What Automatisation JRT does

Automatisation JRT Inc. is a privately held Quebec-based industrial automation integrator founded in 1984, organized into four operating divisions: Elevator, Industrial, Water Treatment, and Software/Sales & Distribution. The company designs and manufactures non-proprietary elevator controllers (AL•Go, JVF, JHD, JEC series), custom and volume control panels (1,200+ panels per year, CSA/UL/CE certified), SCADA/telemetry systems for municipal water and wastewater treatment (350+ municipalities served), and a proprietary software portfolio including the J-MON Web monitoring platform (2,000+ installations), AL•Bert neural network-based elevator dispatch, Multipli-Soft, Hubserve, Multipli-Cité telemanagement, Echo-Logic, and Pompomax. Its underlying technology is built on industrial PLCs, microprocessor controllers, and robotic integration, with a deliberate non-proprietary architecture that allows customers to source parts independently.

The company's revenue model combines hardware sales (control panels, elevator controllers, robotic cells), authorized distribution of 25+ major industrial automation brands (Omron, ABB, Eaton, IFM, Weidmuller, Robotiq, Nidec, Magnetek, Nordson and others) acting as a value-added reseller with integrator-level advisory, professional services for custom robotics integration and software development, and recurring software/maintenance revenue from monitoring platforms. Go-to-market is sales-led via direct field sales from its Quebec headquarters (1255 Rue du Blizzard) and Montreal office (Anjou), supported by technical sales representatives, an authorized distributor network, industry events, and a digital presence on LinkedIn and YouTube. Pricing is quote-based across all product lines.

JRT's customers span government transit (New York Transit Authority), energy (Hydro-Quebec), commercial real estate and landmarks (Burj Khalifa, BMO Center, Nova Center), sports/entertainment venues (Stade Olympique, Centre Videotron), hospitality/gaming (Casino de Montreal, Casino du Lac Leamy), and over 350 municipalities for water treatment. The firm employs 130+ people at its Quebec headquarters, has no disclosed parent company, no institutional investors, no public listings, and no M&A activity in the available record; leadership consists of President Luc Hébert and Vice Presidents Rémi Rodrigue (Elevator) and Stephan Côté (Industrial), with divisional directors for Finance, Sales, Water Treatment, Software, and HR.

Name

Automatisation JRT

Legal name

Automatisation JRT Inc.

Website

https://jrtinc.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Automatisation JRT Inc. is a Quebec-based industrial automation integrator (founded 1984) designing non-proprietary elevator controllers, custom control panels, water treatment SCADA systems, and proprietary monitoring software for municipalities, transit, real estate, and industrial clients across Canada and internationally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Automation Equipment and Control Systems

NAICS

Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables (334513), Elevator and Moving Stairway Manufacturing (333921), Other General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing (3339)

SIC

Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), General Industrial Machinery & Equipment (3560)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial Controllers & Control Systems (PLCs, PACs, CNC Controllers) (IMAHAHAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Industrial Automation Software (SCADA, HMI, MES, Historian) (IMAHAHAJ), Motion & Machine Control (CNC, Robotics Controllers, Servo/Motion Controllers) (IMAGABAG)

Keywords

• Industrial automation systems
• Elevator controllers
• Control panel manufacturing
• Water treatment automation
• Robotics integration

Headquarters

HQ city

Quebec

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Elevator Controllers and Related Products: Design, manufacture, and sale of non-proprietary elevator controllers including traction, hydraulic, and escalator systems; call dispatch systems; load-weighing devices; emergency power supplies; and monitoring software (J-MON Web). Since 1985, this has been the company's most important business segment.
2. Industrial Control Panels: Custom and volume manufacturing of control panels for industrial, municipal, and elevator markets. Over 1,200 panels delivered annually. CSA, UL, and CE certified for international projects.
3. Robotics Integration: Custom robotic integration services including cell design, safety systems, vision integration, servo motion control, and mobile robot deployment for industrial applications across wood processing, pharmaceutical, packaging, and warehouse sectors.
4. Water Treatment Systems: Design and integration of water and wastewater treatment automation systems including control panels, telemetry, SCADA, Echo-Logic intelligent recorders, Pompomax boosters, and Multipli-Cite telemanagement. Serves over 350 municipalities.
5. Sales and Distribution: Authorized distributor of more than 25 major industrial automation brands (Omron, ABB, Eaton, IFM, etc.). Revenue generated from resale of automation components, PLCs, drives, sensors, and related products with integrator-level technical advisory.
6. Custom Software Development: Bespoke software development for industrial data acquisition, process control, and monitoring applications. Built on a proprietary platform enabling optimization of development quality and integration with existing ERP and MRP solutions.
7. Lamicoid (Nameplate) Production: Production of industrial nameplates (lamicoids) as part of the sales and distribution division.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Automatisation JRT designs and manufactures non-proprietary elevator controllers (traction, hydraulic, escalator) and custom industrial control panels, delivering over 1,200 panels annually. The company also integrates automation systems — including SCADA/telemetry, robotics, and water treatment controls — across the elevator, industrial, municipal, and furniture manufacturing sectors. It additionally operates as an authorized distributor for more than 25 industrial automation brands, providing integrator-level technical advisory alongside its own proprietary software (J-MON Web, Multipli-Soft, Hubserve, Multipli-Cité, AL•Bert, AL•Fred).

