NWPX Infrastructure
- Company typePublic
- Founded1966
- HeadquartersVancouver, United States
- Headcount1,001–5,000
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
NWPX Infrastructure firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- NWPX Infrastructure
- Legal name
- NWPX Infrastructure, Inc.
- Website
- https://nwpx.com
- Company type
- Public
- Founded year
- 1966
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1,001–5,000 employees
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
NWPX Infrastructure industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Water Infrastructure Manufacturing
- NAICS
- Iron and Steel Pipe and Tube Manufacturing from Purchased Steel (33121), Concrete Pipe Manufacturing (327332), Pump and Compressor Manufacturing (33391)
- SIC
- Steel Pipe & Tubes (3317), Pumps & Pumping Equipment (3561)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Water Conveyance Tunnels & Large-Diameter Pressure Mains (Long-Distance) (TLAGAHAI)
Keywords
Where NWPX Infrastructure is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Vancouver
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices15 records
Markets served
NWPX Infrastructure business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Water Transmission Systems (WTS): Sale of engineered steel water transmission pipe, spiralweld and straight-seam steel pipe, bar-wrapped concrete pipe, and trenchless casing pipe. The segment generated record backlog including confirmed orders of $430 million as of March 31, 2026. This is the company's primary revenue driver, representing the largest portion of net sales.
- Precast Infrastructure Products: Sale of precast concrete products including reinforced concrete pipe (RCP), manholes, box culverts, vaults, and specialty products. Also includes lined sanitary sewer systems and custom precast structures. Revenue increased with acquisition of Boughton's Precast in February 2026.
- Engineered Environmental Solutions: Sale of pre-engineered water management solutions including pump lift stations, water meter vaults, backflow preventers, stormwater interceptors, grease interceptors, and wastewater pretreatment systems manufactured under NWPX Park brand.
- Pipeline Rehabilitation Services: Steel rehabilitation systems for concrete pressure or iron pipe systems through sliplining and relining methods, providing long-term infrastructure solutions.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | Custom infrastructure products - quote-based pricing |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels7 records
NWPX Infrastructure product offering
Product offeringCore offering
NWPX Infrastructure manufactures engineered water transmission pipe systems, precast concrete infrastructure products, and packaged water management solutions across 14 facilities in North America. The company produces spiralweld and straight-seam steel pipe, bar-wrapped concrete pressure pipe, reinforced concrete pipe, manholes, box culverts, vaults, trenchless steel casing pipe with patented Permalok joints, and pre-engineered water distribution, wastewater pretreatment, and stormwater quality systems under its three sub-brands (Northwest Pipe Company, NWPX Geneva, NWPX Park).
Product overview
NWPX Infrastructure operates as a diversified water infrastructure manufacturer with three primary sub-brands: Northwest Pipe Company (engineered steel water transmission pipe and trenchless solutions), NWPX Geneva (precast concrete pipe and utilities), and NWPX Park (pre-engineered water management, wastewater pretreatment, and stormwater quality systems). The product portfolio encompasses engineered steel water transmission pipe with spiral and straight-seam manufacturing, the patented InfraShield geohazard-resistant joint system, Permalok interlocking steel casing pipe product line including the award-winning HDD Joint and patent-pending Radial Bending Joint technology, reinforced concrete pipe and precast structures, and comprehensive packaged systems for water distribution, wastewater pretreatment, and stormwater management. Products range from large-diameter transmission pipe to pre-engineered pump stations, interceptors, and separators, serving municipalities, water authorities, and contractors across water transmission, utilities, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure applications.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Northwest Pipe Company: Leading manufacturer of engineered steel pipe in North America producing spiralweld, rolled-and-welded straight seam, and custom pipe for water transmission, including Permalok steel casing pipe with integrated interlocking joints
- NWPX Geneva
- NWPX Park
- Permalok
- InfraShield Joint System
- HydroRecycle
Products and services
- Engineered Water Transmission Pipe Custom-manufactured water transmission pipe systems including spiralweld steel pipe, straight-seam steel pipe, and bar-wrapped concrete pipe in all lengths and diameters for high- to low-pressure water transmission applications. For municipal water utilities and regional water authorities.
- InfraShield Joint System Patented Geohazard Resistant Steel Pipe (GRSP) solution designed to strengthen the resilience of steel pipelines in geologically vulnerable areas without gasketed joints. Features strain-based design that absorbs deformation from differential settlement or seismic activity. For municipal water authorities and engineers in seismically active regions.
