AquaMotion
AquaMotion is a US-based, privately held manufacturer of wet-motor cartridge circulator pumps, high-efficiency ECM circulators, hot water recirculation kits, and patented ECO Green replacement cartridges serving residential and light-commercial hydronic heating and domestic water applications through plumbing and HVAC wholesale distributors.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2002
- HeadquartersWarwick, United States
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What AquaMotion does
AquaMotion, Inc. is a US-based, privately held manufacturer founded in 2002 and headquartered in Warwick, Rhode Island, specializing in water circulation pumps and hot water recirculation systems for residential and light-commercial hydronic, domestic water, and water-source heat pump applications. The company's core product portfolio comprises cast iron circulators, stainless steel circulators (AM1-AM10 and AMR series), high-efficiency ECM circulators (notably the Einstein AM55 with 5-38W variable-speed operation), hot water recirculation kits (Aqua-Flash, Aqua-On Demand, Aqua-Shield), pressure booster systems (Aqua-Max APB30), and a consumables line of patented ECO Green replacement cartridges (CT03, CT56, CT07, CT10, CTR). Its underlying technology is wet-motor cartridge architecture paired with electronically commutated motors (ECM); the company holds 15 US and 2 Canadian patents covering the replaceable/flushable cartridge design and carbon-infused long-life bearings, supported by multiple registered trademarks (ECO Green Cartridge, Aqua-Flash, Aqua-Ready, IRON GUARD, Aqua-Max, BICV, On-Demand).
AquaMotion generates revenue primarily through one-time hardware sales of pumps, kits, and accessories, with a recurring aftermarket component from replacement cartridges (the CT07 is priced 20-40% below the comparable Taco RP007-042RP). Distribution is exclusively through US plumbing and HVAC wholesale distributors and dealers, with the company website serving as a technical/specification hub and 'Where to Buy' locator rather than a transactional channel; pricing is not publicly disclosed. Customer segments span residential and commercial hydronic heating, radiant floor heating, domestic hot water recirculation, solar water heating, and domestic pressure boosting. The firm is bootstrapped (no funding rounds disclosed), maintains a small team of 11-50 employees, and operates solely in the United States.
AquaMotion firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- AquaMotion
- Legal name
- AquaMotion, Inc.
- Website
- https://aquamotionhvac.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2002
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- AquaMotion is a US-based, privately held manufacturer of wet-motor cartridge circulator pumps, high-efficiency ECM circulators, hot water recirculation kits, and patented ECO Green replacement cartridges serving residential and light-commercial hydronic heating and domestic water applications through plumbing and HVAC wholesale distributors.
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- akta.pro rank
AquaMotion industry classification
Industry- Product category
- HVAC Circulator Pumps
- NAICS
- Measuring, Dispensing, and Other Pumping Equipment Manufacturing (333914), Pump and Compressor Manufacturing (33391)
- SIC
- Pumps & Pumping Equipment (3561)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Specialty & Metering Pumps (IMAHANAC)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Pumps & Plumbing Pump Accessories (Sump, Sewage, Booster) (IMADALAL), Treated Water Storage & Pressure Management (Reservoirs, Tanks, Booster Stations) (EUANAAAD)
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Where AquaMotion is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Warwick
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
AquaMotion business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others
Revenue model
- HVAC Circulator Pumps and Systems: AquaMotion generates revenue through the sale of water circulation pumps, including cast iron circulators, stainless steel circulators, ECM circulators, hot water recirculation kits, and replacement parts/accessories. Revenue is primarily one-time hardware sales with potential for recurring replacement cartridge sales.
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels1 record
Marketing channels3 records
AquaMotion product offering
Product offeringCore offering
AquaMotion designs and manufactures low-power-consumption hot water recirculation pumps and wet motor cartridge circulator pumps. Its portfolio includes cast iron circulators for closed-loop hydronic heating, stainless steel wet motor circulators for open-loop domestic and potable water systems, ECM variable-speed circulators, complete hot water recirculation kits, pressure booster pumps, and patented replacement cartridges. Products target residential and light commercial hydronic heating, domestic hot water, radiant floor heating, and water source heat pump installations.
