CFM Air Equipment
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1965
- HeadquartersCalgary, Canada
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
CFM Air Equipment firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- CFM Air Equipment
- Legal name
- Optimal Energy (2002) Inc.
- Website
- https://cfmair.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1965
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
CFM Air Equipment industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Industrial Air Compressors
- NAICS
- Air and Gas Compressor Manufacturing (333912), Pump and Compressor Manufacturing (33391), Industrial and Commercial Fan and Blower and Air Purification Equipment Manufacturing (333413), Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (333415)
- SIC
- Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585), Steam & Air-Conditioning Supply (4961), General Industrial Machinery & Equipment, Nec (3569), Industrial & Commercial Fans & Blowers & Air Purifing Equip (3564)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Air & Gas Compressors (General Purpose) (IMAHANAE)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Vacuum Systems & Components (Vacuum Pumps, Ejectors, Cups, Grippers) (IMAHAGAN), Pneumatic Air Preparation & Distribution (FRL assemblies, manifolds, air headers) (IMAHAGAD)
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Where CFM Air Equipment is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Calgary
- HQ country
- Canada
- HQ region
- North America
Offices4 records
Markets served
CFM Air Equipment business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Equipment Sales: Sale of air compressors (rotary screw, reciprocating, oil-free, portable, high-pressure boosters), blowers, vacuum systems, air dryers, air piping systems, and master system controllers
- Parts Sales: OEM and aftermarket parts for compressed air and vacuum system components, including filters, dryer media, compressor parts, and rebuild kits for all major brands
- Service and Maintenance: 24/7 repair services, installations, air end rebuilding, preventive maintenance programs, air audits, and leak detection audits
- Equipment Rentals: Rental of electric stationary air compressors from 5 CFM to 825 CFM (5-125 horsepower), including filters, dryers, hoses, and ancillary equipment
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Pay-as-you-go | Quote-based pricing for all equipment, parts, and services |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels1 record
Marketing channels6 records
CFM Air Equipment product offering
Product offeringCore offering
CFM Air Equipment distributes, services, and rents industrial compressed air and vacuum equipment, including rotary screw, oil-free, reciprocating, and portable air compressors; refrigerated and desiccant dryers; filtration systems; industrial blowers; vacuum pumps; and compressed air piping. Operating across Western Canada (Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba) with four branch offices, the company also provides parts, factory-trained installation, custom piping, 24/7 emergency repair, and compressed air audits and leak detection as an authorized dealer for Kaeser, Chicago Pneumatic, Powerex, and Omega.
Product overview
CFM Air Equipment offers a comprehensive portfolio of compressed air and vacuum solutions, primarily a distributor and service provider for industrial air equipment. The core product line includes rotary screw, reciprocating, oil-free, portable, and high-pressure compressors, complemented by a full range of air treatment products including desiccant, membrane, refrigerated, and regenerative dryers. The portfolio extends to industrial blowers, vacuum systems, and air piping systems, all coordinated through Master System Controllers. Supporting the equipment are rental services (5-825 CFM), OEM/aftermarket parts, and 24/7 factory-trained maintenance including air audits and leak detection. Key distributed brands include Kaeser, Chicago Pneumatic, Powerex, and Omega. The company operates across Western Canada from offices in Calgary (HQ), Lethbridge, Regina, and Winnipeg.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Rotary Screw Air Compressors Industrial rotary screw compressors distributed for continuous-duty compressed air generation in plants, sold through authorized lines including Kaeser and Chicago Pneumatic.
- Oil-Free Compressors Oil-free compressed air systems for applications requiring contamination-free air, such as food and beverage, pharmaceutical, and electronics processes.
- Reciprocating (Piston) Compressors Reciprocating piston compressors for intermittent-duty compressed air needs in smaller shops, garages, and light industrial applications.
- Portable Air Compressors Portable compressors for jobsites, construction, and short-term industrial demand, available for sale and rental through branch locations.
- Compressed Air Dryers Refrigerated and desiccant dryers that remove moisture from compressed air streams to protect downstream equipment and processes.
- Filtration Systems Inline filtration products that remove particulates, oil, and contaminants from compressed air lines.
- Industrial Blowers Industrial blowers distributed under brand lines such as Powerex for pneumatic conveying and process-air applications.
