Minnesota Air, Inc.

HVAC Equipment and Parts Distributionmnair.com

Minnesota Air is a third-generation, family-owned HVAC distributor based in Bloomington, Minnesota, serving licensed HVAC contractors across Minnesota, Eastern North Dakota, and Western Wisconsin with Carrier, Tempstar, and WeatherMaker equipment, parts, training, and delivery through four locations.

Company typePrivate
Founded1981
HeadquartersBloomington, United States
Headcount51–100
GTM typeB2B
OfferingServices

What Minnesota Air, Inc. does

Minnesota Air, Inc. is a privately held, third-generation family-owned HVAC distributor headquartered in Bloomington, Minnesota, operating since 1981 and spun off as an independent HVAC-focused corporation in 1999. The company distributes residential and commercial HVAC equipment from Carrier, Tempstar, and WeatherMaker, alongside parts and supplies (Totaline, Factory Authorized Parts, Fast OEM Parts), controls, smart thermostats, IAQ products, and A2L-compatible tooling, serving licensed HVAC contractors across Minnesota, Eastern North Dakota, and Western Wisconsin through four distribution/locations (Bloomington, Lake Elmo, St. Cloud, Crystal) and an e-commerce platform at shop.mnair.com. Its go-to-market blends a dealer network with inside sales, a dedicated Plan & Spec commercial team, custom freight and after-hours pickup (until 10pm), and 24/7 emergency parts availability, with revenue primarily from hardware sales supplemented by partner-driven marketing services and training through Air Academy eLearning.

The company's competitive positioning rests on its regional distribution density, multi-brand OEM portfolio, and a bundled contractor ecosystem that includes training, co-op marketing, freight, and loyalty rebates (Resideo Pro PERKs). It is executing a regulatory-driven product transition to Puron Advance (R-454B) low-GWP refrigerants in 2025 to meet EPA/AIM Act requirements, and is expanding its commercial controls and building automation footprint via Carrier i-Vu, ClimaVision, and Belimo training partnerships. The company does not publish financials and operates with no disclosed parent, no institutional investors, and no public listing.

Minnesota Air, Inc. firmographics

Firmographics

Name: Minnesota Air, Inc.
Legal name: Minnesota Air, Inc.
Website: https://mnair.com
Company type: Private
Founded year: 1981
Operating status: Operating
Headcount range: 51–100 employees
Short description: Minnesota Air is a third-generation, family-owned HVAC distributor based in Bloomington, Minnesota, serving licensed HVAC contractors across Minnesota, Eastern North Dakota, and Western Wisconsin with Carrier, Tempstar, and WeatherMaker equipment, parts, training, and delivery through four locations.
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Minnesota Air, Inc. industry classification

Industry

Product category: HVAC Equipment and Parts Distribution
NAICS: Warm Air Heating and Air-Conditioning Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers (42373), Refrigeration Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers (423740)
SIC: Wholesale-Hardware & Plumbing & Heating Equipment & Supplies (5070), Steam & Air-Conditioning Supply (4961)
akta.pro primary industry: HVAC, Water Heaters & Indoor Air Quality Distribution (CRAOAFAJ)
akta.pro secondary industries: HVAC Equipment (Heating, Cooling & Air Handling) (IMAHAKAB), Air Handling Units (AHUs) & Rooftop Units (RTUs) (IMADANAA), Refrigeration & Cold Storage (Commercial/Industrial) (EDAOACAD)

Keywords

HVAC equipment distribution
HVAC parts supply
Refrigerant products
Building automation systems
HVAC contractor training

Where Minnesota Air, Inc. is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city: Bloomington
HQ country: United States
HQ region: North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

Minnesota Air, Inc. business model

Business model

GTM type: B2B
Offering type: Services
Cost components: Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

