Pentek

Name

Pentek

Legal name

Pentek, Inc.

Website

https://pentekusa.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1981

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Decontamination Equipment

NAICS

Industrial and Commercial Fan and Blower and Air Purification Equipment Manufacturing (333413), Hazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal (562211)

SIC

Industrial & Commercial Fans & Blowers & Air Purifing Equip (3564)

akta.pro primary industry

Dust Collection & Air Filtration Equipment (Industrial) (IMAHALAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Hazardous Materials Abatement (Asbestos, Lead, PCBs) in Nuclear Facilities (EUAKAFAF), Chemical Tank Cleaning, Decontamination & Turnaround Waste Services (BPALAHAH), Hazardous Waste Management (Collection/Treatment/Disposal) (IMAIAFAI)

Keywords

• Dustless surface decontamination
• HEPA vacuum systems
• Nuclear decontamination equipment
• Lead paint abatement tools
• Concrete scabbling robots

Headquarters

HQ city

Pennsylvania Furnace

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Equipment Sales: Sale of proprietary decontamination equipment including VAC-PAC vacuum systems, Corner-Cutter, Roto-Peen Scaler, SQUIRREL series tools, MOOSE and WallWalker robots, and accessories/consumables. Equipment available in standard and custom configurations.
2. Equipment Rental: Weekly rental of all products from power tools to MOOSE Scabbling Robot. Designed for projects not organized for capital equipment purchase. Includes turnkey systems with compressor and accessories. Global availability for US entities and international customers.
3. Custom Engineering: Custom engineering solutions for applications requiring modifications to standard hand tools, vacuum, and robotic systems. Includes custom wireless MOOSE configurations, remote operation systems, and specialized attachments.
4. Equipment Overhaul & Refurbishment: Refurbishment services including worn part replacement, damage repair, and repainting. Provides economical alternative to replacement with factory warranty. Discounts available for rental customers.
5. Training & Demonstrations: Free training on tool operation and procedures at Pittsburgh facility. Field demonstrations available for on-site evaluation at customer facilities for service charge covering travel expenses. Certifications including DOE/NRC Radiation Worker, 40-Hour HazWoper, OSHA Lead Supervisor/Worker.
6. Field Services: On-site supervision and consulting services for contractors using Pentek power tools and HEPA vacuums. Includes referral to partner company CR/X Environmental Services specializing in Pentek equipment deployment.
7. Water and Industrial Filters: Sale of filtration products including water filters, air filters, industrial filters, and commercial filters. Includes filter cartridges, housings, RO systems, filter bags, and custom engineered solutions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Pentek designs, engineers, and manufactures integrated dustless surface decontamination equipment used primarily for hazardous material removal (lead paint, PCBs, radiological contamination) from nuclear facilities, bridges, infrastructure, and industrial structures. The company's offering combines high-performance HEPA vacuum and drumming systems with shrouded pneumatic power tools and remote robotic systems, enabling single-step removal, collection, and drum packaging of hazardous waste without respirators or containment structures. Pentek also distributes commercial, industrial, and water filtration products and provides related services including equipment rental, custom engineering, refurbishment, and training.

Product overview

Pentek offers a comprehensive integrated dustless decontamination system comprising HEPA vacuum and waste collection equipment (VAC-PAC® and Compact Vac), shrouded pneumatic power tools (Corner-Cutter®, Roto-Peen Scaler, and SQUIRREL® series), and remote robotic systems (MOOSE® and WallWalker®). These products work together as a unified system—the VAC-PAC® serves as the central HEPA vacuum that connects to all power tools via vacuum hoses, capturing hazardous dust at the source and depositing waste directly into sealed drums. The system eliminates the need for respirators or containment structures for most applications. Pentek also offers a separate water and industrial filtration product line including commercial and industrial filters. Services include equipment rental, custom engineering, refurbishment, training, and field support. Founded in 1981, Pentek serves nuclear, commercial, industrial, and government markets worldwide.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• VAC-PAC: High Performance HEPA Vacuum and Drumming System - the core product line for dustless surface decontamination
• Corner-Cutter
• Roto-Peen
• MOOSE
• WallWalker
• SQUIRREL-I
• SQUIRREL-II
• SQUIRREL-III
• Compact Vac
• Wet Separator

