Valmont Industries (NYSE:VMI), founded in 1946 by Robert B. Daugherty and headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, is a global leader in engineered products and services for infrastructure and agriculture. The company designs, manufactures, and markets a wide range of metal structures, irrigation equipment, and related services that support vital applications from utility distribution and telecommunications to crop irrigation and erosion control. Over its decades of operation, Valmont has built a reputation for innovation and quality, serving customers in more than 100 countries through an extensive network of manufacturing facilities and sales offices.
In its Infrastructure segment, Valmont produces transmission and distribution poles, transmission towers, lighting and traffic structures, and wireless communication towers. These products support municipal, state, and federal agencies as well as private utilities and telecommunications providers. Valmont’s engineering services include custom design, steel fabrication, galvanizing, and coatings, enabling end-to-end solutions for complex infrastructure projects such as highways, airports, and rail systems.
The company’s Irrigation segment focuses on center-pivot and linear irrigation systems, water-management solutions, and precision irrigation technologies. Valmont’s irrigation products help growers optimize water usage and improve crop yields across a variety of applications, from row crops to specialty agriculture. Through continuous research and development, the company has introduced advanced remote monitoring and control systems that allow farmers to track field conditions and system performance in real time.
Valmont Industries serves markets in North America, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia-Pacific region, adapting its offerings to local needs and regulatory requirements. The company’s global reach is supported by an executive leadership team that carries forward the founder’s commitment to customer service, operational excellence, and sustainable growth. With a longstanding emphasis on safety and environmental stewardship, Valmont continues to expand its product portfolio while maintaining strong relationships with communities and customers around the world.
