tigre argentina

What tigre argentina does

Tigre Argentina is the Argentine operating subsidiary of Brazilian multinational Grupo Tigre (Tigre S/A, headquartered in Joinville, Santa Catarina, Brazil). Founded in 1992 and based in Pilar, Argentina, the company manufactures and distributes plastic pipe and connection systems — PVC, PPR (Polypropylene Random), PEX (Cross-linked Polyethylene), and PEAD (High-Density Polyethylene) — organized into three product verticals: Obras y Reformas (residential and commercial construction, including water supply, drainage, gutter systems, and accessories such as Aquapluv), Agro (fixed and portable irrigation systems and well solutions including GeoTigre and Pocero), and Infraestructura (municipal sewage and large-diameter drainage systems).

Its product portfolio is organized into multiple sub-brands distinguished by installation technology and material: Línea Soldable (solderable PVC), Junta Elástica (elastic-joint PVC), Ramat, PEAD, and PPR Fusión. Products carry IRAM certifications (13351, 13447, 13326) and ISO UNIT 15874-2 compliance for fusion line tubes, positioning the company for Argentine public infrastructure tenders and export channels.

The business model is a sales-led B2B and B2C hybrid. Revenue is generated through hardware store and building material reseller distribution plus a direct customer service sales channel reachable by phone and dedicated inquiry handling. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. The company supplements product sales with technical training (Capacitación), installer certification, and technical assistance to drive specification pull-through with contractors and builders. Marketing is conducted through the corporate website (tigre.com.ar), an Instagram channel (@tigreargoficial), and sustainability-oriented corporate communications. No enterprise customer logos, revenue figures, or headcount data are publicly disclosed for the Argentine subsidiary.

Name

tigre argentina

Legal name

Tigre S/A

Website

https://tigre.com.ar

Company type

Private

Founded year

1992

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Tigre Argentina, a subsidiary of Brazilian Grupo Tigre, manufactures and distributes PVC, PPR, PEX, and PEAD pipe and connection systems for residential construction, agricultural irrigation, and municipal infrastructure across Argentina via reseller and direct sales channels.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Plastic Pipe and Fittings Manufacturing

NAICS

Plastics Pipe, Pipe Fitting, and Unlaminated Profile Shape Manufacturing (32612)

SIC

Plastics Products, Nec (3089), Gaskets, Packg & Sealg Devices & Rubber & Plastics Hose (3050), Water, Sewer, Pipeline, Comm & Power Line Construction (1623)

akta.pro primary industry

Water & Sewer Pipe & Fittings (PVC/HDPE/PP) (IMANADAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Plumbing & Building Drain/Waste/Vent (DWV) Pipe & Fittings (IMANADAG), Irrigation & Agricultural Pipe & Fittings (IMANADAE)

Keywords

• Plastic pipe manufacturing
• Plumbing fittings
• Irrigation systems
• Drainage infrastructure
• Water distribution piping

Headquarters

HQ city

Pilar

HQ country

Argentina

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. Pipe and Connection Sales: Revenue generated from manufacturing and selling PVC, PPR, PEX, and PEAD pipes and connection fittings for water supply, drainage, irrigation, and infrastructure applications

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Tigre Argentina manufactures and distributes plastic pipe and connection systems made from PVC, PPR, PEX, and PEAD materials for residential construction, agricultural irrigation, and municipal infrastructure applications. The portfolio is organized into three categories: Obras y Reformas (water supply, drainage, gutters, and accessories), Agro (fixed and portable irrigation plus well solutions), and Infraestructura (sewage and large-diameter drainage). The company operates as the Argentine subsidiary of Brazilian multinational Grupo Tigre (Tigre S/A).

Product overview

Tigre Argentina is a manufacturer of pipes and connections for construction, agriculture, and infrastructure applications. The product portfolio consists of a unified offering of PVC, PEX, PEAD, and PPR pipe systems organized into three main categories: Obras y Reformas (construction and renovation) covering residential water supply, drainage, and gutter systems; Agro (agriculture) including irrigation systems, portable irrigation (Irriga), fixed systems, and well solutions (GeoTigre, Pocero); and Infraestructura (infrastructure) for municipal sewage systems. Key product sub-brands include Soldable, Junta Elástica, Ramat, PEAD, and PPR Fusión lines. The company emphasizes over 80 years of history and innovation in the Argentine market, with products designed for durability and ease of installation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Obras y Reformas: Product line for construction and renovation projects including water systems, drainage, and gutters
• Agro
• Infraestructura
• Aquapluv
• Aquapluv Style
• GeoTigre
• Pocero
• PEAD
• Ramat

Products and services

• Obras y Reformas (Construction and Renovation)

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 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 highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Amanco: Amanco is a leading Latin American manufacturer of plastic pipe and fittings for plumbing, irrigation, and infrastructure, part of the global Aliaxis group. Directly comparable to Tigre Argentina given similar product portfolio (PVC, PPR, fittings) and overlapping regional customer base across Latin America.
• PAVCO (Mexichem): PAVCO is the largest plastic pipe manufacturer in Colombia and a major Latin American player, part of Mexichem (now Orbia). Highly comparable to Tigre Argentina in product range (PVC pressure pipes, sewerage, irrigation) and Latin American market presence.
• Durman: Durman manufactures PVC and PE piping systems for water, sewer, and irrigation across Latin America. Direct competitor to Tigre Argentina with similar product categories and regional presence in Central and South America.
• JM Eagle: JM Eagle is the world's largest manufacturer of plastic pipe, primarily PVC, for water, sewer, and irrigation applications. Comparable to Tigre Argentina in core product category (PVC pressure pipe, fittings) even though JM Eagle is US-based and significantly larger.
• Uponor: Uponor is a global manufacturer of PEX, PPR, and PE piping systems for plumbing, heating, and infrastructure. Comparable to Tigre Argentina in PPR (soldable/fusion) and PEX product lines, particularly the PPR Fusión and PEX sub-brands in the Obras y Reformas segment.
• Rehau: Rehau is a global polymer solutions company whose Building Solutions division produces PEX, PPR, and PE plumbing and heating pipe systems. Comparable to Tigre Argentina in premium plastic pipe categories, particularly PEX and hot/cold water distribution.

Broad incumbents

• Aliaxis: Aliaxis is a global leader in plastic fluid handling solutions, owning brands like Amanco, Nicoll, and FIP. Comparable to Tigre Argentina as the parent of multiple competing Latin American brands and a broader global portfolio of pipe and fitting products.
• Wavin: Wavin is a global plastic pipe systems manufacturer owned by Orbia, focused on water and climate solutions. Comparable to Tigre Argentina in product categories (water supply, drainage, infiltration) but with broader European and global footprint.

Regional players

• Centro Plásticos (Argentina): Centro Plásticos is an Argentine plastic pipe and fittings manufacturer serving the domestic market. Directly comparable to Tigre Argentina as a domestic Argentine competitor in PVC pipes for construction, irrigation, and infrastructure applications.
• Plastiferro: Plastiferro is an Argentine manufacturer of plastic pipes and fittings for agricultural and industrial use. Comparable to Tigre Argentina as a domestic Argentine competitor, particularly in irrigation and agricultural water management products.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/tigreargoficial
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/tigre-ads-argentina

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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