EVAPAR
EVAPAR is a privately held, 113-year-old industrial equipment distributor in Evansville, Indiana, selling, servicing, and renting Generac power generation, Atlas Copco/Quincy compressed air, and Hyundai/Mitsubishi/PSI/FPT industrial engines through six Midwest branches.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1912
- HeadquartersEvansville, United States
- Headcount101–250
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
What EVAPAR does
EVAPAR (legal predecessor Evansville Auto Parts, Inc., founded 1912 in Evansville, Indiana) is a privately held industrial equipment distributor and service provider specializing in three integrated product lines: power generation systems (anchored by its Industrial Distributor agreement with Generac Power Systems across Indiana, Kentucky, Central & Southern Illinois, and Central & Eastern Missouri), compressed air systems (built on Atlas Copco and Quincy Compressor lines plus AIRNET piping, Nano dryers, and a proprietary SmartLink remote monitoring service), and industrial engines (exclusive regional distributor for Hyundai Infracore, plus PSI, FPT, and Mitsubishi). The company operates six full-service branches — Evansville IN (30,000 sq. ft. headquarters with Engine Dyno Test Room and 2,500 sq. ft. Training Center), Indianapolis IN, Fort Wayne IN, Louisville KY, Memphis TN/Olive Branch MS, and St. Louis MO — staffed by 110+ associates and a fleet of 45+ service and delivery vehicles providing 24/7 emergency field service across the central and upper Midwest.
EVAPAR's business model integrates four revenue streams under one accountable point of contact: (1) one-time equipment sales of new generators, compressors, and engines sourced through multi-line OEM authorizations; (2) service and maintenance contracts including preventive maintenance, NFPA 110 testing, load bank testing, oil analysis, and SmartLink subscriptions; (3) parts sales covering OEM and aftermarket replacement components across dozens of supported brands; and (4) equipment rentals of mobile Generac and Atlas Copco units with 24/7 emergency delivery. Pricing is uniformly quote-based across capital equipment and service contracts, with free compressed air audits used as a top-of-funnel lead magnet. Custom engineered turn-key power units, supported by in-house 3D CAD modeling and factory-certified warranty service, address the OEM and export engine segment.
The customer base is heterogeneous and spans industrial manufacturing (Autotech, Accuride), healthcare (multi-MW hospital backup installations), data centers and telecommunications (3MW MPS, 1MW Gemini Twin Pack), pharmaceuticals (4x2MW distribution center backup), gaming and hospitality (4x500kW casino, 1,250kW Omni Hotel), agriculture (4MW MPS), government (Armed Forces Reserve Center, Illinois state youth facility), sports operations (Indianapolis Colts facility), underground coal mining (1,000+ Mitsubishi engines deployed), residential standby power, and light commercial (Honda Premier Dealership). The go-to-market combines direct field sales with regional account managers, inside sales (1-800-489-8264 and dedicated department emails), 24/7 emergency rental dispatch, and a website-centric inbound marketing model. Leadership transitioned from founder Dave Dazey (1978–2021) to President Jason States in 2019.
EVAPAR firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- EVAPAR
- Legal name
- Evansville Auto Parts, Inc. (operating as EVAPAR; incorporated 1928)
- Website
- https://evapar.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1912
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 101–250 employees
- Short description
- EVAPAR is a privately held, 113-year-old industrial equipment distributor in Evansville, Indiana, selling, servicing, and renting Generac power generation, Atlas Copco/Quincy compressed air, and Hyundai/Mitsubishi/PSI/FPT industrial engines through six Midwest branches.
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- akta.pro rank
EVAPAR industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Industrial Power Equipment Distribution & Service
- NAICS
- Air and Gas Compressor Manufacturing (333912), Engine, Turbine, and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing (3336), Pump and Compressor Manufacturing (33391)
- SIC
- Pumps & Pumping Equipment (3561), Engines & Turbines (3510), Misc Industrial & Commercial Machinery & Equipment (3590)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Pump & Compressor Packages (Skids, Booster Sets) (IMAHANAG)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Emission Control & Scrubbing Equipment (Scrubbers, Dust Collectors, Catalytic Systems) (IMAHAEAK), Industrial Gas & Air Separation Equipment (ASU, PSA, Cryogenic Systems) (IMAHAEAI)
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Where EVAPAR is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Evansville
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices6 records
Markets served
EVAPAR business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D
Revenue model
- Equipment Sales: One-time sales of new power generation, compressed air, and industrial engine equipment from Generac, Atlas Copco, Quincy, Hyundai, PSI, Mitsubishi, FPT, and Honda to industrial, commercial, and residential customers.
