Refractory Materials Manufacturer
Joseph J. Walla graduated with an Economics Degree from Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania after serving in the US Navy during World War II.
His refractory career started at Harbison Walker, and continued with stints at HK Porter and Valle Minerals. He founded Delta Refractories in 1971. Delta became incorporated under the laws of Texas in 1974 with his son Richard assuming part ownership. Richard joined Delta full-time in 1981.
Since 1981 Delta Refractories, Inc. has manufactured ceramic fiber modules and precast refractory shapes for Forge, Primary Metals, & Chemical/Hydrocarbon Processing Industries. In 1990, Joseph and Richard started a new company, Delta Stud Weld, Inc. which grew to become a leading manufacturer of refractory materials and stud weldable threaded studs.
Joseph Walla passed away in 1991 with Richard assuming the role of President and CEO of Delta Refractories, Inc. and Delta Stud Weld, Inc. Today, Richard’s sons, Vareck and Rhett are active participants in the businesses, with Vareck (Chief Operating Officer) joining in 2002 and Rhett (Chief Financial Officer) joining in 2013.
Mission Statement
We, the employees of Delta Stud Weld, are committed to be the leader in the manufacture of anchors and stud-weldable products, and services, that are of the highest quality and value to our customers. We will accomplish our mission through total employee involvement, innovation and teamwork.
Quality Statement
Our policy is to provide quality products and services through customer / supplier partnerships. We will continually improve all of our processes, while maintaining safety and environmental requirements and regulations.
