M4 Knick
M4 Knick designs and manufactures pH, ORP, conductivity, and dissolved oxygen sensors, transmitters, holders, and automated systems based on its proprietary Memosens digital protocol, serving industrial and municipal customers across 10 verticals in North America through a channel-led sales model.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2011
- HeadquartersMilford, United States
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What M4 Knick does
M4 Knick LLC is a US-based designer and manufacturer of analytical liquid measurement technology for industrial process applications, founded in 2011 and headquartered in Milford, Ohio. The company produces sensors, transmitters, sensor holders, sample conditioning components, automated cleaning and calibration systems, portable meters, and supporting software for pH, ORP, conductivity, and dissolved oxygen measurement. Its portfolio spans more than 30 sensor SKUs across hygienic, ultrapure water, trace-level, and chemically aggressive use cases, serving manufacturers and municipalities in chemical, petrochemical, power, alternative power, oil and gas, pharmaceutical, food and beverage, metals and mining, water and wastewater, and semiconductor industries.
The technical backbone is the proprietary Memosens digital protocol, which uses a hermetically sealed, galvanically isolated, inductive connection between sensor and cable. Calibration data and sensor condition — including total operating hours and time under extreme conditions — are stored in the sensor head, enabling offline calibration and predictive replacement decisions. The portfolio also includes the patented bayonet lock, a microprocessor-equipped sensor head, and Glasteel differential pH sensor technology that eliminates traditional reference junctions. Transmitters (Stratos Multi, Protos II 4400, Stratos Pro A2) support both Memosens digital and analog VarioPin sensors. MemoSuite sensor management software and ProgaLog 4000 configuration software handle calibration documentation, sensor lifecycle management, and 21 CFR Part 11 compliance for regulated customers.
M4 Knick operates a sales-led, channel-distributed business model. Revenue is generated primarily through hardware sales of sensors, transmitters, holders, fittings, and automated systems, with additional one-time software license revenue and professional services for training, installation, and technical support. Pricing is quote-based with no public tiers. The company sells directly from its Milford headquarters to accounts in Ohio and selected other states, and indirectly through twelve manufacturer representative and distributor partners covering the entire United States plus Canada, Mexico, and Puerto Rico. ATEX and FM hazardous-location certifications underpin sales into explosion-risk environments.
M4 Knick firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- M4 Knick
- Legal name
- M4 Knick LLC
- Website
- https://m4knick.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2011
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- M4 Knick designs and manufactures pH, ORP, conductivity, and dissolved oxygen sensors, transmitters, holders, and automated systems based on its proprietary Memosens digital protocol, serving industrial and municipal customers across 10 verticals in North America through a channel-led sales model.
- Ownership category
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M4 Knick industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Industrial Process Analytics / Liquid Analysis Sensors
- NAICS
- Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables (334513), Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)
- SIC
- Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Laboratory Analytical Instruments (3826)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Process Analytical Instrumentation (Gas analyzers, spectroscopy, pH/ORP, conductivity) (IMAGAFAE)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Process Automation Instrumentation & Control (DCS, Valves, Actuators, Analyzers) (IMAHAHAM), Online Monitoring, Sensors & Instrumentation (SCADA-integrated analyzers, probes, samplers) (EUANAJAC), Test & Measurement Equipment (Oscilloscopes, DAQ, signal analyzers, calibration benches) (IMAGAFAC), Condition Monitoring & Predictive Maintenance Instrumentation (Vibration/ultrasound, oil analysis sensors, IIoT monitoring) (IMAGAFAG)
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Where M4 Knick is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Milford
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
M4 Knick business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Sensor Sales: Sale of pH, ORP, conductivity, and dissolved oxygen sensors including Memosens digital and analog (VarioPin) variants. Sensors are sold individually or as part of measurement loops.
- Transmitter and System Sales: Sale of transmitters including Protos II 4400, Stratos Multi, Stratos Pro A2, and integrated displays/controllers for pH, ORP, conductivity and oxygen measurements.
- Holders and Fittings: Sale of sensor holders (static and retractable) and process fittings including flow-through and immersion configurations.
- Automated Systems: Sale of automated cleaning and calibration systems including Uniclean 720/730, Unical 9000, CL-80, and CL-90 control boxes for reducing maintenance costs.
- Sample Conditioning Components: Sale of sample conditioning equipment including SC sample coolers, BPR valves, CR cationic resin columns, TVS valves, and HPR valves for high-temperature process conditioning.
