Flow Announces Renewed Partnership with Joe Gibbs Racing
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Katie ParlinSr. Director of Marketing
Flow International
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March 2026 - KENT, Washington - Flow International Corporation and Joe Gibbs Racing (JGR) are proud to announce a renewed five-year partnership, strengthening their shared commitment to performance, precision, and innovation. This agreement enables JGR to integrate Flow’s NX Pro waterjet, LZR fiber laser, and HyperBend™ press brake into its operations, thereby enhancing both organizations' dedication to high performance.
“This partnership is about more than just technology – it’s about collaboration,” said Brian Sherick, Global President at Flow. “By working together, we’re combining JGR’s relentless drive for performance with Flow’s expertise in advanced fabrication solutions. The result is a win-win that pushes the boundaries of what’s possible in motorsports manufacturing.”
Mark Bringle, Technical Sponsorship Director at Joe Gibbs Racing, added, “Flow has been a trusted partner for years, and this next chapter takes that relationship to a whole new level. By bringing in Flow’s latest technologies, we’re not just upgrading equipment – we’re investing in a shared vision for efficiency and innovation that is mutually beneficial.”
The technologies driving JGR forward:
About Flow International
Flow International Corporation, a Shape Technologies Group company, is a global leader in advanced cutting and forming solutions, including ultrahigh-pressure waterjet, fiber laser, and press brake technologies. Building on decades of innovation and engineering expertise, Flow delivers solutions that help manufacturers and fabricators cut faster, form smarter, and achieve exceptional results. Committed to innovation, reliability, and unmatched customer support, Flow serves a wide range of industries worldwide. For more information, visit www.flowcorp.com.
About Joe Gibbs Racing
Joe Gibbs Racing (JGR) is one of the premier organizations in NASCAR with four NASCAR Cup Series teams, four NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series teams, an ARCA Menards Series team, and a driver development program. JGR is based in Huntersville, N.C., and owned by 2020 NASCAR Hall of Fame inductee Joe Gibbs, who also earned his place in the Pro Football Hall of Fame and was named as one of the NFL’s top 10 coaches of all-time with a winning career that included three Super Bowl Championships as head coach of the Washington franchise. JGR has competed in NASCAR since 1992, capturing more than 400 wins over that span. No team has more combined wins across the sport’s three national series in the history of NASCAR. In addition, JGR has won five Cup Series championships along with four O’Reilly Auto Parts Series driver championships and seven O’Reilly Auto Parts Series owner’s championships. The organization also has captured four Daytona 500 titles, considered to be NASCAR’s premier event each season. ###
“This partnership is about more than just technology – it’s about collaboration,” said Brian Sherick, Global President at Flow. “By working together, we’re combining JGR’s relentless drive for performance with Flow’s expertise in advanced fabrication solutions. The result is a win-win that pushes the boundaries of what’s possible in motorsports manufacturing.”
Mark Bringle, Technical Sponsorship Director at Joe Gibbs Racing, added, “Flow has been a trusted partner for years, and this next chapter takes that relationship to a whole new level. By bringing in Flow’s latest technologies, we’re not just upgrading equipment – we’re investing in a shared vision for efficiency and innovation that is mutually beneficial.”
The technologies driving JGR forward:
- NX Pro Waterjet – This enclosed system combines automated abrasive recycling, energy efficient pump technology, and a redesigned software interface that elevates usability and overall system performance – bringing next level, high-precision capability to every cut.
- LZR Fiber Laser – Built for high speed, high volume metal cutting, LZR delivers fast, reliable performance across aluminum, mild steel, and stainless up to 1" thick – bringing production level efficiency to every job.
- HyperBend™ Press Brake – Combines intelligent automation with precision forming for fast changeovers and complex bending capabilities – streamlining workflows and maximizing efficiency.
About Flow International
Flow International Corporation, a Shape Technologies Group company, is a global leader in advanced cutting and forming solutions, including ultrahigh-pressure waterjet, fiber laser, and press brake technologies. Building on decades of innovation and engineering expertise, Flow delivers solutions that help manufacturers and fabricators cut faster, form smarter, and achieve exceptional results. Committed to innovation, reliability, and unmatched customer support, Flow serves a wide range of industries worldwide. For more information, visit www.flowcorp.com.
About Joe Gibbs Racing
Joe Gibbs Racing (JGR) is one of the premier organizations in NASCAR with four NASCAR Cup Series teams, four NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series teams, an ARCA Menards Series team, and a driver development program. JGR is based in Huntersville, N.C., and owned by 2020 NASCAR Hall of Fame inductee Joe Gibbs, who also earned his place in the Pro Football Hall of Fame and was named as one of the NFL’s top 10 coaches of all-time with a winning career that included three Super Bowl Championships as head coach of the Washington franchise. JGR has competed in NASCAR since 1992, capturing more than 400 wins over that span. No team has more combined wins across the sport’s three national series in the history of NASCAR. In addition, JGR has won five Cup Series championships along with four O’Reilly Auto Parts Series driver championships and seven O’Reilly Auto Parts Series owner’s championships. The organization also has captured four Daytona 500 titles, considered to be NASCAR’s premier event each season. ###