What Keith Huber does

Keith Huber Corporation, founded in 1982 by Keith Huber and headquartered in Gulfport, Mississippi, designs and manufactures industrial vacuum trucks and related equipment. The company self-describes as the largest independent vacuum unit manufacturer in the USA, offering 17 dedicated models across seven product categories: air movers, hydro excavation, liquid ring pumps, liquid vacs, sewer combination cleaners, vapor scrubbing, and wet/sludge units. Core technical differentiators include a patented 9-stage cyclone filtration system (PureFlow9), a patent-pending outrigger stabilization system for high-dump air movers, and a proprietary tank-forward chassis design. Equipment is built on modular concepts and is compatible with major truck chassis (Peterbilt, Kenworth, Freightliner, Western Star), with blower outputs up to 5,300 CFM and vacuum capability up to 27 Hg.

The company operates a direct factory sales model with no dealer network, selling through quote-based transactions with heavy customization options (tank configurations, water packages, pump types, chassis preferences). Revenue is generated primarily through one-time equipment sales, with secondary recurring streams in aftermarket parts and a full-service repair facility in Gulfport, Mississippi offering DOT/412 certification retesting, pump rebuilding, and preventative maintenance. Customer segments split between industrial operators (liquid waste removal, site cleanup, hazardous material containment) and municipal governments (sewer and storm drain maintenance), with smaller exposure to construction and utility contractors using hydro excavation equipment for non-destructive digging.

Since April 2013, Keith Huber has operated as a subsidiary of Hol-Mac Corporation, a diversified Mississippi-based manufacturing conglomerate controlled by the Holder family. Hol-Mac operates four manufacturing facilities totaling approximately 600,000 square feet with 500+ employees across its portfolio. The company recently began operating under the trade name "Huber" while retaining its legal entity name, and has continued to expand its product line with new launches including the BARON HX1512 hydro excavator and the AMHD high-dump air mover.

Name

Keith Huber

Legal name

Keith Huber Corporation

Website

https://keithhuber.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1982

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Keith Huber Corporation, founded 1982 and based in Gulfport, Mississippi, is the largest independent US manufacturer of industrial vacuum trucks, offering 17 models across air movers, hydro excavation, liquid ring, sewer cleaning, and sludge handling categories to municipalities and industrial operators via direct factory sales.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Vacuum Truck Manufacturing

NAICS

Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (3333), Other General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing (3339), Industrial and Commercial Fan and Blower and Air Purification Equipment Manufacturing (333413)

SIC

Special Industry Machinery, Nec (3559), General Industrial Machinery & Equipment (3560)

akta.pro primary industry

Specialty Utility & Maintenance Vehicle Manufacturing (Street Sweepers/Vacuum Trucks) (IMACAFAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Vacuum Pumps & Systems (IMAHANAD), Municipal & Public Works Specialty Vehicles (Street Sweepers, Sewer Jetters) (IMAHAIAI)

Keywords

• Vacuum truck manufacturing
• Industrial vacuum equipment
• Hydro excavation vehicles
• Sewer combination cleaners
• Air mover equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Gulfport

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Vacuum Truck and Equipment Sales: One-time sale of manufactured vacuum trucks, air movers, hydro excavators, sewer cleaners, and related industrial equipment. Products are highly customizable with multiple options for tanks, pumps, chassis, and auxiliary systems. Sales directly to end-user operators and municipalities.
2. Parts Sales: Aftermarket parts sales for equipment manufactured by Keith Huber Corporation. Large inventory of parts including those for company-manufactured equipment. Parts shipped via multiple methods including COD and pre-payment terms. Accepts Visa, MasterCard, and established accounts.
3. Service and Repair: Full-service repair facility in Gulfport, Mississippi offering services from minor repairs (bulb replacement) to complete unit refurbishing, chassis swaps, DOT/412 certification retesting, pump rebuilding, diagnostic repairs, electrical, hydraulic, and fabrication repairs. Preventative maintenance inspection programs also offered.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Keith Huber Corporation manufactures industrial vacuum trucks and related equipment, offering 17 dedicated models across seven product categories: air movers, hydro excavators, liquid ring vacuum units, liquid vac trucks, sewer combination cleaners, vapor scrubbing units, and wet/sludge positive displacement units. The company sells customized equipment directly to municipalities, industrial operators, and construction companies, supported by aftermarket parts sales and a full-service repair facility in Gulfport, Mississippi.

