Our founders start working on the same projects

 The foundation of MICA Controls began when founders Rob Mitchell and Chris Caso-Rohland first collaborated on industry projects. They initially met at an industrial plant, where Rob was specifying transmitters and Chris was completing a facility tour. Navigating an industry with a significant generational gap, they quickly bonded with a close-knit group of young professionals across multiple departments. This shared experience laid the groundwork for a strong friendship and a lasting business partnership.

They are hired at the same companies

 Chris and Rob collaborated in leadership roles across several organizations. Chris drove sales and business development, utilizing his engineering background to act as a systems and product specialist. To complement this, Rob directed the engineering division, overseeing project execution and successfully implementing the proposed technical solutions. Recognizing the strength of their combined expertise, the two industry professionals decided to establish their own company. 

MICA Controls is born.

MICA Controls was founded with a clear vision: to deliver exceptional technical solutions driven by practical implementation experience. In our early years, we focused on providing tailored solutions using the specialized products we represented, always ensuring the best possible outcome for our clients.

Our founders, Rob and Chris, brought extensive real-world expertise to the table. Their backgrounds spanned a diverse range of operational environments, from complex petrochemical facilities down to small well sites and lift stations. This deep understanding of field operations, coupled with a strong focus on process safety, quickly set us apart in the industry.

Our first HIPPS project

for a  Steam-Assisted Gravity Drainage (SAGD) facility.

As MICA's reputation grew, we established a definitive engineering niche in advanced safety systems. Customers recognized the value of our specialized knowledge and increasingly turned to MICA Controls not just for product procurement, but for trusted, expert guidance in High Integrity Pressure Protection Systems (HIPPS) and Burner Management Systems (BMS). 

Our first gas HIPPS commission & first BMS design for large reformers

Carbon Capture & Storage (CSS) project at a refinery, utilizing IEC 61511 to prove compliance to CSA B149.3.

Our Victoria, BC office is opened.

 The opening of our Victoria, BC office marked the beginning of our nationwide expansion. This milestone was quickly followed by the establishment of our Ontario location, allowing us to build a dedicated team of professionals spanning across Canada. As our national presence grew, we continuously evolved our engineering solutions to confidently meet the unique and diverse needs of our clients in both British Columbia and Ontario.

MICA starts adopting more virtual tools.

MICA began adopting virtual tools to improve collaboration with both employees and customers, including conducting meetings online and expanding remote ways of working. This early shift to virtual operations positioned the company to navigate the COVID-19 shutdowns with minimal disruption, while maintaining strong communication and continuity of service.

Throughout this period, MICA remained focused on supporting critical safety systems and keeping remote monitoring and cybersecurity a top priority.

Our first steam-driven process turbine HIPPS commission

The Formation of MICA Technologies

To better serve our clients and optimize our technical expertise, MICA strategically evolved into two specialized entities. MICA Controls retained its core focus on delivering premium engineering solutions and comprehensive project execution. Simultaneously, MICA Technologies was established to spearhead and expand our industrial product distribution network—focusing on automation, control, networking, and combustion products across Canada. This structural evolution ensures both divisions operate with focused expertise, providing highly targeted, industry-leading support to our partners nationwide.

We continue to evolve.

As MICA Technologies continues to grow, we are focused on providing industry-leading automation, networking, and combustion technologies supported by the engineering expertise our customers depend on. By combining best-in-class products with practical application knowledge, we help organizations implement reliable, secure, and future-ready industrial solutions that improve performance and simplify integration.