- Software Solutions: Sale of ProgaLog 4000 configuration software and MemoSuite sensor management software for offline configuration, data management, and calibration of Memosens sensors.
- Portable Meters: Sale of portable meters including Portavo 907 Multi and Portavo 908 Multi for field measurements, sensor diagnostics, data logging, and offline sensor calibration.
- Professional Services: Technical support, training, installation, commissioning, and maintenance services. Company offers product and technology training programs.
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels13 records
Marketing channels6 records
M4 Knick product offering
Product offeringCore offering
M4 Knick designs and manufactures liquid analytical measurement equipment — pH, ORP, conductivity and dissolved oxygen sensors, multi-parameter transmitters, sensor holders, and automated cleaning/calibration systems — for industrial process measurement applications. The offering is built around the proprietary Memosens digital protocol, which uses a hermetically sealed, galvanically isolated inductive connection to provide reliable signal transmission and predictive maintenance data. Components are sold individually or as integrated measurement loops to manufacturers and municipalities across chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, food and beverage, water and wastewater, power, oil and gas, semiconductor, and metals and mining industries.
Product overview
M4 Knick provides a comprehensive portfolio of liquid analysis technology for pH, ORP, conductivity, and dissolved oxygen measurements. The product ecosystem centers on the proprietary Memosens digital protocol, which provides sealed inductive connections and sensor health diagnostics. Core offerings include over 30 sensor models (SE series for pH/ORP, conductivity sensors like SE605/SE620/SE680, and oxygen sensors including SE715 and SE740 optical sensors), supported by multi-parameter transmitters (Stratos Multi, Protos II 4400, Stratos Pro A2), portable meters (Portavo 907/908 Multi), and automated cleaning/calibration systems (Uniclean 720/730, Unical 9000). Sensor holders include static (CSS 120, S120), retractable (CSR 425, Sensogate WA 130/131, Ceramat WA 150), and immersion (ARD 50) options. Sample conditioning components include SC Sample Coolers, BPR/HPR/TVS valves, and CR Cationic Resin Columns. Software includes ProgaLog 4000 for transmitter configuration and MemoSuite (Basic/Advanced) for sensor management. The company serves chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, food & beverage, water & wastewater, power, oil & gas, semiconductors, metals & mining, and alternative energy industries.
Differentiator
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Products and services
- pH Sensors A portfolio of pH sensors including Memosens digital and analog (VarioPin) variants such as the SE555 all-purpose sensor, SE554 for liquids with suspended solids, SE571 with PTFE junction for aggressive media, SE515 for water treatment, SE547 ISFET sensor, SE558 for ultrapure water, SE560/SE557 refillable models, Type 18 differential Glasteel sensor, and PL H-93 for high alkaline liquids. Designed for process industries requiring reliable pH measurement with reduced calibration and maintenance.
- ORP Sensors Oxidation-reduction potential sensors including the SE564 Memosens ORP sensor for liquids with suspended solids and the SE565 all-purpose ORP sensor. Used for chemical and process monitoring applications.
- Conductivity Sensors Conductivity sensors covering coaxial (SE605, SE605H, SE625, SE604), low-cost water/wastewater (SE610, SE615), hygienic (SE620, SE680), corrosion-resistant (SE630), toroidal (SE655, SE656, SE670), 4-electrode (K25), and high-temperature/ultrapure (SE600, SE603) variants. Used for water quality, chemical, pharmaceutical, and biopharma applications.
- Dissolved Oxygen Sensors Dissolved oxygen sensors including the SE715 low-cost Memosens sensor for water and wastewater, the SE740 low-maintenance optical oxygen sensor using luminescent technology, the SE706 hygienic sensor for pharmaceutical applications, and the SE707 high-resolution trace oxygen sensor for parts-per-billion level measurements.
- Stratos Multi Transmitter Multi-parameter transmitter for pH, ORP, conductivity, resistivity, concentration, and oxygen. Supports both Memosens digital and analog sensors, providing the most versatile and flexible analytical transmitter in the portfolio.
- Protos II 4400 Transmitter Modular 4-wire multi-parameter transmitter for pH, ORP, conductivity, and oxygen. Features mix-and-match measuring, control, and communication modules with intuitive user interface.
- Stratos Pro A2 Transmitter 2-wire loop-powered Memosens or analog transmitter designed for hazardous area installations.
- Portavo 907 Multi Portable Meter Multi-parameter Memosens portable meter with data storage and USB. Supports pH, ORP, conductivity, and oxygen measurements with sensor diagnostics, Sensoface display, and offline calibration capability.
