Sollum Technologies
Sollum Technologies is proud to announce that Pack River Farm, a certified organic vegetable and microgreen farm, chose Sollum’s state-of-the-art LED lighting solution to enhance its tomato, lettuce and microgreens production.
Located in Northern Idaho, Pack River Farm shares with Sollum a deep commitment to sustainable farming practices and environmental stewardship. Pack River Farm distributes its organic produce to local restaurants, grocery stores, and directly to consumers, with a mission to support the health and well-being of its community. With two generations working the land, the farm is recognized for its focus on soil health and ensuring that its farming practices enrich the earth while producing high-quality, nutrient-dense food.
Before choosing Sollum®, the farm faced challenges related to optimizing growing conditions across their diverse crops, an issue now addressed by Sollum's zone-specific horticultural lighting solution. Pack River Farm’s decision to partner with Sollum was driven by the exceptional versatility of Sollum's dynamic spectrum lighting and the advanced zone control features. These capabilities empower growers to tailor their lighting to each crop and quickly adapt to changing crop demands, ensuring optimal growth conditions at all times. The support of Sollum’s agronomy team, particularly in developing customized light recipes, was also a key factor in their decision.
“We are thrilled to partner with Pack River Farm, a leader in sustainable agriculture,” said Matthew Bonavita, Vice President of Sales for the US market at Sollum Technologies. “Our dynamic LED lighting solution is designed to provide unmatched flexibility and precision, ensuring that farms like Pack River can continue to innovate and optimize their greenhouse operations. We look forward to supporting their success with our cutting-edge technology and expert agronomic support.”
“Sollum’s LED grow light solution offers exactly what we need: versatility and control,” said Troy Lock, Head Grower at Pack River Farm. “The ability to adjust light spectra in real time and manage different zones simultaneously within our greenhouse gives us the flexibility to respond to market demands and shift production as needed. Additionally, the support from Sollum’s agronomy team has been invaluable in optimizing our light recipes to obtain the best possible yields. We’re excited to see this partnership's impact on our tomato production and beyond.”
Sollum Technologies is proud to announce that Greentone, a leading cannabis producer located in Bécancour, Québec, has selected Sollum®’s advanced LED grow light capabilities to enhance their production. In line with Greentone’s objectives, the Sollum team developed a tailored 50/50 hybrid lighting installation combining state-of-the-art Sollum LED fixtures with a legacy HPS technology. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in Sollum’s growing portfolio of cannabis producers, highlighting their ability to provide customized dynamic LED lighting solutions.
Known for its innovative cultivation practices, Greentone is also recognized for its dedication to producing high-quality cannabis. The company’s cutting-edge techniques ensure optimal growth and quality of their products. By choosing to work with Sollum Technologies, Greentone aims to leverage the benefits of both LED and HPS technologies in order to optimize energy efficiency and light intensity.
“Greentone is committed to excellence in every aspect of our cannabis cultivation,” said Timothée Gauthier, President and CEO of Greentone. “Sollum Technologies impressed us with their advanced technology and professional approach in developing a custom lighting plan that suits our needs. We are excited to partner with a local company recognized as a leader in dynamic LED lighting, which aligns with our values and supports local innovation.”
Kassim Tremblay, VP of Global Sales Operations of Sollum Technologies, expressed his enthusiasm about this partnership: “We are thrilled to welcome Greentone as a new client. Their commitment to quality and innovation resonates deeply with our values. This installation, coupled with our custom spectrum solution, demonstrates the flexibility and adaptability of Sollum’s technology to the meet the specific needs of cannabis growers.”
This collaboration represents a significant step for Sollum, with the cannabis industry recognizing Sollum’s expertise and commitment to delivering the most advanced solution and exceptional support to its clients.
On the eve of the 10th anniversary of its foundation in January 2015, Sollum Technologies is proud to launch new products and services built on its extensive experience in dynamic LED lighting management.
