AcuFlow
Metering Pumps & Systems
AcuFlow (formerly HydroFlo) is a US manufacturer based in Irvine, CA, and it is the gold standard in chemical metering pumps, dosing systems, and chemical feed systems. They provide highly accurate and reliable pumps and chemical injection skids for demanding environments with short lead times.
AcuFlow offers a wide range of flow rates from 0.01 GPH up to 1,750 GPH (Simplex) and 3,500 GPH (Duplex) while delivering a metering accuracy of ±1%. Liquid end materials include 316 Stainless Steel, Alloy 20, Hastelloy C, PVC, PVDF, and PTFE.
Customer-Driven Manufacturing
AcuFlow designs metering pumps and chemical feed systems for your specific application. Every pump is bench tested to ensure all quality standards are met.
They believe in listening to the needs of their customers and leveraging the strengths of their employees, processes, and manufacturing technology to solve complex challenges.
History
1972
Hydroflo was established in 1972 by entrepreneur John P. Klembeth, a former design engineer for BIF and Milton Roy Company. Mr. Klembeth’s purpose for Hydroflo Corp. was to fulfill a need in the growing irrigation, fertigation, chemical, water and waste water treatment markets.
Hydroflo quickly became known as a “can do” company because of its ability to deliver quality products promptly. This was achieved through the engineering, manufacturing, assembly, testing, and packaging of both pumps and systems under one roof, aided by Klemco Engineering Inc., also founded by Mr. Klembeth.
The product line initially included simplex and duplex plunger pumps featuring self-adjusting packing. The line was expanded to include the Chem-Injector D line of metering pumps with capacities up to 2500 GPH and pressures to 3000 PSI, along with a full line of accessories including back pressure valves, safety relief valves, calibration columns, pulsation dampeners, electronic capacity controllers, and variable speed drives.
1983
By 1983, Hydroflo/Klemco outgrew its Dublin, PA location and relocated to a new 30,000 square foot facility located in Plumsteadville, PA. This facility served as the manufacturing headquarters for the next 23 years.
1996
In 1996, John Klembeth sold the Hydroflo line to Penn Process Technologies, which was run by Steve Fierce until 2000 when it went bankrupt (receivership).
2001
Nikkiso Pumps purchased the company out of bankruptcy from the bank in early 2001 and made Hydroflo a part of Nikkiso Pumps America. Nikkiso already had its own line of comparable pumps and was primarily focused on promoting those through Hydroflo’s established sales channels. In 2006 Nikkiso Pumps America decided to sell the Hydroflo line of products.
2007
Precision Flow Technologies Inc., recognizing the performance history and impeccable reputation of this pump line, was thrilled to acquire it. They re-launched this legendary line as AquFlow in March 2007 with a commitment and enthusiasm not only to reclaim its former glory but also to invest all our resources in making it the leading brand among chemical metering pumps.
In the initial months, they dedicated all our efforts to organizing operations to achieve peak performance, surpassing customers’ expectations. When customers began to experience same-day shipping of service parts and delivery of standard pumps within 3-5 days, they acknowledged that AquFlow has added the much-needed support dimension to the pumps’ design legacy of reliability and durability. The market is also realizing that AquFlow (the revitalized Hydroflo) is back and here to stay. With growing confidence, customers are returning to embrace their pump of choice.
2011
AquFlow moves to a larger state of the art facility in Irvine, CA
AquFlow’s New Facility
In their warehouse, they utilize the most current MRP system, enabling them to closely track inventory from the incoming inspection to shipping. They also have processes in place for regular physical verifications to ensure they never run out of small parts that could delay critical orders. These tools and processes allow them to claim a 90% same-day shipment rate for service parts orders. Additionally, they can build, test, and ship standard, commonly used pump models within a week.
For customization, they have added in-house capabilities to modify and develop tailor-made solutions for your most complex chemical metering needs. Whether your assembly requires special machining, welding, assembly, or testing, they have a dedicated line to handle all custom projects without disrupting regular production.
Some of AquFlow’s customers request special testing and verification for their certifications. They have the instrumentation to perform most of these tests and provide documentation to make the process easy for their customers. AquFlow’s ability to track parts from the very beginning allows them to easily identify the batch for every part used in the pump. This capability supports their rigorous Quality Assurance program, preventing any faulty parts from being used to build a pump.
Since they handle various sizes of pumps starting from the smallest to the large 4000 series monster, they included a packaging and shipping facility in their warehouse that can appropriately package them. From UPS boxes to wooden pallets and customized welded metal skids, they ensure your pump is placed in a durable package to withstand the usual mishandling by carriers.
Due to the fact that they are located near many major international airports and seaports, they have the capability to safely, efficiently, and swiftly ship freight to any global destination.
AquFlow has regular audits involving all staff, from line workers to top management, to ensure that not only are they conforming to the processes, but also improving and enhancing them to better support their customers. This unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction is the essence of AquFlow’s entire manufacturing operation.
2024
In 2024, AquFlow decided to rebrand. They always put customers first and any feedback from them is not only valued but acted upon. When customers pointed out that the spelling of AquFlow causes confusion with “Aquaflow”, they decided to fix it by changing our spelling to AcuFlow. AcuFlow had to preserve and build upon their hard-earned brand identity by eliminating anything that stand in its way. The only thing that changes with this subtle spelling change is a more accurate brand definition to match their accurate flow from a trusted pump Made in USA by a reliable company since 1972.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
AcuFlow Series 900
- Manual – Series 900
- Series 900 Features
- Series 900 Specifications
- Series 900 Performance Table
- Series 900 Dimensions
AcuFlow Series 1000
- Manual – Series 1000
- Series 1000 Features
- Series 1000 Specifications
- Series 1000 Performance Table
- Series 1000 Dimensions
AcuFlow Series 2000
- Manual – Series 2000
- Series 2000 Features
- Series 2000 Specifications
- Series 2000 Performance Table
- Series 2000 Dimensions
AcuFlow Series 3000
- Manual – Series 3000
- Series 3000 Features
- Series 3000 Specifications
- Series 3000 Performance Table
- Series 3000 Dimensions
AcuFlow Series 4000
Phone: (225) 752-9792 | Fax: (225) 751-0143
Email: sa***@***br.com
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