PiPress

What PiPress does

PiPress is a privately held Chinese manufacturer of mechanical press-fit and grooved coupling piping systems, headquartered in Hangzhou with manufacturing and R&D operations in Wenzhou under parent entity Zhejiang Qilu Technology Co., Ltd. The company produces stainless steel press fittings (15-168.3mm, AISI 304/316L), grooved couplings (DN50-DN400), valves, pipes, and compatible press and groove tools, plus an aluminum compressed air piping system under the AirLite sub-brand and copper press fittings under the CoPress sub-brand. Its core technology replaces welding, soldering, and threading with cold-formed mechanical connections sealed by application-specific O-rings (EPDM/FKM/NBR), reducing installation time by up to 60% versus traditional joining methods.

The company sells through a hybrid GTM combining direct factory sales from China, wholly-owned regional offices in Spain (Europe), Mexico (Americas), and Australia (APAC, operating as Armstrong PiPress), and an authorized distributor and agent network covering 60+ countries across Europe, Americas, Africa, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia. An OEM/ODM and private-label program targets professional brands and distributors seeking custom-branded product lines. Pricing is quote-based with a 24-hour response commitment; no public list pricing is available. End customers include MEP contractors, plumbing and HVAC distributors, industrial manufacturers, and infrastructure projects across residential, commercial, industrial/process, marine, and compressed air applications.

PiPress's competitive position is anchored by a broad portfolio of regulated-market certifications — CE, PED 2014/68/EU, DVGW, WRAS, WaterMark, KIWA, NSF, ASME, and ISO 9001/14001/45001 — verified through TÜV Rheinland audits, which collectively raise barriers to entry across the EU, UK, North America, Australia/NZ, and the Gulf. The company reports over 20 years of OEM/ODM manufacturing experience, 6,000+ completed projects, and 6 million+ meters of piping installed globally. Leadership comprises founder Vivian Ma (also Marketing Director) and founder Jackie Young; the company remains privately held with no disclosed external funding or acquisition activity.

Name

PiPress

Legal name

PiPress Technology Co., Ltd.

Website

https://pipresstech.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

PiPress is a Chinese manufacturer of stainless steel press-fit piping systems, aluminum compressed air piping (AirLite), and copper press fittings (CoPress), selling to contractors, distributors, and OEMs across 60+ countries through direct factory sales, three regional offices, and an authorized distributor network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Piping Systems

NAICS

Other Metal Valve and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing (332919), Fabricated Pipe and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing (332996), Industrial Valve Manufacturing (332911)

SIC

Steel Pipe & Tubes (3317)

akta.pro primary industry

Pipe Fittings, Couplings & Connectors (IMADALAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Pipes & Tubing (Metal, Plastic & Composite) (IMADALAC), Pipe & Tube Manufacturing (Seamless & Welded OCTG/Line Pipe/Structural Tube) (IMAKABAI), Seals, Valves & Auxiliary Components (for Pumps/Compressors) (IMAHANAH)

Keywords

• Stainless steel press fittings
• Grooved coupling piping
• Aluminum air pipe systems
• Copper press fittings
• Industrial piping systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Hangzhou

HQ country

China

HQ region

Asia

Offices5 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. Stainless Steel Piping System Products: Revenue generated from the sale of stainless steel press fittings (15-168.3mm), grooved couplings (DN50-DN400), valves, and system accessories. Primary product revenue stream targeting contractors, distributors, and professional brands globally.
2. Stainless Steel Pipes & Tubes: Sale of seamless and welded stainless steel pipes in 304/316L grades for water, HVAC, food-grade, and industrial applications.
3. AirLite Aluminum Air Pipe System: Revenue from lightweight aluminum compressed air piping, fittings, valves, and accessories. Full modular system from DN15 to DN200, up to 16 bar.
4. OEM/ODM Manufacturing: Custom manufacturing and private-label programs for brands and distributors building their own piping product range. Custom branding, packaging, and product specifications under formal written agreements.
5. Press & Groove Tools: Sale of compatible press tools and groove machines (Novopress, Ridgid, REMS) for installing PiPress piping systems without welding or flame.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

PiPress manufactures and globally distributes stainless steel press fittings (15-168.3mm) and grooved couplings (DN50-DN400), complemented by stainless steel pipes, valves, accessories, and press tools. The company also operates the AirLite sub-brand for lightweight aluminum compressed air piping systems (DN20-DN200) and the CoPress sub-brand for copper press fittings. Products are sold to contractors, distributors, and professional brands across 60+ countries, with OEM/ODM private-label programs available.

