What American Control & Engineering Service does

American Control & Engineering Service (ACES) is a privately held industrial control systems integrator and custom equipment fabricator, founded January 15, 2003 by Ross Lumbert and headquartered in Rose Hill, Kansas (Wichita metro). The firm designs, engineers, fabricates, programs, installs, and commissions industrial thermal and process control systems — steam generators, UL-listed control panels (508A/698A/1203), explosion-proof cabinets, industrial ovens and furnaces (burn-off, age, drop-bottom, IR, dry-off), heat recovery exchangers, water bath vaporizers, pharmaceutical disinfection units, vacuum chambers, and gas trains — for end users in aerospace, oil and gas (including enhanced oil recovery and LACT), municipal water and wastewater, food processing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, stone and quarry, and general industrial manufacturing. Technical foundations sit on PLC-based automation (Allen-Bradley/Rockwell ControlLogix), SCADA/IIoT (Inductive Automation Ignition Gold Certified, Wonderware), variable-frequency-drive integration (Yaskawa ASP), and Eurotherm temperature/process control hardware, with proprietary IP including the FlexSteam Control System (with FlexMetrics remote monitoring), KOOL-X-CHANGER geothermal-cooling pivot-pump VFD, and Stone Saw Retrofit kits for Meyers/Standish quarry saws.

ACES holds a credential stack that materially gates competition: UL 508A/698A/1203 listed panel shop, ISO-9001 (steam generation and medical-waste sanitation), ISO-17025 metrology, ASME code welding, Yaskawa Authorized Service Provider, Rockwell Automation Bronze Level Systems Integrator, and Inductive Automation Ignition Gold Certified Integrator. The business model is project-based and quote-driven, blending five revenue streams: (i) custom-fabricated thermal equipment sold as one-time capital purchases, (ii) built-to-order UL-listed control panels, (iii) on-site technical field services including installation, SAE AMS2750 calibration, emission testing, tuning/troubleshooting, and commissioning (delivered via field-deployed technicians and engineers who travel domestically and internationally), (iv) authorized distribution of Atlas Copco air compressors and Yaskawa VFDs with installation and follow-up service, and (v) new and used industrial equipment resale. Pricing is not publicly disclosed; engagements are quoted per project.

The customer base is enterprise-weighted and concentrated in the Wichita aerospace corridor (Spirit Aerosystems, Textron Aviation, Boeing, Hawker Beechcraft, Goodrich Aerospace, Lee Aerospace, NIAR, Johnson Controls) plus food processors (Cargill, Pepsi, Coleman, Creekstone, Farmland, Tortilla King, Fanestil Meats), municipal water utilities (Butler County and cities of Winfield, Newton, and El Dorado in Kansas), and oil-and-gas operators (Falco, Western Farmers). Documented outcome evidence includes 20–40% time-and-materials savings per aircraft from a real-time operator-task tracking deployment and $50,000 saved per aircraft by eliminating redundant epoxying steps; a temperature-uniformity retrofit reportedly resolved 40–100°F hot spots for an aerospace customer at a fraction of the $10,000–$20,000 cost of an alternative infrared thermocouple installation. The company remains privately held and bootstrapped by Ross and Jana Lumbert, with Robert Duren as Operations Manager; no external funding, parent, or M&A activity is recorded.

Name

American Control & Engineering Service

Legal name

American Control & Engineering Service, Inc.

Website

https://theacesinc.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2003

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

American Control & Engineering Service is a privately held Rose Hill, Kansas industrial control systems integrator and custom fabricator of steam generators, UL-listed control panels, ovens, and SCADA systems for aerospace, oil & gas, municipal, food processing, and pharmaceutical manufacturers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Automation Systems Integration

NAICS

Power Boiler and Heat Exchanger Manufacturing (332410), Power Boiler and Heat Exchanger Manufacturing (33241), Heating Equipment (except Warm Air Furnaces) Manufacturing (333414), Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (3334), Pump and Compressor Manufacturing (33391), Speed Changer, Industrial High-Speed Drive, and Gear Manufacturing (333612)

