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Investors looking for stocks in the Building Products - Miscellaneous sector might want to consider either NWPX Infrastructure (NWPX) or Jacobs Solutions (J). But which of these two stocks is more attractive to value investors?
NWPX Infrastructure (NWPX) has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), reflecting growing optimism about the company's earnings prospects. This might drive the stock higher in the near term.
| Metals & Mining Industry | Materials Sector | Scott J. Montross CEO | XFRA Exchange | US6677461013 ISIN |
| US Country | 1,358 Employees | - Last Dividend | - Last Split | 30 Nov 1995 IPO Date |
Northwest Pipe Company, along with its subsidiaries, is entrenched in the manufacturing and distribution of water-related infrastructure products across North America. Established in 1966 with its headquarters located in Vancouver, Washington, the company plays a pivotal role in water infrastructure through its two operational segments: Engineered Steel Pressure Pipe (SPP) and Precast Infrastructure and Engineered Systems (Precast). Northwest Pipe Company's expertise covers a broad spectrum from drinking water systems to hydroelectric power systems, encapsulating both the utility and industrial sectors with its diverse range of products.
This segment primarily focuses on the production of large-diameter and high-pressure steel pipeline systems, suitable for a multitude of water infrastructure applications. These applications encompass drinking water systems, hydroelectric power systems, wastewater systems, amidst others, catering to seismic resiliency purposes as well. Additionally, the SPP segment extends its products for industrial plant piping systems and select structural applications, showcasing versatility.
In this segment, Northwest Pipe Company provides an array of solutions including stormwater and wastewater technology products, alongside precast and reinforced concrete products. The range encompasses reinforced concrete pipe, manholes, box culverts, vaults, catch basins, and pump lift stations. Moreover, this segment offers oil water separators, biofiltration units, steel casing pipes, and bar-wrapped concrete cylinder pipes. For comprehensive project requirements, it also provides pipeline system joints, fittings, specialized components, and a variety of environmental and engineered solutions.
With a customer-centric approach, Northwest Pipe Company markets its high-caliber water infrastructure products under several recognized brands such as ParkUSA, Geneva Pipe and Precast, Permalok, and its namesake brand, primarily to installation contractors. This strategic brand positioning ensures that Northwest Pipe Company remains at the forefront of innovation, quality, and service in the North American water infrastructure sector.