Paterson, New Jersey, February 20, 2025 – Machinery Services Company LLC and Rapid Pump & Meter Service Company LLC (“Rapid Pump”), each a Hidden Harbor Capital Partners portfolio company and a provider of maintenance, repair, and installation services to water, water treatment facilities and critical infrastructure, today announced the formation of The Rapid Group (“TRG” or “The Group”). The Rapid Group creates a unified platform for the integration of our businesses and the acquisition of future partners. Today, The Rapid Group is comprised of Machinery Services Company, Rapid Pump & Meter Service Company, Delta-Electro Power, A/C Furia Electric Motor and Metro Pumps & Systems.
“We are proud to announce the formation of The Rapid Group which sets the stage for our future growth and expansion. Our history dates back to 1960 when Rapid Pump & Meter Service Co. was founded. In 1978, Rich Taylor started Machinery Services Co. and acquired Rapid Pump & Meter Service Co. in 1982, bringing both companies together to create the flagship company for what has become The Rapid Group. We are grateful to the founders of all our companies: Richard Taylor, Anthony Rapoza Sr., Marc Salvati, and Vito Gullo. We look forward to building upon the remarkable businesses they began,” said Kevin Dice, Chief Executive Officer of The Rapid Group. The Rapid Group is headquartered in Paterson, New Jersey with facilities in Cranston, Rhode Island, White Plains, New York, and Wall Township, New Jersey.
About The Rapid Group
The Rapid Group is a preferred Northeast facility services provider focusing on pump, motor, generator, and water and wastewater infrastructure, as well as diverse maintenance, installation, and repair services in the municipal, industrial, pharmaceutical, and transportation sectors. To learn more, visit www.therapidgroupusa.com and our page on LinkedIn.
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