Skipper Pipes and Lubrizol seal game-changing alliance to elevate India’s plumbing safety standards

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU

KOLKATA,, NOVEMBER 17, 2025

In a landmark development for India’s plumbing and water management ecosystem, Skipper Limited, one of the country’s fastest-growing piping solution manufacturers, has forged a strategic partnership with Lubrizol, the global inventor and pioneer of CPVC (Chlorinated Polyvinyl Chloride) technology. This collaboration ushers in a new era of plumbing safety, purity and performance as Skipper’s CPVC pipes will now be powered by Lubrizol’s world-renowned Temprite Technology (TEMPRITE is a trademark of Lubrizol Advanced Materials, Inc), celebrated internationally for unmatched strength, reliability and safety.

With this alliance, Skipper is set to deliver next-generation piping systems engineered for superior heat and pressure endurance, built-in microbial and corrosion protection and 100 percent lead-free water circulation—ensuring every drop of water remains pure, clean and contamination-free. The partnership reflects both companies’ shared philosophy of uncompromising quality and their commitment to raising India’s plumbing infrastructure to global benchmarks in safety, hygiene and long-term performance.

Siddharth Bansal, Director, Skipper Pipes, said, “Partnering with Lubrizol reflects Skipper’s long-term commitment to world-class quality. Temprite® CPVC technology gives our consumers added assurance of safety and long life. At Skipper, we believe every home deserves water that is pure, clean and delivered through the safest systems.” He further noted that the association significantly strengthens Skipper’s product portfolio and positions the company as one of India’s most trusted CPVC solution providers.

Lubrizol, with over six decades of leadership in CPVC innovation and millions of installations worldwide across residential, commercial and industrial applications, brings unparalleled global expertise to the partnership. By integrating Lubrizol’s iconic Temprite CPVC material, Skipper is blending international material science with Indian engineering excellence to deliver piping solutions that are safer, stronger and built to last.

Commenting on the collaboration, Abhishek Shirvastav, VP & Managing Director for Lubrizol IMEA, said, “Skipper’s dedication to quality and trust aligns closely with Lubrizol’s own values. Through our TEMPRITE® Technology, we are proud to support Skipper in bringing safe, durable, and future-ready CPVC solutions to the market. This partnership strengthens our shared vision of enabling better plumbing systems for India and contributing to the growth of the industry.”

Temprite CPVC technology stands out globally for its NSF-certified, world-grade safety standards, corrosion and microbial resistance, complete lead-free composition, and exceptional heat and pressure handling capabilities. Its sustainable, maintenance-free profile ensures longevity, helps reduce water loss and minimizes upkeep costs — making Skipper Pipes with Temprite Technology a future-ready solution for environmentally conscious households and infrastructure builders.

To commemorate this technological leap and reinforce its mission of building safer water systems and stronger homes, Skipper Pipes has launched a Digital Video Commercial (DVC) campaign featuring its brand ambassador, Mahendra Singh Dhoni. The campaign underscores the brand’s commitment to Indian families, celebrating a powerful message where the purity of water is complemented by the trust of advanced engineering.