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    50 years and still in love

    Uponor PEX pipes

    Uponor PEX pipes turn 50

    Durable, versatile and innovative

    In 1972, Uponor PEX pipes were the first cross-linked polyethylene pipes to hit the market. They marked a real turning point for the entire construction industry. Over the past 50 years, these durable and corrosion-resistant pipes have proven their flexibility and enormous versatility. A technology designed to last a lifetime and more.
     

    50 years of PEXcellence

    The past, present and future of an extraordinary plumbing product

    1972

    Uponor PEX pipes were first manufactured in Virsbo, Sweden
     

    1973

    The first underfloor heating with Uponor PEX pipes entered the market
     

    1983

    The launch of the first Uponor PEX pipe with an oxygen diffusion barrier for heating applications
     

    1994

    Uponor invented Quick & Easy fittings, revolutionizing the installation of Uponor PEX pipes
     

    2007

    Uponor developed Klett Comfort technology, fastening the installation of underfloor heating

    50 years and still…

    Ahead of the game
    “Our PEX pipes were ground-breaking in the 1970s and they have been a success story ever since,” says Luca Schiavio (Senior Director Product Marketing at Uponor).

    As a result, over six billion metres of Uponor PEX pipes for drinking water, heating and radiant applications have been installed worldwide. Uponor never stopped innovating and still continues to set the standard in the industry for a safe and pure water supply.
    PEX pipes still ahead of the game

    How far would Uponor PEX pipes go...?

    Over the past 50 years, more than 6 billion metres of Uponor PEX pipes have been installed worldwide. A figure that is almost inconceivable for most of us.
    But if you were to lay down all Uponor PEX pipes installed worldwide, they would reach to the moon and back 8 times!

    This is just the beginning. Here’s to a bright future of continuing to build a better tomorrow.
     
    PEX pipe system for tapwater with Q&E

    Where Uponor PEX pipes are in use

    Germany

    Grand Tower

    The Grand Tower in Frankfurt is Germany's tallest residential building. Uponor heat interface units are responsible for the heating and cooling supply in more than 400 apartments in the high-rise building. Around 300 kilometres of Uponor PEX Comfort pipes were installed for the underfloor heating and cooling.

    Explore technology for the journey to the top