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.
The Fernco Anti-Flood Air Brick: The Latest Breakthrough in Flood Protection
Fernco, a leading manufacturer of flood protection solutions, has introduced the new Anti-Flood Air Brick to its product lineup. This groundbreaking replacement offers a dual solution for both flood defence and home ventilation, redefining standards for property protection in flood-prone areas.
The Fernco Anti-Flood Air Brick features an innovative self-seal floating valve that automatically closes the vent during a flood event. As the water rises, the valve is lifted, creating a watertight seal. When the water recedes, the valve reopens once the water has receded, restoring ventilation to the building.
Designed as a direct replacement for a standard clay or plastic air brick, the Anti-Flood Air Brick provides an innovative flood protection solution suitable for a wide range of applications.
Made from durable, recycled polypropylene and featuring an integrated insect mesh, the Air Brick is both sustainable and practical. Thoroughly tested and checked, it maintains essential air flow complying with BS 493:1995 and is a BSI Kitemark licensed product, ensuring top-tier reliability and effectiveness.
David Millward, UK Sales Director at Fernco, commented on the product’s impact:
“Flooding is a growing concern for homeowners and local authorities alike. The Fernco Anti-Flood Air Brick is a game-changing solution that not only helps to defend properties against rising water but also ensures proper ventilation year-round. Its self-activating design means property owners can rest assured, safe in the knowledge their homes and businesses have sufficient air brick protection without the need for constant monitoring or manual adjustments.”
“With the Fernco Flood Protection range, our mission is to provide solutions that are practical, accessible, and effective. This addition of the Anti-Flood Air Brick delivers on all fronts.”
As part of Fernco’s expanding Flood Protection range, the Anti-Flood Air Brick offers a proactive, user-friendly, and sustainable approach to safeguarding properties. Whether for new builds or retrofitting older properties, it provides peace of mind and long-term value.
Boost for flood protection funding – but property resilience still largely overlooked
Industry experts have welcomed the unlocking of additional flood protection funding – but warn it continues to neglect a key area.
The Environment Agency (EA) has announced £68m for flood schemes in the East of England, as part of a £2.65bn Government commitment to flood schemes over the next two years. However, of the £68m earmarked for the East of England, only £100,000 has so far been allocated to property flood resilience (PFR), benefiting fewer than 60 homes.
Unlike large-scale flood defences, PFR covers a broad range of simple, cost-effective measures deployed to protect individual homes and businesses from flood damage. These products—such as non-return valves, backwater valves, anti-flood air bricks and covers, and flood bags—can reduce post-flood repair costs by up to 70% compared to a home without PFR installed, as reported by the EA.
But while many homeowners and businesses can invest in PFR solutions, vulnerable residents often cannot.
“It is encouraging to see the Government taking flood defence seriously,” says Lee Pashley, managing director of Fernco, a leading manufacturer of flood protection solutions and domestic PFR products. “However, there’s still much more that can and should be done to support property flood resilience in communities, particularly those that are vulnerable in at-risk areas.”
As it stands, many homeowners typically overlook PFR, viewing it as an optional measure rather than a critical investment. But Lee is hoping that the Government—and builders merchants—take steps to highlight its importance and ultimately safeguard homes and businesses from the worst effects of flood damage. He adds: “One in four properties will be at risk from flooding by 2050, so PFR is more vital than ever. Government funding plays an important role in this, but homeowners still have a responsibility to implement protective measures, and that’s where builders merchants come in. They’re ideally placed to ensure the widespread accessibility of these cost-effective, and in some cases, life-saving solutions, and therefore play a pivotal raise in raising awareness of them.”
PFR measures can be the difference between residents being able to remain in the home after a flood or having to move out for many months while extensive repairs take place. Additionally, 97% of residents with PFR installed report that it has made a significant reduction in both damage and stress.
“The funding is a step in the right direction but the current allocation to PFR still falls short,” warns Lee. “The only scheme confirmed so far in the East of England is set to benefit just a handful of homes, and given the increasing risk of flooding, we need far more support across the length and breadth of the country, both in terms of funding to make it widely accessible, and education in truly realising its crucial role.
“At Fernco, we will continue to highlight the importance of PFR and advocate for improved access to these solutions in all communities—because by having PFR products easily available in local merchants, it puts control in homeowners’ hands to be able to make immediate, cost-effective investments to protect their properties against flooding.”
