KATY, Texas - s4story -- Inframark, a leader in infrastructure solutions focused on water and wastewater contract operations and maintenance services throughout the U.S., is pleased to announce its recent partnership with Georgia-based Woodruff & Howe Environmental Engineering (WHEE). This strategic transaction marks significant progress in Inframark's goal to deliver innovative solutions for sustainable water management.

Founded in 2000, WHEE is a full-service environmental engineering consulting firm that specializes in the planning, design, and implementation of effective, compliant and sustainable solutions for clients facing environmental and regulatory challenges. With extensive water treatment systems experience, the team provides environmental, civil, and process engineering capabilities to industrial, agricultural, commercial and municipal clients nationwide.

The addition of WHEE enhances Inframark's unique in-house advisory and engineering capability, which was established in August 2024, when ESG Engineering joined the company. WHEE brings considerable thought leadership and a complementary portfolio of technical skills, including significant experience in wastewater and water treatment technology across various industries, as well as proven knowledge in water conservation, recycling and reuse, and air pollution control. The team also has a comprehensive understanding of regulatory requirements, including important per- and polyfluoroalkyl (PFAS) expertise, which augments Inframark's existing PFAS advisory capabilities. Specifically, WHEE helps clients implement and manage effective compliance programs and treatment systems related to PFAS and other federal, state and local regulatory requirements.

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"I have had the privilege of working alongside WHEE throughout my career," says Trey Gavin, P.E., Senior Vice President and General Manager of Inframark's engineering group. "As we continue to strategically expand our engineering expertise, our primary focus remains on bringing together industry-leading experts with a proven track record of solving their clients' most complex water systems challenges. In that regard, WHEE was a natural partner. We are eager to leverage their knowledge to further extend our capabilities and better serve our clients and communities."

WHEE's founders, Steven Woodruff, P.E. and Warren Howe, P.E., will continue in their roles. Both Steven and Warren are well-known and respected thought leaders, each authoring numerous papers and presenting at various industry events on topics such as water treatment, conservation and management techniques, as well as related risk mitigation and regulatory issues.

In a joint statement, both Woodruff and Howe shared enthusiasm about the transition to Inframark, "This is a wonderful opportunity for our team to join forces with a national leader in water-focused infrastructure. Our combined strengths will allow us to tackle complex engineering challenges and deliver innovative solutions that will benefit our clients, communities and the environment. We look forward to continuing our tradition of service excellence and are excited about what's ahead."

"Welcoming the WHEE team and their exceptional talent to Inframark enables us to further extend our comprehensive suite of services," commented James Irwin, Executive Vice President of Corporate Development. "Our engineering competency has rapidly evolved into a significant value-added offering for our clients and a distinct competitive advantage for Inframark. This acquisition represents another meaningful step in our growth journey to positively impact the industry."

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About Inframark

Inframark, LLC (www.inframark.com) is an industry-leading applied technology and solutions firm, specializing in water and wastewater infrastructure operations and maintenance (O&M) across the U.S. By integrating automation and intelligent data solutions in water and wastewater O&M, management of community infrastructure, and data systems integration, Inframark can provide unparalleled service and technical support. With over 40 years of experience managing water-related infrastructure, the company employs approximately 3,200 people, operating and maintaining more than 550 water and wastewater treatment systems across the country in approximately 30 states. Inframark manages wastewater and drinking water facilities that serve a total population of more than six million.

About Woodruff & Howe Environmental Engineering

Founded in 2000, Woodruff & Howe Environmental Engineering, Inc. (WHEE) is a full-service environmental engineering consulting firm that specializes in planning, designing, and implementing effective solutions to solve environmental and regulatory concerns for clients. Currently licensed in 27 states, WHEE works with clients from coast to coast in a range of industries and offers specific expertise with advanced wastewater treatment systems. The team also has a comprehensive understanding of regulatory requirements, including important per- and polyfluoroalkyl (PFAS) expertise.  In addition to working closely with industrial clients, the company frequently serves clients in the food and agricultural industries, and municipalities nationwide. For more information, visit the firm's website www.wheeinc.com.