News & Insights

The REED Feed Tap™ streamlines live tapping with a controlled, single-pass drilling and coupon-retention system designed for efficiency and reliability in the field. Built for versatility across multiple pipe materials, it gives crews the power and precision needed to perform fast, clean taps under pressure.

Chain wrenches and pipe wrenches are both used to turn pipe and fittings, but they excel in different situations. 

With PP‑RCT approved across many major codes and used in plumbing, hydronics, industrial systems, and more, proper tools are needed. REED pipe peelers and pipe cutters provide the reliable prep and precision on which installers can depend.

Maintaining PVC drainage and sprinkler lines on a golf course requires regular inspection, cleaning, and repair to ensure efficient water delivery and turf health. Tools from REED, such as Ratchet Shears for clean cuts, Pump Stick® for water removal, and deburring tools for prepping pipe ends, help streamline maintenance tasks and improve system longevity. Using the right tools and techniques ensures both types of pipe perform reliably throughout the season.

For professionals needing a reliable, compact solution for emergency valve turning and maintenance, REED’s CPDWW and valve key systems offer unmatched flexibility, reliability, and field-ready design.

Hydrostatic test pumps are essential tools for verifying the integrity and safety of water systems in both residential and commercial settings. These pumps are used to test water meters, plumbing lines, pressure vessels, solar systems, and sprinkler systems. In this article, we explore the different types of hydrostatic test pumps offered by REED, highlighting their unique features and ideal use cases.

Working together, The DDS Companies – an Artera Company, Reed Manufacturing and BuildWitt constructed an expansive series of tool safety videos. 

New Product: REED Adds 60 inch Aluminum Pipe Wrench

As the push to replace lead pipes on drinking water systems continues throughout the US, contractors are often turning to PEX as a replacement material. REED offers a line of tools for working with PEX for cutting and crimping work.

In conjunction with the Pump Stick® video released recently by 1-Tom-Plumber, Reed Manufacturing is offering an exclusive promo pack for 1-Tom-Plumber locations that purchase a Pump Stick®.