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Australian family business passionate about providing Water Solutions for a Healthier Environment since 1930.

Specialised tapware, water management systems & fixtures for hospitals, health care and education and Western Australia's foundry of choice. Galvin Engineering is a third generation family business established in 1930 and has been built on long term relationships and a strong company culture of Pride, Accountability and a Will Do Attitude. We employ 90 awesome people across Australia in our offices in Perth, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and Sydney. The company is accredited to ISO9001 Quality System and ISO14001 Environmental System. One of our business units, Galvin Specialised®, is totally focussed on designing, building and supplying specialised taps and fixtures for better health, safer communities and smarter research. Our vision is to be a leader in innovative taps and fixtures for health, research and custodial facilities. Our Red Emperor® business unit is all about supplying leading contractors and merchants with reliable fire, civil and plumbing products so they can build world class commercial projects. We strive to be recognized as Australia's leader in commercial floor and roof drains. Another of our business units is Galvin Machined Castings® which has over 80 years experience in making machined castings for pump & valve manufacturers, refineries, agriculture, rail, processing plants, general engineering and special castings for art works and public areas. Our vision is to be seen as Western Australia's foundry of choice. A key focus for our Galvin Specialised team is the work we do in the health sector and with this in mind, recently we were proud to win the 2106 Product Innovation Award for our #42028 GalvinCare Anti-Ligature Shower Control Valve with Electronic Activator. This product has been designed to provide users and patients with an easy to use way of activating and controlling a shower, whilst providing the anti-ligature and vandal resistant features needed in mental health care environments. temperature, which makes it suitable for people with arthritis or other impeding hand health issues / injuries.

08/10/2026

Built in Australia. Invested in Australia. Looking to the future.
Galvin Engineering has officially opened its new purpose-built headquarters and manufacturing facility in Malaga, Western Australia.

This significant investment strengthens our capability to design and manufacture Australian-made taps and valves while supporting local jobs, local industry, and the next generation of Australian manufacturing.

As a fourth-generation family-owned business, we're proud to continue investing in the future of Australian manufacturing and the customers, partners, and projects we support across Australia and beyond.

30/09/2026

Galvin Engineering enters a new era.

We are proud to announce the opening of our new purpose-built headquarters and manufacturing facility in Perth, Western Australia.

Designed to support Australian manufacturing, innovation, sustainability, collaboration, and quality, the facility represents one of the most significant investments in our company's history.

As a fourth-generation family business, we're excited to continue building on our strong foundations while preparing for the opportunities ahead.
Here's to the next chapter.

Read the full story and learn more about the vision behind our new facility: https://www.galvinengineering.com.au/news-articles/news/galvins-new-headquarters-and-manufacturing-facilit/

21/09/2026

Happy National Family Business Day! 🎉

Here at Galvin Engineering, we take great pride in being a fourth-generation Australian family business with more than 90 years of experience delivering water solutions that support a healthier environment.

We're proud to celebrate the important role family businesses play in shaping Australia's economy, communities and culture. Built on strong family values, these businesses create lasting connections and make a meaningful contribution across the country.

To celebrate the occasion, Chris, Paul, Tim and Tom Galvin spread the joy by sharing some delicious cupcakes with the team🧁

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14/09/2026

Today, the team at Galvin Engineering proudly turned purple in support of Breast Cancer Care WA for Purple Bra Day💜

Giving back to our community is an important part of who we are, and Purple Bra Day is a great opportunity to raise awareness and show support for those affected by breast cancer.

Our team was proud to get involved and support the incredible work Breast Cancer Care WA does for people and families impacted by breast cancer. 🎗️

10/07/2026

When it comes to protecting your water infrastructure, quality matters. Galvin Engineering's range of meter boxes is designed for durability, reliability, and long-term performance in demanding Australian conditions.

✔️ Heavy-duty construction
✔️ Suitable for residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects
✔️ Designed for easy installation and maintenance
✔️ Manufactured to meet industry standards

Whether you're a contractor, utility provider, developer, or installer, we have a meter box solution you can rely on.

Discover our full range at https://www.galvinengineering.com.au/products/civil-fire-and-valves/cast-iron-meter-boxes-grates-and-valve-covers/

15/06/2026

Most people see a drinking bubbler and think "press button, water comes out." We see thousands of presses, twists and pushes, so you only have to think about the first one.

This is one of our robotic arms putting an Ezy-Drink® Lead Safe™ bubbler through its paces at our WA production facility, where Australia's drinking tapware is designed, built and tested. We run this on most products before they go to market, because "she'll be right" isn't a testing standard.

Built in Western Australia. Tested until it's boring. Trusted for over 90 years.

09/06/2026

Even small design details can make a big difference in preventing the spread of harmful microorganisms in healthcare environments. Our latest article explores the hidden hygiene risks in clinical basins, from bacteria buildup and biofilm to splashing and stagnant water, and why basin design plays a critical role in infection prevention.

Discover how solutions like the GalvinAssist® Contour 21 Basin help reduce contamination risks with advanced anti-splash technology, hygienic surface design, and improved drainage that supports safer, more controlled clinical spaces.

Read the article to learn how smarter basin design can strengthen infection control at its source: https://www.galvinengineering.com.au/news-articles/articles/infection-risks-in-clinical-basins/

04/06/2026

The GalvinCare® Safe-Connect Shower is proudly Australian made, designed and manufactured to meet the demands of high risk and high care environments.

Two functions in one fitting, a fixed shower head and auto-divert detachable hose to support both independent and assisted showering without the need for a separate outlet or in-wall diverter.

Engineered for safety, it features a secure ligature-resistant connection and robust construction to help reduce risks while supporting user comfort and independence.

Discover more at https://www.galvinengineering.com.au/galvincare-cp-bs-lead-safe-mh-ligature-resistant-s~41108

28/05/2026

Our Child Safety Wall Top Assembly Set is designed to prevent children from independently adjusting water flow, while still giving adults smooth, easy control. With its built-in ½ turn mechanism, it adds a simple layer of protection in homes, schools and childcare environments without adding complexity.

✔ Limits operation once set
✔ No locks, keys or extra hardware
✔ Lead free materials for safer water delivery

A simple solution that makes a real difference where it matters most.

Find out more at https://www.galvinengineering.com.au/capstan-cp-lead-safe-1-2-turn-child-safety-wall-to

18/05/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who came and said hello at our stall at The Arc ICONICA, held at Frasers Reception Centre! 🙌

What a great evening of networking - it was wonderful to connect with so many familiar faces and meet new ones from across the industry. The conversations were genuine, the energy was great, and we left feeling really inspired.

We look forward to staying in touch with everyone we met - and building on those connections in the months ahead. Until next time! 👋

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Opening Hours

Monday	07:00 - 16:30
Tuesday	07:00 - 16:30
Wednesday	07:00 - 16:30
Thursday	07:00 - 16:30
Friday	07:00 - 16:30

Telephone

+611300514074

Website

http://www.galvinengineering.com.au/

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