Reliance Worldwide Corporation

What Reliance Worldwide Corporation does

Reliance Worldwide Corporation (ASX: RWC) is a global manufacturer of push-to-connect plumbing fittings, water control valves, and engineered plumbing solutions, founded in 1949 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia with a major regional base in Melbourne, Australia. The company sells under a multi-brand portfolio — SharkBite (brass push-to-connect), JG Speedfit (plastic push-to-connect), HoldRite (pipe supports, firestop, acoustic solutions), Reliance Valves/CashAcme/RMC (water control), MultiSafe (smart leak detection), John Guest (industrial push-to-connect for OEM, drinks dispense, pneumatics, blown fibre), and EZ-FLO (appliance connectors). Its core technology centers on tool-free push-to-connect plumbing systems that eliminate soldering, crimping, clamps, and glue, validated by rigorous testing (95°C thermal, 45 bar for 1,000 hours) and production volumes exceeding 1.5 million SharkBite connections per week.

RWC operates a B2B distribution model selling through wholesale distributors, big-box home improvement retailers (Home Depot, Lowe's in the US), and direct commercial channels to plumbing contractors, residential new-build and renovation projects, commercial construction, and OEM industrial customers across 60+ countries. Regional brand websites (SharkBite, JG Speedfit, HoldRite, CashAcme, John Guest) support distributor lookup and installer education, supplemented by a new Atlanta Training Center (Jan 2026) and Dallas Distribution Center (March 2026).

FY25 net sales were approximately US$859m in the Americas, £201m in EMEA, and A$420m in APAC, equating to roughly US$1.3B in reported revenue across 2,800+ employees and 58 global locations including 14 manufacturing plants. The company is currently restructuring its supply chain away from China for US-market products, establishing new manufacturing in Mexico and Poland, and closing Melbourne brass operations (June 2026) as part of a global manufacturing reshuffle.

Name

Reliance Worldwide Corporation

Legal name

Reliance Worldwide Corporation Limited

Website

http://www.rwc.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

1949

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Reliance Worldwide Corporation is a global manufacturer of push-to-connect plumbing fittings, water control valves, and engineered plumbing solutions, sold under brands including SharkBite, JG Speedfit, HoldRite, John Guest, and MultiSafe to wholesale distributors, Home Depot and Lowe's, plumbing contractors, and OEM industrial customers across 60+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Plumbing Fittings and Water Control Valves

NAICS

Fluid Power Valve and Hose Fitting Manufacturing (332912), Fluid Power Pump and Motor Manufacturing (333996)

SIC

Wholesale-Hardware & Plumbing & Heating Equipment & Supplies (5070), Cutlery, Handtools & General Hardware (3420)

akta.pro primary industry

Plumbing Fixtures (Faucets, Sinks & Bath Fixtures) (IMADALAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Plumbing Parts & Supplies Retail (Pipes, Valves, Fittings) (CRAIADAD)

Keywords

• Push-to-connect plumbing
• Water control valves
• Plumbing fittings manufacturer
• PEX pipe systems
• Smart leak detection

Headquarters

HQ city

Atlanta

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Plumbing Products Sales: RWC generates revenue primarily through the sale of plumbing and heating products including push-to-connect fittings, valves, PEX pipes, and related accessories. Revenue is generated through wholesale distribution, retail partners (Home Depot, Lowe's), and direct sales to contractors. FY25 regional breakdown: Americas US$859m, EMEA £201m, APAC A$420m.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Reliance Worldwide Corporation manufactures and sells push-to-connect plumbing fittings, water control valves, PEX pipe systems, and related accessories under a portfolio of brands including SharkBite, JG Speedfit, HoldRite, Reliance Valves, CashAcme, MultiSafe, John Guest, and EZ-FLO. The company's products serve residential new build, renovation, repair and maintenance, commercial construction, and specialist industrial applications across the Americas, EMEA, and APAC regions through wholesale distributors, retail partners, and direct sales channels.

Product overview

Reliance Worldwide Corporation (RWC) is a global manufacturer of premium plumbing products organized as a platform-plus-modules architecture. The company's core product ecosystem centers on push-to-connect plumbing and heating technologies, water control valves, and specialist engineered solutions. The primary product lines include: SharkBite (brass push-to-connect systems for plumbing/heating), JG Speedfit (plastic push-to-connect systems), HoldRite (engineered plumbing supports and firestop solutions), Reliance Valves (water control valves combining RMC Water Valves and CashAcme brands), MultiSafe (smart water monitoring/leak detection), and John Guest (specialist push-to-connect for drinks dispense, automotive, pneumatics, and fiber). Supporting sub-products include SharkBite EvoPEX, JG Layflat pipe, JG Aura Heating Controls, PolarClean beer systems, and MultiSafe leak detection sensors. RWC serves residential, commercial, and industrial markets across the Americas, Asia-Pacific, and EMEA regions through 58 locations and 14 manufacturing plants.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SharkBite: World leading brass push-to-connect plumbing and heating system. Makes 1.5 million+ connections every week.
• JG Speedfit
• HoldRite
• Reliance Valves
• MultiSafe
• John Guest
• EZ-FLO
• Cash Acme

