By: Nick Jones, Induron Sales & Service Representative In rural communities across Louisiana, water infrastructure is more than a utility. Water infrastructure is a direct reflection of public health, regulatory compliance, and community pride. For small systems with limited resources, maintaining aging assets while meeting increasing regulatory expectations can be a constant balancing act. The … Read More
What does it take to build a company that lasts for generations? In a recent episode of The Making Of Hosted By Jack Pitts, Induron Protective Coatings President Davies Hood shares the story behind his family’s paint manufacturing business—and the lessons learned along the way. Founded in Birmingham in 1947, Induron has grown into a … Read More
By: Cody Paradis, Induron Southeastern Sales & Service In Jekyll Island, Georgia, where environmental stewardship and infrastructure reliability go hand in hand, the Jekyll Island Water Authority faced a critical challenge inside its wastewater treatment plant headworks. Years of exposure to harsh wastewater conditions had led to severe concrete deterioration, threatening both the structural integrity … Read More
By: Joey Thomas, Induron Business Development Manager Most industries have some form of annual assembly where representatives from sales, ownership, material providers, and contractors converge. In the Industry of potable water, this occurs every June in the form of AWWA-ACE (American Water Works Association – Annual Conference and Exposition). This weeklong event rotates around the … Read More
Every industry has its “secret weapon”—that one solution that consistently outperforms expectations. In our world of protective coatings, ceramic epoxy has earned that title. But what makes it so effective? And where did it come from in the first place? In our latest Induron podcast, we take a step back to explore the origin of … Read More
We’re excited to share that we have been recognized with the Innovation Award in the Birmingham Business Journal’s 2026 Leadership in Manufacturing Awards. For us, innovation isn’t just a buzzword—it’s how we approach every challenge our customers bring to the table. Whether it’s extending the life of critical infrastructure, simplifying application in the field, or … Read More
By: Glenda S. Curry, Texas Sales & Service Manager As a representative and resource for steel fabricators and suppliers, STI / SPFA is unparalleled in their support of the steel tank and fabrication industry. From shop-fabricated to field erected tanks, to pipelines, pressure vessels, and specialty fabricated products, the organization provides a safe forum for … Read More
By: Cody Paradis, Induron Southeastern Sales & Service When it comes to protecting wastewater infrastructure, the manhole invert is one of the most vulnerable and most critical surfaces to address. Constant exposure to flow, abrasion, and corrosive gas demands a coating system that can stand up to harsh conditions while still being practical for field … Read More
By: Davies Hood, Induron President I recently attended the AMPP Annual Conference in Houston, TX, where I had the opportunity to network, learn, and catch up with some of my people—a unique group of professionals who work tirelessly (and in many cases, across multiple generations) to prevent or at least slow down corrosion. Now, I … Read More
