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Smith Industries Launches Utility Pole Manufacturing Business


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Smith Industries, a respected Midland, Texas company renowned for its exceptional surface production equipment fabrication services across West Texas and the Permian Basin, is thrilled to announce its strategic entry into the tubular steel utility structure manufacturing sector. The birth of Smith Industries – Utility Division represents a significant step forward in the company's ongoing mission to support local infrastructure needs. With a well-established reputation for quality and reliability, Smith Industries is poised to meet the increasing demand for utility poles in the U.S. This initiative not only reinforces the company's commitment to excellence but also positions it as a vital contributor to the development of essential manufacturing solutions, ensuring that communities benefit from enhanced infrastructure and reliable services. The investment in this new division is a testament to Smith Industries' dedication to innovation in the energy delivery sector and community support, leading to sustainable growth and improved service for all stakeholders involved.


Meeting Growing Demand with Quality and Innovation


The demand for pre-engineered and custom steel transmission, distribution and substation structures has increased substantially, driven by reliability and resiliency concerns, infrastructure upgrades and growing renewable generation throughout Texas and nationwide. Smith Industries recognizes the importance of providing durable utility poles that meet rigorous standards for quality and safety. The company has made substantial investments to ensure that each pole produced will be a testament to its dedication to excellence.

Smith Utility structures will be professionally designed and accurately manufactured to withstand varying environmental conditions, ensuring reliability for communities relying on these structures for critical power and telecommunications services. Smith Industries’ extensive experience in fabrication will serve as a strong foundation for this new business line, as we bring the same precision, attention to detail, and adherence to stringent quality standards.


Pursuing ISO Certification: Setting Standards in Utility Pole Manufacturing


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Smith Industries is dedicated to maintaining industry-leading standards in every facet of our operations. To reinforce this commitment, Smith is supplementing our existing ASME and API quality certifications with an ISO certification for our utility structure manufacturing processes. This internationally recognized certification will be a cornerstone in guaranteeing that every pole produced meets strict global standards for safety, quality, and consistency.

Achieving ISO certification will reflect Smith Industries’ commitment to quality, accountability, and customer trust.


State-of-the-Art Investment: New Machines and Dedicated Manufacturing Facilities

 

To facilitate this new line of business, Smith Industries has made strategic investments in cutting-edge manufacturing technology and infrastructure. Equipment specifically designed for utility structure production has been installed in dedicated facilities within our 70-acre property, ensuring a streamlined and efficient production process. This purpose-built setup enables Smith Industries – Utility Division to produce utility structures safely, precisely and efficiently ensuring a consistent output to meet our customers’ schedules.


Strengthening Regional Infrastructure


As Smith Industries takes this strategic step forward, we’re not just expanding our portfolio, we’re investing in the future of our region and the robustness of the U.S. Power Grid. Reliable utility structures are essential to the infrastructure that powers and connects communities, and Smith Industries is proud to play a pivotal role in supplying this critical component. Our utility structure manufacturing business will directly contribute to the resilience and reliability of power delivery infrastructure across West Texas and nationwide.

By supplying high-quality utility structures to utilities, electric cooperatives, construction companies, and municipalities, Smith Industries is helping to build a stronger, more interconnected region. Our mission is to support the continued growth and stability of our communities, one structure at a time.


Creating U.S. Jobs and Driving Economic Growth


Smith Industries’ investment in utility pole manufacturing extends beyond production capabilities, it’s an investment in our community. This new line of business is expected to create a range of U.S. job opportunities, from skilled technicians and machine operators to project managers and quality assurance experts. By expanding our workforce, Smith Industries contributes to local economic growth, supporting families and strengthening the economy in West Texas and nationwide.


We understand that true community impact goes beyond economic benefits. As a long-standing local business, we are proud to be an employer of choice in the region, providing stable jobs and opportunities for growth within a company that values its employees and their contributions.


A Vision for the Future of American Utility Pole Manufacturing


Smith Industries’ utility pole manufacturing business is rooted in a vision for sustainable growth, quality, and innovation that directly benefits our community and the broader American manufacturing landscape. By building our utility poles here in the United States, Smith Industries supports local economies, provides jobs, and contributes to the resurgence of American manufacturing. This commitment reflects our belief in the importance of domestic production—ensuring that the materials and products used to support our infrastructure are crafted by skilled American hands.  Every utility structure that we ship is designed, drafted, and 100% crafted in Texas, by Texans.


Looking ahead, Smith Industries remains dedicated to evolving alongside the needs of the communities we serve. As we continue to invest in advanced technology and expand our capabilities, we are committed to producing utility poles that are not only reliable and durable but also proudly American-made. By reinforcing local manufacturing, we strengthen our region's self-sufficiency, contribute to job creation, and help build a resilient infrastructure that powers our communities forward.


Join Us on This Exciting Journey


ISO certification, state-of-the-art facilities, and an experienced, passionate team, Smith Industries is ready to lead the utility structure manufacturing business in West Texas and nationwide. We invite you to learn more about our journey, explore partnership opportunities, and see firsthand the quality and dedication that define Smith Industries.


For inquiries or to explore our full range of services, visit our contact page or reach out directly to our team. Let’s build the future of our region together—one utility pole at a time.

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