In a world where relocation has become the norm, Pentair has chosen closeness and trust.
More than a slogan, "Made in Europe for Europe" is a philosophy that guides every step of our work, from design to delivery. This choice of a European industrial base guarantees the quality, traceability and responsiveness that our partners expect on a daily basis.
Europe, at the heart of our expertise
At Pentair Pool Europe, local production is not an option, but a conviction.
Our two European centres of expertise embody this vision: Herentals (Belgium), the cradle of filtration, where the famous Triton and Cristal-Flo filters were born, and Pisa (Italy), the technological heartland where most of our motors and single-speed pumps, our VS2m and VSe variable-speed pumps, and our automation and water treatment systems (Maestro, IntelliPool, Speedeo and Soleo) are designed and manufactured.
These sites are supported by a network of European partners who share the same commitment to innovation and performance.
80% local procurement: a sensible choice
"80% of Pentair Europe's annual shopping basket comes from the continent," explains Martin de Jerphanion, Pentair EMEA Sourcing Manager.
A figure that reflects a simple reality: we find the quality, reliability and competitiveness we need in Europe. Resins, metals, glass fibres, electronic components... most of our materials come from carefully selected European suppliers.
This basis brings tangible benefits: incomparable responsiveness, faster decisions, controlled quality thanks to close partners and total traceability at every step. Above all, it guarantees resilience: during the pandemic, this local network enabled Pentair to maintain production where others were forced to stop.
Romentino: when logistics becomes an art form
Just a few kilometres from Milan, the Romentino logistics centre is much more than a warehouse: it's the beating heart of Pentair Pool Europe.
Under the management of Gianni Campi, this 10,000 m² site operates 24 hours a day, with 90 employees working in three shifts.
"I see our distribution centre as a one-stop shop," says Gianni Campi. "We receive, store and ship everything Pentair supplies for all applications."
The figures speak for themselves: 400 containers and 250 lorries received each year 200 daily shipments to 85 countries, an accuracy rate of 99.7% and more than 120 000 references managed via a latest-generation WMS system.
And because performance and sustainability go hand in hand, Romentino is self-sufficient in energy thanks to its solar panels, while all our hauliers drive Euro VI-certified trucks.
Direct benefits for pool professionals
For our partner pool builders and distributors, this European base means greater fluidity and reliability.
Lead times are short, exchanges simple and solutions fast. Our sales teams, based in Europe, share your language, your challenges and your priorities, offering a more human and responsive service.
All our products comply with the most demanding European standards, with full traceability from raw material to commissioning. The result: less environmental impact, less waiting and more confidence.
In fact, this is the direction we reaffirmed at our latest Pentair Pool European seminar in Romentino: putting the customer at the centre and offering them peace of mind.
This means simplifying the PIP programme, developing new marketing tools and providing an increasingly personalised service to help each professional succeed.
Choosing European excellence
In a globalised market, Pentair Pool Europe stands for a different model: one of closeness, transparency and sustainability.
Behind every Pentair delivery lies an exemplary process: European raw materials, processed in our centres of excellence, then shipped from a state-of-the-art logistics hub.
Because that's the true meaning of Made in Europe according to Pentair Pool: local resources, local know-how, at the service of your local customers.
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