Hogg & Davis

What Hogg & Davis does

Hogg & Davis, Inc. is a privately held, family-owned American manufacturer founded in 1947 and headquartered in Odell, Oregon, where it operates a 50,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility with CNC technology, welding robots, and an in-house paint line. The company designs and builds specialized equipment for the construction of telephone and power lines, with a product portfolio spanning self-loading cable pullers (HP6500 Boss Hog, Hydra 985), drum pullers (ODP series rated from 2,000 to 20,000 lbs line pull), overhead line tensioners (OLT 38B, 52B, 72B), equipment trailers and dollies, reels, and line construction tools (including the original Safety Pole Tongs, still in production since 1947). Its core technology centers on proprietary hydrastatic drive systems, multi-roller friction drive architectures, hydraulically powered Steer-Go power steering, and modular designs that enable single-operator maneuverability in confined job sites.

Hogg & Davis generates revenue through one-time hardware sales of high-ASP equipment (listed 2025 unit prices range from approximately $101,821 to $427,785), distributed exclusively through an authorized dealer network across the United States and Canada, with named channel partners including CTOS (Custom Truck One Source), Terex Services, NESCO, Hirail Leasing, Premier Truck Rental, and Global Machinery. The company serves electric and telephone utility providers and government agencies undertaking infrastructure projects, addressing pain points around heavy cable/conductor pulling, tension control during overhead wire stringing, and pole/material handling. Recurring revenue elements include equipment conversions (e.g., the Hydra 135-C upgrade kit for legacy H135 units) and parts, though primary economics come from unit sales of pullers, tensioners, trailers, and tools. The company has remained family-owned across three generations, with no outside investment, no public listing, and no disclosed financial figures.

Name

Hogg & Davis

Legal name

Hogg & Davis, Inc.

Website

https://hoggdavis.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1947

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Hogg & Davis is a family-owned Oregon manufacturer founded in 1947 that designs and builds specialized cable pulling, tensioning, and line construction equipment for electric and telephone utility providers and government agencies, distributed through an authorized dealer network across the US and Canada.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Utility Line Construction Equipment

NAICS

Overhead Traveling Crane, Hoist, and Monorail System Manufacturing (333923)

SIC

Construction, Mining & Materials Handling Machinery & Equip (3530), Construction Machinery & Equip (3531), Industrial Trucks, Tractors, Trailors & Stackers (3537)

akta.pro primary industry

Lifting Attachments & Material Handling Accessories (Fork Attachments, Slings, Rigging) (IMAHABAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Lifting Accessories & Rigging (Slings, Shackles, Hooks, Spreaders) (IMAHAJAI), Conveying, Hoisting & Materials Handling Systems (Conveyors, Stackers/Reclaimers, Winches) (IMAKANAE)

Keywords

• Cable pulling equipment
• Utility line construction
• Drum puller tensioner
• Pole handling trailers
• Overhead line machinery

Headquarters

HQ city

Odell

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Equipment Sales: Hogg & Davis generates revenue through the sale of specialized cable pulling, tensioning, and line construction equipment including self-loading pullers, drum pullers, tensioners, equipment trailers, reels, and tools. Products are sold through direct manufacturer channels and dealer network.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Hogg & Davis designs, manufactures, and sells specialized heavy-duty equipment for the construction of telephone and power lines. The product portfolio includes self-loading hydrastatic pullers (e.g., HP6500 Boss Hog, Hydra 985), drum pullers (ODP series ranging from 2,000 to 20,000 lbs line pull), overhead line tensioners (OLT 38B, 52B, 72B), equipment trailers and dollies (CRP140, PT150, R40, T150, TH40, Stellar Hog), reels (Break-Away, Expandable Payout, Rope, RS/SRS 8000), and utility tools such as Safety Pole Tongs, cable sheaves, and pole muzzles. Equipment is built in-house at the 50,000 sq. ft. Odell, Oregon manufacturing facility and sold via an authorized dealer network.

