Graco

Graco is a Minnesota-based manufacturer specializing in premium pumps and spray equipment for fluid handling across various industries, including construction, manufacturing, and maintenance. The company organizes its business into three segments: industrial, process, and contractor. Graco's extensive product line includes pumps, valves, meters, sprayers, and equipment designed for applying coatings, sealants, and adhesives. It serves diverse end markets such as industrial, automotive, and construction, reflecting its capability to manage difficult-to-handle materials. In 2023, Graco generated approximately $2.2 billion in sales, underscoring its strong position in the fluid management sector.

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Corob

Acquisition in 2024
COROB is a technology company specializing in the development and production of dispensing and mixing solutions for the paints, coatings, inks, and chemicals industries. The company offers a diverse range of equipment, including volumetric and gravimetric dispensers, mixers, shakers, and automated systems designed for factory use. Additionally, COROB manufactures point-of-sales equipment that ranges from entry-level to high-performance dispensers, and it provides in-plant tinting systems and advanced self-service vending services, catering to various applications within its sectors.

PCT Systems

Acquisition in 2024
PCT Systems is a suppiler of technology Megasonic cleaning equipment that provides low cost of ownership and proven reliability.

SMITH Manufacturing

Acquisition in 2017
SMITH Manufacturing is a U.S.-based manufacturer specializing in surface preparation equipment and cutter tools designed for contractors involved in the repair and maintenance of asphalt and concrete surfaces. The company focuses on producing faster, easier, and cost-effective solutions, including scarifying equipment suitable for both interior and exterior applications. By providing high-quality tools, SMITH aims to support professionals in effectively preparing surfaces for various construction and renovation projects.

Machine Technologies

Acquisition in 2015
Machine Technologies is a manufacturer specializing in mortar pumps and continuous mixers. Its products are primarily utilized in various construction applications, including concrete restoration, self-leveling underlayments, fireproofing, and grouting. Additionally, the equipment supports installations for Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS), making it an important resource in the construction industry.

White Knight Fluid Handling

Acquisition in 2015
White Knight Fluid Handling, Inc. is a manufacturer of fluid handling equipment that caters to the semiconductor, solar, LED, flat-panel display, and electronics industries. The company specializes in producing high-purity fluid handling systems, including air-operated double-bellows pumps for corrosive or toxic liquids, as well as viscous fluids like foods and cosmetics. Its product lineup also features air-operated double-diaphragm pumps, pneumatic and electronic metering pumps, pressure regulators, pressure vessels, and various accessories such as pulse dampeners and closed-loop control systems. Committed to quality, the company engineers and manufactures its products in-house, ensuring complete control over the production process. In addition to equipment manufacturing, White Knight Fluid Handling offers a range of services, including training, testing, repairs, contamination prevention, and inventory tracking. Founded in 1995 and based in Kamas, Utah, the company operates as a subsidiary of Graco Inc.

High Pressure Equipment

Acquisition in 2015
High Pressure Equipment Company, based in Erie, Pennsylvania, specializes in manufacturing and supplying high pressure valves, fittings, tubing, and accessories. With over 60 years of experience, the company provides a comprehensive range of products designed for reliable, leak-free operation at pressures up to 150,000 psi. High Pressure Equipment serves various sectors, including oil and gas, waterjet cutting and blasting, institutional research, and the chemical and petrochemical industries. The company's commitment to quality, prompt delivery, and competitive pricing has established its reputation in the market. An extensive in-house inventory enables same-day shipping for many products, while a dedicated engineering and technical support team ensures efficient handling of custom orders, meeting the needs of clients effectively.

GeoBlaster Equipment Sales & Services

Acquisition in 2014
GeoBlaster Equipment Sales & Services specializes in the manufacture and distribution of innovative wet abrasive blasting equipment designed for coating removal and surface preparation. The company serves various industries by providing essential tools for effective surface cleaning and preparation, ensuring high standards in industrial applications. With a focus on quality and efficiency, GeoBlaster Equipment aims to meet the evolving needs of its customers in the abrasive blasting sector.

