U.S. Pipe

What U.S. Pipe does

U.S. Pipe is a manufacturer of ductile iron pipe, fittings, gaskets, and specialty coatings serving municipal water, wastewater, and industrial infrastructure markets in the United States and internationally. Founded in 1899 and headquartered in the U.S., the company pioneered the TYTON JOINT push-on pipe connection in 1956 and has produced ductile iron pipe since the inception of the AWWA C151 standard in 1965. Its product portfolio includes core pipe products (TYTON JOINT, HDSS High Pressure Restrained Pipe with Deflection, TR-XTREME seismic pipe, HP LOK large diameter restrained pipe, Mechanical Joint pipe, Flanged pipe, ERDIP, MECH-LOK, BOLT-LOK), a complementary line of fittings and welded outlets, proprietary gaskets (TYTON, FIELD LOK 350, TY-CON conductive, FLANGE-TYTE II), and specialty coatings and linings (metallic zinc, V-Bio polyethylene encasement, Protecto 401 ceramic epoxy, glass lining/porcelain enamel, fusion bonded epoxy).

U.S. Pipe Fabrication, the company's wholly-owned fabrication division, operates 10 fabrication facilities coast-to-coast, making it the largest independent ductile iron pipe fabricator in the United States and the only domestic glass-lining manufacturer for process piping. The fabrication business was built through a series of acquisitions beginning in 1991 and continuing through the 2015 Custom Fab acquisition, broadening the product line to include fabricated ductile iron pipe, grooved pipe, anchor pipe, wall pipe, thrust collars, and steel fabrications. U.S. Pipe is a division of Quikrete Companies, a diversified construction materials conglomerate.

The company generates revenue primarily through direct B2B sales of ductile iron pipe, fittings, and accessories to municipal utilities, engineering firms, contractors, and industrial buyers. Its go-to-market is enterprise field sales supplemented by technical resource teams, "Lunch & Learn" professional development for engineers and specifiers, downloadable submittal documents, and a customer ordering portal (store.uspipe.com). Pricing is project-specific and quote-based rather than publicly disclosed. Revenue is diversified across five product streams (pipe, fittings/fabricated products, gaskets/accessories, specialty coatings/linings, and export sales) and four customer verticals (municipal water, municipal wastewater, industrial/power, and specialty infrastructure projects including bridge crossings, HDD, and seismic installations). All products are manufactured in the USA and comply with AWWA, ANSI, and NSF/ANSI-61 standards.

Name

U.S. Pipe

Legal name

U.S. Pipe

Website

https://uspipe.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1899

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

U.S. Pipe is a 125-year-old U.S. manufacturer of ductile iron pipe, fittings, gaskets, and specialty coatings serving municipal water, wastewater, and industrial infrastructure markets, operating 10 fabrication facilities as a division of Quikrete Companies.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Ductile Iron Pipe Manufacturing

NAICS

Iron and Steel Pipe and Tube Manufacturing from Purchased Steel (33121), Fabricated Pipe and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing (332996)

SIC

Steel Pipe & Tubes (3317)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industry

Pipe Fittings, Couplings & Connectors (IMADALAD)

Keywords

• Ductile iron pipe
• Restrained joint pipe
• Municipal water infrastructure
• Wastewater piping
• Pipe fabrication

Headquarters

HQ city

Birmingham

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Ductile Iron Pipe Sales: Manufacture and sale of ductile iron pipe products including standard pipe, restrained joint pipes (HDSS, TR-XTREME, HP LOK, TR FLEX), and mechanical/flanged variants. Revenue generated from direct B2B sales to municipal utilities, contractors, and industrial buyers.
2. Fittings and Fabricated Products: Sale of ductile iron fittings, fabricated pipe, welded outlets, and specialty fabrications including anchor pipe, wall pipe, thrust collars, and grooved pipe. Includes both domestic and import ductile iron fittings.
3. Gaskets and Accessories: Sale of proprietary gaskets including TYTON, FIELD LOK 350, TY-CON Conductive, FLANGE-TYTE, and MJ FIELD LOK gaskets along with joint lubricants and installation hardware.
4. Specialty Coatings and Linings: Applied coatings and linings including metallic zinc coating, V-Bio polyethylene encasement, Protecto 401 ceramic epoxy, glass lining (porcelain enamel), and fusion bonded epoxies. Both external corrosion protection and internal lining services.
5. Export Sales: International sales of ductile iron pipe and fittings in metric sizes (DN 100 through DN 1600) with Spanish language documentation and international standard compliance (ISO 2531).

