Shields, Harper & Co

What Shields, Harper & Co does

Shields, Harper & Co. (SHC), founded in 1917 and headquartered in Martinez, California, is a privately held distributor and project management company serving the fuel equipment, convenience store, and EV charging industries. The company operates through eight warehouse locations across California, Nevada, and Arizona, plus a factory-authorized technician training academy, and operates under the Shields Harper Group umbrella encompassing wholly-owned subsidiaries Convenience Store Fixtures (CSF), Petroleum Marketing Equipment (PME, acquired April 2026), LilyPad EV, and Keystone Electric. SHC distributes products from more than 100 manufacturer partners — including Dover Fueling Solutions, Veeder-Root, ChargePoint, OPW, Verifone, Gasboy, March Networks, and NCR — across four product pillars: fuel equipment and parts (dispensers, tanks, tank gauges, nozzles, hoses, containment), retail technology (POS, payment, security, digital pump advertising), foodservice equipment, and EV charging infrastructure.

Revenue is generated through three streams: equipment sales (hardware distribution to fuel station operators, c-stores, and government entities), professional services (turn-key facility project management, installation, technician training, underground tank replacement), and recurring managed inventory programs (Ready Stock, Ready Stock Retail, Pro Stock, Original Stock). Pricing is predominantly quote-based with multi-year contract cadence, supplemented by recurring monthly resupply subscriptions. Distribution occurs through direct enterprise sales, a GSA Advantage government contract (#47QSWA23D001Q), and third-party distribution to PEI contractors.

The customer base spans fuel station and c-store operators (primary), commercial fleet operators, federal/state/local/tribal government agencies, and petroleum equipment industry contractors. The technology stack is integration-led rather than proprietary: SHC embeds manufacturer partner technology (DFS DX Promote, March Networks Searchlight Cloud, ChargePoint cloud platform) into solutions, with AI-enabled capabilities limited to partner-supplied video surveillance and anomaly detection rather than internally developed models. The company's strategic posture is consolidating the fragmented regional fuel equipment distribution market through M&A while building out EV charging and recurring services revenue streams.

Name

Shields, Harper & Co

Legal name

Shields, Harper & Co.

Website

https://www.shieldsharper.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1917

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Fuel Equipment Distribution & Facility Solutions

NAICS

Electrical Equipment Manufacturing (33531), Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (33341), Security Systems Services (56162)

SIC

Pumps & Pumping Equipment (3561), Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600), Refrigeration & Service Industry Machinery (3580)

akta.pro primary industry

Pump & Compressor Packages (Skids, Booster Sets) (IMAHANAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cable Glands, Sealing & Strain-Relief (glands, grommets, seals, cord grips, strain relief) (IMAGAEAI), Process Safety & Relief Systems (Flare Systems, PRVs, Explosion Protection) (IMAHAEAL)

Keywords

• Fuel equipment distribution
• EV charging infrastructure
• Convenience store equipment
• Fuel dispenser systems
• Retail technology solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Martinez

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices10 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Equipment Sales: Sale of fuel dispensing equipment, EV charging stations, c-store fixtures, and related hardware. Revenue generated from product sales to fuel station operators, c-stores, and government entities.
2. Professional Services: Fuel facility project management, installation services, technician training courses, and ongoing maintenance support. Turn-key services allow customers to focus on their business while SHC handles project completion.
3. Parts and Resupply: Monthly resupply programs (Ready Stock, Ready Stock Retail, Pro Stock, Original Stock) for fueling equipment parts, contractor materials, and c-store supplies. Recurring revenue from managed inventory programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Shields, Harper & Co. is a national fuel facility system solutions provider and distributor supplying fuel dispensers, underground tanks, tank gauges, nozzles, hoses, fleet fuel control systems, EV charging stations, c-store fixtures, foodservice equipment, and retail technology. The company also delivers turn-key project management, technician training, and managed inventory resupply programs across eight warehouse locations in the western U.S.

