When purchasing malleable cast iron fittings, it is important to understand the technical differences between products and the standards, legislation or regulations applicable, to ensure that only fittings of the appropriate type, grade and technical delivery conditions and standards are specified or selected for the application(s) concerned.
This includes the user ensuring the suitability of the products for the operating pressure and temperature ranges required. We encourage our members to undertake appropriate due diligence to ensure that any additional manufacturer’s product claims, above and beyond those listed within the relevant standard(s), are supported with the appropriate technical statements.
BMTFA’s new industry information pack has been prepared by members and the BMTFA Technical Committee, which is made up of building services product specialist and applications engineers. Information is provided for guidance only with the view to help improve awareness of malleable iron fittings. Equally we cannot recommend whether certain products should be used in place of those that have been certified to a standard.
Information pack disclaimer: While care has been taken to ensure that information supplied within this document is accurate, members of the BMTFA accept no responsibility or liability arising from any for errors or for information contained in this guidance. Our primary concern is to ensure that products comply with the applicable standards and users ensure that the products are fit-for-purpose.
Our technical focus is to ensure the quality of all products supplied in or imported into the UK satisfy the specifications of the UK markets. However, before relying on any guidance or information which the BMTFA supply, the recipient should satisfy themselves of the accuracy and appropriateness of the guidance and information. They should also satisfy themselves as to the suitability of products for the intended application and associated operating conditions and/or any relevant regulatory or legislative requirements that may apply (please refer to our Terms and Conditions for additional details).
