Yeary Controls

Yeary Controls, based in the US, specializes in developing innovative valve technologies for the energy and process industries, offering advanced solutions that address flow control challenges in sectors such as steel and pulp and paper. Founded in 1965, Yeary Controls operates out of Chicago, US, focusing on valve technology solutions. The company has undergone strategic shifts to enhance its offerings but remains steadfast in its core mission. In December 2025, Opus Water, Inc.

, acquired Yeary Controls to bolster its business development. The company's singular funding round has been pivotal in its operational strategy. Yeary Controls specializes in the development and application of innovative valve technologies tailored for the energy and process industries. Their core offerings include control valves, actuators, and control accessories ranging from ½ inch to 48 inches.

Notable products like the SharkFin control valve and Sharktooth Variable Area Diffuser address specific challenges in industries such as steel mills and pulp and paper, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and reliability. Yeary Controls engages in direct business-to-business transactions, supplying its innovative valve technologies to industrial clients. Revenue is generated primarily from the sale of core products like the SharkFin control valve and control accessories, often through partnerships with distributors and manufacturers' representatives. Pricing structures are tailored to project scopes and client needs, with ongoing contracts for maintenance and additional products possible as clients expand their operations.

In December 2025, Opus Water, Inc. acquired Yeary Controls to enhance its business development. This acquisition will support Yeary Controls' efforts to introduce new products and expand its geographic reach. Specific details about upcoming product launches and targeted markets for expansion have yet to be disclosed.