California-based HVAC and sheet metal providers join forces to deliver expanded solutions
SEATTLE, Wash. – April 14, 2026 – Pike Street Capital (“Pike Street”) portfolio company, Superior Duct Fabrication (“Superior”) announces a strategic investment in Air Handlers Supply, Inc. (“AHS”), a full-service manufacturer, fabricator, and distributor of sheet metal products and HVAC accessories serving the greater Los Angeles region. The acquisition deepens Superior’s penetration in the Southern California market, adding capacity and complementary capabilities that strengthen its position as a comprehensive, single-source partner.
Headquartered in Corona, California, AHS has served the mechanical duct and distribution industry for the past ten years, building a strong reputation for quality, service, and long-term customer relationships. The company brings broad access to the California market, an extensive range of sheet metal and HVAC products, established relationships with leading industry brands, and deep ties with union contractors.
"We've known and respected the AHS team for years," said Mike Hilgert, CEO of Superior Duct Fabrication. "They’ve built a loyal customer base by consistently delivering for contractors - having the right products and the expertise to support it. Combining that with our manufacturing capabilities makes us a much more complete partner and puts us in a better position to respond quickly to whatever our customers need."
Combined with Superior’s manufacturing scale and service capabilities, AHS’s broad inventory and distribution capabilities enhance the platform’s ability to deliver faster, more reliable service across a broader range of customer needs.
“The HVAC market is an attractive, high-growth sector,” said Dave Dandel, Partner at Pike Street Capital. “Bringing AHS into the platform positions us well to capture that demand, with more scale and capabilities to support continued growth. It's a great example of how we think about building value through accretive add-on investments.”
About Superior Duct Fabrication
Founded in 2002, Superior manufactures duct work other ancillary products for the heating, ventilation, and the air conditioning industry, as well as industrial dust collection and exhaust systems. Headquartered in Pomona, CA, with additional locations in Camarillo, Las Vegas, Phoenix, and Columbus, OH, the company has become a trusted partner to leading mechanical contractors. Superior serves a broad range of end markets, including data centers, semiconductor fabrication facilities, education, healthcare, industrial, and government. More information is available at www.sdfab.com.
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