4. Company profile
John Deere Water, a unit of Deere & Company, is now one of the largest irrigation companies in the
world. With the 2008 acquisitions of Plastro Irrigation Systems and T-Systems, International and the
2006 acquisition of Roberts Irrigation Products, John Deere Water provides precision irrigation systems in
more than 100 countries.
John Deere Water is one of the world’s most valued providers in agricultural irrigation. Our products and
services enable the efficient and uniform application of water, optimizing the use of our precious water
resources while increasing the quantity and quality of crop yields.
Year of establishment: 1837
No. of employees: 52,000 (in John Deere)
Background of the company
Headquartered in San Marcos, California, John Deere Water has a global presence with 13
manufacturing locations in ten countries (Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Chile, Ecuador, France, Israel,
Spain, India and the United States). Additionally, John Deere Water has sales, marketing, and technical
staff supporting sales in more than 100 countries.
Part of John Deere - the biggest farming equipment provider globally.
Examples of projects
Sugar cane projects in West Africa and Brazil, Orchards in Brazil, processing tomato in China, pineapple
and banana project in Philippines, paper greenhouses in Holland, Roses greenhouses in Kenya, Ethiopia,
Ecuador, banana projects in Ecuador.
Technologies & products
John Deere Water manufactures high performance micro and drip irrigation products for agricultural,
nursery, landscape, greenhouse, and mining markets. The product offering includes drip tape, drip
lines, on-line emitters, micro sprinklers and jets, hose and tubing, and other irrigation technology.
Additionally, the company offers services such as hydraulic design, irrigation project management, soil
moisture monitoring and agronomic support which provide growers with the right solutions for their crop.
All backed by the strength of a company with over 40 years in agricultural irrigation, John Deere Water
provides the experience and knowledge to help growers efficiently use their water resources.
Category: Irrigation systems, irrigation turn key
projects, water solutions
www.johndeerewater.com
Objectives / Target companies
Water is a limited natural resource that affects the existence and quality of life for all species. The
demand on existing water supplies continues to increase due to many factors including population
growth, competitive demand from food, fiber, and fuel crops, and a disparity between the location of
water supplies and demand. This demand is not only for any water, but for clean, usable water.
As a global leader in agriculture, John Deere is uniquely positioned to help solve the world’s water issues
and increase agricultural productivity. It is John Deere Water’s vision to be a global leader in the water
industry, delivering innovative and efficient water management solutions, and partnering with our
customers to enable good stewardship of our water resources.
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5. Company profile
Metzerplas is a kibbutz-based industry of micro-irrigation products and various types of pipelines: SP pipe
for cold and hot water plumbing, PE pipes for water infrastructure and telecommunication. Metzerplas
unique drippers have been designed with the widest dripper inlet filter and an innovative PC (Pressure
Compensating) mechanism for precise irrigation with low-quality water and clog-resistance.
The application of the kibbutz first-hand agricultural experience having very scarce and low-quality water
resources, has led to the development of new state-of-the-art products. Each new Metzerplas irrigation
product is put to rigorous lab and field tests prior to marketing and export.
Year of establishment: 1970
No. of employees: 150
Background of the company
Metzerplas COOPERATIVE AGRICULTURAL ORGANIZATION Ltd., privately owned is located in Israel’s
central district, and is owned by Kibbutz Metzer (75%) and Gaon Agro Industries Ltd. (25%). Metzerplas
was established in 1970, and since has accumulated extensive expertise and know-how in development,
design, production, marketing and installation of agricultural and landscaping products and turnkey
irrigation projects.
Examples of projects
Irrigation systems for agriculture all over the world among the countries - Australia, Argentine, Kenya,
India, Russia, Ukraine, Chile, Ecuador, Ethiopia, Thailand, China, India, Peru, Italy.
Building of production lines for companies in China, Australia, India, Brazil, Turkey and others.
Technologies & products
Cylindrical and Flat, Compensated and Non-Compensated, inline and online Drippers - used mainly for
irrigation in agriculture, landscaping and gardening. Designing full irrigation systems for agriculture. SP
pipes - designed for plumbing and water at extreme temperatures and pressures.
Telecommunication and electric pipes
Building high speed production lines for both cylindrical and flat emitters
Experienced in both production and actual application of these products, we are attentive and sensitive
to the requirements and requests of local manufacturers of dripper lines and are able to supply the
technological solutions and backup needed to successfully compete in their markets.
Objectives / Target companies
Metzerplas objectives are to guide the irrigation agriculture market to all those places that need precise
drip irrigation by manufacturing edge quality products, design, and installing agriculture projects around the
world. Target companies are agriculture growers, irrigation importers and irrigation companies.
Category: Irrigation
Sub Category: Drip lines, Pipes, and Projects
www.metzerplas.com
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6. Category: Water supply and Irrigation systems,
Pipes, Industrial waste treatment, Renewable
energy, Desalination, Turn Key Projects
Sub Category: Consulting of Water & Agro
projects, Solar pump systems, Food Processing
www.naandanjain.com | www.jains.com
Company profile
NaanDanJain Irrigation Ltd, owned by Jain Irrigation Systems Ltd, India both a global irrigation and
Water supply company, provides technological leadership with the widest range of cost-effective and
customized solutions. With over 70 years of experience in more than 100 countries, NaanDanJain & Jain
offers top quality products that deliver higher productivity per unit of resources “ More crop for a drop”.
Our expertise contributes to higher crop yields, lower risks, and savings of precious resources. The 2007
merger of NaanDanJain and Jain has created an enriching with significant expansion of the products
portfolio, R&D activities, and worldwide sales and marketing network and created “The One Stop Shop “
for the Water and Agro Sector.
NaanDanJain is involved in major international agro-projects. Our engineers, agronomists and economists
will work closely with you from planning through to project establishment and support, to help you
optimize production and adapt to dynamic market demands.
Year of establishment: 1937
No. of employees: 600 ; Total Jain Group: 5000
Technologies & products
NaanDanJain & Jain extensive products range includes comprehensive Water & irrigation and technologies
for Open Field, Greenhouses and Nurseries, Residential and Landscape areas, and Industry. These
technologies include a wide range of integrated round regular and pressure-compensated dripline systems,
thin wall dripline and tapes micro- and mini-sprinklers for climate control and irrigation, diverse metal
and plastic agricultural sprinklers, as well as landscape applications incorporating gear and impact pop-up
sprinklers.
We are manufacturing all kind of plastic Pipes , PVC & P.E for Water supply , Irrigation , Desalination ,
Photo Volte cells and supplying Solar Pumps.
Objectives / Target companies
NaanDanjain & Jain are looking for:
Cooperation with public and private organizations in Water and Agro projects, including turn key projects.
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7. Category: Drip and Micro-irrigation Technologies,
Agri-Business Solutions, Greenhouse and Crop
Management Technologies and Bio Energy solutions
Contact: Mordi Schwartz | mordi.schwartz@netafim.com
www.netafim.com
Company profile
Netafim is the global leader in drip and micro irrigation solutions for a sustainable future. With 27
subsidiaries worldwide, Netafim agronomists and engineers deliver optimal solutions to growers in over 110
countries, with 13 manufacturing facilities around the globe and over 3,000 employees.
Founded over 45 years ago, Netafim pioneered the drip irrigation revolution that has created a paradigm
shift in low volume irrigation technology. Netafim is jointly owned by Permira (a privet equity fund), Kibbutz
Hatzerim and Kibbutz Magal. The company’s annual sales surpassed 800$ million in 2011.
Netafim is committed to providing a comprehensive service to its costumers around the world. By working
closely on-site with each customer, the company’s specialists carefully study all relevant factors and the full
requirements of the grower. Netafim offers a complete set of solutions customized to grower requirements
and crop needs, for diverse climates and terrains worldwide.
Shareholders: Permira Fund (61%), Kibbutz Hatzerim (33%) and Kibbutz Magal (6%).
Year of establishment: 1965
No. of employees: 3000
Netafim in Europe
Netafim with subsidiaries in Holland, Germany, France, Greece and Italy as well as distribution and new
production facilities in Spain, has been working intensively in Europe for more than 35 years.
Netafim has introduced the micro irrigation in more than 50 types of crops bringing water, energy and
fertilizers economization as well as yields and uniformity increase.
In all its European localizations Netafim is offering the same quality knowledge and state of the art
solutions through highly qualified and well trained personnel.
Technologies & product(s)
Agriculture: Worldwide leader in agro-technical practices, training and R&D. The company’s teams accompany
the costumer from the planning phase through crop management up to harvest.
Landscape Irrigation: Advanced water conservation practices and technologies for landscape irrigation.
Mining: Uniform coverage while minimizing clogging and ensuring optimal functionality throughout the entire
leaching cycle.
