About Wheeler Rex

Global Leader In Plumbing & Waterworks Tools Since 1957

Wheeler-rex: A Born Innovator

Established in 1957, we have expanded our reach to become a worldwide leader, with headquarters in Japan and key operations in China, Thailand, India, and the USA. Catering to diverse international markets, we ensure each product meets the highest standards of efficiency and reliability. Choose Wheeler-Rex for a globally recognized experience in waterworks and plumbing tools, where tradition blends with global excellence.

This innovative product was followed by several other industry firsts, such as cutters for glass tube, power bevelers for PVC pipes, power torque wrenches for soil pipe couplings, shut off tools for copper and poly pipes, sewer tapping machines, hydraulic pipe cutters, and more. Today, Wheeler-Rex offers a complete line of pipe tools for the piping professional.

In 1988, Wheeler became part of the Rex Industries family. Rex Industries is known for the highest quality and most innovative pipe threading machines in the world. Rex set the bar for threading machine standards on a global scale with features such as through the die head oiling, auto open die heads, notch-style adjustment, and ball detent die location.

Thus, WHEELER-REX was born. Blending the best of American and Japanese culture to create a company focused on product perfection, work ethic, employee pride, and customer success. Today, WHEELER-REX maintains its presence as one of the industry leaders in the Hydrostatic Test Pump and Threading Machine markets. As well as continuing to focus on expanding our line of pipe tools, accessories, and exemplary customer service staff.