Sollum is an industry pioneer, creating the only fully dynamic LED lighting technology managed by a cloud-based platform, SUN as a Service® (SUNaaS®). This user-friendly platform reproduces with unrivalled precision the natural cycle of sunlight, which remains the ultimate reference in agricultural lighting. Designed and manufactured in Canada, Sollum's technology and its benefits are in a class of their own, as does the agronomic and technical support the company offers its customers.
“Inspired by nature, Sollum's technology has been successfully implemented in the production of over 85 varieties of produce and 100 acres of greenhouses in North America and Europe,” said Louis Brun co-founder and CEO of Sollum Technologies. “For nearly 10 years now, we've developed cutting-edge expertise by experimenting with how modulating light benefits crop productivity, plant characteristics and energy consumption, and facilitates pest management. In doing so, we've listened carefully to our customers to understand their needs and supported them in adopting our technology. The evolution of our products and services reflects our findings in the field and discussions, injecting even more flexibility into growers' choices and control over lighting.”
SF-E2 TM — A new energy-efficient fixture
The targeted LED spectrum of the new SF-E2 fixture provides maximum energy efficiency and plant growth to energy-conscious growers.
The SF-E2 is also suitable for businesses aiming to cohabit HPS technology with easy-to-use LED technology aspart of a gradual transition.
Three wattages for each fixture
To adapt to any greenhouse size and configuration, all Sollum fixtures are now available in three wattages: 400, 800 and 1040 watts.
Sollum's line-up of fixtures also includes the SF-ONETM and SF-PROTM. The SF-ONE's simple, flexible technology offers a spectrum that boosts crop productivity and enables the production of a majority of crops, while the SF-PRO's very broad spectrum provides maximum light modulation to control and maintain a balance between all production parameters such as costs, growth, quality and sustainability.
Greater flexibility and control thanks to a tailored SUNaaS platform offering
All SF fixtures are powered by the SUNaaS platform, which uses artificial intelligence (AI) to generate exceptional results thanks to unrivalled precision in the lights' output. Features most appreciated by growers include automatic real time dimming based on ambient light variations, and the ability to easily create and modify distinct zones to grow multiple products with the same technology.
“In the spirit of the flexibility inherent in dynamic lighting, we have designed the SUNaaS platform offering to suit the preferences of growers who want to benefit from certain functionalities rather than others,” mentioned by François-Roy Moisan, co-founder and CTO of Sollum. “As a result, we are proposing a core package included with the purchase of any fixture and an optional advanced package, to which a customer can add additional features that match their priorities. Like our technology, our services now support a highly personalized experience.”
The constant evolution of the SUNaaS platform is future-proof
With a view to continuous improvement, Sollum keeps on enhancing its cloud-based platform by integrating the technology with leading climate control systems (including Damatex) and plant visualization systems (Leaficient), which help simplify plant growth control and increase lighting efficiency. These improvements, like all enhancements to the platform are automatically made available to customers as they are implemented, for them to enjoy the latest advances in dynamic LED lighting without additional investments.
Unparalleled support for all
No matter which fixtures and functionalities customers choose, they will all continue to enjoy the unfailing support of Sollum's team of agronomists and technical experts by email, telephone or onsite in their greenhouse, 24/7.
Meeting at the Canadian Greenhouse Conference is a must!
Discover these innovations and talk to Sollum’s team at the Canadian Greenhouse Conference in Niagara Falls, October 9-10 (booth 2007). Enjoy a demonstration and explore how Sollum’s solution can meet your unique business challenges.
Sollum Technologies is thrilled to contribute to a significant expansion of the Cannabis Research Coalition's (CRC) research capabilities through a groundbreaking partnership. This collaboration marks a major milestone in the cannabis cultivation research sector, as CRC introduces Sollum®'s dynamic lighting solution into its new facilities.
During a recent site visit, Sollum Technologies and CRC celebrated the ongoing development of 1900 sq. ft. of research space, including 16 dedicated R&D chambers. These chambers will be fully equipped with Sollum's dynamic LED lighting, including AI-powered SF-PRO™ fixtures connected to Sollum's SUN as a Service® platform. Both work together to simulate the cycle of natural sunlight and provide precise control over light spectrums to optimize cannabis growth conditions and achieve desired product qualities.
