A Milwaukee firm has bought a local company.

BROOKFIELD, Wis, April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hydrite®, an integrated manufacturer and supplier of chemicals and related services, is pleased to announce its acquisition of Fife Water Services Inc., a supplier of water treatment and water process products and automation, and Precision Polymer Corporation, effective April 26, 2024.HydriteLocated in O'Fallon, Missouri, Fife is a technology-oriented supplier and prides itself on safety, quality products, cost-effective customer solutions, and utilizing water efficiently, the world's most valuable resource, all which align with Hydrite's core values making the acquisition poised for long-term success.Hydrite and Fife have a preexisting, thirty-year-old, personal, and business relationship dating back to 1990 when Fife's founder assisted Hydrite with the growth and development of their water care group. It is exceptionally fitting therefore to announce the acquisition of Fife with Hydrite.The acquisition will expand Hydrite's market reach in the water treatment segment within the food industry. The integration of unique automation and technology will enhance its product offering and expertise to help control wastewater generation and energy use, and address food safety, product integrity, and regulatory challenges faced by food manufacturers.Fife Founder and Chairman of the Board Jim Duffy will support the Fife business unit, while Fife Chief Executive Officer Andrew Kim will manage the business unit and function as primary contact for Fife's existing clients.Hydrite President Kevin Honkamp commented, "This synergistic acquisition strengthens our position and complements our current product offering. Our commitment extends to providing best-in-class service and support, ensuring a seamless integration. Hydrite will be retaining all of Fife's excellent people, and we commit to honoring existing business contracts, service obligations and pricing agreements."About HydriteHydrite, a family-owned company established in 1929, is one of the largest independent providers of chemicals and services in the United States. Headquartered in Brookfield, Wisconsin, Hydrite has manufacturing facilities, warehouses, and laboratories located in Wisconsin, Illinois, Iowa, Indiana, California, and Texas with over 1,000 employees throughout the United States

BROOKFIELD, Wis., Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hydrite is excited to announce the growth and continuous improvement of its food segment allowing them to better support customers in achieving their goals.HydriteWhile the Hydrite food, water, and equipment technology groups have worked closely together, there is a need for the integration of the three as the industries coincide with the support needed to be successful. By integrating their water and equipment technology teams Hydrite offers reduced complexity, improved operational effectiveness, and enhanced partner collaboration all while focusing on sustainability.Hydrite's customer experience team is also undergoing a transition to better support these integrations by focusing on creating innovative and cost-effective ways to prioritize customer success, translate 'Voice of Customer' inputs to drive customer service level strategy and define and implement a customer experience maturity model.The water treatment segment has existed throughout Hydrite's history working closely with the food segment, which is why the need for a dedicated water treatment team within the food segment became apparent. Integrating their food and water segments allows Hydrite to provide the products, support, and service to be a one-stop-shop for chemical products and technical services. The water team consists of a field ready group with expertise in water treatment, boilers, and cooling towers - covering most regions of the United States.Hydrite is also further integrating their equipment technology team to drive innovation within the food industry, focusing on new equipment, processes, and products. This integration increases the team's bandwidth as there is greater collaboration between the segments, all working towards the same goal