SharkBite
SharkBite manufactures push-to-connect plumbing fittings, PEX piping systems, valves, and accessories, serving professional plumbers and contractors (primary) and DIY homeowners (secondary) through wholesale and retail distribution across the Americas, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, as a brand of Reliance Worldwide Corporation.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2000
- HeadquartersAtlanta, United States
- Headcount501–1,000
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What SharkBite does
SharkBite manufactures and distributes a broad portfolio of plumbing fittings, valves, PEX piping systems, and related accessories, organized around proprietary push-to-connect connection technology. The core mechanism uses brass fitting bodies with stainless steel teeth that grip the inserted pipe and a specially formulated o-ring that creates the seal, enabling connections across PEX, copper, CPVC, PE-RT, and HDPE pipe without crimping, gluing, or soldering. The product range spans multiple generations including the flagship push-to-connect line, SharkBite Max (rated to 400 psi), EvoPEX (with a green visual depth indicator and claimed 30% faster rough-in), ProLock (twist-to-lock with audible confirmation), the newer PEX Press system, plus expansion and crimp fittings, water heater connectors, manifolds, supply stops, and PEX pipe variants for potable, radiant, and reclaimed-water applications.
SharkBite operates as a brand within Reliance Worldwide Corporation Limited (ASX: RWC), an Australian publicly listed parent whose portfolio also includes HoldRite, CashAcme, John Guest, Eastman, and EZ-Flo. Revenue is generated through one-time hardware sales to professional plumbers and contractors (the primary segment) and to DIY homeowners (secondary), distributed via wholesale plumbing distributors, building supply retailers, and home improvement stores across the Americas, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. Pricing is quote-based rather than publicly disclosed, consistent with channel-driven B2B2C distribution.
The business holds an unusually broad set of code approvals and certifications (NSF/ANSI 61, NSF 14, ASTM F876/F1960/F2159/F1807/F2769/F3347/F3348, UPC, IPC, Canadian NPC, ASSE 1061, AWWA C904, IAPMO), and offers a 25-year manufacturer warranty on fittings and PEX pipe, both of which reinforce its position as the incumbent leader in the push-to-connect category over more than two decades.
SharkBite firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- SharkBite
- Legal name
- SharkBite (brand of Reliance Worldwide Corporation Limited)
- Website
- https://sharkbite.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2000
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 501–1,000 employees
- Short description
- SharkBite manufactures push-to-connect plumbing fittings, PEX piping systems, valves, and accessories, serving professional plumbers and contractors (primary) and DIY homeowners (secondary) through wholesale and retail distribution across the Americas, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, as a brand of Reliance Worldwide Corporation.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
SharkBite industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Plumbing Fittings and PEX Pipe
- NAICS
- Plastics Pipe and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing (326122), Plumbing Fixture Fitting and Trim Manufacturing (332913)
- SIC
- Wholesale-Hardware & Plumbing & Heating Equipment & Supplies (5070)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Water Heating Accessories & Plumbing Connection Kits (Connectors, Hoses, Traps) (IMADALAG)
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Where SharkBite is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Atlanta
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
SharkBite business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Plumbing Fittings and Hardware Sales: One-time product sales of push-to-connect fittings, valves, PEX pipe, and accessories through wholesale and retail distribution channels. Products sold to professional contractors and homeowners through building supply retailers and plumbing distributors.
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels5 records
SharkBite product offering
Product offeringCore offering
SharkBite manufactures and sells push-to-connect plumbing fittings, PEX pipe, valves, manifolds, water heater connectors, and related accessories that join PEX, copper, CPVC, PE-RT, and HDPE pipe without requiring tools, crimping, glue, or soldering. The company also offers PEX Press, expansion, and crimp fitting systems, sold primarily through wholesale distributors and building supply retailers to professional plumbers, contractors, and DIY homeowners.
Product overview
SharkBite is a comprehensive plumbing solutions provider offering multiple interconnected product lines centered around pipe fittings and PEX piping systems. The core portfolio includes Push-to-Connect fittings (including SharkBite Max rated to 400 psi), EvoPEX Push-to-Connect, ProLock Push-to-Connect, PEX Pipe (PEX-A, PEX-B, Oxygen Barrier, Reclaimed), PEX Press, Expansion fittings, and Crimp fittings. These products are unified by their compatibility across multiple pipe types (PEX, copper, CPVC, PE-RT, HDPE) and shared connection technologies. SharkBite operates as part of RWC (Reliance Worldwide Corporation) alongside sister brands HoldRite, CashAcme, John Guest, Eastman, and EZ-Flo, collectively providing end-to-end plumbing solutions from rough-in to trim-out.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- SharkBite Max: The strongest push-to-connect fitting rated to 400 psi, designed for repairs and connections across multiple pipe types including PEX, copper, CPVC, PE-RT, and HDPE.
- EvoPEX
- ProLock
- PEX Press
Products and services
- Push-to-Connect Fittings Brass push-to-connect fittings that join PEX, copper, CPVC, PE-RT, and HDPE pipe without tools, crimping, glue, or soldering. Features stainless steel teeth that bite down and grip, with a specially formulated o-ring for a secure seal. For professional plumbers, contractors, and DIY homeowners.
