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SPX Flow

Engineered process equipment for fluid handling

Overview

SPX FLOW provides engineered process technologies and equipment for nutrition, health, and industrial markets. Its products include pumps, valves, mixers, homogenizers, filters, air dryers, separators, and heat exchangers that enable mixing, separation, and heat transfer in turnkey systems or individual components. The company operates through two segments, Nutrition & Health and Precision Solutions, serving food and beverage, chemical, mining, power, and pharmaceutical industries under brands like APV and LIGHTNIN, with global service networks. Its goal is to help customers improve product quality, yield, and process efficiency while offering aftermarket support across a worldwide footprint.

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About SPX Flow

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Why SPX Flow is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Food & AgricultureHardwareIndustrial & ManufacturingEnergy

Company Size

1-10

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

$4.8B

Headquarters

Charlotte, NC

Founded

2024

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What believers are saying

  • ITT said SPX FLOW drove 35 growth points in Q3 2026 revenue.
  • Management expects over $20 million in 2026 savings, signaling strong integration execution.
  • New 2026 launches, including Kombinator 250 and APV Pilot 4T, support pipeline momentum.

What critics are saying

  • ITT integration pressure can suppress autonomy, career mobility, and local decision-making through 2026.
  • Cincinnati Insurance's 2025 property-damage case and Imperium's 2025 suit extend legal distraction.
  • If ITT strips overlap and centralizes functions, Charlotte roles disappear after 2026 planning cycles.

What makes SPX Flow unique

  • APV, Waukesha, and Lightnin give SPX FLOW entrenched brands in critical processes.
  • ITT closed the $4.775 billion acquisition on March 2, 2026, validating strategic value.
  • Its portfolio spans sanitary food, industrial pumps, and mixing across 25 countries.

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Funding

Total Funding

$4.8B

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1 Rounds

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Company News

Yahoo Finance
Nov 4th, 2026
ITT Q3 revenue jumps 44% to $1.4B on SPX FLOW deal, full-year guidance raised

ITT Inc. raised its full-year guidance after third-quarter revenue rose 44% to $1.4 billion, with organic growth of 8%. The SPX FLOW acquisition contributed 35 points of that growth. Earnings per share fell 15% to $1.38 on acquisition-related costs. Adjusted earnings per share rose 20% to $2.26, and adjusted operating margin rose 140 basis points to 21.0%. Orders increased 58%, or 20% organic. Operating cash flow rose 80% to $313 million. ITT now expects full-year adjusted earnings per share of $8.54 to $8.62 and free cash flow of $600 million to $620 million. Davide Barbon, who heads Motion Technologies, will also lead Connect & Control Technologies. ITT declared a quarterly dividend of $0.386 per share.

ITT Inc.
Dec 6th, 2025
ITT to Acquire SPX FLOW, Significantly Expanding Leadership Position in Highly Engineered Components and Adjacent Flow Technologies | ITT Inc.

Adds core and adjacent flow technologies with market leadership in critical applications Strengthens ITT’s leadership in core industrial, chemical and energy markets; establishes leading positions in attractive, close adjacencies in health and nutrition, enhancing end market mix $1.3 billion   SPX

PR Newswire
May 14th, 2025
From World Fair To World-Class: Gaulin Homogenizers Mark 125 Years Of Innovation

CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- SPX FLOW proudly commemorates 125 years of Gaulin homogenizing technology—part of the APV brand for over 50 years. The first of its kind in the industry, Gaulin homogenizers revolutionized dairy processing by improving product quality and extending shelf life. Today, that legacy of innovation continues to evolve, with homogenizers playing a critical role in shaping the future of dairy, pharmaceutical, cosmetic and chemical processing—supporting smoother mouthfeels, high-gloss finishes and finer emulsions.Whether optimizing energy use, increasing output or enhancing product consistency, APV Gaulin homogenizers remain essential to developing the texture and product characteristics today's processors demand. By helping customers customize their ideal homogenizer, SPX FLOW emphasizes the importance of choosing proven technology—one that is trusted by generations and ready for the future's demands."For 125 years, Gaulin homogenizers have helped shape how the world processes milk, general beverages and more," said Con O'Driscoll, SPX FLOW Global Product Manager for Dispersion Products. "That legacy inspires us every day as we continue evolving our technology to meet new challenges—supporting our customers with reliable performance and the confidence to move forward."125 Years in Review:1899: Auguste Gaulin patented the homogenizer; U.S. approval followed in 1904patented the homogenizer; U.S

