# Robt. L. Rowan & Assoc., Inc.

> Family-owned Houston engineering firm (est. 1953) specializing in equipment foundation repair design, epoxy machinery grouts, anchor bolts, and related products for critical alignment machinery. Originators of the first epoxy machinery grout (later Ceilcote). Serves oil & gas, refining, petrochemical, chemical process, and paper industries.

**Headquarters:** 3816 Dacoma Street, Houston, Texas 77092  
**Phone:** 713-681-5811  
**Email:** sales@rlrowan.com  
**PO Box:** PO Box 920760, Houston, Texas 77292-0760

Primary focus is solving foundation and grouting problems on reciprocating compressors, pumps, fans, blowers, mills, crushers, and skid-mounted equipment. Full engineering services include failure investigation, repair design & drawings, product specifications, scope-of-work write-ups, and field supervision. Also supplies proprietary and distributed products (Rowan Resins, Superbolt, SikaFlow/Masterflow, etc.).

All drawings, designs, and technical content on the site are proprietary to Robt. L. Rowan & Assoc., Inc. and may not be used or reproduced without written permission.

## Company

- [About](https://rlrowan.com/about/): Company history (founded 1953 by Bob Rowan Sr. & Jr.), engineering capabilities, industries served, and long-term client relationships with major pipeline and refining companies.
- [Contact](https://rlrowan.com/contact/): Phone, email, physical address, PO Box, and key contacts (Charlie Rowan, President; Robt. L. Rowan Jr., P.E., Director).

## Services

- [Services](https://rlrowan.com/services/): Overview of engineering services — failure investigation, problem diagnosis, repair design & drawings, product specifications, scope-of-work, field supervision & inspection, future maintenance cost forecasting, and forensic evaluation.
- [Compressor Foundation Solutions](https://rlrowan.com/services/compressor-foundation-solutions/): Specific solutions for cracked grout, foundation vibration, broken/loose anchor bolts, loose sole plates, piping vibration, and soft-foot issues. Includes turnkey civil design and installation capabilities.

## Products

- [Products](https://rlrowan.com/products/): Full catalog overview covering anchor bolts & fasteners, epoxy grouts & resins, machinery support & mounting systems, expansion joint materials, corrosion control, and pipe supports.
- [Adjustable Canister Bolt](https://rlrowan.com/products/canister-bolt/): Field-adjustable anchor bolt that corrects lateral and angular installation errors.
- [Anchor Bolt Repair Kit](https://rlrowan.com/products/anchor-bolt-repair-kit/): System for repairing broken anchor bolts while minimizing downtime and reoccurrence.
- [Rowan Resins 427 CP Plus](https://rlrowan.com/products/rowan-resins-427-cp-plus/): High-performance epoxy machinery grout developed from decades of polymer and aggregate technology.
- [R-Crete Plus](https://rlrowan.com/products/r-crete/): High-strength, fast-curing, low-exotherm polymer-modified concrete for rebuilding compressor and engine-block foundations.
- [Rowan Hybrid Chock and Sole Plate](https://rlrowan.com/products/rowan-hybrid-chock-and-sole-plate/): Two-piece adjustable chock system with fine shim pack.
- [ExactAlign Adjustable Motor Supports](https://rlrowan.com/products/exactalign-adjustable-motor-supports-for-skids/): Precision adjustable supports for skid-mounted motors.
- [Superbolt Torquenuts](https://rlrowan.com/products/superbolt-torquenuts/): Multi-jackbolt tensioners for high-preload bolting.
- [Foundation and Anchor Bolts](https://rlrowan.com/products/foundation-and-anchor-bolts/): Full line of high-strength (including 4140) anchor bolts and all-thread rods.
- [Product Data and MSDS Sheets](https://rlrowan.com/products-data-and-msds-sheets/): Downloadable technical data sheets and safety data for key Rowan and partner products.

## Technical Resources

- [Newsletters](https://rlrowan.com/newsletters/): Index of technical articles on grouting practice, foundation preparation, expansion joints, anchor bolts, crack repair, and job planning.
- [What is Grout?](https://rlrowan.com/newsletters/what-is-grout/): Practical overview of machinery grouts and selection guidance.
- [What Are the Different Types of Grout?](https://rlrowan.com/newsletters/what-are-the-different-types-of-grout/): Inorganic vs. organic (epoxy) grouts and appropriate applications.
- [Anchor Bolts – The Forgotten Connection](https://rlrowan.com/newsletters/anchor-bolts-the-forgotten-connection/): Importance of proper anchor bolt design and installation with epoxy grouts.
- [Expansion Joints](https://rlrowan.com/newsletters/expansion-joints/): Role of expansion joints in controlling cracking in epoxy grout pours.
- [Pressure Grouting of Voids Under Machinery Bases](https://rlrowan.com/newsletters/pressure-grouting-of-voids-under-machinery-bases/): Technique for restoring baseplate contact and reducing vibration.
- [Repairs of Cracks in Epoxy Grouts](https://rlrowan.com/newsletters/repairs-of-cracks-in-epoxy-grouts/): Causes and repair methods for cracks in epoxy grout caps.
- [Papers](https://rlrowan.com/papers/): Technical papers covering compressor foundation repair, epoxy chocking systems for crankshaft distortion control, and grouting techniques for skid-mounted equipment.

## Optional

- [Subscribe](https://rlrowan.com/subscribe/): Newsletter subscription form.
- [Privacy Policy](https://rlrowan.com/privacy-policy/): Site privacy policy.
- [Resources](https://rlrowan.com/resources/): Additional external links and supporting product/service references.