Catalytic Industrial Systems

What Catalytic Industrial Systems does

Catalytic Industrial Systems (CIS) designs and manufactures custom industrial process heaters and ovens based on proprietary gas catalytic infrared technology, headquartered in Independence, Kansas. The company's core technology uses FAR (long wavelength, 3-7 micron) infrared energy produced by a flameless catalytic oxidation reaction at heater face temperatures of 800°F-900°F, which is more readily absorbed by coatings than the shorter-wave infrared used by competitors. CIS serves industrial manufacturers requiring liquid coating, powder coating, paint curing, preheating, drying, and adhesive curing operations across sectors including construction and mining equipment, automotive parts, wind turbine blades, agriculture, military, and transit maintenance facilities.

CIS's product portfolio spans standalone gas catalytic infrared heaters in multiple sizes and BTU ratings, batch and conveyor ovens, modular ovens (MODCAT), combination IR/convection hybrid ovens, powder gel, cure, and booster ovens, paint curing tunnels for continuous large-part processing, mobile dry racks (MDR), and accessories including PLC controllers, HMI touch panels, and gas train components. The business model is direct enterprise field sales: custom-engineered systems are specified per application, lab-tested, manufactured, and installed, with quote-based pricing and multi-year contract cadence. Revenue derives from one-time capital equipment sales plus an aftermarket stream of replacement components and accessories. CIS holds CSA Class 1 Division 1 and FM Class 1 Division 2 hazardous-location certifications and is NFPA 86 compliant, enabling access to regulated hazardous-area heating applications.

The company operates as part of Catalytic Industrial Group, Inc., led by President Virgil Macaluso, and is privately held with 11-50 employees. Named customers include a Fortune 100 heavy industrial equipment manufacturer (20+ year global supply relationship), a wind turbine blade manufacturer, automotive parts producers, pneumatic components makers, and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA). The company claims gas catalytic IR ovens can cure coatings up to 10x faster than convection systems with up to 80% process time reduction and up to 50% energy reduction, as evidenced by customer case studies showing 67%-75% cure time reductions.

Name

Catalytic Industrial Systems

Legal name

Catalytic Industrial Systems

Website

https://catalyticirovens.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1990

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Catalytic Industrial Systems designs and manufactures custom industrial process heaters and ovens using proprietary gas catalytic infrared (FAR) technology for industrial manufacturers requiring powder coating, liquid coating, paint curing, and drying in sectors such as construction equipment, wind energy, automotive, and transit maintenance.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Process Heating Equipment

NAICS

Industrial Process Furnace and Oven Manufacturing (333994)

SIC

Industrial Process Furnaces & Ovens (3567)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial Furnaces, Kilns & Thermal Processing Equipment (IMAHAEAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Boilers, Furnaces & Process Heating Equipment (IMAHAKAD), Heat Treatment & Thermal Processing Furnaces (Hardening, Annealing, Induction) (IMAHADAI)

Keywords

• Industrial infrared ovens
• Gas catalytic heaters
• Powder coating equipment
• Industrial curing ovens
• Process heating systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Independence

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. Custom Industrial Oven Sales: CIS designs and manufactures custom industrial process heaters and ovens for manufacturers. Solutions include batch ovens, conveyor ovens, and heater-on-rack systems. Revenue is generated through one-time capital equipment sales with custom engineering and manufacturing services.
2. Aftermarket Accessories and Components: Sale of replacement components, accessories, and parts including gas trains, controls, PLC systems, and heater accessories for existing installations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Catalytic Industrial Systems designs and manufactures custom industrial process heaters and ovens based on gas catalytic infrared (FAR infrared) technology for industrial manufacturers. Their product line includes batch ovens, conveyor ovens, modular ovens (MODCAT), powder coating ovens, combination IR/convection ovens, and standalone heaters in multiple sizes and BTU ratings. Solutions are custom engineered for liquid coating, powder coating, paint curing, preheating, drying, and adhesive curing applications, with PLC-based controls and hazardous area certifications.

Product overview

Catalytic Industrial Systems (CIS) offers a portfolio of industrial heating solutions centered on gas catalytic infrared technology. The core product line includes Gas Catalytic Infrared Ovens available in multiple configurations (standard, batch, combination IR/convection, and modular MODCAT units), complemented by standalone Heaters in various sizes and BTU ratings. Add-on modules include Heaters on Racks for retrofits and field integration, Mobile Dry Racks (MDR) for flexible mobility, and Accessories such as gas trains, PLC controllers, and HMI touch screen control panels. Specialized oven variants include Powder Gel Ovens for pre-gelling, Powder Cure Ovens for final curing, Powder Booster Ovens for existing convection upgrades, and Paint Curing Tunnels for continuous large-part processing. The product line serves both powder coating and liquid coating applications across industrial manufacturing sectors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• CIS: Brand abbreviation for Catalytic Industrial Systems used on website and marketing materials

Products and services

• Gas Catalytic Infrared Ovens

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 80% reduction in process time compared to convection ovens
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves1 record

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Grieve Corporation: Grieve manufactures industrial batch and conveyor ovens used for curing, drying, and heat processing across powder coating, paint finishing, and materials testing applications. Its product portfolio overlaps directly with CIS's batch ovens, conveyor ovens, and curing tunnels.
• Wisconsin Oven Corporation: Wisconsin Oven builds batch, conveyor, and walk-in ovens for industrial curing, drying, and heat treating, serving automotive, aerospace, and finishing markets. It is directly comparable to CIS on industrial batch and conveyor oven configurations.
• Despatch Industries: Despatch designs and manufactures industrial ovens and thermal processing equipment for curing, drying, and heat treating across aerospace, automotive, and electronics. Its process-oven portfolio competes head-to-head with CIS's custom industrial curing and drying solutions.
• Precision Quincy: Precision Quincy manufactures industrial ovens and dryers, including batch, conveyor, and walk-in configurations, for powder coating, heat treating, and finishing operations. It is a comparable custom industrial oven maker serving similar end markets to CIS.
• LEWCO Inc. LEWCO engineers industrial batch ovens, conveyor ovens, and process heating systems used in metal finishing, powder coating, and composite curing. Its custom engineered oven offerings compete directly with CIS for industrial manufacturer capex.
• Steelman Industries: Steelman Industries builds curing ovens, burn-off ovens, and process heating equipment primarily for rail, heavy equipment, and industrial finishing applications. Its curing oven systems compete with CIS for industrial paint and powder coating customers.
• Trent Inc. Trent designs industrial process ovens, furnaces, and heat-treating systems used across aerospace, automotive, and energy markets. Its thermal processing equipment overlaps with CIS's industrial oven and heater offerings for manufacturers.
• Heraeus Noblelight: Heraeus Noblelight is a leading global manufacturer of infrared emitters and process heating solutions, including gas catalytic and electric IR systems for industrial curing and drying. It competes directly with CIS in infrared process heating for industrial manufacturers.

Broad incumbents

• Dürr AG: Dürr is a global broad-line supplier of paint finishing systems and environmental technology for industrial manufacturers, including automotive OEMs. While not focused on infrared heating, it competes in the broader industrial curing/finishing equipment space and often bundles finishing lines where ovens are a sub-component.
• ITW (Illinois Tool Works): ITW owns multiple industrial oven and finishing equipment brands (including Grieve-related product lines historically) and serves global industrial customers with a broad portfolio. It competes indirectly with CIS through scaled distribution and bundled finishing offerings.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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