An-Cor Industrial Plastics

Name

An-Cor Industrial Plastics

Legal name

An-Cor Industrial Plastics Inc.

Website

https://an-cor.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1964

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Corrosion-Resistant Equipment

NAICS

Plastics Product Manufacturing (3261), Other Plastics Product Manufacturing (32619)

SIC

Miscellaneous Plastics Products (3080), Plastics Products, Nec (3089)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial Process & Chemical-Resistant Pipe Systems (CPVC/PVDF/PP) (IMANADAF)

Keywords

• Corrosion-resistant equipment
• Fiberglass reinforced plastics
• Dual laminate systems
• FRP tanks and vessels
• Chemical process equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

North Tonawanda

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Custom FRP and Dual Laminate Equipment Manufacturing: One-time sale of custom-engineered industrial equipment (tanks, vessels, piping, ductwork, stacks) manufactured to customer specifications. Revenue is project-based, generated per order. Includes professional engineering (design), fabrication, and potentially installation and maintenance services bundled or sold separately.
2. Professional Services (Engineering, Installation, Maintenance, Training): Ancillary revenue from engineering design, field installation and modification, maintenance and repair services, and customer training programs. These services support the core equipment sales and may be bundled into total project cost or quoted as separate line items.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

An-Cor Industrial Plastics designs, manufactures, and installs custom fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP) and dual laminate equipment—including tanks, process vessels, piping systems, ductwork, stacks, and chimney liners—for industrial customers facing aggressive chemical, corrosive, and high-temperature environments. The company produces equipment using thermoset resins (Polyester, Epoxy Vinyl Ester, Bisphenol-A, Novolac, Brominated Epoxy Vinyl Ester) combined with thermoplastic liners (PP, PVC, CPVC, ECTFE, ETFE, PVDF), and complements manufacturing with professional engineering, field installation, maintenance, and training services.

Product overview

An-Cor Industrial Plastics is a specialized manufacturer of corrosion-resistant industrial equipment, offering a portfolio of fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP) and dual laminate products. The core product lineup includes Dual Laminate Vessels & Piping Systems, FRP Piping Systems, FRP Tanks & Process Vessels, FRP & Dual Laminate Ductwork & Stacks, Custom Equipment, Ventilation Equipment, Stacks and Chimney Liners, and Structural Components. These products are engineered using thermoset resins (Polyester, Epoxy Vinyl Ester, Bisphenol-A, Novolac, Brominated Epoxy Vinyl Ester) and reinforcements (C-glass, Carbon, Synthetic veils, E-glass & ECR Glass Mat, Woven Roving, Continuous Strand Roving). Dual laminate solutions combine FRP structural strength with thermoplastic liners (PP, PVC, CPVC, ECTFE, PVDF). The company also provides comprehensive services including Professional Engineering, Equipment Fabrication, Installation & Modification, Maintenance & Repair, and Customer Training. An-Cor operates as an ASME RTP-1 accredited and FRPI certified manufacturer serving industries including Chemical Process, Chlor-Alkali, Energy, Desalination, Food & Agriculture, Metals & Mining, Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Pulp & Paper, and Semiconductor.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Dual Laminate Vessels & Piping Systems Dual laminate systems combining thermoplastic corrosion-resistant liners (PP, PVC, CPVC, ECTFE, PVDF) with FRP structural layers, delivering chemical resistance and mechanical strength in aggressive chemical environments. Sold to chemical, energy, and industrial processing customers.
• FRP Piping Systems Fiberglass reinforced plastic piping with corrosion and erosion allowances up to 500 mils, manufactured via Hand Lay-up or Filament Winding methods, including abrasion-resistant options for demanding applications such as Flue Gas Desulfurization (FGD).
• FRP Tanks & Process Vessels High-performance FRP tanks and vessels meeting ASME RTP-1 and FRPI specifications, available as ASME Code Stamped (full vacuum through 15 psig), pressure/vacuum vessels, storage, mix, reaction, and settling tanks in various configurations.
• FRP & Dual Laminate Ductwork & Stacks Custom ductwork and stacks providing corrosion resistance and structural reliability; includes round and rectangular ductwork, canopy hoods, vertical updraft/downdraft hoods, wrap-around and tunnel hoods, with options for electrically conductive and fire-retardant materials.
• Custom Equipment Bespoke FRP equipment tailored to exact specifications including troughs, mobile kettles, chlorine gas seal pots, specialized tanks and vessels, custom piping systems, and unique structural components.
• Ventilation Equipment Custom ductwork, hoods, and flow control devices for collection and management of corrosive fumes and gases, including butterfly dampers, blast gates, and louvers.
• Stacks and Chimney Liners FRP stacks and chimney liners engineered for long-term reliability in harsh exhaust environments, available as freestanding, guyed, or guided configurations, with options for electrically conductive materials and fire-retardant resins meeting ASTM E84 ratings.
• Structural Components Structural FRP components including ladders, platforms, handrails, and staircases designed to complement tanks, vessels, scrubbers, and stacks, prefabricated and prefit for minimal installation time.
• Professional Engineering Services Expert engineering services designing custom corrosion-resistant solutions tailored to exact operational needs, ensuring long-term performance and reliability for industrial process applications.
• Equipment Fabrication Services High-quality precision-engineered manufacturing of durable FRP and dual laminate solutions built to withstand the harshest industrial environments.
• Installation & Modification Services Field installation and system modification services handling seamless integration at customer sites worldwide while minimizing operational downtime.
• Maintenance & Repair Services Proactive maintenance and expert repair services to extend equipment life and maximize operational efficiency for installed FRP and dual laminate systems.
• Customer Training Programs Hands-on training programs empowering customer teams with the knowledge and skills to operate and maintain FRP and dual laminate equipment safely and effectively.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 66% reduction in joint count through shop-spooled subassemblies, minimizing leak points and accelerating installation
• +2 more outcomes

