HyPower

What HyPower does

HyPower is a US-based designer and manufacturer of marine and RV power pedestals, operating as a division of HydroHoist, LLC within the Waterfront Brands conglomerate. Its product portfolio centers on two core pedestal platforms, the 400-ampere PowerPort and the 120-ampere EnergyMate, differentiated by the patented PowerSnap modular panel technology that allows receptacle and breaker changes in minutes without rewiring or an electrician. The optional PowerSnap Hurricane Weather Base adds a detachable power head that can be removed in under five minutes ahead of storms, an important feature for hurricane-exposed marinas. The company also sells complementary accessories (LightCenter dock lighting, FirePedestal fire cabinets, HydroLocker storage) and offers TotalPower Solutions, an integrated electrical design service covering substations, panelboards, transformers, and cabling for full marina and RV park builds. Manufacturing runs through Waterfront Brands facilities in Claremore and Verdigris (Oklahoma), Fergus Falls (Minnesota), and Fort Lauderdale (Florida).

HyPower's commercial model is a hybrid of direct enterprise field sales and multi-channel distribution. The company sells directly to marina operators, RV park owners, residential dock owners, and contractors via its website quote form and toll-free (800) 825-3379 line, supported by a small named sales team (Director Eric Farley, Sales Specialist Nick Sponsler). Channel distribution flows through authorized partners including TotalMarina.com, hydrohoistparts.com, and MRX Marine, which extend aftermarket parts and accessory reach. All pedestals are UL-listed as complete units (Project E111694) and meet ADA, NEC, and NFPA requirements. The Marine Sync partnership adds cloud-based remote metering and ground fault monitoring on top of the PowerPort install base.

The company is privately held as part of Waterfront Brands, the merged entity formed in 2019 from ShoreMaster and HydroHoist, which subsequently acquired Neptune Boat Lifts in 2020. HyPower references a 50-year business reputation and positions itself as the leading power pedestal supplier to marinas, RV parks, and residential docks across the United States. Geographic reach is US-only with no disclosed international expansion. Revenue, headcount trends, and capital structure are not separately disclosed at the division level.

Name

HyPower

Legal name

HyPower

Website

https://powerpedestal.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1970

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

HyPower designs and manufactures premium marine and RV power pedestals under proprietary PowerSnap panel technology, serving marina operators, RV parks, contractors, and dock builders across the United States as a division of Waterfront Brands.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Marine Electrical Equipment

NAICS

Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing (335313)

SIC

Switchgear & Switchboard Apparatus (3613), Electric Lighting & Wiring Equipment (3640)

akta.pro primary industry

Low-Voltage Switchboards & Panelboards (LV distribution panels, MCCs, switchboards) (IMAGAEAA)

Keywords

• Marine power pedestals
• RV power pedestals
• Dock electrical equipment
• Shore power systems
• Marina electrical infrastructure

Headquarters

HQ city

Claremore

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Power Pedestal Hardware Sales: Sale of PowerPort and EnergyMate power pedestals with various configurations (30A, 50A, 100A receptacles), optional PowerSnap Weather Base, and accessories. Custom quoting based on configuration, capacity, and color options.
2. Accessories and Replacement Parts: Sales of accessories including LightCenter dock lighting, FirePedestal/FireCabinet safety units, HydroLocker storage lockers (50" triangular and 78" rectangular), PowerSnap panels, breakers, receptacles, and replacement parts through TotalMarina.com and hydrohoistparts.com.
3. TotalPower Solutions: Integrated electrical design and infrastructure services for marinas and RV parks including substations, panelboards, transformers, wiring, and cabling from a single source.
4. Water and Electrical Metering: Optional metering capabilities for electrical and water utilities with remote read capability through Marine Sync partnership for usage-based billing.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

HyPower manufactures and sells power pedestals and related accessories for marinas, RV parks, and residential docks. The core product line includes the PowerPort (400-ampere capacity) and EnergyMate (120-ampere capacity) pedestals, both featuring proprietary PowerSnap modular panel technology that allows receptacle and breaker changes without rewiring. HyPower also offers complementary accessories including FirePedestal safety units, LightCenter dock lighting, HydroLocker storage lockers, and the detachable PowerSnap Hurricane Weather Base.

