The Build America, Buy America Act (BABA) is transforming how infrastructure is built across the United States. Designed to ensure that federally funded projects use American-made materials and products, BABA supports domestic manufacturing, job growth and long-term supply chain stability. For companies working in transportation, power and communications, understanding and achieving BABA compliance is now a critical part of doing business.
What Is BABA Compliance?
Passed as part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), the Build America, Buy America Act requires that all iron, steel, manufactured products and construction materials used in federally funded infrastructure projects be produced in the United States.
For manufacturers, this means products must meet specific domestic content thresholds and documentation standards. For contractors and project owners, it means sourcing equipment that is verified as compliant, ensuring funding eligibility and avoiding costly project delays.
In simple terms: if your project uses federal funds for roads, rail, EV charging or broadband, BABA compliance isn’t optional, it’s required.
Why BABA Compliance Matters
BABA compliance is not just about meeting a federal regulation; it’s about building stronger, more self-sufficient infrastructure.
- Economic impact: It keeps federal investment circulating within the U.S. economy, supporting local jobs and manufacturers.
- Funding eligibility: Compliance ensures that your project qualifies for federal funding programs like IIJA, BEAD and NEVI.
- Reliability: U.S.-manufactured products often meet stricter quality controls, leading to more resilient, longer-lasting infrastructure systems.
For project engineers and procurement specialists, choosing BABA-compliant products simplifies approvals and provides peace of mind that every component meets funding and performance standards.
Transtector’s BABA-Compliant Surge Protection Solutions
At Transtector, we are committed to supporting American manufacturing and infrastructure modernization. Our ALPU-F140-BA and DPR-F140-BA surge protection units are fully BABA-compliant, designed and manufactured in the U.S. to protect mission-critical power and signal systems.
Transtector’s BABA-Compliant Surge Protection Solutions
Transtector supports American manufacturing with surge protection solutions that meet both performance and compliance standards. Our ALPU-F140-BA and DPR-F140-BA are fully BABA-compliant, U.S. engineered and assembled to protect mission-critical power and signal systems across transportation, EV charging, utility and industrial environments. Both units deliver robust surge protection with long service life, and documented compliance for federally funded projects.
Key Differentiators:
- Hybrid gas discharge tube (GDT) /MOV design technology: Fast response and superior reset capability for high-energy transient suppression.
- Shield-to-ground protection: Maintaining isolation and employing a dedicated GDT optimizes signal integrity and EMI shielding for high-speed systems.
- Compact form factor: Ideal for confined enclosures or panel-mount installations.
- Rugged construction: Highly weatherized ergonomic housing with patented wiring grommet and conformally coated PCBA for harsh, high-vibration environments.
Why Choose Transtector for BABA-Compliant Projects?
Our commitment goes beyond compliance, Transtector designs solutions that deliver measurable performance advantages. Each unit is tested and assembled in the U.S. and backed by rigorous quality standards and documentation for funding verification.
BABA compliance represents more than a checklist, it’s a movement toward resilient, American-built infrastructure. By choosing verified, U.S.-made surge protection like Transtector’s DPR-F140 and ALPU-F140, project leaders can build with confidence, knowing their systems are compliant, reliable and built to last.