- Service & Maintenance Contracts: Recurring field service, in-house repair and rebuilding, 24/7 emergency service, preventive maintenance contracts, compressed air audits, leak detection, NFPA 110 testing, load bank testing, oil analysis, and SmartLink remote monitoring subscriptions.
- Parts Sales: Sales of OEM and aftermarket replacement parts across generator, transfer switch, compressed air, and engine product lines, sourced through authorized distributor relationships with dozens of manufacturers.
- Equipment Rentals: Rental of diesel-driven units up to 1600 CFM, electric drive lubricated and oil-free compressors (5-350 HP), mobile generators (Generac Mobile MLG15, MDG100/150/250, Atlas Copco XATS 250/400, GA15FF, GA90VSD+FF, CD185), air treatment equipment, with 24/7 emergency delivery.
- Consulting & Engineering Services: Custom-engineered turn-key packages, compressed air usage audits, energy reduction evaluations, dew point monitoring, generator sizing consultations, and engineering design services for OEM customers.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Pay-as-you-go | Quote-based equipment sales (generators, compressors, engines) |
| Other | Pay-as-you-go | Free Compressed Air Audit (no-cost site evaluation) |
| Subscription | Annual | Maintenance contracts and field service (recurring) |
| Other | Pay-as-you-go | Equipment rentals (short-term and long-term) |
| Other | Pay-as-you-go | Hourly pay disclosed for job postings (reference only) |
Go-to-market motion4 records
Distribution channels7 records
Marketing channels8 records
EVAPAR product offering
Product offeringCore offering
EVAPAR is a full-service industrial equipment distributor and field service provider selling power generation systems, compressed air systems, and industrial engines from leading OEMs (Generac, Atlas Copco, Quincy, Hyundai Infracore, PSI, FPT, Mitsubishi, Honda), supported by in-house service, OEM and aftermarket parts, equipment rentals, and custom-engineered 3D CAD turn-key packages. Sales, service, parts, and rentals are delivered across six Midwest branches with factory-certified technicians available 24/7 for emergency response.
Product overview
EVAPAR is not a single unified software product but rather an integrated industrial equipment distribution and service business organized around three core product lines that share common Service & Maintenance, Parts, Equipment Rentals, and Custom Engineered Solutions infrastructure: (1) Power Generation Systems, anchored by Generac industrial generators plus ASCO/Eaton/Russelectric transfer switches and Modular Power Systems; (2) Compressed Air Systems, built on Atlas Copco and Quincy compressors and complemented by AIRNET piping, Nano dryers, and the proprietary SmartLink remote monitoring feature; and (3) Industrial Engines, representing Hyundai Infracore (new 2025 exclusive regional distributorship), PSI, FPT, and Mitsubishi for OEM and stationary applications, with CDTi Emission Control Systems as an add-on line. Customers engage EVAPAR for sales, service, parts, rentals, maintenance contracts, and consulting through six full-service branches across Indiana, Kentucky, Missouri, and Tennessee, with the entire portfolio delivered under the company motto 'Always Do What's Right.'
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Power Generation Systems Full line of industrial, commercial, and residential power generation equipment sold as the Industrial Distributor for Generac Power Systems across Indiana, Kentucky, Central & Southern Illinois, and Central & Eastern Missouri. Includes gaseous, diesel, Bi-Fuel, Modular Power Systems (MPS) parallelable up to 32 units, Mobile, light commercial, and residential standby generators up to 3.25 MW single gensets, plus complete generator solutions (enclosure packages, fuel tanks, transfer switches, battery chargers, alarm panels, controllers, connection cabinets). Targeted at industrial, commercial, and residential customers needing backup or prime power.
- Compressed Air Systems Compressed air products, service, and support as a distributor for Atlas Copco and Quincy Compressor. Includes oil-free and oil-injected rotary screw compressors, piston compressors, nitrogen generators, CO2 boosters, vacuum/blower solutions, AIRNET piping systems, Nano dryers, and remote monitoring for industrial and manufacturing applications such as food and beverage, pharmaceutical, chemical/petrochemical, semiconductor, medical, automotive paint spraying, and textile.
- Industrial Engines Distributor of diesel and natural gas engines for industrial, construction, mining, power generation, confined space, and agricultural applications. Represents Hyundai Infracore (exclusive regional), PSI (full line distribution), FPT (CNH), and Mitsubishi (small and large bore, plus mining engines). Delivers turn-key, custom-engineered solutions with 3D CAD modeling, factory-certified warranty service, and full parts/service support.
