Covalen

What Covalen does

Covalen, Inc. is a privately held regional water and wastewater infrastructure solutions provider headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, founded in 1949 and operating across two divisions: the Heartland Division (Indianapolis, serving Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio) and the Carolinas Division (Loris, SC, serving North Carolina and South Carolina). The company functions primarily as a multi-brand manufacturer representative and value-added distributor, holding territorial representation agreements with approximately 15 manufacturers including Environment One (E/One) for pressure sewer systems, AdEdge (ChartWater) for contaminant removal, Bradley Innovation Group for ProFusion lagoon treatment, Gorman-Rupp and AMT pumps, Nuvonic for UV disinfection, Merit Monitoring for remote telemetry, and others.

Covalen's core solutions span pressure sewer systems, wastewater lift stations, booster stations, skid-mounted and packaged water and wastewater treatment plants, lagoon treatment solutions, and remote monitoring & alarm systems. Differentiated technical positioning centers on the proprietary "SMART Infrastructure" methodology and on deep application expertise (200+ years of combined staff experience), enabling the firm to engineer application-specific solutions rather than resell off-the-shelf products. Solutions are bundled with design support, installation specifications, commissioning, and an in-house Service Group and Service Center providing installation, repair, upgrades, and emergency support.

The business operates three revenue streams: one-time equipment sales (pumps, treatment systems, lift stations, monitoring gear), professional services (installation, repair, start-up, turnkey solutions), and an emerging subscription/recurring line via Treatment-as-a-Service (TaaS) for emergency water treatment with monthly fees. Customer segmentation is vertical-driven with municipal as primary (Hilton Head PSD, Citizens Energy Group, Morgantown IN, Bainbridge IN, Waynesfield OH, Honea Path SC), builders and land developers as primary, and commercial/industrial as secondary. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed.

Name

Covalen

Legal name

Covalen, Inc.

Website

https://covalen.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1949

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Covalen is a regional water and wastewater infrastructure solutions provider serving municipalities, builders, and commercial/industrial clients across five US states. It operates as a multi-brand manufacturer representative, in-house service provider, and Treatment-as-a-Service operator.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Solutions

NAICS

Plumbing and Heating Equipment and Supplies (Hydronics) Merchant Wholesalers (423720), Plumbing and Heating Equipment and Supplies (Hydronics) Merchant Wholesalers (42372), Environmental Consulting Services (541620)

SIC

Wholesale-Chemicals & Allied Products (5160), Sanitary Services (4950), Miscellaneous Chemical Products (2890)

akta.pro primary industry

Pipework, Calorifier & Heat Exchanger Descaling/Decontamination (BPABAJAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

PFAS & Emerging Contaminants Treatment Services (IMAIAGAJ), Disinfection & Remedial Works (Chlorination, Thermal, Shock Treatments) (BPABAJAF)

Keywords

• Water treatment systems
• Wastewater infrastructure
• Pressure sewer systems
• Pump distribution
• Municipal water solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Indianapolis

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Equipment Sales: Covalen sells and distributes water and wastewater equipment including pumps, treatment systems, lift stations, and related infrastructure components from represented manufacturers. Revenue is generated through product sales to municipalities, commercial entities, and developers.
2. Service and Repair: The company provides service and repairs on water and wastewater pumps, controls, and systems through the Covalen Service Group and Covalen Service Center. Services include repair, replacement, upgrades, installation, startups, and turnkey solutions.
3. Treatment as a Service (TaaS): Covalen offers emergency treatment systems with a monthly fee through a Treatment as a Service program for water treatment needs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Covalen is a manufacturer representative and distributor that provides water and wastewater infrastructure solutions, including pressure sewer systems, wastewater lift stations, booster stations, water and wastewater treatment plants, lagoon treatment systems, and remote monitoring equipment. The company sells and services represented manufacturer brands such as Environment One, AdEdge, Gorman-Rupp, Bradley Innovation Group, and Amphidrome, while providing application expertise, design support, and project lifecycle services to municipalities, builders/developers, and commercial/industrial clients across Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, North Carolina, and South Carolina.

