Top Tubing Suppliers in the U.S.A.

From hydraulic systems and HVAC lines to industrial machinery and consumer products, tubing plays a critical role across nearly every major manufacturing sector. As demand for precision increases, U.S. tubing suppliers are stepping up with advanced capabilities, international reach, and steady employment gains.

Today, the tubing sector includes over 400 U.S. manufacturers and suppliers, employing tens of thousands nationwide and generating billions in reported sales. With more than half of these companies distributing internationally—and nearly a quarter relying on imported raw materials—the tubing industry is more globally integrated than many other segments of American manufacturing.

This report takes a closer look at the key trends shaping U.S. tubing production, the different types of tubing in use today, and the largest and most active players supporting industries from aerospace to agriculture.

Key Facts on the U.S. Tubing Industry

MNI, compiler and publisher of industrial business profiles for the U.S. industrial sector and informational engine behind IndustryNet, surveyed the nation’s nearly 500 tubing companies, directly collecting key data points on this essential industry.

• There are currently 491 tubing manufacturers and suppliers in the U.S.
• 38,280 workers are employed in the sector nationwide.
• Employment has grown 1.7% in this sector over the past year.
• Average reported sales for America’s tubing suppliers stands at $26 billion
• More than half of tubing companies distribute internationally, at 54%, running ahead of the 29% reported by all manufacturers
• More tubing facilities are dependent on imports, with 24% importing raw materials, compared to 11% of all U.S. manufacturers.
• The largest share of tubing companies are situated in the Midwest, at 39%
• The U.S. South is home to 28% of tubing manufacturers, followed by the East Coast at 19% and the Pacific/Mountain region at 14%.

Largest Tubing Companies in the U.S.

The nation’s largest tubing producers play an essential role in powering critical industries across the U.S. economy. These companies stand out for their scale, material expertise, and ability to meet complex customer requirements. Many operate multiple facilities and serve a broad customer base that spans energy, transportation, manufacturing, and public infrastructure.

Backed by advanced fabrication technologies and rigorous quality control, these leading firms help set industry standards and ensure a reliable supply of essential components. Their continued investment in automation, clean energy compliance, and capacity expansion reinforces their position as pillars of the U.S. tubing supply chain. Below are the largest tubing manufacturers in the U.S.

About the Largest Tubing Companies

Allied Tube & Conduit Corp. (Harvey, IL – 900 employees)

Founded in 1959, Allied Tube & Conduit Corp. is a major U.S. manufacturer of galvanized steel tubing, pipe, and electrical conduit. Headquartered in Harvey, Illinois, the company operates out of a 1 million square foot facility and serves international markets. A subsidiary of a public corporation, Allied is ISO 9002 certified and remains a top supplier for construction, infrastructure, and industrial applications.

Unison Industries, LLC (Dayton, OH – 850 employees)

With roots dating back to 1917, Unison Industries produces advanced metallic tubing, ducts, bellows, and manifold assemblies tailored for aerospace gas turbine engines. This Dayton-based public corporation is a global supplier supporting aviation OEMs and MROs with mission-critical components from its 360,000 square foot facility.

ArcelorMittal USA, LLC (Shelby, OH – 650 employees)

Operating one of the largest tubing plants in the country, ArcelorMittal’s Shelby, Ohio site spans 3 million square feet and specializes in mechanical, cold drawn, and hot finish seamless tubing. Established in 1890, this public corporation is a major international supplier and QS9000 certified.

Curtis Maruyasu America, Inc. (Lebanon, KY – 600 employees)

Curtis Maruyasu manufactures precision steel tubing with a focus on automotive components. Founded in 1984 and privately owned, the company serves local and regional markets from its Kentucky location and supports OEMs with engineered fluid control tubing and assemblies.

Mueller Copper Tube Co., Inc. (Fulton, MS – 600 employees)

A key player in copper tubing production, Mueller Copper Tube operates out of a 400,000 square foot facility in Fulton, Mississippi. Since 1969, this internationally focused public corporation has supplied HVAC, plumbing, and industrial customers with high-quality copper tubing. The company also reports sourcing imported materials.

