This section provides an overview for corrugated pipe as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 14 corrugated pipe manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked corrugated pipe companies as of November, 2024: 1.Lane Enterprises, Inc., 2.Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc., 3.TDR Pipe.
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Corrugated pipes are pipes that promote underground drainage through culvert drainage.
If a large amount of moisture remains in the ground, crops with growing roots cannot take in heat and air from the soil, which hinders their growth. Corrugated pipes have small holes in the wall of the pipe, and their role is to take in excess moisture from the ground. The water that permeates into the interior of the pipe flows through the pipe, creating a stream.
Drainage in farmlands and fields is handled by ditches, but corrugated pipes are used in areas away from ditches. Pipe diameters range from 50 mm to 150 mm, with polyethylene pipes being the most common. Piping connections are available with sockets or with sockets and caps.
Corrugated pipe is used for underground drainage around farmland, land, and gardens. Especially in farmland, after rain or excess watering, if water remains in the ground, it is difficult for crops to grow. In addition, water puddles not only in the ground but also above ground, exposing the roots of crops and causing root rot.
Corrugated pipes are therefore useful in wet and humid areas and in geological conditions that are difficult to drain. In particular, areas with a lot of low-lying land, such as Saga and Niigata prefectures, are heavily used for drainage.
Corrugated pipe's wavy pleats make it flexible and give a turbulent effect to the fluid. Its lightweight and high strength make it easy to handle and install. Another important feature of corrugated pipes is their low cost and long service life.
Corrugated pipe has fine holes and has excellent water collection and drainage properties, but it is sometimes used in combination with PVC pipe rather than on its own. This is because corrugated pipe is an excellent hydrophobic material, especially for crushed stone.
The corrugated pipe has the advantage of being easy to handle, but it is difficult to install in a home garden because it requires rough design drawings and deep digging in the ground.
The corrugated pipe comes in a variety of diameters. They are also available in a wide range of lengths, from 4m to 50m, allowing you to choose the length you need for your installation.
A corrugated pipe is characterized by its corrugated folds, but if the inside is corrugated, the liquid will not flow smoothly. There are products with a flattened inner surface that can solve this problem. This type is useful when you want to prevent clogging as much as possible.
The corrugated pipe comes in a great variety of diameters and lengths. They should be selected based on the area where they are planned to be installed, the expected drainage volume, and the depth at which they can be dug during installation.
When choosing a corrugated pipe, it is important not to mistake it for a product called Corrugated Tube, which is similar to corrugated pipe. Corrugated pipe is a product used to bundle wires, and although it is smaller than corrugated pipe, it is very similar in appearance.
Since the sizes and uses are very different, it is necessary to check carefully when considering the purchase of corrugated tubes through online shopping, etc.
When installing a corrugated pipe, first observe and survey the topography and soil conditions to determine the drainage destination. Next, the drainage route is determined, and a trench is dug with a slope to allow water to move smoothly toward the drainage destination. It is important to dig the trench to a depth of at least 30 cm to prevent exposure to hydrophobic material and loss of drainage capacity.
Once the hole has been dug sufficiently, large gravel, called crushed stone, is placed at the bottom and a corrugated pipe is installed. The area around the corrugated pipe is backfilled with hydrophobic material until it is completely hidden and then wrapped with a permeable sheet or non-woven fabric. The final step is to backfill the area with excavated soil, sand, or sand soil.
The final drainage destination is always to dig a hole in the underground permeable layer to ensure the flow of water after drainage.
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Contech Engineered Solutions, founded in 1986, is a manufacturer and provider of infrastructure solutions based in the United States. Specializing in engineering and manufacturing, the company serves many sectors, including transportation, stormwater management, and bridges. Their portfolio includes bridges, drainage, erosion control, and stormwater management products and more. Supporting every aspect of the customer's project, their extensive network of local experts can help, providing agency and regulatory guidance, engineering calculations, solution development, and installation support.
Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc., established in 1966, is a manufacturer and supplier specializing in water management solutions. Headquartered in the United Staes, the company serves a wide range of industries, including Construction, Agriculture, and Infrastructure. It offers a comprehensive product portfolio encompassing high-density polyethylene pipes, stormwater management systems, and water quality solutions. The company's solutions play a role in sustainable drainage, erosion control, and efficient water distribution. With an aim to technical excellence and delivering water management products, the company works for businesses seeking solutions for water-related needs.
TDR Pipe is an American manufacturer of corrugated high density polyethylene (HDPE) and reinforced concrete pipes established in 2001 and based in New Braunfels, Texas. The company produces various reinforced concrete or HDPE pipes, including variations used for stormwater drainage, retention, or detention systems, sanitary sewer systems, inlet structures, and culverts. It also offers custom engineering services for clients with unique project parameters. The company's products are mainly used by clients in the agriculture, transportation, mining, and industrial manufacturing sectors.
Baughman Tile Co. is an American ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of corrugated HDPE pipe and pipe fittings originally established in 1883 and based in Paulding, Ohio. The company's products include single and dual wall corrugated pipes, triple wall sewer/drain pipes, vacuum tubing, and fence caps. It also offers related fittings and accessories such as external couplers, elbows, end caps, and manifolds. Aside from its products, the company offers drainage planning resources, as well as CAD-assisted engineering services.
