Steinzeug-Keramo, a leading European manufacturer for wastewater infrastructure and part of the Wienerberger Group, has announced the launch of its high-quality KERA vitrified clay pipes and fittings into the UK market.
This significant expansion is said to follow increased demand for more sustainable drainage products as well as interest from buyers looking for greater choice within the vitrified clay pipe category. To mark the UK launch, Steinzeug-Keramo will showcase its KERA range of vitrified clay pipes and fittings at Utility Week Live, held on 20th and 21st May at the NEC, Birmingham.
Tom Deckers, Managing Director of Steinzeug-Keramo NV, said: “Introducing our vitrified clay pipes to the UK market is not just about expanding our geographic presence; it’s about contributing to a more sustainable future for infrastructure. Giving UK customers more choice is a clear signal of our commitment to delivering industry-leading products and solutions that meet the highest standards, where they are needed most.
“Our reputation for quality and innovation means we are well-positioned to support customers in the UK.”
Contractors will be able to source Steinzeug-Keramo’s products from select stockists around the UK. And stockists looking to offer vitrified clay pipes, are invited to contact Leon Woods, Country Manager UK, by emailing leon.woods@wienerberger.com.
Leon added: “We’re very excited to showcase our vitrified clay pipe solutions at Utility Week Live. As the industry continues to prioritise sustainability and efficiency, our vitrified clay pipes provide an ideal solution for forward-thinking industries.”
The company’s expansion into the UK is designed to strengthen its position as a leading European provider of wastewater infrastructure products while enabling it to bring its “legacy of quality and innovation to new markets.” It also underscores the company’s commitment to driving forward-thinking solutions to help meet the UK’s infrastructure needs in a sustainable and responsible way.
Visitors to Utility Week Live Stand J32 will discover how Steinzeug-Keramo high-quality vitrified clay pipe systems offer “an eco-friendly and robust alternative, ensuring reliable and long-lasting wastewater management for every project.”
The company has been manufacturing vitrified clay pipes in Germany for 170 years, and visitors will have the opportunity to explore its products firsthand and engage with experts to learn how these solutions can be integrated into new installations or sewer renovations. Suitable to be used for open trench, pipe jacking or sewer renovation and available in diameters 100 – 800 mm, they have long been recognised for their durability to withstand harsh conditions, “making them a preferred choice for infrastructure projects.”
Furthermore, being impervious to the hydrogen sulphide found in sewer systems makes Steinzeug-Keramo’s products suitable for environments where aggressive substances are present. Their chemical resistance ensures an ultra-longer service life, making them suitable for a wide range of challenging applications.
Indeed, the firm states that its oldest vitrified clay pipe still in service is 167 years old and counting!
For more information, visit www.steinzeug-keramo.com and contact Leon Woods at leon.woods@wienerberger.com if you are a stockist looking to offer vitrified clay pipes.
