Livingston and Haven

What Livingston and Haven does

Livingston & Haven is a privately held industrial technology provider and fluid power distributor founded in 1947 by Malcolm D. Haven in Charleston, South Carolina, now headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina with 100+ associates operating across more than six states. The company operates as both a stocking distributor and engineered-systems integrator, distributing components from more than fifteen manufacturer partners — anchored by Bosch Rexroth (since 1975), Parker Hannifin (since 1948), Balluff, Hydac, Haskel, Phoenix Contact, and Graco — across hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical controls, fluid connectors, lubrication, filtration, and linear motion categories, and maintaining $6+ million of shelf inventory for same-day shipping.

The Engineered Systems group designs and manufactures custom hydraulic power units (from 1/2 HP to 1700 HP and up to 5,000 gallons), automation and control solutions built on the Bosch Rexroth ctrlX CORE platform, IoT and edge solutions using ctrlX IoT, motion control and robotics including Kassow 7-axis cobots, safety systems rated to SIL3/Category 4, vision and sensing (IO-Link, Balluff CMTK condition monitoring), and conveyor systems. In-house fabrication includes fiber laser cutting, 5-axis waterjet, CNC machining, ASME/AWS-certified welding, and a UL 508A/698A certified panel shop. Certified repair services cover Bosch Rexroth/Indramat (REMAN, REMAN PLUS, 24-hour emergency turnaround), Haskel high-pressure equipment, Denison, Eaton/Vickers, and Hydac products, complemented by field service, hose and tube fabrication, and on-site installation.

The business serves U.S. manufacturing customers across at least eight verticals — general manufacturing, steel and aluminum, automotive, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, solar generation and storage, robotics, and pulp and paper — with named enterprise accounts including International Paper, Bridgestone, and Nucor. The go-to-market combines regional field sales engineers, an e-commerce store (selling into 140+ countries since 2009), a ParkerStore retail location in Charlotte, and an industrial training channel historically operated as the L&H Institute of Applied Technologies (now under CFC Industrial Training following Hyde Park Partners' August 2025 acquisition). Pricing is quote-based for engineered systems and contract-based for service work, with standard parts sold through the online store. The company is privately held, with the Vann family in leadership since 1966 and Clifton Vann IV serving as President since 1999; recent 2025–2026 transactions by Hyde Park Partners signal an evolving ownership and platform structure.

Name

Livingston and Haven

Legal name

Livingston & Haven

Website

https://livhaven.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1947

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Livingston & Haven is a privately held Charlotte, NC-based industrial fluid power distributor and engineered systems integrator, founded 1947, distributing components from 15+ manufacturer partners and designing custom hydraulic, automation, and motion control solutions for U.S. manufacturers across multiple industrial verticals.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Fluid Power Distribution and Automation Integration

NAICS

Fluid Power Valve and Hose Fitting Manufacturing (332912), Fluid Power Pump and Motor Manufacturing (333996), Other General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing (3339), Fluid Power Cylinder and Actuator Manufacturing (333995), Relay and Industrial Control Manufacturing (335314)

SIC

Wholesale-Hardware & Plumbing & Heating Equipment & Supplies (5070), General Industrial Machinery & Equipment (3560), Pumps & Pumping Equipment (3561), Gaskets, Packg & Sealg Devices & Rubber & Plastics Hose (3050), Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823)

akta.pro primary industry

Hydraulic Power Units & Systems (HPUs, Manifolds, Integrated Circuits) (IMAHAGAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Hoses, Tubing & Fittings (Hydraulic/Pneumatic Lines & Connectors) (IMAHAGAH), Pneumatic Components (FRLs, Cylinders, Valves) (IMAHAGAC), Proportional & Servo Hydraulics (Electrohydraulic Valves, Servo Systems) (IMAHAGAF), Pump & Compressor Packages (Skids, Booster Sets) (IMAHANAG)

Keywords

• Industrial fluid power distribution
• Hydraulic power units
• Automation system integration
• Motion control solutions
• Industrial components distribution

Headquarters

HQ city

Charlotte

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Product Distribution: Distribution of industrial automation, hydraulics, pneumatics, and motion control components from manufacturer partners including Bosch Rexroth, Parker, Balluff, Hydac, and others. Revenue from markup on products sold.
2. Engineered Systems & Assemblies: Custom design and manufacturing of hydraulic power units, automation systems, conveyor systems, aluminum extrusion framing, fabrication, and control panels. Turnkey solutions from concept to installation.
3. Repair & Service: Certified repair services for Bosch Rexroth/Indramat products, Haskel products, and other hydraulic/pneumatic equipment. Field service for installations and maintenance.
4. Training Services: Industrial technology training through CFC Industrial Training partnership covering hydraulics, pneumatics, electricity, motion control, and automation. Courses offered in-house, on-site, and online.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Livingston & Haven is an industrial technology distributor and engineered systems integrator that sells fluid power, automation, motion control, electrical, lubrication, and filtration components from manufacturer partners and designs, builds, and services custom hydraulic power units, automation systems, conveyor systems, aluminum extrusion framing, and UL-certified control panels. The company also provides certified repair services for Bosch Rexroth/Indramat and Haskel products, fabrication, field installation, and industrial training courses.

