Wavin N.V. manufactures and supplies plastic pipe systems and solutions for above and below ground applications primarily in Europe. It offers a range of above ground plastic and metal-plastic pipe and fitting systems for hot and cold tap water, surface heating and cooling, soil and waste discharge, and electrical conduit applications in residential and commercial buildings. The company also provides below ground plastic pipe and fitting systems for foul water discharge, rain and storm water management, cable ducting, and water and gas distribution applications. Its customers include building and civil wholesalers, plumbing merchants, civil contractors, housing developers, large installers, utility companies, and municipalities. The company markets its products through its sales and distribution locations in Europe, as well as through a network of agents, licensees, and distributors in Asia, Africa, Latin America, the Middle East, and North America. The company was formerly known as Wavin Investments BV and changed its name to Wavin N.V in September 2006. Wavin N.V. was founded in 1955 and is headquartered in Zwolle, the Netherlands. As of May 7, 2012, Wavin N.V operates as a subsidiary of Orbia Advance Corporation, S.A.B. de C.V.