MAP (Motorised Air Products Ltd)

What MAP (Motorised Air Products Ltd) does

Motorised Air Products Limited (MAPUK) is a UK private limited company, headquartered in Wickford, Essex, founded in 1988, that supplies air distribution, ventilation, and fire safety equipment to UK construction projects. Its product range covers air terminal devices (ceiling, linear, slot, displacement, jet nozzle and high-induction diffusers including Mini Swirl, DLA7, VDP and DINO/VQA series), grilles and bespoke decorative products, dampers and valves (CAV, VAV, constant and variable flow rate controllers in the VR/VRX/VRE/VRF families), duct silencers, and fire dampers rated to EN1366-2. Manufacturing is largely distributed through technology partners (Air Tech Systems, Bevent Rasch, SLT, Climecon) with bespoke UK fabrication for grilles, complemented by Revit/MagiCAD BIM file integration for consulting engineers.

The company operates a project-based enterprise sales motion, engaging directly with architects, consulting engineers, interior designers, main contractors and developers during the design phase to specify custom ventilation solutions for technically demanding environments. Revenue is generated primarily through hardware sales of catalogue products and bespoke grille/component design services, with direct project quotations replacing any published price list. Customer concentration is anchored on high-prestige UK landmarks: the Elizabeth Line (Crossrail), National Theatre renovation, Heathrow Terminal 2, V&A Museum, Chelsea Barracks, 70 St Mary Axe, One Braham (BT HQ), News Building, Audi Headquarters and Mandarin Oriental, across verticals that include commercial office, healthcare, transportation infrastructure, luxury residential, hospitality, education/research and cultural institutions.

Founded in 1988 and independently owned, MAPUK has no external investors, parent company, public listing, or disclosed revenue; it operates exclusively in the United Kingdom with no overseas offices. The business model is capital-light distribution plus bespoke fabrication, positioning MAPUK as a specialist specification partner rather than a volume manufacturer.

Name

MAP (Motorised Air Products Ltd)

Legal name

Motorised Air Products Limited

Website

https://mapuk.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1988

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

MAPUK is a UK-based, 1988-founded specialist distributor and bespoke fabricator of air distribution, ventilation and fire safety equipment — including diffusers, grilles, CAV/VAV controllers, dampers and silencers — supplied via project-based specification work to architects, consulting engineers and contractors on landmark commercial, transport, healthcare, residential and cultural builds.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

HVAC Ventilation Equipment

NAICS

Industrial and Commercial Fan and Blower and Air Purification Equipment Manufacturing (333413), Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (33341)

SIC

Industrial & Commercial Fans & Blowers & Air Purifing Equip (3564)

akta.pro primary industry

Ventilation, Ducting & Air Distribution Equipment (IMAHAKAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

Dampers, Louvers & Ventilation Controls (IMADANAD)

Keywords

• HVAC ventilation equipment
• Air terminal devices
• Bespoke ventilation grilles
• Fire dampers safety
• Flow rate controllers

Headquarters

HQ city

Wickford

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. HVAC Products and Equipment Sales: Sale of air terminal devices, diffusers, grilles, dampers, valves, and associated ventilation equipment to project customers including commercial developers, contractors, and engineering consultants.
2. Bespoke Design Services: Technical consultation and custom product design services working in collaboration with architects, consultants and interior designers to develop intricate products meeting precise technical specifications.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

MAPUK manufactures and supplies air terminal devices (swirl diffusers, linear diffusers, displacement diffusers, jet nozzles, grilles), dampers and valves (CAV, VAV, constant and variable flow rate controllers), duct silencers, and bespoke ventilation grilles tailored for architectural integration. The company also provides bespoke ventilation design services through direct collaboration with architects, consulting engineers, and interior designers to develop customised products meeting precise technical specifications. Products are used in commercial, residential, healthcare, transportation, hospitality, and educational projects across the UK.

