What is MIOX?
MIOX Corporation specializes in the design and manufacture of advanced systems that generate disinfection chemistry on-site. By eliminating the logistical and safety risks associated with transporting hazardous chemicals, the company provides a sustainable alternative for a wide array of sectors, including municipal water treatment, industrial cooling towers, and oil and gas field operations. Their technology is highly scalable, capable of producing between 1.0 and 3,000 pounds of free available chlorine per day, which allows for precise, on-demand application. This operational flexibility positions MIOX as a leader in the environmental technology space, helping clients reduce their carbon footprint while maintaining rigorous compliance with water quality standards.
How much funding has MIOX raised?
MIOX has raised a total of $39.5M across 4 funding rounds:
Series B
$14.5M
Series C
$19M
Private Equity
$5M
Debt
$1M
Series B (2007): $14.5M with participation from Nick Pritzker, New Mexico Community Capital, Sierra Ventures, and Flywheel Ventures
Series C (2008): $19M led by Sierra Ventures and Flywheel Ventures
Private Equity (2011): $5M, investors not publicly disclosed
Debt (2014): $1M featuring DCM Ventures, Sierra Ventures, and Flywheel Ventures
Key Investors in MIOX
Sierra Ventures
A Silicon Valley-based venture capital firm that raises dedicated funds to invest in early-stage technology startups, primarily in areas such as enterprise software, infrastructure, and frontier tech.
Flywheel Ventures
A firm focused on building companies that address significant global challenges, emphasizing scalable infrastructure solutions and data-driven innovation.
DCM Ventures
A prominent investment firm that provides strategic capital and operational support to companies looking to enhance their market reach and technological capabilities.
What's next for MIOX?
With the support of its latest major strategic investment, MIOX is well-positioned to accelerate the deployment of its disinfection systems across high-growth industrial markets. The company's strategic roadmap focuses on deepening its penetration into the oil and gas sector, where produced and frac water disinfection remains a critical operational challenge. Furthermore, as global regulatory frameworks tighten around chemical handling and environmental impact, MIOX is poised to capitalize on the increasing demand for safer, on-site chemical generation. Future growth will likely center on expanding its technological footprint in legionella prevention and large-scale municipal infrastructure, leveraging its proven track record to secure long-term enterprise partnerships and drive sustainable revenue growth.
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