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Plas-fit
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Plas-fit Ltd.
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plas-fit.com
Company typeenum
Private
Founded yearint
1998
Descriptiontext

Plas-fit Ltd. is an Israeli manufacturer of polypropylene (PP) compression fittings and pipe connection solutions serving three primary end-markets: agriculture and gardening (irrigation, drip-line and sprinkler systems), telecommunications (push-fit couplers, microducts and direct-buried fittings for fiber-optic last-mile infrastructure), and municipal/civil infrastructure (potable-water distribution, saddles, valves and manifolds for PE pipe networks). The company's product architecture spans multiple certified pressure series — Series 150 (PN10/PN16), Series 250 (PN16, DVGW-certified), Series 350 (EASY SYSTEM) — plus patented or patent-pending innovations including Tavor Saddles (claim of up to 70% installation-time savings), Comfit push-fit couplers for telecom ducts, and the DB Direct Buried metal-free series for underground fiber installations. Manufacturing is anchored at the Bar-Lev Industrial Park headquarters in Misgav, Israel, with additional production at Tavlit's Yavne facility acquired in 2022; the company also operates Plas-fit BV in the Netherlands for European distribution and works with Duraline USA in North America.

The business model is B2B hardware sales with quote-based pricing: customers submit contact forms to receive catalogs, technical data sheets, CAD/BIM files, and pricing, indicating project-driven rather than e-commerce sales. Go-to-market is a hybrid of direct enterprise sales (Israel and key accounts) and an international distributor network inherited largely from the 2022 Tavlit acquisition that reaches approximately 75 countries. The company is privately held and jointly owned at 50% by Kadma Fund alongside the Friedrich family; since 2022, this PE-backed structure has funded an acquisition-led strategy adding Tavlit (irrigation filters/sprinklers, 2022), Rain Line (irrigation controllers, 2022), Photex (electrical plastics, 2024) and Arco Anbar Industries (reinforced polyester/construction, 2026), repositioning the group from a PE fittings specialist into a multi-disciplinary infrastructure products platform.

Short descriptiontext

Plas-fit is an Israeli manufacturer of PP compression fittings, saddles, valves, and push-fit couplers serving agriculture, telecommunications, and municipal infrastructure customers in 75+ countries, with PE backing from Kadma Fund.

Operating statusenum
Operating
Ownership categoryenum
Headcount rangeband
51–100
akta.pro rankint
HeadquartersMisgav, Israel
HQ citystring
Misgav
HQ countrystring
Israel
HQ regionstring
Middle East
Markets served

Serves global market

Offices3 records

Each record includes

City, Country, Type, Description, Source

Keyword5 values
polyethylene pipe fittings, compression fittings, drip irrigation connectors, fiber optic duct fittings, agricultural plumbing fittings
Industry2 codes
1IMANADAA
CodeIMANADAAPrimaryYes
2IMANADAE
CodeIMANADAEPrimaryNo
NAICS code2 codes
  • 326122
  • 32612
SIC code1 code
  • 3089
Product category
Plastic Pipe Fittings and Connectors
Social media profiles2 records
GTM motion1 record

Each record includes

Type, Description, Source

Revenue model1 record
1Polyethylene Pipe Fittings and Accessories
TypeHardware Sales
Description

Manufacture and sale of PP compression fittings, couplings, saddles, valves, and connectors for polyethylene pipe systems across agriculture, infrastructure, and telecommunications sectors. Product lines include Series 150 (PN10/PN16), Series 250 (PN16), Series 350 (Easy System), Super-Fit, Meital, Elasto-Fit, Solar-Fit, Comfit, Microfit, and DB Direct Buried. Revenue generated through one-time hardware sales with product sold via distributors and direct sales internationally.

plas-fit.com
Marketing channels3 records

Each record includes

Title, Type, Stage, Description, Source

Distribution channels3 records

Each record includes

Title, Type, Scope, Target buyer, Description, Source

Cost components5 values
Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales
Pricing details1 tier
1Quote-based pricing for B2B customers across all product lines
ModelOtherBilling cadenceMulti-year contract
Notes

