Haydon
Haydon Corporation is a privately held, family-owned US manufacturer founded in 1956 producing H-STRUT metal framing, H-BLOCK non-penetrating rooftop supports, and hydronic baseboard heating systems. It sells exclusively through a nationwide distributor network from four US plants, serving commercial, residential, infrastructure, and data center construction markets.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1956
- HeadquartersWayne, United States
- Headcount51–100
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Haydon does
Haydon Corporation is a privately held, family-owned US manufacturer founded in 1956 and headquartered in Wayne, New Jersey. The company produces metal framing systems under the H-STRUT brand, non-penetrating rooftop support systems under the H-BLOCK brand (manufactured from 100% recycled rubber in Mini, Standard, and Mega capacities rated from 400 to 7,500 lbs), and hydronic baseboard heating systems for residential and light commercial use, complemented by a complete line of fittings and accessories. Its core manufacturing technology uses progressive forming dies in a roll-formed cold-working process to produce strut channel cross-sections with ±0.015 inch tolerance on outside dimensions, including back-to-back welded configurations and custom-fabricated assemblies. The company operates four strategically positioned manufacturing facilities across New Jersey, Ohio, Texas, and California, enabling coast-to-coast distribution with local lead times.
Haydon generates revenue exclusively through hardware sales via a distributor-only go-to-market model, with named partners including Ferguson, F.W. Webb, R.E. Michel Company, Winsupply, Emco, and several regional baseboard heating distributors; contractors are directed back to Haydon to be connected with regional distributors. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, with a recently announced up to 15% price increase on H-STRUT products effective May 2026 signaling pricing power. The customer base spans commercial construction (primary), residential construction, infrastructure (hospitals, fire stations, seismic bracing), and industrial/technology segments including data centers.
The business is differentiated by compliance with UL listings, ASTM standards, Buy American Act, Build America Buy America, and LEED certifiability, plus recently completed UL-certified Environmental Product Declarations for six H-STRUT profiles. Leadership includes Chairman & CEO Trish Wagstaff and Vice President Commercial Kate Schuster, with Jake Shaw joining as Director of Engineering in January 2025. The company announced a CEO leadership transition plan in October 2024 and joined NEMA in June 2026 as part of its industry positioning strategy. Haydon is a pure-play industrial manufacturer with no software, AI, or platform revenue layer; all growth is operational, driven by product extensions, geographic coverage, distribution relationships, and federal infrastructure spending tailwinds.
Haydon firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Haydon
- Legal name
- Haydon Corporation
- Website
- https://haydoncorp.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1956
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 51–100 employees
- Short description
- Haydon Corporation is a privately held, family-owned US manufacturer founded in 1956 producing H-STRUT metal framing, H-BLOCK non-penetrating rooftop supports, and hydronic baseboard heating systems. It sells exclusively through a nationwide distributor network from four US plants, serving commercial, residential, infrastructure, and data center construction markets.
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- akta.pro rank
Haydon industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Construction Support Products and Building Materials
- NAICS
- Plate Work and Fabricated Structural Product Manufacturing (33231)
- SIC
- Fabricated Structural Metal Products (3440)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Hay & Bale Handling Equipment (IMAHACAF)
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Where Haydon is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Wayne
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices4 records
Markets served
Haydon business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Product Sales: Haydon generates revenue through the sale of manufactured metal framing products, rooftop supports, and baseboard heating systems. Products are sold through distribution partners to contractors and industrial customers nationwide.
- Custom Fabrication Services: Revenue generated from custom fabrication services including non-standard weld patterns, specialty lengths, and custom configurations to meet specific project requirements.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Standard H-STRUT channel available in 10' and 20' standard lengths |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels1 record
Marketing channels4 records
Haydon product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Haydon Corporation manufactures and sells metal framing systems (H-STRUT), non-penetrating rooftop support blocks made from recycled rubber (H-BLOCK), hydronic baseboard heating systems, and a full line of fittings and accessories. Products are sold exclusively through authorized distribution partners to contractors, engineers, and industrial customers for commercial, industrial, infrastructure, and residential construction projects across the United States. The company operates four US manufacturing facilities producing domestically sourced, UL-listed, ASTM-compliant, and LEED certifiable products.
