What Groupe Cfr does

Groupe CFR (legal entity Conception Fabrication Robotique (CFR) inc.) is a family-owned Canadian industrial automation and robotics integrator headquartered in Sainte-Claire, Quebec. Founded in 1997 by Mario Langlois and reorganized under its current legal name in 2012 through the merger of three operating entities, the company designs, manufactures, and integrates custom equipment for industrial manufacturing and agri-food processing customers. Its product portfolio spans three categories: washing and disinfection systems (jet washing, ultrasonic cleaning, industrial washing, UV cabinets, and the Pulveri-T disinfection tunnel); automation and robotics (robotic welding cells, BeamCut plasma cutting cells, automated sanding cells, custom-designed robotic cells, agri-food equipment, custom material-handling equipment, and CSA-certified control panels); and industrial maintenance services covering PLC and robot programming, equipment repair, optimization, and TIG welding. Underlying technology combines FANUC-authorized robotic integration with proprietary IP such as the Pulveri-T vortex-spray sanitization architecture, ultrasonic meat-hook cleaning systems for abattoirs, and AI-enabled computer vision for in-cell quality control.

The company's go-to-market is sales-led B2B, with direct engagement by a technical sales team targeting enterprise manufacturers and agri-food processors, supplemented by three distribution partnerships (Lincoln Electric for robotic welding globally, Xuclà for industrial washing in Europe, and Humani-T Solutions for Pulveri-T sanitization). Pricing is quote-based and project-specific with multi-year contracts, reflecting the custom-engineering nature of the work; revenue streams include one-time equipment sales and recurring professional services from integration and maintenance. Certifications (ISO 9001:2015, CWB 47.1, CSA, FANUC authorized integrator) underpin eligibility for regulated industrial and government RFPs.

Groupe CFR operates from a single manufacturing facility in the Chaudière-Appalaches region roughly 30 minutes from Quebec City, employing 40+ multidisciplinary staff. The company has expanded from a Quebec-domestic base into the United States and the Netherlands since 2022, with second-generation family leadership (Samuel Langlois, son of the founder) in place since 2017. It serves enterprise customers in forestry equipment manufacturing (Quadco INC), hydraulic equipment manufacturing (VicRoc), and broader agri-food and industrial sectors, with documented customer outcomes of 15-20% production increases and 4-5 hours of autonomous operation per robotic cell.

Name

Groupe Cfr

Legal name

Conception Fabrication Robotique (CFR) inc.

Website

https://cfr-qc.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Groupe CFR is a Quebec-based, family-owned industrial automation and robotics integrator that designs, manufactures, and integrates custom robotic cells, washing and disinfection equipment, and control panels for manufacturing and agri-food enterprises across North America and Europe.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Automation Equipment

NAICS

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing (3332), Food Product Machinery Manufacturing (333241), Machinery Manufacturing (333)

SIC

Special Industry Machinery, Nec (3559), General Industrial Machinery & Equipment (3560), Electrical Industrial Apparatus (3620)

akta.pro primary industry

Factory Automation Cells & Integrated Systems (Assembly, Welding, Painting Lines) (IMAHAHAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Industrial Control Panels & Enclosures (Panel Building, MCCs, Integration) (IMAGABAJ), Conveying, Feeding & Accumulation Systems (Packaging Lines) (IMAHAOAK)

Keywords

• Industrial automation equipment
• Robotic cell integration
• Ultrasonic cleaning systems
• Agri-food processing equipment
• Industrial maintenance services

Headquarters

HQ city

Sainte-claire

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Custom Equipment Manufacturing and Sales: Design, manufacture, and sale of custom automated equipment and robotic cells tailored to specific client manufacturing needs
2. Industrial Integration Services: Engineering, automation of production lines, integration of robotic solutions, and turnkey project delivery
3. Industrial Maintenance Services: Repair and optimization of automated equipment, PLC programming, robot programming, welding services, and mechanical/electrical engineering support
4. Control Panel Manufacturing: CSA-certified control panel assembly, component selection, electrical plans, and custom enclosure fabrication

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

Groupe CFR designs, manufactures, and integrates custom industrial automation equipment, including robotic cells for plasma cutting, welding, and sanding, ultrasonic and jet washing systems, UV disinfection cabinets, and agri-food processing equipment. The company also delivers industrial maintenance services, PLC and robot programming, and CSA-certified control panel assembly, all from a single facility in Sainte-Claire, Quebec. Offerings are engineered-to-order for manufacturing and food-processing clients across North America and Europe.

