Mariel

What Mariel does

Mariel S.r.l. is an Italian private company, founded in 1979, that manufactures and distributes refrigerant gases, specialty chemicals, and diagnostic equipment for the refrigeration and air conditioning industry. The company operates under the Nevada Refrigerants master brand and a portfolio of sub-brands (IdeaTronic, RevoPro, Sanet, TurboMap, A/C Flush, Watergas, XFinder) covering HFC, HFO, and hydrocarbon refrigerants, complementary chemical products (oils, tracers, leak sealers, cleaning solutions), patented modular diagnostic and recharging systems, welding kits, and specialty gases including food-grade variants.

The company serves three primary customer segments: industrial and civil HVAC professionals (frigoristi), automotive A/C specialists (autofficine), and wholesale distributors (grossisti). Its business model is B2B sales-led, with one-time transactional revenue generated through five streams: refrigerant gas sales, technical and food gas sales, chemical products, equipment and tools, and cylinder refilling/testing services. Distribution is conducted through direct commercial contacts (phone and email), a multilingual website (Italian, English, French, Spanish), and channel partners across Europe, South America (Brazil), and Africa (Tunisia). Mariel is subject to direction and coordination by Sapio Produzione Idrogeno Ossigeno S.r.l., its corporate parent, and maintains ISO9001, F-GAS (EU 2024/573), T-PED, REACH, and CLP certifications.

Mariel's core technical platform centers on the patented IdeaTronic system, available in industrial (IdeaT, IdeaT/V) and automotive (CS, CS2, CS2+) variants, which provides portable handheld diagnosis, vacuum, and recharging with gram-level precision and compatibility across all refrigerant types including flammable new-generation gases (R32, R290, R600a, R1234yf). The product format range spans from 300g disposable cylinders to 800 kg isotanks, addressing both individual technicians and large industrial customers.

Name

Mariel

Legal name

Mariel S.r.l.

Website

https://mariel.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

1979

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Mariel S.r.l. is an Italian manufacturer and distributor of refrigerant gases, specialty chemicals, and diagnostic equipment serving HVAC professionals, automotive A/C specialists, and wholesalers across Europe, South America, and Africa under the Nevada Refrigerants brand.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

HVAC Refrigerants and Chemicals

NAICS

Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (333415), Automatic Environmental Control Manufacturing for Residential, Commercial, and Appliance Use (334512), Refrigeration Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers (423740), Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (33341)

SIC

Refrigeration & Service Industry Machinery (3580), Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585), Steam & Air-Conditioning Supply (4961), Chemicals & Allied Products (2800)

akta.pro primary industry

Refrigeration Components & Controls (Compressors, Valves, Sensors) (IMAHAKAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

HVAC, Water Heaters & Indoor Air Quality Distribution (CRAOAFAJ), Refrigerants & F-Gas Accounting and Verification (HFCs, Kigali/EU F-gas) (EUAHADAK), Automotive Coolant & Refrigerant Circuit Components (Pumps/Valves/Reservoirs/Expansion Devices) (IMACALAE), Gas Handling Equipment & Storage (Cylinders/Tanks/Valves) (IMAEACAL)

Keywords

• Refrigerant gases
• HVAC equipment
• Automotive air conditioning
• Chemical maintenance products
• Refrigeration tools

Headquarters

HQ city

Piemonte

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Refrigerant Gas Sales: Sale of refrigerant gases in various cylinder formats (from 1 liter to isotanks up to 800 kg), including both traditional (R134a, R404A, R410A) and new-generation low-GWP gases (R448A, R449A, R452A, R32, R600a, R290, R1234yf). Covers industrial, commercial, and automotive sectors.
2. Technical and Food Gas Sales: Sale of technical gases (nitrogen, argon, oxygen, nitrogen-hydrogen, CO2) and food-grade gases (argon E938, nitrogen E941, CO2 E290) in disposable cylinders (300g to 10kg).
3. Chemical Products: Sale of chemical products for HVAC maintenance including: synthetic oils (POE/PAG), UV tracers, glycol antifreeze, leak stop products, cleaning/flushing solutions (Nevada Flush, Sanet, Climafresh), and RevoPro system consumables (tracer refills, leak stop refills, revitilizers).
4. Equipment and Tools: Sale of equipment including Pumpair portable inflators, nitrogen and nitrogen-hydrogen kits, quick couplers, manifold gauges, reduction valves, welding kits (Turbo Map, ProWelding), and IdeaTronic diagnostic systems and accessories.
5. Cylinder Refilling and Testing Services: Services including cylinder refilling, testing, laboratory analysis, safety consulting, and disposal of old refrigerant gases, technical gases, and food gases.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Mariel manufactures and distributes a broad portfolio of refrigerant gases (HFC, HFO, and hydrocarbon-based including R134a, R404A, R410A, R32, R1234yf, R600a, R290), complementary chemical maintenance products (synthetic oils, UV tracers, glycols, leak stoppers, flushing and sanitizing solutions), and proprietary diagnostic/recharging equipment (IdeaTronic systems) for industrial/civil HVAC and automotive air conditioning professionals. The company also offers cylinder refilling, testing, laboratory analysis, safety consulting, and disposal services, covering the full lifecycle of refrigeration and air conditioning systems.