"Due to limited university funding, the CRC stands as one of the few reliable sources for science-based cannabis research," said Allison Justice, PhD, CEO of CRC. "The generosity and support of our industry partners have been crucial in expanding our research initiatives. With Sollum's partnership, we aim to conduct cultivation research that makes the cannabis industry more sustainable, profitable, and safer."
"Sollum Technologies is excited to partner with the Cannabis Research Coalition in their pursuit of advancing cannabis cultivation research," said Matthew Bonavita, Sollum's Senior Sales Director for the U.S. market. "By integrating our state-of-the-art dynamic LED lighting solution into CRC research facilities, we are confident this will yield significant insights and innovations. Together, we aim to set new standards for sustainable and efficient cannabis cultivation, benefiting the entire industry."
This partnership underscores the importance of collaboration between industry leaders and research institutions in advancing the field of cannabis cultivation. The enhanced facilities will enable CRC to push the boundaries of cannabis science, providing immediately applicable insights for cultivators and leading to more sustainable cultivation methods and protocols.
In a significant move to revolutionize greenhouse management, Sollum Technologies is proud to announce a new strategic partnership with Damatex. This collaboration combines the greenhouse lighting control features of Sollum's proprietary SUN as a Service® cloud platform (SUNaaS®) with Damatex's advanced climate control systems. The benefits are all about simplifying clients' daily operations. The synchronization of both control platforms consolidates multiple functions into a single, streamlined interface, reducing manual checks and enhancing system capabilities through enriched data sharing. This supports seamless data exchange and improved operational flexibility, while also minimizing configuration errors for more reliable control and better crop outcomes with less operational downtime.
Founded over three decades ago, Damatex has become a trusted leader in climate control solutions for greenhouse and indoor facilities. With a commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction, Damatex has consistently pushed the boundaries of technology to offer sophisticated, adaptable systems that are tailored to the unique needs of each client. Their products manage all production control requirements, including heating, ventilation, cooling, and irrigation, making them a perfect match for Sollum's solution.
"We are excited to join forces with Sollum Technologies, marking a significant milestone in our quest to drive agricultural innovation forward. This partnership aligns perfectly with our mission to empower growers by integrating state-of-the-art technology with our proven climate control solutions, thereby enhancing both productivity and sustainability in the industry," said Wayne Sicard, Co-owner at Damatex.
"We are thrilled to partner with Damatex, whose expertise in climate control complements Sollum's SUNaaS cloud platform, creating a powerful synergy that will greatly benefit our clients," said François R-Moisan, CTO and cofounder of Sollum Technologies. "This partnership not only enhances the capabilities of our respective systems but also simplifies operations, giving growers unparalleled flexibility and control over their greenhouses."
By leveraging the strengths of both companies, this partnership promises to enhance the way greenhouses are managed, offering smarter, more efficient solution that is tailored to the evolving needs of the Controlled Environment Agriculture industry.
About Damatex Inc
DAMATEX Inc. is a North American leader in horticulture control systems. Over the years, they have specialized in large-scale irrigation systems as well as climate control. Their user-friendly system can support all greenhouse control or indoor production needs such as heating, ventilation, air conditioning, HVAC systems, irrigation as well as fertigation. In addition, it can be easily adapted to meet most custom or special control needs. For more information, visit damatex.ca.
Sollum Technologies announces the latest enhancements to its groundbreaking SUN as a Service (SUNaaS®) cloud platform. Amongst the novelties: advanced controls provide a comprehensive overview of a greenhouse's lighting environment, adding to the flexibility of the solution to adapt to crop and business needs; empowering growers to take charge, our recipe manager allows for the creation of their own light recipes—either independently or with the assistance of Sollum’s 24/7 Smart Support team.
