A Legacy for All: The Story of Copps Industries and Why it Matters to You

Over beers and peanuts one day in 1979, Pat Copps and his business partner laid the foundation for a company that values integrity, quality, and service above all else. What started as a small partnership has evolved into a company known for its high-quality products and customer-centric approach.

When you choose to work with Copps Industries, you’re partnering with a company that prioritizes your success. Here, we’re exploring how our dedication to customer-focused solutions sets us apart in the industry.

Vision and Values

At Copps Industries, our success is rooted in our core values and driven by our vision. Our mission is shaped by our founder’s dedication to delivering tailored solutions and superior service with integrity and respect.

Our work is guided by specific standards that you’ll see in the way we treat everyone we work with. We treat our customers and employees with the utmost respect, understanding that their success is intertwined with ours. 

We believe in empowering our team members to grow personally and professionally, ensuring each interaction reflects our commitment to excellence. Your success is our top priority, and that means you can trust us to deliver solutions that meet your unique needs.

Evolution and Innovation

Throughout our history, Copps Industries has continually evolved. From opening a facility with our first dedicated R&D laboratory in 1992 to achieving ISO 9001-2015 certification on our first attempt in 1998, we’ve worked hard to set the standard for quality and innovation in our industry. 

Today, our state-of-the-art manufacturing and R&D facilities symbolize our ongoing commitment to providing high-quality epoxy resins, eco-friendly solutions, and unmatched customer service around the globe. Our dedication to quality extends beyond products—it encompasses continuous learning, adaptation, and implementation of new ideas to improve our processes and outcomes.

Our ongoing commitment to innovation means you benefit from cutting-edge products and state-of-the-art solutions that enhance your operations and competitiveness in the market

Commitment to People, Commitment to the Environment

Our approach is governed by what’s in the best interest of our employees, customers, and the environment. Our dedication to safety, sustainability, and environmental stewardship drives everything we do, from implementing eco-conscious practices to formulating top-tier products.

We’ve taken proactive steps to minimize our environmental footprint, removing flammables and chlorinated solvents from our operations, reformulating core products with less toxic materials, and more. And as an ISO 9001-2015 Certified Custom Epoxy Resin Formulator, we uphold strict standards and certifications, ensuring consistency and reliability in every product we deliver. We’re proud to be innovators in our industry, offering cost-effective, uniquely formulated systems that enhance performance and reduce environmental impact.

We prioritize workplace safety and environmental stewardship in our own operations and for our customers. When you partner with Copps, you’re not just choosing a supplier—you’re choosing a partner committed to sustainable solutions that benefit your business and our planet’s future.

Customer Focus and Ownership

Unlike some of our competitors, who have been acquired by private equity firms, Copps Industries remains proudly privately held and family owned. This ensures we maintain control over our business, which allows us to preserve our vision and values and maintain our unwavering customer focus. 

Being privately held also allows us the flexibility and agility to innovate freely—and that means you can look to Copps for creative solutions that corporations constrained by shareholder demands may not provide. We prioritize your needs over short-term financial gains, ensuring you receive tailored solutions and personalized service.

Join Us in Our Legacy

When you partner with Copps Industries, you’re not just a customer—you become part of our extended family. We take pride in a unique approach and sense of ownership that resonates from entrepreneur to entrepreneur. Our dedicated team of more than 60 people is committed to ensuring every interaction reflects our values and commitment to excellence. Experience the difference of working with a company driven by integrity, innovation, and a commitment to people and the environment. Explore Copps Industries’ legacy on our website, where you can hear directly from our founder. Join us on our journey—reach out today to learn more about working with Copps Industries. complex engineering projects.

Copps Industries: Your Process Partner

At Copps Industries, we redefine what it means to be a supplier. Beyond just delivering products, we act as a dedicated partner committed to your success. From our Virtual Chemist services to our unique process engineering expertise, we’re here to develop the right product formulations and advise on the ideal process for what you want to accomplish.

Consultative Partnership

Our philosophy is simple: we’re not successful until you are. This drives our approach to every project. Our custom solutions are designed based on your input, ensuring every product meets your specifications and performance requirements. When our products and your process work together seamlessly, we know we’ve done our job right.

“Ask An Expert” in Composites

Members of our team are deeply familiar with the world of composites, allowing us to provide informal consultation on design considerations and manufacturing processes in addition to formulating the perfect epoxy. Whether you’re facing challenges in scaling production or meeting strict quality requirements, you can “ask an expert” in composites.

Delivering Value Beyond Products

Across industries, our ability to deliver comprehensive solutions beyond just epoxies makes us a trusted partner. Engineers by training, some of our experts are equipped to consult from initial concept to final execution. Our willingness to openly share knowledge and insights means we’re ready to serve as a go-to resource for your team. It’s a value-add that enhances your overall experience with Copps.

Tailored Support

Personalized process engineering support isn’t something you’ll find offered by other suppliers. Our willingness to collaborate sets us apart. Whether you’re a startup or a seasoned manufacturer, our focus is on driving innovation together.

Example: UC Berkeley’s Formula SAE Team

Copps Industries has partnered with the UC Berkeley Formula Racing team for several years. The team is composed of a diverse group of students from various disciplines, including mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and business. We’ve supported their projects by providing state-of-the-art epoxy resins essential for crafting key components of their race car. Advanced materials and processes play a big role in the Formula SAE competition, and our experts have worked closely with the students to advise on the best resin systems and processes to optimize the performance and reliability of their car.

Imagine a scenario where the UC Berkeley Formula SAE racing team is developing a new carbon fiber component for their race car. They need a lightweight but durable solution that can withstand high-speed impacts on the track. Copps Industries would step up and serve as both a supplier and a process partner for their project.

In this hypothetical example, the UC Berkeley Formula SAE team might face a few challenges:

• Design Complexity: The team is designing a complex carbon fiber structure that needs to be manufactured with precision to ensure high performance.
• Production Scalability: They need a manufacturing process that can scale to produce multiple identical components efficiently.
• Performance Requirements: The composite part must meet strict performance criteria for weight reduction and mechanical strength.

To help, our composites expert would advise the UC Berkeley Formula SAE team on choosing the right epoxy resin formulation to meet their structural requirements and also enhance the manufacturing process. We might advise on optimizing the lay-up process and curing parameters to achieve consistent quality from one production batch to the next. This could include recommending techniques for fiber orientation and resin infusion to maximize strength and minimize weight.

With Copps Industries’ unique expertise, the UC Berkeley Formula Racing team could successfully develop a carbon fiber component for their race car that exceeds performance expectations and gives them a competitive edge on the track. This example showcases the value of partnership and specialized knowledge to drive success in complex engineering projects.

Copps Industries: Where Partnership is Paramount

Copps Industries delivers more than just top-quality products. We empower our customers and partners—like the UC Berkeley Formula Racing team—to innovate in the world of composite manufacturing. 

We believe the right partner can make all the difference to your success. When you choose Copps, you choose a team dedicated to your success. Contact us today to learn more about Copps Industries and get started collaborating today.