Pricing not publicly available. Website requires visitors to submit contact details via forms to access technical documents, catalogs, CAD/BIM files, and receive pricing information.

plas-fit.com
GTM typeB2B
B2B
Offering typeHardware or Manufacturing
Hardware or Manufacturing
Brand1 of 9 records shown
1Tavlit (תבליט)
Description

Filters, sprinklers, and irrigation solutions - acquired brand continuing operations under Plas-fit

plas-fit.com
+8 more records
Core offering1 text field

Plas-fit develops and manufactures plastic fitting products, primarily polypropylene (PP) compression fittings, push-fit couplers, saddles, valves, and connectors for polyethylene (PE) pipe systems. The product portfolio serves three main end markets: agriculture and gardening (irrigation, drip lines, sprinklers), telecommunications (fiber optic microduct and cable duct systems), and infrastructure/sanitation (municipal water supply and PE pipe networks). Manufacturing is performed at facilities in Israel.

Differentiator
Functional benefit
Problem solved
Quantifiable outcome1 of 4 values shown
  • Saves up to 70% installation time with Tavor Saddles compared to traditional saddles
+3 more records
Product overview1 text field

Plas-fit is a manufacturer of PP compression fittings and pipe connection solutions, formerly known as Plassim Fittings. The company operates as a comprehensive solutions provider offering products across three main categories: Agriculture & Gardening (Series 150, 250, 350, Super-Fit, Meital, Meital Plus, Nir Connectors, Elasto-Fit, Saddles, Tavor Saddles, Ball Valves, PE Risers, Super-Records), Telecommunication (Comfit, Microfit, Transfit, Direct Buried DB Series, DB FR, Gas Block, Closures, Simplex Plug, Divisible Repair Coupling, Comfit Plug), and Infrastructure (Unifit, Solar-Fit, Valves). The product portfolio also includes acquired brands: Tavlit (filters and sprinklers), Rain-line (irrigation controllers), Fotex (electrical infrastructure), and Arco Amber (heavy-duty polyester cabinets). With over 60 years of experience starting from 1960, the company combines deep agricultural expertise with plastic engineering capabilities spanning more than 40 years.

Product and service1 record
1Series 150 PP Compression Fittings (PN10/PN16)
Scale indicator5 records

Each record includes

Type, Value, Description, Source

Partnership6 partners
Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Acquired in November 2022 as a wholly-owned subsidiary. Tavlit, founded in 1971 by the Nahmias family, specializes in filters, sprinklers, and micro-sprinkler systems for irrigation and water management. It serves approximately 75 countries internationally and adds significant scale to the group's water solutions portfolio.

Strategic tierMinorTypeChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor
Description

Rain spa is an Italian company and one of the world's leading manufacturers of irrigation controllers, valves, and irrigation accessories. Through its Israeli subsidiary Rain Line, the company represents Rain spa products exclusively in Israel. Plas-fit acquired the irrigation activity of Rain Line in 2022.

3Photex Molds (פוטקס תבניות)
Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Acquired in December 2024, Photex is Israel's leading provider of plastic solutions for the electrical industry, manufacturing boxes, conduits, covers and other products that streamline electrician work. Led by Tzadok Reuben and Aviad Reuben.

plas-fit.com
4Arco Anbar Industries (ארקו ענבר תעשיות)
Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Acquired in February 2026, Arco Anbar specializes in armored polyester products, insulation products, and traffic guidance systems. Complements Plas-fit's portfolio by adding heavy-duty polyester cabinets (FGI) manufactured with hot-press technology for outdoor conditions, expanding the group into advanced construction solutions.

plas-fit.com
Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Acquired as part of the group's expansion into the agricultural sector, specializing in irrigation solutions, sprinklers, and products for nurseries and greenhouses.

