LEESBURG, Va. — Polymer manufacturer REHAU and Reece-Hopper Sales LLC are partnering to support the mechanical and plumbing markets in Texas.

Beginning in September, Reece-Hopper will expand its product line by representing, in Texas, REHAU’s polymer-based products for mechanical and plumbing systems. The partnership between REHAU and Reece-Hopper integrates decades of industry expertise, strengthening each company’s services to benefit contractors, engineers and wholesalers, according to a press release from REHAU.

Reece-Hopper is a plumbing, HVAC, and hardware sales agency that was founded in 2018 with the strategic merger of Ron Henson Co. and RRR Industrial Sales.

REHAU will contribute to Reece-Hopper’s product line with polymer components built for long-term performance in mechanical and plumbing systems. The backbone of REHAU systems is RAUPEX cross-linked polyethylene (PEXa) pipe, first produced in 1968 and now used in heating, plumbing, and geothermal systems.

In 2017, REHAU further pioneered the REHAU EVERLOC+ compression-sleeve fitting system, providing plumbing contractors and installers with quick yet secure connections, REHAU said. Offering a range of products to meet the needs of contractors and installers, the REHAU F1960 cold-expansion fitting system is an additional option that supports safety, reliability, and cost savings, REHAU said.

Regardless of the REHAU fitting system chosen, RAUPEX pipe has a 25-year limited warranty.

“REHAU is thrilled to partner with Reece-Hopper to fortify our relationships with customers in Texas,” said Mark Hudoba, vice president of REHAU building solutions for the Americas region. “We look forward to growing the reach of our reliable products with the help of Reece-Hopper’s reputable industry knowledge and experience.”

“Reece-Hopper Sales is very excited to begin our relationship with REHAU,” said Jarrett Hopper, vice president of Reece-Hopper. “We’re also extremely optimistic about what we can accomplish in the Texas market together.”