Product overview

Automatisation JRT is a Quebec-based automation and control systems integrator founded in 1984, operating as a unified platform organized into four divisions: Elevator, Industrial, Water Treatment, and Software. The company specializes in non-proprietary controllers built with industrial programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and microprocessor-based systems. The Elevator division offers traction controllers (AL•Go, JVF series), hydraulic controllers (JHD series), escalator controllers (JEC series), the JMON Web monitoring software, and AL•Bert neural network-based call dispatch system. The Industrial division provides custom control panels, robotics integration, the Link Solutions suite for furniture manufacturing, automated warehouse systems, Multipli-Soft monitoring software, and Hubserve performance visualization. The Water Treatment division delivers Echo-Logic recorders, Pompomax boosters, and Multipli-Cité telemanagement systems. The Software division supports custom development and integration with existing ERP/MRP systems. Products are distributed through a network of authorized distributors with international certifications (CSA, UL, CE).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• JMON Web: Elevator and escalator remote monitoring and supervision software system.
• AL•Bert
• AL•Fred
• Multipli-Soft
• Hubserve
• Link
• Echo-Logic
• Pompomax
• Multipli-Cité

Products and services

• AL•Go Series Elevator Controller Non-proprietary PLC-based traction elevator controller for AC/DC motors with closed-loop position control, designed for non-proprietary maintenance by third-party technicians. Targets elevator contractors and building owners.
• JVF Series Elevator Controller Traction elevator controller for AC motors built on industrial PLCs, supporting Nidec, Magnetek, and Keb speed variators. For elevator contractors and building owners.
• JHD Series Hydraulic Elevator Controller Non-proprietary hydraulic elevator controller available in PLC-based (JHD-1000) and microprocessor-based economic (JHD-2000) configurations. For elevator contractors and building owners.
• JEC Series Escalator Controller Non-proprietary PLC-based escalator controller for AC motors with bilingual LCD operator screen and energy-saving VVVF speed variation. For commercial properties and transit facilities.
• J-MON Web Monitoring Software Web-based monitoring system for elevators and escalators with multi-user web and mobile access, alarm management, reporting, analytics, event replay, and cloud or local server deployment. Integrates SCADA, control, and telemetry. For building owners, elevator contractors, and facility managers.
• AL•Bert Call Dispatch System Elevator call dispatch system using advanced neural network technology to optimize allocation, reduce energy consumption, and improve passenger experience. Supports up to 10 elevators. For mid-to-high-rise building operators.
• Micelect Load Weighing Device Intelligent load weighing devices (SPB and WR models) for elevator cabins that automatically calibrate, preload speed controllers, and integrate with J-MON software. For elevator contractors.
• Emergency Power Supply Systems Emergency power systems for elevator rescue operations including automatic rescue systems for geared and gearless traction machines, brake pulse systems for gearless machines, and hydraulic machine rescue systems. For elevator contractors and building owners.
• JLL LULA Elevator Controller Non-proprietary microprocessor-based controller for limited-use LULA hydraulic elevators. For accessibility and small commercial applications.
• JML Hydraulic Material Lift Controller Non-proprietary relay logic controller for hydraulic material lifts with easy maintenance via locally available parts. For industrial and commercial material handling.
• JDW Traction Dumbwaiter Controller Non-proprietary controller for traction dumbwaiters/material lifts available in relay logic (120V AC) or PLC configurations with magnetic cam, selector tape, or other positioning systems. For restaurants, libraries, and industrial facilities.
• JHA Accessibility Lift Controller Non-proprietary relay logic controller for accessibility lifts for people with disabilities, with manual and automatic operation modes. For institutional and public buildings.
• JRD Residential Elevator Controller Non-proprietary relay logic controller for private residential elevators, designed for easy maintenance with locally available components. For residential elevator contractors and homeowners.
• Custom Control Panel Manufacturing Custom and volume manufacturing of control panels for industrial, municipal, and elevator markets. Over 1,200 panels delivered annually by 50+ technicians, with CSA, UL, and CE certifications for international projects. For manufacturers, system integrators, and municipal operators.
• Industrial Robotics Integration Custom robotic integration services including cell design, safety systems, vision integration, servo motion control, and mobile robot deployment for wood processing, pharmaceutical/biomedical, packaging/palletizing, and intelligent warehouse applications. For industrial manufacturers.
• Link Solutions for Furniture Manufacturing Integrated automation solutions for furniture factories including edge-on-demand adhesive application (with Nordson), Print & Apply labeling, manipulators, Pick-to-Light systems, automated squaring arms, conveyor and sorting management, traceability, and intelligent warehouse management. For furniture manufacturers.
• Automated Warehouse Management System Intelligent warehouse automation system for optimizing storage, inventory management, and logistics processes. For manufacturers, distributors, and 3PL operators.
• Multipli-Soft Monitoring Software 100% Quebec-made monitoring and telemanagement software with data acquisition, designed for custom client needs and integration with existing ERP and MRP systems. For industrial operators and manufacturers.
• Hubserve Machine Performance Software Software for visualization, control, and centralization of telemetry points connected in a factory, accessible locally or remotely across multiple platforms for machine park performance monitoring. For industrial operators.
• Echo-Logic Intelligent Recorder Versatile and easy-to-use intelligent recorder for sampling processes in water treatment applications. For municipal water treatment operators.
• Pompomax Booster Station System Autonomous optimal solution for suppression and distribution stations using proprietary technology for water treatment processes. For municipal and industrial water treatment operators.
• Multipli-Cité Telemanagement System Telemanagement solution for water and wastewater treatment offering reliable, flexible, and intuitive supervision with SCADA, control, and telemetry integration. For municipalities and water utilities.
• Lamicoid Nameplate Production Production of industrial nameplates (lamicoids) for industrial identification and labeling needs. For panel builders and industrial operators.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 2,000 successful J-MON Web installations
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature10 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• OmroncoreTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized distributor of Omron industrial automation products including programmable logic controllers and related automation components. Omron is one of the most prominent brands in JRT's distribution portfolio.
• ABB (Drive Products & Control Products)coreTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized distributor of ABB drive products and low-voltage control and motor protection products. ABB products are used in JRT's control panel manufacturing and industrial automation projects.
• Eaton (Powering Business Worldwide & Bussman Series)coreTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized distributor of Eaton power management products and Bussman Series fuses and circuit protection components for industrial control panels.
• NordsoncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Nordson to integrate Edge-on-Demand adhesive application technology into JRT's Link Solutions for furniture manufacturing. This technology intelligently compensates adhesive volume, eliminating excess air and adhesive during width changes for flawless first-panel quality.
• Omron, Allen-Bradley, ABB, Eaton, GE (and others)coreTechnology or IntegrationWater treatment division technicians and engineers work extensively with major manufacturers including Omron, Allen-Bradley, ABB, Eaton, and GE for control panel and system integration projects in water and wastewater treatment applications.
• Nidec (E300)coreTechnology or IntegrationNidec E300 variable frequency drives are a standard speed reducer option in the AL-Go traction elevator controller series.
• Magnetek (M1000) and DSD412coreTechnology or IntegrationMagnetek M1000 and DSD412 drives are listed as standard speed reducer options for the AL-Go traction elevator controller series.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• GAL Manufacturing Corporation: GAL Manufacturing is a US-based elevator controller manufacturer producing the GALaxy controller family and related modernization equipment. It is a direct competitor to JRT's non-proprietary elevator controller lines (AL•Go, JVF, JHD, JEC) targeting the same building owner and elevator contractor base in North America.
• Motion Control Engineering (MCE): MCE designs and manufactures non-proprietary elevator controllers, drives, and dispatch systems for traction and hydraulic elevators. It overlaps directly with JRT's elevator division on PLC-based controllers and modernization kits sold to elevator contractors and building owners.
• Engineered Controls Inc. (ECI): ECI builds elevator controls and dispatch products with a focus on modernization of existing installations. Like JRT, it competes on non-proprietary, contractor-friendly elevator control electronics in the North American modernization market.