- Service & Maintenance Factory-certified field service and in-house repair/rebuild for compressed air systems, electric generators, transfer switches/switchgear, and large industrial engines of any make or model. Includes 24/7 emergency response, preventive maintenance contracts, air system audits, leak detection, dew point monitoring, load bank testing, thermal imaging, fluid/oil analysis, fuel polishing, NFPA 110 generator testing, and power quality analysis.
- Parts Authorized distributor/dealer for OEM parts across generator, air compressor, and industrial engine lines, plus aftermarket parts. Stocks consumables (filters, fluids, batteries, spark plugs) and complex components (voltage regulators, alternators, wiring harnesses, ECUs, turbos). Known for sourcing hard-to-find and discontinued items across six branch locations.
- Equipment Rentals Rental fleet covering diesel-driven units up to 1600 CFM, electric drive lubricated and oil-free compressors from 5 HP to 350 HP, mobile Generac generators (MDG100, MDG150, MDG250, MLG15), and Atlas Copco compressors (XATS 250, XATS 400, GA15FF, GA90VSD+FF, CD185). Includes air treatment equipment, 24/7 emergency service, and 100 gallons of diesel fuel carried on generator service trucks.
- Emission Control Systems (CDTi) Full-line distribution of CDTi emission control products, with exclusive mining distribution for the underground coal mining market. Bundled with Mitsubishi mining engines; EVAPAR has placed well over 1,000 Mitsubishi mining engines in service.
- Honda Generators and Pumps Backup power generators and gas-powered pumps powered by Honda GX, iGX, or GC-Series four-stroke engines. EVAPAR is a Honda Premier Dealership, serving residential, commercial, construction, rental, and sporting-event applications.
Quantifiable outcome
- Grew annual revenue from less than $1M to over $45M under founder's leadership
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Companies that use EVAPAR
Customer profileNamed customers13 records
Segments5 records
Ideal customer profiles5 records
EVAPAR technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration14 records
Feature5 records
EVAPAR partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
22 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.
- Generac Power Systems / Generac Industrial PowerflagshipEVAPAR has been the Industrial Distributor for Generac Power Systems since the 1950s, with territorial rights across Indiana, Kentucky, Central & Southern Illinois, and Central & Eastern Missouri. EVAPAR sells, services, and supports Generac's full industrial power generation lineup including gaseous, diesel, Bi-Fuel, Modular Power Systems (MPS), Mobile, and residential standby generators up to 3.25 MW single gensets with unlimited paralleling capabilities.
- Hyundai Infracore (HD Hyundai)flagshipEVAPAR is the exclusive regional distributor for Hyundai Infracore industrial engines, offering the full lineup including DM01 (1.8L), DM02 (2.4L), DM03 (3.4L), DX05 (5.0L), DX08 (7.5L), and P24/P34 gaseous engines for construction, irrigation, marine, power generation, and export markets. The DM-series is DPF-free Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V compliant.
- Atlas CopcoflagshipEVAPAR is a proud distributor of Atlas Copco compressed air equipment, offering the full line including rotary screw (oil-injected and oil-free), piston, VSD, nitrogen generators, CO2 boosters, and related AirNet piping. Atlas Copco is described as 'the largest manufacturer of air compressors and compressed air equipment in the world.'
- Quincy CompressorflagshipEVAPAR is an authorized Quincy Compressor dealer (especially strong at the Louisville KY branch), offering rotary screw, piston, oil-free air compressors, vacuum pumps, AirNet piping systems, air treatment, and air/nitrogen boosters. Quincy's reputation for quality dates back to 1920.
- Power Solutions International (PSI)coreEVAPAR distributes PSI's full line of U.S. EPA Certified natural gas (NG) and propane (LP) engines from .97L to 65L displacement for energy, industrial, and transportation markets. PSI engines run on natural gas, propane, gasoline, diesel, and biofuels.
- Mitsubishi Engines / Mitsubishi North AmericaflagshipIn 2001, EVAPAR and Mitsubishi North America teamed up to bring new options to the underground coal mining market. EVAPAR has put well over 1,000 Mitsubishi mining engines into service. Mitsubishi engines range from 11kW to 62kW and 600kW to 2,000kW, meeting all current EPA regulations.