- Portavo 908 Multi Portable Meter Memosens portable meter with data storage, USB, and printing capability for field measurements, sensor diagnostics, and offline calibration.
- Uniclean 720/730 Automated Cleaning System Electro-pneumatic controller for automatic cleaning of pH, ORP, conductivity, and dissolved oxygen sensors. Compatible with pneumatic retractable sensor holders.
- Unical 9000 Automated Cleaning and Calibration System Automated cleaning and calibration system with diagnostics for pH, ORP, and dissolved oxygen sensors. Works with Protos transmitter and Sensogate or Ceramat pneumatic retractable holders.
- CL-80 Cleaning System Simple cleaning system for immersion holders with electro-pneumatic control.
- CL-90 Cleaning System Simple cleaning system for retractable holders with electro-pneumatic control.
- Sensor Holders and Fittings Portfolio of static holders (CSS 120, S120), retractable holders (CSR 425 ball valve, Sensogate WA 130/131 pneumatic, Ceramat WA 150 rugged pneumatic), immersion holders (ARD 50), and flow-through fittings. Compatible with pH, ORP, conductivity, and dissolved oxygen sensors.
- Sample Conditioning Components Sample conditioning equipment including SC Sample Coolers (SC-1 through SC-4) for high-temperature process conditioning, BPR back-pressure relief valves, HPR high-pressure reduction valves for boiler sampling, CR cationic resin columns (CR-600/CR-1600) for ion exchange, TVS thermal shut-off valves, and MP Monitoring Panels for pressure, temperature, and flow verification.
- ProgaLog 4000 Configuration Software PC configuration software for offline configuration of Protos 4400 and Stratos Multi transmitters. Supports plausibility checking and documentation for audits.
- MemoSuite Sensor Management Software Sensor management software for calibrating and managing Memosens sensors. Available in Basic (calibration) and Advanced (calibration, diagnostics, and database documentation) versions. Supports 21 CFR Part 11 compliance.
- ELL Packaged Basic Measurement Loop Packaged basic measurement loop providing a complete measurement solution combining sensors, holders, and transmitters as an integrated pre-configured offering.
Quantifiable outcome
- Cut calibration times by up to 80%
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Companies that use M4 Knick
Customer profileNamed customers1 record
Segments8 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
M4 Knick technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
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Feature6 records
M4 Knick partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and peripheral.
- Enpro, Inc.coreManufacturer representative firm covering Midwestern United States including Illinois, Kansas, Nebraska, South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin, Michigan, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and portions of Texas and Tennessee. Contact: Toll Free 800-323-2416, Addison, IL.
- Electric Supply Source (ESS)coreDistributor covering El Paso, TX and western Texas counties, and portions of New Mexico including Luna, Dona Ana, Otero, Lincoln, Chaves, Eddy, and Lea counties. Contact: 915-479-8588.
- LaTech EquipmentcoreManufacturer representative covering Utah and portions of Nevada. Contact: 801-886-1145, Salt Lake City, UT.
- Branom Instrument CompanycoreDistributor covering Washington and Oregon states. Contact: 206-762-6050, Seattle, WA.
- T1 Systems Enterprises, Inc.coreManufacturer representative covering northern California counties. Contact: 661-436-0516, Bakersfield, CA.
- Tech-QuipcoreManufacturer representative covering Louisiana and portions of Mississippi. Contact: 225-927-4284, Baton Rouge, LA.
- Optiam TechnologiescoreManufacturer representative covering Alabama and portions of Mississippi. Contact: 251-656-6108, Daphne, AL.
- PTLF Process / PTLF SouthcoreManufacturer representatives covering Southeast and Mid-Atlantic regions including North Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York, and portions of Ohio and Kentucky. Contact: 804-944-4085 / 804-912-7820, Mount Laurel, NJ.
- ACI ControlscoreManufacturer representative covering New England states (Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island). Contact: 800-333-7519, Cheektowaga, NY.
- Warren-ECMperipheralDistributor covering Puerto Rico. Contact: 787-757-8600, Caguas, Puerto Rico.
- J.A. Diaz y Cia S.A. de CVcoreDistributor covering Mexico from Guadalajara, Jalisco office. Contact: 52-33-3124-4000 / 514-339-5374.
- NovatechcoreDistributor covering Canada from Mississauga, Ontario office. Contact: 800-465-8374 / 514-339-5374.
- Zoho Corporation Pvt. LtdperipheralService provider for newsletter distribution using Zoho Campaigns platform for sending and analyzing newsletter communications to subscribers.
