A century of American-made valve and connection technology for mission-critical piping systems
Aalberts integrated piping systems (IPS), a global leader in advanced integrated piping systems for the distribution and control of liquids and gases, approaches 100 years of its “Apollo”® Valves brand, a century-long legacy defined by American manufacturing, engineering discipline, and specification trust in mission-critical flow control. From its origins in the early twentieth century to its role today as a highly specified name across residential, commercial, industrial, and utility markets, “Apollo”® has evolved from a regional valve producer into a benchmark brand known for performance, reliability, and long-term system integrity.
“Apollo”®’s legacy is most visible in its broad and continuously advancing product portfolio, which includes ball valves, butterfly valves, safety relief valves, control valves, mixing valves, backflow preventers, and a growing family of press and press-fitting technologies. The “Apollo”® Press® and “Apollo”® PowerPress® lines deliver flame-free installation and Leak Before Press technology to help installers verify system integrity quickly and safely, while large diameter “Apollo”® PowerPress® LD offerings extend these benefits to bigger piping systems in commercial and industrial projects. “Apollo”® SmartPress® further advances the brand’s capabilities with patented smart sealing elements, wide pressure and temperature ranges, and Visu-Control features that support precise, efficient installation in demanding stainless steel applications.
Behind these technologies is a manufacturing platform built on vertical integration and domestic investment, particularly at “Apollo”® Valves facilities in South Carolina where design, casting, machining, heat treatment, assembly, and testing are closely coordinated to maintain tight control over quality and lead times. Over decades, the Mosack family, including long-time leader Cal Mosack, has helped shape “Apollo”®’s emphasis on manufacturing discipline, product integrity, and accountability to the engineers and contractors who rely on its valves and connection technologies in the field.
“As we approach 100 years of “Apollo”®, we are honoring a brand that has earned its place in specifications by consistently delivering products that perform as promised,” said Jaimie Kenney, vp of marketing at Aalberts IPS Americas. “Looking ahead, we will continue to invest in U.S. manufacturing and expand “Apollo”® technologies like “Apollo”® Valves, “Apollo”® Press®, “Apollo”® PowerPress®, and “Apollo”® SmartPress® so our customers can build safer, more efficient, and more resilient systems for the next century.”
About Aalberts IPS
Aalberts integrated piping systems (IPS) is a global leader in creating mission-critical valve and connection technology through its “Apollo”® brand with a legacy spanning 96 years. The product profile includes: ball valves, butterfly valves, safety relief valves, control valves, mixing valves, and backflow preventers, serving many industries such as residential, commercial, industrial, and utility markets. The company’s commitment to quality is evident in its proactive design and manufacturing processes, with a significant portion of production proudly conducted in the US. Connect with Aalberts IPS on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.
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