- Vacuum Pumps and Vacuum Solutions Industrial vacuum pumps and vacuum systems supplied under brands including Omega for industrial vacuum applications.
- Compressed Air Piping Systems Engineered aluminum and steel compressed air piping, including custom design and installation, to distribute compressed air throughout industrial facilities.
- Master System Controller (Sigma Air Manager 4.0) Centralized master controller that monitors and optimizes an entire compressed air system by sequencing multiple compressors for energy efficiency.
- Compressor Rental Services Rental fleet of air compressors and dryers for short-term, emergency, or temporary industrial compressed air needs across Western Canada.
- Parts and Accessories OEM and aftermarket replacement parts, consumables, and accessories for installed compressed air and vacuum equipment.
- 24/7 Maintenance, Repair, and Service Contracts Round-the-clock field service, preventive maintenance, and repair delivered by factory-trained technicians from CFM's four branch locations, including compressed air audits and leak detection.
Quantifiable outcome
- Energy savings of 10-20% achievable through routine maintenance, leak repair, pressure optimization, and filter replacement
- +3 more outcomes
Companies that use CFM Air Equipment
Customer profileNamed customers1 record
Segments8 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
CFM Air Equipment technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature3 records
CFM Air Equipment partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- Kaeser CompressorscoreCFM Air Equipment is the official Kaeser distributor for Southern Alberta and Saskatchewan. Kaeser is the largest family-owned compressor company in the world. CFM distributes Kaeser rotary screw air compressors, blowers, air dryers, filters, and compressed air piping.
- Chicago PneumaticcoreAuthorized dealer for Chicago Pneumatic compressed air products including screw compressors, piston compressors, and air treatment. Winnipeg branch handles Chicago Pneumatic inquiries.
- PowerexcoreCFM offers the Powerex line of oil-free air compressors including scroll and reciprocating compressors that guarantee 100% air purity with no oil contamination risk.
- OmegacoreAuthorized dealer for OMEGA air compressors, offering complete compressor solutions for various industrial applications.
- Atlas CopcocoreCFM offers Atlas Copco vacuum pumps and services Atlas Copco equipment. Used Atlas Copco compressors available including GA45VSD and GA 30 C models.
- Air ProductsminorAir Products available through CFM in Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba. Air Products is a global company with over 20,000 employees serving customers across industries including food and beverage, health, energy, transportation, and semiconductors.
- Kaeser Rotary BlowerscoreCFM offers Kaeser rotary blowers as part of their product portfolio for wastewater treatment and industrial aeration applications.
Scale indicators5 records
Recent moves9 records
Expansion highlights5 records
CFM Air Equipment competitors and assessment
Company assessmentMarket position
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
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CFM Air Equipment leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
CFM Air Equipment funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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CFM Air Equipment M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about CFM Air Equipment
What does CFM Air Equipment do?
CFM Air Equipment distributes, services, and rents industrial compressed air and vacuum equipment, including rotary screw, oil-free, reciprocating, and portable air compressors; refrigerated and desiccant dryers; filtration systems; industrial blowers; vacuum pumps; and compressed air piping. Operating across Western Canada (Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba) with four branch offices, the company also provides parts, factory-trained installation, custom piping, 24/7 emergency repair, and compressed air audits and leak detection as an authorized dealer for Kaeser, Chicago Pneumatic, Powerex, and Omega.
Is CFM Air Equipment a public or private company?
CFM Air Equipment is a private company. It is classified as family owned and is currently operating.
When was CFM Air Equipment founded?
CFM Air Equipment was founded in 1965. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is CFM Air Equipment based?
CFM Air Equipment is headquartered in Calgary, Canada, in the North America region.
How does CFM Air Equipment make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Equipment Sales are the primary driver. The others are parts Sales, service and Maintenance and equipment Rentals.
Does CFM Air Equipment have an API?
No public API is recorded for CFM Air Equipment.
What industry is CFM Air Equipment in?
CFM Air Equipment's product category is Industrial Air Compressors. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAHANAE, Air & Gas Compressors (General Purpose), with a secondary code of IMAHAGAN, Vacuum Systems & Components (Vacuum Pumps, Ejectors, Cups, Grippers). Its NAICS code is 333912 and its SIC code is 3585.