The Concrete Pipeline Systems Association (formerly the Concrete
Pipe Association) was formed in 1932, by a group of manufacturers
keen to pool their knowledge and experience in the development
of precast concrete pipes for the benefit of the nation’s
developing infrastructure.
The change of name in 2002 was to reflect the fact that members
did not just make pipes, but also made other interrelated products
such as manholes, gullies, adjustment units and caissons, to
name but a few. The association recognises that it is the ‘pipeline
systems’ performance not the pipe itself, that is the
most important issue for the client.
The CPSA has 7 full member companies who account for almost
100% of precast concrete pipe and manhole manufacture in
Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Members range from family-run
businesses to divisions of large international companies.
All members provide exceptional technical support and first
class customer service. In addition the CPSA has 10 associate
members who supply equipment and materials used in the production
of concrete pipes and manholes.
Go to our Members page to
read more about all our member companies.
All full members operate a Third Party Certification Scheme
for their products as a condition of CPSA membership. Their
product ranges are extensive and are made using modern production
techniques such as high frequency vibration casting. The CPSA
is closely involved in the preparation of the new product standards,
both British and European and this helps to ensure that precast
concrete pipelines comply with all current and emerging product
standards. In practice CPSA member companies mark their products
with the "Kitemark" symbol where applicable standards
exist.
We are always available to provide practical, objective and
impartial technical advice to designers, specifiers, contractors
and anyone else in the industry. Contact
us using our online
form.
The CPSA is based in Leicester and became a full product association
of the