Product overview
Haydon Corporation offers a unified portfolio of construction support products organized into four main product lines: H-STRUT Metal Framing (channel systems for MEP supports), H-BLOCK Rooftop Supports (rubber-based non-penetrating equipment supports available in Mini/Standard/Mega capacities), Hydronic Baseboard Heating Systems (residential/commercial heating), and Fittings and Accessories (brackets, clamps, nuts for channel systems). The products are manufactured in the USA across four facilities and are LEED certifiable, compliant with Buy American Act and Build America Buy America Act requirements.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- H-STRUT: Metal framing channel systems used in construction and electrical industries to support wiring, plumbing, HVAC, lighting and more.
- H-BLOCK
Products and services
- H-STRUT Metal Framing Comprehensive metal strut channel framing system for supporting wiring, plumbing, HVAC, lighting, and construction applications. Available in 12-gauge and 14-gauge channels, welded configurations, and concrete inserts in various materials and finishes. Used by contractors and engineers in commercial, industrial, infrastructure, and residential projects.
- H-BLOCK Mini Rooftop Support Compact rooftop support designed for single pipe and lightweight rooftop support applications. Manufactured from 100% recycled rubber with up to 400 lbs uniform load capacity, UV resistant, ozone resistant, and LEED certifiable. Features ANSI Z535.1 safety orange end caps for high visibility.
- H-BLOCK Standard Rooftop Support Versatile rooftop and ground support for balanced load distribution and durability. Made from 100% recycled rubber with up to 2,500 lbs uniform load capacity. Used for HVAC, ductwork, conduit, pipe, solar racking, and rooftop walkways. LEED certifiable, non-penetrating, and manufactured in the USA.
- H-BLOCK Mega Rooftop Support Heavy-duty rooftop and ground support solution for high-load mechanical and structural systems. Features 100% recycled rubber construction with up to 7,500 lbs uniform load capacity, serving as a curb or sleeper replacement. ANSI Z535.1 safety orange corners for high visibility, UV resistant, and LEED certifiable.
- Hydronic Baseboard Heating Systems Residential and light commercial baseboard heating solutions with contemporary design, quiet operation, uniform heating, and high heat output. Available in light duty, moisture resistant, and heavy duty configurations. Distributed through national HVAC wholesalers for hydronic heating applications.
- Fittings and Accessories Complete line of channel fittings designed to complement all H-STRUT 1-5/8 inch wide channels. Includes brackets, clamps, electrical components, general fittings, channel nuts, post bases, and specialty fittings available in multiple finishes and materials to complete any H-STRUT configuration.
- H-132 Channel Most common 12-gauge strut channel measuring 1-5/8 x 1-5/8 inches. Used for MEP supports, trapeze, and seismic bracing applications. Available in slotted or pre-punched configurations. UL listed and ASTM compliant.
- H-172-A Back-to-Back Welded Channel 12-gauge back-to-back welded channel configuration (2 pieces) measuring 1-3/4 x 1-5/8 inches. Light-duty welded channel for top and bottom attachment, commonly used for trapeze to support MEP systems. Spot welds placed 2 inches on center.
- Custom Fabrication Services Custom fabrication services including non-standard weld patterns, specialty lengths, custom cutting for various materials, and custom configurations of strut channel and welded assemblies to meet specific project requirements. Available through direct quote requests.
Companies that use Haydon
Customer profileNamed customers4 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
Haydon technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature4 records
Haydon partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- NEMA (National Electrical Manufacturers Association)coreHaydon Corporation joined NEMA in June 2026, strengthening engagement within the electrical and construction industries. NEMA represents manufacturers of electrical equipment and medical imaging technologies, serving as a leading voice on standards, advocacy, market intelligence, and industry collaboration across the electrical ecosystem.
- Mayhew Marketing GroupminorStrategic sales partnership formed in June 2024 for expanded market reach
- FRMminorStrategic sales partnership announced May 2024
- Bell & McCoyminorStrategic partnership announced May 2024 for expanded market presence
- FergusonminorNational distributor of baseboard heating products
- F.W. Webb CompanyminorDistributor partner for hydronic baseboard heating systems
- R.E. Michel CompanyminorDistribution partner for baseboard heating products
- Emco CorporationminorCanadian and US distributor partner for baseboard heating systems
- IRR Supply CentersminorDistribution partner for hydronic baseboard heating products
- Ardente Supply CompanyminorDistribution partner for baseboard heating products
- Peabody Sales & ServiceminorDistribution partner for baseboard heating products
- Smithfield Plumbing & Heating SupplyminorRegional distribution partner for hydronic baseboard heating systems
- Bell Simons CompaniesminorDistribution partner for baseboard heating products
- WinsupplyminorDistribution partner for hydronic baseboard heating products
Scale indicators3 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Haydon competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Legrand: Legrand is a global electrical and digital building infrastructure provider, including cable management systems that compete with adjacent Haydon use cases (cable tray, equipment support) in data centers and commercial buildings. It does not specialize in strut framing but is a relevant broad incumbent in the same specification ecosystem.
