Vortex subsidiary expands trenchless CIPP portfolio with BKP Berolina acquisition
(UI) - United Felts, a subsidiary of Vortex Companies, has acquired Germany-based BKP Berolina Polyester GmbH & Co. KG, expanding its global manufacturing platform for cured-in-place pipe (CIPP) and UV liner technologies.
BKP, headquartered in Velten, Germany, is known for its Berolina-Liner System and advanced composite and UV-cured CIPP solutions used in trenchless infrastructure rehabilitation. The company has established a strong presence in regulated markets with a focus on high-performance liner systems.
The acquisition combines United Felts’ established felt liner manufacturing capabilities with BKP’s expertise in composite and UV-cured liners, broadening the combined company’s product portfolio. The move also aligns with Vortex Companies’ ongoing investments in UV curing technologies and integrated trenchless solutions.
Company officials said the combined capabilities will enhance global service offerings and support continued innovation across a wider range of pipeline rehabilitation applications. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Related News
From Archive
- OSHA issues 16 citations following fatal sewer confined space incident
- 27 pipeline safety violations tied to deadly Pa. chocolate factory explosion
- Contractor gas line strike triggers home explosion in Missouri
- LA recovery reports call for $650 million power line burial, major utility upgrades in Pacific Palisades
- Comprehensive microtrenching FAQ: Key insights on the Vermeer MTR516 microtrencher
- T-Mobile to expand fiber broadband infrastructure footprint with $4.9 billion Metronet acquisition
- First tunnel boring machines complete testing for Hudson Tunnel Project
- NWPX grows water infrastructure portfolio with Colorado precast facility
- Cityside launches $100 million fiber build in Corona, Calif.
- FiberLight to build 1,400-mile West Texas dark fiber network in $350 million expansion
Comments