APCOM, Inc.

Water Heater Components Manufacturingapcom-inc.com

APCOM is a US-based OEM component manufacturer supplying the water heating industry with heating elements, thermostats, dip tubes, anodes, drain valves, and recirculation systems, served through integrated metal forming, plastic extrusion, injection molding, and coating capabilities under A.O. Smith ownership.

Company typePrivate
Founded1969
HeadquartersFranklin, United States
Headcount101–250
GTM typeB2B
OfferingHardware or Manufacturing

What APCOM, Inc. does

APCOM, Inc. is a privately held US-based manufacturer of engineered components and sub-assemblies for the water heating industry, headquartered in Franklin with 101–250 employees and operating under the corporate umbrella of A.O. Smith Corporation. Founded in 1969 and led originally by founder Mike Grace, the company supplies original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) with a focused portfolio that includes tubular heating elements, bimetal disc thermostats, anodes (including powered/active anodes), dip tubes, drain valves, gas burner assemblies, pipe nipples, water lines, cold formed fittings, and integrated recirculation systems. Its primary end customers are water heater OEMs, with additional reach into industrial/OEM manufacturers needing precision-engineered formed metal and plastic components, plus an aftermarket service channel via its Replacement Parts Program.

APCOM's technical foundation rests on an unusually broad set of in-house manufacturing processes — cold forming, metal tube forming, metal stamping, plastic tubing extrusion, injection molding, and porcelain enamel coating — supported by a dedicated product and process engineering organization with explicit R&D capability. The company positions itself on 'Turning Ideas into Production,' offering rapid concept-to-production turnaround for both standard and unique custom solutions. This integrated engineering-plus-manufacturing footprint is the basis for its competitive differentiation versus single-process commodity suppliers, and enables APCOM to consolidate multiple component categories (heating, thermostats, fluid handling, coated assemblies) within a single supplier relationship.

Commercially, APCOM operates a relationship-driven, engineering-led go-to-market targeting OEM engineering and procurement functions rather than self-serve or transactional channels. Pricing is quote-based and project-based, consistent with custom industrial component supply, and is not publicly disclosed. Revenue is generated primarily through OEM hardware sales tied to customer production runs, supplemented by recurring aftermarket revenue from the Replacement Parts Program and project-based revenue from custom engineering and contract manufacturing services. The overall business model is a stable, mature industrial OEM supplier operation with diversified process capability but concentrated vertical and counterparty exposure.

APCOM, Inc. firmographics

Firmographics

Name: APCOM, Inc.
Legal name: APCOM Inc.
Website: https://apcom-inc.com
Company type: Private
Founded year: 1969
Headcount range: 101–250 employees
Short description: APCOM is a US-based OEM component manufacturer supplying the water heating industry with heating elements, thermostats, dip tubes, anodes, drain valves, and recirculation systems, served through integrated metal forming, plastic extrusion, injection molding, and coating capabilities under A.O. Smith ownership.
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APCOM, Inc. industry classification

Industry

Product category: Water Heater Components Manufacturing
NAICS: Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (3334), Other Electronic Component Manufacturing (334419), Plastics Pipe, Pipe Fitting, and Unlaminated Profile Shape Manufacturing (32612)
SIC: Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585), Plastics Products, Nec (3089), Pumps & Pumping Equipment (3561)
akta.pro primary industry: Heat Transfer Equipment (Heat Exchangers, Boilers, Condensers) (IMAHAEAC)
akta.pro secondary industries: Electrical & Electronics Injection Molded Components (Connectors, Housings) (IMANAFAD), Electrical Conduit & Raceway Systems (PVC/HDPE) (IMANADAC)

Keywords

Water heater components
Tubular heating elements
OEM contract manufacturing
Metal forming services
Porcelain enamel coatings

Where APCOM, Inc. is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city: Franklin
HQ country: United States
HQ region: North America

Markets served

APCOM, Inc. business model

Business model

GTM type: B2B
Offering type: Hardware or Manufacturing
Cost components: Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

