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BS EN 15389:2008 Industrial valves - Performance characteristics of thermoplastic valves when used as construction products - 5 Year Systematic Review

What is it?:
This European Standard specifies performance requirements and means for evaluation of conformity for valves of thermoplastic material, by reference to product standards, for use in building and civil engineering applications for the delivery of liquid and gaseous fluids. It also contains information required for the purposes of regulatory marking.

Why Is it Important?:
Thermoplastic valves in conformity with this European Standard should be considered suitable for drinking water applications. The standard is a harmonised standard to the Construction Products Directive. It was last revised in 2008. It is subject to the 5 year review.

Published: 22nd March 2018