Product overview

Covalen is a water and wastewater infrastructure solutions provider offering a portfolio of solutions and represented manufacturer products. The company's core solutions include pressure sewer systems (using Environment One technology), wastewater lift stations, pressure booster stations, water treatment plants (via AdEdge), packaged wastewater treatment plants, lagoon treatment solutions (using Bradley Innovation Group ProFusion), remote monitoring & alarm systems (using Merit Monitoring Sentinel), and pressure sewer cleaning & flushing equipment (2 Feet Per Second). Covalen also provides service and repairs for pumps and systems. The company represents multiple manufacturer brands including Environment One, AdEdge, AK Industries, Amphidrome, AMT Pump, Bradley Innovation Group, Champion Pump, FCS, Fiberglass Tank Solutions, Gorman-Rupp, Industrial Flow Solutions, Merit Monitoring, Nuvonic, Ohio Electric Controls, and Weil Pump, covering pumps, treatment systems, monitoring equipment, and controls for municipal, commercial, industrial, and land development applications across Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, North Carolina, and South Carolina.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Pressure Sewer Systems Pressure sewer systems for septic tank replacements, failed gravity sewer replacement, and difficult terrain applications, using Environment One grinder pump technology. Designed for municipalities and developers needing reliable collection infrastructure.
• Wastewater Lift Stations Wastewater lift station solutions including above ground, submersible, dry-pit and hybrid designs with proper pump selection for specific applications. For municipal and commercial wastewater collection infrastructure.
• Pressure Booster Stations Pressure booster stations in prefab, skid-mounted, and in-plant configurations for boosting low line pressure, filling water towers, and water transfer applications. For municipal water distribution systems.
• Water Treatment Plants Complete water treatment plants removing contaminants including PFAS, arsenic, iron, manganese, nitrates, fluoride, and TDS, available as skid-mounted, modular, and containerized systems. For municipal drinking water treatment.
• Packaged Wastewater Treatment Plants On-site packaged treatment systems ranging from 5,000 to 1,000,000 GPD for treating TSS, BOD, nitrogen, and phosphorous to meet compliance requirements. For developers, municipalities, and commercial applications.
• Lagoon Treatment Solutions Energy efficient lagoon treatment solutions using ProFusion pumps for EQ basins, pretreatment, waste stabilization ponds, and wastewater lagoons to improve performance and reduce sludge. For municipal wastewater treatment facilities.
• Remote Monitoring & Alarm Systems Real-time remote pump station monitoring and alarm systems using Sentinel technology for 24/7/365 monitoring with text/phone/email alerts. For municipal pump station operators.
• Service & Repairs Service and repairs on water and wastewater pumps, controls, and systems including E/One grinder pump service, large pump service, and wastewater lagoon treatment service. Includes repair, replacement, upgrades, installation, startups, and turnkey solutions.
• Environment One (E/One) Grinder Pumps World leader in pressure sewer equipment including grinder pump packages in simplex, duplex, and multi-plex configurations with remote monitoring options. Distributed by Covalen in Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, North Carolina, and South Carolina.
• AdEdge Water Treatment Water treatment systems removing arsenic, iron, manganese, hydrogen sulfide, fluoride, nitrate, PFAS, uranium and other contaminants, including skid mounted plants and WaterPod emergency rentals. For municipal water utilities.
• AK Industries Fiberglass Products Fiberglass and polyethylene products including large lift stations up to 10,000 gallons, ejector basins, basin covers, and pre-packaged lift stations. For wastewater collection applications.
• Amphidrome Advanced Treatment Biologically Active Filter (BAF) decentralized wastewater treatment system with Amphidrome Plus denitrification, ColdNite cold weather system, and UV disinfection options. For municipal and developer applications.
• AMT Pump Company Over 1000 industrial and commercial pump models including engine driven pumps, self-priming electric pumps, submersible shredder pumps, and utility pumps. Distributed by Covalen across all five territory states.
• Bradley Innovation Group ProFusion