Sollum Technologies, the leader in dynamic LED lighting solution, is pleased to announce the latest enhancements to its groundbreaking SUN as a Service (SUNaaS®) cloud platform.
The SUNaaS platform is at the heart of Sollum's revolution in greenhouse lighting. Reproducing and modulating natural sunlight with unparalleled precision, it manages its unique dynamic/adaptive, fully programmable LED lighting in a way that meets the specific needs of any crop, at every stage of growth. This innovation enhances crop yield and quality, and by significantly reducing energy consumption, it offers a cost-effective and sustainable solution that addresses key challenges of modern greenhouse cultivation.
Designed with precision in mind, these enhancements to the SUNaaS platform bring an increased level of control and efficiency to greenhouse operations, reinforcing Sollum's commitment to helping growers optimize their operations through 100% adaptable lighting technology.
What's new:
POWER MANAGEMENT: Advanced controls provide a comprehensive overview of a greenhouse's lighting environment, adding to the flexibility of the solution to adapt to crop and business needs.
- SUNaaS monitoring: Tracking the electricity usage of each fixture, each zone or the entire greenhouse allows growers to assess the impact of supplemental light on each crop's productivity and implement strategic adjustments to the light recipe in order to conserve energy.
- Energy cost controls: The SUNaaS platform enables the implementation of an electricity cap to mitigate the impact of "load shedding". This proactive measure helps manage both peak consumption and high-cost periods more efficiently. Given the particular challenges load shedding presents to greenhouse growers, who require consistent energy use to maintain optimal growing conditions, this cap offers a dynamic control over energy expenditure. The flexibility to modify the cap at any time ensures that growers can adjust their energy use in response to both planned and unexpected load-shedding events, minimizing their impact on operations.
- Enhanced lighting control: Multi-target PPFD (Photosynthetic Photon Flux Density) and DLI (Daily Light Integral) data provide additional control to help maximize the use of natural sunlight. The data serves to adjust the light quantity to meet the plants' varying needs throughout the day, and ensures that crops receive the exact amount of light necessary for optimal growth.
ENHANCED RECIPE MANAGER: Empowering growers to take charge, our recipe manager allows for the creation of their own light recipes—either independently or with the assistance of Sollum's 24/7 Smart Support team. Recipe ownership remains with the growers, fostering innovation and real-time optimization.
Additionally, growers can select and customize recipes developed by Sollum in its extensive library. The latest update includes detailed recipe information such as R/G/B/FR distribution, colour ratios, and power usage at any given time of day, alongside total energy consumption over selected periods. This level of detail extends to the comprehensive spectral composition, ensuring that growers have all the information to make informed decisions.
Finally, clients who invested in Sollum's dynamic solution will benefit from the latest features, keeping their operations at the forefront of agricultural technology.
"These new features are more than significant improvements to the SUNaaS cloud platform," says Vice President Marco Lafond, Product Development at Sollum. "We're transforming the way growers interact with the technology, ensuring that their crops achieve unparalleled results. These advances reflect our unwavering commitment to providing an innovative and user-centric solution that meets the immediate needs of today's growers and prepares them for tomorrow's challenges, especially as it relates to the cost efficiency of energy management," he adds.
This first delivery of additional functionalities signals the start of a dynamic period of innovation and growth. Sollum is already looking ahead with a series of transformative features to be announced later this year—each one carefully designed to provide greenhouse growers with the most advanced tools supporting the efficiency and control of their operations.
To learn more about how Sollum's dynamic lighting solution can empower a greenhouse operation, contact the Sollum Sales team or visit sollum.tech.
In a groundbreaking debut at Indoor Ag-Con, Sollum Technologies, the leader in dynamic LED grow light solution, announces its commitment to go beyond revolutionizing indoor agriculture to make a significant impact on the local community by partnering with Three Square, Southern Nevada's only food bank.
