WL Plastics
Platinum Sponsor
WL Plastics, headquartered near Dallas, Texas, is a premier manufacturer of high-density polyethylene pipe products. Specializing in producing durable, long-lasting piping, they cater to industries such as oil and gas, potable water, wastewater, mining, industrial and telecommunications. Their products are designed to withstand harsh environments and offer solutions for water distribution, energy infrastructure, and industrial fluid handling. WL Plastics is recognized for its commitment to quality, offering reliable piping systems that meet stringent industry standards across North America. Josh Cottle and the sales team are hosting Poly Feud on Thursday evening after dinner.
Strongbridge LLC
Platinum Sponsor
Strongbridge International, based in Jacksonville, Florida, is a leading manufacturer of high-quality HDPE (high-density polyethylene) fittings for industrial and municipal applications. Their products are used in a variety of markets, including oil and gas, water supply, wastewater treatment, and industrial piping systems. With a focus on innovation and quality, Strongbridge International provides reliable and durable solutions to meet the demanding needs of their clients. John Williams and his sales team are sponsoring Showcase Hall, the foosball table and the Italian Wine Challenge dinner.
Pipeline Plastics
Platinum Sponsor
Pipeline Plastics, based in Dallas, Texas, is a leading manufacturer of high-quality plastic pipe for a variety of applications. Their products are used in a wide range of industries, including oil and gas, water supply, wastewater treatment, and industrial processes. With a focus on innovation and customer satisfaction, Pipeline Plastics provides reliable and durable solutions to meet the demanding needs of their clients. Mike Leathers is hosting the Showcase dinner on Thursday night following the McElroy reception.
McElroy Manufacturing
Gold Sponsor
McElroy Manufacturing, a Tulsa-based company, is a leading manufacturer of HDPE pipe butt fusion machines. Their products are essential for joining polyethylene pipes, widely used in various industries like water supply, gas distribution, and industrial applications. McElroy offers a range of machines, from portable to industrial-sized, to cater to different project needs. Known for their reliability and efficiency, their machines play a crucial role in infrastructure development worldwide. Jason Penland and Vince King are hosting the reception held at the top of the mountain on Thursday evening.
Integrity Fusion
Gold Sponsor
Integrity Fusion Products is the manufacturer of the IntegriFuse brand of HDPE – fittings and equipment which are sold solely through its distribution partners. They are eager to be your one stop source for HDPE fittings by offering innovative solutions, industry exclusive options, a large product offering and a customer service experience that is second to none. Jeff Humes and his sales team are hosting the Tequila Taco Takeover dinner on Wednesday night.
Harco Fittings
Gold Sponsor
Harco Fittings manufactures durable pipe fittings for the irrigation, waterworks, and agriculture industries. They specialize in HDPE fittings, including restraints, couplings, and adapters. Harco’s competitive edge lies in their high-quality engineering, diverse product line, and custom solutions tailored for specific applications, ensuring reliability and longevity in challenging environments. Harco is hosting the plenary lunch on Thursday, the premier day of PE Showcase ’24.
Infra Pipe Solutions
Gold Sponsor
InfraPipe Solutions, based in New Jersey, produces high-density polyethylene (HDPE) pipe systems for industries like mining, energy, and municipal infrastructure. Their products include large-diameter pipes and custom pipe solutions known for durability, corrosion resistance, and flexibility in extreme conditions. InfraPipe’s competitive edge is their focus on sustainable, long-lasting solutions and expertise in complex project demands. Dan O’Connor and his team are hosting the raffle which benefits Engineers Without Borders.
AGRU
Event Sponsor
AGRU America offers a complete set of pipe and fittings systems with a range of products for one-stop shopping. All components are designed to fit perfectly with one another and are made of robust PE 100, PE 100-RC, and PE 4710 for use in gas, water and wastewater applications. Decades of product optimization have turned AGRU’s pipe and fittings systems into a highly perfected and cost-effective piping system. Their ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 registered production facilities are emblematic of AGRU’s ongoing commitment to quality and sustainability in the manufacture of these piping products. AGRU is sponsoring the municipal speakers that are participating in this year’s event.
