What Clemco Industries does

Clemco Industries Corp. is a privately held, family-controlled manufacturer of air-powered abrasive blasting and surface preparation equipment founded in 1941 and headquartered in Washington, Missouri. The company designs and builds portable and industrial blast machines (pressure vessels from 0.5 to 160 cubic feet), enclosed blast cabinets (dry, wet, suction, pressure, tumble, and light abrasive), large-scale blast rooms, precision abrasive metering valves (including the MQV Pro), wetblast systems, dust collection and media recovery systems, automation and robotic blasting cells, remote controls, and a full line of personal protective equipment including supplied-air respirators and carbon monoxide monitors. Clemco also delivers Engineered-to-Order custom systems for specialized applications such as automated handgun frame preparation, Cerakote finishing, glass bead barrel blasting, and defense integrations. Products are built around proprietary mechanical designs — notably the inverted-dome pressure vessel — and are sold with a Minimum Advertised Price policy through authorized dealers.

The company operates a tri-regional structure: Clemco AMER (United States headquarters serving the Americas and Asia-Pacific), Clemco EMEA (Bingen am Rhein, Germany manufacturing hub plus operations in Hungary, Spain, Estonia, and Denmark), and Clemco APAC (Singapore warehouse and technical service center). Distribution is handled through a global authorized distributor network spanning dozens of countries across six continents. Clemco serves ten industrial verticals — aerospace, automotive, firearms, heavy equipment, infrastructure, manufacturing, medical, oil and gas, power generation, and ship building — with named reference customers including Lockheed Martin, Boeing, Northrop Grumman, BAE Systems, Ford, Tesla, Chevrolet, Sherwin-Williams, and Rheem. Clemco University provides classroom and hands-on training in abrasive blasting and shot peening to customers, distributors, and employees.

Revenue is generated primarily through hardware sales across equipment, parts and accessories, PPE, and custom Engineered-to-Order solutions, with quote-based pricing through distributors and a MAP policy governing authorized dealers. The company employs 251-500 people and remains under the stewardship of the founding Cleary family, with CEO Troy Riley leading Clementina-Clemco Holdings. Recent strategic activity has centered on the Brand 3.0 repositioning initiative, the Hyak Motorsports NASCAR sponsorship, expansion of the Engineered-to-Order and Automation/Robotics product lines, and continued geographic buildout across Europe and Asia-Pacific.

Name

Clemco Industries

Legal name

Clemco Industries Corp.

Website

https://clemcoindustries.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1941

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Clemco Industries is a privately held, family-owned manufacturer of air-powered abrasive blasting equipment and surface preparation systems, serving aerospace, automotive, firearms, oil and gas, shipbuilding, and other industrial customers worldwide through a global distributor network spanning six continents.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Surface Preparation Equipment

NAICS

Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (333310), Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (33341)

SIC

Construction, Mining & Materials Handling Machinery & Equip (3530), Industrial & Commercial Fans & Blowers & Air Purifing Equip (3564)

akta.pro primary industry

Surface Preparation Equipment (Shot Blasting, Scarifiers, Grinders) (IMAHALAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Surface Preparation & Abrasive Blasting (Sand/Grit/Shot/Waterjet) (IMAIAKAC), Surface Treatment & Finishing Equipment (Coating, Plating, Deburring, Shot Blasting) (IMAHADAJ), Dust Collection & Air Filtration Equipment (Industrial) (IMAHALAF)

Keywords

• Abrasive blasting equipment
• Surface preparation equipment
• Industrial blast cabinets
• Shot peening equipment
• Blast room systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Washington

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Equipment Sales: Primary revenue from manufacturing and selling abrasive blast machines, blast cabinets, blast rooms, and related equipment to industrial customers across multiple sectors
2. Parts and Accessories: Replacement parts, spares, valves, nozzles, and accessories for existing equipment through distributor network and direct ordering
3. PPE and Safety Equipment: Personal protective equipment including supplied-air respirators, helmets, climate control systems, and monitoring equipment
4. Engineered-to-Order Solutions: Custom-engineered systems and OEM solutions designed for specific customer applications, often involving automation and robotic integration

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Clemco Industries manufactures air-powered abrasive blast equipment, including blast machines, blast cabinets, blast rooms, and related personal protective equipment (PPE) used in industrial surface preparation applications. The company sells a comprehensive portfolio of proprietary blasting systems, components, and consumables, supported by a global distributor network and regional intercompany operations.

