ABOUT US
SmartMill
SmartMill designs and develops integrated solutions to improve and optimize factory production and manufacturing processes.
We are a team of dedicated experts committed to the success of our clients. In this regard, we encourage the development of sustainable partnerships with all our customers around the world.
In order to meet the ever-increasing demand for products that meet high quality standards, we design, manufacture and install automated state-of-the-art equipment that is a customizable solution to preserve and even increase the profitability of companies.
History
Founded in 2014, VAB Machines has been renamed SMARTMILL when Jean Bérubé eng. and Danick Dupont eng. acquired the company.
From its early days, this enterprise has marshalled all of its knowhow to create automated systems to replace traditional lumber processing equipment. The ultimate goal has always been to offer innovation to mills eager to improve their performance and profitability.
Today SMARTMILL extends its innovative systems and services to a larger client base seeking to outperform their competition in developing niche markets and quality.
Why
choose us?
Simply because our approach of supporting and transforming your processes through innovation is an undeniable economic lever to improve your performance and ROI.
We support you in this process of change, including the following:
- Performing a needs analysis and consulting support
- Introducing an approach to improve your products, your equipment and internal processes
- Providing personalized training for executives and staff
SmartMill, a team that listens to you, is experienced and involved

Samir Hamroun
M. Sc. A / M.A.Sc.
Graduated in 2007 from INFORMATION SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE (Latvia) With Degree Master of science.
Worked for 20+ years as Applications Developer & System Architecture (PAC, HMI, SCADA, NETWORK).
Background and experience in project management, diagnosis and optimization of production processes, programming (PLC, HMI and SCADA) in Automation of the systems of management of technological processes (ASM TP)

Jean-Félix Trudel, MBA
Graduated from CEGEP Lévis-Lauzon (Qc) in mechanical engineering, ÉTS (Qc) with a mechanical engineering degree, and Laval University (Qc) with an MBA.
Worked for 9+ years in design, product development and project management in mining, transportation and recycling sectors.