Company information
- Ticker
- CECO
- Country
- United States
- Sector
- Industrials
- Industry
- Waste Management
CECO ENVIRONMENTAL Business Summary
CECO Environmental Corp (CECO) is a global leader in industrial air quality and fluid handling, operating primarily through two core segments: Engineered Systems and Industrial Process Solutions. The company generates revenue through the sale of highly engineered equipment, system components, and recurring monitoring and management services tailored for the power generation, refinery, water/wastewater, and semiconductor industries. As of early 2026, CECO has significantly expanded its market footprint through the strategic acquisition of Profire Energy and EnviroCare International, driving a record backlog exceeding $720 million and a 2026 revenue target of $850 million to $950 million. In the competitive landscape, CECO contends with major players such as Donaldson Company, Babcock & Wilcox, and Zurn Elkay Water Solutions; however, it maintains a distinct mid-cap advantage by offering a more diversified, niche-focused portfolio that bridges the gap between large-scale industrial machinery and specialized environmental technology. Originally founded in 1966 by Phillip DeZwirek, the company is currently led by CEO Todd Gleason, a former Vice President at Pentair and CEO of Scientific Analytics with a pedigree in driving operational excellence and inorganic growth. The executive team includes Peter Johansson as Chief Financial & Strategy Officer, Kiril Kovachev as Chief Accounting Officer, and Martin Pranger as Chief Technology Officer. The board is chaired by Jason DeZwirek, maintaining the founder's legacy, and features notable members such as Laurie Siegel, a former Tyco and Honeywell executive, and Munish Nanda, previously of ITT Corporation. Institutional confidence remains high, with over 68% of shares held by major investors including The Vanguard Group and Geode Capital Management, reflecting the market's positive outlook on CECO’s role in the global energy transition.