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VILPE Sense saves money if it prevents even one major moisture damage

The preliminary purpose of VILPE Sense is to prevent larger moisture damages and thereby save on repair costs. The return…

Demand-based ventilation reduces the need for cooling and provides energy savings

A study by Ramboll Finland Oy highlights the VILPE Sense system’s capacity to diminish a building’s cooling needs during summer,…

VILPE’s biggest investment in the company’s history – A new office and warehouse space in the capital region

VILPE Oy, a ventilation and roofing company from Mustasaari in Finland, is investing 5.25 million euros in the construction of…

Finnish Trade Unions strike affects VILPE deliveries from next week

The Central Organisation of Finnish Trade Unions (SAK) has announced upcoming political strikes starting next Monday, which are expected to…

Ville Sarmesto has been appointed as VILPE’s new Sales Director

Ville Sarmesto has been appointed as the new Sales Director and member of the executive team at VILPE Oy. This…

VILPE updates the design of the 110/IS ventilation pipe

We have renewed the design of our insulated ventilation pipe to better meet the needs and environmental awareness of our…

VILPE® FLOW 160 cowl, new design

We have redesigned the VILPE® FLOW 160 cowl. The technical performance and main dimensions of the new product version remain…

System update 17.11.2023

Due to a comprehensive update, our ERP-system will not be available on Friday, November 17, 2023. Sales and technical support…

Expanding Selection: Acid-resistant Steel Roof Drains

We’re thrilled to announce an exciting expansion of our range of acid-resistant steel roof drains. Always dedicated to meeting the…

VILPE production closed on weeks 28 and 29

VILPE production in Korsholm, Finland, will be closed during weeks 28 and 29 (from 10th to 21st July). This will…

Every second roof needs to be repaired before it reaches the end of its life cycle – repairs are often paid for by the owners

48% of roofs need to be repaired before they reach the end of their useful life. This is the opinion…

Increase in VILPE product prices starting July 1st, 2023

VILPE product prices will change starting July 1st, 2023. Across the line, the prices of VILPE products will increase by…

Using a roof fan in winter

In winter, ice may accumulate in a roof fan or exhaust ventilation pipe, and water may drip onto the stove….

VILPE was awarded as the supplier of the year

The Supplier of 2023 award was given by Hanakat, a Finnish HVAC chain store during the Hanakat Startti trade show…

VILPE donates 11 400 euros to Ukraine

VILPE’s donation is given to a Ukrainian charity organization which supports wounded soldiers in the rehabilitation process. In Finland, VILPE…

A transportation industry strike affects VILPE deliveries

Update February 20thThe transportation industry workers’ union and the industry employer’s union did not come to an agreement during the…

Save energy and prevent unnecessary cooling of the crawl space

This winter, every effort will be made to save energy. Intelligent and appropriate ventilation will reduce the energy consumption of…

Charity donations in December

VILPE has made charity donations in December. In Finland, VILPE donated 15 000 € to a local gymnastics club (Vaasan Telinetaiturit)….

VILPE Ukraine turns 10 years

And we are so happy to congratulate our colleagues in Ukraine on this great date! VILPE products have a long…

How to save energy on ventilation – at home and in your building

With electricity prices rising, energy saving is now more relevant than ever. One major area where you can save money…

December Opening Hours

Please note that there are some exceptions in our opening hours in December. Sales and technical support: Closed on December…

VILPE won the National Enterprise Award

VILPE won the National Enterprise Award in Finland. According to VILPE’s CEO Tuomas Saikkonen, the award is a great recognition…

Right pass-through for solar panels keeps your building safe

Higher energy prices have increased the demand for solar panels. There are several things to consider when installing solar panels,…

VILPE fan merchandise

Important information to all VILPE fans: Would you like to have t-shirts or hoodies with Kirill’s picture? Or perhaps a…

This is how we use TikTok to raise money for charity

TikTok is so much more than just dance videos: VILPE, a company manufacturing ventilation and roofing products, used the social…

VILPE examined the carbon footprint of the IO product family

Carbon Footprint calculations for all six VILPE IO product models were executed in 2022 by Ramboll, an independent outside agency….

A smart roof cools buildings in summer

Preventing moisture damage is not the only benefit of a smart roof: it also removes excess heat from structures, reducing…

The redesigned Power A Adjustable fastener: better grip and a stronger connection

The Power A Adjustable fastener is once again available from the VILPE product range. The body of the fastener has…

VILPE is one of Ahlsell’s oldest partners

One of the earliest partners of SK Tuote was a company called Suomen LVI-tukku (Finnish HVAC wholesale). Over the years,…

A smart roof is an intelligent solution for the maintenance of public buildings

The longer a leaking roof or inefficient ventilation causes moisture damage, the higher the risk of major repairs. Real estate…

Intelligent ventilation is an essential part of humidity management

A structurally sound roof and proper ventilation are effective ways to prevent moisture from accumulating in a building’s structures and…

Component shortage complicates roof fan deliveries

One of VILPE’s long-term partners has recently experienced problems with the availability of components and electrical parts for roof fans….

