Global Water Technology, Inc. was founded in 1990 to meet a growing demand in the industry for personalized, affordable, and reliable water treatment services. Our primary goal was to establish an honest and reputable company that facility management teams would be proud to partner with.

 

Today, Global Water Technology, Inc. is one of the industry’s leaders in water and wastewater treatment service and continues to grow nationally.

Safety

Safety starts with the service provider. By following best practices and offering specialized and trained personnel, GWT facilitates a safe work environment in every facility. GWT operator training will help facility personnel to act and respond appropriately around the hazardous material and complex systems their facility.

Technical Expertise

GWT boasts one of the most robust, diverse, and experienced teams in the industry. With a focus on continual development and dissemination of knowledge, GWT is able to deliver consistent, reliable, and knowledgeable service personnel and project managers to every client.

Customization

GWT is able to provide customized solutions to meet client goals. Every product, service, and combination of each are at our disposal to provide a unique approach at each facility we work at.

Customer Service

GWT is not a just a treatment provider. We view our selves as a service provider and understand that communication, follow up, and follow-through are key. Thus we ensure that our outside field representatives and clients have the internal and organizational support to respond to client needs faster than most competitors whether it be deliveries, quotes, or technical support.

Minority Owned Water Treatment Company (MBE Certified)

Global Water Technology, Inc. is a certified Minority Owned Company by the National Minority Supplier Diversity Council, City of Chicago, State of Illinois, and State of Indiana.

Supplier diversification is beneficial because it: 

Facilitates positive PR

Helps meet corporate social responsibility goals

Helps meet qualifications for certain projects

Small business growth drives the US economy

Helps grow the economy by creating more jobs and opportunities

Shows support for economic diversity and growing small businesses

Aids in the economic recovery and sustainability of our communities

Memberships

The Association of Water Technologies (AWT) is the international water treatment association representing over 500 companies that specialize in applying water treatments for industrial and commercial cooling and heating systems. AWT works daily to support its members and provide us with the tools we need to succeed and grow — training, certification, networking, regulatory, and public awareness programs.

The Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) International is a federation of 90 BOMA U.S. associations and 18 international affiliates. Founded in 1907, BOMA represents the owners and managers of all commercial property types including nearly 10.5 billion square feet of U.S. office space that supports 1.7 million jobs and contributes $234.9 billion to the U.S. GDP. Its mission is to advance a vibrant commercial real estate industry through advocacy, influence and knowledge.​​

Certified Water Technologists

GWT invests in its team’s technical growth and works with all members to achieve technical certification through the Association of Water Technologies. GWT boasts a robust technical team consisting of several Certified Water Technologists (CWTs).

CWTs have the expertise, experience, and knowledge to provide the highest standards of service to and oversight of boilers and chillers. They pride themselves on making facilities as efficient as possible using the latest water treatment technology and techniques to save energy.

Individuals with the CWT designation have personally committed themselves to excellence in the water treatment industry.

CWTs are:

Experts with proven knowledge

Each CWT has passed a rigorous exam that covers all aspects of water treatment technology, and they must recertify every five years to maintain the credential.

Experienced and reputable

Every CWT has been employed as a water treatment professional for a minimum of five years. And, they have all passed a thorough peer-review process that includes references from colleagues and clients.

Ethical and responsible

Each CWT has signed a 13-part Declaration of Ethics. Violations result in disciplinary action, including possible revocation of their certification status.

Recognitions

GWT Placed No. 2266 on Inc. Magazine’s 2020 List of America’s Fastest Growing Private Companies

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In 2020, Inc. Magazine ranked Global Water Technology, Inc. (GWT) No. 2266 with a three-year revenue growth of 184.76 percent on its Annual List of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies –the Inc. 5000!

The list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the American economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent small businesses. Intuit, Zappos, Under Armour, Microsoft, Patagonia, and many other well-known names gained their first national exposure as honorees on the Inc. 5000.

GWT Ranked No. 238 on the Inaugural 2020 Inc. 5000 Series: Midwest With Two-Year Revenue Growth of 95 Percent

 

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In 2020, Inc. Magazine ranked Global Water Technology, Inc. (GWT) No. 238 with a two-year revenue growth of 95 percent on its inaugural Inc. 5000 Series: Midwest list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. Born of the annual Inc. 5000 franchise, this regional list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the Midwest economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent small businesses.