Product overview
AquaMotion is a manufacturer of water circulation and hot water recirculation systems for residential and commercial applications. The product portfolio centers on three core product lines: (1) Hot Water Recirculation Kits including Aqua-Flash, Aqua-On Demand, and Aqua-Shield outdoor systems for delivering instant hot water; (2) Circulator Pumps including Cast Iron, Stainless Steel, and ECM (Electronically Commutated Motor) models for hydronic heating, radiant floor heating, domestic water systems, and solar applications; and (3) Supporting accessories including replacement cartridges, flanges, valves, and smart WiFi controllers. The Einstein AM55 represents their flagship variable speed ECM circulator marketed as the most energy efficient on the market. The company emphasizes sustainable design through their patented ECO Green replaceable cartridge system that extends pump life rather than requiring full replacement.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Aqua-Ready: Product line featuring stainless steel circulators with built-in timer and line cord options
- ECO Green Cartridge
- Aqua-MAX
- Aqua-FLASH
- Aqua-Shield
- AquaMotion SMART
- Einstein
- BICV
- On-Demand
Products and services
- Aqua-Flash Recirculation Kit (AMH1K-3UV) Complete hot water recirculation kit for water heaters with single pipe systems, delivering instant hot water to every tap on the same line without requiring an electrical connection under the sink.
- Aqua-On Demand Recirculation Kit (AMH1K-RODRN) On-demand recirculation kit for tankless water heaters with single pipe systems up to 600 ft of total pipe length, including a wireless push button and receiver for on-demand hot water delivery.
- Aqua-Shield Outdoor Recirculation System (AMH2K-7X) Outdoor installation recirculation pump system for outdoor tankless water heaters with dedicated return line, featuring freeze, water, sprinkler, and bug protection in a patented design.
- Stainless Steel Circulators (AM3, AM5, AM6, AM7, AM8, AM10, AMR) Rugged wet motor cartridge circulators for open loop domestic, solar, hot water recirculation and potable water systems, offering super-quiet operation, maintenance-free cartridge design, NSF/ANSI 372 lead-free certification, UL and ULC for Canada listings, and optional built-in check valve.
- Cast Iron Circulators Wet motor cartridge type circulators designed for closed loop hydronic heating systems, radiant heating, and indirect water heating applications, available in rugged single and three speed models with the lowest Amp draw in the line.
- Einstein ECM Circulator (AM55) Smart variable speed ECM circulator with 5-38 watt power consumption, featuring 3 fixed speeds, 4 variable speeds, and night set back to maximize energy savings, marketed as the most energy efficient ECM circulator on the market.
- Aqua-Max APB30 Pressure Booster Domestic water pressure booster that automatically increases water pressure by 30 psi to all fixtures and sprinkler heads, starting when water is drawn and stopping when demand ends.
- TwinTurbo Dual Pump System Dual pump system wiring two AMR or AM10 circulators together in series for doubled pressure output, offering comparable performance to higher horsepower single pumps at more competitive pricing.
- AMRe-FVL High Efficiency ECM Circulator High efficiency ECM circulator for heating with IRON GUARD protection, fully automatic operation, 20 ft at 18 GPM performance, 120/1/60 power, low 45 watt draw, universal 2 bolt flange, and built-in check valve.
- ECO Green Cartridge Replacement System Patented replaceable and flushable cartridge design for PSC pumps. The cartridge can be pulled out of the stator, disassembled and flushed to remove calcium deposits or dirt, then reinstalled to extend pump life and reduce landfill waste.
- Replacement Cartridges (CT03, CT56, CT07, CT10, CTR) Revolutionary replacement pump cartridges (CT03, CT56, CT07, CT10, CTR) interchangeable with both Cast Iron and Stainless Steel AquaMotion pumps. The CT07 replaces the Taco RP007-042RP at 20-40% lower cost and fits the AM7 and Taco 007 circulators.
- Companion Flanges (FK75, FK100, FK125, FK150) Stainless, bronze, and cast iron companion flanges (FK75, FK100, FK125, FK150) with Octagon Action-Grip for quick non-slip installation, each kit including 2 flanges, 2 gaskets, 4 screws, and 4 bolts.
- Isolation (Shut-off) Flanges Forged brass body full port ball valves with 600 PSI Non-Shock WOG rating, packing gland and O-ring on stem for reliable seal, available in NPT and sweat connections, with -20C to 65C temperature range and drain capability on the non-pressure side when closed.
- AMK-SC Smart WiFi Controller Smart WiFi controller for indoor hot water recirculation systems featuring On-Demand and Timer settings, 2.4 GHz WiFi connectivity with no hub required.
- On-Demand Controls (AMK-WB, AMK-WS, AMK-MS) Wireless on-demand control kits including push button (AMK-WB), wall switch (AMK-WS), and motion sensor (AMK-MS) options with receiver for controlling hot water recirculation systems on demand.
