TOMMOROW'S ICE RINK
“If you can dream it, you can do it. -Walt Disney
It is with this quote in mind that in 2017, our Captain Alain Phaneuf founded Phaneuf International with the vision of making history by transforming arenas all over the world.
After 30 years working in emergencies in Quebec, including 25 years as a police officer, he took his first retirement to realize his dream as an entrepreneur. A longtime taxi-dad to two of his children who are ice professionals, he has seen arenas all over the world and he has fallen in love with the problems faced by arena managers on a daily basis.
2018-2020 : With various partners, a first specification for the Phaneuf autonomous ice resurfacer takes shape and a remote-controlled MVP goal are born named one of the ten inventions of the year by the magazine Québec Science. We are participating in CES 2020 in Las Vegas, our autonomous ice resurfacer concept is declared Quebec Innovation of the Year by the Planète Techno team of ICI Explora (Radio-Canada).
2021-2022 : Accepted into Hydro-Québec's DTEC program with government assistance of $350k for a technological and commercial demonstration at the CCSSJ in Sainte-Julie of our energy-efficient solution and proof of concept of our automated conditioner. With the participation of SBB aluminum innovation our remote-controlled goals become traditional goals 100% aluminum 50% lighter than those in steel. Finalist Mercuriades 2022 with our aluminum goals in the "Occupational Health and Safety" category by the CNESST.
2023-2024 : Signature of a first distribution agreement in Quebec for our aluminum goals with Distribution Sports Loisirs and with a distributor in Ontario covering America Pro Net Sports LTD and the official supplier of the NHL.
Phaneuf International Inc. eco-smart solutions improve the arena experience while reducing operational costs.
Phaneuf International innovates by creating the very first aluminum hockey goal. Being 50% lighter than a traditional steel goal, it improves the working conditions of goalies.
The environment being at the heart of our values at Phaneuf, their aluminum composition allows them to have a much longer life span than traditional goals, thus contributing to sustainable development.
These goals are proudly made here in Quebec by our partner SBB specialized in the design of emergency towers and structures designed by aluminum extrusions. Their passion for innovation positions them as world leaders in the manufacture of aluminium products. Present in more than 55 countries, their international reach is an asset for the growth of Phaneuf International #teamphaneuf.
In addition to aluminum goals, we’re trying to make a difference with our energy efficient solution. The latest advances in the age of artificial intelligence allow Phaneuf International to offer a solution allowing energy management and optimization up to 15 to 30%, in harmony with the manufacture of ice and the comfort of the occupants, as a single ecosystem encompassing all your facilities. This is without counting the optimization of water consumption and the reduction of maintenance costs thanks to predictive tools allowing the reduction of your environmental footprint.
CHANGE LEADER IN THE ARENA WORLD
At Phaneuf International, we never give up. In addition to finding the most innovative and sustainable solutions, we are committed to doing everything we can to make them happen. Because we care about the community as much as we care about the planet.
We offer customized, eco-smart solutions that enhance the arena experience, facilitate eco-responsible operation and increase profitability. Our vision is to transform arenas into more eco-smart places around the world.
Our mission at Phaneuf International is to accelerate the eco-responsible transformation of arenas to ensure their sustainability, by leveraging our Canadian experience and expertise in ice sports.
« We want to ensure the sustainability of arenas for future generations. »
INTEGRITY, INNOVATION AND SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS
WE ACT WITH AUTHENTICITY AND WITHOUT COMPROMISE
THINK OF THE PLANET AS MUCH AS THE COMMUNITY