Piusi

For over six decades, Piusi has been engineering precision fluid transfer solutions that power industries across the globe. Founded in 1957 in Verona, Italy, the company has grown from a local pump manufacturer to an international leader in fuel and lubrication technology, serving over 100 countries. Piusi’s equipment moves more than 12 billion litres of fluids annually across transportation, manufacturing, and energy sectors.

Expertise

• Intelligent Fuel Management: Complete systems featuring PCI-certified dispensers with ±0.5% accuracy, RFID access control, and cloud-based fleet monitoring. Specialized models for diesel, AdBlue®, and alternative fuels.
• Automated Lubrication Systems: Centralized systems servicing up to 256 points simultaneously, with flow monitoring that reduces grease consumption by 20-30% compared to manual methods.
• Heavy-Duty Transfer Pumps: ATEX-certified models for explosive environments, handling viscosities from 5 to 5,000 cSt at flow rates up to 130 litres/minute.
• Smart Monitoring Platforms: IoT-enabled systems providing real-time data on fluid levels, consumption trends, and predictive maintenance needs through Piusi’s proprietary PicoWeb® interface.

Engineering Milestones

1962: Developed Italy’s first positive-displacement fuel meter

1978: Launched Europe’s initial electronic fuel management system

2016: Introduced the industry’s first Bluetooth-enabled lubricant monitor

2022: Patented anti-siphon technology for fuel security

Canadian Operations

• Service Centers: Full-support facilities in Toronto (Ontario) and Edmonton (Alberta)
• Climate-Adapted Solutions: Cold-weather packages for operation down to -45°C
• Certifications: CSA/UL compliant systems meeting Canadian Electrical Code

Sustainability Leadership

Piusi’s ECO product line reduces environmental impact through:

• 30% less fluid waste via precision metering
• Leak-detection systems preventing groundwater contamination
• Energy-efficient pumps consuming 25% less power than industry average

Industry Applications

From mining operations in Northern Quebec to commercial fleets in Vancouver, Piusi systems handle Canada’s unique challenges including:

• Remote site fuel management
• Winterized lubrication solutions
• Corrosion-resistant marine systems

Conclusion

Piusi continues to redefine fluid transfer technology through its Italian engineering heritage and commitment to innovation. With 60+ patents and growing Canadian market presence, the company remains the preferred choice for industries demanding reliability, efficiency, and smart connectivity in their fluid handling operations worldwide.

OPW (Original Parts Warehouse)

For over 130 years, OPW has been the worldwide leader in fluid-handling solutions, offering an unparalleled portfolio of products and systems. These include the industry’s widest range of commercial and retail fuelling equipment, loading systems, cargo tank truck and rail tank car components, dispensing tools, electronic point-of-sale and back-office systems, electronic gauges, automated fuel terminals and controls, and vehicle wash systems. OPW innovations allow fluid handling and petroleum marketers to achieve operations that are safer, more efficient, cost-competitive, and more environmentally sustainable.

It was established in 1892 as the Ohio Pattern Works & Foundry Company but soon became famous. It had developed a strong reputation as one of the foremost suppliers of nozzles, valves, fittings, and couplings to the petroleum business by 1930. It was renamed OPW Corporation in 1948 and later joined the Dover Corporation family in 1961.

Since its founding in 1892, OPW has built a reputation for providing innovative, reliable, and safe fluid-handling systems. The company serves a wide range of industries by developing solutions for the transportation, storage, and distribution of both hazardous and non-hazardous fluids.

Expertise

• OPW Clean Energy Solutions: Systems designed for the handling, transportation, and storage of alternative energy sources like hydrogen, LPG, cryogenic liquids, and more.
• OPW Fluid Transfer Solutions: Products and systems engineered for the safe, reliable, and efficient transfer of hazardous chemicals and dry goods during loading and unloading operations between terminals, cargo tank trucks, and rail cars.
• OPW Propane Energy Solutions: Engineered systems designed to enhance performance while promoting awareness that LPG and NH₃ serve as excellent “green” alternatives to traditional fossil fuels and chemicals. This is particularly relevant in markets where they offer a clean and cost-effective substitute for conventional energy sources such as coal and wood.
• OPW Vehicle Wash Solutions: Innovative advancements in car wash equipment and systems.

Company Overview

OPW operates globally, with more than 2,000 employees and manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe, and China.

The company is a part of the Clean Energy & Fuelling segment of Dover Corporation (NYSE: DOV), which emphasizes the development of environmentally responsible energy solutions.

OPW’s mission is to consistently offer innovative and reliable solutions for fluid handling, emphasizing safety and efficiency across all its product lines.

Conclusion

With a wide-ranging portfolio of products and systems that serve industries from traditional fluid transport to clean energy solutions. The company’s innovative approach has ensured its position as a trusted partner for businesses in need of safe and efficient fluid-handling systems worldwide.