Atkore Buys FRE Composites

Atkore Inc., Harvey, IL, acquired FRE Composites Group, a manufacturer of fiberglass conduit solutions for the electrical, transportation, telecommunications and infrastructure markets.

“With several decades in the industry, FRE Composites has leading-edge products and a strong reputation for innovation,” said John Pregenzer, president of Atkore’s Electrical business. “This acquisition expands Atkore’s conduit product portfolio and enables us to serve customers better by offering more options to meet their various needs.”

FRE Composites manufactures fiberglass conduit systems that are lightweight, corrosion resistant and easy to install. The company is headquartered in Saint-André-d’Argenteuil near Montréal, Québec, with an additional production facility in Pueblo, CO. With approximately 90 employees, it will continue operating at both locations. Terms of the sale are undisclosed.