Product overview

Groupe CFR is an industrial productivity optimization company offering three main product categories: (1) Washing and Disinfection Equipment including jet washing, ultrasonic cleaning, industrial washing, and automated disinfection solutions like the Pulveri-T tunnel; (2) Automation and Robotics including robotic plasma cutting, welding cells, sanding cells, custom-designed robots, agri-food equipment, and custom manufacturing equipment; and (3) Industrial Maintenance Services. The company develops, manufactures, and integrates innovative equipment with services spanning custom design, engineering, production line automation, robotic solutions, and R&D projects. All services are offered at their modern facility in Sainte-Claire, Quebec, with a multidisciplinary team of over 40 people.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Pulveri-T Disinfection Tunnel Automated disinfection tunnel using misting technology to sanitize shopping carts/baskets and hands with a natural, non-toxic sanitizing solution. Features integrated hand sanitizing unit, Wi-Fi connectivity for remote diagnostics, and automatic basket detection for spray activation. Designed for retail, grocery, and public-facing facilities.
• Hand Sanitizing Station Compact hand sanitizing station with Wi-Fi connectivity, autonomous operation of 34,000-35,000 cycles per fill, and rugged stainless steel construction resistant to corrosion. Targeted at retail, industrial, and public facilities.
• Hand Sanitizing Station with Access Control AI-powered multifunctional hand sanitizing station featuring face ID access control, contact-free thermal body temperature detection with 99.9% face recognition accuracy, face mask detection, and COVID-19 questionnaire integration via QR code. Designed for workplaces, healthcare, and high-security facilities.
• UV Disinfection Cabinet Water-free UV disinfection cabinet with Wi-Fi connectivity for remote diagnostics and pre-programmed treatment cycles, available in multiple sizes for tailored solutions. Targeted at facilities needing small-item or tool disinfection.
• Jet Washing Equipment Customized jet washing equipment for industrial containers featuring fully-automatic operation, customizable input/output material handling systems, vat-top protective pre-filtration, rotary brush integration, and optional tank heating systems. Targeted at food processing and industrial container cleaning operations.
• Ultrasonic Cleaning Equipment Compact ultrasonic cleaning equipment with reduced labor, chemical, and water costs, offering constant washing quality and compliance with salubrity standards. Available options include dewatering section, solution filtration, and UV germicidal treatment. Targeted at industrial parts cleaning operations including abattoirs.
• Industrial Washing Equipment Industrial washing equipment for different parts with 360-degree rotation mechanism, ideal for truck, bus, and heavy vehicle fleet maintenance with fully automatic wash cycles. Targeted at transportation fleet operators and heavy equipment maintenance facilities.
• Robotic Plasma Cutting Cell Robotic plasma cutting cell with BeamCut technology featuring automatic measurement and positioning, compatible with most leading 3D software, providing improved manufacturing processes and reduced labor costs. Targeted at metal fabrication shops and OEM manufacturers.
• Welding Cell Robotic welding cell offering quick return on investment, improved manufacturing processes, increased production capability, easy operation, and unmanned production autonomy. Targeted at metal fabrication and equipment manufacturers.
• Sanding Cell Fully automated sanding cell for robotic operations including loading/unloading, tool change, deburring, polishing, marking, CMM dimensional control, mould manipulation, cutting injection points, pre-assembly/assembly, and sanding. Targeted at foundries, mould makers, and parts finishers.
• Custom-Designed Robotic Cells Custom-designed robotic cells tailored to specific production needs, developed by certified engineers and manufacturing teams for diverse machining and automation applications. Targeted at manufacturers needing bespoke automation.
• Agri-Food Processing Equipment Custom-designed equipment for food processing including meat transformation, pastry, bakery, dairy, cheese, and meat-packing applications, from simple to complex installations, including volumetric depositors and weight control systems. Targeted at food processors in meat, bakery, dairy, and cheese sectors.
• Custom Manufacturing Equipment Custom manufacturing equipment including manipulators, overhead travelling cranes, grippers, assembly stations, lift tables, materials handling trucks, and various conveyor types (linear, 90-degree transfer, spiral, elevator, bucket, recovery, multi-speed alignment). Targeted at industrial manufacturers needing bespoke material handling.
• Custom Control Panel Custom control panel assembly with CSA certification, component selection according to standards, electrical plans, and vented, air-conditioned, or heated panel options. Targeted at manufacturers requiring CSA-certified enclosures and control panels.
• Industrial Maintenance Service Comprehensive industrial maintenance services including automated equipment repair, modification and optimization of existing machines, machine safety, PLC programming, robot programming and integration, artificial vision integration, and TIG welding for steel and food-grade applications. Targeted at manufacturers with installed automation.

