Harvey Industries, Inc.

What Harvey Industries, Inc. does

Harvey Industries, Inc. is a privately held, family-owned custom exhaust extraction system manufacturer founded in 1946 and headquartered in a single facility at 935 Moe Dr, Akron, Ohio. The company designs, manufactures, and installs source-capture systems that remove vehicle and industrial emissions from enclosed facilities, serving a diverse mix of end markets including heavy-duty trucking fleets, public transit bus depots, automotive repair shops, energy generators, recycling operations, welding and metalworking shops, process industry facilities, and material handling warehouses.

Core products are mechanical and custom-engineered per facility, including the proprietary Telescopically® telescopic overhead drop family (Models TS-30 and TS-40), the HRX-812 elliptical aluminum exhaust rail with shared-bay trolley drops, automatic retractable hose reels rated to 600°F, standard fixed overhead drops, underground floor-recessed systems, AMCA-certified industrial blowers compliant with Standard 210, and Thru-the-Door/wall extraction systems. Systems are differentiated by features such as non-crush neoprene rubber tubing, Twist-Lock hose connectors, and pinned-joint rail assemblies, and are backed by a standard two-year warranty.

The business model is direct manufacturer-to-customer with no intermediaries. Revenue is generated through one-time custom equipment sales, aftermarket replacement parts and accessories, and professional site evaluation services. Pricing is fully quote-based with no published rates, reflecting the custom engineering required for each facility. Marketing relies on an active educational blog, a product catalog website, and inbound phone/contact-form inquiries, supported by a small 13-person team operating as a single-site in-house manufacturer with nationwide U.S. service reach.

Name

Harvey Industries, Inc.

Legal name

Harvey Industries, Inc

Website

https://harveyexhaust.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1946

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Harvey Industries is a privately held, family-owned custom manufacturer of industrial vehicle exhaust extraction systems, founded in 1946 in Akron, Ohio. It designs, builds, and installs overhead rails, telescopic drops, hose reels, blowers, and underground systems for trucking, transit, automotive, welding, and material handling facilities nationwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Exhaust Extraction Systems

NAICS

Industrial and Commercial Fan and Blower and Air Purification Equipment Manufacturing (333413)

SIC

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

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYIMAHALAF

Dust Collection & Air Filtration Equipment (Industrial)

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Industrial Machinery & Heavy Equipment/Industrial Cleaning & Maintenance Equipment

Keywords

• Vehicle exhaust extraction
• Industrial blower systems
• Exhaust rail systems
• Custom manufacturing solutions
• Overhead exhaust drops

Headquarters

HQ city

Akron

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. Custom Exhaust Extraction System Sales: Harvey Industries designs, manufactures, and sells custom-built exhaust extraction systems including overhead rail systems, hose reels, underground systems, blowers, and components. Systems are custom-designed for each facility based on site evaluations. Revenue is generated through direct sales of manufactured equipment and installation services.
2. Aftermarket Parts and Accessories: Replacement parts, components, and accessories for existing Harvey exhaust extraction systems including hoses, tailpipe adapters, floor fittings, dampers, and filtration components.
3. Professional Site Evaluation Services: Expert site evaluations to ensure that every system is optimized for maximum efficiency and effectiveness in each facility.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Harvey Industries, Inc. designs, manufactures, and sells custom-built vehicle and industrial exhaust extraction systems including overhead rail systems, telescopic drop systems, automatic retractable hose reels, underground concealed systems, and AMCA-certified industrial blowers. All systems are custom-designed per facility following professional site evaluations and are built in-house in Akron, Ohio, serving a nationwide U.S. customer base across multiple industries.