- Permalok Steel Casing Pipe Steel casing pipe with patented mechanical press-fit interlocking connections for trenchless installation applications including Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD), Direct Pipe, Pipe Ramming, and Microtunneling. Eliminates time-intensive field butt welds for faster installation. For contractors performing trenchless installations under waterways, roads, and urban infrastructure.
- Permalok Radial Bending Joint (RBJ) Patent-pending joint technology enabling steel pipe installation along a curved radius in microtunneling applications. First-of-its-kind innovation in the industry allowing curved steel microtunneling installations while maintaining structural integrity. For contractors executing microtunneling projects with curved alignment requirements.
- Permalok HDD Joint Weld-free, zero string-out interlocking joint for Horizontal Directional Drilling operations allowing cartridge-fed pipe installation from the launch rig. Eliminates pipe string-out and field welding on the exit side, reducing footprint and accelerating installation. Winner of the 2025 NASTT Abbott Innovation Award. For contractors performing HDD installations in constrained urban environments.
- Pipeline Rehabilitation Systems Steel cylinder-based rehabilitation solutions for concrete pressure or iron pipe systems including Sliplining and Relining methods providing 100+ year internal burst strength for trenchless pipeline rehabilitation. Provides equal to or greater than maximum allowable operating pressure of the host pipe. For municipalities and contractors rehabilitating aging water and wastewater pipelines.
- Reinforced Concrete Pipe (RCP) Concrete pipe combining the compressive strength of concrete with the tensile strength of steel cages, available in sizes 12" through 96". For water transmission, sanitary sewer systems, and stormwater drainage applications. Sold to contractors, engineers, and municipalities.
- Precast Manholes Precast concrete manholes available in sizes 48" to 120" for sanitary sewer and storm drain systems with customizable load requirements for highway, aircraft, and railroad specifications. For contractors, engineers, and municipalities.
- Lined Sanitary Sewer Systems Corrosion-resistant lined products for new and existing concrete wastewater infrastructure including Hybrid PVC Manhole System, Perfect Lined Manhole System, Composite FRP Rehab Panels, and HDPE-Lined RCP designed for 100+ year design life. For contractors, engineers, and municipalities building or rehabilitating sanitary sewer systems.
- Box Culverts Precast concrete box culverts for watercourse crossings, stormwater management, road crossings for vehicles/railways/utilities, and wildlife passages. For contractors, departments of transportation, and municipalities.
- Precast Vaults Custom-manufactured precast concrete vaults for underground utility, electrical, gas, steam, water, and fiber optic systems, plus vault products for water meters, backflow prevention, pump lift stations, and interceptors. For contractors, utilities, and developers.
- Water Meters and Meter Vaults Commercial water meters with automatic meter reading technology, two-way wireless communication for real-time monitoring, leak detection, and remote shut-off valve capabilities. Packaged water meter vaults for municipalities and commercial water systems.
- Backflow Prevention Assemblies Backflow prevention assemblies protecting potable water distribution pipes from contamination or pollution by ensuring one-directional water flow. For municipalities, commercial properties, and industrial facilities requiring safe drinking water protection.
- Packaged Pump Lift Stations Comprehensive packaged pump lift stations including wet well structure, pumps, piping, valves, and automated controls for moving wastewater, stormwater, or process fluids from lower to higher elevation. For municipalities, developers, and commercial/industrial facilities.
Quantifiable outcome
- 19.1% year-over-year revenue growth in Q1 2026
- +5 more outcomes
Companies that use NWPX Infrastructure
Customer profileNamed customers6 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
NWPX Infrastructure technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature7 records
NWPX Infrastructure partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Six partnerships are on record, tiered supporting and core.
- Hazen and SawyersupportingEngineering design firm that designed the New Jersey Pleasure Bay microtunneling project where NWPX's Permalok Radial Bending Joint technology was first installed. Provides technical engineering design for infrastructure projects utilizing NWPX products.
- Northeast Remsco ConstructionsupportingConstruction contractor that performed the first field installation of Permalok Radial Bending Joint technology beneath New Jersey's Pleasure Bay for the Two Rivers Water Reclamation Authority.
- Boughton's PrecastcoreFamily-owned precast concrete manufacturer acquired February 23, 2026, based in Pueblo, Colorado. Provides strategic beachhead in Mountain States region and expands NWPX precast manufacturing capabilities. Third acquisition in just over six years.
- Tampa Bay WatercoreRegional water utility managing the South Hillsborough Pipeline project in Florida where NWPX's Permalok Radial Bending Joint technology was first commercially deployed. Project delivers up to 65 million gallons of water daily.
