Energy has a major impact on every food processing plant. It influences quality, stability, production and operating costs. At Soteck Clauger, we’ve learned that air, cold and energy form an inseparable whole.
Together, we master these elements to create high-performance, stable and economical environments.
Our approach goes beyond technical engineering. We also offer comprehensive financial engineering, a rarity on the market. We accompany our customers from technical calculation to total financing. We help them obtain subsidies and build solid financial models. This approach facilitates the realization of projects.
An energy reality thataffects all plants
Agri-food plants consume a lot of energy. This sector is one of the most demanding in Quebec and across Canada. We often observe the same issues:
- systems that run continuously,
- very high hygiene standards,
- significant load variations,
- undetected heat loss,
- lack of control over airflow.
These constraints weigh heavily on profitability and teams. They sometimes lead to quality problems, rejects, or process variations. We see these situations every week.
We have solutions to correct them.
Why do air, cold and automation change everything?
In a factory, every airflow and heat transfer influences everything else. A single drift can destabilize an entire line. Energy is often lost in places we don’t think to look. We have developed an approach that brings together three major levers: air, refrigeration and automation.
Industrial ventilation and hygienic air treatment
Ventilation plays a key role. Poor air management can create :
- over-consumption,
- condensation,
- variations in humidity,
- contamination risks,
- massive heat loss.
We design systems to protect your critical areas. We adjust air flows to your needs. We stabilize your environments and reduce your losses. Our experience shows that a well-designed air system can significantly reduce overall consumption. It also improves food quality and safety.
Industrial refrigeration and heat recovery
Refrigeration has a major impact on operating costs. Refrigeration units often operate at full capacity, even when production varies. We optimize every link in the system. We focus on :
- high-performance natural refrigerants,
- heat recovery adapted to your processes,
- adjustments that respect production continuity,
- reduced losses on existing networks.
Many factories still release a large proportion of their energy into the atmosphere. We transform this waste into useful resources. This approach significantly reduces costs and limits environmental impact.
Automation and intelligent control
Automation plays an essential role. Even the best equipment loses its effectiveness if it is not properly controlled.
We integrate control systems that :
- adjust airflow rates,
- stabilize temperatures and humidity
- that optimize cooling,
- detect drifts,
- reduce invisible waste,
- document their energy performance.
Modern control allows continuous energy monitoring. It provides a clear view of the actual state of the plant. We use this information to optimize every stage of your production.
An integrated vision of your plant as a living whole
We never look at equipment in isolation. We always analyze the interactions between air, cold, production, processes and energy.
We see the plant as a living ecosystem.
This global vision often reveals unseen savings potential. It also provides a more precise framework for technical decisions and investment priorities.
A structured approach to generate measurable results
Our method is based on five simple steps. They enable you to target a precise return on investment, without slowing down your operations. They ensure technical and financial consistency.
- Initial diagnosis: We assess your installations. We identify sources of loss. We take field measurements. We observe your processes and constraints.
- Detailed analysis: We simulate your energy scenarios. We determine potential gains. We assess payback potential. We define priority actions in a clear plan.
- Design and planning: We prepare solutions tailored to your reality. We validate the mechanical, thermal and electrical aspects. We integrate potential subsidies.
- Implementation: Our team takes care of the installation. We coordinate the work without disrupting your production. We validate every parameter before commissioning.
- Monitoring, adjustment and optimization: We check actual performance. We adjust settings. We document gains. We give you a clear view of the situation and indicators over time.
What energy efficiency can do for your plant
When air, cold and automation work together, the results are visible. You get :
- less energy consumption,
- more stable, better-controlled air,
- more stable production,
- less waste and condensation,
- better final quality,
- a net reduction in operating costs,
- more resilience for your teams.
And these results add up, month after month.
Why does our approach work?
Our value comes from what we’ve been doing for over 30 years in Quebec and 50 years in Europe. We work every day in demanding environments. We understand the realities on the ground.
We know that energy performance must be combined with :
- stability,
- hygiene,
- quality,
- production continuity.
We deliver solutions that meet your requirements and deadlines.
Our dual expertise in technical engineering and financial engineering creates unique value. It ensures total consistency between technical decisions, budgets and actual performance.
We are an implementation company. We create, install, adjust and service. This integration ensures a consistency that few companies can offer. It guarantees concrete, measurable and lasting results.
Your project, our complete performance guarantee: zero risk, measurable results
Worried about investing in energy efficiency? Of course you are. Costs can soar. Delays get longer. Promised savings never materialize.
We eliminate these risks. Completely.
Our contractual performance guarantee covers 5 critical aspects of your project:
- Guaranteed energy savings
- Controlled budget
- Deadlines met
- Maximized subsidies
- Integration with minimum disruption
What makes our guarantee unique
Unlike traditional firms that disappear after the design phase, we remain your partner. From
- IPMVP protocol: our savings are measured by an independent third party.
- MyPortal3E platform: you can track your results 24/7 on our ISO 50001-certified system.
- Written commitment: everything is formalized contractually, with no grey areas.
Our team will visit your plant. We install intelligent sensors. These data become the concrete proof of your savings. They also feed into your grant applications and ESG reports.
This approach transforms an uncertain expense into a guaranteed profitable asset.
Our warranty covers more than just numbers. It also covers your peace of mind. We become your external refrigeration and energy efficiency department. A single point of contact. Comprehensive expertise. Verified results.
We transform air, heat and energy into sustainable performance.
Our teams work in factories every day. We observe production challenges. We understand cost pressures and hygiene issues. We know that every plant is unique. That’s why we tailor our solutions to your reality.
Our mission is simple:
We transform air, heat and energy into sustainable performance for our customers.
We are convinced that energy efficiency can (and definitely will) become a competitive advantage, because :
- It projects a positive image of your environmental challenges.
- It protects your margins.
- It enhances your environments.
- It strengthens your resilience.
- It supports your teams on a daily basis.
And above all: It gives you a head start in a sector where stability and performance make all the difference.
Your energy performance starts with an initial analysis.
We’re convinced that every plant deserves a fresh look at its consumption. A simple diagnosis often reveals significant savings.
That’s why we offer a flash energy auditdirectly linked to your air and cooling systems. It allows you to quickly identify your priorities. It gives you a clear vision of the potential gains. And we present you with our audit report in 2 weeks.
Last but not least: our audits are free of charge and without obligation.
So if you’re looking to cut costs and stabilize your environments, we’d be happy to assess your situation.