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People Behind the Pipe

People Behind the Pipe

People Behind the Pipe

When you’re changing the narrative around plastic pipe, you need the credentials to prove it. Meet the three associations that are not only plastic experts, but environmental stewards committed to changing the industry.

When you’re changing the narrative around plastic pipe, you need the credentials to prove it. Meet the three associations that are not only plastic experts, but environmental stewards committed to changing the industry.

When you’re changing the narrative around plastic pipe, you need the credentials to prove it. Meet the three associations that are not only plastic experts, but environmental stewards committed to changing the industry.

Plastic Pipe and Fittings Association

PPFA is the voice for the manufacture and use of sustainable plastic pipe and fittings. They provide users with relevant information needed to design, specify, and install plastic piping systems, and promote an understanding of the environmental impacts and benefits of thermoplastic piping products. Their member companies manufacture products for plumbing and related applications or supply materials for the manufacturing process.

Uni-Bell PVC Pipe Association (PVCPA)

Founded as a non-profit organization in 1971, PVCPA provides technical information on the research, design, and installation of PVC water, sewer, and force main pipe. The Association also serves the engineering, regulatory, public health, and stan­dardization communities. PVCPA is committed to promoting use of longer-life, lower-maintenance, corrosion-proof PVC pipe in water and wastewater systems for real sustainability, strength, and long-term asset management.

Plastics Pipe Institute

PPI is a non-profit trade association dedicated to the advocacy and advancement of use of plastics in pipe infrastructure systems because they are smart, economical and sustainable solutions. Member companies have a voice in shaping the future of the plastics piping industry through education, research, advocacy, and networking.