PR Newswire
Apr 15th, 2025
Spx Flow Brings Fractionation Leadership To New Plant-Based Food Partnership

CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- SPX FLOW, in partnership with the Danish Agricultural Agency, is proud to announce its participation in the country's newly funded plant-based consortium. Recently launched, the Green Development and Demonstration Program's (GUDP) LinkingOat project will span three years focused on advancing knowledge and technology in oat-based product development.SPX FLOW is contributing pilot-scale oat fractionation expertise to help obtain key oat fractions for further processing in downstream product testing. The project is designed to support the development of healthier, more sustainable plant-based food systems—aligning with the company's sustainability mantra, "Earth Day, Every Day."Explore the membrane fractionation systems behind the project: https://www.spxflow.com/product-types/membrane-filtration-systems"This partnership represents a meaningful step in our ongoing commitment to innovation and sustainability in the food and beverage industry," says Pranav Shah, Global Market Director at SPX FLOW. "We look forward to collaborating with leading researchers and industry players to unlock the full potential of oats as a high-value, functional plant-based ingredient."In addition to technical support and pilot production, SPX FLOW will also provide knowledge-sharing support during lab-scale testing and participate in workshops, trials, knowledge development and collaboration with other consortium members. These members include: Teknologisk Institut, Aarhus Universitet, Dragsbæk A/S, Skarø Is and TRAITOMIC."We are excited to build a dynamic partnership with SPX FLOW, where we can combine our expertise with their technological capabilities," says Karin Loft Eybye, Project Manager at the Danish Technological Institute. "Together, we believe we can set new standards in fractionation technologies and provide insights into how individual protein fractions contribute to the final food product's functionality."The project reinforces SPX FLOW's continued investment in plant-based innovation and builds on its global efforts to develop efficient, scalable and sustainable food processing technologies.About SPX FLOW, Inc.Based in Charlotte, N.C., SPX FLOW, Inc

PR Newswire
Apr 8th, 2025
Enhanced Side-Entry Mixers Offer Reliability And Efficiency For The Toughest Tasks

Updated Plenty TM and STM series side-entry mixers handle the most demanding industrial applications, including oil and gas, biofuels and chemical processingCHARLOTTE, N.C., April 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Plenty®, a part of SPX FLOW's suite of industrial mixing solutions, has introduced an updated version of its proven TM and STM Series Heavy-Duty Side-Entry Mixers. With an enhanced design that offers greater reliability and efficiency, they are built to handle the harshest environments and tasks for some of the most demanding industries, such as crude oil storage, sludge management and other critical mixing applications.To learn more about the TM & STM Series Heavy-Duty Side-Entry Mixers, visit www.spxflow.com/plenty/products/tm-stm-series-belt-drive-heavy-duty-side-entry-mixers/Plenty's TM and STM series mixers are time-tested, offering decades of proven success for customers globally. These mixers are the standard for energy-efficient, safe and low-maintenance mixing solutions with advanced fluid dynamics and state-of-the-art engineering.Features include:Efficiency and performance: High-efficiency impellers and a durable belt drive system that minimize energy consumption while improving fluid movement. Robust sealing systems, durable bearings and a tank shut-off device are designed for longevity with minimal maintenance.High-efficiency impellers and a durable belt drive system that minimize energy consumption while improving fluid movement. Robust sealing systems, durable bearings and a tank shut-off device are designed for longevity with minimal maintenance. Application versatility: Configurable in fixed or swivel-angle designs, the mixers provide flexibility in handling sludge suspension, blending and heat transfer needs.Configurable in fixed or swivel-angle designs, the mixers provide flexibility in handling sludge suspension, blending and heat transfer needs

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