US Wholesale Pipe & Tube
US Wholesale Pipe & Tube is a Holiday, Florida-based wholesale distributor of galvanized mechanical steel pipe and tube products, serving small and medium-sized OEM manufacturers across trailers, solar, fencing, buildings, and related industries through six US stocking branches, with exclusive distribution rights to Allied Tube's Flo-Coat and Gatorshield brands.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1964
- HeadquartersHoliday, United States
- Headcount51–100
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What US Wholesale Pipe & Tube does
US Wholesale Pipe & Tube, LLC is a privately held wholesale distributor of galvanized mechanical steel pipe and tube products headquartered in Holiday, Florida, operating as a wholly-owned subsidiary of SPS Companies, Inc. since 2020. The company distributes in-line galvanized tubing (including Allied Tube's proprietary Flo-Coat and Gatorshield brands), hot-dip galvanized pipe, pre-galvanized tube, DOM tubing, uncoated tube, stainless steel, structural shapes, fence products, and Kee Klamp structural fittings, and provides value-added fabrication services including cutting, bending, welding, drilling, laser processing, swaging, and powder coating. As the largest US distributor of Allied's Flo-Coat and Gatorshield products, the company holds exclusive distribution rights to this proprietary triple-layer (zinc, conversion coating, clear polymer topcoat) in-line galvanizing process, which delivers higher yield and tensile strength than competing pre-galvanized or batch hot-dip alternatives.
The company serves small and medium-sized OEM manufacturers across fourteen end-use verticals, including trailers, solar ground mount structures, fencing, metal buildings and carports, greenhouses, docks, playgrounds, precision tubular, sign post, and foundation applications. Its commercial model is sales-led and quote-based, supported by an experienced inside sales team, six strategically located stocking branches (Holiday FL, Atlanta GA, Dallas TX, Oakland CA, Anaheim CA, Greensboro NC) holding over 4,000 tons of inventory, and multi-channel delivery options including will-call pickup, $500-minimum route truck delivery, and truckload freight. Pricing is opaque (not publicly disclosed), and customer payment processing is handled through an integrated portal. The business does not disclose revenue, operates primarily in the US, and has grown through three disclosed acquisitions (All American Steel in 2007, Production Components, Inc. in 2011, and Carolina Galvanized Tube in 2021) as well as recent physical capacity expansions in Holiday, FL in 2023 and 2025.
The company's primary revenue streams are one-time product sales of steel pipe and tube (categorized as one-time license revenue) and professional fabrication services. Customer concentration risk is structurally low because the customer base is described as an "extensive clientele" of SMB OEMs distributed across multiple industries with no named anchor accounts. The underlying product technology is proprietary to Allied Tube & Conduit rather than owned by US Wholesale, meaning the company's competitive position depends substantially on the durability of this distribution relationship. There is no disclosed use of AI, machine learning, or proprietary software platforms beyond a standard e-commerce quote request system and customer payment portal.
US Wholesale Pipe & Tube firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- US Wholesale Pipe & Tube
- Legal name
- US Wholesale Pipe & Tube, LLC
- Website
- https://usw.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1964
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 51–100 employees
- Short description
- US Wholesale Pipe & Tube is a Holiday, Florida-based wholesale distributor of galvanized mechanical steel pipe and tube products, serving small and medium-sized OEM manufacturers across trailers, solar, fencing, buildings, and related industries through six US stocking branches, with exclusive distribution rights to Allied Tube's Flo-Coat and Gatorshield brands.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
US Wholesale Pipe & Tube industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Steel Pipe & Tube Distribution
- NAICS
- Iron and Steel Pipe and Tube Manufacturing from Purchased Steel (33121), Iron and Steel Pipe and Tube Manufacturing from Purchased Steel (331210), Hardware Merchant Wholesalers (423710), Other Metal Valve and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing (332919)
- SIC
- Wholesale-Hardware & Plumbing & Heating Equipment & Supplies (5070), Wholesale-Lumber & Other Construction Materials (5030), Steel Pipe & Tubes (3317), Wholesale-Industrial Machinery & Equipment (5084)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Pipe & Tube Manufacturing (Seamless & Welded OCTG/Line Pipe/Structural Tube) (IMAKABAI)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Pipes & Tubing (Metal, Plastic & Composite) (IMADALAC), Pipe Fittings, Couplings & Connectors (IMADALAD)
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Where US Wholesale Pipe & Tube is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Holiday
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices6 records
Markets served
US Wholesale Pipe & Tube business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Steel Pipe & Tube Distribution: Distribution of galvanized mechanical steel pipe and tube products including in-line galvanized, hot-dip galvanized, pre-galvanized, uncoated tube, DOM tubing, structural shapes, fence products, and stainless steel. One-time product sales with no minimum order for will call customers.
