Kuhlman

What Kuhlman does

Kuhlman Corporation, founded in 1901 by bricklayer Adam Kuhlman, is a Maumee, Ohio-headquartered construction materials manufacturer and wholesale distributor operating as a subsidiary of The Gerken Companies. The company produces ready-mixed concrete (positioning itself as one of the largest producers in Northern Ohio and Southeast Michigan) and distributes a broad catalog of construction materials — brick, stone, hardscapes, concrete blocks, decorative concrete products, surface prep equipment, concrete forming supplies, hand and power tools, and safety equipment — under brands including K-Krete Flowable Fill.

Operations span five physical sites (Maumee HQ, Toledo Yard 1, Toledo Yard 4, Akron, Monroe MI) plus the shop.kuhlman-corp.com e-commerce storefront, supported by an in-house trucking fleet for delivery and will-call pickup. The business model is primarily transaction-based unit pricing (pay-as-you-go), supplemented by monthly charge-account terms for established commercial customers managed by a dedicated Credit Manager. GTM is hybrid: self-serve digital ordering for SMBs/DIY, inside sales via phone/live chat for larger commercial accounts, and direct field delivery for project-based orders across NW Ohio and SE Michigan. Customer segments include professional contractors (primary), DIYers, architects/engineers, facility managers, and masonry/water-sewer trades — with no disclosed enterprise anchor customers and no public revenue figures.

Name

Kuhlman

Legal name

Kuhlman Corporation

Website

https://kuhlman-corp.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1901

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Kuhlman Corporation, founded 1901 and headquartered in Maumee, Ohio, manufactures ready-mixed concrete and distributes construction materials (brick, stone, hardscapes, tools, safety equipment) to contractors, DIYers, architects, and engineers across Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan via yard locations and an e-commerce storefront.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Construction Materials

NAICS

Ready-Mix Concrete Manufacturing (32732), Concrete Pipe, Brick, and Block Manufacturing (32733)

SIC

Concrete Products, Except Block & Brick (3272), Wholesale-Construction & Mining (No Petro) Machinery & Equip (5082)

akta.pro primary industry

Ready-Mix Concrete Production & Delivery (IMADAAAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Concrete Pipe, Box Culverts & Drainage Structures (IMADAAAD), Storage & Conveyance Structures (Reservoirs, Tanks, Culverts, Tunnels) (IMAFAGAE)

Keywords

• Ready-mixed concrete
• Construction materials
• Concrete products
• Building supplies
• Masonry materials

Headquarters

HQ city

Maumee

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Construction Materials Sales: Kuhlman generates revenue through the direct sale of construction materials including brick, stone, hardscapes, concrete blocks, construction supplies, decorative concrete products, surface prep equipment, concrete forming supplies, tools, and safety equipment. Products are sold at unit prices with options for store pickup or delivery.
2. Ready-Mixed Concrete Production: As one of the largest producers of ready-mixed concrete in Northern Ohio and Southeast Michigan, Kuhlman produces and delivers ready-mixed concrete for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. This includes specialty products like K-Krete Flowable Fill and concrete pumping services.
3. Credit Account Services: Kuhlman offers charge accounts for frequent shoppers, allowing established customers to purchase on credit terms. Contact for credit account setup via Michelle Taylor, Credit Manager.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Kuhlman manufactures and supplies ready-mixed concrete, sewer, water, and bulk construction materials from multiple plants across Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan. The company also operates Kuhlman Direct, an online retail platform offering construction supplies, tools, hardscapes, concrete forming equipment, and safety gear to professional contractors and DIY customers, complemented by concrete pumping services.

