Solidyne

Name

Solidyne

Legal name

Solidyne Control International, Inc.

Website

https://solidyne.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1969

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Building Automation Controls

SIC

Auto Controls For Regulating Residential & Comml Environments (3822)

akta.pro primary industry

Distributed Control Systems (DCS) (IMAGABAC)

Keywords

• Direct digital control
• Building automation systems
• HVAC controllers
• BACnet DDC controllers
• Temperature control sensors

Headquarters

HQ city

Rolling Meadows

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales: Solidyne generates revenue through the sale of building automation hardware including controllers (SAM, M2, M2V, PNT1), servers (JACE, iNET), sensors (temperature, current), output peripherals, and communication modules.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Solidyne designs and manufactures browser-based Direct Digital Control (DDC) systems for building automation and temperature control. Its hardware portfolio includes unitary and VAV controllers, touchscreen thermostats, integration servers, wireless sensors, and a range of temperature/current sensors, all built on open BACnet/IP and BACnet/MSTP protocols with full Niagara Framework compatibility.

Product overview

Solidyne is a building automation and temperature controls company that offers a comprehensive portfolio of Direct Digital Control (DDC) products organized into five main categories: Controllers (SAM family with BACnet/IP and WIFI including SAM-25/15/8 unitary controllers and SAM-V VAV controller; M2 family including M2 Universal Controller, M2V VAV Controller, M2D small equipment controller, and M2-Di digital input controller; PNT1 WiFi BACnet touchscreen thermostat; SIMON-1 LoRa wireless wall sensor), Servers (JACE front-end browser-based integration controller supporting multiple protocols; iNET Server hardware platform for InetSupervisor software), Sensors (WTS, ZTS, DU-1 wall temperature sensors; outdoor temperature/light sensors; duct, well, strap-on, and general temperature sensors; current sensors; SIMON-1 wireless sensor), Software and Communication Modules (ICMS 5.0 programming/commissioning software; AX Workbench and AX Supervisor for Niagara; Solidyne Niagara Driver; M204/M205 USB to RS485 adapters; M204-NET Ethernet to RS485; M204-AN serial to RS485), and Output Peripherals (RM-5, RM-10-2C, RM-16-1C relays; TR-24 transformer). The product ecosystem centers on BACnet/IP and BACnet/MSTP communication protocols and full Niagara Framework compatibility. The company also maintains a large catalog of legacy products including IZAC, sLON, and earlier controller families.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• SAM Family Controllers Universal DDC controllers (SAM-25, SAM-15, SAM-8) using BACnet/IP and Sedona Framework with Ethernet and WIFI connectivity. Fully programmable with multiple I/O configurations for building automation integrators and end users.
• SAM-V VAV VVT Controller Wireless WiFi-based VAV/VVT controller with BACnet/IP, Sedona Framework, and TCOM open communication protocols. Features integrated Belimo actuator and onboard CFM flow sensor.
• M2 Universal Controller Fully programmable unitary controller for RTUs, HPs, FCUs, AHUs and central plant operations (boiler/chiller). 8 universal inputs, 8 analog outputs, 8 relay/triac outputs with HOA switches, real-time clock, 365-day calendar, native BACnet/MSTP.
• M2V VAV Controller Variable Air Volume controller with plug-in modules for flow sensing, actuator and external relay control. Controls up to 4 actuators, peer-to-peer/standalone/networkable, 100% compatible with IZAC controllers, ICMS software, and Tridium Niagara via BACnet MS/TP.
• M2D Small Equipment Controller Low cost universal controller built on the M2-V chassis for Heat Pump type applications requiring few inputs/outputs. Includes a 4-channel relay card (M2-R4).
• M2-Di Digital Input Controller Digital input controller on the M2 hardware platform with one or two M2-CDI plug-in modules providing up to 16 digital inputs. No digital output functionality.
• PNT1 WiFi BACnet Touchscreen Thermostat BACnet/IP touchscreen thermostat with Ethernet and WIFI ports, Sedona Framework, 4.3-inch color touchscreen, temperature and humidity sensors, 5 relay outputs, 2 analog 0-10v outputs, 2 universal inputs. For RTU, HP, and FCU applications.
• SIMON-1 LoRa Wireless Wall Sensor and Receiver LoRa wireless wall sensor and receiver providing long-distance communication for building automation. Available in SIMON-WS (wall sensor) and SIMON-R (receiver) variants.
• JACE Integration Server Browser-based front-end device that integrates dissimilar building systems (LonWorks, BACnet, Modbus, proprietary networks) into a unified graphical interface. 100% Niagara compatible. Available in JACE300, JACE600, JACE700 models.
• iNET Server Hardware platform hosting InetSupervisor software in a wall mount enclosure for small to medium controls networks. Provides open-architecture browser-based graphical interface, optimized for M2 networks, ICMS pre-loaded.
• ICMS 5.0 Windows-based software to program and commission Solidyne legacy and BACnet controllers. Supports device labeling, area scheduling, program development, I/O configuration, database management, dynamic graphics, and remote firmware updates.
• AX Workbench Windows or Linux based programming and commissioning tool for Niagara-based JACE devices and Sedona-based devices.
• AX Supervisor Enterprise software package that allows multiple JACE controllers to appear as one unified system and offloads historical data storage for extended retention. Compatible with MSSQL and mySQL.
• Solidyne Niagara Driver Driver for all JACE devices (min Niagara 3.7 AX / 4.4 N4) supporting Solidyne IZAC and M2 unitary and VAV controllers, with a 2-hour demo runtime for evaluation.
• M204/M205 USB and Ethernet to RS485 Adapters Communication adapters connecting PCs and networks to Solidyne RS-485 controllers, including M204-USB, M205-USB, M204-NET (Ethernet/serial tunneling over TCP/IP), and M204-AN serial adapters.
• Relays and Transformers (RM-5, RM-10-2C, RM-16-1C, TR-24) Output peripheral relays including daisy-chainable 24VAC relay with HOA switch, DPDT relay, slim relay up to 16A, and a 24VAC isolation transformer for noise isolation.
• Current Sensors (CT-200, CT-300, CS-30A, CS-30C) Current sensing products including split core 100A transducer, split core current switches, and solid core current switch with low trip point.
• WTS Wall Temperature Sensor Family Wall mount zone temperature sensors with options for slide comfort adjustment, 3-digit LED display, ambient light, and humidity. Dual RJ45 connectors for daisy-chain CAT-5 wiring.
• ZTS Wall Temperature Sensor Family Family of wall mount zone temperature sensors with override switch, comfort adjustment, humidity, LCD displays, and guest-room variant with fan control.
• DU-1 Wall Zone Temp Sensor Wall zone temperature sensor with 32-character alphanumeric LCD display, program buttons, setpoint adjustment, programmable override, and optional password protection.
• Outdoor, Duct, Well, Strap-On and General Temperature Sensors Range of temperature and light sensors for diverse mounting needs including outdoor air sensors, telescopic and fixed duct probes, stainless steel well sensors, cast aluminum strap-on pipe sensors, and general purpose sensors in 10K/3K/100K Ohm variants.
• Legacy Products Extensive catalog of legacy building automation controllers and modules including IZAC series, sLON LON controllers, M202 communication modules, AO4 analog output module, wireless sensors, energy management controllers, and other earlier models, many still available for purchase.

