Talon, a leading manufacturer of pipe clips, collars and covers, has agreed an exclusive worldwide licensing deal with PipeSnug – the brand behind “the only all-in-one solution to meet Part L of the Building Regulations’ requirement to seal around pipework inside and out, without the need for sealant, perishable mortar or expensive air sealing tape.”
Since its launch in 2017 by builder Chris Burdett and Alex Lever, PipeSnug and then FlueSnug have been used by thousands of plumbers and builders, national housebuilders and Local Authorities. Indeed, the products’ success can be argued to have transformed the way the industry and the Building Regulations approach sealing around pipework.
In 2021, Part L of the Building Regulations was amended and now specifies the need for pipe seals and grommets on pipe penetrations in buildings. PipeSnug and FlueSnug meet this requirement quickly, without the need for any extra sealant or air sealing tape. Today, FlueSnug is endorsed by key boiler manufacturers and both products are used by major housebuilders to comply with Part L.
Dean Heathfield, Talon’s Commercial Director, said: “We are delighted to announce our partnership with PipeSnug. The addition of these innovative pipe sealing products into the Talon family really does make perfect sense.
“We are really excited to have PipeSnug on board. Talon will help accelerate the ‘Snug’ family of products’ growth through increased distribution, next day delivery, more product development and even more marketing support.”
Dean continued: “We have watched the PipeSnug phenomenon grow over the years and we have been really impressed by the benefits the products bring to heating and plumbing installers, as well as to housebuilders and local authorities when it comes to complying with Part L of the Building Regulations.”
He added: “Talon’s product range is much more than just pipe clips. This is a significant step for us as we widen our product range even further. We are proud to say ‘PipeSnug by Talon’.”
For PipeSnug’s founders Chris Burdett and Alex Lever, the deal with Talon ends one chapter of their story but opens another. Both of them will be engaged by Talon to advise and consult on expanding the range as well as new product development, including ideas that may potentially be as transformative as PipeSnug.
“The move to Talon is absolutely the right one for PipeSnug,” says Alex Lever, PipeSnug’s co-founder. “We shall join Dean and his team in pushing PipeSnug forward and under Talon’s wings we shall look to bring more ideas to market that save time and money for the trade. The partnership also allows us to further explore opportunities for the product outside of the UK too.”
Chris added: “From those first ideas and meetings with Alex in the pub back in the early days, via Dragons’ Den to this partnership with Talon, our journey with PipeSnug has been amazing. I can’t wait to see PipeSnug soar to even greater heights in its new home!”
Supporting sales in merchant branches: Talon’s new point of sale for Snappit
Talon has developed eye-catching Point of Sale (POS) units, designed specifically for its bestselling Snappit range. A huge hit with heating and plumbing installers, Snappit enables installers to quickly and efficiently conceal unsightly pipework, achieving a neat and professional finish without compromising on quality.
Available to Snappit stockists with a Talon account, the POS shows off the benefits of the product in a visual way, encouraging more sales in branch and at the trade counter. A glue-free ‘shelf ready’ outer version (35mm x 15cm) is available stocked with 12 blister packs, while a recently introduced Free Standing Display Unit (174cm x 57cm) also comes fully stocked with 120 products in a variety of finishes.
All Snappit Blister Packs feature a handy QR code which customers can scan and get almost instant access to a ‘How To’ video on the products. As it shows, the products save installers time and is the best, mess-free alternative to painting yet unlike paint, Snappit does not chip, flake or discolour.
Furthermore, they are an easy sell for installers to homeowners who want that professional finish around their kitchen and bathrooms, giving a seamless join to the wall and floor. Snappit’s aesthetically pleasing yet robust designs are made from quality grade uPVC which also means they shield pipes from potential damage, reducing the risk of leaks and extending their lifespan.
For more information on Talon point of sale and its wide range of pipe clips and plumbing accessories, visit www.talon.co.uk
