Why ProPulse Values Manufacturing in Peosta, Iowa
A U.S. Based OEM Hose Manufacturer Built on Strong Midwestern Manufacturing
For ProPulse, manufacturing in Peosta, Iowa is more than a geographic choice. It’s a strategic advantage.
Operating in Northeast Iowa gives ProPulse access to dependable infrastructure, a skilled workforce, and a community that actively supports long-term manufacturing growth. These advantages help the company deliver what OEM customers care about most: consistent quality, reliable lead times, and responsive service from a trusted domestic manufacturing partner.
Located within the Greater Dubuque Region — where Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin converge — Peosta also provides access to a strong regional transportation network and convenient proximity to major Midwest cities. Cultural amenities, outdoor recreation and a community environment that supports long-term careers contribute to workforce stability and retention.
Together, these factors allow ProPulse to operate with the quality, efficiency, control, and responsiveness OEM customers expect.
The Benefits of Manufacturing in Iowa
Iowa has long been known for its strong industrial base, and Peosta provides an environment where manufacturers can operate without unnecessary complexity.
For ProPulse, manufacturing in Iowa means:
• Reliable utilities and industrial facilities that support uninterrupted production
• Local leadership that understands the needs of manufacturers
• A business climate that encourages long-term investment in equipment, people, and processes
These fundamentals allow ProPulse to focus on performance and continuous improvement rather than operational roadblocks. By keeping manufacturing domestic, the company maintains tighter quality control and greater flexibility than overseas suppliers can typically offer.
A Central Location That Supports OEM Customers Nationwide
Peosta’s Midwest location gives ProPulse a practical logistics advantage. Products manufactured in Peosta ship quickly to customers across the country, helping reduce transit times and improve reliability for OEM partners.
This strategic location allows ProPulse to:
• Serve OEM customers across multiple regions with consistent delivery
• Respond quickly to changing demand
• Maintain supply chain reliability without relying on overseas production
• Keep manufacturing and assembly in-house
Proximity to major Midwest hubs including Madison, WI; Chicago, IL; Minneapolis–Saint Paul, MN; and Des Moines, IA, also strengthens travel access, supplier coordination, and operational efficiency.
For customers, this means fewer delays and a more responsive manufacturing partner.
A Skilled Manufacturing Workforce in Northeast Iowa
Great manufacturing starts with great people. Peosta provides access to a dependable, skilled workforce that takes pride in hands-on production work and long-term careers in manufacturing. That stability supports both quality and consistency on the shop floor.
- Employees committed to safety, precision, and quality
- Strong retention and institutional knowledge
- Workforce development through regional partners like Northeast Iowa Community College
- A community where employees feel personally connected to their workplace
Workforce strength is further reinforced by nearby educational institutions, including Northeast Iowa Community College in Peosta and four colleges within 25 miles: Loras College, Clarke University, the University of Dubuque, and the University of Wisconsin–Platteville. Together, these institutions support technical training, engineering education, and long-term talent development.
This regional pipeline helps maintain high standards across engineering, production, and quality control.
Community Support That Strengthens Local Manufacturing
Peosta’s support for ProPulse extends beyond infrastructure and workforce development. The community understands the important role manufacturing plays in long-term stability, shared opportunity, and responsible growth.
That support is reflected in ongoing collaboration with city leadership, first responders, local organizations, not-for-profits, and fellow businesses — partnerships built on mutual respect and a shared investment in the community’s future. It is also formally recognized through the city’s designation of March 21 as ProPulse Day, honoring the company’s role as a long-standing manufacturing contributor.
This recognition represents more than a milestone. It highlights a continued commitment to working together in ways that strengthen relationships, support the community, and create lasting success for everyone involved.
A Region Where People Build Long-Term Careers
Peosta and the Greater Dubuque Region offer more than workplace opportunities. Cultural and environmental benefits help create a place where people can build long-term careers and families can thrive. Access to museums, performing arts, symphony programming, sports events and outdoor recreation along the Mississippi River, including hiking, hunting, and fishing, supports a stable, engaged workforce and strong community ties. Safe neighborhoods and high-quality schools help families put down roots and contribute to long-term employee retention.
A Domestic OEM Hose and Hose Assembly Manufacturer
Founded in 1998 by President and CEO Jeff Theis, in collaboration with the Schieffer family of Lippstadt, Germany, ProPulse was built with a clear mission: serve U.S. OEMs as a responsive, high-quality domestic manufacturing partner.
Today, ProPulse operates as a leading:
• OEM hose manufacturer
• Hose assembly manufacturer
• Pressure washer hose manufacturer in the USA
From its Peosta facility, the company designs, manufactures, and assembles high-pressure hose and hose assemblies for OEMs in many industries, including:
Agriculture
Construction
Utilities
Forestry
Material Handling
Pressure Washing
Transportation
Products like the patented UberFlex® pressure washer hose are engineered, tested, and produced entirely in-house, supported by dedicated engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams. Keeping these capabilities under one roof allows ProPulse to deliver tighter tolerances, faster turnaround, and dependable performance.
Proud to Manufacture in Peosta, Iowa