OEM Component Sales: Primary revenue generated through sale of manufactured components — including tubular heating elements, bimetal disc thermostats, anodes, dip tubes, drain valves, gas burner assemblies, heating elements, pipe nipples, recirculation systems, powered anodes, thermostats, water lines, and cold formed fittings — to OEM customers in water heating and related industries. Mix is predominantly one-time unit/hardware sales with repeat business tied to OEM production runs.
Replacement Parts Program: Recurring/aftermarket revenue stream from sale of replacement parts to end users and service channels, complementing the OEM business with an installed-base parts opportunity.
Custom Engineering & Contract Manufacturing Services: Project-based revenue from precision-engineered solutions and contract manufacturing services (engineering, coatings, cold forming, injection molding, metal tube forming, metal stamping, plastic tubing extrusion) for customers needing custom or rapid-turnaround production.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Marketing channels4 records

APCOM, Inc. product offering

Product offering

Core offering

APCOM manufactures precision-engineered components and sub-assemblies for the water heating industry, including tubular heating elements, bimetal disc thermostats, anodes, dip tubes, drain valves, gas burner assemblies, recirculation systems, pipe nipples, and water lines. The company operates integrated in-house capabilities spanning cold forming, metal tube forming, metal stamping, plastic tubing extrusion, injection molding, and porcelain enamel coatings, supported by dedicated product and process engineers and extensive R&D to deliver rapid concept-to-production turnaround for OEM customers.

Product overview

APCOM, Inc. operates as a single, unified manufacturing and engineering business (rather than a multi-brand product platform) that turns customer concepts into production-ready components and sub-assemblies for the water heating industry. Its portfolio spans a set of distinct product lines — Anodes (including Powered Anodes), Cold Formed Fittings, Dip Tubes, Drain Valves, Gas Burner Assemblies, Heating Elements, Pipe Nipples, Recirculation Systems, Thermostats (bimetal disc), and Water Lines — backed by in-house capabilities in Engineering, Coatings (Porcelain Enamel), Cold Forming, Injection Molding, Metal Tube Forming, Metal Stamping, and Plastic Tubing Extrusion, plus a Replacement Parts Program for service and aftermarket needs. Core lines such as Tubular Heating Elements, Bimetal Disc Thermostats, and Recirculation Systems anchor the offering, while component-level products (Anodes, Dip Tubes, Drain Valves, Pipe Nipples, Water Lines, Cold Formed Fittings, Gas Burner Assemblies) complement them as integrated parts of complete water heater assemblies supplied to OEM customers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

Tubular Heating Elements Tubular heating elements designed for water heating and related thermal applications, manufactured in-house using APCOM's metal tube forming capability and supplied to OEM customers in the water heating industry.
Bimetal Disc Thermostats Bimetal disc thermostats manufactured by APCOM for temperature control in water heating applications, supplied to OEM customers.
Recirculation Systems Recirculation systems that provide instant hot water, marketed by APCOM under the positioning 'Save Water. Save Money. Save Time.' to reduce water waste, cost, and time for residential and commercial end users.
Anodes APCOM-manufactured anodes used in water heater applications to provide corrosion protection within water heating systems.
Powered Anodes Powered (active) anode products offered as part of APCOM's water heater component portfolio, serving as an electronically enhanced alternative to passive sacrificial anodes.
Dip Tubes Dip tubes manufactured by APCOM and used in water heaters to direct incoming cold water to the bottom of the tank, produced via in-house plastic tubing extrusion.
Drain Valves Drain valves produced for water heater and fluid system applications, enabling tank draining and servicing of installed equipment.
Gas Burner Assemblies Gas burner assemblies engineered and manufactured by APCOM for gas-fired water heating equipment, supplied to OEM customers.
Pipe Nipples Pipe nipples manufactured by APCOM for plumbing connections in water heating and fluid systems.
Water Lines Water lines (flexible water connectors) produced by APCOM for water heater installation and plumbing applications.
Cold Formed Fittings Precision cold formed fittings produced by APCOM for plumbing and fluid handling applications, manufactured using the company's cold heading capability.
Replacement Parts Program APCOM's Replacement Parts Program providing OEM-quality service parts (anodes, dip tubes, drain valves, heating elements, thermostats, water lines) to support installed water heating equipment, complementing OEM sales with recurring aftermarket revenue.

