The Paquin Company

What The Paquin Company does

The Paquin Company is a privately held US industrial-sensor manufacturer and specialty distributor headquartered in Mentor, Ohio, founded in 1949 and operating through four divisions: Paquin Sensors (pressure, temperature, flow, level, optical/laser, gas detection, humidity, proximity, pumps, valves, electrical connectivity, and diaphragm seals), Global Intex (ruggedized cable assemblies, electrical connectors, and subsea wet-mate/dry-mate connector families for fresh- and saltwater applications), Excel Manufacturing (high-precision valves and actuators with optional explosion-proof certifications), and Paquin Engineered Products (distribution of hydraulics, pneumatics, accumulators, and pressure vessels sourced from long-term partners such as Accumulators, Inc.). The business serves fourteen-plus vertical end-markets — with Gas & Oil and Underground Mining flagged as primary — including subsea/marine, hydrogen, food/beverage/pharmaceutical, breweries/wineries, water/wastewater, HVAC/refrigeration, hydraulics, agricultural equipment, automation controls, ex-proof/intrinsically safe, and test & measurement, with products carrying extensive global certifications (ISO 9001, ATEX, IECEx, UL, CSA, CE, UKCA, NSF, ANSI, 3A, SIL 2, NFPA).

The product portfolio is anchored by electromechanical sensing and connectivity technology rather than software or AI. Recent in-house launches include the P170 Oil Quality Sensor (dielectric-constant-based continuous oil-condition monitoring with IP68 protection), the P77 High Turndown Turbine Flow Meter (0.01–449 GPM, 5800 psi, 316 stainless steel), and the P409 Adjustable Mechanical Pressure Switch (435–2,900 psi, SPDT, IP67). Proprietary technology highlights include Pressure-Balanced Oil-Filled (PBOF) sealing in subsea connectors for reliable wet-mating at depth and dielectric-constant measurement for real-time contamination detection in oils.

Name

The Paquin Company

Legal name

The Paquin Company

Website

https://paquin.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1949

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Paquin Company, founded 1949 in Mentor, Ohio, is a privately held industrial-sensor manufacturer and specialty distributor serving gas & oil, underground mining, subsea, hydrogen, food/beverage/pharma, and other industrial verticals through four divisions (Paquin Sensors, Global Intex, Excel Manufacturing, Paquin Engineered Products).

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Sensors & Instrumentation

NAICS

Fluid Power Valve and Hose Fitting Manufacturing (332912), Fluid Power Cylinder and Actuator Manufacturing (333995), Measuring, Dispensing, and Other Pumping Equipment Manufacturing (333914)

SIC

Wholesale-Industrial Machinery & Equipment (5084), Misc Industrial & Commercial Machinery & Equipment (3590), Pumps & Pumping Equipment (3561), Oil & Gas Field Machinery & Equipment (3533)

akta.pro primary industry

Sensors & Feedback Devices (Pressure, Flow, Position, Encoders, Transducers) (IMAHAGAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Hydraulic Components (Pumps, Motors, Cylinders) (IMAHAGAA), Pneumatic Components (FRLs, Cylinders, Valves) (IMAHAGAC), Hoses, Tubing & Fittings (Hydraulic/Pneumatic Lines & Connectors) (IMAHAGAH)

Keywords

• Industrial sensors
• Ruggedized connectivity
• Pneumatics and hydraulics
• Subsea connectors
• Explosion proof instrumentation

Headquarters

HQ city

Mentor

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

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. Industrial Sensor Products: Sale of high-quality sensors including pressure, temperature, flow, level, optical/laser, gas detection, humidity, proximity sensors. Products are sold both as standard catalog items and custom-engineered solutions.
2. Ruggedized Connectivity Solutions: Sale of cable assemblies, harnesses, and electrical connectors through Global Intex division. Includes subsea connectors, explosion-proof connectors, and industrial power connectors for hazardous environments.
3. Pneumatics and Hydraulics: Excel Manufacturing division provides high-precision valves, actuators, and related flow control components. Also distributes accumulators and pressure vessels through Paquin Engineered Products.
4. Custom Engineering Services: Custom sensor and connectivity solutions designed to customer specifications, from one-off prototypes to volume production.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

The Paquin Company is a hybrid manufacturer and distributor of industrial sensor-based instrumentation, ruggedized electrical connectivity, and pneumatic/hydraulic flow control components. Its portfolio spans pressure, temperature, flow, level, optical/laser, gas detection, humidity, and proximity sensors, plus subsea wet-mate/dry-mate connectors, explosion-proof valves and actuators, and distributed accumulators. The company sells both standard catalog products and custom-engineered solutions designed for harsh and hazardous-location environments.

