IMET

What IMET does

IMET Corporation is a privately held cleantech company headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio that develops and commercializes patented aerobic biological wastewater treatment technology for domestic and industrial applications. The company's modular system uses a porous packed-bed media containing natural and synthetic substrates of varied pore size to sustain high concentrations of diverse aerobic microorganisms in a 100% aerobic environment, maintaining dissolved oxygen levels of 3 ppm or higher. Its product portfolio consists of four core modules — the Treatment Module (ITM) for wastewater treatment plants and high-strength commercial waste, the Remediation Module (IRM) for residential septic systems, the Grease Module (IGM) for grease interceptors and lift stations, and the Vault Module (IVM) for vault toilets — plus an NSF/ANSI 40 & 245-certified residential wastewater treatment system. The technology is protected by at least nine US patents, one European patent, and one Indian patent, with two additional US patents pending, and is supported by NSF/ANSI certifications and state-level approvals in Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, and Ohio.

IMET sells hardware modules bundled with project-specific professional services including custom system sizing, installation support, and hands-on training for contractors, municipal crews, and facility teams. Distribution is sales-led but executed through a growing network of certified regional installers — The Potter's Company in Ohio, Tyndall Septic Systems in New York, and NextGen Septic in Ohio — together with a wholly-owned regional subsidiary, IMET Africa, which covers the African continent. Pricing is bespoke by application and not publicly disclosed. Documented customers include municipal authorities (Ottawa County Ohio; City of Karaburun, Turkey; City of Broadview Heights, Ohio), hospitality operators (Çırağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul; Caribbean and Aruba resorts), educational institutions (Trinity College Connecticut; Chewonki Maine), an RV park in Northeast Ohio, and individual homeowners in Ohio. Customer outcomes reported include 80-95% reductions in CBOD5 at municipal pump stations, BOD below 10 mg/L in residential systems, 50-100% reductions in pumping frequency, and elimination of H2S odors. Geographic reach spans the United States, Turkey, the Caribbean, Bermuda, Aruba, Hawaii, and Africa, with the leadership team of approximately six to seven people including CEO Dr. Mehmet Gencer (co-founder, 9+ US patents) and COO Kaan Gencer (3 US patents).

Name

IMET

Legal name

IMET Corporation

Website

https://imet.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

IMET Corporation is a privately held Cleveland, Ohio-based cleantech company that develops patented modular aerobic biological wastewater treatment systems — sold as ITM, IRM, IGM, and IVM modules — for municipal, residential, hospitality, and remote-site customers across the US, Turkey, the Caribbean, and Africa.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Wastewater Treatment Systems

NAICS

Waste Treatment and Disposal (56221), Remediation Services (562910)

SIC

Special Industry Machinery, Nec (3559)

akta.pro primary industry

Water & Wastewater Treatment Plant Equipment (Clarifiers, Aeration, Membrane Systems) (IMAHAEAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Decentralized/Package Wastewater Systems (Small/Remote) (EUANADAE), Treatment Plant Asset Programs (Process Assets, Electrical/Mechanical Systems) (EUANALAL)

Keywords

• Aerobic wastewater treatment
• Biological treatment modules
• Septic remediation systems
• Grease interceptor modules
• Municipal wastewater treatment

Headquarters

HQ city

Cleveland

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Wastewater Treatment Modules: Sale of modular aerobic biological treatment systems including ITM (Treatment Module), IRM (Remediation Module), IGM (Grease Module), and IVM (Vault Module). Modules are sold with associated air pumps and pump housings.
2. Installation Services: IMET provides installation support directly and through certified installer partners. The company travels throughout the US and internationally to support installations, and provides hands-on training for local contractors and municipal crews.
3. Custom System Design: IMET sizes each project based on site-specific conditions, providing custom configurations for unique applications. Final sizing may require sampling and coordination with engineers, installers, or permitting authorities.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

IMET develops and sells modular aerobic biological wastewater treatment systems based on patented porous packed-bed technology. The company offers a portfolio of drop-in treatment modules — ITM for wastewater treatment plants, IRM for residential septic remediation, IGM for grease interceptors and lift stations, and IVM for vault toilets — along with custom system design, installation support, and hands-on training for contractors and municipal crews. Revenue is generated from hardware module sales and related installation/design services delivered via direct sales and a certified installer network.

