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The sewer jetting 'Revolution' is here
March 9, 2023
Hydra-Flex introduces the Revolution by Reaper™ sewer jetting nozzle
Hydra-Flex, Inc., aims to once again “revolutionize” the sewer jetting industry with the launch of its newest innovation – the Revolution by Reaper™ sewer jetting nozzle.

Hydra-Flex earns ISO certification
December 7, 2021
HFI’s quality management system now certified against world-renowned standard
Hydra-Flex recently earned International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 9001:2015 certification.

Hydra-Flex earns ‘2021 Fast 50’ honor
October 29, 2021
HFI lands at No. 43 on list of fastest-growing Minnesota companies
Hydra-Flex checked in at No. 43 on the 2021 Fast 50 list thanks to its growth rate of 33 percent from 2018 to 2020.

Hydra-Flex again named Inc. 5000 fastest-growing company
September 10, 2021
HFI recognized for seventh time in eight years
Hydra-Flex, Inc.’s steady, sustained growth received another impressive accolade with a spot on Inc. magazine’s prestigious list of the 5,000 fastest-growing private companies in America.

Sonny’s Enterprises Announces the Acquisition of Hydra-Flex
July 30, 2021
Sonny’s, the world’s largest manufacturer of conveyorized car wash equipment, parts, and supplies, today announced the acquisition of Hydra-Flex.
Sonny’s, the world’s largest manufacturer of conveyorized car wash equipment, parts, and supplies, today announced the acquisition of Hydra-Flex.

Hydra-Flex introduces Aqua-Lab™ 3
July 7, 2021
The most reliable system in chemical dispensing just got better
The all-new Aqua-Lab 3 chemical dispensing system is now available.

Star Tribune names Hydra-Flex 'Top Workplace'
June 21, 2021
Prestigious honor determined by employee satisfaction survey
Hydra-Flex was named one of the Star Tribune’s 2021 Top Workplaces in Minnesota, which measures how businesses treat their employees and customers, and engage with their communities.

Hydra-Flex named ‘Employer of Excellence’
May 13, 2021
Hydra-Flex is one of just 10 businesses recognized in Dakota-Scott County
The Dakota-Scott Workforce Development Board named Hydra-Flex one of its 2021 Employers of Excellence. This is the third-straight time Hydra-Flex has received this prestigious honor.

Hydra-Flex Ranks No. 248 on Inc. Magazine’s List of the Midwest’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies
March 16, 2021
Companies on the 2021 Inc. 5000 Regionals: Midwest list employed more than 43,000 people.
Inc. magazine today revealed that Hydra-Flex, Inc. is No. 248 on its 2021 Inc. 5000 Regionals: Midwest list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. Born of the annual Inc. 5000 franchise, this regional list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the Midwest economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent small businesses.

2020 Minnesota Manufacturing Awards: Hydra-Flex Inc.: Product Innovation of the Year
December 19, 2020
By Elizabeth Millard – Contributing Writer - MSPBJ
Hydra-Flex tackles the unmentionables. When representatives from Savage-based fluid-handling engineering and manufacturing company Hydra-Flex Inc. sat down with customers at MacQueen Equipment, they expected to walk away with new insights on topics like production and distribution. Instead, they heard about gunk — and plenty of it.

HYDRA-FLEX, INC., HOFFMAN CAR WASH, INC., AND INNOVATEIT CARWASH EQUIPMENT, LLC RESOLVE PATENT INFRINGEMENT DISPUTE
October 23, 2020
Hydra-Flex, Inc., Hoffman Car Wash, Inc., and InnovateIT Carwash Equipment, LLC today announced that they amicably resolved all differences regarding Hydra-Flex’s U.S. Patent No. 8,887,743 for a chemical delivery system and platform, with regard to past sales of InnovateIT’s “dispenseIT System,” as well as similar systems used by Hoffman Car Wash, as of October 9, 2020. A lawsuit filed in federal court in Albany, New York regarding the matter has been dismissed.

Fast 50 2020 No. 47: Hydra-Flex Inc.
October 22, 2020
By Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal, Oct. 2020
Hyrda-Flex Inc. is a repeat Fast 50 honoree. This year the manufacturer lands at No. 47 on The List with revenue growth of 50.32% from 2017 to 2019. It's revenue last year topped $24 million.