Quantifiable outcome

Save Water, Save Money, Save Time via recirculation systems delivering instant hot water

Companies that use APCOM, Inc.

Customer profile

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

APCOM, Inc. technology and API

Technology

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API: No
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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

APCOM, Inc. partnerships and signals

Strategic signal

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

APCOM, Inc. competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Direct peers

Tempco Electric Heater Corporation: Tempco manufactures electric heating elements, band heaters, and custom thermal solutions for industrial OEMs. It competes with APCOM in custom-engineered heating elements for OEM customers.
Vulcan Electric: Vulcan Electric produces industrial heating elements and thermal components for OEM and process heating applications. It directly competes with APCOM in custom-engineered heating solutions.
Indeeco: Indeeco designs and manufactures industrial heating elements and comfort heating solutions for OEM and commercial applications. It competes with APCOM in heating element manufacturing and engineered thermal products.
Tutco (Syracuse): Tutco manufactures open coil and tubular heating elements for OEM applications including appliance and water heating markets. It is a direct competitor to APCOM in heating element supply to OEMs.
Watlow Electric Manufacturing: Watlow is a major manufacturer of heating elements, thermal systems, and temperature sensors for industrial and OEM applications. It is a direct competitor to APCOM in tubular heating elements and engineered thermal solutions serving OEM customers.
Selas Heat Technology: Selas Heat Technology manufactures gas burner assemblies and industrial process heating equipment. It competes with APCOM in gas burner assemblies for water heating and industrial OEM applications.
Therm-O-Disc (Emerson): Therm-O-Disc manufactures bimetal disc thermostats, thermal sensors, and temperature controls used in water heating and appliances. It directly competes with APCOM's bimetal disc thermostat line for OEM temperature control applications.
Backer EHP (Backer Marathon): Backer EHP produces tubular heating elements and engineered heating solutions for OEM applications including water heating. It is a direct competitor to APCOM in tubular heating elements supplied to water heater manufacturers.
Hotwatt: Hotwatt manufactures industrial heating elements including tubular, cartridge, and strip heaters. It is a direct competitor to APCOM in tubular heating elements and precision thermal components.
Chromalox (Spire Power Solutions): Chromalox designs and manufactures industrial heating elements, process heaters, and temperature control solutions. It directly competes with APCOM in tubular heating elements and thermal management components for OEM and industrial customers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

APCOM, Inc. financial estimates

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APCOM, Inc. leadership team

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APCOM, Inc. funding detail

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Investors

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APCOM, Inc. M&A and investment

M&A and investment

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Investments

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Frequently asked questions about APCOM, Inc.

What does APCOM, Inc. do?

Is APCOM, Inc. a public or private company?

APCOM, Inc. is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned.

When was APCOM, Inc. founded?

APCOM, Inc. was founded in 1969. It employs 101 to 250 people.

Where is APCOM, Inc. based?

APCOM, Inc. is headquartered in Franklin, United States, in the North America region.

How does APCOM, Inc. make money?

Three revenue lines are on record. OEM Component Sales are the primary driver. The others are replacement Parts Program and custom Engineering & Contract Manufacturing Services.

Who are APCOM, Inc.'s main competitors?

Direct peers on record are Tempco Electric Heater Corporation, Vulcan Electric, Indeeco, Tutco (Syracuse), Watlow Electric Manufacturing, Selas Heat Technology, Therm-O-Disc (Emerson), Backer EHP (Backer Marathon), Hotwatt and Chromalox (Spire Power Solutions).

Does APCOM, Inc. have an API?

No public API is recorded for APCOM, Inc..

What industry is APCOM, Inc. in?

APCOM, Inc.'s product category is Water Heater Components Manufacturing. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAHAEAC, Heat Transfer Equipment (Heat Exchangers, Boilers, Condensers), with a secondary code of IMANAFAD, Electrical & Electronics Injection Molded Components (Connectors, Housings). Its NAICS code is 3334 and its SIC code is 3585.