HVAC Equipment Distribution: Distribution of commercial and residential HVAC equipment including Carrier, Tempstar, and WeatherMaker brands. Equipment includes rooftop units up to 60 tons, ductless systems, and light commercial products.
Parts and Supplies Distribution: Distribution of HVAC parts, tools, supplies, and equipment. Features largest stocked inventory with 4 metro locations, same-day delivery, next-day shipping, and after-hours emergency service. Includes Factory Authorized Parts for Carrier, Tempstar & WeatherMaker.
Training and Certification Services: Air Academy eLearning platform and in-person training for EPA 608 certification, A2L refrigerants, and NATE certification. Provides CFAD Distributor, NATE, and PDH credits.
Custom Freight Solutions: Freight and delivery services including next-day delivery for Twin Cities metro, recurring delivery scheduling, after-hours pickups until 10pm, and custom delivery matching to contractor capabilities.
Marketing Services: Partner marketing services including website design, digital advertising, local advertisement, social media, email marketing, print and radio advertisement to help contractors generate leads.

Pricing tiers

Model	Billing	Price
Other	Pay-as-you-go	Account-based pricing with credit application process

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Minnesota Air, Inc. product offering

Product offering

Core offering

Minnesota Air is a full-service HVAC distributor that supplies residential and commercial contractors with Carrier, Tempstar, and WeatherMaker HVAC equipment, parts, and supplies, complemented by the Air Academy training platform, custom freight delivery, and partner marketing services. The company serves Minnesota, Eastern North Dakota, and Western Wisconsin through four distribution centers and an e-commerce storefront, and is currently leading the regional transition to low-GWP Puron Advance (R-454B) refrigerants.

Product overview

Minnesota Air is an HVAC distribution company serving contractors in Minnesota, Eastern North Dakota, and Western Wisconsin. The company operates as a single unified distribution business offering equipment, parts, and supplies alongside training services. The product portfolio centers on Carrier, Tempstar, and WeatherMaker branded HVAC equipment for residential and commercial applications, complemented by Totaline and Factory Authorized Parts for service and replacement. Key technology features include Carrier i-Vu Building Automation System for commercial building management, InteliSense remote diagnostics, NFC-enabled furnace controls, and Vertex V-Coil efficiency technology. The company recently launched Puron Advance (R-454B) refrigerant products representing a 75% GWP reduction. Training is delivered through Air Academy, an eLearning platform offering certification credits. ClimaVision provides light commercial climate control. A comprehensive line of A2L-compatible tooling supports the refrigerant transition.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

Air Academy: Minnesota Air's eLearning platform featuring HVAC training courses, offering CFAD Distributor, NATE, and PDH credits for professional development.
Puron Advance

Products and services

Carrier HVAC Equipment Commercial and residential HVAC equipment from Carrier, including ducted and ductless residential and light commercial packaged solutions, infinity, performance, and comfort series products.
Tempstar HVAC Equipment Residential and commercial HVAC equipment brand known for its No Hassle Replacement limited warranty on premium products. Supports R-454B product roadmap for 2025.
WeatherMaker HVAC Equipment Gas furnaces, fan coil units, condensing units, heat pumps, evaporator coils, and duct-free splits using non-ozone-depleting R-454B refrigerant.
Puron Advance (R-454B) Refrigerant Product Line Next-generation low-GWP refrigerant with GWP of 465, representing a 75% reduction compared to R-410A. Designed for residential and light commercial HVAC systems with operating temperatures and pressures similar to R-410A for straightforward transition.
Totaline Parts HVACR parts, supplies, equipment, and tools. Quality aftermarket parts including motors, compressors, condensers, heating, and electrical components at competitive prices for licensed HVAC contractors.
Factory Authorized Parts (FAP) OEM HVACR parts certified to meet original equipment manufacturer form, fit, and function standards for servicing Carrier, Tempstar, and WeatherMaker equipment.
Fast OEM Parts Aftermarket HVACR parts including motors, compressors, condensers, heating, and electrical components at affordable prices for licensed HVAC contractors.
Air Academy eLearning Platform eLearning platform offering HVAC training courses in digital format with CFAD Distributor, NATE, and PDH credits. Courses cover installation, maintenance, and setup for commercial, residential, control systems, and equipment, including EPA 608 certification and A2L Low GWP refrigerant training.
Carrier i-Vu Building Automation System Building automation and facility management system providing real-time visibility into indoor air quality metrics and an interface to manage HVAC equipment. Provides a 360-degree view of building operations for facility managers and technicians.
ClimaVision Light Commercial Climate Control Light commercial cloud-based and wireless building climate control system that automates entire HVAC systems for optimized performance, comfort, and energy savings. Ideal for small to medium buildings up to 50,000 sq ft, including offices, retail, medical facilities, and restaurants.
A2L Compatible Tooling Specialized tools for working with A2L refrigerants (R-454B), including ignition-proof recovery units, vacuum pumps, manifold gauges, leak detectors, refrigerant scales, and swaging tools required for safe handling of mildly flammable refrigerants.
Custom Freight and Delivery Services Freight and delivery services for HVAC contractors, including next-day delivery for Twin Cities metro orders placed by 5 p.m., recurring delivery scheduling, after-hours pickups until 10 p.m., and custom delivery matching to contractor dock capabilities.
Contractor Marketing Services Partner marketing services for HVAC contractors, including website design, digital advertising, local advertisement, social media outreach, email marketing, and print and radio advertisement to help contractors generate leads.

