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globalpipe No.664 14.12.2017
- AGRU to extrude world’s largest HDPE pipe / XXL pipes for marine installation
- AGRU introduce FM 1613 approved PE 100-RC piping system+new pressure classes
- Armtec: Multi-million dollar investment in large diameter HDPE pipe equipment
- Armtec launched latest evolution in SRPE pipe technology – BOSS 3000
- GPS PE Pipe Systems has produced a completely new size pipe for drilling project
- Qenos: The next generation PE pipe resin “PE125” – White paper newly published
- BPF Pipes Group supports new standard for water pipes in contaminated land
- BPF Pipes Group: Below-ground plastic pipes bring strength through flexibility
- SAPPMA: 5th edition of technical manual for pipe manufacturing & pipeline design
- RWC UK: Reliance Water Controls product portfolio is BIM ready
- Marley Plumbing and Drainage with a large portfolio of BIM objects on BIMstore
- Sica introduced Unibell electric belling machines for PVC-U pipes now up 250mm
- Sica patented innovative method for cutting plastic pipes at high extrusion speeds
- Maillefer has reduced cycle times on all recent TCA coilers by 6% to over 10%
- Radius Systems: Service pipe coils now sold in pack quantities
globalpipe No.663 08.12.2017
- Elval and Halcor create a new company “ElvalHalcor” with stronger financial base
- Walter Maier and Tobler Haustechnik join forces to become Meier Tobler
- RWC has completed acquisition of HOLDRITE® in June – New market opportunities
- SILON: A new logo to reinforce the SILON brand / Investment in “Chlortester”
- EgoEngineering opened new warehouses in Rostov-on-Don and Yekaterinburg
- Eurotherm: Zeromax special zero-thickness radiant floor system
- EgoEngineering: New expanded polystyrene panels with laminated coating for UFH
- Durapipe UK is updating the design of brass composite union fittings
- Radius Systems streamline its electrofusion fittings offering
- BPF Pipes Group: New resource will aid best practice approach to PE pipe jointing
- RWC Ltd.’s FY2017 Financial Review: A continuous record of strong annual growth
- Jain Irrigation is progressing very well / Start of “Digital Agro Service” poject
- Marley Plumbing and Drainage strengthens its technical department
- BPF Pipes Group: New president Derek Muckle predicts a lively year ahead
globalpipe No.662 30.11.2017
- Development of the production of PE-Xa, PE-Xb and PE-Xc pipes worldwide
- US PVC pipe and fittings market outlook to 2022 newly published by Ken Research
- Production volume of polymer pipes in Russia decreased in first 8 months by 1.8%
- PK Kontur: New production of PE-RT pipes with EVOH / PP sewer pipe now up 160
- EgoEngineering: POLYTRON ProKan SN 16 pipes now available in 2 new diameters
- FRABO: Now 2-meter externally galvanized carbon steel pipes available
- Austroflex launched AustroPUR district heating system –flexible + high insulation
- K-Flex USA takes on durability with introduction of pipe insulation K-FLEX Titan™
- Radius Systems partner with CPV to launch innovative district heating pipe system
- Thermaflex: Eco-village “Permatopia” rolling out a sustainable future with Flexalen
- CPV: New PUR insulation foaming line / UK district heating sector continues to rise
- BPF Pipes Group: District heating systems guidance notes newly published
globalpipe No.661 23.11.2017
- Molecor-Titan Consortium launches new PVC-O pipes production in Paraguay
- FRABO rewarded for the investments in logic “industry 4.0”
- mfh celebrates 5 years – Achim Nierbeck let shareholders go ahead
- SANHA: Extension concept approved by a clear majority / Financial results on track
- Wienerberger reports revenue and earnings growth in the first nine months
- NIBCO CAD & BIM Models Catalog – “Driving Customer Productivity”
- PK Kontur presented piping system data for BIM-Modeling
- COMAP has launched first BIM library for its multilayer connection range
- Uponor USA partners with UNIFI Labs for BIM content solution
- UN World Water Development Report 2017 “Wastewater”: The Untapped Resource
- Sustainable path to water security urgent priority for Arab World – Report
- Global Water Crisis: Compilation of current articles, reports and events to this topic
globalpipe No.660 17.11.2017
- Zurn introduces F1960 Expansion System completing the PEX® solution
- Infloor Heating Systems® presented new pre-assembled stainless steel manifolds
- POLOPLAST celebrate 60th anniversary with investment in innovation & technology
- LK Pex has increased storage capacity and more efficient deliveries / Stable growth
- LK Group reported increased sales and higher earnings in 2016
- Zurn’s new headquarters has achieved LEED® Gold certification
- BPF Pipes Group: Warm water underfloor heating system guidance notes published
- Global Market Insights: Global hydronic underfloor heating market will grow
- Global Market Insights: Global underfloor heating market will grow
- Market.Biz: Global underfloor heating market to reach 5.3 Billion USD in 2017
- Markets and Markets: Underfloor heating market worth 4.23 Billion USD by 2023
- Radiant Insights: Global underfloor heating industry expecting market growth
globalpipe No.659 13.11.2017
- JG Speedfit expands Layflat® PB pipe range in line with demand
