About
MPS Global: Connecting the Past to Improve the Future
In 1977, Connexus mechanical interference joint technology was developed in Houston, Texas. Over a span of thirteen years, founders, Herbert Green and Major Butler, refined and improved the pipe connection technology and equipment. In 1990, the Connexus technology was successfully introduced in the former Soviet Union for use in pipe projects with outstanding results. The reliability of pipelines, and the speed at which they could be deployed was dramatically improved. MPS Global is proud of the proven Connexus technology — we are building on the success of the past to connect the future.

Our Team

Lee Harwood
CEO and Partner

Will Lamberth
Technical Director

Richard Newman
Director of Business Development

Maurik Boterenbrood
Marketing Associate

Kai Stratmann
Partner
Reliable, Global Partnership
Interpipe, Inc. serves as the commercial partner to MPS Global. Interpipe specializes in supplying high spec, large diameter steel pipes and pipe products to the energy industry worldwide. Interpipe provides consistent, reliable service to meet customer requirements and timelines, ensuring products meet the business needs of customers.
Sustainability and Environmental Commitment
MIF technology has been used for over 50 years to safely and successfully connect pipe-joints worldwide. Projects utilizing the Connexus MIF technology require less heavy equipment and less personnel which can significantly reduce the carbon footprint for a project.
MPS Global is committed to less material waste, less pollution and improved environmental performance.
Industry Leaders
Proven Technology
The Connexus process produces strong, repeatable, permanent joints designed to withstand internal pressure and external loadings.
Quality Control
Our field quality assurance program ensures critical connection parameters are met for every assembled connection.
Cost Effective Solution
The Connexus system is a streamlined and repeatable process, requiring less equipment and labor. It reduces the variable costs associated with traditional welding.
Dedicated Service
Connexus machines have successfully performed on virtually every type of terrain and under severe weather conditions.
Technology

Connexus Mechanical Interference
The interference, metal-to-metal fit, is achieved by inserting a carefully tapered pin end into an expanded belled end.

Connexus Epoxy Seal
The epoxy seal created when one pipe is inserted into the other creates a flexible, airtight and corrosive resistant wall at the connection point of the joint.

Connexus Process
The interference fit is responsible for the axial load carrying capacity of the joint, relying on contact stresses between the pin and bell for strength.