HFE PROCESS

What HFE PROCESS does

HFE PROCESS is a private, founder-owned manufacturer of engineered water and wastewater pump stations, headquartered in Inola (Tulsa), Oklahoma. Founded in 1985 by Ken Ward through the asset purchase of a similar firm, the company designs and builds complete pump station packages — including hybrid wet well mounted stations, buried steel chamber stations, self-prime stations, package vaults, storm water stations, water booster stations with and without enclosures, and arcing bar screens. Its core technological differentiation is the patented hydraulic profile used in above-ground sewage lift stations and an integrated Station Centre Controller that combines a color touchscreen HMI and PLC in a single unit, programmed with a single software environment and offering SCADA-ready communications via radio, telephone, cellular, and ethernet.

The company operates a UL-certified factory enabling UL listings on both controls and complete pump stations, and performs in-house controls programming as part of system integration, which it cites as a quality-control differentiator. Products are configured for voltages from 115VAC single phase through 460VAC three phase and span capacities from compact fiberglass-enclosed units to large multi-pump booster stations exceeding 30,000 GPM housed in fiberglass buildings.

HFE PROCESS serves municipal water/wastewater authorities, industrial facilities, and commercial properties through a network of independent manufacturers representatives. Its domestic US market is supplemented by international sales into the Western Pacific and Middle East regions. Revenue is generated primarily through hardware sales of engineered pump stations, custom control panels, and related system-integration services; pricing is quote-based and tailored to customer specifications with no publicly disclosed price list. The named team is small (founder/operator, administrative, treasurer, controls/mechanical lead, and welder/fabricator), consistent with a tightly-held specialty manufacturer rather than a scaled industrial OEM.

Name

HFE PROCESS

Legal name

HFE PROCESS

Website

https://hfeprocess.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1985

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

HFE PROCESS is a private, founder-owned Oklahoma manufacturer of engineered water and wastewater pump stations, custom control panels, and SCADA-ready automation, serving municipal, industrial, and commercial customers in the United States, Western Pacific, and Middle East since 1985.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Water and Wastewater Pump Station Manufacturing

NAICS

Pump and Compressor Manufacturing (33391)

SIC

Pumps & Pumping Equipment (3561)

akta.pro primary industry

Pump Stations, Lift Stations & Booster Stations Construction (IMAFAGAD)

Keywords

• Water pump stations
• Wastewater lift stations
• Pump control panels
• Storm water pumping
• Water booster systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Inola

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

Revenue model

1. Pump Station Equipment Sales: Sale of engineered water and wastewater pump stations including wet well mounted stations, steel chamber buried stations, self prime stations, water booster stations, and storm water stations. Systems are pre-programmed and tested in factory before shipment.
2. Custom Control Systems: Production of customized pump control panels designed for various voltages (115VAC, 230VAC single phase; 208VAC, 230VAC, 460VAC three phase). Includes UL Listed control panels and solid state starters such as soft start and variable speed drives.
3. System Integration: In-house controls programming and system integration as part of quality control in engineered pump stations. Includes SCADA integration services for pump station operation into networks via radio, telephone, cellular and ethernet links.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

HFE PROCESS designs, manufactures, and integrates engineered water and wastewater pump stations and related controls for municipal, industrial, and commercial customers. The company produces wet well mounted stations, buried steel chamber stations, self-prime stations, storm water stations, water booster stations, custom control panels, and screening equipment, with in-house programming of PLC-based controls and SCADA integration.