Cerro Flow Products LLC (Sauget, IL – 500 employees)

Established in 1908, Cerro Flow Products is a long-standing manufacturer of copper tubing and billets. The company’s 775,000 square foot headquarters in Sauget, Illinois anchors its operations, which span global markets. It remains a trusted supplier to plumbing, HVAC, and industrial sectors.

Tenaris-Hickman Corp. (Blytheville, AR – 500 employees)

Tenaris-Hickman is a key national supplier of steel tubing products. Founded in 1978 and operating within a 1 million square foot facility, the company produces tubular goods used in energy, construction, and manufacturing applications. It is part of a global public corporation.

Vallourec, LLC (Youngstown, OH – 500 employees)

Vallourec specializes in seamless hot-rolled tubing and casing products for the oil & gas and power generation sectors. The ISO 9001-certified facility in Youngstown spans 750,000 square feet and provides services like custom threading and coupling manufacturing. Vallourec imports raw materials and supports national distribution.

Corning Pharmaceutical Glass, LLC (Vineland, NJ – 450 employees)

Corning Pharmaceutical Glass produces borosilicate glass tubing used in pharmaceutical and medical applications. Established in 2015, this facility is part of a leading international public corporation and plays a critical role in supplying glass packaging components to drug manufacturers worldwide.

Putnam Plastics Corporation (Dayville, CT – 450 employees)

Putnam Plastics is an ISO 13485:2016 certified leader in advanced polymer extrusions for medical devices. Founded in 1984, this 215,000 square foot facility manufactures catheter and minimally invasive tubing, including custom multi-lumen and wire-coated designs. It serves international medical device markets.

IndustryNet’s Top Tubing Suppliers

IndustryNet’s top tubing suppliers include a wide range of manufacturers and distributors that serve both general-purpose and highly specialized needs. These companies offer tailored capabilities across cutting, bending, coating, machining, and packaging services, along with a strong focus on customer support and just-in-time delivery.

From high-volume production for infrastructure projects to precision tubing for medical and aerospace applications, these suppliers provide the inventory depth, processing expertise, and reliability today’s buyers need. Many also support sustainable practices, offer ISO-certified operations, and maintain regional facilities to better serve customers across the country.

Whether you're sourcing tubing for structural, fluid handling, or custom OEM use, these top-rated suppliers represent some of the best in American manufacturing.

Johnson Bros. Roll Forming Co. (Berkeley, IL)

Johnson Bros. Roll Forming is a leading U.S. manufacturer of roll-formed metal shapes, specializing in custom and standard tubing, channels, angles, and profiles. The company produces open and lock seam tubing in a range of metals, serving construction, display, transportation, and OEM markets with precision-formed components.

Baughman Tile Co. (Paulding, OH)

With over 140 years of history, Baughman Tile is a trusted name in the drainage industry. The company manufactures corrugated plastic tubing systems and drainage products used in agricultural, commercial, and residential water management, combining modern polymer technology with deep industry experience.

Genplex, Inc. (Skowhegan, ME)

Genplex is a custom plastic extrusion manufacturer offering tubing and profile solutions in a wide array of polymers. Known for its engineering flexibility, Genplex serves industries including lighting, medical, and construction with tailored plastic extrusion products and responsive design support.

Lock Joint Tube, LLC (South Bend, IN)

Lock Joint Tube is a producer of electric welded steel tubing, known for precision and strength. The company serves diverse industries such as automotive, construction, and fitness equipment, with advanced in-line fabrication and value-added services at multiple manufacturing locations.

Nucor Tubular Products (Marseilles, IL)

Part of the Nucor Corporation, Nucor Tubular Products offers a wide range of structural steel tubing for infrastructure, energy, transportation, and OEM applications. The company emphasizes sustainable manufacturing, domestic sourcing, and consistent, high-quality production.

