In Quebec’s thriving local manufacturing sector, precision and reliability are the industry standard. As this sector only continues to grow with the possibilities brought about by innovation, digitization and an expert pool of talent, many buyers are starting to rely on local shops to fulfill their unique industrial manufacturing needs.

Groupe SF, located in La Prairie, is a shining example of such a local manufacturer. The shop believes that quality and customer satisfaction are of the utmost importance-- with the shop’s motto being “Quality, our priority.” Their numerous manufacturing certifications back that motto : CWB Division II and RBQ/ASME B31.1/B.31.3 high-pressure welding, to name a few. Further, a wealth of past clients happily provided beaming reviews of their experience collaborating with Groupe SF.

The shop’s clientele includes businesses across the aluminum, steel, mining, pulp and paper and cement manufacturing industries, among others. They are uniquely suited to partnering up with OEMs that do not fabricate in-house, for all their manufacturing needs. Groupe SF’s ability to deliver on a wide array of client requests has garnered the shop a customer base spanning across Canada and the United States-- a feat made even more impressive upon witnessing the scale and scope of some of the shop’s completed projects. They specialize in custom-made projects with the most common examples being high-pressure industrial piping, medium to large-size steel structures, chimneys, silos, frames and tanks, and miscellaneous steel fabrication (e,.g,: wear plates, special alloys).

Example Project: 40” Venturi/Flow Meter

The company provides their clients with solutions on both a contract/RFQ (e.g. industrial equipment designers who do not manufacture in-house) and a day-to-day operations basis (e.g. equipment maintenance, mechanical assembly). Groupe SF offers turnkey solutions, with the ability to conceive, fabricate and install solutions directly in customers’ factories. This service ensures that their customers minimize the headaches that come with complex projects by letting Groupe SF handle all aspects of the project.

Building on a solid foundation

Groupe SF’s growing client base and meticulous attention to production quality can be credited to the company’s leadership team and network of knowledgeable business partners. Led by Philippe Gervais and Marc Dassylva, the company is well-supported by the duo’s over 40 years of combined experience in management and industrial manufacturing. While Mr. Gervais comes from a background in strategic management and business administration, Mr. Dassylva possesses nearly three decades of knowledge in machining, repair, welding and industrial maintenance-- experiences which have helped the team strategically develop a competitive edge as a custom steel manufacturer.

Groupe SF is part of Barsatech Industrial Group-- a network of Canadian companies specializing in repairing, refurbishing and manufacturing industrial parts. As a member of this network, Groupe SF can easily collaborate with partner companies that deal with numerous specialty services (e.g.: valve repair and distribution, plastic manufacturing, machining) for the industrial sector. This network further establishes the company as a qualified supplier for a wide variety of turnkey projects and ensures that customers can receive service from the best in the industry for each unique project.

Example Project: Industrial furnace housing

Delivering high-quality results to customers

Thanks to Groupe SF’s vast array of capabilities, expert leadership team and strong support network, a growing number of buyers continue to seek out the shop’s assistance with new manufacturing projects. The company currently leverages the Axya platform to seek out even more unique opportunities to provide top-of-the-line solutions to local companies and grow their network of business partners.

Example Project: Industrial furnace piping

The company’s prior success with customers has only grown since joining Axya as a supplier. Numerous Axya buyers have selected to partner with Groupe SF for projects such as valve repairs, pipe manufacturing, mechanical installations and more. Several buyers have chosen the shop for recurring manufacturing requests due to their positive initial experiences.

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Customers who opt to work with Groupe SF have reported high satisfaction rates on projects with complex industrial needs-- a feat that requires immense attention to detail and effective communication with customers throughout the production process. As leaders in their various industries, these buyers were drawn to the Groupe SF due to the shop’s vast prior experience and soon found a long-term manufacturing partner capable of delivering high-quality results on strict deadlines.

Groupe SF truly stands out from the crowd in both capabilities and leadership. Despite being able to take on some of the industry’s most complex manufacturing projects, the shop’s team never fails to approach each new challenge with curiosity, drive and a sincere approach to customer communication-- all signs that Groupe SF is ready to continue setting the industry standard for years to come.

To contact Philippe you can email him at pgervais@miffinc.com, call him at 450.619.9292 or visit his Axya profile for more information.