What KPS Global does

KPS Global is a US-based, full-service designer and manufacturer of custom temperature-controlled enclosures, headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas. The company produces walk-in coolers, walk-in freezers, outdoor walk-ins, insulated metal panels (IMP), continuous-line panels, and restoration products (Thermal Liner Panels, Batten Strips, DEFENDOOR), operating six manufacturing facilities across the US totaling more than 725,000 square feet and employing 850+ people. Its core technology is a tongue-and-groove cam-lock panel system using HFC-free polyurethane foam, differentiated by patented FUSIONFRAME frame architecture, patent-pending ACE open-front refrigerated air-curtain technology, INSULFRAME high-density rails, and INSTAWALL construction simplification.

The company sells primarily to enterprise customers in retail (convenience stores, supermarkets, warehouse clubs, dollar stores, online grocery), foodservice (central kitchens, ghost kitchens, stadiums, universities, hotels), scientific (pharmaceutical, biotech, grow rooms, vaccine storage), refrigerated warehouses, and equipment enclosures, with a smaller SMB tail. Revenue is generated through hardware sales (custom walk-ins, IMPs, aftermarket parts) plus professional services including installation and turnkey general contracting. Pricing is quote-based with multi-year contracts, and go-to-market is enterprise field sales with inside sales support. KPS Global operates an aftermarket parts catalog compatible with all OEM brands, creating a recurring service stream around its installed base.

Since February 2025 KPS Global has been a subsidiary of Viessmann Generation Group, a German climate-solutions platform. In May 2025 it acquired Michigan-based SRC Refrigeration, adding a sixth facility; in January 2026 it announced a strategic partnership with Everidge to combine complementary controlled-environment and foodservice equipment businesses. International expansion is concentrated in Latin America and the Caribbean via a dedicated regional manager and California/Arizona/Georgia facilities. Leadership includes CEO Mike Eakins and Chairman Glenn Kaufman.

Name

KPS Global

Legal name

KPS Global LLC

Website

https://kpsglobal.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1950

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

KPS Global is a US custom manufacturer of walk-in coolers, freezers, and insulated panel systems for temperature-controlled environments, serving retail, foodservice, scientific, and refrigerated warehouse customers across six US facilities under Viessmann Generation Group ownership.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cold Storage Equipment Manufacturing

NAICS

Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (333415), Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (33341)

SIC

Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585), Refrigeration & Service Industry Machinery (3580)

akta.pro primary industry

Cold Chain & Temperature-Controlled Storage Equipment (IMAHAKAJ)

Keywords

• Walk-in coolers
• Walk-in freezers
• Insulated metal panels
• Cold storage solutions
• Controlled environment enclosures

Headquarters

HQ city

Fort Worth

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Custom Walk-In Coolers and Freezers: Large-scale custom manufacturing of walk-in coolers and freezers built to customer specifications. Units are custom-built rather than nominal sizing, serving convenience stores, grocery stores, warehouse clubs, and other retail applications.
2. Insulated Panel Systems: Manufacturing and sale of insulated metal panels (IMPs), cam-lock panels, and continuous line panels for cold storage, refrigerated warehouses, and controlled environment applications.
3. Aftermarket Parts and Components: Replacement parts, doors, thermal liner panels, batten strips, and other aftermarket components for walk-in coolers and freezers regardless of original manufacturer.
4. Installation Services: Full-service installation for new or replacement walk-ins with factory-trained professionals and single point of contact management.
5. Turnkey Contracting Services: General contractor services managing entire projects from design through completion, including hiring subcontractors and coordinating all aspects.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

KPS Global is a full-service design and manufacturer of custom walk-in coolers, walk-in freezers, and insulated metal panel systems for temperature-controlled environments. The company produces custom-built enclosures using proprietary cam-lock panel technology and HFC-free polyurethane foam insulation, complemented by aftermarket parts, installation services, and turnkey contracting for retail, foodservice, scientific, and cold storage applications.

Product overview

KPS Global is a large-scale manufacturer of custom solutions for controlled environments, offering a comprehensive portfolio of insulated panel systems and walk-in products. The core offering consists of custom walk-in coolers, freezers, and insulated metal panels (IMP), all featuring their proprietary cam-lock technology and HFC-free polyurethane foam insulation. Key branded products include ACE® (Accessible Cold Environments) with patent-pending triple air curtain technology, FUSIONFRAME® (award-winning frame combining wood structural benefits with foam insulation), DEFENDOOR™ door enhancement system, and INSTAWALL™ for simplified construction. The restoration portfolio includes Thermal Liner Panels and Batten Strips to extend existing walk-in life. The company serves diverse industries including retail (convenience, grocery, warehouse clubs), foodservice, cold storage, scientific applications, and equipment enclosures, providing both new installations and aftermarket parts/services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ACE® (Accessible Cold Environments): An innovative solution to loading and accessing perishable goods with a patent-pending triple air curtain technology.
• FUSIONFRAME®
• DEFENDOOR™
• INSTAWALL™
• RefreshRecharge™
• INSULFRAME™

