MANUFACTURING SOUTH AFRICA COMPANY PROFILE

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1 MANUFACTURING SOUTH AFRICA COMPANY PROFILE

2 Wirquin Manufaturing SA is part of the global Wirquin Group. A family business founded in 1977 by Daniel Le Coënt, WIRQUIN manufactures sanitaryware products and accessories for the bathroom, toilet and kitchen. The company has grown steadily over the years. In 2016 Wirquin achieved a turnover of more than 150 million Euros. This is generated by numerous talents driven by their corporate values: team spirit, respect, sharing and performance. Always at the forefront of innovation, the group designs up to 15 new products a year making life easier for the end user, helping installers to be more professional and improving stock rotation for the distributors. To achieve this, the Group invests 5% of its annual turnover into Research and Development. Today the Group has 11 subsidiaries worldwide, including 6 factories and supplying over 80 countries internationally. As the group has grown, Wirquin has strengthened its roots in France while developing its international subsidiaries. Wirquin started in South Africa as an importer in 1998 and the subsidiary was formed in In 2007 Wirquin opened a factory in Somerset East and since as more than doubled in size. WIRQUIN SOUTH AFRICA is dedicated to offering the best customer service and satisfaction to all - Manufacturers, Distributors, Merchants, Retailers, Showroom Operators, Hardwares, Developers, Plumbers and the DIY handyman. All Wirquin products are manufactured to the highest International Standards of product excellence within ISO9001, ISO18001, ISO14001 factories.

3 CONTENTS THE WIRQUIN POLICY Technology Quality Service TECHNOLOGY A powerful R & D team European know-how and localised production Advanced equipment QUALITY ISO certification Guarantees Standards Recognised excellence RESPONSIBILITY Environmental responsibility Water saving and sustainability Corporate responsibility WIRQUIN Russia Kosterovo WIRQUIN Ltd Warmsworth WIRQUIN Groupe Carquefou WIRQUIN Iberica Viseu WIRQUIN France Carquefou WIRQUIN Spain Manresa WIRQUIN Romania Bucarest WIRQUIN Asia Ningbo WIRQUIN China Zhongshan WIRQUIN Asia Hong-Kong WIRQUIN South Africa Somerset East SOUTH AFRICAN MANUFACTURER

4 POLICY FOR YOU, WE ARE COMMITTED TO 3 MAJOR AREAS: TECHNOLOGY At Wirquin all the strengths converge towards innovation. Every new product is designed to help professionals with the following objectives: Increase performance Save time Ease of installation Enhance your expertise QUALITY All our innovations not only meet all quality standards, but are also tested and monitored by a team of technicians in operation before market launch. All products in all factories, are manufactured to the highest international standards. Ensuring the consumer, any where in the world, always receives the same product at the same quality. Wirquin is committed to deliver 100% reliable products. SERVICE Close relationships with our customers, we make every effort to assist and satisfy your needs. Distributors and installers, we are committed to provide you with reactive and quality service for optimum efficiency. Technology Quality Service

5 TECHNOLOGY TECHNOLOGY: A POWERFUL R & D TEAM The WIRQUIN Group has developed iconic products that are at the root of its success. Pioneers in the field of sanitaryware products, some products today are known internationally i.e. Jollyflex, Magicflex and Quick-Clac. Our team of technicians continue to bring increasingly efficient solutions. EUROPEAN KNOW-HOW AND LOCALISED PRODUCTION Total control of the product, from design to marketing on the ground: CAD, injection moulding, blow moulding, compression thermoset moulding, assembly, packaging. ADVANCE EQUIPMENT Globally WIRQUIN has production equipment at the forefront of modern technology: injection presses, 10 + blow-moulders, 28 + compression moulders, 8 + extrusion machines, 5 toolrooms / mould shops.

6 MANUFACTURING THE 4 MANUFACTURING PROCESSES: The core of WIRQUIN s business is modifying plastic, which is done in 4 types of processes: INJECTION MOULDING Injection is used for the manufacture of items in very large quantities. The plastic is softened and then injected into a mould and cooled to take shape. BLOW MOULDING Blow molding is the process of inflating a hot, hollow, thermoplastic preform or moulding inside a closed mould so its shape conforms to that of the mould cavity. A wide variety of hollow parts, including plastic bottles, can be produced from many different plastics using this process. COMPRESSION MOULDING Compression moulding is a method of moulding in which the material, is first placed in an open, heated mould cavity. The mould is closed with a top force, pressure is applied to force the material into contact with all mould areas, while heat and pressure are maintained until the moulding material has cured. The process employs thermosetting resins. EXTRUSION Extrusion is a manufacturing process used to make pipes, hoses, drinking straws, curtain tracks, rods, and fibre. The granules melt into a liquid which is forced through a die, forming a long tube like shape. The shape of the die determines the shape of the tube.

7 INNOVATIONS EASY CLIC NANO 6.7 QUICK INSTALLATION WITHOUT DISASSEMBLING THE CISTERN PATENTED system 6.7 cm 2017 WINNER Best Plumbing Product LOCK+ MAGICFLEX JOLLYFLEX VENISIO SLIM

8 QUALITY QUALITY: ISO CERTIFICATION WIRQUIN group has been ISO certified for more than 16 years. As part of the WIRQUIN Groups ongoing commitment to quality and service, all group factories internationally are already or in the process of being ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO18001 certified. The objective of the ISO certifications is to increase customer satisfaction by enabling us to provide a high level of quality processes and products that correspond to their needs and requirements. GUARANTEES Products come with a 2-year, 5-year or 10-year guarantee. STANDARDS The product specifications are controlled by official bodies (such as AFNOR, WRAS, SANS, NF, EN etc.) ensuring the conformity of products internationally. The NF and SANS logo on the product certifies that it meets or exceeds the market requirements. RECOGNISED EXCELLENCE Wirquin has won numerous industry awards for its innovative products and customer service. CERTIFIED BY CSTB

9 RESPONSIBILITY RESPONSIBILITY & SUSTAINABILITY: ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY Wirquin strives to minimise the environmental impact of its activities. Ongoing reviews of our manufacturing and distribution methods ensure the reduction of our energy use and an increase in recycling. WATER SAVING AND SUSTAINABILITY At Wirquin we recognise the importance of saving water and work hard to ensure that, wherever possible, our products and new innovations are recognised and accredited by the leading bodies and associations in our industry. A large range of Wirquin products are approved by the Water Regulatory Advisory Scheme (WRAS) to meet the requirements of the Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, and the Scottish Byelaws to ensure they are water saving and of an appropriate quality and standard. A range of Wirquin products carry the Waterwise Mark for their water saving credentials. Certain water saving devices are on the Water Technology List (WTL) for their ability to not only help reduce water bills but businesses can claim against their water saving investment under the Enhanced Capital Allowance (ECA) Water Scheme. Look out for the WTL logo to recognise approved products. CORPRATE RESPONSIBILITY Wirquin supports numerous international, national and local charities. Wirquin employees worldwide are proud to be partnering with the World Toilet Organization to fight against the global sanitation crisis. Throughout each year they are raising awareness and funds to support sustainable sanitation projects such as clean and safe toilets in Cambodian floating villages.

10 COMPANY PROFILE Wirquin Manufacturing Hospital Street Somerset East - Eastern Cape - South Africa enquiries@wirquin.co.za - Tel: +27(0) /2018