Our History

Over 55 years ago, we started as a small specialty services company. Today we are a multi-service solution provider that delivers value through innovation, partnership, and leveraged technology. 

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Throughout the Years

2023: Apache Industrial United is rebranded as Skyway USA, expanding the Skyway brand and aligning union operations across North America.

2019: The first of five Allform™ patents is issued.

2018: Allform™, Apache’s patented forming and shoring technology, launches as a business line.

2017: Apache Industrial Services, Apache Industrial United, and Skyway Canada are brought together under Apache Industrial Holdings.

2017: Skyway Canada adds industrial fireproofing and coating to its service offerings.

2016: Skyway Canada adds rope access to its service offerings.

2015: Apache Industrial United is formed to serve the U.S. union market.

2014: Apache acquires Southern Insulation and Stark Sandblasting.

2012: Apache acquires ICC, Industrial Coatings Contractors, and Southwest Meridian (composed of Gulf Coast Gunite and Industrial Gunite).

2010: Skyway Canada expands to include industrial insulation services.

2009: Apache forms its own scaffold and fireproofing divisions.

1997: MPCA (Metallizing & Protective Coatings of America, Inc.) joins Apache.

1996: Apache Industrial Painters is founded in Houston, Texas.

1967: Skyway Canada is founded in Toronto, Ontario, as a scaffolding and shoring service provider.

Apache on the cover of BIC Magazine throughout the years