Product overview

Mariel is a manufacturer and distributor of chemical products, equipment, and gases for the refrigeration and air conditioning industry, serving both industrial/HVAC and automotive segments. The product portfolio is organized around several interconnected product lines: the Nevada Refrigerants sub-brand covers refrigerant gases (HFC, HFO, and hydrocarbon-based); a broad chemical line includes RevoPro (injection tools), tracers, oils (PAG/POE), glycols, leak stoppers, and cleaning/sanitization products (Nevada Flush, Sanet, Climafresh, Glicogelo, Nevada Clean-L); equipment includes the patented IdeaTronic diagnostic/recharging systems (IdeaTronic for industry, IdeaTronic CS/CS2 for automotive), Pumpair inflators, nitrogen/azoidro test kits, and welding kits (Turbo Map, ProWelding); and specialty gases cover food-grade gases (Argon E938, Nitrogen E941, CO2 E290) and technical gases. The company also offers Ultra Ozone 3 ozone generators for cabin sanitization. Products are distributed through wholesalers, installers, and auto repair shops across business, industrial, and automotive markets.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Nevada Refrigerants Mariel's primary brand of refrigerant gases covering HFC, HFO, and hydrocarbon refrigerants including R134a, R404A, R410A, R448A, R449A, R452A, R32, R600a, R290, and R1234yf, sold in cylinder formats from 1 liter to 800 kg isotanks for industrial, commercial, and automotive sectors.
• IdeaTronic / IdeaT / IdeaT/V (Industrial) Patented portable handheld digital system for diagnosing, vacuuming, and recharging civil and industrial refrigeration and A/C systems. Features large display, multilingual software, digital decimal vacuum gauge, and precision charging accurate to the gram. Weighs 1.2 kg. Compatible with all refrigerant gases including flammable new-generation types.
• IdeaTronic CS / CS2 / CS2+ (Automotive) Modular handheld system for diagnosis, vacuum, and recharge of automotive A/C systems, available in three configurations: CS (base), CS2 (with vacuum pump), and CS2+ (with vacuum pump and refrigerant recovery). Weighs 1.3 kg. Compatible with R134a and R1234yf refrigerants.
• RevoPro Innovative chemical injection gun system for HVAC maintenance. Allows tracer injection and leak detection even on charged systems (max 5 bar) via a non-return valve adapter. Features a graduated syringe with 1 ml to 5 ml dosage adjustment. Works with all refrigerant gases including flammable types (R600a, R290, R32).
• Pumpair Portable nitrogen inflator with a 110-liter cylinder for pressurizing boiler expansion vessels. Lightweight and compact for on-site rapid interventions without needing an air compressor.
• Ultra Ozone 3 Cold plasma ozone generator for sanitizing vehicle interiors, eliminating odors and pathogens without harmful residues. Ozone naturally reverts to oxygen. Application time 25-50 minutes depending on vehicle size.
• R1234yf Refrigerant Gas Next-generation low-GWP (GWP=4) refrigerant gas for automotive A/C systems, approximately 335 times lower GWP than R134a. Available in formats from 1L to 5L cylinders.
• R134a Refrigerant Gas HFC refrigerant gas (GWP=1430) for automotive A/C systems, used in vehicles registered before 2012. Available in formats from 1L to 850 kg cylinders.
• Turbo Map Welding Kit Portable welding kit for aluminum refrigeration and A/C components including condensers and evaporators. Includes propane gas refills, adjustable torch, replaceable tips, and Chill Gel heat dissipator. Cadmium-free welding rods.
• ProWelding Certified lightweight portable oxyacetylene welding kit using interchangeable 1L or 2L oxygen cylinders at 110 bar with pressure regulator and valve. Includes flame arrestor valves for safety.
• Kit Azoto / Kit Azoidro Nitrogen kit with pressure balancer for leak testing, flushing, and calibration of HVAC systems. The Azoidro kit uses nitrogen-hydrogen mixture for detecting micro-leaks in refrigeration and A/C circuits.
• Food Gases (Argon E938, Nitrogen E941, CO2 E290) Food-grade gases for beverage carbonation (beer, wine, sparkling water), wine preservation and bottling, and food packaging. Disposable cylinders available in 300g, 600g, 1.3kg, 4kg, and 10kg formats, some with residual valves.
• Technical Gases (Oxygen, Nitrogen, Argon, Nitrogen-Hydrogen, CO2) Technical gases for welding, aquarium CO2 injection, system pressurization, leak detection, and shielding gas applications. Disposable cylinders in 300g to 10kg formats.
• Cylinder Refilling, Testing and Disposal Services Services including cylinder refilling, cylinder testing, laboratory analysis, safety consulting, and disposal of old refrigerant gases, technical gases, and food gases.