Product overview

HyPower is a power pedestal technology company and division of HydroHoist LLC (now part of Waterfront Brands), offering a portfolio of marine and RV power pedestals and accessories. The core product line centers on two main pedestal platforms: PowerPort (400-ampere capacity, four-sided design) and EnergyMate (120-ampere capacity, compact footprint). Both feature the proprietary PowerSnap panel technology enabling tool-free receptacle and breaker changes without rewiring. The product ecosystem includes complementary accessories such as LightCenter dock lighting, FirePedestal fire safety units, and HydroLocker storage lockers. The PowerSnap Hurricane Weather Base is an optional add-on for the PowerPort providing detachable storm protection. TotalPower Solutions provides integrated electrical infrastructure design services for marina and RV park installations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• PowerPort: Premium marine power pedestal with 400-ampere capacity and PowerSnap panel technology for marina applications.
• EnergyMate
• FirePedestal
• LightCenter
• HydroLocker
• PowerSnap
• TotalPower Solutions

Products and services

• PowerPort Premium marine power pedestal with four functional built-in sides, 400-ampere capacity, and PowerSnap panel technology. Features receptacles from 20A to 100A to accommodate varied vessel power requirements. Designed for marina and outdoor establishments.
• EnergyMate Compact, affordable marina and RV power pedestal delivering 120 amperes of power in a small footprint. Features PowerSnap panel technology. Ideal for marinas, RV campgrounds, and residential docks.
• PowerPort RV RV-specific variant of the PowerPort pedestal designed for RV parks and campgrounds, with the ability to add other utilities in a clean all-in-one power pedestal configuration.
• EnergyMate RV RV-specific variant of the EnergyMate pedestal for RV parks and campgrounds, offering a compact footprint with PowerSnap technology for power distribution at recreational vehicle sites.
• FirePedestal Marine fire extinguisher and fire cabinet unit featuring durable UV-protected case, break-away door with locking mechanism, and heavy-duty powder-coated 6061 aluminum stand. Compatible with most standard 10-pound fire extinguishers (up to 13 lbs).
• LightCenter Boat dock lighting solution with corrosion, impact, and UV resistant polymer body. Features photo-cell activated 360-degree downward lighting with LED bulb, available in white, blue, or green lid colors with clear, amber, or blue lens options.
• HydroLocker Dock storage lockers in two configurations: triangular (50 inch, 14 cubic feet) and rectangular (78 inch, 25 cubic feet). Made of UV-stabilized polyethylene with impact and crack resistance, compatible with standard 2-inch padlocks.
• PowerSnap Hurricane Weather Base Optional detachable base add-on for the PowerPort pedestal that enables removal of the power head in under 5 minutes for protection during hurricanes, floods, or winterization. Bases are covered with weather cap to protect terminal bar.
• TotalPower Solutions Integrated electrical design and infrastructure service for marinas and RV parks, including layout optimization, load distribution, and components such as substations, panelboards, transformers, wiring, and cabling from a single source.

Quantifiable outcome

• Panel changes can be completed in minutes without electrician
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature6 records

Scale indicators4 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Legrand: Legrand is a large incumbent in wiring devices, power distribution, and outdoor electrical infrastructure. Its marine and outdoor-rated product lines are adjacent competitors to HyPower's pedestal and receptacle business.
• Schneider Electric: Schneider Electric is a global power distribution and electrical equipment incumbent that could credibly enter or expand into the marine/RV pedestal niche. Its broad portfolio of switchgear, panelboards, and energy management systems sets the competitive ceiling HyPower must defend against.
• Siemens: Siemens is a broad incumbent in power distribution switchgear, panelboards, and infrastructure solutions used in commercial and industrial facilities. While not a marine specialist, its scale and channel reach pose a long-term competitive threat to specialty pedestal makers.
• ABB: ABB manufactures low- and medium-voltage switchgear, panelboards, and electrical distribution equipment that overlaps with the category of products HyPower produces. As a global incumbent, ABB represents a potential acquirer or entrant into the marine pedestal space.

Direct peers

• SmartPlug Systems: SmartPlug designs marine and RV shore-power connection systems emphasizing safety and ease of use. It is an emerging direct peer in the same marina/RV power delivery category where HyPower's PowerSnap and receptacle portfolio competes.
• Hubbell: Hubbell manufactures wiring devices, marine electrical products, and shore-power solutions that overlap with HyPower's pedestal and receptacle business. Its marine-grade receptacles, breakers, and pedestals make it a direct competitor in marina and dock power distribution.
• Furrion: Furrion provides electrical, lighting, and power management products targeted at the RV and marine markets. Its shore-power pedestals and accessories compete with HyPower's PowerPort RV, EnergyMate RV, and LightCenter lines.
• Marinco (by Enerpac / Actuant): Marinco is a leading marine electrical brand specializing in shore power, inlets, connectors, and related products used in marinas and on boats. It directly overlaps with HyPower's power delivery and receptacle offering for the marine channel.
• Eaton (Marina Power & Lighting): Eaton's Marina Power & Lighting business is a direct competitor in marine shore-power pedestals, offering comparable product tiers aimed at marinas and boatyards. Eaton is a much larger electrical equipment conglomerate, but its marina line competes head-to-head with HyPower PowerPort and EnergyMate.

Emerging players

• Kussmaul Electronics: Kussmaul Electronics makes power management and electrical products for the emergency vehicle and RV markets, including chargers and load management. It is an emerging player adjacent to HyPower's RV EnergyMate and TotalPower Solutions offerings.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/HydroHoist
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/PowerPedestal
• Facebookfacebook.com/powerpedestal
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/hypower

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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