- JG Speedfit has launched Room Packs – Underfloor heating in just one room
- John Guest USA: JG ProLock system now with range of products for all applications
- Oil Creek Plastics currently converts PE pipe material for greater pressure rating
- IPEX releases P-Trap Primer Connection Tee for drain and sewer systems
- Isoltubex: New AENOR certification for multilayer piping system in gas installation
- Rubinetterie Bresciane recently renewed UkrSERPRO certification
- Uponor Annex, USA, achieves LEED® Gold certification
- JG Speedfit’s New Divisional Technical Director
- Mexichem: Results increased in third quarter and first nine months 2017
- Isoltubex has acquired new facilities / Expansion of production capacity
- KAN-therm: Opening ceremony of KAN-therm distribution system in China
- AHR Expo 2018 Innovation Award finalists: AquaMotion, Caleffi & John Guest USA
- The Big 5 2017 launches new HVAC-R sector / Growth expected for Dubai sanitary
- AHR Expo 2018 in Chicago: Latest HVACR innovations, products and technologies
globalpipe No.658 07.11.2017
- aquatechnik has announced Fusion-Tech UV Black PP-RCT pipe (patent pending)
- Isoltubex: New insulated Multilayer and PE-RT pipes with UV protection in black
- ABN Pipe Systems: ABN//WELDING ELECPIPE – The multi-purpose solution
- Armacell: Saving time and money with pre-covered insulation systems
- battenfeld-cincinnati Austria: New Managing Director and new CTO
- TEPPFA: Discover Plastics – International plastic pipes campaign unveiled
- Uponor’s good progress in third quarter offsets the shortfall in the second quarter
- Geberit: A good third quarter / Solid results in the first nine months
- Watts Water Technologies: Sales in third quarter increased 7%
- Saint-Gobain: Good organic growth, at 4.2% for the nine-month period
- Borealis delivers a solid quarter, advances on key growth initiatives
- PPCA: Plastic Pipe spin-off Conferences in South Africa and China successfully
- PPCA: Papers of Plastic Pipes conference 2016 now freely available for download
- Aleris PIPELITE® Seminar 2018 for multilayer tubing community – Save the date
- Copper Alloys 2018: The conference will give a look at challenges & developments
globalpipe No.657 31.10.2017
- Armacell USA expands crosslinked polyethylene manufacturing in US
- battenfeld-cincinnati USA celebrates its 40th anniversary at its USA facility
- VDMA: German plastics+rubber machinery remains successful on foreign markets
- Valsir wins “Most downloaded BIM object” prize – Only one in plumbing sector
- GF Piping Systems releases free-to-use digital libraries for piping plant design
- Armacell BIM plug-in for planning technical insulation
- REHAU: Andreas Haupt is new communications chief with effect from October 01
- Borealis: Philippe Roodhooft return to Borealis and join Executive Board
- Aquatech Amsterdam: Water sector segments/ Floodex Launch/ Expansion in 2019
- Plastic Pipes 2017 Conference in Mumbai: Current scenario and future trends
- North American Water Loss 2017 (NAWL 17) Conference program posted
- Pipex Exhibition 2018 to real guide to Pipes & Fittings world in Egypt
globalpipe No.656 24.10.2017
- GF Piping Systems releases BIM library for Autodesk Revit
- Wavin launches new BIM Revit packages / 5 Tips to get more out
- COMAP launches MyCOMAP smartphone application to make installers life easier
- Exova Plastic Pipes: Exova MYLab – Rent your own ISO 17025 accredited lab
- SIKORA: APT successfully relies on SIKORA inline X-ray measuring system for years
- PVC pipe pushing growth (+5.1%) in global plastic pipe market by BCC Research
- Plastic Pipes – Europe (3rd edition) market study newly published by Ceresana
- VDMA: German building valves manufacturers – it’s all happening outside of Europe
- German industrial valves manufacturers again making impact in their key markets
globalpipe No.655 10.10.2017
- Roth: Install floor heating systems faster with new Roth Original Tacker Speedstar
- Molecor widens pipes range and launches into the market the new DN710 PVC-O
- aquatherm blue pipe MF OT replaces corroded steel in office building
- aquatherm: New tapping tool & component unit for tapping pipes under pressure
- Pipelife Finland launches Raineo Rainwater management system
- KraussMaffei Berstorff: High-tech solution concepts for the Iberian market
- Plumbing fittings market in the US – New study by Freedonia Group
- US HVAC market forecasts by product, energy source, market + region by Freedonia
- US Smart Connected HVAC in commercial buildings soars according to BSRIA study
- Ifo Eurozone Economic Outlook: Euro area economy continues to grow strongly
globalpipe No.654 02.10.2017
- Plastics Pipe Institute, Inc. (PPI): Annual industry award winners announced
- REHAU got PPI Award project of the year for using radiant heating & cooling system
- Soleno got PPI Award project of the year for HDPE pipe, a chemically inert solution
- ISCO got PPI Award – Highlight was joining pipes during pullback process
- Southwire got PPI Award project of the year for HDPE Cable-in-Conduit installation
- Uponor Infra and Tanzanian Plasco Ltd. signed Weholite Licensing Agreement
- Pipelife acquires Preflex Group – a leading producer of prewired electro conduits
