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    • Reed Manufacturing

    Erie, PA 16502

    COMPANY OVERVIEW

    About Reed Manufacturing

    Operating worldwide, family-owned REED MANUFACTURING offers industry-leading tools for the water and wastewater industry. Operators can count on REED’s professional grade tools to get the job done.
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    Product Summary

    Offering water, wastewater, plumbing, industrial process piping, oil/gas, maintenance, hand tools, pipe cutters, joiners.

    Contact

    1425 W 8th Street
    Erie, PA 16502
    U.S.
    https://www.reedmfgco.com
    814-452-3691
    800-666-3691
    814-455-1697

    More Info on Reed Manufacturing

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    Reed Manufacturing is the pipe tool specialist for the water and wastewater industry. Started in 1896 and now celebrating 125+ years, the company is operated by fifth generation members of the Wright family. From the company’s beginning, REED Associates have invented tools that continually become industry standards, including the Quick Release Tubing Cutter, numerous tools for plastic pipe, vises, plus hinged and rotary cutters for large diameter pipe. Along with new tools, REED makes end-user driven improvements and refinements to existing tools.  REED’s main tool categories are:  Water Services Tools & Machines; Cutters & Cutter Wheels; Roll Groovers, Power Drives, Threaders & Dies; Vises; Plastic Pipe Tools; Large Diameter Pipe Tools; Wrenches; and General Pipe Working Tools.

    REED offers a full-line of quality water services tools for municipal and underground contractor professionals including direct tapping and drilling machines, along with the Pump Stick® water transfer pump, Feed Tap™ drilling machine, Bear Hug™ squeeze tool and Bevel Boss™ Pipe Beveler.  Pipe cutters, shut-off tools, valve keys, valve exercisers, test pumps, specialty wrenches, flare tools, and numerous tools for plastic pipe round out the line. REED provides piping solutions for the professional trades.

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    Still housed in the historic building at 1425 West 8th Street, REED remains an Erie landmark.
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    REED celebrates 125th anniversary

    March 8, 2022
    Found in Erie, Penn., REED has been supplying its pipe tools and vises for over a century and a quarter.
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    Ratchet wrench

    May 17, 2021
    The REED L4N1XP Thru-Bolt™ ratchet wrench keeps the dirt out! The new “XP” model features sealed ratchets for best performance and extra protection for jobsite conditions.

    Articles & News

    Reed Manufacturing offers waterworks tools for numerous applications, including cutters and bevelers for PVC, CPVC and PE pipe that will create safe, square cuts.
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    Reed Manufacturing knows water

    May 15, 2023
    Reed has the waterworks tools that utility companies, municipalities and wastewater plants need in order to maintain efficient operations.Reed’s collection of tools includes tapping...
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    Reed’s full line of water services tools include service line, direct tapping, and drilling machines, plus the Feed Tap™ for work on plastic service lines.
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    Next-Level Waterworks Tools

    Sept. 7, 2022
    Reed manufacturing provides pipe tools, vises, cutters, cutter wheels and more for the water and wastewater industry.
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    Reed has remained a landmark for Erie, Pa., in its historic building at 1425 West 8th Street.
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    Reed Manufacturing Celebrates 125 Years

    May 5, 2022
    Reed has been supplying its pipe tools and vises for over a century and a quarter, and plans to continue improving its offerings.
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    Pipe Tools for Infrastructure Repair

    Sept. 17, 2021
    REED pipe tools, designed for the professional trades, play a significant role in infrastructure work.
    The REED Pump Stick® is capable of lifting water up to 12 feet above the bottom of the pump for a variety of applications.
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    Water Removal Made Easy

    May 15, 2020
    The REED Pump Stick®
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    Cordless power pipe beveler

    May 22, 2017
    Portable and great for field work, Reed's adjustable beveler with cordless power deburrs and bevels plastic pipe.

    Videos & Resources

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    Pipes, Fittings & Related Products

    Technology Brief: Squeeze Tool for PE

    March 15, 2022
    Bear Hug™ from Reed is a modular squeeze tool system for PE using hydraulic cylinders for an industry-leading 83,400 pounds (371,000 N) of squeeze force.
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    Plastic Pipe Joiner Tools

    Jan. 12, 2022
    Reed Manufacturing’s Plastic Pipe Joiner Tools can connect and separate 4” - 16” IPS and cast iron size gasketed pipe.
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    Technology Brief: The Right Tools for The Job

    Aug. 4, 2021
    With worker well-being in mind, Reed offers pipe tools that keep operators safe when working in a trench.
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    Bevel Boss™ on location

    June 14, 2021
    The Bevel Boss™ portable pipe beveler from Reed uses battery power to bevel plastic pipe quickly.
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    Universal Pipe Cutter Kit Unboxing

    April 20, 2021
    REED leads you through the box and the set-up of the company's Universal Pipe Cutters (UPC), including blade installation.
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    Technology Brief: Pipe Tools & Vises

    April 9, 2021
    Reed Manufacturing celebrates 125 years in business with new innovations to its range of pipe cutters, vises, and tools.
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    REED's Pump Stick on location

    Dec. 17, 2020
    Pleasantville Water Works changes out a water meter pit using the REED Pump Stick.
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    Cordless Power Drive for Water Works

    Nov. 30, 2020
    The lightweight yet powerful CPDWW cordless power drive from REED adapts to drilling and tapping machines or attaches to exercise valves. At around 15 pounds, the power drive ...
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    Technology Brief: Pipe Tools

    July 6, 2020
    In this WaterWorld Technology Brief, we discuss pipe tools for the water industry. REED Manufacturing's Shannon Lessner discusses the company's latest innovations, including upgrades...
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    Cordless Power Pipe Beveler

    June 23, 2020
    Quickly and consistently bevel when doing multiple cuts.

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    June 27, 2019
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    Valve Operator

    May 7, 2019
    Power Valve Operators from REED offer an alternative to hand turning. Operators can isolate a leak by shutting multiple valves easily with this tool that features a utility clutch...
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    Hinged Cutter

    Jan. 29, 2019
    Reed Manufacturing's hinged cutters need only 4” (102 mm) of clearance around pipe. Featuring an efficient handle swing of only 90° to 110°, the hinge opens to place the cutter...
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    Rotary™ and Low Clearance Rotary™ Pipe Cutters

    Jan. 7, 2019
    The low profile design of the Rotary™ and Low Clearance Rotary™ Pipe Cutters, exclusively offered by REED Manufacturing, require only 5” (127 mm) clearance. Excellent for cold...
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    ACE18 Reed Manufacturing

    July 6, 2018
    Reed's Jeff Esmont talks about the company's new products at ACE18, including the cordless power pipe beveler and a new clutch for Reed Valve Operators.
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    Plastic pipe fitting reamers

    Feb. 21, 2018
    Clean Ream Plus™ plastic pipe fitting reamers are inserted into a drill to clean out the old or broken pipe and leftover solvent cement from a fitting so the fitting can be reused...
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    Cordless power pipe beveler

    July 17, 2017
    REED's cordless power pipe beveler deburrs and bevels plastic pipe quickly. An adjustable CPB beveler creates 15° external bevel, up to 5/8” long, ideal for large diameter plastic...
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    ACE17 REED Manufacturing

    July 7, 2017
    At ACE17, REED's Tom Fess discusses the company's history providing tools for maintenance and installation in the water industry. The company's cordless pipe beveller allows the...
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    Valve & Curb Keys

    Jan. 30, 2017
    Reed's Valve & Curb keys are built for strength and durability. Reed’s key assemblies will support a maximum torque of 200 foot-pounds. Upper shafts are made from heavy-gauge,...