What VMAC does

VMAC Global Technology Inc., founded in 1986 and headquartered in Nanaimo, British Columbia, designs and manufactures mobile rotary screw air compressors and integrated multi-power systems for service trucks, commercial vans, and OEM equipment platforms. The company operates one of the few North American compressor manufacturers with in-house foundry, CNC machining, and assembly, producing components such as the VMAC EC100 encapsulated rotary screw air end that delivers 100% duty cycle compared to 50% for reciprocating alternatives. Its product portfolio spans gas-powered units (G30, G90 with FlexDrive AMS adaptive control), diesel-driven (D60), hydraulic-driven (H40/H60), direct-transmission mounted (DTM70/DTM70-H), UNDERHOOD engine-compartment mounted systems (40/70/150 CFM), 6-in-1 multifunction power systems combining air, power generation, welding, battery boosting, and hydraulics, and a growing electric vehicle line (E30 battery electric, HV20 high-voltage electric for transit, school bus, and Class 8 applications).

VMAC sells through a global authorized dealer network supported by a dedicated dealer portal (agreements, parts ordering, labor time guides, promotional products), an OEM Solutions division working directly with manufacturers on belt, spline, and electric drive configurations, and regional sales representatives. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed; lead times range from 12 working days for UNDERHOOD40 Van Series to 110 working days for multifunction systems with Cat engines. Revenue streams include one-time hardware sales of compressors and multi-power systems, recurring parts and service kits, and aftermarket accessories (FRL units, mounting kits), backed by a lifetime limited warranty on air ends.

The company serves mining, oil & gas, construction, municipal/utilities, mobile tire service, transportation, forestry, and commercial van fleets, with named customers including Suez North America, Kal Tire, City of Livonia, Southern Tire Mart, Mountaineer Gas, and Classic Motors (25-year mining customer). Over 25,000 UNDERHOOD compressor systems have shipped worldwide, with 60% on Ford platforms. The company employs 101-250 people, operates as a privately held corporation under President Tod Gilbert, and was recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies for 2026, its 40th anniversary year.

Name

VMAC

Legal name

VMAC Global Technology Inc.

Website

https://vmacair.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1986

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

VMAC designs and manufactures mobile rotary screw air compressors and multi-power systems for service trucks, vans, and OEM platforms, selling through a global dealer network to mining, construction, municipal, and fleet operators across North America and select international markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Mobile Air Compressors

NAICS

Air and Gas Compressor Manufacturing (333912), Pump and Compressor Manufacturing (33391)

SIC

Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585)

akta.pro primary industry

Air & Gas Compressors (General Purpose) (IMAHANAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Pump & Compressor Packages (Skids, Booster Sets) (IMAHANAG)

Keywords

• Mobile air compressors
• Rotary screw compressors
• Vehicle mounted compressors
• Multifunction power systems
• Underhood air compressors

Headquarters

HQ city

Nanaimo

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, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Air Compressor Hardware Sales: Sale of mobile air compressors and multi-power systems including gas-powered, diesel-driven, hydraulic-driven, direct-transmission mounted, UNDERHOOD, and multifunction units. One-time hardware purchase with lifetime warranty on air ends.
2. Parts and Service Kits: Replacement parts, service kits, and compressor oil sold through dealer network and online ordering portal for dealers. Ongoing revenue from maintenance and repairs.
3. Aftermarket Accessories: Sale of accessories including FRL units (Filter Regulator Lubricator), mounting kits, and other complementary products through dealers and accessories page.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

VMAC designs and manufactures mobile air compressors and multi-power systems for service trucks, vans, and industrial OEM applications. The product portfolio spans gas-powered (G30, G90), diesel-driven (D60), hydraulic-driven (H40/H60), direct-transmission mounted (DTM70), engine-compartment mounted (UNDERHOOD 40/70/150), battery electric (E30), high-voltage electric (HV20), and 6-in-1 multifunction power systems that combine compressed air, electrical generation, welding, battery charging/boosting, and hydraulics.

