What Cemtek does

Cemtek, operating as CEMTEK KVB-Enertec (a division of CEMTEK Group), is a U.S.-based environmental compliance systems integrator founded in 1999 and headquartered in Santa Ana, California, with additional engineering and software offices in Hatfield, Pennsylvania and additional sites in Ocean, New Jersey and Houston, Texas. The company designs, builds, installs, commissions, certifies, trains, and supports custom-engineered Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS) and Data Acquisition Handling Systems (DAHS) for industrial and utility customers required to comply with EPA 40 CFR Parts 60, 63, and 75 and state/local air district regulations (SCAQMD, BAAQMD, RECLAIM, PADEP, SJVAPCD).

The company's product portfolio is anchored by two proprietary platforms: NetDAHS Edge, a web-based DAHS software with push technology, fleet-level cross-facility aggregation, cylinder inventory management with QR-code scanning, automated ECMPS EDR reporting, and the EdgeTrace widget-level data traceability feature; and the SEAL Controller, a rack-mounted hardware data controller with a 7-inch touchscreen, up to 960 data channels, dual-NIC network segregation, and full Modbus support. Around these platforms, Cemtek integrates a broad measurement-technology stack covering extractive and dilution CEMS, FTIR, Tunable Diode Laser (TDL) including Integrated Path cross-stack CEMS, Differential Optical Absorption Spectroscopy (DOAS), Quantum Cascade Laser analyzers, and mercury CEMS / sorbent trap systems (Tekran, Apex). Revenue is generated across four streams: one-time CEMS system design-build-install-commission-certify sales, recurring NetDAHS Edge software licensing and support contracts, nationwide 24/7 field services performed by 38 trained technicians holding 274+ combined years of CEMS experience, and consolidated CEMS parts supply through dual East/West Coast depots enabling late-day shipping. The company self-positions as the largest CEMS integration firm in the U.S., with named reference customers spanning UCLA Cogen Facility, CalPortland Cement, and a confidential refinery integrated-path fenceline deployment.

Name

Cemtek

Legal name

CEMTEK KVB-Enertec™

Website

https://cemteks.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

CEMTEK KVB-Enertec is a U.S. CEMS integrator that designs, builds, installs, and services custom Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems and its proprietary NetDAHS Edge DAHS software for refineries, utilities, cement, and other industrial operators under EPA 40 CFR Parts 60, 63, and 75.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Emissions Monitoring Systems

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516), Environmental Consulting Services (541620), Engineering Services (541330)

SIC

Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Measuring & Controlling Devices, Nec (3829)

akta.pro primary industry

Stack/Source Emissions Testing & CEMS Support (EUAHACAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS) & Stack Testing (EUAHADAA), Emissions Controls & Environmental Retrofit Services (SCR/FGD/ESP, CEMS) (EUAEALAL)

Keywords

• Continuous emissions monitoring
• Environmental compliance systems
• Emissions monitoring software
• Industrial air monitoring
• Stack gas analyzers

Headquarters

HQ city

Santa Ana

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. CEMS System Sales (Design, Build, Install, Commission, Certify): Custom-engineered Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS) and Data Acquisition Handling Systems (DAHS). The company designs, builds, installs, commissions, certifies, trains, and supports CEMS and process monitoring systems for compliance and non-compliance applications. Revenue from system sales includes both hardware (analyzers, samplers, shelters) and software (NetDAHS Edge).
2. Field Services and Maintenance: 24/7 emergency repair operations, contract services (short and long-term), preventative maintenance, linearities, CGA certifications, audits, training, and problem-solving support. Provided by 38 technicians nationwide with over 274 combined years of CEMS experience.
3. CEMS Parts and Components Supply: Supply of spare parts and components for all CEMS makes including Thermo, API, Tekran, Siemens, Rosemount, Sick, Horiba and others. Parts depots on both east coast and west coast enable same-day and late-day shipping. One-vendor, one-PO, one-invoice consolidated parts supply model.
4. NetDAHS Edge Software Licensing and Support: NetDAHS Edge DAHS software with version-specific licensing. Version 9.5.0 SP1 required for ECMPS 2.0 JSON EDR compliance. Minimum Windows OS 2016 and SQL Server 2016 requirements. Software support contracts include training sessions (Annual User Group, Advanced Training) and regulatory compliance updates.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

