H-Tech valves
H-TEC, Inc. is the exclusive US distributor of Hawle Armaturen GmbH's precision-manufactured air release and vacuum valves for municipal potable water, sewage, and industrial water treatment pipeline systems across North America.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2007
- HeadquartersMarietta, United States
- Headcount1–10
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What H-Tech valves does
H-TEC, Inc. is the exclusive US distribution subsidiary of German valve manufacturer Hawle Armaturen GmbH, distributing precision-manufactured automatic air release and vacuum valves (ARVs) and fittings for potable water and sewage pipeline systems. The company sells an eight-model ARV portfolio (Models 986, 988, 989, 990, 992, 993, 996, 997) plus the proprietary BAIO flangeless restraint coupling system, accessories, and spare parts, with hardware manufactured in Germany and the EU and stocked at a Marietta, GA warehouse for North American distribution. Core technical differentiators include infinitely variable surge protection with roll-on diaphragm technology, GSK-certified epoxy powder coating achieving minimum 10 mil (254 micron) thickness and 1,740 PSI adhesion, NSF-certified potable water compliance, and stainless steel 316/316Ti construction. The company operates a direct enterprise field sales motion targeting municipal water utilities, wastewater/sewage utilities, and industrial water treatment facilities, with quote-based pricing, net-30 payment terms, and 2-3 day shipping on in-stock inventory. The Alpharetta, GA headquarters houses the sales team, while the Marietta warehouse handles logistics with weekly sea freight replenishment from the German parent and year-round forecasting for full catalog availability.
H-Tech valves firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- H-Tech valves
- Legal name
- H-TEC, Inc.
- Website
- https://h-tec.us
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2007
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1–10 employees
- Short description
- H-TEC, Inc. is the exclusive US distributor of Hawle Armaturen GmbH's precision-manufactured air release and vacuum valves for municipal potable water, sewage, and industrial water treatment pipeline systems across North America.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
H-Tech valves industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Industrial Valves for Water and Wastewater Infrastructure
- NAICS
- Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (33341), Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (333310), Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (3334)
- SIC
- Wholesale-Hardware & Plumbing & Heating Equipment & Supplies (5070), Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585), Misc Industrial & Commercial Machinery & Equipment (3590)
- akta.pro primary industry
- HVAC Equipment (Heating, Cooling & Air Handling) (IMAHAKAB)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Ventilation, Ducting & Air Distribution Equipment (IMAHAKAG), Automotive Refrigerant Lines, Hoses & Thermal Plumbing (IMACALAG)
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Where H-Tech valves is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Marietta
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices2 records
Markets served
H-Tech valves business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Industrial Valve Sales: Sale of precision-manufactured air release valves, vacuum valves, air valve sets, and pipe fittings for potable water and sewage applications. Products are manufactured in Germany and EU by Hawle Armaturen GmbH and distributed in the Americas by H-TEC, Inc.
- Spare Parts: Replacement parts for valve models including diaphragms, floats, O-rings, debris shields, damper rings, function units, pressure springs, UV shields, and outlet elbows. Spare parts support maintenance of installed base.
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels1 record
Marketing channels4 records
H-Tech valves product offering
Product offeringCore offering
H-TEC, Inc. distributes precision-manufactured automatic air release and vacuum valves, air valve sets, the BAIO flangeless coupling system, and supporting pipe fittings and spare parts for potable water and sewage pipeline infrastructure. Products are engineered and manufactured in Germany and the EU by parent company Hawle Armaturen GmbH, imported to a Marietta, GA warehouse, and sold directly to municipal water/wastewater utilities, engineering contractors, and industrial water-treatment customers across North America.
Product overview
H-TEC (H-Tech valves) is an industrial valve manufacturer specializing in automatic air release and vacuum valves (ARVs) for potable water and sewage/wastewater pipeline systems. The product portfolio centers on the Model 986, 988, 989, 990, 992, 993, 996, and 997 series of ARVs, complemented by the BAIO flangeless coupling system, spare parts, and accessories (flushing devices, lifting devices, pipe drilling saddles, isolation valves, couplings, adjustable orifice plates). Products are manufactured in Germany and parts of the EU using stainless steel 316, epoxy powder coatings, and precision robotics, with a US distribution operation in Georgia. Key differentiators include infinitely variable surge protection technology, GSK-certified corrosion protection (10 mil/254 micron epoxy coating), and three times faster installation for the BAIO system.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Model 986 Series Air Release and Vacuum Valves Series of automatic air release and vacuum valves for wastewater applications with stainless steel 316Ti, epoxy powder-coated, and isolation device variants. Operating range 0-250 PSI (17.2 Bar) with infinitely variable surge protection and roll-on diaphragm technology.
