CM Pump Consultants Advises Dolphin Equipment Corporation in Acquisition by Air Control Concepts

“Big Apple” HVAC and Pump Industry Transaction Highlights Deep Industry Knowledge and Strategic Growth

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, October 8, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — CM Pump Consultants LLC announced the successful completion of its advisory role in the acquisition of Dolphin Equipment Corporation, a New York-based fluid handling equipment distributor, by Air Control Concepts.

The transaction brings together two companies with strong experience in the HVAC and fluid handling industries and highlights the importance of technical expertise, established relationships and local market knowledge when planning for long-term growth.

Led by Founder and President Christopher Murtagh, CM Pump Consultants served as strategic business advisor to Dolphin Equipment throughout the transaction. The firm worked closely with Dolphin Equipment’s leadership to evaluate the opportunity, identify the right strategic fit and guide the process through completion. Kane Kessler, a New York City law firm, provided legal and contractual support.

“Dolphin Equipment has built an outstanding reputation in the New York market through its technical expertise, strong OEM relationships and understanding of the unique demands of New York City’s high-rise HVAC, plumbing and critical infrastructure markets,” said Murtagh. “Our goal throughout this process was to help the team determine the right path forward for the business and the people who have helped build it. Air Control Concepts is a strong fit for Dolphin and where the company is headed next.”

The transaction closed following the signing of definitive agreements on September 30th, 2026.

For CM Pump Consultants, the engagement reflects the firm’s approach to M&A and strategic advisory work. That starts with understanding what a company does well, where there is room to grow and what type of partner makes sense for the future of the business.

“Successful transactions in this industry require a real understanding of the business behind the numbers,” Murtagh said. “You have to know the market, the customers, the OEM relationships and where the opportunities actually are. Dolphin knows the New York City market extremely well, and that experience aligns with Air Control Concepts’ plans for growth. There is a lot of opportunity in bringing those strengths together.”

The acquisition comes as companies throughout the HVAC, pump and fluid handling industries continue to look for opportunities to expand capabilities, strengthen partnerships and reach new markets.

CM Pump Consultants works with business owners, leadership teams and investors throughout that process, bringing extensive pump and fluid handling industry experience to acquisitions, integrations, strategic planning, new product development and growth initiatives.

CM Pump Consultants LLC is a specialized advisory firm serving the pump, water, wastewater, fire protection, HVAC, fluid handling and industrial infrastructure markets. Founded by Christopher Murtagh, the firm works with business owners, executive leadership teams and investors on mergers and acquisitions, strategic growth, platform development, post-transaction integration, new product development and operational strategy. CM Pump Consultants combines industry experience with a strong understanding of the pump and fluid handling markets to help clients evaluate opportunities, navigate transactions and position their businesses for continued growth.

Christopher Murtagh
CM Pump Consultants LLC
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