SIC

Industrial Process Furnaces & Ovens (3567), Oil & Gas Field Machinery & Equipment (3533), Pumps & Pumping Equipment (3561), Engines & Turbines (3510), Steam & Air-Conditioning Supply (4961)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial Boilers, HRSGs & Steam Generators (IMAHAFAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Heat Transfer Equipment (Heat Exchangers, Boilers, Condensers) (IMAHAEAC), I&C / Controls & Automation Commissioning (DCS/PLC/SCADA) (EUAEAJAD), Refrigeration Components & Controls (Compressors, Valves, Sensors) (IMAHAKAH)

Keywords

• Industrial control systems
• Process heating equipment
• Steam generator fabrication
• PLC system integration
• Control panel manufacturing

Headquarters

HQ city

Rose Hill

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Custom Industrial Thermal Equipment Fabrication: Design, engineering, and fabrication of high-performance industrial thermal systems including TSA heaters, heat recovery exchangers, steam generators, PAG separators, water bath vaporizers, burn-off ovens, age ovens, drop bottom ovens, IR ovens, dry-off ovens, vacuum chambers, safety showers, gas trains, and pharmaceutical disinfection units (PDUs). Equipment is sold as custom-engineered solutions with varying price points based on specifications and scale.
2. Control Panel Design and Production: Design and manufacture of industrial control panels including UL Listed 508A, UL 698A, and UL 1203 control panels, explosion-proof cabinets, and custom integrated control systems. Panels are sold as built-to-order products with pricing based on complexity, certifications, and components.
3. Technical Field Services: On-site technical services including installation of controls and data acquisition systems, field calibration to SAE AMS2750, tuning and troubleshooting, emission testing and safety checks, robotics and motion control services, and steam generator commissioning. Services are provided by experienced technicians and qualified engineering staff traveling to customer sites domestically and internationally.
4. Steam Generator Products: Sale of steam generators including oil recovery units and generator components. Products are sold directly to end-user industrial customers across sectors including oil and gas, aerospace, food processing, and pharmaceutical.
5. Yaskawa Variable Frequency Drives and Products: Distribution of Yaskawa VFD products (P1000 and other series) as an authorized Yaskawa service provider, along with associated installation and service support.
6. Atlas Copco Air Compressor Products: Distribution of Atlas Copco air compressor and compressed air products as an authorized Atlas Copco distributor, including installation and follow-up service. Currently offering nitrogen system solutions with ROI analysis.
7. Metrology Services: Calibration and metrology services, including temperature measurement and ISO-17025 compliant calibration expertise, for industrial process equipment.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

ACES designs, engineers, fabricates, and services industrial control systems and thermal processing equipment for manufacturers, oil and gas operators, municipal utilities, and aerospace companies. Core deliverables include custom steam generators with proprietary FlexSteam/FlexMetrics controls, UL-listed industrial control panels, industrial ovens and heaters, the Kool-X-Changer geothermal pivot pump control system, and field installation, commissioning, calibration, and metrology services. The company also distributes Yaskawa VFDs and Atlas Copco air compressors as authorized partners.