Product overview

Livingston & Haven is an industrial technology provider and fluid power distributor established in 1947, offering both product distribution and engineered systems/services. The distribution portfolio includes Hydraulics & Pneumatics, Electrical (PLCs, sensors, servo motors, HMIs, RFID, machine vision), Fluid Connectors (hose, fittings, tubing), Lubrication Systems, Filtration Products, and Mechanical/Linear Motion components. The Engineered Systems group provides custom solutions including Aluminum Extrusion framing systems (Bosch Rexroth MGE profiles with FRAMEpro CAD integration), Custom Hydraulic Power Units (1/2 HP to 1700 HP, up to 5,000 gallons), Automation & Control Solutions (featuring ctrlX CORE), IoT and Edge Solutions, Linear Technologies (including READYRAIL XPRESS), Motion Control & Robotics (including Kassow 7-axis cobots), Safety Technologies (SIL2/SIL3 rated), Vision & Sensing (IO-Link, CMTK condition monitoring), and Conveyor Systems. Services include Fabrication (laser cutting, waterjet, welding, CNC machining), Repairs (Rexroth/Indramat, Haskel), Service & Install, UL Panel Shop (508A/698A certified), ParkerStore retail, and Training (CFC Industrial Training partnership). Products span over 15 partner brands including Bosch Rexroth, Balluff, Parker, Hydac, Haskel, Phoenix Contact, Graco, and Daman.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Hydraulics & Pneumatics Distribution Distributor of fluid power components including hydraulic pumps, valves, cylinders, accumulators, motors, pneumatic components, air preparation equipment, and accessories from brands such as Bosch Rexroth, Parker, and Hydac, sold through the online store and direct sales channels.
• Electrical Components Distribution Distribution of electrical components including sensors, PLCs, servo motors, HMIs, machine safety equipment, industrial computers, RFID, machine vision, and network components from partners such as Balluff, Phoenix Contact, and Mitsubishi.
• Fluid Connectors Distribution Distribution of hose, fittings, tubing, quick disconnects, flanges, and hose machines for fluid transfer applications in industrial environments, primarily Parker brand components.
• Lubrication Systems Distribution Distribution of automatic lubrication systems including single point lubricators, series progressive systems, volumetric injectors, central lube systems, and chain oil lubrication systems from Graco, Bijur Delimon, and Perma.
• Filtration Products Distribution Distribution of hydraulic filters, fluid conditioning products, engine and truck components, and gas/steam filters from Hydac, Schroeder Industries, and Daman.
• Aluminum Extrusion Engineered Systems Custom engineered aluminum extrusion framing systems using Bosch Rexroth MGE profiles, offered as full sticks, cut-to-length, kits, or custom assemblies including safety enclosures, workstations, perimeter guards, flow racks, carts, and machine frames.
• Custom Hydraulic Power Units Custom designed and manufactured hydraulic power units ranging from single-pump 1-gallon units to multi-pump 5,000-gallon systems with power outputs from 1/2 HP to 1700 HP, including Sytronix variable speed pump drives for energy savings up to 80%.
• Automation & Control Solutions Custom automation systems with PLC programming, HMI configuration, I/O integration, pneumatic systems, and software support, built on the Bosch Rexroth ctrlX CORE open Linux real-time operating system platform.
• IoT and Edge Solutions Industrial IoT and edge connectivity solutions including sensors for temperature, vibration, pressure, and flow; edge devices for data collection; cloud and remote connectivity; and data visualization tools powered by Bosch Rexroth ctrlX IoT.
• Linear Technologies Advanced linear motion systems including linear modules, precision linear rails, runner blocks, and READYRAIL XPRESS custom-cut linear rails with lead times as fast as 2 weeks.
• Motion Control & Robotics Advanced motion control and robotics solutions including servo motors, variable frequency drives, collaborative robots, delta, SCARA, articulated arm, and gantry systems, with Kassow 7-axis cobots for AGV and AMR integration.
• Conveyor Systems Industrial conveyor systems including modular plastic chain conveyors, flat belt conveyors, palletized conveyors, indexing conveyors, motor-driven roller conveyors, and stainless steel sanitary conveyors from Bosch Rexroth, QC Conveyors, and Carter Intralogistics.
• Fabrication Services Full-service sheet metal fabrication including Amada 12kW REGIUS and 3kW ENSIS fiber laser cutting (up to 1" steel), 220-ton press brake forming, Flow Mach 500 5-axis waterjet cutting (up to 6"), ASME/AWS-certified welding, CNC milling and turning, and professional finishing/coating.
• Bosch Rexroth / Indramat Repair Services Certified Bosch Rexroth service partner for hydraulic and Indramat product repairs including standard repair, REMAN and REMAN PLUS rebuild programs, 24-hour emergency turnaround, field service, spare parts, retrofit, and long life service contracts. Also repairs Denison, Eaton/Vickers, and Hydac products.
• Haskel Repair Services Recommended service center for Haskel air-driven high-pressure liquid pumps, gas boosters, air pressure amplifiers, high-pressure valves, and customized pressure systems, including complete disassembly, inspection, repair, and pressure/cycle testing.
• Field Service & Installation Field service and installation including hydraulic unit installations, field piping (hose fabrication up to 6000 PSI, tube fabrication, welded/threaded pipe), electrical controls installation, lubrication system installations, conveyor installations, and aluminum structural framing installations.
• UL Panel Shop UL 508A and UL 698A certified custom control panel fabrication including motor starter panels, PLC and HMI panels, servo drive panels, safety rated circuits (SIL3, CAT 4/PLe), intrinsic barrier panels, explosion proof panels, and stainless outdoor rated panels, with design, fabrication, certification, and commissioning.
• ParkerStore Retail ParkerStore retail location in Charlotte, NC offering hose assemblies, fittings, brake line assemblies, couplers, filtration products, hydraulic oils, lubrication products, pneumatic products, pumps, motors, power units, and 24-hour emergency service.
• Industrial Training Services Industrial training courses including hydraulics, pneumatics, electricity, proportional valves, motion control, schematic reading, lubrication, hydraulic system design, and Bosch Rexroth electric drives and controls, offered in-house, on-site, live online, and e-learning through CFC Industrial Training partnership.