Multimaq

Acquisition in 2014
Multimaq specialized in developing solutions for spraying and industrial painting. Multimaq manufactures and distributes finishing products that serve a variety of industries including metal, wood, and leather.

Alco Valves Group

Acquisition in 2014
Alco Valves Group Limited specializes in the design, manufacture, and delivery of high-quality pressure valves for critical applications in the oil and natural gas sectors, as well as other industrial processes. Founded in 1977 and headquartered in Brighouse, United Kingdom, the company provides systems and equipment that facilitate the movement, measurement, control, dispensing, and spraying of fluid and powder materials. Alco Valves Group, which was previously known as XAMOL LIMITED until its name change in December 2014, operates as a subsidiary of Arkle Partners as of July 2020.

QED Environmental Systems

Acquisition in 2014
QED Environmental Systems manufacturers fluid management products for the environmental monitoring and remediation markets.

EcoQuip

Acquisition in 2013
EcoQuip designs and produces eco-friendly abrasive blasting systems for coating removal and surface preparation. EcoQuip offers its products for applications, such as industrial, which include removing industrial coatings for inspections, preparing surfaces to recoat, cleaning storage tanks, removing rust and scale, removing roadway markings, building and site maintenance.

Illinois Tool Works - Finishing Businesses

Acquisition in 2011
Illinois Tool Works - Finishing Businesses consist of paint spray systems and technologies for a variety of industrial end markets and applications.

Eccentric Pumps

Acquisition in 2011
Eccentric Pumps specializes in manufacturing industrial peristaltic hose pumps designed for diverse applications across the food and beverage, slurry, bleach, and chemical industries. The company also produces heavy-duty replacement hoses, pump parts, and accessories, ensuring that customers benefit from enhanced performance features such as cooler operation, extended hose longevity, and optimal efficiency. With a focus on quality and reliability, Eccentric Pumps aims to meet the specific needs of its clients in various sectors by providing durable and efficient pumping solutions.

Airlessco

Acquisition in 2008
Airlessco is a manufacturer of airless paint spraying equipment designed for painting professionals and the equipment rental industry. The company specializes in producing a range of spray fluid equipment, including paint sprayers, line stripers, and texture sprayers, along with related accessories. With features such as front swivel wheels and electronic pressure control, Airlessco's products aim to enhance efficiency and reduce operational costs and downtime for clients engaged in residential, commercial, and industrial painting applications.

Lubrication Scientifics

Acquisition in 2008
Lubrication Scientifics manufactures lubrication valves. Lubrication Scientifics provides air over oil lubrication valve assemblies and accessories, single line lubrication valves components, progressive splitters, and flow divider valves.

GlasCraft

Acquisition in 2008
GlasCraft specializes in the design, manufacturing, and distribution of high-performance dispense systems tailored for the polyurethane foam and polyurea coatings industries. Their equipment is utilized for applying various materials, including structural laminates and fiberglass reinforced plastics. GlasCraft's systems serve a wide range of applications, such as insulation, specialty coatings, sealants, and protective materials, supporting industries like construction, transportation, and marine. By providing innovative solutions, GlasCraft enables these sectors to enhance their processes and product quality.

Lubriquip

Acquisition in 2006
Lubriquip is a manufacturer of centralized and automated oil and grease lubrication systems.

Gusmer Europe

Acquisition in 2005
Gusmer Europe design and manufacture of dispense equipment systems and replacement parts. Gusmer Europe offers foam planes, air dryers, transfer pumps, and gun service kit.

Sharpe Manufacturing

Acquisition in 2003
Sharpe Manufacturing Co. specializes in the production and sale of paint spraying equipment, specifically designed for the automotive refinish industry. The company offers a range of products, including spray guns, parts, and accessories, as well as air supply components such as hoses, fittings, filters, dryers, and regulators. By focusing on high-quality manufacturing, Sharpe Manufacturing Co. serves professionals in the automotive sector, providing them with essential tools and equipment for their refinishing needs.

ASM Co.

Acquisition in 2001
ASM Co., Inc. is a manufacturer of spray tips, guns, poles and accessories for the professional painter.
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