What IMI Climate Control does

IMI Climate Control is the hydronic engineering division of UK-listed IMI plc (FTSE 100), specializing in HVAC balancing, control, and pressurisation solutions for residential, commercial, and data centre buildings. The division operates through five legacy sub-brands — IMI TA (balancing/control/actuation, est. 1897), IMI Heimeier (thermostatic control, est. 1928), IMI Pneumatex (pressurisation/water quality, est. 1909), IMI Flow Design (flow control), and IMI Heatmiser (smart thermostatic control) — collectively representing 125+ years of hydronic engineering heritage.

The core technology portfolio centers on pressure-independent balancing and control valves (PIBCVs) featuring proprietary EQM (Equal Percentage Modified) valve characteristics, ultrasonic flow measurement, and patented compact designs (TA-Nano). Connected solutions including TA-Smart valves and the HyCloud IoT platform enable continuous data logging of flow, temperature, power, and fluid content, integrated with Building Management Systems. The offering is rounded out by pressurisation systems (Statico, Compresso Connect, Transfero), dirt separation (Zeparo Cyclone Max), and a proprietary software ecosystem (HySelect, EasyPlan, HyTune, HyTools) plus the Hydronic College training program delivering 40 HVAC experts across 29 countries.

Revenue is generated primarily through hardware sales of valves, actuators, and pressurisation equipment via direct enterprise field sales (anchored by the Dallas, Texas North America headquarters) and global wholesaler/distributor channels, with quote-based multi-year enterprise contracts. Pricing is not publicly disclosed. Recurring subscription revenue streams are emerging from HyCloud connectivity and software tools. Primary customer segments span commercial buildings, data centres, residential buildings, terminal unit manufacturers, and HVAC engineers/designers across 13+ countries in North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific.

Name

IMI Climate Control

Legal name

IMI Hydronic Engineering International SA

Website

https://climatecontrol.imiplc.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1897

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

IMI Climate Control, a division of FTSE 100 IMI plc, designs and manufactures hydronic balancing valves, control valves, pressurisation systems, and IoT-connected HVAC solutions. It serves commercial buildings, data centres, and residential projects across 30+ countries through five legacy brands.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

HVAC Hydronic Components

NAICS

Automatic Environmental Control Manufacturing for Residential, Commercial, and Appliance Use (334512), Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (33341), Heating Equipment (except Warm Air Furnaces) Manufacturing (333414), Plumbing and Heating Equipment and Supplies (Hydronics) Merchant Wholesalers (423720)

SIC

Auto Controls For Regulating Residential & Comml Environments (3822), Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585), Refrigeration & Service Industry Machinery (3580)

akta.pro primary industry

HVAC Controls & Optimization (Smart Thermostats, VAV, Chillers/Boilers Controls) (BPABAGAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Heat Exchangers, Coils & Hydronic HVAC Components (IMADANAF), Building Thermal Controls & Building Management Systems (HVAC BMS) (IMAHAKAK), HVAC Service, Maintenance & Repair (BPABACAA)

Keywords

• Hydronic balancing valves
• HVAC control valves
• Pressurization systems
• Thermostatic radiator valves
• Building energy management

Headquarters

HQ city

Dallas

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. HVAC Valve and Control Products: Sale of balancing valves, control valves, PIBCVs, actuators, and related hydronic components for heating and cooling systems in commercial and residential buildings.
2. Pressurisation and Water Quality Systems: Sale of expansion vessels, pressurisation units, air and dirt separators, and water quality management solutions for HVAC systems.
3. Connected IoT Solutions: Connected valve systems with cloud connectivity for smart building management, including TA-Smart valves with HyCloud platform subscription access.
4. Software and Design Tools: Software tools including HySelect and EasyPlan for HVAC system design, sizing and optimization. HyTools and HyTune mobile apps for field configuration and calculations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

IMI Climate Control manufactures and sells hydronic HVAC components including balancing valves, pressure-independent balancing and control valves (PIBCVs), control valves, actuators, pressurisation systems, expansion vessels, dirt separators, and connected IoT-enabled valves for heating and cooling systems in commercial, residential, and data centre buildings. The portfolio is delivered under five sub-brands (IMI TA, IMI Heimeier, IMI Pneumatex, IMI Flow Design, IMI Heatmiser) and complemented by design software (HySelect, EasyPlan), mobile apps (HyTools, HyTune), the HyCloud IoT platform, and Hydronic College training services.

Product overview

IMI Climate Control offers a comprehensive portfolio of five sub-brands—IMI TA (balancing, control and actuation), IMI Heimeier (thermostatic control), IMI Pneumatex (pressurisation and water quality), IMI Flow Design (flow control), and IMI Heatmiser (thermostatic control)—providing complete HVAC solutions for residential and commercial buildings and data centers. The core product portfolio centers on hydronic balancing and control valves including TA-Smart (connected valve with measurement), TA-Modulator (PIBCV), TA-Nano (compact PIBCV), TA-Sixline (6-way valve), STAD/STAF balancing valves, and TA-Slider actuators. Pressurisation solutions include Statico expansion vessels, Compresso Connect, Transfero TV Connect, and Zeparo Cyclone Max dirt separators. The offering is complemented by HyCloud IoT connectivity platform, design software (HySelect, EasyPlan), mobile apps (HyTune, HyTools), and Hydronic College training services. Together these products enable complete HVAC system design, installation, commissioning, and long-term optimization.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• IMI TA: Your trusted balancing, control and actuation expert with over 125 years of experience. Offers pressure independent balancing and control valves, actuators, and smart connected solutions for hydronic HVAC systems.
• IMI Heimeier
• IMI Pneumatex
• IMI Flow Design
• IMI Heatmiser