Quantifiable outcome

• Energy savings up to 80% with Sytronix variable speed pump drives
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

21 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Bosch RexrothcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 1975Since 1975, Livingston & Haven has been a partner distributor for Bosch Rexroth. They deliver quality products and add value to build customer-specified systems. Products include pumps, motors, valves, cylinders, power units, hydraulic control, accumulators, repair and services. Also partners for Bosch Rexroth Drives and Controls division.
• Balluff Inc.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of Balluff products including sensors, machine vision, industrial RFID, distributed I/O, micropulse sensors, and data carriers. Balluff is a world leader in sensor technology with over 50 years of sensor experience.
• Parker HannifincoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorParkerStore retailer and distributor of full Parker product lines including hydraulic hose, industrial hose, adapters, thermoplastic tubing, quick disconnects, clamps, brass fittings and valves. Long-standing partnership since 1948.
• HydaccoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of HYDAC products including filtration, fluid conditioning, hydraulic accumulators, heat exchangers, compact hydraulics, electronics, process filtration, cylinders, and mobile hydraulics. HYDAC has over 9000 employees and 50 branch offices worldwide.
• Daman ProductsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of Daman hydraulic manifolds including standard manifolds with over 2 million parts and custom manifold design services. Daman has over 30 years of experience in hydraulic valve manifolds.
• Firestone Industrial ProductsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of Firestone air springs and industrial products including actuators, isolators, and pick & place solutions for industrial manufacturing applications.
• GracominorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Graco distributor offering pumps, hose reels, fluid handling systems, process equipment, and automatic lubrication systems including Manzel and Grease Jockey products.
• HaskelcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized repair facility for Haskel pneumatically driven liquid pumps, gas boosters, and air amplifiers. Also distributes Haskel products for high pressure technology applications.
• Humphrey ProductsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of Humphrey pneumatic valves and liquid control products including solenoid valves, pilot operated valves, vacuum control products, quick exhausts, cylinders, and sensors.
• KoganeiminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of Koganei products including industrial robots, pneumatic actuators, electric actuators, pneumatic valves, liquid handling, air preparation, sensors and switches, and fittings.
• Phoenix ContactminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of Phoenix Contact products including terminal blocks, power supplies, signal conditioners, industrial connectors, surge protection, wireless transmitters, industrial PCs, I/O, HMI, software, and Industrial Ethernet solutions.
• Schmalz Inc.minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of Schmalz vacuum automation and ergonomic handling solutions including vacuum components, vacuum lifters, crane systems, and vacuum clamping technology for automation.
• Schroeder IndustriesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of Schroeder filtration products including process, fuel, and hydraulic filters with over 65 years of filtration experience and pioneering micronic filtration concepts.
• Versa ProductsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of Versa pneumatic valves and components with 99% on-time deliveries and 10-year warranty. Products include directional control valves in aluminum, brass, and stainless steel.
• Watts Fluid AirminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of Watts Fluid Air products including pressure regulators and water filters for compressed air preparation.
• Kassow RobotscoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology partner for 7-axis cobots designed for AGV and AMR integration, enabling advanced robotics solutions for mobile automation applications.
• ctrlX Automation (Bosch Rexroth)coreTechnology or IntegrationctrlX IoT apps and edge solutions integrated into automation systems. ctrlX CORE platform provides open Linux real-time operating system for machine control, IT, and IoT integration.