Product overview

VMAC designs and manufactures mobile air compressors and multi-power systems. The product portfolio includes gas-powered compressors (G30, G90 with FlexDrive AMS), diesel-driven units (D60), hydraulic-driven systems (H40/H60), direct-transmission mounted systems (DTM70/DTM70-H), UNDERHOOD engine-compartment mounted compressors (UNDERHOOD40/70/150), multifunction power systems (6-in-1 combining air, power generation, welding, battery charging, boosting, and hydraulics), electric vehicle solutions (E30 with Stealth Power, HV20), and OEM components (belt drive VR series, SAE port compressors, electric drive compressors). VMAC also offers accessories including Throttle Commander and FRL units. The company specializes in rotary screw technology providing 100% duty cycle compared to reciprocating compressors. Products serve industries including construction, mining, oil & gas, municipalities, transportation, and mobile tire service.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• FlexDrive AMS: AirFlow Management System that automatically adjusts airflow and pressure to match application requirements
• Stealth Power

Products and services

• G90 Gas Driven Air Compressor with FlexDrive AMS Gas-powered rotary screw air compressor delivering up to 90 CFM at 100% duty cycle with FlexDrive AMS that automatically adapts airflow and pressure to tool demand. Powered by Honda iGX800 V-Twin EFI engine. Designed for service truck and field operations.
• G30 Gas Powered Air Compressors Gas-powered rotary screw air compressors available in Standard, Stacked, and G30+GEN generator configurations. Delivers 30 CFM at 100% duty cycle powered by Honda GX390 engine. For service trucks and field operations requiring mobile compressed air.
• D60 Diesel Driven Air Compressor Diesel-powered rotary screw air compressor delivering 60 CFM at 100% duty cycle, powered by Kubota diesel engine. Provides continuous airflow for demanding service truck applications.
• H40/H60 Hydraulic Driven Air Compressors Hydraulic-driven rotary screw air compressors tapping into vehicle's existing hydraulic systems. H40 delivers 40 CFM, H60 delivers 60 CFM, both at 100% duty cycle. Ideal for vehicles with hydraulic cranes and hydraulic-powered equipment.
• DTM70/DTM70-H Direct-Transmission Mounted Air Compressors Direct-Transmission Mounted systems using vehicle's PTO to drive the air compressor. DTM70 delivers 70 CFM, DTM70-H adds hydraulics capability. Lightweight integrated systems for trucks including Ford platforms.
• UNDERHOOD40/70/150 Air Compressors Engine compartment-mounted air compressors that integrate with the vehicle's existing engine. UNDERHOOD40 (Truck and Van Series, 40 CFM), UNDERHOOD70 (70 CFM), and UNDERHOOD150 (150 CFM). Frees up to 80 cubic feet of cargo space and reduces truck GVW by up to 1,900 lb.
• 6-in-1 Multifunction Power Systems All-in-one power systems combining compressed air, electrical power generation, welding, battery charging, boosting, and hydraulics in a single platform. Available with Cat (diesel), Kubota (diesel), or Honda (gas) engines. Replaces multiple standalone machines on service trucks.
• E30 with Stealth Power Battery Electric Air Compressor Battery electric powered 30 CFM rotary screw air compressor at 100% duty cycle. Designed for electrified and hybrid work truck platforms. Features optional Stealth Intelligence Direct Current Management (DCM) integration for intelligent electric-powered operations.
• HV20 High-Voltage Electric Vehicle Air Compressor High-voltage electric rotary screw air compressor designed for electric, hybrid, and fuel cell vehicles. Operates directly from a vehicle's high-voltage electrical system as a replacement for traditional reciprocating air brake compressors. Emphasizes lightweight packaging, intelligent diagnostics, and quiet operation.
• VR40/VR70/VR130 Belt Drive Air Compressors (OEM) Belt drive rotary screw air compressors for OEM integration. VR40, VR70, and VR130 models designed for integration into original equipment manufacturer products and vehicles.
• SAE A, B & C Port Spline Drive Air Compressors (OEM) Spline drive rotary screw air compressors for OEM applications with SAE A, B, and C port configurations. Available in SAE A, B & C Port and SAE A & C Port variants.
• Electric Drive Air Compressors (OEM) Electric-powered rotary screw air compressors for OEM applications, designed for integration into electric, hybrid, and traditional vehicle platforms.
• Throttle Commander Accessory product for controlling throttle operation with VMAC air compressor systems, sold as a standalone add-on.
• Compressor Accessories and Service Kits Range of accessories including FRL (Filter Regulator Lubricator) units, service kits, mounting kits, and other complementary compressor components sold through dealers and the accessories page.

