Schulz of America

What Schulz of America does

Schulz of America Inc. is the US distribution and sales subsidiary of Schulz Compressores Ltda., a Brazilian industrial manufacturer founded in 1963 in Joinville, Santa Catarina, and recognized as the largest air compressor manufacturer in Latin America. The company designs and manufactures a complete portfolio of compressed air equipment including reciprocating piston compressors (lubricated and oil-less), rotary screw compressors (fixed-speed and variable-speed), scroll compressors, compressor pumps for OEM and aftermarket, ASME-certified air receiver tanks, refrigeration air dryers, coalescing filters, specialty lubricants, and spare parts. Proprietary technology includes the patented IC-TECH integrated high-efficiency stage connection for the Audaz heavy-duty series, oil-free technology with antibacterial internal tank coating for biosafety-critical applications, R513a refrigerant adoption for air dryers, and frequency-inverter variable-speed control for the SRP 4000 Flex line designed for 24/7 operation at up to 113°F.

The US entity operates from a $2.5 million, 30,000 sq ft headquarters and distribution facility in Acworth, Georgia (occupied since 2021) and a second distribution center opened in Santa Fe Springs, California in June 2024. Schulz of America generates revenue through hardware sales to leading US resellers of machines and tools, specialized compressed air e-commerce outlets, manufacturer representatives covering every US state, an Authorized Service Center (ASC) channel partner program with up to 45% discounts and 90-day interest-free terms, and OEM sales of compressor pumps to major vehicle, agricultural machinery, construction equipment, and wind turbine manufacturers. The company serves six primary customer segments—home/DIY, professional/trade, industrial/manufacturing, agriculture/rural, dental/medical, and automotive OEM—and has been the most remembered brand in air compressors and piston compressors in its core Latin American market for 29 consecutive years. Certifications include ASME Section VIII Division 1 (audited annually by Lloyd's Register), ISO 9001, ISO 14001, UL, ETL, and National Board of Pressure Vessel Inspectors registration.

Name

Schulz of America

Legal name

Schulz of America Inc.

Website

https://schulzamerica.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1963

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Schulz of America distributes and sells air compressors, screw compressors, compressor pumps, air dryers, filters, and lubricants manufactured by its Brazilian parent Schulz Compressores, serving home, professional, industrial, automotive OEM, and dental/medical customers across the United States via manufacturer representatives, resellers, and an authorized service center network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Air Compressors

NAICS

Air and Gas Compressor Manufacturing (333912), Pump and Compressor Manufacturing (33391), Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (3334)

SIC

Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585), Wholesale-Industrial Machinery & Equipment (5084)

akta.pro primary industry

Air & Gas Compressors (General Purpose) (IMAHANAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Pneumatic Air Preparation & Distribution (FRL assemblies, manifolds, air headers) (IMAHAGAD), Pump & Compressor Packages (Skids, Booster Sets) (IMAHANAG)

Keywords

• Air compressor manufacturing
• Rotary screw compressors
• Piston compressor systems
• Compressed air treatment
• Industrial air equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Acworth

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Air Compressor Sales: Sale of complete reciprocating, rotary-screw and scroll compressors to distributors, resellers, and end customers
2. Compressor Pump Sales: OEM and aftermarket compressor pumps for original equipment manufacturers and replacement market
3. Air Treatment Products: Refrigeration air dryers, filters, condensate separators, and accessories
4. Lubricants and Spare Parts: Special lubricants and spare parts for compressor maintenance and repair
5. Authorized Service Center Program: Parts and products sales to certified ASC partners at discounted rates (up to 45% discount) with extended payment terms

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Schulz of America manufactures and distributes a complete range of compressed air equipment, including reciprocating (piston) compressors, rotary screw compressors, scroll compressors, OEM and aftermarket compressor pumps, ASME-certified air tanks, refrigeration air dryers, filters, lubricants, and spare parts. Products are organized into a Professional line for trade and light-commercial users and an Industrial line for continuous-duty manufacturing, sold through manufacturer representatives, US machine-and-tool resellers, specialized e-commerce outlets, and an Authorized Service Center (ASC) network.