Product overview

Harvey Industries, Inc. is an in-house manufacturer of custom industrial exhaust extraction systems serving various industries including heavy-duty trucking, public transportation, automotive, energy, recycling, welding, metalworking, process industry, and material handling. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of exhaust extraction products built in the USA since 1946. The core product line includes overhead exhaust rail systems (HRX-812), telescopic drop systems (TS-30, TS-40), automatic retractable hose reels, standard overhead fixed-drop systems, underground concealed floor-recessed systems, industrial blowers (AMCA-certified), and thru-door/wall exhaust systems. These are complemented by a full range of accessories including twist-lock rubber hoses, tailpipe adapters, Y harnesses, dampers, and duct couplers. The company provides professional site evaluations and custom system design, with all products backed by a standard two-year warranty. Systems are designed to meet OSHA, NFPA, and local building code requirements.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Telescopically® Overhead Exhaust Drop System (TS-30/TS-40) Telescopically designed overhead exhaust drop system with three sliding tube lengths and non-crush neoprene rubber tubing, designed for vehicle service bay overhead extraction where tailpipes may be driven over.
• HRX-812 Exhaust Rail System Elliptical aluminum overhead exhaust rail with easy-glide trolley assembly enabling shared-bay drops, pinned joints, gasketed seams, and compatibility with standard TS-30 drops or hose reels.
• Automatic Retractable Hose Reel Carbon spring-operated hose reel with automatic recoil, lock, and latch; ships with silicone fiberglass exhaust hose (internal wire helix, high-heat resistant to 600°F), connecting tube, tailpipe adapter, and stop collar.
• Standard Overhead Fixed-Drop Exhaust Systems Fixed overhead exhaust systems mounted approximately 1 foot behind vehicle bumpers with standard 20-foot hose drops, pull-up sets (Skyhooks #1-4), balancers, couplers, and Y harnesses for dual-exhaust vehicles.
• Underground Concealed Exhaust Systems Floor-recessed underground exhaust extraction systems with plastic molded floor fittings and cast aluminum lids, including plug-in systems, dynamometer and heavy-equipment floor fittings, diesel canes, recovery units, and portable exhaust kits.
• AMCA-Certified Industrial Exhaust Blowers Heavy-duty industrial blowers in direct drive and belt drive configurations with welded housings, variable speed drives, backward or forward curve wheels, and eight-direction discharge options, compliant with AMCA Standard 210 and accompanied by weather covers, dampers, vibration pads, belt guards, and chemical-resistant coatings.
• Harvey Thru-the-Door Exhaust System Cast aluminum door port exhaust systems for vehicle tailpipe extraction through rear service doors, with complementary thru-wall stainless steel wall tube assemblies for side wall installations.
• Twist-Lock Non-Crush Rubber Exhaust Hose Heat-resistant non-crush rubber exhaust hose rated beyond 550°F with twist-lock connectors that join multiple hose lengths without separate coupling hardware, available with rubber or stainless steel tailpipe adapters.
• Aftermarket Components and Accessories Aftermarket replacement parts and accessories for existing Harvey systems, including AR Series rubber stack/tailpipe adapters, flush mount and stainless tapered adapters, hose couplers, hose guides, floor fittings, cast aluminum Y fittings, energy-saving dampers, elbows, and overhead duct couplers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Systems designed to meet or exceed OSHA, NFPA, and local building code requirements for air quality and fire safety compliance.
• +2 more outcomes

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• CarTailor (Norco Industries): CarTailor, a brand of Norco Industries, makes vehicle exhaust extraction systems and related shop equipment for automotive service facilities. The product mix is directly comparable to Harvey's overhead and retractable hose reel offerings for the same commercial garage customer base.
• John Dow Industries: John Dow Industries manufactures vehicle exhaust extraction equipment including hose reels, overhead systems, and adapters for the automotive service industry. They are a direct competitor in the aftermarket parts and full-system categories where Harvey also operates.
• Master Control Systems: Master Control Systems designs and builds custom exhaust extraction systems for automotive, truck, and bus maintenance facilities, with a product range closely mirroring Harvey's overhead rails, underground systems, and hose reel offerings. Both companies target the same heavy-duty fleet and transit agency buyers.
• Plymovent: Plymovent specializes in vehicle exhaust extraction and industrial air filtration with overhead rail systems, telescopic drops, hose reels, and underground systems that directly compete with Harvey's core product line. They serve the same fleet maintenance, transit depot, and automotive service customer base across multiple geographies.
• Fume-A-Vent (FAV): Fume-A-Vent manufactures vehicle exhaust extraction systems including overhead rail and hose reel solutions for automotive shops, dealerships, and fleet facilities — directly overlapping with Harvey's product offerings and target customer segments in North America.

Broad incumbents

• Donaldson Company: Donaldson is a large diversified industrial filtration manufacturer serving industrial air, dust collection, and fume extraction markets well beyond vehicle exhaust. While broader than Harvey's niche, they are a relevant comparable as a global filtration equipment incumbent whose products can substitute for some use cases.
• Parker Hannifin (Industrial Filtration): Parker Hannifin's Industrial Filtration division manufactures air filtration, dust collection, and industrial gas handling equipment across a broad portfolio. While their scope is far wider than Harvey, they represent the type of scaled industrial incumbent that competes for larger air-handling installations in shared customer accounts.
• Nederman: Nederman is the global market leader in industrial air filtration and vehicle exhaust extraction systems, offering overhead rails, hose reels, and vehicle exhaust extraction solutions comparable to Harvey's product portfolio. Harvey is a smaller, US-focused specialist competing in the same product category with direct overlap in fleet maintenance, transit, and automotive service markets.

Emerging players

• Filcar America: Filcar America supplies vehicle exhaust extraction systems, including hose reels and overhead solutions, primarily targeting smaller automotive and light commercial shop customers. They overlap with Harvey's automotive and material handling segments with a smaller-scale product portfolio.
• Aeroex Technologies: Aeroex Technologies designs and supplies vehicle exhaust extraction systems, including underground and overhead configurations, serving fleet, transit, and automotive customers. Their product focus and customer verticals meaningfully overlap with Harvey Industries' core offering.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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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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