ACF
ACF Industrial Energy is a Tampa-based master distributor and service provider for Generac industrial generators (2.5 KW to over 2.5 MW), serving Florida's commercial, industrial, healthcare, entertainment, and utility customers across 14 locations with sales, installation, maintenance, and 24/7 emergency repair services.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1987
- HeadquartersTampa, United States
- Headcount51–100
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What ACF does
ACF Industrial Energy is a privately-held Tampa, Florida-based master distributor and service provider for Generac Industrial and Commercial power generation equipment, operating under the ACF Group brand that has served the Florida market since 1987. The company distributes diesel, gaseous, and bi-fuel generators ranging from 2.5 KW to over 2.5 MW, along with transfer switches (TX, GTS, HTS, PSTS Series), MPS paralleled systems, mobile products (light towers, pumps, heaters), and an expanding microgrid product line (BESS, microgrid controllers, EV chargers). The technology stack is Generac-anchored rather than proprietary, differentiated primarily through distribution territory, certifications (NFPA 110, AHCA, FDEP compliance), and service execution rather than original equipment manufacturing.
The business model combines one-time hardware sales, recurring maintenance contracts (Level 1 and Level 2 inspections), 24/7 emergency repair, generator leasing and rentals, fuel services, parts distribution from 5 warehouses, and remote monitoring. Pricing is quote-based on a custom basis with multi-year contract cadence for service agreements. Go-to-market is direct enterprise field sales across 14 Florida locations (Tampa headquarters plus Jacksonville, Orlando, Miami, and 10 satellite offices), backed by 40+ EGSA-certified technicians and a 100+ truck service fleet. The customer base spans entertainment (Disney, Universal Studios, SeaWorld), utilities/energy (Duke Energy, FPL), beverage (Coca-Cola), healthcare (Consulate Health Care), municipal, and construction — with hurricane preparedness and NFPA/AHCA regulatory compliance serving as persistent demand drivers. The company is owned by management with no disclosed external funding or parent company, and CEO Andrew Young leads the organization.
ACF firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- ACF
- Legal name
- ACF Industrial Energy
- Website
- https://acfstandbysystems.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1987
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 51–100 employees
- Short description
- ACF Industrial Energy is a Tampa-based master distributor and service provider for Generac industrial generators (2.5 KW to over 2.5 MW), serving Florida's commercial, industrial, healthcare, entertainment, and utility customers across 14 locations with sales, installation, maintenance, and 24/7 emergency repair services.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
ACF industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Industrial Generator Distribution
- NAICS
- Motor and Generator Manufacturing (335312), Turbine and Turbine Generator Set Units Manufacturing (333611), Electrical Equipment Manufacturing (3353), Electric Power Generation (22111)
- SIC
- Motors & Generators (3621), Electrical Industrial Apparatus (3620), Cogeneration Services & Small Power Producers (4991)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Engine Generator & Microgrid Power Plant EPC (Diesel/Gas Recip) (EUAEAAAJ)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Energy & Renewables Specialty Contracting (Solar PV, Storage, EV Charging) (IMAFALAJ), Medium/Low-Voltage Power Distribution (MCCs, Panels, UPS, Grounding) (EUAEAFAB)
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Where ACF is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Tampa
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices13 records
Markets served
ACF business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain
Revenue model
- Generator Sales: Sale of Generac Industrial and Commercial generators from 2.5 KW to over 2.5 MW, including diesel, gaseous, and bi-fuel configurations for standby, portable, and containerized applications
- Generator Repair and Maintenance Services: 24/7 emergency repair services, preventative maintenance agreements (Level 1 Minor and Level 2 Major inspections), NFPA 110 and AHCA compliance testing
- Generator Leasing: Generator leasing programs for customers who prefer not to purchase equipment outright
- Equipment Rentals: Rental equipment including mobile generators, light towers, heaters, pumps, and other mobile products
- Fuel Services: Fuel testing, fuel polishing, tank integrity testing, and FDEP compliance testing for diesel fuel storage systems
- Generator Parts Sales: Parts and accessories for generators, available 24 hours/7 days a week with drop shipping from 5 warehouses
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | Custom quote-based pricing based on generator size, type, and configuration |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels1 record
Marketing channels7 records
ACF product offering
Product offeringCore offering
ACF Industrial Energy is the master distributor for Generac Industrial and Commercial generators in Florida, supplying diesel, gaseous, and bi-fuel generators ranging from 2.5 KW to over 2.5 MW for standby, portable, and containerized applications. The company delivers a total solutions approach combining equipment sales, installation, preventative maintenance, 24/7 emergency repair, generator leasing and rentals, fuel services, and microgrid solutions including battery energy storage, EV chargers, and microgrid controllers to commercial and industrial customers throughout Florida.
