Thermo King of the Southeast

What Thermo King of the Southeast does

Thermo King of the Southeast (TKSE) is a private, factory-authorized Thermo King dealership founded in 2005 and headquartered in Orlando, Florida. The company sells, services, and supplies parts for transport temperature-control systems used on trucks, trailers, buses, and rail cars across an eight-location footprint spanning Florida, Georgia, and Mississippi. Its core product portfolio includes Precedent Series trailer refrigeration units, TriPac diesel and all-electric Auxiliary Power Units (APUs), T-80 and Direct Drive truck units, rail refrigeration units, Coldtainer portable containers, ThermoLite solar panels, and ConnectedSuite telematics, alongside OEM parts and accessories distributed under partner brands (Red Dot, MEI, Palfinger, Leyman, WALTCO).

The business operates four revenue streams: one-time equipment sales, parts sales, professional service and repair, and recurring preventative maintenance subscriptions. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed; service is offered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week through dealership locations and mobile repair units. Go-to-market is primarily direct sales to fleet operators and trucking companies (primary segment), long-haul truck drivers with sleeper cabs, bus and specialty vehicle operators, and residential or commercial property owners seeking standby generator solutions.

TKSE operates two wholly-owned subsidiaries — Complete Power Resources (home and commercial standby generators) and Legacy Trailer Rental (refrigerated trailer rentals) — which extend the company beyond its Thermo King dealership roots. The company also participates in Thermo King's Blue Track service excellence program and is part of Thermo King's nationwide network of more than 200 dealer locations. Leadership is held by Edward Corry as President/Owner, and the company is privately held with no disclosed institutional investors, parent company, or funding rounds.

Name

Thermo King of the Southeast

Legal name

Thermo King of the Southeast

Website

https://tksoutheast.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Thermo King of the Southeast is a factory-authorized Thermo King dealership operating 8 locations across Florida, Georgia, and Mississippi, selling, servicing, and supplying parts for transport refrigeration equipment, APUs, and telematics to fleet operators, trucking companies, and long-haul drivers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Transport Refrigeration Equipment & Service

NAICS

Refrigeration Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers (423740)

SIC

Refrigeration & Service Industry Machinery (3580), Wholesale-Motor Vehicle Supplies & New Parts (5013)

akta.pro primary industry

Refrigerated Truck/Bus Systems Service (Transport Refrigeration Units) (TLAKABAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Trailer Refrigeration Unit (Reefer) Installation, Service & Repair (TLAKACAE), Refrigerated (Reefer) Trailer Leasing/Rental (TLABACAC), Refrigeration & Cold-Chain Equipment Service (IMAIABAE)

Keywords

• Transport refrigeration equipment
• Reefer parts sales
• Auxiliary power units
• Fleet maintenance services
• Mobile refrigeration repair

Headquarters

HQ city

Orlando

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Equipment Sales: Sales of new Thermo King transport refrigeration units including trailers, trucks, APUs, and bus HVAC systems. Also includes generators and liftgates from partner brands.
2. Parts Sales: Sales of genuine Thermo King parts and aftermarket components including compressors, belts, filters, starters, alternators, batteries, controllers, and coils through 8 locations.
3. Service and Repair: Factory-authorized repair, maintenance, and emergency roadside service. Includes preventative maintenance programs, DOT inspections, and body repair services.
4. Preventative Maintenance Programs: PM kits and scheduled maintenance services designed to extend equipment life and reduce operating costs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Thermo King of the Southeast is a factory-authorized dealer that sells, services, and supplies parts for Thermo King transport refrigeration systems used on trucks, trailers, buses, and rail cars. The company distributes new transport refrigeration units (Precedent, T-80, SLXi, direct drive, and rail units), TriPac auxiliary power units, genuine OEM and aftermarket parts, accessories (solar panels, telematics, liftgates, air management products), and standby generators through 8 locations across the Southeast. It also provides 24/7 emergency mobile repair, preventative maintenance programs, and refrigerated trailer rentals.

Product overview

Thermo King of the Southeast is a Thermo King authorized dealer providing transport refrigeration products, services, and parts across Florida and Georgia. The core product portfolio centers on the Precedent Series trailer refrigeration units (S-600, C-600, S-700, S-750i) and multi-temperature variants, supplemented by TriPac APU systems (diesel and all-electric), T-80 Series self-powered truck units, and Direct Drive truck refrigeration. The company also distributes complementary products including Coldtainer portable containers, ThermoLite solar panels for power management, ConnectedSuite telematics (TracKing, OptiSET), Palfinger/Leyman/WALTCO liftgates, PrimAir air management systems, and various genuine OEM parts. Services include 24/7 emergency repair, preventive maintenance, mobile service, and Legacy Trailer Rental. The company operates 8 locations across Florida, Georgia, and Mississippi.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Blue Track by Thermo King: A service excellence program featuring proactive and transparent customer communications, triage and express services, dwell time monitoring, extended dealership hours, and parts inventory management.

