Averon Launches as HVAC Distribution Platform, Acquires Fenco Supply - Modern Distribution Management

Averon Launches as HVAC Distribution Platform, Acquires Fenco Supply

Fenco is the second investment for private equity-backed Averon, and it is actively pursuing others.
Averon Group

Dallas-TX-based Averon Group announced its launch Feb. 4 as an HVAC distribution platform backed by Trinity Hunt Partners, and the acquisition of its second partner company, Fenco Supply.

Averon’s first partner company, Blackhawk Supply, was purchased in June 2025. The Fenco Supply investment expands Averon Group’s service footprint into the Southeast U.S. as it builds a nationwide network of independent HVAC distributors serving mechanical contractors and facility managers.

Averon Group states that it partners with independent HVAC distributors to build a national network focused on high product availability, on-time delivery excellence and expert customer service through both traditional branch-based and eCommerce service channels. The platform provides resources and operational support to accelerate growth while maintaining each partner company’s local expertise and culture. Averon said it provides the resources, talent, capital systems and success plans that independent distributors often lack, but need to compete at scale.

Fenco SupplyNashville, TN-based Fenco Supply is a multi-generation, family-owned distributor of HVAC equipment, parts, and supplies serving contractors and facility managers throughout Eastern Tennessee. AAverson said the company has built extensive customer relationships through a highly tenured team averaging over 30 years of experience and maintains a strong vendor network, positioning it as a one-stop resource.

Fenco Supply will continue to operate under its established brand, and Michael Fennell will continue in his role as President.

“We are building a national leader by bringing together best-in-class independent HVAC distributors that share a strong commitment to customer service, operational excellence, and supporting their people,” shared Troy Vellinga, CEO of Averon Group. “Fenco Supply’s 53-year history and strong customer relationships, combined with their experienced team and reputation for reliable service, represent exactly the type of established and successful distributor we seek to partner with. With Blackhawk Supply and now Fenco Supply forming the foundation, Averon Group is demonstrating strong early momentum as a differentiated platform in the HVAC distribution sector. We’re excited to welcome Fenco to Averon and continue building this network.”

“This partnership represents an exciting new chapter for Fenco Supply and our team,” Fennell added for Fenco. “In a highly fragmented industry, we are fortunate to join forces with partners who understand our vision and will work alongside us to strengthen our market position and expand our capabilities, including serving customers digitally. With Averon Group’s support, we can preserve the customer relationships and service approach we’ve built over five decades while gaining the resources, capital, and systems needed to accelerate our growth and competitiveness. We are proud to be part of this platform alongside Troy and his team to better serve our customer base and create new opportunities for our employees.”

Averon noted it is actively pursuing partnerships with independent HVAC distributors and adjacent product line providers nationwide.

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