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Evaluation Guideline

for the Kiwa product certificate for piping systems

of PVC for the transport of drinking water and raw
water
 Preface Kiwa

This evaluation guideline has been prepared by the Kiwa Board of Experts Water cycle (CWK),
wherein all the relevant parties in the field of piping systems of PVC for the transport of drinking
water and raw water are represented. These Boards of Experts also supervises the certification
activities and where necessary require the evaluation guideline to be revised. This Board of
Experts also guides the performance of certification and updates this evaluation guideline in
case necessary. Wherever the term “Board of Experts” is written in this evaluation guideline,
the above- mentioned Board of Experts is meant.

This evaluation guideline will be used by Kiwa in conjunction with the Kiwa Regulations for
Product certification. This regulation details the method employed by Kiwa for conducting the
necessary investigations prior to issuing the product certificate and the method of external
control.

The product requirements and test methods for components of PVC-U are based on NEN-EN-
ISO 1452, parts 1, 2, 3, and 5. De product requirements and test methods for PVC-O pipes are
based on NEN-ISO 16422. The evaluation guideline contains additional requirements and test
methods set by the Board of Experts.

Kiwa Nederland B.V.

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The Netherlands

Tel. +31 70 414 44 00

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The use of this evaluation guideline by third parties, for any purpose whatsoever, is only allowed after a written
agreement is made with Kiwa to this end.

Validation
This evaluation guideline has been validated by the Director Certification and Inspection of Kiwa on
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 Contents

Preface Kiwa 1

1 Introduction 6
1.1 General 6
1.2 Field of application 6
1.3 Acceptance of test reports provided by the supplier 6
1.4 Quality declaration 6

2 Terms and definitions 7

2.1 Abbreviations, terms and definitions 7

3 Procedure for granting the quality declaration 12

3.1 Pre-certification tests 12
3.2 Granting the quality declaration 12

4 Requirements and test methods 13

4.1 General 13
4.2 Requirements to avoid deterioration of the quality of drinking water 13
4.3 Material 13
4.3.1 General 13
4.3.2 VCM content in material 14
4.3.3 Density 14
4.3.4 K value 14
4.3.5 Classification and verification of the material 14
4.4 Rubber 15
4.5 Glues 15
4.6 General characteristics of the products 15
4.6.1 Appearance 15
4.6.2 Colour 15
4.6.3 Opacity 15
4.7 Changes 15
4.8 Requirements for joints 16
4.8.1 Fittings with elastomeric sealing rings 16
4.8.2 Long-term leaktightness under internal pressure of PVC-U solvent cemented joints 16
4.8.3 Saddles of PVC-U 16
4.9 Protection products during storage and transport 17

5 Product requirements and test methods for PVC pipes 18

5.1 General 18
5.2 PVC-U 18
5.2.1 Material 18
5.2.2 General characteristics 18
5.2.3 Geometrical characteristics 18
5.2.4 Classification of the pipe 21
5.2.5 Mechanical characteristics 22

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 5.2.6 Physical characteristics 23
5.2.7 Marking of PVC-U drinking water pipes 23
5.3 PVC-O (biaxial oriented PVC-U) 24
5.3.1 General 24
5.3.2 Material 24
5.3.3 General characteristics 25
5.3.4 Geometrical characteristics 25
5.3.5 Classification of biaxial oriented pipe 26
5.3.6 Verification relation between orientation level and MRS 26
5.3.7 Orientation level 26
5.3.8 Mechanical characteristics 27
5.3.9 Physical characteristics 28
5.3.10 Marking of PVC-O drinking water pipes 28

6 Product requirements and test methods for PVC fittings 29

6.1 General 29
6.2 Fittings with elastomeric sealing rings 29
6.2.1 Rubber 29
6.2.2 Material 29
6.2.3 General characteristics 29
6.2.4 Geometrical characteristics 29
6.2.5 Mechanical characteristics 30
6.2.6 Physical characteristics 32
6.2.7 Marking of elastimeric ring seal fittings 32
6.3 Fittings for solvent cemented joint 34
6.3.1 Glue instruction 34
6.3.2 Material 34
6.3.3 General characteristics 34
6.3.4 Geometrical characteristics 34
6.3.5 Mechanical characteristics 35
6.3.6 Physical characteristics 36
6.3.7 Marking of PVC-U and PVC-UH fittings voor solvent cementing joints 37
6.4 Bends made from pipe 38
6.4.1 General 38
6.4.2 Geometrical characteristics 38
6.4.3 Bend ends 39
6.4.4 Bends with sockets for solvent cementing 39
6.4.5 Mechanical characteristics 39
6.4.6 Markings bends made from PVC-U drinking water pipes 40

7 Product requirements and test methods for special fittings 41

7.1 General 41
7.2 Saddles of PVC-U 41
7.2.1 General 41
7.2.2 Material 41
7.2.3 Elastomeric rings 41
7.2.4 General characteristics 41
7.2.5 Construction and design 41
7.2.6 Geometrical characteristics 42
7.2.7 Screw-thread in the saddles 42
7.2.8 Mechanical characteristics 43
7.2.9 Physical characteristics 45
7.3 End-load-bearing double-sockets of PE and PVC 47
7.3.1 General 47

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 7.3.2 Material 47
7.3.3 Elastomeric sealing rings 47
7.3.4 Adhesives and cleaning products 47
7.3.5 Locking device and its components 47
7.3.6 General characteristics 47
7.3.7 Geometrical characteristics 48
7.3.8 Mechanical characteristics 49
7.3.9 Physical characteristics 49
7.3.10 Joint requirements end-load-bearing double socket coulpers 49
7.3.11 Marking end-load-bearing fittings of PE and PVC-U for drinking water pipes 50
7.4 Injection moulded PVC fittings with flange connections 51
7.4.1 General 51
7.4.2 Material 51
7.4.3 Rubber 51
7.4.4 General characteristics 51
7.4.5 Geometrical characteristics 51
7.4.6 Mechanical characteristics 52
7.4.7 Joint requirements 52
7.4.8 Markings of injection moulded PVC-U fittings with flange connections voor drinking
water pipes 54

8 Requirements in respect of the quality system 55

8.1 Manager of the quality system 55
8.2 Internal quality control/quality plan 55
8.3 Control of test and measuring equipment 55
8.4 Procedures and working instructions 55

9 Summary of tests and inspections 56

9.1 Test matrix voor PVC-U pipes 56
9.2 Test matrix for PVC-O pipes 57
9.3 Test matrix for fittings with elastomeric sealing rings 58
9.4 Test matrix of fittings for solvent cementing 59
9.5 Test matrix bends made from pipe 60
9.6 Test matrix saddles of PVC-U 61
9.7 Test matrix end-load-bearing double sockets of PE and PVC 62
9.8 Test matrix for injection moulded PVC fittings with flange connections 63
9.9 Inspection of the quality system 63

10 Agreements on the implementation of certification 64

10.1 General 64
10.9 Interpretation of requirements 67

11 Titles of standards 68
11.1 Public regulation 68
11.2 Standards / normative documents 68

I Model certificate (informative) 71

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 II Model IQC scheme (informative) 73

III Maximum allowable operating pressure (PFA) and de-rating factors 74

IV Design coefficient 75

V Guidance for prevention of contamination during transport and storage

of new products 76

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 1 Introduction

1.1 General
This evaluation guideline includes all relevant requirements which are adhered to by
Kiwa as the basis for the issue and maintenance of a product certificate for piping
systems of PVC for the transport of drinking water and raw water.

This evaluation guideline replaces BRL-K17301 dated 2014-12-12. Certificates issued

on the basis of this guideline lose their validity after date 20jj-mm-dd.

For the performance of its certification work, Kiwa is bound to the requirements as
included in NEN-EN-ISO/IEC 17065 “Conformity assessment - Requirements for
bodies certifying products, processes and services”.

At setting the requirements the uncertainties of the measurements are taken into
account. This implies that drawing conclusions whether requirements are fulfilled
these uncertainties do not need to be weighted anymore.

1.2 Field of application

The products are intended to be applied in piping systems for the transport of drinking
water till a temperature of 20 °C which are not exposed to sunlight.

This guideline also applies to unplasticized polyvinylchloride (PVC-U) and oriented

polyvinylchloride (PVC-O) piping systems for the transport of drinking water and raw
water heated till a temperature of 45 °C. For temperatures between 25 °C and 45 °C
a de-rating factor is applicable for the calculation of the maximum permissible working
pressure in these piping systems (see annex III).

For the complete system of pipes and fittings applies that the working pressure is
equal or lower than the nominal pressure of the component with the lowest nominal
pressure. In practice the working pressure shall be less than the nominal pressure.

1.3 Acceptance of test reports provided by the supplier

If the supplier provides reports from test institutions or laboratories to prove that the
products meet the requirements of this evaluation guideline, the supplier shall prove
that these reports have been drawn up by an institution that complies with the
applicable accreditation standards, namely:
 NEN-EN-ISO/IEC 17020 for inspection bodies;
 NEN-EN-ISO/IEC 17021-1 for certification bodies certifying systems;
 NEN-EN-ISO/IEC 17024 for certification bodies certifying persons;
 NEN-EN-ISO/IEC 17025 for laboratories;
 NEN-EN-ISO/IEC 17065 for certification bodies certifying products.

Remark:
This requirement is considered to be fulfilled when a certificate of accreditation can be
shown, issued either by the Board of Accreditation (RvA) or by one of the institutions
with which an agreement of mutual acceptance has been concluded by the RvA. The
accreditation shall refer to the examinations as required in this evaluation guideline.
When no certificate of accreditation can be shown, Kiwa shall verify whether the
accreditation standard is fulfilled.

1.4 Quality declaration

The quality declaration to be issued by Kiwa is described as Kiwa product certificate.
A model of the certificate to be issued on the basis of this Evaluation Guideline has
been included as information in annex I.

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 2 Terms and definitions
In this evaluation guideline the following terms and definitions are applicable:

Evaluation Guideline (BRL): the agreements made within the Board of Experts on
the subject of certification.

Board of Experts: The Board of Experts water Cycle (CWK).

Supplier: the party that is responsible for ensuring that the products meet and
continue to meet the requirements on which the certification is based.

IQC scheme: a description of the quality inspections carried out by the supplier as
part of his quality system.

Product requirements: requirements made specific by means of measures or

figures, focusing on (identifiable) characteristics of products and containing a limiting
value to be achieved, which limiting value can be calculated or measured in an
unequivocal manner.

Pre-certification tests: tests in order to ascertain that all the requirements recorded
in the Evaluation Guideline are met.

Inspection tests: tests carried out after the certificate has been granted in order to
ascertain whether the certified products continue to meet the requirements recorded
in the Evaluation Guideline.

Product certificate: a document, in which Kiwa declares that a product may, on

delivery, be deemed to comply with the product specification recorded in the product
certificate.

Tap water: (origin NEN 1006:2002): water intended for drinking, cooking, food
preparation or other domestic purposes.

Raw water: water that is used for the production of tap water (drinking water).

Special fitting: fitting with an extra function.

Gluing, solvent cementing : the process wherein the pipe and the fitting or a fitting
and another fitting are connected to each other using a solvent-containing adhesive.

Spigot end fitting: fitting where the outer diameter of the spigot end is equal to the
nominal outside diameter dn of the corresponding pipe.

End-load bearing joint: joint that can resist axial loads without external mechanical
support.

Non-end-load bearing joint: joint that cannot resist an axial load without external
mechanical support.

