CB Supplies
CB Supplies is a Canadian manufacturer and master distributor of plumbing, hydronic heating, and HVACR products serving wholesale distributors, contractors, and municipal utilities across Canada and the United States through four regional warehouses and US manufacturer representatives.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1962
- HeadquartersSurrey, Canada
- Headcount51–100
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What CB Supplies does
CB Supplies is a Canadian manufacturer and master distributor of plumbing, hydronic heating, and HVACR products, founded in 1962 and headquartered in Surrey, British Columbia. The company operates an in-house extrusion plant in Surrey producing proprietary PE-RT tubing (VIPERT) and PEX-b tubing (CANPEX, LYNX-PEX) for potable water distribution, radiant floor heating, snow/ice melting, and municipal water service applications. The product portfolio extends to MECHPRESS and MECHPRESS-G carbon steel press fittings, Diamondback CSST flexible gas piping (acquired from Tecvalco in 2022), IVAR stainless steel manifolds, PUMPTROL pressure switches, and complementary distributed lines such as American Granby plumbing and well products, copper fittings, and the VARIMIX PRO heat-pump distribution module.
The company serves wholesale distributors, plumbing and HVAC contractors, municipal water utilities, and hydronic system installers through four regional distribution centers in Canada (Surrey, Calgary, Mississauga, Bois-des-Filion) and through two US manufacturer representatives (American Granby in Liverpool, NY and G&S Sales in Salt Lake City, UT). Revenue is generated through wholesale/B2B hardware sales with downloadable price lists for both Canadian and US markets; the company is privately held under CB Supplies Ltd. with no disclosed external funding, and the President is Warren Lowe. Recent strategic activity includes a 2022 CSST acquisition, a March 2025 product extension into gas and fire-sprinkler press fittings, a new Calgary facility opening in June 2025, and back-to-back AD Canada Jacques Deschênes Supplier of the Year awards in 2023 and 2024.
CB Supplies firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- CB Supplies
- Legal name
- CB Supplies Ltd.
- Website
- https://cbsupplies.ca
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1962
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 51–100 employees
- Short description
- CB Supplies is a Canadian manufacturer and master distributor of plumbing, hydronic heating, and HVACR products serving wholesale distributors, contractors, and municipal utilities across Canada and the United States through four regional warehouses and US manufacturer representatives.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
CB Supplies industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Plumbing and Hydronic Heating Supplies
- NAICS
- Rubber and Plastics Hoses and Belting Manufacturing (326220), Fluid Power Valve and Hose Fitting Manufacturing (332912), Other Metal Valve and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing (332919), Pump and Compressor Manufacturing (33391), Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (33341)
- SIC
- Wholesale-Hardware & Plumbing & Heating Equipment & Supplies (5070), Steel Pipe & Tubes (3317), Pumps & Pumping Equipment (3561)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Pipes & Tubing (Metal, Plastic & Composite) (IMADALAC)
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Where CB Supplies is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Surrey
- HQ country
- Canada
- HQ region
- North America
Offices4 records
Markets served
CB Supplies business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Plumbing and Hydronic Product Distribution: CB Supplies operates as a Canadian manufacturer and master distributor of plumbing, HVAC, and hydronic products. The company generates revenue through the sale of PEX/PE-RT tubing, fittings, manifolds, and related products to wholesale distributors who then serve contractors and end customers.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | Wholesale/B2B pricing through authorized distributors |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels5 records
CB Supplies product offering
Product offeringCore offering
CB Supplies is a Canadian manufacturer and master distributor of plumbing, hydronic heating, and HVACR products. The company manufactures proprietary PE-RT (VIPERT), PEX-b (CANPEX), and water service (LYNX-PEX) tubing at its Surrey, BC extrusion facility, and distributes MECHPRESS carbon steel press fittings, Diamondback CSST flexible gas piping, IVAR stainless steel manifolds, and a broad assortment of complementary plumbing and HVAC components to wholesale distributors and contractors across Canada and the United States.
Product overview
CB Supplies is a Canadian manufacturer and master distributor of plumbing, hydronic heating, and HVACR products founded in 1962. The company operates a multi-product portfolio centered on proprietary tubing solutions: VIPERT™ (PE-RT tubing for potable water and radiant heating), LYNX-PEX™ (water service and reclaim water tubing), and CANPEX™ (PEX-b tubing products). The product line extends to MECHPRESS/MECHPRESS-G (carbon steel press fittings for mechanical/fire protection and gas systems), Diamondback® CSST (flexible gas piping acquired from Tecvalco), and IVAR radiant manifolds. Supporting products include copper fittings and valves, PEX/PE-RT accessories, PUMPTROL™ pressure switches, American Granby distributed products, VARIMIX PRO heating/cooling modules, ACR refrigeration fittings, and various pipe hangers, clamps, and insulation materials. The company manufactures at its Surrey, BC extrusion facility and distributes through four Canadian regional warehouses. A companion Diamondback mobile sizing app provides installation planning capabilities.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- VIPERT: PE-RT tubing for potable water and radiant heating systems with oxygen barrier, manufactured in Canada with 25-year warranty.
