Houston, TX – Scruggs Company, a Houston-based provider of products and solutions for the water and wastewater industry and a portfolio company of Rox Capital Partners, today announced its merger with Neil Technical Services (NTS). The combination enhances Scruggs’ platform by adding a robust service component, creating a more comprehensive offering for municipalities, utilities, and industrial clients.
Scruggs Company has long been recognized as a trusted distributor of products that support critical water and wastewater infrastructure. Since becoming part of Rox Capital Partners’ portfolio, Scruggs has pursued strategic growth initiatives aimed at building a diversified platform across the sector.
Neil Technical Services (NTS) brings extensive field expertise that complements Scruggs’ product strength. By integrating NTS’s service capabilities, the combined business will be able to support customers not only with reliable products but also with installation, maintenance, and technical service to maximize system performance and extend asset life.
“This merger is an important step in our mission to provide a full-service platform for the water and wastewater industry,” said Al Cameron, Managing Partner at Rox Capital. “With NTS, we’re adding service expertise that allows us to deliver turnkey solutions and become an even more valuable partner to our customers.”
David Neil, CEO of NTS added, “We are excited to join Scruggs and Rox Capital Partners in building a leading platform. Our service team will complement Scruggs’ product capabilities, and together we can offer customers a more complete and integrated solution.”
The combined companies will operate under their individual names, Scruggs Company and NTS, with leadership teams working together to ensure a smooth integration. Customers will benefit from enhanced product availability, responsive field support, and the reliability of a full-service provider.
About Scruggs Company
Founded in 1912 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, Scruggs Company is a trusted distributor of products and solutions for the water and wastewater industry. The company provides municipalities, utilities, and industrial clients with high-quality products that support critical infrastructure and system performance.
About Neil Technical Services (NTS)
Neil Technical Services (NTS) provides field services and technical expertise for the water and wastewater sector. With a focus on installation, maintenance, and performance optimization, NTS helps customers extend the life and efficiency of their systems.
About Rox Capital Partners
Rox Capital Partners is a private investment firm focused on partnering with founder- and family-owned businesses to accelerate growth. Rox Capital brings strategic resources, operational expertise, and a collaborative approach to building long-term value across its portfolio companies.