2.1 Abbreviations, terms and definitions

In this evaluation guideline the terms and definitions listed in NEN-EN-ISO 1452: 1, 2,
3, 4 and 5 and listed in table 1 apply.

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 Table 1 – Abbreviations, terms and definitions which are applicable to this BRL.
Abbreviation Term Definition
λa Orientation level in Is the ratio between the length of the test
axial direction piece before heat treatment and the lowest
measured length after the heat treatment: λa
= lo / li.
λt Orientation level in in Is the ration between the circumference of
tangential direction the test piece before (dco) and after (dci)
heat treatment: λt = dco / dci. The orientation
ratio in tangential direction is the lowest
measured value.
dn Nominal diameter Specified diameter assigned to a nominal
size.

Note 1:
According to NEN-EN-ISO 1452, the
nominal (outside) diameter of a
thermoplastics pipe or a spigot, is equal to
its minimum mean outside diameter, dem,min.

Note 2:
The nominal (inside) diameter of the socket
of a fitting, pipe, valve or of ancillary
equipment is equal to the nominal (outside)
diameter of the connecting pipe for which
they are designed.

Note 3:
The nominal diameter is expressed in
millimetres.
de Outside diameter at Value of the measurement of the outside
any point diameter through its cross-section at any
point of a pipe, rounded up to the nearest
0,1 mm
dem Mean outside Value of the measurement of the outer
diameter circumference of a pipe or spigot end of a
fitting in any cross-section,
divided by π (≈ 3,142), rounded up to the
nearest 0,1 mm
dem,min Minimum outside The minimum value of the mean outside
diameter diameter as specified in this BRL. The value
is equal to the nominal outside diameter dn
and is expressed in mm
dem,max Maximum outside The maximum value of the mean outside
diameter diameter as specified in this BRL. The value
is equal to the nominal outside diameter dn
and is expressed in mm
di Inside diameter at any Value of the measurement of the inside
point diameter through its cross-section at any
point of a pipe, rounded up to the nearest
0,1 mm
dim Mean inside diameter Mean inside diameter determined according
to NEN-EN-ISO 3126: clause 5.3.4

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 dim.min Minimum inside The minimum value of the mean inside
diameter diameter as specified in this BRL. The value
is expressed in mm
dim,max Maximum inside The maximum value of the mean inside
diameter diameter as specified in this BRL. The value
is expressed in mm
e Wall thickness Value of the wall thickness of the pipe or
fitting.
ey Wall thickness at any Value of the measurement of the wall
point thickness at any point around the
circumference of a pipe or fitting, rounded
up to the nearest 0,1
en Nominal wall The wall thickness according to the
thickness corresponding table in ISO 4064 and equal
to the minimum allowable wall thickness at
any point, ey,min
em Mean wall thickness Arithmetical mean of at least four
measurements of the wall thickness,
regularly spaced around the circumference
and in the same cross-section of a
component, including the measured
minimum and the
measured maximum values of the wall
thickness in that cross-section. De value is
rounded up to the nearest 0,1 mm.

Tolerance out-of- dem,max – dem,min

roundness
Measured out-of- Difference between the measured maximum
roundness and the measured minimum outside
diameter in the same cross-section
of a pipe.
Tolerance Permitted variation of the specified value of
a quantity, expressed as the difference
between the permitted maximum and the
permitted minimum value
SDR Standard dimension Numerical designation of a pipe series
ratio which is a convenient round number
approximately equal to the
dimension ratio of the nominal outside
diameter, dn, and the nominal wall
thickness, en

Note: According to ISO 4065, the standard

dimension ratio, SDR, and the pipe series S
are related as given in the following
equation:

SDR = 2 S + 1
S Pipe series Dimensionless number for pipe designation.

Note: The pipe series S is related to a given

pipe geometry as given in the following
equation:

𝑆𝐷𝑅 − 1 𝑑𝑛 − 𝑒𝑛
𝑆= =
2 2×𝑒𝑛

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 σLPL Lower prediction limit Quantity which can be considered as a
material property, representing the 97,5 %
lower confidence limit of the
predicted long-term hydrostatic strength at
20 °C for 50 years with internal water
pressure.

Note: σLPL is expressed in megapascals

(MPa).
MRS Minimum required Value of σLPL, rounded to the next lower
strength value of the R10 series when σLPL is below
10 MPa, or to the next lower value of the
R20 series when σLPL is 10 MPa or greater.

Note: The R10 and R20 series are the basic

series of preferred numbers conforming to
ISO 3 and ISO 497.
C Design coefficient Overall coefficient with a value greater than
1,00, which takes into consideration service
conditions as well as properties of the
components of a piping system other than
those represented in the lower predictive
limit (LPL)
σs Design stress Allowable stress for a given application at
20 °C.

Note 1: It is derived from the MRS by

dividing it by the coefficient, C, using the
following equation:

𝑀𝑅𝑆
𝜎𝑠 =
𝐶

Note 2: Design stress is expressed in

megapascals (MPa).
PN Nominal pressure Numerical designation used for reference
purposes related to the mechanical
characteristics of a component
of a piping system

Note 1: A pressure in bar, numerically equal

to PN is identical to the (maximum)
allowable working pressure (PFA), when
both pressures are taken at 20 ° C.

Note 2: For plastics piping systems, it

corresponds to the allowable operating
pressure, in bar 1), conveying water at
20 °C during 50 years, as given in the
following equation:
20×𝑀𝑅𝑆
𝑃𝑁 =
𝐶×(𝑆𝐷𝑅 − 1)

MRS is expressed in MPa

PN is expressed in bars

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 PFA (Maximum) allowable Maximum hydrostatic pressure which a
operating pressure component is capable of withstanding
continuously in service (excluding surge).

Note: For water temperatures up to and

including 25 °C: PFA = PN

For water temperatures above 25 °C: PFA:

PFA = fT × PN

where
fT is the derating factor depending on water
temperature;
PN is the nominal pressure.

In cases where a further derating factor for

application is required: PFA = fA × fT × PN,
where fA is the factor depending on
the application.

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 3 Procedure for granting the quality
declaration

3.1 Pre-certification tests

The pre-certification tests to be performed are based on the (product) requirements
as contained in this evaluation guideline, including the test methods, and comprise of,
depending on the nature of the product to be certified, the following:
 type testing to determine whether the products comply with the product and/or
functional requirements;
 assessment of the production process;
 assessment of the quality system and the IQC-scheme;
 assessment on the presence and functioning of the remaining procedure.

3.2 Granting the quality declaration

After finishing the pre-certification tests, the results are presented to the decision
maker (see 10.4) deciding on granting of the certificate. This person evaluates the
results and decides whether the certificate can be granted or if additional data and/or
tests are necessary.

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 4 Requirements and test methods

4.1 General
This chapter contains the requirements the piping systems for the transport of
drinking water and raw water have to fulfil, as well as the test methods to determine if
the requirements are meet.

4.2 Requirements to avoid deterioration of the quality of drinking water

In the Netherlands the following government regulation apply to prevent degradation
of the tap water quality.

Products and materials, which (may) come into contact with water, drinking water or
warm tap water, are not allowed to release substances in such quantities which can
jeopardise the health of the consumer or the quality of the drinking water. For that the
products or materials have to meet the toxicological, microbiological and
organoleptical requirements which are laid down in the valid “Ministerial Regulation
materials and chemicals drinking water- and warm tap water supply” (published in the
Government Gazette). This means that de procedure for obtaining a recognised
quality declaration, as meant in the valid Regulation, has to be concluded with
positive results.

Products and materials with a quality declaration, issued by e.g. a foreign

certification institute, are allowed to be used in the Netherlands, provided that the
Minister has declared this quality declaration equivalent to the quality declaration as
meant in the Regulation.

4.3 Material

4.3.1 General
The pipes, fittings and valves must be manufactured from unplasticized polyvinyl
chloride (PVC-U) to which only those additives may be added which are strictly
required for:
 the manufacturing of the raw material;
 the production of pipes with the required characteristics and the desired
colour.

None of these additives may be separately or together be present in the raw material
in such amounts that risk with regard to toxicity may occur, problems of organic
nature, grow of bacterium or that the ability for gluing of the pipes is negatively
affected. The same applies in respect of the chemical and physical properties of the
products.

The supplier is allowed to use broken, earlier processed material for the
manufacturing of the pipes, provided that the material originates from own production.
The supplier shall demonstrate that the characteristics of the products manufactured
from reprocessed material fulfil the requirements of this evaluation guideline.
The supplier shall keep records of the reprocessed material in such a way that the
pipes concerned are recognisable for the certification body.


A quality declaration issued by an independent certification institute in another member state of the
European Community than the Netherlands or another state party to the agreement to the European
Economic Area, is equivalent to a recognised quality declaration, to the extent that, to the judgment of the
Minister of the first mentioned quality declaration, is fulfilled the at least equivalent requirements as meant
in the Regulation materials and chemicals drinking water- and warm tap water supply.

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 4.3.2 VCM content in material
The volume vinyl chloride monomer (VCM) in the resin used in PVC-U
compound/formulation shall be less than ± 0,000 1 %. The VCM content shall be
determined by means of gas-phase chromatography using the "headspace"
method in accordance with NEN-EN-ISO 6401.

4.3.3 Density
The density of the material shall be determined according to NEN-EN-ISO 1183-1.
The material shall have a density greater than or equal to 1350 kg/m3 and smaller or
equal to 1460 kg/m3.

4.3.4 K value
The K value of the raw material for the production of pipes shall be at least 65,0 when
determined according to NEN-EN-ISO 13229.

The K value of the raw material for the production of fittings shall be at least 55,0
when determined according to NEN-EN-ISO 13229.

4.3.5 Classification and verification of the material

4.3.5.1 Classification of compounds in pipe form

Compounds or formulations shall be designated according to NEN-EN-ISO
1452-1:2009, clause 4.4.1.

4.3.5.2 Verification of compounds in pipe form

Compounds or formulations shall be verified according to NEN-EN-ISO 1452-1:2009,
clause 4.4.2.

Examples of the test parameters for the verification tests are listed in NEN-EN-ISO
1452-1:2009, table 2.

For the convenience of the reader in this evaluation guideline also a table with
examples of test parameters is listed (table 2) with additional values for an exposure
time of 1 and 10 hours and a temperature of 40 °C.

Table 2 – Examples of test parameters for verification tests

Duration (hours) Temperature (°C) Stress, σ, (MPa)
1 20 42,00
10 20 38,31
100 20 35,00
1000 20 31,87
5000 20 29,90
1 40 30,03
10 40 26,53
100 40 23,45
1000 40 20,73
5000 40 19,01
1 60 17,01
10 60 14,25
100 60 11,95
1000 60 10,00
5000 60 8,85

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 4.3.5.3 Pipe material
The pipe material shall have a minimum required strength (MRS) of at least 25 MPa.
For testing pieces of pipe shall be used.

4.3.5.4 Material of fittings

The fitting material shall have a minimum required strength (MRS) as defined in NEN-
EN-ISO 1452-1:2009, clause 4.4.1.

The supplier shall confirm the MRS value by testing as described in NEN-EN-ISO
1452-1:2009, clause 4.4.1, clause 4.4.2 or clause 4.4.3, respectively.

The material of the fittings shall be designated as PVC-U or PVC-UH.

Note: for testing, NEN-EN 12107 can be used for guidance.

4.4 Rubber
In case rubber sealing elements are present in the joints, the rubber elements shall
meet the requirements of Kiwa BRL-K17504.

