Industrial & Environmental Concepts

Name

Industrial & Environmental Concepts

Legal name

Industrial & Environmental Concepts, Inc.

Website

https://ieccovers.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Geomembrane Cover and Liner Systems

SIC

Gaskets, Packg & Sealg Devices & Rubber & Plastics Hose (3050)

akta.pro primary industry

Ventilation, Ducting & Air Distribution Equipment (IMAHAKAG)

Keywords

• Geomembrane cover systems
• Geomembrane liner manufacturing
• Wastewater treatment covers
• Biogas collection covers
• Industrial containment liners

Headquarters

HQ city

Lakeville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Custom Fabrication and Installation Services: IEC fabricates and installs custom geomembrane cover and liner products for tanks and lagoons. Revenue is generated through project-based custom fabrication and professional installation services for industrial, municipal, agricultural, and waste-to-energy applications. Services include design, fabrication, and field installation with specialized welding and testing equipment.
2. Product Sales: Sale of proprietary products including floating covers, baffle curtains, gas holders, clarifier covers, dewatering tubes, and specialty products like Quick-Stairs. Products are customized to customer specifications and basin dimensions.
3. Professional Services: Engineering services including initial project planning, custom design, installation supervision, and post-installation support. Full-service approach from concept through completed installation and final approval.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Industrial & Environmental Concepts (IEC) fabricates and installs custom geomembrane cover and liner products for tanks, lagoons, reservoirs, and ponds across industrial, municipal, agricultural, and waste-to-energy markets. Products include floating and supported cover systems (such as the patented Modular Floating Cover and Covex® floating cover), containment and pond liner systems (HDPE, LLDPE, EPDM, RPP, XR-5), floating baffle curtains, double-membrane biogas storage holders, dewatering tubes, and specialty products like the patented Quick-Stairs safety stairway system. The company delivers turn-key services from initial project planning through custom design, fabrication, field installation, and final approval.

Product overview

Industrial & Environmental Concepts (IEC) offers a comprehensive portfolio of geomembrane cover and liner products for tanks, ponds, lagoons, and reservoirs across industrial, municipal, agricultural, and waste-to-energy markets. The core product lines include: (1) Cover Systems — including the new Covex® Floating Cover (launched March 2025), Quick-Stairs Safety Stairway System, Floating Baffle Curtains, Gas Holders, Clarifier Launder Covers, Dewatering Tubes, Modular Floating Covers, Clarifier & Tank Covers, Biogas Collection Covers, Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) Covers, Manure Pond & Lagoon Covers, Birdstrike Pond Covers, Anaerobic Digester Covers, and Agricultural Cover Systems; (2) Liner Systems — including Pond & Reservoir Liners, Containment Liners, Evaporation Pond Liners, Tank Liners, HDPE Industrial Pond Liners, Lagoon Liners, Wastewater Liners, Industrial Polyethylene Pond Liners, Geotextile Liners, and Geosynthetic Clay Liners (GCLs); and (3) Application-Specific Solutions including Odor Control Covers, Heat Retention Covers, Evaporation Mitigation Covers, Algae Control Covers, Animal Control Covers, Landfill Covers, and Wastewater Storage Basins. The company also provides Fabrication and Installation Services and Custom Products & Systems Design. All products are supported by over 1,400 installations across multiple industries and four continents since 1994.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Covex®: Floating cover system for wastewater treatment applications, designed for tanks and lagoons of all sizes and shapes including those with variable water level changes, irregular water lines and multiple pipe penetrations.
• Quick-Stairs

