What ITT does

ITT Inc. is a publicly traded diversified industrial manufacturer (NYSE: ITT) domiciled in New York, USA, that designs and manufactures highly engineered components for harsh-environment and mission-critical applications. Following its March 2, 2026 acquisition of SPX FLOW for $4.775 billion, the company operates through two principal segments: ITT Cannon, which produces interconnect solutions including D-shaped, circular, rectangular, MIL-SPEC equivalent, high-power, fiber optic, filtered/hermetic, and high-speed connectors; and SPX FLOW, which manufactures pumps, valves, mixers, and homogenizers for chemical, energy, and mining industries. The company's connector portfolio is differentiated by military qualifications including MIL-DTL-5015, MIL-PRF-32383/3A for BB-2590 Li-ion smart batteries, and Nett Warrior qualification by the US Army for the MKJ Warrior Series, alongside proprietary platforms such as PowerLock (450–800A high-current distribution, up to 1,000V AC/DC), BVM thermoplastic series with IP66/IP68 sealing, and Trident Neptune sealed circular connectors.

The company monetizes primarily through hardware sales of engineered critical components, with quote-based enterprise B2B pricing delivered through a global authorized distributor network (including Powell Electronics) and direct manufacturer engagement for OEM customers. Go-to-market combines enterprise field sales targeting aerospace, defense, and industrial customers with an online product configurator and stock-check system covering APD, HDx, MKJ, Nemesis, and Trident series, supplemented by a 2026 global trade show calendar and a YouTube-hosted "Cannon Plug" product video series. In FY2024, ITT reported $3.94 billion in revenue and $488 million in net income; Q4 2025 delivered $1.054 billion in sales (+13% YoY) with EPS of $1.85, beating consensus by $0.06. ITT holds approximately 13.2% share of the $8.05 billion aerospace and defense connector market, employs 1,001–5,000 people, and operates across North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, and Latin America.

Name

ITT

Legal name

ITT Inc.

Website

https://ittcannon.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

1920

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

ITT Inc. (NYSE: ITT) is a diversified industrial manufacturer producing harsh-environment electrical connectors via ITT Cannon and, post-March 2026 acquisition of SPX FLOW, industrial pumps, valves, mixers, and homogenizers serving aerospace, defense, chemical, energy, and mining customers worldwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Connectors and Flow Control Components

NAICS

Electronic Connector Manufacturing (334417)

SIC

Electronic Connectors (3678)

akta.pro primary industry

Connectors & Interconnect Components (Industrial connectors, terminals, sockets, backplane) (IMAGAJAC)

Keywords

• Harsh environment connectors
• Military specification interconnects
• Aerospace defense components
• Industrial flow equipment
• High power connectors

Headquarters

HQ city

Weinstadt-endersbach

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Connectors and Components Sales: Revenue from engineered critical components and customized technology solutions including connectors for aerospace, defense, and industrial applications. ITT reported $3.94 billion in revenue and $488 million in net income.
2. Industrial Equipment (Post-SPX FLOW Acquisition): Pumps, valves, mixers and homogenizers for chemical, energy and mining industries following the $4.775 billion SPX FLOW acquisition. SPX FLOW reported more than $1.3 billion in revenue in 2025.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

ITT Inc., through its ITT Cannon subsidiary, designs and manufactures highly engineered harsh-environment electrical connectors and interconnect solutions, including D-shaped, circular, rectangular, MIL-SPEC equivalent, high-power, fiber optic, filtered/hermetic, electric vehicle, and high-speed connector families serving aerospace, defense, industrial, e-mobility, medical, and rail markets. Following the March 2026 acquisition of SPX FLOW for $4.775 billion, ITT also produces pumps, valves, mixers, and homogenizers for chemical, energy, and mining process industries.