4.5 Glues
In case glued joints are applied, the glue shall meet the requirements of Kiwa BRL-
K525.

4.6 General characteristics of the products

Characteristics of the products

4.6.1 Appearance
When viewed without magnification, the internal and external surfaces shall be
smooth, clean and free from scoring, cavities and other surface defects. The ends
shall be smooth and perpendicular in relation to the pipe axis.

4.6.2 Colour
The colour of the products shall be grey, blue cream or white with blue strips. The
cream colour is not allowed for pipes intended for aboveground application.

4.6.3 Opacity
Products intended for aboveground application must be coloured in such a way that
the walls do not let through more than 0,2 % light when tested in accordance with
NEN-EN-ISO 7686.

4.7 Changes
After significant change to the product or the production process it is necessary to
determine if the products still meet the requirements.
All intended changes by the supplier shall be notified in writing to the certification
body. The certification body shall determine what constitutes a significant change
Once it is determined that the products with the proposed change meet the
requirements of this BRL, the change may be implemented in the production process
of the suppliers.

CEN/TS 1452-7 shall be used as guidance document for changes of the product.

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 4.8 Requirements for joints

4.8.1 Fittings with elastomeric sealing rings

4.8.1.1 Leaktightness under internal pressure and with angular deflection

The leaktightness under internal pressure and with an angular deflection shall be
determined according to NEN-EN-ISO 13845 taking into account the following
additions / modifications:
 Number of test pieces is 3.
 Double sockets or the fittings shall meet the requirements of clause 6.2
 Pipes shall meet the requirements of clause 5.2 or clause 5.3.

The joint fulfils the requirements when during the test no leakage is detected.

4.8.1.2 Leaktightness under negative pressure

The leaktightness under negative pressure shall be determined according to NEN-
EN-ISO 13844 taking into account the following additions / modifications:
 Number of test pieces is 3.
 Double sockets or the fittings shall meet the requirements of clause 6.2
 Pipes shall meet the requirements of clause 5.2 or clause 5.3.

Note: Pressure: 1 bar is 0,1 MPa. In this document with test pressure an over
pressure is meant.

The joint fulfils the requirements when during the prescribed test duration, the
pressure change at the set pressure of -0,1 bar and the set pressure of -0,8 bar is
less than 0,05 bar.

4.8.2 Long-term leaktightness under internal pressure of PVC-U solvent

cemented joints
The long-term leaktightness under internal pressure shall be determined according to
NEN-EN-ISO 13846 taking into account the following additions / modifications:
 Number of test pieces is 3.
 Pipes shall meet the requirements of clause 5.2 or clause 5.3.
 Fitting shall meet the requirements of clause 6.3.
 The free length of the pipe section is 3 x dn with a minimum of 250 mm.
 The test is carried out at a temperature of 40 +3/-1 °C.
 Test duration is 1000 hours.
 Test pressure is 1,3 x PN.

The solvent cementing takes place in accordance with the instructions of the supplier.
The drying time amounts at least 30 days at a temperature of (23 ± 2) °C. In
consultation with the supplier another drying time can be agreed upon. Socket-spigot
fittings (reducing rings) must be solvent cemented in the same manner.

The joint fulfils the requirements when no leakage nor cracking in the assembly are
detected during the test.

4.8.3 Saddles of PVC-U

Test pieces are required which are prepared in accordance with the instructions of the
supplier. For the preparation PVC pipes are required which comply with clause 5.2 or
clause 5.3. The saddles must comply with clause 7.2.
The pipes shall have the same pressure class as the saddles. The test pieces must
be conditioned at least 1 hour before testing at a temperature of 23 ± 2 °C.

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 4.8.3.1 Leaktigthness under internal pressure
The (long-term) leaktightness under internal pressure shall be determined according
to NEN-EN-ISO 13846 taking into account the following additions / modifications:
 Number of test pieces is 3.
 The test shall be performed at a temperature of (23 ± 2) °C.
 Test duration is 10 minutes;
 Test pressure is 1,5 x PN.

The joint fulfils the requirements when no leakage nor cracking in the assembly are
detected during the test.

4.8.3.2 Leaktigthness under negative pressure

The leaktightness under vacuum shall be determined according to NEN-EN 12294
taking into account the following additions / modifications:
 Number of test pieces is 3.
 The test shall be carried out at a test temperature of (23 ± 2) °C.
 Internal pressure regime according to figure 2.

The joint fulfils the requirements when during the prescribed test duration, the
pressure change at the set pressure of -0,1 bar and the set pressure of -0,8 bar is
less than 0,05 bar.

4.8.3.3 Leaktigthness under negative pressure and compression of the pipe

The leaktightness under vacuum and compression of the pipe shall be determined
according to NEN-EN 12294 taking into account the following additions /
modifications:
 Number of test pieces is 1.
 The test shall be carried out at a test temperature of (23 ± 2) °C.
 The test shall be carried out with a negative pressure of -0,5 bar.
 Duration of the test is 10 minutes.
 During the test, the pipe shall be compressed between two flat plates up till
10 % of the nominal diameter of the pipe (see figure 1).

Figure 1 - Test for leaktightness of the pipe under negative pressure and
compression of the pipe

The joint fulfils the requirements when during the prescribed test duration, the
pressure change at the set pressure of -0,5 bar is less than 0,05 bar.

4.9 Protection products during storage and transport

For the purpose of hygienic work, products shall be protected against contamination.
It concerns the surfaces of the product that in the application come into contact with
drinking water. More information is given in see annex V.

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 5 Product requirements and test methods
for PVC pipes

5.1 General
This chapter contains the requirements to which PVC-U and PVC-O pipes for the
transport of drinking water have to comply with.

5.2 PVC-U

5.2.1 Material

5.2.1.1 Pipe material

See 4.3.1.

5.2.1.2 VCM content in material

See 4.3.2.

5.2.1.3 Density
See 4.3.3.

5.2.1.4 K value
See 4.3.4.

5.2.1.5 MRS value

See 4.3.5.

5.2.2 General characteristics

5.2.2.1 Appearance
See 4.6.1.

5.2.2.2 Colour
See 4.6.2.

5.2.2.3 Opacity
See 4.6.3.

5.2.3 Geometrical characteristics

5.2.3.1 Determination of the dimensions

Dimensions shall be determined according to NEN-EN-SO 3126.

5.2.3.2 Nominal diameter of the pipe

The nominal (outside) diameter, dn, of the pipe shall conform to NEN-EN-ISO 1452-
2:2009 table 1.

5.2.3.3 Mean (outside) diameter and tolerances

The mean outside diameter dem of the pipe shall conform to the applicable nominal
outside diameter, dn, within the tolerance given in NEN-EN-ISO 1452-2:2009, table 1.

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 The tolerances for out-of-roundness shall conform to NEN-EN-ISO 1452-2:2009,
table 2.

5.2.3.4 Wall thickness and its tolerances

The nominal wall thickness, en, is classified with the pipe series S. De nominal wall
thickness corresponds to the minimum allowable wall thickness.

The nominal wall thickness shall conform to NEN-EN-ISO 1452-2:2008, table 2, as

appropriate to the pipe series.

The tolerances for wall thickness, e, shall conform to NEN-EN-ISO 1452-2, table 3.

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 Table 4 – Nominal (minimum) wall thickness 2 (dimensions in mm)
Nominal Nominal (minimum) wall thickness
(outside) Pipe series S
diameter S 20 (S 16,7) S 16 S 12,5 S 10 S8 S 6,3 S5
(SDR 41) (SDR 34,4) (SDR 33) (SDR26) (SDR 21) (SDR 17) (SDR 13,6) (SDR 11)
Nominal pressure PN based on design coefficient C = 2,5
dn PN 6 PN 6 PN 8 PN 10 PN 12,5 PN 16 PN 20
12 -- -- -- -- -- -- 1,5
16 -- -- -- -- -- -- 1,5
20 -- -- -- -- -- 1,5 1,9
25 -- -- -- -- 1,5 1,9 2,3
32 -- -- 1,5 1,6 1,9 2,4 2,9
40 -- 1,5 1,6 1,9 2,4 3,0 3,7
50 -- 1,6 2,0 2,4 3,0 3,7 4,6
63 -- 2,0 2,5 3,0 3,8 4,7 5,8
75 -- 2,3 2,9 3,6 4,5 5,6 6,8
90 -- 2,8 3,5 4,3 5,4 6,7 8,2
Nominal pressure PN based on design coefficient C = 2,0 1), 4)
PN 6,3 PN 7,5 4) PN 8 PN 10 PN 12,5 PN 16 PN 20 PN 25
63 2,0 2,0 -- 2,4 3,0 3,8 -- --
75 2,0 2,2 -- 2,9 3,6 4,5 -- --
90 2,2 2,7 -- 3,5 4,3 5,4 -- --
Nominal pressure PN based on design coefficient C = 2,0 1
PN 6 PN 7,5 PN 8 PN 10 PN 12,5 PN 16 PN 20 PN 25
110 2,7 3,2 3,4 4,2 5,3 6,6 8,1 10,0
125 3,1 3,7 3,9 4,8 6,0 7,4 9,2 11,4
140 3,5 4,1 4,3 5,4 6,7 8,3 10,3 12,7
160 4,0 4,7 4,9 6,2 7,7 9,5 11,8 14,6
180 4,4 5,3 5,5 6,9 8,6 10,7 13,3 16,4
200 4,9 5,9 6,2 7,7 9,6 11,9 14,7 18,2
225 5,5 6,6 6,9 8,6 10,8 13,4 16,6 --
250 6,2 7,3 7,7 9,6 11,9 14,8 18,4 --
280 6,9 8,2 8,6 10,7 13,4 16,6 20,6 --
315 7,7 9,2 9,7 12,1 15,0 18,7 23,2 --
355 8,7 10,4 10,9 13,6 16,9 21,1 26,1 --
400 9,8 11,7 12,3 15,3 19,1 23,7 29,4 --
450 11,0 13,2 13,8 17,2 21,5 26,7 33,1 --
500 12,3 14,6 15,3 19,1 23,9 29,7 36,8 --
560 13,7 16,4 17,2 21,4 26,7 -- -- --
630 15,4 18,4 19,3 24,1 30,0 -- -- --
710 17,4 20,7 21,8 27,2 -- -- -- --
800 19,6 23,3 24,5 30,6 -- -- -- --
900 22 26,3 27,6 -- -- -- -- --
1000 24,5 29,2 30,6 -- -- -- -- --
1. To apply a design coefficient of 2,5 (instead of 2,0) for pipes with nominal diameters above 90
mm, the next higher pressure rating, PN, shall be chosen.
2. The nominal wall thicknesses conform to ISO 4065:1996.
3. The PN 6 values for S 20 and S 16 are calculated with the preferred number 6,3.
4. PN 7,5 and a design coefficient C = 2,0 shall be no longer certified, two years after this
evaluation guideline has been validated by Kiwa.

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 5.2.3.5 Length of pipe
The nominal pipe length, l, shall be a minimum length which does not include the
depth of the socketed portions.

5.2.3.6 Dimensions of pipes with integral sockets for solvent cementing joints
The dimensions of sockets for solvent cementing shall preferably comply with the
requirements specified in NEN-EN-ISO 1452-2:2009 clause 6.6.1 and shall be
recorded in the Internal quality control scheme of the supplier.

Note: Values listed in NEN-EN-ISO 1452-2:2009, clause 6.6.1, are mean values.
Values laid down in the IKB scheme of the supplier, could be minimum
values.

5.2.3.7 Dimensions of pipes with integral sockets with rubber sealing rings type joints
The dimensions of sockets for elastomeric ring seal joint shall comply with NEN-EN-
ISO 1452-2:2009, clause 6.6.2.