Products and services

• VAC-PAC HEPA Vacuum and Drumming System High-performance HEPA vacuum and drumming system with two-stage filtration (95% at 1 micron first stage, 99.97% at 0.3 microns HEPA), self-cleaning filters with up to 1-year life, and automatic waste drum filling with controlled-seal technology. Configurable from 150-600 CFM capacity with 3-6 tool ports and 200ft hose reach. Used by nuclear facilities, government agencies, and industrial contractors for dustless removal of hazardous materials.
• Compact Vac Portable man-portable HEPA vacuum ideal for single-person spot-cleaning operations. Features two-stage filtration (99.5% at 2 microns first stage, 99.97% at 0.3 microns HEPA) and holds approximately 50 square feet of removed material. Available in pneumatic compressor or electric options.
• Corner-Cutter Needle Gun Shrouded needle gun with interchangeable vacuum shrouds for scarifying hard-to-access areas including corners, door frames, rivets, and piping. Features multiple high-speed reciprocating needles (2mm, 3mm, or 4mm diameter options) conforming to complex surface contours. Scabbles 30-60 linear ft/hr on edges/corners, 20-30 sq ft/hr on flat surfaces. Connects to the VAC-PAC system for dustless operation.
• Roto-Peen Scaler Rotary scaling tool for rapid dustless coatings removal from flat surfaces using 3M Heavy Duty Roto-Peen Flaps with tungsten carbide cutters. Includes interchangeable cutting media: 3M Flaps for paint removal, Star Cutter for aggressive concrete removal, and CAW for soft surfaces. Scales 40-50 sq ft/hr. Available in standard or right-angle configuration.
• SQUIRREL-I Scabbler Single piston scabbler for spot remediation of deeply settled hot spots on floors and walls. Uses 2¼-inch diameter 9-point tungsten carbide-tipped bit for aggressive scabbling. Scabbles 25-30 sq ft/hr at ¼-inch depth. Weight: 37.5 lbs.
• SQUIRREL-II Scabbler Single piston scabbler specifically designed for following and cleaning cracks and expansion joints in concrete floors. Features floating work head with pneumatic illumination sighting hole and depth control up to 2 inches. Scabbles 50-60 linear ft/hr at ¼-inch depth. Weight: 180 lbs.
• SQUIRREL-III Floor Scabbler Wheeled floor scabbler with three high-speed reciprocating tungsten carbide-tipped pistons for concrete floors and slabs. Gets into tight spaces near corners, floor penetrations, and under protruding equipment. Scabbles 20-30 sq ft/hr at 1/16-inch depth. Weight: 50 lbs. Can interface with HAKO and Nilfisk industrial vacuums in addition to Pentek's VAC-PAC.
• MOOSE Scabbling Robot Remotely operated floor scabbling robot for large concrete floors and slabs with exceptional production rates. Features seven independent reciprocating tungsten carbide-tipped bits delivering 1,200 hammer impacts per minute. Equipped with dual-stage HEPA vacuum system and on-board 23-gallon waste drum. Six-wheeled chassis with dual DC motors allows 360° pirouette. Scabbles 250-450 sq ft/hr at 1/16-inch depth. Weight: 1,650 lbs. Eliminates operator exposure during hazardous material removal.
• WallWalker Robotic System Automated programmable system that traverses walls using two computer-controlled winches for surface decontamination, preparation, painting, inspection, and surveillance. Supports scabbling, hydroblasting, CO2, baking soda, chemical, laser, and abrasive blasting operations. Can handle fuel storage tanks, waste storage basins, ship hulls, and multi-story buildings.
• Water Filters Product Line Comprehensive line of water filtration products including S1 Series pleated cellulose sediment filters, R Series pleated polyester filters, P Series spun-bonded polypropylene, DGD dual-gradient density, CW/WP polypropylene wound, and CRE ceramic filters. Used for drinking water, commercial, industrial, and wastewater filtration applications.
• Commercial Filters Product Line Commercial filter products including filter cartridges, filter bags, reverse osmosis systems, and housings (plastic, steel, stainless steel). Brands available include 3M, Pentair, Everpure, KX, GE Hytrex, and Global filters. Used for commercial water treatment, food service, and light industrial applications.
• Industrial Filters Product Line Industrial filtration solutions including filter cartridges, filter bags, strainers, and housings for maritime, environmental remediation, food, injection molding, pools, fountains, and sanitary systems. Brands include GE Hytrex. Used for industrial process filtration and high-volume water treatment.
• Equipment Rental Program Weekly rental of all products from power tools to MOOSE Scabbling Robot. Designed for projects not organized for capital equipment purchase. Includes turnkey systems with compressor and accessories. Equipment must be decontaminated before returning. Owner Club discounts available for rental customers who convert to buyers. Global availability for US entities and international customers.
• Custom Engineering Services Custom engineering solutions for applications requiring modifications to standard hand tools, vacuum, and robotic systems. Includes custom wireless MOOSE configurations, remote operation systems, and specialized attachments. Includes design and fabrication of custom solutions for unique customer requirements.
• Equipment Overhaul & Refurbishment Refurbishment services including worn part replacement, damage repair, and repainting. Provides economical alternative to replacement with factory warranty. Discounts available for rental customers.
• Training & Demonstrations Free training on tool operation and procedures at Pittsburgh facility. Field demonstrations available for on-site evaluation at customer facilities for service charge covering travel expenses. Certifications including DOE/NRC Radiation Worker, 40-Hour HazWoper, OSHA Lead Supervisor/Worker.