American AVK
Event Sponsor
American AVK is a leading U.S. manufacturer of gate valves, fire hydrants, and accessories for the water, wastewater, fire protection and irrigation industries. Their products are used and appreciated by utilities throughout North America, South America, Central America, and the Caribbean. AVK was one of the first valve manufacturers in the world to develop and design the Resilient Seated Gate Valve. One of their most popular products in the HDPE market is the series 66 seated gate valve with HDPE pup ends. Mark Tompkins will be on hand in Showcase Hall to talk all things HDPE and AVK.
Footage Tools
Event Sponsor
Footage Tools has solidified its presence as a market leader in underground infrastructure tools, with its squeeze-off tools as a cornerstone, perfected with over 40 years of continuous improvement. Footage Tools’ reputation for being strong, safe, reliable and long-lasting quality tools proliferates through the industry. This year everyone will receive a YETI mini mug courtesy of the Footage Tools event sponsorship. Ben Ferguson will be on hand in Showcase Hall sharing his knowledge of his squeeze and tapping tools.
GF Piping
Event Sponsor
GF Piping Systems is a global leader in the production of safe and reliable piping systems for a range of applications across many different industries. Reliable piping systems are essential for the safe transport of water, chemicals and gases. GF Piping Systems produces piping systems and system solutions for a wide range of applications across many different industries and they are available in various materials and cover a broad spectrum of operating temperatures, dimensions and pressures. Thanks to GF the food and drink during all afternoon breaks is sponsored! Andy Carr and his team will be on hand throughout the conference. You can also find them at their booth in Showcase Hall.
ICONIX
Event Sponsor
Iconix Waterworks is a leading distributor of HDPE pipe, fittings, and equipment, serving diverse markets where pipelines are essential. Operating across Canadian provinces, California, Oregon, and Washington, they specialize in high-quality HDPE solutions for industries like waterworks, agriculture, and infrastructure. Their expertise ensures reliable, durable products for demanding applications across North America. Iconix is sponsoring Engineers Without Borders the project that the Alliance is working on to bring water to a tribal village in a mountain region of Peru.
Improved Piping Products, Inc.
Event Sponsor
San Antonio based Improved Piping Products (IPP) was the first U.S.-based company to provide a convoluted flange design, marketed as IPP Deltaflex®, and now carries straight-line pipe fittings of all sizes. IPP has been designing, manufacturing and distributing superior, quality-tested HDPE fittings and backing rings for over 40 years. IPP is the most trusted name in the industry, having helped thousands of customers worldwide reduce costs and increase the performance and safety of their flanging systems. Deron Zeppelin is the sponsor of the food and drink at the morning breaks all conference long!
ITS
Event Sponsor
ITS is well established in the renewable energy sector and offers complete cable management services for the MV AC collection on solar and wind projects. This includes terminations, setting junction boxes, underground splices, HDD bores, and cable installation. Our equipment fleet can service projects in all types of ground conditions including, rock sawing, wet rice fields, and hard glacial tills. With specialized sand hoppers, cables are protected when installed and remain in a trefoil conditions. ITS can plow multiple circuits with up to 24” separation and can achieve 7 feet of cover on AC/ DC crossings. Justus Vogler is the ITS General Manager and he will be on hand in Showcase Hall with his exhibit.
Milford
Event Sponsor
Milford has been a distributor of polyethylene pipe for over 40 years, currently stocking and selling 1/2″ through 65″ poly pipe across the United States. HDPE is the ideal choice for Water/Wastewater, Industrial, Oil & Gas gatherings, and Geothermal applications. HDPE pipe is extraordinarily strong, durable, flexible, corrosion free and chemical resistant, making it perfect for a variety of underground conditions with a lifespan up to 100 years. Michael Harris and the Milford team are event sponsors at Showcase assisting the Alliance with their signage in Showcase Hall.