Product overview

MAP (Motorised Air Products Ltd) is a UK-based ventilation solutions company with over 35 years of experience providing air distribution, ventilation systems, and comfort conditioning products. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of air terminal devices (diffusers, grilles, jet nozzles, displacement products), dampers and valves (CAV, VAV, flow rate controllers), and industrial ventilation systems. Their product portfolio includes high induction products like DLA7 and VDP swirl diffusers, linear and slot diffusers (LDB series), displacement diffusers (DINO, VQA series), grilles (MB, PPG, Micro Blade), and flow control devices (VRE, VRF, VRX series). They also offer bespoke ventilation design services and manufacture products from partners including LTG, Schanze, and Climecon. Key projects include the Elizabeth Line, National Theatre, and Chelsea Barracks.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Mini Swirl Diffusers Mini Swirl diffusers installed behind grilles or decorative fascia. Engineered for outstanding performance, ensuring supply air is fully mixed before entering the occupied zone, delivering maximum comfort with low velocity air flows and an even temperature gradient. Features rotational high induction flows with adjustable swirl blades for induction control.
• DLA7 High Induction Swirl Diffuser Square or circular high induction supply air swirl diffuser with adjustable aerodynamic swirl disc. Handles high cooling loads while maintaining comfortable air conditions in occupied zones, featuring highly inductive fanned rotational flow and adjustable geometry for optimum distribution.
• VRX Constant Flow Rate Controller Self-powered, mechanically self-acting constant flow rate controller with compact design. Suitable for differential pressures of 70 to 1000Pa with control accuracy of +/- 10%. Features aluminium damper in plastic bearing for smooth movement.
• VDP Swirl Diffuser High induction adjustable swirl diffuser with internal cylindrical swirl element generating highly inductive circulation airstream. Features adjustable deflection vane for variable air flow geometry and achieves nearly isothermal conditions within short distance from diffuser.
• BSK4 Fire Dampers Two-hour fire-rated dampers tested to EN1366-2 fire standard safety regulations, specifically designed for under-platform extract systems in transportation infrastructure. CE Marked for use in projects such as the Elizabeth Line serving 60+ miles and 41 stations carrying 200 million passengers annually.
• Bespoke Ventilation Design Service Bespoke ventilation design and fabrication service working in collaboration with architects, consultants, and interior designers to develop intricate, customised products. Specialises in creating luxurious ventilation grilles with hundreds of captivating patterns and unique designs, crafted in the UK using the finest materials, integrating seamlessly with interiors from elegant curves to geometric shapes for projects requiring precise technical specifications.
• Variable Air Volume (VAV) Flow Rate Controllers Variable flow rate controllers that regulate constant or variable volumetric flows independently of inlet pressure, ensuring energy-efficient operation. Available in round or oblong shapes with models including VRDactive, BVAV-2, BVAVD, BVAV-LD, BVAVD-LD, BVAV-3, BVAVD-3.
• Duct Silencers Wide range of duct silencers including both circular and rectangular absorption type products using glass wool or mineral wool. Manufactured using hot-dipped galvanised steel plate. Includes LFIK, LFIV, LFAR, and LFAB models.
• Constant Air Volume (CAV) Flow Rate Controllers Flow rate controllers for constant volumetric flow that automatically maintain constant volumetric flow mechanically without cables or external power.
• Diffusers Range (Ceiling, Linear, Slot, Floor) Complete range of diffusers including ceiling diffusers, linear diffusers, slot diffusers, and floor diffusers meeting highest requirements in comfort, acoustics, and design. Includes models such as RINO, VIVA-F, VIVA-S, HALO, HALO-X, TINO-S, CLIK, ILO, OLO, OLE, OLOi, KINO, FINO, TINO, RCG, RCF, NOP, NOT, NOT-S, NOX-S, CTO, CRO, RIX, LINE, RUX, ROK, SAGA, ROX, ROL, ROL-S, RIF, AIRA. Supports BIM/REVIT integration via MagiCAD.cloud.
• Grilles Range (Ceiling, Side Wall, Decorative) Large selection of models, styles and sizes for ceiling grilles and side wall grilles, including decorative grilles and custom fabrication. Includes LDO-T, KIK, KIO, KIP, EKE, EKV, EKO, ELO, MF1N-U8.
• Low Velocity Displacement Diffusers Displacement diffusers combining high capacity, elegant design, and flexibility. Provide silent and draught-free air distribution for restaurants, classrooms, industrial premises, and professional kitchens. Includes BLQ, DINO-A, DINO-K, DINO-R, DINO-T, DINO-TH, VQA-RE, VQA-RU, VQA-RH, VQA-RF, VQA-VR, VQA-HH, VQA-HR, VQA-VH, DRG models.
• Jet Nozzles High performing jet nozzles ideal for large and high reception areas requiring air terminal devices that can throw air far into the room. Allow precise adjustment of supply air jet to prevailing room conditions.
• ILQsfSystem SmartFlow Industrial Air Diffuser Industrial air diffuser, the first air diffuser that displaces pollutants from work areas with both constant and variable flow rates without intense mixing with room air. Suitable for on-demand ventilation, heating, and cooling in large buildings.
• LDB High Induction Linear Diffusers Linear high-induction diffusers used at 70 St Mary Axe ('Can of Ham'), with 1,500 units installed for the 28,000 sq meter curved office building across 20 floors. The linear diffuser design supports integration with exposed services in architectural ceiling designs.

