Trusted Antifreeze & Functional Fluids Since 1985
Founded in 1985 and headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, KOST USA stands as one of the nation’s largest family-founded manufacturers, suppliers, and marketers of antifreeze, coolants, and functional fluids. Known for high-performance formulations, technical support, and private‑label manufacturing, KOST serves the automotive aftermarket, heavy-duty transport, industrial, and oil & gas sectors.

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KOST offers a broad solutions portfolio that includes ethylene glycol and propylene glycol-based antifreeze/coolants for light‑ and heavy‑duty vehicles, along with specialty fluids for powersports, plumbing/waterline protection, heat transfer, fire-resistant hydraulics, natural gas dehydration, and diesel exhaust fluid. Key value‑added services include Private Labeling and the KOSTCare™ Fluid Analysis Program for optimized fluid management.

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Velocity Pump & Controls is your authorized Michigan distributor for KOST USA products, delivering solutions that enhance equipment reliability, support compliance, and help maintain cleaner, safer work environments.

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Available KOST USA Products

• DefendAL® – Full range of antifreeze/coolants for light‑ and heavy‑duty, including NOAT extended‑life, HD pre‑charged, and environmentally safer propylene glycol blends.

• Engine Ice® – High-performance coolant tailored for motorcycles, ATVs, and other Powersports, offered in convenient retail pouches and distributor packaging.

• Stationary Engine Coolants (ToughinAL™) – Inhibited glycols formulated for stationary engines, offering superior corrosion, scaling, and cavitation protection across –60 °F to 275 °F.

• Plumbing Waterline Antifreeze – Propylene glycol‑based freeze‑protection for RVs, boats, pools/spas, and seasonal water systems, safe for most materials.

• Other Specialized Fluids – Includes fire-resistant hydraulic fluids (FRH), heat transfer fluids, natural gas dehydration fluids, and diesel exhaust fluid (DEF).

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Industries Served

• Automotive & Heavy‑Duty Aftermarket

• Powersports (Motorcycle, ATV, etc.)

• Stationary Engine Operators (Industrial, Utilities)

• Water Systems & Seasonal Property Management (RVs, Boats, Pools)

• Oil & Gas Sector

• Industrial and Commercial HVAC and Heat Transfer Applications