- Model 988 Air Release and Vacuum Valve Automatic air release and vacuum valve with infinitely variable surge protection for large air volumes. Stainless steel 316Ti body with maximum air release capacity of 2,500 cfm and vacuum flow rate of 3,000 cfm at negative pressure; operating range 0-250 PSI (17.2 Bar).
- Model 989 Short Body Air Release and Vacuum Valve Automatic air release and vacuum valve with short body design for sewage applications. Stainless steel 316 construction, operating range 0-150 PSI (10 Bar), featuring air-cushion valve seat that prevents medium-to-seat contact.
- Model 990 SS Air Release and Vacuum Valve Automatic air release and vacuum valve for wastewater, manufactured in USA from stainless steel 316. AIS compliant with maximum operating pressure of 250 PSI (17.2 Bar) and two connections for effective flushing during maintenance.
- Model 993 HaVent Air Release and Vacuum Valve HaVent automatic and infinitely variable air valve for potable water, available in PN16 (0-250 PSI) and PN25 (6-360 PSI) versions. Stainless steel 316 body with EPDM diaphragm and polypropylene float.
- Model 996 1-Inch Air Release and Vacuum Valve 1-inch automatic air release and vacuum valve with single orifice design for water service. Operating pressure 11.6-250 PSI (0.8-17.2 Bar), Delrin (POM) body and float, aluminum bronze orifice.
- Model 997 2-Inch Air Release and Vacuum Valve 2-inch double orifice automatic air release and vacuum valve for air release on filling and air intake on emptying pipelines. Operating pressure 14.5-250 PSI (1.0-17.2 Bar), POM body and connecting elbow.
- Model 992 HaVent Air Valve Set Automatic air valve set with shaft for underground installation. Designed for potable water applications using HaVent technology.
- Model 986-06 Oxidator / Filter Unit Air Release Valve Conversion kit / automatic air release valve designed for oxidizer tanks and filter tanks in potable water treatment applications. Stainless steel 316 body, operating range 0-150 PSI (10 Bar), maximum 250 PSI (17.2 Bar).
- BAIO Flangeless Restraint Coupling System Proprietary flangeless restraint valve-to-pipe-coupling system providing high-quality corrosion protection without bolts and nuts, enabling approximately three times faster installation compared to traditional flanged systems.
- Pipe Drilling Saddles Hawle/H-TEC pipe drilling saddles for pipeline connections, part of the additional product line.
- Isolation Valves Valves for isolation purposes in pipeline systems, included in the additional products offering.
- Couplings Pipe couplings for connecting pipeline sections, part of the additional product range.
- Adjustable Orifice Plate Adjustable orifice plate for flow regulation in pipeline systems.
- Model 985-00 Flushing Device Device for easy pipe flushing of pipeline sections after removing the ARV from H-TEC Automatic Air and Vacuum Release Valve Sets, eliminating the need for confined space entry during maintenance.
- Model 985-01 Lifting Device Device for easy lifting and placing of H-TEC ARV Sets and ARVs with shut-off for manhole installations; supports OSHA safety regulations by eliminating the need to bend into manhole shafts.
- Spare Parts for H-TEC Valves Replacement parts including diaphragms, floats, O-rings, debris shields, damper rings, function units, pressure springs, and UV shields for the H-TEC 986, 988, 989, 990, and 993 valve model series.
Quantifiable outcome
- 3x faster installation with BAIO system vs. flanged systems
- +5 more outcomes
Companies that use H-Tech valves
Customer profileSegments3 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
H-Tech valves technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
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- Has API
- No
- API docs
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Feature4 records
H-Tech valves partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
One partnership is on record.
- Hawle Armaturen GmbHflagship/parentHawle Armaturen GmbH, headquartered in Germany, is the parent company and manufacturing partner for H-TEC, Inc. All H-TEC valve products are precision manufactured in Germany and parts of the European Union by Hawle. H-TEC serves as the exclusive US distribution entity, receiving weekly sea freight shipments to their Georgia warehouse. Hawle Armaturen specializes in valve technology with established expertise in corrosion protection systems.
