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Storm Industries
Over 80 years of innovation and integrityWho We Are
In 1932, twenty-eight year old Walter Storm set out with a can-do, entrepreneurial spirit and a modest capital investment to establish Western Brass Works in Los Angeles. Guided by vision and determination, Storm built his company into the largest brass foundry in the western United States.Over its 85-year history, Storm Industries, Inc. has developed a reputation for successfully developing, acquiring, owning and operating businesses. The firm maintains the highest ethical standards, providing employees with exceptional opportunities for both personal and professional growth while consistently producing outstanding returns for shareholders. The organization continues to increase revenues through organic growth and highly selective investments keyed to emerging opportunities that expand upon Storm’s core areas of expertise.
Storm is “in it for the long haul,” pursuing challenges and seeking the opportunities that will help the affiliated businesses move forward in a fast-paced world. Uncompromising quality, integrity and best business practices are built in at every level of the organization to ensure excellence – for customer, employee, product and company.
The Company works to support a team-first corporate culture while strengthening each business for independence in its day-to-day operations. Simply put, the people of Storm Industries pride themselves on a “can-do” attitude; whether they are helping their customers, working with their team, or meeting a deadline on their own, Storm people find a way to get the job done!
Investments
Storm Industries has a long tradition of investing in companies across all stages of the business life cycle. Along with our capital we bring experience, relationships, and strategic management to assist stakeholders achieve their goals.
Storm Investment Fund is our venture capital investment company. Founded in 2016 to further diversify Storm Industries’ holdings, it seeks to invest in forward thinking companies with great ideas, exceptional leadership, and promising futures.
Acquisitions and Joint Ventures









Our Companies
Transitioning into today’s Storm Industries, Inc., Walter’s early success has evolved into a diversified family of thriving businesses.
Since 1955, Quality, innovation and engineering have lead IPD’s way in the design, manufacturing and distribution of after-market diesel engine parts in commercial on-highway, energy, gas, mining and marine sectors around the globe. Today, IPD serves its customers across the world from seven locations in four continents.
Since 1908, Kingston valves have been industry leader in flow control systems, including control valves, safety valves, check valves, to energy, gas, medical, industrial products sectors. We are a supplier to large Original Equipment Manufacturers as well as custom equipment developers along with replacement parts.
Buckner and Superior Controls are industry leaders in commercial, residential, golf, and agricultural irrigation products. Known for their expertise in brass products, each of these brands has long led the way in their respective markets.
Our Real Estate business, Storm Properties, Inc. is an entrepreneurial and innovative company with extensive experience in residential, industrial, retail, and multi-family properties. The company has acquired, developed, built and sold numerous projects over the years.
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Meet Our Team
Michael Badar
President of IPD
Brian Babb
President of Buckner Superior & Kingston
Contact Us

23223 S. Normandie Ave.
Torrance, CA 90501
t: 310.534.5232
f: 310.530.3967
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23223 S. Normandie Ave.
Torrance, CA 90501
t: 310.986.2439
f: 310.530.3967
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23223 S. Normandie Ave.
Torrance, CA 90501
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23201 S. Normandie Ave.
Torrance, CA 90501
t: 310.326.8287
f: 310.326.8310
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23201 S. Normandie Ave.
Torrance, CA 90501
t: 310.326.8287
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36521 Reed Valley Road
Hemet, CA 92544-9306
t: 951.767.0524
f: 951.767.2060
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23231 Normandie Ave.
Torrance, CA 90501
t: 310.530.1900
f: 310.530.6162
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9366 Wallisville, Suite 160
Houston, TX 77013
t: 713.672.9081
f: 713.672.9084
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11266 Royalton Road, Suite A
North Royalton, OH 44133
t: 440.237.9164
f: 440.237.6344
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13124 NE Airport Way
Portland, OR 97230
t: 503.257.9555
f: 503.252.4262
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IPD APS. Abolten 20
Kolding 6000, Denmark
t: +45 7550 7666
f: +45 7550 8965
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1-4 Bonz Place
Seven Hills, NSW 2147 Australia
t: +61 2 9620 9200
f: +61 2 9620 5076
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