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06/16/2026

What started as a simple rubber ring has become a precision-engineered system.

Gasket design in corrugated HDPE pipe has come a long way—improving installation, performance and long-term reliability in the field.

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For many years, watertight joints in corrugated HDPE pipe relied on a simple idea: compress a solid rubber gasket between the spigot and the bell. It worked and became standard practice across the industry. But as jobsite demands increased and performance standards became stricter, gasket design had...

06/14/2026

On this Flag Day, we salute the Stars and Stripes—a symbol of unity, resilience and pride. 🇺🇸 Just as the flag endures, so do our commitments to quality and innovation.

06/11/2026

Did you know?

One of the most important parts of a drainage system is also one of the least visible.

Gaskets play a critical role in keeping pipe joints watertight—helping systems withstand temperature swings, ground movement and years of underground service.

Our latest feature highlights SpringSeal, a company that has spent more than two decades engineering sealing solutions for corrugated pipe and other industries.

Take a look at the story behind the technology at the link in the comments.

06/09/2026

The best crews don’t just show up—they stay aligned, trust each other and get better as the season goes on.

That’s how good work becomes great work.

06/06/2026

In the Midwest, contractors fight water.

In Utah, they fight for it.

Out West, irrigation isn’t just about productivity—it’s about survival. Every drop matters.

Our latest feature highlights Shawn Peterson of Great Basin Pipe & Irrigation, who installs Fratco’s All-in-One Water Transportation Systems to help farmers move water efficiently across dry ground in Utah and beyond.

It’s a different kind of water management—and a reminder that every region faces its own challenges.

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In the Midwest, contractors fight against water. In Utah, they fight for it. Shawn Peterson is the owner and founder of Great Basin Pipe & Irrigation, a company built around the reality of life in the West.

06/03/2026

June is National Safety Month. 🦺

From manufacturing to installation in the field, safety is a priority at every step. We’re proud to support the contractors and crews who work hard every day to install reliable drainage systems safely and efficiently.

Stay safe out there.

06/03/2026

⭐ Check out this short clip from Fratco and when you pass a green farm field this summer keep in mind how provides drainage to increase crop yields. ⭐

This clip from Liles Enterprises showcases the installation of FlexCorr corrugated HDPE drain tile from Fratco. Note how the coil with 680 fool long lengths of pipe reduces the number of joints and aids in efficient installation. In this case the dual-wall pipe with smooth interior increases water flow and allows the use of a smaller 8" pipe rather than a larger 10" single wall pipe to move the same amount of water.

Click here to check out the clip: https://ow.ly/s5sR50Z6KOT

FOLLOW PPI Drainage Division on LinkedIn and visit our website to learn more about how SMART corrugated HDPE pipe connects us to productive agriculture: https://ow.ly/LmLf50Z6KRN

06/01/2026

🏆 Please join us in thanking Craig Douglass from Fratco for his years of service on the PPI Board of Directors as the Chair of the Drainage Division 🏆

Division Chairs typically serve a 6 year term, 2 years as Vice Chair, 2 years as Chair, then 2 years as Past Chair which which shows a tremendous commitment to the association and to the industry.

LIKE, COMMENT, and SHARE to show your appreciation to Craig for his many years of service!

05/30/2026

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05/28/2026

We didn’t see the Dust Bowl coming.

Today, we have more data, better tools—and a new kind of water challenge already taking shape.

The question isn’t if water management needs to change. It’s how fast we adapt. Read the article linked in the comments to learn more.