Greenhouse Technology: Broad agronomic support. Advanced climate-control and irrigation solutions,
monitoring sensors and turnkey solutions.
Projects & Engineering: From initial specifications through detailed design and up to system implementation.
Systems are designed according to specific local conditions, including crop, soil, climate and water resources
Continuous Education and Training: Netafim holds professional mini-courses, seminars, tours and workshops.
Top Quality is Our Top Priority: Commitment to quality is a core value and uncompromising standards are
applied to every facet of business, from refining development procedures through conducting exhaustive field
tests to optimizing production techniques.
Objectives / Target companies
As the world’s population continues to rise and the natural resources come under pressure, more
efficiency makes more sense than ever. At Netafim, we help our customers produce more yields and
better crops with fewer resources. We help the world grow more with less.
It is our purpose to leverage Netafim’s knowledge and position as global leader through Efficient,
Innovative and Sustainable Agro-irrigation solutions.
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8. Category: Municipal Water Distribution
Systems, Gas Conveyance Systems,
Industrial Fluids Transfer, Mining and
Wastewater Systems
www.plasson.com
Objectives / Target companies
Enable our customers to create trouble-free joints.
Target Applications: Mining, Gas and Water Insfrastructures.
Company profile
Plasson provides wide range of solutions for connecting PE pipe. Among the more than 5,500
components in Plasson’s catalogue are fittings and valves of various sizes, configurations, working
pressures, seal materials and chemical resistance.
Year of establishment: 1964
No. of employees: 1500 worldwide
Background of the company
Established almost 50 years ago by Kibbutz Ma’agan Michael, Plasson owns several marketing
and manufacturing subsidiaries around the globe and maintains strategic stock at those locations.
Innovative development, together with years of experience in the field, gives Plasson the ability to
provide fast and effective solutions to its customers. Plasson’s products may be found in over 80
countries around the world.
Technologies & products
General description:
Compression Fittings: PP fittings and valves for connecting PE pipe to PE, steel, copper, PVC, PP and
PB pipe. They are used for conveying water and other fluids in the municipal and rural sectors, mining,
industry, agriculture and used to protect communication lines from water. These fittings are designed
to withstand working pressures of up to 16 bars, and are manufactured in diameters 16 to 160 mm and
½ to 4 inches.
Electrofusion Fittings: PE fittings for connecting PE pipes by means of the electrical welding process
known as electrofusion. Applications include conveyance of water, gas and compressed air in mining,
infrastructure and industry. Plasson Electrofusion fittings are currently available in diameters 20 to 710
mm and ½ to 24 inches.
Function of the product(s):
Connecting PE Pipes.
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9. Company profile
Year of establishment: 2007
No. of employees: 4
Background of the company
Tal-Ya Water Technologies provides a solution which dramatically reduces agriculture’s water
consumption and other inputs such as fertilizer and labor. As a result, farmers will increase their profits
and at the same time alleviate water shortage.
Examples of projects
Israeli ministry of agriculture.
Mehadrin - Israeli largest agriculture products exporter.
KKL- the Israeli forestry Authority.
Seri-Lanka, China.
Field trails: UK, Greece, Germany, Puerto- rico, US, Municipalises, High-way Authorities.
Technologies & products
General description:
Tal-Ya has developed water saving solutions which optimize water use
across a range of applications: orchards, vineyards, vegetables and
forestry. Tal-Ya’s key product is a patented (US patent # 7,941,971 B2)
rigid polypropylene square that covers a plant’s root system on the soil
surface, directing water to the roots. Tal-Ya’s product maximizes water
use by directing dew and condensation to the plant roots and provides a
more efficient use of rain and irrigated water.
Function of the product(s):
••Dew is collected during the night on the expanded surface and drips
down to the plant’s root system.
••Condensation builds up beneath the product during the day, dripping
back down to the root system, instead of being lost to evaporation.
••Rainwater is harvested due to the expanded surface and increased
over tenfold.
••Irrigated water is directed directly to the plant’s root system,
regardless of whether or not the drip line has moved.
Category: Irrigation
Sub Category: Irrigation water saving
www.tal-ya.com
Objectives / Target companies
Distributors with good access to agriculture markets, forestry authorities, Municipalises & High-way
Authorities.
Joint venture with a worldwide leading player at irrigation and or agriculture supply chain products.
$2-4M Investment.
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10. Category: Proportioning MixRite water injectors
for Irrigation, Gardening, Industry & Livestock.
Fittings and accessories for the pneumatic and
automation Industries and Irrigation
www.tefenplastic.com
Company profile
Tefen owned by Kibbutz Nahsholim in Israel, Tefen Advanced Plastic Solutions has nearly 40 years
experience in producing advanced plastics products. These comprise two main groups: Fittings for the
pneumatic, automation and irrigation industries; and MixRite Proportioning Dosing Injectors for industrial,
agricultural and livestock applications. We also manufacture a range of products for horticulture.
Year of establishment: 1970
Number of employees: 75
Background of the company
••Founded - 1970
••Owned by Kibbutz Nahsholim (only 15 minutes from Israel’s largest port).
••75% of production output made for export, shipped to nearly 40 countries.
••Complete production process is made in Tefen’s Israel plant.
••Expertized in production of sophisticated plastic products for livestock, agriculture and industrial usages.
••Certified with ISO 9001:2000 & CE. Complies with all international standards.
••Tefen’s mission: Lead the in water-driven injectors & industrial fittings markets.
Examples of projects
••MixRite is water driven proportioning injector for injecting fertilizer into an irrigation system (fertigation)
at a consistent induction rate over varying water pressure and flow rates.
••MixRite precision-made dosing injectors operates on hydraulic pressure with minimal head loss pressure.
••MixRite is fully adjustable enables delivery of accurate dosage to suit most horticulture requirements.
••MixRite injector is mostly used for purposes such as:
1. Various irrigation projects
2. Domestic landscaping
3. Greenhouses
Technologies & products
••Operate without electricity using water pressure as the power source. Inject a proportional amount of
fertilizer or additive into the water line regardless of pressure variations
••Maximum dilution variance is less than 10%
••Extremely low pressure loss compared to other systems
- 2.5 / Series, maximum loss 2 bar
- TF5, 10 and 25 - maximum loss 0.82 bar
••10 to 25% more flow than competitive models
Objectives / Target companies
••Companies specializes in irrigation equipment for greenhouses
••Companies specializes in machinery and equipment for Livestock
••Companies specializes in food supplements for Livestock
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12. Company profile
AGM is a provider of communication & control solutions for SCADA/DCS systems.
With 30 years of experience and a diverse list of clients, we offer solutions in the areas of: Water /Waste-
water, Energy, Oil & Gas, Industrial Applications, Environmental sector, Power Sub-stations, Mining and
Irrigation. Israel-based AGM is a global innovator in Distributed Control Networking.
Year of establishment: 1996
No. of employees: 7
Background of the company
AGM established in 1996 by experienced people, 30 years in the fields of communication for distributed
control applications design and implementation, from concept to service.
Examples of projects
Environment Monitoring And Control systems, Water and Sewage control systems,
Oil refinery, Oil leak detection, Irrigation.
AGM has projects in Israel, Peru, Paraguay, France and the former USSR.
Technologies & products
••R-Win - Radio Wireless Internet Networking - new product line.
Compact, smart, wireless data communication manager over RF and cellular media, linking remote
sites to the control center and the Internet, implementing bridge-relay-S&F capabilities, featuring safer
wireless MESH networking.
••Responding to the global economic crisis, AGM developed expertise in upgrade projects for municipal
and private utility distributed control management systems. We emphasize a COTS (Commercial Off
the Shelf) approach and new wireless communication safety features.
••AGM is working with a GE subsidiary to improve the Oil Spill Detector integrated solution, it has
already installed throughout the world.
Objectives / Target companies
We are seeking business partners abroad and, are looking for Solution Providers & SCADA Integrators,
ready to add AGM knowledge to their solutions and projects.
Our previous international experience has shown us that distance is not an obstacle.
Category: Analyzers and control systems, Water
security, Water resources management
Sub Category: SCADA, DCS, WMS (Water
Management Systems), utilities, pipelines
www.agm.co.il
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13. Company profile
Year of establishment: Israel 1964, Australia October 2009
No. of employees: Israel 300, Australia 4
Background of the company
Baccara is a market leader in the manufacture and specialization of products for automation such as: air
valves, air cylinders and solenoid valves for use in industry, agriculture and irrigation.
Examples of projects
••Proportional solenoid valve for GENERAL ELCTRIC
••Special Manifold of HP
••Dust protected heavy duty mechanical valve for PARKER HANNIFIN
Technologies & products
General description:
In addition to our extensive range of quality solenoid valves we offer custom made solutions for clients’
special needs using vast experience accumulated in our skilled engineering department and our
manufacturing and logistical flexibility.
