GF Piping Systems is a global provider of flow solutions, specializing in piping systems for the safe and reliable transport of liquids and gases across various industries. A division of the Swiss industrial corporation Georg Fischer AG (GF), founded in 1802, the company has over two centuries of industrial expertise. Headquartered in Schaffhausen, Switzerland, GF Piping Systems maintains a global footprint with sales operations in 33 countries and 40 production sites across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. The company offers a product portfolio of over 60,000 items, including pipes, fittings, valves, automation systems, and sensors, serving sectors such as water treatment, building technology, chemical processing, and marine applications.
Battery Technology
GF Piping Systems has positioned itself as a supplier of flow solutions for the growing battery manufacturing sector. The company’s offerings support the battery value chain by providing corrosion-resistant and lightweight piping systems designed for efficiency and sustainability. Their technology is applied in processes such as the transport of water, gases, and chemicals used in lithium extraction, battery material preparation, and assembly operations.
The systems are optimized for managing material flow, temperature, pressure control, and flow rates, which are essential for efficient and safe battery production. The company emphasizes environmental commitment through closed-loop systems for recycling fluids and gases, and energy-efficient cooling and water treatment solutions. They also employ materials free from copper, zinc, and nickel to reduce contamination risks in sensitive manufacturing environments, including cleanrooms and open-cell areas critical for battery production.
Recent Projects
In recent activity, GF Piping Systems has received several recognitions including the Intel’s 2025 EPIC Supplier Award for its contributions to the semiconductor industry. They were also granted the German Innovation Award 2024 and the Red Dot Design Award in 2025 for specific product innovations. Additionally, GF Piping Systems reinforced its business with Fincantieri Shipyards, a relationship that involves providing flow solutions for 18 shipyards worldwide.
Investors
GF Piping Systems is a division of Georg Fischer AG, a public company listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange. Major shareholders in Georg Fischer AG as of 2024 include the Paasikivi Family, Zürcher Kantonalbank (Investment Management), Credit Suisse Asset Management (Schweiz) AG, UBS Asset Management Switzerland AG, and Impax Asset Management Ltd., each holding over 2.99% ownership. Governance is overseen by an international Board of Directors.
Business Details
Location: Schaffhausen, Switzerland
Website: https://www.gfms.com/en-us.html
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/11805014
