What Airmaster Air Conditioning Ltd does

Airmaster Air Conditioning Ltd is a UK-based mechanical services contractor headquartered in Swallownest, Sheffield, founded in 1992 by Richard Pogson. The company designs, installs and maintains bespoke HVAC systems spanning heating, cooling, ventilation, heat pumps, refrigeration and commercial plumbing, using in-house design tooling (HEVACOMP, Revit, BIM, SBEM, AutoCAD) alongside market-leading OEM equipment from Daikin (D1+ Business Partner), Toshiba and Mitsubishi. Service scope ranges from £2K minor works to ~£4M full mechanical fit-outs, with specialist capabilities in VRV/VRF heat recovery systems, chiller refurbishment using RS70 (R453A) refrigerant, laboratory HVAC (LEV extraction, fume cupboards, clean rooms, cold and freezer rooms) and CIBSE-qualified low carbon consultancy supporting BREEAM, LEED, SKA and TM44 compliance work.

The business operates a sales-led, direct enterprise field-sales model with dedicated Contracts and Maintenance divisions working alongside construction consultants, main contractors and facilities management companies across both private and public sectors. Projects are project-based with unit pricing, supplemented by recurring preventative maintenance contracts (PPM) covering air conditioning, heat pumps, boilers, air handlers and refrigeration. Distribution is primarily direct field sales supplemented by public sector procurement (NHS Supply Chain framework), with nationwide UK reach from a single South Yorkshire base. Customers include commercial landlords, manufacturers, retailers (Not on the High Street), main contractors (Morgan Sindall), pharmaceutical companies, hospitals, schools and local authorities.

Airmaster became employee-owned via an Employee Ownership Trust in July 2021 following the withdrawal of trade-sale buyers, and is led by Managing Director Lisa Pogson alongside Operations Director Gareth Campbell, Contracts Director Ross Blackwood, Finance Director Andy Benson and Design Director James Dawson. Reported revenue grew from approximately £4m to a record £12m in FY2023/2024 on a workforce of around 37 employees, supported by ISO 9001/14001/45001, Investors in People Silver, CHAS Elite, SafeContractor, REFCOM Elite, BESA, NHS Supply Chain and Daikin D1+ accreditations.

Name

Airmaster Air Conditioning Ltd

Legal name

Airmaster Air Conditioning Ltd

Website

https://airmaster.uk.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1992

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Airmaster Air Conditioning Ltd is a Sheffield-headquartered, employee-owned UK mechanical services contractor (founded 1992, EOT 2021) that designs, installs and maintains HVAC, heat pump, refrigeration and plumbing systems for commercial, public-sector and pharmaceutical customers nationwide, with FY2023/24 turnover of £12m.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

HVAC and Mechanical Services Contracting

NAICS

Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (333415), Automatic Environmental Control Manufacturing for Residential, Commercial, and Appliance Use (334512), Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (333310)

SIC

Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585), Refrigeration & Service Industry Machinery (3580), Steam & Air-Conditioning Supply (4961)

akta.pro primary industry

HVAC & Refrigeration Contracting (IMAFALAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

HVAC Service, Maintenance & Repair (BPABACAA), HVAC Controls & Optimization (Smart Thermostats, VAV, Chillers/Boilers Controls) (BPABAGAB), HVAC & Industrial Ventilation (Chillers, AHUs, Exhaust, Filtration) (EUAEAFAE)

Keywords

• Commercial HVAC services
• Mechanical contracting
• Air conditioning installation
• Industrial refrigeration
• Building services engineering

Headquarters

HQ city

Swallownest, Sheffield

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 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. Mechanical Design and Build Contracts: Design and installation of bespoke mechanical services systems for commercial buildings, from single air conditioners to multi-million pound office fit-outs. Projects range from £2K to £4 million.
2. Maintenance Contracts: Ongoing maintenance and servicing of HVAC equipment including air conditioning, heat pumps, boilers, air handlers, and refrigeration. Provides PPM (planned preventative maintenance) with visit frequencies matching equipment guidelines.
3. Industrial Refrigeration Services: Specialist refrigeration services including chiller refurbishment, cold room installation, and industrial refrigeration maintenance for pharmaceutical, manufacturing, and commercial facilities.
4. Energy Efficiency and TM44 Assessments: TM44 air conditioning energy assessments, BREEAM and LEED certification support, sustainability consulting for building projects.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Airmaster Air Conditioning Ltd is a UK-based mechanical services contractor that designs, installs, and maintains bespoke energy-efficient HVAC systems for commercial and public sector buildings. Its offering spans four core service areas—bespoke design, mechanical installation, preventative maintenance, and energy efficiency/regulatory assessments—delivered as turnkey projects ranging from single air conditioning units to multi-million pound office fit-outs. The company specialises in Daikin, Toshiba, and Mitsubishi equipment, along with VRV/VRF systems, heat pumps, industrial refrigeration, chiller refurbishment, and laboratory HVAC systems.