Function of the product(s):
High Pressure, Chemicals resistance, Zero pressure, Latch, Direct operated etc.
Objectives / Target companies
Consultants, Contractors.
Category: Control systems, Drinking Water,
Industrial waste
Sub Category: Solenoid valves
www.baccarageva.com
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14. Company profile Background of the company
Galcon is a world leader in the manufacturing of computerized controllers and systems for use in water
distribution networks, home gardens, agriculture, landscape and municipalities. Galcon has achieved
worldwide recognition for quality, user friendly, well-designed and environmentally-friendly, water-
saving products.
Galcon’s main divisions:
••Waterworks-Dynamic Pressure Management: Galcon’s Waterworks and Pressure Management
offering include products and systems that enable water utilities to more effectively control and
manage their water networks - helping reduce leakage and revenue loss.
••Residential Gardening: Wide range of DIY (Do it yourself) user-friendly, battery-operated controllers.
••Turf & Landscape: The G.S.I (Galcon Smart Irrigation) irrigation controller is a central control, wed
based system for irrigation
••and water budgeting for public landscapes..
••Agriculture: Our new, state-of-the-art irrigation systems and controllers series is designed for
agricultural use: open fields, greenhouses and climate control.
Year of establishment: 1983
No. of employees: 100
Examples of projects
Galcon’s solutions are distributed and installed in over 60 countries worldwide from home gardening to
large scale agriculture and water distribution applications.
Haifa,Israel: Dynamic Pressure Management - installed and operate a dynamic pressure management
solution for the water utility of the 3rd largest city in Israel resulting in over 30% leakage reduction.
Technologies & products
General description:
Galcon Dynamic Pressure Management (G-DPM): G-DPM is our intelligent and dynamic water
pressure management solution, that helps significantly reduce water and revenue loss from leakage.
With our system, utilities can more effectively control and manage their water networks, enhance their
decision making process and increase productivity.
Function of the product(s):
G-DPM dynamically controls and automatically optimizes the pressure policy according to relevant
parameters, ensuring lowest pressure is maintained while sustaining required service levels. G-DPM
offers a unique approach with a fully integrated solution combining best-of-breed Controller and a central
Web-based operational application that provides full control at all times. Sophisticated optimization and
history-based data analysis enable an on-going process of improvement.
Category: Analyzers and control systems
Sub Category: Water distribution, Drinking water
www.galconc.com
Objectives / Target companies
Water utilities, municipalities and any large organization looking to effectively control and manage their
water networks.
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15. Company profile
Mottech Water Control Solutions Ltd. is the Master Global Distributor of Motorola for the IRRInet remote
control and management solutions.
Motorola is a world leading designer, manufacturer and supplier of computerized irrigation and water
distribution control systems. Since 1968 Motorola offers a dedicated water and irrigation control
system for landscape irrigation, indoor and outdoor green spaces, greenwalls, highway medians, water
distribution applications, storm water and agricultural schemes.
Computerizing a water and irrigation system may save valuable resources, including water, energy and
labor. The ability of centrally manage multiple sites and make on-line modifications to the process helps
in managing one of the most valuable resources: Time.
All products are designed for simple installation and remote service. Mottech ensures long term and
dependable operation while meeting Motorola’s exacting standards.
Mottech and Motorola constantly develop new products and integrated solutions based on a forward-
looking strategy coupled with backward compatibility with legacy products.
Year of establishment: 1988
No. of employees: 90
Examples of projects
••Calgary, Canada - Landscape application
••Melbourne, Australia - Landscape application
••Bradano Valley, Italy - Water distribution and agricultural application
••Athens Olympic Stadium Complex, Greece - Landscape application
••Lake Hills Golf Country Club, Korea - Water distribution application
••Drocasa, Peru - Agricultural application
••Lyon, France - Landscape application
Technologies & products
The IRRInet system is comprised of two main components:
••IRRInet family of products
••ICC and IMS management software tools
In-field wireless and wireline control units communicate with the central PC/Server and workstations.
The IRRInet offers significant advantages by providing features that demanding customers are looking for:
••Cost effectiveness and value-for-money
••Fast Return on Investment
••Reliable wireless and wire-line communication
••Modular and flexible system
••Simplicity in installation, operation and maintenance
••Top-notch performance
The IRRInet system creates an end-to-end control solution, providing easy-to-use and best value for
money remote control and monitoring tool.
Objectives / Target companies
••Water/irrigation design & engineering companies
••System integrators and contractors for water applications
••Decision makers in municipalities, water companies, irrigation service companies, agricultural firms
••Water-related organizations seeking long-lasting, reliable and cost effective centralized water
control solutions
Category: Water and Irrigation Remote
Control and Monitoring, Water Resources
Management, Telemetry
www.mottech.com
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16. Company profile
Remmon Remote Monitoring provides professional solutions within GSM cellular networks. Using GSM/
GPRS technology Remmon Remote Terminal Units (RTU) offer the ability to control, operate, update
and log crucial data. We offer remote data log devices, M2M solutions and specialize in remote control
and management. The company established in 2001 targets the weather and environment research and
data logging, energy control and maintenance, energy efficient and remote meter reading as sectors for
project implementation.
Year of establishment: 2001
No. of employees: 25
Background of the company
Remmon installations span five continents and represent the company’s proven experience in telemetry
projects in the fields of government, municipalities, large organizations and private companies.
Remmon’s employees include professional and experienced engineers and programmers in the field of
cellular communications. The R&D team customizes solutions for unique customer requirements.
Examples of projects
••Homeland security- protection of municipal water pounds. Israel
••Irrigation control- Turkey, Argentina
••Pump station remote control- Chile
••Sewage remote control- UK
••Whether and environment station- Spain
••Remote flow meter reading- Australia
Technologies & products
Remote terminal units, remote data loggers, Web server and mail pulling solutions.
RTU unites for remote control and remote data logging using GPRS com combined with SMS alerts
for crucial information. All Remmon’s RTUs are combined with internal Digital/Analog I/Os and PLC
protocols(e.g. Modbus)
••R-lite- SMS alert unit for receiving real time information according to pre-set R-lite.
••R-log- Data mailer with gigantic data logger directly communicates with an SMTP server to send some
or all logged data to predefined Email boxes.
••R-pipe- Serial over IP using RPIPE to create a virtual channel between your PC and your remote unit.
••Web server- Remmon internet-based SCADA system comprises Master Terminal Unit (MTU), which is
a powerful SQL internet server, Multiple RTU devices and GPRS communication module.
Objectives / Target companies
To reach out to various construction, design and engineering companies, municipalities, agencies and
others searching for remote monitoring and data collection.
Category: Analyzers and control systems,
Renewable energy
Sub Category: Remote data logging, GSM/
GPRS remote monitoring, Telemetry
www.remmon.com
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18. Company profile
A.R.I Flow Control Accessories Ltd. is one of the leading companies specializing in protection solutions
for water systems; protection from pressure transients and entrapped air in pipelines. These are the main
causes for pipe burst, collapse and fracture and result in water losses due to leaks and contamination due
to release of pathogens.
Founded in 1970, A.R.I Flow Control Accessories Ltd. has developed a wide range of products and special
software for various applications in water supply (municipal and domestic), sewage, industry, agriculture
and landscaping.
A.R.I Flow Control Accessories Ltd. has an application engineering department which provides surge analysis
and protection solutions for water systems including energy saving solutions with the proper use of air valves.
A.R.I Flow Control Accessories Ltd. is constantly responding to the demands of an ever-changing market
through an on-going development of new products.
The company has established its reputation for advanced, high quality and durable products (mainly
air valves and check valves), as well as for dedicated technical support services. All valve models
manufactured by A.R.I Flow Control Accessories Ltd. are standard but can also be custom-engineered to
meet specific requirements.In the recent years, the company has entered the ongoing worldwide effort
for water saving management and developed the UFR (Unmeasured Flow Reducer) for more accurate
water measurement and reduction in non- revenue water losses.
A.R.I Flow Control Accessories Ltd. has established its high quality assurance standards in compliance
with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.
A.R.I Flow Control Accessories Ltd. products are made of various metals and non-ferrous materials, varying in
size from 1/2” (12mm) to 40” (1000mm) and in working pressures from 0.2 bar (3 psi) up to 100bar (1400 psi).
A.R.I Flow Control Accessories Ltd. products are manufactured in accordance with leading
international standards.
The valves are designed with a special emphasis on advanced and innovative design: top performance,
lightweight corrosion-resistant materials, minimum maintenance, durability and modern appearance.
Several patents have been registered worldwide.
