February 22, 2011 - Our vision is to become the recognized global technical leader in the planning, and design of high voltage power transmission systems and to become the preferred engineering service provider for each of our clients. We are looking for people to join our team in Winnipeg and Calgary and share our vision! We’re looking for motivated individuals who enjoy working in a teamwork environment and applying their knowledge for the benefit of our clients.

We are a progressive company that offers competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, training opportunities, excellent work environment, flexible work options, career advancement opportunities, and interesting international project work. We are supported by our world class partners Manitoba Hydro, AMEC and Stantec.

Since our inception 1966, Teshmont has specialized in providing engineering services for high voltage and extra high voltage ac and dc power transmission systems. We have studied and designed the installation and upgrade of power transmission systems from the permafrost in northern Canada to the deserts of the Middle East. We have supplied engineering services on some of the largest high voltage transmission systems in the world, to clients in over 20 countries. Our clients range from small utilities to nation-wide electrical authorities.

We pride ourselves on customer service excellence and have forged strong relationships with many of our clients. While there is tremendous diversity in the type and amount of expertise provided on every one of our projects, our focus remains singular on providing the best and highest value solutions to our clients.

We have a number of positions available in both Winnipeg and Calgary. Please submit your application at our careers page. Select one of the listed openings or submit a general application. We'd love to hear from you!

For more information, please contact employment@teshmont.com

February 1st, 2011 - Teshmont Consultants LP of Winnipeg Manitoba, are pleased to announce the opening of a new office in Calgary Alberta. Teshmont holds extensive international experience and has built its reputation by being at the forefront of the high voltage AC and DC transmission industry for 45 years.

"The Calgary office is a strategic component in Teshmont’s growth plans," says Robert Baker, Vice President at Teshmont in Calgary and the head of the new office. “The Alberta electrical transmission market is vibrant and exciting. We are seeking to better serve our clients and assist them in their growth plans by being situated close to them. As such, we are extremely optimistic for growth in the generation, transmission, and electrical service sectors in Alberta.”

The new office is located in Calgary’s Beltline, just south of downtown, on 4th Street. Situated at 930 - 396, 11th Avenue SW, the office is a five-minute walk from accessing the City’s +15 walkway network and the C-Train line. There is an abundance of parking close to the office, with many classic Calgary restaurants and shops nearby.

Ralph Kurth, President and CEO of Teshmont Consultants, says “The growth of Alberta’s competitive electricity market, coupled with the need to replace aging electricity infrastructure and interconnect new generation, makes Calgary the obvious choice for setting up our first satellite office to facilitate the growth of Teshmont’s presence in Alberta.”

With a dynamic economy and the growth of the oilsands infrastructure, Alberta is growing and the wholesale electricity market is growing with it. “The Calgary office is currently operating at one half of its capacity and we will be looking to grow our team to full staff in 2011”, says Baker.

The Calgary office will be supporting local transmission development in Alberta as well as opportunities in western Canada and the United States.

For further information please contact:

Robyn Page, P.Eng - Marketing Manager
Teshmont Consultants LP
(204) 284-8100 ext 234
rpage@teshmont.com

or:

Rob Baker, P.Eng – Alberta Regional VP
Teshmont Consultants LP
(403) 705-8001 ext. 505
rbaker@teshmont.com

January 7, 2011 - Teshmont is very pleased to announce that it has been selected by Atlantic Grid Development (AGD) to be the Owner’s Engineer for the Atlantic Wind Connection (AWC) Project. The AWC project involves the development of an offshore high voltage direct current (HVDC) undersea cable transmission backbone that will facilitate the connection of up to 6,000 MW of offshore wind generation along the eastern seaboard of the United States. As Owner’s Engineer, Teshmont will be supporting AGD by performing system integration studies, developing conceptual designs, supporting the environmental and regulatory filings, preparing functional and technical specifications, reviewing the detailed design, monitoring manufacture and installation and participating in system testing and commissioning.

The AWC project recently passed an important milestone with the submission of a rate application to the US Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. The filing, which includes testimony from Teshmont’s Dr. Robert Burton, describes how flexible HVDC technology can be used to efficiently connect variable offshore wind energy to the congested PJM grid while also improving PJM’s ability to operate the grid in a way that improves reliability and efficient generation dispatch. Other testimony in the filing describes the project’s role in fostering the development of a regional offshore wind industry that will bring jobs and economic growth to the Mid-Atlantic states.