Products and services

• Covex® Floating Cover IEC's newest floating cover system for wastewater treatment applications. Covex® is constructed of industrial strength HDPE hexagonal tiles pre-filled with water for ballast and is easy to install requiring no special skills or equipment. It provides coverage up to 98% of water surface with a low-profile aerodynamic design for wind resistance, algae and odor reduction, and wildlife deterrent properties. For tanks and lagoons of all sizes and shapes, including those with variable water level changes.
• Modular Floating Covers Patented modular cover system for reservoirs, ponds, tanks, and lagoons. Each casing contains closed-cell insulation encapsulated between two sheets of durable geomembrane, providing insulation values ranging from R-2 to R-30. Designed for applications including wastewater treatment, heat retention, and odor control. The Insulated Modular Cover process is endorsed by the US EPA.
• Floating Cover Systems Customized floating covers for reservoirs, ponds, and tanks with a patented design that includes a series of lateral floats providing pathways for gas to flow beneath the floating cover to perimeter collection pipe. Keeps the entire cover floating on water surface, eliminating cover inflation and exposure to wind damage that reduces the lifespan of conventional covers. Accommodates water level fluctuations and provides equipment access.
• Municipal & Industrial Cover Systems Wide range of floating and supported geomembrane cover products for tanks and lagoons across municipal and industrial markets. Includes gas collection covers, wastewater treatment covers, odor control covers, evaporation mitigation covers, and biogas storage covers, customized to basin dimensions and project specifications.
• Flexible Clarifier Launder Covers Flexible covers for controlling algae in clarifiers, made from a combination of high-strength industrial-grade geomembrane, stainless-steel hardware, and reinforced HDPE materials. Custom designed to conform to clarifier shapes, blocking sunlight and preventing windblown debris. Features a 20-year membrane warranty.
• Flexible Clarifier & Tank Covers Flexible covers customized for specific clarifier and tank needs, serving as affordable alternatives to aluminum, steel, and fiberglass domes. Industrial-grade, UV-protected geomembrane with central stainless steel supporting column. Used for odor control, algae control, reducing evaporative loss, and wildlife deterrence in wastewater treatment facilities.
• Biogas Collection Covers Custom-designed floating biogas collection covers for tanks and lagoons that control odors (up to 95% reduction) and capture methane for renewable fuel. Withstands harsh anaerobic conditions, maintains basin temperatures, and enables capture and utilization of valuable methane.
• Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) Cover Flexible RNG gas cover designed for anaerobic systems that collects methane gas efficiently. Features tension-providing weights and floats, accommodates liquid level fluctuations, and operates as a short-term gas storage facility. Designed for renewable natural gas production applications.
• Manure Pond & Lagoon Covers Covers for manure storage applications that control odors, minimize rainwater accumulation, and capture biogas. Polyethylene-based construction is impervious to biogas and most wastewater constituents, lasting up to 20 years with good solids separation performance. Used for agricultural manure management.
• Birdstrike Pond Cover Geomembrane bird deterrent cover designed to decrease birdstrike events near airfields by completely covering pond surfaces. Made from UV-resistant HDPE with interlocking design on water surface, reducing evaporation up to 95% and heating costs up to 75%. Also deters waterfowl and other wildlife at industrial sites.
• Anaerobic Digester Covers Floating gas-tight covers for anaerobic digestion of wastewater. Custom-designed to create an optimal environment for microbes to break down waste and produce valuable biogas. Accommodates liquid level changes and various basin sizes and shapes. Used in wastewater and agricultural waste-to-energy applications.
• Agricultural Tank and Silo Covers Flexible tank and silo roof covers for agricultural systems. UV-protected geomembrane with 15-20 year service life. Available in gas-tight and non gas-tight versions with viewing windows, sampling ports, and entry designs. Backed by a 10-year manufacturer's warranty. Served nearly 1,000 clients globally.
• Quick-Stairs Safety Stairway System Patented, adaptable, and adjustable non-slip stairway system that makes traversing lined slopes safe and simple. Can be provided in any length and used on geomembrane liners without puncturing them. Adaptable to any slope angle with individually adjustable steps (0 to 50 degrees). Made from high-quality galvanized steel with coating options for harsh environments. Previously marketed as Slopestep Safety Stairway.
• Floating Baffle Curtains Floating baffles used to direct flow in wastewater treatment ponds and lagoons, reduce short-circuiting, and improve hydraulic retention time (HRT) and solids settling, enabling the entire basin volume to be used effectively. Each baffle is customized for length and depth for specific applications. Made from XR-5, HDPE, and NSF/ANSI 61 compliant materials.
• Double-Membrane Gas Holders Flexible double-membrane biogas storage vessels suitable for raw or refined biogas, carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), and other gases. Available as free-standing or tank-mounted, in half-sphere and three-quarter spherical configurations. Manufactured using ISO-certified production methods with high-frequency and thermal welding technologies for durable seams.
• Dewatering Tubes Geotextile dewatering tubes for separating solids from liquids. Designed for high-volume sludge management, retaining solids while allowing clean filtrate to pass through. Achieves up to 90% reduction of sludge volume. Suitable for municipal, industrial, dredging, power generation, and environmental applications.
• Pond & Reservoir Liners Impenetrable geomembranes for liquid retention in reservoirs, retention basins, and surface impoundments. Made from HDPE or reinforced polyethylene materials with excellent chemical and puncture resistance, suitable for water storage and aquaculture applications.
• HDPE Industrial Pond and Lagoon Liners High-density polyethylene pond and lagoon liners with excellent chemical resistance, UV resistance, flexibility, and puncture resistance. Used in wastewater, mining, aquaculture, power plants, and civil engineering applications. Industrial polyethylene pond liners have a service life of 20+ years, with HDPE liners demonstrated to last upwards of 36 years. Used for sewage lagoon liners, wastewater liners, and containment applications.
• Containment Liners World-class quality containment liners for industrial, chemical, and petroleum applications. Materials include HDPE, LLDPE, FPP, and XR-5. Used for primary and secondary containment of hazardous wastewater, tanks, lagoons, evaporation ponds, and surface impoundments.
• Evaporation Pond Liners HDPE and polypropylene evaporation pond liners for long-term containment in mining, agriculture, and industrial applications. Offer superior stress, crack, chemical, and UV resistance with proven long-term performance for surface impoundment applications.
• Tank Liners Custom tank liners for agricultural and industrial applications protecting against leaks, spills, and contamination. Made from materials offering excellent chemical resistance including corrosion resistance against acids (nitric, hydrochloric) and bases (sodium hypochlorite, sodium hydroxide). Used in process tanks, storage tanks, and chemical containment.
• Geotextile Liner Geotextile membranes for ground protection including woven and nonwoven fabrics. Made from 100% polypropylene staple fibers with excellent UV resistance, rot resistance, and chemical stability (pH 2-13). Used for separation, drainage, and cushioning applications beneath geomembrane liners.
• Geosynthetic Clay Liners (BENTOLINER) Geosynthetic clay liners (GCLs) acting as hydraulic barriers consisting of a bentonite layer supported by geotextiles or geomembranes. Includes the BENTOLINER® product line (EC, NS, NSC, NW, CM variants) for various slope and load applications with low hydraulic conductivity. Used for containment and landfill applications requiring composite barrier systems.
• Fabrication and Installation Services Expert geomembrane fabrication and installation services including certified technicians, specialized welding and testing equipment, field crews, and quality assurance testing. Includes turn-key delivery with full installation crews and equipment for large projects, or shipping of custom liners for smaller jobs.
• Custom Products & Systems Design First-class custom geomembrane cover and liner designs tailored for every customer. Engineers design each system to meet client specifications and operational requirements, providing custom solutions sized to project requirements, materials, and installation complexity.

