Dover (NYSE:DOV), incorporated in 1955 and headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, is a diversified global manufacturer that specializes in delivering innovative equipment and components across various industries. The company operates through five primary segments—Refrigeration & Food Equipment, Engineered Systems, Energy, Printing & Identification, and Pumps & Process Solutions—each offering a broad range of products and services designed to improve productivity, efficiency, and sustainability for its customers.
In the Refrigeration & Food Equipment segment, Dover provides commercial refrigeration systems, ice machines and dispensers, and other foodservice solutions under well-known brands such as Manitowoc Ice and Baxter. The Engineered Systems division focuses on material handling, automated identification and data capture, and electronic manufacturing equipment. Within Energy, Dover serves upstream, midstream and downstream oil and gas markets with drilling equipment, flow control systems and specialty valves. The Printing & Identification segment designs and manufactures thermal printers, labeling systems, and coding equipment for packaging operations. Lastly, the Pumps & Process Solutions business offers positive displacement pumps, fluid handling technologies, and custom-engineered systems for chemical, mining, food, and water treatment applications.
Throughout its history, Dover has pursued a growth strategy driven by disciplined acquisitions, strategic divestitures, and continuous investments in research and development. The company has spun off non-core assets—most notably establishing Apergy in the oilfield services arena—and has seamlessly integrated numerous bolt-on acquisitions to enhance its technology portfolio and expand its geographic reach. Dover’s commitment to innovation is reflected in its global network of engineering centers and manufacturing facilities, which support localized customer needs while leveraging best practices from around the world.
Serving markets in the Americas, Europe, Asia-Pacific and beyond, Dover maintains a broad international presence with sales and service operations in over 30 countries. Under the leadership of President and Chief Executive Officer Richard J. Tobin—who has steered the company since 2010—Dover emphasizes operational excellence, customer collaboration and sustainability. Its leadership team combines deep industry expertise with a shared focus on advancing the company’s strategic priorities, ensuring that Dover remains well-positioned to address evolving market demands and deliver long-term growth.