Strategic tierMinorTypeChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor
Description

US-based distribution partner for Plas-fit products in the American market, providing phone contact and toll-free number for US customers.

Recent move7 records

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Date, Type, Title, Description, Source

Expansion highlight6 records

Each record includes

Type, Description

Peers10 records
TypeDirect peer
Description

Israeli global leader in drip irrigation and precision agriculture solutions. Overlaps with Plas-fit's agriculture and gardening vertical through shared Israeli origin, irrigation dealer channels, and complementary product portfolios following the Tavlit acquisition.

TypeRegional player
Description

US-based manufacturer of irrigation products including valves, fittings, and controllers. Overlaps with Plas-fit's agriculture vertical on complementary products rather than direct compression fittings competition.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Global leader in plastic piping systems serving water, gas, industrial, and microduct/telecom applications. Offers a far broader catalog and global footprint than Plas-fit, including comparable PE/PP compression fittings and push-fit systems.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

World-leading plastic fluid handling solutions group covering water, energy, and industrial markets with brands such as IPEX, Vinidex, and Durapipe. Directly competes in PE/PP fittings while operating at significantly larger scale and geographic reach.

TypeEmerging player
Description

Indian-headquartered irrigation, piping, and plastic products group with PE fittings and integrated drip irrigation systems. Comparable product/market overlap in agriculture and infrastructure water distribution, particularly in emerging markets.

TypeOthers
Description

Now a wholly-owned Plas-fit subsidiary, Tavlit historically competed as an independent Israeli manufacturer of irrigation filters, sprinklers, and micro-sprinklers with comparable international distribution (~75 countries).

TypeDirect peer
Description

Italian manufacturer of PP compression fittings and valves for PE pipes serving agriculture, water, and industrial markets. Direct overlap with Plas-fit's Series 150/250/350 product families in Europe and Mediterranean markets.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Israeli-founded global manufacturer of PP compression fittings, valves, and saddles for PE pipes in agriculture, water, and gas. Directly competes with Plas-fit across the same core compression fitting categories and customer segments.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Austrian manufacturer of PE, PP, and PVDF piping systems, fittings, sheets, and concrete protection liners. Comparable in offering high-performance polymer fittings for industrial, water, and chemical applications.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

European plastic pipe and fittings manufacturer serving water supply, sewage, drainage, irrigation, and cable protection. Overlaps with Plas-fit's infrastructure, agriculture, and telecom duct categories at a much larger scale.

Market position
Strengths5 records

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Headline, Details, Source

Weaknesses5 records

Each record includes

Headline, Details, Source

Competitive moat5 records

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Type, Details

Key risks5 records

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Headline, Details, Source

Key highlights6 records

Each record includes

Headline, Details, Source

Customer concentration

Classification, Details

Segment3 records

Each record includes

Title, Type, Primary, Description, Pain point addressed, Use case, Source

Ideal customer profile3 records

Each record includes

Profile, Firmographic size, Sales motion, Sales cycle length, Buying structure, Purchase trigger, Buyer persona, Geography, Industry vertical, Primary use case, Description, Pain points, Evidence proof points, Target buyer

Technology focused
No
API detail
Has APIbool
No

Docs URL, Description

AI maturity
App detail

Has app

Feature7 records

Each record includes

Title, Differentiator, Description, Source

Core technology
Revenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Number of profiles
Profiles3 records

Each record includes

Name, Designation, Designation category, Overview, Profile commentary, Source

Subsidiaries5 records

Each record includes

Name, Acquired on, Relationship type, Type, Business focus

Compliance13 records

Each record includes

Name, Class, Description

Funding overview

Funding stage, Last funding date, Total funding USD

Funding rounds

Each record includes

Round, Amount USD, Date, Pre money valuation, Total investors, Investors, News

Investors

Each record includes

Name, Type, Date of entry, Rounds participated, Website

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Each record includes

Name, Acquisition type, Announced date, Completed date, Status, Website, News

Investment

Each record includes

Name, Round, Announced date, Lead investor, Website, News

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Plas-fit

Plastic Pipe Fittings and Connectorsplas-fit.com

Plas-fit is an Israeli manufacturer of PP compression fittings, saddles, valves, and push-fit couplers serving agriculture, telecommunications, and municipal infrastructure customers in 75+ countries, with PE backing from Kadma Fund.