- SIKORA opens up new office in Southeast Asia with its headquarter in Malaysia
- SIKORA will present CENTERWAVE 6000 for measurement of large pipes at fairs
- GF Piping: Reliable connection thanks to integrated pressure testing interface
- DPI FlowCalc app is now available for free download
- Pegler Yorkshire launches PY product handbook app
- Uponor: Uptdated Investor Relations app – New features now available
globalpipe No.653 25.09.2017
- Maillefer Combines with Davis-Standard in order to become marketplace leader
- GEBERIT posted solid results in the first half of 2017
- Mexichem: Revenues increased 7% to $2.9 billion in H1 2017
- Advanced Drainage Systems: New app to support agricultural drainage planning
- Global plastic pipes report: Growth in public infrastructure + new pipe materials
- Global HDPE pipes market expected to reach US$ 19.7 billion by 2024
- Global PVC Pipes Market research report- Growth at a CAGR of 7.13% in 2016-2023
- Guide for new AWWA C900-16 standard for PVC pipe published by PVCPA
- AWWA’s newest standard: Lead service line replacement standard coming soon
globalpipe No.652 15.09.2017
- Mexichem to acquire Netafim – World leader in smart irrigation
- Advanced Drainage Systems (ADS) has acquired Duraslot, Inc.
- Advanced Drainage Systems hosted Harrisonville, Missouri plant grand opening
- Uponor extends its Ecoflex Thermo range
- Brugg Pipesystems: Optimisation of the CALPEX district heating pipe system
- Breaking barriers for PVC Pipes – Interview with PVCPA executive dir. B. Hollands
- Polymer market expects uptick in Brazil’s PE, PP demand in 2017
- Pipe infrastructure trends for 2017 – South Africa and Worldwide by SAPPMA
- China Plastic Pipe Conference in October 2017: Top Line-Up of Speakers
globalpipe No.651 09.08.2017
- Borealis: PP-RCT piping get boost in North America thanks to new ASTM standard
- PPI responds to “Construction of American Pipelines” Memorandum
- KraussMaffei: Mexico – Full House at the Open House / Strong demand in Mexico
- Bosch sees signs of growth in Russia+CIS region – Annual press conference Moscow
- Watts Water Technologies: In Q2 2017 sales up 2% driven by PVI acquisition
- PVC4Pipes: New leaflet published – PVC, a today’s material for the future
- Pegler Yorkshire extends tooling range for its VSH Xpress fittings
- MrPEX Systems: Product highlight featuring F1960 Cold Expansion Fittings
- MrPEX/US – partnered with Terrendis/BEL – now offers pre-insulated PE-Xa pipes
- Big 5 Dubai, November 26-29: Further changes to optimise visibility for 2017
- Plastic Pipes XIX 2018: Call for Papers now open – Deadline October 31, 2017
globalpipe No.650 02.08.2017
- Deutsche Bogenn: Perhaps world’s longest pipes – Production start in 2017
- NUPI Americas: First NIRON PP-RCT fittings produced at NUPI plant in USA
- New pipe plant for drip irrigation opened in Jalal-Abad region with EU support
- Pipeline Plastics LLC installed new 65-inch diameter HDPE pipe extruder
- DPI Plastics commissions new HDPE pipe factory with 14 extrusion lines
- Viega breaks ground for new headquarters in Broomfield, USA
- Pipelife: Introduction of the new SoluForce High Temperature Pipe System
- GF Piping: IR-110 A infrared fusion machine – Peace of mind in quality of jointing
- Uponor: Net sales in H1 2017 totaled €573.5 (546.4) million, with growth at 5.0%
- Saint-Gobain: Significant progress in results across the board in H1
- Mueller Ind.: Net sales in H1 2017 slightly increased up to 1,192,186$ (1,076,880$)
globalpipe No.649 26.07.2017
- Ostendorf Rus: White PP pipes + fittings 32mm for open laying of internal sewerage
- PRO AQUA began producing low-noise composite PP drainage pipes Polytron Stilte
- REHAU presented RAUPIANO PLUS low-noise drainage + fire protection news at ish
- Wavin widens its soil & waste pipe and fitting range with HDPE
- Pipelife: Fourth drip irrigation pipe extrusion line in Pipelife Turkey
- MrPEX introduces Radiant Wood Track System for using 3/8” PEX tubing
- Ego Engineering introduces EPS floor heating knob panels in 2017
- aquatherm supports architects and designers in 3D modeling with BIM files
- Roth Werke: Comprehensive planning with BIM-compliant data courtesy of Roth
- NUPI enters the BIM – Building Information Modeling – world
- Uponor – BIM library: Build on Uponor BIM data for building products
- Viega: BIM data from Viega for planning in a digital building mode
globalpipe No.648 21.07.2017
- Uponor acquires new facility in the USA to expand PEX pipe manufacturing
- KWD Market Report „PEX, PE-RT + PB Heating & Plumbing Pipes Worldwide 2017“
- Uponor PEXtalk: Don’t call it a comeback, 5 reasons why manufacturing is booming
- “Mr.PEX” Tomas Lenman, owner & founder MrPEX® Systems, has retired
- RosTurPlast opened own testing laboratory for PE-RT pipes in 2017
- GF Piping Systems to acquire a pre-insulated pipe manufacturer in North America
- Colby Pipe shut down its two plants in Denver – Charlotte Pipe is buying them
- Solvay’s Radel PPSU enables CiXi Zhenpeng to introduce all-plastic stop valve
- GF: A substantial growth in sales & profit – Most of all GF Piping Systems with 10%
globalpipe No.647 14.07.2017
- KWD-Market Report “PEX, PE-RT and PB Pipes Worldwide” – Now published!
