By Megan O’Connor
The second day of the largest plumbing event in South Africa – the Plumbing Indaba – kicks off today under the theme ‘Compliance, Competence, Confidence’. Here is everything you can expect to see today.
The Plumbing Exhibition
Hosted by PTE, the exhibition will stretch over the two days of the Indaba, and is designed as a hands-on, working exhibition to be experienced by the people who do the work.
Exhibition details
Date: 23 July 2026
Time: 09:00–15:30
Venue: Marks Park Sports Club, 1 Judith Road, Emmarentia, Randburg
CPD Points: 4 CPD points to be earned – 2 for attending the PTE workshops hosted by IOPSA, and 2 for attending the exhibition
Visitor cost: Entrance to the exhibition is FREE, and the first 100 plumber visitors will receive a free boerewors roll and water.
Why you should visit the Exhibition
As a visitor, you are able to connect with manufacturers and suppliers in the industry, with the relaxed outdoor atmosphere making for comfortable discussions and engagement. Further, you are able to ‘SEE – FEEL – TOUCH’ the latest in technologies and products.
Seeing live product demonstrations, accessing new technology and getting exposure to industry information make up just some of the key benefits of visiting the Plumbing Indaba Exhibition. As part of the exhibition, informative workshops at no additional cost to visitors will be hosted by IOPSA. Click here to view the workshop programme for both days of the exhibition.
Just some of the products and expertise that you can expect to see exhibited over the two days include:
- Geyser valves
- Water tanks
- Solar water heating
- Electrical, gas and solar water heating
- Plumbing supply retailers
- Hydronic solutions
- Plastic pipes and fittings
- Industrial and craftsmen adhesives
- Plumbing, construction, pumps and pipeline testers
- Valves, pipes, fittings, flanges and gaskets for HVAC, plumbing and fire supplies
- Connect people to their industries through publications, exhibitions, online and directories
- Water heating systems and bulk water storage tanks
- Adhesives, paints and degreasers
- Taps, mixers, sanitaryware and plumbing ware
- Copper tubes
- High-pressure cleaners and pumps, safety showers, road markers and spray-painting machines
- Crimping tools
- Geysers
- Assistive bathroom railings
- Specialised surface drainage solutions
- MultiStandard Crimp systems, COES HDPE drainage and Clever filtration systems
- Water heating and heat pumps
- Valves
- Official bodies in the plumbing industry
- Tools and equipment
The Plumbing Olympics
Hosted by IOPSA, the Olympics will comprise a competition between different plumber–learner teams, with energy, teamwork, precision and pride being the key themes of the competition.
Olympics details
Date: 23 July 2026
Time: 09:00–12:30 (23 July 2026)
Venue: Marks Park Sports Club, 1 Judith Road, Emmarentia, Randburg
Visitor cost: Viewing and supporting the Plumbing Olympics is FREE
What are the Plumbing Olympics?
The Plumbing Olympics will bring plumbers into direct national competition through real-world, technical challenges, spread out over the two-day Indaba.
Inspired by WorldSkills but shaped by a distinctly South African character, the Olympics will be a competition between teams made up of plumbers and learners. The competition will assess the teams’ abilities through technical challenges and soft-skills assessments, showcasing the full depth of modern plumbing: competence, communication, compliance, problem solving and mentorship.
With varying awards to be won by the teams and differing criteria for the awards, spectators can expect to see:
- A live skills competition through real-world installations
- Technical and theoretical testing, with judges watching
- Exhilaration and action
- Skills, knowledge and technique being put to the test
Click here to view your Olympics participants.
The Plumbing Conference
Hosted by PIRB, the Conference will bring together industry stakeholders and role players to share knowledge, exchange ideas, network and discuss industry-specific topics.
Conference details
Date: 23 July 2026
Time: 08:30–16:00
Venue: Marks Park Sports Club, 1 Judith Road, Emmarentia, Randburg
CPD points: Earn CPD points for attending the CPD-accredited sessions
Visitor cost:
| Visitor cost | R650 |
| Student/Apprentice cost | R200 |
What is the Plumbing Conference?
The Conference will bring the industry together for great value. Spectators can expect:
- High-impact keynote sessions on industry transformation, regulation, sustainability and water security
- Panel discussions and technical breakouts featuring top experts and thought leaders
- Opportunities to raise questions, concerns and suggestions
- Empowerment through professional development and learning
- CPD-accredited sessions offering professional development and learning opportunities
Topics and speakers for the Conference include:
- Product and Installation Compliance – Herman Strauss
- Limescale and Plumbing Systems – Kurt Vermaak
- Industry Innovation and Water Solutions – Water Components SA
- Main Sponsor Address: Innovation, Energy Efficiency & the Future of Plumbing Solutions – Ariston
- AI and Technology in Plumbing – ServCraft
- Professionalism and Business Growth – Lorraine Mooi
- Panel Discussion: Modernising the Plumbing Industry
- Risk, OHS and Legal Responsibilities – Chris Coetzee, OHSS and Ria Furriel, King Price
- Final Panel Discussion: Raising the Standard of the Plumbing Industry