“This unprecedented leading edge project will push the technological limits for HVDC transmission through the use of multi-terminal voltage source converters and, when completed, will facilitate the integration of 6,000 MW of clean renewable wind energy to the eastern coastal region of the United States”, says Ralph Kurth, Teshmont’s President. “We’re very excited to be playing a major role in this innovative project”. The project is being developed by the Atlantic Grid Development, LLC consisting of principles from DC Interconnect, Inc., Dewey & LeBoeuf and Trans-Elect, and is sponsored by Good Energies, Google and Marubeni Corporation. Construction of the first of five project phases is scheduled to begin in 2013. For more information on the project, visit www.atlanticwindconnection.com.

October 28, 2010, Winnipeg - Teshmont is delighted to announce that it has been selected as one of the 50 Best Small and Medium Employers in Canada for 2011 according to a study conducted by Queen’s University School of Business and AON Hewitt. This national study surveys both employees and managers to measure the levels of employee engagement. Organizations with high employee engagement enjoy tangible benefits, including greater ability to attract and retain key talent.

“Teshmont is indeed very pleased to have been selected as one of the 50 Best Small and Medium Employers in Canada”, says Ralph Kurth, Teshmont’s President and CEO. “As a consulting engineering company, our employees are vital to our success as it is their skills, knowledge, and experience that our clients require. Organizationally, we focus on what employees need to have an enjoyable work environment, one that provides interesting work, excellent career opportunities, fair pay, and competitive benefits. Our objective is to create a place of employment where no employee would consider leaving and others would want to become part of.”

Teshmont is a consulting engineering firm specializing in high voltage electric power transmission systems, with offices in Winnipeg and Calgary. Teshmont has provided services around the world on some of the largest electric power systems in existence.

Teshmont Consultants LP is a partnership between Manitoba Hydro, AMEC, and Stantec. For more information about the services that we provide, please contact information@teshmont.com or visit our website at: www.teshmont.com

If you’re interested in possible employment at Teshmont, please submit an application to employment@teshmont.com or visit our website at www.teshmont.com/careers.asp

For more information on the 50 Best Small and Medium Employers in Canada study, please visit http://business.queensu.ca/centres/qcbv/bsme/index.php.

On August 26th, employees from Teshmont turned off their computers, picked up hammers and spent a day away from the office to participate in the company’s first adopt-a-day challenge in support of Winnipeg’s Habitat for Humanity. The day long build saw Teshmont’s staff working on the construction of 6 new homes to provide affordable housing to needy low income families. The adopt-a-day challenge is another part of the company’s long standing policy of giving back to the community in which we work.

“The company has always been a strong supporter of charities, especially causes closer to home”, said company President Ralph Kurth. “Participating in the Habitat for Humanity adopt-a-day challenge gave not only the chance for the company to give something back to the community but also provide our staff a chance to participate. We’re very proud of our staff, and they did a tremendous job in coming out and getting involved”.

Habitat for Humanity Winnipeg is the local affiliate of an international non-profit registered charity committed to eliminating poverty housing and dedicated to making safe, decent and affordable housing available for low-income working families to purchase. Since 1976, Habitat for Humanity International has built over 300,000 homes in 100 countries. For more information visit http://www.habitat.mb.ca

The Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) recently implemented a new Connection Process to provide customers with further flexibility and access to the transmission system.

Teshmont can assist companies interested in connecting their generation, load, and intertie projects to the transmission system. Teshmont understands the complexities of Alberta's transmission system, and can provide power system planning, design, engineering, and commissioning services.

Further details on Teshmont’s capabilities and services are provided here.

Teshmont is pleased to announce that we have received a prestigious Award of Excellence from the Consulting Engineers of Manitoba for our work on the CU HVDC Transmission System in the United States: Shunt-Filter Bank Replacement Study. The award recognizes projects that provide innovation, advancement of technology, and contributions to society.

"This award underlines the high quality of personnel and commitment made by the CU HVDC Transmission System team members.” says Bob Burton, Senior Vice President, Power Systems.

The project, which started in December 2008, involved replacement of ac filter and shunt capacitor banks containing PCB-filled and other aging capacitors at two HVDC converter stations. Great River Energy (GRE) engaged Teshmont to evaluate the performance of the existing ac filters and to determine the performance requirements and ratings of the new ac filters. Teshmont was able to meet the challenges and complexities of the project through the application of technology and engineering innovation to provide a cost-effective and practical solution that met the client’s needs and the needs of society and the environment.

