Thomas Hutchinson, Capital Project Engineer - Newpage Corporation, Rumford
"In the last 8 years, the NewPage Rumford mill has bought at least 5 new bridge cranes rated at 30 tons or more from Somatex. We have also modified many components of existing cranes, from crane rail and hoists, to drives and controls. The design and fabrication is top notch quality, and their on-site installation and service is always well thought out and safe. The proof is in the operation! We will continue to work with this professional company that supplies excellent USA Built equipment."
Timothy P. Downing, President - Duratherm Window Corporation, Vassalboro
“Somatex, Inc. did a great job working with us to design, fabricate, and install our two (2) crane assemblies for our new glazing line. Their staff was very knowledgeable and easy to work with. The result was a project that was installed on time, within budget, and providing the exact function we needed. I would definitely recommend Somatex, Inc. to any manufacturer with any crane/hoist design and fabrication needs.”
Andrew Martin, P.E., Civil Engineer - Fraser Papers Limited, Madawaska
"Since 1993 Somatex has provided Fraser with expert service in the form of hands-on field service, engineering and site supervision for new installations. We have purchased cranes, hoists and equipment from them to replace or maintain our extensive crane and hoist inventory. To this day they continue to provide the expertise and timely service we need to support our papermaking operations."
Chet Paso, Building Science Consultant - Preferred Building Systems, Inc.
"It was a pleasure working with Somatex through the entire process of designing and installing our (3) bridge crane system in 2006. It went in on schedule without a glitch. The real pleasure, however is going out into the plant everyday and seeing everything operating without a single problem since installed. We really do appreciate the performance of the cranes you installed."
Stacy Higgins, Senior Project Manager - Lincoln Paper & Tissue, LLC
"I would like to take this opportunity to personally thank you, and the entire Somatex team for doing an outstanding job with providing Lincoln Paper & Tissue, LLC with a great product, great customer service, and an overall pleasant experience throughout the entire project to install our new 15-ton overhead crane to service our new turbine-generator. Lincoln Paper & Tissue has used Somatex in the past to supply and service our facility's cranes on many occasions to our satisfaction and this most recent project was no exception. Lincoln Paper & Tissue appreciates vendors who listen to our needs and respond accordingly with results that are timely, accurate, and cost effective. That is why we would like to thank Somatex for designing, fabricating, supplying, installing, and testing our new overhead crane to our great satisfaction. We look forward to future endeavors with Somatex."
Ken Clark, Maintenance Planner & Terry Thomas, Reliability Engineer - Huhtamaki Foodservice
We are writing to thank you and your company for your continued service and support as we strive to maintain and improve our mill’s cranes and lifting fixtures. We can always rely on your professionalism and consistent good service from both your crews and your engineering staff. Again, thank you.
John Davee, President - Maine Coast Construction Corporation
"Somatex has also been very helpful in supplying us with quick pre-construction clearance drawings which has allowed us to expedite the design/build process."
Kenneth G. Priest II, P.E., President - Kenway Corporation
"As the Kenway Corporation grows it‘s business, material handling has become a big part of its growth. Somatex’s bridge cranes provide an integral solution that allows Kenway to be competitive at a national level. After years of service with zero downtime on our Somatex bridge cranes, the decision to use Somatex cranes for the next manufacturing facility expansion was intuitive and in competitive bidding, Somatex was the most competitive. We would have paid a premium for Somatex bridge cranes."
