Farwest Corrosion Control Celebrates 70 Years of Protecting Critical Infrastructure

Delivering comprehensive corrosion control solutions including products, engineering and construction across the U.S.

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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Farwest Corrosion Control Company, an industry pioneer in cathodic protection and corrosion control solutions, is proud to celebrate its 70th anniversary, marking seven decades of helping owners and operators protect critical infrastructure through proven products, engineering and construction services.

Why it matters

Farwest's mission of "Protecting Infrastructure and Making Tomorrow Safer" reflects the practical impact of corrosion control: extending asset life, reducing risk and improving performance for buried and submerged infrastructure systems that communities and industries rely on every day.

The details

Farwest has come a long way since Gordon Rankin moved his family to California to help grow the business, taking on an ownership role while living in a trailer and laying the groundwork for what would become one of the most trusted names in cathodic protection and corrosion control. Today, Farwest supports corrosion control programs across the country, serving 8,000+ customers and completing 30,000+ projects.

  • Farwest Corrosion Control Company was founded in 1956.
  • Farwest is celebrating its 70th anniversary in 2026.

The players

Farwest Corrosion Control Company

An industry pioneer in cathodic protection and corrosion control solutions, providing comprehensive support across products, engineering and construction to help customers protect critical assets.

Gordon Rankin

Moved his family to California to help grow the Farwest Corrosion Control business, taking on an ownership role while living in a trailer and laying the groundwork for what would become one of the most trusted names in cathodic protection and corrosion control.

Kenji Gailey

The President of Farwest Corrosion Control Company.

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What they’re saying

“Reaching 70 years is a milestone we're incredibly proud of, not just because of the longevity, but because of what it represents: trust built over time.”

— Kenji Gailey, President

The takeaway

Farwest Corrosion Control Company's 70-year history of providing comprehensive corrosion control solutions, including products, engineering and construction, has earned it a reputation as a trusted partner in protecting critical infrastructure and making tomorrow safer.