Teshmont's President,Ralph D. Kurth, P. Eng. PMP, was awarded the 2010 Consulting Engineers of Manitoba Engineering Action Award. This award is presented to an engineer who has demonstrated outstanding service and dedication to the CEM, to the Canadian consulting engineering profession, and to the community.

Ralph has served on the CEM Image Committee since 2007. He has been instrumental in the implementation of the mentorship program, the joint APEGM/CEM public awareness and communication plan, and the inception of “The Manitoba Consulting Engineer” annual publication.

Ralph is a strong advocate of publicizing the importance that engineering plays in today’s society. Apart from his work with the CEM, he has made public education and understanding of the role and importance of the profession a key initiative that Teshmont focuses time and effort on. Under Ralph’s direction, the company supports numerous events that promote the profession of engineering including career fairs, the Rotary Career Symposium which includes the Engineering Innovation Challenge, the Manitoba Schools Science Symposium, National Engineering Week as well as encouraging and supporting staff to attend a variety of public speaking opportunities at local schools, universities, and colleges.

Ralph exemplifies leadership in all aspects of his life, branching out beyond the engineering community with his involvement in coaching sports and participating in fundraising events in the community.

According to Roy Vallance, Senior Vice President, Engineering Design, "Ralph leads by example - with dedication, hard work, a positive attitude, and a good work / home balance. The staff at Teshmont join me in congratulating him on this prestigious award."

The Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) has selected Teshmont to provide engineering services associated with the development of two 500 kV HVDC systems in Alberta.

"We will draw from our extensive experience with HVDC projects to provide the engineering expertise that will enable the AESO to move forward with the design and realization of these complex projects." says Dr. Robert Burton, Teshmont's Vice President of Power Systems.

As the projects develop, Teshmont will perform system studies, provide engineering input, and devise solutions for the successful integration of the HVDC systems into Alberta’s existing power network.

The Board of Directors of Teshmont Consultants wishes to announce the appointment of Ralph Kurth as the new President of Teshmont Consultants LP.

“We congratulate Ralph and wish him success in his new role” says Bob Brennan, Chairman of the Board of Teshmont Consultants. “Going forward we see great opportunities for continued growth and development of the company both as employer of choice and as a leader in the planning and design of high voltage power transmission systems.”

Ralph has over 20 years of experience in system studies and the design and specification of ac substations and HVDC converter stations with emphasis on substation automation, operator control and protection. He has worked in project management, commissioning, design engineering, project estimating and scheduling, manpower forecasting, and software development. He is a registered engineer in the Provinces of Manitoba, British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario, a member of the IEEE and is a certified PMI Project Management Professional. Most recently, he was the Manager of the Substation Automation Department as well Teshmont’s Operations Manager.

The board also wishes to thank outgoing President David Stregger, who had announced his intentions to step down as President last November, for the tremendous contributions he has made to the company over the past eight years. “The growth of the company during David's tenure as President has been exceptional” said Mr. Brennan.

Teshmont is pleased to announce that it has received a prestigious Award of Excellence from the Consulting Engineers of Manitoba for its work on the Waneta Hydro Substation Project. The awards recognize projects that provide innovation, advancement of technology, and contributions to society.

“This award underlines the dedication and outstanding contributions made by the Waneta Project team members in delivering a modern state-of-the-art substation on time and on budget.” says Roy Vallance, Vice President Engineering Design at Teshmont.

The project, which started in January of 2006, involved the replacement of the nearly 50 year old substation located on the powerhouse roof of the Waneta Generating Station located in the southern interior of British Columbia, Canada. The development of the new substation faced a number of challenges including limited area for development, a limited time frame for completion and coordination of equipment supply from three different manufacturers who were providing equipment engineering, manufacturing, and testing, from 8 different facilities located in 5 different countries around the world. Through careful engineering, strong project management and the selection of appropriate leading edge technologies including the use of gas insulated switchgear and an IEC 61850 based control and protection system, the project succeeded in overcoming the challenges and delivering a state of the art substation on time and on budget.

For more information on the project and the IEC 61850 control and protection system, click here.

Teshmont Consultants have mobilized a team of engineers to Teck Cominco's new Waneta Hydro Station to manage and carry out the testing and commissioning of the new 230/63 kV substation. Testing which will take place from June to September of this year includes the testing of a new state of the art IEC 61850 based protection and control system utilizing a new Doble 6150 power system simulator.