Products and services

• Walk-In Coolers Large-scale custom walk-in coolers for storing product between 33-38°F, featuring HFC-free polyurethane foam insulation, available in three frame types (wood, foam, FUSIONFRAME®), and various metal finishes. Built to customer specifications for retail and foodservice operators.
• Walk-In Freezers Custom walk-in freezers requiring additional considerations including insulated floors, heated vents for pressure equalization, and heated doors/sweeps. Panels can span up to 22' without additional support in most indoor applications.
• Custom Walk-Ins Fully customized walk-in solutions for controlled environments ranging from -40°F to 175°F, designed using cam-lock panel systems with tongue-and-groove construction. Available in three frame types and three panel thicknesses.
• Outdoor Walk-Ins Outdoor walk-in coolers and freezers designed to meet building and local code requirements including seismic, wind, and snow loads. Feature either standing seam metal roofs or membrane roofs and utilize urethane insulation for highest R-value.
• ACE® (Accessible Cold Environments) First open front refrigerated solution to hold product temperature below 40°F to the floor without glass or solid doors. Features patent-pending triple air curtain technology and vertical lift system for improved labor efficiencies in eCommerce and online grocery pick-up applications.
• Insulated Metal Panels (IMP) Polyurethane insulated metal panels for exterior and interior walls as well as ceiling applications. Can span up to 52' without additional structural support for large-scale refrigerated warehouse applications.
• Continuous Line Panels Insulated building panels for industrial, commercial, and retail cold storage applications including food processing and temperature controlled environments. Also referred to as EPS (Expanded Polystyrene) IMP panels.
• Temporary Modular Solutions Pre-designed modular building structures easily assembled and disassembled for emergency response situations such as temporary hospitals. Can serve as intake rooms, screening rooms, triage areas, negative pressure rooms, and morgue units.
• Grow Rooms Affordable grow room construction with panels providing thermal protection from heat generated by growing conditions. Used for controlled environment agriculture applications.
• RefreshRecharge™ Beverage Cooler Beverage cooler for outdoor cold storage applications with small footprint and customization options. Can be secured at night with security features installed in the field.
• Online Grocery Pickup (OGP) Solutions Custom cold storage solutions for online grocery pickup operations, designed so customers' frozen items stay frozen while other items maintain proper temperature.
• Components and OEM Equipment Complete range of OEM equipment to outfit walk-ins including industrial refrigeration, rollout doors, sliding doors, strip curtains, industrial shelving, and industrial lighting.
• Installation Services Full-service installation for new or replacement walk-ins with factory-trained professionals and single point of contact management.
• Turnkey Contracting Services General contractor services managing entire projects from design through completion, including hiring subcontractors and coordinating all aspects.
• Aftermarket Replacement Parts Wide selection of aftermarket parts and replacement equipment including manufactured doors, gaskets, latches, hardware and more for maintaining walk-in performance, available across any brand of walk-in.
• Thermal Liner Panels (TLP) Solution to extend walk-in life without total replacement. Improves both overall appearance and R-value insulation properties of the entire unit.
• Batten Strips Protective barriers engineered to reseal panel joints and reinsulate walk-ins, slowing effects of damaged panels, improving appearance and extending longevity.
• Replacement Walk-In Doors Custom manufactured replacement doors designed to fit any brand of walk-in on the market, available to ship within 5-7 business days.

Quantifiable outcome

• Shortest industry lead times year-round, not just in off-season
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• EveridgecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 30 January 2026Strategic partnership announced January 30, 2026 combining two complementary businesses creating value for customers in the controlled environment and foodservice equipment ecosystem.
• SRC RefrigerationcoreOthers · 23 May 2025Acquisition of SRC Refrigeration, a Michigan-based manufacturer of walk-in coolers and freezers. This move expands KPS Global's manufacturing footprint and product offerings in the Midwest and enhances operational reach to six facilities across the U.S.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Norlake: Norlake manufactures walk-in coolers, freezers, and environmental rooms for foodservice, retail, and scientific applications — directly overlapping KPS Global's core product line and customer base.
• Bally Refrigerated Boxes: Bally manufactures prefabricated walk-in coolers and freezers, insulated panels, and refrigerated structures — a direct competitor in the same product category and customer segments as KPS Global.
• American Panel Corporation: American Panel Corporation manufactures walk-in coolers, freezers, and insulated panels for commercial and industrial applications, directly competing with KPS Global in custom cold storage solutions.
• Master-Bilt (Ali Group): Master-Bilt, part of Ali Group, manufactures walk-in coolers and freezers, refrigerated warehouses, and merchandising refrigerators — a direct competitor with overlapping product portfolio and customer segments.
• Everidge: Everidge manufactures insulated panel systems, walk-in coolers, and prefabricated buildings for controlled environments. Its January 2026 strategic partnership with KPS Global highlights the close product and market overlap.
• Imperial Brown: Imperial Brown manufactures walk-in coolers, freezers, and insulated panel systems for foodservice, retail, and industrial customers — a direct competitor with similar custom manufacturing approach.

Broad incumbents

• Hussmann (Panasonic): Hussmann, a Panasonic company, is a major commercial refrigeration manufacturer with a broad portfolio of display cases, walk-ins, and refrigeration systems — competes with KPS Global at the enterprise retail and foodservice level.
• Heatcraft Refrigeration Products (Lennox): Heatcraft, part of Lennox International, manufactures commercial refrigeration components and systems — a broader incumbent supplying the cold chain market that overlaps with KPS Global's customer base.
• Viessmann: Viessmann is KPS Global's parent company and a leading European provider of climate solutions including commercial refrigeration — provides strategic context as both owner and global incumbent in the same industry.

Others

• Thermo King (Trane Technologies): Thermo King, a Trane Technologies brand, manufactures transport refrigeration and cold chain solutions — adjacent ecosystem participant serving different links of the cold chain (transport vs. static storage) that shares end customers with KPS Global.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A2 records

Investments

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