Quantifiable outcome

• Saved $20,000 in diesel fuel costs and reduced carbon footprint by 155,000 lbs per fleet
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability3 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• BC Forest Discovery CentreminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2025VMAC provided its G90 Gas Driven Air Compressor with FlexDrive AMS to support critical railway maintenance at the 100-acre open-air museum in Duncan, British Columbia. The partnership enabled volunteers to complete extensive railway tie replacement across the 2.5 km railway loop ahead of opening season. The G90 provided continuous mobile compressed air directly at the worksite, eliminating the need to shuttle receiver tanks and dramatically increasing productivity.
• Ford Motor CompanycoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner60% of VMAC's 25,000+ UNDERHOOD air compressor systems shipped worldwide have been for Ford trucks. VMAC works with Ford's truck platform for DTM70 installations and UNDERHOOD systems. OEM truck engine warranties remain intact with UNDERHOOD installations.
• Honda Motor Co.coreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerVMAC G30 and G90 gas powered air compressors are powered by Honda engines (GX390 and iGX800 V-Twin EFI respectively). Honda engines are covered by Honda's 3-year Limited Warranty. VMAC Multifunction Power Systems also available with Honda EFI gas engine option.
• Caterpillar Inc.coreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerVMAC Multifunction Power Systems available with Cat Power (Tier 4F diesel engine). VMAC DTM70-H includes Cat engine options. Cat-powered systems offer high performance for demanding applications.
• Kubota CorporationcoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerVMAC Multifunction Power Systems available with Kubota diesel engine option. Kubota engines power the D60 Diesel Driven Air Compressor. Engine partnerships enable reliable power solutions for various applications.
• Sterling Fleet OutfitterscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCommercial van and truck equipment upfitter experienced in cargo van upfits with specialized options for Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans. Installed UNDERHOOD40 Van Series air compressor for Cullen Diesel's service van.
• Northern Auto Electric LtdminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLong-standing VMAC dealer expressing strong satisfaction with products and customer service. Customer testimonial indicates excellent dealer support and product reliability over many years.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• CFM Air Compressors: CFM specializes in vehicle-mounted and engine-driven air compressors for trucks and service vehicles. It competes most directly with VMAC's UNDERHOOD and PTO-driven product families in the mobile pneumatic tools market.
• Vanair Manufacturing: Vanair is a direct competitor in vehicle-mounted air compressors and mobile multifunction power systems (air, weld, hydraulic, generator). Its product lines overlap closely with VMAC's UNDERHOOD, DTM, and 6-in-1 systems for service truck fleets.

Emerging players

• Bobcat Company (Doosan): Bobcat (part of Doosan) has introduced portable air compressors alongside its compact equipment line for contractors and service fleets. It is an emerging player in the mobile compressor space with adjacent customer overlap to VMAC's construction and rental segments.

Broad incumbents

• Chicago Pneumatic: Chicago Pneumatic produces portable air compressors and pneumatic tools for construction, automotive, and industrial applications. Its portable compressor range overlaps with VMAC's service truck and contractor customer base.
• Kaeser Compressors: Kaeser is a major industrial rotary screw compressor manufacturer. While focused on stationary industrial installations, its product line and brand reach compete for similar fleet and shop-based compressed air budgets that VMAC also addresses.
• Atlas Copco: Atlas Copco is one of the world's largest compressor manufacturers with extensive mobile/portable and industrial product lines. Its Power Technique division overlaps with VMAC's mobile compressor category at scale.
• Ingersoll Rand: Ingersoll Rand is a global compressor OEM with broad industrial and portable/mobile compressor portfolios. It is an incumbent competitor in the wider air compressor market and competes indirectly via portable units and OEM channels.
• Quincy Compressor: Quincy Compressor manufactures reciprocating and rotary screw compressors for industrial and service applications. While primarily stationary, its dealer network and brand compete for the same compressed air customers VMAC targets.
• Sullair: Sullair, part of Hitachi Industrial, manufactures rotary screw compressors including portable and mobile units. It overlaps with VMAC's rotary screw technology focus and competes for industrial and mobile pneumatic tool air supply.
• Doosan Portable Power: Doosan Portable Power makes towable and skid-mounted portable air compressors widely used on construction and service truck jobsites. It competes for the same fleet and contractor air demand, though with trailer-mounted rather than vehicle-integrated form factors.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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