Scale indicators2 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights4 records
H-Tech valves competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- American AVK: US arm of Danish AVK Group, distributing valves, hydrants, and fittings for water and wastewater applications. Closest direct peer to H-TEC - similar role as exclusive North American distribution arm for a European parent, with comparable municipal utility customer base and air release valve product lines.
- DeZURIK: US-based manufacturer of valves for water, wastewater, and industrial process applications, including air release and vacuum valves. Competes with H-TEC directly in the municipal ARV category with a broader valve portfolio and domestic manufacturing.
- Kennedy Valve (Kennedy/Elkhart): US manufacturer of fire hydrants and waterworks valves including gate valves and check valves for municipal water systems. Comparable customer base to H-TEC with a broader product portfolio and domestic manufacturing presence.
- Val-Matic Valve & Manufacturing: US manufacturer specializing in air release, air/vacuum, and combination air valves for water and wastewater systems. Most direct product-line overlap with H-TEC's Model 986/988/989/993 ARV portfolio, serving the same municipal utility specifiers.
- Crispin Valve (Multipurpose/McWane): Manufacturer of air release and air/vacuum valves for water and sewer applications, part of McWane. Directly competes in the same product category as H-TEC, serving US municipal water and wastewater customers with comparable ARV specifications.
Broad incumbents
- APCO / Crane Co. Water & Specialty Flow: Crane Co.'s water and specialty flow segment manufactures valves, including air release and check valves, for water/wastewater applications. Broader industrial conglomerate with significant US municipal water market presence competing with H-TEC's niche ARV focus.
- Mueller Water Products: Leading North American manufacturer of water infrastructure products including valves, hydrants, and pipe fittings. Directly comparable to H-TEC as it supplies valves and fittings to US municipal water and wastewater utilities, though on a much larger scale with domestic manufacturing.
- ARI Valve (Flowserve): Flowserve's ARI brand offers industrial and process valves including for water applications. Much larger incumbent with broad industrial customer base; comparable to H-TEC in product category overlap on industrial water treatment valves, though distributed globally and to broader process industries.
Regional players
- VAG-Armaturen: German manufacturer of valves for water and wastewater applications, comparable to Hawle Armaturen. Similar German-engineering positioning and product range (gate valves, butterfly valves, air valves) but with a different geographic distribution footprint outside North America.
Others
- Hawle Armaturen GmbH: The parent company and manufacturer of all H-TEC products. While not a competitive peer, Hawle is the supply-side counterparty that defines H-TEC's product capabilities, pricing, and competitive positioning in the US market.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
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Frequently asked questions about H-Tech valves
What does H-Tech valves do?
H-TEC, Inc. distributes precision-manufactured automatic air release and vacuum valves, air valve sets, the BAIO flangeless coupling system, and supporting pipe fittings and spare parts for potable water and sewage pipeline infrastructure. Products are engineered and manufactured in Germany and the EU by parent company Hawle Armaturen GmbH, imported to a Marietta, GA warehouse, and sold directly to municipal water/wastewater utilities, engineering contractors, and industrial water-treatment customers across North America.
Is H-Tech valves a public or private company?
H-Tech valves is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was H-Tech valves founded?
H-Tech valves was founded in 2007. It employs 1 to 10 people.
Where is H-Tech valves based?
H-Tech valves is headquartered in Marietta, United States, in the North America region.
How does H-Tech valves make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. Industrial Valve Sales are the primary driver. The others are spare Parts.
Who are H-Tech valves's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are American AVK, DeZURIK, Kennedy Valve (Kennedy/Elkhart), Val-Matic Valve & Manufacturing and Crispin Valve (Multipurpose/McWane). Broad incumbents are APCO / Crane Co. Water & Specialty Flow, Mueller Water Products and ARI Valve (Flowserve). VAG-Armaturen is listed as a regional player. Hawle Armaturen GmbH is listed as an others.
Does H-Tech valves have an API?
No public API is recorded for H-Tech valves.
What industry is H-Tech valves in?
H-Tech valves's product category is Industrial Valves for Water and Wastewater Infrastructure. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAHAKAB, HVAC Equipment (Heating, Cooling & Air Handling), with a secondary code of IMAHAKAG, Ventilation, Ducting & Air Distribution Equipment. Its NAICS code is 33341 and its SIC code is 5070.