KOP
- Koppers Holdings Inc.
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Overview
Company Summary
Koppers Holdings Inc. is a global vendor of wood products and chemicals, primarily serving customers in the railroad, utility, and construction industries. The company operates through three main business segments: Carbon Materials and Chemicals (CMC), Railroad and Utility Products and Services (RUPS), and Performance Chemicals (PC).
In the Carbon Materials and Chemicals segment, Koppers produces and sells carbon pitch, carbon black feedstock, and refined coal tar products. These materials are used in various industries, including aluminum, steel, water, and wastewater treatment.
The Railroad and Utility Products and Services segment is focused on providing treated wood products, mainly used for the construction and maintenance of railroad tracks, and utility poles used in the transmission and distribution of electricity. This segment also offers rail joint bars, switch ties, and rail anchors. Through this segment, Koppers serves both class I railroads and regional railroads, as well as electric utilities.
The Performance Chemicals segment of Koppers provides products for use in the preservation and protection of wood, including wood treatment chemicals and services. These chemicals are used to enhance the durability and extend the life of wood products in various applications such as residential and commercial construction, fencing, and agricultural purposes.
Overall, Koppers Holdings Inc. is focused on providing essential products and services to industries requiring wood and chemical-based materials. The company aims to contribute to the development and sustainability of its customers by providing innovative solutions to meet their specific needs.