Phillips Tube Group (Middletown, OH)

A certified woman-owned business, Phillips Tube Group has over 50 years of expertise in producing carbon steel, stainless, and galvanized tubing. It supplies to key sectors like HVAC, automotive, and construction with a focus on American-made quality and lean manufacturing.

Triad Metals International (Multiple Locations)

With facilities in Columbia City, IN; Petersburg, VA; and Pittsburgh, PA, Triad Metals is a major distributor and processor of structural steel tubing, pipe, beams, and other long products. The company offers fabrication and logistics services, supporting OEM and infrastructure markets with high-volume capacity and regional distribution.

Jett Cutting Service, Inc. (Bedford Park, IL)

Jett Cutting Service specializes in precision sawing and tube cutting services for steel, stainless steel, and aluminum. Serving metal distributors and OEMs, Jett is known for tight tolerances, quick turnaround, and reliable subcontract tube-cutting support.

Michigan Seamless Tube LLC (South Lyon, MI)

Michigan Seamless Tube is a leading producer of cold-drawn seamless carbon and alloy tubing, serving critical sectors like power generation, transportation, and construction. With over 90 years of expertise, MST is known for its U.S.-based production and high-integrity mechanical and pressure-grade products.

New England Tubing Technologies (Lisbon, NH)

New England Tubing Technologies offers custom tubing solutions for the medical, aerospace, and electronics sectors. Specializing in braided, co-extruded, and micro-diameter tubing, the company combines advanced engineering with cleanroom manufacturing for mission-critical applications.

Precision Electronic Glass, Inc. (Vineland, NJ)

Precision Electronic Glass manufactures custom borosilicate and soda-lime glass components, including tubing and capillary products. Serving life sciences, optics, and analytical instrumentation, PEG offers tight tolerance fabrication, annealing, and secondary operations.

Tube Service Co. (Santa Fe Springs, CA)

Tube Service Co. is a West Coast distributor of stainless, carbon, and aluminum tubing products, providing cutting, sawing, and value-added services. The company supports customers in construction, power generation, and industrial fabrication with a focus on prompt delivery and quality assurance.

Welded Tubes, Inc. (Orwell, OH)

Welded Tubes manufactures high-frequency electric resistance welded steel tubing, offering round, square, and rectangular profiles in carbon and stainless steels. With applications ranging from automotive to agriculture, the company emphasizes consistent weld integrity, formability, and just-in-time delivery.

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Key Trends in the U.S. Tubing Industry

As mentioned above, more than half of all tubing manufacturers now distribute their products globally, and nearly a quarter depend on imported raw materials. This puts the sector well above the national manufacturing average in both areas, suggesting a deep integration with international markets.

At the same time, domestic demand remains strong across multiple sectors. Lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and high-performance tubing solutions are in high demand as manufacturers seek materials that improve efficiency and durability. Tubing made from stainless steel, aluminum, copper, and specialty alloys continues to see growth in specialized applications.

Automation and digital machining have also enabled suppliers to offer increasingly precise cuts, bends, and coatings, supporting complex manufacturing requirements. As end-users demand faster turnaround and higher tolerances, tubing suppliers are investing in enhanced processing capabilities and real-time quality control technologies.

Types of Tubing in Use Today

U.S. manufacturers and industrial users rely on a wide variety of tubing types, each tailored to meet specific performance needs:

• Steel Tubing: Common in structural, mechanical, and hydraulic applications. Often found in automotive, oil and gas, and construction markets.
• Aluminum Tubing: Valued for its light weight and corrosion resistance, aluminum tubing is frequently used in aerospace, HVAC, and transportation.
• Copper Tubing: Known for thermal conductivity and used extensively in plumbing, refrigeration, and medical devices.
• Plastic Tubing (PVC, HDPE, PTFE, etc.): Offers flexibility and chemical resistance; popular in food processing, laboratories, and fluid transfer systems.
• Stainless and Specialty Alloy Tubing: Used in high-performance environments including chemical processing, power generation, and medical equipment.

Each material offers distinct advantages in strength, formability, thermal properties, or resistance to corrosion and pressure—making tubing selection critical for end-use performance.

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