Welcome to Dalrene Farms
Nichols Electric • April 9, 2021
📍 New Norway, Alberta
The Flint family has been farming in New Norway since 1905. Dalrene Farms began raising purebred Black Angus in 1932, making their herd one of the four oldest in Canada.
In 1976, John Flint took over the farm's operations. Dalrene Farms holds the moniker of both his grandfather and father’s middle name. John continues their farming legacy today, shipping Dalrene Angus all over the world.
John contracted us to design and build a personalized agricultural solution, including a dual source electrical system to power his grain drying and handling system via 3 phase generation and a 24-hour LED lighting system utilizing utility power. We built a custom NEMA 3R distribution system and control panel, as well as integrating WEG Motors and Controls throughout the project for peak efficiency and reliability.
There are a lot of uncertainties in agribusiness. One thing farmers shouldn’t have to worry about is power. John has a Black Angus herd and a family legacy to focus on. And we’re focussed on providing Dalrene Farms with the power to grow.
This was quite an elaborate project, setting up this big dryer and lighting system. Nichols Electric did a tremendous job. I'd recommend them…We’re a farm but it was basically a commercial job. It was top notch and everything was right up to specs.
- John Flint, Owner, Dalrene Farms
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