Opus Water, an engineered water products platform supported by XPV Water Partners, has acquired Yeary Controls, a Chicago-based manufacturer known for its advanced control valves, actuators, and flow-management accessories. The acquisition enhances Opus Water’s growing suite of engineered offerings for customers in the water, wastewater, and industrial process fluid sectors.
Yeary Controls has spent more than two decades developing rugged, precisely engineered valve solutions built for demanding applications. Its flagship Sharktooth™ Control Valve is recognized for delivering superior performance in noise reduction and cavitation control compared to conventional butterfly valves, while offering a more economical alternative to typical control valves. Industries such as water and wastewater treatment, power generation, pulp and paper, steel, and mining rely on the Sharktooth™ design for extended equipment life and significantly reduced downtime—often outperforming traditional options by fourfold or more.
The addition of Yeary Controls’ product line strengthens Opus Water’s ability to deliver a wider range of solutions for challenging flow-control environments. “Yeary Controls brings world-class engineering talent and a strong track record of solving complex flow-control issues,” said John DeYarman, CEO of Opus Water. “Their technology aligns seamlessly with our mission to deliver innovative, dependable engineered products that keep water moving safely even under extreme conditions.”
Art Yeary, Founder and CEO of Yeary Controls, added, “Joining Opus Water gives us the platform, resources, and team support to expand our reach. This partnership empowers us to better serve customers, accelerate new product development, and introduce our valve technologies to additional markets.”
The acquisition builds on Opus Water’s earlier expansion initiatives and reflects its commitment to assembling a market-leading portfolio of engineered flow-control solutions defined by innovation, quality, and customer service.
“We’re proud to continue the legacy Art established,” said DeYarman. “Opus Water is the ideal long-term home for Yeary Controls’ customers, employees, and suppliers, and we’re excited about the future we will build together.”
Opus Water is a rapidly expanding water-infrastructure platform focused on acquiring and scaling manufacturers of engineered products for the water, wastewater, and industrial fluids markets. The company delivers durable, trusted solutions that support safe and efficient water management across municipal systems and complex industrial operations. With an emphasis on engineering excellence, reliability, and customer-first service, Opus Water helps organizations tackle pressing water-management challenges with confidence.
XPV Water Partners is a specialized investment firm dedicated to advancing the global water sector. Managing more than US$1 billion in assets, the XPV team blends industry expertise with a proven growth approach to help water-focused companies scale rapidly, generate strong returns, and contribute to a more secure water future.
