
Excavating the Past
Exploring the history of Fratco through the generations As seen in the Tried & True Winter 2023 issue A century of service is defined by the people...
Exploring the history of Fratco through the generations As seen in the Tried & True Winter 2023 issue A century of service is defined by the people...
Former Fratco CEO As seen in the Tried & True Winter 2023 issue When Steve Overmyer stepped into his leadership role in 1978, the company was still...
Current Fratco CEO As seen in the Tried & True Winter 2023 issue Many things about Chris Overmyer make him a unique CEO—both in the water management...
Fratco Team Member As seen in the Tried & True Winter 2023 issue It’s a family tradition for Overmyers to begin their careers at Fratco in the...
Noteworthy innovations that helped move Fratco forward As seen in the Tried & True Winter 2023 issue Fratco believes that tomorrow belongs to those who build it,...
2023 is Fratco’s 100th year in business, and we want to celebrate with you. Look for us at the tradeshows and conventions listed below. Meet...
While agricultural drainage may be a common implementation of Fratco products, many experienced contractors know that drainage technology also intersects with a wide variety of...
The town of Birmingham, Iowa doesn’t have the notoriety of the famous Alabama city that shares its name. Of course, that’s to be expected for...
Fratco has been a leader in the modern drainage industry, but what about before the notion of industry existed at all? In other words—how did...
In the four years since he started at Fratco, Jose Requeña has seen the pipe industry from three distinct perspectives. He first began at the...
Few can claim a closer connection to the excavation business than Rudy DeSabatine. Not only has Rudy spent his own professional life laying tile, he...
Outsiders often think of agriculture as a low-tech and primitive industry. To some, the world of farming still resembles the iconic imagery of 1930’s American...
A lot can happen in 24 years —that’s enough time for a newborn to grow into adulthood, for technology to progress leaps and bounds or...
Seasons come and go as crops are sown, grown and harvested by farmers who feed the world. And just like every harvest must be carefully...
The cost to power businesses is constantly shifting. No matter the industry, efficient operations minimize rising energy costs. That's why cost-effective alternatives are becoming more...
In 1821, Putnam County, Indiana, was formed. Located west of Indianapolis, the county was named after General Israel Putnam, who served during the Revolutionary War....
These days, everyone is taking a closer look at product prices. From the gas station to the grocery store, consumer cost awareness is higher than...
Bees are essential. They pollinate plants that feed the world and help maintain a balance between other species and the environment. By carrying pollen from...
Meeting with customers, attending trade shows and working conventions have kept Jade Crum busy. With only a few months under his belt, Crum is acclimating...
For new farmers looking to invest in land, the task can feel daunting. Pressures abound, like finding the perfect plot, the purchase price, competing with...
Although lawns do not require as much care in cooler months as they do in spring, summer and fall, winter weather doesn’t mean completely ignoring...
Although lawns do not require as much care in cooler months as they do in spring, summer and fall, winter weather doesn’t mean completely ignoring...
For new farmers looking to invest in land, the task can feel daunting. Pressures abound, like finding the perfect plot, the purchase price, competing with...
for participants and fans. Not every weekend in the stands is filled with sunshine. Rain delays happen, but canceled events due to water-logged fields don’t...
In the mid-1980s, two brothers invested $2,700 in a tile machine and a dream. By 1990, they officially incorporated Johnston Land Improvement, which over the...
Coworkers that feel more like family than business associates are a common theme among Fratco employees. Brandon Herron echoes that sentiment, proudly serving as the...
When you work in manufacturing, adding extra sunshine into the day makes everything brighter. That was one of the ambitious goals Fratco brought to the...
Since 1987, Willie Parish has been part of the Fratco family. Recently promoted to Manufacturing Superintendent, Willie began where so many start their careers at...
Pennsylvania civic leader Dr. Benjamin Rush was a physician, politician, humanitarian, educator and one of the historymakers who helped pen then added his signature to...
For decades, Hollywood has shaped our view of agriculture through their storytelling lenses of what rural farm-living looks like. If you loved Eva Gabor and...
When it comes to golf course planning, a developer’s focus is location, location, location. For landscape architects and contractors creating a scenically manicured 18 hole...
The Wabash River snakes through a series of towns and cities that generations of Midwestern families have called home. Where it branches into the Salamonie...
Industry-wide, customers who rely on resin suppliers to manufacture pipe are facing challenges. After reasonably consistent and predictable markets in 2019 and 2020, the forecast...