Products and services

• TA-Smart Connected 2-way control valve with uniquely shaped EQM characteristics and ultrasonic flow measurement technology, providing flow, temperature, and power measurement capabilities with best-in-class control performance for HVAC system monitoring and optimization.
• TA-Modulator Pressure independent balancing and control valve (PIBCV) combining balancing valve, control valve, and DP controller functions with EQM characteristics for precise temperature control across the full operating range.
• TA-Nano Super compact Pressure Independent Balancing and Control Valve (PIBCV) solution for tight spaces, available in DN10-25 with flows from 18-2300 l/h up to 6 bars differential pressure and dirt-resistant design with flushing capability.
• TA-Sixline Compact linear 6-way valve solution for 4-pipe systems combining heating and cooling in single terminal units such as climate ceilings, with one actuator providing 360-degree rotation for installation in tight ceiling spaces.
• STAD Manual balancing valve DN 10-50, PN 25 delivering accurate hydronic performance in heating, cooling, and tap water systems. Iconic product originally launched in 1957 as the world's first manual balancing valve.
• STAF-SG Flanged ductile iron balancing valve for accurate hydronic performance across a wide range of applications, ideal for use on the secondary side in heating and cooling systems.
• TA-Slider 750 Digitally configurable proportional push-pull actuator with 750 N force for control systems with or without Bus communication, featuring fully programmable binary input, relay, and adjustable max stroke.
• Compresso Connect Precision compressor-based pressurisation system for heating, solar, and chilled water systems up to 12 MW heating and 18 MW cooling, with BrainCube Connect control panel for BMS communication and remote operation.
• Statico Pressure expansion vessels with fixed gas charge from 8 L to 5000 L for system protection and pressure maintenance in HVAC installations.
• Transfero TV Connect Precision pressurisation system for heating systems up to 8 MW and cooling systems up to 13 MW with connectivity features for monitoring and control.
• Zeparo Cyclone Max Dirt and magnetite separator with cyclonic technology DN50-DN300 for sludge separation in heating and cooling water systems with high separation efficiency.
• TA-Sense Dp Smart electronic differential pressure controller with flow, temperature, and power measurement capabilities, featuring capillary-free design, static pressure visibility, IP65-rated sensor, and broad pressure range coverage.
• HySelect Design software for optimal valve sizing, pre-setting values, and energy-efficient configuration. Communicates with the TA-SCOPE balancing instrument for system commissioning and performance verification.
• EasyPlan Specification software for selecting correct HVAC components in best configurations to achieve high performance and optimal energy efficiency, including valve selection, pre-setting values, and expansion vessel and dirt separator sizing.
• HyTune App Mobile application for configuring TA-Slider actuators including input/output signal settings, stroke limitation, speed, binary input, and relay programming, available on AppStore and Google Play.
• HyTools App All-in-one mobile app for hydronic calculations including product and pipe sizing, unit conversion, flow, Dp, power, and valve setting calculations, plus pressurisation selection module for Statico, Compresso, Transfero, and Vento products.
• HyCloud Cloud platform for TA-Smart valves providing system performance overview, easy data access, project sharing with colleagues and stakeholders, and high data security level for connected HVAC systems.
• Hydronic College Training service with 40 HVAC experts located in 29 countries providing seminars, trainings, and webinars for heating installers, system designers, and mechanical contractors to empower customers with hydronic knowledge.

Quantifiable outcome

• Buildings can reduce carbon footprint by up to 30%
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

AI capability3 records

Feature9 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• EcoVadiscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024EcoVadis is the world's largest and most trusted supplier of business sustainability ratings. IMI underwent in-depth sustainability analysis to receive EcoVadis certification providing customers with transparency on scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions and ESG commitments.

Scale indicators14 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Caleffi: Italian hydronic components manufacturer offering balancing valves, thermostatic controls and water treatment solutions. Comparable to IMI Heimeier and IMI Pneumatex in residential and commercial hydronic balancing.
• Frese A/S: Danish manufacturer specialising in balancing and control valves (PIBCVs) for hydronic HVAC systems. Competes head-to-head with IMI TA across Europe on pressure-independent balancing technology.
• Belimo: Swiss-headquartered global leader in HVAC damper actuators, control valves and sensor technology. Closest direct competitor to IMI TA in commercial building control valves and actuator-driven flow management.
• Danfoss (Heating): Danish major with a dedicated heating segment producing balancing valves, radiator thermostats and electronic controls for hydronic systems. Directly competes with IMI TA across European commercial projects.

Broad incumbents

• Siemens Smart Infrastructure: Broad BMS/HVAC systems provider bundling valves, actuators and controls into portfolio solutions. Competes with IMI in commercial projects where the full automation stack is specified by a single vendor.
• Schneider Electric (Buildings): Smart building and energy management incumbent (EcoStruxure) with valve, damper and actuator offerings. Competes with IMI on connected-building specifications and BMS-led design wins.
• Johnson Controls: Global building automation and HVAC equipment incumbent with extensive valve and controls portfolio. Competes with IMI on integrated building efficiency contracts and large commercial retrofits.
• Honeywell Building Technologies: Global BMS incumbent offering control valves, actuators and full building automation suites. Overlaps with IMI's connected valve strategy at the BMS-integration layer and competes on large enterprise specifications.

Others

• Victaulic: Mechanical pipe joining specialist with adjacent HVAC mechanical-system offerings. Not a direct valve competitor but adjacent to IMI's hydronic system integration scope in commercial construction projects.

Emerging players

• Watts Water Technologies: US-based water and plumbing products company with a growing HVAC hydronic balancing offering. Comparable product breadth in valves and flow control but smaller share in European hydronic balancing.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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