- Armacell: New Tubolit Application Manual and videos from Armacell
- Aquatherm: New SDR 9 pipe delivers material savings + increased design flexibility
- Eurotubi: Stainless steel press fittings in areas with salinity – marine aerosol
- Henco presented different options of control units in Henco range at ISH 2017
- Uponor: Room temperature controls Smatrix PRO – The optimum in every area
- Uponor: Efficient and simple smart home control with Uponor Smatrix App
- Molecor: TOM® PVC-O pipes mechanical calculation program
- Thermaflex welcomes new shareholder Nimbus Investments and CEO Bert Venema
- Uponor’s Ilari Aho joins global green building leaders on Board of WorldGBC
- COMAP has been presented at ISH with its German subsidiary Wemefa
- Giacomini showed new smart system thermoregulation and more at ISH 2017
globalpipe No.646 04.07.2017
- aquatherm inaugurates new extrusion plant with a family party
- Fangli showcased FLSJ-G series high-efficiency single screw extruder at Chinaplas
- Goldstone: New technology for steel reinforced corrugated pipes at Chinaplas 2017
- Milacron completed successful showing at Chinaplas 2017
- Yili: Euro style high speed PE pipe extrusion line – power saving of 30%
- ERAL Makina will present its PP-R welding machines at The Big 5 Show 2017
- FB Balzanelli: End cap fitting machines MTP & MTM
- Roth: Safeguarding the future for the family-owned company Roth
- Partnership provides access to safe & affordable drinking water to people in Kenya
- Borealis delivers another record year with a net profit of EUR 1.1 billion in 2016
- EUROCONSTRUCT 84th – Special topics: European real estate markets /Iran&Mexico
- ISH 2019 with a new sequence of days from Monday to Friday
globalpipe No.645 27.06.2017
- KE KELIT is expanding into Germany/G. Goldbach joints the Company in September
- battenfeld-cincinnati USA strengthens sales and service team
- Uponor Infra: Weholite Licence to Turkey
- PRO AQUA: Production start of Pro Aqua PE-RT EVOH 5-layer pipes in spring 2017
- Ego Engineering News 2017: PE-Xa pipes PRO AQUA by Uponor / Range of tools
- Zhejiang Deso got new AENOR certifications for its PP-R piping system
- Eurotubi: New patent application Mixpress – the fitting system for thick pipes
- Eurotubi presented the new AISI 316L stainless steel “V” profile press fitting at ISH
- Uponor now offering ProPEX® connections for water service applications
- SANHA: Measuring tools for press fitting system & press universal deburring tool
- Chinaplas 2017: Focusing on technology & innovation – more than 155.000 visitors
- PIPES XI Conference and Exhibition in South Africa: Record attendance expected
- EUROCONSTRUCT 83rd: Recovery of economy boosted construction output growth
- Eurozone Economic Outlook by ifo Institute: Solid growth prospects
globalpipe No.644 22.06.2017
- Wavin showcased Wavin SiTech+ innovative sewage system at ISH 2017
- Aliaxis: Akatherm, Girpi, Jimten, Nicoll, Redi, Sanit & Wefatherm – Highlights at ISH
- Peštan obtained certifications for PVC, PE, HDPE and PP corrugated pipes
- Uponor re-engineers ProPEX LF brass valves to deliver greater quality and value
- POLYPLASTIC Group: First year of growth after two years of decline despite crisis
- Lesso Group reported 12.8% growth of revenue to RMB17,221 million in FY 2016
- Aalberts Industries: Net profit and earnings per share +12% in FY 2016
- Aliaxis: Results impacted by investments in strategic transformation + write-downs
- ADS: Adjusted EBITDA (Non-GAAP) increased 3.2% to $193.4 million in FY 2017
- BSRIA disappointed with President Trump’s decision on Paris Accord
globalpipe No.643 09.06.2017
- HeatLink Group and PexCor Manufacturing acquired by Mueller Industries
- Mueller Ind. acquires HeatLink Group and PexCor, manufacturer of PE-Xa pipes
- Shurjoint – innovative leader in mechanical groove systems – acquired by Aalberts
- Armacell: Groundbreaking ceremony for manufacturing facility in Bahrain
- Peštan began exporting products to China in the second quarter of 2017
