SAF – ENGINEERED WITH INTEGRITY
50+ years of modernizing aging equipment, eliminating unplanned downtime, and extending the life of your most critical assets.
trusted by leaders across north america
How saf solves complex industrial challenges
What We Do
One Partner. Fully Engineered Solutions.
As industrial automation system integrators and engineers, we design, build, wire, program, and test complete drive and control systems, all under one roof. Whether you’re upgrading obsolete equipment or building new infrastructure, we deliver solutions that are built to perform in real-world industrial environments.
SAF Engineering
SAF delivers turnkey automation and drive solutions for both new and existing equipment across heavy industry.
We engineer industrial automation systems that are built to meet your operational demands, reduce risk, and deliver long-term value, specializing in complex, real-time control and giving you the accuracy and reliability most integrators can’t match.
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SAF Capabilities
Automation is evolving fast, and choosing the right solution isn’t always straightforward.
SAF takes a flexible, best-fit approach, working across leading technologies instead of being tied to a single platform.
Our team brings the expertise and tools to engineer the right industrial automation system for your application, delivering performance, reliability, and long-term value.
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industries we serve
Some of our Top Industries Include: Steel, Mining & Pulp & Paper
SAF has built a diversified portfolio of industries for which we have developed innovative solutions. This cross-industry expertise allows us to combine the important knowledge and skill set to create the ideal application for each client in various sectors.
PROBLEMS WE SOLVE
Industrial Automation Systems Built for the Challenges You’re Facing Right Now
SAF has built a diversified portfolio of industries for which we have developed innovative solutions. This cross-industry expertise allows us to combine the important knowledge and skill set to create the ideal application for each client in various sectors.
AGING EQUIPMENT
Aging equipment is failing, but replacement isn’t an option.
We modernize legacy systems so you can avoid full capital replacement.
DOWNTIME COSTS
Downtime is costing you millions.
Our engineered upgrades improve uptime and eliminate failure points.
OBSOLETE DRIVES
Obsolete DC drives are becoming impossible to maintain.
We convert aging DC systems to modern AC drives, improving reliability immediately.
LABOUR SHORTAGES
Skilled labour shortages are stretching your team thin.
We implement modern automated controls that reduce manual intervention, enable remote monitoring, and keep your operation running with fewer hands.
SYSTEM READINESS
You need to automate, but your systems aren’t ready.
We build the electrical foundation for automation, remote monitoring, and digital integration.
AGING EQUIPMENT
Your environment demands more than off-the-shelf solutions.
Every industrial automation system we build is engineered for your exact application and conditions.
Dealing with Any of These Challenges? Let’s Talk.
why leading industrial teams choose saf
Engineered, Not Assembled
Every industrial automation system is custom-built for your operation: no shortcuts, no guesswork.
Everything Under One Roof
Design, fabrication, programming, and testing all happen in-house for full accountability.
Built for Harsh, High-Stakes Environments
From steel mills to remote mining operations, our systems are designed to perform where failure isn’t an option.
Over 50 Years of Proven Experience
We’ve solved complex problems across North America for decades, and we bring that knowledge to every project.
Industry Leading Support
From troubleshooting and upgrades to long-term system optimization, SAF provides ongoing support to keep your operation running at peak performance.
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We Don’t Just Talk About Reliability. We Deliver It.
Blair
The quality of their work is excellent, and they are second to none as far as service is concerned.
Kevin Barren
Vice President – Operations &
Metallurgical Development
Blair Strip Steel Company
Cascades
SAF Drives is always ready and able to provide excellent technical support and solutions to help us in our day to day operations
Matt Bayer
Project Leader (Electrical Engineer)
Cascades Containerboard Packaging
Evraz
SAF has supplied us with high quality, custom, drive and automation solutions for close to 30 years. Support is second to none, day or night!
Rob Heerspink
Electrical Engineering Technologist
Evraz Steel
Get in touch
Whether you’re dealing with obsolete equipment, reliability issues, or planning a major upgrade, we’re ready to help. Tell us what you’re working on, and we’ll show you what’s possible.
What Can We Build For You?
Head Office
HEAD OFFICE
18 Neville St., Unit C
New Hamburg, ON
N3A 4G7
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