Modern Polymer Pipe & Extrusions
Event Sponsor
Modern Polymer Pipe & Extrusions is a leading provider of high-performance HDPE 4710 Poly Pipe. Their in-house laboratory capabilities and ISO 9001 quality management system ensure products meet the highest quality standards. They also offer plastic profile extrusion of a wide variety of shapes and sizes utilizing a broad range of plastic feedstock and packaging and blending services to our customers. Their world class 300,000+ sq. ft. manufacturing and logistics facility with intermodal access is centrally located near Houston, Texas, in the heart of the U.S. petrochemical industry. Robert Alvarado and his sales team are hosting the breakfast service in Showcase Hall on Thursday and Friday mornings.
R&L Manufacturing
Event Sponsor
R&L Manufacturing, based in Washington state specializes in producing bead removal tools for HDPE pipes. Their patented BeadTrimmer™ line is designed to remove internal and external fusion beads from HDPE pipes improving flow efficiency. Their products include hand-operated and pneumatic models that accommodate pipe sizes ranging from 3″ to 65″, used in industries such as waterworks, mining, and conduit systems. Both Jesse and Sean Salsberry will be on hand in Showcase hall. They are sponsoring the Engineers Without Borders raffle for the third year in a row.
Sovereign Pipe Technologies
Event Sponsor
Citizen Potawatomi Nation recently founded Sovereign Pipe Technologies, a tribal-run manufacturing facility in Oklahoma. Sovereign Pipe Technologies is now operating out of a 45,000-square-foot plant that employs over 40 people. Sovereign Pipe makes HDPE piping for various industries. Their team manufactures and delivers exceptional products to the most valuable pipe sectors in the country. Jeremy Hohn represents Sovereign and will be on hand at Showcase.
Tex-Trude
Event Sponsor
Tex-Trude is a Texas-based manufacturer specializing in the production of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) pipe. Known for its quality and durability, Tex-Trude’s HDPE pipes are widely used in various applications, including water transmission, gas distribution, and wastewater systems. With a focus on innovation and customer satisfaction, Tex-Trude has established itself as a leading player in the HDPE pipe industry. Tex-Trude is sponsoring our internet this year and Casen Doppenschmidt will be on hand in Phoenix.
ITS
POC:
Our one-pass trenching solution combines a unique winch and plow system designed to expedite trenching and backfill activities. The strongest mobile winch vehicle in the world anchors in the ground and winches the plow along the Right-Of-Way. With a rubber track and high ground clearance the winch can navigate difficult terrain. The plow maintains independent control of each wheel and uses a drawbar to ensure constant laying depth. Equipped with GPS functionality for as-built development during installation, the plow also has variable chute designs to support the installation of almost any utility.
Hymax a Mueller Brand
HYMAX GRIP® reliably joins and restrains a wide range of piping types and diameters with unmatched ease.
NUPI Americas
Event Sponsor
Nupi manufactures piping systems for plumbing. The primary goal of Nupi Industrie Italiane S.p.A. corporate strategy is not only the production of systems that meet performance requirements and compliance with the use for which they are intended, but above all general customer satisfaction.
ROBAR Industries
Event Sponsor
As a leading coupling manufacturer, Robar Industries has been designing and producing a wide variety of cast and fabricated fittings for municipal distribution of water and wastewater for over 60 years. Robar’s foundry creates parts primarily for the waterworks and piping industries. Some of our key products and services include: Couplings, Repair Clamps, Tapping Sleeves, Service Saddles and Expansion Joints
Teel
Event Sponsor
Teel Plastics has been producing pipe for demanding applications for over a decade. We provide products to a number of markets using polyethylene, polyamide, and engineering grade resins. Our industrial pipe products are produced in Baraboo, Wisconsin in the heart of the Midwest in a newly renovated facility. We focus on producing high quality parts at the best total value and have been ISO 9001 certified for manufacturing operations for over twenty years. We also carry ISO 13485 certification for our quality system, which is a risk-focused requirement typically used in the medical device space. In addition, we have an independent lab in-house to support our operations that carries ISO 17025 certification for analytical testing and quality control work to ensure reliability in our data.
