abrasive blasting, tank linings, epoxy coatings, plural component urethanes, and industrial floor coatings. Their clients encompass a range of industry sectors, including oil and gas, petrochemical, nuclear, mining, marine, forestry, manufacturing, food, and heavy civil. They still support day-to-day-maintenance programs, but the majority of their work has become major projects. The company’s geographic reach has also become expanded over the years – though headquartered in Saint John, the company now services clients throughout Atlantic Canada and beyond, with a track record that includes projects in Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick, and as far as Saskatchewan. According to both Terry and Mackenzie, clients all across the country tend to choose Kelson & Kelson for the same few reasons. One of those reasons is their unique ability to problem solve. “I think we approach projects differently,” Mackenzie explains. “We offer a lot of out-ofthe-box solutions. When we approach different projects, we pull the team together and think about how we can do it to maybe save the money, speed things up.” As an example, he cites their use of robotics for lead abatement and surface prep. The team engineered an in-house robotic system for highrisk abatement that recycles water, significantly MARCH 2026
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