Product overview

The Paquin Company is a solutions-oriented manufacturing/distribution hybrid offering custom-built sensor and instrumentation solutions through four operating divisions: Paquin Sensors (sensor-based products including pressure, temperature, flow, level, optical/laser, gas detection, humidity, proximity, pumps, valves, and diaphragm seals), Global Intex (ruggedized connectivity solutions including subsea connectors and cable assemblies for wet-mate and dry-mate applications), Excel Manufacturing (high-precision valves, actuators, and process flow components with explosion proof certifications), and Paquin Engineered Products (distribution of partner-manufactured hydraulics and pneumatics components). The portfolio serves diverse industries including agricultural equipment, breweries/wineries, food/beverage/pharmaceutical, heavy-duty process, HVAC/refrigeration, hydraulics, hydrogen, gas & oil, manufacturing, mining, water/wastewater, and factory floor safety. Notable named products include the P170 Oil Quality Sensor for continuous oil condition monitoring, P409 Adjustable Pressure Switch for industrial systems, and P77 High Turndown Turbine Flow Meter, alongside distributed products from Accumulators, Inc. The company operates an extensive catalog approach with both standard products and custom engineering capabilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Paquin Sensors Division Primary operating division supplying pressure, temperature, flow, level, optical/laser, gas detection, humidity, proximity sensors plus pumps, valves, electrical connectivity, diaphragm seals, accumulators, and contamination-detection sensors to industrial customers.
• Global Intex Division Division providing ruggedized electrical connectivity solutions including subsea wet-mate and dry-mate connectors, cable assemblies, and harnesses for marine, subsea, and industrial applications.
• Excel Manufacturing Division Division providing high-precision valves, actuators, and process flow components with optional globally approved explosion-proof certifications, serving underground mining, gas & oil, and subsea applications.
• Paquin Engineered Products Division Division providing technical support, competitive pricing, and immediate delivery of partner-manufactured hydraulics, pneumatics, accumulators, and pressure vessels.
• P170 Oil Quality Sensor Continuous oil condition monitoring sensor measuring dielectric constant to detect water ingress, fuel dilution, acid formation, carbon contamination, particle loading, and abrasion wear debris in mineral and synthetic oils. 0-10 VDC analog output, IP68 protection, G 3/4 inch process connection.
• P409 Adjustable Mechanical Pressure Switch Rugged configurable plunger-type mechanical pressure switch with adjustable setpoints across 435-2,900 psi, SPDT switching rated at 10^6 mechanical / 10^5 electrical cycles, and multiple process and electrical termination options with IP00-IP67 protection.
• P77 High Turndown Turbine Flow Meter Compact 316 stainless steel turbine flow meter with 0.01-449 GPM range, 5800 psi rating, IP67 protection, 0.5% accuracy, configurable outputs (4-20 mA, PWM, linearized pulse), and configurable sensing methods (magnetic, RF, Hall Effect).
• Subsea Connectors and Cable Assemblies Complete portfolio of subsea wet-mate and dry-mate connectors including circular, micro circular, tiny, low profile, Ethernet, diver-operated, metal shell, power battery, high power, rubber molded, penetrators, and coax 50-ohm connector families for marine and underwater applications.

Segments13 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Accumulators, Inc.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAccumulators, Inc. is a supplier partner for Paquin Engineered Products division. Paquin distributes Accumulators, Inc. accumulators, pressure vessels, mounting accessories, and charging accessories through their catalog and e-commerce platform. Products include bladder accumulators ranging from 1 quart to 15 gallons, diaphragm accumulators, and replacement kits.
• Galltec + melacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGalltec + mela is an internationally recognized German manufacturer of humidity, temperature and metrology sensors. Paquin is proud to partner with them as their US distributor. All design, development and production takes place in-house at Galltec + mela, providing reliable and accurate products for industrial and commercial applications including standard and Ex configurations. Products range from lightweight to heavy-duty for one piece to high-volume OEM requirements.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• WIKA USA: Global leader in pressure, temperature, level, flow, and force measurement. A much broader incumbent than Paquin but overlaps on the same sensor catalog (pressure transmitters, RTDs, thermowells) serving the same industrial verticals.
• TE Connectivity (Subsea): Major supplier of subsea wet-mate and dry-mate connectors and cable assemblies for oil & gas, oceanographic, and ROV applications. Direct overlap with Global Intex's subsea connector portfolio.
• Phoenix Contact USA: Large industrial connectivity and automation supplier; overlaps with Paquin's Global Intex ruggedized connector and cabling portfolio and with HART/IO-Link/Modbus communication solutions.

Direct peers

• Ashcroft Inc. Manufacturer of pressure and temperature instruments, switches, and gauges for industrial process and hazardous-location applications. Closely comparable to Paquin's pressure and temperature sensor lines across similar end markets (oil & gas, HVAC, hydraulics, water/wastewater).
• IFM Efector: Manufacturer of industrial sensors (pressure, flow, level, temperature, proximity) and IO-Link connectivity for factory automation, hydraulics, and process industries. Comparable product catalog and verticals to Paquin's sensor divisions.
• NOSHOK: U.S. manufacturer of pressure, temperature, and level measurement instruments plus valves for industrial applications. Directly comparable niche/size profile to Paquin Sensors, including hazardous-location and process customers.
• Balluff Inc. Global manufacturer of sensor and connectivity solutions (pressure, position, level, fluid) plus industrial networking. Comparable catalog breadth and customer base to Paquin Sensors plus Global Intex connectivity.
• Turck Inc. Manufacturer of industrial sensors (pressure, temperature, level, proximity) and ruggedized connectivity for factory automation, mobile equipment, and hazardous locations. Strong overlap with Paquin Sensors and Global Intex divisions.
• Hydraforce Inc. Manufacturer of hydraulic valves, manifolds, and electronic controls for mobile and industrial hydraulic equipment. Directly comparable to the Excel Manufacturing and Paquin Engineered Products fluid-power offerings.
• Barksdale Control Products: Manufacturer of pressure switches, transducers, and temperature switches for industrial hydraulic, OEM, and process applications. Highly comparable to Paquin's P409 mechanical pressure switch line and Excel Manufacturing valves.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance12 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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