About Advanced Industrial Technologies — The AIT Story
AIT has been dedicated to delivering superior industrial solutions and exceptional customer service for decades.
Who is AIT?
Advanced Industrial Technologies (AIT) is a leading provider of industrial equipment and engineered solutions. Based in Houston, Texas, our team combines decades of experience with a passion for innovation to solve the toughest challenges in automation, testing, and valve repair. AIT is the exclusive North American master distributor of Air Torque® actuators, and we are committed to delivering reliability and performance for every client.
Our Mission and Values
The AIT mission is to empower clients with high-performance industrial actuation solutions built on a foundation of quality and expertise. We foster strong partnerships by providing reliable products, professional service, and a responsive approach to every project.
Quality actuators
We take pride in providing products that last.
Customer partnership
We work side-by-side with you to find the right solution.
Safety first
We design processes that prioritize safety.
Industries We Serve
With our expertise and experience, the AIT team can support clients in a range of industries, including
Chemical and petrochemical
Refining
Liquid natural gas (LNG) and gas processing
Power generation
Renewable fuels
Marine and shipbuilding
What AIT Does Best
At AIT, our strength lies in our comprehensive, in-house capabilities and our long-lasting partnerships with industrial leaders. We specialize in precision engineering, producing high-quality products, as well as being the exclusive North American master distributor of world-renowned Air Torque® actuators. Beyond offering high-quality actuation systems, our expertise encompasses advanced testing, custom automation, and reliable repair services, enabling us to deliver a comprehensive solution tailored to your specific needs.
Our Journey
Headquartered in Houston, TX, AIT was born in 2015 out of a long-standing and successful relationship between Air Torque® and the AIT leadership team. Since then, AIT has evolved to meet the changing demands of industrial clients. AIT has grown into a trusted partner, known for our specialized services, tackling complex actuation projects.
The LPW Family of Brands
Our fellow companies within the LPW Group include highly specialized and leading manufacturers across product categories. In addition to Western Forge & Flange, the other LPW legacy brands are:
Designer and manufacturer of engineered gate, globe, check, and ball valves, focusing on stainless, duplex, and high nickel alloys. Ladish Valves are built for the most demanding corrosive, erosive, and high-purity applications.
One of the world’s longest-standing providers of API 602 forged steel valves.
A leader in the forged pressure fitting industry, founded in 1931.
A leading supplier of world-class forged flanges in exotic alloys including Hastelloy, Inconel, Titanium, Duplex and Super-Duplex, Stainless Steel, and Copper Nickel flanges across industries, founded in 1944.
The exclusive North American distributor for Air Torque rack and pinion and Scotch yoke actuators.
A provider of high-quality industrial worm gears, bevel gears, and declutchable override gears with a focus on valve automation.
A leader in custom impression die forging, creating dies in carbon, stainless, chrome moly, aluminum, copper nickel, hastelloy, monel, and other alloys.
Join Our Team
We believe our people are our greatest asset. If you are passionate about engineering, driven by quality, and ready to take on exciting challenges, AIT is a place where you can build a rewarding career.
Get in Touch
We’d love to hear from you. Whether you need a quote, have a technical question, or want to explore a new project, our team is ready to help.