Product overview

Shields, Harper & Co. (SHC) operates as a national fuel facility system solutions provider, offering a platform-plus-services model centered on four core pillars: Fueling Equipment & Parts (dispensers, tanks, monitoring, piping, containment), Retail Technology (POS, payment, security), Foodservice Equipment, and EV Infrastructure. Key branded products include the DFS Anthem UX gas pump dispenser and Veeder-Root TLS-450 Plus tank gauge sold as a distributor; LilyPad EV as a subsidiary sub-brand for EV charging; ChargePoint EV stations (resold through a ChargePoint Reseller Partnership); and SHC Media Services built on the DFS DX Promote platform for pump advertising. Add-on services include Ready Stock/Ready Stock Retail managed resupply programs, Original Stock third-party distribution, Pro Stock consigned contractor inventory, technician training, underground tank replacement project management, and Searchlight Cloud c-store security powered by March Networks. The portfolio is unified under the Shields Harper Group umbrella, which also includes Convenience Store Fixtures (CSF), Petroleum Marketing Equipment (PME — acquired April 2026), and Keystone Electric.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Ready Stock: Managed resupply program for fueling equipment and parts with monthly supply fulfillment
• Ready Stock Retail
• Original Stock
• Pro Stock
• SHC Media Services
• LilyPad EV

Products and services

• DFS Anthem UX Gas Pump Dispenser A 27-inch touchscreen fuel dispenser with multilingual support, EMV secure payment, digital advertising capabilities, and support for up to 7 fuel grades. Sold and distributed by SHC.
• Veeder-Root TLS-450 Plus Automatic Tank Gauge An automatic tank gauge (ATG) management system providing remote connectivity, fuel inventory monitoring, theft detection, line leak detection, and intelligent pump control. CARB-approved.
• Fuel Facility Project Management End-to-end project management for fuel facility system installations, including scoping, procurement, logistics, equipment installation, and ongoing product support.
• LilyPad EV Charging Solutions A subsidiary of Shields Harper & Co. specializing in EV charging infrastructure solutions, offering site design, planning, installation, and support.
• ChargePoint EV Charging Stations ChargePoint Express Plus, Express 250, 6000, Fleet 50, and Home Flex EV charging stations sold by SHC as ChargePoint Reseller Partner.
• ChargePoint Home Flex (CPH50) Level 2 EV Charger A Level 2 home EV charger compatible with all EVs, delivering 16-50 amps at 240 volts with smart features via the ChargePoint app.
• Retail Technology Systems POS terminals, self-service kiosks, fleet payment terminals, and back-office fuel site data management including Bulloch BT9000 POS, Verifone C18 Commander, and NCR FastLane SelfServ Checkout.
• Foodservice Equipment Foodservice equipment for c-stores including high-speed ovens (Merrychef), fryers (Frymaster), refrigeration (Kolpak), beverage dispensers (Multiplex), coffee machines (Rancilio), conveyor ovens (Lincoln), and custom cabinetry.
• Ready Stock Resupply Program Managed monthly inventory replenishment program for service companies and c-store operators with no order minimums, technology-based procurement, and automated monthly shipping.
• Ready Stock Retail Managed monthly supply fulfillment program for convenience store operators covering cleaning supplies, smallwares, paper products, and foodservice consumables.
• Original Stock Third-Party Distribution Third-party distribution program for PEI distributors and contractors offering factory-direct products using SHC's deep-discount platinum buying power.
• Pro Stock Consigned Inventory No-cost consigned inventory program for general contractors placing essential building materials on-site; pay for materials only as used.
• Underground Tank Replacement Turn-key single-wall to double-wall underground storage tank replacement services for California businesses, including project management, procurement, contractor surveys, and access to California RUST loans.
• Technician Training Center Factory-authorized technician training courses covering Verifone C18 Commander, Veeder-Root TLS-450 Plus, Gasboy Islander Prime, OPW PetroVend, Bulloch BT9000 POS, and Dover Anthem UX/Axis12/Ovation dispensers.
• C-Store Equipment & Fixtures Full-store c-store equipment procurement including refrigeration, cooking equipment, beverage dispensers, POS terminals, shelving, gondolas, coolers, custom millwork, and fixtures.
• GSA Advantage Government Sales GSA-approved vendor on Contract #47QSWA23D001Q enabling federal, state, and local government agencies to purchase EV charging stations and fuel management systems through GSA eLibrary.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