Quantifiable outcome

FedEx distribution site: 41 units installed in 2 hours and 5 minutes using Minnesota Air equipment
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Companies that use Minnesota Air, Inc.

Customer profile

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Minnesota Air, Inc. technology and API

Technology

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API: No
API docs
API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature6 records

Minnesota Air, Inc. partnerships and signals

Strategic signal

Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

CarriercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPrimary distribution partner for Carrier commercial and residential HVAC equipment including Infinity, Performance, and Comfort series products. Carriers Puron Advance R-454B refrigerant products are distributed exclusively through this partnership.
TempstarcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistribution partner for Tempstar HVAC equipment including ion systems and No Hassle Replacement limited warranty products. Supports R-454B product roadmap for 2025.
WeatherMakercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistribution partner for WeatherMaker gas furnaces, fan coil units, condensing units, heat pumps, evaporator coils, and duct-free splits using non-ozone depleting R-454B refrigerant.
TotalinemajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHVACR parts, supplies, equipment and tools partner offering universal service parts for most HVAC brands at competitive prices.
ResideomajorGTM or Marketing PartnerResideo Pro PERKs loyalty program enabling contractors to earn up to 4% back on Resideo and Honeywell home products, with free merchandise, co-op marketing dollars, and branded merchandise rewards.
Fast OEM PartsmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAftermarket HVACR parts distribution including motors, compressors, condensers, heating and electrical components at affordable prices.
CopelandmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorScroll compressors and components distribution partner serving commercial and residential HVAC refrigeration needs.
CamfilminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAdvanced filtration systems partner for commercial and residential air quality solutions.
HoneywellmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThermostats, zone systems, and indoor air quality products distribution through both Honeywell Home and Honeywell commercial brands.
ReznormajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGas radiant heaters, unit heaters, and HVAC equipment for commercial applications including light commercial and industrial spaces.
AprilAiremajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAir purification and humidity control products distribution for residential and commercial indoor air quality applications.
DanfossmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCompressors, motors, valves, and power solutions distribution for commercial refrigeration and HVAC applications.
iWaveminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIAQ ionization technology distribution for air purification and indoor air quality improvement in HVAC systems.
RenewAireminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEnergy recovery ventilation systems and equipment for commercial and residential applications.
FieldpiecemajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHVACR tools and measuring equipment distribution including digital manifolds, refrigerant scales, and diagnostic instruments.
ParkermajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRefrigeration valves distribution for commercial and industrial HVAC applications.
SporlanmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRefrigeration components distribution for commercial and residential air conditioning applications.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Minnesota Air, Inc. competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Direct peers

