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Aalberts integrated piping systems approaches 100 years of “Apollo”

A century of American-made valve and connection technology for mission-critical piping systems.

A representative from Aalberts in the company's factory holding the "Apollo."
Image courtesy of Aalberts.
March 5, 2026

Aalberts integrated piping systems (IPS) approaches 100 years of its “Apollo” Valves brand, a century 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 name across residential, commercial, industrial and utility markets, “Apollo” has evolved from a regional valve producer into a brand known for "performance, reliability, and long-term system integrity."

According to the company, “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 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.”

KEYWORDS: American manufacturing anniversary valves

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