Viega
Supply Chain
The global leader
in plumbing, heating
and pipe joining systems
A heritage of better
ideas since 1899
Only the Viega Group offers a heritage of true innovation,
from our humble beginning in 1899 to our current status
as the global leader of plumbing, heating and pipe joining
systems. Viega system solutions have surpassed the test
of time for more than 115 years because our quality is
superior, our customer service is individual and our products
work together so installers can accomplish more. With
trustworthy, total system solutions for nearly any application,
Viega provides the products, the tools, the support and the
quality you need to complete the job right the first time.
1899
1900
1910
1920
Viega’s legacy begins
Viega founder FranzAnselm Viegener designs
brass beer tap.
1930
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1901
Focus on plumbing
Viega begins to
manufacture plumbing
fittings for Germany.
1935
Vision continues to grow
Viega adds more products
to increase opportunities
for plumbers.
1940
1950
1960
1950
Global strategy broadens
Viega expands to other
countries in this decade.
2009
Quality PEX for total solutions
Viega LLC produces 655 million
feet of PEX tubing in the United
States since 2006.
1970
A solution for everyone
Viega invests in development of
complete system solutions.
2010
Zero Lead solutions
Viega finishes first in the race
to offer a complete lead-free
system in North America.
1989
Revolutionizing the industry
Viega teaches the world a new
way to install plumbing and
piping systems.
2011
Resources to succeed
The Viega Group offers 23 million
square feet of production and
logistics facilities worldwide.
1999
Celebrating 100 years
The Viega Group introduces
complete system concepts in
North America.
2012
One source, many materials
Viega manufactures the first carbon
steel press fitting for use in gas
applications, Viega MegaPress.
2008
Outstanding solution provider
Viega’s North American company
wins the ASPE Industry Award for the
advancement of plumbing technology.
2013
Building the future with training
Viega Educational Facility hosts nearly
15,000 guests since opening.
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2010
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Outstanding service
and support
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Service you can count on
Service is a way of life for every Viega employee,
from our factory-employed sales team members
to the dedicated customer service representatives
waiting to answer the phones. Every Viega employee
is empowered to provide total customer support.
On time, every time
Viega delivers products faster than other
manufacturers. With four state-of-the-art,
strategically located distribution centers, the
Viega Supply Chain ships an order within 48 hours
of receiving it. You can trust that Viega will always
have what you need when you need it.
Resources of a global leader
Viega’s network of North American distribution
facilities totals more than one million square feet.
With efficient tracking, integrated warehouse
management systems and intelligent automation
systems, the Viega Supply Chain is your trustworthy
source for on-time, error-free shipping.
You can expect the best from Viega because
that’s what we deliver.
“There is no other
manufacturer with a
better service level.
They help us live up to
our commitments to
provide complete and
timely order fulfillment
to our customers.”
Todd Scales, Branch Manager, Industrial Division
Morrison Supply, San Antonio, TX
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Quality is more than
a mission statement
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Quality assurance
Viega is committed to providing our customers the highest-quality products and support that not only meets but
surpasses industry expectations. One way we maintain this commitment is by employing an in-house Quality
Assurance Team. This group of individuals and their high-tech equipment allows Viega to maintain the consistency
our customers have grown to trust.
Warehouse management
Every Viega Distribution Center uses a state-of-the-art Warehouse Management System. With embedded bar
coding and weight checks in place, we can pick, pack and ship with worldwide accuracy.
Intelligent automation
Once an order is received, it is transferred to an automatic storage and retrieval device. This robotic automation
is unique to Viega and allows us to maintain real-time communication with our customers.
We know time is money. Because of this, we tailor our Viega Supply Chain processes to your needs.
“Viega has an excellent stock. They have
product to us when we need it. Keeping us
supplied is very important in this industry.
When mining companies need product,
they need it immediately.”
Michael Mishler, Outside Sales,
Piping Alloys, Inc., Phoenix, AZ
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Viega delivers excellence
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Excellence through technology
The Viega Supply Chain concept stands for high quality and zero errors. That is why our distribution centers use
modern, up-to-date software systems to coordinate and monitor the flow of incoming and outgoing materials.
We want to ensure your order is available and delivered to the correct location. Viega has developed a three-stage
control system in the logistics process to check every order in detail, for on-time delivery with no errors.
1. Picking
2. Packing
3. Shipping
Thanks to wireless technology the
The delivery of all shipments is
Every pallet is labeled with a unique
picker knows where the product
optimized where every package
barcode that stores shipping unit
is located.
is scanned, weighed and labeled
information. After the pallet weight
to identify the contents.
is identified, the order is ready
for shipment.
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Your partner for the future
Electronic business is our strength. The Viega Supply Chain concept depends on technology to provide excellent
service and value to our customers. We have been utilizing e-Business solutions more than 20 years and they have
proven to be valuable tools for improving our business processes.
We want to help your business succeed. EDI and VMI are essential tools we offer to help you develop efficient
processes, improve your operations and be prepared for the future.
EDI (Electronic Data Interchange)
As business continues to evolve, more and more companies are utilizing EDI to communicate with their business
partners. Compared to paper-based order processing, computer-to-computer exchange is much more efficient and
reduces the chance of human error.
EDI allows for fast secure communication and makes order and delivery information quickly available within your
system. It gives your company a competitive edge to master the challenges of the future.
VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory)
VMI is a streamlined approach to inventory management and order fulfillment. Vendor Managed Inventory involves
collaboration between suppliers and their customers to change the traditional ordering processes. By allowing Viega
to manage your inventory levels, your employees are free to concentrate on growing your business.
The VMI system increases speed and accuracy of your inventory management, so you never run out of the products
you sell the most. Viega can customize a VMI package specifically for you.
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The term Viega does not apply to a specific company within the
various separate and distinct companies comprising the Viega
group of companies. The term Viega as used in this publication
refers to the Viega brand itself or generally to the Viega group of
companies. References to activities in North America specifically
refer to activities of Viega LLC.
©2014, Viega® is a registered trademark of Viega GmbH & Co. KG.
Viega LLC
301 N. Main, 9th Floor
Wichita, KS 67202
Phone: 1-800-976-9819
[email protected]
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