Year of establishment: 1970
No. of employees: 160
Examples of projects
••Barvi Water Works, Jambhu - supplied air valves for a raw water project
••Mina -Anta CU + Zinc
••Milenium Sewage Project - France
••El Chaco - Surprta Project - Argentina
••Algorta Project - Chile
••Barrick Chcamo Alto - Peru
••St. Ives - Kalgoorie WA - Australia
••Collie Coal WA - Australia
••SingSpring Desalination Plant - Singapore
••Magataa SWRO Plant - Algeria
Technologies & products
Air Valves, Check Valves, Unmeassured Flow Reducer (UFR), Back Flow Preventer.
Objectives / Target companies
Consulting and engineering servicing companies for potable water, mining, industrial, desalination &
wastewater systems.
Category: Potable water, Wastewater,
Desalination, Water security, Mining, Industrial
Applications, Lift irrigation projects, Odor Control
Sub Category: Consulting and
Engineering services
www.arivalves.com
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19. Objectives / Target companies
We are looking for potential distributors for our methods and technology.
Company profile
AutoAgronom developed a technology that will revolutionize the agriculture as we know it today.
AutoAgronom’s current and future distributor network shall distribute our methods and technology to
the food and bio-fuel while providing them with a more sustainable and attractive production capability.
Our patented technology provides an end-to-end solution to the grower’s main challenges: the big gap
between the genetic potential and actual results of the crop, shortage of water and excessive use of
fertilizer (high expenses, aquifer contamination).
Our solution provide the optimal ratio between the amount of water, oxygen and nutrient levels to the
growth, while increasing water & fertilizer use efficiency (saving up to 50% of water & up to 70% fertilizer)
and optimizing the yield (increasing the yield by a minimum of 5%). Our solution may protect the plant’s
roots in extreme climate conditions.
We currently have over 30 successful installations worldwide providing exciting results with a high ROI to
the growers, who have become tremendous advocates to our methods, technology and protocols.
Year of establishment: 2008
No. of employees: 7
Background of the company
AutoAgronom was established in 2008, by 3 founders Nissim Daniely, Eitan Israeli and Shaya Redler
with vast experience in agricultural control systems of greenhouse climate, irrigation in open field and
fisheries. The system was developed in a course of 10 years of research done by previous company owned
by the founders. AutoAgronom has local distributors in multiple countries that provide both online and on
the field support.
Examples of projects
Growers and independent professional institutes reported astounding results in water and fertilizer
savings and crop yield enhancements:
Al Maria, Spain (Tomatoes)- Savings: Water (30%) & Fert. (60%), Yield: +81%; UK (strawberries)-
Savings: Water (40%) & Fert. (70%), Yield: +51%; Israel (Cucumbers)- Savings: Water (47%) & Fert.
(47%), Yield: +42%; Israel (Gerbera Breeder)- Savings: Water (70%) & Fert. (80%), Yield: +500%; Organic
Olives (Ica, Peru): Savings: Water (70%); Olives (Kibbutz Shamir, Israel)- Water (50%) & Fert. (50%).
Technologies & products
General description:
We are “Listening to the roots” to detect chemical and physical values in the root zone, utilizing low
volume capillary movement to automatically maintain an optimal ratio between the amount of water,
oxygen and nutrient levels. Implemented by our proprietary hardware and off-the-shelf sensors (EC,
pH, etc...), utilizing “fuzzy-logic” algorithms (machine learning) combined with remote monitoring and
reporting - we provide a complete Sustainable Optimized Agriculture (SOAG) solution.
Function of the product(s):
Roots serve as source of expertise, using a real-time “dialog” with growth roots we control and supply the
optimal level of dissolved oxygen availability to the roots (Patent submitted), real-time decision making–
system takes autonomous fertigation decisions (24x7) according to real growth needs using fuzzy-logic
technology, maintain a repeatable worldwide crop growth protocol database to improve crop yield,
preventing or managing crop stress and preventing salinity.
Category: Water Resources, Agriculture
Sub Category: Water efficiency, Irrigation,
Seeds and nurseries and Agro-Technology
www.autoagronom.com
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20. Objectives / Target companies
Municipalities, Distributors, Contractors, Consulting & Water Co’s
Company profile
BERMAD designs, develops, manufactures and markets state-of-the-art control valves, air release valves
and related products, along with comprehensive system solutions for a range of water & fluid management
needs for the Waterworks, Fire Protection, Irrigation and Landscape segments.
Year of establishment: 1965
No. of employees: 500 Worldwide
Background of the company
BERMAD knows the value of a single drop of water and how best to reap its full advantage. Today, BERMAD
serves global customers in a wide range of disciplines. Bringing together its expertise and know-how,
leading-edge technology and precision engineering, BERMAD provides customized solutions for the control
and management of water supply and water saving anywhere in the world.
Examples of projects
Among the many projects that BERMAD has implemented:
••Potable Water System, Jerusalem Municipality, Israel
••A 320 km water supply pipeline, Lago Musters, Argentina
••Potable Water Systems, in collaboration with water companies in London, Manchester, Birmingham U.K.
••Water Carrier for Irrigation, Jujuy, Argentina
••Controlling 10,000 private farmers pumping from the same aquifer by 927 Hydrometers, Aquifer 23 & 24, Spain
••Three Gorges Dam and Power Station, China
••Other 40 Power Station all over China
••101 Highest hi-rise Building in Asia and Hyatt Hotel, Shanghai, China
Technologies & products
General description:
BERMAD continues to develop, manufacture and market Automatic diaphragm actuated control valves
together with a wide range of water & fluid control management products that are marketed, sold and
serviced in nearly every country and every language. Some of these products include:
••700, 700ES, 700EN, 800 & 400 Series - Hydraulic, diaphragm actuated control valves for multi-purpose
applications. The Series ranges from 3/4” (20mm) to 36” (900mm) with working pressures up to 600 psi (40 bar).
••900 Series - Hydrometers combining control valve and water-meter for irrigation applications and municipal
water control systems.
••100 and 200 Series ranging from 3/4” (20mm) to 4” (150mm) - Solenoid operated, plastic valves for all kinds
of irrigation and water treatment applications.
••400E and 700E Series- Deluge valves for fire protection High Hazardous applications
Function of the product(s):
BERMAD products are suitable for most water and fluid supply applications, meeting control needs such as:
Pressure reducing and sustaining, Flow and level control, Pump, surge and burst control, Solenoid, electronic
and multi-step digital operation; main modes of operation include electric and hydraulic On/Off operation,
as well as hydraulic pre-set for modulation. Bermad Valves are producing to meet the highest and toughest
standards of the world today.
BERMAD specializes in Air flow Control (AV) that plays a very important role in controlling liquid flow in
pipelines.
Category: Water Resources Management, Control
Systems, Waste Water Treatment, Air Release
Sub Category: Control Valves, Air Valves, Control
Systems, Control Solutions
Contact: Aharon Benjamini | aharon@bermad.com
www.bermad.com
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21. Company profile
C-Valves was established in 1995 with the mission to develop a valve technology that will eliminate the
problems inherent in conventional control valve systems.
C-Valves’ products are based on proprietary and innovative valve technology.
With some of the best minds in hydraulic engineering, C-Valves continues to invest to bring to market
innovative valve solutions for bringing measurable benefits to our customers: Pressure management
solutions, water supply stability, reduced fluctuation, reduced water loss (NRW), pipe brake minimization
and reduced maintenance costs.
Year of establishment: 1995
Examples of projects
Continuously supplying customers worldwide with control valves solutions. For example:
Mekorot, Israel Scottish Water, UK Sutton & East Surrey, UK Sydney Water, Australia
Brisbane Water, Australia ENIA, Italy ISU, Turkey and many others.
Technologies & products
Pressure Reducing Valves, Pressure Sustaining Valves, Surge Anticipating Valves, On/Off Valves, Quick
Relief Valves, Flow Control Valves, Pump Valves, Electric & Hydraulic Float Valves, Altitude Valves,
Security valves and other control valve solutions.
General description of C-valves Technology:
Fusing unique piston actuated, Linear Flow, Linear Control (LFLC) valve technology, with field expertise in
the most demanding environments, C-Valves provides unparalleled water supply solutions.
Linear flow control enables: Accurate and stable control from zero to very high flow rates Very low
pressure drop Low noise Negligible cavitation “Soft closure” built into the valves eliminates water
hammer.
The valves are manufactured from light-weight, durable, precision-molded Nylon12 GR (50% glass fiber).
Specialty materials (stainless steels, polypropylene, polyethylene) available to meet special fluid and
environmental requirements.
