WHO WE ARE
G&H began as a tool and die shop in 1958 with a handful of employees. We manufactured a variety of precision-stamped specialty products used by operators and service companies to drill and complete oil and gas wells.
On a wellsite, our products were only a small part of a complex system of equipment and procedures, but the quality of these products mattered greatly. A product that was improperly manufactured, structurally flawed, or not delivered on time could undermine safety or cause downtime and operating costs to soar. Uncompromising quality has always been essential. Through determined effort, both G&H and our products developed a reputation for dependability.
By 2010, we were experiencing remarkable growth in demand for perforating guns built to the highest level of quality and delivered faster than any of our competitors. In 2011, G&H launched its own patented line of perforating guns under the trade name Yellow Jacket Oil Tools™. A few years later, G&H launched the industry’s most reliable line of patented frac plugs, under the trade name M1™. Following our belief in change for the better, we set course to become the industry’s “Plug & Perf Powerhouse™.”
Today, G&H employs over 300 people. We have 120,000 sq ft of manufacturing space in our ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturing facility in Northwest Houston. Manufacturing in Houston provides abundant access to an experienced labor pool and competitive pricing on raw materials. It is our strategic advantage over our competitors. We have earned 53 U.S. patents (awarded and pending).
With over six decades of accumulated knowledge, innovative research and development in materials and processes, and state-of-the-art production and inspection equipment, our craftsmanship and capabilities are unmatched.
We are truly a powerhouse, but one intent on living up to our motto,
“ALWAYS BUILDING, ALWAYS BETTER.”
WHO WE ARE
G&H began as a tool and die shop in 1958 with a handful of employees. On a wellsite, our products were only a small part of a complex system of equipment and procedures, but the quality of these products mattered greatly. A product that was improperly machined, structurally flawed, or not delivered on time could undermine safety or cause downtime and operating costs to soar. Uncompromising quality has always been essential. Through determined effort, both G&H and our products developed a reputation for dependability.
By the early 1990s, we were experiencing remarkable growth in demand for two product lines in particular: perforating guns and expendable plugs. Following our belief in change for the better, we adjusted our business model accordingly and set about becoming the industry’s “Plug & Perf Powerhouse.”
Today, we employ over 300 people. We have 120,000 sq ft of manufacturing space at our ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturing facility in Northwest Houston. We operate strategically located warehouses in major U.S. oil and gas producing regions. We have earned 53 U.S. patents (awarded and pending).
With over six decades of accumulated knowledge, innovative research and development in materials and processes, and state-of-the-art production and inspection equipment, our craftsmanship and capabilities are unmatched.
We are truly a Powerhouse, but one intent on Always Building and Always Becoming Better.
THE LEGEND
Since acquiring G&H in 1983, Ed and Janan Kash dedicated their business to taking a personal interest in customer’s success – no matter how large or small. Unrivaled devotion to clients, staff, and engineers not only led to explosive growth for G&H, but ultimately set wholesome roots and innovative standards for the future of manufacturing. Though Ed still likes to play with industrial grade lasers, you’ll likely spot him and the Mrs. at the family ranch enjoying retirement.
THE LEGEND
Since acquiring G&H in 1983, Ed and Janan Kash dedicated their business to taking a personal interest in customer’s success – no matter how large or small. Unrivaled devotion to clients, staff, and engineers not only led to explosive growth for G&H, but ultimately set wholesome roots and innovative standards for the future of manufacturing. Though Ed still likes to play with industrial grade lasers, you’ll likely spot him and the Mrs. at the family ranch enjoying retirement.
THE LEGACY
Jimmy and Danny Kash, sons of Janan and Ed, are the fearless leaders propelling G&H to greater heights. Growing up around the business has inspired them to continue the company’s legacy of providing high-quality metal products and dedicated customer service, all while pushing themselves to expand the business in new, innovative directions. With their bold and creative vision, the future looks bright with the next generation in leadership.
THE FUTURE
G&H ranks number one among our competitors for perforated guns and number five among our competitors for expendable plugs. We have sold over 7.6 million perforating guns in the last ten years alone and our products have been used in 135 unique customer locations. Our client roster is intensely loyal and includes all industry leaders in upstream oil and gas. The goal is simple: be number one and stay number one. Through constant product innovation and recruitment of talented team members, we never stop evolving and shaping our future.
ALWAYS Building…ALWAYS Better.
20, 25, 30, 35, and 40 years. Now that is something worth celebrating. 💛
On Friday, we came together to honor teammates who have dedicated two, three, and even four decades to helping build this company.
Behind every milestone are years of hard work, knowledge shared, challenges solved, and friendships built. These are the people whose experience and pride in their work make a difference every single day.
To each of our honorees: thank you for the years you’ve given and everything you continue to bring to our team. You have helped shape who we are, and we are incredibly proud to celebrate you.
The conversations continued long after the exhibit floor closed. During AOG Patagonia, we brought our customers together for a private evening of Argentine asado and time with the Yellow Jacket team.
It was a chance to step away from the busy show, share a meal, and get to know the people we work with a little better. To everyone who joined us, thank you for spending your evening with us. And to our team, thank you for the work that went into making both the show and this gathering happen.
A memorable week in Neuquén, on and off the show floor.
Argentina, you made this one unforgettable! 🇦🇷 The energy, the turnout, and the welcome from customers and friends made this an incredible week for our Yellow Jacket team.
We’re proud to be operating in Argentina and supporting completions in the Vaca Muerta. This event gave us the opportunity to reconnect with customers, meet new faces, and share what’s next.
A particularly special highlight was welcoming the U.S. Ambassador to Argentina to our booth! Technical presentations and several media interviews gave our team even more opportunities to share our technology and commitment to the region.
And the Yellow Jacket beer cart? The line spoke for itself! 🍻
To our customers, partners, and everyone who spent time with us: ¡Muchísimas gracias! You made this event exceptional, and we’re excited to keep building on the work we’re already doing together.
Come for the BBQ. Stay for the show! Join us at the DEP Permian Basin BBQ Cook-Off, November 10–11 at Scharbauer Sports Complex. Swing by Booth 719 for dueling pianos, good food, drinks and great company. Stop in, catch up and bring a song request. We’ll see you in Midland!
We’re heading to Banff! Come see the Yellow Jacket Oil Tools team at the SPE Montney/Duvernay Symposium, November 2–4 at Fairmont Banff Springs. We’ll be at Booth 27 in the Technology Showcase, ready to catch up, talk completions and show you what we’ve been working on. Stop by and say hello!
A great couple of days at the 2026 Bad Boy Blast! Yellow Jacket Oil Tools was proud to sponsor the coffee station and have a team participate in this year`s event, supporting local volunteer fire departments and Odessa Crime Stoppers. Thanks to all our friends at ConocoPhillips for the opportunity and to everyone who made it a great event!