Introducing the Reaper™ 1" Sewer Jetting Nozzle
August 17, 2020
Unparalleled Cutting Power, Unrivaled Cleaning
Hydra-Flex, Inc., manufacturer of innovative fluid handling equipment, announced the worldwide expansion of the Reaper jetting nozzle to offer a 1” size. Cutting into the sewers, the 1” Reaper extends the current product line to offer Municipalities and Contractors with a superior cutting nozzle for higher flow sewer jetting applications.

Hydra-Flex Announces New Industrial Cleaning Nozzle
June 3, 2020
“The development of this nozzle continues to raise the bar for our industrial marketing and showcasing our successful history in not only technology for digging but for cleaning as well."
Hydra-Flex, Inc., manufacturer of innovative fluid handling equipment, announced the worldwide release of a new industrial cleaning nozzle designed specifically for long distance cleaning applications. The Marksman is an addition to Hydra-Flex Inc’s industrial cleaning market, and more specifically takes the patented nozzle technology, to produce a more accurate and direct stream to support municipal, industrial cleaning efforts.

Financing Solutions Now Available!
April 13, 2020
WE WILL HELP YOU GRIT THROUGH THIS!
At Hydra-Flex, we are dedicated to continuing to service our clients, even during these difficult times. Our nation's small businesses are facing an unprecedented economic disruption due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. As such, Hydra-Flex teamed up with with the nation’s largest private-independent equipment finance company Ascentium Capital and will begin offering financing opportunities for any customers. Allowing you to upgrade to our Aqua-Lab dispensing system along with our new 20 or 40 GPM Grundfos pumps today while paying it off over the course of the upcoming months.

A Message from Jaime Harris, CEO of Hydra-Flex
March 26, 2020
We would like to update you on how the COVID-19 pandemic and the recent State of Minnesota “stay-at-home” directive are impacting our operations.
During this period of time, Hydra-Flex has leaned in on our core values to sustain us as a company. We are committed to our employees safety, quality and production. Our customers are currently experiencing no delays on orders thanks to our inside and outside teams as well as our tech support. Everyone is giving 110% to make it through this period of time – especially our production team. They are the definition of GRIT. Their determination and resiliency is an inspiration to our whole company. We are PROUD of our employees and wish you all the best.

Update from Hydra-Flex on COVID-19 Policies
March 18, 2020
It is our commitment to keep the lines of communication open and continue to be highly productive during this time of uncertainty while ensuring the safety of our staff.
As we navigate the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, our top priority is ensuring the health and safety of our staff, clients and project partners while continuing to provide exceptional, uninterrupted services. The success of Hydra-Flex is defined not just in the products we make, but in the people, who are making them. It is who we are. It is what will help us persevere. Therefore, the livelihood of our staff and clients depends on all of us working through this together.

HYDRA-FLEX, INC. RECEIVES FAVORABLE DECISION IN PATENT DISPUTE
February 27, 2020
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office issued a favorable decision in its ex parte reexamination of Hydra-Flex’s U.S. Patent No. 8,887,743 for a chemical delivery system and platform
Hydra-Flex, Inc. announced today that the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office issued a favorable decision in its ex parte reexamination of Hydra-Flex’s U.S. Patent No. 8,887,743 for a chemical delivery system and platform.

Winter Conscience Chemical Dilution
December 5, 2019
Written by Hydra-Flex, Published by New England Car Wash Association in Fall/December 2019 Newsletter
Winter weather is upon us and for some car washes it is the busiest time of year, and for others a slowdown. Nonetheless, monitoring chemicals is key during the upcoming months. Two great forces to consider: industry standard increase of chemical concentrations and colder temperatures. Unfortunately, they do work against each other and it is important to understand how to maintain even flow and consistent applications for your customers.

Fast 50 2019 No. 26: Hydra-Flex Inc.
October 11, 2019
By Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal, Feb 2019
Manufacturer Hydra-Flex Inc. returns to the Fast 50 List at No. 26 this year with revenue growth of 66.23 percent since 2016. Last year, the Savage-based company reported revenue of about $20.1 million.