A multinational manufacturer and distributor of resilient-rubber, watertight sealing systems and components for underground infrastructure, Hamilton Kent is marking a major milestone in its history with the celebration of its 70th anniversary. 

Founded in 1943 in Kent, Ohio, Hamilton Kent started out as a small manufacturer of rubber components for the war effort. It has since grown into one of North America’s premiere manufacturers of gaskets, connectors and other sealing components for underground infrastructure, operating out of two facilities in Toronto, Ontario, and Winchester, Tenn. 

Hamilton Kent products can now be found in countless underground infrastructure projects in North America, from the pipes supplying clean water to municipal customers to the sanitary sewer pipelines taking the wastewater away for treatment. 

“For decades, and this is even still the case in many parts of the U.S., municipalities were not overly concerned about watertight stormwater conveyance systems, as long as the connections were sealed when the trench was back-filled,” says Alan Siebenthaler, marketing manager. “Cities have been changing over to resilient rubber gaskets and connections to eliminate the possibility of erosion, sink holes and clogged stormwater systems, as well as to protect the environment from leaking pipes and to preserve water tables by eliminating infiltration.” 

Bernard Grégoire, president and COO, says, “Quality products are still critical for keeping underground infrastructure watertight and great customer service is still valued. As we celebrate our 70th birthday this year, we’re proud of our contributions to underground infrastructure.” 

Earlier this year, Hamilton Kent also launched the Manhole Makeover, a yearlong project to get cities, towns and municipalities across Canada and the U.S. to experience its Lifespan System. 

About Hamilton Kent
Hamilton Kent is a multinational manufacturer and distributor of watertight, resilient-rubber sealing systems and components. Focusing primarily on seals for use with infrastructure pipe systems, the company offers service and support from design and development, through production and testing, to warehousing and shipping. For more information, visit www.hamiltonkent.com.