Product overview

Hogg & Davis manufactures specialized equipment for the construction of telephone and power lines. The product portfolio consists of self-loading pullers (HP6500 Boss Hog, Hydra 985, Hydra 135-C Conversion), drum pullers (ODP series ranging from 2,000 to 20,000 lbs capacity), overhead line tensioners (OLT 38B, 52B, 72B), equipment trailers and dollies (CRP140, H135PP, PT150, R40, T150, TH40, Stellar Hog), reels (Break-Away, Expandable Payout, Rope, RS/SRS 8000), and utility tools (Cable Sheaves, Pole Muzzle, Poly-Pic Lifting Sling, Property Line Dolly, Safety Pole Tongs, Universal Sheave, Break Away Reel Tongs). The core offering centers on cable pulling and tensioning equipment with hydraulic-powered self-maneuverability features, complemented by material transport trailers and specialized line construction tools. The company offers both complete units and conversion kits for upgrading older equipment.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• HP6500 Boss Hog Hydrastatic Puller A self-maneuverable, single-reel cable pulling unit with hydrastatic drive delivering up to 40,000 lbs line pull for utility contractors installing power and telephone lines.
• Hydra 985 The Hydra Hog A self-loading, self-maneuverable cable pulling unit with friction drive system providing 24,000 lbs line pull, used by utility crews for cable installation jobs.
• Hydra 135-C Conversion A conversion kit that upgrades legacy H 135 Cable Reel Units (1975-current) with a new diesel-powered hydrastatic power unit rated at 24,000 lbs line pull.
• ODP 20-4 Drum Puller A four-drum puller with 2,000 lbs line pull per drum and independent drum engagement, used for utility line construction.
• ODP 30 Drum Puller A single drum puller with 3,000 lbs line pull capacity, featuring freewheel payout and operator-controlled levelwind.
• ODP 30-4 Drum Puller A four-drum puller with 3,000 lbs line pull per drum, Yanmar diesel engine, and stainless steel overspin brakes with hydraulic calipers.
• ODP 40 Drum Puller A single drum puller with 4,000 lbs line pull capacity and hydraulically controlled overspin brake.
• ODP 40-4HRC Drum Puller A four-drum High Rope Content puller with 4,000 lbs per drum line pull, Yanmar Tier IV engine, and 96,000 in-lb continuous torque rating.
• ODP 40XS Drum Puller A single drum puller with 4,000 lbs continuous line pull and 92,000 in-lb torque rating, featuring freewheel disconnect standard on drum.
• ODP 60 Drum Puller A single drum puller with 6,000 lbs line pull capacity, 157,000 in-lb torque rating, and infinitely variable speed from 0-4.0 mph.
• ODP 60XS Drum Puller A single drum puller with 6,000 lbs continuous line pull, 167,000 in-lb torque rating, and 122 HP Yanmar diesel engine with infinitely variable speed up to 6.0 mph.
• ODP 100PPS Drum Puller A single drum puller with 10,000 lbs line pull and 200,000 in-lb torque rating, featuring John Deere 185 HP Tier IV diesel engine and electric over hydraulic friction joystick control.
• ODP 200 Drum Puller A large transmission puller with 20,000 lbs line pull capacity, John Deere Tier IV diesel engine, dual planetary drives, and 22,000 ft rope capacity.
• OLT 38B Overhead Line Tensioner An overhead line tensioner with 38-inch bullwheels, replaceable urethane molded segments, 3,000 lbs tensioning capacity, and 24-inch stainless steel disc brakes.
• OLT 52B Overhead Line Tensioner An overhead line tensioner with 52-inch bullwheels and 5,000 lbs tensioning capacity, featuring canted bullwheels per IEEE specifications and 36-inch hydraulic disc brakes.
• OLT 72B Overhead Line Tensioner A heavy-duty overhead line tensioner with 48-inch bullwheels designed for single conductor installation, featuring 48-inch carbon steel disc brakes and replaceable molded segments.
• CRP140 Multipurpose Dolly A 14,000 lb GVWR tandem axle multipurpose dolly available in single or multiple reel configurations with optional pole bolsters.
• H135PP Power Reel Dolly A foundation unit for the Hydra 985 with self-contained power pack, hydraulic loading, and self-maneuverability; modular design allows power unit to be added for full cable pulling capabilities.
• PT150 Pole Trailer A high-capacity pole trailer with 16,000 lb GAWR and up to 14,000 lbs capacity, available in short, long rigid, and telescoping drawbar configurations.
• R40 Reel Dolly A 5,000 lb payload capacity reel dolly with hydraulic loading, accommodating reels up to 72 inches diameter and 50 inches wide.
• T150 Cable Reel Dolly An open yoke cable reel dolly with low center of gravity design, 4x6 tubular steel frame, 15-gallon hydraulic reservoir, and 4-cycle air-cooled gasoline engine.
• TH40 Pole & Reel Dolly A versatile pole and reel dolly with hydraulically powered mandrel and idler wheel for one-man loading/unloading, combining hydraulic loading with power steering.
• Stellar Hog Transport System A patent-pending modular transport system for daily utility operations and emergency response, with specialized reel pallets carrying reels 96-130 inches diameter.
• Break-Away Reel A reel designed for recovering overhead or underground cable, conductor, or strand for scrapping, withstanding 50,000 lbs line pull; available in 60, 80, 96, and 108 inch models.
• Expandable Payout Reel A heat-treated aluminum reel with self-leveling scissors linkage that expands/contracts to fit wire coils from 16-20 inches inside diameter, up to 10 inches wide.
• Rope Reel A crush-proof rope reel designed to withstand over 100,000 PSI pressures generated by wound synthetic rope, preventing crushing and rope tangling.
• RS & SRS 8000 Reel Stand A multi-reel capacity payout unit for flatbed trucks or trailers with turntable bearing base (SRS8000) or non-swivel base (RS8000).
• Cable Sheave 424 A 24-inch diameter aluminum cable sheave for underground cable pulling, featuring a smooth groove and 360-degree swivel hook to prevent cable walking.
• Cable Sheave 636 An extra-large 36-inch sheave for underground cable pulling with smooth groove eliminating scarring of synthetic or lead sheath cables.
• PM10 Pole Muzzle A pole muzzle secured to poles for a solid towing package, featuring snubbing and cinch chains for pole capture and slots for bolt through pole's gain hole.
• Poly-Pic Lifting Sling A 62-4 Poly-Pic System for handling coiled plastic pipe without damage, with wide nylon webbing and positive locking ratchet buckle; four vertical legs ensure even horizontal lift.
• Property Line Dolly A versatile dolly for transporting materials to hard-to-reach property line jobs, handling transformers, poles, power units, and wire reels; features 4-ply 600x9 tires for lawn protection.
• Safety Pole Tongs Industry-standard pole tongs with triple saw tooth arrangement for secure pole handling; available in Model 20 (7,500 lbs), Model 30 (10,000 lbs), and Model 100 (20,000 lbs). Original Hogg & Davis product still in regular production.
• Universal Sheave US-6 and US-20 bed mount sheaves with NYLATRON sheave wheels and 360-degree rotating center housings; US-6 rated at 6,000 lbs line pull and US-20 rated at 20,000 lbs.
• Break Away Reel Tongs Specialized tongs for handling and maneuvering large reels of coiled tubing or wireline, providing controlled movement during deployment, retrieval, or storage.

