Aqua-Chem dives into water treatment industry

Aqua-Chem, Inc. has acquired Houston-based Specific Equipment Company , a provider of fluid-handling systems for the petroleum industry, resort hotels and other industry segments. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Specific is Aqua-Chem’s second acquisition in less than two years. Matrix, acquired in October 2008, also provides reverse osmosis systems for marine and land-based applications.

David Gensterblum, Aqua-Chem’s President and CEO, said, “With a proven track record in providing offshore watermaking applications, helicopter refueling systems and potable and sanitary water pressure sets, Specific strengthens our capabilities across key customer industries. At the same time, the acquisition will extend Aqua-Chem’s reach to markets outside of the US, particularly South America and Mexico, where there is a great need for high-purity water. Now, more than ever, Aqua-Chem is a ‘one-stop’ solution provider for a full range of desalination systems, offering the optimal solution for every application.”

Specific President Phil Shrader will remain with Aqua-Chem and actively manage the Specific division.

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