Product overview

Kuhlman Corporation is a construction materials distributor and manufacturer operating as part of The Gerken Companies, founded in 1901. The company offers a comprehensive product portfolio centered on the Kuhlman Direct Online Store e-commerce platform. Main product categories include Brick, Stone & Hardscapes, Construction Supplies, Decorative Concrete products, Surface Prep Equipment, Concrete Forming materials, and Tools & Accessories including Safety Equipment and Power Tools. The company also provides ready-mixed concrete services and related products like K-Krete Flowable Fill and concrete pumping. Kuhlman serves contractors, do-it-yourselfers, architects, engineers, and facility managers in Northern Ohio and Southeast Michigan.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Ready-Mixed Concrete Custom-produced ready-mixed concrete manufactured at plants in Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan and delivered to construction sites for commercial, residential, and infrastructure projects.
• K-Krete Flowable Fill Flowable fill (controlled low-strength material) used as a self-compacting backfill for utility trenches, pipe bedding, and other below-grade applications.
• Concrete Pumping Services Mobile concrete pumping service that places ready-mixed concrete at job sites that cannot be reached by conventional chute delivery, sold alongside concrete orders.
• Kuhlman Direct Online Store Online retail portal (shop.kuhlman-corp.com) selling brick, stone and hardscapes, construction supplies, decorative concrete, surface prep equipment, concrete forming products, tools and accessories, safety equipment, and power tools.
• Brick, Stone & Hardscapes Retail product line of brick, natural stone, and hardscape materials sold through the Kuhlman Direct online store for landscaping and building projects.
• Construction Supplies General construction supplies including concrete mixes, mortars, grouts, sealers, cleaners, and related consumables sold through the Kuhlman Direct online store.
• Decorative Concrete Decorative concrete products including stains, colorants, stamps, overlays, and finishing materials sold through Kuhlman Direct.
• Concrete Forming Equipment Concrete forming products and equipment such as forms, release agents, and accessories sold through Kuhlman Direct.
• Surface Prep Equipment Surface preparation tools and equipment used to prepare concrete and masonry surfaces, sold through Kuhlman Direct.
• Power Tools & Accessories Power tools and accessories used for concrete, masonry, and general construction work, sold through Kuhlman Direct.
• Safety Equipment Personal protective equipment and jobsite safety products sold through Kuhlman Direct.

Quantifiable outcome

• One of the largest producers of ready-mixed concrete in Northern Ohio and Southeast Michigan
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• 3MminorOthers3M supplies safety and construction products sold through Kuhlman's online store and locations, including respirators, safety equipment, and adhesives.
• MoldexminorOthersMoldex is a supplier of respirators and respiratory protection equipment sold by Kuhlman, including P100 particulate filters and complete respirators.
• Gateway SafetyminorOthersGateway Safety provides safety glasses, hard hats, and respirators that are sold through Kuhlman's distribution network.
• MarshalltownminorOthersMarshalltown supplies hand tools and construction equipment including knee pads, trowels, and other masonry tools sold through Kuhlman.
• SqwincherminorOthersSqwincher provides hydration products including Qwik Stik powder packets and Sqweeze freeze pops sold by Kuhlman for worksite hydration needs.
• TredsminorOthersTreds supplies over-the-shoe rubber boots and protective footwear sold through Kuhlman's safety equipment category.
• Kraft Tool Co.minorOthersKraft Tool Co. provides construction hand tools and equipment accessories sold through Kuhlman's tools and accessories category.
• HivizgardminorOthersHivizgard supplies hi-viz safety apparel including safety vests meeting ANSI/ISEA 107-2015 standards sold through Kuhlman.
• HusqvarnaminorOthersHusqvarna supplies power tools including concrete saws and equipment sold through Kuhlman's power tools category.
• Wacker NeusonminorOthersWacker Neuson provides construction equipment including compactors and concrete equipment sold through Kuhlman's distribution.
• Pro-lineminorOthersPro-line supplies detectable underground marking tape and site safety products sold through Kuhlman's safety equipment category.
• BBB (Better Business Bureau)minorOthersKuhlman Corporation maintains BBB accreditation demonstrating commitment to ethical business practices and customer satisfaction.
• Toledo Regional Chamber of CommerceminorOthersKuhlman is a member of the Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce, demonstrating community involvement and local business commitment.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UC1K9UKSluEdT-dNeLXYY0SQ
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/kuhlman-concrete-inc

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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