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History

A History of Innovation
Learn more about us by exploring our company's journey from 1955 to today.

IPD Timeline

1955

Founded by Bob Rasmussen and Walter Storm

1960s-70s

Launched additional product lines

1981

Purchased Jahn’s Piston Company

1984

Developed the first 3-ring piston for Caterpillar 3208 engines

1994

Developed the innovative IPD “1-2-3™” Gasket Sets

1995

Opened Denmark office

1996

Opened Australia office

2003

Began production of IPDSteel articulated pistons for diesel engines

2005

Celebrated 50th anniversary

2006

Opened new cylinder liner facility dedicated to IPD production

2007

Achieved ISO9001: 2000 certification by Lloyd’s Register

2008

Received patent for Cylinder Liner with Cooling Groove

2011

Awarded patent for Investment Cast 2-piece Steel Crown Piston

2015

Awarded patent for Investment Cast 2-piece Steel Crown Piston

2017

Awarded patent for friction-welded 2-piece piston, 4th groove design

2018

Achieved ISO 9001: 2015 certification

2020

Announced the offering of a cryo-treated C15 head bolt kit (C15CHBKFR)

2021

The first to offer the innovative Raised Edge Liner (1599778CSSPWS)

2022

Awarded patent for welded piston technology

2023

Moved into a new HQ in Carson, California

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We Our Customers

“We started working with IPD three years ago and our customers now recognize IPD as the premier spare parts brand. It’s a good feeling when you have high quality parts in the range IPD provides for your customers.”

Marat Zhumagulov

Grand Tech Service

Kazakhstan

“IPD stands behind what they say they stand behind. With IPD you’re not only getting quality parts but quality service!”

Chris Morgensen

Sealy Truck and Equipment

Texas

“We are very happy and glad that we are IPD dealers because of the services and the products that IPD supplies for us.”

Assad Hazeen

HESCO Manager

Amman, Jordan

“We just want to let you guys know how happy we are to be on the IPD team and how proud we are to fly the flag high. Everyone on our team matters.”

James and Romonda Kuntz

On Track Kuntz

Alberta, Canada

“Most people look at parts as just parts. I however look at IPD as a brand. A brand that I am proud to represent.”

Danny Sammons

HD Performance

West Virginia

“Most of the time the reason that I’m using IPD is because they’re offering a product that I can’t even get from the OEM. This engine is a good example. So I’ve got the new raised edge liners in this engine and that’s something I can’t even get from CAT OEM and also these are one-piece steel pistons for 14.6 liters C15. Caterpillar doesn’t even offer one-piece steel pistons for 14.6, 30.6, or C15’s. So it has nothing to do with saving money, it’s more about the product itself. I’ll take a one-piece steel piston and a higher horsepower application over a two-piece steel (inaudible) anyday. That’s why I’m using IPD Parts.”

KT Fleeman

IPD Customer and Social Media Influencer

Dexter, Missouri

“We have used a ton of IPD products over the last 30 years and have been extremely satisfied and even more than that, really happy about the price.”

Perry Askew

Reliable Engine Service

Amelia, Louisiana

“Your company has been great to work with. Getting parts for 12 mechanics at once can be challenging but you folks always make it quick and easy to get what we need and that is much appreciated.”

Jason Haun

Greensfork Alignment Service

Centerville, IN

“I couldn’t be happier with my recent purchase! The communication was top-notch throughout the process, and my order arrived incredibly quickly. The packaging was secure and professional, ensuring everything arrived in perfect condition. The spare parts themselves are of exceptional quality, and the shipping costs were surprisingly low. Overall, the service exceeded my expectations in every way!”

Mass Machinery Team

Mass Machinery

Malaysia

“I’ve been working with IPD Parts for a long time, and I can confidently say that issues with their products are extremely rare. Whenever someone calls saying they have a problem with an IPD part, my first thought is usually that the issue is more likely due to an installation error rather than a product defect. IPD’s quality is top-notch, and I trust them completely.”

Lance Hinrichsen

Tilly’s Crawler Parts Pty Ltd

Australia

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