Drainage Systems Manufacturing Expands in Europe & Launched in North
America
NORTH ANDOVER, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
To meet growing demand and increase delivery speed to customers around
the world, Watts Water Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: WTS) today announced
the expansion of its BLÜCHER global design and stainless steel drainage
system manufacturing capabilities in Europe and North America.
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BLÜCHER stainless steel trench drains are now being produced in Fort Worth, Texas, for the North American market. (Photo: Business Wire)
In order to accomplish this expansion, Watts is adding 55,000 square
feet to its production facilities and warehouse in Vildbjerg, Denmark,
and creating new training and testing facilities for customers, business
partners, and employees. The expansion is expected to be completed by
May 2019.
In addition, Watts announced it has begun to produce BLÜCHER stainless
steel trench drains at its facility in Fort Worth, Texas. The Fort Worth
facility specializes in the production of high precision stainless steel
products for the water heating market under the PVI brand.
"By combining the sanitary design and stainless steel drain
manufacturing expertise of our Denmark team with the stainless steel
manufacturing expertise of our PVI team, we can deliver BLÜCHER quality
to all of our North American customers with increased speed,
flexibility, and reliability," said Mark Hamilton, Vice President and
General Manager of Drains – Americas.
In both Vildbjerg and Fort Worth, Watts has invested in new
manufacturing equipment, and the company has expanded its teams in
growing markets globally to further support customers for its BLÜCHER
products.
"As leading food and beverage brands and their facility design partners
continue to increase their focus on hygienic design and water
conservation, we have seen a significant increase in specification of
our BLÜCHER stainless steel complete process drainage systems,” said
Munish Nanda, President, Americas & Europe.
He added, “We are driven to offer flexible and individual solutions and
always have as short a delivery time as possible.”
The full BLÜCHER product line, including custom orders, will continue to
be available from our BLÜCHER manufacturing facility in Denmark during
the expansion.
About BLÜCHER
The Watts BLÜCHER line of products consists of
quality stainless steel drainage products and systems. BLÜCHER solutions
include modular drainage channels, floor and shower drains, pipe and
fittings, and custom solutions for residential, commercial, industrial,
and maritime use. All BLÜCHER solutions have a modular design that
supports fast, easy system installation. For more information, visit Blucher.com.
About Watts Water Technologies
Watts Water Technologies,
Inc., through its family of companies, is a global manufacturer
headquartered in the USA that provides one of the broadest plumbing,
heating, and water quality product lines in the world. Watts Water
companies and brands offer innovative plumbing, heating, and water
quality solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial
applications. The company employs 4,800 people in more than 50 offices
across 24 countries. For more information, visit Watts.com.
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Watts Water Technologies, Inc.
Andy Ravens
Director, Corporate
Communications
978-689-6136
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