FERNCO LTD
ENDEAVOUR WORKS
VALLEY PARK
WOMBWELL
BARNSLEY
SOUTH YORKSHIRE S73 0UW
Tel: 01226 340222
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Suppliers of: pipe couplings flexible pipe coupling adaptors pipe connectors
Fernco is a specialist manufacturer and distributor serving the civils & drainage, plumbing, and flood protection sectors. Established in 1989, the company initially focused on flexible couplings—a core product that remains central to its offering today. Over the years, Fernco has expanded its product range to include channel drainage, plumbing couplings, saddle connections, and other pipe repair systems, enabling growth into new markets and countries. Known for high-quality products and a commitment to innovation, Fernco delivers exceptional service and adds value at every stage of the supply chain, from builders merchants to end users.
Delivering Solutions Across Civils & Drainage, Plumbing, and Flood Protection
As a specialist manufacturer and distributor, Fernco provides high-quality, innovative solutions across three core sectors: Civils & Drainage, Plumbing, and Flood Protection. Our extensive product range is designed to meet the demands of diverse applications, supported by exceptional service and technical expertise.
Civils & Drainage:
This division represents the foundation of Fernco’s reputation, built on decades of experience and innovation. Our Civils & Drainage range features industry-leading products focused on pipe connection and sealing technologies. With a strong market
orientation and commitment to quality, Fernco continues to set the benchmark in this sector.
Key Products:
Plumbing:
Fernco Plumbing encompasses a versatile selection of smaller-diameter couplings and related products. Manufactured in both EPDM rubber and PVC, this range is engineered for performance and reliability. Whether for new installations or repairs, our plumbing solutions deliver flexibility and long-term durability.
Key Products:
Flood Protection:
Our Flood Protection division offers solutions for both domestic and large-scale applications, from flood prevention in homes to river management infrastructure. Fernco’s water control products are engineered to protect assets, ensure safety, and manage water flow efficiently.
Key Products:
- Flap Valves
- Penstocks
- Non-Return Valves
- Backwater Valves
- Fernco Floodbags
- Anti-Flood Air Brick & Covers
A Partner in Innovation and Support:
Fernco is known not only for our premium products but also for our dedication to customer support and continuous improvement. We aim to add value at every point in the supply chain—from re-sellers to end users—through innovation, service, and expertise.
Explore Our Support Resources:
- Product Selector – Quickly identify the right solution for your project.
- Fernco Academy – Access expert-led learning modules in pipe sealing, connection, and water movement.
- Technical Information Library – Find detailed specifications, material data, safety sheets, performance stats, and accreditation documents.
Further technical information is available in the BPi download library or on the Fernco website.
Fernco Supports Merchant Customers with New PIM System
Transforming the experience of its merchant customers, Fernco, specialist manufacturer to the civils and drainage, plumbing and flood protection sectors, has launched its brand-new Product Information Management (PIM) system.
This platform is designed to centrally store high-quality product information and digital assets into a single, user-friendly portal. With instant access via the Fernco Portal, its merchant partners can access live data, collateral, and marketing materials to support product promotion at the touch of a button.
Part of Fernco’s strategy to be a service-led business, the PIM system is a testament to the company’s commitment to integrate and deliver progressive technology solutions to improve the customer experience. By improving data quality and accessibility, the updated Fernco Portal will enhance collaboration and improve communication with merchant partners to streamline the whole sales process for the benefit of all parties.
To further support its partners, Fernco has adopted the product data template from the Builders Merchant Federation (BMF), aligning its PIM system to existing industry standards. Developed in collaboration with over 30 industry members, this template addresses inefficiencies caused by inconsistent product data formats across the building materials supply chain.
Fernco’s commitment to standardising product data and use of the template means its merchants adopting the building materials standardised PIM template can benefit from reliable, structured, and readily usable information as they implement Fernco’s product data with increased efficiency. This forward-thinking approach aligns with wider BMF goals of boosting adoption across the sector, a milestone that promises to transform industry practices for the better.