Quantifiable outcome

• 200 million passengers served annually through Elizabeth Line ventilation systems
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers16 records

Segments9 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Air Tech SystemscoreTechnology or IntegrationProduct partner supplying air distribution equipment integrated into MAPUK's ventilation solutions portfolio.
• Bevent RaschcoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology partner providing air distribution and ventilation products within MAPUK's comprehensive solution offering.
• SLTcoreTechnology or IntegrationPartner supplying air distribution technology integrated into MAPUK's ventilation product portfolio.
• ClimeconcoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology partner providing air distribution and diffuser products including RINO, OKA, VIP product lines within MAPUK's portfolio.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Lindab (Lindab Comfort): Lindab manufactures ventilation ducts, fittings, diffusers, and air handling components across Europe. Competes with MAPUK in the UK commercial ventilation specification channel and offers overlapping diffuser and damper families.
• Trox UK: Trox is one of Europe's largest manufacturers of air distribution components (diffusers, grilles, dampers, VAV/CAV controllers) and serves the same UK specifier channel for commercial, healthcare, and infrastructure projects. Directly comparable to MAPUK in product category, customer base, and specification-led GTM.
• Halton Group: Halton supplies air diffusion, fire dampers, and HVAC solutions for commercial buildings, healthcare, and marine/offshore. Directly competes with MAPUK in fire damper and high-specification diffuser categories in the UK and Europe.
• Swegon UK: Swegon manufactures indoor climate ventilation products including diffusers, dampers, and air handling accessories, with a strong UK specification presence. Overlaps with MAPUK in high-spec commercial and public-sector projects and targets similar consulting engineer relationships.

Others

• LTG (Air Technology Group): LTG is a German ventilation engineering firm whose products MAPUK distributes in the UK. A technology partner rather than direct competitor, but represents the kind of European manufacturer whose UK entry could disrupt MAPUK's position if MAPUK's distribution arrangement were to change.

Regional players

• Colt International: Colt International is a UK-based specialist in smoke and natural ventilation, fire curtains, and climate control for commercial and industrial buildings. Adjacent competitor in UK specification work, particularly on smoke control and fire safety projects where MAPUK also competes.

Broad incumbents

• FläktGroup: FläktGroup is a large European HVAC incumbent offering fans, air handling units, dampers, and diffusers across commercial, industrial, and infrastructure segments. Overlaps with MAPUK in fire/smoke dampers and air distribution components but serves a broader portfolio of mechanical equipment.
• Greenheck Fan Corporation: Greenheck is a North American leader in commercial/industrial fans, dampers, louvers, and air distribution equipment. While primarily US-focused, it competes globally in the same air distribution and damper categories that MAPUK supplies into UK landmark projects.
• Systemair UK: Systemair is a pan-European HVAC manufacturer offering ventilation fans, air handling units, and air distribution products. Competes with MAPUK primarily in commercial ventilation specification but at a much broader product and geographic scale.
• Price Industries: Price Industries is one of North America's largest manufacturers of air distribution products (diffusers, grilles, terminal units). Comparable product portfolio to MAPUK but at much larger scale and predominantly North American footprint.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance8 records

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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Investments

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