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Right Sewer Pipe Size: A Practical Guide for Engineers and Contractors

Posted on June 8, 2026

Picking the right sewer pipe size sounds like it should be one of the simpler decisions on a collection system project. In practice, it’s where the most downstream problems start – usually because the decision was made too fast. Get the size wrong in either direction, and you’re looking at a system that can’t handle – Read the full article →

Benefits of Reinforced Concrete Pipe: What Texas Engineers and Contractors Need to Know

Posted on June 8, 2026

What separates infrastructure that holds up for a century from infrastructure that needs attention a decade after installation? In large part, it comes down to material selection – and the decision made at the specification stage, long before a single pipe hits the ground. In Texas, where drainage systems face intense, short-duration storms, heavy highway – Read the full article →

36-Inch Culvert Pipe: Sizing Up for Texas Stormwater and Highway Projects

Posted on June 8, 2026

There’s a point in every drainage design where the numbers outgrow a smaller pipe – where the watershed is too large, the design storm too intense, or the slope too flat to make a 24-inch culvert work. That’s usually when a 36-inch culvert pipe enters the picture. Capable of handling significantly higher peak flows than – Read the full article →

24-Inch Culvert Pipe: What Engineers Need to Know Before They Specify

Posted on June 8, 2026

When a project calls for a culvert, one of the first questions that lands on the engineer’s desk is deceptively simple: What size do we need? That question shapes everything from hydraulic performance to installation complexity to long-term cost. For a wide range of Texas drainage applications – roadway crossings, stormwater conveyance, and utility corridors – Read the full article →

Heidelberg Materials North America announces strategic investment in AmeriTex Pipe & Products

Posted on May 21, 2026

May 19, 2026 11:00 AM Irving, Texas, May 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Heidelberg Materials North America announced today that it has agreed to acquire a minority stake in AmeriTex Pipe & Products, a leading provider of reinforced concrete pipe, box culverts and precast concrete products in Texas. The company operates one of the largest – Read the full article →

RCP Storm Drain Pipe vs. CMP Storm Drain Pipe: The Best Solution for Drainage Systems

Posted on September 18, 2024

Stormwater runoff can wreak havoc on communities, causing flooding, erosion, and property damage. For decades, corrugated metal pipe (CMP) storm drains have been a common choice for managing this runoff. However, a more durable option is helping developers manage these issues more effectively where CMP storm drain pipe falls short: reinforced concrete pipe (RCP). Let’s – Read the full article →

Why Reinforced Concrete Culvert Pipe Outperforms Corrugated Metal Pipe

Posted on September 18, 2024

Culverts, essential components of our infrastructure can lead to costly repairs and disruptions if they fail. Traditionally, Corrugated Metal Pipe (CMP) has been a popular choice, but Reinforced Concrete Pipe (RCP) is increasingly recognized as a superior option. This blog delves into the reasons why RCP outperforms CMP in numerous aspects. Building for the Long – Read the full article →

RCP vs. CMP vs. HDPE Plastic Pipe: When Reinforced Concrete Pipe is the Best Choice

Posted on September 18, 2024

Underground infrastructure is a critical component of our communities, and sometimes it’s importance only becomes abundantly clear once it fails. When it comes to pipes, the choice between Reinforced Concrete Pipe (RCP), Corrugated Metal Pipe (CMP), HDPE Plastic Pipe, & Polypropylene Pipe (PP), and High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) can significantly impact a project’s success and longevity.  This blog – Read the full article →

Reinforced Concrete Pipe vs. Corrugated Metal Pipe: When Durability Counts

Posted on September 18, 2024

Underground infrastructure, such as storm drains and culverts, is a critical component of our communities, often overlooked until it fails, leading to costly repairs and disruptions. While Corrugated Metal Pipe (CMP) has been a popular choice for many years, Reinforced Concrete Pipe (RCP) is recognized as a more durable and cost-effective solution. Cost Comparison: Corrugated – Read the full article →