Mid-States Concrete Industries

What Mid-States Concrete Industries does

Mid-States Concrete Industries is a privately held, family-owned precast/prestressed concrete manufacturer headquartered in South Beloit, Illinois, founded May 13, 1946 and now in its third generation of Harker family leadership under President Hagen Harker and Chairman Emeritus Charles Harker. The company designs, engineers, manufactures, delivers, and erects custom architectural and structural precast concrete components — including hollowcore plank, insulated and architectural wall panels, foundation wall panels, beams and columns, double tees, and balconies — for commercial, education (K-12 and higher ed), multi-family residential, industrial, municipal, mixed-use, and religious construction projects across the Midwest.

The company operates three production facilities (South Beloit, IL; Germantown, WI via the January 2024 acquisition of PCI AA Certified International Concrete Products; and Browntown, WI) and an in-house batch plant with quality-controlled plant environments. Its technical differentiating processes include Graphic Concrete image imprinting, thin brick sandwich panels, custom wood grain form liners, Nawkaw staining, sandblast and acid-etch finishes, integral color, and integration with Peikko DELTABEAMS for slim-floor multi-story systems.

The business model is project-based, quote-driven, and 100% direct sales (no resellers or e-commerce), conducted on an enterprise field-sales motion with an early design-assist engagement model that begins at the schematic design phase. Senior Structural Engineer Tara Loomis (20 years of prior consulting experience) and VP of Sales and Marketing Jeremy Olivotti influence architect and engineer specifications directly, supported by regional sales representatives, repeat general-contractor partners (CCI, J.P. Cullen, Findorff, Opus, Knutson, Briohn), and AIA continuing-education outreach. Pricing is determined per project by specifications, with no disclosed public list pricing. Certifications and credentials include PCI-certified plants, PCI AA Certified via ICP, and continuous OSHA SHARP certification of the South Beloit facility since 2017.

Name

Mid-States Concrete Industries

Legal name

Mid-States Concrete Industries

Website

https://msprecast.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1946

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Mid-States Concrete Industries is a family-owned, third-generation precast/prestressed concrete manufacturer headquartered in South Beloit, Illinois, producing custom hollowcore, wall panels, beams and columns, double tees, and balconies for Midwest education, multi-family, commercial, industrial, and municipal construction projects via three production facilities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Precast Concrete Products and Building Systems

NAICS

Other Concrete Product Manufacturing (327390), Cement and Concrete Product Manufacturing (3273)

SIC

Concrete Products, Except Block & Brick (3272), Concrete, Gypsum & Plaster Products (3270)

akta.pro primary industry

Precast Concrete Products (IMADAAAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Masonry Prefabricated Elements (Panels, Lintels, Sills) (IMADABAM)

Keywords

• Precast concrete products
• Structural precast components
• Architectural precast walls
• Hollowcore plank systems
• Precast building envelope

Headquarters

HQ city

South Beloit

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Custom Precast Concrete Manufacturing: Mid-States Concrete Industries manufactures custom-designed precast concrete components (hollowcore plank, wall panels, beams, columns, double tees, balconies) for individual construction projects. Each project involves custom design, engineering, production, delivery, and erection. Revenue is generated on a project-by-project basis through contracts with general contractors, developers, school districts, and municipal clients. The company has been in operation for approximately 80 years under three generations of family leadership, indicating sustained revenue generation from recurring customers and new project acquisition.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Mid-States Concrete Industries is a custom precast/prestressed concrete manufacturer that designs, engineers, produces, delivers, and erects structural and architectural precast components — hollowcore plank, insulated and architectural wall panels, foundation wall panels, beams and columns, double tees, and balconies — for commercial, education, multi-family residential, industrial, municipal, and religious construction projects across the Midwest. The company provides preconstruction design-assist engineering and partners with general contractors, developers, architects, and institutional owners from schematic design through completion.