CEMTEK KVB-Enertec designs, builds, installs, commissions, certifies, trains, and supports custom-engineered Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS) and Data Acquisition Handling Systems (DAHS) for industrial and utility customers needing environmental compliance with EPA 40 CFR Parts 60, 63, and 75. The company's two flagship offerings are the proprietary NetDAHS Edge™ web-based DAHS compliance reporting software and the SEAL Controller hardware data controller, supported by a 38-technician nationwide field service organization and consolidated parts supply across all major CEMS manufacturers.

Product overview

CEMTEK KVB-Enertec is a leading supplier of custom-engineered Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS) and Data Acquisition Handling Systems (DAHS) for environmental compliance. The product portfolio centers on two flagship offerings: NetDAHS Edge™ (web-based DAHS software for compliance reporting and fleet management) and SEAL Controller (hardware data controller with touchscreen interface for emissions data collection). These core platforms support a comprehensive suite of specialized CEMS solutions including Dilution Extractive CEMS, Fully Extractive CEMS, Fenceline Monitoring, Refinery Petrochem CEMS, Mercury Sorbent Trap Systems, and Ambient Air Monitoring Systems. The company also offers advanced gas analysis technologies such as Tunable Diode Lasers (TDL), Differential Optical Absorption Spectroscopy (DOAS), Quantum Cascade Laser Analyzers, FTIR, and traditional gas analyzers using NDIR, chemiluminescence, FID, and CRDS technologies. Supporting services include CEMS engineering, installation, commissioning, certification, training, parts supply, and nationwide 24/7 field service with 38 technicians across the US.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• NetDAHS Edge: Web-based Data Acquisition and Handling System (DAHS) software platform for air emissions compliance reporting, featuring push technology for live data access across multiple users and facilities.
• SEAL Controller
• LaserCEMS

Products and services

• NetDAHS Edge™ Web-based Data Acquisition and Handling System (DAHS) software for air emissions compliance reporting. Features push technology for live data sharing, CEMS hourly views, cylinder inventory management with QR code scanning, monitoring plan management, work slates, trend slates, fleet management for cross-server data aggregation, automated EDR reporting, and EdgeTrace for widget-level data traceability. Supports 40 CFR 60/63/75 compliance and ECMPS 2.0 JSON EDR reporting.
• SEAL Controller Modern, scalable data controller hardware for emissions data collection and reporting with 19-inch rack mount package, 7-inch full-color touchscreen, up to 960 data channels, local data storage, USB expansion, dual NIC for network segregation, full Modbus support (RS485/TCP/IP), and optional Cylinder Scanner for automated calibration gas cylinder management via QR code scanning.
• Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS) Custom-engineered Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems including Dilution Extractive CEMS for source-level monitoring and Fully Extractive CEMS for measuring NOx, CO2, CO, SO2, HCl, SO3, O2, THC, NMHC, CH4, Hg, O3, H2S and other gases. Also includes Refinery Petrochem CEMS with Class I Division II systems and Gas Chromatograph capabilities. Includes CEMS sampling interface systems with heated probe, sample lines, refrigerated condenser, thermo-electric cooler, or permeation dryer gas conditioning.
• Fenceline Monitoring Systems Integrated path fenceline monitoring equipment for refinery applications meeting BAAQMD requirements. Includes Honeywell organic gas detectors, Argos Scientific open path UV DOAS, TDL for H2S measurement, and Kassay FTIR open path units in a turnkey package.
• Mercury CEMS and Sorbent Trap Systems Mercury monitoring systems including Tekran Hg CEMS for process monitoring and Apex Mercury Sorbent Trap System for compliance with mercury measurement standards such as MATS.
• Ambient Air Monitoring Systems Ambient monitoring systems for area monitoring for safety and health studies, including low-level measurements of pollutants in ambient air.
• CEMS Field Services and Maintenance Nationwide field service including 24/7 emergency repair operations, contract services (short and long-term), preventative maintenance, linearities, CGA certifications, audits, training, and problem-solving support. Staffed with 38 trained CEMS service technicians with over 274 years of combined experience. Emergency services available via dedicated phone lines (714-904-4404 for CEMS, 267-549-6648 for DAHS).
• CEMS Parts and Components Supply Supply of parts and components for all major CEMS manufacturers including Thermo, API, CAI, Siemens, Rosemount, Tekran, Sick, M&C, Horiba and others. Parts depots on East and West Coasts enable same-day and late-day shipping (up to 6:00pm PST from West Coast depot). One-vendor, one-PO, one-invoice consolidated parts supply model with convenient e-commerce website and technical assistance when ordering.
• NetDAHS Edge Advanced User Training In-person advanced training programs for the NetDAHS Edge DAHS software covering hands-on configuration workshops. Free for NetDAHS Edge contracted users; $899 registration fee for non-contracted users. Includes 2 days of training, materials, breakfast, lunch, and completion certificate. Hotel, travel, and parking not included for non-contracted attendees.

