Arculus Solutions is developing robots and ultra-thin protective coatings for hydrogen and other gas pipelines, with its SputterPig™ system designed to apply coatings inside existing pipe infrastructure. Based in North Bethesda, Maryland, the small team combines materials research from MIT with oil-and-gas field experience and hands-on robotics engineering. Its first U.S. deployment is scheduled for 2026 with N2 Solutions.
Berkeley Springs Instruments, LLC (BSI)For more than 35 years, Berkeley Springs Instruments has built its identity around translating laboratory-grade ultrasound into rugged equipment for real-world industrial inspections. Founded through work that began in 1980, the Frostburg, Maryland, company is best known for pioneering remotely controlled robotics that inspect aboveground storage tanks while they remain in service. BSI now supports infrastructure operators with corrosion monitoring and non-destructive testing services.FROSTBURG, MD
Headwaters Solutions LLCFrom its Ithaca, New York engineering offices and factory, Headwaters Solutions designs and fabricates hydrogen and synthesis-gas plant equipment for heavy industry and clean-energy projects. The privately held firm focuses on smaller-scale hydrogen systems, including steam reformers and PSA purification plants, while also revamping legacy facilities and supplying high-pressure refueling equipment. Its senior team brings more than 100 years of combined experience, and company principals hold more than 40 issued U.S. patents related to hydrogen and syngas applications.ITHACA, NY
ArboniteSince 1946, Arbonite has focused exclusively on protecting industrial equipment from corrosion through applied coatings, linings, and field repairs. The Doylestown company brings more than 210 years of cumulative technician experience to challenging tank and component work, including on-site service when equipment cannot be moved. Arbonite is a Pennsylvania DEP-certified tank installer and is qualified for NACE inspection and liquid bulk carrier lining services.DOYLESTOWN, PA
Thortex GroupWith more than 28 years in the field, Thortex Group is a Collegeville, Pennsylvania company known for helping organizations preserve aging infrastructure. It supplies and applies protective coatings and rehabilitation systems for industrial and municipal clients, including custom composite repairs for pipelines and tanks.COLLEGEVILLE, PA