Product overview

Airmaster Air Conditioning Ltd is a mechanical services contractor offering an integrated portfolio of HVAC products and services. The core offerings consist of four main service areas: Bespoke Design Services (using Revit, BIM, AutoCAD), Mechanical Installation (from single AC units to full office fit-outs), Maintenance Services (preventative maintenance and compliance), and Energy Efficiency Services (including TM44 assessments and BREEAM/LEED support). The company specializes in Daikin, Toshiba, and Mitsubishi equipment, offering VRV/VRF systems, heat pumps, industrial refrigeration, chiller refurbishment, and laboratory HVAC systems including LEV extraction and cold room installations. The product portfolio also includes air handling units, ventilation systems, plumbing services, and BMS integration capabilities. Projects range from £2K to £4 million, serving commercial, public sector, and turnkey markets nationwide.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Bespoke Design Services Mechanical services design capability covering heating, cooling, ventilation, water distribution, and sanitary services using HEVACOMP, Revit, BIM, SBEM and AutoCAD software. Includes CIBSE qualified low carbon consultancy for clients seeking to minimise energy use and carbon emissions.
• Mechanical Installation Services Installation of HVAC systems ranging from single air conditioners to multi-million pound CAT A/B commercial office fit-outs, including plant proving, air and water balancing, and controls setup. Projects span £2K minor works to £4 million full office fit-outs.
• Maintenance Services Planned preventative maintenance (PPM), compliance monitoring, and repair services for HVAC equipment including air conditioning, heat pumps, boilers, air handlers, and refrigeration systems, with visit frequencies matched to manufacturer guidelines.
• Energy Efficiency and Compliance Services Low carbon consulting, BREEAM and LEED assessments, SKA environmental assessments, and TM44 air conditioning energy assessments for buildings with AC systems over 12kW cooling capacity.
• Heat Pump Systems Full design and build mechanical installation of heat pump systems for commercial heating and cooling applications, delivering high-efficiency climate control.
• Chiller Refurbishment Modernisation and refurbishment of existing chiller systems including compressor replacement, refrigerant upgrades to RS70 (R453A), and control panel upgrades with Airedale systems, providing a lower-cost alternative to full replacement.
• Laboratory HVAC Systems Specialist laboratory systems including LEV extraction arms, fume cupboard extraction, VAV damper control, magnehelic gauges, and negative pressure environments for pharmaceutical and research facilities.
• VRV/VRF Systems Variable Refrigerant Volume/Flow systems for commercial and multi-tenant buildings, supplied and installed from leading brands including Daikin, Toshiba, and Mitsubishi with simultaneous cooling and heating capability.
• Ventilation and Heat Recovery Systems Mechanical ventilation installation including ducted fan coils, plant room ducting, packaged air handling units with heating and cooling coils, and heat recovery ventilation (HRV) systems for commercial buildings.
• Commercial Plumbing and Sanitary Services Commercial plumbing installations including sanitary ware, laboratory sinks, safety showers, point-of-use water heaters, and water booster systems.
• BMS Integration Services Building Management System integration including head-end PC and graphics, plus BACnet gateway integration of Daikin equipment for centralised HVAC monitoring and control.
• Industrial Refrigeration and Cold Rooms Cold room builds and -20 freezer room installations for material storage in pharmaceutical and industrial applications, plus ongoing industrial refrigeration maintenance.