What Plas-fit does

Plas-fit Ltd. is an Israeli manufacturer of polypropylene (PP) compression fittings and pipe connection solutions serving three primary end-markets: agriculture and gardening (irrigation, drip-line and sprinkler systems), telecommunications (push-fit couplers, microducts and direct-buried fittings for fiber-optic last-mile infrastructure), and municipal/civil infrastructure (potable-water distribution, saddles, valves and manifolds for PE pipe networks). The company's product architecture spans multiple certified pressure series — Series 150 (PN10/PN16), Series 250 (PN16, DVGW-certified), Series 350 (EASY SYSTEM) — plus patented or patent-pending innovations including Tavor Saddles (claim of up to 70% installation-time savings), Comfit push-fit couplers for telecom ducts, and the DB Direct Buried metal-free series for underground fiber installations. Manufacturing is anchored at the Bar-Lev Industrial Park headquarters in Misgav, Israel, with additional production at Tavlit's Yavne facility acquired in 2022; the company also operates Plas-fit BV in the Netherlands for European distribution and works with Duraline USA in North America.

The business model is B2B hardware sales with quote-based pricing: customers submit contact forms to receive catalogs, technical data sheets, CAD/BIM files, and pricing, indicating project-driven rather than e-commerce sales. Go-to-market is a hybrid of direct enterprise sales (Israel and key accounts) and an international distributor network inherited largely from the 2022 Tavlit acquisition that reaches approximately 75 countries. The company is privately held and jointly owned at 50% by Kadma Fund alongside the Friedrich family; since 2022, this PE-backed structure has funded an acquisition-led strategy adding Tavlit (irrigation filters/sprinklers, 2022), Rain Line (irrigation controllers, 2022), Photex (electrical plastics, 2024) and Arco Anbar Industries (reinforced polyester/construction, 2026), repositioning the group from a PE fittings specialist into a multi-disciplinary infrastructure products platform.

Plas-fit firmographics

Firmographics
Name
Plas-fit
Legal name
Plas-fit Ltd.
Website
https://plas-fit.com
Company type
Private
Founded year
1998
Operating status
Operating
Headcount range
51–100 employees
Short description
Plas-fit is an Israeli manufacturer of PP compression fittings, saddles, valves, and push-fit couplers serving agriculture, telecommunications, and municipal infrastructure customers in 75+ countries, with PE backing from Kadma Fund.
Ownership category
akta.pro rank

Where Plas-fit is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city
Misgav
HQ country
Israel
HQ region
Middle East

Offices3 records

Markets served

Plas-fit business model

Business model
GTM type
B2B
Offering type
Hardware or Manufacturing
Cost components
Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

  1. Polyethylene Pipe Fittings and Accessories: Manufacture and sale of PP compression fittings, couplings, saddles, valves, and connectors for polyethylene pipe systems across agriculture, infrastructure, and telecommunications sectors. Product lines include Series 150 (PN10/PN16), Series 250 (PN16), Series 350 (Easy System), Super-Fit, Meital, Elasto-Fit, Solar-Fit, Comfit, Microfit, and DB Direct Buried. Revenue generated through one-time hardware sales with product sold via distributors and direct sales internationally.

Pricing tiers

ModelBillingPrice
OtherMulti-year contractQuote-based pricing for B2B customers across all product lines

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Plas-fit product offering

Product offering

Core offering

Plas-fit develops and manufactures plastic fitting products, primarily polypropylene (PP) compression fittings, push-fit couplers, saddles, valves, and connectors for polyethylene (PE) pipe systems. The product portfolio serves three main end markets: agriculture and gardening (irrigation, drip lines, sprinklers), telecommunications (fiber optic microduct and cable duct systems), and infrastructure/sanitation (municipal water supply and PE pipe networks). Manufacturing is performed at facilities in Israel.