- FPT Powertrain Technologies (CNH)coreEVAPAR distributes FPT diesel engines from 41 – 910 HP for agriculture, construction, marine, mining, and power generation applications, providing fuel-efficient and high-performance solutions.
- Honda Power Equipment (Generators & Pumps)flagshipEVAPAR is a Honda Premier Dealership offering Honda's full line of generators (GX, iGX, GC-Series four-stroke engines) and pumps for residential, commercial, construction, rental, and sporting-event applications.
- ASCO Power TechnologiescoreEVAPAR sources Automatic Transfer Switches from ASCO (along with Russelectric, Thomson Power Systems, Eaton/Cutler-Hammer, Lake Shore Electric, Zenith (ABB & GE)) for industrial and residential power generation applications.
- Eaton / Cutler-HammerminorEVAPAR supplies Eaton/Cutler-Hammer transfer switches and parts as one of several major ATS manufacturers supported alongside ASCO, Russelectric, Thomson Power Systems, Lake Shore Electric, and Zenith (ABB & GE).
- Donaldson Filtration SolutionscoreDonaldson is a value-add partner providing filtration solutions integrated with EVAPAR's industrial engine offerings, supporting engine parts and air/oil/fuel filtration needs across product lines.
- Enovation Controls / Murphy by Enovation ControlscoreEnovation Controls and its Murphy brand are value-add partners integrated into EVAPAR's custom engineered engine and power generation solutions, providing controls, instrumentation, and operator interface products.
- TrystarminorTrystar is a value-add partner offering generator connection cabinets (docking stations) and temporary power solutions integrated into EVAPAR's power generation offerings.
- APC by Schneider ElectricminorAPC by Schneider Electric is supported by EVAPAR for power protection and UPS solutions alongside its power generation product portfolio.
- Nano Purification SolutionsminorNano Purification Solutions is a compressed air treatment partner providing dryers integrated into EVAPAR's compressed air system solutions to remove moisture and contaminants.
- FS Curtis Air CompressorsminorFS Curtis is among the air compressor brands supported by EVAPAR for parts and service, particularly at Fort Wayne and Indianapolis branches.
- Saylor-Beall Air CompressorsminorSaylor-Beall is among the compressed air brands supported by EVAPAR for replacement parts inventory.
- Generac MobilecoreGenerac Mobile provides mobile diesel and gaseous generators distributed and rented by EVAPAR (MLG15, MDG100, MDG150, MDG250 models), including wellhead gas-fueled units parallelable up to 32 units.
- CDTiflagshipEVAPAR is the full-line and mining exclusive distributor for CDTi emission control systems and products, serving industrial and underground coal mining applications with emission filter cleaning and related services.
- Cummins, Kohler, Caterpillar, MTU, Onan, Baldor, Magnum, Aksa, GE Zenith, ABB, Winco, MQ Power, Polar Power, Com Ap Controls, Deep Sea Controls, Kim Hotstart Heaters, Tradewinds, GilletteminorEVAPAR supports parts and service across a broad portfolio of additional generator, transfer switch, and engine brands (Cummins, Kohler, Caterpillar, MTU, Katolight, Onan, Baldor, Magnum, Wisperwatt, Taylor, Aksa, Russelectric, GE, Zenith, Lake Shore Electric, Thomson, Eaton, Elliot-Magnatek, Briggs & Stratton, Tradewinds, Gillette, Winco, MQ Power, ABB, Polar Power, Com Ap Controls, Deep Sea Controls, Kim Hotstart Heaters).
- Quincy, Gardner Denver, Ingersoll Rand, Kaeser, Sullair, Chicago Pneumatic, Graham White, Great Lakes Air, Curtis-Toledo, Pneumatech, Sullivan Palatek, Zeks, Conrader, Leroi, Saylor Beall, Joy Sullivan, KelloggminorEVAPAR supports parts inventory and service for an extensive list of additional compressed air brands including Quincy, Gardner Denver, Ingersoll Rand, Kaeser, Sullair, Chicago Pneumatic, Graham White, Great Lakes Air, Curtis-Toledo, Pneumatech, Sullivan Palatek, Zeks, Conrader, Leroi, Saylor Beall, Joy Sullivan, and Kellogg.
- Mitsubishi, Kubota, John Deere, Detroit Diesel, Continental, Kohler Diesel, Perkins, Robin, Subaru, Wisconsin, Deutz, Hatz, Racor, Wix, Deep Sea Electronics, Firwin, HayesminorEVAPAR is known as one of the premier engine parts sources in the country, supporting an extensive additional portfolio of engine and engine component brands including Mitsubishi, Kubota, John Deere, Detroit Diesel, Continental, Kohler Diesel, Perkins, Robin, Subaru, Wisconsin, Deutz, Hatz, Donaldson, Racor, Wix, Deep Sea Electronics, Firwin, and Hayes.