Carrier Enterprise: Carrier's owned and authorized HVAC distribution arm operating across the U.S. and Latin America. Directly comparable as a Carrier-branded HVAC distributor serving contractor customers, though at larger scale and with parent-company backing.
ACR Supply: Regional HVAC and refrigeration parts and equipment distributor serving the Carolinas and surrounding states. Comparable as a multi-branch HVAC distributor focused on contractor accounts with parts and equipment.
RSD (Refrigeration Supplies Distributor): HVACR wholesale distributor with branches across the Western U.S., focused on refrigeration and air conditioning parts and equipment for contractor customers — closely aligned with Minnesota Air's contractor distribution model.
Gustave A. Larson: Regional HVAC distributor serving the Upper Midwest and Western U.S. with multiple branch locations. Closely comparable model as a family-rooted regional HVAC distributor carrying leading brands and serving contractor customers.
Johnstone Supply: Cooperative HVACR wholesale distributor serving contractors across the U.S. with multiple branch locations, parts inventory, and contractor-focused services — directly comparable business model to Minnesota Air's regional distribution play.

Regional players

Standard Plumbing Supply: Family-owned regional HVAC and plumbing distributor based in the Midwest with multiple branches. Comparable as a long-tenured family-run regional distributor with branch network, though broader in trade coverage than Minnesota Air.

Broad incumbents

Trane Supply: Trane Technologies' distribution arm selling Trane and Ameristar HVAC equipment to contractors nationwide. Comparable in product category and contractor go-to-market, though part of a much larger OEM-led distribution network.
Ferguson Enterprises: Large plumbing, HVAC, and waterworks distributor with national footprint serving contractors. Overlaps with Minnesota Air in HVAC equipment distribution but offers a much broader product portfolio and serves multiple trades.
Winsupply: Cooperative-style wholesale distribution company with locations across the U.S. serving HVAC, plumbing, and other trades. Comparable as a contractor-focused distributor, though broader in trade coverage than Minnesota Air.
Watsco: Largest HVAC distributor in North America with hundreds of branches across the U.S. and broad brand portfolio. Comparable product categories (residential and commercial HVAC equipment, parts) but operates at a vastly larger scale than Minnesota Air.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Minnesota Air, Inc. financial estimates

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Minnesota Air, Inc. leadership team

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Minnesota Air, Inc. funding detail

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

Minnesota Air, Inc. M&A and investment

M&A and investment

M&A

Investments

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Frequently asked questions about Minnesota Air, Inc.

What does Minnesota Air, Inc. do?

Is Minnesota Air, Inc. a public or private company?

Minnesota Air, Inc. is a private company. It is classified as family owned and is currently operating.

When was Minnesota Air, Inc. founded?

Minnesota Air, Inc. was founded in 1981. It employs 51 to 100 people.

Where is Minnesota Air, Inc. based?

Minnesota Air, Inc. is headquartered in Bloomington, United States, in the North America region.

How does Minnesota Air, Inc. make money?

Five revenue lines are on record. HVAC Equipment Distribution is the primary driver. The others are parts and Supplies Distribution, training and Certification Services, custom Freight Solutions and marketing Services.

Who are Minnesota Air, Inc.'s main competitors?

Direct peers on record are Carrier Enterprise, ACR Supply, RSD (Refrigeration Supplies Distributor), Gustave A. Larson and Johnstone Supply. Standard Plumbing Supply is listed as a regional player. Broad incumbents are Trane Supply, Ferguson Enterprises, Winsupply and Watsco.

Does Minnesota Air, Inc. have an API?

No public API is recorded for Minnesota Air, Inc..

What industry is Minnesota Air, Inc. in?

Minnesota Air, Inc.'s product category is HVAC Equipment and Parts Distribution. Its primary akta.pro industry code is CRAOAFAJ, HVAC, Water Heaters & Indoor Air Quality Distribution, with a secondary code of IMAHAKAB, HVAC Equipment (Heating, Cooling & Air Handling). Its NAICS code is 42373 and its SIC code is 5070.