Established in 1983 and represents the welded carbon steel tube and pipe manufacturers in South Africa.

The members account for 70% of the installed capacity for conveyance, mechanical and structural tubular products which are supplied to international specifications.

The objectives of the Association are:

  • Promote the use of welded carbon steel tube and pipe.
  • Represent common interests to Government, Quasi Government and other organisations
  • Promote import replacement, where feasible
  • Promote the export of welded carbon steel tube and pipe
  • Co-operation without collusion between the members