Garsite/Progress LLC
Garsite/Progress LLC manufactures aircraft refueling equipment (500–15,000 gallon refuelers, hydrant dispensers), ground service equipment (lavatory, water, catering, bobtails, tractors), and vacuum/on-the-road specialty vehicles for aviation, defense, fuel distribution, and liquid waste customers globally.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1952
- HeadquartersKansas City, United States
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Garsite/Progress LLC does
Garsite/Progress LLC manufactures aircraft refueling equipment, ground service equipment (GSE), and vacuum and on-the-road specialty vehicles for commercial aviation, government, defense, oil and fuel distribution, and liquid waste management customers. The company operates manufacturing facilities in Kansas City, Kansas and Barranquilla, Colombia (the latter within a free trade zone and ISO 9001 certified as of January 2026), plus refurbishment and service centers in Alvada, Ohio and Cocoa, Florida, totaling more than 250,000 square feet. Its core technical capabilities include aviation refuelers with capacities from 500 to 15,000 gallons, hydrant dispensers with flow rates up to 1,200 GPM, filter separator vessels and coalescer/monitor cartridges, electronic registration systems using Veeder Root meters, truck-mounted pumping equipment built around the NVE 866 pump, and a growing GSE line covering lavatory and water trucks and carts, catering trucks, bobtails, and towing tractors in gas, diesel, or electric configurations.
Garsite/Progress LLC firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Garsite/Progress LLC
- Legal name
- Garsite
- Website
- https://garsite.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1952
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Garsite/Progress LLC manufactures aircraft refueling equipment (500–15,000 gallon refuelers, hydrant dispensers), ground service equipment (lavatory, water, catering, bobtails, tractors), and vacuum/on-the-road specialty vehicles for aviation, defense, fuel distribution, and liquid waste customers globally.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Garsite/Progress LLC industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Aviation Ground Support and Refueling Equipment
- NAICS
- Pump and Compressor Manufacturing (33391), Air and Gas Compressor Manufacturing (333912)
- SIC
- Industrial Trucks, Tractors, Trailors & Stackers (3537), Pumps & Pumping Equipment (3561)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Pump & Compressor Packages (Skids, Booster Sets) (IMAHANAG)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Aftermarket Parts, Service & Remanufacturing (Pumps/Compressors) (IMAHANAJ), Vacuum/Septic/Jetting Trucks Leasing & Rental (TLABAEAL)
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Where Garsite/Progress LLC is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Kansas City
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices5 records
Markets served
Garsite/Progress LLC business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D
Revenue model
- Aircraft Refueling Equipment Sales: Manufacture and sale of aviation refuelers, hydrant dispensers, bowsers, fueling carts, and above ground storage tanks. Capacities range from 500 to 15,000 gallons. Both stock and custom-built units available.
- Ground Service Equipment Sales: Sale of lavatory trucks, water trucks, catering trucks, bobtails, towing tractors, and electric variants. Equipment available in gas or electric configurations.
- Vacuum and On-the-Road Equipment Sales: Sale of portable restroom trucks, septic trucks, slide-in units, and water trucks with tank capacities from 800 to 5,000 gallons.
- Parts Sales: Online parts store with 513+ parts across categories including accessories, chassis components, electrical, fittings, gaskets, hose, hydraulics, pneumatics, spare parts, tanks, and valves. Available 24/7.
- Service and Maintenance: Full line of service for equipment ranging from minor repairs and preventative maintenance to complete overhauls and refurbishment. Full inspection and appraisal programs available.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One time/ perpetual license | Multi-year contract | Custom Equipment |
| One time/ perpetual license | Multi-year contract | Stock Equipment |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Replacement Parts |
| Other | Multi-year contract | Service and Maintenance |
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels5 records
Marketing channels6 records
Garsite/Progress LLC product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Garsite/Progress LLC manufactures and sells aviation refueling equipment (refuelers from 500 to 15,000 gallons, hydrant dispensers, bowsers, fueling carts), ground service equipment (lavatory/water/catering trucks, bobtails, towing tractors in gas or electric configurations), and Progress-branded vacuum and on-the-road equipment (portable restroom trucks, septic trucks, slide-in units, water trucks). The company also sells above-ground storage tanks and provides a 24/7 parts store plus service, maintenance, refurbishment, and inspection programs.
