Acquisition news Recent acquisition by Hajoca Corporation signals consolidation in the plumbing and HVAC distribution space. This presents an opportunity to engage Hajoca’s newly acquired ARS customer base with bundled HVAC refrigeration supplies, service parts, and maintenance programs.

Geographic expansion ARS operates 33 branches across multiple western and southern states plus Virginia, indicating widespread demand for HVAC refrigeration components. Target regional contractors and service technicians expanding into or consolidating in these markets with localized inventory and rapid delivery.

Market positioning As a long-standing wholesaler with a mission focused on value, inventory depth, and knowledgeable staff, ARS appeals to licensed contractors and technicians who prioritize reliability, technical guidance, and fair pricing in refrigeration and related systems.

Financial scale Revenue in the hundreds of millions position ARS as a mid-to-large distributor with potential for growth through enhanced supplier partnerships, exclusive SKUs, and expanded service offerings such as maintenance plans or training programs for technicians.

Digital readiness Tech stack includes analytics and marketing tools (Google Tag Manager, Facebook Pixel, Yoast SEO, Cloudflare, Mimecast) suggesting openness to digital marketing, e-commerce enhancement, and data-driven sales enablement to target contractors and service firms more effectively.