Product overview

Plas-fit is a manufacturer of PP compression fittings and pipe connection solutions, formerly known as Plassim Fittings. The company operates as a comprehensive solutions provider offering products across three main categories: Agriculture & Gardening (Series 150, 250, 350, Super-Fit, Meital, Meital Plus, Nir Connectors, Elasto-Fit, Saddles, Tavor Saddles, Ball Valves, PE Risers, Super-Records), Telecommunication (Comfit, Microfit, Transfit, Direct Buried DB Series, DB FR, Gas Block, Closures, Simplex Plug, Divisible Repair Coupling, Comfit Plug), and Infrastructure (Unifit, Solar-Fit, Valves). The product portfolio also includes acquired brands: Tavlit (filters and sprinklers), Rain-line (irrigation controllers), Fotex (electrical infrastructure), and Arco Amber (heavy-duty polyester cabinets). With over 60 years of experience starting from 1960, the company combines deep agricultural expertise with plastic engineering capabilities spanning more than 40 years.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

  • Tavlit (תבליט): Filters, sprinklers, and irrigation solutions - acquired brand continuing operations under Plas-fit
  • Rain Line (ריין ליין)
  • Photex (פוטקס)
  • Solar-Fit
  • Comfit
  • Microfit
  • Meital Series
  • Tavor Saddles
  • Super-Fit

Products and services

  • Series 150 PP Compression Fittings (PN10/PN16)

Quantifiable outcome

  • Saves up to 70% installation time with Tavor Saddles compared to traditional saddles
  • +3 more outcomes

Companies that use Plas-fit

Customer profile

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Plas-fit technology and API

Technology

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API
No
API docs
API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Plas-fit partnerships and signals

Strategic signal

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

  • Tavlit Plastics Ltd. (תבליט פלסטיק)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcquired in November 2022 as a wholly-owned subsidiary. Tavlit, founded in 1971 by the Nahmias family, specializes in filters, sprinklers, and micro-sprinkler systems for irrigation and water management. It serves approximately 75 countries internationally and adds significant scale to the group's water solutions portfolio.
  • Rain spa (Italy)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRain spa is an Italian company and one of the world's leading manufacturers of irrigation controllers, valves, and irrigation accessories. Through its Israeli subsidiary Rain Line, the company represents Rain spa products exclusively in Israel. Plas-fit acquired the irrigation activity of Rain Line in 2022.
  • Photex Molds (פוטקס תבניות)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcquired in December 2024, Photex is Israel's leading provider of plastic solutions for the electrical industry, manufacturing boxes, conduits, covers and other products that streamline electrician work. Led by Tzadok Reuben and Aviad Reuben.
  • Arco Anbar Industries (ארקו ענבר תעשיות)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcquired in February 2026, Arco Anbar specializes in armored polyester products, insulation products, and traffic guidance systems. Complements Plas-fit's portfolio by adding heavy-duty polyester cabinets (FGI) manufactured with hot-press technology for outdoor conditions, expanding the group into advanced construction solutions.
  • Ein Dor (including Rain-Tal and Ein-Tal brands)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcquired as part of the group's expansion into the agricultural sector, specializing in irrigation solutions, sprinklers, and products for nurseries and greenhouses.
  • Duraline USAminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUS-based distribution partner for Plas-fit products in the American market, providing phone contact and toll-free number for US customers.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Plas-fit competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Direct peers