5.2.3.8 Dimensions of pipe ends

Pipes with plain ends intended to be used with elastomeric ring seal sockets shall be
chamfered as shown in Figure 2. The tapered portion should be smooth and without
damage. The pipe ends shall comply with the requirements listed in table 5.

Table 5 – Dimensions of the tapered end (expressed in mm)

Nominal outside e1 l alpha
diameter dn
greater up and min min min max
than including
- 90 4
90 110 6
110 125 0,50 x emin 7 5° 15°
125 400 8
400 - 10

Figure 2 – Chamfer

Pipes with plain ends intended to be used for solvent cement joints shall have all
sharp edged removed.

5.2.4 Classification of the pipe

Pipes shall be classified according to their nominal pressure (PN) pipe series (S) and
the design stress (σs) according to NEN-EN-ISO 1452-2:2009, chapter 7. See annex
IV for further details.

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5.2.5.1 Resistance to impact

The resistance to impact of pipes shall comply with the requirements specified in
NEN-EN-ISO 1452-2:2009 clause 8.1. The resistance to impact shall be determined
according to ISO 3127. The drop tests shall be carried out with a test temperature of
(0 ± 2) °C. The drop height and the mass of the striker depends on the nominal
diameter of the pipe and is listed in table 6.

Table 6 – Test parameters for the determination of the resistance to impact

Nominal Test level M
diameter Mass of the striker Drop height (m)
(mm) (kg)
20 0,500 0,400
25 0,500 0,500
32 0,500 0,600
40 0,500 0,800
50 0,500 1,000
63 0,800 1,000
75 0,800 1,000
90 0,800 1,200
110 1,000 1,600
125 1,250 2,000
140 1,600 1,800
160 1,600 2,000
180 2,000 1,800
200 2,000 2,000
225 2,500 1,800
250 2,500 2,000
280 3,200 1,800
≥315 3,200 2,000

5.2.5.2 Resistance to internal pressure

The resistance to internal pressure of pipes shall be determined according to NEN-
EN-ISO 1167, all parts. For each combination of temperature and test duration one
test pieces is tested (see table 7). The test pressure shall be calculated in accordance
with NEN-EN-ISO 1167-1:2006, clause 7.2. This means, on the basis of the
measured dimensions of the pipe.

For this test, end caps type A or B in accordance with NEN-EN-ISO 1167-1 may be
used. In case of dispute, end caps type A shall be used.

Note: Type of end caps used during the test has an effect on the test results.

Table 7 – Test parameters for the determination of the resistance to internal

pressure
Temperature Test duration (hours) Circumferential stress in
(°C) pipe wall
(MPa)
20 1 42,0
20 100 35,0
60 1000 12,5 a)
Test: water-in-water
a) If tested with the circumferential stress of 12,5 MPa, due to statistical spread
of the test results, test times less than 1 000 h can be achieved. In this case,
a retest procedure with a circumferential stress of 12,5 MPa or 10,0 MPa

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 shall be performed with pipes of the same production batch and double
sampling. If the retest results are positive, the requirement of the minimum
reference curve for PVC-U 250, given in ISO 1452-1:2009, 4.4.2, is deemed
to be verified.

The test piece meets the requirements as during the test the test piece does not fail.

The resistance to internal pressure of integral sockets on pipes shall comply to NEN-
EN-ISO 1452-2:2009, table 8.

5.2.6 Physical characteristics

When not mentioned otherwise, for the pre-certification tests the number of test
pieces is 3.
The number of test pieces required for the for factory production control and process
control shall be listed in the supplier's IQC scheme.

5.2.6.1 Vicat softening temperature

The Vicat softening temperature of the pipe material shall be ≥ 80 °C when
determined according to NEN-EN 727.

5.2.6.2 Longitudal reversion

The longitudinal reversion after heating and cooling shall be less than 5 % when
determined according to NEN-EN-ISO 2505 taking into account the following
additions / modifications:
 Method: air oven or liquid bath with e.g. glycerine.
 Test temperature (150 ± 2) °C.
 Conditioning time depends on the wall thickness and shall comply to NEN-
EN-ISO 1452-2:2009, clause 9.

5.2.6.3 Resistance to dichloromethane

The resistance of the pipe material to dichloromethane shall be determined according
to NEN-EN 580 13846 taking into account the following additions / modifications:
 Number of test pieces is 1.
 Temperature of the bath is (15 ± 1) °C.
 Immersion time 30 minutes.
 Minimum wall thickness of the test piece is 1,5 mm.

After the test is terminated, there shall be no visible damage as a result of the contact
with dichloromethane.

5.2.7 Marking of PVC-U drinking water pipes

The pipes are provided with at least the following markings:
 or which is allowed for small diameters after consultation
with Kiwa;
 supplier's name, trade name;
 material identification: PVC-U;
 nominal pressure: PN;
 nominal outside diameter and nominal wall thickness in mm;
 production code "year" and "week" 1);
 extruder number 1).
Location of the markings: on each pipe at a spacing of less than 2 m.
The markings shall be clear, legible and indelible affixed on the pipe.

1) May be displayed if desired in code.

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 5.3 PVC-O (biaxial oriented PVC-U)

5.3.1 General
Note 1: Because of the orientation the material has a fibrous layered structure.
Processing on site of the biaxial oriented PVC-U pipes like gluing, sawing and
boring can be done in the same way as with non-oriented PVC-pipes,
however the processed cutting edge can have another appearance.

The supplier shall implement work instructions in his quality system for the processing
of PVC-O pipes.

Note 2: Treatments on site whereby the pipe is heated may cause unwanted
deformations.

Note 3: Fittings for non-oriented PVC-U pipes are also suitable for biaxial oriented
pipes, dependant of the pressure class.

5.3.2 Material

5.3.2.1 Pipe material

See 4.3.1.

5.3.2.2 VCM content

See 4.3.2.

5.3.2.3 Density
See 4.3.3.

5.3.2.4 K value
See 4.3.4.

5.3.2.5 Classification and verification of material

Oriented pipes shall be made of PVC-U with a well-defined orientation level in
circumferential and axial direction. The classification and verification of the MRS
value shall comply to the requirements listed in NEN-ISO 16422. Among other things
this means that the pipe material shall be subjected to tests with internal pressure
according to NEN-EN-ISO 1167 series and the test results shall be evaluated
according to NEN-EN-ISO 9080. For this test, end caps type A or B in accordance
with NEN-EN-ISO 1167-1 may be used.

Note: Type of end cap used during the test has an effect on the test results.

The MRS value shall be classified according to NEN-ISO 16422:2014, clause 7 and
table 8 of this evaluation guideline and specifying the type of end cap (A or B) used
for the classification.

Note: Table 8 is taken from NEN-ISO 16422:2014.

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 Table 8 – Material classification of PVC-O pipes
Pipe Material
classification 315 355 400 450 500
number
MRS (MPa) 31,5 35,5 40 45 50
C 1,6 2 1,6 2 1,6 2 1,4 1,6 2 1,4 1,6 2
σs 20 16 22 18 25 20 32 28 23 36 32 25

See further clause 5.3.6 for the control of the relationship between the degree of
orientation and the MRS.

5.3.3 General characteristics

5.3.3.1 Appearance
See clause 4.6.1.

5.3.3.2 Colour
See clause 4.6.2.

5.3.3.3 Opacity
See clause 4.6.3.

5.3.4 Geometrical characteristics

5.3.4.1 Determination of the dimensions

Dimensions shall be determined according to NEN-EN-SO 3126.

5.3.4.2 Nominal diameter of the pipe

See clause 5.2.3.2.

5.3.4.3 Mean (outside) diameter and tolerances

See clause 5.2.3.3.

5.3.4.4 Wall thickness and tolerances

The nominal wall thickness en is classified with the pipe series S. The nominal wall
thickness corresponds to the minimum allowable wall thickness.

The nominal wall thickness shall meet the requirements specified in NEN-ISO
16422:2014, table 2 for the given pipe series S: S: 20,0, 18,0, 16,0, 12,5, 10,0 and for
nominal diameters DN: 90, 110, 125, 160, 200, 250, 315, 355, 400, 450, 500 en 630.

The tolerances for wall thickness shall meet the requirements specified in NEN-EN-
ISO 1452-2:2009, table 3.

5.3.4.5 Length of pipe

See clause 5.2.3.5.

5.3.4.6 Dimensions of pipes with integral sockets with elastomeric sealing rings
The minimum depth of engagement of the integral sockets with elastomeric sealing
ring type joints shall meet the requirements specified in NEN-ISO 16422:2014, clause
10,3.

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 5.3.4.7 Dimensions of pipe ends
See clause 5.2.3.8.

5.3.5 Classification of biaxial oriented pipe

PVC-O Pipes shall be classified according to their nominal pressure (PN) pipe series
(S) and the design stress (σs) according to NEN-ISO 16422:2014, clause 8. See
annex IV for further details.

5.3.6 Verification relation between orientation level and MRS

The producer shall demonstrate that the bi-axially oriented pipes (PVC-O) comply
with the requirements listed in table 8. This means, among other things, that the
relationship between the MRS-value and the degree of orientation in the axial and the
circumferential direction for the PVC-O pipes must be demonstrated by the producer.

The MRS value shall be determined in accordance with clause 5.3.2.5.

The orientation level shall be determined according to clause 5.3.7.

If applicable, it shall be demonstrated that the pipe at (design) temperatures above 20

°C meet the requirements (see Annex III for reduction factors at higher temperatures).

5.3.7 Orientation level

5.3.7.1 Determination orientation level

Note: When determining the orientation degrees in the tangential and axial direction
of the pipe, use is made of the fact that a biaxial oriented pipe in the rubber
phase (above the glass/rubber transition temperature) will shrink to its initial
dimensions before the extrusion process.

Orientation level in axial direction

The test method for determining the orientation level in the axial direction is based on
NEN-ISO 16422:2014 annex F and NEN-EN-ISO 2505 taking into account the
following additions / modifications:
 Number of test pieces is 3.
 The length of the test pieces is approximately 300 mm. Place in the
longitudinal direction of the pipe uniform distributed over the circumference 3
marking lines.
 Place two marks on each line with a mutual spacing of approximately 200
mm.
 Measure the distance (lo) between the marks of each line with an accuracy of
± 0,1 mm.
 Place the test pieces in an air oven at a temperature T R of (150 ± 2) ° C.
 The duration in the air oven dependents on the wall thickness and must meet
the requirements of NEN-EN-ISO 2505:2005, Table 1.
 Measure after the conditioning specified time (see NEN-EN-ISO 2505:2005,
clause 6.2) at a temperature of (23 ± 2) ° C, again the distance between the
marks (li).
 Calculate the orientation level: λa = lo / li. Calculate from the nine values
obtained, the average degree of orientation and the standard deviation.

For pipes with a nominal diameter greater than 250 mm, the pipe piece may be cut for
the test in segments.

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 Orientation level in tangential direction
The test piece must be 300 ± 2 mm long and shall be cut of the pipe perpendicularly.
The ring-shaped test pieces are placed in the air oven on a flat glass plate.

Place the test pieces in an air oven at a temperature T R of (150 ± 2) ° C. The duration
will depend on the wall thickness and must meet the requirements of NEN-EN-ISO
2505:2005, table 1.