Product overview

Mid-States Concrete Industries offers a comprehensive portfolio of precast concrete products for structural and architectural building applications. The core product line includes Hollowcore (prestressed plank for floors and roofs), Insulated Wall Panels, Architectural Wall Panels, Foundation Wall Panels, Beams and Columns, Double Tees, and Balconies. These products serve commercial, education, industrial, multi-family, municipal, and religious construction sectors. The company also acquired International Concrete Products (ICP) in January 2024, expanding capabilities into architectural precast with PCI AA Certification. Precast components are manufactured in controlled plant environments and delivered for on-site erection, supporting fast construction schedules and design flexibility.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Hollowcore Plank Prestressed precast concrete plank used for flooring and roof systems, offering long-span capabilities up to approximately 50 feet, fire ratings up to four hours with structural topping, sound insulation, and weather and seismic durability. Ideal for multi-family, commercial, and industrial buildings.
• Insulated Wall Panels Structural precast concrete wall panels with continuous insulation sandwiched between two wythes of concrete for thermal efficiency, sound absorption, and load-bearing capacity. Used in K-12 schools as ICC-500 storm shelters.
• Architectural Wall Panels Precast concrete wall panels with custom architectural finishes including brick patterns, form liners (e.g., wood grain), stains (Nawkaw), sandblast and acid-etch finishes, reveals, integral color, and Graphic Concrete image imprinting.
• Foundation Wall Panels Precast concrete panels designed for below-grade foundation applications, providing structural support and moisture resistance for building foundations.
• Beams and Columns Precast concrete beams and columns in various sizes for load-bearing applications, providing fast installation and vibration-resistant stability for building construction.
• Double Tees Prestressed precast concrete components with a T-shape consisting of two stems and a top flange, engineered for long open spans with minimal intermediate columns. Commonly used in parking structures, industrial facilities, and roof systems, and as ICC-500 storm shelter roof systems.
• Balconies Precast concrete balcony components designed for multi-family residential buildings, providing durable outdoor living space integrated with the structural precast system.
• International Concrete Products (ICP) — Architectural Precast Division Architectural precast concrete product line operated from Mid-States' Germantown, Wisconsin facility. PCI AA Certified, specializing in architectural precast that complements Mid-States' structural precast offerings.

Quantifiable outcome

• Speed of construction: precast can be erected at one deck per week on multi-story buildings, allowing simultaneous work by multiple trades on different floors
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers23 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

API detail

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AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core, key, operational and minor.

