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In the 9fin newsroom, we joke a lot about how midwestern HVAC roll-ups are a caricature of the types of deals that middle-market investors love. 

So there was much excitement last week when two HVAC situations — both involving Lincoln International in some capacity — came onto our radar, confirming the enduring appeal of the space despite recent headwinds.