Havtech
Havtech is a privately held commercial HVAC solutions provider headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, serving contractors, engineers, architects, and building owners across the Mid-Atlantic through eight-plus sales and warehouse locations, representing 230+ manufacturers and delivering equipment, building automation, service, parts, and training.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1983
- HeadquartersColumbia, United States
- Headcount101–250
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
What Havtech does
Havtech is a privately held, full-lifecycle commercial HVAC solutions provider headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, serving the Mid-Atlantic region across Maryland, Washington DC, Virginia, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. Founded in 1983 and built atop the legacy of ACES (1971), the company sells, designs, services, and distributes commercial HVAC systems for contractors, engineers, architects, and building owners through a network of more than eight sales offices and parts/warehouse locations. The firm represents 230+ manufacturers — including Daikin Applied, Daikin Comfort, Baltimore Aircoil Company, Price Industries, Modine, Bosch Thermotechnology, Whalen, Detroit Radiant, and Blue Frontier — and runs wholly owned subsidiaries for hydronic solutions (Morin Hydronics, integrated 2024), building automation (ACES Controls), parts distribution (Havtech Supply), service (Havtech Service), and training (Havtech Learning Institute).
The company's core technology stack spans engineered HVAC equipment (chillers, air handlers, packaged systems, VRF/VRV, water-source heat pumps), hydronic systems, building automation and controls across multiple protocols (Tridium, Honeywell, Alerton, KMC, Lynxspring, Antec), air distribution products, and critical-environment HVAC for healthcare, laboratory, and data center applications. Energy efficiency services include audits, energy modeling, LEED modeling, and incentive/rebate capture. The Havtech Learning Institute provides hands-on training and PDH/CEU programs that have credentialed more than 15,000 contractors since 2009, while a connected-service offering integrates Clockworks Analytics for remote HVAC monitoring, and XOi Technologies provides field service documentation.
Havtech generates revenue through a mix of commercial HVAC equipment sales, parts and supplies distribution, recurring service and maintenance contracts (including 24/7 emergency support, commissioning, and warranty work), and paid technical training. Pricing is quote-based and project-specific, with multi-year service contracts typical. The go-to-market combines direct enterprise field sales, manufacturer-rep channel relationships, and parts-counter walk-in/contractor distribution, with customer concentration spread across K-12 education, commercial real estate, healthcare, data centers, laboratory, government, and agricultural end markets. The company is privately held with no disclosed external investors.
Havtech firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Havtech
- Legal name
- Havtech, LLC
- Website
- https://havtech.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1983
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 101–250 employees
- Short description
- Havtech is a privately held commercial HVAC solutions provider headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, serving contractors, engineers, architects, and building owners across the Mid-Atlantic through eight-plus sales and warehouse locations, representing 230+ manufacturers and delivering equipment, building automation, service, parts, and training.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Havtech industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Commercial HVAC Distribution and Services
- NAICS
- Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (33341), Industrial and Commercial Fan and Blower and Air Purification Equipment Manufacturing (333413), Heating Equipment (except Warm Air Furnaces) Manufacturing (333414)
- SIC
- Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585), Steam & Air-Conditioning Supply (4961), Industrial & Commercial Fans & Blowers & Air Purifing Equip (3564)
- akta.pro primary industry
- HVAC Equipment (Heating, Cooling & Air Handling) (IMAHAKAB)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- HVAC Controls & Optimization (Smart Thermostats, VAV, Chillers/Boilers Controls) (BPABAGAB), HVAC & Industrial Ventilation (Chillers, AHUs, Exhaust, Filtration) (EUAEAFAE), Heat Exchangers, Coils & Hydronic HVAC Components (IMADANAF)
Keywords
Where Havtech is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Columbia
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices8 records
Markets served
Havtech business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- HVAC Equipment Sales: Sale of commercial HVAC equipment including chillers, air handlers, packaged systems, VRF systems, and related equipment through manufacturer partnerships.
