In 1997, Nova-Tech Engineering commercialized Infrared Beak Treatment (IRBT). Nova-Tech’s IRBT is a first-of-its-kind non-contact procedure embraced by the animal welfare community globally. Equipped with years of research, experience, and data from the field, Nova-Tech has perfected this technology.
In 2024, Nova-Tech Engineering announced the formation of a new division dedicated to the poultry industry: Nova-Tech Poultry. Nova-Tech Poultry is committed to delivering revolutionary solutions that uphold the highest standards of animal welfare and support our customers in their mission to feed the world. This division will focus exclusively on supporting the success of our customers in the poultry industry.
Meet the Team
Nova-Tech Poultry’s team consists of nearly 40 industry experts from 13 different countries around the globe. Their comprehensive 24/7 customer support ensures consistent and optimized treatment for all bird types and includes on-site training, routine visits, and fully supported installation, guaranteeing that you receive the best possible care and expertise for your poultry needs.
Leadership Team
Chris Hofstad
Poultry Division Manager
John Schlagel
Regional Business Manager
North America
Language: English
Maikel Kronhardt
Regional Business Manager
LATAM
Languages: Portuguese, Spanish
Jim Cottington
Senior Operations Advisor
Language: English
Andrew Gomer
Senior Business Development Manager
Language: English
Manon Claux-Conway
Regional Business Manager
Europe
Languages: English, French
Trevor Ngo
Regional Business Manager
MENA & Southeast Asia
Languages: English, Thai?
Brent Peterson
Customer Service Manager
Language: English
Supporting over 600 locations in 70 countries
Nova-Tech Poultry Map
Corporate Offices
Countries Using Nova-Tech Equipment
Nova-Tech Engineering has a tradition of creating revolutionary solutions that advance our customers’ ability to feed the world. Our history of innovation in the poultry industry has consistently set new global standards for flock performance and animal welfare. Throughout time, Nova-Tech has continued its focus in providing solutions that aid flock management, allowing birds to maximize their genetic potential.
- Reduce Disease, Infection, and Mortality
Nova-Tech’s treatments mitigate the effects of carcass damage due to bird-on-bird aggression and leave no open wound for the bird to contract infection. - Precise, Prescriptive and Consistent Treatment
Our treatments are customized based on species, breed, strain, flock age, housing type and climate. The configurations are designed to provide optimal treatment each and every time. - Improved Bio-Security
Our systems eliminate the need for routine trimming where workers travel farm to farm and spread disease. Our goal is to provide an effective treatment in the hatchery that lasts the life of the flock. - Consultative Approach
Our team of global industry experts will work with you through data collection, analysis and insight to facilitate continuous improvement and discover greater efficiencies for your facility and your birds.
Nova-Tech Poultry’s products adapt to your needs. Treatments are customized based on species, breed, strain, flock age, housing type, and climate to promote bird health. With over 30 years of trusted and patented Best for the Bird treatments, we are confident we can advance your flock potential.
Customer Service Package
- Fully Supported Installation
- On-Site Training
- 24/7 Customer Support
- Routine Visits at No Extra Cost
Lease Package
- No Hidden Fees
- No Capital Investment
- Remote Machine Performance Monitoring
- Share Parts Inventory
- Repair Parts Program
Learn more about Nova-Tech Poultry’s Best for the Bird Infrared Beak Treatment
Tech Services
Tech Services focuses on technical support to provide consistent, result-oriented customer service in order to enhance both external and internal customer satisfaction. This team proactively monitors, engages and supports the needs of our customers. They minimize technical issues in the field, enhance customers experiences and improve customer loyalty. Improved performance and efficiency is the name of the game.