WE EMPOWER SUCCESS

OUR PURPOSE

At CFI we believe that operating with determination, precision, and commitment is in the best interest of our employees, partners, customers, and communities.
We Empower Success.

OUR VALUES

We live out our values every day – at the office, on the job site, in the decisions we make, and the company we keep.

COMMITMENT

We set targets and see them through while making continuous improvements to ensure excellence.

TEAMWORK

Our collaborative approach with a focus on individual autonomy builds strong teams.

IMPACT

We take pride in the impact of our work – the products we make, the problems we solve, and the welfare of our people.

OUR APPROACH

Our success is a result of our customer-centric approach, combined with best-in-class engineering, customer support, and manufacturing expertise.

PEOPLE FIRST

Our commitment to our employees means a safe work environment, competitive pay and benefits, and ongoing training and education.

PROCESs DRIVEN

We are an agile, process-driven company with an emphasis on efficiency, precision, safety, and continuous improvement.

R&D & OpEx Innovation

Our products deliver value to our customers and are considered best-in-class in our industry. 

CUSTOMER FOCUS

We strive to provide our customers with the highest level of service and value. We ensure that our customers receive what they need on time with the service, expertise, and technical support that has made us trusted market leaders.

Investment in Infrastructure

A focus on innovation and continuous improvements to our product lines, work environment, and processes continue to put us ahead of the competition.

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Strategic and efficient expansion into new markets is growing the business and building awareness of our new game-changing products.

OUR CULTURE

CFI is a people-first organization, committed to the professional development of every employee across our global organization. We utilize proven processes to ensure workplace well-being as well as a commitment to training and career advancement at all levels of our organization.

world-class talent

We are the industry leader because of our talented engineers, chemists, machinists, and sales force. We work together as a team to meet the unique needs of each customer.

professional development

We offer continuing education, on-site training and mentorship to empower our employees and enable their growth and success.

community connections

We are engaged in our local communities offering numerous local events, service projects and sponsorships.

bring our best

We bring our best every day and expect every employee to do the same. We find fulfillment in hard work, learning by doing, and take pride in a job well done.

leadership & vision

Our leadership team models our company’s values and is engaged in executing the company’s vision by supporting employees, customers, and partners. 

1948
Esser Twin Pipes founded
1960
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.
1969
Con Forms (1969) and Tricon (1968) founded
1972
Con Forms issued patent for the first Adjustable Hevi Duty Snap Coupling First concrete mini-placer developed by Con Forms.
1974
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)
1980
ESSER develops Twin Pipe technology and enters OEM market for concrete pumps
1984
First hydraulic shut off and diversion valves introduced by Con Forms.
1987
Super-C® clad plate and Super-X® shafting products launched at Tricon
1989
Ultra Tech is developed under Con Forms to offer an alternative for large diameter abrasive applications.
1990
Ultra Tech Piping Solutions drives Continuous Growth through expansion into industrial applications including Mining & Pulp & Paper
1993
Con Forms invests in advanced technology with installation of Induction Bender + Heat Treating machine at Grafton, WI facility.
1994
Ultra III and Twin Wall boom kits offered by Con Forms in North America
1995
Ultra Tech 600 abrasion-resistant pipe introduced. ESSER expands globally into USA market.
1997
Con Forms introduces Chrome Carbide Lined Elbows for Concrete Pump Trucks
1998
Con Forms becomes a founding member of the Concrete Pump Manufacturers Assoc. (CPMA)
2002
Con Forms issued patent for Connecting Coupling Units with a hardened inner wall to efficiently deliver abrasive concrete
2004
Con Forms issued patent for the first Concrete Hose Shut-Off Valve. Developed to improve job site safety for our customers and their crews.
2005
Con Forms issued patent for the first Tapered Boom Hose allowing smoother flow and safer operation
2008
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.
2013
ESSER acquired by Construction Forms USA​ to drive international growth and expand customer options in No. America.
2015
Madison Industries purchases Tricon from Kennametal Inc.
2017
First Spider concrete placers brought to North American market by Con Forms.
2018
Con Forms' customers voice need for new valve technology. Con Forms Engineering develops and patents Flexible Concrete Hose Shut Off Valve - the AirCuff.
2020
H.I.G. Capital invests in the CFI portfolio of companies including Con Forms, Ultra Tech Pipe and Esser Twin Pipes
2021
New CEO Stefan Brosick arrives. Brand positioning of Mission Critical Applications under "CFI" begins
2022
Con Forms expands with facility in Texas to better service top customers in largest US market for concrete pumping.
2023
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.
2024
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.
2025
CFI Companies Con Forms and Tricon Wear Solutions celebrate 55 years in operation.
2025
CFI creates EWCFI to begin India market expansion

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