Ovolifts
Ovolifts supplies proprietary hydraulic pipe rack jacks (Uni-Jack, Multi-Jack, Mega-Jack) and engineering services that let petrochemical, refining, and midstream operators inspect and remediate pipe touchpoints without shutting plants down. The company serves global oil & gas and petrochemical majors on a rental-only basis.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2000
- HeadquartersHouston, United States
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Ovolifts does
Ovolifts, LLC is a privately held, Houston-based industrial equipment and engineering services company (also with original operations in South Africa) that supplies proprietary hydraulic pipe rack jacks — the Mega-Jack, Multi-Jack, and Uni-Jack — for the on-stream lifting of petrochemical and pipeline piping at pipe support touchpoints. The equipment is designed to address Corrosion Under Pipe Supports (CUPS), also known as Touchpoint Corrosion, by enabling inspection and remediation of pipe touchpoints while the lines remain in service, thereby deferring or eliminating costly plant shutdowns. The jacks feature remote hydraulic actuation, a mechanical lockout that converts suspended loads into static structures, spark-proof construction for hazardous environments, synchronized multi-point lifting via a shared hydraulic manifold, and a real-time pressure gauge for load monitoring. The product line covers pipe sizes from 2" to 60" with lift capacities ranging from 1,650 lbs (Uni-Jack) to 44,000 lbs per touchpoint (Mega-Jack).
Ovolifts monetizes exclusively through a rental-only model — the company retains ownership of all jacks to protect its patent investment and maintain operational oversight — supplemented by engineering services (pipe stress analysis under ASME B31.1/3/4/8 using Triflex/CAESAR II, lift planning, method statements, bespoke tool design) and training and project management services. Go-to-market is enterprise field sales consultation-driven, with custom solutions engineered per project, delivered directly in the US and South Africa and through a global partner network of eight firms (TEAM Industrial Services, DLPS, GNDT, PipeServ, Advantage Marine, Uptec Solutions, Technom, T Triangle). The customer base is entirely enterprise oil & gas, petrochemical, refining, and midstream operators, with named relationships including ExxonMobil, Shell, BP, Dow, Chevron Phillips Chemical, Saudi Aramco, Qatar Energy, Buckeye Partners, Kinder Morgan, Energy Transfer, Magellan, Transpetro, Braskem, Motiva, Sasol, and Brunei Shell Petroleum. The firm is founder-controlled, operates with 11–50 employees, has no disclosed outside funding or M&A, and is understood to be the only specialized supplier of its kind for on-stream pipe rack lifting of this scale.
Ovolifts firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Ovolifts
- Legal name
- Ovolifts, LLC
- Website
- https://ovolifts.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2000
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Ovolifts supplies proprietary hydraulic pipe rack jacks (Uni-Jack, Multi-Jack, Mega-Jack) and engineering services that let petrochemical, refining, and midstream operators inspect and remediate pipe touchpoints without shutting plants down. The company serves global oil & gas and petrochemical majors on a rental-only basis.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Ovolifts industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Industrial Pipe Lifting Equipment
- NAICS
- Overhead Traveling Crane, Hoist, and Monorail System Manufacturing (333923), Fluid Power Pump and Motor Manufacturing (333996)
- SIC
- Construction, Mining & Materials Handling Machinery & Equip (3530)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Specialized Lifting Systems (Hydraulic Gantries, Strand Jacks, Jacking Systems) (IMAHAJAO)
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Where Ovolifts is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Houston
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices2 records
Markets served
Ovolifts business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Equipment Rental: Ovolifts rents its proprietary pipe rack jacks (Mega-Jack, Multi-Jack, Uni-Jack) to contractors and plant operators. Rental model protects patent investment, prevents equipment misuse, enables operational oversight on all projects, and provides on-demand availability for short-term needs. Ovolifts retains ownership and responsibility for equipment maintenance and storage.
- Engineering Services: Comprehensive engineering support including pipe stress analyses, lift planning, load analysis, method statements, and bespoke lifting tool design. Engineering services follow established codes (ASME B31.1, B31.3, B31.4, B31.8) and are tailored to each project's unique requirements.
- Training Services: On-site, remote, and video-based training programs that equip technician crews with skills to safely handle and operate Ovolifts equipment. Training covers lift plan interpretation, lifting sequences, hydraulic system operation, and hazard identification.