Product overview

PiPress offers a comprehensive portfolio of fast-connection stainless steel piping solutions centered on two core technologies: press fittings (15-168.3mm) and grooved couplings (DN50-DN400). The PiPress™ brand encompasses stainless steel press fittings, grooved fittings, pipes, valves, and accessories in AISI 304/316L grades for potable water, HVAC, gas, compressed air, and industrial applications. The AirLite™ sub-brand provides lightweight aluminum compressed air piping (DN20-DN200, ≤16 bar) with push-fit connections. The CoPress™ sub-brand covers copper press fittings and pipes. All systems feature flame-free installation and are backed by 20+ years of OEM/ODM manufacturing experience from China-based production.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• CoPress: Copper press fittings and pipes product line.
• AirLite

Products and services

• PiPress Stainless Steel Press Fittings

Quantifiable outcome

• Installation time reduced by up to 60%
• +7 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• TÜV RheinlandcoreTechnology or IntegrationTÜV Rheinland conducts bi-annual audits of PiPress manufacturing and testing procedures for CE, PED 2014/68/EU, and ASME B31.1/B31.3 compliance. Audits verify manufacturing process conformity for pressure equipment. In June 2022, PiPress expanded certifications to DN400 for stainless steel and DN300 for AirLite through TÜV testing.
• Authorized Distributor NetworkcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPiPress has built authorized distributor networks across Europe, Americas, Africa, Middle East, and Southeast Asia. Distributors receive local market knowledge, technical support, product training, and access to PiPress's full product range and OEM/ODM capabilities.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Caleffi: Italian manufacturer of components for hydronic systems including stainless press fittings and valves. Competes with PiPress in HVAC and hydronic segments, primarily across EMEA markets.

Direct peers

• Victaulic: US-based pioneer of mechanical grooved coupling systems for stainless, carbon steel, and ductile iron piping. Directly competes with PiPress's grooved coupling line (DN50-DN400) across fire protection, industrial, and HVAC applications globally.
• Viega: German-headquartered global leader in press-fitting and piping systems (Profipress, Sanpress, Megapress) for plumbing, HVAC, and industrial applications. Directly competes with PiPress on stainless and copper press technology worldwide and is the category-defining incumbent.
• Pegler Yorkshire: UK brand under Aalberts manufacturing press fittings, valves, and stainless piping (XPress). Direct overlap with PiPress's WRAS-certified stainless range in UK and Commonwealth plumbing markets.
• Isotubi: Spanish stainless steel pipe and fittings manufacturer (press and grooved systems). Directly comparable to PiPress in product range, with stronger European brand presence and similar OEM/distributor model.
• RWC (Reliance Worldwide Corporation / SharkBite): Global manufacturer of push-fit and press-fit plumbing systems including SharkBite and John Guest. Direct competitor in residential and commercial press/push-fit categories and overlaps in distribution channels and OEM programs.

Broad incumbents

• Mueller Industries: US-listed manufacturer of copper, brass, aluminum, and plastic plumbing products including fittings and valves. Comparable in scale and OEM/wholesale channels; overlaps in copper press fittings against PiPress's CoPress line.
• Geberit: Swiss-listed multinational offering complete sanitary systems, including press-fit piping (Mapress stainless and copper). Competes with PiPress in regulated European plumbing markets and has much deeper specifier relationships and broader product portfolio.
• Watts Water Technologies: US-listed broad-line manufacturer of valves, fittings, and water-quality products for plumbing, HVAC, and industrial markets. Overlaps with PiPress in stainless valves, fittings, and OEM supply relationships with distributors.
• Aalberts (including Pegler / VSH / Imperial): Dutch-listed integrated piping systems group owning Pegler, VSH, and Imperial brands. Direct competition in press fittings and valves across European regulated markets, particularly UK (Pegler) and continental Europe.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance13 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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