NSF Int'l Develops Certification Services for PVC Water Main Pipe
August 29, 2008 // Published as a news service by IHS
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Requests from the plumbing industry prompted NSF International to expand its services for polyvinyl chloride (PVC) water main piping products including evaluating and certifying PVC pipes that meet Underwriters Laboratories (UL) 1285 - Pipe and Couplings, PVC for Underground Fire Service performance requirements.
These devices include PVC and molecular oriented polyvinyl chloride (PVCO) pressure pipe, couplings and gaskets for use in underground fire service systems and connections to such systems.
Since the requirements of UL 1285 and American Water Works Association (AWWA) C900 - PVC Pressure Pipe and Fabricated Fittings, 4-Inch through 12-Inch, for Water Distribution standards are similar, NSF can bundle these services to offer a listing to UL 1285, AWWA C900 and NSF 14 - Plastics Piping System Components and Related Materials, said NSF International.
These specifications include dimensions, testing and toxicology to make sure pipe is safer for customers and the environment. NSF International's listing program meets the listing requirements in National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 24 - Standard for the Installation of Private Fire Service Mains and their Appurtenances.
NSF International is also a nationally recognized testing laboratory by the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration for UL 1285.
Source: NSF International.