Product overview
Garsite/Progress LLC offers a comprehensive portfolio of aviation fueling and ground support equipment alongside vacuum/on-the-road specialty vehicles. The core offerings include Garsite Aviation Refuelers (ranging from 500 to 15,000 gallons for jet and avgas), Garsite Ground Service Equipment (lavatory trucks/carts, water trucks/carts, catering trucks, bobtails, towing tractors), Progress Vacuum & On-the-Road Equipment (portable restroom trucks, septic trucks, slide-in units, refined fuel trucks), Above Ground Storage Tanks, and Hydrant Dispensers/Carts. The company operates as a PrimeFlight Aviation Services company and acquired by ProFlo Industries in 2024. Products are available in new, refurbished, and used conditions with the largest in-stock inventory in the industry.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Aviation Refuelers Full line of aviation refuelers with capacities from 500 gallons (1,800 liters) to 15,000 gallons (60,000 liters). Includes jet refuelers and avgas refuelers in new, refurbished, and used conditions for airlines, fuel service companies, FBOs, and military/defense customers.
- Ground Service Equipment (GSE) Ground support equipment for airport operations including lavatory trucks and carts, water trucks and carts, catering trucks, bobtails, and towing tractors. Available in gas/diesel or electric configurations to support airline and FBO ramp operations.
- Progress Vacuum & On-the-Road Equipment Truck-mounted equipment for refined fuel, heating oil, and liquid waste industries including portable restroom vacuum trucks, septic trucks, grease trucks, slide-in units, and water trucks with tank capacities from 800 to 5,000 gallons.
- Above Ground Storage Tanks (Fuel Farm Systems) Aviation fueling storage solutions from design through installation, providing single-source supplier capability for fuel farm systems. Serves airports, fuel companies, and military/defense customers.
- Hydrant Dispensers and Carts Towable hydrant carts and dispensers with flow rates up to 1,200 GPM (4,500 LPM) for efficient aircraft fueling operations. Solar-powered and self-contained configurations available with maintenance-free pressure control systems.
- Garsite Online Parts Store (Replacement Parts) 24/7 online parts store offering 513+ replacement parts for Garsite and Progress equipment, including accessories, chassis components, electrical, fittings, gaskets, seals, hose, hydraulics, pneumatics, and spare parts.
- Military/Defense Equipment Defense portfolio of refuelers, UAV carts, tanker trucks and trailers, vacuum trucks, potable water trucks and trailers, transport trailers, and bowsers for U.S. military and government customers. Available under GSA and DLA contracts.
- Aviation Towing Tractor Aviation towing tractor with hydraulic steering, LED lighting, disc brakes, heavy-duty rear axle, integrated fire suppression, 5,000-pound drawbar pull, and gasoline or diesel engine with automatic transmission.
- Disinfectant Products Line Disinfecting equipment offering simple, no-touch applications of chemicals for effective disinfectant distribution, launched in May 2020 in response to the pandemic environment.
Quantifiable outcome
- Equipment deployed at nearly every major U.S. airport and in 80+ countries
- +2 more outcomes
Companies that use Garsite/Progress LLC
Customer profileNamed customers17 records
Segments5 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
Garsite/Progress LLC technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature6 records
Garsite/Progress LLC partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- SourcewellcoreCooperative purchasing contract expanding access to Garsite's aviation fueling equipment, above-ground storage tanks, vacuum and water trucks, ground support equipment, parts, and maintenance services for government, military, educational, and nonprofit organizations across Sourcewell's network.
- ICONTECminorColombian certification body that awarded ISO 9001 certification to Garsite's manufacturing facility in Barranquilla, Colombia for Quality Management System.
- ProFlo Industries (PrimeFlight Aviation Services)coreGlobal Aviation Services LLC (ProFlo Industries), a subsidiary of PrimeFlight Aviation Services Inc., acquired Garsite and Progress Tank. ProFlo is a global supplier of aircraft refueling equipment including new and refurbished refuelers, bowsers, hydrant dispensers, hydrant carts, fueling ladders, fueling skids, floating suctions, storage systems, and aviation fueling modules.
- PrimeFlight GSE Maintenance NetworkcoreNetwork of 500+ mechanics maintaining over 30,000 assets and nearly 5,000 eGSE assets each year with coverage at more than 60 airports across North America and support at 20 additional airports through mobile support teams. Extends maintenance coverage for Garsite and Progress customers.
