History
Avail’s journey showcases the strength and heritage of our legacy brands, reflecting our commitment to excellence and innovation. This timeline highlights the pivotal moments that shaped Avail Infrastructure Solutions into the global industry leader it is today.
1956
Aztec Manufacturing Establishes its Headquarters in Fort Worth, Texas
Aztec Manufacturing sets up its headquarters in Fort Worth, TX, to design and distribute steel, metal, iron, and plastic products for the oil industry.
1990
A New Direction Leads to New Acquisitions
Seeking to expand into adjacent industries, Aztec acquires RIG-A-LITE Inc. in Houston, TX, a leading manufacturer of industrial lighting for hazardous environments founded in 1938.
1990
The Calvert Company Becomes Part of Aztec’s Growth Plan
Aztec expands into electrical bus duct system design and installation by acquiring The Calvert Company in Richmond, MS, established in 1957.
1993
Aztec Acquires Atkinson Industries
Aztec enters the fabricated enclosure systems industry by acquiring Atkinson in Pittsburg, KS, a leading manufacturer of modular electrical enclosures (e-houses), founded in 1919.
1993
Formation of the Electrical Products Group
Aztec forms the Electrical Products Group by combining Atkinson, Calvert, and RIG-A-LITE Inc.
1999
Compressed Gas Insulated Transmission (CGIT) Business Takes Aztec Into New Territory
Aztec acquires CGIT in Medway, MA, which originated in 1969, strengthening Aztec’s long-distance power transmission capabilities.
2000
Aztec Becomes AZZ Incorporated
Aztec rebrands as AZZ Incorporated to mark the beginning of the 21st century.
2001
Addition of Central Electric Manufacturing to AZZ’s Service Offering
The acquisition of Central Electric Manufacturing in Fulton, MO, founded in 1956, adds metal-clad switchgear and power distribution centers (PDCs) to AZZ’s electrical product portfolio.
2013
Specialty Welding Strengthens AZZ’s Portfolio
AZZ acquires Aquilex SRO, encompassing Welding Services Inc. (WSI) and Southeastern Mechanical Service in Norcross, GA, established in 1978, enhancing its welding capabilities.
2016
Formation of AZZ Enclosure Systems LLC
AZZ strengthens its position in the e-house market with protective relay panels and integrated relay control enclosures by acquiring Power Electronics Inc. (PEI) in Millington, MD, founded in 1989, leading to the formation of AZZ Enclosure Systems LLC.
2017
Enhancement of Switchgear Offering
AZZ expands its portfolio with padmount, metal-clad, and metal-enclosed switchgear, as well as manufacturing capacity and market reach with Powergrid Solutions Inc. in Oshkosh, WI, established in 1982.
2018
Expansion of AZZ Enclosure (E-House) Offerings
AZZ acquires assets from Lectrus Corporation in Chattanooga, TN, founded in 1968, bolstering its custom electrical enclosures division.
2022
Introducing Avail Infrastructure Solutions
Fernweh Group acquires a majority stake in AZZ’s Infrastructure Solutions segment, rebranding it as Avail Infrastructure Solutions, the future of industrial technology. WSI relocates to Suwanee, GA, and Avail uses the same building as its world headquarters.
2023
Avail Acquires Assets of Custom Power Enclosures (CPE) Houston
Avail Infrastructure Solutions acquires the assets of CPE in Houston, TX, established in 1983, converting the enclosure facility to expand the company’s manufacturing footprint to meet utility customer needs across the United States.
2024
Avail Acquires CPES, Expanding Power Distribution Technology and Enabling Customer-Focused Critical Power Solutions
Avail acquires WASP Critical Power & Equipment Solutions (CPES) in Kewanee, IL, expanding its switchgear portfolio with low-voltage solutions for electric vehicle infrastructure, data centers, and renewables.