Objectives / Target companies
••Distributors and alliance partners
••Waterworks and Water Treatment Plants
••Desalination Plants
••Water-intensive Industrial/Manufacturing Plants
••Irrigation Systems Operators
••Mining Plants
Category: Pressure management, Drinking
water, Waste water, Industrial water, Water
security, Water resources management,
Desalination plants
Sub Category: Control Valves, Control Systems,
Control Solutions
www.cvalves.com
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22. Company profile
Since its establishment in 1946, Dorot drives the water control valve market with continued innovation,
uncompromising excellence and firm commitment to its customers. Through its unique water-management
solutions, the company also contributes to the global efforts for environment protection. Hundreds of
companies such as public and private water utility companies, construction and engineering companies, fire-
suppression integrators, energy companies and many others around the world have selected the innovative
and field-proven technologies developed by Dorot and benefit from Dorot’s expertise and professional services.
Dorot is considered a true partner by its customers for overcoming challenges in R&D, design, customization,
implementation, and maintenance of water-control valve products.
Year of establishment: 1946
No. of employees: 300
Examples of projects
••London, Thames Water - Leakage reduction and hydraulic modulation PRV’s - daily consumption: 67800 m3
/day.
••Bangkok, Thailand - Hundreds units of time based modulation PRV’s.
••Bogota, Colombia - 32’’ Pump Control Valves, Surge Protection.
••Sofia, Bulgaria - Hundreds units of Leakage Reduction NRW PRVs.
••Monterrey, Mexico - 24” Booster Pump Control Valves.
••San Antonio res., Brazil -28” Water Level Control Valves.
••Barcelona, Spain - 12” Surge Anticipating Valves.
••Manila, Philippines - Hundreds of Flow / time based Pressure Reducing Valves.
••Larnaka, Cyprus 16’’ Altitude level Control,Valves.
Technologies & products
General description:
Hydraulic Control Valves (PRVs, PSVs, FCVs etc) for automatic control of 2’’- 32’’. Regulation of water
and waste-water systems. Electric control for water systems. Air release and anti-vacuum valves, surge
protection, Water Hummer solutions. Water meters. Consulting, engineering and solutions provider of
leakage reduction and pressure management solutions for municipal networks.
Function of the product(s):
Regulating pressure and flow-rate in water systems. Controlling air flow into and out of water filled systems.
Prevention of water-hammer and surge risks. Reducing leakage in municipal distribution systems.
Objectives / Target companies
••Municipal water supply companies
••Trading company
••Construction companies
••EPC Fire Protection Companies
••Irrigation systems design companies
••Civil engineering contractors
••Water-systems engineering & consultation firms
Category: Hydraulic Control Valves and Air Release
Valves. Control Valve Systems. Waterworks, Fire
Protection, Irrigation, Environmental Projects
Sub Category: Industrial Water & Waste-Water
Control Valves, Waterworks, Civil Engineering,
Construction, Water Systems Control & Management,
Fire Protection, Agriculture & Turf Irrigation
Contact: Sophie Tuviahu | sophiet@dorot.com
www.dorot.com
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23. Category: Desalination plants, Water treatment
industry, Water & sewage supply, Irrigation
systems, Fire fighting systems, Industry plants
Contact: Akiba Penkar | Akiba.p@hakohav.co.il
www.hakohav.com
Company profile
Hakohav Valves (since 1963) part of Gaon Agro Group is a leading valves developer, manufacturer and
marketer specializes in high quality valves suitable for the most challenging applications.
Hakohav Valves’ products are known for their reliability and durability and have earned a worldwide
reputation for withstanding even the toughest working conditions making them the preferred choice for
many desalination plants nationally and internationally.
By 2007 the company expanded its range of products by acquiring the diaphragm valves specialist
“KIM”(since 1956) known for its corrosion and abrasion resistance.
In 2011 took over the well reputable water meter company MV technology for domestics and publics
standard water meters that combines automatic reading systems (AMR).
Year of establishment: 1963
No. of employees: 75
Technologies & products
By using modern and advanced production technologies like vulcanization and various types of coating
and lining including: Glass, Halar (ECTFE), Rubber, Epoxy, Rilsan (nylon 11) Plascoat (Thermoplastic),
Plastic (ETFE, PFA etc) and Enamel ,Hakohav Valves provides solutions to a variety of applications
including:
••Water & Sewage supply
••Water treatment industry
••Irrigation systems
••Desalination plants
••Cooling systems
••Fire fighting systems (UL/FM certifications)
••Industry plants (Chemical & Petrochemical, Food & Beverages, Pulp & Paper, Pharmaceutical, Oil & Gas
and others).
Hakohav valves provides solutions in wide range of sizes (till 64”) for different conditions, pressures
and temperatures.
The main product lines are:
••Butterfly valves
••Gate valves
••Diaphragm valves
••Penstocks
••Water meters
Hakohav Valves is iso 9001:2008, CE, GOST, NSF* approved.
*B.V & G.V 4” and up.
Objectives / Target companies
To establish contact with national, regional and local institutions and companies in charge of dealing with
water supply & treatment, potable water, water reservoirs, sewage water, pumping stations, sea water,
desalination plants, agriculture, chemical & petrochemical industries, air cooling systems, fire fighting,
food & beverage industries, pulp & paper industries process industries.
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24. Company profile
Mekorot - Israel’s National Water Company - provides solutions and regular, reliable, high-quality water
to Israel’s water industry for 75 years. Its water supply system comprises 3,000 facilities throughout
the country, integrates most of the regional water plants and combines water from various sources: the
Sea of Galilee, Mountain and Coastal Aquifers water wells, desalinated sea and brackish water and
reclaimed water.
Year of establishment: 1937
No. of employees: 2200
Background of the company
Mekorot is a unique company worldwide due to its variety of operations: Water supply to domestic,
agriculture and industry; Production and integration of water from multiple sources in one national
water supply grid ; Water security; Water treatment - the Central Filtration Plant - the fourth largest
in the world - positions Mekorot at the forefront of water treatment in the western world; Wastewater
treatment and water reclamation of about 60% of Israel’s treated wastewater; Desalination of brackish
and sea water in 34 RO plants; storm water catchment; rain enhancement.
Mekorot places high value on sustainable development and on implementing advanced, innovative
technologies. WaTech® - the company’s Water Technology Entrepreneurship Center - provides a
platform for partnerships between Mekorot and start-ups, entrepreneurs, academicians and established
companies.
Mekorot Group includes the parent company - Mekorot Water Company - and two subsidiaries: EMS
Mekorot Projects and the international business arm - Mekorot Development and Enterprise.
Mekorot is the only company in Israel to be ranked AAA by Ma’alot Standard and Poor’s for over 10 years
in a row.
Examples of projects
••The National Water Carrier - supplies water from the Sea of Galilee to the central and southern regions
of Israel
••The Central Filtration Plant - the fourth largest in the world, improves the quality of water supplied
through the National Water Carrier
••The Third Line to the Negev - supplies high quality effluents treated by the company. The effluent is
supplied for unrestricted crop irrigation
••The New National Water Carrier - a revolutionary system, that connect the desalination plants along
the Mediterranean Sea to the National Water grid
••The Ashdod Seawater Desalination Plant - will produce 100 million m3
of desalinated water per year
••The Fifth Water system to Jerusalem
••The Eastern Aquifer Rehabilitation Project
••Bot projects of desalination in Limasol and Larnaca, Cyprus.
Objectives / Target companies
Water Technology companies, local and national Water Companies, relevant ministers, regulators.
Category: Water resources management
Sub Category: Drinking water, Desalination,
Water quality and security, Wastewater Treatment
and Effluent Reuse, Renewable energy, R&D
Contact: Sivan Bleich | sbleich@mekorot.co.il
www.mekorot.co.il/Eng/Pages/default.aspx
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25. Objectives / Target companies
Distributors
Category: Valves
Sub Category: Irrigation, Water Works,
Industry, Fire Protection, Mining, Water
resources management
Contact: Eli Dvash | eli@ooval.com,
Yaron Koren | yaron.koren@ooval.com
www.ooval.com
Company profile
Year of establishment: 2003
No. of employees: 17
Background of the company
OOVAL VALVES LTD. develops, manufactures and markets hydraulic control valves for irrigation, fire
protection, mining and water works applications. The company brings to its customers over three decades
of professional expertise in management, development and technical support for water control systems.
OOVAL’s solutions are user-friendly, easy to maintain and offer customers added value and optimal
cost-benefit ratio. OOVAL’s base of satisfied customers extends across Israel, North & South America,
Europe, Africa and Australia.
Technologies & products
General description:
Ooval hydraulic control valves provide remarkable benefits in both basic on/off operations and
sophisticated functions-controlling pressures, levels, Quick regulating response and Accurate regulation
in a wide/low flow range together with the use of electric solenoids and thoroughly tested control
accessories.
