Lippert

What Lippert does

Lippert Components, Inc. is a diversified engineered-components manufacturer and a wholly owned subsidiary of LCI Industries (NYSE: LCII), founded in 1956 and headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana. The company designs, manufactures, and distributes highly engineered products serving OEMs and the aftermarket across RV, marine, automotive/towing, truck accessories, utility trailer, building products, hospitality, commercial vehicle, rail, and off-road equipment industries. Its manufacturing footprint spans 140+ facilities, 142 plants, and 14.7 million sq. ft. across 26 countries, with production capabilities across 14+ disciplines including axles, chassis, coatings, electronics, furniture, lamination, mattresses, metal fabrication, plastic molding, power and motion, and glass. Notable proprietary technologies include the Lippert Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), the largest non-captive e-coating tank in North America, a 110-inch hot melt laminator producing 4,000+ laminated panels daily, vertically integrated hydraulic pump manufacturing with in-house anodization, and 25 tempering furnaces producing 80,000 glass lites per day.

Lippert operates a house-of-brands model with 20+ sub-brands including CURT (towing hitches), Taylor Made (marine, 100+ years), Lewmar (marine equipment), Furrion (RV/marine technology and appliances), Ranch Hand (truck accessories), ARIES, UWS, HappiJac, Polyplastic, Thomas Payne, OneControl (smart RV automation), Girard, Solera, and SureShade. The business model is B2B-first: direct OEM sales to RV, marine, automotive, commercial vehicle, and building-products manufacturers, supplemented by an Authorized Dealer Program (ADP) and Gold Circle Dealer Program reaching SMB and consumer buyers in the US and Canada. Pricing is quote-based for OEM customers with multi-year contracts; aftermarket pricing follows Minimum Advertised Pricing (MAP) policy through dealers, distributors, and e-commerce. Customer segments include primary RV OEMs (chassis, axles, slide-outs, leveling, furniture, mattresses, windows, awnings), marine OEMs (anchors, windlasses, glazing, thrusters), the towing aftermarket (hitches, 5th wheel, electrical, weight distribution), and secondary segments across truck accessories, utility trailer, building products, hospitality, rail, and off-road equipment.

Revenue mechanics are split between OEM component manufacturing (hardware sales to manufacturers) and aftermarket parts distribution (hardware sales through dealer networks and e-commerce under brand portfolios including CURT, Taylor Made, Furrion, Lewmar, and Ranch Hand). The company has grown through a sustained acquisition cadence (most recently Bigfoot Hydraulic Systems in October 2025 and Freedman Seating) and continues to extend into adjacent verticals such as defense (GM Defense ISV chassis E-coating at Plant 72 in 2026), smart RV systems (OneControl), and sustainable products (EnviroSpring biodegradable mattresses).

Name

Lippert

Legal name

Lippert Components, Inc.

Website

https://corporate.lippert.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

1956

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

5,001–10,000 employees

Short description

Lippert Components, a subsidiary of LCI Industries (NYSE: LCII), is a diversified manufacturer of engineered components for OEMs and the aftermarket across RV, marine, automotive, towing, truck accessories, utility trailer, building products, hospitality, rail, and off-road industries, operating 140+ facilities in 26 countries under a house-of-brands portfolio.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

RV and Marine Component Manufacturing

NAICS

Motor Vehicle Body and Trailer Manufacturing (3362), Motor Vehicle Body and Trailer Manufacturing (33621)

SIC

Motor Vehicle Parts & Accessories (3714), Truck & Bus Bodies (3713)

akta.pro primary industry

Recreational Vehicle (RV) Bodies & Towables Manufacturing (IMACAGAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Truck Body & Upfit Manufacturing (Box/Dump/Service/Refuse) (IMACAGAC), Specialty Vehicle Body Manufacturing (Emergency/Military/Mobile Clinics) (IMACAGAD)

Keywords

• RV components manufacturing
• Marine equipment supplies
• Towing hitches manufacturing
• Automotive aftermarket parts
• Engineered OEM components

Headquarters

HQ city

Mishawaka

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices19 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. OEM Component Manufacturing: Lippert supplies highly engineered components to OEM manufacturers across RV, marine, automotive, commercial vehicle, and building products industries. Revenue is generated through direct B2B sales of chassis, axles, furniture, windows, electronics, and other components.
2. Aftermarket Parts Distribution: Sale of replacement parts and accessories through authorized dealer network and e-commerce platforms under brands including CURT, Taylor Made, Furrion, Lewmar, Ranch Hand, and others.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Lippert manufactures and supplies highly engineered components and accessories for recreational vehicles (RVs), boats, trailers, automobiles, commercial vehicles, and building products. The company operates a house-of-brands portfolio spanning axles, chassis, slide-outs, furniture, mattresses, windows, doors, hitches, marine equipment, truck accessories, and smart RV automation systems, sold primarily to OEM manufacturers and through an authorized aftermarket dealer network.

