International Pipe Group was founded in 1978 by Alfred H. Karchmer. In 1985, his son, Donald, joined the business after graduating from college. Together, they spent the next several decades growing it into one of the nation’s leading steel pipe distributors. Today, as a third-generation family-owned and -operated business, we take our reputation very seriously and always operate with the highest level of integrity. It is our mission to achieve excellence in customer satisfaction each and every day!

At International Pipe Group’s headquarters in Oklahoma City, we operate a 35-acre, full-service facility, which houses our corporate offices, processing center, and state-of-the-art fabrication and coating shop. Our experienced staff and yard crew are always working hard to ensure accurate order processing and prompt customer service.

We supply products to dealers, end users, and contractors for a wide range of applications, including but not limited to general construction, utilities, boring/excavation, infrastructure, and oil and gas. With tens of thousands of tons in stock, customers can believe that we have the steel pipe they need for their next project. For over 45 years, we have remained your one-stop source for new, used, and surplus steel pipe, ranging in diameter from 1/4" to 120", in numerous wall thicknesses, and with various finishes.

We’ve also experienced continued growth in recent years. In 2006, International Pipe purchased the assets of KJC Pipe in Rialto, CA and its office in Phoenix, AZ. In 2011, we acquired Liberty Heavy Mountain Pipe near Twin Falls, ID, and formed Bison Pipe. In 2012, we purchased the assets of J.A. Gilbert Pipe & Supply in Shreveport, LA. In 2015, we acquired a former VRC Global manufacturing facility, near Tulsa, OK. In 2019, we acquired P.N. Best & Co. near Seattle, WA, and formed Bigfoot Pipe & Piling.

As International Pipe Group has continued to grow, Big Bear Pipe & Steel and Red Fox Pipe & Fence have expanded the reach and capabilities of our family of businesses. Big Bear Pipe & Steel provides reliable steel pipe solutions backed by the strength and service of International Pipe Group. Red Fox Pipe & Fence supports customers with steel pipe, fencing products, gates, panels, fabrication, and dependable material sourcing for projects across a wide range of industries.