Consolidated Pipe & Supply Co., Inc

What Consolidated Pipe & Supply Co., Inc does

Consolidated Pipe & Supply Co., Inc. (CPS) is a privately held, family-owned industrial distributor, fabricator, and manufacturer of pipe, valves, fittings, and related products headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama. Founded in 1960 and now in its third generation of Kerr family ownership, the company operates more than 60 branch offices, stocking yards, and fabrication facilities across 20+ U.S. states, serving end markets including oil & gas, natural gas, sewer & water, piling & structural, nuclear & renewables, and general industrial (chemical, mining, pulp & paper, marine, steel manufacturing). Its core product lines span line pipe, PVC (manufactured through wholly-owned subsidiary Vulcan Plastics in Athens, Alabama), HDPE (fabricated at Lawrenceville, Georgia and Fairfield, Idaho via High Country Fusion), and specialty coatings, fusion bond epoxy, steel fabrication (NASHFAB brand), McElroy fusion equipment, advanced metering solutions, and controls & automation. The company's nuclear division, Consolidated Power Supply (founded 1986), supplies safety-related metallic materials and ASME Section III components from facilities in Pennsylvania, Louisiana, New Jersey, and Delaware, positioning CPS as one of the largest nuclear component providers globally.

CPS makes money primarily through one-time hardware sales of pipe, valves, fittings, and accessories, complemented by professional services revenue from fabrication (steel, HDPE, custom), specialty coatings (FBE, internal/external coatings), machinery rentals, and metering solutions. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, with net 30-day payment terms and F.O.B. Origin shipping. The go-to-market is an enterprise field sales motion through the 60+ branch network, supported by inside sales teams, targeting utility, municipal, oil & gas, nuclear, and industrial customers nationwide. Vertical integration is a key differentiator: CPS manufactures PVC internally, fabricates HDPE and steel, applies specialty coatings, and operates its own nuclear component fabrication (ASME NPT certified with design capability), effectively functioning as a single-source supplier for complex multi-product piping projects.

The company holds ISO 9001:2015 certification across multiple divisions, ASME NPT/NS/NA certifications for nuclear work, and quality program approvals from 3M, NAPCA, AWWA, and SSPC-Q/P-3. It has a working relationship with more than 300 manufacturers and vendors, more than 120 acres of line pipe and tubular stock in inventory, and a McElroy fusion fleet capable of fusing up to 65-inch diameter HDPE. Ongoing investment includes a $28.7 million new corporate headquarters in Birmingham announced in 2024 with at least 40 new full-time jobs, and the company is led by a CEO with the Kerr family maintaining operational continuity through a third-generation transition in 2022.

Name

Consolidated Pipe & Supply Co., Inc

Legal name

Consolidated Pipe & Supply Company, Inc.

Website

https://consolidatedpipe.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1960

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Consolidated Pipe & Supply is a privately held, family-owned industrial distributor and manufacturer of pipe, valves, fittings, and fabricated products serving oil & gas, natural gas, water/sewer, nuclear, and industrial sectors across 20+ U.S. states.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Pipe, Valve & Fitting Distribution

NAICS

Plastics Pipe and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing (326122), Fabricated Pipe and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing (332996), Other Metal Valve and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing (332919), Oil and Gas Pipeline and Related Structures Construction (23712)

SIC

Steel Pipe & Tubes (3317), Water, Sewer, Pipeline, Comm & Power Line Construction (1623), Natural Gas Transmisison & Distribution (4923)

akta.pro primary industry

Pipes & Tubing (Metal, Plastic & Composite) (IMADALAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Pipe Fittings, Couplings & Connectors (IMADALAD), Gas Distribution Pipe & Fittings (PE) (IMANADAB), Pipe Accessories & Joining Systems (Couplings, Gaskets, Solvent Cement, Fusion Fittings) (IMANADAJ), Plumbing & Pipefitting Contracting (IMAFALAC)

Keywords

• Pipe distribution
• Valve fittings supply
• PVC pipe manufacturing
• HDPE fusion fabrication
• Industrial PVF supply

Headquarters

HQ city

Birmingham

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices14 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Pipe, Valve, and Fitting Distribution: Core business distributing piping, fittings, valves, and accessories to energy, oil & gas, utility, construction, water and sewer industries across the United States.
2. PVC Manufacturing: Manufacturing and distributing PVC pipe and products through wholly-owned subsidiary Vulcan Plastics to sewer and water industries nationwide.
3. Fabrication Services: Steel fabrication, HDPE fabrication, cutting, beveling, grooving, threading, and custom fabrication services for various pipe products.
4. Specialty Coatings: Internal and external coating services including fusion bond epoxy (FBE), liquid applied coatings, and Synergy multilayer coating systems for pipe protection.
5. McElroy Equipment Rental and Service: Rental, sales, and service of McElroy fusion machines along with heater recoating and refurbishment services. One of the largest McElroy dealers in the Southeast.
6. Advanced Metering Solutions: Comprehensive metering solutions and services to water utilities including system evaluation, solution delivery, and support.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

Consolidated Pipe & Supply Co., Inc. distributes pipe, valves, and fittings (PVF) and provides complementary fabrication, fusion, coatings, and manufacturing services to industrial, utility, energy, and construction customers. Through operating divisions including Vulcan Plastics, High Country Fusion, Consolidated Power Supply, NASHFAB, and an Engineered Products Division, the company delivers PVC pipe, HDPE fusion services, nuclear-grade supply, and steel fabrication alongside its core distribution offering.