Scale indicators11 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Garsite/Progress LLC competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Beta Fueling Systems: Direct competitor manufacturing aviation refuelers, hydrant dispensers, and fuel farm equipment for airports and FBOs. Overlaps with Garsite on jet-A and avgas refuelers (similar 500-15,000 gallon capacity range) and shares the same end customers (airlines, in-to-plane fuelers, defense).
- Titan Aviation Fuelling Services: Direct competitor producing aviation refueling vehicles, hydrant carts, and fuel handling equipment. Highly comparable product portfolio and customer base in commercial, corporate, and military aviation fueling.
- Refuel International: UK-based manufacturer of aviation refuelers, hydrant dispensers, and bowsers serving airports, airlines, and defense customers worldwide. Direct peer in aircraft refueling equipment with overlapping product specifications and global delivery model.
- TLD Group: Global manufacturer of aviation ground support equipment including tow tractors, belt loaders, and lavatory/water service vehicles. Directly comparable to Garsite's GSE line (tow tractors, lavatory trucks, water trucks) and serves the same airport operator and FBO customer base.
- Westmor Industries: Manufacturer of tank trailers and specialty tank trucks including refined fuel, vacuum, and aviation-related trailers. Comparable to Garsite/Progress on truck-mounted tank bodies and pump packages for refined fuel and liquid waste handling.
- Amthor International: Manufacturer of custom tank trucks including refined fuel, vacuum, septic, and water trucks. Directly comparable to Progress Tank's vacuum and on-the-road equipment line, serving similar municipal, septic, and petroleum distribution customers.
- Presvac Systems: Manufacturer of industrial vacuum trucks, hydro-excavation equipment, and specialty tank trucks. Comparable to Progress Tank's vacuum/septic truck business with similar target customers (septic service providers, liquid waste haulers, oilfield services).
- GapVax: Manufacturer of industrial vacuum trucks, hydro-excavation units, and liquid waste handling equipment. Comparable to Progress Tank's vacuum truck product line with overlap in septic, grease, and portable restroom service end markets.
- Tronair: Manufacturer of aircraft ground support equipment including tow bars, jacks, GPU connections, and GSE. Comparable to Garsite's GSE line for commercial, corporate, and military aviation ground operations.
Broad incumbents
- JBT AeroTech: Broad incumbent providing aviation ground support equipment, gate equipment, and air cargo systems to airlines and airports globally. Overlaps with Garsite's GSE portfolio as part of a much wider portfolio including deicers, loaders, and air-cargo handling.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Trust signalCompliance4 records
Garsite/Progress LLC financial estimates
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Garsite/Progress LLC leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles12 records
Garsite/Progress LLC funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
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Frequently asked questions about Garsite/Progress LLC
What does Garsite/Progress LLC do?
Garsite/Progress LLC manufactures and sells aviation refueling equipment (refuelers from 500 to 15,000 gallons, hydrant dispensers, bowsers, fueling carts), ground service equipment (lavatory/water/catering trucks, bobtails, towing tractors in gas or electric configurations), and Progress-branded vacuum and on-the-road equipment (portable restroom trucks, septic trucks, slide-in units, water trucks). The company also sells above-ground storage tanks and provides a 24/7 parts store plus service, maintenance, refurbishment, and inspection programs.
Is Garsite/Progress LLC a public or private company?
Garsite/Progress LLC is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was Garsite/Progress LLC founded?
Garsite/Progress LLC was founded in 1952. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Garsite/Progress LLC based?
Garsite/Progress LLC is headquartered in Kansas City, United States, in the North America region.
How does Garsite/Progress LLC make money?
Five revenue lines are on record. Aircraft Refueling Equipment Sales are the primary driver. The others are ground Service Equipment Sales, vacuum and On-the-Road Equipment Sales, parts Sales and service and Maintenance.
Who are Garsite/Progress LLC's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Beta Fueling Systems, Titan Aviation Fuelling Services, Refuel International, TLD Group, Westmor Industries, Amthor International, Presvac Systems, GapVax and Tronair. JBT AeroTech is listed as a broad incumbent.
Does Garsite/Progress LLC have an API?
No public API is recorded for Garsite/Progress LLC.
What industry is Garsite/Progress LLC in?
Garsite/Progress LLC's product category is Aviation Ground Support and Refueling Equipment. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAHANAG, Pump & Compressor Packages (Skids, Booster Sets), with a secondary code of IMAHANAJ, Aftermarket Parts, Service & Remanufacturing (Pumps/Compressors). Its NAICS code is 33391 and its SIC code is 3537.