Daikin Applied Americas has announced a majority investment in Modular Comfort Systems, a provider of customized HVAC solutions serving upstate New York. The acquisition aims to enhance HVAC system efficiency and sustainability, aligning with New York’s evolving regulations focused on reducing energy use and carbon emissions.
“With changing regulations on the horizon, our customers need energy-efficient, low-carbon solutions for their buildings and facilities, and we can support this growing need by investing in Modular Comfort Systems,” said Yu Nishiwaki, Chief Operating Officer of Daikin Applied Americas. “Modular Comfort Systems has been a leading sales engineering firm in upstate New York for over 50 years, and their expertise has resulted in top-tier performance and efficiency for their customers. Their continued success is a testament to their abilities and we’re pleased to welcome the team to the Daikin Group.”
New York’s Climate Act, codified in 2023, establishes decarbonization requirements for new buildings, increasing demand for sustainable HVAC solutions. The partnership between Daikin Applied and Modular Comfort Systems will provide customers with integrated solutions to meet these regulatory challenges and improve environmental performance.
“We know the regulatory landscape in upstate New York better than anyone, and we’re thrilled that joining Daikin will allow us to build out our HVAC technology and solutions to further support our customers,” said Chris Miller, President of Modular Comfort Systems. “Customers can expect enhanced support and distribution capabilities, backed by Daikin’s global resources to improve energy efficiency, reduce carbon emissions and optimize building systems.”
Modular Comfort Systems has nearly 75 employees across offices in Buffalo, Rochester, and Syracuse, N.Y. The company specializes in heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning solutions for commercial, institutional, and industrial applications. As part of the acquisition, Daikin Applied’s service technicians in the region will join Modular Comfort Systems. The combined team will provide engineering services, equipment selection and startup, as well as system maintenance and repair under the Modular Comfort Systems brand as a member of the Daikin Group.