9 best manufacturers of metal pipes

Metal pipes consist of five layers, which provides high strength and flexibility at the same time. The inner and outer coating is plastic, and between them is aluminum foil. All this is connected by two layers of special glue, which turns the structure into a single whole. Such a product has a service life of up to 50 years, bends well, almost does not expand linearly when heated, and is not subject to corrosion. With the help of the rating of the best manufacturers of plastic pipes, we will help you choose a product for laying plumbing, heating and other communications, so that the expectations of the properties of the pipe and the money spent are equal. In preparing the rating, we took into account both the characteristics of the products, as well as feedback from masters and ordinary users.

Rating of the best manufacturers of metal pipes

Nomination	a place	manufacturer	rating
Rating of the best manufacturers of metal pipes	1	Valtec	4.9
	2	Henco	4.8
	3	Uponor	4.8
	4	Oventrop copipe	4.7
	5	Rehau	4.7
	6	Viega	4.7
	7	Sanha	4.6
	8	Nanoplast	4.6
	9	Hydrosta	4.5

Valtec

Rating: 4.9

This brand in the ranking takes the first place and is the product of the Italian manufacturer of the same name. Now he cooperates with Russian companies and a large assortment of metal-plastic products is on sale. All pipes are indexed by the letter V, the figure next to which denotes the diameter from 16 to 32 mm. Smooth inner surface prevents overgrowth of water deposits.

Our experts put the manufacturer in the first place in the rating due to the high strength of the pipes, confirmed by tests in independent European centers. The Italian company uses aluminum section of 0.4 mm, which provides high structural strength. The bonding layer is so close with reinforcement that at a pressure of 92 bar the pipe breaks, but without stratification, when the competitors already have a 68 bar plastic core completely separated from the metal. Given the average pressure in the system of 6 bar - this is the best option for organizing heating or water supply in a big house.

Henco

Rating: 4.8

This manufacturer is in the ranking in second place and is known throughout Europe for its high-quality products. The production is organized at a huge plant in Antwerp (Belgium) and complies with ISO 9001. The company was founded in 1992 and is a subsidiary of Henrad. Every week 2.1 million meters of plastic pipes are produced. The manufacturer actively conducts tests of its products in independent laboratories in Germany (DVGW), the Netherlands (KIWA) and the UK (WRC). This company was one of the first to start producing sealing and pressing elements from both brass and polymers.It offers a concern and rods for laying flat sections so that they do not have waves from storage in the bay - users in the reviews share that this has a positive effect on the aesthetic appearance of the water supply and heating systems.

We have added this manufacturer to the rating due to a large selection of diameters of metal-plastic pipes. The company offers products with a cross section from 14 to 63 mm, which many competitors do not have. Another brand contains a seamless technology of the reinforcing layer with a foil thickness of 0.9-1.2 mm, almost unparalleled.

Uponor

Rating: 4.8

The third place in the ranking is taken by the German manufacturer, which produces up to 100 million meters of metal-plastic pipes annually. The company is known and respected all over the world, sales of products are carried out on the territory of 60 countries. The metal in the construction of the pipe is completely not susceptible to corrosion, a high level of sanitary and hygienic standards is maintained, therefore communications are suitable for the food industry. Among the options for diameters are models from 16 to 110 mm. The walls of the pipes are designed to maintain constant shape at all temperatures.

Our experts appreciated the feedback of plumbers and ordinary users, and added the manufacturer of metal pipes to the rating due to its latest technology, Uponor Q & E, which everyone liked. Installation implies a nozzle on a plastic sleeve that repeats the expansion and contraction of pipes during heating. Due to this, all joints remain tight, regardless of the temperature of the flowing fluid.

Oventrop copipe

Rating: 4.7

The German manufacturer from our rating began its activities back in 1851. The founder is Arnold Owentrop, specializing in copper and brass products. The main directions of the brand are communications and valves. Now the staff employs more than 800 people, and the manufacturer cooperates directly with the developers, so the plastic pipes of this brand can be found in the new high-rise buildings throughout Russia. In Moscow, the office of the main representative office of the company.

