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CONCRETE PIPES AND MANHOLES106 CPI %u2013 Concrete Plant International %u2013 6 | 2025 www.cpi-worldwide.comNansemond Pre-Cast Concrete Co. is embracing the future with a bold expansion into pipe production, powered by Afinitas automation. Rooted in a strong family legacy and a culture of quality and customer-first values, NPCC%u2019s new plant showcases cutting-edge technology and a commitment to workforce development. Discover how the McConnell family is shaping the next chapter of precast innovation.For Bo McConnell and his brother Brandon, the key to success, in the precast industry as well as any other venture, is attention to detail and ownership at all levels, backed by a customer-first culture and an unwavering commitment to quality. Their father, Doug, founded Nansemond Pre-Cast Concrete Co. Inc. (NPCC) in 1970, in Suffolk, Virginia. John, Doug%u2019s brother, came to NPCC a couple of years later and both worked toward a culture and values that still exist today in NPCC%u2019s business model. The values instilled in Bo and Brandon at a very early age remain central to the company. The brothers assumed dayto-day operations in the early 2000s and have built a dynamic team of employees that has led NPCC to steady growth. NPCC has been fortunate that members of the family wanted to follow the mission started 55 years ago, according to Bo McConnell. A third generation is now in place at the plant. Bo%u2019s son Dalton is vice president of Pipe Operations, while stepson David Speckhart serves as vice president of Sales. Brandon%u2019s nephews, Tyler Whitley, vice president of Operations, and Hunter Whitley, Human Resources manager, are also heavily entrenched. Brandon%u2019s son Blake, 14, is also showing interest in helping the company move forward in a few years. It%u2019s that culture that has enabled NPCC to survive and grow a business in a challenging and ever-changing industry. Since NPCC%u2019s founding, the company has grown to over 80 employees, located on a 45-acre site with more than 80,000 sq. ft. of production under roof. NPCC also has a fabrication facility in a nearby industrial park that is used to fabricate and repair formwork used in day-to-day production. Automation, Quality, and Culture Drive Nansemond%u2019s Bold Move into Pipe Plant ExpansionAfinitas, Clayton, MO 63105 USANPCC CEO Bo McConnell (right) with his son Dalton. Forklift operates powered seam form jackets made by Afinitas.