• International Concrete Products (ICP)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 January 2024Mid-States Concrete Industries acquired International Concrete Products (ICP), a Germantown, Wisconsin-based company specializing in architectural precast concrete. ICP is PCI AA Certified. The acquisition (announced January 2024) enables Mid-States to expand combined offerings in structural and architectural precast building systems. ICP's specialization complements Mid-States' existing capabilities, with ICP featured as a division on Mid-States' website and promoted through Precast Chalk Talk Episode 54.
• Peikko Group (DELTABEAMS)keyTechnology or IntegrationMid-States Concrete Industries integrates Peikko DELTABEAMS into its structural precast systems for multi-story residential and commercial buildings. DELTABEAMS work with hollowcore slabs to achieve long spans, flat ceilings, built-in fire resistance, and speed of installation without on-site fireproofing. Used in projects including Wright & Wagner Lofts Riverfront Building (76 DELTABEAMS on five floors). Peikko manufactures the DELTABEAM product; Mid-States handles all coordination, engineering, and erection.
• Salesforce (CRM, Marketing Cloud Account Engagement)operationalTechnology or IntegrationMid-States Concrete Industries uses Salesforce to manage customer data for sales and marketing efforts and Salesforce Marketing Cloud Account Engagement (formerly Pardot) for marketing automation, tracking website visitor activities, setting preference cookies, and managing email campaigns. Customer personal data including name, email, company, phone number may be stored in Salesforce.
• Graphic Concrete Ltd.keyTechnology or IntegrationMid-States uses the Graphic Concrete process — a surface retarder technology applied via special film — to imprint images, logos, and designs directly into precast concrete wall panels. Used on Maine West High School where the school's name 'Maine West' was printed across the building's north and south facades in multiple colors. The process creates detailed graphic imagery embedded in the concrete surface.
• JLA ArchitectscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJLA Architects served as architect for the Wright & Wagner Lofts project (both Grand Building and Riverfront Building), working with Mid-States from schematic design through construction. JLA participated in design-assist sessions with Mid-States and praised the early engagement of Tara Loomis (Senior Structural Engineer) and Jeremy Olivotti (VP Sales and Marketing) from day one of design. Marc Ott (VP/Director of Quality Control) and Sal Impellitteri (Senior Project Architect) led JLA's engagement.
• Corporate Contractors Inc. (CCI)coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerCCI (Corporate Contractors Inc.) is a repeat general contractor partner on multiple Mid-States projects including Wright & Wagner Lofts Grand Building and Riverfront Building, The Lincoln Academy, Beloit Memorial High School Natatorium, and Clinton High School. Project Manager Aaron Combs leads CCI's engagement, emphasizing Mid-States as a true 'partner' in construction.
• Hendrick's DevelopmentcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHendrick's Development is the property developer/owner behind Wright & Wagner Lofts (Beloit, WI), commissioning Mid-States' precast for both buildings. The developer sought an industrial aesthetic (exposed concrete ceilings and columns) that Mid-States helped achieve through design assist. The project was cited as a case study in community impact — 'hundreds of local companies and employers and people living there.'
• PCI (Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute)keyOthersMid-States Concrete Industries is a PCI-certified producer. The company references PCI design guidelines (e.g., PCI span-length recommendations for hollowcore plank) and contributes content to PCI of Illinois/Wisconsin blog. Both Mid-States' South Beloit plant and ICP's Germantown plant hold PCI certifications (ICP is AA Certified).
• AIA (American Institute of Architects) — Iowa ChapterminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMid-States Concrete Industries participates in the annual AIA Iowa Convention as an exhibitor, using the event to engage with architects and design professionals in the region. Staff from preconstruction team (Troy Yaun, Colin Jones) man a booth to distribute materials and discuss precast solutions.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Spancrete: Wisconsin-based precast manufacturer offering hollowcore, wall panels, and structural precast components with comparable Midwest project focus. Highly comparable on product mix, regional footprint, and customer segments (multi-family, commercial, education).
• County Materials Corporation: Wisconsin-headquartered manufacturer of concrete products including precast/prestressed components for infrastructure and building construction. Comparable on product range, Midwest geographic focus, and family-owned private company structure.
• Fabcon Precast: Minnesota-based precast concrete producer specializing in structural and architectural wall panels, with regional plants serving Midwest commercial and industrial construction. Comparable on hollowcore/wall panel products and Midwest project geography.
• Coreslab Structures: PCI-certified precast manufacturer with multiple regional plants producing architectural and structural precast (wall panels, hollowcore, beams/columns). Comparable on product mix and multi-state regional plant model, though broader geographic reach.
• High Concrete Group: Pennsylvania-based precaster with PCI AA certification producing architectural and structural precast for parking structures, stadiums, and commercial buildings. Comparable on architectural precast capabilities (akin to ICP) and PCI-certified production.
• Tindall Corporation: Privately held precast/prestressed concrete producer with multiple regional plants serving parking, industrial, and commercial markets. Comparable on product range (beams, columns, wall panels, double tees) and multi-state plant footprint.
• Enterprise Concrete Products: Midwest-based precast concrete manufacturer producing architectural and structural precast wall panels, columns, and beams. Comparable on regional Midwest focus, project-based sales model, and architectural precast finishing capabilities.
• Gate Precast: Regional architectural precast manufacturer operating plants across the Southeast and Midwest. Comparable on architectural precast focus, PCI certifications, and multi-plant model serving commercial, education, and institutional customers.

Broad incumbents

• Oldcastle Precast: National-scale precast manufacturer and subsidiary of CRH plc, offering the broadest portfolio of precast building and infrastructure products across the U.S. Comparable on product mix (wall panels, hollowcore, structural components) but operates at vastly larger scale and broader geography.

Emerging players

• Stresscon Corporation: Colorado-based precast manufacturer producing architectural and structural precast components with growing Midwest project presence. Comparable on architectural precast capabilities and project-based GTM, though smaller scale and different geography.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A1 record

Investments

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