Quantifiable outcome

• Lead exposure levels: 0.1-1 μg/m³ (vs OSHA PEL of 50 μg/m³ and Action Level of 30 μg/m³)
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers26 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature10 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• CR/X Environmental Services, Inc.minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReferral partnership for contracting services. CR/X Environmental Services specializes in the use of Pentek equipment and is recommended to customers requiring contracting assistance for projects using Pentek power tools and HEPA vacuums.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Husqvarna Construction: Broad construction-equipment incumbent offering surface-preparation grinders, scarifiers, and dust collectors. Overlaps with Pentek's surface-preparation tools but as part of a much wider construction portfolio.
• Atlas Copco: Broad industrial-equipment incumbent with pneumatic tools, compressors, and surface-preparation product lines (including legacy MMLJ wet-blasting). Competes broadly with Pentek via its construction-tools portfolio.
• 3M: Global industrial conglomerate supplying abrasives (including Pentek's OEM-distributed 3M Roto-Peen Flaps), coatings, and safety products. Adjacent/incumbent in the same end-markets rather than a direct decontamination-equipment competitor.

Direct peers

• Nederman: Specialist in industrial air filtration, fume extraction, and dust collection. Competes with Pentek's VAC-PAC HEPA vacuum line in capturing airborne contaminants at industrial worksites.
• HAKO: Industrial and commercial cleaning equipment manufacturer. Listed as a compatible third-party vacuum for Pentek's SQUIRREL-III and competes in adjacent industrial-cleaning categories.
• Clemco Industries: Long-standing U.S. manufacturer of abrasive blasting equipment and surface-preparation systems. Competes with Pentek by offering traditional blasting methods that Pentek's dustless systems are positioned against on cost, safety, and waste-volume grounds.
• Blastrac: Manufacturer of dustless surface preparation and shot-blasting equipment for concrete and steel. Direct competitor to Pentek's dustless scabbling and coating-removal product line (SQUIRREL, MOOSE, Roto-Peen) in infrastructure and industrial markets.
• Nilfisk: Global manufacturer of industrial and commercial vacuums. Listed by Pentek as a compatible third-party vacuum for the SQUIRREL-III system, and competes in the same industrial HEPA-vacuum category that Pentek's VAC-PAC addresses.

Emerging players

• Dustless Blasting: Emerging player offering mobile dustless wet-blasting systems for paint and coating removal. Targets a similar dustless-removal value proposition to Pentek's Corner-Cutter and Roto-Peen, particularly in lead-paint and marine applications.

Others

• CR/X Environmental Services: Referral partner of Pentek specializing in deploying Pentek equipment for contracting services. A channel/ecosystem partner rather than a competitor.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks4 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance7 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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