- SILON: PE-Xb for heating & plumbing pipes pays off – ask the Golden Questions
- ADS introduced large diameter high-performance PP fiber reinforced HPXR 75 pipe
- Enetec showed new designed decoiler for optimising Eneflex pipe laying
- Valsir showed new MFV Modules range: Creating equipped wall never been so easy
- REHAU presented plumbing boxes 100% prefabricated for faster installation at ISH
- Aalberts Industries appointed new Chairman and Member of Supervisory Board
- ADS: Joseph Chlapaty announces intention to retire as CEO of ADS after 37 years
globalpipe No.642 02.06.2017
- Uponor inaugurates PEX, PE-RT and PP-R factory and sales office in China
- Uponor NA invests in US PEX Pipe Production and centralizes Canadian Operations
- Mueller Industries: PEX plastic piping R&D initiative halted
- Agru America opens large diameter HDPE pipe production facility in Charleston
- Molecor expands its PVC-O production capacity in South Africa
- Thermaflex presents a paper at SusTEM: “4th generation district heating solutions
- KRV publishes now pressure pipes installation instructions in English language
- Tyumen Vodokanal – 750 repairs 2016: Old, wrong installed new+counterfeit pipes
- Vinidex: New Maxicoil® System makes large coils up to 2,000 meters possible
- Aquatech China 2017: Largest exhibition for process, drinking&waste water in Asia
- SusTEM 2017: Sustainable Thermal Energy Management International Conference
globalpipe No.641 26.05.2017
- Molecor launched ecoFITTOM PVC-O Fittings for Pressure Pipes
- DPI Plastics upgrades large-bore Extrusion Line for new Ultraflo™ Range
- Polypipe: Spilt Milk is no match for Polypipe’s Ridgistorm-XL System
- REHAU: Latest generation of RAUGEO PE-Xa Probe has a rough outer layer
- Ipex: There’s a lot of Opportunity for supplying Infrastructure Market in CAN+USA
- PVC Pipe Market is expected to reach $85,565 Million, Globally, by 2022
- New Study: Life Cycle Assessment of PVC Underground Pipe Infrastructure
- JG Speedfit boosts Nationwide Network off-the-back of Successful Year
- Polypipe: Record Performance during 2016 and continuing Growth
- Saint-Gobain: €9,937 million – Robust organic Growth of 7.6% in First Quarter 2017
globalpipe No.640 22.05.2017
- Enetec presented new Nob Boards MINI TF-X 45° & TF DD 90°double-density at ISH
- Enetec showed Euro-Ten ultra slim flat & Flat-37dB insulation EPS boards at ISH
- JG Speedfit Underfloor Heating: Innovative, time saving & tool-free pipe connection
- IPEX introduced World’s largest Diameters & new Pressure Class of PVCO Pipe
- aquatherm: Customised Prefabrication has an especially positive effect
- Enetec places follow-up order for KraussMaffei Berstorff multilayer PE-RT line
- KraussMaffei Berstorff: 3rd order from Enetec – System highlight 5-layer pipe head
- Krauss Maffai Chinaplas: Premium machine quality for Chinese pipe formulations
- FB Balzanelli will present Pipe Coiling Solutions at Chinaplas
- ASSOCOMAPLAST Association: Made in Italy doing Business at Chinaplas 2017
- Hengli Petrochemical selects LyondellBasell Hostalen ACP PE Technology
globalpipe No.639 12.05.2017
- Viega: Innovative Smartpress System with flow-optimised metal Connectors
- RWC introduced SharkBite® EvoPEX Push-to-Connect Plumbing System
- Pegler Yorkshire: Pushing the Boundaries – Tectite receives BSI Kitemark Standard
- Pegler Yorkshire: Bespoke Valve Configurations on Site as early as seven Days
- Uponor: New Varicool Carbon cooling ceilings – 45% more output&60% less weight
- Henco ECOLINE Saving Circulation Pipe was shown at ISH 2017
- Wieland: Efficient Heating of Drinking water and Recovery of Heat from Greywater
- Henco: New manifold UFH-MDK presented at ISH 2017
- KE KELIT: New KELOX PROTEC FB push manifold presented at ISH 2017
- REHAU showed RAUTHERM SPEED heating circuit manifold at ISH 2017
- Roth’s new addition Thermaset Manifold offers automatic hydraulic Adjustment
globalpipe No.638 05.05.2017
- Uponor presented new pipe-carrying panels Klett Silent and Klett Twinboard at ish
- Infloor Heating Systems and InfloorPERT are now registered Trademarks in US
- RWC/AUS: SharkBite® Lilac PEX Pipe now available in straight lengths
- Uponor invests €16.3mn to expand PEX Pipe Production Capacity in North America
- Aquatherm North America celebrated Opening of new Headquarter and Plant
- Armacell strengthens its Presence in Scandinavia through Danmat Acquisition
- Watts Water Technologies has acquired PVI Industries effective November 2, 2016
- Wieland Group: Acquisition of Wolverine Technical Tube Business
- Geberit announces First Quarter Results: Good Start into 2017 – Net Sales up 2.6%
- Mueller Industries: Net Sales in Q1 2017 increased by 8.5% vs Q1 2016
- Mueller Industries: Results in Piping Systems Businesses were mixed in 2016
- Uponor’s Net Sales grows in all Segments in the First Quarter 2017
- Watts Water Technologies: Net Sales Q1 2017 slightly increased by 1% vs Q1 2016
globalpipe No.637 28.04.2017
- REHAU: RAUTHERMEX DUO up to 75mm / RAUTHERMEX Strong constant at 10 bar
- Uponor Q&E Jointing Technology for pre-insulated Ecoflex Pipes now up to 75mm
- Interplast: Aquaplus Prins pre-insulated PP-R Pipe placed on International Market
- Henco makes Life easier with new and upgraded Pipe Tools as shown at ISH 2017
- REHAU presented new professional Tools, the RAUTOOL A-one and A5 at ISH 2017
- aquatherm: New Component Unit for the Installation under Pressure
- ENERPIPE: Innovation – CaldoCLICK Sleeve System – No more Bonding or Shrinking
- REHAU: New retrospective Connection or Network Extension with REHAU NEXUS
- Viega: Easytop Valves and Ball Valves completely reworked
- Wavin: Less bumpy Roads with Wavin corrugated Shaft Pipes
- Plastic Pipes from HOBAS, JM Eagle and Uponor for fixing giant sinkhole
globalpipe No.636 06.04.2017
- KE KELIT launched brandnew XTRME FIX high Performance Axial Press Fitting
- VSH PowerPress: Fast, clever and efficient – New launched at the ISH 2017
- SANHA has expanded its RefHP Range – Fittings now available from 3/8” to 2 1/8”
- SANHA now offers new improved axial Expansion Joints for NiroSan & NiroTherm
- Rifeng: CSTB Certification for PEX and PEX-Al Pipes and Fittings/ ISH Participation
- ATP: DNV-GL Certification for Toro 25 in Shipbuilding Industry / ISH Participation
- Georg Fischer awarded major Order in promising Cruise Ship Sector
- Valsir launched a new Business Unit for manufacturing Sewer Systems
- Wieland-Werke AG: Change in the Chairmanship of the Executive Board
- Wieland: Fiscal year 2015/16: Net Income significantly above the previous Year
- REHAU – ISH Review: Trends in the Building Industry “the smarter, the better”
globalpipe No.635 30.03.2017
- Geberit Volex Piping System: Suitable for all Heating and Plumbing Systems!
- Interplast launched ecoFloor PLUS with decreased Height and increased Efficiency
- Wieland has presented cuprotherm System ekoLight at ISH 2017 for the first Time
- REHAU launched innovative Renovation Solution RAUTHERM SPEED plus renova
- REHAU presented new Hook-and-Loop Extension RAUTHERM SPEED silent at ISH
- Roth: New QE Static Mat for a fast Response with minimal Installation Height
- HENCO Super Size Range of Multilayer Pipe & Fittings now in Diameters 75, 90+110
- Multitubo: New MLC-Dimension 90 & 110mm with Modular Connecting Technology
- VSH Shurjoint: Mechanical Grooved Piping System, preferred alternative to welding
- Valsir – presenting latest Products at ISH – introduced new Push-fit Triplus Fittings
globalpipe No.634 24.03.2017
- BYR PEX/RU: Revolutionary System with PE-RT Pipe and PE-Xb Shrink back Fitting
- Smartweld launched its Welding Fitting now as well for PP-R/Al Multilayer Pipes
- Smartweld: Smart Connections for PE-RT/Al Multilayer Pipes now from 16-110mm
- Neupex added Welding Fittings by Electrofusion to PE-RT System / Now 110mm
- WRW/DEU launched new PP-R/Al Pipes and coiled PE-RT/Al Pipes up to 110mm
- Georg Fischer/CHE: 15 Years GF Clean Water Foundation
- Henco is the proud Winner of ‘GOLD’ at the Aalberts Awards
- SANHA: Piping System Specialist provides BIM-enabled Product Data in Revit
- ISH 2017 with positive Results: Excellent Mood – More Visitors & Exhibitors
- Plastics Pipes and Fittings 2017 Conference in Moscow on May 26, 2017
- Pipes XI 2017 Johannesburg PPCA Spin-Off Conference – Focus on Sustainability
globalpipe No.633 13.03.2017
- NIBCO introduces PERTpro™ Tubing to its flexible Piping System Line in 2017
- Plastic (TM RVK (TM PBK))/RUS started PE-RT Pipe Production in 2016
- Mordovia Pipe Company/RUS: PE-RT/EVOH Pipe + new Production Facility Launch
- VALF-RUS – Teploset/RUS launched new PP Production Line / Aquatherm Moscow
- Molecor participates in the Irrigation Project with DN800mm PN16 PVC-O pipe
- Tubrica/VEN ordered KraussMaffei Berstorff Lines for PO and PVC Pipe Production
- PK Kontur/RUS: New PPSU Fittings – New PP Pipe Production Line & Certification
- NIBCO copper fittings: WROT ACR Fittings UL Recognized to 700 PSI now available
- NIBCO launches Press Extended Adapters – longer than Standard WROT Adapters
- Pipelife Gas Stop improves Gas Grid Safety for Netherlands Enexis Netbeheer
- Wienerberger doubled net profit in 2016 – Group is strong and forward-looking
- Armacell increased its 2016 Revenues by 3.4% to EUR 558.6 Million
globalpipe No.632 07.03.2017
- KE KELIT/AUT will be presenting a new Concept at their Stand at the ISH Exhibition
- WRW – Bigger – Faster – Stronger: Multilayer Pipes now available in 90 and 110mm
- mfh systems offers Dry Construction Solutions for Renovation & Old Buildings
- MULTITUBO Fittings: welding 16-75+modular 90+110mm/Fire-protection Solution
- A.T.P./ITA has introduced TORO 25 HC – Health & Care – PP-R Piping System
- NSF International participates at ISH Frankfurt Hall 4.2, Stand B40 on March 14-18
- WAVIN Ekoplastik/CZE got new DVG Certification for PP-R Pipes DN 75-160mm
- Blue Ocean PP-R Piping System is now certified by WRAS (UK) Approval
- FRABO: FRABOPRESS 316 SECURFRABO got CSTB Certification/ ISH Participation
- TECE/DEU: Sound insulation-tested TECEprofil Pre-Walls and MultiGips Wallboard
- COMAP/FRA speeds up its Expansion by integrating 5 new Subsidiaries in Europe
- REHAU: Dr. Roger Schönborn becomes Division Manager Building Solutions
- Thermaflex: Announcing the Creation of their Strategic Advisory Board
globalpipe No.631 02.03.2017
- Thermaflex: ThermaSmart PRO Insulation received Euroclass B for Fire and Smoke
- Uponor launches Ecoflex Thermo PRO in selected European Markets
- Thermaflex: FlexaNet Street in a Day – the District Energy Revolution
- Thermaflex/NED: New easy-to-use Calculation Tool for Insulation Professionals
- Armacell increases Prices for Insulation Materials due to rising Raw Material Costs
- Armacell Eco-Cycle: Return Service for Surplus Insulation Materials
- Roth Plastics Technology/DEU: Formally Handover of Keys for new Logistic Centre
- Zurn’s Growth Strategy: Service Centre Openings in 2016 – 2 in the U.S and 1 in UAE
- Advanced Drainage Systems (ADS)/US has acquired Plastic Tubing Industries (PTI)
- Georg Fischer/CHE: A further Increase in Performance in 2016
- Watts Water Technologies: 2016 operating Cash Flow of $138 million, up 25% y-o-y
- Mexichem: Free Cash Flow in 2016 was $175 Million, up 85% – Strong Finish in Q4
globalpipe No.630 24.02.2017
- Infloor Heating/USA added InfloorPERT Tubing to its Infloor Product Line in 2016
- Crosspipe/CHL got new AENOR Certification for its Crosspipe Pexgol PE-Xa Pipe
- Viega at ISH 2017: Focus on Megapress Piping System for thick-walled Steel Pipe
- KAN/POL: New Brass Version of System KAN-therm Press LBP
- Zurn PEX/USA expands Zurn PEX Qick Sert CR Corrosion Resistant Polymer Fittings
- POLOPLAST/AUT+DEU: funTEC – The new Technology for its Drainage System
- LK Group/SWE will exhibit its Energy Solutions and Heating&Plumbing Pipes at ISH
- REHAU: Motto at this year’s ISH will be REHAU. MY SAFE CHOICE.
- Roth/DEU doubly represented at the ISH: Energy Systems and Sanitary Systems
- Winkler Technik/DEU: Alexander Winkler continues WINKLER TECHNIK Tradition
- BPF Pipes Group/GBR: New BPF Pipes Group President – New Website
- Exova Plastic Pipes/SWE: New Sales Executive at Exova Plastic Pipes
- Geberit/CHE: New Member of the Geberit Board of Directors
- Watts Water Technologies/USA elects two new Director
globalpipe No.629 16.02.2017
- KAN/POL: In 2016 biggest Changes at KAN-therm Push & Push Platinum System
- KAN/POL: New Generation of KAN-therm Push Platinum System
- Uponor USA now offers ProPEX® Connections for Water Service
- Geberit Silent-Pro highly Sound-Insulating Drainage Plug-in System new in 2016
- Huliot/ISR: Download of Ultra-Silent Drawings in REVIT Format now available
- Geberit: Very strong fourth Quarter – First Information on the Year 2016
- Uponor Q4 2016: Satisfactory Progress but no Growth vs strong comparison Period
- Uponor FY 2016: Improving comparable Operating Profit – Small Organic Growth
- Uponor: Construction 2016 – Europe strengthened, NA remained healthy / Outlook
- U.S. Housing Production up 11.3% in December on Multifamily Surge
- Ifo World Economic Climate continues to brighten in Q1 2017
globalpipe No.628 09.02.2017
- Oil Creek/USA got new ICC-ES Certification for AQUA and HEATFLEX PE-RT Pipe
- Legend/USA now manufactures HyperPure™ PE-RT Pipe, 100% recyclable + fusible
- Isoltubex: PE-RT-EVOH Pipes now in red Color available/New Aenor Certifications
- ABN/ESP: New Campaign “The healthiest for your facilities” – Latest Pipe Launches
- aquatechnik NA: PP-R Pipes NSF 14,51,61+372 certified/New PP-R Extrusion Line
- Viega USA introduces new Insulated PEX Barrier Piping System
- Valsir/ITA nominated for BIMobject Awards 2016 | Developers of BIM models
- ABN/ESP: New BIM Objects Library Catalogue for ABN// EVAC ENERGY PLUS system
- Uponor USA plans to launch new Intelligent Water System Technology this Year
- ISH Shows in 2017: India in Feb / Germany in Mar / China in May / Shanghai in Sep
- NSF: Join NSF International for a Drinking Water Regulations Seminar in Germany
globalpipe No.627 03.02.2017
- John Guest USA introduces JG ProLock Plumbing Fittings, a Twist-to-Lock System
- Legend/USA introduces SmartClick PE-RT & PEX Connection System at AHR Expo
- Isoltubex/ESP recently added the new Jaw RFlz 40 for Pipes now up to 40mm
- REHAU USA launch EVERLOC+TM Compression-Sleeve Fitting System at AHR Expo
- IPEX/CAN: Only IPEX offers System 636® Fittings for Flue Gas Venting
- Viega USA:New Viega ProPress® Zero Lead™ Ball Valve Press x Hose Thread
- NIBCO/USA launches FLO-BOSSTM, a new Line of Balancing Valves
- DPI Plastics/ZAF opens new HDPE Pipe Facility in South Africa in February
- Cherokee Culvert/US: First Step into Plastic Pipe Market with HDPE Composite Pipe
- Uponor Infra/FIN: Licence for Giant Diameter Polyethylene Pipe awarded in France
- Armacell USA acquires the extruded PE Insulation Business of Nomaco, USA
- Geberit/CHE: Change to the Geberit Board of Directors
globalpipe No.626 24.01.2017
- IPEX/CAN continues to innovate, new System 636® Fittings for Flue Gas Venting
- battenfeld-cincinnati USA appoints new President & CEO
- FB Balzanelli: Features of their Automatic Coilers described at YouTube
- Nest: Leading connected Home Brand Nest expand to Germany, Austria, Italy&Spain
- Construction Review Africa is working on a feature Article on Water Pipes
- PE100+ Assoc. launches Online Assistant for Trenchless Pressure Pipe Installation
- Calendar of HVAC and similar Trade Fairs and Conferences in January-March 2017
- Uni-Bell PVC Pipe Assoc.’s Annual Meeting: Improving Water Quality and Safety
- PPCA Spin-off Conferences in South Africa and China for 2017 announced
- First Compounding Industry Exhibition to take place in Germany in June 2018
globalpipe No.625 09.01.2017
- KE KELIT: Heiko Folgmann joins KE KELIT Management
- Mexichem announced Acquisition of UK-based Vinyl Compounds Holdings Limited
- Uponor concludes its Employee Negotiations in Spain
- Rubinetterie Bresciane Bonomi exhibited at SMM 2016 / Turbo CuNi goes on Cruise
- Rubinetterie Bresciane Bonomi/ITA: New TURBO IRON Compression Fittings
- DPI Plastics: PVC, the Material of choice for Stormwater Drains and large Sewers
- aquatherm: Waste Disposal/Recycling of Insulation Material with/without HBCD
- Rifeng/CHN received STF Approval for its PE-Xb/Al/PE-Xb Piping System in 2016
- Russian GOST Standard for PVC-O Water Supply Pipes has been drafted
- AHR Expo 2017: Expected Business Growth across the HVACR Industry
- PEXOLOGY/USA got 2017 AHR Expo Innovation Award for PEXGUN handheld Tool
- Taco/US introduce AHR Expo award-winning SmartPlug Instant Hot Water Control