American Concrete Pressure Pipe Association

10/06/2026

The American Concrete Pressure Pipe Association (ACPA) plays an important role in supporting the concrete pressure pipe industry and the critical infrastructure it serves.
Concrete pressure pipe is designed for demanding water transmission applications, providing durability, structural strength, and long-term performance. Through industry collaboration, technical knowledge, education, and a commitment to quality, ACPA helps advance the standards and practices that keep essential water infrastructure performing for generations.
Strong infrastructure starts with strong solutions.
From water treatment facilities to major transmission systems, concrete pressure pipe continues to be a trusted choice for moving one of our most valuable resources—water.
Let’s continue working together to build resilient, reliable infrastructure for the future. www.acppa.org

The ACPPA is a non-profit trade organization dedicated to providing information and support to all those in the water pipeline industry.

10/01/2026

Quality at Every Step.
From raw material production to final pipe inspection, concrete pressure pipe manufacturing is governed by rigorous specifications, standards, testing, and inspections.
ASTM and AWWA requirements—and project specifications—guide the process from:
🔹 Raw materials and components
🔹 Cylinder and joint ring manufacturing
🔹 Core placement and curing
🔹 Wire/reinforcing rod application
🔹 Coating application and curing
🔹 Final inspection
The American Concrete Pressure Pipe Association (ACPPA) plays a key role in supporting quality assurance throughout manufacturing.
Because quality isn't added at the end, it's built into the process from start to finish.
www.acppa.org

09/18/2026

ACPA Project Spotlight: Building Mississauga’s Infrastructure for the Future

The Burnhamthorpe Water Project is a strong example of how innovative infrastructure solutions can support major urban growth while minimizing community disruption.

With more than 12 km of water and wastewater infrastructure required to support the rapidly growing Mississauga City Centre, the project team turned to tunnelling and trenchless construction methods to reduce impacts on traffic, residents, businesses, and surrounding infrastructure.

1,500 m of 1,200-mm sanitary sewer was installed using micro-tunnelling, minimizing surface disruption along narrow streets serving City Hall, Square One Shopping Centre, and Sheridan College.

Tunnelling installed 3,700 m of 1,500-mm watermain, significantly reducing traffic interruptions along Burnhamthorpe Road—one of the area’s major arterial routes.

The project demonstrates the important role of concrete pressure pipe and innovative underground construction in delivering durable, high-capacity water infrastructure in challenging urban environments.

As Mississauga City Centre continues to grow—with 25,000 new residents and 20,000 additional jobs anticipated by 2031—projects like Burnhamthorpe are helping build the infrastructure needed for the next generation of the city.

The American Concrete Pressure Pipe Association (ACPA) is proud to highlight projects that demonstrate the value of durable, efficient, and sustainable concrete pressure pipe solutions.
Innovative engineering. Durable infrastructure. Built for generations.

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08/28/2026

A member of the American Concrete Pressure Pipe Association (ACPPA), Thompson Pipe Group will be at the Chesapeake Tri-Association Conference (Tri-Con) this September in Ocean City, MD! Visit Thompson Pipe Group at Booth #104 and join fellow water and wastewater professionals to discuss resilient piping solutions and sustainable infrastructure. Booth #104 www.acppa.org

08/19/2026

Two types of Concrete Pressure Pipe (CPP) are ideal materials for delivering large volumes of chilled water. Those are Lined Cylinder Prestressed Concrete Pipe (AWWA C301) and Bar Wrapped Steel Cylinder Concrete Pipe (AWWA C303). Both types of pipes are available in diameters from 16” and larger, depending on the local pipe manufacturer's capabilities. Find out more about CPP by visiting our website at www.acppa.org

08/12/2026

Meet the Thompson Pipe Group team, a member of the American Concrete Pressure Pipe Association (ACPPA), at the Ohio One Water Conference in Cincinnati, Ohio!

Join more than 2,000 water and wastewater professionals at the First Financial Convention Center to explore emerging technologies, share industry insights, and discuss solutions to today’s challenges while preparing for tomorrow’s opportunities. Let’s connect, learn, collaborate, and lead together. Stop by and see us! www.acppa.org

The ACPPA is a non-profit trade organization dedicated to providing information and support to all those in the water pipeline industry.

08/07/2026

Powering Reliability with Concrete Pressure Pipe

Power plants depend on reliable water infrastructure—and concrete pressure pipe (CPP) delivers.

- Handles high-pressure cooling, circulating, and intake/discharge systems

- Resists corrosion and abrasion for decades of dependable performance

- Provides a 100+ year design life with low maintenance

- Maximizes hydraulic efficiency and reduces lifecycle costs

- Supports sustainable, resilient infrastructure

From thermal and nuclear to renewable energy facilities, concrete pressure pipe offers the strength, durability, and long-term value needed for critical water conveyance systems. Learn more about the advantages CPP provides in various applications at: https://acppa.org/resources

07/31/2026

Attending UESI Pipeline 2026 Conference? Stop by the American Concrete Pressure Pipe Association (ACPPA)’s booth. Pipelines 2026 is being held at the Huntington Place Convention Center in Detroit from August 1st to 5th. www.acppa.org

07/29/2026

Thompson Pipe Group will be attending Pipelines 2026 in Detroit, MI, from August 1st –5th. Visit one of the American Concrete Pressure Pipe Association (ACPPA)'s member Thompson Pipe Group at Booth #113 to connect with the team and explore engineering solutions for concrete pressure pipe systems. They’ll be sharing recent developments and engaging with your questions. www.acppa.org

07/28/2026

Long-term water infrastructure performance depends on effective corrosion protection. Bar-Wrap Concrete Pressure Pipe (CPP) provides exceptional durability through its composite design, with a steel cylinder fully encased in high-density mortar that creates both a physical and chemical barrier against aggressive soils and challenging water chemistry.
This dense, high-pH system helps resist corrosion, preserving structural integrity and watertight performance for decades—even in environments with elevated chloride or sulfate levels, including irrigated agricultural areas, wetlands, and regions with naturally high mineral content.
Learn more about CPP and external protection at: https://acppa.org/resources/corrosion-protection