- LYNX-PEX
- MECHPRESS
- Diamondback
- CANPEX
- IVAR
Products and services
- VIPERT PE-RT Tubing PE-RT (Polyethylene of Raised Temperature) tubing manufactured in Canada using a bimodal dual PE reactor process for potable water and radiant floor heating applications. Available in 1/4" to 2" diameters with a 25-year warranty.
- LYNX-PEX Water Service Tubing Canadian-manufactured water service and reclaim water tubing for municipal water distribution. Features 6-month UV protection, maximum chlorine resistance, burst pressure exceeding industry requirements, and optional integrated tracer wire for post-installation detection.
- CANPEX PEX-b Tubing PEX-b cross-linked polyethylene tubing product family including UV Plus (potable water), Oxy Barrier (hydronic radiant heating), and Ultra variants, backed by a 25-year warranty.
- MECHPRESS Carbon Steel Press Fittings Carbon steel press fittings designed for Schedule 10 to 40 carbon steel pipe (per NFPA 13) on nominal sizes 1/2" to 2". Features zinc-nickel coating, EPDM sealing elements, 360-degree symmetric design with double row of stainless steel grip rings, and smart leak-proof technology that visually confirms proper pressing. Sold with a 15-year limited warranty.
- MECHPRESS-G Carbon Steel Press Fittings Carbon steel press fittings sized 1/2" to 2" nominal, designed for gas and fuel oil systems. Features HNBR yellow color-coded sealing elements, zinc-nickel coating for corrosion protection, and compatibility with leading carbon pipe press tools.
- Diamondback CSST Flexible Gas Piping Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing flexible gas piping system for natural and propane gas distribution in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. Provides industry-leading flow rates enabling smaller diameter pipes and fittings.
- IVAR Stainless Steel Radiant Manifolds Precision-manufactured stainless steel manifolds for radiant heating, cooling, and snow/ice melting systems. Available in 1", 1-1/4", 1-1/2", and 2" sizes with 2 to 12 loops and integrated flow meters for precise loop balancing.
- PUMPTROL Pressure Switches Industry-standard diaphragm-actuated pressure switches from Telemecanique Sensors (part of YAGEO) for controlling electrically driven water pumps. Features NEMA Type 1 general purpose enclosure and NSF/ANSI 372 lead-free certification.
- VARIMIX PRO Heating and Cooling Module Modular distribution system for heating and cooling applications, designed for integration with heat pumps. Combines boosting and mixing units in a compact form factor.
Quantifiable outcome
- 25-year warranty on VIPERT PE-RT and CANPEX PEX-b tubing
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Companies that use CB Supplies
Customer profileNamed customers1 record
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
CB Supplies technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature6 records
CB Supplies partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- AD Canada (AD Plumbing & Heating)coreCB Supplies has received the Jacques Deschènes Supplier of the Year award from AD Canada in both 2023 and 2024, recognizing the company's commitment to product quality, competitive pricing, reliable lead times, and exceptional service. AD Canada is a major buying group in the Canadian plumbing and heating industry.
- Tecvalco LimitedcoreCB Supplies acquired the Diamondback line of CSST (Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing) and fittings from Tecvalco Limited, making it an outstanding addition to their broad range of products. Diamondback is an innovative building product that supplies natural gas or LP gas in buildings for appliances.
- American Granby Inc.coreAmerican Granby Inc. serves as a US sales partner for CB Supplies, representing products in the northeastern United States from their location in Liverpool, New York. Contact: P: 315-451-1100, T: 800-776-2266.
- G&S Sales, Inc.coreG&S Sales, Inc. serves as a US sales partner for CB Supplies, representing products in the western United States from their location in Salt Lake City, Utah. Contact: P: 801-972-0659.
- YAGEO Group (Telemecanique Sensors)minorCB Supplies carries the PUMPTROL Pressure Switch from Telemecanique Sensors, part of YAGEO. PUMPTROL is an industry-standard pump controller with a 1-year warranty, manufactured in an ISO 9001 certified facility.
