What Topp Industries does

Topp Industries, Inc. is a privately held American manufacturer of wastewater and sewage infrastructure products, founded in 1988 by Kevin Birchmeier in Rochester, Indiana, where it remains headquartered. The company produces fiberglass, polyethylene, and structural foam basins; packaged lift stations; the TOPPFlow Base Elbow Rail System; and a broad accessory portfolio that includes Uniseal pipe seals, check valves, guiderail kits, sealing rings, and adapter flanges. Basin capacities range up to 11,750 U.S. gallons with diameters from 18 to 120 inches, manufactured to ASTM D3753 specifications with IAPMO listing and multiple state and municipal approvals. The product line is engineered for municipal and commercial wastewater, sump, and sewage applications, with the TOPPFlow sub-brand representing a recent extension into consolidated pumping system components.

The company operates from a state-of-the-art 300,000-plus square foot manufacturing facility in Rochester with a secondary production site in Argos, Indiana, running 24/7 to support immediate shipment from inventory. Roughly 130 skilled employees run manufacturing operations under VP of Manufacturing Todd Harman. The business is family-controlled, with founder Kevin Birchmeier serving as President and CEO and David Birchmeier as Vice President; no external equity, parent company, or subsidiaries are disclosed.

Topp generates revenue through hardware sales of basins, lift stations, and accessories, distributed primarily through 28 independent representative agencies covering the United States and Canada, with supplementary direct sales via quote request, phone, and email channels. The company supports demand generation through trade show participation (WWETT, WEFTEC, ASPE), downloadable product catalogs, and standard social media presence on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, consistent with a project-driven B2B/industrial model.

Name

Topp Industries

Legal name

TOPP Industries, Inc.

Website

https://toppindustries.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1988

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Wastewater Management Equipment Manufacturing

NAICS

Pump and Compressor Manufacturing (33391)

SIC

Pumps & Pumping Equipment (3561)

akta.pro primary industry

Sump Pump & Sewage Ejector Pump Installation & Repair (HSAOAAAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

Sump Pump & Sewage Ejector Pump Service (HSAOABAM)

Keywords

• Fiberglass basins
• Wastewater management
• Sewage basins
• Lift stations
• Polyethylene tanks

Headquarters

HQ city

Rochester

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Product Sales: TOPP Industries generates revenue through the sale of wastewater management products including basins, lift stations, tanks, covers, septic tank risers, extensions and accessories. Products are sold through channel partners and direct sales with immediate shipment from extensive inventory.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

TOPP Industries manufactures and sells fiberglass, polyethylene, and structural foam basins, lift stations, and related accessories for wastewater, sump, and sewage applications. Their products serve municipal, commercial, and residential wastewater management needs, with basin diameters ranging from 18" to 120" and capacities up to 11,750 gallons. They also produce the TOPPFlow line of base elbow rail systems and accessories for submersible pump installations.

Product overview

TOPP Industries is a manufacturer of wastewater management solutions offering a comprehensive portfolio of physical products rather than a unified software platform. The product line centers on fiberglass, polyethylene, and structural foam basins (available in diameters from 18" to 120"), complemented by TOPPFlow Base Elbow Rail Systems for pump installations, Packaged Lift Stations, and a full range of accessories including Uniseals, check valves, pump adapter flanges, guiderail kits, and sealing components. The products are designed for municipal wastewater, sump, and sewage applications with varying capacity ranges up to 11,750 gallons. The company operates from a 300,000+ square foot facility in Rochester, Indiana with over 130 employees.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• TOPPFlow: A sub-brand for base elbow rail systems and accessories for the wastewater industry, featuring American-made ductile iron construction with powder-coated finish for corrosion resistance.

