After being acquired last year, Amiblu Australia is primed to steal the show at No-Dig Down Under.
Amiblu Australia’s manufacturing facility may be based in Adelaide’s south, but it’s ready to travel anywhere for the right job – and the company is making the most of it’s market.
Amiblu’s mission to deliver sustainable and durable water management solutions on a global scale was considerably bolstered with the acquisition of RPC Pipe Systems, its longstanding technology partner for Flowtite pipe systems.
The move has enabled Amiblu to expand its operations into the Asia-Pacific region.
RPC Pipe Systems has been a trusted licensee of Flowtite technology since 2006, playing a critical role in establishing glass-reinforced plastic (GRP) as a key material for addressing acute water shortages across Australia and New Zealand.
Now fully under the Amiblu umbrella, RPC Pipe Systems’ local manufacturing arm will align even more closely with Amiblu’s mission to combat the world’s water crisis with advanced, long-lasting pipe systems.
Founded as a joint venture in 2017 by Amiantit Europe and Hobas Europe, Amiblu rapidly positioned itself as the global leader in GRP pipe production, leveraging its ownership of Flowtite continuous filament winding and Hobas centrifugal casting technologies.
Amiblu operates the world’s largest fully accredited GRP pipe testing laboratory, located in Norway, and remains committed to innovation, quality and long-term sustainability across its operations.
By integrating RPC Pipe Systems’ technical capabilities and local experience with its own global reach, Amiblu is now better placed to provide effective, value-driven water infrastructure solutions in the face of growing environmental and urbanisation pressures.
Amiblu-owned products have been utilised in some of Australia and New Zealand’s major construction projects in recent years.
The West Gate Tunnel Project’s North Yarra Main Sewer in Melbourne used 660m of Dn3000 Amiblu HOBAS jacking pipe in works that redirected the sewer to make way for the tunnel.
The Elizabeth Street Sewer – one of the most prominent in Melbourne – significantly increased its capacity with 756m of DN800 Amiblu Flowtite jacking pipe, with trenchless technology ensuring minimal disruptions around the city’s busiest tram lines.
New Zealand’s largest wastewater project, the Central Interceptor, used OD3600 Amiblu jacking pipes to allow the supersized tunnel to run for 16.2km under Auckland City and the Manukau Harbour. The sewer line was a small diversion between two maintenance holes, and Amiblu was the only pipe supplier that could manufacture a pipe with the required internal diameter of 3500mm.
With the niche expertise of a local supplier, but the bandwidth of a global giant, Amiblu Australia is set up for success.
Amiblu Australia Sales Director Chris Fraraccio said the company’s presence at the upcoming No-Dig Down Under (NDDU) event is a reflection of its growing visibility in the local market and an opportunity to showcase its unique technology platforms.
“Amiblu is a world-leading technology manufacturer for trenchless pipes. We’ve chosen to exhibit at this year’s conference to bring awareness to who Amiblu is in the market and what our long-term goals are, particularly as the only Australian manufacturer of GRP jacking and relining pipe,” he said.
“We love that this event brings both suppliers and contractors together to discuss trenchless technology solutions. It’s a focused topic, which allows for more in-depth and meaningful conversations.”
As a first-time exhibitor, Amiblu is looking forward to introducing its rebranded presence to the market and highlighting the innovation behind its suite of trenchless solutions.
For anyone uncertain about attending, Fraraccio’s message is simple.
“If you’re involved in civil infrastructure, you should be at this conference,” he said.
“The trenchless industry is growing, and you might be surprised by how these solutions could fit your construction needs.”
Amiblu will be showcasing its proprietary technologies, including Flowtite continuous filament wound, Hobas centrifugally cast and NC Line filament wound systems. Visitors can expect to see applications in jacking, relining and non-circular product lines, with a strong emphasis on sustainability.
“We’re especially focused on how our products can help reduce CO2 emissions from a material perspective, which is increasingly important across the industry,” Fraraccio added.
For more information, visit amiblu.com
This article was featured in the August edition of Trenchless Australasia.
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