Function of the product(s):
••Basic/ Manual/ electric
••Pressure Reducing Valve
••Pressure Sustaining/Relief Valve
••Pressure Reducing/Sustaining Valve
••Quick Pressure Relief Valve
••Hydraulic/Electric Control Valve
••Hydraulic Remote Control Valve
••Float level Control Valve
Hydraulic Control Valves
for Water Works & Irrigation
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26. Company profile
Raphael Valves Industries Ltd, founded in 1949, part of Talis Group, is the first Israeli manufacturer of
quality control valves. Since then, RAPHAEL is leading the Israeli and international market valve industry
with its wide and innovative product range. Located in a new modern facility, RAPHAEL’s product range
includes hydraulic control valves, butterfly valves, gate valves, check valves, water meters,integrated
hydrometers and other products.
Various in-house coating technologies including high built epoxy, Rilsan (Nylon 11), vitroceramic enamel,
ensures the supply of the highest quality corrosion protection for water as well as for corrosive media.
RAPHAEL’s R&D department constantly strives to introduce new and innovative products and solutions
for water control systems including waterworks, sewage, irrigation, and industry specific. We are ISO
9001:2008 certified managing tight manufacturing quality controls including 100% hydrostatic testing in
the company’s test benches.
Year of establishment: 1949
No. of employees: 120
Background of the company
We design, manufacture and export worldwide a wide range of water control valves in pressure range
PN10 to PN64.
Examples of projects
Raphael is the main valve manufacturer & supplier chosen by Mekorot to its National potable water
carrier distribution network.
Technologies & products
General description:
RAPHAEL’s produces a wide variety of products, including:
Butterfly valves
Gate valves
Check valves
Hydraulic control valves
Fire Protection valves
Function of the product(s):
Waterworks, Fire Protection, Irrigation, Water metering, water network loss control.
Objectives / Target companies
Raphael constantly strives to promote strategic alliances with leading distribution companies in the
countries.We look for partnerships, strategic alliances with experienced waterworks, irrigation and
industry distributors & agents worldwide
Category: Waterworks ; Irrigation, Fire
Protection and Metering
Sub Category: Hydraulic Control Valves, Water
meters, Hydrometers
www.raphael-valves.com
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28. Company profile
G. A. L. Water Technologies Ltd is backed by 20 years of experience in supplying water treatment systems for Industry,
Agriculture and drinking water.
The company has proven expertise in characterizing, planning, establishing, installing and operating water systems for cleantech.
G. A. L. Water emphasizes the importance of the first stage in characterizing the project: the feasibility study, in
technical, procedural and financial terms.
To achieve this, and to ensure the satisfaction of the client, the company has developed special tools and dedicated
simulations for the planning of projects in the field of water treatment. These tools facilitate detailed design to a realistic
degree of precision so that already at the initial stage of design, it is possible to see in a realistic and substantive manner
the entire solution, its configuration and mainly the exact cost to the client.
Background of the company
For the last 20 years or so, the founders of G. A. L. Water have been involved in supplying solutions in the field of water
quality for the government and business sectors.
By working with G. A. L. Water, the client benefits from the following advantages:
••Period of service—the significance is rapid operational capability, together with reliability and flexibility as a result of
familiarity with the area, the regulations and requirements.
••Accessibility— as a modestly sized company, we pledge to our clients rapid and personal treatment with every call.
••Leverage—as part of the Gaon Holdings Company, G. A. L. Water enjoys economic and business stability. This
framework is translated into an ability to leverage comprehensive and complex projects while complying with
regulations, budget and schedules.
Examples of projects
Chemicals & Petrochemicals Haifa Bay Plants – Treatment and Recycling of concentration and exploitation of
the Kishon River water, treated to a Ultra Pure water level, to be used for Cooling Towers and High Pressure Boilers
instead of potable Water.800 m3
h.
Vishay Semiconductors – Production of Ultra-Pure Water for Boilers and production process. 60 m3
h.
Azrom, Ethiopia – Production of Irrigation Water from saline wells for large agriculture project, growing Geranium
on detachable substrate. 40 m3
h.
Equatorial Guinea Hospital – Feeding water for Vapor Boilers and Dialysis Dpt. 30 m3
h
Technology
G. A. L. Water implements diverse advanced technologies that facilitate precise adaptation to the requirements of the client
and regulatory conditions in any country. Each of the following is supported by a dedicated control mechanism that ensures
high reliability in the operation of the system:
Media Filtration, Micro Filtration, Ultra Filtration, Nano Filtration Membrane, Reverse Osmosis, Ion Exchange, Electro
Deionization (EDI), Gas Disposal Membrane, UV Disinfection, Chemical Dispensing Systems.
The significant advantage to working with G. A. L. Water is the extensive know-how that has been accumulated over
the years, and is expressed in the capability to synchronize and integrate a wide variety of technologies.
Category: Water Technologies
Sub Category: Consulting and engineering services, Drinking
water, Industrial waste treatment, Renewable energy, R&D,
Solid waste treatment and Recycling, Waste water treatment,
Desalination, Water resources management.
Contact: Sigal Levi | sigal@gaon.com
www.gal-water.com
Objectives / Target companies
At G. A. L. Water we regard the preservation of water sources and safeguarding the quality of the water the key to a
prosperous future.
G. A. L. Water Technologies aspires to provide a comprehensive solution regarding issues of water treatment and
cleantech in Israel and in the world. Therefore the solutions we supply in every project emphasize the integral nature of the
solution, including: Quality of the work Flexibility in the manner of finding a solution Aesthetics of the final product
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29. Company profile
John Deere Water, a unit of Deere & Company, is now one of the largest irrigation companies in the
world. With the 2008 acquisitions of Plastro Irrigation Systems and T-Systems, International and the
2006 acquisition of Roberts Irrigation Products, John Deere Water provides precision irrigation systems in
more than 100 countries.
John Deere Water is one of the world’s most valued providers in agricultural irrigation. Our products and
services enable the efficient and uniform application of water, optimizing the use of our precious water
resources while increasing the quantity and quality of crop yields.
Year of establishment: 1837
No. of employees: 52,000 (in John Deere)
Background of the company
Headquartered in San Marcos, California, John Deere Water has a global presence with 13
manufacturing locations in ten countries (Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Chile, Ecuador, France, Israel,
Spain, India and the United States). Additionally, John Deere Water has sales, marketing, and technical
staff supporting sales in more than 100 countries.
Part of John Deere - the biggest farming equipment provider globally.
Examples of projects
Sugar cane projects in West Africa and Brazil, Orchards in Brazil, processing tomato in China, pineapple
and banana project in Philippines, paper greenhouses in Holland, Roses greenhouses in Kenya, Ethiopia,
Ecuador, banana projects in Ecuador.
Technologies & products
John Deere Water manufactures high performance micro and drip irrigation products for agricultural,
nursery, landscape, greenhouse, and mining markets. The product offering includes drip tape, drip
lines, on-line emitters, micro sprinklers and jets, hose and tubing, and other irrigation technology.
Additionally, the company offers services such as hydraulic design, irrigation project management, soil
moisture monitoring and agronomic support which provide growers with the right solutions for their crop.
All backed by the strength of a company with over 40 years in agricultural irrigation, John Deere Water
provides the experience and knowledge to help growers efficiently use their water resources.
Category: Irrigation systems, irrigation turn key
projects, water solutions
www.johndeerewater.com
Objectives / Target companies
Water is a limited natural resource that affects the existence and quality of life for all species. The
demand on existing water supplies continues to increase due to many factors including population
growth, competitive demand from food, fiber, and fuel crops, and a disparity between the location of
water supplies and demand. This demand is not only for any water, but for clean, usable water.
As a global leader in agriculture, John Deere is uniquely positioned to help solve the world’s water issues
and increase agricultural productivity. It is John Deere Water’s vision to be a global leader in the water
industry, delivering innovative and efficient water management solutions, and partnering with our
customers to enable good stewardship of our water resources.
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30. Category: Water supply and Irrigation systems,
Pipes, Industrial waste treatment, Renewable
energy, Desalination, Turn Key Projects
Sub Category: Consulting of Water & Agro
projects, Solar pump systems, Food Processing
www.naandanjain.com | www.jains.com
Company profile
NaanDanJain Irrigation Ltd, owned by Jain Irrigation Systems Ltd, India both a global irrigation and
Water supply company, provides technological leadership with the widest range of cost-effective and
customized solutions. With over 70 years of experience in more than 100 countries, NaanDanJain & Jain
offers top quality products that deliver higher productivity per unit of resources “ More crop for a drop”.
Our expertise contributes to higher crop yields, lower risks, and savings of precious resources. The 2007
merger of NaanDanJain and Jain has created an enriching with significant expansion of the products
portfolio, R&D activities, and worldwide sales and marketing network and created “The One Stop Shop “
for the Water and Agro Sector.
NaanDanJain is involved in major international agro-projects. Our engineers, agronomists and economists
will work closely with you from planning through to project establishment and support, to help you
optimize production and adapt to dynamic market demands.
