What AGF Manufacturing does

AGF Manufacturing Inc. is a privately held US manufacturer of specialized components and accessories for fire sprinkler systems, founded in 1986 and headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania. The company engineers a portfolio of NFPA 13, 13D, 13R, and 25-compliant products organized into distinct product lines: PURGEnVENT automatic air venting valves (to release trapped air and reduce internal pipe corrosion in wet systems), COLLECTanDRAIN auxiliary drains and heated cabinets (for dry and pre-action systems, including the patented anti-trip plate and the Flood Eliminator 5900FE flood prevention device), RiserPACK pre-assembled floor control manifolds (commercial NFPA 13 and residential 13D/13R variants, including modular Ultimate RiserPACK kits), TESTanDRAIN single-handle test and drain valves, CORRinSITE carbon-steel corrosion monitors, and the TESTanSAVE PLC-controlled water recirculation system. Most products are UL Listed, FM Approved, and selectively BABAA compliant for federally funded projects; the company holds multiple US patents covering its core innovations.

Name

AGF Manufacturing

Legal name

AGF Manufacturing Inc.

Website

https://agfmfg.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1986

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

AGF Manufacturing is a US-based, privately held manufacturer founded in 1986 that designs and sells patented, UL/FM-Approved components for fire sprinkler systems — including air vents, auxiliary drains, test valves, and pre-assembled manifolds — sold exclusively through fire protection distributors to engineers, contractors, and facility owners.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Fire Protection Equipment Manufacturing

NAICS

Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables (334513)

SIC

Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823)

akta.pro primary industry

Fire Protection Piping & Sprinkler System Components (IMADALAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Fire Sprinkler & Standpipe Systems (Design/Install/Service/Testing) (BPABAHAB), Fire Sprinkler Inspection, Testing & Maintenance (ITM) (IMAIAJAA)

Keywords

• Fire sprinkler components
• Auxiliary drain systems
• Air venting valves
• Corrosion monitoring equipment
• Riser manifold assemblies

Headquarters

HQ city

Malvern

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Fire Sprinkler Component Sales: AGF Manufacturing generates revenue through the sale of proprietary fire sprinkler system components and accessories including air vents, auxiliary drains, riser assemblies, test valves, corrosion monitors, and related accessories. Products are sold through a distributor network.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

AGF Manufacturing designs, engineers, and manufactures fire sprinkler system components and accessories, including automatic air venting valves, auxiliary drains, pre-assembled floor control manifolds (RiserPACK), single-valve test and drain assemblies (TESTanDRAIN), corrosion monitors (CORRinSITE), flood prevention devices, and water recirculation systems. Products are UL Listed, FM Approved, and engineered for compliance with NFPA 13, 13D, 13R, and 25 standards.

Product overview

AGF Manufacturing is a domestic solutions provider to the fire sprinkler industry offering a comprehensive portfolio of interconnected fire protection products organized into distinct product lines. The core offerings include: PURGEnVENT air venting valves for corrosion prevention in wet pipe systems (7900AAV, 7930ECA, 7950ILV, 7910MAV, and related accessories); COLLECTanDRAIN auxiliary drains and heated cabinets for dry/pre-action systems (5100, 5200, 5300, 5400, 5450, 5500, plus accessories like the 5900FE Flood Eliminator); RiserPACK pre-assembled floor control assemblies for commercial NFPA 13 and residential NFPA 13D/13R applications (8000, 8011, 8611 models with various configurations); TESTanDRAIN single-valve inspector's test and drain solutions (1011, 2511, 1500 and related kits); CORRinSITE corrosion monitoring systems (7700 inline and 7800 mechanical tee monitors); and TESTanSAVE water recirculation systems. All products are engineered for code compliance (NFPA 13, 13D, 13R, 25), with many UL Listed and FM Approved. Many products are also BABAA compliant for federally funded projects.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• PURGEnVENT: Air venting valves product line for releasing trapped air from wet pipe fire sprinkler systems to help reduce corrosion
• COLLECTanDRAIN
• CORRinSITE
• TESTanDRAIN
• RiserPACK
• TESTanSAVE
• Flood Eliminator