- Project Management: Consultative project support including site visits for lifting strategy development, on-site and remote consultation, risk review participation, scheduling, and best practices guidance to improve safety and productivity.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Usage-based | Pay-as-you-go | Rental-only model with project-specific pricing |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels8 records
Ovolifts product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Ovolifts supplies proprietary hydraulic pipe rack jacks (Mega-Jack, Multi-Jack, Uni-Jack) on a rental basis for on-stream pipe lifting to enable inspection and remediation of Corrosion Under Pipe Supports (CUPS) at petrochemical and pipeline facilities without plant shutdowns. The jacks are paired with engineering services — pipe stress analysis, lift planning, training, and bespoke custom lifting tool design — delivered directly to plant operators and their maintenance contractors.
Product overview
Ovolifts provides a portfolio of proprietary pipe rack jacks (Mega-Jack, Multi-Jack, Uni-Jack) engineered for on-stream line lifting to address Corrosion Under Pipe Supports (CUPS). The three jack models form a tiered lifting solution: the Mega-Jack handles heavy loads up to 44,000 lbs per touchpoint for large industrial pipes, the Multi-Jack provides medium-lift capability at 22,000 lbs per touchpoint for versatile multi-pipe lifting, and the Uni-Jack offers lightweight portable lifting for individual pipes up to 8 inches. These mechanical systems are complemented by engineering services including pipe stress analysis, lift planning, training, and bespoke custom lifting tool engineering. All equipment is available exclusively for rental rather than purchase, with full engineering and operational support.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Mega-Jack Heavy-lift pipe rack jack capable of lifting 44,000 lbs (20 tons) per touchpoint using two jacks. Designed for large single or multiple industrial pipes from ground-level supports or pipe racks, with optional remote hydraulic lifting or manual ratchet operation.
- Multi-Jack Medium-lift pipe rack jack with 22,000 lbs (10 tons) lifting capacity per touchpoint from a single support beam. Purpose-built for lifting single or multiple pipes across a rack with remote hydraulic activation and lighter weight than the Mega-Jack.
- Uni-Jack Lightweight portable pipe rack jack for individual lines up to 8 inches in diameter. Available in 4-inch, 6-inch, and 8-inch models with manual ratchet spanner operation and mechanical lockout, designed for quick installation with minimal clearance requirements.
- Pipe Stress Analysis Engineering service that evaluates forces, loads, and deformations in piping systems during lifting operations, ensuring pipes safely handle stresses within ASME B31.3, B31.4, and B31.8 code limits. Uses software tools like Triflex and CAESAR II for modeling.
- Lift Planning Engineering documentation service that defines jack configurations, load calculations, bending moment analysis, and execution methodology for safe pipe lifting operations, including site assessment, equipment selection, and method statements.
- Training Services On-site, remote, and video-based training that equips technicians with skills to gather site information, execute lift plans, operate jacks and hydraulic systems, identify hazards, and perform pipe stress curve management.
- Bespoke Lift Tools Custom engineering lifting solutions for unique or complex lifting scenarios where standard proprietary tools cannot be deployed, including lifting frames for diagonal supports, custom saddles for insulated lines, and adapters for non-standard geometries.
- Project Management and Site Consultation Consultative project support including site visits for lifting strategy development, on-site and remote consultation, risk review participation, scheduling, and best practices guidance to improve safety and productivity.
Quantifiable outcome
- 568 touchpoints repaired in 7 weeks using 5 technicians and 12 Multi Jacks at Delaware marine terminal
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Companies that use Ovolifts
Customer profileNamed customers20 records
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Ovolifts technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
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AI maturity
App detail
Feature8 records
Ovolifts partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- Advantage Marine ServicescoreSoutheast Asian partner providing engineered touchpoint access solutions in Malaysia and Singapore markets. Collaborated on 36" flare line projects involving inspection and remediation of corrosion damage at touchpoints while lines were in-service.
- TEAM Industrial ServicescoreGlobal partner providing industrial services with coverage in USA and internationally. Delivers Ovolifts equipment and engineering services as part of comprehensive asset integrity solutions for petrochemical and refining customers.
- Uptec SolutionscoreBrazilian partner providing Ovolifts engineered lifting solutions to South American markets including petrochemical facilities and refineries in the region.
- DLPS (Diversified Lines Petroleum Services)coreSaudi Arabian partner (based in Saudi Arabia) delivering Ovolifts solutions for Saudi Aramco and other KSA facility projects. Successfully completed NGL line saddle replacement project at Saudi Aramco YNGLFD facility in Yanbu, replacing 80 support saddles across four NGL lines.
