Arpico total water solutions awarded for excellence at Construction Expo 2012

Arpico premier total water solutions such as Arpico plastishells water tanks, Arpico PVC pipes and fittings, and Arpico Arpitech water pumps led to the award of the night at the Construction Expo 2012 exhibition held recently at the BMICH.

The award ceremony of the Construction Expo 2012 was held at Galadari Hotel with the participation of leading institutes and conglomerates that are a part of construction and related industries.

Central Bank Governor Ajith Nivard Cabraal graced the occasion as the Chief Guest of the event and Arpico won the most prestigious award of the night ‘The Best Stall of the Exhibition’.

The most attractive stall of the Construction Expo 2012 was designed with a variety of products manufactured by Arpico, namely water tanks, Arpitec water pumps, Arpico PVC pipes and fittings, Arpico mattresses, rigiform, CFL bulbs, ceiling fans, rubber and plastic products, and Arpico furniture.

Marketing Manager of Local Manufacturing and Distribution Sector Derrick Perera said: “We consider this as another jewel to our crown because we managed to out-perform some of the leading companies in the industry to get this award. It was noticed that most of the visitors who came to the exhibition visited our stall because of its innovative products and uniqueness. Arpico is a leading conglomerate that always believes in new inventions and offers value for money to its customers. Each and every product of Arpico offers quality at an affordable price and we exhibited some of the best products Sri Lankan consumers can buy, like the most energy efficient water pump in the market, a variety of Arpico hygienic water tanks, the CFL bulb range – again an innovative air purification CFL bulb range, the Arpico green gas unit which can be used to produce biogas and liquid compost, mattresses, and a furniture range. The prestigious award and the recorded number of visitors to the stall recertify the trust the Arpico brand has received from the customers throughout its 80 year history.”

Twenty years ago Arpico introduced the first-ever plastic water tank, awarded ISO 9001:2008 certification for its unique manufacturing process. Arpico triple layer tanks, Arpico sump tanks, Aqua tough tanks, Arpico septic tanks, Arpico garbage bins, and Arpico compost bins are some of the novel products manufactured using quality plastic raw materials sourced from international suppliers. Arpico is a leading provider to a complete water distribution solution with Arpico water tanks, Arpico PVC pipes and fittings, Arpitec water pumps, rubber and PVC hose.

Arpitec water pumps are available in 32 models built using lead free non-corrosive material, which will not add any substance to the water during the process and deliver pure water for domestic, industrial and agricultural sectors. Arpitec Door Step service is another innovation by Arpico to service the customer within the shortest period of time to ensure uninterrupted water supply.

Arpico foam mattresses being the market leader is the first mattress to receive ISO and SLS quality certification for its unique manufacturing process and product quality respectively. These mattresses are available in many types and sizes and are perceived as the most comfortable mattress by the consumers.

Arpico also introduced a furniture range at an exclusive chain store dedicated to furniture and furnisher. The latest stores are located in Colombo and other leading townships, bringing quality and convenience to homes and offices.

Richard Pieris and Company PLC embraces a rich heritage of over 80 years and is one of the largest and most successful diversified business conglomerates based in Sri Lanka. Being one of the oldest, it is also one of the largest employment providers with an employee base of over 30,000 in the private sector. The company is a pioneer in retail, plantation, tyre, and plastics, and also in insurance, stock brokering, and the construction industries.

Richard Pieris & Company Limited is an unrivalled Sri Lankan institution, loved and trusted by all. Spanning across the nation, it has been able to reach city dwellers and rural folks alike. Arpico, the primary brand name, has become an exclusive name recognised and respected, especially by being readily available around the island.