CHARLOTTE, NC – August 1, 2011 – Charlotte Pipe’s TrueFit^® family has gotten even bigger with the launch of its fabricated large-diameter fitting line. The new PVC DWV solvent weld fittings range from 8-inches to 16-inches in size.

By using experienced fabricators and the latest technology, these fabricated fittings are manufactured to the highest quality which is evident by their attractive appearance. This means that customers now can receive the quality they have come to expect from Charlotte Pipe’s TrueFit system of pipe and fittings in sizes from 1 1⁄2-inches through 16- inches.

Other benefits of Charlotte Pipe’s fabricated large-diameter fittings include:

• As the leading manufacturer of both PVC-DWV pipe and fittings, Charlotte Pipe is in the best position to make adjustments to its formulation and inventory levels, giving customers confidence that the products will be top quality and readily available.
• Charlotte Pipe now offers a complete line of PVC-DWV pipe and fittings through 16 inches, so customers no longer need to split orders between manufacturers. This helps streamline purchasing and provides one point of contact for accountability.
• The fittings are part of the TrueFit system, where pipe and fittings are manufactured to the middle of the spec range, ensuring a snug, reliable fit.
• As the leading manufacturer of both PVC-DWV pipe and fittings, Charlotte Pipe is in the best position to make adjustments to its formulation and inventory levels, giving customers confidence that the products will be top quality and readily available.
• Charlotte Pipe now offers a complete line of PVC-DWV pipe and fittings through 16 inches, so customers no longer need to split orders between manufacturers. This helps streamline purchasing and provides one point of contact for accountability.
• The fittings are part of the TrueFit system, where pipe and fittings are manufactured to the middle of the spec range, ensuring a snug, reliable fit.

The complete line of 170 fittings will be released in five phases, starting today through December 15th. Customers can contact their local Charlotte Pipe Sales Representative or visit the website for availability and additional information.

Charlotte Pipe and Foundry Company is the only manufacturer that offers a system of ABS, PVC, CPVC, cast iron, FlowGuard Gold^®, ChemDrain^®, ReUze^® and RePVC^® pipe and fittings for residential and commercial plumbing systems. As the nation's leading maker of cast iron and plastic pipe and fittings, Charlotte Pipe offers the industry's broadest product offering of standard and specialty DWV products.

Charlotte Pipe is headquartered in Charlotte, NC, and has seven plant locations across the United States. Combining modern technology with a century of craftsmanship and experience, Charlotte Pipe and Foundry has a proud legacy of commitment to the industry and its customers. The company is guided by the philosophy of its founder - produce the best product possible and provide the best service for the customer.

Visit our website at charlottepipe.com or call (800) 438-6091 for more information.