Products and services

• Precedent Series Trailer Refrigeration Units Trailer-mounted transport refrigeration units (S-600, C-600, S-600M, S-700, S-750i) for single and multi-temperature applications, featuring CARB Evergreen certification, for fleet operators and trucking companies.
• TriPac Auxiliary Power Units (APUs) Diesel (TriPac Evolution) and all-electric (TriPac Envidia) APUs that provide sleeper cab heating, cooling, and battery charging while reducing engine idling, for owner-operators and long-haul fleets.
• T-80 Series Self-Powered Truck Units Self-powered truck refrigeration units with QuickTemp pull-down technology and 2,000-hour extended maintenance intervals, for over-the-road truck fleets carrying perishable cargo.
• Direct Drive Truck Refrigeration Units Truck refrigeration units that draw power directly from the vehicle engine with SmartPower electric standby, reducing fuel consumption by up to 75%, for fleet operators.
• SLXi Local Trailer Refrigeration Units Urban market trailer refrigeration units with lighter, thinner, greener, quieter, stronger, and smarter design plus standardized telematics, for urban delivery and last-mile fleets.
• Thermo King Rail Refrigeration Units Refrigeration units for rail car transport including C-600RR, S-600RR, and S-700RR models tested for railway vibration and shock, for rail freight operators.
• Coldtainer Portable Refrigerated Containers Portable, adaptable cooling, freezing, and heating containers running on 12/24V DC or 110-240V AC power, for small businesses and last-mile temperature-sensitive delivery.
• ThermoLite Solar Panels Solar panel power management system for trucks and trailers that reduces APU runtime by up to 30%, extends battery life, and lowers fuel consumption, for fleet operators.
• ConnectedSuite Telematics Fleet management and monitoring system including TracKing and OptiSET Plus for tracking, data logging, and proactive alarm management of refrigeration units, for fleet operators.
• Genuine Thermo King OEM Parts OEM replacement parts including compressors, belts, starters, alternators, filters, batteries, controllers, door switches, and coils for Thermo King equipment, sold through 8 locations and the Thermo King online parts store.
• Liftgates (Palfinger, Leyman, WALTCO) Hydraulic and electric liftgates for loading and unloading cargo from trucks and trailers, including installation and service, for fleet operators.
• Complete Power Resources Standby Generators Home and business standby generators from Briggs & Stratton, KOHLER, Generac, and Cummins with sales, installation, and maintenance services, for residential and commercial property owners in Florida.
• Legacy Trailer Rental Short-term and long-term refrigerated trailer rental solutions provided by Legacy Trailer Rental, for fleet operators, shippers, and seasonal capacity needs.
• Factory-Authorized Service and Repair Factory-authorized repair, maintenance, and emergency roadside service for Thermo King equipment at 8 locations and via mobile units across Florida, Georgia, and Mississippi.
• Preventative Maintenance Programs Scheduled preventative maintenance services and PM kits designed to extend refrigeration equipment life and reduce operating costs, with recurring service intervals, for fleet operators.
• 24/7 Mobile Emergency Roadside Service 24-hour mobile reefer repair and emergency roadside service for Thermo King units across the Southeast coverage area, for fleet operators and owner-operators.
• Blue Track Fleet Service Program Thermo King Blue Track service excellence program with proactive communications, triage and express services, dwell-time monitoring, extended hours, and parts inventory management, for fleet operator accounts.
• Bus and Off-Road Aftermarket HVAC (Red Dot, MEI) Aftermarket air conditioning parts and systems for buses and off-road vehicles, including Red Dot and MEI product lines, for bus companies and specialty vehicle operators.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduced APU runtime by up to 30% with solar panels, extending battery life to 5+ years
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 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