Quantifiable outcome

• 15-20% production increase for customers using robotic cells
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability5 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Lincoln ElectriccoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 12 July 2023Strategic distribution partnership for automated and robotic welding products. Lincoln Electric is a major manufacturer of welding equipment and automation solutions, providing CFR with expanded distribution reach for its robotic welding cell offerings.
• XuclàcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 12 July 2023Partnership with Spanish manufacturer Xuclà (established 60 years) offering a complete range of industrial washing equipment for the food sector. Expands CFR's product portfolio and distribution capabilities in European markets.
• Humani-T SolutionscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 2 June 2020Distribution partner for Pulveri-T sanitization equipment for shopping carts/baskets and hands. Humani-T handles installation, maintenance, and service of the equipment, enabling CFR to focus on manufacturing while leveraging partner for distribution and service.
• FANUC America CorporationcoreTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized FANUC integrator status. CFR Group develops and integrates robotic cells using FANUC systems, providing customers with proven automation technology backed by manufacturer support and training.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• KUKA: Global robotics OEM and automation systems provider; comparable to CFR as a supplier of industrial robot technology and a competing integrator for large manufacturing automation projects.
• ProMach: US-based provider of integrated packaging and processing machinery across food and industrial markets; comparable to CFR's agri-food equipment and custom packaging line integration work.
• ABB Robotics: Global industrial robotics and automation supplier; comparable as a broader incumbent offering robotic cells, integration services, and motion control competing with CFR's custom automation business.
• Lincoln Electric: Global welding equipment and automation OEM that is both a CFR distribution partner and a broader incumbent offering robotic welding cells; comparable as a large-scale competitor and adjacent channel partner.
• FANUC America: Authorized supplier of FANUC robotics in North America; comparable as the underlying OEM whose technology CFR integrates, and as a broader competitor via its own integrator network and direct automation offerings.
• Festo: Global supplier of pneumatic and electric automation technology with a strong Canadian presence; comparable as a broader automation incumbent whose components and integrated solutions overlap with CFR's offering.

Direct peers

• ATS Corporation: Canadian-headquartered global provider of custom automation systems for industrial customers; the most direct comparable in terms of turnkey automation solutions, lifecycle services, and enterprise manufacturing customers.
• Grantek: North American systems integrator delivering industrial automation, control system integration, and manufacturing IT solutions; comparable to CFR in serving manufacturers with custom integration projects.
• JLS Automation: US-based custom robotic packaging and food processing automation integrator; directly comparable to CFR's agri-food and primary packaging automation work for food processors.

Others

• Pemeco Consulting: Canadian manufacturing operations consultancy working with small and mid-market industrial firms; comparable as an adjacent ecosystem participant serving CFR's target customer base on automation decisions.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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