TOM500 PVC-O
Business Profile
Core Value Proposition
TOM500 PVC-O pipes from Sizabantu Piping Systems (Molecor South Africa) deliver high-pressure bulk water pipelines with exceptional impact and fatigue resistance, manufactured locally in Richards Bay as part of a joint venture with Molecor.
Target Customer
Civil engineers, procurement teams, city and municipal water utilities, bulk water project developers, infrastructure contractors, and distributors in Southern Africa and export markets.
Key Differentiator
Africa's only TOM500 oriented PVC-O manufacturing facility (in Richards Bay) via a Molecor South Africa joint venture; local production of advanced PVC-O pipes; ISO 9001 quality system; BBBEE Level 1; dedicated Export Division; significant regional investment and job creation.
Implementation Timeline
Not explicitly stated for customers; historical milestones include: 2014 joint venture with Molecor Canalizaciones to form Molecor South Africa; development of TOM500 PVC-O factory; expansion to include Sizabantu mPVC, Sizaflo UPVC, and Sizadrain; production of 710mm–1000mm PVC-O announced as a capability expansion.
Pain Points
- 1Need for durable, high-pressure piping for bulk water and reticulation networks
- 2Desire for locally manufactured, reliable PVC-O solutions to reduce import dependence
- 3Requirement for end-to-end support, project references, and compliance with regional standards (SANS/SABS)
Key Features
- 1TOM500 PVC-O (PVC-O oriented pipe) manufactured to SANS 16422
- 2MPVC (SANS 966-2) and UPVC (SANS 966-1) pipe offerings
- 3Drain/Sewer pipe (SANS 791) options
- 4Fittings and complete add-on offerings (ecoFITTOM fittings, etc.)
- 5Company provides professional advice and CPD-accredited presentations
- 6Factory located in Richards Bay with a history of regional projects and exports
Target Customer Industries
Decision Makers
- 1Head of Quality Assurance (Umgeni Water)
- 2Specialist Consultant
Client Results
- 1Over 2.3 million meters of TOM500 PVC-O pipes delivered since its introduction
- 2R300-million TOM500 Orientated PVC pipe factory built in Richards Bay with about 110 permanent jobs created
- 3ISO 9001 accredited factory
- 4BBBEE Level 1 certified
Competitive Advantages
- 1Local African manufacturing reduces lead times and import dependence
- 2Leading-edge PVC-O technology with high impact and fatigue resistance
- 3Proven track record across multiple major infrastructure projects in Southern Africa
- 4SANS-compliant products with long design life (50 years) and substantial safety factors
- 5Strong regional footprint and export capability
Key Benefits
Case Studies & Success Stories
Nandoni Dam Bulk Water Project (Phase 1)
Phase 1 involved 800mm TOM500 PVC-O pipes for bulk water application.
Beitbridge Upgrades (Zimbabwe)
Sizabantu Exports supplied TOM500 PVC-O as the pipe of choice for the Beitbridge upgrade project.
City of Tshwane / Pretoria (Gauteng)
Sizabantu Gauteng supplied record-breaking amounts of PVC-O piping; TOM500 PVC-O is the preferred option for the city.
Angola West Coast Irrigation Project
Project involved approximately 12,000 meters of piping; provided PVC piping (including TOM500) for irrigation; total PVC tonnes around 155.
Bulawayo Water & Sewer Replacement (Zimbabwe)
Project supplied approximately 15,000 meters of piping with total PVC tonnes about 135.
Brandvlei Bulk Water Project (Northern Cape / Western Cape region)
Bulk water installation featuring 36,000m x 200mm PN10 TOM500 OPVC and 15,000m x 200mm PN12 TOM500 OPVC.
Mthatha Dam Raw Water Project (Eastern Cape)
Project referenced supply of 6 lengths of 900mm steel pipe with 900mm valves (illustrates broader project engagement; not PVC).
Sibaya Precinct
Supply of 2,800m of 400mm SN8 structured-walled pipes for a development site.
Additional Product Information
Product Description
Oriented PVC-O piping manufactured to SANS 16422, engineered for high-pressure water conveyance with superior impact and fatigue resistance; produced in South Africa and used for bulk water, reticulation, and high-pressure pipelines. Includes related products such as MPVC, UPVC, and sewer/drain pipes, plus fittings.
Target Market
Municipalities, water utilities, and infrastructure developers in Southern Africa and select export markets (Madagascar, Mauritius, Seychelles, Angola, Zimbabwe, etc.).
Unique Value Proposition
Africa's only TOM500 PVC-O manufacturing facility in a Molecor SA joint venture, delivering locally produced, advanced PVC-O piping with extensive regional project experience, strong quality credentials (ISO 9001) and BBBEE Level 1 status.
Technical Requirements
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Pricing Model
Not specified in content
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