ORCO Block & Hardscape
Description
A leading manufacturer of concrete masonry units, pavingstones, segmental retaining wall units, mortar and LID/LEED solutions in Southern California. Est 1946 In 1946, the Muth family became involved with ORCO Block just as the company was to start production. ORCO was founded by Pete Muth, his father, George Muth, his brother-in-law, Frank Hertz, and an outside business partner. At that time, they collectively owned one of the more than 256 concrete block plants in the State of California. Pete's wife, Mary Muth had always maintained an avid interest in ORCO, community affairs, and was a frequent participant in industry association events. In 1975, Pete's son, Rick, joined the company as assistant office manager.
Today, 9 concrete block companies remain. ORCO being one because of their continuation to innovate their product lines to respond to market demands and offer value added services. Rick is now the President of ORCO, and his two daughters Veronica & Stephanie are the 3rd generation to be a part of the family business. Numerous employees have been with ORCO for over 40 years, including the Vice President Dwayne Gleason who has been with the company for nearly 50 years.
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facebook.comLandscape architects, specifiers, developers & design professionals… come check out what’s new with ORCO Block & Hardscape this weekend at the #ASLA2017 LA Expo – BOOTH 1932! Saturday, 10/21 + Sunday, 10/22 Los Angeles Convention Center www.orco.com/events/asla-la2017 #ORCOblockandhardscape #naturalstone
ORCO's Linear Fireplace capturing ambiance and beauty in Anthropologie's new fall catalog! #ORCOfireplaces #ORCOblockandhardscape
ORCO’s 4x4x16 CMU in Burnish texture giving this sunken courtyard a bright and welcoming feel #ORCOblockandhardscape #burnishblock
The pattern & color contrast transform this project into a work of art #ORCOblockandhardscape #ORCOpavers
Land of the free, home of the brave! We are thankful for our heroes who sacrificed their lives for our great country. #MemorialDay #honor #salute
KICK OFF EVENT! ORCO’s Natural Stone APRIL 18th INLAND EMPIRE / COACHELLA VALLEY ORCO Riverside 4510 Rutile, Riverside 8am-11am APRIL 19th SAN DIEGO Country Inn & Suites 5975 Lusk Blvd 11:30am-2:30pm APRIL 20th ORANGE / LOS ANGELES ORCO Stanton 11100 Beach Blvd, Stanton 8am-11am To enroll or for more information, contact Amanda Amanda.Valles@orco.com 714-527-2239 #ORCOblockandhardscape #ORCOnaturalstone
Precisely cut & calibrated, our sawn stone has a plus or minus 2 mm variance. Easy to install in a wider variety of applications… including pedestal mounts. #ORCOnaturalstone #naturalstone #ORCOblockandhardscape
Discussing innovative block configurations, Cal Poly Pomona architecture students learn value of pre-insulated masonry. #ORCOblockandhardscape #sustsainabledesign
ORCO White Burnished 4x4x16... so fresh! #ORCOblockandhardscape #gardendesign
Let us introduce to you our N E W ORCO NATURAL STONE! Our highest quality quartzitic sandstone is offered in a variety of vibrant colors including different texture, edge & finish options. Ethically mined from Asia, ORCO Natural Stone has high flexural strength that’s documented by lab tasting. To compliment projects, matching steps & coping are also available. #naturalstone #largeformat #largescale #ORCOblockandhardscape
ORCO honors its founder, WWII U.S. Navy Veteran Pete Muth. In 1943 young Pete from Montana had the sad task of saying good bye to his two young daughters, hopeful not for the last time. Pete served in Hawaii, then when the war ended decided a milder climate such as Southern California was quite appealing. A year later he established ORCO Block & Hardscape. Pete was proud of his service and felt strong about his country and its values as first generation U.S. citizen. He asked that his classification in the Navy be put on his tombstone. Today, ORCO Honors Pete Muth and all the brave who have served our country. #ORCOBlockandHardscape #VeteransDay #thankyou #brave #America
1990’s | Adding to its hardscape line ORCO produces its first Segmental Retaining Wall unit (SRW). Today, ORCO’s commitment to hardscape includes pavingstones, permeable pavingstones, fireplace kits, pizza ovens, and mortarless wall systems. #ORCOturns70 #ORCOblockandhardscape #TBT Allan Block Retaining Walls
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