Fluid Management

What Fluid Management does

Fluid Management, founded in 1987 and headquartered in Wheeling, Illinois, is the leading global manufacturer of precision paint dispensing and mixing equipment serving paint retailers, paint manufacturers, and industrial coatings operators. The company is a wholly-owned subsidiary of IDEX Corporation (NYSE: IEX) operating within the IDEX Dispensing Group, and reaches customers through a three-region channel structure covering the Americas, Asia Pacific, and Europe, Middle East & Africa via dedicated regional websites and a global distributor network with partner portal access.

Its product portfolio spans more than twenty automatic and manual paint dispensers across the AccuSmart, Harbil Next Gen, TI Element 2, X-PROTINT, Velocity, X-SMART, and AT product families, complemented by manual and automatic mixers (GA350, GX300, VR-1+), high-volume shakers (5G-HD Harbil), tinting software (ColorPro 4), and the Tintelligence data platform. Differentiated technology is built around proprietary ZeroPurge™ waste-reduction, DPI™ nozzle precision, and IoT-enabled remote diagnostics in the AccuSmart line. The company monetizes through hardware sales, recurring software subscriptions, managed FM Service maintenance contracts, spare parts, and Training Academy professional services, all priced on a quote-based B2B model.

Fluid Management sells predominantly through authorized channel partners and distributors, supplemented by enterprise field sales support and technical hotline coverage. Customer segments are split between small-to-mid-sized paint stores (served by compact, low-maintenance models like the TI Element 2) and large paint retail chains plus major paint manufacturers (served by high-capacity AccuSmart and Harbil Next Gen systems), with a secondary footprint in industrial coatings, automotive refinish, and specialty paint applications. Recent product activity in 2025, including the TI Element 2 launch and Biocide-Free and Automation Solutions introductions, indicates active portfolio expansion alongside the geographic buildout already in market.

Name

Fluid Management

Legal name

Fluid Management

Website

https://fluidman.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Fluid Management, an IDEX subsidiary founded in 1987, manufactures precision paint dispensers, mixers, shakers, and tinting software for paint retailers, paint manufacturers, and industrial coatings operators worldwide through a three-region distributor network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Paint Dispensing Equipment

NAICS

Measuring, Dispensing, and Other Pumping Equipment Manufacturing (333914)

SIC

Paints, Varnishes, Lacquers, Enamels & Allied Prods (2851), Totalizing Fluid Meters & Counting Devices (3824)

akta.pro primary industry

Pneumatic Components (FRLs, Cylinders, Valves) (IMAHAGAC)

Keywords

• Paint dispensing equipment
• Color tinting machinery
• Automated paint mixers
• Industrial coating dispensers
• Tinting software platforms

Headquarters

HQ city

Wheeling

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Paint Dispensing Equipment Sales: Sale of automatic and manual paint dispensers including models such as Velocity 6, Velocity 7, AS7500, AS9500, HA480, HA680, TI Element 2, X-PROTINT XL, and various AT-series dispensers
2. Mixers & Shakers Sales: Sale of mixers and shakers including GA350 Manual Mixer, GX300 Automatic Mixer, VR-1+ Mixer, and 5G-HD Harbil 5-Gallon Shaker for paint mixing operations
3. Tinting Software: Sale of tinting software solutions including ColorPro 4 and Tintelligence platform for paint store operations management
4. FM Service Maintenance & Support: Comprehensive maintenance and support solutions under FM Service brand to maximize equipment performance and lifespan, including spare parts and service visits
5. Spare Parts: Sale of spare parts for equipment maintenance and repairs
6. Training Academy: Expert-led training and certification programs for technicians through the Fluid Management Training Academy

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Fluid Management manufactures and sells precision paint dispensing and mixing equipment for the global paint and coatings industry. Its portfolio spans automatic and manual paint dispensers (AccuSmart AS7500/AS9500, Harbil Next Gen HA480/HA680, TI Element 2, Velocity 6/7, X-PROTINT/XL, X-SMART series, AT series), mixers and shakers (GA350, VR-1+, 5G-HD, GX300), and tinting software (ColorPro 4, Tintelligence), supported by FM Service maintenance and Training Academy programs.

Product overview

Fluid Management offers a comprehensive paint tinting solutions portfolio comprising three core product categories: dispensers, mixers & shakers, and software. The dispenser lineup includes multiple product families: AccuSmart (AS7500 and AS9500 featuring DPI nozzle technology and IoT diagnostics), Harbil Next Gen (HA480 and HA680), TI Element 2 (compact with ZeroPurge technology), X-PROTINT XL, Velocity series, X-SMART series, AT series, and Harbil dispensers. Mixers and shakers include the GA350 Manual Mixer, VR-1+ Mixer, 5G-HD Harbil 5-Gallon Shaker, and GX300 Automatic Mixer. Software offerings center on ColorPro 4 tinting software and the Tintelligence data platform. The portfolio is supported by FM Service maintenance solutions, Training Academy, and Helpdesk support. The company operates under the IDEX corporate umbrella and serves customers globally through regional websites for Americas, Asia Pacific, and Europe/Middle East/Africa.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• AccuSmart: Smart tinting solutions including AS7500 and AS9500 automatic paint dispensers with DPI nozzle technology and IoT diagnostics.
• Harbil Next Gen
• Tintelligence