- ODR Valve Kit (AMK-ODR) Hot water recirculation bypass valve kit for single pipe systems, designed to install at the fixture furthest from the tankless water heater and maintain a 95F temperature to ensure instant hot water delivery.
Quantifiable outcome
- Saves up to 15,000 gallons of water per year per household
- +3 more outcomes
Companies that use AquaMotion
Customer profileSegments4 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
AquaMotion technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature8 records
AquaMotion partnerships and signals
Strategic signalScale indicators4 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
AquaMotion competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Taco Comfort Solutions: Taco is the dominant US residential and commercial circulator pump brand with overlapping product lines (e.g., Taco 007 is explicitly cross-referenced by AquaMotion's CT07 cartridge). Direct head-to-head competitor in wet-rotor circulators, ECM pumps, and hot water recirculation systems.
- Bell & Gossett (Xylem): Bell & Gossett, a Xylem brand, is one of the most recognized names in hydronic circulators and HVAC pumps in North America. Direct competitor in cast iron, stainless steel, and variable-speed ECM circulators for hydronic heating and domestic water systems.
- Armstrong Fluid Technology: Armstrong manufactures HVAC circulators, variable-speed pumps, and hydronic system components for commercial and residential markets. Direct competitor in the circulator pump category with a comparable engineering-led positioning.
- Caleffi North America: Caleffi specializes in hydronic components including circulators, valves, and hot water recirculation products. Directly comparable product portfolio in residential and light commercial hydronic systems with a strong US distributor presence.
- Laing (Xylem): Laing, now part of Xylem, was a pioneer in residential hot water recirculation pumps and remains a direct competitor in the on-demand and under-sink recirculation pump category where AquaMotion's Aqua-On Demand competes.
Broad incumbents
- Grundfos: Grundfos is the global leader in circulator pumps and a benchmark competitor referenced by AquaMotion in efficiency comparisons. Operates broadly across residential, commercial, and industrial pump markets with significantly greater scale and geographic reach.
- Wilo USA: Wilo is a major European pump manufacturer with strong ECM and high-efficiency circulator lines (e.g., Stratos). Competes with AquaMotion in residential and commercial hydronic circulators with greater international scale.
- Watts Water Technologies: Watts is a broad plumbing and water systems manufacturer with products in valves, recirculation, and water treatment. Overlaps with AquaMotion in hot water recirculation systems and pressure boosting at the residential level.
Regional players
- Uponor North America: Uponor is a leading provider of radiant floor heating and plumbing systems in North America, sourcing circulator pumps from partners like Grundfos and Wilo. Comparable in the radiant/hydronic heating space and a potential channel partner or competitor depending on integration approach.
- Davey Water Products: Davey manufactures water pumps and pressure systems with overlap in domestic water pressure boosting and recirculation. Comparable in residential water movement products though broader in agricultural and rural water applications.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Trust signalCompliance3 records
AquaMotion financial estimates
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AquaMotion leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
AquaMotion funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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AquaMotion M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about AquaMotion
What does AquaMotion do?
AquaMotion designs and manufactures low-power-consumption hot water recirculation pumps and wet motor cartridge circulator pumps. Its portfolio includes cast iron circulators for closed-loop hydronic heating, stainless steel wet motor circulators for open-loop domestic and potable water systems, ECM variable-speed circulators, complete hot water recirculation kits, pressure booster pumps, and patented replacement cartridges. Products target residential and light commercial hydronic heating, domestic hot water, radiant floor heating, and water source heat pump installations.
Is AquaMotion a public or private company?
AquaMotion is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was AquaMotion founded?
AquaMotion was founded in 2002. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is AquaMotion based?
AquaMotion is headquartered in Warwick, United States, in the North America region.
How does AquaMotion make money?
One revenue line is on record: HVAC Circulator Pumps and Systems.
Who are AquaMotion's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Taco Comfort Solutions, Bell & Gossett (Xylem), Armstrong Fluid Technology, Caleffi North America and Laing (Xylem). Broad incumbents are Grundfos, Wilo USA and Watts Water Technologies. Regional players are Uponor North America and Davey Water Products.
Does AquaMotion have an API?
No public API is recorded for AquaMotion.
What industry is AquaMotion in?
AquaMotion's product category is HVAC Circulator Pumps. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAHANAC, Specialty & Metering Pumps, with a secondary code of IMADALAL, Pumps & Plumbing Pump Accessories (Sump, Sewage, Booster). Its NAICS code is 333914 and its SIC code is 3561.