Philmac turns 75

Adelaide-based specialist pipe fittings manufacturer, Philmac is celebrating its 75th anniversary this year with a range of events and promotions planned for the next 12 months.

Established in 1929, Philmac developed the first all-plastic compression fitting for polyethylene pipes in 1970 and is now a leader in the design and manufacture of innovative polyethylene compression fittings and valves.

More than 40% of the products manufactured at its North Plympton facility are exported, with destinations ranging from the UK, Europe, the Middle East, South East Asia, North Asia, North America and Africa. Applications range from plumbing to municipal water and gas systems, industrial applications and irrigation. Last year, Philmac won the Large Advanced Manufacturer category of the Business SA Export Awards.

Philmac's General Manager — Sales and Marketing, Mal Brown, said the anniversary celebrations were an ideal way to acknowledge the company's heritage, customers and employees. "By adopting a culture of innovation, we have been able to stay ahead of our opposition and develop relevant and effective products. Industries develop and change and it is important to be able to provide products that enable these changes to take place as easily as possible," he said.