Product overview

American Control & Engineering Service (ACES) operates as a systems integrator and manufacturer offering industrial thermal systems, control panels, and technical services. The product portfolio centers on steam generators (including FlexSteam Control System with FlexMetrics remote monitoring), Eurotherm temperature/control products, pharmaceutical disinfection units, and the Kool-X-Changer geothermal VFD system. Fabrication capabilities include TSA heaters, heat recovery exchangers, water bath vaporizers, PAG separators, vacuum chambers, safety showers, burner air filtration units, and various industrial ovens (burn-off, age, drop bottom, IR, dry-off). The company also distributes Yaskawa VFDs and Atlas Copco air compressors. Control panel manufacturing is UL 508A/698A/1203 certified. Services encompass metrology/calibration, robotics and motion control, stone saw retrofits, and field installation/troubleshooting.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Steam Generators Industrial steam generators sold to oil and gas, food processing, and industrial customers, available with various BTU capacities and feedwater pump configurations and integrated with the FlexSteam Control System for monitoring, emissions control, and remote operation.
• FlexSteam Control System with FlexMetrics Remote Monitoring Proprietary ACES steam generator control system featuring quick-connect Turck connectors for fast field installation, emissions control, historical data collection, steam-to-fuel ratio optimization, and compatibility with natural gas, propane, oil, or diesel-powered generators. Includes the FlexMetrics remote dashboard for monitoring steam quality, feed water flow rate, fuel flow rate, and steam pressure from any internet-connected device.
• Eurotherm Products Distribution and integration of Eurotherm temperature controllers and limits, recorders and data acquisition systems, power control units, machine control and process automation, and I/O signal conditioning products for industrial process heating applications.
• Pharmaceutical Disinfection Unit (PDU) Custom disinfection unit for pharmaceutical manufacturing and medical waste sanitation, built under ACES' ISO-9001 certified quality management system for steam generation technology and sanitation of medical waste.
• Kool-X-Changer Agriculture VFD Proprietary ACES pivot pump control system that uses geothermal cooling to extend the life of costly VFD components. Groundwater never enters the cabinet, keeping water and dust out while cooling electrical components for agricultural irrigation applications.
• UL Listed Industrial Control Panels Design and manufacture of UL 508A, UL 698A, and UL 1203 listed industrial control panels, including explosion-proof cabinets with 1.5-inch cast aluminum walls and Grade 8 bolts for hazardous environments in oil fields, aerospace fueling areas, and other volatile atmospheres.
• Industrial Thermal Equipment Fabrication Custom design, engineering, and fabrication of high-performance industrial thermal systems including TSA heaters, heat recovery exchangers, water bath vaporizers, PAG separators, vacuum chambers, safety showers, gas trains, burner air filtration units, and industrial ovens (burn-off, age, drop bottom, IR, and dry-off types). ASME Code welding certified.
• ITS (International Thermal Systems) Industrial Oven Large industrial oven with 3,240 ft³ capacity, 500°F max design temperature, 15,000 lb load capacity, Allen-Bradley 1756-L61 PLC, Eurotherm high limit control, SAE2750E compliant data recording, 12 vacuum ports, and an 18x10 ft vertical lift door; marketed through ACES' equipment sales inventory.
• Yaskawa Variable Frequency Drives Distribution and authorized service for Yaskawa variable frequency drives including P1000, A1000, and G7 series, with installation, commissioning, and warranty-backed support across aerospace, industrial manufacturing, and oil and gas applications.
• Atlas Copco Air Compressor Products Authorized distribution of Atlas Copco air compressors and compressed air systems, including nitrogen solutions with ROI analysis, compressed air audits, and engineered solutions for industrial gases and compressed air applications.
• Metrology and Calibration Services ISO-17025 accredited calibration and metrology services for industrial process equipment, including temperature measurement and related instrumentation validation.
• Robotics and Motion Control Services Integration and field service for robotic systems and motion control applications, including Yaskawa Motoman robots, supporting customers with automation, motion programming, and troubleshooting.
• Stone Saw Retrofit Kits Custom control retrofit kits for Meyers and Standish quarry saw machines that deliver upgraded industrial controls without the capex of purchasing a new saw.
• Industrial Services: Installation, Field Calibration, Tuning and Troubleshooting, Emission Testing On-site industrial services including installation of controls and data acquisition systems, field calibration to SAE AMS2750, tuning and troubleshooting, and emission testing and safety checks for furnaces, ovens, and autoclaves.