Pacific Corrugated Pipe Company, LLC is an Irvine, California-based American manufacturer of popped and drainage system products originally established in 1933 as the W.E. Hall Company before rebranding in 1935. The company produces various corrugated metal and high density polyethylene pipes including dual-walled bell and spigot, bevel-ended, slotted drain, and spiral rib variations. It also offers related accessories such as drainage gates, geotextiles, fittings, and flumes. The company's products are primarily used by clients in the mining, waste management, construction, and transportation industries.
Lane Enterprises, Inc., Established in 1934, is a manufacturer specializing in storm water management structures. Headquartered in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania, the company has expertise in producing engineered drainage products that enhance strength, versatility, and flexibility for various drainage applications. With a long history of providing solutions, Lane Enterprises has become a key player in the field of storm water management. The company's quality has solidified its position as a supplier of engineered drainage products for efficient and effective storm water management systems.
Brugg Pipes is based in Brugg, Switzerland, and is a manufacturer of pipe system products that was established in 1991. The company specializes in district heating technology products for heating or cooling networks, including pre-insulated pipes, valves, and fittings. It also offers process control technology products, such as sensors and transmitters, and protection system products, such as steel wire ropes and nets. The company is ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 50001-certified, and serves clients across Europe’s industrial sector.
SCAT Europe GmbH is based in Mörfelden-Walldorf, Germany, and is a manufacturer of safety products for chemical plants and laboratory facilities established in 1998 before becoming a subsidiary of Element Materials Technology in 2019. The company’s product lineup includes high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) products for safely disposing of solvent waste, HPLC handling equipment such as filters and pumps, and safety funnels for filling solvents into containers. It also offers various containers such as drums, bottles, and cans. The company’s products are mainly used in the pharmaceutical and chemical industries.
Changhong Plastics Group Imperial Plastics Co. Ltd is a manufacturer of cable management products and terminal blocks that was established in 1999 in Hefei, Anhui, China. The company offers various types of stainless steel and self-locking nylon cable ties, as well as terminal blocks such as iron tube and pin models. It also offers related accessories and tools, such as macromolecule alloy cable trays and non-metal watt-hour metering cabinets. The company’s products are commonly used in the construction, electrical, and machine tool industries.
Metal Culverts, Inc. is a manufacturer of corrugated metal pipe products founded in 1958 and based in Jefferson City, Missouri. The company produces corrugated metal pipes, corrugated aluminum pipes, retention/detention structures, and metal end sections that can be custom fabricated to suit customer requirements. The company has multiple production facilities across the US including in Illinois, Minnesota, and Florida. Its products are mainly used by private sector construction contractors, private developers of commercial and residential areas, government transportation agencies, and industrial contractors.
Dub Ross Company, Inc. is a manufacturer of corrugated steel pipe and related products established in 1971 and based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The company primarily produces helical lock-seam, riveted, and spiral rib pipes available in a wide range of diameters and coatings. Its products are primarily used in the oil and gas, home development, commercial construction, and transportation sectors. The company also offers custom fabricated accessories such as beveled culvert end treatments, risers, end sections, and elbow connectors.
J & J Drainage Products Company is a Hutchinson, Kansas-based American manufacturer of culverts or corrugated steel pipes and other drainage products established in 1946 as a subsidiary of Eaton Metal Products before rebranding in 1981. The company's product portfolio includes corrugated steel and plastic pipe, safety slopes end sections, trash guards, and standard flared end sections with various customization options. The company's products are primarily used in highway construction and maintenance projects, residential development, and the agricultural sector.
Crumpler Plastic Pipe, a part of Crumpler Brick and Tile Company, is a manufacturer of corrugated polyethylene plastic drainage pipe, founded in 1975 and located in West Roseboro, North Carolina. The company specializes in the production of small-diameter HDPE corrugated pipes that replace the clay tile pipes used in septic lines, house foundations, landscaping, and farm field drains. Its products include fittings, catch basins, and single-wall items. Crumpler Plastic Pipe is a member of the Corrugated Polyethylene Pipe Association (CPPA).
Shenzhen Milvent Technology Co. Ltd. is an ISO 9001-certified manufacturer and supplier of fluid handling components and accessories that was established in Shenzhen, China, in 2013. The company’s product lineup includes membrane-based protective vent for shielding sensitive components from water, breathable vent plugs for installation on electronic equipment housings, and water flow meters utilizing opto-electronic sensor technology. It also offers related accessories, such as springs and cable glands for sealing or securing the ends of cables. The company’s products are used mainly by clients in the telecom, LED, and renewable energy industries.
Ranking as of November 2024
Derivation MethodRank | Company | Click Share |
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1 | Lane Enterprises, Inc. |
14.4%
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2 | Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. |
12.6%
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3 | TDR Pipe |
11.6%
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4 | Baughman Tile Co. |
10.7%
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5 | Pacific Corrugated Pipe Company, LLC |
8.6%
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6 | Contech Engineered Solutions LLC |
8.5%
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7 | Crumpler Plastic Pipe, Inc. |
5.9%
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8 | Metal Culverts, Inc. |
5.2%
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9 | J & J Drainage Products Company |
5.2%
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10 | A BRUGG GROUP COMPANY |
4.4%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the corrugated pipe page as of November 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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United States of America | 6 | 66.7% |
Switzerland | 1 | 11.1% |
Germany | 1 | 11.1% |
China | 1 | 11.1% |