Year of establishment: 1937
No. of employees: 600 ; Total Jain Group: 5000
Technologies & products
NaanDanJain & Jain extensive products range includes comprehensive Water & irrigation and technologies
for Open Field, Greenhouses and Nurseries, Residential and Landscape areas, and Industry. These
technologies include a wide range of integrated round regular and pressure-compensated dripline systems,
thin wall dripline and tapes micro- and mini-sprinklers for climate control and irrigation, diverse metal
and plastic agricultural sprinklers, as well as landscape applications incorporating gear and impact pop-up
sprinklers.
We are manufacturing all kind of plastic Pipes , PVC & P.E for Water supply , Irrigation , Desalination ,
Photo Volte cells and supplying Solar Pumps.
Objectives / Target companies
NaanDanjain & Jain are looking for:
Cooperation with public and private organizations in Water and Agro projects, including turn key projects.
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31. Company profile
Mekorot - Israel’s National Water Company - provides solutions and regular, reliable, high-quality water
to Israel’s water industry for 75 years. Its water supply system comprises 3,000 facilities throughout
the country, integrates most of the regional water plants and combines water from various sources: the
Sea of Galilee, Mountain and Coastal Aquifers water wells, desalinated sea and brackish water and
reclaimed water.
Year of establishment: 1937
No. of employees: 2200
Background of the company
Mekorot is a unique company worldwide due to its variety of operations: Water supply to domestic,
agriculture and industry; Production and integration of water from multiple sources in one national
water supply grid ; Water security; Water treatment - the Central Filtration Plant - the fourth largest
in the world - positions Mekorot at the forefront of water treatment in the western world; Wastewater
treatment and water reclamation of about 60% of Israel’s treated wastewater; Desalination of brackish
and sea water in 34 RO plants; storm water catchment; rain enhancement.
Mekorot places high value on sustainable development and on implementing advanced, innovative
technologies. WaTech® - the company’s Water Technology Entrepreneurship Center - provides a
platform for partnerships between Mekorot and start-ups, entrepreneurs, academicians and established
companies.
Mekorot Group includes the parent company - Mekorot Water Company - and two subsidiaries: EMS
Mekorot Projects and the international business arm - Mekorot Development and Enterprise.
Mekorot is the only company in Israel to be ranked AAA by Ma’alot Standard and Poor’s for over 10 years
in a row.
Examples of projects
••The National Water Carrier - supplies water from the Sea of Galilee to the central and southern regions
of Israel
••The Central Filtration Plant - the fourth largest in the world, improves the quality of water supplied
through the National Water Carrier
••The Third Line to the Negev - supplies high quality effluents treated by the company. The effluent is
supplied for unrestricted crop irrigation
••The New National Water Carrier - a revolutionary system, that connect the desalination plants along
the Mediterranean Sea to the National Water grid
••The Ashdod Seawater Desalination Plant - will produce 100 million m3
of desalinated water per year
••The Fifth Water system to Jerusalem
••The Eastern Aquifer Rehabilitation Project
••Bot projects of desalination in Limasol and Larnaca, Cyprus.
Objectives / Target companies
Water Technology companies, local and national Water Companies, relevant ministers, regulators.
Category: Water resources management
Sub Category: Drinking water, Desalination,
Water quality and security, Wastewater Treatment
and Effluent Reuse, Renewable energy, R&D
Contact: Sivan Bleich | sbleich@mekorot.co.il
www.mekorot.co.il/Eng/Pages/default.aspx
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32. Category: Drip and Micro-irrigation Technologies,
Agri-Business Solutions, Greenhouse and Crop
Management Technologies and Bio Energy solutions
Contact: Mordi Schwartz | mordi.schwartz@netafim.com
www.netafim.com
Company profile
Netafim is the global leader in drip and micro irrigation solutions for a sustainable future. With 27
subsidiaries worldwide, Netafim agronomists and engineers deliver optimal solutions to growers in over 110
countries, with 13 manufacturing facilities around the globe and over 3,000 employees.
Founded over 45 years ago, Netafim pioneered the drip irrigation revolution that has created a paradigm
shift in low volume irrigation technology. Netafim is jointly owned by Permira (a privet equity fund), Kibbutz
Hatzerim and Kibbutz Magal. The company’s annual sales surpassed 800$ million in 2011.
Netafim is committed to providing a comprehensive service to its costumers around the world. By working
closely on-site with each customer, the company’s specialists carefully study all relevant factors and the full
requirements of the grower. Netafim offers a complete set of solutions customized to grower requirements
and crop needs, for diverse climates and terrains worldwide.
Shareholders: Permira Fund (61%), Kibbutz Hatzerim (33%) and Kibbutz Magal (6%).
Year of establishment: 1965
No. of employees: 3000
Netafim in Europe
Netafim with subsidiaries in Holland, Germany, France, Greece and Italy as well as distribution and new
production facilities in Spain, has been working intensively in Europe for more than 35 years.
Netafim has introduced the micro irrigation in more than 50 types of crops bringing water, energy and
fertilizers economization as well as yields and uniformity increase.
In all its European localizations Netafim is offering the same quality knowledge and state of the art
solutions through highly qualified and well trained personnel.
Technologies & product(s)
Agriculture: Worldwide leader in agro-technical practices, training and R&D. The company’s teams accompany
the costumer from the planning phase through crop management up to harvest.
Landscape Irrigation: Advanced water conservation practices and technologies for landscape irrigation.
Mining: Uniform coverage while minimizing clogging and ensuring optimal functionality throughout the entire
leaching cycle.
Greenhouse Technology: Broad agronomic support. Advanced climate-control and irrigation solutions,
monitoring sensors and turnkey solutions.
Projects & Engineering: From initial specifications through detailed design and up to system implementation.
Systems are designed according to specific local conditions, including crop, soil, climate and water resources
Continuous Education and Training: Netafim holds professional mini-courses, seminars, tours and workshops.
Top Quality is Our Top Priority: Commitment to quality is a core value and uncompromising standards are
applied to every facet of business, from refining development procedures through conducting exhaustive field
tests to optimizing production techniques.
Objectives / Target companies
As the world’s population continues to rise and the natural resources come under pressure, more
efficiency makes more sense than ever. At Netafim, we help our customers produce more yields and
better crops with fewer resources. We help the world grow more with less.
It is our purpose to leverage Netafim’s knowledge and position as global leader through Efficient,
Innovative and Sustainable Agro-irrigation solutions.
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33. Company profile
Palgey-maim, water and land resources development company.
Year of establishment: 1973
No. of employees: 60
Background of the company
Since foundation, the company has been involved in flowing infrastructures covering a wide range of
their various aspects: Reclaiming effluents for irrigation, supplying fresh water, removal and treatment of
wastewater, urban and agricultural drainage, storing runoff water and waste water in reservoirs.
Examples of projects
••Operation of 200 pumping stations, 14 wastewater treatment plants using a wide range of different
technologies.
••Jezrael Valley project: Effluents distribution system. annual capacity of 21 million m3
. Initiating,
designing, building and operation.
••Western Galilee project: Effluents supplying system design for irrigation with an annual capacity of 25
million m3
including reservoir with total capacity of 6 million m3
and pump stations with total capacity
of 8000 m3
/hr.
••Hasolelim WWTP - MBR 3000 m3
/day,
••Kini WWTP - Activated Sludge 4000 m3
/day,
••Subterranean Drainage and salification prevention project in the Jesrael Vally- 5000 Ha.
••Kishon river - Reestablishment the Kishon River bed (along 13Km).
••Supply and treatment of effluents for power stations run by the Israel Electric Corporation - Alon Tavor
and Gezer- with an inflow of 1000 m3
per hour.
Technologies & products
Among the different technologies employed are activated sludge, MBR, SBR, and extensive plants.
Using GIS and advanced Hydraulic software in the design process.
Category: Consulting and engineering services, Drinking
water, Industrial waste treatment, Waste water
treatment, Water security, Water resources management
Contact: Meytal Shen Zur | Meytal@palgey-maim.co.il
www.palgey-maim.co.il
Objectives / Target companies
Water supply companies, privet and governmental corporations in the area of water supply and waste
water treatment.
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34. Company profile
Strategic international partnership between Rimon Ltd. And Mer Group fully owned subsidiary (Mer
Telecom) in the water projects sector combines multitude of capabilities and in-house resources, streamlined
project management and implementation giving partners top quality service in all delivery aspects.
Year of establishment: Mer Group 1982, Rimon 1996
No. of employees: Rimon - Over 100, Mer Group -Over 1500
Background of the company
Rimon is a leading water treatment and water infrastructures company, specializes in Waste water
treatment and Recycling, Potable water treatment and Desalination, Drinking water production,
construction and engineering services, water sources management and ground water production systems.