Product overview

Schulz of America offers a comprehensive portfolio of compressed air solutions comprising piston compressors (lubricated and oil-less), rotary screw compressors (fixed and variable speed), compressor pumps, air tanks, refrigeration air dryers, filters, lubricants, and spare parts. The product range spans two main lines: Professional (targeting trades, workshops, and light commercial applications) and Industrial (for heavy manufacturing and continuous-duty operations). Key sub-brands include the Audaz series with IC-TECH patented technology, the SRP screw compressor family (Dynamic, Compact, and 4000 Flex with variable frequency drive), Heavy Duty piston compressors, and Oil-Less/Scroll compressors for biosafety-critical applications. Products serve diverse markets from home users to industrial manufacturers, with global presence in over 70 countries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Somar: A brand related to Schulz of America's compressed air solutions portfolio.

Quantifiable outcome

• Products present in 70+ countries worldwide
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Ayre Proceso IndustrialcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 May 2024Mexican distributor partnership for dental sector. Collaborated at AMIC Dental expo in Mexico City showcasing oil-free compressors and scroll compressors for dental applications.
• Aire Y Proceso IndustrialcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 7 September 2023Mexican distributor partnership for Expo Nacional Ferretera events. Jointly presented piston compressors, screw compressors, air dryers, and oil-free compressors at trade shows in Guadalajara.
• Cornwell ToolscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 23 March 2023Official supplier of piston compressors to Cornwell Tools. Schulz participated in the 2023 Cornwell Tools Rally convention which gathered over 700 franchisees in Las Vegas.
• Wayne IndustriesminorOthersRelated company under Schulz Group; operates wayne.ind.br website for Somar brand products
• Somar (By Schulz)minorOthersBrand under Schulz Group operated by Somar; offers compressors and related products through somar.com.br and somaronline.com.br platforms
• Shanghai Schulz Machinery Co., Ltd.minorOthersChinese subsidiary of Schulz Group; participates in Canton Fair exhibitions
• Shanghai Schulz Compressor Co., Ltd.minorOthersChinese subsidiary of Schulz Group operating in Shanghai
• Authorized Service Center (ASC) PartnerscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNetwork of certified service center partners receiving up to 45% discounts on parts/products, factory training, technical materials, and marketing support. Schulz offers discounts up to 45% and payment terms up to 90 days interest-free for certified partners.
• Ágora Tech Park / Schulz LabminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInnovation partnership integrating Schulz Lab into the Ágora Tech Park ecosystem; also operates Test Laboratory at Ágora MOB for compressor testing and academic community engagement
• John DeerecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor automotive OEM customer; awarded Best Global Supplier 2021, Innovation Award, Partner recognition, and Best Castings Supplier awards

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Sullair (Hitachi Global Air Power): Long-established US rotary screw compressor manufacturer with a strong industrial and oil-free compressor portfolio. Direct head-to-head competitor in the same North American industrial segment Schulz is targeting.
• Kaishan USA: US arm of Chinese compressor manufacturer Kaishan, selling rotary screw and reciprocating compressors. Direct comparable as a non-US-headquartered compressor brand penetrating the US market against incumbents.
• ELGi Compressors: India-based global compressor manufacturer with growing North American presence in oil-injected and oil-free screw compressors. Comparable cross-border growth story competing for the same US industrial accounts.
• Campbell Hausfeld: US-focused DIY and professional-grade air compressor brand sold through major retailers. Directly competes with Schulz's Professional line in the home/DIY and trade segments.
• Powerex: US manufacturer of oil-less reciprocating compressors and scroll compressors for medical/dental and industrial use. Direct comparable in the oil-free compressor niche where Schulz also competes.
• Quincy Compressor: US maker of reciprocating and rotary screw compressors with strong dealer network across North America. Competes with Schulz in piston compressors for professional and light-industrial customers.
• Ingersoll Rand: US-headquartered global compressor manufacturer offering reciprocating, rotary screw and oil-free compressors, plus air treatment. Overlaps directly with Schulz's industrial and OEM customer base in North America.
• Chicago Pneumatic: Global compressor and power tools brand offering piston and screw compressors and aftermarket parts. Comparable in product mix and channel model (distributor + service partner) to Schulz.
• Atlas Copco: Swedish global leader in air compressors and industrial tools. Directly competes across piston, screw and oil-free compressor lines and serves the same industrial, automotive OEM and professional channels that Schulz targets.

Emerging players

• Rolair Systems: Specialty maker of portable and stationary compressors for construction trades. Overlaps with Schulz's professional/contractor segment on smaller-scale portable compressors.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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