Atlas Copco announced on March 14 that it has agreed to acquire LEWA GmbH and subsidiaries, and Geveke B.V. and subsidiaries. LEWA is a leading manufacturer of diaphragm metering pumps, process pumps and complete metering systems. Geveke distributes compressors and engineers advanced and complex process pump installations.
LEWA was founded in 1952 and is based in Germany. The company has approximately 1,200 employees. LEWA offers industry-specific high-quality pump solutions for a wide range of industries.
“LEWA has a long tradition of supporting customers and developing leading industrial flow technology for efficient, precise, and safe handling of fluids,” said Andrew Walker, business area president, Power Technique. “Through this acquisition, we are building our presence and technology offering within positive displacement pumps”.
Geveke was founded in 1874 and is headquartered in Amsterdam in the Netherlands. The company has 173 employees.
“Geveke has strong engineering capability, providing complete industrial pump solutions from concept to commissioning,” said Walker.
Mikael Andersson, president, Atlas Copco Power and Flow division explained: “We are happy to welcome our new colleagues from LEWA and Geveke to the Power and Flow family. With the acquisition, we are strengthening our foundation for Atlas Copco´s expansion within the industrial pumps business.”
About Atlas Copco Group
At Atlas Copco we have been turning industrial ideas into business-critical benefits since 1873. By listening to our customers and knowing their needs, we deliver value and innovate with the future in mind.
About Power Technique
Great ideas accelerate innovation. At Atlas Copco Power Technique, we turn industrial ideas into leading edge technology in air, power, and flow solutions. Our passionate people, expertise and service bring sustainable value to industries everywhere.
About Power and Flow
Great ideas are at the heart of everything we do at Power and Flow, a division within Atlas Copco's Power Technique business area. We work closely with our customers to guarantee an innovative and sustainable future, turning bright ideas into energy efficient technology in mobile generators, light towers, and pumps, along with associated accessories and connectivity solutions. Our engineering expertise results in products and solutions that are used in a wide range of industries including construction, industrial, mining, events, dewatering and rental. The divisional headquarters is in Zaragoza, Spain, and its main development and manufacturing units are located in Europe, Asia, South America and North America.