Quantifiable outcome

• R1234yf has GWP of 4, which is 335 times lower than R134a (GWP = 1430)
• +2 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Sapio Produzione Idrogeno Ossigeno S.r.l.coreOthersMariel S.r.l. is subject to direction and coordination by Sapio Produzione Idrogeno Ossigeno S.r.l. This indicates a parent-subsidiary relationship where Sapio controls Mariel's strategic direction and coordination. Sapio is a producer of hydrogen and oxygen gases, which are relevant to Mariel's technical gas product line (including nitrogen-hydrogen mixtures for leak detection).

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Tazzetti S.p.A. Italian-based refrigerant gas manufacturer and distributor serving HVAC, refrigeration, and industrial customers across Europe. Tazzetti is the most direct domestic peer to Mariel, competing in the same Italian and Southern European wholesale channels with a similar refrigerant-plus-chemicals portfolio.
• A-Gas: UK-headquartered global specialist in refrigerant gas reclamation, supply, and lifecycle services. A-Gas is a direct competitor in refrigerant distribution, reclaimed HFC/HFO supply, and regulatory-driven services that mirror Mariel's full-lifecycle value proposition.
• Climalife (Dehon Group): European refrigerant distributor and specialist under Dehon Group, focused on HFC, HFO, and natural refrigerants for HVAC and industrial applications. Climalife is a direct peer in the European refrigerant distribution market with overlapping customer segments in installers and industrial cooling.
• Gas Servei S.A. Spanish refrigerant gas manufacturer and distributor serving HVAC, refrigeration, and automotive segments. Gas Servei is a direct peer in Southern European refrigerant distribution with comparable product range and customer base.
• Refron: US-based refrigerant gas supplier and reclaimer serving HVAC contractors, wholesalers, and industrial customers. Refron is a direct peer in refrigerant distribution and lifecycle services, comparable in business model though operating primarily in North America.
• Robinair (SPX Technologies): Global manufacturer of A/C service equipment for the automotive aftermarket, including recovery, recycling, and recharging machines. Robinair is a direct peer to Mariel's IdeaTronic CS automotive diagnostic/recharging product line, serving the same autofficina customer segment.
• Bosch Automotive Service Solutions: Bosch's automotive service equipment division produces A/C service stations, refrigerant recovery units, and diagnostic tools for workshops. It is a direct peer to Mariel in the automotive A/C service equipment category, with global scale advantages.
• Castel S.r.l. Italian manufacturer of refrigeration components including valves, solenoids, and line components for HVAC and refrigeration systems. Castel is a direct peer in the Italian refrigeration components market, complementary to Mariel's gas and chemical portfolio.

Broad incumbents

• Linde plc: Global industrial gas major with broad HVAC, refrigerant, and specialty gas offerings sold alongside its core industrial gas portfolio. Linde is a broad incumbent that overlaps Mariel's technical and refrigerant gas categories but at a vastly larger scale.
• Air Liquide: Global industrial gas major with refrigerant and specialty gas product lines for HVAC, food, and industrial customers. Air Liquide is a broad incumbent that competes with Mariel's parent Sapio and overlaps in technical and food gases.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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