Product overview

Keith Huber Corporation (operating as Huber) manufactures industrial vacuum trucks and related equipment. The company offers 17 dedicated models across seven product categories: Air Movers (AM36, AMHD) for high-volume material handling; Hydro Excavation (BARON HX1512) for non-destructive digging; Liquid Ring (Berringer I LR, King Vac LR, Knight LR) pumps for deep vacuum applications; Liquid Vac (Dominator, Dominator Series 70B, Dominator Series IV) units for standard vacuum operations; Sewer Combination Cleaners (LANCER SC1009, LANCER SC1512) for municipal sewer maintenance with jetting and vacuum capabilities; Vapor Scrubbing (Dominator Series IV with Scrubber) for vapor recovery; and Wet/Sludge (Berringer PD, Berringer PD 38, Dominator PD) units for heavy sludge applications. The products share common engineering elements including proprietary cyclone filtration technology, modular construction, and compatibility with various truck chassis (Peterbilt, Kenworth, Freightliner, Western Star). The company is the largest independent vacuum unit manufacturer in the USA, part of Hol-Mac Corporation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• AM36 Industrial air mover vacuum truck with a 3,600 gallon tank, 5,300 CFM PD blower, patented 9-stage cyclone filtration, and integrated silencers for quiet operation. Targeted at industrial operators requiring high-volume material handling and air conveyance.
• AMHD High-dump air mover with 68-inch hydraulic dump height, 15-yard tank, and patent-pending outrigger stabilization system for safe operation during high-dump loading.
• BARON HX1512 Hydro excavator for daylighting, trenching, potholing, and cleanup with a 12 yd³ carbon steel debris tank, 1,500-gallon fresh-water tank, PureFlow9 patented 9-stage cyclone filtration, and Hibon 8702 blower (5,300 CFM at 27 Hg continuous duty).
• Berringer I LR Liquid ring vacuum truck with 1,180 CFM pump, 3,300-gallon tank, integrated water tower, and Nema 4 water-tight controls for deep vacuum applications.
• King Vac LR Liquid ring vacuum unit with 4,100 CFM pump capable of 27 inches Hg, 3,000-gallon tank, and ability to clean out cyclones without shutdown.
• Knight LR Liquid ring vacuum with Huber patented filtration cyclone and baghouse containing 40 five-foot filter bags for enhanced filtration in industrial liquid handling.
• Dominator Industry-leading liquid vac truck since the 1980s with 530 CFM air-cooled vane pump and 3,500-gallon tank, featuring ASME/DOT 412 compliance.
• Dominator Series 70B Price-competitive liquid vac unit with 3,000-gallon capacity, 530 CFM air-cooled vane pump, and dual 4-inch intake with dual 6-inch discharge.
• Dominator Series IV Liquid vac with proprietary tank-forward design for maximized hauling on tandem axle chassis, featuring compact configuration for confined-space operation.
• LANCER SC1009 Compact combination sewer cleaner with 9-yard debris tank, 1,000-gallon fresh water capacity, 5,000 CFM PD blower, and triplex jetter pump (86 GPM at 2,500 PSI) for municipal sewer cleaning.
• LANCER SC1512 Combination sewer cleaner with 12-yard debris tank, 1,500-gallon water capacity, IntelAct control system, and 5,000 CFM at 18 inches Hg PD blower for municipal sewer maintenance.
• Dominator Series IV with Scrubber Liquid vac unit with integrated vapor recovery system for handling volatile jobs, featuring bypass capability for non-vapor recovery applications.
• Berringer PD Positive displacement vacuum truck with 1,600 CFM blower and 4,000-gallon tank for wet and sludge applications.
• Berringer PD 38 High-capacity positive displacement unit with 3,800 CFM blower, 3,500-gallon tank, 8-inch cyclone filtration, and NVE 607 pressure offload pump.
• Dominator PD Positive displacement vacuum unit with 940 CFM blower and storage cabinet, designed for wet and sludge marketplace applications.
• Service and Repair Full-service repair facility in Gulfport, Mississippi offering minor repairs, complete unit refurbishing, chassis swaps, DOT/412 certification retesting, pump rebuilding, diagnostic repairs, electrical, hydraulic, fabrication repairs, and preventative maintenance inspection programs.
• Aftermarket Parts Sales Aftermarket parts sales for Keith Huber-manufactured equipment, with a large inventory, shipped via multiple methods including COD and pre-payment terms, accepting Visa, MasterCard, and established accounts.

