Merger forms major Midwest HVAC distributor

HVAC distributor Republic Companies last week announced that it’s merging with T.F. Ehrhart, forming the Midwest’s largest independent wholesaler of Johnson Controls equipment. 

The big picture: The merger represents the third distributor transaction in the past month alone — and the second in the Midwest.  

Zoom in: The companies serve contractors across Illinois, Iowa, and Missouri, distributing York, Luxaire, and Bosch equipment, among other brands.

• “By combining our resources… [and] expertise, we are better positioned to provide our customers with expanded product availability, deeper technical support, and enhanced logistics capabilities,” said Todd Wade, CEO of Republic Companies.
• No financial terms were disclosed. 

What’s next: While no timeline was provided, “The integration of the two companies will proceed seamlessly,” a statement said.