What Berg Industrial Service does

Berg Industrial Service Inc. is a privately held Canadian industrial refrigeration and thermal process control contractor founded in 1973 and headquartered in Mississauga, Ontario. The company designs, builds, installs, services, and repairs custom-engineered refrigeration systems using both ammonia and synthetic refrigerants, with technical specialization in screw compressor technology, built-up chillers, and ice rink chilling systems. Its product portfolio spans custom refrigeration construction (low-temperature chillers, pumping systems, air handling, explosion-proof systems, environmental chambers, prefabricated mechanical rooms, and rooftop refrigeration), installation and startup services across refrigeration, electrical, gas, mechanical, and boiler disciplines, screw compressor overhauls across all major makes and models, parts supply, and the proprietary Berg Ice Rink Controller for microprocessor-based facility management.

Berg generates revenue through a mix of one-time construction and EPC project work, recurring service and maintenance contracts (including 24/7/365 emergency response and preventative maintenance plans), professional services for compressor overhauls, and parts/hardware sales. Pricing is quote-based for custom engineering and tailored to unique customer needs for service agreements. The company serves customers across food and beverage processing, recreational ice and sports facilities, industrial and manufacturing, chemicals and petro-chemicals, pharmaceuticals, marine, government, and national defence, with named enterprise customers including Pinty's Delicious Foods, Global Egg Corporation, and Canlan Ice Sports, as well as a government project for MASK Arena (Chippewas of Rama First Nation).

Berg holds TSSA (Technical Standards and Safety Authority) certification, is a member of ORAC, IIAR, ISN, and several provincial recreation associations, and is the only authorized warranty service provider for Berg Chilling Systems products. The firm operates from four Canadian service locations (Mississauga, Dartmouth, Winnipeg, Saskatoon) and claims service reach across more than 50 countries. It is led by General Manager Simon Blackwood, and ownership is described as private/management-held with no disclosed institutional investors.

Name

Berg Industrial Service

Legal name

Berg Industrial Service Inc.

Website

https://bergservice.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1973

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Berg Industrial Service is a Canadian industrial refrigeration contractor that designs, builds, installs, services, and repairs custom ammonia and synthetic refrigerant cooling systems for food and beverage processors, recreational ice facilities, manufacturers, and government clients across Canada and 50+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Refrigeration Services

NAICS

Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors (23822), Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors (238220), Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (333415), Automatic Environmental Control Manufacturing for Residential, Commercial, and Appliance Use (334512)

SIC

Refrigeration & Service Industry Machinery (3580), Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585), General Industrial Machinery & Equipment (3560)

akta.pro primary industry

HVAC & Refrigeration Contracting (IMAFALAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Commercial & Industrial Refrigeration Systems (IMAHAKAA), Refrigeration & Cold-Chain Equipment Service (IMAIABAE), Ice Machine Installation, Cleaning & Repair (HSAOAJAH)

Keywords

• Industrial refrigeration systems
• Ammonia refrigeration solutions
• Ice rink chiller systems
• Screw compressor overhauls
• Thermal process control

Headquarters

HQ city

Mississauga

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Industrial Refrigeration Construction: Custom-built refrigeration systems, turnkey construction, and system retrofits for industrial, HVAC, government, institutional, and EPC projects. Includes design, engineering, project management, equipment sourcing, testing, mechanical and electrical installation.
2. Service & Maintenance Contracts: 24/7 emergency service, preventative maintenance plans, seasonal start-up/shutdown, recovery services, and system troubleshooting. TSSA certified contractor operating 365 days a year with around-the-clock access to inventory.
3. Compressor Overhauls: Cost-effective screw compressor restoration services including removal, shipping, overhauling, return and installation. Saves customers money by refurbishing instead of replacing units.
4. Parts Supply: Replacement parts inventory for Berg Chilling Systems products and other refrigeration brands. Handles spare parts orders with dedicated expert support.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Berg Industrial Service designs, builds, installs, services, and repairs custom-engineered industrial refrigeration and thermal process control systems for clients in over 50 countries. The company specializes in ammonia and synthetic refrigerant-based chillers, ice rink refrigeration, screw compressor overhauls, custom build-in-place construction, installation and startup services, and 24/7 emergency parts and maintenance support.