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

U.S. Pipe manufactures and sells ductile iron pipe, fittings, gaskets, and specialty coatings/linings for municipal water, wastewater, and industrial infrastructure applications. The company's product portfolio includes patented push-on and restrained joint pipe systems (TYTON JOINT, HDSS, TR-XTREME, HP LOK), complementary fittings, gaskets, and corrosion-control coatings. U.S. Pipe Fabrication, a division with 10 U.S. locations, provides custom fabricated ductile iron pipe products to municipal utilities, contractors, and industrial buyers.

Product overview

U.S. Pipe is a manufacturer of ductile iron pipe and pipe fittings for water, wastewater, and industrial applications. The product portfolio consists of core pipe products (TYTON JOINT push-on pipe, HDSS high pressure restrained pipe, TR-XTREME seismic pipe, HP LOK large diameter restrained pipe, Mechanical Joint pipe, Flanged pipe, and specialty restrained joints like BOLT-LOK and MECH-LOK), paired with complementary fittings (M-FLEX deflection fittings, TR FLEX fittings, Mechanical Joint fittings, Flanged fittings, Telescoping Sleeves, and Saddle Outlets), gaskets (TYTON Gasket, FIELD LOK 350, TY-CON Conductive, FLANGE-TYTE gaskets), and specialty coatings/linings (Metallic Zinc, V-Bio Polyethylene, Protecto 401, Glass Lining, Fusion Bonded Epoxy). U.S. Pipe Fabrication, a division with 10 locations, provides custom fabrication services including fabricated ductile iron pipe, grooved pipe, anchor pipe, wall pipe, and specialty coatings. International metric versions are offered for key products. The company is a subsidiary of Quikrete.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• TYTON JOINT: U.S. Pipe's trademark product for ductile iron pipe with push-on type connection, introduced to water works industry in 1956
• HDSS
• TR-XTREME
• HP LOK
• BOLT-LOK
• MECH-LOK
• ERDIP
• FIELD LOK 350
• M-FLEX
• TY-CON
• V-Bio
• Protecto 401
• Glass Lining (Porcelain Enamel)

