Pipelife is one of Ireland’s leading manufacturers and providers of plastic piping systems. Specialising in the extrusion of polyethylene & PVC pipes, Pipelife offers industry-leading products for heating & plumbing, water pressure, electricity, cable ducting, gas and agricultural sectors. In recent years the Irish operation has focused very heavily on renewable heating products & services, along with its traditional focus on plumbing & heating pipes and fittings. They also have a large focus on sewage, soil, rainwater and roofline products and has grown significantly over the years in the Irish, UK and continental European market.

Demonstrating its long-term commitment to the Irish market, in June this year Pipelife Ireland completed the first phase of its latest investment plan in its manufacturing operation in Cork. This first phase investment of €15m entailed the replacement or upgrade of the entire water cooling and raw material distribution networks across the entire plant, the upgrading of offices, canteens, locker rooms, toilets, the installation and commissioning of six new high speed, automated extrusion lines for PVC, ABS and PP products, and the completion of a new purpose built Renewables Academy to cater for training of installers, architects, specifiers and merchants.
In the coming months Pipelife will be installing four further high speed, automated extrusion lines, and the continuing investment plan will see all older extrusion lines being replaced by the end of 2027, bringing the total investment in the Cork plant to over €30m. By then Pipelife Ireland will have 28 high speed, automated extrusion lines operating in its Cork plant, with an average age of 6 years, and with an annual capacity to extrude some 48,000 tonnes of pipe across the sewage, soil, cable protection, water, gas, roofline, rainwater and plumbing & heating sectors.

Complementary to this investment in equipment and facilities, an IDA backed €4m, 3-year training programme to upskill its more than 200 employees is currently underway in Pipelife Ireland. These investments in their people and equipment will ensure that Pipelife is positioned to remain a long term Irish producer of ‘Guaranteed Irish’ piping systems for the Irish market.
The significant investment in new equipment, personnel and services will position their Irish operations as a world class manufacturing facility for many years to come. This very visible investment shows Pipelife’s long term commitment to the Irish market and there is no doubt that the scale, modernity and product portfolio of the new Pipelife Ireland operations will be very attractive as a supply chain partner for the major merchant groups, builders and installers in the country.
Pipelife Ireland Solutions Limited is thrilled to announce the opening of their new, state-of-the-art, purpose-built Renewables Academy. This exciting development is set to be a significant benefit to installers, builders’ merchants, BER assessors, and professionals within the heating and construction industry.
Key Features of the Renewables Academy:
- Free Courses: They offer a range of free courses that are accessible to all industry professionals.
- Expert-Led Training: Their courses are led by members of their Technical Team, who bring a wealth of practical knowledge and expertise in installation practices.
- Comprehensive Product Knowledge: Attendees will gain valuable insights into Pipelife’s heating technologies, ensuring they are well-equipped with the best product knowledge and installation techniques.
- Manufacturing Facility Tour: Participants will have the unique opportunity to tour the Pipelife manufacturing facility. This tour allows visitors to see first-hand where their high-quality products are made.
By participating in these courses, industry professionals will be able to enhance their skills and knowledge, ensuring that they can meet the highest standards of customer satisfaction.

Pipelife Ireland Solutions Limited are also proud members of Guaranteed Irish. This membership indicates their commitment to supporting local employment, contributing to the community, and ensuring the Irish provenance of their products. As a member of Guaranteed Irish, they also demonstrate a dedication to high-quality standards and a positive impact on the Irish economy and society.
For more information and to talk to their team call 021 488 4700 or e-mail them at ireland@pipelife.com