Quantifiable outcome

• Energy savings through demand (KW) and consumption (KWH) reduction
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments9 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration12 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• WESTCOcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWESTCO is the master distributor for Solidyne controls. They manage distribution across the dealer network for Solidyne products.
• TridiumcoreTechnology or IntegrationSolidyne products are 100% Niagara Framework compatible. The JACE controller integrates with Solidyne products through BACnet/MSTP and Sedona protocols. Niagara AX and N4 compatibility ensures interoperability with Tridium's ecosystem.

Scale indicators2 records

Broad incumbents

• Johnson Controls: Global BAS incumbent owning Automated Logic, Facility Explorer, and Metasys. Competes with Solidyne on enterprise and mid-market DDC projects, though with a much broader services-led portfolio.
• Schneider Electric (EcoStruxure Building): Owns TAC, Andover Continuum, and Satchwell BAS lines. Competes in the same DDC controller and integration-server space as Solidyne, especially in commercial and institutional buildings.
• Honeywell Building Technologies: Incumbent through Niagara Framework (Tridium) and its own WebS-AX/Forge ecosystem. Overlaps with Solidyne's protocol-agnostic positioning but at vastly larger scale, including competing JACE-style integration servers.

Direct peers

• LOYTEC electronics: European BACnet, LonWorks, and Modbus controller/automation server vendor (now under Delta Electronics). Comparable as a specialist DDC manufacturer with similar protocol-agnostic, integrator-focused positioning.
• KMC Controls: Mid-sized U.S. manufacturer of BACnet DDC controllers, VAV controllers, and building automation peripherals with strong dealer/distributor network — directly comparable to Solidyne's product breadth and channel model.
• Distech Controls: BACnet-native and Eclypse IP-based building automation controllers and room devices (now owned by Acuity Brands). Comparable as a specialist DDC controller vendor competing in the same mid-market integrator channel.
• Contemporary Controls: Privately held BASvendor specializing in BACnet, Modbus, and Sedona Framework controllers, gateways, and routers. Closely matched niche peer with overlapping protocol stack and OEM-style product mix.
• Automated Logic Corporation: A long-standing BACnet-based DDC and building automation controller manufacturer (now part of Carrier/UTC). Direct competitor to Solidyne's M2/SAM lines for unitary, VAV, and central plant control applications.
• Reliable Controls: Privately held Canadian BAS vendor focused on BACnet-native DDC controllers, thermostats, and integration servers. Closely comparable mid-sized niche peer with open-protocol philosophy and dealer-channel distribution.

Others

• Belimo: Global actuator and valve manufacturer that is also an existing Solidyne technology partner (Belimo actuators integrated into SAM-V). Comparable as a building-automation component supplier with HVAC channel overlap rather than direct controller competition.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/SolidyneCorp
• Facebookfacebook.com/solidyne

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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