MDL Solutions

What MDL Solutions does

MDL Solutions is a privately held, family-run HVAC equipment distributor headquartered in Oakville, Ontario, Canada. The company operates as the sole North American distributor of patented Verano products manufactured in Europe, supplying a comprehensive portfolio that includes ECM fan coils (cassette, horizontal, vertical, highwall, slim, and universal configurations), trench heaters, low-level water convectors, LST radiators, climaconvectors, PTAC heat pumps, and air handling units. The product line emphasizes energy efficiency, with lab-tested savings of 12-45% on heating systems, ECM/low-voltage DC motor technology, and compliance with the EPA Technology Transitions rule via an R32 PTAC offering launched in 2024 ahead of the January 1, 2025 deadline.

The company's business model is sales-led and specification-driven, targeting architects, developers, mechanical engineers, and commercial HVAC contractors through dedicated content pages, an educational blog, SEO, and direct phone-based quoting. Revenue is generated via quote-based hardware sales, with products shipped from Ontario warehousing on 2-3 week lead times and supported by extended warranties (5 years on R32 units, 20 years on R410A units). The firm holds AHRI and ETL certifications on key SKUs and emphasizes customizable aesthetics (RAL colors, grille finishes) for high-end architectural integration.

MDL Solutions employs 11-50 people and operates as a privately held, family-controlled business with no disclosed institutional funding or parent company. Its strategic positioning combines a defensible exclusive distribution arrangement, regulatory readiness for the U.S. refrigerant transition, and a content-rich specifier channel aimed at premium residential and commercial construction projects across North America.

Name

MDL Solutions

Legal name

MDL Solutions

Website

https://mdlsoln.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

MDL Solutions is a family-run Canadian HVAC equipment distributor and sole North American source of patented Verano fan coils, trench heaters, PTACs, and air handlers, selling energy-efficient European-manufactured products to architects, developers, engineers, and mechanical contractors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

HVAC Equipment Distribution

NAICS

Warm Air Heating and Air-Conditioning Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers (42373), Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (333415)

SIC

Misc Industrial & Commercial Machinery & Equipment (3590), Refrigeration & Service Industry Machinery (3580)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYIMAHAKAB

HVAC Equipment (Heating, Cooling & Air Handling)

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Industrial Machinery & Heavy Equipment/Refrigeration, HVAC & Thermal Equipment

SECONDARYIMADANAF

Heat Exchangers, Coils & Hydronic HVAC Components

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Building Materials & Products/HVAC Components & Building Ventilation Products

Keywords

• HVAC equipment distribution
• Trench heating systems
• Fan coil units
• Energy-efficient cooling
• Commercial climate control

Headquarters

HQ city

Oakville

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. HVAC Equipment Sales: MDL Solutions generates revenue through the sale of HVAC equipment including trench heaters, fan coils, PTAC heat pumps, air handlers, and related heating/cooling products. Products are sold with extensive inventory for quick delivery (2-3 weeks).
2. North American Distribution: As the sole North American distributor of patented Verano products, MDL Solutions distributes European-manufactured HVAC equipment across North America from Ontario, Canada warehousing operations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

MDL Solutions distributes patented Verano-branded HVAC equipment across North America from its Ontario, Canada warehousing operations. The product portfolio includes trench heaters, ECM fan coils, PTAC heat pumps, air handling units, LST radiators, climaconvectors, and heat recovery ventilation systems. Products ship within 2-3 weeks and serve commercial, residential, and high-end architectural applications.

Product overview

MDL Solutions is a distributor and innovator in the HVAC industry offering a comprehensive portfolio of heating, cooling, and ventilation products. The company's core offerings include Verano-branded fan coils (including cassette, horizontal, vertical, highwall, and universal models), trench heaters (natural convectors and fan-assisted trench units), low-level water convectors/floor radiators, LST (Low Surface Temperature) radiators, climaconvectors for combined heating and cooling, PTAC (Packaged Terminal Air Conditioner) heat pumps, and air handling units. MDL Solutions is the sole North American distributor of patented Verano products manufactured in Europe, with North American warehousing and distribution capabilities in Ontario, Canada. The product line emphasizes energy efficiency through ECM (Electronically Commutated Motor) technology, achieving 12-45% energy savings. Products are offered with various refrigerant options including R32 (compliant with new EPA regulations) and R410A, with warranties ranging from 5 years for R32 units to 20 years for R410A units. The portfolio serves commercial, residential, and high-end architectural design applications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Verano: Patented product line including fan coils, trench heating, low-level water convectors, LST radiators, and climaconvectors. MDL is the sole North American distributor of Verano products.

