HVAC accounts for a significant portion of energy used in North America, accelerating the need to operate businesses responsibly, ensure sustainable comfort and reduce waste. The combined capabilities of Daikin and Varitec will provide customers with end-to-end solutions to address today’s evolving needs and help mitigate environmental impact.  

“More companies are looking to optimize their building systems and reduce carbon emissions, and we’re here to support them at all points in that journey,” said Chris Carlson, who will continue as president of Varitec Solutions and lead the organization. “Joining Daikin allows us to build out the depth and breadth of our capabilities, especially on the services side. One phone call and our customers have access to the industry’s best engineering, controls and services professionals.” 

Varitec has more than 170 employees who support the HVAC and buildings industry in Phoenix, Tucson, Ariz., Albuquerque, N.M., El Paso, Texas, and the surrounding areas. They will be joined by 30 regional service technicians from Daikin Applied. As Varitec Solutions, a member of Daikin group, the combined team will deliver a full range of HVAC solutions, including engineering services, equipment selection and startup, controls integration, and systems maintenance and repair. Customers can expect enhanced and comprehensive backing to meet their cost-, energy- and carbon-reduction targets.