- Google Ireland Ltd.peripheralProvides Google Analytics web analytics service for analyzing website usage and user behavior, with IP anonymization enabled.
Scale indicators2 records
Recent moves5 records
Expansion highlights5 records
M4 Knick competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Xylem (WTW): Water-focused subsidiary of Xylem offering pH, conductivity, and dissolved oxygen sensors and probes for municipal and industrial water monitoring. Competes with M4 Knick in the water and wastewater vertical.
- ABB: Global process automation supplier offering pH/ORP, conductivity, and dissolved oxygen analytical instruments under its ABB Measurement & Analytics line. Targets the same chemical, water, and power segments as M4 Knick.
- Hach (Danaher): Water quality analytics specialist within Danaher, offering pH, conductivity, and dissolved oxygen sensors and analyzers primarily for municipal water, wastewater, and industrial water treatment—overlapping with M4 Knick's water and wastewater segment.
- Yokogawa Electric: Process automation incumbent with a strong analytical sensor portfolio (pH, conductivity, DO) sold primarily into oil & gas, chemical, and power customers—directly overlapping M4 Knick's served verticals.
- Endress+Hauser: Global leader in industrial process measurement and the originator of the Memosens protocol. Sells a full portfolio of pH, ORP, conductivity, and dissolved oxygen sensors, transmitters, and automated systems that directly compete with M4 Knick's offerings.
- Mettler-Toledo: Manufacturer of high-precision process analytical sensors including pH, conductivity, and dissolved oxygen, with strong penetration in pharmaceutical and food & beverage—the same regulated verticals M4 Knick targets.
- Emerson (Rosemount Analytical): Major process automation incumbent with Rosemount Analytical pH, conductivity, and dissolved oxygen sensors used across chemical, power, and water treatment plants. Competes head-to-head with M4 Knick in industrial process analytics.
Direct peers
- Knick (parent brand / Germany): German original manufacturer of the Protos, Stratos, and Memosens product lines that M4 Knick distributes and extends in North America. Effectively the technology origin of M4 Knick's portfolio and a directly comparable direct peer in analytical instrumentation.
- Sensorex: Focused pH, ORP, and conductivity sensor manufacturer serving industrial water treatment, chemical, and food & beverage markets. Similar size and specialization profile to M4 Knick and a direct competitive peer in the mid-market process sensor segment.
- Hamilton Company: Specialty manufacturer of process analytical sensors (pH, dissolved oxygen, conductivity) with a focus on bioprocessing and hygienic applications. Competes directly with M4 Knick's hygienic and pharmaceutical sensor lines.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
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Frequently asked questions about M4 Knick
What does M4 Knick do?
M4 Knick designs and manufactures liquid analytical measurement equipment — pH, ORP, conductivity and dissolved oxygen sensors, multi-parameter transmitters, sensor holders, and automated cleaning/calibration systems — for industrial process measurement applications. The offering is built around the proprietary Memosens digital protocol, which uses a hermetically sealed, galvanically isolated inductive connection to provide reliable signal transmission and predictive maintenance data. Components are sold individually or as integrated measurement loops to manufacturers and municipalities across chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, food and beverage, water and wastewater, power, oil and gas, semiconductor, and metals and mining industries.
Is M4 Knick a public or private company?
M4 Knick is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was M4 Knick founded?
M4 Knick was founded in 2011. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is M4 Knick based?
M4 Knick is headquartered in Milford, United States, in the North America region.
How does M4 Knick make money?
Eight revenue lines are on record. Sensor Sales are the primary driver. The others are transmitter and System Sales, holders and Fittings, automated Systems, sample Conditioning Components, software Solutions, portable Meters and professional Services.
Who are M4 Knick's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Xylem (WTW), ABB, Hach (Danaher), Yokogawa Electric, Endress+Hauser, Mettler-Toledo and Emerson (Rosemount Analytical). Direct peers are Knick (parent brand / Germany), Sensorex and Hamilton Company.
Does M4 Knick have an API?
No public API is recorded for M4 Knick.
What industry is M4 Knick in?
M4 Knick's product category is Industrial Process Analytics / Liquid Analysis Sensors. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAGAFAE, Process Analytical Instrumentation (Gas analyzers, spectroscopy, pH/ORP, conductivity), with a secondary code of IMAHAHAM, Process Automation Instrumentation & Control (DCS, Valves, Actuators, Analyzers). Its NAICS code is 334513 and its SIC code is 3823.