GWT Ranked Among Fastest Growing Environmental Services Companies in Inc. Magaines’s 2019 Annual List of Fastest-Growing Private Companies

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April 2019, Inc. magazine revealed that Global Water Technology, Inc. (GWT) ranked No. 2176 with a three-year revenue growth of 185 percent on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies. GWT ranked No. 14 in the Environmental Services category. The list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the American economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent small businesses. Microsoft, Dell, Domino’s Pizza, Pandora, Timberland, LinkedIn, Yelp, Zillow, and many other well-known names gained their first national exposure as honorees on the Inc. 5000.

Ranked 1945 on Inc. 5000’s 2017 List of Fastest Growing Private Companies

Why GWT?

In 2017, GWT made the INC 5000 List of fastest growing companies in the country.

Companies are evaluated through analysis/verification of financials and ultimately ranked based on the growth rate of the company according to their formula.

GWT ranked #1945 with a growth rate of 195%. GWT ranked #16 in our Industry Category of Environmental Services.

Recipient of Supplier Award at SodexoMAGIC 2017 Diversity Round-Table

Why GWT?

In 2017, as one of SodexoMAGIC’s primary service suppliers for their Integrated Facilities Management segment, GWT was invited to attend a captive Round-table Discussion about vendor diversity.

At the event, GWT was one of two other partners, Core Mechanical and Courtesy Electric, recognized for, “Unwavering Commitment to Inspire Quality of Life Solutions within the Chicagoland Community.”

Recognized in Diverse Supplier Spotlight in SodexoMAGIC Autumn 2017 Newsletter

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GWT was recognized in the SodexoMAGIC Autumn 2017 Newsletter in the Diverse Supplier Spotlight Section for superior performance and collaboration on community engagement.

Recipient of University of Illinois’ MAFBE Conference 2010 Vendor Recognition Award

Why GWT?

In 2010, GWT was one of 4 recipients of the University of Illinois Minority and Female Business Enterprise Program’s (MAFBE) Vendor Recognition Award for services provided to the University of Illinois.

“As a minority contractor, we are honored to receive such a prestigious award from MAFBE, a program with a strong mission and vision for the success and participation of minorities in different aspects of higher education.”

Maria E. Villarreal, Founder GWT- Inc.

Recognized by Marc Realty in Chief Egineer’s Association of Chicagoland’s Magazine

Why GWT?

In the CEAC’s June 2011 publication, John Ferek, Director of Operations and the GWT Team were recognized by Marc Realty’s management team for outstanding customer service and “going far above and beyond” in assisting to restore one of their condominium properties after a devastating flood.

GWT provided the cooling tower cleaning services, sanitized all heating systems and provided new chemical feed and filtration systems for the central plant.

Featured in CEAC Volume 76 Number 6 Pages 27-38 “WHO’LL STOP THE RAIN”

  • GWT provides us with reliable & dependable monthly service. After choosing Global a year ago, our HW/CW chemical readings have been the most consistent out of the last 3 water treaters. GWT is in my budget and are very nice people to work with.

    Jim Facility Director of Engineering at a North Chicago Hospital
  • I have been a Global customer for many years. When the warranty period expired on our new office building I sought out water treatment companies to service the equipment. Global’s pricing, products, and service have kept me a customer since. As for performance, our cooling towers and chillers’ tubes look like new and have had no corrosion or scale issues.

    Pat Chief Engineer, Downtown Commercial Office Building
  • GWT is all about customer service, if we have any issues with one of many different water loops throughout the building we call our service technician and he is there to assist.  The chemical treatment portion of our annual HVAC budget can be costly. GWT works within our budget parameters and designed a cost effective program tailored for our building.

    Scott Chief Engineer Commercial Office Building
  • Global Water is great! Prices can’t be beat. Can’t believe they don’t have the entire city of Chicago! They help me manage my entire Chicago portfolio. From helping me deal with projects at individual properties to developing cross property strategies, Global always has an answer that helps me meet my bottom line.

    Jim Director of Operations, Large Commercial Real Estate Management Company
  • GWT is a great vendor and I would recommend them without hesitation. Economics are in line and even below average considering the work produced. They go over and above in customer service and attention to detail. Service on site has even contacted me when they noticed something within the building that needed my attention.

    Pam Property Manager, Suburban Commercial Property
  • I chose Global Water Technology for their outstanding customer service, knowledgeable staff and fair pricing. They are always there whenever I need them.

    Tim Chief Engineer, Large Suburban Hotel
  • I have had a long standing relationship with Global.  They have always been proactive and I have enjoyed their level of professionalism.  They have experienced technicians with excellent work ethic and communication skills.  They have really adapted well to the way we like to do business.

    Andy Chief Engineer at a Large Chicago University

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