Koppers Utility & Industrial Products (KUIP), a division of Koppers. is the largest American-owned provider of wood utility poles and crossarms. Utilizing their nationwide network of manufacturing plants and distribution centers, KUIP annually produces nearly 1 million units to support the needs of investor-owned, municipal, and co-operative utilities along with both telecommunication businesses and contractors. KUIP is also a leading providing of foundation and marine piling as well as construction-related products suppling Innovative, heavy-duty treated wood solutions designed to withstand Mother Nature and protect what’s important: people and business. As a long-time proponent of sustainable business practices, KUIP was the first major wood treater to integrate end-of-life disposal services as a key part of their service offerings through Koppers Recovery. KUIP’s parent company, Koppers, Inc. is a publicly held, diversified worldwide wood technology provider with a significant presence in multiple infrastructure industries including wood preservation chemicals and wood rail ties. Headquartered in Pittsburg, PA, Koppers (NYSE:KOP) employs more than 1,800 associates, serving customers through a comprehensive global manufacturing and distribution network, with facilities located in North America, South America, Australasia, China and Europe.
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The joint session, Circularity in the Supply Chain kicks off the #SSCA Sustainable Sourcing Conference this morning, and is a great wrap-up to the Investment Recovery Association conference and trade show! Maura Nespoli, GEMBA Sam Cuttruzzula, Salt River Project Nathan Johnson, Arizona State University
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is playing an increasingly vital role in predicting the impact climate change may have on electric utilities nationwide. Join us as we speak to Dan Bilello, Director of the Strategic Energy Analysis Center at National Renewable Energy Laboratory shares insights on climate change and the role of AI in addressing the resulting challenges for utilities. #Koppers #Koppersuip #utilitypoles #poles #woodpoles #treatedwood #utilityindustry #utilities #gridlock #electricgrid #gridmodernization #gridstability #gridresilience #climatechange #environment #energy #analysis #artificialintelligence #AI
Today is National Voter Registration Day! Make sure your voice is heard by registering to vote or updating your voter registration! #NationalVoterRegistrationDay #Vote #RegistertoVote #Koppers
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With more than a decade of utility industry experience, Jim Healey recognizes the need for a strong and resilient utility grid. In T&D World, Jim discusses the importance of long-range planning, innovation and effective funding when it comes to keeping up with the evolving demands of the utility industry. Read what Jim has to say here: https://heyor.ca/mp1q7p
As extreme weather events are projected to intensify in the coming years, ensuring a resilient power grid and fortifying utility infrastructure has become increasingly crucial. Read The Texas Tribune article on how recent storms have impacted the state's power grid. Then tune in to our Gridlock podcast, where we discuss steps to build and safeguard grid resilience against the growing threats posed by climate change. Listen below 👇 https://lnkd.in/eG2Ky_wq #Koppers #Koppersuip #utilitypoles #poles #woodpoles #treatedwood #woodtreaters #utilityindustry #utilities #gridlock #podcast #electricgrid #gridmodernization #gridstability #gridresilience #stormrestoration #stormrecovery #stormdamage #climatechange #infrastructure
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Sustainably harvested materials ➡️ Treatment ➡️ Maintenance ➡️ Supporting critical infrastructure. Koppers follows a circular business model, aiming to reduce waste and repurpose resources to create environmentally-friendly products that are vital to the utility industry. Interested in learning more? Visit https://bit.ly/4aCL7ed #KoppersPerformance #Infrastructure
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As the leading global manufacturer of specialty pressure-treated wood products for the utility industry, Koppers plays a critical role in communications infrastructure -- helping to provide digital connectivity by supporting the electric grid. ⚡️ But how? ✅Harvesting & treating high-quality wood for utility poles to last for decades. ✅Providing durable & cost-effective crossarms designed to carry critical electrical and communication services equipment. ✅Our 24/7 storm response program gives customers peace of mind that we can deliver materials when and where they are needed. Learn more: https://bit.ly/456cvAs #KoppersPerformance #Infrastructure
We are excited to announce the official opening of our new Leesville, Louisiana facility! #Koppers #Koppersuip #utilitypoles #poles #woodpoles #treatedwood #woodtreaters #utilityindustry #utilities
“The Leesville facility is a key example of how Koppers continues to optimize our operational footprint. It has allowed us to reduce costs through plant automation and an improved logistics network, while opening new opportunities in high-potential growth markets as the demand for infrastructure investment in the U.S. only continues to increase.” - James A. Sullivan, Koppers President and Chief Operating Officer Koppers has officially marked the beginning of operations at our new utility pole peeling and drying facility in Leesville, Louisiana. Read more: https://bit.ly/4aPuXhW
As climate-induced natural disasters continue to grow in frequency, size and cost, many utilities are rethinking their approach to how they insure their businesses. Join us on our newest episode of Gridlock, as we speak with Alp C., actuary and Chair of the Actuaries Climate Index, a North American-based organization which helps insurers quantify the inherent financial risk a utility is likely to face from climate-related disasters within their operating footprint. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/eG2Ky_wq #Koppers #Koppersuip #utilitypoles #poles #woodpoles #treatedwood #woodtreaters #utilityindustry #utilities #gridlock #electricgrid #gridmodernization #gridstability #gridresilience #stormrestoration #stormrecovery #stormdamage #climatechange #environment #insurance #insurability #actuaries #actuariesclimateindex #ACI
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Happy #ArborDay to our employees across the globe 🌲 With an emphasis on operating sustainably to create a better tomorrow, we're committed to protecting what matters and preserving the future through our membership in forestry associations in seven U.S. states. Additionally, we work with land owners, loggers and land managers who replant southern yellow pine plantations after harvest to support the renewable forests that make up our supply chain.