Measurement after the conditioning specified time (see NEN-EN-ISO 2505:2005,

clause 6.2) at a temperature of (23 ± 2) ° C, the circumference of the test pieces, and
the calculated orientation level in the tangential direction. This is the ratio between the
circumference of the test piece before (dco) and after (dci) heat treatment: λt = dco / dci
The degree of orientation in the tangential direction is the lowest calculated value.

Note: To avoid stick to the glass and impede the shrinking of the test pieces, e.g.
talcum powder could be used, in order to minimize the friction between the
glass surface and the test pieces.

5.3.8 Mechanical characteristics

5.3.8.1 Resistance to impact

The resistance to impact of PVC-O pipes shall be determined according to NEN-ISO
16422. The pipe meets the requirement as the TIR (true impact rate) is below 10 %.

This means that the resistance impact is determined according to ISO 3127 with a
falling body with a spherical target surface with a radius of 12,5 mm.
The drop height is 2 meters. The test temperature is (0 ± 2) ° C.
The mass of the striker is dependent on the nominal diameter of the pipe and is listed
in Table 9.

Table 9 – Mass of the striker for various nominal diameters

Nominal diameter Mass striker body (kg)
63 4
75 5
90 5
110 6,3
125 6,3
140 8
160 8
180 10
200 10
≥ 225 12,5

5.3.8.2 Resistance to internal pressure

The pipes shall withstand the prescribed circumferential stress in the pipe wall without
cracking. . Further no leakage is allowed during the test period. The test shall be
carried out in accordance with NEN-EN-ISO 1167, all parts, taking into account the
additions / modifications listed in Table 10. The test shall be carried out with the same
type of end caps that are used for the classification of the pipe material (see clause
5.3.5).

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 Table 10 – Test parameters for the determination of the resistance to internal
pressure
Temperature Duration Circumferential stress in
(°C) (hours) pipe wall
(MPa) 1)
20 100
60 1000
Test: water-in-water
1) The minimum circumferential stress in the material of the pipe wall shall be
calculated on the basis of the results of the pre-certification tests which included the
determination of the regression lines in accordance with NEN-EN-ISO 9080 and the
MRS value. For this control test, the circumferential stress shall be calculated using
the regression line of the pipe material (97.5% CLC-line). The test pressure shall be
calculated in accordance with NEN-EN-ISO 1167-1:2006, clause 7.2. This means,
on the basis of the measured dimensions of the pipe.

The resistance to internal pressure of integral sockets on pipes shall comply to ISO
16422:2014, clause 11.1.

5.3.9 Physical characteristics

5.3.9.1 Resistance to dichloromethane

The test is carried out on non-oriented pipe. Test method according to clause 5.2.6.3

5.3.9.2 Vicat softening temperature

The Vicat softening temperature of the pipe material shall be ≥ 80 °C when
determined according to NEN-EN 727.

5.3.10 Marking of PVC-O drinking water pipes

The pipes are provided with at least the following markings:
 or which is allowed for small diameters after consultation with
Kiwa;
 supplier's name, trade name;
 material identification: PVC-O biax 315 or PVC-O biax 400 or PVC-O biax
450 PVC-O biax 500;
 nominal pressure: PN;
 design coefficient C = 1,4 or C = 1,6 or C = 2,0;
 nominal outside diameter and nominal wall thickness in mm or SDR;
 production code "year" and "week" 1);
 extruder number 1).

Location of the markings: on each pipe at a spacing of less than 2 m.

The markings shall be clear, legible and indelible affixed on the pipe.

1) May be displayed if desired in code.

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 6 Product requirements and test methods
for PVC fittings

6.1 General
This chapter contains the requirements that:
 fittings with elastomeric sealing rings, DN 50 up to and including DN 630;
 fittings for solvent cementing, DN 12 up to and including DN 160;
 bends made of PVC-U pipe, DN 50 up to and including DN 630;
for the transport of drinking water shall meet.

6.2 Fittings with elastomeric sealing rings

6.2.1 Rubber
Elastomeric sealing ring shall meet the requirements of BRL-K17504.
See clause 4.4.

6.2.2 Material

6.2.2.1 General
See clause 4.3.1.

6.2.2.2 VCM content

See clause 4.3.2.

6.2.2.3 Density
See clause 4.3.3.

6.2.2.4 K value
See clause 4.3.4.

6.2.2.5 Classification and verification of the material

See clause 4.3.5.

6.2.3 General characteristics

6.2.3.1 Appearance
See clause 4.6.1.

6.2.3.2 Colour
See clause 4.6.2.

6.2.3.3 Opacity
See clause 4.6.3.

6.2.4 Geometrical characteristics

6.2.4.1 Determination of dimensions

Dimensions of the fittings shall be determined according to NEN-EN-ISO 3126.

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 6.2.4.2 Nominal diameter of fittings
The nominal inside diameter(s), dn, of the fitting shall correspond to, and be
designated by, the nominal outside diameter(s) of the pipe, dn, for which the fitting is
designed.

6.2.4.3 Dimensions of fittings with elastomeric sealing rings

The dimensions and tolerances of fittings with a elastomeric sealing ring shall comply
with the requirements specified in NEN-EN-ISO 1452-3:2010, clause 6.7.

6.2.5 Mechanical characteristics

6.2.5.1 Resistance to impact of fitting

The impact strength of the fitting shall be determined according to NEN-EN 12061
taking into account the following additions / modifications:
 The impact strength of the fitting is tested by dropping it on a rigid surface.
After the fall, the fitting is inspected with the naked eye without magnification.
In case the fitting consists of separate components, these components shall
be inspected also on damage that may have an effect on the leaktightness.
 Test temperature (0 ± 2) ° C.
 Conditioning period > 30 min at 0 ° C.
 Drop height: 500 mm for DN ≤ 110, 1000 mm for DN > 125.
 Point of impact: at random.

The fitting meets the requirements when the result can be expressed as "no damage"
according to clause 7 of NEN-EN 12061:1999. The for impact resistance tested test
pieces shall be used for testing the leaktightness.

6.2.5.2 Resistance to internal pressure of injection moulded fittings

The fittings shall withstand the prescribed internal pressure without cracking. Further
no leakage is allowed during the test period. The test shall be carried out in
accordance with NEN-EN-ISO 1167, all parts, taking into account the additions /
modifications listed in Table 11. For this test, end caps type A or B in accordance with
NEN-EN-ISO 1167-1 may be used. In case of dispute, end caps type A shall be used.

For the purpose of testing the fittings shall be assembled on PVC pipes of the same
pressure class as the fitting, or fittings shall be sealed with end caps.

Note Type of end cap used during the test has an effect on the test results.

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 Table 11 – Test parameters for the determination of the resistance to internal
pressure of injection moulded fittings of PVC
Nominal diameter / Test temperature Test duration Test pressure 1)
C (°C) (hours) (bars)
dn < 160 / C = 2,5 20 1 4,2 x PN
dn ≥ 160 / C = 2,0 20 1 3,36 x PN
dn < 160 / C = 2,5 20 100 3,5 x PN
dn ≥ 160 / C = 2,0 20 100 2,8 x PN
dn < 160 / C = 2,5 40 1000 2,1 x PN
dn ≥ 160 / C = 2,0 40 1000 1,68 x PN
1) The test pressure, expressed in bar, shall be determined using the following
equation:
𝜎𝑇,𝑡
𝑝 = 𝐶× ×𝑃𝑁;
𝑀𝑅𝑆

Where:
PN is the nominal pressure expressed in bars;
C is the design coefficient (C= 2,5 or C = 2,0);
σT,t corresponding value listed in table 2;
MRS is minimum required strength (i.e. 25 MPa).
2. Test: water-in-water.
3. Number of test pieces: 3 for each test condition.

6.2.5.3 Resistance to internal pressure of couplers made of pipe or made by

machining
The fittings shall withstand the prescribed internal pressure without cracking. Further
no leakage is allowed during the test period. The test shall be carried out in
accordance with NEN-EN-ISO 1167, all parts, taking into account the additions /
modifications listed in Table 12. For this test, end caps type A or B in accordance with
NEN-EN-ISO 1167-1 may be used. In case of dispute, end caps type A shall be used.

For the purpose of testing the fittings shall be assembled on PVC pipes of the same
pressure class as the fitting, or fittings shall be sealed with end caps.

Note Type of end cap used during the test has an effect on the test results.

Determine the test pressure, p, using:

𝜎𝑇,𝑡
𝑝 = 𝐶× ×𝑃𝑁
𝑀𝑅𝑆

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 Table 12 – Test parameters for the determination of the resistance to internal
pressure
Temperature (°C) Test duration (hours) Test pressure (bar)

20 1 42,00
𝐶× ×𝑃𝑁
𝑀𝑅𝑆

20 100 35,00
𝐶× ×𝑃𝑁
𝑀𝑅𝑆

60 1000
10,00
𝐶× ×𝑃𝑁
𝑀𝑅𝑆

σT,t is corresponding value from table 2

C is the applicable design coefficient; C = 2,0 or C = 2,5, depending of the nominal
size of the fitting.
PN is pressure class of the fitting tested.

6.2.6 Physical characteristics

6.2.6.1 Vicat softening temperature

The Vicat softening temperature shall be determined according to NEN-EN 727.
Injection moulded fitting meet the requirement when the Vicat softening temperature
is ≥ 74 °C.
For fittings made from pipe the Vicat softening temperature shall be ≥ 80 °C.

6.2.6.2 Assessment of the effect of heating

Three complete mouldings shall be tested in accordance with NEN-EN 763
taking into account the following additions / modifications:
 Method A (forced-air oven).
 Heating temperature (150 ± 2) ° C.
 Heating time > 60 minutes.

The surfaces of the moulding are examined before and after heating, and any cracks,
blisters, delamination, or weld opening are measured and expressed as a percentage
of the wall thickness.

The maximum dimensions of cracks, delamination, blisters, and flow joint openings,
expressed as a percentage of the wall thickness should be less than 30 %.

6.2.7 Marking of elastimeric ring seal fittings

The fitting is provided with at least the following markings:
 or on smaller products or KK 1) or KK 1).
 supplier's name, trade name or logo;
 material identification PVC-U;
 nominal pressure PN;
 nominal size of the socket ends in mm;
 indication of the field of application;
 production period 2)

The markings shall be clear, legible and indelible affixed on the fitting.

1) For small fittings marking with kk only is allowed.

2) May be displayed if desired in code.

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 The smallest packaging unit of the fittings shall be marked with at least the following
information:
• ;
• supplier's name, trade name, system name, logo or certificate number of the
corresponding product (system) certificate, in accordance with the marking on
the connecting pipe;
• nominal outside diameter and nominal wall thickness in mm of the connecting
pipe;
• material identification, if the fitting body is made of plastic;

The markings shall be clear, legible and indelible affixed on each package.

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 6.3 Fittings for solvent cemented joint

6.3.1 Glue instruction

The supplier of the fittings shall deliver the products with an instruction for gluing .

6.3.2 Material

6.3.2.1 General
See clause 4.3.1.

6.3.2.2 VCM content

See clause 4.3.2.

6.3.2.3 Density
See clause 4.3.3.

6.3.2.4 K value
See clause 4.3.4.

6.3.2.5 Classification and verification of the material

See clause 4.3.5.

6.3.3 General characteristics

6.3.3.1 Appearance
See clause 4.6.1.

6.3.3.2 Colour
See clause 4.6.2.

6.3.3.3 Opacity
See clause 4.6.3.

6.3.4 Geometrical characteristics

6.3.4.1 Determination of dimensions

Dimensions of the fittings shall be determined according to NEN-EN-ISO 3126.

