MEDIA RELEASE
For Immediate Release
July 23, 2025
TORONTO, ON – July 2025 – John Brooks, a trusted leader in fluid handling technology for over 87 years, is excited to announce a new strategic partnership with EXAIR, a global pioneer in engineered compressed air solutions and static elimination products. This agreement makes John Brooks the go-to distributor of EXAIR’s range of compressed air products across Canada, including air knives, air amplifiers, cabinet coolers®, air-operated vacuums, and ionizing products for static removal, focusing on Industrial and Food and Beverage markets.
This partnership is strengthened by EXAIR’s recent acquisition of BETE, a renowned manufacturer of engineered spray nozzles and spraying systems and nearly 20-year partner of John Brooks. The merger further expands the company's capabilities, allowing it to offer an even more comprehensive suite of solutions that cater to diverse customer needs while continuing to deliver energy-efficient and high-performance solutions to industries worldwide.
The collaboration between John Brooks and EXAIR significantly enhances John Brooks' ability to provide Canadian industries with advanced compressed air solutions that reduce energy consumption, improve operational efficiency, and ensure safety compliance.
“EXAIR is renowned for its innovative and high-quality products, and we're excited to expand our partnership to offer their full range of engineered solutions to Canadian customers," said Kirk Edwards, President of EXAIR. "We are confident that John Brooks' national distribution network, technical expertise, and customer-first approach make them the ideal partner to bring our products to industries across Canada. This collaboration will further extend our reach, helping businesses optimize their operations while reducing energy costs."
Ryan Minkhorst, Co-CEO of John Brooks, shared his enthusiasm for the partnership: "We are proud to partner with EXAIR, whose cutting-edge products are known for their efficiency and reliability. By integrating EXAIR’s expanded portfolio into our offering, we can deliver even greater value to Canadian customers. The merger with BETE, our longstanding partner, positions EXAIR as an even more formidable player in the market, and we look forward to providing these advanced solutions to businesses across the country."
ABOUT EXAIR
EXAIR has long led engineered compressed air solutions and static elimination products. With over 30 years of expertise, EXAIR offers Air Knives, Vortex Tubes, Cabinet Coolers, Air-Operated Vacuums, Ionizing products for static removal, and OSHA-compliant nozzles, among others. EXAIR recently acquired BETE, a renowned manufacturer of engineered spray nozzles and spraying systems. This merger enables EXAIR to offer a broader product line, bringing even more powerful, energy-efficient solutions to industries worldwide.
ABOUT JOHN BROOKS
Since 1938, John Brooks has been solving fluid handling challenges for our customers through the people and products we stand behind. We take pride in our legacy as an independently owned, fourth-generation business that puts our people first. Our portfolio includes pumps, spraying equipment, filtration products, valves, and custom-engineered systems for the simplest and most complicated industrial and municipal applications.
For more information, please contact:
Kate Dennis
Marketing Specialist
C: 236-268-7506