August 30, 2010
Hanson Pipe & Precast, a leader in the concrete products industry, today announced a partnership with Boisclair et Fils Inc. to provide its customers in Montréal with new a wide range of product solutions for sewer, wastewater treatment, electric and telecom systems.
“Hanson Pipe & Precast is excited to partner with Boisclair in providing our customers in Montréal a full range of superior precast products,” said Sue Tanenbaum, vice president and general manager, Hanson Pipe & Precast, Canada. “In addition, this agreement will continue to allow us to better serve our country’s aging infrastructure needs.”
“This agreement allows us to continue our longstanding relationship with Hanson Tuyaux et Préfabriqués Québec Ltee, and to continue to offer our customers excellent service,” added Philippe Boisclair, president, Boisclair et Fils Inc.
The partnership, in addition to Hanson Pipe & Precast’s recent facility upgrades and expansion in Mascouche, Quebec, will allow the company to meet the increasing demand for infrastructure products as well continue to offer industry leading quality products to its customers.
As the largest pipe and precast producer in Canada, Hanson Pipe & Precast offers a complete line of concrete pipe and precast products for industrial applications such as highway and bridge systems, storm water retention, utilities, tunnels and various underground applications. Concrete precast structures include reinforced elliptical pipe, manholes, bridge components and arch systems, box culverts, fittings and highway barriers, drainage structures, vaults, modular railroad crossings and various structural precast building components and utility structures.
Hanson Pipe & Precast is a division of Hanson Building Products North America. One of Hanson Building Products' corporate strategies is a continued focus on sustainability. The company is known throughout North America for excellent occupational safety, environmental stewardship, high quality standards and contributions to its local communities. Its sustainability vision is, “Building on the Past. Restoring the Balance. Creating the Future.”
About Hanson Pipe & Precast
Hanson Pipe & Precast is the largest manufacturer of concrete pipe and precast products in North America. With more than 3,500 employees, the company has a network of manufacturing facilities and delivery capabilities that span the continent. Hanson Pipe & Precast products are used in residential and commercial applications that support our infrastructure’s needs, including storm water drainage and water transportation. For more information, visit www.hansonpipeandprecast.com.
About Hanson Building Products North America
Hanson Building Products North America is comprised of Hanson Pipe & Precast, Hanson Pressure Pipe, Hanson Structural Precast, Hanson Brick, Hanson Hardscapes and Hanson Roof Tile. Based in Irving, Texas, Hanson Building Products North America employs approximately 4,500 people and operates 150 facilities with products available throughout the U.S. and Canada. To learn more about Hanson's sustainability efforts and quality products, services and building technology, please visit www.hansonbuildingproducts.com.
Hanson Building Products North America and its divisions are part of the HeidelbergCement Group, the global leader in aggregates with leading positions in cement, concrete and heavy building. The company employs approximately 57,000 people across five continents.