Products and services

• TYTON JOINT Pipe Push-on type ductile iron pipe connection introduced in 1956; U.S. Pipe's trademark product. Available in sizes 3" through 64" with nominal 18-foot or 20-foot laying lengths. Used for municipal water and wastewater transmission and distribution.
• HDSS High Pressure Restrained Pipe with Deflection High pressure restrained joint pipe providing 350psi working pressure with flexible restrained push-on joint for 4"-54" ductile iron pipe. Offers 2-5 degrees of deflection for alignment and settlement accommodation.
• HDSS QUIKLOK Field adaptable restrained joint technology using snap ring to replace traditional factory-applied weld bead. Allows cutting, beveling, grooving, and snap ring installation without field welds. Available in 4"-12" diameters.
• TR-XTREME Restrained Joint Pipe First and only domestic earthquake resistant ductile iron pipe providing expansion/contraction and deflection within a single restrained bell joint. Provides 2.9" of extension capability and up to 5 degrees deflection for seismic areas.
• HP LOK Restrained Joint Pipe Flexible push-on restrained joint for 42"-64" pipe sizes. Working pressure equivalent to parent pipe with maximum 350 psi rating. Factory-installed HP LOK Ring provides positive axial lock.
• ERDIP (Earthquake Resistant Ductile Iron Pipe) Seismic and earthquake resistant ductile iron pipe designed for areas prone to seismic events. Addresses transient and permanent ground deformations including faulting, liquefaction, and settlement.
• Mechanical Joint Pipe Time-tested ductile iron product with mechanical joint connection conforming to AWWA C111. UL Listed and FM Approved. Based on stuffing box principle with bell, gland, rubber gasket, and bolts.
• Flanged Pipe Rigid piping system components for above-ground installation in water filtration plants, sewage disposal plants, wastewater treatment plants, pumping stations, and industrial plants per AWWA C115/21.15. Available in 3"-64" sizes.
• BOLT-LOK Restrained Joint Pipe Flexible restrained connection to bolted joints such as mechanical joint pipe and fittings. Uses ductile iron BOLT-LOK ring with factory-welded alloy steel ring on spigot. Available in 4"-48" pipe sizes.
• MECH-LOK Restrained Joint Pipe Combines proven mechanical joint with rigid restraining system. Ideal for pipeline projects on bridges or elevated structures. Suitable for long-span piers at 40 ft spacings.
• Welded Outlets for Ductile Iron Pipe Welded outlets in wide variety of configurations and sizes. More economical than fittings with shorter delivery times. Available in 4" and larger branches.
• M-FLEX 15-Degree Deflection Fitting Ball joint fitting providing up to 15 degrees of deflection, ideally suited for underwater installations. Short lay length with bell and spigot ends can connect between standard TR FLEX, HP-LOK, or HDSS pipe.
• TR FLEX Restrained Joint Fittings Flexible restrained push-on joint fittings for 4"-20" ductile iron pipe. Suitable for 350 psi working pressures. Perfect for HDD applications.
• Mechanical Joint Fittings AWWA C153 (Compact) and C110 (Full Body) Mechanical Joint Fittings. Standard fittings are cement-mortar lined and coated with asphaltic material. Special coatings and linings available.
• Flanged Fittings Ductile Iron flanged pipe and fittings for rigid, above-ground applications. Perfect for industrial/plant applications. Available in sizes 2"-64".
• TYTON Gasket Original gasket for ductile iron pipe; used in TYTON JOINT, HDSS, TR FLEX, HP LOK, TR-XTREME, and M-FLEX. Circular rubber gasket with modified bulb shape. Conforms to ANSI/AWWA C111/A21.11.
• FIELD LOK 350 Gasket Gold standard for push-on joint restraint. Extremely successful, trouble-free means of joint restraint in 4"-24" sizes. No pipe surface preparation or grooving required. Available in 4"-24" sizes (350 psi).
• TY-CON Conductive Gasket Patented gasket providing pipe joint conductivity for thawing service connections in cold climates. Uses Copper-Bronze segments for electrical contact. Available in 4"-12" sizes, 350 psi rating.
• FLANGE-TYTE II Gasket Patent pending high-performance full-face gasket with advanced elongated bulb seal technology for thread-on style flanges. Compatible with multiple flange standards in sizes 4"-24".
• MJ FIELD LOK Gasket Joint restraint for mechanical joints eliminating need for concrete thrust blocks or lug-type restraints. Available in 4"-12" and 16" sizes. Can be disassembled like standard mechanical joint.
• Metallic Zinc Coating External corrosion control using high purity zinc wire metallizing. Utilized for over 50 years industry-wide. Supplied by U.S. Pipe for over 20 years. Conforms to ISO 8179-1 standard.
• V-Bio Polyethylene Encasement Enhanced polyethylene encasement with corrosion inhibitor and biocide. 3-layer co-extruded LLDPE film with anti-microbial to mitigate MIC and VCI to control galvanic corrosion. 8 mil thick film.
• Protecto 401 Lined Pipe and Fittings Ceramic epoxy lining designed specifically for sanitary sewer service. Provides chemical resistance of novalac epoxy with reliability similar to cement mortar lining. Brownish red bells and spigots for identification.
• Glass Lining (Porcelain Enamel) SG-14 glass lining for ductile iron and steel pipe and fittings. Non-stick surface preventing struvite, vivianite, grease or solids build-up. 10 mils average thickness. Color: Blue. ASTM B 1000-15 standard.
• Fusion Bonded Epoxy (3M Scotchkote 206N) 3M Scotchkote 206N Fusion-Bonded Epoxy coating for corrosion protection of fabricated steel and ductile iron pipe and fittings. 12 mils nominal thickness. NSF-61 approved. Color: Blue/Green.
• Fabricated Ductile Iron Pipe Largest North American fabricator of ductile iron pipe with 10 locations. Sizes 3"-64" with Cement, Protecto 401, or Glass linings. NAPF Quality Plus certified. ANSI/NSF Standard 61 certified.
• Grooved Ductile Iron Pipe Manufactured for air, water, sewage, oil, and other liquids. Joint employs shoulders or grooves with segmented mechanical coupling. Manufactured per ANSI/AWWA C606, NAPF 400, and UL certified.