AI capability5 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• Petroleum Marketing Equipment (PME)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2026Acquired Petroleum Marketing Equipment (PME), a distributor of fueling equipment and services, to strengthen market position. The acquisition establishes a new divisional leadership structure and supports long-term growth, customer service, and market expansion. PME is now part of the Shields Harper Group family alongside Convenience Store Fixtures (CSF), LilyPad EV, and Keystone Electric.
• Dover Fueling SolutionscoreTechnology or IntegrationKey manufacturer partner for fuel dispensers including Anthem UX, Anthem AX12, Ovation, Wayne PWR DC fast charger, and related equipment. SHC is a distributor and certified training partner for DFS products.
• ChargePointcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorChargePoint Premier Partner and authorized reseller of EV charging stations including Express Plus, Express 250, 6000, Fleet 50, and Home Flex models. SHC handles EV charging infrastructure planning, design, installation, and ongoing support.
• Veeder-RootcoreTechnology or IntegrationCertified training partner for Veeder-Root TLS-450 Plus automatic tank gauges, ISD systems, and related fuel management technology. SHC offers factory-authorized certification courses.
• LilyPad EV LLCcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSubsidiary company within Shields Harper Group specializing in EV charging infrastructure with over 10 years of comprehensive electric charging site design, planning, infrastructure, and support experience.
• VerifonemajorTechnology or IntegrationPOS terminal partner for Verifone Commander (C18) systems. SHC offers certified training courses for Verifone POS equipment.
• OPWmajorTechnology or IntegrationManufacturer partner for OPW fueling equipment including PetroVend fuel control systems, Pro-Gauge ATG, and industry-standard fueling products. SHC offers OPW training certification.
• March NetworksmajorTechnology or IntegrationPartner for cloud video surveillance and security solutions including ME8 Series cameras, EL-Series recorders, and Searchlight analytics platform for c-store loss prevention.
• GasboymajorTechnology or IntegrationPartner for Gasboy Islander Prime EMV payment terminals and fleet fueling solutions. SHC is a certified Gasboy training center.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• EVgo: Operator of public DC fast charging networks that increasingly partners with convenience stores and fuel retailers, intersecting with SHC's LilyPad EV deployment strategy at c-store sites.
• Blink Charging: EV charging equipment manufacturer and network operator with overlapping Level 2 and DC fast charger products; competes with SHC's ChargePoint-led EV charging offering at c-stores and fleets.

Direct peers

• Tencarva Machinery Company: Industrial equipment distributor and service provider covering pumps, fluid handling and related process equipment; comparable in its distributor-plus-services model and reliance on third-party manufacturer partnerships.
• Bennett Family of Companies: Multi-brand petroleum equipment distributor and service provider for fuel stations and c-stores, with similar turn-key project management, equipment distribution and recurring parts programs across multiple U.S. regions.
• Fuel Equipment Service & Supply (FESS): Independent petroleum equipment distributor and service contractor for fuel stations and c-stores, overlapping with SHC's dispensers, tanks, monitoring and turn-key project management offerings.
• MFA Oil Company: Diversified fuel and propane company that also operates petroleum equipment and supply services for fuel retailers, comparable in combining fuel retail operations with downstream equipment distribution.
• Southern Petroleum Industries: PEI-affiliated petroleum equipment distributor serving fuel retailers with dispensers, tanks, ATGs and c-store equipment, directly comparable in product mix and customer base to SHC's fueling division.

Broad incumbents

• ChargePoint: Leading EV charging network operator and equipment manufacturer whose products SHC resells; comparable because SHC is one of its largest channel partners and ChargePoint's DC fast charger portfolio competes in the same sites SHC develops.
• Dover Fueling Solutions: Manufacturer of fuel dispensers, ATGs and EV charging equipment (Wayne, Tokheim, OPW brands) and SHC's most strategic manufacturer partner; an incumbent that could disintermediate distributors but is also a key enabler of SHC's product portfolio.
• Genuine Parts Company: Large diversified industrial and automotive parts distributor (NAPA) with a Motion Industries segment covering industrial equipment distribution; comparable as a broad incumbent distribution platform but at much larger scale and without the fuel-equipment specialization.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A2 records

Investments

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