CoolSys Acquires Mechanical Engineering & Construction

Acquisition reinforces CoolSys commercial, industrial capabilities and Mid-Atlantic market presence.

BREA, CA, Oct 1, 2024 – CoolSys has acquired Mechanical Engineering & Construction Corporation (MEC2), a full-service mechanical engineering firm based in Maryland and Virginia that provides comprehensive mechanical design and construction services for institutional, commercial, industrial and government projects. In acquiring MEC2, CoolSys will strengthen its commercial and industrial capabilities while deepening its market presence in the mid-Atlantic region.

“We’re excited to join forces with MEC2 and welcome their team to the CoolSys family. This acquisition enhances our national presence and service capabilities, allowing us to better meet the needs of our existing and potential customers.” said Rich Wyckoff, president and chief executive officer at CoolSys.

Founded in 2003, MECprovides a full range of services, including commercial mechanical engineering, mechanical construction, start-up and commissioning work, HVAC service and maintenance and building information modeling (BIM) coordination. Itserves customers throughout the greater District of Columbia, North Virginia and Maryland geographic areas. With its main office in Catonsville, Maryland, MEC2 has a second office in Ashburn, Virginia and a centralized delivery facility between the two locations.


“At MEC2, our dynamic team and dedicated personnel take pride in delivering outstanding results to our clients,” said Fred Kawa, principal at MEC2. “In joining CoolSys, we plan to continue our legacy and commitment to exceeding client expectations with expanded resources and capabilities.”

HORNE Capital served as exclusive financial advisor to MEC2.3

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