What Genesis Rescue Systems does

Genesis Rescue Systems designs, manufactures, and distributes battery-powered and hydraulic rescue tools for fire departments, law enforcement and tactical teams, urban search and rescue (USAR) units, and industrial/technical rescue organizations. The company was founded in Fall 1992 by shareholders with 75 years of collective fire and rescue industry experience and is headquartered in Kettering, Ohio, with manufacturing in Dayton, Ohio. In 1999, Genesis formalized a joint venture with Germany's Weber Hydraulik through an equal stock swap, anchoring the company's ownership and product platform.

The product portfolio centers on the EFORCE SLi and SL3 lines of battery-powered rescue tools (cutters, spreaders, rams, combination tools) built on the Milwaukee M18/M28 battery standard, plus hose-bound hydraulic tools, stabilization products (Kodiak, Grizzly), tactical rescue tools, power units, and accessories such as the HDS Hose Decon System, Backpack Power Unit, and DIVEX underwater cover. Proprietary technology includes the patented Overdrive Hydraulic Pump and additional patents covering the Angle V-Head Push Pull Ram (1998), Adjustable Self-locking Shoring Strut (2000), and Adjustable Mounting Bracket (2007), with further patents licensed into the SLi platform. The 2024 SLi Smart App adds connected-device features including service alerts, GPS/theft tracking, real-time pressure monitoring, and training content. Manufacturing is 100% U.S.-based, the company is ISO 9001:2015 certified, and products are qualified to NFPA 1936:2015.

Genesis operates exclusively through an authorized dealer network rather than direct sales, with pricing quoted per dealer engagement rather than publicly listed. End customers are predominantly U.S. public-safety agencies with multi-year equipment lifecycles, supplemented by international export channels. The company employs 51-100 people, holds an active 2025-dated web presence, and engages the market through industry events (e.g., FDIC), social channels, and a published resources library, but discloses no revenue, headcount trend, or capital structure.

Name

Genesis Rescue Systems

Legal name

Genesis Rescue Systems

Website

https://genesisrescue.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1992

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Genesis Rescue Systems is a Dayton/Kettering, Ohio-based manufacturer of battery-powered and hydraulic rescue tools, serving fire departments, tactical teams, USAR units, and industrial rescue organizations through an authorized dealer network since its 1992 founding and 1999 joint venture with Weber Hydraulik.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Fire & Rescue Equipment Manufacturing

NAICS

Construction Machinery Manufacturing (333120)

SIC

Construction, Mining & Materials Handling Machinery & Equip (3530)

akta.pro primary industry

Specialized Lifting Systems (Hydraulic Gantries, Strand Jacks, Jacking Systems) (IMAHAJAO)

Keywords

• Battery-powered extrication tools
• Hydraulic rescue equipment
• Fire rescue tools
• Vehicle extrication tools
• Rescue stabilization equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Dayton

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, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Rescue Equipment Hardware Sales: Genesis Rescue Systems generates revenue through the sale of battery-powered and hydraulic rescue tools including cutters, spreaders, rams, combination tools, power units, and accessories. Products are sold through a dealer network to fire departments and emergency responders.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Genesis Rescue Systems designs, manufactures, and sells battery-powered and hose-bound hydraulic rescue tools — cutters, spreaders, rams, and combination tools — along with hydraulic power units, vehicle stabilization systems, tactical/breaching tools, batteries, and accessories. Hardware is built in an ISO 9001:2015-certified Dayton, Ohio facility and sold through an authorized U.S. dealer network to fire departments, tactical teams, and rescue services. Supporting software consists of the Genesis SLi Smart App for tool management, training, and theft protection.

Product overview

Genesis Rescue Systems is a manufacturer of rescue equipment operating as a platform of multiple specialized product lines rather than a single unified product. The core portfolio consists of two main extrication tool families: the EFORCE SLi and EFORCE SL3 battery-powered tool lines (featuring cutters, spreaders, rams, and combination tools powered by Milwaukee batteries), and hose-bound hydraulic tools requiring external power units. Supporting these are stabilization systems (Kodiak and Grizzly strut kits), tactical tools (11C-RIT series, Power Wedge Kit), the HDS Hose Decon System (portable fire hose washer), batteries (Milwaukee M18/M28 and Genesis 28V), power units (gas/diesel/electric/battery-powered pumps), and a range of accessories including the DIVEX underwater cover and RIT/Brute tips. The SLi Smart App provides smartphone-based tool management. All products serve fire departments, rescue teams, law enforcement, and military personnel in vehicle extrication, structural rescue, and hazardous material decontamination scenarios.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• E-FORCE: Battery-powered rescue tool product line including SLi and SL3 models
• SLi
• HDS
• Kodiak
• MACH III
• NXT GEN
• OSC

