Baton Rouge-headquartered Bernhard Capital Partners has plans to sell United Weld Holdings, parent company of Epic Piping and BendTec, to One Equity Partners, reports Baton Rouge Business Report. The transaction is expected to be completed by Q4 2026, subject to customary closing conditions and approvals. Epic Piping, one of the largest privately owned pipe fabrication and distribution firms in the world, is United Weld Holdings’ flagship operating company.
Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. “This realization marks a significant milestone for our firm,” said Mark Spender, BCP partner and chief investment officer, in a statement. “Epic has been one of our defining investments and an important part of Bernhard’s story. Pipe fabrication is deeply rooted in our heritage, giving us a unique understanding of the industry and confidence in the company’s long-term potential. We are incredibly proud of what the team has accomplished and believe Epic is well positioned for continued success.”
Epic Piping’s footprint is global, with locations in Baton Rouge; Lake Providence; Livingston; Houston; San Marcos, Texas; and Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The company’s corporate headquarters is on Interline Avenue in Baton Rouge.
Epic Piping in December announced a $25 million expansion and upgrade of its advanced manufacturing operations in Livingston. The project will create 76 direct new jobs and help the company meet rising demand across natural gas, nuclear, data center and other energy-related markets. Expanded operations will begin in early 2027.
