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TOMORROW BELONGS TO THOSE WHO BUILD IT.

For Fratco, 2023 marks a century of inspired innovation, outstanding teamwork and unbeatable service. Join us for our year-long celebration as we pay tribute to the past and charge onward to the future.

TOMORROW BELONGS TO THOSE WHO BUILD IT.

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For Fratco, 2023 marks a century of inspired innovation, outstanding teamwork and unbeatable service. Join us for our year-long celebration as we pay tribute to the past and charge onward to the future.

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Learn more about Fratco’s history from

STEVE
OVERMYER

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Learn more about Fratco’s innovation from

CHRIS
OVERMYER

Learn more about what family means at Fratco with

DEREK
OVERMYER

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100 Year Video Series

Three generations of a family steeped in Fratco come together to reflect on a century of success. Join Steve, Chris and Derek Overmyer as they discuss the company’s history, its approach to innovation and the tight-knit work environment that holds it all together.

Tried & True 100-Year Anniversary Edition

The deepest roots of Fratco are revealed in this special, centennial-themed issue of Tried & True. Learn how a humble, small-town tile mill grew into a nationwide company and industry frontrunner.

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Contractor Spotlights

Fratco’s century of success wouldn’t be possible without our committed contractors and partners. Check out a few of their stories below!

Quality Over Quantity

In 2013, Jon Pfeifer laid the foundation for PNA Drainage in Richland, Iowa out of a passion for drainage and a wealth of experience in...

Adapting & Thriving in the Field

In the heart of Mazon, IL, there's a company that embodies the spirit of hard work and versatility—Precision Farm Drainage, Inc. At the helm of...

Beyond Pipe & Profit

Drainage Solutions, Inc., a long-time partner of Fratco, is a remarkable drainage systems and solutions distribution company that has not only weathered the storms of...

Tapping Into Innovation

Central Plastics Inc. is a remarkable success story in the drainage industry. We talked with Curt Yoder, co-founder of Central Plastics Inc., to get the...

Pullins Drainage and Excavating, LLC

Over six decades ago, a 25 year old David Pullins took a chance and started Pullins Drainage and Excavation, LLC. The business succeeded and it...

Jim Vantiger

Recount the life and legacy of Iowan farmer, James "Jim" Vantiger, who built a successful farming and grain broker business, played a crucial role in...

The Perfect Fit

The town of Birmingham, Iowa doesn’t have the notoriety of the famous Alabama city that shares its name. Of course, that’s to be expected for...

Generations in the Making

Few can claim a closer connection to the excavation business than Rudy DeSabatine. Not only has Rudy spent his own professional life laying tile, he...