Products and services

• EFORCE SLi Battery Tools Flagship line of battery-powered extrication tools — including cutters, spreaders, rams, and combination tools — powered by Milwaukee M18 lithium-ion batteries and integrated with the SLi Smart App. Designed for fire departments, rescue teams, and tactical units needing portable, hose-free extrication.
• EFORCE SL3 Battery Tools Battery-powered extrication tools in the SL3 product line, providing an additional tier of battery-powered rescue equipment (cutters, spreaders, rams, combination tools) for fire and rescue departments.
• Hose Bound Hydraulics Traditional hose-bound hydraulic rescue tools (cutters, spreaders, rams, combination tools) powered by an external Genesis hydraulic power unit via high-pressure hoses for vehicle extrication and structural rescue.
• Power Units Hydraulic power units that supply fluid pressure to hose-bound rescue tools, available in gas, diesel, and electric configurations, including the SLi Compact battery-powered portable pump, MACH III series, M1X, ECO Silent (63.9–79.6 dB), and a Backpack Power Unit that converts conventional tools to battery-powered operation.
• HDS - Hose Decon System (Fire Hose Washer) A portable, battery-powered fire hose cleaning machine that uses high-pressure water jets and durable bristles to remove carcinogens and contaminants from fire hoses at the fireground, reducing firefighter cancer risk and extending hose service life. Targeted at fire departments, USAR, and industrial rescue teams.
• Stabilization Products (Kodiak, Grizzly, RISK/Tornado) Vehicle and structural stabilization equipment for extrication and rescue — including the Kodiak strut system (standard, deluxe, and tri-strut kits), Grizzly strut kit, RISK/Tornado RIT stabilization kit, Kodiak Impact Lifting Device, Kodiak Lifting Device, and Quick Crib Step Chalk — used to stabilize vehicles during rollover and side-impact extrications.
• Tactical Tools Breaching and tactical combination tools designed for law enforcement and military personnel, including the 11C-RIT 3 tactical tool, RIT Tips, Power Wedge Kit (20,000 lbs of spreading force), and other forcible-entry accessories.
• Batteries (Milwaukee M18, M28, Genesis 28V) and Genesis E-PACK E28 Power Bank Lithium-ion battery solutions powering the E-FORCE SLi tool line — including Milwaukee M18 8.0 Ah, Milwaukee M28 5.0 Ah, Genesis 28V 5.0 Ah, and the Genesis E-PACK E28 Power Bank (28V / 15.0 Ah) — plus the Backpack Power Unit for portable, hose-free operation.
• Rescue Accessories A range of rescue tool accessories including the DIVEX underwater cover (enabling battery tool use to 33 ft depth), RIT Tips and Brute Tips (forged steel tool tips), Mechanical Ram attachment, USAR RIT Backpack, Slip-Fit Kit for Push-Pull Ram, and the Genesis E-PACK E28 Power Bank.
• Genesis SLi Smart App A smartphone and tablet application (iOS and Android) for the E-FORCE SLi battery tool line that provides Training Mode, Service Alerts, Theft Protection via GPS location tracking, and Max Pressure Indication for enhanced rescue operations management.

Quantifiable outcome

• 50% faster tool speed with Overdrive technology
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Weber Hydraulik (Germany)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1999Joint venture established in 1999 where Genesis Rescue Systems and Weber Hydraulik exchanged shares of stock for equal ownership. This partnership enabled Genesis to purchase machinery and begin manufacturing 100% American-made products. Weber Hydraulik brought European technology to the U.S. market, with the partnership being successful since its inception in fall 1992 and formally established as a joint venture in 1999.
• Milwaukee ToolcoreTechnology or IntegrationGenesis Rescue Systems products are powered by Milwaukee M18 and M28 batteries. Milwaukee batteries provide exceptional performance with extended runtime and consistent power output. The non-proprietary nature of these batteries means users can purchase replacements at local hardware stores, reducing equipment downtime. This partnership enables compatibility with Milwaukee-powered devices for versatility and convenience.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Holmatro: Dutch global leader in hydraulic and battery-powered rescue tools (Pentheon Series). Closest head-to-head competitor to Genesis in fire department extrication, structural rescue, and tactical equipment worldwide.
• Amkus: US rescue tool manufacturer producing hydraulic spreaders, cutters, and rams with both gas-powered and battery-powered platforms. Directly comparable product mix (EVOLUTION series) targeting fire and rescue departments.
• Weber Hydraulik: German hydraulics manufacturer and Genesis's JV partner (equal ownership since 1999). Sells its own rescue tools directly in Europe and other markets, making it a simultaneous technology source and direct competitor.
• Lukas Hydraulische Wege: German manufacturer of hydraulic rescue equipment (cutters, spreaders, rams). Comparable technology base and product portfolio to Genesis, serving global fire service and tactical markets.
• Hale Products / Hurst Jaws of Life: US-based rescue tool manufacturer (Hurst brand) and major incumbent in municipal fire departments. Competes head-to-head with Genesis on extrication tools, stabilization, and battery-powered platforms for North American fire service contracts.

Others

• Milwaukee Tool: Battery platform partner whose M18/M28 system powers all Genesis E-FORCE SLi/SL3 tools. Strategic ecosystem enabler (not a rescue tool competitor), but its roadmap is the single most important external dependency for Genesis.
• Stanley Hydraulic Tools: Industrial and rescue hydraulic tool brand (part of Stanley Black & Decker). Adjacent competitor in hydraulic cutting/spreading tools, with broader channel reach into construction and industrial segments outside fire service.

Emerging players

• Paratech: US manufacturer of struts, shoring, and stabilization equipment for USAR and technical rescue. Overlaps with Genesis's Kodiak/Grizzly stabilization lines and shares the same fire service and tactical customer base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/GenesisRescue
• Facebookfacebook.com/GenesisRescueSystems
• Instagraminstagram.com/genesisrescue

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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