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Hydrite Acquires Enterprise Specialty Products

Acquisition marks company's entrance into the Southeast U.S. region

Hydrite announced the acquisition of Enterprise Specialty Products, Inc. (“ESP”), effective September 3, 2025. 

ESP, based in Laurens, SC, is a leading provider of foam control products for numerous markets including water treatment, paints & coatings, adhesives, inks, construction & building materials, textiles, and other specialty chemical applications. The acquisition also marks Hydrite’s entrance into the Southeast U.S. region, expanding Hydrite’s presence coast-to-coast.

ESP’s founder, Allen Waters, will continue to oversee the day-to-day business to ensure a seamless transition for ESP customers and employees.

“We are thrilled to welcome ESP into Hydrite,” says Kevin Honkamp, Hydrite CEO. “With their passion for serving customers, market leading products and innovative solutions, ESP will enhance Hydrite’s efforts in providing an unmatched portfolio of foam control solutions for customers nationwide across a wide array of applications.” 

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