Products and services

• Fiberglass Basins Fiberglass basins for sump, sewage, and wastewater applications, manufactured to ASTM D3753 specifications. Available in diameters from 18" to 120" with capacities ranging up to 11,750 U.S. gallons, designed for municipal and commercial wastewater infrastructure.
• Evolution Series Structural Foam Basins Engineered structural foam basin line with 180-degree flat pockets for positive grommet seal, self-tapping hardware without inserts to corrode, no external stacking ribs, and gas/odor tight covers with included gasket kit. Accommodates E-Series covers and TOPP epoxy coated steel and non-skid Fiberglass covers.
• Sump & Sewage Basins (Polyethylene) Polyethylene basins including Low Pro basins, Ultra Poly Basins, Corrugated Wall Basins, Super Blue Basins, Recessed Rolled Top Basins, and Rolled Top Basins for various residential and commercial sump and sewage applications.
• TOPPFlow Base Elbow Rail Systems TOPPFlow Base Elbow Rail Systems built to exceed engineered standards of municipal wastewater stations. Feature ductile iron construction with powder-coated finish and configure seamlessly with virtually all submersible pumps. Consolidates critical components (base elbow, stainless steel accessories, guide rail pins, lifting chain) under one domestic manufacturer.
• Packaged Lift Stations Complete fiberglass lift station packages designed and manufactured under stringent quality control to meet specific application needs. Engineering support and CAD drawings available for custom configurations in municipal and commercial wastewater projects.
• Uniseals & Grommets Uniseal Pipe Seals for holding tanks and applications requiring pipe penetrations. Create secure, watertight seals without adhesive, hardware or threads. Available in sizes for 3/8" to 6" piping and compatible with PVC, galvanized steel, copper, EMT, rigid conduit, fiberglass and polyethylene pipe.
• Premium Series Fiberglass Chemical Tanks Corrosion resistant and high temperature fiberglass chemical tanks and basins with vinyl ester resin. Offers excellent resistance to acids, alkalis, hypochlorites and many other solvents, withstanding temperatures from 200 to 220 degrees F.
• Stainless Steel Guiderail (SGR) Kits Stainless steel guiderail kits designed for pump installation and maintenance in lift station applications, providing reliable guide rail systems for submersible pump removal and reinstallation.
• HNB Base Elbow Rail System Base elbow rail system designed for smaller applications in wastewater management, offering the TOPPFlow design benefits in a compact configuration.
• Elevator Basin Polyethylene Elevator Sump Basin package designed for long-term reliability with 1/4" thick perforated cover for quick water-run off, intended for elevator pit applications.
• Septic Tank Risers Polyethylene septic tank risers and extensions for concrete septic tanks, available in various sizes including 24x6" and 24x24" configurations to increase access and adjust height.
• Stainless Steel Pump Adapter Flanges Stainless steel pump adapter flanges featuring a unique 2-piece ring and flange assembly, available for 1.25", 1.50", 2.00", 3.00" or 3.00" x 2.00" pump discharge.
• Gasket Kits and Sealing Rings Flange gasket kits for inlet or discharge of 3.0" applications and alternative sealing rings for 4.00" and 6.00" base elbows, including stainless steel, BUNA-N, and heavy duty options.
• Rubber Sleeve Full Flow Swing Check Valves Engineered check valves available in black or clear for inspection, designed to increase pump performance with full flow design.
• Polyethylene Baffles Polyethylene baffles that allow adjustment of power cord without entering the basin, simplifying pump installation and maintenance.

Quantifiable outcome

• Streamlined supply chain with single American manufacturing partner
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Eric and Garrett Saunders (TOPP Motorsports)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 4 April 2016Brother racing duo Eric and Garrett Saunders joined the TOPP Motorsports team racing in the DIRTcar Pro-Sprint Car Series at Plymouth Speedway. Eric, a paralyzed racer supported by Tony Stewart Racing, and Garrett, a championship-winning young driver, represented the TOPP Motorsports name.
• Tony StewartminorOthers · 1 January 2016Tony Stewart is mentioned as a longtime family friend who helped adapt a race car for Eric Saunders with hand controls after his accident, enabling his return to racing. This is not a formal business partnership.
• Tyler Courtney MotorsportsminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 24 February 2015TOPP Industries became a sponsor of Tyler Courtney's number 23c sprint car for the 2016 racing season. TOPP branded car debuted at the World of Outlaws Nationals in Charlotte, NC. Tyler 'Sunshine' Courtney races in World of Outlaws, USAC National Sprint Car, and Silver Crown series.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Ashland Pump: Niche US manufacturer of industrial and centrifugal pumps for water/wastewater and process applications, comparable in scale and channel orientation to Topp.
• BJM Pumps: Manufacturer of submersible, dewatering, and industrial pumps for wastewater applications, supplying OEM and municipal customers with components that overlap with Topp's pump-package accessories.

Broad incumbents

• Xylem: Global leader in water and wastewater equipment and services, offering pumps, treatment systems, and integrated solutions that overlap with Topp's lift-station and basin products. Most relevant broad incumbent given dominance in municipal wastewater infrastructure.
• Pentair: Broad water solutions and treatment equipment provider with strong municipal and flow-technology portfolios, including pumps and accessories that directly overlap with Topp's wastewater product range.
• EBARA Corporation: Global pump and fluid-machinery manufacturer supplying water, wastewater, and industrial pumps in North America — competes with Topp in pump package and lift station categories as a broad global incumbent.
• Gorman-Rupp Company: Established US pump manufacturer producing pumps and pumping systems for municipal, industrial, and wastewater applications, with overlap to Topp's lift station and pump-related product lines.

Direct peers

• Zoeller Pump Company: Family-owned US manufacturer of sump, sewage, effluent, and grinder pumps with related basin and accessory products. Closely comparable to Topp in product, customer type, and operating profile (a recently retired Zoeller executive is in Topp's leadership).
• Liberty Pumps: US-based manufacturer of sump, sewage, and effluent pumps with complementary basin and accessory lines, serving the same municipal and wholesale channels as Topp. The new National Wholesale Sales Manager previously spent 16 years at Liberty Pumps.
• Smith & Loveless Inc. Manufacturer of packaged wastewater lift stations, treatment systems, and pump stations serving municipal and industrial markets — a direct competitor to Topp's packaged lift station and engineered systems business.
• Orenco Systems: Manufacturer of decentralized and municipal wastewater treatment systems including fiberglass tanks, pump packages, and controls — a direct comparator in fiberglass basin and lift station manufacturing for the same municipal/decentralized customer base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/topp_industries
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCF20D6MBpNA7mRFd6iuHqDA
• Facebookfacebook.com/toppindustries
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/topp-industries-inc
• Instagraminstagram.com/toppindustries

Compliance11 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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