Quantifiable outcome

• 20-40% savings in time and materials per aircraft through real-time data acquisition and operator task tracking systems
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers30 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• YaskawacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorACES is a Yaskawa Authorized Service Provider (ASP), distributing Yaskawa variable frequency drives (VFDs) including the P1000 series and providing authorized installation, commissioning, and service. This partnership enables ACES to offer factory-backed warranty (doubled warranty on installed drives) and technical support for Yaskawa products including A1000, G7, and P1000 VFDs across applications in aerospace, industrial manufacturing, and oil and gas.
• Atlas CopcocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorACES is an authorized Atlas Copco Distributor, reselling Atlas Copco air compressor products including compressed air systems, nitrogen solutions, and industrial gas products. ACES provides full installation and follow-up services including air studies evaluating air usage and electrical charges, ROI analysis, and engineered solutions for industrial gases and compressed air applications.
• Inductive AutomationcoreTechnology or IntegrationACES is an Inductive Automation Ignition Gold Certified Integrator for versions 7.9, 8.0, and 8.1 SCADA and IIoT platforms. Ignition software creates a hub for total system integration regardless of brand, model, or platform. ACES uses Ignition to create unified control systems connecting PLCs, VFDs, and data acquisition across diverse industrial environments.
• Rockwell AutomationcoreTechnology or IntegrationACES is a Rockwell Automation Systems Integrator Bronze Level partner, certified to design and implement Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation control systems including ControlLogix PLCs, PanelView HMIs, and related industrial automation platforms. ACES has completed multiple projects using Allen-Bradley hardware including ControlLogix L61 processors, PanelView Plus 1500, and 1756 series PLCs.
• Allen-Bradley (Rockwell Automation)coreTechnology or IntegrationACES is a certified Rockwell Automation systems integrator and extensively uses Allen-Bradley hardware including PLCs (1756-L61 ControlLogix, SLC, MicroLogix), PanelView HMIs, VFDs, and related components across customer installations.
• Bogh IndustriesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerACES partnered with Bogh Industries (experts in burners, ovens, and heat-treat engineering) on major design revisions to a $400,000, 50-foot aluminum extrusion oven in Chandler, AZ. Bogh Industries handled mechanical redesign while ACES provided controls redesign. This collaboration delivered a comprehensive oven solution for aerospace and automotive aluminum billet processing.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Grieve Corporation: Manufacturer of industrial batch ovens, furnaces, and thermal processing equipment — ACES resells Grieve ovens and competes with it on turnkey oven and heat-treat projects for aerospace and general industry.
• Despatch Industries: Industrial furnace and oven manufacturer serving aerospace, automotive, and electronics — directly comparable to ACES on industrial oven/furnace fabrication and thermal process integration.
• International Thermal Systems (ITS): Industrial batch and conveyor oven manufacturer whose equipment ACES resells (e.g., 3,240 ft³ ITS oven) and competes with on custom oven fabrication for aerospace and metal processing customers.
• Avid Solutions: North Carolina-based industrial systems integrator offering PLC/SCADA, process control, and custom control panels across discrete and process manufacturing — directly comparable to ACES' integration business in aerospace, pharma, and general industrial verticals.
• StoneRidge Automation: Michigan-based control systems integrator specializing in PLC programming, robotics integration, and SCADA for automotive, food, and discrete manufacturing — closely comparable to ACES in size, service mix, and vertical breadth.
• Method Automation: Midwestern Rockwell/Yaskawa systems integrator delivering PLC, HMI, robotics, and control panel solutions to industrial OEMs — overlaps ACES' core integration, panel-building, and OEM customer motion.

Broad incumbents

• Yaskawa America: Drives and motion-control OEM whose Authorized Service Provider program ACES operates under; comparable because Yaskawa directly and through other partners sells VFD/integration services that overlap ACES' Yaskawa-driven offering.
• Rockwell Automation: Industrial automation OEM and parent of Allen-Bradley; comparable as the principal platform whose Bronze Systems Integrator designation ACES holds and against whose solutions integrator network ACES competes.
• Atlas Copco: Global compressor and vacuum OEM whose authorized distributor channel ACES operates within; comparable as Atlas Copco's compressed-air/nitrogen products compete with and supplement ACES' industrial offering.

Emerging players

• Cleaver-Brooks: Manufacturer of boilers, steam generators, and packaged steam systems used in oil & gas and industrial plants — overlaps ACES' steam-generator and heat-recovery-exchanger business for EOR and industrial customers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance7 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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