6.3.4.2 Nominal diameter of fittings

The nominal inside diameter(s), dn, of the fitting shall correspond to, and be
designated by, the nominal outside diameter(s) of the pipe, dn, for which the fitting is
designed.

6.3.4.3 Dimensions of fitting for solvent cementing

The dimensions and tolerances of fittings for solvent cementing shall comply with the
relevant requirements specified in EN-EN-ISO 1452-3:2010, clause 6.3 and the
following additions listed in the tables 13 and 14.

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 Table 13 – Minimum wall thickness of PVC-U solvent cement fittings (in mm)
Nominal Minimum wall thicjness1 of
diameter PVC-U fittings for nominal pressures of:
PN 10 PN 12,5 PN 16
12 2,0 2,0 2,0
16 2,0 2,0 2,0
20 2,0 2,0 2,0
25 2,0 2,0 2,0
32 2,0 2,0 2,4
40 2,0 2,4 3,0
50 2,4 3,0 3,7
63 3,0 3,8 4,7
75 3,6 4,5 5,6
90 4,3 5,4 6,7
1. In any cross-section the wall thickness of the fittings shall be no less than the
values listed in this table.

Table 14 – Inside diameters of the sockets (in mm)

Nominal size of Mean inside diameter of the socket Out-of-roundness
1)
the fitting min. max.
12 12,0 12,3 0,2
16 16,0 16,3 0,2
20 20,0 20,3 0,2
25 25,0 25,3 0,2
32 32,0 32,3 0,3
40 40,0 40,3 0,3
50 50,0 50,3 0,4
53 53,0 63,3 0,5
75 75,0 75,3 0,6
90 90,0 90,3 0,7
110 110,1 110,4 0,8
125 125,1 125,4 0,9
160 160,2 160,5 1,0
1) Tolerance: 0,007 x de in (de = the nominal outside diameter of the connecting
pipe).

6.3.5 Mechanical characteristics

6.3.5.1 Resistance to impact of fitting

The impact strength of the fitting shall be determined according to EN 12061 taking
into account the following additions / modifications:
 The impact strength of the fitting is tested by dropping it on a rigid surface.
After the fall, the fitting is inspected with the naked eye without magnification.
In case the fitting consists of separate components, these components shall
be inspected also on damage that may have an effect on the leaktightness.
 Test temperature (0 ± 2) ° C.
 Conditioning period > 30 min at 0 ° C.
 Drop height: 500 mm for dn ≤ 110, 1000 mm for dn > 125.
 Point of impact: at random.

The fitting meets the requirements when the result can be expressed as "no damage"
according to clause 7 of EN 12061:1999. The for impact resistance tested test pieces
shall be used for testing the leaktightness.

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 6.3.5.2 Resistance to internal pressure of injection moulded fittings for solvent
cemented joints
The fittings shall withstand the prescribed internal pressure without cracking. Further
no leakage is allowed during the test period. The test shall be carried out in
accordance with NEN-EN-ISO 1167, all parts, taking into account the additions /
modifications listed in Table 15. For this test, end caps type A or B in accordance with
NEN-EN-ISO 1167-1 may be used. In case of dispute, end caps type A shall be used.

For the purpose of testing the fittings shall be assembled on PVC pipes of the same
pressure class as the fitting, or fittings shall be sealed with end caps.

Note Type of end cap used during the test has an effect on the test results

Table 15 – Test parameters for the determination of the resistance to internal

pressure
Test temperature Test duration (hours) Test pressure 1)
(°C) (bars)
20 1
42,00
𝐶× ×𝑃𝑁
𝑀𝑅𝑆

100
35,00
𝐶× ×𝑃𝑁
𝑀𝑅𝑆

1000
31,87
𝐶× ×𝑃𝑁
𝑀𝑅𝑆

1) The test pressure, expressed in bar, shall be determined using the following
equation:
𝜎𝑇,𝑡
𝑝 = 𝐶× ×𝑃𝑁;
𝑀𝑅𝑆

Where:
PN is the nominal pressure expressed in bars;
C is the design coefficient (C= 2,5 or C = 2,0);
σT,t corresponding value listed in table 2;
PVC-U MRS is minimum required strength (i.e. 25 MPa).
2) Test: water-in-water.
3) Number of test pieces: 3 for each test condition.

6.3.6 Physical characteristics

6.3.6.1 Vicat softening temperature

The Vicat softening temperature shall be determined according to NEN-EN 727.
Injection moulded fitting meet the requirement when the Vicat softening temperature
is ≥ 74 °C.
For fittings made from pipe the Vicat softening temperature shall be ≥ 80 °C.

6.3.6.2 Assessment of the effect of heating

Three complete moulding shall be tested in accordance with NEN-EN 763
taking into account the following additions / modifications:

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  Method A (forced-air oven).
 Heating temperature (150 ± 2) ° C.
 Heating time > 60 minutes.

The surfaces of the moulding are examined before and after heating, and any cracks,
blisters, delamination, or weld opening are measured and expressed as a percentage
of the wall thickness.

The maximum dimensions of cracks, delamination, blisters, and flow joint openings,
expressed as a percentage of the wall thickness should be less than 30 %.

6.3.7 Marking of PVC-U and PVC-UH fittings voor solvent cementing joints
The fitting is provided with at least the following markings:
 or on smaller products or KK 1) or KK 1).
 supplier's name, trade name or logo;
 material identification PVC-U;
 nominal pressure PN;
 nominal size of the socket ends in mm;
 indication of the field of application;
 production period 2)

The markings shall be clear, legible and indelible affixed on the fitting.

1) For small fittings marking with kk only is allowed.

2) May be displayed if desired in code.

The smallest packaging unit of the fittings shall be marked with at least the following
information:
• ;
• supplier's name, trade name, system name, logo or certificate number of the
corresponding product (system) certificate, in accordance with the marking on
the connecting pipe;
• nominal outside diameter and nominal wall thickness in mm of the connecting
pipe;
• material identification, if the fitting body is made of plastic;

The markings shall be clear, legible and indelible affixed on each package.

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 6.4 Bends made from pipe
In this BRL the requirements are laid down for bends which are made from PVC-U
pipe and are bend after a heating. Bends are produced with the following nominal
angles: 11°, 22°, 30°, 45°, 60° and 90°.

6.4.1 General
Under normal operational conditions, the life span of the bends shall be at least equal
to the life span of the connecting pipes. The production process shall be such that the
mechanical characteristics of the PVC material are not adversely affected.

The bends shall be made from PVC-U pipes that comply with the clauses 5.2.1 and
5.2.2.

6.4.2 Geometrical characteristics

6.4.2.1 Determination of dimensions

Dimensions of the fittings shall be determined according to NEN-EN-ISO 3126.

6.4.2.2 Nominal diameter of bend

The nominal inside diameter(s), dn, of the bend shall correspond to, and be
designated by, the nominal outside diameter(s) of the pipe, d n, for which the fitting is
designed.

The nominal outside diameters may have only those values as specified in clause
5.2.3.2.

6.4.2.3 Permitted dimensional variation of the outside diameters and wall thicknesses
at the ends
For the outside diameters and the minimum wall thickness at the ends of the bend,
the values with the associated tolerances in accordance with clause 5.2.3.3 apply.

6.4.2.4 Permitted dimensional variation of the outside diameters and wall thicknesses
at the location of the portion of the curve
For the outside diameters and the minimum wall thickness at the location of the
portion of the curve the values listed in table 16 apply.

Table 16 – Permissible tolerances at the location of the portion of the curve

Size Permitted dimensional variation
Mean outside diameter (dem) ± 0,025 x dn
Out-of-roundness (de,max – de,min) ≤ 0,05 x dn
Wall thickness of the bend ≥ 0,93 x emin,buis
(emin,bocht)
dn = nominal diameter
dem = mean outside diameter
e = wall thickness
emin,bocht = minimum permissible wall thickness of the bend
emin,buis = minimum permissible wall thickness of the connecting pipe
de min = smallest outside diameter at any point
de max = greatest outside diameter iat any point

6.4.2.5 Angles
The nominal angles are 11°, 22°, 30°, 45°, 60° and 90°. The permissible deviation on
the nominal angle is ± 2°.

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 6.4.2.6 Radius of curvature of bends
The radius of curvature of the centre line of the bend should be not less than 3.5 x the
diameter.

6.4.2.7 Installation dimensions (Z lengths)

The Z-dimensions shall be in accordance with the values specified by the supplier.
This requires that the supplier provides drawings to the certification body.

6.4.3 Bend ends

The chamfer at the ends of bends shall coly to clause 5.2.3.8.

6.4.4 Bends with sockets for solvent cementing

The dimensions of integral sockets for solvent cementing shall meet the requirements
specified in clause 5.2.3.6.

6.4.5 Mechanical characteristics

In order to verify whether the heating and cooling during the production of the bend
caused any impermissible decline of the mechanical characteristics, the following
type tests shall be carried out.

Subject straight pipe pieces to the heating treatment and cooling down process as it
is usual for the manufacturing of the bends concerned. The instructions of the heat
treatment and the cooling process should be made available by the supplier to the
certification body. Then carry out the following tests.

6.4.5.1 Resistance to impact

See clause 5.2.5.1.

6.4.5.2 Resistance to internal pressure

The pipes shall withstand the prescribed internal pressure without cracking. Further
no leakage is allowed during the test period. The test shall be carried out in
accordance with NEN-EN-ISO 1167, all parts, taking into account the additions /
modifications listed in Table 17. For this test, end caps type A or B in accordance with
NEN-EN-ISO 1167-1 may be used. In case of dispute, end caps type A shall be used.

For the purpose of testing the fittings shall be assembled on PVC pipes of the same
pressure class as the fitting, or fittings shall be sealed with end caps.

Note Type of end cap used during the test has an effect on the test results.

Table 17 – Test parameters for the determination of the resistance to internal

pressure
Temperature Duration of the test Circumferential stress in
(°C) (hours) the pipe wall
(MPa)
20 100 35,0
60 1000 12,5 1)
Test: water-in-water
1. If tested with the circumferential stress of 12,5 MPa, due to statistical spread
of the test results, test times less than 1 000 h can be achieved. In this case,
a retest procedure with a circumferential stress of 12,5 MPa or 10,0 MPa
shall be performed with pipes of the same production batch and double
sampling. If the retest results are positive, the requirement of the minimum
reference curve for PVC-U 250, given in ISO 1452-1:2009, 4.4.2, is deemed
to be verified.

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 6.4.6 Markings bends made from PVC-U drinking water pipes
The bends are provided with at least the following markings:
 or which is allowed for small diameters after consultation
with Kiwa;
 supplier's name, trade name;
 material identification: PVC-U;
 PN class;
 nominal outside diameter in mm;
 production code 1);
 extruder number 1).

The markings shall be clear, legible and indelible affixed on the bend.

1) May be displayed if desired in code.

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 7 Product requirements and test methods
for special fittings

7.1 General
In this chapter the requirements are embodied to which:
• saddles of PVC-U (DN 40 up till and including 630 mm);
• end-load-bearing double-sockets of PVC;
• injection moulded PVC fittings with flange connections;
• double sockets and end-load-bearing double-sockets of PVC-U with a
ventilation construction;
for the transport of drinking water have to comply with.

7.2 Saddles of PVC-U

7.2.1 General
These requirements apply to saddles of PVC-U with internal, conical screw threads:
Gk ½”, Gk ¾” or Gk 1”, intended for usage in combination with metal service taps.
The saddles are intended for assembly with PVC-U drinking water pipes according to
paragraph 5.2.

