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Welcome to the AIS: Philmac – A Legacy of Innovation and Excellence

AIS is proud to welcome Philmac to our expanding supplier network – a trusted partner synonymous with engineering excellence, innovation, and a century-long commitment to quality in plastic pipe systems.

Philmac is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Aliaxis, the world’s largest integrated supplier of plastic performance pipe systems. With a global footprint and a leadership position in advanced plastic piping solutions, Aliaxis empowers Philmac to deliver tried and tested technologies designed for real-world Australian conditions.

A History of Groundbreaking Innovation

Philmac’s story began in 1929 with the visionary engineer “Mac” Phillips, a pioneer who believed in challenging convention and improving how things are done. His forward-thinking approach quickly translated into a legacy of world-first inventions that still influence the plumbing and irrigation industries today.

Among Philmac’s historic innovations:

  • 1947: Introduced a revolutionary ball-cam float valve.

  • 1966: Developed ratio pressure-reducing valves.

  • 1968: Became the first company globally to produce compression fittings entirely from plastic.

  • 1997: Launched metric compression fittings designed for international markets.

This spirit of innovation is alive and well, driven by decades of expertise and continued investment in cutting-edge technology. In fact, Philmac recently completed a $10 million upgrade to its Adelaide manufacturing facility – one of the most advanced in the world – incorporating robotic assembly, precision injection moulding, and a world-class R&D hub.

Manufactured in Australia. Recognised Worldwide.

Philmac proudly designs and manufactures its products in Adelaide, South Australia. The facility not only houses its production line but also its research and testing centre – home to a team of engineers whose patented products continue to receive awards and global recognition.

Philmac’s product categories include:

  • Compression Fittings

  • Threaded Fittings

  • Valves

  • Irrigation Solutions

Whether you’re working in water transfer, agricultural irrigation, plumbing or civil projects, Philmac delivers a dependable range of fittings and valves to suit most PE pipe applications – all designed to make connection and flow control as efficient as possible.

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We’re excited to bring Philmac’s innovative solutions to our AIS members across the country. To learn more about their full range of products and heritage of quality, visit their website:
👉 https://www.philmac.com.au/

Please join us in warmly welcoming Philmac to the AIS family as a trusted partner supplier. We look forward to growing together and supporting our members with high-quality, Australian-made solutions.

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