Product overview

ITT is a diversified industrial manufacturer operating through multiple business segments including ITT Cannon (connectors), and the acquired SPX FLOW (flow control equipment). The ITT Cannon brand specializes in harsh environment connectors including D-shaped, circular, rectangular, electric vehicle, Mil-Spec equivalent, high power, filtered/hermetic, fiber optic, high speed, mixed power and signal, and board level connectors. Key product series include BVM Series water-resistant connectors, MKJ Warrior Series (Nett Warrior qualified), Nemesis II CBA 20M+ (20m submersion rated), Trident Neptune, PowerLock (450-800A power distribution), MIL-DTL-5015 heavy-duty connectors, and Lithium-Ion Battery Connectors. The SPX FLOW acquisition (March 2026, $4.775 billion) expanded ITT's portfolio to include industrial pumps, valves, mixers, and homogenizers for chemical, energy, and mining applications. Products serve aerospace, defense, e-mobility, heavy equipment, industrial, medical, and rail markets.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Cannon: ITT Cannon brand specializing in harsh environment connector solutions for aerospace, defense, industrial, medical, rail, and e-mobility applications
• Veam
• PowerLock

Products and services

• D-Shaped Connectors Standalone family of D-shaped connectors available in metal, plastic, D-Sub, micro miniature, nano, and Mil-Spec equivalent configurations designed for harsh environment electrical interconnections across aerospace, defense, and industrial applications.
• Circular Connectors Standalone family of circular connectors available in metal, plastic, miniaturized, and Mil-Spec equivalent configurations for harsh environment electrical interconnections in aerospace, defense, and industrial applications.
• Rectangular Connectors Standalone family of rectangular connectors available in metal, plastic, and rack-and-panel configurations for industrial and defense electrical interconnection applications.
• MIL-DTL-5015 Connectors Heavy-duty circular connectors certified to MIL-DTL-5015 military standards with threaded coupling systems and bonded-in contacts providing 30 PSI sealing, rated for 500 mating cycles and operating from -55C to +125C for military, transportation, and heavy equipment applications.
• PowerLock Connectors Plastic-bodied single pole high-current power connectors rated 450A or 800A with IP2X unmated/IP67 mated sealing, rated up to 1,000V AC/DC, used in data centers, renewable energy, EV charging, and emergency power systems.
• MKJ Warrior Series Miniature circular connectors qualified to the Nett Warrior standard by the US Army, providing reliable interconnects for soldier modernization and defense applications.
• BVM Series Connectors Water-resistant, lightweight thermoplastic connectors with IP66/IP68 sealing, bayonet and threaded coupling variants, 2-8 way layouts, up to 50A current rating, and up to 1,000 mating cycles for harsh environments including outdoor lighting, infrastructure, industrial equipment, and off-road commercial vehicles.
• Lithium-Ion Battery Connectors Environmentally sealed metal battery connectors for BB-2590 Li-ion smart batteries qualified to MIL-PRF-32383/3A, featuring low-profile environmentally sealed design, extended temperature range, and blind-mate coupling for military radios, unmanned robotic platforms, and surveillance sensors.
• Nemesis II CBA 20M+ Connector High-pressure sealing connector rated for water submersion up to 20 meters (65.6 feet), designed for demanding environmental sealing applications.
• Trident Neptune Connectors Circular connectors specifically designed for harsh environment applications with sealing and environmental protection features.
• Trident Neptune Metal (TNM) Connectors Metal-shelled version of Trident Neptune connectors engineered for systems requiring electromagnetic shielding combined with environmental sealing.
• SURE-SEAL Connectors Watertight and chemical resistant connectors with up to 100 mating cycles, designed with a simple one-piece construction for harsh environment applications.
• High Speed Connectors High-speed connectors including 38999-style quadrax connector variants for high-speed data transmission in aerospace and defense applications.
• Fiber Optic Connectors Fiber optic connectors designed for high-speed data transmission within harsh environment aerospace, defense, and industrial applications.
• Filtered/Hermetic Connectors Filtered and hermetically sealed connectors engineered for environments requiring EMI filtering combined with complete hermetic sealing.
• Electric Vehicle Connectors Electric vehicle charging connectors including AC and DC variants designed for electric vehicle charging infrastructure applications.