Ryan Lockwood, National Sales and Marketing Manager at Fernco, highlighted the system’s transformative impact: “Making the customer experience better is always our aim. Our new PIM system bolted onto our already popular marketing portal will make a real difference to the way we work with our key partners.”
“Merchants can always rely on Fernco to provide product data in a format that works best for them, but this new system also allows their teams to access this data instantly, 24/7. At the touch of a button through our innovative self-service portal, merchants can access all the data and marketing materials they need to sell our products. This will completely streamline the entire communication process, as we continue to work in partnership to make selling Fernco products easier and simpler than ever.”
The upgraded Fernco Portal emphasises the company’s unwavering commitment to innovation, efficiency, and partnership. With these advancements, Fernco continues to lead the way in enhancing merchant support and driving shared success.
Fernco’s high-performance products ready to support AMP8’s objectives
The UK water industry is entering a pivotal period with Asset Management Period 8 (AMP8), a five-year initiative aimed at addressing key challenges in water infrastructure.
With a record £88 billion investment allocated by Ofwat, AMP8 aims to reduce harm from storm overflows, cut leakage by 17%, reduce sewer flooding in homes by 27%, and triple the replacement rate of water mains. This level of commitment underscores the critical need for a strong, efficient supply chain and trusted manufacturers to deliver high-quality solutions that will drive these ambitious objectives forward.
Fernco’s flexible couplings range plays a significant role in AMP8’s aims and objectives. These couplings provide a durable, watertight, and adaptable solution for connecting and repairing pipelines, helping to maintain the integrity of ageing infrastructure. With AMP8’s focus on reducing leakage and tripling the replacement rate of water mains, flexible couplings offer a reliable method for ensuring secure pipe connections in both new installations and rehabilitation projects. Their versatility and ease of installation contribute to more efficient maintenance and repair work, supporting the overall goal of improving service reliability and reducing water loss.
One of the most critical areas of investment in AMP8 is mitigating the impact of storm overflows and improving flood protection. Fernco’s Flood Protection Range is uniquely positioned to support these efforts with an extensive selection of products designed to prevent flooding and protect infrastructure. The company’s range of Flap Valves and Penstocks are particularly vital in controlling stormwater and managing excess flow, preventing backflow and reducing the risk of sewer flooding in homes and commercial properties. These solutions provide a reliable and efficient means of protecting drainage systems from overwhelming storm surges, aligning perfectly with AMP8’s commitment to reducing flooding impacts.
In addition to flood protection, Fernco’s range of lateral connection saddles plays a crucial role in stormwater, rainwater, and sewer management. As AMP8 drives infrastructure upgrades and the replacement of ageing pipelines, these high-quality saddles provide a secure, watertight method of connecting lateral (or branch) pipes into main drain pipelines, ensuring efficient water flow and system integrity.
By delivering high-performance products that directly contribute to AMP8’s goals, Fernco continues to establish itself as a trusted partner in the water sector. The company’s ability to adapt, innovate, and expand its product range over the years has reinforced its reputation as a key supplier in the industry. As the UK takes on this ambitious five-year plan to enhance water infrastructure, Fernco’s dedication to quality, service, and innovation ensures it remains at the forefront of the industry’s transformation.
With a deep-rooted commitment to environmental sustainability, infrastructure resilience, and supply chain excellence, Fernco is ready to support AMP8’s objectives, helping to create a more sustainable and reliable water network for the future.
Fernco Limited is a specialist manufacturer and distributor serving the civils & drainage, plumbing, and flood protection sectors. With decades of expertise, Fernco plays a vital role in supporting AMP8’s mission by providing innovative, high-performance solutions that address the industry’s challenges while ensuring long-term sustainability.
A key aspect of Fernco’s legacy is its flexible couplings, a product that laid the foundation for its expansion into a diverse range of industry-leading solutions. Known for supplying high-quality products, the company is dedicated to adding value at every level of the supply chain, from builders’ merchants to the end users of its products.