For each 10-minute demo of its innovative SUN as a Service® platform performed during the event, Sollum® pledges to donate $100 USD directly to Three Square. Sollum's goal is to reach or surpass a charitable contribution of $ 3,000 USD, which will contribute to serving approximately 9,000 meals. Attendees are invited to schedule their demos by clicking here or by stopping by our booth (#1206).
Sollum's unique solution provides unparalleled flexibility and control for greenhouse operators, enhancing plant growth and productivity thanks to fully programmable light recipes. This community initiative reflects Sollum's dedication to societal well-being and the leverage of technology for sustainable development.
Three Square, a proud member of Feeding America, works tirelessly to provide wholesome food to hungry people while passionately pursuing a hunger-free community. With 1 in 8 Southern Nevadans facing food insecurity and 1 in 6 children living in food-insecure homes, the need for support is more critical than ever. Three Square's extensive network ensures the distribution of food directly to the people, having supplied over 550 million pounds of food since its inception in 2007.
"Sollum's participation in Indoor Ag-Con is not only just about showcasing our technology; it's about making a tangible difference in the lives of those around us," said Jenny Zammit, VP of Marketing at Sollum Technologies. "By aligning our demos of our SUN as a Service platform with a cause as vital as Three Square's, we hope to highlight a path towards a hunger-free community in Southern Nevada."
Join Sollum Technologies at booth #1206 to experience the future of dynamic LED lighting and contribute to a noble cause. Together, we can achieve a better world for everyone.
Sollum’s dynamic LED lighting solution was chosen by Cheers Cannabis (Varennes, Quebec, Canada) for its precision in order to increase cannabinoid content. Research out of Wageningen University recently indicated that applying higher levels of far red during the initial rooting stage improves rooting without causing excessive stem elongation. Other studies coming out of Italy, Israel and Canada all indicate that adjusting the light spectrum can allow growers to improve the flower's cannabinoid profile. This level of spectral control is of critical importance to consumers who increasingly demand consistency and accuracy in THC and CBD content. The Cheers Cannabis team from left to right: William Lemay, Kevin Laliberté, William Lecavalier and Alexandre Lavoie. (CNW Group/Sollum Technologies)
Sollum®'s first client in the cannabis sector, Cheers Cannabis, looks forward to the precision Sollum's dynamic lighting can offer when it comes to increasing cannabinoid content.
In production since 2018, Cheers Cannabis is a family business based in Varennes, Québec (Canada). An experienced and passionate group of growers makes up the Cheers team, specializing in the indoor production of cannabis for both recreational and medical use. As one of the most competitive and complex industries, cannabis production demands a highly controlled environment and producers face consistent pressure to innovate and upgrade their technology to support their business. Cheers Cannabis will be installing Sollum smart dynamic LED fixtures in one of their six grow rooms.
A growing body of research supports that dynamic lighting can significantly improve cannabis production, in particular the ability to adapt the light spectrum to different phases of growth, which can help growers favour specific cannabinoid production. For example, research out of Wageningen University recently indicated that applying higher levels of far red during the initial rooting stage improves rooting without causing excessive stem elongation. Other studies coming out of Italy, Israel and Canada all indicate that adjusting the light spectrum can allow growers to improve the flower's cannabinoid profile. This level of spectral control is of critical importance to consumers who increasingly demand consistency and accuracy in THC and CBD content.
"Our team is constantly looking for ways to innovate in our cannabis production and invest in new technology," says Head of Production for Cheers Cannabis, Kevin Laliberté. "It was an obvious choice for us to invest in Sollum's dynamic LED solution because it offers us the ability to fine-tune our light recipes with unparalleled precision in order to target specific cannabinoids, which gives us a huge advantage over the competition."
"We are very excited to be working with our first client in the cannabis industry," says Rose Séguin, agronomist for Sollum Technologies. "It is becoming increasingly well known that light quality has an impact on plant growth depending on the growth stage and cannabis strain. Having the ability to modulate spectrum and intensity of supplemental lighting gives growers the freedom to experiment as well as to adapt as the research evolves."
Cheers Cannabis products can be found at the SQDC as well as at medical dispensaries.
