Record-Breaking Quarterly Revenue and Gross Profit
Consolidated net sales increased 9.7% year-over-year to $130.2 million, marking the highest quarterly revenue ever reported by the company. Gross profit rose 40% year-over-year to $27 million, also a quarterly record.
Strong Performance in Steel Pressure Pipe Segment
Revenue from the steel pressure pipe segment totaled $85.9 million, increasing 6.7% year-over-year, driven by high production levels and strong bidding environment.
Impressive Growth in Precast Segment
Precast revenue increased 15.8% year-over-year to a new quarterly record of $44.3 million, driven by strong demand in the residential sector.
Improved Gross Margins
Consolidated gross margin increased to 20.8% from 16.3% in the third quarter of 2023. Steel Pressure Pipe (SPP) gross margin rose to 19.4%, while Precast gross margin improved to 23.5%.
Strong Cash Flow and Financial Health
Net cash provided by operating activities was $22.7 million in Q3 2024, compared to $16.9 million in Q3 2023, supported by improved profitability.
Positive Outlook for Future Growth
Expectations for a strong fourth quarter, similar market conditions in 2025 as 2024, and anticipated benefits from the IIJA funding in the coming years.