Products and services

• PURGEnVENT Air Venting Valves A product line of patented automatic and manual air venting valves designed to release trapped air from wet pipe fire sprinkler systems to help reduce internal pipe corrosion. Includes models in various connection types and sizes (1/2-inch manual to 2-8 inch grooved endcap). Meets NFPA 13 (2016) air vent requirements for metallic pipe wet systems. Used by fire sprinkler contractors and engineers.
• COLLECTanDRAIN Auxiliary Drains A product line of pre-assembled auxiliary drains (also called low-point drains or drum drips) for dry or pre-action fire protection systems. Includes standard drains, heated and insulated cabinets, water detector alarms, anti-trip plate technology, and flood prevention. Models meet NFPA 13 and NFPA 25 guidelines. Used by fire sprinkler contractors and building owners for system drainage maintenance.
• Flood Eliminator 5900FE A patented device that prevents catastrophic property damage by automatically cutting off water flow if an auxiliary drain fails. Features a 3.5-inch brass body with 1-inch NPT connections that seals when presented with high-velocity pressurized flow. Used by building owners and facility managers to mitigate flooding risk from failed drum drips.
• RiserPACK Floor Control Assemblies Pre-assembled floor control assemblies for fire sprinkler systems that reduce cost and installation time. Includes commercial NFPA 13 models, residential NFPA 13D/13R models, and Ultimate RiserPACK kits with customizable configurations including butterfly control valves, check valves, and pressure relief options. Used by fire sprinkler contractors for commercial and residential construction.
• TESTanDRAIN Test and Drain Valves A revolutionary single-valve inspector's test solution that replaced traditional loop assemblies (which require 17 connections). Includes models with and without pressure relief, in various sizes and connection types. All UL Certified, FM Approved, and made in the USA. Field repairable without removing valve from system. Used by contractors for system testing per NFPA 25.
• CORRinSITE Corrosion Monitors A corrosion monitoring system for fire sprinkler piping. Corrosion monitors are manufactured from the same mild carbon steel as system piping so they corrode at the same rate. When corroded beyond limit, moisture penetrates a sealed chamber and turns the sight glass from white to fluorescent orange, signaling corrosion problems. Used by building owners and facility managers for predictive maintenance.
• TESTanSAVE Water Containment System A water containment and recirculation system for fire sprinkler testing that recirculates test water through the sprinkler system instead of discharging it outside. Eliminates water waste during inspection testing and may slow internal corrosion rate by preventing introduction of freshly oxygenated water. Features PLC control and operator touch screen. Used by facility managers and contractors for NFPA 25 testing compliance.
• 5100ALBV Water Detector Alarm A water detector alarm accessory for dry fire sprinkler auxiliary drains. Detects water accumulation and alerts facility staff when maintenance is needed to prevent freezing. Power options include 9V battery, 12-24 VDC, or 110V plug. Wireable to Fire Control Panel or Building Management System (BMS) for remote notification. Used by building owners and facility managers.
• 7000L and 7200L Lockable Pressure Relief Valves Lockable pressure relief valves (1/2-inch Model 7000L and 3/4-inch Model 7200L) for wet fire sprinkler systems. Provides relief, test, and drain functions in a single valve. Locks closed for hydrostatic testing without removal from system. Bronze body, stainless steel spring, UL Listed and FM Approved. Used by fire sprinkler contractors.

Quantifiable outcome

• RiserPACK pre-assembled floor control manifolds reduce space used by section floor controls by up to 75%
• +2 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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App detail

Integration3 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered industry and core.

• American Fire Sprinkler Association (AFSA)industryOthersAGF Manufacturing is a proud member of AFSA, an international organization dedicated to the fire sprinkler industry. Membership demonstrates commitment to the fire protection profession.
• International Fire Sprinkler Association (IFSA)industryOthersAGF Manufacturing is a member of IFSA, which promotes the use of fire sprinklers and supports the fire sprinkler industry internationally.
• National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)coreOthersAGF is a member of NFPA, the organization that develops and publishes codes and standards for fire and life safety including NFPA 13 and NFPA 25. AGF products are engineered to meet NFPA codes.
• National Fire Sprinkler Association (NFSA)industryOthersAGF Manufacturing is a member of NFSA, an organization dedicated to the advancement of the fire sprinkler industry through education, training, and advocacy.
• Society of Fire Protection Engineers (SFPE)industryOthersAGF is a member of SFPE, the professional society for engineers involved in fire protection engineering and fire science.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Victaulic: Major manufacturer of mechanical pipe-joining systems, valves, and fittings for fire protection and plumbing. Comparable because Victaulic offers grooved-end fittings, valves, and accessories that overlap with AGF's TESTanDRAIN grooved models and RiserPACK assemblies, sold through the same distributors.
• Anvil International: Manufacturer of pipe fittings, couplings, valves, and hangers for fire protection, plumbing, and HVAC. Comparable because Anvil produces grooved and threaded fittings plus valves that directly compete with the assembly components bundled into AGF's RiserPACK and floor-control solutions.
• Shurjoint: Manufacturer of grooved pipe couplings, fittings, and valves for fire protection and mechanical systems. Comparable because Shurjoint's grooved fittings and valve products compete with the same grooved-connection assemblies used in AGF's TESTanDRAIN 2511 and RiserPACK product families.
• Clow Valve: Manufacturer of fire hydrants, gate valves, and check valves for waterworks and fire protection. Comparable because Clow produces UL-listed valves used in fire protection water-supply systems that overlap with AGF's RiserPACK valve assemblies and pressure relief product lines.
• Kennedy Valve: Manufacturer of fire hydrants and specialty valves for waterworks and fire protection. Comparable because Kennedy Valve produces UL/FM-listed valves and fittings for fire protection applications — a directly adjacent product category to AGF's pressure relief valves and test/drain valves — and serves similar municipal and commercial end markets.
• Potter Electric Signal: Manufacturer of fire sprinkler monitoring devices, water flow switches, and corrosion monitoring solutions. Comparable because Potter's Product Line of Corrosion Monitoring and water-detection alarms overlaps directly with AGF's CORRinSITE corrosion monitors and 5100ALBV water detector alarm.

Broad incumbents

• Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co. Long-established US manufacturer of fire sprinklers and system components, founded in 1920. Comparable because Reliable produces valves, fittings, and specialty accessories that compete directly with AGF's RiserPACK and TESTanDRAIN lines, though at broader scale and with full sprinkler-head manufacturing.
• Viking Group: One of the largest US manufacturers of fire sprinklers, valves, and system components. Comparable because Viking sells overlapping products (valves, accessories, fittings) through the same fire protection distributor network and competes for specifier/contractor mindshare, but operates at significantly larger scale and across the full sprinkler system.
• Johnson Controls (Tyco Fire Protection Products): Global fire protection giant following Tyco merger, offering sprinklers, valves, detection, and specialty components. Comparable because JCI's fire protection portfolio directly overlaps with AGF's accessory categories and reaches customers through the same major distributors, though at vastly larger scale and broader product breadth.

Regional players

• Croker: UK-based specialist manufacturer of fire sprinkler testing and drainage equipment. Comparable because Croker produces inspector's test valves, drain valves, and testing equipment that overlap directly with AGF's TESTanDRAIN and COLLECTanDRAIN lines, though primarily serving the European market rather than the US.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance29 records

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