Products and services

• TI Velocity 6 Automatic Paint Dispenser Versatile and reliable automatic paint dispenser engineered for precision, efficiency, and seamless daily tinting operations.
• TI Velocity 7 Automatic Paint Dispenser Versatile and reliable automatic paint dispenser engineered for precision, efficiency, and seamless daily tinting operations.
• TI Element 2 Automatic Paint Dispenser Compact, accurate tinting dispenser featuring ZeroPurge proprietary technology for minimal waste and maximum efficiency; designed for small to mid-sized paint stores with ultra-low maintenance and lowest total cost of ownership.
• X-PROTINT XL Automatic Paint Dispenser Accurate, reliable, and compact rugged automatic dispenser delivering maximum value with minimal energy use.
• X-PROTINT Automatic Paint Dispenser Automatic paint dispenser delivering accuracy and reliability for tinting operations.
• AS7500 Automatic Paint Dispenser (AccuSmart) Fast, precise, and reliable dispenser featuring advanced DPI nozzle technology, IoT diagnostics, and energy-efficient performance; part of the AccuSmart product line for high-volume operations.
• AS9500 Automatic Paint Dispenser (AccuSmart) Fast, precise, and reliable dispenser featuring advanced DPI nozzle technology, IoT diagnostics, and energy-efficient performance; part of the AccuSmart product line for high-volume operations.
• HA480 Automatic Paint Dispenser (Harbil Next Gen) Advanced automatic dispenser optimized for tinting operations with minimal maintenance and proven performance; part of the Harbil Next Gen product line.
• HA680 Automatic Paint Dispenser (Harbil Next Gen) Advanced automatic dispenser optimized for tinting operations with minimal maintenance and proven performance; part of the Harbil Next Gen product line.
• AT Series Automatic Paint Dispensers (AT1500, AT1500 HS, AT1600, AT1600 HS, AT7000 HS, AT8000 Elite) Family of automatic paint dispensers including standard models (AT1500, AT1600), high-speed variants (AT1500 HS, AT1600 HS, AT7000 HS), and the elite-tier AT8000 Elite for precision and high-volume tinting operations.
• X-SMART Series Automatic Paint Dispensers (X-SMART, X-SMART M, X-SMART PRO, X-SMART XL) Family of automatic paint dispensers in the X-SMART product line, including standard, M, PRO, and XL variants for varied tinting operation needs.
• Harbil Dual Pump Paint Dispenser Dual pump automatic paint dispenser for enhanced tinting capability in paint mixing operations.
• Harbil NSC80 Manual Paint Dispenser Manual paint dispenser designed for manual tinting operations.
• Blendorama 22CW/25PD/53PD Paint Blending Equipment Paint blending equipment for tinting operations available in 22CW, 25PD, and 53PD models.
• GA350 Manual Mixer Ergonomic, durable, and intuitive manual mixer built for high-volume, precision mixing with minimal maintenance.
• VR-1+ Mixer Mixer engineered to enhance paint dispensers, offering flexibility for different volumes, can sizes, and levels of automation.
• 5G-HD Harbil 5-Gallon Shaker Heavy-duty 5-gallon shaker designed for high-volume paint mixing operations.
• GX300 Automatic Mixer Automatic mixer engineered to enhance paint dispensers for automated mixing operations.
• ColorPro 4 Software User-friendly tinting software refined by years of customer feedback, providing precise tinting solutions for demanding paint store operators.
• Tintelligence Platform Smart technology platform combining technology and insightful data analytics to elevate tinting business operations, driving operational efficiency and commercial success.
• FM Service Comprehensive maintenance and support solutions to maximize equipment performance and lifespan, including spare parts and on-site service visits.
• Helpdesk Dedicated expert support helpdesk providing swift and reliable assistance for Fluid Management equipment customers.
• Training Academy Expert-led training and certification program designed for technicians and operators to master paint tinting operations.
• Automation Solutions Automation solutions for industrial paint tinting operations, integrating dispensing and mixing equipment into automated workflows.
• Biocide Free Tinting Solutions Biocide-free tinting solutions designed for environmentally conscious paint and coatings operations.

Quantifiable outcome

• ZeroPurge™ technology enables zero wastage during purging operations
• +3 more outcomes

Segments3 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

One partnership is on record.

• IDEX CorporationcoreOthersFluid Management is a subsidiary and brand within the IDEX Dispensing Group, part of IDEX Corporation (NYSE: IEX). IDEX is a global industrial company with operations in more than 20 countries. The relationship provides corporate backing, shared resources, and cross-selling opportunities across IDEX's broader portfolio of fluidics and dispensing technologies.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Strengths4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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