Quantifiable outcome

• Biogas collection reduces odors by up to 95%
• +9 more outcomes

Named customers14 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature5 records

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Cooley Group: Cooley Group is a specialty manufacturer of reinforced geomembrane liners and covers used for floating covers, tank liners, and environmental containment - a close competitor to IEC's XR-5 and HDPE-based geomembrane products.
• Layfield Group: Layfield Group manufactures geomembrane liners and floating cover systems for industrial, environmental, and containment applications, directly competing with IEC's core floating cover and liner product lines across wastewater, mining, and agricultural markets.
• Colorado Lining International: Colorado Lining International is a geomembrane installation contractor specializing in large containment liner projects across mining, water, and wastewater - a direct competitor in the field installation portion of IEC's business.
• Seaman Corporation: Seaman Corporation manufactures XR-5 reinforced geomembranes, one of the key materials IEC specifies in its fabrication. They directly compete as both a material supplier alternative and finished liner/cover provider in industrial containment applications.
• BTL Liners: BTL Liners is a geomembrane liner fabricator and installer serving aquaculture, agriculture, wastewater, and industrial containment markets - directly overlapping with IEC's liner fabrication and installation services.

Emerging players

• Watershed Geo: Watershed Geo provides geosynthetic solutions for landfill, mining, and environmental containment applications - an emerging player in the geosynthetics space with overlapping product offerings in liners and covers for environmental infrastructure.

Broad incumbents

• AGRU America: AGRU America is a major manufacturer of HDPE and LLDPE geomembranes, liners, and concrete protection products, competing with IEC in industrial containment, mining, and wastewater applications with much larger manufacturing capacity.
• Raven Engineered Films: Raven Engineered Films (a CNH Industrial subsidiary) is a large-scale manufacturer of geomembranes and specialty films serving construction, agriculture, and environmental markets - a broad competitor in the geomembrane materials space.
• Solmax (GSE Environmental): Solmax, which acquired GSE Environmental, is one of the world's largest geosynthetics manufacturers with a broad portfolio of geomembranes, liners, and containment products - competing with IEC across all major product categories with greater scale and geographic reach.

Regional players

• Atarfil: Atarfil is a Spanish manufacturer of HDPE, LLDPE, and PVC geomembranes primarily serving European and Latin American markets with environmental containment and water infrastructure products - a regional player with comparable products to IEC.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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