- SharkBite Max Premium push-to-connect fittings rated to 400 psi, the strongest in the SharkBite lineup. Does not require a PEX tube liner, making installations simpler especially when working on copper and CPVC pipe.
- EvoPEX Push-to-Connect PEX-only push-to-connect system claimed to be up to 30% faster than traditional PEX rough-in methods. Features a green visual indicator that confirms proper tube insertion depth. Compatible with PEX-a and PEX-b pipe.
- ProLock Push-to-Connect Push-to-connect fittings with twist-to-lock design featuring an audible click and indicator marks for secure connections. Compatible with PE-RT, PEX, copper, and CPVC pipe.
- PEX Pipe and Connectors Complete line of PEX tubing including Potable PEX-A, Potable PEX-B, Oxygen Barrier, and Reclaimed water variants. Flexible, freeze-resistant piping for residential and commercial plumbing, radiant heating, and hydronic applications.
- PEX Press System
Quantifiable outcome
- SharkBite fittings and PEX pipe carry a 25-year warranty against any manufacturer's defect
- +1 more outcomes
Companies that use SharkBite
Customer profileNamed customers2 records
Segments2 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
SharkBite technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature4 records
SharkBite partnerships and signals
Strategic signalScale indicators2 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
SharkBite competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Nibco: Nibco manufactures plumbing valves, fittings, and flow-control products for residential and commercial applications, including PEX and push-fit solutions, overlapping with SharkBite's fittings, valves, and connection kit portfolio.
- Uponor: Uponor (formerly Wirsbo) is a leading global manufacturer of PEX plumbing and radiant heating systems, competing head-to-head with SharkBite in PEX pipe, fittings, and manifolds for residential and commercial plumbing.
- Viega: Viega is a German-headquartered manufacturer of press-fit and PEX plumbing systems, with a strong North American presence. Its ProPress and PEX offerings directly compete with SharkBite's push-to-connect and newly launched PEX Press lines.
- Legend Valve: Legend Valve manufactures plumbing valves, fittings, and PEX products primarily serving wholesale distributors in North America, directly competing with SharkBite's fittings and valve lines through the same channel.
- Charlotte Pipe and Foundry: Charlotte Pipe and Foundry is a major U.S. manufacturer of cast iron, PVC, CPVC, and ABS plumbing pipe and fittings, directly competing with SharkBite in plastic pipe categories and supplying the same wholesale and plumbing distributor channels.
- Apollo Valves (Aalberts Hydronic Flow Control): Apollo Valves, part of Aalberts Hydronic Flow Control, manufactures plumbing valves and fittings including push-to-connect offerings, competing with SharkBite's push-to-connect valves and supply stops.
Broad incumbents
- Mueller Industries: Mueller Industries manufactures copper, brass, and plastic plumbing products including fittings and PEX, competing with SharkBite in raw brass fittings and copper-based plumbing supplies across wholesale distribution.
- Watts Water Technologies: Watts Water Technologies is a broad incumbent manufacturer of water and plumbing products including valves, fittings, and PEX systems, overlapping with SharkBite's portfolio as part of a wider commercial and residential offering.
Others
- Reliance Worldwide Corporation (RWC): RWC is the ASX-listed parent of SharkBite and sister brands HoldRite, CashAcme, John Guest, Eastman, and EZ-Flo. Included for context — SharkBite operates as a brand within RWC rather than as an independent competitor.
Emerging players
- FIP Corporation: FIP Corporation produces plastic plumbing fittings and specialty products, with overlapping SKU categories in plastic push-fit and PEX fittings that compete at the value-tier end of the SharkBite range.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
SharkBite social profiles
Digital presenceSharkBite compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance19 records
SharkBite financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
SharkBite leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
SharkBite funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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SharkBite M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about SharkBite
What does SharkBite do?
SharkBite manufactures and sells push-to-connect plumbing fittings, PEX pipe, valves, manifolds, water heater connectors, and related accessories that join PEX, copper, CPVC, PE-RT, and HDPE pipe without requiring tools, crimping, glue, or soldering. The company also offers PEX Press, expansion, and crimp fitting systems, sold primarily through wholesale distributors and building supply retailers to professional plumbers, contractors, and DIY homeowners.
Is SharkBite a public or private company?
SharkBite is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was SharkBite founded?
SharkBite was founded in 2000. It employs 501 to 1,000 people.
Where is SharkBite based?
SharkBite is headquartered in Atlanta, United States, in the North America region.
How does SharkBite make money?
One revenue line is on record: plumbing Fittings and Hardware Sales.
Who are SharkBite's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Nibco, Uponor, Viega, Legend Valve, Charlotte Pipe and Foundry and Apollo Valves (Aalberts Hydronic Flow Control). Broad incumbents are Mueller Industries and Watts Water Technologies. Reliance Worldwide Corporation (RWC) is listed as an others. FIP Corporation is listed as an emerging player.
Does SharkBite have an API?
No public API is recorded for SharkBite.
What industry is SharkBite in?
SharkBite's product category is Plumbing Fittings and PEX Pipe. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMADALAG, Water Heating Accessories & Plumbing Connection Kits (Connectors, Hoses, Traps). Its NAICS code is 326122 and its SIC code is 5070.