Mer Group, a global system integrator since 1982, delivers complete turn-key solutions for: Wireless
Networks; National Infrastructure Projects; Security and Surveillance; Broadband Infrastructure; Customized
Military Systems; Communication and Monitoring Mobile Systems; Environmental Monitoring and
Renewable Energy Infrastructure, etc. The company’s impressive corporate turnover, coupled with financial
stability, steady growth and worldwide footprint have made Mer Group a major player the world over.
Examples of projects
Mey Gat, agriculture cooperative water plant ltd (Israel)
5,000,000 M3 a year - waste water reclaim system for irrigation of agricultural applications by system of
water reservoirs, filtration system, pumps and pipes. PFI- construction, financing, project management
and implementation.
Desalination for energy center (Israel)
Water desalination for an industrial energy center using RO technology.
Bikat Hanadiv (Israel)
8,000,000 M3 a year - waste water reclaim system for irrigation of agricultural fields and plantations
by water reservoirs, fine filtration system, pumps and pipes. BOO, Initiating, planning, financing,
implementing, operating and allocation management.
Wyoming (USA).
Construction of 900 GPM water treatment plant in the USA Gas industry using IOX technology. Turn Key
- full project management and construction.
Tertiary treatment plants (Israel)
Tertiary treatment plants for unlimited irrigation purpose using a 250,000 inhabitant’s cities waste water.
Technologies & products
The company designs, build, operate and finance different water systems:
••Drinking ground and surface water systems
••Desalination plants
••Industrial process water recycle /reuse
••Mobile containerized drinking water systems
••Demineralized water systems
••Water infrastructures
Technologies applied- MF,UF,NF,RO,MBR, MBBR, EDI, IOX Projects - from A-Z
Objectives / Target companies
Oil &Gas, Mining industries, EPCs, Contractors, municipalities, water supply operating companies.
Category: Water Engineering and Civil works
services, Drinking water treatment and production
systems, Waste water treatment and reclamation
projects, Desalination plants, Water infrastructures
management, water recycling projects
www.mer-group.com | www.rimonltd.co.il
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35. Company profile
Consultation & Projects
R.T.S Water Ways Ltd. is a consulting company specializing in the planning, development, and
implementation of Water & Agricultural projects. We aim to make urban and regional water economies
more efficient and advanced. Combining unparalleled experience, comprehensive capabilities across a
wide variety of water issues , and extensive knowledge resources.
With our allies we develops each project from inception to completion on a turn-key basis – from design,
planning, financing, equipment supply, construction, and installation to training and maintenance.
Education: Specialised Tours & Seminars
We provide a range of services designed to inform and educate in all fields of water management as well
as specialised tours and seminars for incoming topic-focused tourism.
By utilising our access to the best professional and government expertise we are able to provide both
tours and seminars - covering a wide range of water & agricultural issues.
Water resource management, Irrigation, water treatment, creating water sources, the water in the Middle
East and Agricultural Cooperatives - are just some of the issues that can be addressed by our tours. We
are also able to provide tours tailored to meet your own specific requirement.
Year of establishment: 2010
No. of employees: 3
Background of the company
Our water experts are leaders in their field and have led significant projects, most notably:
••Overseeing the establishment of the Israeli Water Authority
••Overseeing construction of the Israeli sea water desalination plant
••Creating a master plan for the Israeli Water Sector
••Rehabilitating the pumping stations of the National Water Carrier
Examples of projects
••The establishment and management of a cooperative of 55 private water associations and communities
in the Upper-Galilee of Israel. This allows for economies of scale and therefore efficient water
management in the region
••Designing Engineering and managing for a project of Mey Golan and Upper Galilee Water Organization
(Israel): 3 deep wells that produce up to 25 million cubic meters of water a year with a large distribution
system
••Consulting 3 Druze communities on water and sewage issues including a plan for wastewater plantsand
reuse for agriculture
Category: Water resources management,
Consulting and Projects
Sub Category: Specialised Tours & Seminars in
all fields of water management and Agriculture
www.rts-water.com
Objectives / Target companies
••Companies, Partners and representatives that need our unparalleled experience and comprehensive
capabilities across a wide variety of water and agricultural issues - for local projects.
••Organizations wishing to study and are interested in our training services on water and agriculture in
Israel. Learning can be made through tours or professional training in Israel or anywhere else in the world.
Kibbuts Geshur, Golan heights 12942 Israel Tel. 972-4-6764083 Fax. 972-4-6764061
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36. Objectives / Target companies
Governments, public organizations, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), private companies and
individuals, in both developing and developed countries.
Category: Engineering services, integrated
rural and agricultural development, water
resource development, irrigation, drinking
water, desalination, water security,
wastewater treatment and recycling
www.tahal.com
Company profile
Year of establishment: 1952
No. of employees: 1000
Background of the company
TAHAL Group International BV is a multinational engineering company originally founded to address
Israel’s acute lack of water. Fully owned by Kardan NV, TAHAL Group ranks among the top companies
of its kind in the world, and specializes in multidisciplinary fields such as water resource development,
water treatment and supply, wastewater treatment and reuse, integrated agricultural development and
hydropower. The bedrock of expertise for the Group lies with TAHAL Consulting Engineers Ltd., a veteran
subsidiary based in Israel, with 60 years of proven experience.
Experience in Agri-business and Biofuels
As energy crop projects are implemented over extensive areas, special attention must be paid to large
scale planning, taking into account regional infrastructure, topographic limitations, socioeconomic
considerations and the particular needs of local population. TAHAL implemented a similar holistic design
approach in several feasibility studies related to Biofuel crops for clients in Europe and Africa.
TAHAL offers unique regional planning capabilities in agricultural development in developing countries.
TAHAL utilizes advanced proprietary GIS platforms and executes hydrological & hydrogeological surveys;
soil studies; land use capability and conservation studies; planning of rural development, agricultural
support services and design of water supply schemes, irrigation systems, drainage systems and agro-
industrial enterprises. TAHAL’s sustainable agri-business solutions transform challenging situations into
successful enterprises.
Examples of projects
••Zambezi Integrated Agro-Commercial Development Project - Botswana: Turnkey project for design
and implementation of an integrated agro-commercial project, comprising integrated development of
21,000 ha based on irrigated production of grain and oilseeds to serve as raw material for the growing
of value-added products. The project includes development of a modern farm for the growing of high-
value horticultural field crops and poultry, as well as establishment of agroindustries and development
of rural infrastructure.
••Integrated Irrigation Project for Export of Agricultural Products in Arco Seco Region - Panama:
Turnkey project for irrigated development of a 3,000 ha area, including feasibility study, environmental
assessment, hydrological & hydrogeological investigations, detailed design, supply and execution, as
well as provision of support services and marketing infrastructure.
••Quiminha Integrated Agricultural and Regional Development Project - Angola: Project based on
turnkey implementation, with TAHAL providing the entire range of services, including field surveys,
planning, design, supervision, supply of equipment and materials, construction and financing
arrangements. The project comprises development of commercial agriculture on a 5,000 ha area,
including development of 64 farms (50 ha each); a new settlement for 310 families, and construction of
infrastructure for the agricultural project.
Technologies & products
Agribusiness development & strategic marketing plans, master plans, feasibility studies, detailed design,
economic & financial analyses, technical assistance and training, project management, construction
supervision, turnkey/BOT projects, GIS and MIS, environmental impact assessments, regional planing.
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37. Company profile
Year of establishment: 1985
No. of employees: 190
Background of the company
YAMIT ELI is a leading international provider of water and wastewater treatment and filtration systems
and services with customers across the world.
The company has customer sites and installations in Asia, Central and South America, South and
Southern Africa, Europe and Australia.
YAMIT E.L.I international headquarters is located in Israel with YAMIT EU European headquarters in
Amsterdam, Netherlands, YAMIT China headquarters in Beijing and YAMIT Southeast Asia headquarters,
in Manila, Philippines. In addition, the company plant and manufacturing facilities are in Israel.
Examples of projects
••Nagua and Guayabito drinking water project, Dominican Republic
••Termocandelaria electric power plant, demineralized water supply, Colombia
••Numerous reuse and effluent treatment systems for Mekorot- Israel Water supply Co.
••Manila emergency containerized water systems- Philippines
••Simunye, Ezoalini drinking water systems- Swaziland
••Numerous industrial water treatment projects- China
••Chimuluacan treatment system- Mexico
Technologies & products
General description:
water and wastewater treatment and filtration systems and services.
Function of the product(s):
water sources development or improvement, desalinization, waste water treatment and re-use, filtration
of polluted, contaminated or dirty water for agriculture, industry, municipal uses.
Category: Filtration & Water Treatment
www.yamit-f.com
Objectives / Target companies
Distributors, agents, contacts in the municipal or national water systems procurement, turn-key projects.
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