- Parts & Supplies Distribution: Distribution of replacement parts, supplies, and equipment accessories through supply locations across the Mid-Atlantic.
- Service & Maintenance: Commercial HVAC repair, maintenance contracts, commissioning, and 24/7 emergency service support.
- Training Programs: Technical training, continuing education, and professional development programs for HVAC technicians and engineers, offering PDH and CEU credits.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | Custom quotation-based pricing |
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels7 records
Havtech product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Havtech is a commercial HVAC solutions provider serving the Mid-Atlantic region. The company distributes commercial HVAC equipment (chillers, air handlers, VRF systems, rooftop units, water source heat pumps), delivers hydronic systems through its Morin Hydronics subsidiary, provides building automation and controls through its ACES Controls subsidiary, distributes parts and supplies, and offers 24/7 service, maintenance, and technical training through the Havtech Learning Institute.
Product overview
Havtech is a commercial HVAC solutions provider offering a comprehensive portfolio of integrated products and services for the Mid-Atlantic region. The core offering spans six interconnected divisions: Applied HVAC Equipment (chillers, air handlers, VRF systems, rooftop units, water source heat pumps), Hydronics Systems delivered through Morin Hydronics subsidiary (boilers, cooling towers, heat exchangers, pumps), HVAC Building Controls & Automation delivered through ACES Controls subsidiary (building automation, energy optimization, portfolio management), Air Distribution Systems (diffusers, grilles, dampers, fans, noise control), Critical Environments HVAC (laboratory, healthcare, pharmacy systems with airflow control), and Energy Efficiency & Incentives Services (audits, modeling, compliance, rebates). Supporting these divisions are three key service offerings: Commercial HVAC Service & Repair with 24/7 emergency support, Havtech Supply (parts distribution with Daikin partnership), and the Havtech Learning Institute (technical training and PDH education). The company represents over 230 manufacturers including Daikin Applied, Daikin Comfort, Baltimore Aircoil Company, Price Industries, and Blue Frontier. Additional value-added integrations include the Customer Portal for payments and account management, Connected Service for remote monitoring, and XOi Technologies for service documentation. Founded in 1983, the company has grown through acquisitions including ACES Controls and Morin Hydronics to become the Mid-Atlantic's most comprehensive HVAC resource.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- ACES Controls: Building automation and controls company, a Havtech Company
- Morin Hydronics
- Havtech Learning Institute
- Havtech Supply
- Havtech Service
Products and services
- Applied HVAC Equipment Commercial HVAC systems including air handlers, rooftop units, chillers, VRF/VRV systems, split systems, and water source heat pumps for heating, cooling, and indoor air quality in commercial buildings. Targeted at contractors, engineers, architects, and building owners.
- Hydronics Systems (Morin Hydronics) Hydronic heating and cooling solutions including boilers, cooling towers, heat exchangers, pumps, water treatment, and water source heat pumps delivered through the Morin Hydronics subsidiary for commercial HVAC applications.
- HVAC Building Controls & Automation (ACES Controls) Building automation systems connecting HVAC, lighting, security, and energy systems into a single platform for monitoring, control, and optimization. Delivered through the ACES Controls subsidiary with over five decades of integration expertise.
- Air Distribution Systems Air distribution products including diffusers, grilles, registers, dampers, louvers, fans, noise control, and terminal units for commercial building comfort and ventilation, with CFD analysis services through Price Industries' Predict platform.
- Critical Environments HVAC Systems Specialized HVAC solutions for sensitive environments including cleanrooms, laboratories (BSL-2 through BSL-4), pharmacies (USP <797> and USP <800>), and hospitals with precise airflow, pressurization, temperature, and humidity control.
- Energy Efficiency & Incentives Services Energy efficiency analysis, building energy audits, lifecycle cost analysis, code compliance, energy modeling, LEED modeling, and utility incentive/rebate securing for commercial buildings.
