National Precast

What National Precast does

National Precast is a Pacific Northwest manufacturer of structural and architectural precast concrete products, founded in 1974 and headquartered in Vancouver, Washington. The company operates as a single-source provider offering design, manufacturing, and installation of precast and prestressed concrete systems across four core product categories: stormwater management (HV Detention vaults, Precast Raingardens, inlet protection), railroad infrastructure (Premier Modular Crossings, freight and pedestrian rail systems), architectural precast (custom pieces, facades, wheel stops, sign post bases), and building supply (Stone Strong retaining walls, RimRiser adjustable manhole systems, Silt-Saver inlet protection). Underlying technology centers on certified precast and prestressed concrete manufacturing, with proprietary product lines including the first Precast Raingarden in the industry and exclusive regional manufacturing rights for Low/Span and Mega/Box prefabricated bridge and tunnel systems. Differentiators include in-house engineering and design teams, a dedicated installation crew, PCI Level I/II/III and NPCA certifications, and 140+ years of combined leadership experience.

The company's business model is built on one-time project sales of manufactured precast products bundled with integrated design-build-install professional services. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed; customers submit project specifications through a website estimate form, by phone, or by email and typically receive bid packages within 1-2 business days. Distribution is exclusively direct sales, with no intermediaries, distributors, or resellers. Revenue is split across infrastructure contractors, government agencies (including state DOTs), and engineering firms in the Pacific Northwest, with no geographic expansion beyond Washington, Oregon, and adjacent states disclosed. The company is a division of Environmental Containment, a diversified conglomerate, and is led by CEO & Partner Ron Sparks and President Jim Kuroski, with no external institutional funding disclosed.

Name

National Precast

Legal name

National Precast

Website

https://nationalprecast.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1974

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

National Precast is a Pacific Northwest manufacturer of structural and architectural precast concrete products serving government agencies, infrastructure contractors, and engineering firms with single-source design, manufacturing, and installation of stormwater, railroad, and building supply systems since 1974.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Precast Concrete Manufacturing

NAICS

Cement and Concrete Product Manufacturing (3273), Structural Steel and Precast Concrete Contractors (23812)

akta.pro primary industry

Precast Concrete Products (IMADAAAB)

Keywords

• Precast concrete products
• Stormwater management systems
• Modular railroad crossings
• Architectural precast concrete
• Retaining wall systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Vancouver

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Precast Concrete Products Sales: One-time product sales of precast concrete products including stormwater systems, railroad crossings, architectural precast, and building supply products. Products are sold with associated design, manufacturing, and installation services as a single-source provider.
2. Design, Manufacturing, and Installation Services: Integrated services encompassing the full project lifecycle from initial design through manufacturing to installation and inspection, providing comprehensive project management for precast/prestressed systems.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

National Precast is a single-source provider of precast/prestressed concrete products, designing, manufacturing, and installing structural and stormwater precast concrete products. The company serves the Pacific Northwest region with stormwater management systems (HV Detention, Raingarden), modular railroad crossings (Premier Crossings), architectural precast pieces, and building supply products (Stone Strong retaining walls, RimRiser, Wheel Stops). End-to-end project delivery spans design, manufacturing, installation, and inspection.

Product overview

National Precast is a single-source provider of precast/prestressed concrete products and systems, operating since 1974. The company offers four core product categories: Stormwater (detention vaults, raingardens, inlet protection), Railroad (modular crossings), Architectural Precast (custom pieces, wheel stops, sign bases), and Building Supply (retaining walls, RimRiser systems). All products are designed, manufactured, and installed by National Precast's team, providing end-to-end solutions from design through installation and inspection. The company also serves as official manufacturer of Low/Span and Mega/Box prefabricated bridge systems and RimRiser leveling products.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Premier Crossings: Premier Modular Railroad Crossings - a 3-piece tub style railroad crossing system produced exclusively on the west coast.
• HV Detention System
• RimRiser
• Low/Span and Mega/Box

