OPW Clean Energy Solutions

What OPW Clean Energy Solutions does

OPW Clean Energy Solutions (OPW CES) is a business unit of OPW, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Dover Corporation (NYSE: DOV), that designs, manufactures, and services cryogenic fluid-handling equipment for the clean energy, industrial gas, aerospace, healthcare, and electronics sectors. Its core technology centers on vacuum-insulated piping (VJP), precision vacuum jacketed and non-jacketed valves (including the proprietary Kold-Seal stem seal SK Advantage Series), bellows-sealed valves, pressure regulators, relief valves, LNG fueling nozzles (CryoMac 4), vaporizers, and gas handling manifolds — covering the full cryogenic flow path from storage through distribution to end-use for liquefied gases including hydrogen, LNG, helium, nitrogen, oxygen, argon, and CO2 at temperatures down to -460°F and pressures to 10,000 PSIG. The portfolio is delivered through five integrated brands (ACME Cryogenics, RegO Products, CPC-Cryolab, Demaco Holland, SPS Cryogenics) plus sub-brands CEXI (vaporizers) and Superior Products (gas fittings), with manufacturing in the US (Allentown, Jasper, Lonsdale, Oxnard, North Carolina), the Netherlands (Noord-Scharwoude), and additional operations in Europe, Latin America, and China, supported by ASME, NFPA, CGA, and ISO certifications.

OPW CES generates revenue primarily through B2B hardware sales via a quote-based pricing model (no public list pricing), distributed through a global network of certified third-party distributors across North America, EMEA, Latin/South America, and APAC, complemented by a dedicated enterprise technical sales force and a self-service B2B e-commerce portal for registered accounts. Services revenue is generated through tank repair, fabrication, recertification, and field installation performed by certified welders and field service technicians. The customer base is enterprise-grade and mission-critical — industrial gas producers, space launch operators, medical gas facilities, food processors, semiconductor manufacturers, and hydrogen/LNG infrastructure developers — with installed base stickiness reinforced by 10-year product warranties, decades-long brand reputation (RegO since 1918, ACME since 1969), and the high qualification cost of safety-certified cryogenic equipment.

The company was built through serial acquisitions: ACME Cryogenics (founded 1969, acquired by Dover 2021), RegO Products / Engineered Controls International (acquired 2018), CPC-Cryolab, Demaco Holland B.V. (acquired July 2024), and SPS Cryogenics / Special Gas Systems (acquired August 2024). OPW CES does not publicly disclose standalone revenue, being reported within Dover Corporation's consolidated Clean Energy & Fueling segment, and operates approximately 2,000+ employees globally with no independent funding or ownership structure.

Name

OPW Clean Energy Solutions

Legal name

OPW, A Dover Company

Website

https://opwces.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1969

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

5,001–10,000 employees

Short description

OPW Clean Energy Solutions is a Dover Corporation business unit that designs, manufactures, and services cryogenic flow control equipment — vacuum-insulated piping, valves, regulators, vaporizers, and LNG/hydrogen fueling hardware — for industrial gas, hydrogen, LNG, aerospace, healthcare, and electronics customers globally through five integrated brands.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cryogenic fluid handling equipment

NAICS

Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (333415), Warm Air Heating and Air-Conditioning Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers (42373)

SIC

Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial Gas & Air Separation Equipment (ASU, PSA, Cryogenic Systems) (IMAHAEAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

Cryogenic Liquids & Distribution (IMAEACAK)

Keywords

• Cryogenic flow control
• Vacuum jacketed piping
• LNG fueling equipment
• Hydrogen cryogenic systems
• Industrial gas regulators

Headquarters

HQ city

Elon

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Cryogenic Equipment Sales: OPW Clean Energy Solutions generates revenue through the sale of cryogenic equipment including vacuum jacketed piping, valves, pressure regulators, vaporizers, and fueling equipment to industrial customers. Products are sold directly through B2B ordering systems and through global distributor network.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

OPW Clean Energy Solutions designs, manufactures, and services cryogenic fluid-handling equipment (vacuum jacketed piping, valves, pressure regulators, vaporizers, LNG fueling nozzles, manifolds, and tank/fabrication services) for the clean-energy transition across hydrogen, LNG, helium, industrial gas, aerospace, healthcare, food/beverage, and semiconductor industries. Products span five acquired brands (ACME Cryogenics, RegO Products, CPC-Cryolab, Demaco Holland, SPS Cryogenics) and two sub-brands (CEXI, Superior Products), sold through technical field sales, a B2B e-commerce portal, and a worldwide distributor network.

