TPI January 2014

business & market news

Atkore acquires assets Atkore International Inc has entered into two definitive agreements.

Ridgeline Pipe employs nearly 100 full-time and temporary workers at its facility in Eugene, Oregon, which also has the capability to operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Heritage Plastics Central, Inc in Weatherford, Texas; and Heritage Plastics West, Inc in Milford, Utah.

The first is to acquire the assets of the Heritage Group of companies (Heritage Plastics), a US manufacturer of PVC conduit, fittings, elbows and plumbing pipe products. The second is to acquire the assets of Ridgeline Pipe Manufacturing, a US manufacturer of electrical PVC conduit, fittings, elbows and irrigation pressure and sewer/drain pipe products. “We’re committed to expanding our core capabilities in conduit by becoming the leader within the PVC industry – as first evidenced by the recent appointment of Bill Waltz as president of our plastic pipe and conduit business,” said John Williamson, president and chief executive officer of Atkore International. “The acquisition of Heritage Plastics complements our existing PVC product portfolio, expands our market presence nationwide, and enhances the total suite of value-added solutions for our electrical raceway customers.” In total, the Heritage Group employs nearly 300 employees across its locations: Heritage Plastics, Inc in Carrollton, Ohio, and Tampa, Florida;

All facilities have capabilities to operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

The Ridgeline Pipe facility will continue operations at its current location.

Charles McCort, founder and co-owner of Heritage Plastics, commented, “We have grown as a market leader through our entrepreneurial spirit and industry experience, which has been recognised and rewarded. We are proud of our company’s accomplishments to date and look forward to participating in the future growth of the plastic pipe and conduit business at Atkore.” All facilities of the Heritage Group of companies will continue operating at their current locations. “We’re excited about the acquisition of Ridgeline, which expands our PVC product portfolio,” commented Bill Waltz, president of Atkore’s plastic pipe and conduit business unit. customer relationships, focus on service and market presence in the Northwest complement Atkore’s capabilities and enhances our ability to deliver comprehensive electrical raceway solutions nationwide.” “Ridgeline’s strong

Mike Stickel, CEO of Ridgeline, commented, “Atkore is a strong company with a commitment to being a leader in the PVC market. We’re pleased Ridgeline’s contributions will help Atkore achieve this strategic growth opportunity.” Atkore International is a manufacturer of galvanised steel tubes and pipes, electrical conduit, armoured wire and cable, metal framing systems and building components, serving a wide range of construction, electrical, fire and security, mechanical and automotive applications.

atkore International Inc – USA questions@atkore.com www.atkore.com

Heritage Group – USA www.heritageplastics.com

ridgeline Pipe Manufacturing – USA www.ridgelinepipe.com

DylanGroup expands UK operations DylanGroup, a European provider of steel pipe, fittings, flanges, valves and bar, has expanded its operations in the UK after opening a new 12,500ft 2 warehouse in addition to its existing facilities in Rugby, UK. are proud to announce that we now carry a full range of carbon steel pipe, fittings and flanges through the range from ¼" to 24". This stock will allow us to offer an even higher level of service to our clients.”

in Europe, including Europoort, The Netherlands; Ruhr, Germany; Antwerp, Belgium; northern France; and northern Spain. Worldwide delivery was the logical next step. The markets in the Middle East, the Far East, and Central and South America have become well-known territory for Dylan, with subsidiaries in Abu Dhabi, Singapore and Shanghai, and a network of agents worldwide.

DylanGroup established more than thirty years ago, initially starting as a small trading company focused on the domestic market in The Netherlands. Expansion of the organisation in nearby European countries at strategic locations soon became necessary to meet the client demand. This created a connection between important industrial areas was

Managing director Graham Smith explained, “We have carried a basic stock of flanges and fittings in the UK for a number of years, predominantly used to service the MRO contracts that we hold with BP, Exxon and Total; but with ever-increasing demand for our materials from a growing customer base, we took a decision to dramatically increase our stock and

dylanuK ltd – UK dylanuk@dylangroup.com www.dylangroup.com

16

Tube ProducTs InTernaTIonal January 2014

www.read-tpi.com