Founded in 2000 by a team of water well industry professionals, WWS has brought a technology and engineering-driven approach to well and pump maintenance for utilities and industrial water users throughout the greater Midwest region. The transaction will help both companies scale through the sharing of knowledge, resources, ideas, and talent to better deliver value to their long-term customers. Both companies will continue to operate under their existing names, brands, and locations.
“For nearly a quarter of a century, Water Well Solutions has stood by utilities, cities, and manufacturers to keep their water flowing,” said WWS founder and president Mike Judkins. “From the start we’ve proudly innovated and brought new ideas and technologies to the industry, and we’re excited to continue the tradition of innovation with General Pump Company. Both companies share the same ethos of long-term, data-driven service with the best equipment and dedicated, experienced field technicians in the industry.”
The partnership was led by Sylmar Group, a water-focused company, making multi-decade investments in leading water service and technology businesses, whose backing will support GPC’s and WWS’s continued expansion nationwide.
“Serendipity brought these two great companies together at the exact right moment, when General Pump was ready to expand beyond our current region and Water Well Solutions had hit a growth inflection point that required additional support,” said Peter Brooks, CEO of GPC and Sylmar Group. “We’re excited to continue the legacy of exceptional quality, service, and innovation to all of our customers while investing in the terrific team of water professionals who make it all happen.”
Both General Pump Company and Water Well Solutions are also announcing key additions to their leadership teams. Earlier this summer, GPC welcomed Tim Oman as its new president, succeeding long-time president and director of Engineering Mike Bodart, who will continue on as the director of Engineering. Oman brings a wealth of experience to GPC from his leadership roles at Layne. Water Well Solutions has hired Brian Snelten as its new general manager. Snelten is a former president of the National Groundwater Association and former Area Manager of Layne’s Aurora, Illinois office.
