Certified Power

Name

Certified Power

Legal name

Certified Power LLC

Website

https://certifiedpower.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1967

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Fluid Power Distribution and Custom Hydraulic Systems

NAICS

Fluid Power Pump and Motor Manufacturing (333996), Measuring, Dispensing, and Other Pumping Equipment Manufacturing (333914)

SIC

Pumps & Pumping Equipment (3561), Construction Machinery & Equip (3531)

akta.pro primary industry

Hydraulic Components (Pumps, Motors, Cylinders) (IMAHAGAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Hydraulic Power Units & Systems (HPUs, Manifolds, Integrated Circuits) (IMAHAGAB), Pneumatic Components (FRLs, Cylinders, Valves) (IMAHAGAC), Hydraulic, Pneumatic & Fluid Power Systems MRO (Cylinders, Pumps, Valves, Hoses) (TLAKAHAI)

Keywords

• Hydraulic systems distribution
• Fluid power components
• Custom manifold design
• Snow ice management
• Mobile equipment controls

Headquarters

HQ city

Mundelein

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Fluid Power Component Distribution: Distribution of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic components including pumps, motors, valves, actuators, and electronic controls from partner manufacturers. Maintains inventory of over 1,000,000 parts available online for immediate delivery. Revenue generated through product sales with standard payment terms of net 30 days.
2. Custom Engineered Systems: Design, validation, and production of custom hydraulic systems, electronic controls, manifolds, power units, and complete integrated assemblies for OEMs. Engineering teams work closely with equipment manufacturers from concept through final build. Revenue generated through custom project quotes and system deliveries.
3. Service and Repair: Comprehensive service and repair capabilities including authorized repair centers for OEM-approved refurbishment, driveline service and rebuilds, pump remanufacturing under ISO 9001 quality standards, on-site field service, and 24/7 online repair portal. Revenue generated through service fees and parts replacement.
4. Snow and Ice Management Systems: Turnkey solutions for snowplow trucks including hydraulics, spreader controls, accessory electronics, and integrated vehicle systems. FleetPilot platform provides ongoing software/telematics value. Products include SnowPak system for smaller fleets.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Certified Power Solutions distributes more than 1,000,000 hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic components from leading brand partners and engineers, manufactures, and assembles custom hydraulic power units, manifold assemblies, and electronic control systems for mobile and industrial OEMs. It operates the FleetPilot platform (with SnowPak system) for snow and ice fleet management combining hydraulics, spreader and plow controls, and cloud-based telematics, and provides authorized repair, field service, pump remanufacturing, driveline service, and a 24/7 online repair portal.

Product overview

Certified Power Solutions operates as a value-added fluid power distributor and custom systems integrator, combining a proprietary technology platform with distributed components from brand partners. The core offering consists of the FleetPilot platform for snow and ice fleet management (encompassing Total Control, Enhanced Control/Freedom 2, Essential Control, Integrated Plow/Spreader Controls, Plow Controls, Spreader Controls, Hydraulics, Accessories, and the SnowPak compact hydraulic package), alongside custom engineering services (Custom Manifold & Valve Design, Mobile Controllers & Custom Programming, Manufacturing & Assembly), industrial component distribution (Hose & Fittings, Hose Configurator), and comprehensive service capabilities (Authorized Repair Center, Field Service, Pump Refurb Program, Driveline Services, 24/7 Online Repair Portal). The company also operates Skarda Equipment Company as a division following its 2022 acquisition. With over 50 years of experience since 1967, the company serves mobile and industrial markets across North America.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• FleetPilot: An adaptable platform integrating equipment controls, hydraulics, and telematics for snow and ice fleet management. Scales from single vehicle to full fleet operations.
• SnowPak

Products and services

• FleetPilot Platform An adaptable platform that integrates equipment controls, hydraulics, and telematics for snow and ice fleet management. Provides real-time GPS tracking, spreader activity monitoring, material usage tracking, custom geofencing, automated alerts, and remote updates, scaling from a single vehicle to full fleet operations. Used by municipalities, DOTs, and commercial snow and ice contractors.
• SnowPak System A complete pre-engineered hydraulic package that combines plow, spread, and hoist control in one compact stainless steel valve and tank assembly. Designed for one-ton and Class 3-6 trucks, it reduces installation complexity and maintenance requirements for smaller snow and ice fleets.
• Custom Manifold & Valve Design Custom engineering and design of hydraulic manifolds and valve assemblies for mobile and industrial equipment applications, tailored to OEM specifications.
• Mobile Controllers & Custom Programming Custom electronic control systems and programming for mobile equipment applications, including joystick operator controls and integrated controller packages.
• Manufacturing & Assembly Complete manufacturing capabilities for hydraulic power units, manifold assemblies, electrical and electronic controls, and custom customer-specific assemblies built to OEM specifications.
• Hose & Fittings Distribution Distribution of hydraulic and pneumatic hose, fittings, and related fluid conveyance products, supported by an online Hose Configurator tool for assembling hose specifications.
• Authorized Repair Center OEM-approved repair and refurbishment services for hydraulic and electronic equipment, capable of diagnosing, repairing, and testing all brands and types of industrial equipment.
• Field Service On-site repair and maintenance services delivered to customer facilities, with technicians responding to customer locations to diagnose and fix hydraulic and electronic system problems on-site.
• Pump Refurb Program Pump remanufacturing and refurbishment services performed under ISO 9001 quality standards to restore hydraulic pumps to working condition at a fraction of replacement cost.
• Driveline Services Service and rebuild capabilities for drive shafts and driveline components, including inspection, repair, and replacement to extend driveline life.
• Industrial Repair Center Comprehensive hydraulic service and repair capabilities covering diagnostics, repair, and testing for all brands and types of industrial hydraulic equipment, with service available at the customer's facility.
• Skarda Equipment Company Division Fluid power distribution, custom systems solutions, customized inventory programs, value-added services, custom assemblies, and control solutions for industrial automation markets across Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, and Missouri. Operates as a division of Certified Power Solutions.

