Founded in 1901 by W. Frank Dowd, Charlotte Pipe has grown from a local foundry to producers of cast iron and plastic pipe and fittings with 1,800 associates in eight plants across the country.
Under the updated structure, Charlotte Pipe and Foundry will serve as the primary enterprise over three commercial divisions: Plumbing, Irrigation, and Infrastructure.
March 12, 2026
In recent years, Charlotte Pipe has expanded its portfolio through strategic acquisitions, including Neenah Enterprises (2022) and Bingham & Taylor (2025)
The two companies have acquired Bingham & Taylor, a Virginia-based manufacturer of underground infrastructure access solutions.
November 6, 2025
The acquisition aims to strengthen Charlotte Pipe’s position in the waterworks industry and unites three long-established American manufacturers with shared commitments to domestic production.
I applaud Peter Stafford’s efforts to raise industry awareness of the potential dangers of respirable crystalline silica and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s proposal to dramatically lower silica exposure levels