N.S. Water (St. Michael, Minnesota), a company of ALLETE, Inc. (Duluth, Minnesota), announced the acquisition of Tonka Water (Plymouth, Minnesota), a major supplier of municipal and industrial water treatment systems.
The acquisition allows the expanded company to boost its integrated water treatment equipment offerings and applications. Tonka Water’s engineers customize water treatment solutions for a variety of applications including surface water, groundwater, water reuse, industrial process water, remediation, and advanced wastewater treatment.
“The addition strengthens our engineering and equipment capabilities and the integrated solutions we can offer our customers throughout the market,” says CEO LaMarr Barnes, whose company serves a growing and diverse mix of more than 4,800 industrial customers.
Located in Plymouth and serving customers throughout the United States, Tonka Water is recognized as a water treatment company dedicated to partnering with customers to provide innovative, cost-effective water treatment solutions.
“I am confident that joining U.S. Water will strengthen our position in industrial water treatment and the municipal market, further solidifying our customized and innovative solutions,” says Tom Davis, president of Tonka Water. “Together, with our shared vision, values, and commitment to service, we will bring superior value to our customers and employees for years to come.”