- GNDTcorePartner providing engineered touchpoint access services in United Arab Emirates and Qatar markets for GCC region petrochemical and energy sector customers.
- TechnomminorBenelux region partner providing Ovolifts solutions in Belgium, Netherlands, and Luxembourg markets.
- PipeServcoreAustralian partner delivering Ovolifts engineered lifting solutions and equipment rental to Australian petrochemical and energy facilities.
- T TriangleminorNigerian partner providing engineered touchpoint access solutions in Nigeria's oil and gas sector.
Scale indicators5 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Ovolifts competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Enerpac Tool Group: Global manufacturer of high-force hydraulic tools, jacks, and lifting systems for industrial maintenance. Directly comparable to Ovolifts' hydraulic jacking products and engineering services, with overlap in refinery, pipeline, and heavy industrial applications.
- TEAM Industrial Services: Global provider of specialty industrial services including on-stream mechanical services, pipe maintenance, and integrity solutions. Already a global channel partner of Ovolifts, overlapping directly in touchpoint remediation and mechanical service delivery.
- Simplex: Manufactures hydraulic jacks, cylinders, and lifting systems for industrial and construction applications. Comparable product line to Ovolifts' jacks, although with less specialization in pipeline touchpoint lifting.
- Holmatro: Designs and manufactures high-pressure hydraulic tools, jacks, and rescue/industrial lifting equipment. Comparable technology base to Ovolifts and serves industrial, energy, and rescue customers.
- Hydra-Slide Heavy Industries: Specializes in hydraulic gantry, strand jack, and skidding systems for heavy lift and plant maintenance. Closely comparable to Ovolifts' hydraulic jacking systems and serves similar industrial and energy customers performing on-stream maintenance.
Regional players
- Applus+ (Applus Services): Global testing, inspection, and certification company with strong European and Latin American presence in energy and industrial asset integrity. Comparable to Ovolifts in addressing pipeline and refinery integrity needs, primarily outside North America.
Broad incumbents
- Konecranes: Global leader in overhead cranes, hoists, and material handling solutions for industrial facilities. Broad incumbent offering lifting equipment to refineries, ports, and process plants, overlapping with Ovolifts' on-stream lifting use case as part of a much wider portfolio.
- Ingersoll Rand: Diversified industrial company providing fluid handling, compression, and lifting tools across process industries. Touches the same end customers as Ovolifts and provides complementary hydraulic and pneumatic tools, although lifting is not its core focus.
- Mistras Group: Provider of asset integrity, inspection, and mechanical services to the oil & gas, power, and process industries. Comparable service model in on-stream inspection and remediation and serves many of the same petrochemical and midstream customers.
- Columbus McKinnon: Manufacturer of hoists, cranes, and material handling products sold through industrial channels globally. Competes indirectly through lifting and rigging product lines used in industrial maintenance settings.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
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Ovolifts leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles2 records
Ovolifts funding detail
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Funding rounds
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Frequently asked questions about Ovolifts
What does Ovolifts do?
Ovolifts supplies proprietary hydraulic pipe rack jacks (Mega-Jack, Multi-Jack, Uni-Jack) on a rental basis for on-stream pipe lifting to enable inspection and remediation of Corrosion Under Pipe Supports (CUPS) at petrochemical and pipeline facilities without plant shutdowns. The jacks are paired with engineering services — pipe stress analysis, lift planning, training, and bespoke custom lifting tool design — delivered directly to plant operators and their maintenance contractors.
Is Ovolifts a public or private company?
Ovolifts is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was Ovolifts founded?
Ovolifts was founded in 2000. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Ovolifts based?
Ovolifts is headquartered in Houston, United States, in the North America region.
How does Ovolifts make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Equipment Rental is the primary driver. The others are engineering Services, training Services and project Management.
Who are Ovolifts's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Enerpac Tool Group, TEAM Industrial Services, Simplex, Holmatro and Hydra-Slide Heavy Industries. Applus+ (Applus Services) is listed as a regional player. Broad incumbents are Konecranes, Ingersoll Rand, Mistras Group and Columbus McKinnon.
Does Ovolifts have an API?
No public API is recorded for Ovolifts.
What industry is Ovolifts in?
Ovolifts's product category is Industrial Pipe Lifting Equipment. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAHAJAO, Specialized Lifting Systems (Hydraulic Gantries, Strand Jacks, Jacking Systems). Its NAICS code is 333923 and its SIC code is 3530.