  • Netafim: Israeli global leader in drip irrigation and precision agriculture solutions. Overlaps with Plas-fit's agriculture and gardening vertical through shared Israeli origin, irrigation dealer channels, and complementary product portfolios following the Tavlit acquisition.
  • Plastitalia: Italian manufacturer of PP compression fittings and valves for PE pipes serving agriculture, water, and industrial markets. Direct overlap with Plas-fit's Series 150/250/350 product families in Europe and Mediterranean markets.
  • Plasson: Israeli-founded global manufacturer of PP compression fittings, valves, and saddles for PE pipes in agriculture, water, and gas. Directly competes with Plas-fit across the same core compression fitting categories and customer segments.
  • Agru Kunststofftechnik: Austrian manufacturer of PE, PP, and PVDF piping systems, fittings, sheets, and concrete protection liners. Comparable in offering high-performance polymer fittings for industrial, water, and chemical applications.

Regional players

  • Rain Bird Corporation: US-based manufacturer of irrigation products including valves, fittings, and controllers. Overlaps with Plas-fit's agriculture vertical on complementary products rather than direct compression fittings competition.

Broad incumbents

  • GF Piping Systems: Global leader in plastic piping systems serving water, gas, industrial, and microduct/telecom applications. Offers a far broader catalog and global footprint than Plas-fit, including comparable PE/PP compression fittings and push-fit systems.
  • Aliaxis: World-leading plastic fluid handling solutions group covering water, energy, and industrial markets with brands such as IPEX, Vinidex, and Durapipe. Directly competes in PE/PP fittings while operating at significantly larger scale and geographic reach.
  • Pipelife (Wienerberger): European plastic pipe and fittings manufacturer serving water supply, sewage, drainage, irrigation, and cable protection. Overlaps with Plas-fit's infrastructure, agriculture, and telecom duct categories at a much larger scale.

Emerging players

  • Jain Irrigation Systems: Indian-headquartered irrigation, piping, and plastic products group with PE fittings and integrated drip irrigation systems. Comparable product/market overlap in agriculture and infrastructure water distribution, particularly in emerging markets.

Others

  • Tavlit (pre-acquisition benchmark): Now a wholly-owned Plas-fit subsidiary, Tavlit historically competed as an independent Israeli manufacturer of irrigation filters, sprinklers, and micro-sprinklers with comparable international distribution (~75 countries).

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Plas-fit social profiles

Digital presence

Plas-fit compliance and trust

Trust signal

Compliance13 records

Plas-fit financial estimates

Financial estimate

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Plas-fit leadership team

Management profile

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Plas-fit subsidiaries and ownership

Company hierarchy

Subsidiaries5 records

Plas-fit funding detail

Funding detail

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Plas-fit M&A and investment

M&A and investment

M&A

Investments

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

Frequently asked questions about Plas-fit

What does Plas-fit do?

Plas-fit develops and manufactures plastic fitting products, primarily polypropylene (PP) compression fittings, push-fit couplers, saddles, valves, and connectors for polyethylene (PE) pipe systems. The product portfolio serves three main end markets: agriculture and gardening (irrigation, drip lines, sprinklers), telecommunications (fiber optic microduct and cable duct systems), and infrastructure/sanitation (municipal water supply and PE pipe networks). Manufacturing is performed at facilities in Israel.

Is Plas-fit a public or private company?

Plas-fit is a private company. It is classified as private equity controlled and is currently operating.

When was Plas-fit founded?

Plas-fit was founded in 1998. It employs 51 to 100 people.

Where is Plas-fit based?

Plas-fit is headquartered in Misgav, Israel, in the Middle East region.

How does Plas-fit make money?

One revenue line is on record: polyethylene Pipe Fittings and Accessories.

Who are Plas-fit's main competitors?

Direct peers on record are Netafim, Plastitalia, Plasson and Agru Kunststofftechnik. Rain Bird Corporation is listed as a regional player. Broad incumbents are GF Piping Systems, Aliaxis and Pipelife (Wienerberger). Jain Irrigation Systems is listed as an emerging player. Tavlit (pre-acquisition benchmark) is listed as an others.

Does Plas-fit have an API?

No public API is recorded for Plas-fit.

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