Vertech Nabs Major Investment to Power Industrial Digitalization

PHOENIX, AZ – May 05, 2026 – Vertech Industrial Systems, a key architect of modern industrial efficiency, has secured a significant strategic investment from Catchment Capital, a private equity firm, with financing provided by Stellus Capital Management. The deal, announced today, injects substantial capital into the Phoenix-based systems integrator, positioning it to accelerate its role in the nationwide push toward digital transformation across critical sectors.

The financing package from Stellus includes senior debt and an equity co-investment, providing both growth capital and long-term stability. This move signals strong investor confidence in Vertech's specialized expertise and the booming market for industrial automation, often dubbed Industry 4.0.

Bridging the Digital and Physical Worlds

Founded in 2004, Vertech has carved out a crucial niche by designing the complex digital nervous systems that run modern industrial operations. The company specializes in creating and implementing advanced automation, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES). In essence, Vertech builds the software and hardware bridge that connects a company's information technology (IT) with its operational technology (OT)—the machinery and processes on the factory floor or in the field.

This integration is vital for industries seeking to optimize efficiency, improve safety, and gain real-time visibility into their operations. Vertech's solutions provide turnkey engineering services that enable data-driven decisions for complex facilities, serving a diverse array of end markets including data centers, energy, food and beverage, advanced manufacturing, and water and wastewater treatment.

While the industrial automation space is vast, Vertech has distinguished itself through its deep mastery of the Ignition platform, a popular software for building SCADA and MES solutions. The company is recognized as a Premier Integrator by Inductive Automation, the creators of Ignition, and reportedly has more certified developers on the platform than any other integrator globally. This expertise allows Vertech to tackle massive, enterprise-scale projects, such as developing SCADA systems with over 3.5 million data tags and building comprehensive production monitoring applications across hundreds of factory lines.

A Strategic Bet on Digital Transformation

The investment from Catchment Capital, a New York-based firm founded in 2024, represents a strategic bet on the powerful trends reshaping the industrial landscape. For Catchment, Vertech is a quintessential asset: a company at the heart of the Industry 4.0 movement, providing essential services that are becoming mandatory for competitiveness.

"Vertech's specialized expertise in bridging the gap between physical operations and digital intelligence places them at the center of the Industry 4.0 movement, where automation and real-time data visibility are essential for competitiveness," said Robby Berner, Partner at Catchment. "We are thrilled to be partnering with Titus, Bob and the entire Vertech team."

Berner also highlighted the collaborative nature of the financing, adding, "We look forward to strengthening our relationship with Stellus and are excited to work together as the Company enters its next phase of growth."

The transaction is underpinned by powerful market forces. Persistent labor shortages, the need for more resilient supply chains, and the relentless pursuit of efficiency are compelling industrial players to invest heavily in automation. Catchment's strategy focuses on identifying and transforming middle-market industrial technology companies that are poised to capitalize on these long-term trends.

Stellus Capital Management's involvement provides the financial muscle for this strategic vision. "We are excited to partner with Catchment on another transaction, along with Vertech management," said Doug Bollermann, Managing Director at Stellus. He emphasized the strengths that made Vertech an attractive investment, noting its "comprehensive service offering, strong reputation and track record given its technical expertise, and Catchment's industry expertise position the company well for continued growth."

From Phoenix Innovator to National Powerhouse

This investment marks a pivotal moment in Vertech's growth story. What began two decades ago as a local Phoenix firm has evolved into a national leader in systems integration, with a team of approximately 260 employees and estimated annual revenues exceeding $100 million. The company has already demonstrated impressive momentum, with its workforce growing by 20% in the last year alone.

With offices in Arizona, California, Tennessee, and Texas, Vertech has established a significant national footprint. The new capital is expected to fuel an aggressive expansion strategy. This includes bolstering its engineering teams to take on larger and more complex projects, expanding its geographical reach into other high-growth industrial corridors, and investing in research and development to maintain its technological edge. The company is already actively hiring for key technical and business development roles, signaling that the growth phase is already underway.

For the Phoenix region, Vertech's success story underscores its status as a burgeoning hub for technology and innovation. The ability to grow a high-tech industrial firm from a local startup to a nationally recognized leader backed by major private capital highlights the strength of the local talent pool and business ecosystem.

Riding the Automation Wave

The timing of the investment could not be more opportune. The global industrial automation market is experiencing explosive growth, with some market projections forecasting it to expand from roughly $299 billion in 2026 to over $630 billion by 2034, representing a compound annual growth rate of nearly 10%. This surge is driven by the convergence of technologies like the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), and cloud computing, all of which require the foundational integration work that companies like Vertech provide.

Vertech's focus on critical infrastructure sectors like water and energy further enhances its market position. These industries are undergoing once-in-a-generation upgrades, driven by the need for greater resilience, efficiency, and cybersecurity. As physical infrastructure becomes smarter and more connected, the demand for expert integrators who can securely manage the flow of data between machines and the cloud will only intensify.

By securing this strategic backing, Vertech is not just receiving a cash infusion; it is gaining partners in Catchment and Stellus who can provide the strategic guidance and financial firepower needed to navigate and dominate this rapidly evolving market. The investment solidifies Vertech's position as a key enabler of America's industrial future, ready to build the automated, data-driven systems that will define the next generation of manufacturing and infrastructure.