Quantifiable outcome

• Cylinder repair costs reduced to approximately 30% of replacement cost through innovative problem-solving and expert repair
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Controlled Motion Dynamics (CMD)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 June 2022Control systems integration company, affiliate of Skarda Equipment Company. Specializes in designing and implementing custom solutions in pneumatics, hydraulics and motion control for automation applications. Part of the Skarda acquisition by Certified Power.
• Anchor Fluid PowerminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorISO 9001 and ISO 45001 registered company offering high quality products for hydraulic connection requirements. Certified Power distributes Anchor's products through their catalog and online store.
• APSCOminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLeader in pneumatic, auxiliary and fluid power products for Classes 3-8 mobile and transportation equipment. Distributed through Certified Power's extensive catalog.
• Banjo CorporationminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPremium drip-proof products, equipment, and solutions for farmers and OEMs. Distributed through Certified Power.
• Continental HydraulicsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOne-stop-shop for valves, pumps, power units and proportional products all assembled in the US with experienced support team. Distributed through Certified Power.
• Cross ManufacturingminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDesigns and manufactures durable, dependable American-made hydraulic components. Distributed through Certified Power.
• Daman ProductsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDesign and manufacture of hydraulic valve manifolds and related products. Distributed through Certified Power.
• DanfosscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWide range of products including valves, pumps, sensors, drives, controllers, heat exchangers, compressors and more. Major product line distributed through Certified Power.
• ParkercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGlobal leader in motion and control technologies providing precision-engineered solutions for mobile, industrial and aerospace markets. Major product line distributed through Certified Power.
• HydraForcecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDesigns and manufactures products for hydraulically powered mobile equipment including control valves, manifolds, and electronic controllers. Major product line with extensive catalog available.
• HYDACcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExpertise in hydraulics, systems and fluid engineering since 1963. Major product line distributed through Certified Power.
• Sun HydraulicscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLeading designer and manufacturer of high-performance screw-in hydraulic cartridge valves and manifolds. Extensive product catalog with 263,968 items available.
• Skarda Equipment CompanycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFluid power distributor serving industries across Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas and Missouri since 1969. Known for systems solutions, customized inventory programs, and value-added services including custom assemblies and control solutions. Acquired by Certified Power in June 2022.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Kaman Industrial Technologies: Industrial and fluid power distributor serving OEM and MRO customers with technical sales, automation, and engineered solutions. Highly comparable in go-to-market mix and customer segments.
• BlackHawk Industrial: Fluid power and MRO-focused industrial distributor with engineering, fabrication, and field service. Comparable value-added distribution model serving similar mobile and industrial OEM customers.
• SunSource (Distribution One): Direct fluid power and motion control distributor with engineering, system integration, and field service across the U.S. Closest analog in business model — value-added distribution plus custom engineering for OEM and MRO customers.
• IBT Inc. Industrial and fluid power distributor serving OEMs and MRO customers across the U.S. Similar product portfolio mix (pumps, valves, motors, controls) with engineering and assembly services.

Emerging players

• Cirus Controls: Snow and ice fleet management telematics and spreader controls specialist. Direct competitor to FleetPilot in the municipal snow/ice software and controls niche.

Broad incumbents

• Motion Industries: One of the largest industrial MRO distributors in North America with significant fluid power exposure. Overlaps in hydraulic distribution, repair services, and OEM customer base but at substantially greater scale and geographic reach.
• Bosch Rexroth: Global fluid power and motion control manufacturer with direct sales and systems integration capabilities. Competes with Certified Power in custom engineered hydraulic systems while also supplying components through distribution.
• Applied Industrial Technologies: Large public industrial distributor with a fluid power, bearings, and motion control portfolio. Wider product breadth and scale, but overlapping OEM/fleet customer base and engineered solutions offering.
• HYDAC USA: Fluid power manufacturer and direct seller of hydraulic components, accumulators, and systems. Both a Certified Power supplier partner and a competitor in custom engineered hydraulic solutions.

Regional players

• Wajax Corporation: Canadian industrial distributor with fluid power, bearings, and motion control focus. Comparable in distribution-plus-engineered-services model; primarily competes in Canadian geography.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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