- Fabrication Services: Value-added fabrication services including cutting, bending, welding, drilling, laser processing, swaging, and hot-dip processing. Stocking facilities assist with raw materials as well as finished product fabrication.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Will Call Orders |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Route Truck Shipments |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels4 records
US Wholesale Pipe & Tube product offering
Product offeringCore offering
US Wholesale Pipe & Tube is a wholesale distributor of galvanized mechanical steel pipe and tube products, operating as the nation's largest distributor of Allied Tube's Gatorshield® and Flo-Coat® brands. The company stocks and distributes in-line galvanized, hot-dip galvanized, pre-galvanized, DOM, uncoated, and stainless steel tubing, plus structural shapes, fence products, and Kee Klamp® fittings, and provides value-added fabrication, powder coating, and welding services to OEM manufacturers.
Product overview
US Wholesale Pipe & Tube is a wholesale distributor of steel pipe and tube products, operating as a single unified product portfolio centered on galvanized mechanical steel tubing. The core offerings include In-Line Galvanized Steel Tubing (featuring proprietary Flo-Coat® and Gatorshield® brands manufactured by Allied Tube & Conduit), Hot-Dip Pipe, Pre-Galvanized Tube, Telescoping Tube/Telespar®, DOM Tube, Uncoated Tube, Stainless Steel, and Structural Shapes. These are complemented by related products including Fence products, Hat Channel, and Kee Klamp® structural fittings. The company also offers value-added services including Fabrication (cutting, bending, welding, drilling, laser processing), Powder Coating, and Welding Services. As the nation's largest distributor of Allied Tube's Gatorshield® and Flo-Coat® galvanized steel tubing, the company serves small and medium-sized OEM manufacturers across numerous industries including bollards, buildings/carports, conveyor, docks, fabric structures, farmstead, fencing, foundation, greenhouse, playground, precision tubular, sign post, solar-satellite, and trailers.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- In-Line Galvanized Steel Tubing (Flo-Coat® & Gatorshield®) High-strength galvanized mechanical steel tubing with proprietary triple-layer Flo-Coat® corrosion protection (zinc, conversion coating, clear polymer topcoat) applied in-line. Available in round, square, and rectangular shapes from 1/2" to 5" O.D. for OEM manufacturers in trailer, solar, fencing, building, and industrial applications.
- Hot-Dip Pipe Premium hot-dipped galvanized pipe stocked in ASTM A53 Grade A & B, featuring robust zinc coating for unparalleled corrosion protection in construction, agricultural, and industrial applications.
- Pre-Galvanized Tube High-grade pre-galvanized tube with protective zinc coating applied prior to fabrication, offering exceptional corrosion resistance, longevity, and seamless weldability.
- Telespar® Telescoping Tube Square telescoping tubing allowing tubular sections of different sizes to telescope into the next larger size, designed for sign posts, identification signage, parking meter posts, and barricades with superior wind load performance.
- Fence Products Versatile fence products including galvanized and powder coated chain link, PVC in various colors and styles, ornamental aluminum for commercial and residential use, and custom in-house manufactured gates.
- Hat Channel Galvanized hat channel support pieces for tubing framing, side sheeting, and roofing applications, available in 18 gauge with 1 1/2" profile.
- DOM Tube Drawn Over Mandrel (DOM) tubes manufactured through a specialized cold-drawing process offering exceptional dimensional accuracy, smooth surface finish, and uniform mechanical properties for automotive, aerospace, and machinery applications.
- Uncoated Tube Uncoated steel tubing engineered to exceed industry standards with precise dimensional accuracy and seamless weldability for construction, manufacturing, and engineering applications.
- Stainless Steel Products Complete range of stainless steel pipe, tube, sheet, plate, bar, and structural shapes in grades 304, 304L, 316L, 430, and 2205, designed for highly corrosive and extreme heat environments.
Companies that use US Wholesale Pipe & Tube
Customer profileSegments7 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
US Wholesale Pipe & Tube technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature2 records
US Wholesale Pipe & Tube partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.
- Allied Tube & ConduitcoreLong-standing distribution partnership as the largest distributor of Allied Tube's Gatorshield® and Flo-Coat® galvanized steel tubing products. Allied manufactures proprietary triple-layer corrosion protection products including the Flo-Coat® in-line galvanizing process.
