Sonepar – Sonepar Reinforces its HVAC Expertise with the Acquisition of Hydeclim

November 2, 2023
Sonepar

Sonepar announced the acquisition of Hydeclim, a French specialist in the distribution of equipment and solutions for air conditioning and air treatment.

Paris, November 2, 2023 – Based in Nantes, Hydeclim employs 50 people and has a network of 4 agencies located in Western France (Nantes, Caen and Tours) and Northern France (Lille). Since its creation in 1993, the company has offered its HVAC customers high-performance solutions for air conditioning, heat pumps, humidity control, ventilation and air diffusion, for both commercial and residential applications.

Following on from the Group’s recent French acquisitions – notably Alliantz (photovoltaics) and CD Sud (HVAC: heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) – this operation will enable Sonepar to expand in the HVAC market and extend its offering to air conditioning and heating installers, particularly in Western and Northern France. This is a key growth area for Sonepar France, whose HVAC business generated sales of over EUR 320 million in 2022, thanks to its existing network of 55 branches throughout France.

“Expanding our market share in the HVAC sector is a strategic priority for the development of Sonepar’s Specialist Division in France. As such, I am delighted that Hydeclim is joining our group, bringing its expertise and territorial coverage to our rapidly expanding national specialist network,” commented Olivier Khaida, Managing Director of Sonepar France’s specialist distribution network.

 

“For Hydeclim and its committed and passionate employees, this is recognition of their expertise and added value. The integration of Hydeclim into Sonepar’s Specialist Division will enable us to offer our customers ever more effective solutions and services, drawing on the Group’s considerable resources and means. It is also an opportunity for all the employees who will be joining the Sonepar family,” concluded Christian Lefeuvre, Chairman of Hydeclim.

 

 

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More information on Sonepar France: https://www.sonepar.fr + We operate one generalist network under the Sonepar brand name, specialized subsidiaries, and a consumer network.

Sonepar France, a subsidiary of the Group, is a major player in the distribution of electrical equipment in France. With 2 generalist networks (Sonepar Connect and CGED), specialized subsidiaries and a General Public network, which rely on the skills of its 5,500 employees, 6 mutualized logistic platforms and the density of its 500 agencies spread throughout mainland France and the overseas departments -TOM, Sonepar France achieves a turnover of 2.8 billion euros in 2022.

Sonepar France has a focus on 3 markets: Residential, Commercial and Industry.

1,5M References are available on the e-commerce websites.