Quantifiable outcome

• Heat pumps deliver £4 of heat for every £1 spent on electricity
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature5 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• DaikincoreTechnology or IntegrationPremium equipment supplier. Airmaster is a Daikin D1+ Business Partner. Uses market-leading Daikin VRV IV heat recovery systems, indoor units, and controls. Offers outstanding seven-year warranty on most Daikin installations.
• Mitsubishi ElectriccoreTechnology or IntegrationEquipment supplier partner. Market-leading supplier of air conditioning and heat pump equipment. Airmaster holds high supplier status with Mitsubishi Electric.
• ToshibacoreTechnology or IntegrationEquipment supplier partner. Market-leading supplier of air conditioning equipment included in Airmaster's preferred equipment range.
• NHS Supply ChainminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorListed as accreditation/certification. Airmaster is an awarded supplier on NHS Supply Chain Estates Facilities Management framework.
• Mitsubishi ElectricminorGTM or Marketing PartnerHeadline sponsors together with Airmaster for the Construction Meet the Buyer event, demonstrating joint marketing relationship.
• BESAminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBuilding Engineering Services Association member - industry body for building services sector.
• REFCOMminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerREFCOM Elite member - industry body for refrigeration and air conditioning engineers. FGas certification and compliance.
• Investors in PeopleminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSilver accredited employer. 20+ years of Investors in People accreditation demonstrating commitment to people development.
• Supply Chain Sustainability SchoolminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGold member of the Supply Chain Sustainability School. Uses their resources for sustainability training and carbon management.
• Employee Ownership AssociationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember of EOA promoting employee ownership. Participates in UK Employee Ownership Day (#GrowEO).
• Made in SheffieldminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMade in Sheffield member - regional manufacturing brand association.
• Made in YorkshireminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMade in Yorkshire member - regional manufacturing brand association.
• Make UKminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember of Make UK - manufacturing industry trade association.
• Leeds College of BuildingminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducational partner for apprenticeship training. Airmaster apprentices study at Leeds College of Building towards City & Guilds qualifications.
• Rotherham CollegeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducational partner for Business Admin and Customer Service apprenticeships.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Broad incumbents

• Skanska UK: Major UK construction and infrastructure group with in-house mechanical and electrical capabilities serving commercial, healthcare, and public sector projects. Overlaps with Airmaster on HVAC/mechanical fit-out but operates as a much broader incumbent spanning construction, civils, and facilities services.
• Balfour Beatty: Global infrastructure group with UK construction services including mechanical and electrical contracting through its infrastructure and construction divisions. Overlaps with Airmaster on commercial HVAC/mechanical works but competes across a much wider portfolio of civil, rail, and utilities work.

Direct peers

• TClarke: Long-established UK mechanical and electrical contractor with strong presence in London and the South East, delivering MEP services for commercial offices, data centres, and public buildings. Comparable in HVAC and building services focus, though at a meaningfully larger scale than Airmaster.
• Briggs & Forrester: UK mechanical and electrical building services contractor specialising in HVAC, plumbing, and building services for commercial and industrial projects. Comparable to Airmaster in scope and customer base, with similar turnkey design-and-build model.
• Dodd Group: Mid-sized UK mechanical and electrical contractor with MEP design, installation, and facilities maintenance offerings across commercial, public sector, and healthcare customers. Highly comparable to Airmaster in service mix, customer segments, and reliance on long-term relationships.
• NG Bailey: One of the UK's largest independent mechanical and electrical services contractors offering design, installation, and maintenance of HVAC, lighting, and building services. Directly comparable in core service lines (HVAC, BMS, energy efficiency) to Airmaster, though operating at much larger scale and serving national infrastructure, commercial, and industrial customers.
• SES Engineering Services: UK mechanical, electrical, and public health services contractor providing design, installation, and maintenance to commercial and public sector clients. Closely aligned with Airmaster in delivery model and turnkey mechanical fit-out capabilities.

Others

• Daikin UK: Leading global HVAC manufacturer whose equipment (VRV IV heat recovery, heat pumps) Airmaster installs as a D1+ Business Partner. Included as a key supplier/ecosystem participant rather than a direct competitor.
• Mitsubishi Electric Living Environmental Systems UK: UK arm of Mitsubishi Electric's air conditioning and heat pump business, a core OEM partner of Airmaster with 'high supplier status'. Indirect commercial relationship rather than direct competition.
• BESA (Building Engineering Services Association): UK trade association for the building engineering services sector of which Airmaster is a member. Industry body rather than competitor, included as a relevant ecosystem participant shaping standards and frameworks.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/AirmasterAC
• Facebookfacebook.com/airmaster.air.conditioning
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/airmaster-air-conditioning-ltd

Compliance10 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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