Miber

What Miber does

Miber, operating under the legal entity PLOCA S.A. de C.V., is a Mexican manufacturer and distributor of professional-grade plumbing products founded in 1983 and headquartered at Democracias No. 69, Col. San Miguel Amantla, Azcapotzalco, CDMX. The company produces an 11-category product line spanning basket strainers (Contracanastas), drains and p-traps (Desag\u00fce/C\u00e9spol), flexible and rigid aluminum ventilation ducts, kitchen and lavatory faucets (Grifer\u00eda), ball/gate/check/angle/float valves (V\u00e1lvulas), bathroom fixtures (WC, Lavabo), hoses, water-heater accessories, and bundled installation kits. Differentiated sub-brands include Lanzam\u00e1tica\u00ae launching sprayers, Herm\u00e9tica hermetic-seal basket strainers, Recontra, Contra M, Novatec, and Drenom\u00e1tica; proprietary technology centers on anti-crystallization polypropylene formulations, hermetic sealing for floodable sinks, flexible-neck faucet designs, and 35 mm/40 mm ceramic cartridges.

Miber operates a B2B model targeting two primary customer segments — independent plumbing installers (instaladores) and plumbing-materials distributors and hardware stores across Mexico — with a secondary construction-industry segment for residential and commercial projects. The go-to-market is distributor-led with no public e-commerce pricing; sales are quote-based, pay-as-you-go, and supported by a regional sales-manager network, agent channel, and trade-show participation. The company markets itself on national manufacturing ('Hecho en M\u00e9xico'), quality acceptance-sampling controls, an efficient national distribution network with a website store-locator tool, and ongoing product innovation aimed at simplifying installer work, including finish extensions into satin and black matte across faucets and bathroom accessories and warranty tiers ranging from 2 to 15 years on basket strainers. Marketing support is provided through the corporate website, downloadable Adobe-hosted catalogs, SendPulse and Mailchimp email campaigns, and event-based engagement.

Name

Miber

Legal name

PLOCA S.A. de C.V.

Website

https://miber.com.mx

Company type

Private

Founded year

1983

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Miber (PLOCA S.A. de C.V.) is a Mexico-based B2B manufacturer and national distributor of professional-grade plumbing fittings and fixtures — including basket strainers, drains, faucets, valves, and ducts — serving plumbing installers and materials distributors across Mexico since 1983.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Plumbing Products

NAICS

Other Metal Valve and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing (332919), Industrial Valve Manufacturing (332911), Plumbing and Heating Equipment and Supplies (Hydronics) Merchant Wholesalers (42372)

SIC

Wholesale-Hardware & Plumbing & Heating Equipment & Supplies (5070)

akta.pro primary industry

Plumbing Fixtures (Faucets, Sinks & Bath Fixtures) (IMADALAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Pipes & Tubing (Metal, Plastic & Composite) (IMADALAC)

Keywords

• Plumbing products
• Plumbing fittings
• Faucet manufacturing
• Valve manufacturing
• Bathroom accessories

Headquarters

HQ city

Ciudad de México

HQ country

Mexico

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Plumbing Hardware Sales: One-time hardware product sales through distributor network. Products include faucets, valves, drains, water heater accessories, ducts, hoses, and bathroom accessories. No recurring revenue model; transactional B2B sales to plumbing professionals and distributors.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Miber manufactures and distributes a complete line of professional plumbing products in Mexico, including faucets (grifería), valves (válvulas), drains/p-traps (desagüe/céspol), basket strainers (contracanastas), ventilation ducts, hoses, water heater accessories, and bathroom accessories. Products are made from brass, nickel-plated brass, polypropylene, stainless steel, zinc, and ABS plastic, and incorporate proprietary technologies such as anti-crystallization polypropylene, hermetic sealing, and ceramic cartridges. The company sells B2B through a national distributor network and directly to plumbing professionals.