Product overview

IMET offers a modular aerobic biological wastewater treatment technology platform consisting of multiple specialized modules designed for diverse applications. The core technology utilizes a porous packed bed media that sustains high concentrations of diverse aerobic microorganisms to treat wastewater through natural biological processes. The product portfolio includes: the Treatment Module (ITM) for wastewater treatment plants and high-strength commercial applications; the Remediation Module (IRM) for residential septic system remediation; the Grease Module (IGM) for grease interceptors and lift stations; and the Vault Module (IVM) for vault toilets. Each module operates as a 'drop-in' aerobic environment system that connects to an air pump, with sizes ranging from 80-450 watts depending on application. The technology is designed to mimic conditions of healthy waterways by maintaining dissolved oxygen levels at or above 3 ppm, enabling nature's biological treatment processes to work efficiently.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ITM (IMET Treatment Module): Treatment module for wastewater treatment plants - scalable from small onsite systems to municipal plants
• IRM (IMET Remediation Module)
• IGM (IMET Grease Module)
• IVM (IMET Vault Module)
• EcoZyme
• InfraMet
• EcoMet

Quantifiable outcome

• 80-95% reduction in CBOD5 levels at municipal pump stations
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• IMET AfricacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIMET Africa serves as the global partner for the African continent, distributing IMET residential septic remediation systems, NSF/ANSI certified residential wastewater treatment systems, and vault toilet solutions. Led by VP Africa Leon Potgieter, the partnership enables IMET technology deployment across Africa.
• The Potter's CompanycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCertified regional installer based in Windsor, Ohio providing installation services for IMET treatment modules. Designed and installed EPA-permitted wastewater treatment system for RV park application. Continues to support IMET installations across Ohio.
• Tyndall Septic SystemscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCertified regional installer based in Brewster, New York providing IMET system installation services for residential and commercial applications in the Northeast region.
• NextGen SepticcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCertified regional installer based in Cincinnati, Ohio. Ongoing collaboration with IMET Corporation to incorporate treatment modules into advanced septic systems, enhancing treatment efficiency, robustness, and certification readiness.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Norweco: Norweco is a US manufacturer of wastewater treatment equipment, including aerobic treatment units, chemical feeders, and grease management products. Directly comparable to IMET as both supply NSF-certified treatment systems for residential, commercial, and municipal applications.
• BioMicrobics: BioMicrobics manufactures small-scale, decentralized wastewater treatment systems using fixed-film biological processes for residential, commercial, and marine applications. Directly comparable to IMET as both target similar end markets with NSF-certified aerobic biological treatment modules.
• Fuji Clean USA: Fuji Clean USA is the US subsidiary of Fuji Clean Co. (Japan), manufacturing decentralized aerobic wastewater treatment systems for residential applications. Directly comparable to IMET as both compete in the NSF-certified residential decentralized wastewater market with similar biological treatment approaches.
• Infiltrator Water Technologies: Infiltrator Water Technologies is a major US manufacturer of septic system components, including treatment units and subsurface absorption products. Directly comparable to IMET as both supply decentralized wastewater treatment equipment for residential and small commercial applications, though Infiltrator focuses more on leaching components.
• Orenco Systems: Orenco Systems is a leading US manufacturer of decentralized wastewater treatment systems, including the AdvanTex textile-media treatment system used for residential and commercial applications. Directly comparable to IMET as both serve municipal, residential, and commercial customers with modular aerobic biological treatment technologies certified to NSF/ANSI standards.
• Jet Inc. Jet Inc. is a US manufacturer of aerobic wastewater treatment systems for residential and commercial applications. Directly comparable to IMET as both produce modular aerobic biological treatment units certified for residential and small commercial wastewater applications.

Broad incumbents

• De Nora Water Technologies: De Nora is a global water treatment technology provider offering disinfection, filtration, and biological treatment solutions for municipal and industrial applications. Comparable to IMET as both supply biological wastewater treatment technology, though De Nora operates as a broad incumbent with a much larger product portfolio and global footprint.
• Xylem: Xylem is a large global water technology company offering wastewater treatment solutions across municipal and industrial segments. Comparable to IMET as both address municipal wastewater treatment, though Xylem operates at vastly larger scale with broader portfolios including pumps, treatment systems, and smart water solutions.
• Aqua-Aerobic Systems: Aqua-Aerobic Systems is a US manufacturer of wastewater treatment equipment and processes for municipal and industrial applications, including aeration, mixing, and biological treatment. Comparable to IMET as both supply aerobic biological wastewater treatment equipment to municipal customers, though Aqua-Aerobic operates at broader scale with deeper municipal relationships.

Emerging players

• AdEdge Water Technologies: AdEdge Water Technologies specializes in water and wastewater treatment systems for smaller municipal and industrial customers, including decentralized and packaged treatment solutions. Comparable to IMET as both serve underserved small-to-mid market municipal and decentralized wastewater opportunities with specialized solutions.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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