Charity donations

VILPE and its daughter companies recently made several charity donations in Finland, Poland, Russia, Sweden and the Baltics. ”At VILPE,…

Roof fans for the VILPE Sense smart roof

A roof fan is a necessary component of a VILPE Sense smart roof. The roof fan can be installed either…

Why does ice accumulate in the roof fan and the exhaust pipe, with water dripping onto the stove?

Warm air normally rises via ducts and gaps in a building’s internal structures, while cold air moves downwards. When a…

VILPE IO’s colour longevity: how does the product maintain its colour?

VILPE IO Wall Elements have a 10-year colour guarantee, meaning they retain their colour as well as all other VILPE…

Roofing Across Europe

Although VILPE started in Finland, and it remains a strong market for the company, the last decade has seen its…

5 Things for People Looking for a Job at VILPE:

Before applying, consider why you want this job. Do the required qualities match your skills? Or does the company itself…

The world’s smartest roof can be found in Korsholm

The roof of VILPE’s factory in Korsholm is the smartest roof in the world. It’s an ambitious claim, isn’t it?…

VILPE’s Ground Source Heat Pump Cooling & Heating Systems Launch Update 2021

Ground source heat pump system for production machine & molds launched 1st July 2021Ground source heat pump system for factory…

What does ‘pressure drop’ mean, and what is its significance in HVAC design?

Descriptions of many of VILPE’s products, such as FLOW exhaust pipes and hoods, often use the phrase ‘low pressure drop’,…

A new way to reward employees: VILPE gives everyone a week’s extra vacation

VILPE Oy’s employees are to be given a week’s extra paid leave during this year’s Christmas period, from the 27th…

If you don’t think TikTok is for B2B companies, think again!

VILPE has recently changed its social media strategy. We now believe that TikTok and LinkedIn are the platforms through which…

How moisture damage on roofs arises and how it can be prevented

Moisture damage is a too-familiar nightmare for both building owners and people in the roofing business, and can arise in…

Investing in a smart roof will protect structures from expensive moisture damage

Moisture damage on a roof is not only a common and expensive problem: it can also create a breeding ground…

Breaking taboos about roofing: A new roof can have hundreds of minor blemishes, none of which are necessarily a sign of poor work

Roofs are prone to sustain a small amount of damage in the waterproof membrane. Holes are also common in both…

Strong belief in innovation is the key of Renson’s success

If a company wants to grow on an international level, partnerships are extremely important, believe Frank Goudman and Rien Laverge…

Saint-Gobain intends to be a pioneer in low-carbon construction

Saint-Gobain, a global construction product manufacturer, invests in low-carbon construction and circular economy with a focus on energy efficiency. In…

Eero Saikkonen, founder of VILPE, received a Finnish honorary title

Eero Saikkonen has been awarded a Finnish honorary title in recognition of his lifelong work in the building industry and…

Ruukki roofs and VILPE pass-throughs are a perfect match

Ruukki Construction and VILPE have cooperated for several decades. This close cooperation is based upon high levels of innovativeness to…

Unique products call for unique production solutions

VILPE’s automation solutions enable efficient production and better workplace ergonomics. According to Production Manager Harri Heiskanen, the future will see…

Many fields combine their know-how in R&D

One of the cornerstones of VILPE’s success is its innovative research and development (R&D) department which the company has invested…

A sense of solidarity is a resource at VILPE

We have a large number of skilled professionals working at VILPE. Four VILPE employees with long careers behind them describe…

Plastics is a common material within the construction industry

The construction industry uses plastics for a range of different things. For instance, in a new house plastic is needed…

How to cool your apartment during a heat wave

The sun is shining and mercury soars. During summer heat waves, apartments can feel boiling hot. Here are some advice…

Digitalization has facilitated business for Onninen

The whole sale firm Onninen has been in the building industry since 1913. The building industry is in constant change….

Raw material shortage causes delivery problems and price increase

The demand for our products is currently higher than normal. At the same time, we have got problems with components…

Automated and self-optimised injection moulding machines inform users when service is needed

The current trend with injection moulding machines is automation and self-optimisation. In the future, injection moulding machines tell the user…

Insurance claims uncertain for roof repairs

Insurance claims were considered uncertain for roof and roof structure repairs in a study carried out by the research firm…

Smart roof and its benefits

What is a smart roof? A smart roof is a roof that has independent functions. The operation of a smart…

Active product development unites ebm-papst and VILPE

The future looks bright for ebm-papst, the world’s largest fan manufacturer. Nowadays people are more informed of the problems with…

2.5 million investment in VILPE’s factory in Korsholm

Family business VILPE invests 2.5 million euros in expanding the factory and office in Korsholm, Finland. The investment also includes…

Research: Higher sick-leave rates for people working in buildings with poor indoor air

Saving on ventilation can become expensive. A study documents higher sick-leave rates for people working in buildings with a poor…

Research: People overestimate the costs of ventilation

A survey of building industry stakeholders reveals that people within the industry overestimate the costs of ventilation and have a…

VILPE Sense warns for risk factors for mould growth in structures

VILPE Sense is a demand-based and automatic moisture management system for constructions and it is designed to keep the structures…

Ordering VILPE products in customised colours – choose a colour that match or contrast the building

Colour matters especially with wall-mounted products. Usually, the best way to fulfil an architect’s vision would be to use products…

The Story of VILPE IO: How Did We Design It?

