Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation has reported robust financial results for the third quarter of 2026, reflecting a solid performance in the general industrial machinery and equipment sector.

For the quarter ending September 30, 2026, the company achieved net sales of $495 million, marking a 7% increase compared to $455 million in the same quarter last year. This growth was driven by a 7% rise in core sales and a 2% contribution from acquisitions.

Net income from continuing operations reached $76 million, translating to a diluted earnings per share (EPS) of $0.45, up from $60 million and $0.35 in the previous year’s third quarter. Adjusted EBITDA was reported at $140 million, or 28.3% of net sales, compared to $122 million, or 26.8% of net sales, in the prior year.

Additionally, Zurn Elkay announced an adjusted EPS of $0.52, an improvement from $0.43 in the year-ago quarter. The company also reported free cash flow of $110 million, with a net debt leverage ratio of 0.4x as of September 30, 2026.

In a strategic move, Zurn Elkay completed the acquisition of Intellihot, Inc., enhancing its portfolio in the water solutions market. The company also deployed $35 million to repurchase 0.7 million shares of its common stock during the quarter.

The earnings release was made public on October 27, 2026, and is part of a series of filings that demonstrate Zurn Elkay's commitment to transparency and investor relations. An investor call is scheduled for October 28, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss these results further.

Overall, Zurn Elkay's performance underscores its resilience and growth potential in the competitive landscape of the general industrial machinery and equipment sector.

Details were not available in the SEC filing regarding future plans or further developments following this earnings announcement.