- Hubbell: Hubbell is a diversified electrical products manufacturer with overlapping presence in electrical fittings, supports, and accessories that complement strut channel installations. Its scale and electrical distributor relationships make it a broad incumbent in the same end markets Haydon serves.
Emerging players
- Snake Tray: Snake Tray designs cable management and support systems that overlap with Haydon's cable tray and conduit support applications in data centers and commercial buildings. It is an emerging player offering modular alternatives that can substitute for traditional strut-based support.
- Champion Fiberglass: Champion Fiberglass manufactures fiberglass strut channel that competes with metal strut in corrosive and weight-sensitive environments. It is an emerging alternative to H-STRUT in specialty applications such as wastewater, marine, and chemical facilities, where non-metallic supports are specified.
Direct peers
- PHD Manufacturing: PHD Manufacturing is a US metal framing and strut channel producer with overlapping product formats and a similar channel-driven go-to-market. It competes with Haydon in commercial and industrial construction, particularly where domestic sourcing and quick-turn customization are valued.
- nVent (ERICO / Caddy): nVent's ERICO and Caddy lines include metal strut, fastening, and seismic bracing products used in MEP and data center construction. It is a direct competitor to H-STRUT in trapeze and seismic bracing, with strength in the data center and industrial verticals.
- Atkore (Unistrut): Atkore owns the Unistrut brand, the dominant metal strut channel system used globally for MEP, seismic, and rooftop support. It is Haydon's most direct competitor in H-STRUT's core category, with overlapping channel sizes, fittings, and finishes, and a far larger catalog and distribution footprint.
- Slant/Fin: Slant/Fin is a US hydronic baseboard heating manufacturer with overlapping residential and light-commercial product lines to Haydon's hydronic baseboard heating systems. It is a direct competitor in the same distributor channels (Ferguson, F.W. Webb) for baseboard heating.
- Eaton (B-Line): Eaton's B-Line series is a leading metal strut channel and cable management portfolio used across commercial, industrial, and data center construction. It competes head-to-head with H-STRUT for trapeze, seismic bracing, and rooftop support applications, with similar UL/ASTM compliance.
- ABB (Thomas & Betts / Kindorf): ABB's Thomas & Betts division sells Kindorf metal framing and support systems that overlap directly with H-STRUT for electrical and MEP support. ABB adds scale, a global sales force, and deep specification presence with electrical engineers and contractors.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Frequently asked questions about Haydon
What does Haydon do?
Haydon Corporation manufactures and sells metal framing systems (H-STRUT), non-penetrating rooftop support blocks made from recycled rubber (H-BLOCK), hydronic baseboard heating systems, and a full line of fittings and accessories. Products are sold exclusively through authorized distribution partners to contractors, engineers, and industrial customers for commercial, industrial, infrastructure, and residential construction projects across the United States. The company operates four US manufacturing facilities producing domestically sourced, UL-listed, ASTM-compliant, and LEED certifiable products.
Is Haydon a public or private company?
Haydon is a private company. It is classified as family owned and is currently operating.
When was Haydon founded?
Haydon was founded in 1956. It employs 51 to 100 people.
Where is Haydon based?
Haydon is headquartered in Wayne, United States, in the North America region.
How does Haydon make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. Product Sales are the primary driver. The others are custom Fabrication Services.
Who are Haydon's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Legrand and Hubbell. Emerging players are Snake Tray and Champion Fiberglass. Direct peers are PHD Manufacturing, nVent (ERICO / Caddy), Atkore (Unistrut), Slant/Fin, Eaton (B-Line) and ABB (Thomas & Betts / Kindorf).
Does Haydon have an API?
No public API is recorded for Haydon.
What industry is Haydon in?
Haydon's product category is Construction Support Products and Building Materials. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAHACAF, Hay & Bale Handling Equipment. Its NAICS code is 33231 and its SIC code is 3440.