Products and services

• SharkBite World-leading brass push-to-connect plumbing and heating system enabling connections without specialist tools, soldering, crimping, clamps, or glue. Used by plumbing contractors for residential new build, renovation, and repair applications.
• JG Speedfit World-leading plastic push-to-connect plumbing and heating system offering fittings, valves, pipes, and underfloor heating solutions for new build, renovation, and service/repair work. Used by plumbing contractors in EMEA and global markets.
• HoldRite Engineered plumbing and mechanical solutions including secondary pipe supports, acoustic noise and vibration plumbing solutions, sleeving, and firestop systems. Serves residential and commercial construction markets.
• Reliance Valves Water control valves for plumbing and heating, incorporating RMC Water Valves and CashAcme brands. Specializes in water pressure, temperature, and thermostatic mixing valves that protect hot water systems. Used by plumbing contractors and commercial installers.
• MultiSafe Smart home water monitor and leak detection technology providing constant monitoring of water flow rate, pressure, temperature, and hardness with automatic shut-off capabilities and instant alerts via text or email. Targeted at residential and commercial property owners.
• John Guest Intelligent plastic push-to-connect technologies for specialist industries including drinks dispense, pure water, air and pneumatics, blown fibre, automotive, and OEM solutions. Changes how pipe and tube connections are made across diverse global industries.
• EZ-FLO International Manufacturer of appliance connectors and supply lines under EZ-FLO and Eastman brands. RWC acquired EZ-FLO in 2021 to become a leader in appliance connectors and supply lines in North America.
• Holman Industries Industrial plumbing products company whose acquisition by RWC was announced in February 2024 to strengthen RWC's industrial presence within the ASX 200.
• SharkBite PEX Press Fittings New SharkBite press fittings for PEX pipe, launched in 2026, designed for faster, secure connections and integrating with the complete SharkBite plumbing system.

Quantifiable outcome

• Installation time reduced by up to 50% compared to traditional soldering/crimping methods
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Wine to WatercoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022Non-profit partnership providing clean water solutions globally. Since partnering in 2022, RWC has empowered over 52,800 people with sustainable access to clean water. On RWC International Volunteer Day, 11 Filter Build Events were hosted across five countries assembling 1,300 water filters. September 2024 Step Challenge raised $63,000 for Wine to Water projects in Nepal.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• NIBCO: NIBCO is a privately held US manufacturer of plumbing valves, fittings, and flow control products. Direct competitor to RWC's CashAcme and Reliance Valves lines serving wholesale distributors, contractors, and OEMs across residential and commercial plumbing.
• Uponor: Uponor is a European-headquartered leader in PEX plumbing and heating pipe systems, including radiant heating and tap-water systems. Direct overlap with RWC's PEX pipe, Speedfit, and brass push-to-connect offerings for new-build and renovation markets.
• Mueller Industries: Mueller Industries manufactures copper, brass, aluminum, and plastic products serving plumbing, HVAC, and industrial markets, with extensive fittings and valves lines. Comparable to RWC as a competing fittings manufacturer serving wholesale plumbing distributors and OEMs.
• Aalberts Industries: Aalberts is a European flow control and hydronic solutions group operating brands in valves, fittings, and piping for HVAC and plumbing. Overlaps with RWC's Reliance Valves and JG Speedfit in EMEA markets across residential and commercial heating/plumbing.
• Watts Water Technologies: Watts Water Technologies is a leading US manufacturer of plumbing, water quality, and water conservation products, including valves, fittings, and flow control. Highly comparable to RWC's SharkBite, Reliance Valves, and CashAcme portfolios serving residential and commercial plumbing channels.

Broad incumbents

• Pentair: Pentair is a global water treatment and flow solutions company with residential and commercial water filtration, pumps, and valves. Adjacent to RWC's plumbing portfolio with overlap in valves and water control technology, particularly through professional plumbing channels.
• Masco Corporation: Masco is a large building products company whose plumbing segment includes Delta Faucet, Peerless, and Brizo. While Masco is broader (also paints/coatings), its plumbing division is a key competitor and retail partner alongside RWC at Home Depot and Lowe's.
• Fortune Brands Innovations: Fortune Brands owns Moen (faucets), Therma-Tru (doors), and Fiberon (composites). Its Moen business directly competes in plumbing fittings and water control at retail, sharing Home Depot and Lowe's shelf space with RWC's SharkBite brand.

Regional players

• Advanced Drainage Systems: Advanced Drainage Systems is a US leader in water management solutions including drainage pipe and stormwater products. While primarily focused on below-ground water management rather than in-plumbing fittings, it shares RWC's residential/commercial construction exposure and water infrastructure theme.

Emerging players

• Franklin Electric: Franklin Electric manufactures water systems, pumps, and fueling equipment with growing exposure to water management and connected products. Partial overlap with RWC's water control and leak-detection/smart-water ambitions through distribution and OEM relationships.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/RWCglobal
• Facebookfacebook.com/RWCglobal
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/home
• Instagraminstagram.com/rwc_global

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Subsidiaries6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A1 record

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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