7.2.2 Material
See clause 4.3

7.2.3 Elastomeric rings

The elastomeric rings shall comply the requirements specified in BRL-K17504 (see
also clause 4.4).

7.2.4 General characteristics

7.2.4.1 Appearance
See clause 4.6.1.

7.2.4.2 Colour
See clause 4.6.2.

7.2.4.3 Opacity
See clause 4.6.3.

7.2.5 Construction and design

The construction of the saddle parts must be such that the parts only can be
assembled together in one position.
The direction of how the clamps must be tarnished, must be indicated on each clamp
by means of an arrow.
On the inside and outside surface of the saddles no sharp transitions may occur in
order to avoid notch effect.
The slope of the spigot ways on the saddles and in the clamps may not be more than
7 °. The spigot ways must be rounded to a radius of at least 1,5 mm. The aberration
of the straightness of the spigot ways may not be more than 0,08 x ls (ls = length of
spigot way).

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 The seal between saddle and pipe must be a profiled rubber ring. The rubber sealing
ring must be centred in the saddle chamber in such a way that the ring cannot be
moved or come out the chamber when assembled.

7.2.6 Geometrical characteristics

7.2.6.1 Determination of dimensions

Dimensions of the fittings shall be determined according to NEN-EN-ISO 3126.

7.2.6.2 Inside diameters of the saddles

The inside diameters of the saddles must be adapted to the outside diameter of the
PVC pipes for which they are intended. Hereby the for the pipes applicable tolerances
for the outside diameters of the pipes must be taken into account.

7.2.6.3 Wall thickness of the saddles

In any cross-section the wall thickness shall not be smaller than the values as
indicated in table 18.

Table 18 – Wall thickness of the saddles (in mm)

Corresponding Wall thickness of Corresponding Wall thickness of
pipe size saddle, minimum pipe size saddle, minimum
(mm) (mm)
40 5,0 160 7,0
50 5,0 200 8,0
63 5,0 250 9,5
75 5,0 315 11,0
90 5,5 400 13,0
110 6,0 500 15,5
125 6,0 630 19,0

The wall thickness at the connection end, measured outside the screw thread, must
be at least 8 mm.

7.2.6.4 Lengt of the saddles

The length of the saddles (measured in the direction of the pipe) depends on the
outside diameter of the corresponding PVC pipes and shall be smaller than the
values as indicated in table 19.

Table 19 – Minimum permissible length of the saddles (in mm)

Saddles intended for pipes with Minimum permissible length of the
outside diameters of: saddle
40, 50 60
63, 75, 90 65
110, 125 75
160, 200 80
225 95
≥ 250 100

7.2.7 Screw-thread in the saddles

The following requirements apply for the screw threads:
• The design of the screw thread shall meet the requirements for taper internal
threads according to NEN-EN 10226-2;
• the dimensions of the screw thread shall meet the requirements specified in
table 21;
• the screw thread shall be smooth and sound, free of burrs or other
irregularities.

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 The minimum and maximum tolerances of the dimensions of the screw thread in the
saddle is assessed with the aid of two gauges (maximum and minimum) or a jig which
is provided with a flat plane with which the minimum and maximum sizes are
indicated. The determination shall be carried out with gauges that comply to the
applicable ANSI / ASME standards.

The dimensions of the screw threads shall meet the requirements specified in table
20.

Table 20 – Dimensions of the screw threads in the saddles (in mm)

Screw thread When fitted with a When fitted with a Effective length of
max. gauge the max. gauge the the screw thread
screw length (L) screw length (L) (S) shall be at
shall be at least: shall be at least least:
Gk ½” 9,7 (5,5 threads) 15,4 (8,5 threads) 19
Gk ¾” 10,7 (6 threads) 16,4 (9 threads) 20
Gk 1” 10,0 (4,5 threads) 17,4 (7,5 threads) 22

The dimensions of the gauges shall comply to the requirements listed in table 21.

Table 21 – Dimensions of the gauges

Screw thread Max. gauge Min. gauge

size L1 L2 L1 L3
Gk ½” 16,3 6 16,3 9
Gk ¾” 17,3 10 17,3 13
Gk 1” 18,5 10 18,5 14

7.2.8 Mechanical characteristics

7.2.8.1 Resistance to impact

The determination of the resistance to impact is based ISO 3127.
The main frame of the test set-up tower and the striker shall comply with the
respective requirements of ISO 3127. Figure 5 is a drawing is given of a bearing and
the seat test piece. The sides of the test specimen should be supported as shown in
Figure 3 by means of adjustable side supports.

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 Figure 3 - Support of the saddle for the impact test

For testing the saddles shall be conditioned during at least 30 minutes at a

temperature of (0 ± 2) ° C, e.g. using an ice / water mixture. The mass of the striker
and the drop height dependent on the nominal diameter and are shown in Table 6.

Initially, there should be ten full saddles to be tested. (Upper and lower saddle) If an
upper saddle or under saddle fails, the test shall be extended by a further 20
complete saddles (upper and lower saddle). Not more than 3 parts of the saddle 30
shall fail to satisfy the requirement (<10%).

7.2.8.2 Resistance to internal pressure

A test piece comprising a length of PVC-U pipe and a saddle of the same PN must
be able to withstand the required internal pressure without cracking. Further no
leakage is allowed during the test period. Five test pieces shall be tested.

The installation of the saddle shall be carried out according to the instructions of the
supplier. The PVC pipe used in the experiment shall comply with 5.2.

The test shall be performed according to clause 4.8.3.1.

7.2.8.3 Strength of the screw thread

For the determination of the strength of a the screw thread of the saddle for the
connection with the service crane a special tool is required with the dimensions as
shown in Table 22.

Table 22 – Dimensions of the special tool for the determination of the strength
of the screw thread in the saddle (in mm).

Screw thread size L1 min L2

Gk ½” 28 6
Gk ¾” 29 10
Gk 1” 33 10

For testing, the test assembly is conditioned at a temperature of (0 ± 2) ° C for at least

30 minutes. Then, the special tool is turned into the screw thread of the saddle knob
until the friction is equal to a moment of 1 N / m. From this position the tool is turned
for four extra revolutions. The saddle with the screwed-in tool is maintained for 100
hours at a temperature of (0 ± 2).

The saddle meet to the requirement as no breakage or cracking occurs during this
period.

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 7.2.8.4 Resistance to compression
For the determination of the resistance to compression of the saddle, equipment
according to NEN-ISO 5893 is needed in which a seat with a speed of 35 mm / min
can be compressed diametrically in a test set-up shown in Figure 6.

Place the saddle between two parallel plates positioned relative to each other which
are provided with suitable support for the test piece as shown in Figure 4.
The compression is performed up to the distance a up to 50% of its original value has
been reduced.

Figure 4 - Supports of the saddle during the compression test

Five test piece shall be tested. The saddle meet the requirement when no fracture or
cracking occurred.

7.2.9 Physical characteristics

7.2.9.1 Vicat softening temperature

The Vicat softening temperature shall be determined according to NEN-EN 727.
Injection moulded fitting meet the requirement when the Vicat softening temperature
is ≥ 74 °C.
For fittings made from pipe the Vicat softening temperature shall be ≥ 80 °C.

7.2.9.2 Assessment of the effect of heating

Three complete moulding shall be tested in accordance with EN 763
taking into account the following additions / modifications:
 Method A (forced-air oven).
 Heating temperature (150 ± 2) ° C.
 Heating time> 60 minutes.

The surfaces of the moulding are examined before and after heating, and any cracks,
blisters, delamination, or weld opening are measured and expressed as a percentage
of the wall thickness.

The maximum dimensions of cracks, delamination, blisters, and flow joint openings,
expressed as a percentage of the wall thickness should be less than 30 %.

7.2.10 Markings of saddles for PVC-U drinking water pipes

The saddles are provided with at least the following markings:

 or on smaller products or KK 1) or KK 1).

 supplier's name, trade name;
 material identification: PVC-U;
 PN class;
 nominal outside diameter of the connecting pipe in mm;

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  production code 2);

The markings shall be clear, legible and indelible affixed on each saddle.

1 For small fittings marking with kk only is allowed.

2 May be displayed if desired in code.

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 7.3 End-load-bearing double-sockets of PE and PVC
These section applies on end-load-bearing double-sockets with an angular deflection
of not more than 3 °.

7.3.1 General
The end-load-bearing double sockets shall have a strength and life that is at least
equal to that of the PVC pipe of the same nominal pressure ratings.
The end-load-bearing double sockets shall be manufactured according to a controlled
production process.
The end-load-bearing double sockets shall have a shape that the full flow profile of
the tube is maintained.
The end-load-bearing double sockets may contain no welded PVC-U parts.
During mounting the fitting to the pipe, it is not allowed to apply notches, groves or
other modifications that can have a negative effect on the life span of the piping
system.
The end-load-bearing double sockets shall be installed according to the supplier's
instructions.

7.3.2 Material

7.3.2.1 Pipe material of PVC-U

Double sockets and sleeves which are made from PVC-U pipes shall, apart from size,
comply to clause 5.2.

7.3.2.2 Polyethylene material

The polyethylene material of end-load-bearing fittings of polyethylene (PE) shall meet
the requirements listed in EN 12201-1:2011, tables 1 and 2.

7.3.3 Elastomeric sealing rings

The rubber sealing rings of the end-load-bearing fittings shall comply with BRL-
K17504. (see section 4.4).

7.3.4 Adhesives and cleaning products

Adhesives and cleaning products may have no harmful effect on the PVC material.
PVC adhesives shall comply with BRL-K525.

7.3.5 Locking device and its components

The locking device shall comply to the specifications of the supplier with regard to
material, dimensions and permissible deviations. The supplier must provide this
specification to the certification body.

7.3.6 General characteristics

7.3.6.1 Appearance
See clause 4.6.1.

7.3.6.2 Colour
End-lead-bearing fittings of PE shall be preferably black or blue
End-lead-bearing fittings of PVC-U shall be dark grey, blue or cream. For
aboveground application the colour cream is not allowed.

7.3.6.3 Opacity
See clause 4.6.3.

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 7.3.7 Geometrical characteristics

7.3.7.1 Determination of dimensions

Dimensions of the fittings shall be determined according to NEN-EN-ISO 3126.

7.3.7.2 Nominal diameter of the end-load-bearing couplers with elastomeric sealing

rings
The nominal inside diameter(s), dn, of the fitting shall correspond to, and be
designated by, the nominal outside diameter(s) of the pipe, d n, for which the fitting is
designed.

7.3.7.3 Dimensions of end-load-bearing fittings with elastimeric sealing elements

For those parts of the end-load-bearing fitting that are exposed to internal pressure
applies that the minimum wall thickness of the sockets and spigots,, except the
sealing ring groove, shall be not less than the minimum wall thickness of the
connecting pipe as specified in NEN-EN-ISO 1452-2.

Polyethylene end-load-bearing fittings shall comply to NEN-EN 12201-3. The nominal

pressure of the fitting shall be at least the nominal pressure of the piping system.

The depth of engagement behind the elastomeric sealing element shall be at least
two times tolerance and the distance of the chamfered portion (see figure 5).

1. pipe
2. elastomeric sealing element
3. clamp element
4. part of end-load-bearing fitting.

Figure 5 – Depth of engagement of the end-load-bearing fitting.

The dimensions and permissible tolerances of the end-load-bearing fitting and all
other parts shall be provided by the supplier to the certification body.

7.3.7.4 Dimensions of solvent cemented joint between PVC sleeve and pipe
The design of the connection shall comply to NEN-EN-ISO 1452-3:2010, figure 25.