Product overview

Miber is a Mexican manufacturer of plumbing products founded in 1983, producing a comprehensive portfolio of professional-grade plumbing solutions. The product lineup is organized into core categories — Contracanastas (basket strainers), Desagüe/Céspol (drains and p-traps), Ductos (aluminum ventilation ducts), Fregaderos (sink products), Grifería (faucets and mixer taps), Válvulas (valves), WC, Mangueras (hoses), Kits o Paquetes (bundled kits), Lavabo (bathroom sink plumbing), and Calentador (water heater parts). Key differentiated sub-brands include Lanzamática (launching sprayer systems), Hermética, Recontra, Contra M, Novatec, and Drenomática basket strainer lines. Faucet offerings span multiple series including Monomando Premium, Monomando Euromando, Aquamática, Aquabar, and Monolav lines, available in chrome, satin, and black matte finishes with ceramic cartridge technology. Valve products include ball valves, gate valves, check valves (swing, spring, foot/pichancha), angle valves, and float valves for water, gas, and WOG (Water-Oil-Gas) applications in both threaded and solderable configurations. All products are designed for professional plumbers and B2B distribution throughout Mexico.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Contracanastas (Basket Strainers) Strainers and basket strainers for kitchen sinks, urinals, and bar sinks, available in multiple sub-lines (Hermética, Recontra, Contra M, Novatec, Drenomática) designed to retain food waste, prevent drain blockages, and (in the Hermética line) enable sink flooding without leaks.
• Desagüe / Céspol (Drains and P-Traps) Drain assemblies and p-traps for lavatories and sinks in rigid, flexible, and mixed (bucket-type) configurations, typically in polypropylene (PP) that resists crystallization, with options for single or double-basin sinks and chrome finishes on visible components.
• Ductos (Ventilation Ducts) Flexible and rigid aluminum ducts and related accessories (ventilation grilles, galvanized chimneys, dryer kits) for ventilation, dryers, water heaters, and kitchen exhausts, available in diameters 3" to 8".
• Fregaderos (Sink Plumbing Products) Sink and kitchen plumbing products including drains, basket strainers, and related accessories for residential and commercial kitchen installations.
• Grifería (Faucets and Mixer Taps) Faucets and mixer taps for kitchen and bathroom including single-handle (monomando), two-handle, bar, and push-type models, with finishes including chrome, satin, and black matte, and ceramic cartridge technology (35 mm and 40 mm). The Lanzamática line provides launching sprayer systems for kitchen sinks.
• Válvulas (Valves) Valves for plumbing installations including ball valves (threaded and solderable), gate valves (threaded and solderable), check valves (spring and swing), foot/pichancha valves, float valves, and angle compression valves, in brass or nickel-plated brass, for water, oil, and gas (WOG) applications.
• WC (Toilet Plumbing Products) Plumbing products for toilet installations and bathroom fixtures.
• Mangueras (Hoses) Hoses and flexible connectors for plumbing installations.
• Kits o Paquetes (Bundled Installation Kits) Bundled plumbing kits and packages combining multiple components (for example, basket strainer paired with drain, or dryer installation kits with grilles and aluminum tubes) for complete installations.
• Lavabo (Bathroom Sink Plumbing) Bathroom sink plumbing products including drains, basket strainers, push-type plugs (Automático), single-handle and two-handle lavatory faucets, timed push faucets, shower heads, and 6-piece bathroom accessory sets in chrome or black matte finishes.
• Calentador (Water Heater Parts and Accessories) Water heater accessories and parts including valves, clamps, and connectors for gas and water heater installations.
• CM Fregaderos® and CM by Miber® (Subsidiary Brand Lines) Plumbing products marketed under the subsidiary brands CM Fregaderos® and CM by Miber®, wholly owned by PLOCA S.A. de C.V.

Quantifiable outcome

• Products designed to function from first installation attempt with quality and support for professionals

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• URREA: Mexican brand of plumbing tools, faucets, and fixtures widely distributed through ferreterías and wholesalers — overlapping with Miber in core plumbing categories and Mexican installer channel.
• Coflex: Mexican manufacturer of flexible plumbing connectors, water supply lines, and drainage fittings — directly comparable to Miber in flexible polypropylene/p-trap products and Mexican B2B plumbing distribution.
• Helvex: Mexican manufacturer of faucets, valves, and bathroom plumbing fixtures sold through distributors to installers — directly comparable in product categories, Mexican market focus, and B2B channel to Miber.
• Foset (Truper): Mexican plumbing and hardware brand under Truper Group, distributed through the same ferretería network as Miber — comparable in channel, customer base, and breadth of plumbing SKUs.

Broad incumbents

• Grohe: Global premium plumbing brand with strong presence in Latin America — overlapping with Miber in faucets and valves, positioned at the premium end of the same Mexican installer/specifier market.
• Delta Faucet: Major North American plumbing fixture brand competing with Miber in faucets and bathroom accessories through broad distribution and stronger brand recognition.
• Moen: Global leader in faucets and plumbing fixtures with broad residential and commercial presence — competes with Miber in faucets and valves from a larger portfolio and brand budget.
• Roca: Spanish global bathroom and plumbing fixture manufacturer with presence across Latin America — broad incumbent peer whose bath and faucet lines overlap with Miber's product categories.
• Kohler: Diversified global plumbing and kitchen/bath brand with Mexican distribution — broad incumbent competing with Miber across faucets, valves, and bath accessories via larger marketing and dealer networks.

Regional players

• Rotoplas: Mexican leader in water storage, tanks, and water solutions — adjacent peer serving overlapping installer customers and Mexican distribution channels, though focused on storage rather than fixtures.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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