Product overview

HFE PROCESS is a specialized manufacturer of water and wastewater pump stations and related equipment serving municipal, industrial, and commercial markets. The product portfolio centers on twelve core product lines: Wet Well Mounted Duplex (Hybrid) and Triplex Stations, Steel Chamber Buried Duplex Station, Self Prime Station, Package Vault, Storm Water Station, Water Booster Duplex Station, Water Booster Station with Building, and Arcing Bar Screen. These mechanical products are complemented by add-on control modules including Pump Controls, the Station Centre Controller (touchscreen HMI/PLC combo), and Automation & Communication systems with SCADA integration. The modular architecture allows customers to select pump stations and add control/communication features as needed, with in-house manufacturing of all control systems for quality assurance.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Wet Well Mounted Duplex Station (Hybrid) Classic hybrid wet well mounted station combining horizontal maintenance-friendly features of Self Prime Pumps with high efficiencies of Dry Pit Non-Clog Pumps. Handles heads up to 320 feet, horsepower up to 150, and single pump capacities exceeding 5,000 GPM.
• Wet Well Mounted Triplex Station Three-pump wet well mounted station designed for applications with occasional heavier flow rates. Accommodates 6-foot, 8-foot or larger wet wells and allows mix-and-match of pump sizes to handle severe flow variances.
• Steel Chamber Buried Duplex Station Underground lift stations with integrated environmental systems for ventilation, lighting, dehumidification, and casual water removal. Pump chambers can be buried 15-40 feet with round chambers of 8-12 feet diameter.
• Self Prime Station Engineered stations built with internally primed pumps and external piping connections. Allows maintenance access without disturbing factory installed pipe and valving, with quick belt tensioning adjustments and optional auxiliary pump connection.
• Package Vault Low profile, compact alternative to flooded valve pits with lightweight fiberglass cover. Includes exhaust fan, heater, wet well vent, and seal-welded discharge piping to steel baseplate. Configurations cover 4-6 foot diameter wet wells.
• Storm Water Station High volume storm water service with 12 to 30 inch pumps, engineered by application. May include priming features or flooded suction design. Volumes up to 30,000 GPM available.
• Water Booster Duplex Station Water pressure booster stations with UL Listed control panels as standard. Features pressure maintenance using variable speed pump operation and hydropneumatic systems. Pump rates exceed 1,500 GPM in low profile stations.
• Water Booster Station with Building Pump stations enclosed in fiberglass buildings for regional or primary roles in larger distribution systems. Available with 2-6 pumps exceeding 30,000 GPM. Buildings feature encapsulated walls, roof structure, and non-corrosive fiberglass construction.
• Arcing Bar Screen Screening equipment with optional rack metallurgy, bar thickness, and gap width configurations. Screens fit channel depths of 2-8 feet and widths of 1-4 feet. Plant sizes from 0.4 MGD to 8 MGD.
• Pump Controls Customized control panels designed for various voltages including 115VAC, 230VAC Single Phase and 208VAC, 230VAC, 460VAC Three Phase. Features range from basic float switch level activation to sophisticated PLC-driven panels with solid state starters and variable speed drives.
• Station Centre Controller Color touchscreen HMI display and PLC in a single unit using a single programming software. Communications capable for alarm reporting via text messaging, email, or voice. SCADA ready with radio, ethernet, landline, and cellular communication options. Configurations available for wastewater, potable water, and irrigation systems.
• Automation and Communication Programmable Controllers (PLC) with touchscreen HMI providing operator control of pump function and ancillary equipment. Includes SCADA integration via radio, telephone, cellular, and ethernet links for remote alarm and operating condition reporting.

Quantifiable outcome

• Pump heads up to 320 Feet of Water in single stage pump configurations
• +3 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Broad incumbents

• KSB: KSB is a European-headquartered pump and valve manufacturer serving water supply, wastewater, and industrial process markets. Its municipal pumping stations and lift station offerings compete with HFE in both domestic and international tenders.
• Xylem: Xylem is a global water technology company offering pumps (including Flygt submersibles), treatment systems, and integrated solutions. While much larger and broader, Xylem competes with HFE on lift stations, booster stations, and pump controls for municipal markets.
• ITT Goulds Pumps: ITT Goulds Pumps is a major manufacturer of centrifugal pumps for water, wastewater, and industrial process applications. Its pump products and engineered systems compete with HFE's pumping equipment in municipal and industrial segments.
• Flowserve: Flowserve is a global manufacturer of pumps, valves, seals, and related fluid handling equipment for water, wastewater, and industrial applications. Its engineered pump systems compete with HFE's integrated pump stations in municipal and industrial markets.
• Pentair: Pentair is a diversified water treatment and flow technologies company with pumping solutions for municipal and commercial applications. Its water booster systems and pump stations overlap with HFE's booster station product line.
• Sulzer: Sulzer is a major pump and rotating equipment manufacturer serving water, wastewater, and industrial markets globally. Its pump stations and pumping systems overlap with HFE's offerings, particularly for municipal and industrial water applications.
• EBARA Corporation: EBARA is a Japanese pump manufacturer with significant presence in water and wastewater pumping equipment globally. Its municipal and industrial pumping products overlap with HFE's water booster and lift station offerings, particularly relevant given HFE's Western Pacific market exposure.

Direct peers

• Smith & Loveless: Smith & Loveless is a direct competitor manufacturing factory-built pump stations, lift stations, and water/wastewater treatment systems for municipal markets. Both companies offer above-ground and below-ground pump station designs with integrated controls, making them the closest peer in the engineered pump station niche.
• Romtec Utilities: Romtec Utilities designs and manufactures pump stations and lift stations for water, wastewater, and stormwater applications. Both companies serve municipal customers with pre-engineered, factory-built pump station systems with integrated controls.
• USEMCO: USEMCO manufactures factory-built pump stations and lift stations for municipal water and wastewater applications. As a similarly-sized specialty manufacturer of pre-engineered pump stations with integrated controls, it is a closely comparable direct peer to HFE PROCESS.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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