• Veam MOVE-MOD Modular Connector Series Modular connector series targeting high-reliability applications in defense, aerospace, and industrial markets, sold through the Powell Electronics distribution channel.
• SPX FLOW Pumps, Valves, Mixers, and Homogenizers Industrial pumps, valves, mixers, and homogenizers acquired by ITT through the $4.775 billion SPX FLOW acquisition completed March 2, 2026, serving chemical, energy, and mining process industries.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 1,000 mating cycles durability on BVM series
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Powell ElectronicscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 2 February 2026Powell Electronics has added ITT Cannon's Veam MOVE-MOD modular connector series to its stock range, targeting high-reliability applications in defense, aerospace, and industrial markets. This distribution partnership extends product availability for customers requiring quick access to connector solutions.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Amphenol: Amphenol is the world's largest manufacturer of interconnect, sensors, and antenna solutions for harsh environments across aerospace, defense, automotive, and industrial — directly competing with ITT Cannon in MIL-SPEC circular, rectangular, and fiber optic connector categories. Both companies chase the same aerospace and defense design-in opportunities.
• TE Connectivity: TE Connectivity designs and manufactures connectors and sensors including DEUTSCH, AMP, and Raychem product lines serving aerospace, defense, automotive, and industrial markets. TE's DEUTSCH and 38999-series compete head-to-head with ITT Cannon's MIL-DTL-5015 and harsh-environment circular connectors.
• Molex: Molex (a Koch subsidiary) manufactures electronic interconnect solutions with a strong presence in commercial vehicle, industrial, and aerospace markets. Its heavy-duty and sealed connector families overlap with ITT Cannon's BVM, Trident, and SURE-SEAL series for industrial and off-road vehicle applications.
• Glenair: Glenair is a privately held US manufacturer specializing in MIL-SPEC circular and rectangular connectors, backshells, and hermetic interconnect for military and aerospace platforms. Glenair directly competes with ITT Cannon on MIL-DTL-38999, MIL-DTL-5015, and similar qualified part numbers across defense primes.
• Smiths Interconnect: Smiths Interconnect (part of Smiths Group) supplies high-reliability interconnect, microwave, and sensing solutions for aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. Their MIL-DTL and high-frequency connector lines, including DuraPOINT and Hyperboloid contacts, compete with ITT Cannon's high-speed, filtered, and harsh-environment offerings.
• Radiall: Radiall is a French designer and manufacturer of interconnect products including RF/coaxial, fiber optic, and circular military-grade connectors. Its defense, aerospace, and industrial product lines directly overlap with ITT Cannon's MIL-SPEC, fiber optic, and high-speed quadrax connectors.
• HARTING: HARTING is a German family-owned manufacturer of industrial connectors (Han series), PCB connectors, and industrial Ethernet infrastructure. It is a direct peer to ITT Cannon in industrial-grade rectangular interconnect and now expanding into harsh-environment and high-power applications.
• Phoenix Contact: Phoenix Contact manufactures industrial connection and automation technology including heavy-duty rectangular connectors, PCB terminal blocks, and high-current power connectors. Its PLUSCON heavy-power and EV-charging connector lines compete with ITT Cannon's PowerLock and EV charging portfolio.

Broad incumbents

• Eaton (Souriau / UEC): Eaton is a diversified industrial conglomerate that owns Souriau (now part of Eaton's Aerospace group), a long-standing MIL-SPEC circular connector supplier. Eaton is a broad incumbent — overlap with ITT Cannon is meaningful in aerospace/defense interconnect but is only one of many product lines within Eaton's full portfolio.
• 3M (Electronics & Industrial): 3M's Electronics & Industrial segment includes board-to-board and wire-to-board connectors, packaging, and interconnection products serving industrial, transportation, and aerospace markets. Though much broader than ITT Cannon's harsh-environment focus, 3M competes in adjacent interconnect categories and industrial channels.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/ITTCannon
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/itt-cannon
• Xx.com/ITT_Inc

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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