- Commercial HVAC Service & Repair Full-service HVAC maintenance, repair, commissioning, warranty services, 24/7 emergency support, rental equipment, and site evaluations for commercial buildings across the Mid-Atlantic.
- Havtech Supply (Parts & Supplies) Commercial HVAC parts and supplies distribution with in-stock inventory, counter sales, will-call service, delivery options, and Daikin ductless systems distribution across 7 parts counter and warehouse locations.
- Havtech Learning Institute (Training) Hands-on and virtual commercial HVAC training for technicians, contractors, and facility professionals covering VRV/VRF systems, HVAC controls, light commercial systems, refrigerant safety, and professional development with PDH and CEU credits.
- Havtech Group Customer Portal Online customer portal for secure ACH and credit card payments, waiver requests, invoice management, and account access for all companies in the Havtech Group including ACES Controls, Morin Hydronics, Spectrum Energy, and MSTB.
Quantifiable outcome
- 50% energy savings at Wilde Lake Middle School, Maryland's first Net Zero Energy school
- +7 more outcomes
Companies that use Havtech
Customer profileNamed customers5 records
Segments7 records
Ideal customer profiles6 records
Havtech technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration13 records
Feature3 records
Havtech partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
14 partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.
- Blue FrontiercoreHavtech now represents Blue Frontier across Maryland, Washington DC, Virginia, and Western Pennsylvania. Blue Frontier's BF-DOAS was named 2026 AHR Expo Product of the Year and Innovation Award Winner for Sustainable Solutions.
- Morin HydronicscoreMorin Hydronics, formed by merging Morin, Prillaman, and Distribution, became part of Havtech Group in 2024. Specializes in hydronic heating and cooling solutions with decades of expertise in efficient heat transfer for commercial HVAC applications.
- ThermaltechcoreStrategic alliance with Thermaltech extending Havtech's presence in Western Pennsylvania for equipment, service, and testing capabilities.
- ACES & MSTB AlliancecoreAlliance uniting equipment, service, and testing expertise under one partnership, strengthening Havtech's full-service HVAC capabilities.
- ACES ControlscoreACES Controls, a Havtech company, provides building automation and controls services. Over five decades of experience integrating HVAC, lighting, security, and energy systems.
- Daikin AppliedflagshipDaikin Applied designs and manufactures advanced commercial and industrial HVAC systems. Havtech represents Daikin Applied products including chillers, air handlers, VRF systems, and custom rooftop units.
- Daikin Comfort TechnologiesflagshipDaikin provides heating, cooling, ventilation, air purification, and connected devices. Havtech represents Daikin Comfort Technologies for commercial and industrial spaces across the Mid-Atlantic.
- Price IndustriescorePrice Industries is a market leader in air distribution, critical controls, and noise control products. Havtech represents Price and provides CFD analysis services through Predict by Price.
- Baltimore Aircoil CompanycoreBAC is the global leader in evaporative heat rejection and thermal storage equipment. Havtech represents BAC's cooling towers, hybrid systems, dry coolers, and ice storage products.
- Whalen CompanycoreThe Whalen Company pioneered HVAC vertical stack riser heat-exchanger fan coil units and water-source heat pumps for hotels, apartments, and multi-story buildings.
- Detroit Radiant Products CompanycoreDetroit Radiant Products Company sets the standard for high-quality infrared heaters under the Re-Verber-Ray brand for commercial, industrial, and specialty applications.
- ModinecoreModine is a thermal management company with over 100 years of innovation. Havtech represents Modine's heat and gas products including the Effinity (up to 97% efficient) and Hot Dawg unit heaters.
- Bosch Thermotechnology CorporationcoreBosch Thermotechnology provides high-quality water heating and comfort heating systems committed to energy efficiency and environmental friendliness.
- Ulman FoundationminorNon-profit partnership through Havtech's annual Charity Golf Outing. The 2026 event raised $265,745 for the Ulman Foundation supporting young adults facing cancer.
