Automated drycast facility significantly
enhances production to meet growing demand
VANCOUVER, Wash., March 19,
2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Northwest Pipe Company
(Nasdaq: NWPX), a leading manufacturer of water-related
infrastructure, has launched full-scale operations at its new
precast pipe and manhole production facility in Salt Lake City, Utah, to support growing
regional demand. The plant is now actively producing and shipping
high-quality reinforce concrete pipe.
Housed in a new 41,000-square-foot building at Geneva Pipe and
Precast, the facility features the Exact 2500, a cutting-edge,
fully automated drycast concrete production system by
Schlüsselbauer Technology. The plant also integrates an MBK Cage
Welding Machine, an Advanced Concrete Technologies Batch Plant, and
a fully automated Transexact Crane, creating a seamless and highly
efficient manufacturing process.
"The demand for high-quality infrastructure products continue to
grow, and we are committed to expanding our precast manufacturing
capabilities," said Scott
Montross, President and CEO of Northwest Pipe Company.
"The Exact 2500 is one of the most efficient drycast concrete pipe
production plants in the North
America, enabling us to scale production while improving
quality, efficiency, and reliability for our customers."
A New Standard in Automated Manufacturing
The Exact 2500 system significantly increases production
capacity with fewer operators. Unlike traditional methods, this
automated system enables rapid transitions between pipe sizes. Its
modular form system facilitates quick changeovers, minimizing
downtime and manual intervention. A centralized production
management system and fully automated pipe handling further
optimize efficiency, speed, and consistency.
Investing in Precast Infrastructure
Northwest Pipe Company continues to invest in its precast
division, reinforcing its commitment to innovation and long-term
growth. The Salt Lake City
facility builds on the Company's strategic expansion in
Utah's robust construction market.
Previously, the Company installed two Schlüsselbauer systems at its
Orem, Utah, plant: the Perfect
Base system for monolithic manhole bases and Perfect Pipe equipment
for concrete-plastic composite pipe.
With this latest investment, Northwest Pipe Company strengthens
its position as a leader in durable, high-quality infrastructure
solutions, delivering innovative products to meet the evolving
needs of the water and wastewater industry.
About Schlüsselbauer Technology - Schlüsselbauer is
a leading innovator in machinery construction based in
Gaspoltshofen, Austria. Since 1964
the company has developed, produced and assembled ready-to-use
machines for fully automated production of concrete pipes, pressure
and jacking pipes, and a variety of other concrete infrastructure
components for the global market. All are built to regional and
manufacturer-specific requirements. Their company philosophy is
"Technology for People" and is expressed by providing
state-of-the-art systems and highly automated solutions for our
customers in the concrete industry.
About Northwest Pipe Company – Founded in 1966,
Northwest Pipe Company is a leading manufacturer of water-related
infrastructure products. In addition to being the largest
manufacturer of engineered water transmission systems in
North America, the Company
manufactures stormwater and wastewater technology products;
high-quality precast and reinforced concrete products; pump lift
stations; steel casing pipe; bar-wrapped concrete cylinder pipe;
and one of the largest offerings of pipeline system joints,
fittings, and specialized components. Strategically positioned to
meet growing water and wastewater infrastructure needs, Northwest
Pipe Company provides solution-based products for a wide range of
markets under the ParkUSA, Geneva Pipe and Precast, Permalok®, and
Northwest Pipe Company lines. The Company's diverse team is
committed to quality and innovation while demonstrating its core
values of accountability, commitment, and teamwork. The Company is
headquartered in Vancouver,
Washington, and has 13 manufacturing facilities across
North America. Please visit
www.nwpipe.com for more information.
Contact:
Aaron
Wilkins
Chief Financial Officer
Northwest Pipe Company
360-397-6294 • awilkins@nwpipe.com
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