According to our experts, the manufacturer should be in the ranking of the best thanks to the release of metal-plastic pipes of special design. In addition to conventional products, the company produces pipes in a protective casing, where in addition to the five classic layers there is another outer layer. Such protection allows the use of communications not only inside the building, but also to bury them in the ground for laying water pipes to neighboring buildings, which users like in reviews.

Rehau

Rating: 4.7

This manufacturer stands out from the ranking of a wide range of plastic pipes. In the catalog of the Swiss company there are four types of rulers: Stabil, His, Pink and Flex. All products are marked with the brand name and pipe parameters to protect customers as much as possible from counterfeit products.The brand has existed since 1948 and has 170 representative offices in more than 50 countries. Metal-plastic pipes are manufactured at 41 plants, and the concern is now managed by the founder's son, so much effort is spent on preserving reputation and maintaining high product quality.

Our experts are unanimous that the manufacturer deserves a place in the ranking of the best because of the high-quality cross-linking of polyethylene in metal-plastic pipes. The use of Pe-Xa technology gives a crosslinking quality of 85%, with the required standard of 65%. This makes it possible to withstand a constant operating temperature of 95 degrees without stratification. On the products of this manufacturer should pay attention to the installation of hot water and heating.

Viega

Rating: 4.7

This is another German manufacturer in the ranking, known for its yellow-black logo. The company specializes in the manufacture of one line of plastic pipes called Pexfit Pro Fosta. Among the products you can choose diameters of 16, 20, 25 and 32 mm. To prevent delamination, the manufacturer applies the cross-linking technology PE-Xc / AI / PE-HD, which reduces the penetration of oxygen to zero. The newest development of the brand is the anti-oxygen screen Evon. Judging by the reviews, craftsmen like to use the SC-Contur security system at the fitting, which helps to find a leak during installation.

Our experts added the manufacturer to the rating as optimal in price and quality. All metal pipes are manufactured at five plants in Germany (unlike other famous brands that manufacture their products in Turkey and China). Some buyers even managed to visit excursions on these productions and in a review they share that they personally became convinced that the goods for the domestic German market are the same as those shipped to Russia and Ukraine.

Sanha

Rating: 4.6

This is the next German representative in our rating, which began its activity in Germany in 1964. The company is family-owned and cares for its reputation as a manufacturer of reliable fitting and metal-plastic pipes. The company is constantly working engineers and developers to conduct experiments and the release of technical innovations in the field of valves and plumbing. Wizards in the reviews are divided that working with such material is simple, because the burrs are quickly removed and all diameters are easily calibrated for the fitting.

Experts added the manufacturer to our rating as having the largest assortment of metal-plastic pipes together. The brand catalog contains the latest Press PPSU systems for instant crimping and creating a reliable joint. The company produces a lot of couplings with flare nuts, as well as axial compensators for Niro San and Niro Threm, so that the system is not depressurized during strong heating. Here you can even find press sockets for plastic pipes.

Nanoplast

Rating: 4.6

The Russian manufacturer also hit our rating as a compromise for those who want to save. The company produces plastic pipes with an aluminum layer of 0.3 to 0.6 mm. To provide high flexibility and isolation from oxygen, new types of polymers are used. Products are completed with a fitting both from metal crimping sleeves and plastic, which reduces the weight of the structure. The company's products are used for water supply, underfloor heating, soil heating systems, heating, communications for air conditioning.

Domestic manufacturer hit the rating as the most affordable. Despite the cheapness of goods, the reinforcing layer of aluminum is connected using seamless technology using direct butt joints and laser welding, which all masters like in reviews. This makes the metal-plastic pipe more flexible and uniform over the section (without overlap in the seam area).

Hydrosta

Rating: 4.5

The rating closes another domestic manufacturer specializing in the production of metal-plastic five-layer pipes made of modern material Pert. The use of such polyethylene with improved heat resistance allows you to transfer the temperature of the channels and not stratify. Production is carried out from raw materials conforming to DIN 16833, and the products have received international quality certificates. To connect the reinforcement base and plastic, Polylink glue is used, having an adhesion of 70 N, at a rate of 50 N.

Some users inform in the reviews about the smooth operation when using such a metal pipe in the country in the heating system. The material performs well even with antifreeze, so that communications do not dissolve in winter when the boiler is turned off. This is another affordable option from the rating for those who want to save.

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.