When ventilation using exterior wall-mounted exhausts and air intakes was allowed in 2018, it was clear VILPE was going to…

JanLa considers sustainability as a competitive advantage on the market

A strong focus on quality products is a common denominator for the business of VILPE and JanLa. JanLa is a…

Product launch: Acid-resistant steel roof drains

We have complemented the roof drain selection with new roof drains which are made of acid-resistant steel. With the new…

Information about Covid-19

Updated on April 1st, 2021 We are monitoring the COVID-19 situation closely and we have taken numerous actions to promote…

7 reasons to choose the VILPE FLOW 315–630S pass-through

A ready-made VILPE pass-through is now available for exhaust vents with a duct size of ⌀ 315–630 mm. This article…

Do not try this at home – intake vents must not be closed during winter

It is winter and freezing cold outside. Chilly air flows into your apartment through the intake vents. It feels tempting…

Dahl wants to be a strong local actor

Teemu Korpela, Purchase Manager at the whole sale firm Dahl, thinks the company’s success stems from its professional partners and…

Radon removal – how to prevent radon gas from entering your home

Radon is an odourless and invisible radioactive gas which can contaminate indoor air. It moves into houses from the soil…

All green Croco fasteners are adjustable

VILPE’s Croco selection has been renewed. Starting 2021, all green Croco fasteners can be attached using either an adjustable screw,…

More support for women’s and youth’s sports: VILPE and Royals expand their collaboration

The main sponsor of Wasa Royals varsity team, VILPE Oy is expanding its collaboration with the association. The company from…

Growing popularity of smart control systems

This article series presents our important partners. The popularity of smart control systems is ever growing, one of VILPE partners,…

Two improved features of FLOW 110 cowls – deliveries began January 18th

At VILPE, product development is not just about creating new solutions but we also spend time to develop our existing…

Catalogue 2021 is now available

VILPE’s catalogue 2021 has been published on our website. What’s new in the catalogue product selection? The extensive product selection…

Mixture of raw material, colourant and UV stabilator is the recipe for our colour guarantee

Harsh Nordic weather conditions place extraordinary demand on the material used on roofs and wall-mounted products. As products on the…

Christmas charity donations

Every year, we make charity donations during the Christmas season. We are happy to be able to support charity organisations…

Regular filter change makes the intake vent function properly

The VILPE Wive intake vent comes with a M5 classified filter that keeps impurities out of the building. In order…

VILPE has been awarded the Achievers certificate

VILPE has been awarded the Achievers certificate in recognition of the company’s excellent financial performance. The certificate was granted by…

Roof fan solutions

A roof fan is the multifunction product of ventilation. Check out the list of different possibilities our roof fan solutions…

Low-carbon construction towards a carbon neutral society

The Finnish government aims to make Finland a carbon neutral country by the year 2035. To achieve this, it is…

Save hundreds of euros a year with VILPE’s energy efficient exhaust vents

Skillful HVAC planning is a key factor when designing energy efficient buildings, as making the correct product choices will reduce…

Advice for roof inspection and maintenance

We recommend that a roof inspection should be perform at least twice a year. When you inspect the condition of…

Research: Bad indoor air impacts sleep quality

Do you have trouble sleeping? A study suggests that bad indoor air might be the culprit. The study results show…

Research: Poor indoor air reduces cognitive performance

Research has found that working in a room with poor indoor air significantly decreases cognitive productivity. These results call for…

VILPE improves the management of energy flows with major investment in ground source energy

VILPE Oy is making a major investment in improving the management of energy flows in its Mustasaari factory by replacing…

VILPE IO wall-mounted products for intake and exhaust air have been granted the SERT R072 certificate

The VILPE IO 125 and VILPE IO 160 are among the first wall-mounted products for intake and exhaust air that…

VILPE Wive intake vent helps to prevent condensation and optimizes air flow

Building structures can suffer from serious problems if condensation forms in an intake vent. Leaking water from an intake vent…

The modern VILPE FLOW model has replaced the traditional cowl

The VILPE FLOW products have replaced products with the traditional VILPE cowls. These products include exhaust ventilation pipes, Alipai underpressure…

VILPE Wive: Fresh air with style

Fresh air with style The task of an intake vent is to bring in fresh air into the house. You…

VILPE has been awarded the Key Flag symbol as a sign of Finnish work

Press release 18.5.2020 VILPE has been awarded the Key Flag as a sign of Finnish work The Association for Finnish…