Product overview

Lippert is a diversified manufacturing company operating as a house of brands serving the RV, marine, automotive, towing, utility trailer, building products, hospitality, and rail industries. The company's portfolio includes core Lippert branded products alongside numerous sub-brands: CURT (towing hitches and equipment), Ranch Hand (truck accessories), Furrion (RV and marine technology/appliances), Taylor Made and Lewmar (marine equipment), UWS (truck tool boxes), ARIES (automotive accessories), Bigfoot (hydraulic leveling), HappiJac (RV bed lifts/jacks), LUVERNE (truck accessories), OneControl (smart RV automation), Solera (RV fabrics), SureShade (marine shades), Thomas Payne (RV mattresses/seating), Trans/Air (climate control), Girard (awnings/water heaters), Freedman (seating for transit/rail), RETRAC (truck mirrors), Polyplastic (European windows), Trend Marine (marine glass), Everchill/Greystone (Furrion sub-brands for refrigeration/appliances), Marine Trailer Performance (boat trailer components), EnviroSpring/Somnum (specialty mattresses), DoubleCOOL (retail refrigeration doors), and Duncan Systems (RV glass replacement). Legacy brands include Ameritex, Better Bath, Challenger Door, Ciesse, Heritage, Kinro, Kwikee Products, Moss Supply, Power Gear, Schaudt, Sessa Klein, TJ Snuggles, and Veada.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• CURT: The leading manufacturer of USA-made custom-fit trailer hitches for nearly every vehicle, and supplier of a complete line of towing products.
• Ranch Hand
• Furrion
• Taylor Made
• Freedman by Lippert
• Lewmar
• UWS
• ARIES
• Bigfoot
• LUVERNE
• SureShade
• Thomas Payne
• Girard
• Solera
• HappiJac
• OneControl
• Polyplastic
• RETRAC
• Trend Marine
• EnviroSpring

Products and services

• RV Chassis, Axles, and Slide-Outs Highly engineered chassis systems, axles, and slide-out mechanisms supplied to RV OEMs for mass-produced recreational vehicles, including leveling and stabilization systems.
• CURT Towing Hitches and Equipment USA-made custom-fit trailer hitches for nearly every vehicle, plus a complete line of towing products including 5th wheel, gooseneck, flat towing, electrical, and weight distribution solutions.
• Furrion RV and Marine Technology Premium energy-efficient RV and marine technology products including appliances, electronics, climate control, and solar solutions that enable off-grid outdoor living.
• Taylor Made Marine Products USA-made premium marine products and accessories with more than 100 years of experience, including anchors, windlasses, covers, and glazing systems for boats.
• Lewmar Marine Control Solutions Premier marine equipment including windlasses, thrusters, hatches, and other innovative high-quality control solutions distributed worldwide.
• Ranch Hand Truck Bumpers and Grille Guards Meticulously engineered, highly durable USA-made steel bumpers and grille guards for trucks.
• OneControl Smart RV Automation All-in-one smart solution for integrated and automated RV systems including power awnings, lighting, auto leveling, and water tank monitoring.
• Bigfoot Hydraulic Leveling Systems Hydraulic leveling solutions for motorhomes delivering consistent power, rock-solid stability, and smoother setup experience.
• Freedman Seating for Transit and Commercial Vehicles Seating and safety products for transit, coach, rail, marine, and paratransit markets.
• Thomas Payne RV Mattresses and Seating Complete line of RV mattresses, seating, and bedding defined by sophisticated craftsmanship, comfort, and first-class quality.
• Trans/Air Climate Control Systems Climate control systems for commercial and transit fleets including school buses and electric or hybrid vehicles.
• Solera RV Awnings and Fabric Solutions Leading brand of RV fabric solutions including universal awnings, shades, rooms, and slide toppers.
• Girard RV Awnings and Tankless Water Heaters Innovative awning solutions and tankless water heaters with over 20 years of RV industry experience.
• SureShade Telescoping Boat Shade Systems US manufacturer of patented telescoping boat shade systems that improve sun protection and enhance the boating experience.
• Trend Marine Glass and Glazing Products High-quality marine glass and glazing products for yachts and superyachts.
• RETRAC Truck Mirrors and Front-End Protection OEM and aftermarket mirrors, front-end protection, and accessories for heavy-duty and medium-duty trucks.
• Polyplastic Acrylic Windows Leading European manufacturer of state-of-the-art cast acrylic and contactless formed acrylic windows for RV, automotive, and retail applications.
• Lippert Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Advanced trailer ABS technology that monitors wheel speed, responds to traction loss, and delivers stable, controlled braking with trailer-specific design.
• Industrial E-coating and Coating Services Largest non-captive e-coating tank in North America, offering de-rusting, pickling, E-coating, powder coating, top coating, and CARC coatings to industrial customers including defense (GM Defense ISV chassis).