Quantifiable outcome

• Utility companies increased pole handling efficiencies by as much as 50% with less labor using Safety Pole Tongs
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

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Feature6 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• CTOS (Custom Truck One Source)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor authorized dealer for Hogg & Davis equipment. Multiple CTOS locations listed across US including Arkansas, Alabama, Colorado, Oklahoma, Indiana, and Canada (Calgary, AB). Provides equipment sales and support services.
• Hirail LeasingcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer for Hogg & Davis products. Locations in Acheson, AB (Canada) providing equipment leasing and sales services for utility construction applications.
• Terex ServicescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTerex Services is an authorized dealer for Hogg & Davis equipment. Locations listed in Alabama and Virginia. Terex provides equipment sales and service support.
• Premier Truck RentalminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEquipment dealer offering Hogg & Davis products through rental and sales channels. Contact personnel include Ryan Bergeson, Jake Penley at locations across the US.
• NESCOcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNESCO is an authorized dealer for Hogg & Davis equipment. Multiple contacts listed including Joseph O'Keefe (619-571-6925), Mike Nowak (480-356-7075). Provides equipment sales and support across multiple states.
• Global MachineryminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer for Hogg & Davis products. Multiple contacts listed across western US including Cameron Preston, Kev Djenazian, Jeff Cleboski, Shawn Mittleberger, Chad Mitchell, Garrett Eddings.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights2 records

Direct peers

• Condux International: Manufacturer of cable installation equipment including pulling grips, swivels, and rollers. Directly comparable in serving utility and telecom cable installation contractors with specialized handling tools.
• Sherman+Reilly (Hubbell): A long-standing direct competitor in cable pulling, tensioning, and stringing equipment for utility line construction. Acquired by Hubbell, Sherman+Reilly overlaps almost entirely with Hogg & Davis's product line and target customer base.
• Load King: Manufacturer of specialized trailers and equipment for utility and construction industries. Overlaps with Hogg & Davis's trailer and reel dolly product lines.
• Timberland Equipment: Manufacturer of heavy-duty winches, pullers, and tensioners for utility, mining, and pipeline applications. Directly competes with Hogg & Davis in heavy cable pulling equipment.
• Sauber Manufacturing: Manufacturer of pole and material trailers for utility and construction applications. Directly comparable to Hogg & Davis's PT150 and other equipment trailer products.

Broad incumbents

• Altec: Major provider of utility equipment including aerial devices, digger derricks, and line construction equipment. Competes with Hogg & Davis in line construction applications and has substantially greater scale and customer reach.
• Elliott Equipment Company: Manufacturer of utility aerial equipment, digger derricks, and truck-mounted equipment. Competes with Hogg & Davis in serving utility line construction fleet operators.
• Terex Utilities: Diversified utility equipment manufacturer offering digger derricks, aerial devices, and stringing equipment. Competes with Hogg & Davis in cable pulling and tensioning while also serving as a dealer/distributor channel for Hogg & Davis products.

Others

• Custom Truck One Source (CTOS): Major distributor and rental provider of utility equipment to which Hogg & Davis products are deeply embedded. While not a direct competitor, CTOS is a key channel relationship and a proxy for the broader specialty fleet market.

Emerging players

• Aspen Utility Equipment: Specialty trailer and reel handling equipment manufacturer for the utility industry. Provides similar products to Hogg & Davis's reel dollies and pole trailers in a smaller, more focused footprint.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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