Product overview

Consolidated Pipe & Supply Co., Inc is a national leader in piping, fittings, valves, and accessories for the energy, oil & gas, utility, construction, water and sewer industries, serving since 1960. The company operates as a full-line supplier, fabricator, and manufacturer organized into distinct divisions: the core Line Pipe, PVC (through Vulcan Plastics subsidiary), and HDPE product lines are supported by specialized divisions for Natural Gas, Sewer & Water, Oil & Gas, Piling & Structural, Industrial, and Nuclear & Renewables (Consolidated Power Supply). Key services include Specialty Coatings, Fusion Bond Epoxy, Steel Fabrication (NASHFAB brand), McElroy Fusion Machines, Advanced Metering Solutions, Thread Shop, and Controls & Automation. The company operates more than 60 locations across 20+ states through subsidiaries including Vulcan Plastics (PVC manufacturing), High Country Fusion (HDPE in Idaho), and the Engineered Products Division (nuclear components in Pennsylvania).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Vulcan Plastics: Wholly-owned subsidiary of Consolidated Pipe & Supply, manufacturing and supplying PVC pipe for sewer and water industries since 1981.
• High Country Fusion
• Consolidated Power Supply
• NASHFAB

Products and services

• Pipe, Valves & Fittings (PVF) Distribution Full-line distribution of pipe, valves, and fittings for oil & gas, sewer & water, natural gas, piling & structural, nuclear & renewables, and industrial customers across 20+ U.S. states.
• Vulcan Plastics PVC Pipe (Vulcan Secure Seal) Manufactured PVC pipe products incorporating the proprietary Vulcan Secure Seal gasket system, sold for water, sewer, and infrastructure applications.
• High Country Fusion HDPE Fusion Services HDPE pipe fusion services and products for water, sewer, oil & gas, and industrial applications requiring fused polyethylene piping systems.
• Consolidated Power Supply (Nuclear-Grade Products) Nuclear-grade pipe, valves, fittings, and related components supplied to nuclear power generation operators.
• NASHFAB Steel Fabrication Steel fabrication services producing custom fabricated assemblies for industrial and infrastructure projects.
• Engineered Products Division (EPD) Engineered specialty products and assemblies for industrial customers, complementing the broader PVF distribution line.

Quantifiable outcome

• Coat 1/2" to 36-inch pipe up to 60-foot lengths in fusion bond epoxy facility
• +1 more outcomes

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• McElroycoreTechnology or IntegrationCPS is one of the largest McElroy Fusion Machine dealers in the Southeast with training facilities and certified technicians. Offers McElroy heater re-coating and refurbishment services, equipment rentals, sales, and training certification.
• 300+ Manufacturers and VendorscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCPS supports, stocks, and represents more than 300 of the best manufacturers and vendors in the marketplace, allowing them to become a one-stop shop for all pipe, valve, and fitting needs.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Core & Main: Core & Main is a leading US distributor of water, sewer, and storm drain products to municipal and private waterworks customers. Directly comparable to CPS's Sewer & Water division and the PVC offerings of Vulcan Plastics, competing for the same AWWA-spec municipal contracts.
• MRC Global: MRC Global is the largest PVF distributor to the energy sector, directly comparable to CPS's oil & gas and natural gas divisions. Both serve upstream, midstream, and downstream energy customers with pipe, valves, fittings, and value-added services, and compete for the same line pipe and OCTG business.
• DXP Enterprises: DXP Enterprises is a direct competitor in industrial PVF distribution and rotating equipment, with overlapping customers in oil & gas, water, and general industrial markets. Comparable to CPS in serving a multi-vertical end market with a mix of distribution and light fabrication/repair services.
• DNOW (NOW Inc.): DNOW is a global distributor of pipe, valves, fittings, and other energy products to the oil & gas industry. Directly comparable to CPS's Oil & Gas division and line pipe offering, with a similar model of inventory-stocking locations serving E&P and midstream customers.

Emerging players

• Mueller Industries: Mueller Industries manufactures copper, brass, aluminum, and plastic products including pipe and fittings sold through wholesale distribution. Comparable to CPS's plastic pipe (Vulcan) and metal fittings business lines, though Mueller is a manufacturer rather than a distributor-fabricator.
• Northwest Pipe Company: Northwest Pipe manufactures steel and precast concrete pipe products for water transmission, wastewater, and structural applications. Comparable to CPS's piling & structural and sewer & water product lines, particularly in heavy infrastructure pipe.

Broad incumbents

• Applied Industrial Technologies: Applied Industrial Technologies is a large industrial distributor serving MRO and OEM customers across general industrial markets. Tangentially comparable to CPS's Industrial Division, though Applied focuses more broadly on bearings, power transmission, and fluid power rather than heavy pipe.
• Ferguson Enterprises: Ferguson is the largest US PVF distributor with a broad residential plumbing, waterworks, and HVAC portfolio. Overlaps with CPS in the waterworks (sewer & water) segment and through enterprise plumbing/HVAC distribution, but operates at much larger scale and has a heavier residential tilt.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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