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Your Trusted Employee-Owned Electrical & Mechanical Contractors
PPC Partners is a leading specialty contracting holding company owned by our employees. We operate five subsidiary businesses serving the upper Midwest and Southeastern United States, delivering high-quality electrical and mechanical contracting and construction services. Our culture of empowerment and servant leadership fosters continuous learning, autonomy, and responsibility, enabling employees to lead, mentor, and grow while maintaining a relentless commitment to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction. Founded in 1947, we transitioned to employee ownership in 1990, ensuring the company remains guided by ethical behavior, progressive practices, and growth for people. Our valuesservant leadership, integrity, courage, and humilityshape our approach to serving clients, communities, and each other.We invest in lifelong learning, community initiatives through the PPC Foundation, and innovative solutions to meet evolving industry demands. With a focus on collaboration across subsidiaries, we provide comprehensive services spanning industrial, commercial, healthcare, and federal sectors. Our low Experience Modification Rate and three-year accident-free record underscore our safety leadership. Headquartered in South Carolina, we serve diverse markets through regional offices and a network of skilled professionals dedicated to excellence.
Services
Electrical Contracting
Mechanical Construction
Industrial Automation
Utility Services
Design-Assist Projects
Details
- Year established: 1947
Highlights and features
- We are 100% employee-owned, aligning our team's success with client satisfaction.
- Our 75+ year history demonstrates deep industry expertise and stability.
- We maintain one of the lowest Experience Modification Rates in the industry.
- Servant leadership culture drives accountability, innovation, and community impact.
- Subsidiaries offer comprehensive solutions across electrical, mechanical, and automation sectors.
Services
Electrical Contracting
PPC Partners delivers comprehensive electrical contracting solutions for residential, industrial, and commercial projects. Our subsidiaries specialize in design-assist, utility infrastructure, and high-voltage systems. With a focus on safety and innovation, we serve healthcare facilities, federal institutions, and major manufacturers across the Midwest and Southeast.
Mechanical Construction
Our mechanical construction services include HVAC, plumbing, and process piping systems for commercial and industrial facilities. Through MetroPower and CarolinaPower, we integrate energy-efficient solutions while maintaining strict adherence to safety and quality standards during installation and maintenance.
Industrial Automation
Pieper Automation provides end-to-end industrial automation solutions for manufacturers nationwide. We design and implement control systems, robotics, and process optimization technologies to enhance productivity and operational efficiency in sectors ranging from automotive to food processing.
Utility Services
MP Systems specializes in high-voltage transmission and distribution infrastructure across the Midwest. Our services include substation construction, line maintenance, and renewable energy integration projects that ensure reliable power delivery for utility providers and municipalities.
Design-Assist Projects
We offer design-assist services that integrate electrical and mechanical expertise early in project planning. This approach optimizes system performance, reduces costs, and ensures seamless execution from concept through completion for complex commercial and institutional buildings.
People
Dick Pieper
Founder
Dick Pieper purchased Pieper Electric in 1960 and led its growth into a national contractor before transitioning the company to employee ownership in 1990. His servant leadership philosophy remains central to PPC Partners' culture.
Kent Velde
Board Leader
Kent Velde assumed board leadership in 2018, continuing PPC Partners' commitment to ethical governance and employee ownership principles established during Richard Pieper's tenure.
Questions
What services does PPC Partners offer?
PPC Partners provides electrical, mechanical, automation, and construction services through subsidiaries like CarolinaPower and Pieper Electric.
Which regions does PPC Partners serve?
We operate across the Midwest and Southeastern United States, including Wisconsin, Georgia, and South Carolina.
Is PPC Partners employee-owned?
Yes, we transitioned to full employee ownership in 1990 to ensure long-term stability and shared success.
How does PPC Partners prioritize safety?
Our safety programs have achieved a three-year accident-free record and one of the industry's lowest EMR rates.
What community initiatives does PPC Partners support?
Through the PPC Foundation, we donate 10% of pre-tax profits to local 501(c)(3) organizations annually.