Agriculture’s influence is global. Local and international growers and producers have a strong voice that sets the industry’s tone for the year. From career changes...
The UC 5XX is a marvel in corrugated pipe manufacturing. Compatible with the wide range of products Fratco offers our customers, this machine can pivot...
Within our global economy, proximity partnerships have always been an agribusiness mainstay. Remaining hyperlocal doesn’t apply just to restaurateurs seeking freshly-sourced ingredients for an authentic...
Ty Sparrow learned at a young age that when opportunity knocks to quickly open the door before the moment might pass him by. Ty, the...
Chad Nicholson could be defined by many outstanding numbers. Nineteen years with Fratco. Three regions served. One unfailing passion for helping customers. But working at...
Farmers feed the world. From sunrise to sunset, they care for the land, tend to animals, and work hard to maintain what they steward. Pressures...
When you consider the storied history of Bart Maxwell’s family, the slogan for his hometown of Crawfordsville, Indiana says it all: “Small City…Big Possibilities.” Forty-nine...
If you ask Jackie Sanchez what she loves most about working at Fratco, there is no hesitation in her response: “Things are different around here...
Fratco is pleased to announce our manufacturing capacity has reached new heights with the addition of a second Unicor UC 1800 corrugator to our production...
Just south of Sandusky Bay’s shores along Lake Erie lies the city of Clyde. A cozy area in Northern Ohio that served as the inspiration...
After starting her career 28 years ago and now serving as the Francesville first-shift supervisor, few know Fratco as well as Cheryl Owens. Speaking of...
Farmers feed the world. From sunrise to sunset, they care for the land, tend to animals, and work hard to maintain what they steward. Pressures...
Recently, ASTM International announced that F3390 is the new standard for 3 through 24-inch lined, flexible, corrugated pipe used for land drainage applications. This specification...
We are the caretakers of our natural resources; they’re essential for survival. The two at the very top of the list are soil and water....
It’s a known fact that Fratco would not be here without its loyal customers. This is a sentiment expressed by employees across every location. But...
Creating an efficient and productive workflow is a team effort and at Fratco, one important member plays a key role. Stacie Baccam is an operations...
In a world where the conservation of resources is becoming increasingly important, supporting the mission of experts is going to be the key to ecosystem...
Constantly striving for innovation involves more than developing new products on the market. It also means frequently reviewing current processes and analyzing what improvements should...
Coronavirus, shifts in climate, and trade disruptions have not steered Fratco drainage systems provide uniform field conditions across your farm earlier in the year. you...
As these unpredictable circumstances surrounding COVID-19 persist, our values are holding steady, which means our work to tirelessly serve our loyal customers continues. While we are...
To Friends and Family of Fratco, We want to take a moment to acknowledge the current situation that is unfolding in our country. As a...
As concerns regarding environmental well-being continue to rise, industry standards are changing and consumers are demanding that adjustments be made to the products they buy...
While Fratco’s sales team consists of people of all ages, Alan Kruszka is notably the oldest of the bunch, and he is not shy about...
Promising high-quality products and an unwavering commitment to customers seems like it should be the bare minimum for companies to uphold. Unfortunately, that promise is...
Driving through the streets of Monticello, Indiana, you may stumble upon Woodlawn Elementary School—a seemingly unsuspecting building that is bursting with soul. While it no...
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Francesville Location
4385 S. 1450 W.
P.O. Box 368
Francesville, IN 47946
St. Anne Location
499 S. Oak St.
St. Anne, IL 60964
Mt. Pleasant Location
1600 W. Washington St.
Mt. Pleasant, IA 52641
Algona Location
2502 E. Poplar St.
Algona, IA 50511
Westfield (Stateline Tile)
23942 IA Hwy 12
Westfield, IA 51062
605-957-5050 (Jerry Weiland)
712-898-8351 (Devon Allaway)
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Francesville Location
4385 S. 1450 W.
P.O. Box 368
Francesville, IN 47946
St. Anne Location
499 S. Oak St.
St. Anne, IL 60964
© 2022 Fratco. All Rights Reserved.
Mt. Pleasant Location
1600 W. Washington St.
Mt. Pleasant, IA 52641
Algona Location
2502 E. Poplar St.
Algona, IA 50511
Westfield (Stateline Tile)
23942 IA Hwy 12
Westfield, IA 51062