• CFC Industrial TrainingcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLivingston & Haven Institute of Applied Technologies has transitioned to CFC Industrial Training for providing industrial training courses. Partnership provides training, engineering, and education technologies for hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic, automation, and advanced systems.
• Fluid Power Distributors Association (FPDA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner50-year membership in FPDA demonstrating long-standing commitment to innovation, industry leadership, and exceptional service in fluid power, automation, and motion control. Access to emerging technologies and best practices.
• Association for Advancing Automation (A3)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBronze member connecting company with latest advancements in robotics, motion control, vision, and industrial automation. Access to industry trends and best practices.
• National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors (NAW)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMembership providing access to best practices, advocacy, and industry insights for strengthening distribution industry operations.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Cross Company: Cross Company is a privately held industrial distributor and integrator specializing in fluid power, automation, and motion control with locations across the U.S. Southeast. It is a very close direct peer to Livingston & Haven in terms of size, business model (distribution + engineered systems), and geographic focus.
• SunSource (now part of Distribution One): SunSource (historically Karsten, Tencarva, and other FPDA member distributors) is a fluid power and motion control distributor with a similar brand-authorized agency model. It is a direct peer to Livingston & Haven in the fluid power distribution space, although it operates in different geographies.
• Würth Industry North America: Würth Industry is a division of the Würth Group providing industrial supply chain solutions including fasteners, fluid connectors, and inventory management services. It is a direct peer to Livingston & Haven's fluid connectors and inventory management offerings with overlapping B2B distribution model.
• BDI (Bearing Distributors Inc.): BDI is a privately held industrial distributor focused on bearings, power transmission, fluid power, and automation products across the U.S. and internationally. It is a direct peer to Livingston & Haven with overlapping product lines and an analogous distribution-plus-technical-services model.
• Applied Industrial Technologies: Applied Industrial Technologies is a large U.S. industrial distributor with overlapping product categories in fluid power, bearings, power transmission, and engineered systems. It is a public direct peer to Livingston & Haven's distribution-plus-engineered-systems model, though at significantly larger scale.

Emerging players

• Festo USA: Festo is a global manufacturer and supplier of pneumatic and electric automation technology with a direct U.S. distribution presence. It is an emerging peer to Livingston & Haven's pneumatics offerings, with overlap in pneumatic components and automation solutions but a different manufacturer-centric business model.
• SMC Corporation of America: SMC is one of the largest global manufacturers of pneumatic components, with a U.S. direct sales and distributor network. It competes with Livingston & Haven's pneumatics distribution business, particularly overlap with Koganei and Humphrey product lines.

Regional players

• Wajax Corporation: Wajax is a Canadian industrial distributor with bearings, power transmission, fluid power, and material handling offerings. It is a regional peer to Livingston & Haven with comparable business model and product categories, though primarily serving Canada rather than the U.S. Southeast.

Broad incumbents

• Motion Industries: Motion Industries (a Genuine Parts Company subsidiary) is one of the largest industrial distribution companies in North America, distributing bearings, power transmission, fluid power, and industrial supplies with a much larger geographic footprint than Livingston & Haven. It is a directly comparable broad incumbent in the same hydraulics/pneumatics distribution category.
• MSC Industrial Direct: MSC Industrial Direct is a large public distributor of metalworking and maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) products. It is a broad incumbent peer with partial product overlap in industrial supplies and tooling, though less specialized in fluid power than Livingston & Haven.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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