Product overview

Berg Industrial Service offers a portfolio of custom-engineered industrial thermal process control and refrigeration solutions, primarily organized around chillers and cooling systems for industrial and recreational applications. Its core product line centers on Recreational Ice Rink Chiller Systems — including the specialized Berg Ice Rink Controller for microprocessor-based ice rink management — alongside broader Industrial Chiller Service offerings. The company provides a full lifecycle suite of services including Custom Refrigeration Construction (ammonia and synthetic refrigerant build-in-place and turnkey systems), Installation & Startup Services (refrigeration, electrical, mechanical, boiler), Screw Compressor Overhauls (all major makes and models), Parts & Certified Warranty Service, and the Berg Warranty Program. Projects are showcased through featured case studies including ammonia refrigeration systems for food & beverage (Pinty's Delicious Foods, Global Egg Corporation) and ice rink facilities (MASK Arena). The portfolio is unified by Berg's focus on custom-engineered solutions using both ammonia and synthetic refrigerants, delivered with 24/7 emergency support to clients in over 50 countries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Industrial Chiller Service Precision-built industrial chilling and refrigeration solutions for custom cooling requirements, backed by 24/7 emergency support and serving clients in over 50 countries. Covers chemicals, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, cold storage, and food processing applications.
• Recreational Ice Rink Chiller Systems Custom-designed chilling, pumping, and heat recovery equipment for ice rinks including curling and skating surfaces, available with ammonia or synthetic refrigerants in built-up or skid-mounted configurations with integrated controllers and 100% heat recovery capability.
• Berg Ice Rink Controller Microprocessor-based control system for ice rink operation featuring LCD color touch display, facility planner calendar, temperature and pressure trending, heat recovery control, and optional leak detection integration with remote access capability.
• Screw Compressor Overhauls Cost-effective rotary screw compressor refurbishment and overhaul services covering all major makes and models (Allis Chalmers, Dunham-Bush, FES/GEA, Frick, Fuller, Howden, Kobe, Mycom, Ro Flow, Sabroe, Stal, Sullair, York), including inspection, replacement of bearings, seals, gaskets, and functional testing.
• Parts & Certified Warranty Service Replacement parts and certified warranty service for Berg Chilling Systems and other refrigeration brands, with 24/7/365 availability and worldwide service coverage.
• Installation & Startup Services Professional installation and startup services covering refrigeration, electrical, gas, mechanical, and boiler systems, available 24/7 for Berg factory-built solutions and other process equipment suppliers.
• Berg Warranty Program Comprehensive one-year warranty program (from date of start-up) for products free of defects in material or workmanship, with Berg Industrial Service as the only authorized warranty service provider.
• Custom Refrigeration Construction Custom build-in-place and turnkey construction solutions for ammonia-based and synthetic refrigerant systems including low-temperature chillers, pumping systems, air handling, explosion-proof systems, environmental chambers, prefabricated mechanical rooms, and rooftop refrigeration.

Quantifiable outcome

• Berg energy efficiency solutions help customers reduce operational costs while maintaining consistent ice quality
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA)coreOthersTSSA certification is required for industrial refrigeration contractors operating in Ontario. Berg Industrial Service is a TSSA Certified contractor providing regulatory compliance and credibility for their service operations.
• Ontario Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Contractors Association (ORAC)supportingOthersProvincial industry association for refrigeration and air conditioning contractors in Ontario. Membership provides industry networking and credibility.
• International Institute of All-Natural Refrigeration (IIAR)supportingOthersInternational association focused on natural refrigeration solutions including ammonia, CO2, and hydrocarbons. Membership supports industry expertise and best practices.
• ISN Software CorporationsupportingTechnology or IntegrationSafety management services provider for contractor prequalification and safety compliance tracking. Berg maintains membership for contractor safety certification.
• Minnesota Ice Arena Managers Association (MIAMA)supportingGTM or Marketing PartnerRegional association for ice arena managers in Minnesota. Supports market presence in recreational ice sector.
• Recreation ManitobasupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerProvincial recreation association in Manitoba supporting recreational facilities sector.
• Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association (SPRA)supportingGTM or Marketing PartnerProvincial association supporting parks and recreation facilities in Saskatchewan.
• Recreation PEIsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerProvincial recreation association on Prince Edward Island supporting recreational facilities.
• Recreation Facility Association of Nova ScotiasupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerProvincial association for recreation facilities in Nova Scotia supporting ice rink and recreational facility market.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Star Refrigeration: UK-based industrial refrigeration specialist with deep ammonia and natural refrigerant expertise, providing design, install, service and emergency response to food, cold storage and process customers. Highly comparable engineering scope and ammonia-first technology approach.
• R.P. Federal Refrigeration: Canadian industrial refrigeration service and installation contractor serving food processing, cold storage and arena customers. Comparable in scope of ammonia and synthetic refrigerant service work across Canada.
• Concept Refrigeration Ltd. Canadian-based refrigeration contractor specializing in ammonia and CO2 industrial systems and ice rink installations, with comparable custom engineering, installation, and service offerings.
• Paul Mueller Company: US-based industrial refrigeration equipment manufacturer and contractor serving dairy, food and beverage, and cold storage customers. Comparable custom engineered systems and field service model.
• CIMCO Refrigeration: One of Canada's largest industrial refrigeration contractors, designing, building, and servicing ammonia and synthetic refrigerant systems for food processing, cold storage, and ice rinks. Directly comparable to Berg across customers, technology (screw compressors, ammonia), and service model.
• Mayekawa (Mycom): Global manufacturer of Mycom screw compressors used heavily in industrial ammonia refrigeration; Berg's overhaul services explicitly cover Mycom units, making Mayekawa both a supplier and a comparable technology peer.

Broad incumbents

• Frick / Johnson Controls: Large incumbent offering industrial refrigeration equipment, controls, and service through the Frick brand. Overlaps with Berg's screw compressor service and custom system work, but at much broader scale across HVAC, controls, and building services.
• Trane Technologies: Major HVAC and commercial refrigeration incumbent serving food retail, cold storage, and industrial customers. Overlaps with Berg on commercial refrigeration and service, though at much larger scale and broader portfolio.
• GEA Group: Global industrial equipment and refrigeration manufacturer with significant installed base in food processing and cold storage, plus service network. Berg overhauls GEA/FES compressors; GEA represents a broader incumbent peer for both equipment and service.

Emerging players

• Ice Builders / CIMCO Ice: Specialized ice rink refrigeration brand under the CIMCO family, focused on arena, curling, and recreational ice solutions. Comparable niche overlap with Berg's recreational ice rink chiller systems and Berg Ice Rink Controller product line.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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