Esser Twin Pipes founded.
In 1968, 1% of US contractors used concrete pumps. By 1970, that would grow to 12%. Advances by Con Forms in pumping technology and components were important contributions.
Con Forms (1969) and Tricon (1968) founded.
Con Forms issued patent for the first Hevi-Duty Snap Coupling. First concrete mini-placer developed by Con Forms.
In 1972, Tricon introduces Tri-Braze to the market.
Con Forms recognizes customers' need for a national organization to help define best practices and safety standards. Con Forms becomes a Founding Member of American Concrete Pumping Assoc. (ACPA).
ESSER develops Twin Pipe technology and enters OEM market for concrete pumps.
First hydraulic shut off and diversion valves introduced by Con Forms.
Super-C® clad plate and Super-X® shafting products launched at Tricon.
Ultra Tech is developed under Con Forms to offer an alternative for large diameter abrasive applications.
Ultra Tech Piping Solutions drives Continuous Growth through expansion into industrial applications including Mining and Pulp & Paper.
Con Forms invests in advanced technology with installation of Induction Bender + Heat Treating machine at Grafton, WI facility.
Ultra III and Twin Wall boom kits offered by Con Forms in North America.
Ultra Tech 600 abrasion-resistant pipe introduced. ESSER expands globally into USA market.
Con Forms introduces Chrome Carbide Lined Elbows for Concrete Pump Trucks.
Con Forms becomes a founding member of the Concrete Pump Manufacturers Assoc. (CPMA).
Con Forms issued patent for Connecting Coupling Units with a hardened inner wall to efficiently deliver abrasive concrete.
Con Forms issued patent for the first Concrete Hose Shut-Off Valve. Developed to improve job site safety for our customers and their crews.
Con Forms issued patent for the first Tapered Boom Hose allowing smoother flow and safer operation.
Con Forms selected as the official concrete pumping pipe supplier for new World Trade Center construction, reflecting our status as the producer of the safest and most durable piping solutions in the industry.
ESSER acquired by Construction Forms USA to drive international growth and expand customer options in North America.
Madison Industries purchases Tricon from Kennametal Inc.
First Spider concrete placers brought to North American market by Con Forms.
Con Forms' customers voice need for new valve technology. Con Forms Engineering develops and patents Flexible Concrete Hose Shut Off Valve - the AirCuff.
H.I.G. Capital invests in the CFI portfolio of companies including Con Forms, Ultra Tech Pipe and Esser Twin Pipes.
New CEO Stefan Brosick arrives. Brand positioning of Mission Critical Applications under "CFI" begins.
Con Forms expands with facility in Texas to better service top customers in largest US market for concrete pumping.
H.I.G. Capital completes Tricon merger with Con Forms. Expanded CFI product line offers customers world-class wear solutions in abrasion-resistant steel plate and piping systems.
Esser Twin Pipes celebrates 75 years in operation. Tricon integrates the Ultra Tech brand to capitalize on unified sales teams and services to top customers.
CFI Companies, Con Forms and Tricon Wear Solutions, celebrate 55 years in operation.
CFI creates EWCFI to begin India market expansion.
