Habhegger On The Industry
 

Elmer Otto Habhegger was born on January 2, 1896, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Growing up during a period of rapid American industrialization, he developed an early interest in the mechanics of progress. He attended East Division High School and Milwaukee Normal School before pursuing further studies at the University of Wisconsin. These formative years established the foundation in engineering and mathematics that defined his professional life. The United States entry into World

EOH + PEI: Then & Now When we opened our doors in 1927, fueling looked very different. Pumps were mechanical, stations were few, and every sale depended on trust. Our founder, Elmer Otto Habhegger, built this company on simple values: do good work, treat people well, and always stand behind what you sell. Those ideas have carried us through nearly a century of change. In 1951 a group of distributors formed what would become the Petroleum Equipment Institute. The petroleum equ

When the lights go out, reliable power is not a luxury. It is what keeps your family safe, your food from spoiling, your home...

When a fueling site goes dark, so does revenue. Backup power is no longer optional. It is an operational requirement. At E.O. Habhegger ,...

E.O. Habhegger (EOH) is expanding into Power Generation , pairing our proven stocking-distributor model with field service to help keep customers online when it matters most. EOH will now offer backup power systems for sale nationwide , while also providing local installation and service in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware . “We’re getting into the power generation business to increase our value to customers,” said Jody Porter, Vice President of Sales. “We’ll be stockin

Distributor of the Year Proud to be featured in the June 2025 issue of Energy Business Review as Distributor of the Year for Gas Station Supply & Fuel-Handling Equipment. “Habhegger’s value-added distribution model, deep technical know-how, and regional reach make them a standout in the fuel-handling space.”— Energy Business Review Read Jody Porter’s full interview here → Habhegger - Engineering Smarter Fueling Systems #DistributorOfTheYear #EOH #EnergyBusiness Review #Hab

On June 5, 2025, E.O. Habhegger welcomed the PEI Members & Miles: Bridging the Workforce Gap tour to our Yeadon headquarters. As part...

If you ask Jody Porter what matters most in his career, he’ll tell you: relationships. May 18 marks 31 years since Jody first joined E.O....

Opening Day in Florence Township, New Jersey is all about tradition, hometown pride, and the simple joy of community coming together....

Partnership Inspired by Peter Hojnowski, Strengthened by Club Leadership, and Centered on Supporting Youth Development Habhegger Inc....

Believe it or not, Pete’s career didn’t start in petroleum. It started with chocolate. Before embarking on his decades-long career at...

It all began with a lawnmower and a lesson. As a teenager, Chris asked his father, Ken Hagman—then President of E.O. Habhegger—for help...

Reliable fueling systems are essential for government operations, ensuring that emergency vehicles, public works fleets, and other...

Last week, we wrapped up the final session in EOH’s seminar series with Steve McClatchy , and wow—what a journey it’s been! This time,...

We’re excited to spotlight 💡  Gateway Industrial Solutions (GIS) , a proud member of the E.O. Habhegger family! Based in  Branchburg, NJ...

Today, January 3, 2025, Melanie “Mel” Ruga marks her third anniversary with E. O. Habhegger, a milestone on her journey of perseverance,...

As the holiday season unfolds, lights play a central role in many celebrations—whether it’s the flickering flames of a menorah 🕎, the...

A few weeks ago, E.O. Habhegger hosted the second session in a powerful three-part seminar series with Steve McClatchy , a renowned...

For over 30 years, Gateway Petroleum Services  has proudly served commercial and retail fueling facilities throughout the Delaware...

⌛A Milestone Achievement in Service and Innovation October marks the 97th anniversary  of E.O. Habhegger Company, a name synonymous with...