Scale indicators8 records
Recent moves12 records
Expansion highlights5 records
EVAPAR competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Atlas Copco: Global leader in compressors, vacuum solutions, and air treatment — described as 'the largest manufacturer of air compressors and compressed air equipment in the world.' One of EVAPAR's two flagship compressor OEMs and a competitive threat via direct sales and service networks.
- Cummins Power Generation: Major manufacturer of diesel and gaseous generator sets with its own national distributor and dealer network. EVAPAR services Cummins equipment as a secondary brand but Cummins competes head-to-head with the Generac products EVAPAR distributes.
- Caterpillar Electric Power: Global manufacturer of diesel and gas generator sets from 8 kW to 17,000 kW. Competes with EVAPAR's Generac lineup in industrial standby and prime power applications and sells through its own dealer network (Foley, Quinn).
- Generac Power Systems: Largest manufacturer of backup and prime power generators in North America and EVAPAR's flagship OEM partner since the 1950s. Competes indirectly via direct national-accounts and residential channels that can bypass regional distributors.
- Kohler Power Systems: Industrial and residential generator manufacturer competing directly with Generac. EVAPAR supports Kohler parts and service as a secondary brand; Kohler's own distributor network (including Buckeye Power Sales) competes with EVAPAR's generator business.
- Quincy Compressor: Established compressor manufacturer (since 1920) and one of EVAPAR's two flagship air compressor OEMs. Operates its own distributor network; EVAPAR's compressed air business depends on this authorization continuing.
Direct peers
- Worldwide Power Products: Texas-based industrial power equipment dealer specializing in new and used generators, engines, and switchgear with field service capabilities. Comparable business model focused on industrial power equipment sales and service, though with a different geographic footprint.
- GenServe: Independent industrial generator service and maintenance provider offering 24/7 emergency repair, preventive maintenance, and rentals across the Northeast. Comparable service-led business model with strong recurring revenue from maintenance contracts and generator expertise.
- Buckeye Power Sales: Regional industrial equipment distributor based in Columbus, OH, selling generators (Kohler), compressors (Atlas Copco, Ingersoll Rand), and engines across Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky. Closest peer to EVAPAR with nearly identical three-pillar product mix and overlapping Midwest territory.
Regional players
- Quinn Company: CAT dealer serving California and Nevada with power generation, industrial engines, and equipment services. Same three-pillar industrial equipment distribution model as EVAPAR but on the West Coast, so not a direct geographic competitor.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
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Frequently asked questions about EVAPAR
What does EVAPAR do?
EVAPAR is a full-service industrial equipment distributor and field service provider selling power generation systems, compressed air systems, and industrial engines from leading OEMs (Generac, Atlas Copco, Quincy, Hyundai Infracore, PSI, FPT, Mitsubishi, Honda), supported by in-house service, OEM and aftermarket parts, equipment rentals, and custom-engineered 3D CAD turn-key packages. Sales, service, parts, and rentals are delivered across six Midwest branches with factory-certified technicians available 24/7 for emergency response.
Is EVAPAR a public or private company?
EVAPAR is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was EVAPAR founded?
EVAPAR was founded in 1912. It employs 101 to 250 people.
Where is EVAPAR based?
EVAPAR is headquartered in Evansville, United States, in the North America region.
How does EVAPAR make money?
Five revenue lines are on record. Equipment Sales are the primary driver. The others are service & Maintenance Contracts, parts Sales, equipment Rentals and consulting & Engineering Services.
Who are EVAPAR's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Atlas Copco, Cummins Power Generation, Caterpillar Electric Power, Generac Power Systems, Kohler Power Systems and Quincy Compressor. Direct peers are Worldwide Power Products, GenServe and Buckeye Power Sales. Quinn Company is listed as a regional player.
Does EVAPAR have an API?
No public API is recorded for EVAPAR.
What industry is EVAPAR in?
EVAPAR's product category is Industrial Power Equipment Distribution & Service. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAHANAG, Pump & Compressor Packages (Skids, Booster Sets), with a secondary code of IMAHAEAK, Emission Control & Scrubbing Equipment (Scrubbers, Dust Collectors, Catalytic Systems). Its NAICS code is 333912 and its SIC code is 3561.