility supports projects up to 1,000 tons, with five 12-ton overhead cranes and 50,000 sqft of fabrication space.
What materials do you work with?
We fabricate carbon steel, aluminum, stainless steel, and abrasion-resistant materials like Hardox 600 plate and Strenx high-tensile tubing.
Do you offer design assistance?
Yes, our team provides Tekla, SolidWorks, and AutoCAD modeling for complete projects from concept to erection.
What surface preparation options exist?
We offer sandblasting, painting, powder coating, galvanizing, and plating services for corrosion protection and finished aesthetics.
