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Everything engineered: Precision pipework solutions for every application

Soto delivers expert pipework engineering solutions designed for efficiency, safety, and long-term reliability across mining, water treatment, steelmaking, and industrial applications. Our engineers optimise pressure, temperature, flow rate, corrosion resistance, and stress levels to ensure seamless system performance and compliance with strict industry standards.

From bespoke industrial systems to complex pipeline networks, we work alongside clients to develop tailored, high-performance solutions. Whether designing for fluid power systems, chemical processing, or ultra-high-pressure applications, Soto provides end-to-end expertise from concept to installation—ensuring every project is engineered for success.

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Australian born and operated

Supporting sovereign capability with Australian ingenuity. As an end-to-end design house, we manage every stage in-house for seamless delivery and quality assurance.

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Experience meets innovation

26+ years of expertise in heavy industry, integrating cutting-edge engineering solutions with real-world experience.

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Partnership approach

We prioritise outcomes over cost, delivering value-driven engineering solutions that align with your long-term success.

Why Soto: Everything Engineered for Pipework Excellence

Choosing Soto means partnering with a team of specialist engineers dedicated to precision, efficiency, and compliance. Our key capabilities include:

Reduce risk and uncertainty


Identify challenges early and prevent costly system failures.

Optimise system design

Smart layouts that reduce energy consumption and streamline operations.

Ensure durability and cost

Selecting high-performance materials tailored to specific applications.

Enhance performance with simulation

Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for stress optimisation and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) for flow efficiency.

Guarantee safety and compliance

Pipework solutions designed to meet Australian and global standards.

Improve performance with 3D modelling

Visualise, test, and refine designs before implementation.

Design stable, reliable systems

Engineering solutions for secure installations and long-term reliability.

Partner with Soto for seamless, reliable, high-quality pipework engineering services tailored to your requirements.

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Expert solutions across essential industries

Capabilities and Services

Our in-house team provides advanced pipework engineering and analysis, including:

Pipe Engineering & Detailed Design

Custom solutions for industrial applications.

3D Modelling & Simulation

High-precision digital design for risk-free implementation.

Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)

Optimising flow and process efficiency.

Finite Element Analysis (FEA) – Pipe Stress Analysis

Structural integrity for long-term durability.

Fluid Power & Hydraulic Systems

High-performance piping for industrial machinery.

Ultra-High-Pressure Pipework

Engineering for high-stress environments.

Oxygen & Fuel Gas Systems

Safe, compliant networks for hydrogen, natural gas, and oxygen piping.

Maritime & Chiller Pipework

Cooling systems for naval and industrial applications.

Liquid Fuel & Chemical Piping

Robust solutions for fuel transport and chemical processing.

Projects

Soto has worked with leading companies in resources, energy, and infrastructure, providing engineering solutions that enhance operational efficiency and compliance.

SOTO ensures Tahmoor critical assets are safe and reliable

BHP Port Hedland iron ore loader anti-collision system

Conveyor Engineering – Design Ship Loading Conveyor and Wharf Conveyor for BSL Port Kembla

WestConnex M4 M5 Link Tunnels Ventilation Facility

MAURI Foods: Wheat Grain Silos

Our diverse set of in house skills are ready 
to support your next project.

We bring diverse and extensive expertise to every project. Our team is equipped with a range of capabilities and services, including:

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Engineering insights and updates

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