American Step

What American Step does

American Step Company, Inc. is a privately held manufacturer founded in 1995 and headquartered in Griffin, Georgia, specializing in manhole steps and precast concrete lifting systems. The company produces steel-reinforced copolymer polypropylene manhole steps (ASTM D-4101 compliant), utility anchors (A36 steel, 875-25,000 lb load ratings), D anchors, patented solid loop lifters, septic tank lifters, pulling/lifting irons, waste block lifters, wire rope loop lifters, and pipe hole formers. All products are powder epoxy coated per ASTM A 934, manufactured domestically from USA-sourced steel, and independently load-tested by certified engineering firms (CMS, LAW, MACTEC) to comply with OSHA 1926.704(c) 4:1 safety factor requirements.

The business operates a direct sales model with no reseller or distributor layer, accepting orders via toll-free phone (1-800-988-STEP) and an online order form, with 2-4 hour processing and 10 business day delivery. Its customer base consists of two primary B2B segments: precast concrete manufacturers (manholes, septic tanks, concrete pipe) and construction/infrastructure contractors requiring OSHA-compliant lifting hardware. The company holds Patent # D615,849 for its solid loop lifter design and maintains quality certifications from Lloyd's Register (Germany and England) and Bureau Veritas, alongside memberships in NPCA, ACPA, and ASTM International.

With 1-10 employees and a single manufacturing facility, American Step is a tightly focused niche operator. Revenue is not publicly disclosed and no funding rounds, acquisitions, leadership changes, or geographic expansions are documented. The company's competitive position rests on its patented solid loop lifter technology, independently certified load ratings, and nearly three decades of operating history in a narrow but compliance-intensive product category.

Name

American Step

Legal name

American Step Company, Inc.

Website

https://americanstep.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1995

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

American Step Company, founded 1995 in Griffin, Georgia, manufactures manhole steps and patented solid loop lifters for the precast concrete industry. It serves precast manufacturers and construction contractors via direct B2B sales of OSHA- and ASTM-compliant lifting hardware.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Precast Concrete Construction Hardware

NAICS

Construction Machinery Manufacturing (33312)

SIC

Construction, Mining & Materials Handling Machinery & Equip (3530)

akta.pro primary industry

Lifting Accessories & Rigging (Slings, Shackles, Hooks, Spreaders) (IMAHAJAI)

Keywords

• Precast concrete hardware
• Manhole steps
• Concrete lifting anchors
• Utility anchors
• Solid loop lifters

Headquarters

HQ city

Griffin

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, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Product Sales: Direct sale of manhole steps, lifting systems, utility anchors, pipe hole formers, and related products to precast concrete manufacturers and construction companies.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

American Step manufactures and sells steel-reinforced copolymer polypropylene manhole steps and a complete line of lifting systems (utility anchors, D anchors, solid loop lifters, septic tank lifters, pulling/lifting irons, waste block lifters, wire rope loop lifters) plus pipe hole formers for precast concrete manufacturers and construction contractors. All products are fabricated in Griffin, Georgia from domestic USA steel and are independently load-tested to OSHA and ASTM standards.

