Certification
For a product to be used in a potable water environment, it must pass a gauntlet of tests. Several organizations coordinate the testing and review process to ensure the safety of our water supply. The entire process includes direct testing of the epoxy used to line the pipes and a thorough inspection of both manufacturing and warehousing locations. Rikos guarantees their products have passed all testing and safety requirements.
Rikos secures certifications with various regulatory bodies to ensure that its processes and epoxies meet the highest standards.
NSF/ANSI Standard 61
Rikos’ epoxy is IAPMO tested to NSF/ANSI Standard 61 the government standard for safe drinking water. This standard has been in place since 1988 and has been used to certify over 12,000 products.
Rikos’ epoxy is:
Safe to use for drinking water
Approved for use in pipes where the water temperature can reach up to 180°F (commercial Hot)
Approved for an 8 hour final cure time and return to service
Visit www.iapmo.org for more information on our epoxy and Canadian certification requirements.
IGC 189-2006
Rikos’ epoxy is also certified to meet IGC 189, the standard set by IAPMO for the internal coating of metal water pipes with an epoxy coating.
Testing and Review Organizations
For more information on testing and review organizations, see our LINKS page