Product overview

OPW Clean Energy Solutions is a business unit of OPW (a Dover Company) that provides a comprehensive portfolio of clean energy flow control solutions through multiple specialized brands. The offering comprises five acquired brands: ACME Cryogenics (vacuum jacketed piping and cryogenic valves), RegO Products (pressure controls, regulators, and relief valves), CPC-Cryolab (cryogenic components for hydrogen and helium), Demaco Holland (cryogenic flow control components including valves, separators, and level sensors), and SPS Cryogenics (vacuum-insulated pipeline systems). Sub-brands include CEXI (vaporizers) and Superior Products (compressed gas fittings). Core products span vacuum jacketed piping, valves (jacketed and non-jacketed), pressure regulators, relief valves, industrial manifolds, vaporizers, fueling equipment (CryoMac nozzles), and gas handling systems. Services include tank repair/fabrication and field installation. The portfolio serves hydrogen, LNG, helium, industrial gas, and cryogenics industries for applications including aerospace, medical, food/beverage, electronics, and vehicle fueling.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ACME Cryogenics: Leading provider of mission-critical cryogenic solutions, specializing in design, engineering, manufacturing, and servicing of equipment for storage, transport, and application of industrial gases including hydrogen, LNG, helium, and specialty gases.
• RegO Products
• CPC-Cryolab
• Demaco Holland
• SPS Cryogenics
• Cryogenic Experts (CEXI)
• Superior Products

Products and services

• Vacuum Jacketed Pipe (VJP) Dual stainless-steel pipe with vacuum-sealed insulation layer for safe, efficient, and cost-effective transfer of cryogenic liquids including liquid nitrogen, oxygen, argon, helium, natural gas, carbon dioxide, hydrogen, and LNG. Sold to industrial gas, hydrogen, LNG, aerospace, and clean energy customers.
• Vacuum Jacketed Valves Precision-engineered cryogenic valves with vacuum insulation to minimize heat leak, available in bellows and non-bellows designs for hydrogen, LNG, and industrial gas service across aerospace, medical, and energy applications.
• Relief Valves & Accessories Safety relief valves for vapor line applications and cryogenic liquid containers, compatible with oxygen, nitrogen, argon, helium, LNG, and CO2. Includes NG900 Series designed for LNG fuel tank applications and meets ASME relief valve requirements for piping systems, liquid cylinders, and mini-bulk cryogenic containers.
• SK Advantage Series Globe Valves Industry-leading cryogenic stainless steel globe valves for cryogenic liquids through trailer, bulk vessels, and piping configurations. Uses proprietary Kold-Seal stem seal technology with conical seat design for exceptional flow and positive shutoff; available in SKS9400, SKM9400, SKL9400, SKA9400 series with butt weld, socket weld, and threaded connections.
• CBE504 Series Combination Pressure-Build Economizer Regulator 1/2 inch cryogenic combination pressure-building economizer regulator for liquid bulk tanks, bulk tanks, microbulk tanks, and air separation units; brass construction rated for -320°F to +165°F operation with factory delivery pressure of 200 PSIG (13.8 BARG).
• CryoMac 4 LNG Fueling Nozzle High-technology LNG fueling nozzle with unique safety stop mechanism preventing premature reset during nozzle removal; rated for 50 GPM LNG flow at 250 PSIG with ball bearing design and non-metallic bearings to prevent freezing; third-party KIWA tested per ISO 12617.
• Standard Gap Vaporizer (Aluminum Lined) Ambient vaporizer with aluminum or stainless-steel fluid passages; design pressure up to 10,000 PSIG with capacities to 50,000 SCFH in single assemblies; removable legs and MPT in/out connections; working temperature range -425°F to +100°F.
• Industrial Discharge Manifold Gas handling and liquid transfer manifold system for welding and industrial manufacturing applications; supports high pressure storage (industrial gas, hydrogen) with inlet pressures up to 3,000 PSIG; available in simplex and duomatic configurations.
• Tank Service, Repair & Fabrication Repair, fabrication, and refurbishment of ASME code vessels and liquid hydrogen bulk storage tanks, provided from Allentown, PA with over 30 years of industry experience. Services include custom fabrication, LN2 top-offs, safety recertifications, and tare weight measurements.
• Field Services & Installation Certified field services team providing on-site installation, maintenance, upgrades, and repair for cryogenic systems; welders and brazers certified to B31.3 process piping code with compliance to NFPA, CGA, and OSHA standards; emergency and scheduled services available nationwide.