- KiewetcorePrime contractor for the Champlain Hudson Power Express project where NWPX supplied 10,400 feet of Permalok HDD pipe for East River crossing. Kiewet selected Permalok technology to address space constraints in dense urban environment.
- MichelscoreTrenchless subcontractor for the East River HDD crossing of Champlain Hudson Power Express. Collaborated with NWPX on Permalok HDD joint testing at Michels facility in Wisconsin. Utilized Permalok weld-free technology to enable installation in constrained urban environment with no pipe string-out feasible.
Scale indicators18 records
Recent moves8 records
Expansion highlights6 records
NWPX Infrastructure competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Pentair: Water treatment and flow products company with municipal and industrial exposure. Broad incumbent competing in select NWPX Park water management and pretreatment categories.
- Xylem: Global water technology company providing pumps, treatment, and metering solutions. Adjacent competition through its pump lift station and smart metering offerings versus NWPX Park.
- Mueller Water Products: Broad water infrastructure portfolio including iron gate valves, hydrants, pipe, and smart water products. Overlaps with NWPX in municipal water distribution and engineered water management.
Emerging players
- Badger Meter: Manufacturer of flow measurement and smart water metering solutions used by utilities. Directly comparable to NWPX Park's smart water meter vault and AMR product line.
- Itron: Smart water and energy network technology provider including AMI metering and analytics. Overlaps with NWPX Park's two-way wireless metering and remote shutoff valve capabilities.
Direct peers
- Oldcastle Infrastructure (CRH plc): National precast concrete and stormwater management product manufacturer within CRH's Building Solutions division. Competes directly with NWPX in reinforced concrete pipe, manholes, vaults, and stormwater quality products.
- Forterra: Largest U.S. manufacturer of concrete pipe and precast products for water, sewer, and stormwater applications. Direct competitor to NWPX Geneva and Boughton's Precast across municipal infrastructure projects.
- Advanced Drainage Systems: Leading manufacturer of water management products including corrugated HDPE pipe, stormwater chambers, and water quality units. Competes with NWPX Park in stormwater and drainage infrastructure.
- Thompson Pipe Group: Manufacturer of engineered steel and concrete pressure pipe for water transmission, penstocks, and trenchless applications. Closest direct competitor to Northwest Pipe Company's engineered steel water transmission business.
- Rinker Materials (Quikrete): Major North American producer of concrete pipe, storm and sanitary sewer products, and precast structures. Competes with NWPX Geneva across municipal and highway drainage projects.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat6 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
NWPX Infrastructure social profiles
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Trust signalCompliance5 records
NWPX Infrastructure financial estimates
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NWPX Infrastructure leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles7 records
NWPX Infrastructure subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries6 records
NWPX Infrastructure funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
NWPX Infrastructure M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A1 record
Investments
M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Frequently asked questions about NWPX Infrastructure
What does NWPX Infrastructure do?
NWPX Infrastructure manufactures engineered water transmission pipe systems, precast concrete infrastructure products, and packaged water management solutions across 14 facilities in North America. The company produces spiralweld and straight-seam steel pipe, bar-wrapped concrete pressure pipe, reinforced concrete pipe, manholes, box culverts, vaults, trenchless steel casing pipe with patented Permalok joints, and pre-engineered water distribution, wastewater pretreatment, and stormwater quality systems under its three sub-brands (Northwest Pipe Company, NWPX Geneva, NWPX Park).
Is NWPX Infrastructure a public or private company?
NWPX Infrastructure is a public company. It is classified as public and is currently operating.
When was NWPX Infrastructure founded?
NWPX Infrastructure was founded in 1966. It employs 1,001 to 5,000 people.
Where is NWPX Infrastructure based?
NWPX Infrastructure is headquartered in Vancouver, United States, in the North America region.
How does NWPX Infrastructure make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Water Transmission Systems (WTS) is the primary driver. The others are precast Infrastructure Products, engineered Environmental Solutions and pipeline Rehabilitation Services.
Who are NWPX Infrastructure's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Pentair, Xylem and Mueller Water Products. Emerging players are Badger Meter and Itron. Direct peers are Oldcastle Infrastructure (CRH plc), Forterra, Advanced Drainage Systems, Thompson Pipe Group and Rinker Materials (Quikrete).
Does NWPX Infrastructure have an API?
No public API is recorded for NWPX Infrastructure.
What industry is NWPX Infrastructure in?
NWPX Infrastructure's product category is Water Infrastructure Manufacturing. Its primary akta.pro industry code is TLAGAHAI, Water Conveyance Tunnels & Large-Diameter Pressure Mains (Long-Distance). Its NAICS code is 33121 and its SIC code is 3317.