Quantifiable outcome

• Zero failed certification tests across all monitoring systems installed.
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• SICK AG: German-headquartered manufacturer of gas analyzers and integrated CEMS/dilution extractive systems used by Cemtek and sold competitively against it across refineries, utilities, and cement. Most direct analog on the hardware-integration axis with comparable EPA Parts 60/75 focus.
• HORIBA: Global supplier of stack gas analyzers, FTIR, and CEMS platforms serving the same refinery, petrochemical, utility, and cement end-markets as Cemtek. Randy Thompson's earlier 12 years at Anarad (acquired by HORIBA) underscores its status as a head-to-head CEMS competitor.
• AMETEK: Provides process and analytical instrumentation including CEMS-grade analyzers and is a comparable niche-industrial peer with strengths in continuous monitoring for emissions and process applications, overlapping Cemtek's refinery and utility customer base.
• Ecotech: Australia-based manufacturer of ambient air quality and emissions monitoring instrumentation (gas analyzers, particulates, calibration) with comparable continuous-monitoring product categories serving environmental compliance end-users.

Broad incumbents

• Thermo Fisher Scientific: Through its Environmental Instruments division (formerly Thermo Electron), it manufactures CEMS analyzers and software that Cemtek resells parts for and competes against on integrated systems; a broad incumbent whose portfolio overlaps Cemtek's stack-monitoring offering at much greater scale.
• Siemens Energy: Delivers CEMS solutions and is also a Cemtek qualified customer/partner (Siemens Energy) via the historical KVB/GE heritage. Overlaps with Cemtek in utility-scale emissions monitoring and digital DAHS-style software for power generation.
• ABB: Through its Measurement & Analytics business, ABB sells continuous emissions analyzers, FTIR/NDIR analyzers, and digital reporting software that compete with Cemtek's integrated CEMS-plus-DAHS offering across power, refining, and cement.
• Endress+Hauser: Global process measurement and emissions analytics vendor whose analyzer portfolio (NDIR, FTIR, in-situ laser) and digital reporting software serve overlapping industrial compliance applications, making it a comparable broader-scope peer in the same end markets.

Others

• Babcock & Wilcox (B&W): Former owner of KVB-Enertec before Ty Smith's 2018 acquisition; B&W continues to operate in power generation services and emissions control retrofits, providing a direct historical-ancestor and adjacent-emissions-controls reference point.

Emerging players

• Aclima: California-based hyperlocal air quality and emissions monitoring startup building fenceline/continuous air sensor networks for refineries and communities — partial overlap with Cemtek's BAAQMD fenceline refinery offering but a much earlier-stage, data-services-led competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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