Air conditioning, a critical parameter often underestimated in the agri-food sector
In the agri-food industry, compliance with hygiene and safety standards is an absolute priority. But what many companies don’t realize is that their commercial air conditioning plays a decisive role in the results of their quality audits. At AirGreen, we’ve supported numerous installations in food processing plants, refrigerated warehouses, and HACCP-certified production lines across Montréal, Laval, Longueuil, the North Shore, and the South Shore. Here’s why a well-designed HVAC system is a strategic asset, and how our expertise has proven essential in this field.
Regulatory requirements in agri-food: much more than constant temperature
Current standards (HACCP, GFSI, SQF, FSSC 22000) don’t just validate cold chain compliance. They also focus on:
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Controlling indoor air quality,
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Preventing condensation on equipment,
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Avoiding airborne cross-contamination,
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The ability to track and document the HVAC system’s operation cycles.
In a warehouse located in Boucherville, an inspection nearly jeopardized the GFSI certification due to micro-droplets on cold surfaces caused by a poorly placed air conditioner. Thanks to our rapid intervention, the client avoided a production suspension.
A poorly calibrated commercial air conditioner can jeopardize your certifications
An improperly sized or poorly installed wall-mounted air conditioner or commercial heat pump can lead to:
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Uncontrolled hot zones,
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Dangerous condensation/evaporation cycles,
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Leaks of contaminated air between clean and dirty zones.
In Saint-Laurent, a meat processing company contacted us after repeated warnings from auditors. Their multi-zone system created insufficient pressure differentials, allowing fine particles to migrate from the receiving area to the packaging zone. We installed a Fujitsu KZAH R-32 system, combined with exhaust fans with controlled pressurization, correcting the imbalance.
AirGreen installations: precise, documented, and audit-ready
Our installations in the agri-food sector meet strict standards:
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Use of washable, food-grade corrosion-resistant materials,
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Strategic positioning to avoid thermal shadow zones or direct airflow on food,
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Integrated data loggers enabling full traceability of temperature and humidity levels,
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Optimized airflow and filtration to reduce airborne contaminants.
We recently completed a full HVAC installation in an industrial cheese factory in Laval, using Bosch BOVA R-454B units, known for their thermal stability, quiet operation, and high seasonal efficiency.
Our advice to pass your quality audits thanks to your HVAC system
1. Adapt your system to each workspace
Each area has different needs:
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Refrigerated storage,
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Hot food prep areas,
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Controlled atmosphere packaging.
An intelligent zoning system, with independent ventilation and precise temperature controls, is essential to maintain uniform conditions.
2. Document everything
Auditors don’t just check — they require proof:
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Maintenance reports,
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Temperature history logs,
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Filter maintenance records,
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Compliance of materials used.
Our systems offer centralized monitoring and automated data export.
3. Prevent rather than react
Proper HVAC maintenance helps prevent:
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Premature wear of components,
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Biofilm buildup,
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Energy consumption spikes.
AirGreen offers maintenance contracts tailored to agri-food environments, including steam cleaning, antibacterial disinfection, and proactive replacement of HEPA filters.
Why choose AirGreen for your agri-food HVAC installations?
On-site expertise in critical environments
We’ve completed over 90 agri-food HVAC installations across Québec, all compliant with the strictest standards. Our clients include industrial bakeries, slaughterhouses, canneries, refrigerated warehouses…
A complete technical and regulatory approach
Our teams work directly with your quality managers and internal auditors. We integrate into our project:
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HACCP constraints,
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MAPAQ requirements,
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Good manufacturing practices (GMP),
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Current CSA and ASHRAE standards.
Scalable solutions
With standards evolving rapidly, it's essential to plan for modular HVAC systems. Our installations are designed for easy adaptation:
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Adding new zones,
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Expanding production lines,
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Upgrading filtration systems.
Commercial air conditioning: a key element of your agri-food performance
An ill-suited HVAC installation doesn’t just threaten your comfort or energy savings: it can invalidate months of audit preparation. Thanks to our expertise in commercial air conditioning, our mastery of food-grade regulations, and our ability to deliver documented, long-lasting, audit-compliant projects, we help drive the real success of your business.
At AirGreen, we make HVAC a true added value for the agri-food industry.