Quantifiable outcome

• Tens of thousands of valves and equipment in active hydrogen service globally
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Demaco Holland B.V.coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 July 2024Acquisition completed July 18, 2024 - Demaco is a European leader in cryogenic components and systems, providing vacuum-insulated solutions. This acquisition enhances Dover's capabilities and product offerings in the cryogenic gas industry, particularly in hydrogen and industrial gases used in clean energy and scientific markets.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Air Products and Chemicals: Air Products is a global industrial gas major and a leading hydrogen player building major clean hydrogen projects worldwide. It operates its own Taylor-Wharton cryogenic tank business and is one of OPW CES's largest customer profiles across hydrogen and industrial gas applications.
• Linde plc: Linde is one of the world's largest industrial gas companies and a major customer for cryogenic flow control equipment. While primarily an end-user/producer of industrial gases, Linde also invests in hydrogen production infrastructure where OPW CES-style equipment is deployed, making it both a customer and adjacent player.

Direct peers

• Cryostar (Air Liquide subsidiary): Cryostar, an Air Liquide subsidiary, designs and manufactures cryogenic pumps, vaporizers, turboexpanders, and LNG equipment. It is a direct peer to OPW CES in cryogenic flow control hardware, with overlapping products in LNG fueling and industrial gas applications.
• Chart Industries: Chart Industries is a leading global manufacturer of cryogenic equipment, including vacuum-jacketed piping, valves, and LNG/hydrogen infrastructure components. It is the most direct competitor to OPW Clean Energy Solutions, serving overlapping customers in industrial gas, LNG, and hydrogen with a comparable product portfolio.
• INOX India Limited: INOX India is a leading Indian manufacturer of cryogenic storage tanks, vaporizers, and valves for industrial gas and LNG applications. Comparable to OPW CES in product breadth, target end markets (industrial gas, LNG), and engineering-heavy cryogenic equipment manufacturing.
• FIBA Technologies: FIBA Technologies manufactures pressure vessels and bulk gas transport/trailer equipment for industrial gases and hydrogen. Overlaps with OPW CES in cryogenic storage, valves, and gas handling systems serving industrial gas majors.
• Worthington Industries: Worthington Industries operates a Pressure Cylinders segment that manufactures cryogenic tanks and pressure vessels for industrial gas and hydrogen customers. While broader in scope, its cryogenic storage portfolio competes with OPW CES's tank and gas handling products.

Emerging players

• Flowserve Corporation: Flowserve is a major manufacturer of industrial valves, pumps, and seals used in cryogenic and process applications. While broader in scope than OPW CES, it competes in cryogenic valve product lines (including hydrogen service) targeting similar industrial gas and energy customers.
• MAN Energy Solutions (cryogenic compressors): MAN Energy Solutions supplies cryogenic compressors and turboexpanders used in hydrogen and LNG liquefaction. While more focused on large-scale process equipment, it shares OPW CES's hydrogen/LNG infrastructure thesis and serves overlapping end customers.

Others

• Emerson Electric (Valves & Controls): Emerson's automation and process control portfolio includes valves and regulators relevant to cryogenic service. As an indirect peer, Emerson competes in adjacent valve and flow control categories but lacks OPW CES's focused cryogenic equipment specialization.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A2 records

Investments

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