Products and services

• Verano Fan Coils Low voltage DC electronically commutated motor (ECM) fan coils for optimal electrical energy savings in HVAC systems, distributed by MDL Solutions as the sole North American distributor.
• Trench Heaters Floor-level heating units installed in trenches that release heat at floor level using natural convection for energy-efficient heating in modern building designs.
• Low-Level Water Convectors Floor-mounted convectors designed for spaces where trench heating or wall-mounted units are not feasible, providing compact heating solutions.
• LST Radiators Low Surface Temperature radiators designed for safety and efficiency in commercial and residential applications, available in wall- and floor-mounted versions.
• Climaconvectors Combined heating and cooling units that provide discreet climate control, visually blending into architectural designs.
• Heat Recovery Ventilation Ventilation systems with energy recovery capabilities that improve indoor air quality while minimizing energy consumption.
• R32/R410A PTAC (Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners) Wall sleeve-based heating and cooling units available in R32 (compliant with new EPA regulations effective January 1, 2025) and R410A refrigerants, with 5-year warranty on R32 and 20-year warranty on R410A units.
• Horizontal Fan Coils Horizontally installed fan coil units for heating and cooling applications in commercial buildings.
• Air Handling Units (AHU) Central air handling units for large-scale heating, cooling, and ventilation in commercial buildings.
• MDL Ventilation FanCoil VCVK Ventilation fan coil unit with 24V DC EC motor, tangential fan option, built-in air flow modulator, and duct connection for mechanical ventilation.
• MDL Verano Mini Vertical Air Handler – VVAH Vertical mini air handling unit with 1-inch Nylon Mesh Filter, G4 filtration, EC thermostat compatibility, and options for left or right side coil connections.
• MDL VERANO CASSETTE FAN COIL - VKS/VK1 Ceiling cassette fan coil under 9 inches in height, 150-740 CFM, AHRI Certified and ETL listed, with EC motor and 120V electrical connections.
• MDL VERANO PTAC HEAT PUMP Efficient PTAC heat pump with EER up to 13.0 and COP of 3.55, exceeding AHRI standards and DOE requirements, featuring rapid heat mode and self-diagnostic capabilities.
• MDL VERANO TRENCH HEATER - VK15 Natural convector trench heater with hot-dip galvanized steel casing, copper and aluminum heat exchanger, suitable for installation in floor trenches.
• MDL Verano Floor Radiator – LST (Pedestal SCV) Floor-mounted convector with hot-dip galvanized steel casing, copper and aluminum heat exchanger, designed for spaces where trench or wall mounting is not possible.
• MDL Verano Horizontal Low Static – VHA ECM fan coil under 10 inches in height, 200-1400 CFM, AHRI Certified and ETL listed, with 120V or 220V electrical connections.
• MDL Verano Horizontal High Static – VHB High static ECM horizontal fan coil from 11 3/4 inches in height, 600-2400 CFM, AHRI Certified and ETL listed, with 220V/1P/60Hz electrical connections.
• MDL VERANO FAÇADE - VKF Customizable facade convector that attaches to mullions, suitable for tall windows, available in any RAL color.
• MDL VERANO ROUND STEEL FIN TUBE - RFTR Round steel fin tube heating element for custom HVAC applications.
• MDL VERANO WALL VERTICAL HEAT Wall-mounted vertical heating unit with advanced thermal technologies for efficient, uniform heating that blends with modern architectural aesthetics.
• MDL Verano Horizontal Low Static, Slim – VHL Slim horizontal fan coil with control logic for 2-pipe and 4-pipe systems, sleep mode, auto fan speed, and energy-saving features.

Quantifiable outcome

• 12-45% energy savings achieved by heating systems according to laboratory tests
• +2 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• VeranocoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerMDL Solutions serves as the sole North American distributor of patented Verano products including fan coils, trench heating, low-level water convectors, radiators, LST radiators, and climaconvectors. Verano provides the manufacturing capabilities while MDL handles North American distribution and customer relationships.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Carrier Global: Carrier is a global HVAC incumbent offering commercial heating, cooling, and ventilation systems including PTAC units and air handlers. As a broad incumbent, Carrier competes with MDL across the same specification-driven commercial HVAC market but with much broader product depth and geographic reach.
• Bosch Thermotechnology: Bosch Thermotechnology is a major European HVAC brand with established North American distribution. It competes with Verano/MDL in residential and light commercial heating markets (boilers, heat pumps, fan coils) but operates at much broader scale with a wider product portfolio.
• Modine Manufacturing: Modine manufactures commercial and industrial HVAC equipment including unit heaters, air handlers, and heat transfer products. As an established manufacturer with broad distribution, Modine competes in some of the same commercial HVAC equipment categories that MDL distributes.
• Rinnai America: Rinnai is a leading manufacturer of high-efficiency heating products including tankless water heaters and hydronic heating. It shares MDL's emphasis on energy efficiency and specification-driven sales to architects and developers, but operates at significantly larger scale across broader product categories.
• Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US: Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US distributes ductless and VRF systems, fan coils, and air handlers across North America. It competes with MDL in commercial and high-end residential HVAC specification but at substantially larger scale with broader product breadth and strong brand recognition.
• Daikin Applied: Daikin Applied manufactures commercial HVAC equipment including chillers, air handlers, fan coils, and rooftop units. It serves the same commercial specification-driven market as MDL but with broader product offerings, global manufacturing, and much larger scale.
• Trane Technologies: Trane is a leading global manufacturer of HVAC systems, including PTAC units, rooftop units, and commercial heating/cooling equipment. It competes with MDL in commercial HVAC specification but operates at vastly larger scale with full vertical integration including manufacturing, distribution, and service.

Direct peers

• Engineered Air: Engineered Air is a Canadian-based manufacturer and distributor of commercial HVAC equipment including fan coils, air handlers, and specialized heating/cooling units. Its Canadian footprint and focus on custom commercial HVAC solutions make it a direct comparable in target market and product category.
• Jaga Climate Systems: Jaga is a Belgian manufacturer of trench heaters, low-level convectors, LST radiators, and climaconvectors - directly overlapping with the Verano product line that MDL distributes. As a European designer-brand entering North America through distribution partnerships, Jaga is the closest comparable peer in product category, target market, and aesthetic positioning.
• Viessmann Manufacturing: Viessmann is a European manufacturer of heating and climate systems with North American distribution. Like Verano/MDL, Viessmann brings European heating technology (boilers, radiators, heat pumps) to the North American market through specialized distribution, sharing a similar business model and target customer base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/mdlsoln
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/mdl-solutions-hvac

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

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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