Products and services

• Custom Pieces Custom architectural precast pieces that can be designed from scratch or replicated from existing products, with options for specific mix content, color, or finish. Intended for commercial and residential construction projects requiring custom design.
• Wheel Stops Parking bumpers available in Type A (taller style) and Type B (shorter style), with options to include or exclude scuppers, and custom heavy-duty versions available. Used in parking lot construction projects.
• Silt-Saver Reusable inlet protection device designed to keep job sites clean during construction, featuring fail-safe design, easy installation, and a lightweight HMWPE frame. Used by contractors for erosion and sediment control.
• RimRiser Adjustable manhole cover and precast top system that allows for easy grade adjustment by one person, reducing installation time and costs. National Precast is an Official Supplier and Manufacturer of RimRiser Products.
• Stone Strong Modular block retaining wall system that is engineered both structurally and geotechnically, offering fast installation, labor cost savings, and superior safety, durability, and aesthetics. Used in site development and infrastructure projects.
• Premier Crossings 3-piece tub style modular railroad crossings available in 4'x8' and 8'x8' options with standard reverse diamond plate surface, designed for fast installation and minimal maintenance. Used by freight and light rail infrastructure projects.
• Sign Post Base Precast concrete sign post foundation designed for durability and easy installation. Used in roadway and commercial site signage installations.
• Raingarden First-of-its-kind precast raingarden system for stormwater runoff filtration, designed, fabricated, and installed by National Precast with their own engineering and installation teams. Used by municipalities and developers for sustainable stormwater management.
• HV Detention System Versatile stormwater detention vault system that can function as a traditional underground vault or topless as a pond for erosion control and wildlife habitat. Designed, fabricated, and installed by National Precast.
• Low/Span and Mega/Box Systems Prefabricated bridges, parking garages, subway tunnels, and pedestrian bridges product line produced as an Official Manufacturer. Includes Low/Span (standard applications) and Mega/Box (large applications) systems. Designed with longevity in mind for minimal maintenance.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduced build time with fewer errors compared to traditional construction methods
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 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

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• RimRisercoreTechnology or IntegrationNational Precast is an Official Supplier and Manufacturer of RimRiser Products. RimRiser is a precast leveling jack nut and screw system that allows for easy adjustment to castings, manholes, and precast tops/utility vault lids. The partnership enabled an innovative solution for adjusting a 4' x 8' precast concrete vault lid to complicated grade requirements, winning a 2nd place Best Practice Award from NPCA.
• Low/Span and Mega/BoxcoreTechnology or IntegrationNational Precast is an Official Manufacturer of Low/Span and Mega/Box products, which include prefabricated bridges, parking garages, subway tunnels, and pedestrian bridges. These are part of the precast/prestressed systems the company designs and manufactures.
• Environmental ContainmentcoreOthersEnvironmental Containment is the parent company of National Precast. National Precast is identified as 'A Division of Environmental Containment' on their website footer and copyright information.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Hanson Pipe & Precast: Heidelberg Materials-owned national precast concrete producer with extensive PNW operations. CEO Ron Sparks previously served as VP/GM at Hanson Pipe and Precast, making it a directly relevant prior employer and a major competitor for stormwater and infrastructure projects in the region.
• Oldcastle Infrastructure: CRH-owned national precast concrete producer offering stormwater, utility, and structural products across the U.S. National Precast's VP Doug Salisbury previously served as Area Commercial Manager at Oldcastle Infrastructure, making it a directly relevant prior employer and the dominant incumbent competing for the same PNW contracts.
• Forterra (precast/pipe division): Major U.S. manufacturer of concrete pipe and precast products serving stormwater and infrastructure markets. Comparable product overlap in stormwater management systems and structural precast, with a much larger national footprint that could enter the PNW market.

Direct peers

• Tindall Corporation: Privately-held, PCI-certified precast/prestressed concrete manufacturer serving infrastructure, architectural, and utility markets across the U.S. Southeast and Mid-Atlantic. Comparable in size and product breadth, with similar PCI/NPCA certifications and single-source project delivery capabilities.
• Locke Solutions: NPCA-certified precast concrete manufacturer serving Texas and surrounding markets with utility, stormwater, and structural precast. Comparable in private, regional positioning with multi-product precast portfolio and similar government/infrastructure customer base.
• Shea Concrete Products: Family-owned NPCA-certified precast concrete manufacturer serving the Northeast U.S. with stormwater, utility, and architectural precast products. Comparable in business model (private, regional, certified, multi-product precast) and operational scale.
• Columbia Precast Products: PNW-based precast concrete manufacturer founded by CEO Ron Sparks (now CEO of National Precast). Offers similar stormwater, utility, and structural precast products to overlapping regional customers in Oregon and Washington, making it a direct historical and operational peer.
• Wieser Concrete Products: Family-owned NPCA and PCI-certified precast manufacturer offering stormwater, utility, and architectural precast across the Midwest. Comparable private, regional, multi-product precast manufacturer with similar certifications and project delivery model.
• Granite Precast (Oldcastle): PNW-focused precast manufacturer (now under Oldcastle) where VP Doug Salisbury spent his career. Directly comparable in regional focus, product mix, and customer base, serving overlapping stormwater and infrastructure contractors in the Pacific Northwest.
• Americast (now Forterra/Quikrete): Former independent precast manufacturer serving Mid-Atlantic and Southeast markets with stormwater and structural precast products, now consolidated into larger players. Comparable in customer mix (DOTs, utilities, contractors) and product portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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