Press releases

May 9, 2012

House connection solutions with the supplemented VAG TERRA®lock System

The patented plug-type system VAG TERRA®lock for house connections has been available on the market for two years. The idea for a plug-type fitting has been developed into a multi-functional system over the past two years. The VAG TERRA®lock System provides a number of options for producing house connections quickly and simply in the case of new installations, renovations and in restricted spaces.

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May 7, 2012

Version 7 of the VAG UseCAD® planning software program available as of May 2012

A wide range of application options has made VAG UseCAD® to a universal planning program for a large number of different user groups for 12 years now. The software helps to find the right valve for the intended use, to determine suitable nominal diameters for specific flow rates and to plan cavitation-free systems.

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April 23, 2012

New pilot operated control valve from VAG

VAG is presenting its new VAG PICO® Pilot Operated Control Valve at the 2012 IFAT ENTSORGA in Munich from 7 to 11 May. The control valve serves to reliably regulate pressures and water levels in tanks. The valve offers maximum functional reliability and durability due to new components, for which patent applications have been filed, and new corrosion protection properties.

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April 18, 2012

Professional exchange in the"Forum Aqua" at the 2012 IFAT ENTSORGA in Munich

At this year's world leading trade fair for water, wastewater, sewage and raw materials management, in brief IFAT ENTSORGA, the VAG Group has provided a meeting place for experts in the water and wastewater sector in the Forum Aqua. From 7 to 11 May, VAG will be represented on Stand 143/242 in Hall A4, with this year's theme being the ancient Romans.

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November 23, 2011

VAG Armaturen GmbH achieves ISO 14001:2004 accreditation

On September 14, 2011, VAG-Armaturen GmbH was awarded ISO 14001:2004 accreditation by TÜV SÜD. This certifies the introduction and implementation of an environmental management system (EMS).

With the implementation of an environmental management system, VAG is setting a new benchmark for sustainable growth and corporate social responsibility. Among the company’s objectives are the reduction of waste and environmental pollution, environmental protection and the economical use of resources. Successful implementation of measures necessary to achieve these objectives is not simply a one-off or statistical issue. It requires constant adaptation and change as part of an on-going continuous improvement process. A certified environmental management system also plays an important part in reducing environmentally-relevant incidents and in improving legal protection.

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September 21, 2011

“Expedition VAG” – Customers and employees discover innovations at the Mannheim location

On Saturday, Expedition VAG, which took place on the site of the Mannheim valve manufacturer, came to an end. During three days, customers and employees were able to explore VAG’s innovations.

From 15 to 16 September, the international Valve Forum took place in the context of the expedition. Over 300 customers from all over the world exchanged views and information about the latest developments in the valve industry. Besides listening to expert talks on subjects from the water supply and waste-water industry, customers were able to visit the VAG Technology Park with new plants and manufacturing technologies as well as the extended VAG Visitor Center for the first time.

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July 25, 2011

Ad hoc announcement: VAG-Group gains new majority shareholder

Midcaps investor Halder, Frankfurt, has entered into a binding agreement for the sale of its majority stake in VAG-Armaturen GmbH Mannheim to Rexnord LLC, Wisconsin, USA. The transaction is subject to the customary approval process.

Halder acquired a controlling interest in VAG from investment company Equita in January 2008. In 2007 VAG generated revenues of €105 million and had 850 employees. On 30th June 2011 VAG generated revenues of approx. €140 million for the previous 12 months. The share of international business has risen from 56 to 65% in the past three years.

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