Product overview
ACF Industrial Energy is a master distributor for Generac Industrial and Commercial generators, offering a comprehensive portfolio of power generation solutions spanning multiple product lines. The core offerings include Bi-Fuel, Commercial Series, Diesel, Gaseous, and Mobile Generators ranging from 2.5 KW to over 2.5 MW. These are complemented by Microgrid Solutions (Battery Energy Storage Systems, Microgrid Controllers, EV Chargers), MPS Paralleled Systems, and Transfer Switches in TX, GTS, HTS, and PSTS Series. Mobile products include Light Towers, Pumps, and Heaters. Services include Generator Repair, Load Bank Testing, Generator Leasing, Remote Monitoring, Maintenance Programs (Level 1/Level 2), Fluid Analysis, Fuel Services, and Generator Rentals with parts distribution from 5 warehouses. The company operates as a single unified solution provider for commercial and industrial standby power needs throughout Florida.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Bi-Fuel Generators
Companies that use ACF
Customer profileNamed customers7 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
ACF technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature6 records
ACF partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
One partnership is on record.
- Generac IndustrialcoreACF Industrial Energy is the master distributor for Generac Industrial and Commercial generators in Florida. They distribute Generac diesel and gaseous electric generators from 2.5 KW to over 2.5 MW. ACF is the authorized Generac Industrial Dealer for all of Central and North Florida.
Scale indicators6 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights4 records
ACF competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Sunbelt Rentals (Power & HVAC): Major rental fleet operator with portable power generators, light towers, and pumps for construction and industrial customers. Overlaps with ACF's rental, mobile generator, and light tower/pump offerings.
- Aggreko: Global provider of temporary power, temperature control, and mobile generator rentals. Directly comparable rental fleet model and serves construction, events, and industrial customers with mobile/temporary power solutions.
- Cummins Power Generation: Major manufacturer of diesel and gaseous generators (1kW to 3.5MW) with its own distributor/dealer network. Comparable to ACF as a competing generator OEM and channel ecosystem for commercial/industrial backup power.
- MTU/Rolls-Royce Power Systems: Manufacturer of large diesel and gas generator systems (8kW to 3.25MW) for mission-critical applications including data centers and healthcare. Comparable mid-to-large industrial backup power offerings.
- Kohler Power Systems: Industrial generator manufacturer (8.5kW to 4.5MW) selling via dealer network to commercial, healthcare, and industrial customers. Similar fuel options, transfer switches, and turnkey service offerings to ACF's Generac portfolio.
- Caterpillar (CAT Electric Power): Global manufacturer of diesel and gas generator sets from 6kW to 17,500kW, supported by a large dealer network. Directly comparable product portfolio and channel-driven go-to-market model for industrial standby power.
Emerging players
- PowerSecure (Bloom Energy subsidiary): Provides distributed energy generation, microgrid solutions, and resilience services for commercial/industrial customers. Overlapping microgrid and BESS offerings make this a relevant emerging competitor in ACF's adjacent growth market.
Broad incumbents
- Wärtsilä Energy Storage: Provides grid-scale energy storage, microgrid solutions, and engine-based power plants. Comparable microgrid and distributed energy capabilities, particularly relevant as ACF expands into BESS and integrated solutions.
- Generac: The manufacturer ACF distributes, Generac is the broad incumbent in industrial and commercial standby power. Comparable product line (diesel, gaseous, bi-fuel generators) and adjacent microgrid/BESS solutions make it the most direct upstream peer.
Regional players
- CPS Energy Services (Cummins-affiliated distributors): Regional Cummins distributors and service providers (e.g., Power Service Inc., Generator Solutions) compete with ACF in adjacent Florida/SE geographies and mirror the master-distributor-with-service-infrastructure model.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
ACF social profiles
Digital presenceACF compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance5 records
ACF financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
ACF leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
ACF subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries4 records
ACF funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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ACF M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about ACF
What does ACF do?
ACF Industrial Energy is the master distributor for Generac Industrial and Commercial generators in Florida, supplying diesel, gaseous, and bi-fuel generators ranging from 2.5 KW to over 2.5 MW for standby, portable, and containerized applications. The company delivers a total solutions approach combining equipment sales, installation, preventative maintenance, 24/7 emergency repair, generator leasing and rentals, fuel services, and microgrid solutions including battery energy storage, EV chargers, and microgrid controllers to commercial and industrial customers throughout Florida.
Is ACF a public or private company?
ACF is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was ACF founded?
ACF was founded in 1987. It employs 51 to 100 people.
Where is ACF based?
ACF is headquartered in Tampa, United States, in the North America region.
How does ACF make money?
Six revenue lines are on record. Generator Sales are the primary driver. The others are generator Repair and Maintenance Services, generator Leasing, equipment Rentals, fuel Services and generator Parts Sales.
Who are ACF's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Sunbelt Rentals (Power & HVAC), Aggreko, Cummins Power Generation, MTU/Rolls-Royce Power Systems, Kohler Power Systems and Caterpillar (CAT Electric Power). PowerSecure (Bloom Energy subsidiary) is listed as an emerging player. Broad incumbents are Wärtsilä Energy Storage and Generac. CPS Energy Services (Cummins-affiliated distributors) is listed as a regional player.
Does ACF have an API?
No public API is recorded for ACF.
What industry is ACF in?
ACF's product category is Industrial Generator Distribution. Its primary akta.pro industry code is EUAEAAAJ, Engine Generator & Microgrid Power Plant EPC (Diesel/Gas Recip), with a secondary code of IMAFALAJ, Energy & Renewables Specialty Contracting (Solar PV, Storage, EV Charging). Its NAICS code is 335312 and its SIC code is 3621.