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Thermo King CorporationcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFactory authorized Sales, Service and Parts dealership. Thermo King is the world leader in transport temperature control systems for trucks, trailers, buses and rail cars. TKSE is part of Thermo King's unmatched nationwide dealer network of over 200 locations.
• Red Dot and MEI SystemscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFactory authorized dealer for Red Dot and MEI aftermarket air conditioning systems, including off-road applications. Extends service capabilities beyond Thermo King products.
• Complete Power ResourcescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDivision of Thermo King of the Southeast providing standby generator solutions. Offers sales, service, and installation of backup power systems from Briggs & Stratton, KOHLER, Generac, and Cummins brands.
• ColdtainercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer for Coldtainer portable, temperature-controlled transportation containers. Products include cooling, freezing, and heating options for various applications.
• Palfinger, Leyman, and WALTCO LiftgatescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer for Palfinger, Leyman, and WALTCO liftgates for trucks and trailers. Provides installation and service for heavy-duty lift gate solutions.
• Strehl TrailerBladesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer for Strehl TrailerBlade aerodynamic side skirts for trailers. Multiple CARB-approved options for fuel tank maintenance with legendary durability.
• Legacy Trailer RentalminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership for short-term and long-term refrigerated trailer rentals. Launched as a new service dedicated to providing top-notch refrigerated trailer rentals.
• Brightec BlueSealminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer for Brightec BlueSeal air curtains. Innovative temperature-controlled transport solution that creates air barriers to protect temperature-sensitive goods.
• Range EnergyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration for electric refrigerated trailers in the Americas. Range Energy and Thermo King partnership paving the way for environmentally conscious solutions in refrigerated transport.
• ESL Power SystemsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorShore power solutions provider for electric or hybrid Transport Refrigeration Units (TRUs) with electric standby capabilities. eTRUconnect system includes drive-off safety features.
• FlowBelowminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAerodynamic wheel covers for tractors and trailers designed to streamline airflow and save fuel for fleet cost minimization.
• Passtime GPS SolutionsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWireless GPS solutions for tracking, management, and optimization of commercial fleet assets. Includes 3-year subscription.
• PatriotLiftminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorON-LIFT air-powered landing gear automation for trailers. Ability to raise and lower fully loaded trailers in seconds.
• SafeConnectminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorShore power solutions for electric or hybrid TRUs with 6-pin system, control circuit, and true tension release for electrical safety.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves1 record

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Range Energy: Developer of electric-axle and trailer electrification technology, partnered with Thermo King on electric refrigerated trailers. Comparable as an emerging electrification partner in the same electric-refrigerated-trailer roadmap that TKSE's product portfolio is positioning around.
• Coldtainer: Manufacturer of portable, temperature-controlled transport containers distributed by TKSE. Comparable as a complementary product line and partner brand that extends TKSE's offering into smaller-format, last-mile cold-chain use cases beyond full-size trailer TRUs.

Broad incumbents

• Wabash National Corporation: Manufacturer of dry and refrigerated trailers, including the PureAir composite technology for cold-chain applications. Comparable as a trailer OEM whose refrigerated fleet powers the installed base of transport refrigeration units that TKSE services.
• Hussmann (Panasonic): Panasonic-owned manufacturer of commercial refrigeration display cases and cold-chain solutions for grocery, foodservice, and convenience retail. Comparable as a refrigeration equipment brand serving overlapping perishable-goods end markets, with established dealer/installer networks that compete for the same customer wallet.
• Hoshizaki America: Manufacturer of commercial and industrial refrigeration equipment (ice machines, reach-in refrigerators, undercounters) sold to foodservice and cold-chain end markets. Comparable as a commercial refrigeration brand competing in adjacent cold-chain verticals that TKSE's fleet customers also serve.
• Cummins Inc. Manufacturer of diesel engines and power solutions used in transport refrigeration units and APUs, and parent of Onan generators. Comparable as a powertrain and generator supplier whose products integrate with TKSE's transport refrigeration and Complete Power Resources businesses.
• Thermo King Corporation: The parent manufacturer whose products TKSE distributes, services, and supplies parts for. Comparable as the principal brand and product line underpinning TKSE's entire business, though at a vastly larger scale and with manufacturing, R&D, and national dealer program ownership.
• Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company: Major U.S. manufacturer of refrigerated trailers (3000R, 3000R-X) that pair with Thermo King and Carrier TRUs. Comparable as an OEM whose installed base of refrigerated trailers drives ongoing demand for TRU sales, service, and parts — the same after-sale demand pool that TKSE serves.
• Great Dane: Manufacturer of refrigerated trailers and truck bodies sold to fleet operators across the U.S. Comparable as a complementary OEM whose trailer installations feed long-tail demand for the TRU equipment, parts, and service that TKSE provides.
• Carrier Transicold: Carrier's transport refrigeration division, the principal competitor to Thermo King in truck, trailer, rail, and container refrigeration. Comparable as the alternative equipment platform competing for the same fleet customers, and whose own authorized dealer network is the closest direct-peer channel to TKSE.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/thermo-king-of-the-southeast

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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