Broad incumbents

• Schneider Electric: Schneider Electric is a global industrial automation and building management incumbent offering PLCs, drives, SCADA, and building automation that overlap with JRT's controller, panel, and SCADA offerings. It competes broadly across all four of JRT's divisions as a much larger, multi-product supplier.
• Rockwell Automation: Rockwell Automation is a major industrial automation incumbent whose Allen-Bradley PLCs, drives, and FactoryTalk software are explicitly used by JRT in water-treatment and industrial projects. It competes as a platform supplier and integrator partner for the same industrial customer base.
• Siemens: Siemens provides SIMATIC PLCs, motion control, SCADA, and building automation products that overlap with JRT's controller, drive, and SCADA portfolios. Its Smart Infrastructure division also addresses elevator and building monitoring markets where JRT sells J-MON Web.
• ABB: ABB supplies drives, PLCs, and low-voltage motor control products that JRT both resells and integrates into its own panels and controllers. As a global automation incumbent, ABB competes for the same industrial and infrastructure customers across elevator, water, and general automation.
• Honeywell Building Technologies: Honeywell Building Technologies offers building automation, BMS, and elevator monitoring solutions that overlap with JRT's elevator controller and J-MON Web monitoring business. It is a larger incumbent serving commercial real estate and facility management customers.
• Johnson Controls: Johnson Controls is a broad building automation and HVAC incumbent with significant elevator service exposure. Its Metasys and OpenBlue platforms compete with J-MON Web and JRT's elevator controller offerings, especially in commercial real estate accounts.

Regional players

• AutomaTech RI inc. AutomaTech is a Quebec-based industrial automation distributor and integrator carrying competing PLC, drive, and SCADA brands. It is a regional peer to JRT's distribution and industrial integration business within the same Quebec/Candian market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@automatisationjrtinc
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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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