Quantifiable outcome

• FIELD LOK 350 Gasket used in over 1 million joint assemblies across North America
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Custom FabcoreOthers · 1 January 2015In 2015, U.S. Pipe Fabrication acquired the assets of Custom Fab with facilities in Orlando, Atlanta, Phoenix, Portland, Philadelphia, and San Antonio, significantly expanding nationwide footprint to 10 locations.
• Fab Pipe (Rogers, MN)coreOthers · 1 January 2013Acquired Fab Pipe in Rogers, MN in 2013, further enhancing U.S. Pipe Fabrication's geographic coverage area.
• Anvil International (Ductile Iron Fabrication Assets)coreOthers · 1 January 2005Between 2005 and 2006, U.S. Pipe Fabrication acquired the ductile iron fabrication assets of Anvil International, expanding product line and manufacturing capacity.
• Vitco CorporationcoreOthers · 1 January 2001Acquired in January 2001, Vitco Corporation of Erie, PA was a high-profile acquisition that made U.S. Pipe Fabrication the only glass-lining manufacturer for process piping in the country at the time. This acquisition provided proprietary glass lining technology (Porcelain Enamel) for ductile iron and steel pipe.
• Ductile Iron Pipe Research Association (DIPRA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDIPRA is a research association whose member companies include ductile iron pipe manufacturers. U.S. Pipe participates in DIPRA and collaborated on the Design Decision Model (DDM) for corrosion control of ductile iron pipelines, leveraging combined experiences and data of member company technical staffs with corrosion control experts.
• Corrpro Companies (Aegion Corporation subsidiary)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborated with DIPRA to develop the risk-based Design Decision Model (DDM) for corrosion control of ductile iron pipelines, leveraging Corrpro's corrosion control expertise.
• Quikrete Companies (Parent)coreOthersU.S. Pipe and U.S. Pipe Fabrication are divisions of Quikrete Companies, a major manufacturer of construction materials including concrete, cement, and related products. The Quikrete family of companies includes Rinker Pipe, U.S. Pipe, Custom Building Products, Pavestone, Keystone Hardscapes, and others.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• American Cast Iron Pipe Company (ACIPCO): ACIPCO is one of the largest US manufacturers of ductile iron pipe and fittings for water, wastewater, and fire protection applications. Directly competes with U.S. Pipe across municipal water and wastewater segments with comparable product lines (push-on and restrained joint pipe, fittings, specialty linings).
• McWane Ductile: McWane Ductile, part of McWane Inc., is a major US ductile iron pipe manufacturer producing pipe and fittings for water and wastewater infrastructure. Directly competes with U.S. Pipe in municipal markets with similar AWWA-compliant products and a comparable focus on restrained joint technology.
• Saint-Gobain PAM (now PAM Building / Saint-Gobain Canalisation): Saint-Gobain PAM is the world's largest ductile iron pipe manufacturer, with significant operations in Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Asia. Competes with U.S. Pipe internationally (especially in Latin America) and represents the dominant global ductile iron pipe competitor that U.S. Pipe faces in export markets.
• Northwest Pipe Company: Northwest Pipe Company manufactures steel pipe and fabricated products for water transmission, water plant piping, and infrastructure applications. Directly competes with U.S. Pipe in large-diameter water transmission pipe and fabricated steel/iron pipe projects, particularly in municipal and industrial water infrastructure.

Broad incumbents

• Mueller Water Products: Mueller Water Products is a broad water infrastructure company offering valves, hydrants, pipe fittings, and metering solutions to municipal utilities. Competes with U.S. Pipe in adjacent categories (fittings, valves, hydrants) and is a complementary player for utility procurement rather than a direct ductile iron pipe competitor.
• Xylem: Xylem is a global water technology company providing pumps, treatment, metering, and smart infrastructure solutions to utilities and industries. Operates in adjacent water infrastructure categories and serves similar municipal utility customers, though not a direct pipe manufacturer competitor.

Emerging players

• Advanced Drainage Systems (ADS): ADS is the leading manufacturer of HDPE and polypropylene pipe products for stormwater, drainage, and sanitary sewer applications. Represents the primary plastic pipe alternative competing with ductile iron in smaller diameter and gravity-flow applications where plastic's cost advantage is most pronounced.
• JM Eagle: JM Eagle is the largest manufacturer of plastic PVC and PE pipe in North America, supplying water, sewer, irrigation, and conduit markets. Competes with U.S. Pipe in small-to-medium diameter applications where plastic pipe has established specification share in municipal water distribution.

Regional players

• Anvil International (ASPEAN): Anvil International is a manufacturer of pipe fittings, couplings, hangers, and valves for plumbing, mechanical, and industrial markets. Previously divested ductile iron fabrication assets to U.S. Pipe (2005-2006); today overlaps with U.S. Pipe in fittings and fabricated products for water infrastructure.
• Jindal SAW Ltd: Jindal SAW is one of India's largest pipe manufacturers producing ductile iron pipes, steel pipes, and DI fittings for water and sewer applications worldwide. Competes with U.S. Pipe in international ductile iron pipe markets, particularly in Asia, Middle East, and Africa where it has established manufacturing and export presence.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance20 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A3 records

Investments

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