Scale indicators6 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
CB Supplies competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Uponor North America: Uponor is a leading global manufacturer of PEX plumbing and radiant heating systems, directly competing with CB Supplies' VIPERT PE-RT, CANPEX PEX-b, and IVAR radiant manifolds. Both companies serve residential and commercial hydronic and plumbing markets through wholesale distribution and contractor channels.
- Reliance Worldwide Corporation (SharkBite): RWC owns SharkBite and other PEX/copper push-fit and press-fit plumbing brands sold through wholesale distributors. Its product mix in PEX tubing, fittings, and push-to-connect valves directly overlaps with CB Supplies' tubing and MECHPRESS offering.
- Rehau Industries: Rehau manufactures PEX plumbing and radiant heating/cooling systems, including RAUPEX and EVERLOC+, directly competing with CB Supplies' VIPERT, CANPEX, and LYNX-PEX tubing lines. Both serve hydronic and plumbing markets through wholesale and contractor channels in North America.
- Viega LLC: Viega is a leading manufacturer of press-fit fittings (ProPress for copper/carbon steel) used in plumbing, mechanical, and gas systems, directly competing with CB Supplies' MECHPRESS carbon steel press fittings. Both companies target commercial mechanical and residential plumbing contractors via wholesale distribution.
- Ward Manufacturing: Ward Manufacturing is a US producer of malleable iron, carbon steel, and stainless steel pipe fittings, including cast iron fittings and CSST-related gas distribution components. It overlaps with CB Supplies' MECHPRESS carbon steel fittings and Diamondback CSST product lines.
- IPEX (Aliaxis): IPEX, part of Aliaxis, is a Canadian-headquartered manufacturer of plastic piping systems (PVC, CPVC, PEX, PE) for plumbing, mechanical, and municipal applications. It directly competes with CB Supplies' LYNX-PEX water service tubing and broader plastic pipe offering in the Canadian market.
Broad incumbents
- Mueller Industries: Mueller Industries manufactures copper, brass, aluminum, and plastic plumbing products, including copper tube and fittings that compete with CB Supplies' copper fittings and tube offering. It is a broader, vertically integrated metals manufacturer rather than a hydronic specialist.
- Watts Water Technologies: Watts Water is a large North American manufacturer of plumbing, water quality, and flow-control products. It overlaps with CB Supplies' plumbing fittings, valves, and water service tubing through wholesale and OEM channels, but operates as a broad multi-category incumbent rather than a tubing specialist.
- NIBCO Inc. NIBCO is a US manufacturer of copper, plastic, and metal plumbing fittings, valves, and piping components sold through wholesale distributors. It overlaps with CB Supplies' fittings and copper product categories but operates as a broad multi-category incumbent across plumbing and industrial flow control.
Regional players
- Bow Plumbing (Canplas): Bow Plumbing, part of Canplas, is a Canadian manufacturer of plastic plumbing fittings, drains, and water management products. It is a regional peer competing in the Canadian wholesale plumbing market with overlapping fittings and plastic piping categories.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
CB Supplies social profiles
Digital presenceCB Supplies compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance3 records
CB Supplies financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
CB Supplies leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
CB Supplies subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries1 record
CB Supplies funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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CB Supplies M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about CB Supplies
What does CB Supplies do?
CB Supplies is a Canadian manufacturer and master distributor of plumbing, hydronic heating, and HVACR products. The company manufactures proprietary PE-RT (VIPERT), PEX-b (CANPEX), and water service (LYNX-PEX) tubing at its Surrey, BC extrusion facility, and distributes MECHPRESS carbon steel press fittings, Diamondback CSST flexible gas piping, IVAR stainless steel manifolds, and a broad assortment of complementary plumbing and HVAC components to wholesale distributors and contractors across Canada and the United States.
Is CB Supplies a public or private company?
CB Supplies is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was CB Supplies founded?
CB Supplies was founded in 1962. It employs 51 to 100 people.
Where is CB Supplies based?
CB Supplies is headquartered in Surrey, Canada, in the North America region.
How does CB Supplies make money?
One revenue line is on record: plumbing and Hydronic Product Distribution.
Who are CB Supplies's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Uponor North America, Reliance Worldwide Corporation (SharkBite), Rehau Industries, Viega LLC, Ward Manufacturing and IPEX (Aliaxis). Broad incumbents are Mueller Industries, Watts Water Technologies and NIBCO Inc.. Bow Plumbing (Canplas) is listed as a regional player.
Does CB Supplies have an API?
No public API is recorded for CB Supplies.
What industry is CB Supplies in?
CB Supplies's product category is Plumbing and Hydronic Heating Supplies. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMADALAC, Pipes & Tubing (Metal, Plastic & Composite). Its NAICS code is 326220 and its SIC code is 5070.