Segments7 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

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers)coreOthersAn-Cor maintains participation and key leadership roles within ASME. As the first-ever ASME RTP-1 accredited facility, An-Cor has a deep relationship with ASME and holds an ASME Certificate of Authorization for FRP tank and process vessel manufacturing.
• ASTM InternationalcoreOthersAn-Cor maintains participation and key leadership roles within ASTM, using ASTM standards (including ASTM E84 for fire-retardant applications) as part of its quality and compliance framework.
• NACE InternationalcoreOthersAn-Cor maintains participation and key leadership roles within NACE (National Association of Corrosion Engineers), reflecting its focus on corrosion-resistant solutions and expertise in the corrosion engineering field.
• ACMA (American Composites Manufacturers Association)coreOthersAn-Cor maintains participation and key leadership roles within ACMA, the leading trade association for the composites manufacturing industry.
• FRPI (Fiberglass Reinforced Plastics Institute)coreOthersAn-Cor maintains participation and key leadership roles within FRPI, a non-profit organization providing fiberglass education, certification, membership and services. An-Cor holds FRPI Certification and prominently displays the FRPI credential.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• IPEX: IPEX is a major North American manufacturer of plastic piping systems, including CPVC, PVDF, and other chemical-resistant thermoplastics used in industrial process piping. While it focuses on plastic pipe rather than FRP dual laminate, it serves overlapping chemical, industrial, and water treatment customers as An-Cor.
• AGRU America: AGRU America manufactures thermoplastic (PE, PP, PVDF, ECTFE) piping systems, sheets, and liners used in chemical, mining, and industrial applications. It supplies the thermoplastic liner materials An-Cor uses, and overlaps with An-Cor in chemical-resistant pipe and equipment applications.
• Georg Fischer (GF Piping Systems): Georg Fischer's GF Piping Systems division is a global leader in plastic piping systems, including PVDF, PP, and other chemical-resistant thermoplastics for industrial process applications. It serves the same chemical and industrial customers as An-Cor at much larger scale, with overlapping corrosion-resistant piping offerings.

Direct peers

• NOV Fiber Glass Systems: NOV's Fiber Glass Systems division (including Smith Fibercast) manufactures FRP piping systems for oil & gas, chemical, and industrial applications. It is a direct competitor to An-Cor's FRP and dual laminate piping systems used in corrosive chemical service.
• Enduro Composites: Enduro Composites manufactures FRP products including tanks, covers, baffles, and process equipment for industrial water, wastewater, and chemical service applications. It is a comparable specialty FRP fabricator serving similar industrial customer segments.
• LF Manufacturing: LF Manufacturing produces FRP tanks, ductwork, scrubbers, and process equipment for chemical, metal finishing, and pollution control markets. Its overlapping product portfolio in custom FRP equipment makes it a comparable peer to An-Cor.
• Belco Manufacturing Co. Belco Manufacturing is an established FRP tank and vessel fabricator serving chemical, air pollution control, and industrial process markets. Its product focus on corrosion-resistant FRP storage and process tanks makes it a direct competitor to An-Cor's tank and vessel line.
• Plasticon Composites: Plasticon Composites is a specialist in dual laminate and FRP tanks, vessels, and process equipment serving the same chemical, energy, and industrial corrosion markets as An-Cor, making it the closest direct competitor in dual laminate technology with thermoplastic liner systems.
• RPS Composites: RPS Composites (formerly Ershigs, Inc.) manufactures FRP tanks, process vessels, scrubbers, ductwork, and stacks for chemical, energy, and environmental applications — closely mirroring An-Cor's product portfolio and customer base in corrosion-resistant FRP equipment.

Emerging players

• Plas-Tank Industries: Plas-Tank Industries manufactures custom FRP tanks for chemical storage, water treatment, and industrial applications. As a smaller, regional FRP fabricator, it competes with An-Cor on smaller-scale tank and vessel projects but with a narrower product and capability set.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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