  • Aldiance: http://www.aldiance-booster-industriel.fr
    • Specialist in the distribution of industrial technical equipment, from the recommendation of automation components to the realization of technical solutions and services.
  • Alliantz: https://alliantz.fr/
    • Alliantz is a leading player in the French photovoltaic market and is known for its high level of technical expertise dedicated to specialized installers of solar solutions in the residential and small commercial segment.
  • Bianchi: http://www.bianchi.corsica/#/
    • Bianchi, a subsidiary of Sonepar France, is a distributor of electrical equipment and appliances for professionals, since 1902. Present on all Corsica with 6 branches, for a proximity of service and advice.
  • CCF: https://ccf-france.fr
    • Distributor specializing in low current equipment solutions for professionals. CCF has been serving installers for over 40 years.
    • VDI-Cabling + Networking + Electronic Security – Interphones
    • 11 Agencies in France + Over 100 contacts at your service + 50,000 referenced articles + 12 local stocks in branches
  • CD Sud: https://www.cd-sud.com/
    • CD SUD is the French distributor specializing in climate engineering with more than 25 years of experience. The brand actively supports heating engineers, air conditioning engineers and refrigeration engineers on their installation projects from the residential to the tertiary sector. Historical distributor of Mitsubishi Electric heat pumps, CD SUD also offers a wide range of Daikin and Heiwa heat pumps as well as a variety of accessories for heating, air conditioning and photovoltaic solutions. The fundamental values ​​of the brand are Expertise, Availability and Proximity, all focused on one main objective: customer satisfaction. CD SUD, your trusted partner in climate engineering.
    • 20 Years of experience + 1st Distributor of Mitsubishi Electric + 4,000 references in stock + 25  Points of Sales
  • 3C Clim: https://3cclim.fr
    • Specialist in HVAC distribution, 3C Clim works daily to earn its reputation as a privileged partner of demanding professionals.
    • 3C, subsidiary of Sonepar France, is specialized in the distribution of HVAC engineering within the Sonepar group, the world leader in the distribution of electrical equipment, 3C Clim works every day to earn its reputation as a privileged partner for demanding professionals.
  • FACTORY SYSTEMES: https://www.factorysystemes.fr/
    • Distributor of IT and Industrial IoT solutions.
    • Factory Systemes distributes hardware and software products allowing its customers to improve their operators and equipment effectiveness. With more than 5,000 customers in industrial and service markets, Factory Systemes is one of the main Industrial IT supplier in France.
    • Factory Systemes Groupe: Factory Systemes is its industrial IoT subsidiary and Factory Software, its software distribution subsidiary.
    • in 2020, Factory Software expands its operations in Germany and Austria by acquiring Schneider Electric Software Gmbh (Aveva).
  • Hydeclim: https://www.hydeclim.com/ + 
    • Founded in 1993, Hydeclim is an independent regional distributor, expert in air conditioning, heat pump heating, humidity control, ventilation and air diffusion solutions for commercial and residential applications.
    • The company employs 50 people and has 4 branches located in Western and Northern France.
    • Since its creation in 1993, the company has offered its HVAC customers high-performance solutions for air conditioning, heat pumps, humidity control, ventilation and air diffusion, for both commercial and residential applications.
  • SFGP / Sigmadis / Cadelec: https://www.sfgp-sigmadis-cadelec.fr
    • SFGP, a subsidiary of Sonepar France, is the No. 1 distributor of electrical equipment and DIY.
    • Sonepar France Grand Public is the leading distributor of electrical and home automation equipment for DIY in France (electricity, sources and lights, heating and Smart Home).
    • Leader and recognized expert for 30 years, SFGP supports more than 25 major DIY brands throughout the territory.
    • € 90M Revenue + 7,000 References in stock + 2,000 Stores delivered + 50 Manufacturers brands
  • Sonepar France companies operating in French overseas territories: 
    • Coredime: https://www.coredime.re/
      • The creation of COREDIME (Compagnie Réunionnaise de Distribution et de Matériaux) dates back to 1985 with the first agency in St Denis
      • COREDIME is aimed at a clientele of more than 1,000 electricity professionals, installers, craftsmen, traders, in the industrial, tertiary and building sectors, but also in the field of strong currents and weak currents, as well as in the field of climatic engineering.
      • Experts at your service:
        • In lighting: solutions for new construction or renovation, for better comfort of use or energy savings
        • In climate engineering: heating, ventilation and domestic hot water. Solutions for efficient and sustainable buildings
        • In weak currents: efficient control, security and communication solutions for all types of residential or tertiary buildings
        • In Industry: for building infrastructure or automation (improvement of tool productivity and optimization of production costs)
    • Edoi: No available website
      • The benchmark for electrical solutions in Mayotte.
      • Created in 1999, Electro Distribution Océan Indien was originally only a small structure of 4 people in a 250m2 room. In 2008 she joined SONEPAR, the world leader in the distribution of electrical equipment and related services. Installed in the Nel industrial zone, in a 1000m2 building, EDOI has gradually become essential for the distribution of electrical equipment in Mayotte.
    • Guyanese Distribution: No available website
      • Over the past 40 years, Guyanaise De Distribution has become a major player in the electrical sector by developing the biggest brands, serving electricity and HVAC professionals.
      • Our strength is based on the proximity and trust we have built with our customers over the years. It is also our presence in the two main cities of the territory, with an agency in Cayenne and an agency in Saint-Laurent du Maroni. Our two agencies offer Free Professional Access in which you can move around easily and discover many products.
    • SMEC: https://smecsxm.com
      • SMEC (Saint Martin Electro Clim), present on the island since 1985, has always aimed to best serve its customers and in the best conditions. Member of the SONEPAR Group specializing in distribution to electricity professionals, installers, craftsmen, in the fields of strong currents and weak currents as well as in that of climate engineering.
      • Our commitments: The quality of the offer, tailor-made advice, the technical skills center, logistics expertise
      • Our know-how: Make you benefit from innovations, advise you on solutions adapted to your construction sites in new or renovation
      • Our expertise: Diagnoses, advice & assistance on projects and construction sites, costings, technical pre-studies, and technical training
    • Socadime: https://socadime.nc/
      • Socadime brings together the teams of two Caledonian brands Spot and Szymanski which merged in 2021 in order to meet the challenges of developing activity in the territory.
    • Socame: No available website
      • With its five points of sale, over 5,200 m² where more than 7,500 items are stored, Socame is the leading distributor in Martinique. Its 40 passionate employees are at the service of more than 1,000 customers to meet their needs in Cables, Ducts, Pipes, Lighting, Equipment, Protection, Intrusion, Access Control, Fire, VDI, Industry, Tools, Cold Air Conditioning and Ventilation Aeraulics Smoke extraction.
    • Sodimec: No available website
      • It was in 1987 that Sodimec was created to serve Sonepar customers in Polynesia. In 2014, in order to increase the storage and presentation capacity of the products, Sodimec moved to new premises located in Faa a. Ideally positioned, it also offers a product presentation showroom and a training room.
      • Sodimec has implemented solutions to deliver to Tahiti Nui but also to accompany you to other Polynesian islands.
    • Soguadime: https://www.soguadime.com
      • SO ciété GUA deloupéenne de DI stribution de M atériel Électrique.
      • The Guadeloupean Company for the Distribution of Electrical Equipment provides you with our lighting and weak current experts to support you in all your installation projects, new or renovations, with innovative solutions that will allow you to make a difference with your customers.

More information on Jérôme Malassigné (President Western Europe & Global Sourcing + President Sonepar France, Sonepar): See full profile on EMR Executive Services

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More information on Christian Lefeuvre (Chairman, Hydeclim, Sonepar): https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-lefeuvre-b201541/?locale=en_US 

 

 

 

EMR Additional Notes:

  • HVAC-R (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning – Refrigeration):
    • Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning is the use of various technologies to control the temperature, humidity, and purity of the air in an enclosed space. Its goal is to provide thermal comfort and acceptable indoor air quality.
    • HVACR involves maintaining, repairing and installing heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems.