TPi November 2016

business & market news

Joint venture to manufacture pre-insulated flexible pipe for district heating

pipe for district heating, gas and water applications. Their pipe manufacturing capabilities, knowledge, quality and leading position in the Chinese market combined with Radius Group’s unique product proposition in reinforced pre-insulated flexible district heating pipe systems will create a strong market player.”

Radius Group, UK, a provider of pipeline infrastructure solutions for district heating, gas and water transportation, has announced the establishment of a new joint venture with Jielin Plastic Pipe Manufacture Co Ltd based in Zibo, Shandong Province, China. Radius Group will be the majority shareholder. The joint venture will focus on the production of reinforced pre-insulated flexible pipes for the district heating market in China, and will operate under the name Radius (Shandong) Piping Systems Ltd. Andy Taylor, Radius Group CEO, said, “We are overjoyed and excited to partner with Zibo Jielin Plastic Pipe Manufacture in establishing this exciting new opportunity. District heating is a core segment for Radius Group and through this manufacturing partnership we will deliver a state-of-the-art pipeline solution which will benefit the Chinese district heating market.

Liu Hongbo, CEO of Zibo Jielin Plastic Pipe Manufacture, added, “I am very excited at the prospect of this collaboration with Radius. Radius’s highly advanced production technology, outstanding R&D capabilities, management expertise and experience in developing value makes them one of the largest manufacturers of plastic pipes and fittings in Europe and therefore a perfect partner for Zibo Jielin. Through the establishment of this JV both parties will benefit from outstanding synergy opportunities. Our combined product proposition is unique and will accelerate the replacement of steel pipes in the district heating network. As a result,

Miron Gorilovsky, president of Radius Group, and Liu Hongbo, CEO of Zibo Jielin Pipe Manufacture, sign the new JV agreement

our JV company will contribute to the energy saving and the carbon emission reduction in the district heating industry in China.”

Radius Systems Ltd – UK sales@radius-systems.com www.radius-systems.com

“Zibo Jielin Plastic Pipe Manufacture is a leader in the production of plastic

McElroy unveils modernised website

Krupalu Inc. is one of the largest Importers and Exporters of Ferrous and Non-Ferrous Alloys (Tubes, Pipes, Bars, Plates and Coil) having over 25+ years of extensive global tube industry experience. We work as a trusted partner to provide the most competitive price, high quality and efficient delivery. We have registered offices in USA, Canada, India and Europe.

All product lines include an overview of the features and benefits. Individual product pages include all information and collateral pertinent to the particular machine within the product line, for example part numbers; photos, videos and animations; machine specifications; literature; and accessories and replacement parts. A search feature has been added that allows visitors to search for products, articles, accessories and more.

Pipe fusion equipment manufacturer McElroy has launched its newly redesigned website. The entire fusion website has been designed to be more inviting, informative and mobile-friendly, and is easy to use, providing machine information as well as fused piping system information to both frequent and first-time users. With a new menu structure, machines are grouped into two distinct categories based on the type of industries served: underground/construction – for equipment fusing traditional thermoplastics like HDPE, MDPE, PA12 and Fusible PVC ® ; and mechanical/ HVAC/plumbing – for equipment fusing polypropylene pipe including PP-R and PP-RCT.

Krupalu Inc. 337 Deerfoot Trail Waterloo, ON, N2K 0B4, Canada 630-929-7244 Email: sales@krupalu.com

An optional tutorial to help visitors navigate the site is also offered.

McElroy – USA fusion@mcelroy.com www.mcelroy.com

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