Product overview

American Step Company offers a comprehensive line of precast concrete construction products consisting of three main product categories: Manhole Steps (non-coated and epoxy coated rebar variants with multiple installation methods), Lifting Systems (Utility Anchors, D Anchors, Solid Loop Lifters, Septic Tank Lifters, Pulling/Lifting Irons, Waste Block Lifters, and Wire Rope Loop Lifters), and Pipe Hole Formers. All products are manufactured in the company's Griffin, Georgia facility using domestic USA steel and are load rated by independent engineering and testing companies, with load ratings complying with OSHA 1926.704(c) requiring a 4:1 safety factor.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Manhole Steps Manhole steps manufactured from tough copolymer polypropylene plastic reinforced by steel rebar, available in non-coated rebar and epoxy coated variants with multiple installation methods (mechanical lock, masonry, push-in, insert). Designed for maximum safety and longevity in harsh on-site and sewer environments for precast concrete manufacturers.
• Utility Anchors Lifting anchors fabricated from domestic USA A36 steel with powder epoxy coating for corrosion protection. Load rated from 875 to 25,000 pounds in 4,000 PSI concrete, with wire cage clips for attaching to reinforcement cage. For precast concrete manufacturers and contractors.
• D Anchors Epoxy coated D-shaped anchors made from A1064 deformed steel wire, available in 3/8", 1/2", and 5/8" bar diameters with various tension and shear load capacities for 4,000 PSI concrete applications.
• Solid Loop Lifters Patented solid steel loop lifters with powder epoxy coating per ASTM A934, offering reduced corrosion potential compared to wire rope alternatives. Load rated from 3,500 to 17,750 pounds in 4,000 PSI concrete, made from domestic USA steel.
• Septic Tank Lifters Lifting devices designed specifically for septic tank applications, rated for use in 3,000 PSI concrete with embedment depths of 37.5 inches. Available in 3/8" and 1/2" diameters with load ratings up to 14,000 lbs.
• Pulling/Lifting Irons Lifting and pulling anchor points manufactured from 1/2 inch steel cable meeting ASTM A416, 7 Wire, 270 Grade. Designed for use in steel reinforced concrete structures with load ratings from 2,500 to 29,250 lbs, compliant with OSHA 1926.704(c) 4:1 safety factor.
• Waste Block Lifters Lifting devices specifically designed and tested for use in non-reinforced concrete waste blocks. Made from 3/8" pre-stressing strand with load ratings of 9,500 lbs in 2,000 PSI concrete.
• Galvanized Wire Rope Loop Lifters Color-tagged galvanized wire rope loop lifters for precast concrete applications. Load ratings from 1,800 to 6,000 lbs at 4,000 PSI concrete with various wire rope diameters and embedment depths.
• Pipe Hole Formers All-metal formers that create lifting holes in concrete pipe. Attaches to reinforcing cage and uses closed-cell foam that is removed after concrete cure.

Quantifiable outcome

• Load ratings from 875 lbs to 25,000 lbs across product lines in 4,000 PSI concrete
• +2 more outcomes

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• National Precast Concrete Association (NPCA)minorOthersIndustry trade association membership providing access to precast concrete industry network and standards development.
• American Concrete Pipe Association (ACPA)minorOthersIndustry trade association membership for concrete pipe manufacturers.
• ASTM InternationalminorOthersStandards organization membership ensuring compliance with ASTM testing and material standards.
• Independent Engineering and Testing CompaniescoreTechnology or IntegrationProfessional engineering and testing companies that perform independent load testing and certification of American Step products. Includes CMS (Certified Material Solutions), LAW, and MACTEC for load testing reviews and certifications.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Hamilton Kent: Hamilton Kent manufactures manhole adjustment risers, seals, and other infrastructure products for the precast concrete and underground utility markets. Its product portfolio is sold to similar municipal and precast contractor customers as American Step.
• Meadow Burke: Meadow Burke is a leading US manufacturer of precast concrete lifting and connection hardware, including anchors, lifters, and related accessories. It directly competes with American Step across lifting systems and utility anchor product lines serving the same precast concrete manufacturers.
• Lift Systems Inc. Lift Systems Inc. specializes in precast concrete lifting hardware, including lifting anchors and embedments. It competes directly with American Step's solid loop lifters, utility anchors, and D anchors in the precast concrete lifting accessories category.
• Press-Seal Corporation: Press-Seal produces manhole and pipe sealing products along with related precast concrete accessories for the underground infrastructure market. It overlaps with American Step in serving precast manhole and concrete pipe manufacturers with complementary components.
• M.A. Industries: M.A. Industries manufactures manhole steps, manhole seals, pipe seals, and precast concrete accessories. Its manhole step and pipe seal product lines compete head-to-head with American Step's manhole step and pipe hole former offerings.

Broad incumbents

• Forterra: Forterra is a major North American manufacturer of concrete pipe, precast structures, and infrastructure products. It is comparable to American Step as a large-scale precast infrastructure manufacturer that consumes and competes with similar accessory categories.
• Oldcastle Infrastructure: Oldcastle Infrastructure is one of North America's largest precast concrete product manufacturers, producing manholes, pipe, and a wide range of precast infrastructure solutions. It is comparable to American Step as a downstream buyer/customer of lifting accessories and as a vertically integrated competitor in some product areas.
• Cretex Companies: Cretex Companies is a diversified manufacturer of precast concrete products and infrastructure components, serving similar utility and transportation end markets. As a much larger incumbent, it overlaps with American Step in the broader precast concrete accessories value chain.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/americanstep
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@americanstep
• Facebookfacebook.com/americanstep
• Instagraminstagram.com/americanstep
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/american-step-company-inc

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about American Step