History
“We may not be able to solve all of our problems overnight, but if we all make up our minds, we are going to do the right from day to day as we are given to see the right, everything will work out satisfactorily in the end.”
J. R. McWane, Founder
Milestones
A century of building infrastructure
J. R. McWane Becomes General Manager of a Cast Iron Company
In 1908, J. R. McWane became General Manager of a cast iron company and by 1915 had risen to President, all while establishing innovations in the industry along with worker welfare initiatives. He not only grew the business, but he was also known as a leader in employee relations.
J. R. McWane Becomes General Manager of a Cast Iron Company
In 1908, J. R. McWane became General Manager of a cast iron company and by 1915 had risen to President, all while establishing innovations in the industry along with worker welfare initiatives. He not only grew the business, but he was also known as a leader in employee relations.
Introducing McWane Cast Iron Pipe Company
In 1921, J. R. McWane left and began another new venture, the McWane Cast Iron Pipe Company. As America grew, so did the need to supply flourishing cities with clean water and to remove waste safely. As a result, McWane was able to grow his business.
Introducing McWane Cast Iron Pipe Company
In 1921, J. R. McWane left and began another new venture, the McWane Cast Iron Pipe Company. As America grew, so did the need to supply flourishing cities with clean water and to remove waste safely. As a result, McWane was able to grow his business.
Expansion to Provo, Utah
McWane expanded operations from Birmingham to include a second facility in Provo, Utah, called the Pacific States Cast Iron Pipe Company.
Expansion to Provo, Utah
McWane expanded operations from Birmingham to include a second facility in Provo, Utah, called the Pacific States Cast Iron Pipe Company.
William (Bill) McWane Becomes President
Following J. R. McWane’s death, his son William (Bill) McWane became president, maintaining and guiding operations through the challenges of the 1930s and the World War II era.
William (Bill) McWane Becomes President
Following J. R. McWane’s death, his son William (Bill) McWane became president, maintaining and guiding operations through the challenges of the 1930s and the World War II era.
Acquisition of Empire Coke Company
McWane acquired the Empire Coke Company, broadening the company’s industrial operations.
Acquisition of Empire Coke Company
McWane acquired the Empire Coke Company, broadening the company’s industrial operations.
James (Jim) Ransom McWane Becomes President
James (Jim) Ransom McWane became president, ushering in a new era of growth and acquisition for the family business.
James (Jim) Ransom McWane Becomes President
James (Jim) Ransom McWane became president, ushering in a new era of growth and acquisition for the family business.
Chairman and CEO; New Acquisitions
Jim McWane became chairman and CEO. The company purchased the Atlantic States Cast Iron Pipe Company in New Jersey and acquired the Union Foundry Company in Alabama.
Chairman and CEO; New Acquisitions
Jim McWane became chairman and CEO. The company purchased the Atlantic States Cast Iron Pipe Company in New Jersey and acquired the Union Foundry Company in Alabama.
Expansion into Valves and Water Systems
McWane expanded with the addition of M&H Valve Company, Clow Water Systems and Clow Valve Company, followed by the acquisition of Kennedy Valve Company in 1988.
Expansion into Valves and Water Systems
McWane expanded with the addition of M&H Valve Company, Clow Water Systems and Clow Valve Company, followed by the acquisition of Kennedy Valve Company in 1988.
Entering the Canadian Market
McWane entered the Canadian market with the acquisition of Canada Pipe Company in Hamilton, Ontario.
Entering the Canadian Market
McWane entered the Canadian market with the acquisition of Canada Pipe Company in Hamilton, Ontario.
Clow Canada Established
McWane established Clow Canada in St. John, New Brunswick, further growing its Canadian presence.
Clow Canada Established
McWane established Clow Canada in St. John, New Brunswick, further growing its Canadian presence.
A Wave of Strategic Acquisitions
McWane acquired Tyler Pipe & Coupling, Anaco, the Bibby companies, Manchester Tank & Equipment Company and Amerex Corporation, significantly broadening its product portfolio.
A Wave of Strategic Acquisitions
McWane acquired Tyler Pipe & Coupling, Anaco, the Bibby companies, Manchester Tank & Equipment Company and Amerex Corporation, significantly broadening its product portfolio.
McWane Poles Announced
McWane announced McWane Poles, entering the electric utility industry with composite and steel utility pole solutions.
McWane Poles Announced
McWane announced McWane Poles, entering the electric utility industry with composite and steel utility pole solutions.
The McWane Ductile Brand
McWane unified its ductile iron pipe companies under a single brand: McWane Ductile.
The McWane Ductile Brand
McWane unified its ductile iron pipe companies under a single brand: McWane Ductile.
Forming McWane Plant and Industrial
Waterman, Clear Water Manufacturing and Alabama Dynamics joined together to form McWane Plant and Industrial (MPI).
Forming McWane Plant and Industrial
Waterman, Clear Water Manufacturing and Alabama Dynamics joined together to form McWane Plant and Industrial (MPI).
Acquisition of Ditech Testing
McWane acquired Ditech Testing, expanding its capabilities in the pressurized vessel industry.
Acquisition of Ditech Testing
McWane acquired Ditech Testing, expanding its capabilities in the pressurized vessel industry.
Today, McWane is led by President Will McWane and Chairman Phillip McWane.
The company manufactures products in more than 25 facilities throughout North America and around the world. As a family owned and operated company, McWane strongly believes in contributing to the communities in which we operate. In addition to preserving and creating thousands of American jobs and contributing millions of tax dollars to the U.S. economy, McWane invests significantly in meeting the highest standards of health, safety and environmental excellence.
While looking to the future, McWane takes pride in its past, certain in the knowledge that an industry so important to our nation’s history remains a vital part of America’s future.