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduced infrastructure replacement costs by 50%
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• AdEdge Technologies (ChartWater)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCovalen represents AdEdge Technologies, a part of ChartWater, in their Indiana territory. AdEdge specializes in designing and manufacturing engineered systems for removing contaminants including arsenic, iron, manganese, PFAS, and more from drinking, waste, and industrial water. Covalen provides sales, application support, and implementation for AdEdge water treatment solutions.
• Environment One (E/One)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCovalen represents Environment One (E/One) pressure sewer systems in Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, North Carolina, and South Carolina. E/One is the world leader in pressure sewer equipment and technology, providing grinder pump packages and systems. Covalen supports application, design, construction, and commissioning for E/One systems.
• Bradley Innovation Group (BIG)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCovalen represents Bradley Innovation Group and the ProFusion pump in Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, North Carolina, South Carolina, and the rest of the United States. The ProFusion provides lagoon treatment and sludge reduction through its patented Micro Bubble System.
• AK IndustriesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCovalen sells AK Industries products in Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, North Carolina, and South Carolina. AK Industries produces fiberglass and polyethylene products including lift stations, basins, and accessories for wastewater applications.
• Gorman-Rupp PumpscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCovalen represents Gorman-Rupp pumps and systems in their Indiana location. Gorman-Rupp is a world leader in pumping solutions for water and wastewater applications, offering submersible and self-priming pump packages.
• AMT Pump CompanyminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCovalen represents AMT Pump Company, a subsidiary of The Gorman-Rupp Company, in Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, North Carolina, and South Carolina. AMT offers over 1000 standard pump models including industrial and commercial pumps.
• Amphidrome Advanced Treatment SolutionscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCovalen represents Amphidrome in Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, North Carolina, and South Carolina. Amphidrome provides decentralized wastewater treatment using Biologically Active Filter systems, with over 110 installations nationwide.
• Champion PumpminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCovalen sells the full line of Champion Pump products in Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, North Carolina, and South Carolina. Champion provides sump and sewage pumps for various applications.
• FCS - Fluid Conservation SystemsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCovalen represents Fluid Conservation Systems in Indiana, North Carolina, and South Carolina. FCS provides water leak detection, pressure management, and wastewater monitoring solutions.
• Fiberglass Tank Solutions (FTS)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCovalen sells Fiberglass Tank Solutions products in Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, North Carolina, and South Carolina. FTS provides durable fiberglass-reinforced plastic tanks for wastewater applications.
• Industrial Flow Solutions (IFS)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCovalen sells Industrial Flow Solutions products in Indiana, including BJM Pumps. IFS provides pumps for sump, sewage, and harsh environment applications including high-temperature and chemical-resistant options.
• Merit MonitoringminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCovalen represents Merit Monitoring and its Sentinel product line for real-time remote pump station monitoring and alarm systems in applicable territories.
• NuvonicminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCovalen represents Nuvonic (formerly Aquionics, Berson, and Hanovia) in their Indiana territory. Nuvonic provides UV technology and equipment for water and wastewater disinfection.
• Ohio Electric Controls (OEC)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCovalen sells Ohio Electric Controls products in Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, North Carolina, and South Carolina. OEC provides control panels and PLC programming services for water and wastewater applications.
• Weil PumpminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCovalen represents all Weil branded pump lines in Indiana. Weil Pump manufactures centrifugal pumps for construction, industrial, commercial, and municipal applications.
• 2 Feet Per SecondminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCovalen represents 2 Feet Per Second products across the US. 2 Feet Per Second provides sewer scouring devices for cleaning and protecting low-pressure sewer systems.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Smith & Loveless: Manufacturer of wastewater lift stations, packaged treatment plants, and water/screen equipment sold through regional reps to municipal customers; competes head-to-head with Covalen in lift stations and packaged wastewater solutions.
• Aqua-Aerobic Systems: Designer and manufacturer of water and wastewater treatment equipment (biological, filtration, cloth media filtration) serving municipal and industrial clients, overlapping with Covalen's treatment plant and packaged plant offerings.

Broad incumbents

• Core & Main: National distributor of water, wastewater, and storm drainage products to municipal and contractor customers; competes with Covalen on the distribution side at much larger scale and broader geography.
• Ferguson Waterworks: Specialty waterworks distribution arm of Ferguson Enterprises supplying water and wastewater infrastructure products to municipalities and contractors nationwide — direct overlap with Covalen's distribution model.
• Xylem: Global water technology major offering pumps, treatment, and smart metering; competes with both Covalen's represented manufacturers and increasingly with municipal customers via direct sale and digital solutions.
• Mueller Water Products: Manufacturer of water infrastructure products (valves, hydrants, pipe, metering) sold through reps and distributors to North American water utilities — adjacent overlap with Covalen's municipal customer base.
• Franklin Electric: Producer of water systems, pumping, and fueling equipment distributed through dealer/rep networks; competes in the same pumps and water-lifting product categories that Covalen represents (E/One, Gorman-Rupp, Champion).
• Watts Water Technologies: Manufacturer of water and plumbing products (valves, flow control, drainage, water quality) sold via wholesale distribution to plumbing, HVAC, and waterworks markets — partial overlap with Covalen's hydronics/heavy-duty pump business.

Emerging players

• Hydro International: Specialist in stormwater, wastewater screening, and grit removal with a focus on decentralized treatment — niche competitor in the same municipal and developer customer segments Covalen serves.

Others

• USALCO: Manufacturer of water treatment chemicals (alum, ferric, PAC, polymers) used in municipal drinking water and wastewater — adjacent to Covalen as a chemical/input supplier rather than a direct equipment competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles15 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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