Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted HVAC & Plumbing Manufacturing Solutions
Founded in 1962 by John D. Collins, our company has grown from a small family heating business into a trusted manufacturer of HVAC and plumbing industry products. We specialize in creating time-saving solutions like Basset Brackets, Stud Guards, and Pipe Supports that meet evolving industry needs. With over six decades of experience, we combine patented innovations with a veteran workforce averaging 10 years of service to deliver quality components. Our manufacturing capabilities span high-speed presses, welding, and custom finishing to meet OEM requirements for both short and long production runs. We maintain Just-In-Time delivery systems to ensure 98% on-time shipments through our national wholesale distribution network.Our Basset Product Line serves 2,500+ plumbing and HVAC wholesalers with reliable code-compliant solutions. Through three generations of family leadership, we've maintained core values of quality craftsmanship and customer satisfaction. Our engineering team works directly with clients to develop custom metal handles, cleats, and specialized components without minimum order requirements. We invest in continuous process improvements across our 60,000 sq ft facility to maintain competitive pricing without compromising quality. From our Sturgeon Bay headquarters, we serve diverse industries with everything from motor mounting bases to PEX tubing supports.
Services
HVAC Products
Plumbing Products
Custom Manufacturing
Metal Handles
Product Catalog
Details
- Year established: 1962
Highlights and features
- We have 60+ years of specialized manufacturing experience in HVAC and plumbing industries
- Our veteran workforce averages 10 years of service per employee
- We guarantee 98% on-time delivery through our wholesale distribution network
- We offer custom manufacturing solutions without minimum order requirements
- We maintain 60,000 sq ft of production space with diverse machining capabilities
Services
HVAC Products
We manufacture specialized installation products for HVAC contractors including Basset Brackets, pipe supports, and PEX tubing solutions. Our components help reduce labor time while meeting code requirements. These products ensure proper system installation and long-term reliability for residential and commercial HVAC applications.
Plumbing Products
Our plumbing industry solutions include Stud Guards, Stub Out Bars, and water heater stands that simplify installation processes. These code-compliant components help plumbers achieve professional results efficiently. Our products support both traditional and modern plumbing system configurations across various building types.
Custom Manufacturing
We provide tailored manufacturing services for OEM clients using high-speed presses and multi-slide machines. Our capabilities include welding, finishing, and just-in-time delivery solutions. This service supports diverse industries requiring precision metal components with flexible production volumes.
Metal Handles
We produce a wide range of handles and cleats for OEM applications including formed tubular, flat metal, and wire-formed options. Our engineering team works with clients to develop customized solutions without tooling costs. Available in various finishes including plastic coating for different functional requirements.
Product Catalog
Our comprehensive catalog features HVAC and plumbing solutions from Basset Brackets to specialized metal components. The 2023 catalog includes technical specifications and application guidelines. This resource helps contractors and distributors select appropriate products for specific installation requirements.
People
Jim Collins
President
Third-generation leader with 35 years of industry experience guiding strategic direction and maintaining family values in manufacturing operations.
Luke Collins
Vice President
Manages operational efficiency and production quality with 20 years of hands-on experience in metal fabrication and component manufacturing processes.
Jerry Mellenberger
General Manager
Oversees daily operations with 25 years of manufacturing leadership ensuring production meets strict quality standards and delivery commitments.
Zane Statz
Director of Sales & Marketing
Leads market expansion efforts with 15 years of industry relationships connecting our products with distributor and contractor needs nationwide.
Terry Bailey
Office Manager
Coordinates administrative operations with 18 years of experience ensuring smooth communication between production, sales, and customer service teams.
Questions
What industries do you serve?
We primarily serve HVAC and plumbing contractors through wholesale distribution channels, with additional industrial clients requiring custom metal components.
Do you offer custom product solutions?
Yes, our engineering team develops custom handles, cleats, and specialized components without minimum order requirements or tooling costs.
What is your delivery reliability?
We maintain 98% on-time delivery performance through our established wholesale distribution network and just-in-time manufacturing capabilities.
How long have you been in business?
We've been manufacturing quality components since 1962, with three generations of family leadership maintaining our core values.
What production capabilities do you have?
Our 60,000 sq ft facility houses high-speed presses, four-slide machines, welding stations, and finishing systems to meet diverse production needs.
Where are your products available?
Our Basset Product Line is stocked by over 2,500 plumbing and HVAC wholesalers nationwide for contractor access when needed.
Reviews (1)
Keith Klein
Mar 29, 2016
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Outstanding, well-run, multi-generation family business. Already well-established in the first generation, the 2nd and 3rd generations work hard to service customers and the community.
