GLOBAL WATER TECHNOLOGY ACQUIRES LONGTIME PARTNER PUR-CHEM, LLC, STRENGTHENING MIDWEST OPERATIONS AND ADVANCES GLOBAL CUSTOM SOLUTIONS PLATFORM

Posted September 7, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Formalizes a successful partnership between GWT and PUR-CHEM that has spanned nearly a decade
Strengthens GWT’s presence and customer density throughout Illinois and Wisconsin
Expands specialty chemical, blending, and technical capabilities available to customers
Advances the continued growth of GWT’s Global Custom Solutions platform
Matt Vogt will remain with the organization and help lead the future development of GCS
Represents GWT’s twenty-second acquisition and continued investment in independent, relationship-driven growth

Calumet City, Illinois, September 07, 2026 — Global Water Technology, Inc. (GWT), a leading national provider of water treatment, water safety, energy efficiency, specialty chemical, and facility support solutions, today announced the acquisition of PUR-CHEM, LLC, a family-owned specialty water treatment chemical company founded and owned by Matt Vogt, President and Owner, and Jodie Vogt, Vice President and Owner.

The acquisition marks the culmination of a nearly decade-long partnership between the two organizations. Since 2018, PUR-CHEM, LLC and Global Water Technology have collaborated to deliver specialty water treatment solutions throughout the Midwest. Through a combination of local service, technical expertise, chemical manufacturing, blending, and product development capabilities, the two companies built a strong partnership rooted in trust, shared values, and a commitment to customer success.

The acquisition further strengthens GWT’s presence throughout Illinois and Wisconsin, increases customer density across existing service territories, and creates new opportunities to better serve customers through expanded technical resources, local support, and customized water treatment solutions.

Equally important, the acquisition advances GWT’s Global Custom Solutions (GCS) platform, a strategic initiative focused on providing independent water treatment companies with access to manufacturing, product development, purchasing power, logistics, and technical resources while preserving the local relationships and entrepreneurial spirit that drive their success.

Founded and led by Matt and Jodie Vogt, PUR-CHEM has spent more than two decades serving customers throughout Illinois, Wisconsin, and the Midwest. Together, they built a business known for its responsiveness, technical expertise, customized chemical solutions, and commitment to long-term customer relationships. As part of the transaction, Matt Vogt will remain with the organization and assume a leadership role supporting the continued growth and development of the GCS platform.

“This transaction is unique because it represents the formal coming together of two organizations that have already spent years building trust, creating value together, and serving customers alongside one another,” said Michael A. Byerley, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Global Water Technology. “Matt and Jodie have built an outstanding business and an exceptional reputation over the years. Their commitment to customers, technical excellence, and relationship-driven service has made PUR-CHEM a trusted partner and a natural fit within the GWT family. This acquisition strengthens our position throughout Illinois and Wisconsin, expands opportunities for our local teams, and further advances our vision for Global Custom Solutions. Most importantly, it allows us to continue building alongside people we already know, trust, and respect.”

“For years, GWT and PUR-CHEM have worked together because we shared many of the same values, a customer-first mindset, and a belief that relationships matter,” said Matt Vogt, President and Owner of PUR-CHEM. “What makes this opportunity exciting is that it builds on a foundation that already exists. We know each other, we trust each other, and we have seen firsthand what we can accomplish together. Joining the GWT family allows us to continue serving customers with the same commitment they have always known while gaining access to additional resources, capabilities, and opportunities for growth. I am excited to continue helping expand the Global Custom Solutions platform and support the next chapter of what we can accomplish together.”

The acquisition continues GWT’s long-term strategy of partnering with entrepreneurial, relationship-driven businesses that strengthen the company’s technical capabilities, geographic reach, and commitment to local service. PUR-CHEM represents GWT’s twenty-second acquisition and further reinforces the company’s position as one of North America’s leading independent water treatment organizations.

For more information, please contact GWT at info@gwt-inc.com or 708-349-9991.

About Global Water Technology, Inc.:

Global Water Technology, Inc. (GWT) is a second-generation, Minority-Owned national provider of industrial and commercial water treatment solutions, delivering customized, results-driven programs that help organizations operate smarter, more sustainably, and with greater confidence. Founded in 1990 to meet the growing demand for reliable, personalized water treatment services, GWT has built a strong reputation on decades of hands-on experience, deep technical expertise, and a people-first approach.

GWT partners with clients across a broad range of industries—including manufacturing, healthcare, commercial real estate, hospitality, data centers, food and beverage, and new construction—to design and implement solutions that reduce water and energy usage, extend system life, improve reliability, and provide enhanced visibility into performance. The company’s service portfolio includes custom treatment programs for cooling towers, steam boilers, closed loop systems, wastewater applications, and on-site analytical and training support, backed by advanced, data-driven tools and technologies.

Recognized repeatedly on the Inc. 5000 list as one of America’s fastest-growing private companies, GWT combines local expertise with national scale. With regional offices, laboratories, and distribution centers across the United States, the company’s growth is driven by long-term partnerships, strategic acquisitions, and relentless focus on delivering measurable results for clients.

At GWT, the mission extends beyond treating water—by investing in innovation, nurturing technical talent, and protecting one of the world’s most valuable resources, the company works to create sustainable operational value for its clients and the communities it serves.

For more information about GWT, please visit our About Us page.

About PUR-CHEM, LLC:

Founded by Matt Vogt, President, and Jodie Vogt, Vice President, PUR-CHEM, LLC is a family-owned specialty water treatment chemical company serving commercial, industrial, healthcare, institutional, and manufacturing clients throughout Illinois, Wisconsin, and the broader Midwest. For more than two decades, PUR-CHEM has built a reputation for responsive service, technical expertise, and customized water treatment solutions that help customers improve water quality, optimize system performance, extend equipment life, and reduce operating costs.

Known for its customer-first approach and relationship-driven culture, PUR-CHEM has developed long-standing client partnerships by delivering practical solutions, personalized service, and consistent results. Through its expertise in specialty chemical development, blending, and application support, PUR-CHEM has become a trusted resource for customers seeking tailored water treatment programs and dependable local service.

For more information about PUR-CHEM, please visit PUR-CHEM’s website HERE.

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