Three Generations, One Vision: Unico’s Family Legacy in Offsite HVAC

Audree Grubesic published this post on Aug 7, 2025. It was updated Aug 18, 2025.

Unico System and the Intagliata family

Unico System is a third-generation family business. The company is known for high-velocity HVAC solutions for traditional and modular construction.

The article features three members of the Intagliata family: Maura, Brian, and Ian.

Family history

• The founder established Unico as a small operation and emphasized craftsmanship and personal service.
• Steven Intagliata, the founder’s son, is Vice President of Operations.
• Steven helped expand Unico into modular applications and factory-built housing markets.

Maura De La Rosa (Intagliata)

Maura joined Unico after working in another profession. She moved into the marketing department.

She has spent the past two and a half years building brand awareness for Unico’s work in traditional and modular construction.

• Digital engagement through blog posts and social media.
• Industry partnerships through webinars and events, including the Offsite Dirt Network feature.
• Marketing collateral that combines technical details with customer-focused narratives.

Brian Intagliata

Brian started helping at age ten by assembling installation kits for a quarter per box.

He officially joined Unico in 2002.

He later became Director of Customer Service after working in manufacturing, quality control, and field support.

• Rapid response to field inquiries.
• Replacement part requests and maintenance scheduling.
• Feedback collection to improve guides, troubleshooting, and training.

Ian Intagliata

Ian is a Lab Technician and represents the third generation actively involved in Unico’s operations.

He joined the company three months before the article was written.

• Performance testing of outdoor units, indoor coils, and blowers.
• Refrigerant development and compliance review.
• Data analysis and collaboration with engineering.

Shared priorities

• Strong relationships with distributors, contractors, and customers.
• Innovation in modular construction and product development.
• Service before sales.

Future direction

• Growth in modular and offsite construction.
• More refrigerant testing in the next decade.
• Marketing analytics, CRM enhancements, and a possible apprenticeship program.

FAQ highlights

• Unico System uses a small-duct, high-velocity design.
• The company’s family ownership supports long-term relationships and customer-first service.
• High-velocity HVAC is presented as a fit for modular construction because it is compact and efficient.
• Innovation includes modular applications and next-generation refrigerant testing.