- Kee SafetycoreDistributor of Kee Klamp® galvanized malleable iron structural fittings. Kee Klamp products provide mechanical connection solutions without welding for safety barriers, handrails, racks, and other structural applications.
Scale indicators4 records
Recent moves8 records
Expansion highlights4 records
US Wholesale Pipe & Tube competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Chicago Tube & Iron: Distributor of steel tube, pipe, and bar products with fabrication services across multiple US locations. Comparable as a multi-branch steel tube distributor with value-added processing serving OEM and industrial customers.
- Totten Tubes: Specialty distributor of steel pipe and tube products serving OEMs and industrial customers across the US. Directly comparable to USW in product mix (mechanical tubing, galvanized products) and SMB OEM customer focus.
- Independence Tube: Manufacturer and distributor of structural steel tubing serving construction, infrastructure, and OEM customers. Comparable product line (HSS, mechanical tubing) and overlapping end markets with USW.
- Metal Supermarkets: Franchise-based small-quantity metals distributor with 100+ locations across US, Canada, and UK. Comparable SMB-focused, will-call-friendly distribution model serving similar small OEM and contractor customers.
Broad incumbents
- Wheatland Tube (Zekelman Industries): Largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and parent of Allied Tube & Conduit — USW's flagship supplier. Comparable as the upstream manufacturer in the same pipe & tube supply chain.
- Reliance Steel & Aluminum: Largest metals service center company in North America with $15B+ revenue across 300+ locations. Comparable as a broad-line metal distributor with significant pipe & tube exposure and national branch footprint.
- Ryerson: Publicly-traded metals processor and distributor with $7B+ revenue serving industrial customers across the US and internationally. Comparable as a multi-product metals distributor with fabrication services and national reach.
- Kloeckner Metals: Global metals distributor and processor with significant US presence serving industrial OEM customers. Comparable broad-line metals distribution model with fabrication capabilities targeting similar end markets.
- SPS Companies: Parent company of US Wholesale Pipe & Tube and operator of multiple steel distribution businesses across the US. Comparable as the parent platform and as a peer steel service center group.
Regional players
- Mercer Industries: Steel tubing manufacturer and distributor serving primarily the Western US with mechanical and structural tubing products. Comparable product mix and OEM customer base, with regional rather than national overlap.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
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US Wholesale Pipe & Tube leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
US Wholesale Pipe & Tube subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries3 records
US Wholesale Pipe & Tube funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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US Wholesale Pipe & Tube M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about US Wholesale Pipe & Tube
What does US Wholesale Pipe & Tube do?
US Wholesale Pipe & Tube is a wholesale distributor of galvanized mechanical steel pipe and tube products, operating as the nation's largest distributor of Allied Tube's Gatorshield® and Flo-Coat® brands. The company stocks and distributes in-line galvanized, hot-dip galvanized, pre-galvanized, DOM, uncoated, and stainless steel tubing, plus structural shapes, fence products, and Kee Klamp® fittings, and provides value-added fabrication, powder coating, and welding services to OEM manufacturers.
Is US Wholesale Pipe & Tube a public or private company?
US Wholesale Pipe & Tube is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was US Wholesale Pipe & Tube founded?
US Wholesale Pipe & Tube was founded in 1964. It employs 51 to 100 people.
Where is US Wholesale Pipe & Tube based?
US Wholesale Pipe & Tube is headquartered in Holiday, United States, in the North America region.
How does US Wholesale Pipe & Tube make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. Steel Pipe & Tube Distribution is the primary driver. The others are fabrication Services.
Who are US Wholesale Pipe & Tube's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Chicago Tube & Iron, Totten Tubes, Independence Tube and Metal Supermarkets. Broad incumbents are Wheatland Tube (Zekelman Industries), Reliance Steel & Aluminum, Ryerson, Kloeckner Metals and SPS Companies. Mercer Industries is listed as a regional player.
Does US Wholesale Pipe & Tube have an API?
No public API is recorded for US Wholesale Pipe & Tube.
What industry is US Wholesale Pipe & Tube in?
US Wholesale Pipe & Tube's product category is Steel Pipe & Tube Distribution. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAKABAI, Pipe & Tube Manufacturing (Seamless & Welded OCTG/Line Pipe/Structural Tube), with a secondary code of IMADALAC, Pipes & Tubing (Metal, Plastic & Composite). Its NAICS code is 33121 and its SIC code is 5070.