Background of Kelly Pipe

Kelly Pipe is the largest distributor of pipe, valves and fittings in the Western U.S. and one of the largest in the nation. Founded in 1898 and headquartered in Santa Fe Springs CA, Kelly serves over 3000 customers in all 50 states, as well as those overseas, from its extensive inventory of pipe ranging in size from 1/8" to 54" diameter.

Kelly distributes standard and line pipe along with oil country tubular goods to wide ranging business sectors including municipalities, energy companies, contractors, water distributors and power plants as well as other pipe distributors. Kelly's success and longevity result from its unparalleled access to leading sources of domestic and imported pipe, unmatched scale and breadth of inventory, rapid delivery and superior customer service. As a result, the Company has experienced annual growth exceeding 25%.

Kelly operates from a network of 47 locations throughout the United States and Internationally including 12 stocking branches, 6 sales offices and 29 outside yards. Openings in the Mid-West and East Coast have propelled the Company's continued rapid expansion. Today the Company is the dominant regional supplier in its industry.

In addition to its core line and standard pipe distribution business, Kelly has built major niches in the oil and gas markets through its OCTG division, water works fabrication through its Imperial Pipe Services division, and supply to other pipe distributors from all locations, including its Archer Pipe subsidiary. Sales within Mexico are handled through its Kelly Pipe de México subsidiary, while sales to other countries throughout the world are directed by Kelly Pipe International, Ltd. These specialty operations along with the basic distribution and fabrication operations enable the Company to supply the foremost users of all pipe categories..

Kelly stocks standard and line pipe in a broad assortment of sizes, weights and grades both black and galvanized, both seamless and electric welded. Its product line also includes a significant portion of OCTG as well as plastic pipe, cement coated and lined pipe, stainless steel products, valves and fittings. The Company performs a variety of value added fabrication services ranging from lining & coating, fabrication, welding, grooving and cutting.

Kelly's proven management team has demonstrated its ability to propel the Company forward by attracting talented industry veterans and emerging professionals just beginning their careers. This energetic mix assures continued opportunities for newcomers at all levels and skills.