Quantifiable outcome

• Deep vacuum capability up to 27 Hg with liquid ring pumps
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Hol-Mac CorporationcoreOthers · 1 April 2013Hol-Mac Corporation acquired Keith Huber, Inc. in April 2013, placing Keith Huber Corporation as a subsidiary under the Hol-Mac family of companies. Hol-Mac Corporation (headquartered in Bay Springs, MS) recently celebrated 50 years of manufacturing and engineering excellence. The company operates four modern facilities totaling approximately 600,000 square feet with over 500 employees and produces proprietary products including Pac-Mac Refuse Equipment and Hammerhead Armor.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Vermeer Corporation: Family-owned heavy equipment manufacturer with vacuum excavator product lines (Vermeer VX series); broader industrial customer base across construction, utility, and rental channels but direct overlap in the hydro-excavation segment Huber entered with the BARON HX1512.
• Federal Signal Corporation: Public diversified industrial manufacturer whose Environmental Solutions Group includes Elgin sweepers and other vacuum/sewer cleaning brands — establishes a much larger benchmark in the same specialty municipal equipment category Huber competes in.
• Ditch Witch: Subsidiary of The Toro Company manufacturing trenchless construction and vacuum excavator equipment; competing incumbent in the hydro-excavation and utility construction segment where Huber is expanding.

Direct peers

• GapVax: Manufacturer of industrial vacuum trucks, hydro-excavators, and jet/vac combination units serving municipal and industrial operators; competes head-to-head with Huber across nearly every product category including liquid vac, wet/sludge, air movers, and sewer combination cleaners.
• Schwarze Industries: Specialty vehicle manufacturer of street sweepers and vacuum trucks for municipal and contractors; similar configuration-heavy, custom-built specialty chassis-equipment model targeting the same public works procurement channels.
• US Jetting: Manufacturer of sewer cleaners, combination jet/vac units, and hydro-excavators for municipal and industrial buyers; competes directly in the sewer combination cleaner category where Huber fields the LANCER SC line.
• Hi-Vac Corporation: Specialty industrial vacuum truck maker focused on air-conveyance and liquid-handling equipment for industrial and environmental service markets; closely comparable to Huber's Berringer, King Vac, and Dominator lines in application and customer base.
• Sewer Equipment Company of America (Vactor): Long-standing manufacturer of the Vactor line of sewer combination cleaners and hydro-excavators — the most direct overlap with the LANCER SC1009/SC1512 and BARON HX1512, sold into the same municipal procurement channels.

Others

• Hammelmann: Manufacturer of high-pressure pumps and systems commonly specified into hydro-excavation and sewer combination cleaner trucks — an enabling supplier whose components often appear inside Huber competitor units and adjacent platforms.

Emerging players

• Sewer Robotics: Smaller specialty manufacturer of sewer cleaning, inspection, and rehabilitation equipment with municipal focus; partial overlap with the LANCER SC combination cleaner line and a potential disruptor in the same municipal procurement market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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