The station is schedule for first energization in early September with final commissioning taking place in November.

Teshmont Consultants LP, together with AMEC Americas Limited, will provide EPCM services for Teck Cominco’s new 63/230 kV Waneta Hydro Substation to be located adjacent to the Waneta Generating Station on the Pend d'Oreille river in British Columbia, Canada.

The new substation, which will replace the aging substation on the powerhose roof, will consist of 11 bays of indoor 63 kV Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS), two 63/230 kV transformers and 3 bays of 230 kV Air Insulated Switchgear (AIS). Teshmont’s role in the project will include the preparation of the station single line diagrams, equipment specifications as well as complete design of the new substation automation system including integrated protection, control, metering and SCADA subsystems using IEC 61850.

“After the success we had working on the Emerald Switching Station Project, we are very pleased to be back working on this next phase of Teck Cominco's power system development” says Teshmont Project Manager Ralph Kurth. “This project includes a number of interesting design elements from the indoor GIS to the fully integrated and networked automation system using a state of the art IEC 61850 based design. We are looking forward to another great project!”

Construction on the project is scheduled to begin later this year with in service forecasted for September 2007.

Teshmont Consultants LP is a world leader in the provision of engineering services for high voltage AC and DC power transmission systems. For more information on this project, please contact

Teshmont Consultants LP, as part of a team with Valard Construction Limited of Grande Prairie, Alberta, has been selected to provide engineering services to bring power to the Victor Mine in Northern Ontario, owned and operated by De Beers Canada Limited. The project includes the installation of approximately 450 km of single circuit 115 kV transmission line as well as modifications to existing substations owned by Five Nations Energy Inc. located along the planned transmission route. Teshmont's role will be to provide the engineering design and support required to construct and commission the new line sections and substation modifications.

"Teshmont has been very fortunate to work with many mining and resource companies such as De Beers in recent years." says Teshmont Project Manager Rob Henderson. "We are very pleased to have been selected to provide the engineering services for this very important project."

Teshmont Consultants LP is a world leader in the provision of engineering services for high voltage AC and DC power transmission systems.

Teshmont Consultants LP will be presenting a paper on the redevelopment of the 63 kV power system in the Kootenay Valley located in the southern interior of British Columbia, Canada. The project involved ugrades and improvements to a number of systems including the modernization of independant power generating and tranmission facilities for a large industrial plant located in the region.

Teshmont Consultants LP will be at DistribuTECH 2005, the utility industry's leading information technology and automation conference being held in San Diego, California from January 25 - 27, 2005. This exhibition and conference will feature some of the latest innovations and service offerings from over 200 companies for utility automation.

Stop by the Teshmont booth (#1905) to see some of the latest technologies we are utilizing and projects we are working on. We'd be glad to discuss with you how we can help you with your substation automation needs.

Teshmont will also be presenting a paper on the Design, Implementation and Commissioning of a Remedial Action Scheme on the morning conference session of Wednesday, January 26. Come and hear about this unique and very interesting project!

If you require tickets for the show, please email to request your passes.

Teshmont Consultants LP is pleased to announce a joint project with Manitoba Hydro consisting of a comprehensive multi-year program to document critical performance, modeling, manufacturing and maintenance information for all of the generators in the Manitoba Hydro electrical system. The project includes the establishment of a generator testing and data analysis program to verify the accuracy of generator models used in dynamic analysis tools and to produce reports suitable for submission to NERC/MAPP. As well, another key component of the project is the development of a comprehensive data management system to provide a user friendly, web-based, centralized system for the storage, processing and management of all Manitoba Hydro’s generator related information.

“The verification of generator performance characteristics is critical in ensuring that the dynamic simulation models used by engineers are accurate," says Teshmont Project Manager Ralph Kurth. "These models are vital for helping to maintain the high reliability required of today’s modern electrical systems. We look forward to working with Manitoba Hydro on this project.”

For more information on this project, please contact

Teshmont Consultants LP is a world leader in the provision of engineering services for high voltage AC and DC power transmission systems

Teshmont is pleased to announce the launch of their new website at www.teshmont.com, designed to address the needs of current and potential clients.

This new interactive site provides information about Teshmont including services offered and profiles of some of the projects worked on. A new feature incorporated into the site, is a secure business portal for client use. This portal provides clients with secure up-to-date access to key project information and can be tailored to individual client needs!

For more information on the new site, please contact