Quantifiable outcome

• Producing over 3,000 RV and trailer axles daily
• +8 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments10 records

Ideal customer profiles4 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 and notable.

• Continental TrailerscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 30 March 2026Lippert announced a new supply arrangement with Continental Trailers to supply marine trailer axles across Continental's lineup, reinforcing both companies' commitment to American manufacturing.
• GM DefensenotableStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026GM Defense and HMS brought the ISV chassis to Lippert's Plant 72 for E-coating and topcoating services. The GM Defense engineers had very specific requirements for running the units through Lippert's coating system.
• LeveltroncoreOthers · 13 October 2025Lippert Components, a subsidiary of LCI Industries, acquired Bigfoot Hydraulic Systems from Leveltron, a provider of hydraulic leveling and landing gear systems for RVs, trailers, and other markets. The acquisition aims to expand Lippert's product offerings and distribution network.

Scale indicators21 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Patrick Industries: Patrick Industries is a direct peer, operating as a diversified component supplier to the RV, marine, powersports, and industrial markets with a comparable house-of-brands model. Both companies serve overlapping OEM customers in the Elkhart, Indiana corridor with similar chassis, cabinetry, and component offerings.
• Truma: Truma is a direct peer supplying heating, air conditioning, water heating, and gas systems to RV and caravan OEMs globally. Both companies compete on comfort and utility systems installed into European and North American RVs.
• ASA Electronics: ASA Electronics is a direct peer in RV and specialty vehicle electronics, audio, video, and control systems. It overlaps with Lippert's OneControl connected RV platform and Furrion's electronics offerings.
• Dexter Axle: Dexter Axle is a direct peer in trailer axles, brakes, and suspension components for RV, marine, utility, and cargo trailers. Lippert produces 3,000+ axles daily into the same OEM customer base, making Dexter its closest functional competitor in the axle category.
• Airxcel: Airxcel is a direct peer consisting of RV-focused brands (Suburban, Atwood, Maxxair, Ventline) supplying heating, cooking, ventilation, and cooling products. It competes with several Lippert sub-brands (Furrion, Girard, Greystone) in the same RV appliance and HVAC categories.
• Dometic Group: Dometic is a direct peer in RV and marine climate control, refrigeration, cooking, and sanitation systems. Lippert's Furrion, Everchill, Greystone, and Girard sub-brands overlap meaningfully with Dometic's product categories and OEM customers.

Broad incumbents

• THOR Industries: THOR Industries is a broad incumbent and a major Lippert OEM customer, the largest RV manufacturer in North America. As a vertically integrated customer rather than competitor, THOR is highly relevant for understanding Lippert's revenue concentration risk and pricing dynamics.
• Winnebago Industries: Winnebago Industries is a broad incumbent and another key Lippert OEM customer across motorized and towable RVs, plus marine. As a customer, Winnebago's verticalization decisions and sourcing strategy directly affect Lippert's growth runway.
• REV Group: REV Group is a broad incumbent in specialty vehicles, including ambulances, fire trucks, RVs, and commercial buses, with Freedman Seating (now a Lippert brand) serving as a supplier into REV's transit bus platforms. REV is a relevant comparator for Lippert's growing commercial transit and specialty vehicle presence.

Others

• CURT Manufacturing (reference subsidiary): CURT is a wholly owned Lippert sub-brand, listed here to anchor the relevant competitive set: its direct competitors in aftermarket towing include B&W Trailer Hitches, Draw-Tite, and Reese (Horizon Global). These towing accessory specialists are partial peers because they compete with CURT for the same dealer shelf space and consumer wallet.

Market position

Strengths1 record

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries15 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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