Product overview

Clemco Industries is a manufacturer of abrasive blasting and surface preparation solutions. The portfolio consists of core equipment products including blast machines (portable and bulk), blast cabinets (dry, wet, and tumble varieties), blast rooms, dust collectors, valves, and media recovery systems, complemented by personal protective equipment, automation/robotics solutions, and remote control systems. The company also offers Engineered-to-Order custom solutions for specialized applications such as firearms manufacturing (automated frame preparation, Cerakote prep, glass bead barrel blasting) and defense. Clemco University provides training services. Products are sold through an authorized global distributor network across North America, Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Asia-Pacific regions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Air-powered abrasive blast machines Pressure and suction abrasive blast machines used by industrial operators for surface preparation, coatings removal, and cleaning of metal and other substrates.
• Blast cabinets Enclosed abrasive blast cabinets for contained, controlled blasting of small to medium parts in shop-floor and job-shop environments.
• Blast rooms Walk-in abrasive blast rooms engineered for large or oversized components, used in fabrication, shipbuilding, and heavy industrial surface preparation.
• Operator personal protective equipment (PPE) Blasting-grade PPE including helmets, hoods, gloves, and protective clothing for operators of abrasive blast equipment.
• MQV Pro abrasive metering valve Proprietary abrasive control/metering valve used on Clemco blast machines to regulate media flow, improving productivity, finish consistency, and efficiency.
• Robotic blast automation systems Robotic automation solutions integrated with Clemco blast equipment for automated, repeatable surface preparation in production environments.

Quantifiable outcome

• Consistent surface profiles across large steel structures with precise abrasive flow control using MQV Pro metering valve
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments10 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Hyak MotorsportsminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Clemco is the Official Abrasive Blast Equipment Partner for Hyak Motorsports #47 NASCAR team. Clemco serves as Primary Sponsor for the team at EchoPark Speedway in Atlanta on July 12, 2026. The partnership represents brand visibility in motorsports racing.
• Clemco Global Distributor NetworkcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExpansive international distributor network spanning dozens of countries across six continents. Distributors are carefully selected partners trained and authorized to sell, service, and support Clemco products. They provide localized expertise, technical support, spare parts, and product customization to meet regional standards.
• Clemco UniversitycoreOthersClemco University is a training platform designed for customers, distributors, and employees offering expert-led courses combining classroom instruction with hands-on training on abrasive blasting and shot peening.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• BlastOne: Global manufacturer and distributor of abrasive blast equipment, blast rooms, and dust collection with a similar end-market focus across industrial coatings, marine, and infrastructure — directly comparable product portfolio to Clemco's blast machines, cabinets, and PPE.
• Marco Group: Manufacturer of abrasive blast equipment, blast cabinets, and safety products for industrial and coatings contractors — directly comparable product range and go-to-market through industrial distributors.
• Trinco / Trinity Tool Company: US-based manufacturer of blast cabinets, tumbling equipment, and abrasive blast systems for industrial and small-shop users; overlapping with Clemco's cabinet product line and shared end-customers in metal finishing and manufacturing.
• Pauli Systems: Manufacturer of automated robotic blast systems and abrasive blast equipment serving aerospace, automotive, and energy — directly comparable in Clemco's Engineered-to-Order and robotic blast cabinet offerings.

Broad incumbents

• Wheelabrator Group (a Curtiss-Wright Surface Technologies business): Large industrial incumbent in shot peening and surface preparation equipment serving aerospace, automotive, and energy; competes with Clemco in engineered blast rooms and shot peening systems, though it is part of a much larger diversified portfolio.
• Graco Inc. Large diversified manufacturer of fluid handling and spray equipment, including industrial spray, protective coatings, and abrasive blast accessories — competes with Clemco in coating-related surface prep and through shared industrial distributor channels.

Emerging players

• Emergent Safety Supply: Distributor and equipment provider of industrial blasting, PPE, and surface preparation products — partial overlap with Clemco's distributor-driven go-to-market and spares/accessories catalog.
• Midwest Finishing Systems: Systems integrator of blast rooms, paint booths, dust collection, and material handling for industrial finishers — competes in Clemco's blast room and integrated system segment for mid-market industrial customers.
• Cubic Boron Nitride and Laser Cleaning (e.g., 4Jet, Clean Laser): Emerging laser-based surface preparation and cleaning technology providers (e.g., 4Jet, Clean-Lasertechnik) that represent a potential substitute technology to traditional abrasive blasting in select precision applications.

Regional players

• ABSS (Abrasive Blasting Service & Supplies): Regional abrasive blasting equipment, supplies, and service provider concentrated in the Gulf Coast and U.S. industrial corridor; competes with Clemco in industrial-scale surface prep and blast room installations.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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