Scale indicators6 records
Recent moves15 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Havtech competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Winsupply: Winsupply is a national wholesaler of HVAC, plumbing, and building products via local-ownership branches. It is a broader incumbent that competes with Havtech for commercial HVAC distribution share with a wider product and geographic footprint.
- Johnson Controls: Johnson Controls combines commercial HVAC equipment manufacturing with OpenBlue building automation — directly overlapping the ACES Controls building-automation function within Havtech — and competes for the same energy-services, healthcare, and education customers.
- Ferguson Enterprises: Ferguson is the largest U.S. distributor of plumbing and HVAC products with thousands of branches. While primarily plumbing, its HVAC distribution business and ability to offer consolidated supply make it a broad incumbent benchmark for Havtech's distribution scale and sophistication.
- Trane Technologies: Trane Technologies is one of the largest global commercial HVAC OEMs with a robust independent distribution and service network. It is the broad incumbent that Havtech both represents (channels) and competes against on direct national accounts.
- Carrier Global: Carrier Global is a global HVAC OEM and controls platform that operates across commercial and residential segments, providing both products that Havtech distributes and direct integrated solutions that compete with Havtech's owner-facing proposals.
Direct peers
- Limbach Holdings: Limbach is a specialty contractor focused on commercial HVAC, plumbing, and building controls with strong Mid-Atlantic presence. It is one of the closest public-market comps to Havtech given its integrated equipment-distribution, building-automation, and service model.
- R.E. Michel Company: R.E. Michel is a Mid-Atlantic/regional HVAC distributor with 90+ locations selling equipment and parts to contractors. It is the closest geographic peer to Havtech given overlapping Mid-Atlantic footprint and contractor customer base.
- Watsco: Watsco is the largest HVAC distribution company in the U.S., selling residential and commercial equipment through over 600 locations. It directly parallels Havtech's distributor business model and 230+ manufacturer representation strategy at much larger scale.
- ENCON: ENCON Group is a large independent HVAC distributor in the Northeast U.S., representing more than 100 manufacturers and serving contractors with equipment, parts, and training offerings overlapping Havtech's model.
- Comfort Systems USA: Comfort Systems USA is a national commercial HVAC, mechanical, and building automation contractor with $5B+ revenue, mirroring Havtech's full-lifecycle commercial HVAC service and controls offering (and serving many of the same end markets including healthcare, education, and data centers).
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks4 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
Havtech social profiles
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Havtech leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles8 records
Havtech subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries5 records
Havtech funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Havtech M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Havtech
What does Havtech do?
Havtech is a commercial HVAC solutions provider serving the Mid-Atlantic region. The company distributes commercial HVAC equipment (chillers, air handlers, VRF systems, rooftop units, water source heat pumps), delivers hydronic systems through its Morin Hydronics subsidiary, provides building automation and controls through its ACES Controls subsidiary, distributes parts and supplies, and offers 24/7 service, maintenance, and technical training through the Havtech Learning Institute.
Is Havtech a public or private company?
Havtech is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was Havtech founded?
Havtech was founded in 1983. It employs 101 to 250 people.
Where is Havtech based?
Havtech is headquartered in Columbia, United States, in the North America region.
How does Havtech make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. HVAC Equipment Sales are the primary driver. The others are parts & Supplies Distribution, service & Maintenance and training Programs.
Who are Havtech's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Winsupply, Johnson Controls, Ferguson Enterprises, Trane Technologies and Carrier Global. Direct peers are Limbach Holdings, R.E. Michel Company, Watsco, ENCON and Comfort Systems USA.
Does Havtech have an API?
No public API is recorded for Havtech.
What industry is Havtech in?
Havtech's product category is Commercial HVAC Distribution and Services. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAHAKAB, HVAC Equipment (Heating, Cooling & Air Handling), with a secondary code of BPABAGAB, HVAC Controls & Optimization (Smart Thermostats, VAV, Chillers/Boilers Controls). Its NAICS code is 33341 and its SIC code is 3585.