Sep 30, 2021

John Henry Foster Acquires Farrar Pump and Machinery Company

John Henry Foster Company (“JHF”) is excited to announce the acquisition of the assets of Farrar Pump and Machinery Company (“Farrar”). Incorporated in 1912, Farrar is the oldest and most experienced pump company in the area, with a business focused on industrial process pumps and equipment. This acquisition will expand John Henry Foster’s current fluid power and automation capabilities- allowing us to offer you comprehensive process solutions with a full line of industry leading pumps, filters, and valves as well as pump repair and system design support. 

New Product Offerings Include:

  • Diaphragm pumps
  • Centrifugal pumps
  • Piston pumps
  • Vertical pumps
  • Drum pumps
  • Submersible pumps
  • Gear pumps
  • Metering pumps
  • Peristaltic pumps
  • Sanitary pumps
  • Filtration equipment
  • Valves

New Brand Offerings Include:

  • ARO
  • Gorman-Rupp
  • Tsurumi
  • Vertiflo
  • Gusher
  • Ampco
  • Lutz
  • March
  • CAT
  • AMT

As your Industrial Pump & Equipment provider, we also offer comprehensive services including system design support and 24/7 repair.

A message from Jerry Jokerst, owner of Farrar Pump and Machinery (“Farrar”) to their loyal customers:

"You have allowed us to become your trusted source for pump system engineering, problem solving, and personal customer service. We thank you for your support and fellowship over the years, and we feel that we are leaving you in great hands with JHF. We are fortunate to have the opportunity to combine forces with such a respected name in the industry."

Rich Gau, President and CEO of John Henry Foster added:

"Combining Farrar’s product lines, expertise, and reputation with JHF’s 100% employee-owned support team and commitment to local inventory will allow us to provide reliable, end-to-end pumping solutions for your industrial and mobile applications. John Henry Foster is now the Go-To resource for all your pumping needs! To ensure you receive exceptional personal touch and expertise from us, JHF welcomes several long-time Farrar employees to the team, who will continue to support our loyal customers with current and future applications."

For additional information, please contact JHF Customer Support at 314-427-0600 or email sales@jhf.com


ARO® Pumps & FRLs — Sales, Service & Maintenance | John Henry Foster
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ARO® Pumps, Lubrication & FRLs — Sales, Service & Maintenance

As an authorized distributor, John Henry Foster helps you spec, supply, and maintain ARO® fluid handling equipment—air‑operated & electric diaphragm pumps, piston pumps, lubrication systems, and ARO‑Flo FRLs—for reliable, efficient production.

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Products

What we sell & support

ARO AODD Pump

Air‑Operated Diaphragm Pumps (AODD)

Proven, stall‑resistant pumps for light‑to‑medium viscosity fluids—even with solids. Available in metallic and non‑metallic builds, with ATEX options.

ARO EVO Electric Pump

Electric Diaphragm Pumps (EVO Series™)

Energy‑efficient, sealless positive‑displacement technology for continuous duty and precise control—ideal when air is limited or energy costs matter.

ARO Piston Pump

Piston Pumps & Packages

Hydraulic and pneumatic piston pumps for transfer and extrusion—handling viscosities up to 1,000,000 cP for coatings, sealants, and adhesives.

ARO Lubrication Equipment

Lubrication Equipment

Oil and grease pumps in ratios from 3:1 to 100:1 for shop service through heavy equipment lube systems—plus meters, handles, and reels.

ARO-Flo FRLs

ARO‑Flo FRLs

Modular filters, regulators, and lubricators to protect your pneumatics and keep devices running at peak performance with precise oil feed control.

ARO Repair Kits

OEM Parts & Repair Kits

Genuine air & fluid section kits, diaphragms, checks, and seals to restore factory performance and protect warranties.

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