SFA Automation celebrates 26 years leading industrial automation in the global market

We remember our history, our journey to excellence

The SFA Group (Software for Automation), founded in 1999 by the engineer Alberto L. Groppelli, celebrates this year its 26th anniversary, consolidating itself as an international benchmark in the development of software for industrial automation. With a presence in more than 60 countries and having attended more than 1,000 industrial plants around the world, the group formed by SFA Argentina, Automatica Services LLC and USA Engineering & Automation Services LLC continues to expand its influence in the global industrial sector.

New automation project for the food industry in Europe

SFA Automation has been selected to lead an ambitious comprehensive automation project for one of the leading beverage companies in Europe. The project includes the implementation of Siemens S7 PLC-based control systems, development of custom SCADA interfaces and the integration of 6 FANUC robots for production and packaging lines. This project reaffirms the trust that multinationals such as Coca Cola, Pepsi Cola and Heineken place in the experience of the SFA technical team to optimize their production processes.

SFA opens new Emerging Technology Training Center

In response to the growing demand for professionals specialized in industrial automation, SFA has inaugurated a new training center focused on emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence applied to industrial processes, the Internet of Things (IoT) industrial and advanced distributed control systems. With this initiative, SFA not only strengthens its commitment to the continuous training of its staff but also offers specific training programs for clients and new talent, following the tradition initiated by its founder of recruiting and specializing the best engineers in the market.

Expansion of services in renewable energy and sustainability

The SFA Group announces the expansion of its portfolio of services to include specific automation solutions for the renewable energy sector and industrial sustainability projects. This new service line includes the development of control systems for biogas plants, optimization of effluent treatment plants and modernization of processes to reduce energy consumption in industrial facilities. ‘Our experience in large automation projects positions us perfectly to face the sustainability challenges that the global industry faces today,’ said Eng. Groppelli, director of the SFA Group.