Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Partner for Industrial Pump Solutions in Salt Lake City
Nickerson Company has been a trusted provider of pump solutions since 1924, serving diverse industries across the Intermountain West. Our expertise spans the sale, repair, and service of high-quality water pumps, motors, and related equipment, supported by a dedicated team of certified professionals. We maintain a comprehensive repair facility with mechanical, machining, and fabrication capabilities to ensure reliable, long-term performance for our clients' systems. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our OSHA-licensed, MSHA-certified, and fully insured operations, offering tailored solutions for municipal, industrial, agricultural, and commercial applications.With a focus on innovation and customer satisfaction, we partner with premier manufacturers to deliver competitive pricing and cutting-edge technology. Our field service technicians provide installation, preventative maintenance, and emergency support within 300 miles of Salt Lake City, ensuring minimal downtime for critical operations. For over a century, our family-owned business has combined deep industry knowledge with hands-on experience to address complex pumping challenges, backed by a legacy of trust and technical proficiency.
Services
Vertical Turbine Pumps
Fire Protection Systems
Industrial Water Pumps
Pump Repair Services
Submersible Pumps
Agricultural Irrigation Pumps
Mining Pump Solutions
Snowmaking Equipment
Details
- Year established: 1924
Highlights and features
- Over 100 years of specialized expertise in pump systems since 1924
- OSHA-licensed, MSHA-certified, and fully insured technicians
- Comprehensive in-house repair facility with machining capabilities
- Factory-certified service for leading pump manufacturers
- 24/7 field support within 300 miles of Salt Lake City
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- NSF 61
- API 610
Services
Vertical Turbine Pumps
Nickerson Company offers a complete line of vertical turbine pumps including close-coupled, axial/mixed flow, and deep well configurations. Our engineers design systems handling flows up to 25,000 GPM with heads reaching 4,620 feet, suitable for municipal water supply and industrial processing applications. All units undergo factory testing to Hydraulic Institute standards and feature customizable materials for corrosion resistance in harsh environments.
Fire Protection Systems
We provide UL-listed and FM-approved fire protection systems meeting NFPA-20 standards for commercial and industrial facilities. Our offerings include horizontal/vertical split case, inline, and turbine configurations with flows from 250-5,000 GPM and pressure ratings up to 490 PSI. Systems integrate with jockey pumps, controllers, and emergency power sources for complete fire safety compliance.
Pump Repair Services
Our ISO 9001-certified repair facility handles all brands of industrial pumps with in-house machining and fabrication capabilities. Services include field diagnostics, motor rewinds through EASA-certified partners, and component upgrades using NSF-61 compliant materials. Preventative maintenance programs reduce downtime while extending equipment lifecycle for municipal and mining operations.
Agricultural Irrigation Pumps
Specialized pumping solutions for agricultural operations feature high-efficiency centrifugal and submersible models capable of handling solids up to 3.5 inches. Systems include corrosion-resistant coatings and variable frequency drives for precise water management in crop irrigation and livestock applications across the Intermountain West region.
Snowmaking Equipment
Since the 1970s, we've supplied high-pressure snowmaking systems to major ski resorts. Our packages include split-case pumps with diesel/hybrid drivers, automated controls, and stainless steel components engineered for sub-zero operating conditions. Comprehensive service support ensures maximum uptime during critical winter seasons.
People
Richard Nickerson
President
Richard Nickerson Company leads the fourth-generation family business with 30+ years of industry experience. He oversees strategic operations while maintaining the company's founding commitment to technical excellence and customer service in pump system solutions.
Jeff Stucki
Outside Sales
Jeff Stucki manages municipal and industrial sales across southern Utah, Colorado, and Wyoming. With 15 years in pump systems, he specializes in specifying custom water supply solutions for large-scale infrastructure projects.
Garry Noyce
Outside Sales
Garry Noyce serves northern Utah, Idaho, and Nevada markets with expertise in industrial process pumping systems. He has engineered solutions for mining operations and manufacturing facilities requiring high-volume fluid transfer systems.
Questions
What industries do you serve?
We support municipal water systems, mining operations, agricultural irrigation, fire protection, industrial manufacturing, and ski resorts across the Intermountain West.
Do you offer emergency repair services?
Yes, our field technicians provide 24/7 emergency pump repair and replacement services within 300 miles of Salt Lake City.
Are your technicians certified?
Our team includes OSHA-licensed, MSHA-certified professionals with factory training from major pump manufacturers.
Can you handle specialized pump requirements?
Yes, our engineering team customizes pump systems with materials and configurations for extreme environments, including corrosion-resistant and high-temperature applications.
What geographic areas do you cover?
We serve Utah, Idaho, Western Wyoming, Eastern Nevada, and Western Colorado with local inventory and field service support.
Reviews (1)
Fabian Larrosa
May 17, 2021
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You guys make good job , in my opinion just need add big commercial billboard in front to easy access to new customers
