--- title: VORTEX Applied Felts description: Today, we're excited to unveil a transformative moment – the acquisition of Applied Felts Inc. by Vortex Companies. --- [![Vortex\_logo](https://insights.vortexcompanies.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported%20images/Vortex_logo.png?width=322&height=107&name=Vortex_logo.png "Vortex_logo")](https://insights.vortexcompanies.com/?hsLang=en) Open main menu Close main menu - [Products](https://www.vortexcompanies.com/products/) Open the submenu - [Coatings & Materials](https://www.vortexcompanies.com/products/coatings-materials/) Open the submenu - [Hybrid Cements](https://vortexcompanies.com/technical-library/?f=products&pc=hybrid-cements-coatings-materials&pb=&pi=#products) - [Geopolymer Mortar](https://vortexcompanies.com/technical-library/?f=products&pc=geopolymers-coatings-materials&pb=&pi=#products) - [Concrete Patching Materials](https://vortexcompanies.com/technical-library/?f=products&pc=patching-materials-coatings-materials&pb=&pi=#products) - [Epoxies and Polymeric Materials](https://vortexcompanies.com/technical-library/?f=products&pc=polymeric-materials-coatings-materials&pb=&pi=#products) - [Polyurethane Grouts](https://vortexcompanies.com/technical-library/?f=products&pc=polyurethane-grouts-coatings-materials&pb=&pi=#products) - [Specialty Coatings](https://www.vortexcompanies.com/products/specialty-coatings/) Open the submenu - [Floor Coatings](https://vortexcompanies.com/technical-library/?f=products&pc=floor-coatings-industrial-specialty-coatings-coatings-materials&pb=&pi=#products) - [Industrial Sealers](https://vortexcompanies.com/technical-library/?f=products&pc=industrial-sealers-industrial-specialty-coatings-coatings-materials&pb=&pi=#products) - [Infrastructure Repair Equipment](https://www.vortexcompanies.com/products/infrastructure-repair-equipment/) Open the submenu - [Custom Truck Builds](https://vortexcompanies.com/products/custom-truck-builds/) - [Epoxy Polymeric Equipment](https://vortexcompanies.com/technical-library/?f=products&pc=epoxy-polymeric-equipment&pb=&pi=#products) - [Mortar Equipment](https://vortexcompanies.com/technical-library/?f=products&pc=mortar-equipment&pb=&pi=#products) - [Application Equipment](https://vortexcompanies.com/technical-library/?f=products&pc=quadex-onegun&pb=&pi=#products) - [Manhole Rehabilitation](https://www.vortexcompanies.com/products/manhole-rehabilitation/) Open the submenu - [Manhole Inserts](https://vortexcompanies.com/technical-library/?f=products&pc=manhole-inserts&pb=&pi=#products) - [Manhole Rehab Equipment](https://vortexcompanies.com/technical-library/?f=products&pc=manhole-rehab-equipment&pb=&pi=#products) - [Manhole Rehab Products](https://vortexcompanies.com/technical-library/?f=products&pc=manhole-rehab-products&pb=&pi=#products) - [Sewer Rehab Robots](https://www.vortexcompanies.com/products/sewer-rehab-robots/) Open the submenu - [Sewer Rehab Robots](https://vortexcompanies.com/technical-library/?f=products&pc=sewer-rehab-robots&pb=&pi=#products) - [Robotics Trailer](https://vortexcompanies.com/technical-library/?f=products&pc=robotics-trailer&pb=&pi=#products) - [Schwalm Attachments & Accessories](https://shoptrenchless.com/) - [AccuPower® High-Pressure Water Blaster](https://vortexcompanies.com/product/accupower/) - [CIPP Lining Systems](https://www.vortexcompanies.com/products/cipp-lining-system/) Open the submenu - [CIPP Lining Equipment](https://vortexcompanies.com/technical-library/?f=products&pc=cipp-trailer-cipp-lining-systems&pb=&pi=#products) - [CIPP Liners](https://vortexcompanies.com/technical-library/?f=products&pc=cipp-liners-cipp-lining-systems#products) - [CIPP Resins](https://vortexcompanies.com/technical-library/?f=products&pc=cipp-resins-cipp-lining-systems&pb=&pi=#products) - [UV CIPP Lining Systems](https://vortexcompanies.com/products/uv-cipp-lining-systems/) - [Small Diameter CIPP Systems](https://vortexcompanies.com/product/small-diameter-cipp-systems/) - [CIPP Sensors & Software](https://www.vortexcompanies.com/products/cipp-sensors-software/) - [Pipe & Drain Tools](https://www.vortexcompanies.com/products/pipe-drain-tools/) - [Internal Pipe Seals](https://www.vortexcompanies.com/products/internal-pipe-seals/) - [Geopolymer Lining Systems](https://www.vortexcompanies.com/products/quadex-lining-system/) - [Vortex World](https://vortexworld.vortexcompanies.com/) - [Services](https://www.vortexcompanies.com/services/) Open the submenu - [Condition Assessment](https://www.vortexcompanies.com/services/multi-sensor-pipe-inspection/) - [Manhole Rehabilitation Services](https://www.vortexcompanies.com/services/manhole-rehab/) - [Pipe Rehab Services](https://www.vortexcompanies.com/services/pipe-bursting/) - [Engineering and Infrastructure Repair Service](https://www.vortexcompanies.com/services/engineering-infrastructure-repair-services/) - [CIPP Lining](https://www.vortexcompanies.com/services/cipp-lining/) - [Geopolymer Lining](https://www.vortexcompanies.com/services/geopolymer-lining/) - [Technical Library](https://www.vortexcompanies.com/technical-library/) - [Industries](https://www.vortexcompanies.com/industries/) Open the submenu - [Municipal](https://www.vortexcompanies.com/industries/municipal/) - [GeoTech](https://www.vortexcompanies.com/industries/geotech/) - [Industrial](https://www.vortexcompanies.com/industries/industrial/) - [Commercial/Residential](https://www.vortexcompanies.com/industries/commercial-residential/) - [About Us](https://www.vortexcompanies.com/about/) Open the submenu - [Locations](https://www.vortexcompanies.com/about/locations/) Open the submenu - [Europe & Mexico](https://www.vortexcompanies.com/about/locations/europe-mexico/) - [Procurement](https://www.vortexcompanies.com/about/procurement/) - [Safety](https://www.vortexcompanies.com/about/safety/) - [Leadership](https://www.vortexcompanies.com/about/leadership/) - [Diversity, Equity and Inclusion](https://www.vortexcompanies.com/about/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/) - [Careers](https://www.vortexcompanies.com/about/careers/) - [Brands](https://www.vortexcompanies.com/about/brands/) - [News](https://blog.vortexcompanies.com/vortex-blog) ### Breaking Ground: Vortex & Applied Felts – A Powerful Union Welcome to a new era of trenchless innovation! Today, we're excited to unveil a transformative moment – the acquisition of Applied Felts Inc. by Vortex Companies. This strategic move marks a significant milestone, uniting two industry pioneers for a future of unprecedented possibilities. ### Thinking BIG: Transformative Influence Since 2015 Since 2015, we have executed 17 strategic acquisitions and formed many partnerships, all aimed at revolutionizing the way contractors and asset owners approach infrastructure repair. We have focused on being forward-thinking and encouraging stakeholders to THINK BIG. We have dedicated our careers to this industry and we are acutely aware of the incredible impact the industry makes on society and the opportunities yet to be implemented to serve the world even better.   ### A New Era Begins: Vortex & Applied Felts Inc. The acquisition of Applied Felts Inc., home to industry-leading brands MaxLiner and FerraTex Solutions, marks a monumental move for us. This strategic alliance allows us to offer a direct, total solution to our combined valued customers all under one roof.  We are laser focused on delivering new value around: 1. Quality Control: By shortening the supply chain, we enhance our ability to maintain superior quality control throughout every phase of your project. 2. Shorter Lead Times & Reduced Shipping Costs: With strategically placed facilities, our total offering is now closer to you, significantly reducing lead times and shipping distances. 3. Broader Service Support: The combined network of Vortex & Applied Felts results in a more extensive regional reach, allowing us to support you faster and more efficiently. 4. R&D Streamlined: With Research and Development under one roof, our engineers, chemists and designers at Vortex can now advance technologies seamlessly, aligning with a "total project" mentality. **Explore More**[Applied Felts](https://appliedfelts.com/) [FerraTex Solutions](https://ferratex.com/) [MaxLiner](https://maxlinerusa.com/) **Connect With Us:** Follow us on our social media accounts for real-time updates and behind-the-scenes glimpses. [Vortex on Facebook](http://facebook.com/whydig1) [Vortex on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/vortexcompanies/) [Vortex on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/vortex-infrastructure) [Applied Felts on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/appliedfelts/) [Applied Felts on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/applied-felts-inc./) [FerraTex Solutions on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/FerraTex) [FerraTex Solutions on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/ferratex-services/) [FerraTex Solutions on X](https://twitter.com/ferratex) [MaxLiner on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/maxlinercipp) [MaxLiner on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/maxliner-llc/) [MaxLiner on X](https://twitter.com/maxlinercipp) **Media Inquiries** [Press Release: EnviroCure®: Unveiling the Only CIPP Liner of Its Kind](https://blog.vortexcompanies.com/vortex-blog/envirocure-unveiling-the-only-cipp-liner-of-its-kind?hsLang=en) [Press Release: United Felts Launches Robust UV CIPP Liner Portfolio, Showcasing Unmatched Innovation in Infrastructure Repair](https://blog.vortexcompanies.com/vortex-blog/united-felts-launches-robust-uv-cipp-liner-portfolio-showcasing-unmatched-innovation-in-infrastructure-repair?hsLang=en) [Press Release: United Felts Expands West Coast Operations With Strategic Acquisition of Wet-Out Facility](https://blog.vortexcompanies.com/vortex-blog/united-felts-expands-west-coast-operations-with-strategic-acquisition-of-wet-out-facility?hsLang=en) [Press Release: Vortex Companies Acquires Applied Felts Inc. To Deliver Comprehensive Trenchless Rehabilitation Solutions](https://blog.vortexcompanies.com/vortex-blog/applied-felts?hsLang=en) [Press Release: Matt Timberlake to Lead Applied Felts Inc. as President After Vortex Companies Acquisition](https://blog.vortexcompanies.com/vortex-blog/matt-timberlake-to-lead-applied-felts-inc.-as-president-after-vortex-companies-acquisition?hsLang=en) [Press Release: Applied Felts now United Felts](https://blog.vortexcompanies.com/vortex-blog/applied-felts-now-united-felts?hsLang=en) For media inquiries and to schedule an interview, please contact: [Kit Jones](mailto:kjones@vortexcompanies.com) **Let's Connect** Ready to explore the possibilities of our total offering? Contact us today for more information or to submit an inquiry.   #### About - [Careers](https://vortexcompanies.com/about/careers/) #### Services - [Geopolymer Lining](https://vortexcompanies.com/services/geopolymer-lining/) - [Pipe Rehab](https://vortexcompanies.com/services/pipe-rehab/) #### News - [GeoKrete Keeps Major City Running](https://blog.vortexcompanies.com/vortex-blog/news/trenchless-technology-geokrete) - [In the Vortex](https://blog.vortexcompanies.com/vortex-blog) Follow us on Facebook Follow us on LinkedIn Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Instagram