L. A. King | Our Story and Our Legacy

Belle Isle Power Plant

L. A. King Co. was founded in 1954 by Lawrence A. King, in Oklahoma City. We were a distributor of insulating and sound-deadening materials. Interestingly, the first gas turbine electric power generation plant in North America was built in Oklahoma City around this time. It was the Belle Isle Station plant, owned and operated by Oklahoma Gas & Electric (G&E). It utilized a 3.5MW GE turbine. At the time, gas turbines were being reliably used to propel airplanes, but the longer, continuous operating loads required for electricity generation had not been tested. Belle Isle Station proved the concept and hundreds of gas turbine power plants were built in the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s. L. A. King Co. made gaskets and inlet and outlet ductexpansion joints (layered fabric and insulation) for the Belle Isle Station power plant. And we ended up suppling these items for most of the GE turbine plants built in North America. In fact, L. A. King consulted with GE on design specifications for flexible expansion joints(aka flex seals) used in GE turbine power plants. Many of these designs are still in use, detailed in GE specification documents with L. A. King listed as preferred supplier. L. A. King has rarely sold directly to GE. Our service and loyalty was and is to OEMs that manufacture auxiliary systems for gas turbine power plants...and to persons and companies that maintain and turn-around gas turbine power plants. For decades, until their demise, we were the #1 supplier of exhaust outlet duct belts to Braden Manufacturing, and of inlet duct expansion joints and flex seal belts and insulating pillows to J & G Steel. Our customers have been some of the most respected names in the industry. Today, we continue to supply insulating and sound-deadening materials, gaskets, belts and expansion joints/flex seals to OEMs building auxiliary equipment for power plants, and to power plant owners, operators and maintenance teams. We’ve earned a reputation for quality, on-time delivery, and fair prices. We work each day to live up to it.

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What Our Customers Have to Say...

"Best supplier"

“I have been doing business with L. A. King for 35 years now. They remain one of our best suppliers. Great prices. Quality materials. Personal service. They’re always willing to hunt for materials with only a quantity and customer specifications. If we give them any reasonable lead time, L. A. King ships on-time 100% of the time (via their own truck).”

Tom - Purchasing Manager

Manufacturer of Steel Components for Gas Turbine Industry

“Thank you.”

“I have been doing business with L. A. King for pushing 40 years. The friendly and helpful staff have always worked hard to provide me with the products I need when I need them. And I say, “Thank you.”
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Jim - Owner

HVAC Contractor

"Always been positive"

“My experience with L. A. King has always been positive. They are kind, helpful, and very quick with their material. I also appreciate their open communication with what they have in stock and how long it will take to get material.”
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Samantha

HVAC Fabricator/Contractor

"Always deliver on time"

“Scotty and team at L. A. King work hard to provide us with the best prices and help us research and price specialty materials. They also always deliver to us in a timely manner. You can’t ask for more from a supplier!”
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Carl

HVAC Contractor

"Since 1983"

“I have been a loyal L. A. King customer since 1983, and they have always met the needs of my company. I always turn to them, and they always deliver. I happily recommend them to anyone.”
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Terry

HVAC Equipment Fabricator/Contractor

"Great service"

“Been buying insulation from L. A. King for many years. Always trouble free from estimating to delivery. The insulation is pre-cut to spec and clearly tagged for easy and quick layout. Good company. Good products. Great service.”
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Wayne

Manufacturer of Pre-Engineered Metal Buildings

"Always friendly"

“I have been using L. A. King for many years now. Jacci, Bill and Jaime have always been friendly and strive to make a personal.”‍

James - Shop Foreman

HVAC Fabricator/Contractor

"Competitive price"

“We have been customers of L. A. King for over 20 years. They have consistently met our expectations for competitive price and prompt, accurate service/delivery. On multiple occasions, they’ve gone above and beyond to help us through a jam. In particular, working with Jacci has been a treat. She does an excellent job.”‍
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Hal - President

Manufacturer of HVAC Systems

"Superior supplier"

“L. A. King maintains a superior ranking as one of our superior suppliers. Highly dependable and punctual from sales through delivery. They know our industry (refractory), which enhances the value we derive. We know we can count on them to assist us when we are unsure, and to take extra time with us when we need help making accurate procurement decisions. In short, L. A. King is key to our business and we look forward to continuing to work together.”
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David C.

Diversified Metal Equipment Fabricator

"Preferred supplier"

“L. A. King is a great supplier to work with. We’ve done business with them for decades. They consistently provide quality products fabricated and delivered on time. Their customer service, attention to detail and timely correspondence are great assets as well. L. A. King is a preferred supplier and we look forward to many more years together.”
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Heidi - Senior Buyer

Global Supplier of Auxiliary Systems for Gas Turbine OEMs

"Over 30 years"

“We have worked with L. A. King for over 30 years. They have always been easy to work with, take care of business, and deliver on time.”
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Tommy

Metal Building Contractor

"Top in the industry"

“L. A. King is a great resource for our company. I’ve dealt with many suppliers over the years – in the office and field – and L. A.King is one of the tops in the industry. They are always going the extra mile to make sure they get the supplies to the job site promptly so we can keep our men productive. They will go out of their way to make sure our orders, large and small, are delivered on time. For special projects, they do a great job researching the products that are available at a reasonable price.”
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Gary - Sheet Metal Supervisor

HVAC Contractor

"Best in the Industry"

“L. A. King’s customer service is the best in the industry! NOT ONE TIME has an order been late or wrong – and we’ve worked with L. A. King for over 10 years!”

Chad - Owner

Construction Company

"Above and beyond"

“L. A. King has always treated us like we were their #1 customer. The service they give us is without a doubt above and beyond the others. It is always a pleasure to do business with L. A. King.”
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Kris V.

Heat & Air-Conditioning Systems Fabricator/Contractor

"Highly recommend"

“For 37 years I’ve worked with L. A. King. Staff is very knowledgeable and have always bent over backwards to serve our needs. I highly recommend them.”
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Tony

HVAC Equipment Fabricator & Contractor

...Since 1956

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