The length for solvent cementing of the sleeve may not be smaller than 0,5 x the
nominal diameter of the pipe, dn.

Sleeves shall have an inside diameter (ds) of:

𝑑𝑠 = 𝑑𝑛 +0,003×𝑑
−0,2
𝑒
;

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 with a maximum permissible tolerance of ds - dn = 0,8 mm.

7.3.8 Mechanical characteristics

7.3.8.1 Resistance to impact

The cylindrical part of the end-load-bearing fitting shall comply with clause 5.2.5.1.

7.3.9 Physical characteristics

7.3.9.1 Vicat softening temperature

The Vicat softening temperature shall be determined according to NEN-EN 727 and
for PVC-U fitting only.
Injection moulded end-load-bearing fittings meet the requirement when the Vicat
softening temperature is ≥ 74 °C.

7.3.9.2 Oxidation induction time

The oxidation induction time (OIT) shall be determined according to NEN-EN-ISO
11357-6, at a test temperature of 200 °C and for polyethylene material only.
The sample meet the requirements as the oxidative induction time is greater than 20
minutes.

7.3.9.3 Assessment of the effect of heating

Three complete moulding shall be tested in accordance with EN 763
taking into account the following additions / modifications:
 Method A (forced-air oven).
 Heating temperature (150 ± 2) ° C.
 Heating time> 60 minutes.

The surfaces of the end-load-bearing fitting are examined before and after heating,
and any cracks, blisters, delamination, or weld opening are measured and expressed
as a percentage of the wall thickness.

The maximum dimensions of cracks, delamination, blisters, and flow joint openings,
expressed as a percentage of the wall thickness should be less than 30 %.

7.3.10 Joint requirements end-load-bearing double socket coulpers

7.3.10.1 Leaktightness and strength while subjected to bending and internal pressure
The leaktightness and strength of the joint shall be determined according to NEN-EN-
ISO 13783. The number of test pieces is 3.

The joint fulfils the requirements when no leakage, deformations nor cracking in the
assembly are detected during the test.

7.3.10.2 Long-term leaktightness under internal pressure

The long-term leaktightness under internal pressure shall be determined according to
NEN-EN-SIO 13846 taking into account the following additions / modifications:
 Number of test pieces is 3.
 The test is carried out at a temperature of 40 +3/-1 °C.
 Test duration is 1000 hours.
 Test pressure is 1,3 x PN.

The joint fulfils the requirements when no leakage nor cracking in the assembly are
detected during the test.

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pipes
The end-load-bearing fittings are provided with at least the following markings:
 or on smaller products or KK 1) or KK 1).
 supplier's name, trade name;
 material identification, e.g: PVC-U, PE80 or PE100;
 PN class;
 nominal outside diameter of the connecting pipe in mm;
 production code 2);

The markings shall be clear, legible and indelible affixed on each saddle.

1 For small fittings marking with kk only is allowed.

2 May be displayed if desired in code.

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 7.4 Injection moulded PVC fittings with flange connections
In this clause the requirements and test methods are listed for injection moulded
fittings of PVC-U that are provided with flange connections and socket ends with
rubber sealing elements (see figure 6).

The flange of the fitting is intended for the making of a connection with a metal fitting
or an accessory with a flange in PVC drinking water piping systems.

Figure 6 – Implementation of joints

7.4.1 General
The pipes to be connected with the fittings must comply with paragraph 5.2.
The joint shall be assembled according to the supplier's instructions.

7.4.2 Material
See clause 4.3.

7.4.3 Rubber
See clause 4.4.

7.4.4 General characteristics

7.4.4.1 Appearance
See clause 4.6.1.

7.4.4.2 Colour
The fittings shall be dark grey and shall comply with clause 4.6.2.

7.4.4.3 Opacity
See clause 4.6.3.

7.4.5 Geometrical characteristics

7.4.5.1 Determination of dimensions

Dimensions of the fittings shall be determined according to NEN-EN-ISO 3126.

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The nominal inside diameter(s), dn, of the fitting shall correspond to, and be
designated by, the nominal outside diameter(s) of the pipe, d n, for which the fitting is
designed.

7.4.5.3 Dimensions of the fitings

The dimensions of the flanges and flange connections shall meet the requirements as
specified in NEN-EN-ISO 1452-3:2010, tables 11, 12, 19, 20, the one that is
applicable.

7.4.5.4 Dimensions of the flange connection

The sizes of the flange borings shall comply with the applicable normalized values.
The other values of the dimensions of the fittings shall be provided by the supplier in
drawings to the certification body.

7.4.6 Mechanical characteristics

7.4.6.1 Impact resistance of fitting

The impact strength of the fitting shall be determined according to EN 12061 taking
into account the following additions / modifications:
 The impact strength of the fitting is tested by dropping it on a rigid surface.
After the fall, the fitting is inspected with the naked eye without magnification.
In case the fitting consists of separate components, these components shall
be inspected also on damage that may have an effect on the leaktightness.
 Test temperature (0 ± 2) ° C.
 Conditioning period > 30 min at 0 ° C.
 Drop height: 500 mm for DN ≤ 110, 1000 mm for DN> 125.
 Point of impact: at random.

The fitting meets the requirements when the result can be expressed as "no damage"
according to clause 7 of EN 12061:1999. The for impact resistance tested test pieces
shall be used for testing the leaktightness.

7.4.6.2 Resistance to internal pressure

The assembly shall withstand the prescribed internal pressure without cracking.
Further no leakage is allowed during the test period. The test shall be carried out in
accordance with NEN-EN-ISO 1167, all parts, taking into account the additions /
modifications:
 number of test pieces is 3;
 test temperature is 40 °C;
 test duration is 1000 hours;
 test type is "water-in-water";

For the purpose of testing the fittings shall be assembled on PVC pipes of the same
pressure class as the fitting, or fittings shall be sealed with end caps. The rubber
sealing elements may be secured in order to prevent that the rubber sealing element
is pushed out of its groove.

7.4.7 Joint requirements

7.4.7.1 Strength and leaktightness of the flange connection

For the determination of the strength of the flange connection the fittings must be
subjected, freely supported, to the bending tests I and II, or III as indicated in figure
11. During the test, the fittings must be subjected to an internal water pressure and a
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 test temperature is (23 ± 2) °C. During the test the test piece shall not fail, which
means no fractures , no leakage.

Table 23 – Test parameters for the determination of the strengt hand

leaktightness of the flange connection
Nominal size Internal pressure bending force K
in mm in N
63 3,5 x PN 400
75 3,5 x PN 600
90 3,5 x PN 650
110 3,5 x PN 800
160 3,5 x PN 1500

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 7.4.8 Markings of injection moulded PVC-U fittings with flange connections
voor drinking water pipes
The fittings are provided with at least the following markings:
 or on smaller products or KK 1) or KK 1).
 supplier's name, trade name;
 material identification: PVC-U;
 PN class;
 nominal outside diameter of the connecting pipe in mm;
 production code 1);

The markings shall be clear, legible and indelible affixed on each saddle.

1 For small fittings marking with kk only is allowed.

2 May be displayed if desired in code.

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 8 Requirements in respect of the quality
system
This chapter contains the requirements which have to be met by the supplier’s quality
system.

8.1 Manager of the quality system

Within the supplier’s organizational structure an employee must have been appointed
who is in charge of managing the supplier’s quality system.

8.2 Internal quality control/quality plan

The supplier shall have an internal quality control scheme (IQC scheme) which is
applied by him.

The following must have been demonstrably recorded in this IQC scheme:
 what aspects are checked by the producer;
 according to what methods such inspections are carried out;
 how often these inspections are carried out;
 in what way the inspection results are recorded and kept.

This IQC scheme should at least be an equivalent derivative of the model IQC
scheme as shown in Annex II.

8.3 Control of test and measuring equipment

The supplier shall verify the availability of necessary test and measuring equipment
for demonstrating product conformity with the requirements in this evaluation
guideline.
When required the equipment shall be kept calibrated ( e.g. recalibration at interval).
The status of actual calibration of each equipment shall be demonstrated by
traceability through an unique ID.
The supplier must keep records of the calibration results.
The supplier shall review the validity of measuring data when it is established at
calibration that the equipment is not suitable anymore.

8.4 Procedures and working instructions

The supplier shall be able to submit the following:
 procedures for:
o dealing with products showing deviations;
o corrective actions to be taken if non-conformities are found;
o dealing with complaints about products and/or services delivered;
 the working instructions and inspection forms used.

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 9 Summary of tests and inspections
This chapter contains a summary of the following tests and inspections to be carried
out in the event of certification:
 Pre-certification tests;
 Control after certification;
 Control of the supplier’s the quality system.

9.1 Test matrix voor PVC-U pipes

Description of requirement Clause Tests within the

BRL scope of:
Pre- Control
certifi- after
cation issue of
the
certificate
1), 2)

Toxicological requirements 4.2 x x 3)

Rubber 4.4 x x
Glues 4.5 x x
Pipe material 5.2.1.1 x x
VCM content in material 5.2.1.2 x x
Density 5.2.1.3 x x
K value 5.2.1.4 x x
MRS value 5.2.1.5 x x
Appearance 5.2.2.1 x x 3)
Colour 5.2.2.2 x x
Opacity 5.2.2.3 x x
Nominal diameter of the pipe 5.2.3.2 x x
Mean (outside) diameter and tolerances 5.2.3.3 x x 3)
Wall thickness and its tolerances 5.2.3.4 x x 3)
Length of the pipe 5.2.3.5 x x
Dimensions of pipes with integral sockets for 5.2.3.6 x x 3)
solvent cementing
Dimensions of pipes with integral sockets with 5.2.3.7 x x 3)
rubber sealing ring type joints
Dimensions of pipe ends 5.2.3.8 x x
Classification of the pipe 5.2.4 x x
Resistance to impact 5.2.5.1 x x
Resistance to internal pressure 5.2.5.2 x x 3)
Vicat softening temperature 5.2.6.1 x x 3)
Longitudinal reversion 5.2.6.2 x x
Resistance to dichloromethane 5.2.6.3 x x
Marking of PVC-U drinking water pipes 5.2.7 x x 3)
1. In case the product or production process changes significantly, the
performance requirements shall be determined again.
2. During the inspection visit, the inspector shall check the product on the basis
of a selection of the above listed requirements. The frequency of the
inspection visits is recorded in clause 10.6 “Nature and frequency of external
inspections”.
3. Material is samples for an Audit Test by the inspector annually (test
parameters: 1000 hours 60 °C).

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 9.2 Test matrix for PVC-O pipes

Description of requirement Clause Tests within the

BRL scope of:
Pre- Control
certifi- after
cation issue of
the
certificate
1), 2)

Toxicological requirements 4.2 x x 3)

Rubber 4.4 x x
Glues 4.5 x x
General 5.3.1 x x
Pipe material 5.3.2.1 x x
VCM content in material 5.3.2.2 x x
Density 5.3.2.3 x x
K value 5.3.2.4 x x
Classification and verification of material MRS 5.3.2.5 x x
value
Appearance 5.3.3.1 x x
Colour 5.3.3.2 x x
Opacity 5.3.3.3 x x
Nominal diameter of the pipe 5.3.4.2 x x
Mean (outside) diameter and tolerances 5.3.4.3 x x 3)
Wall thickness and its tolerances 5.3.4.4 x x 3)
Length of the pipe 5.3.4.5 x x
Dimensions of pipes with integral sockets 5.3.4.6 x x 3)
Dimensions of pipe ends 5.3.4.7 x x
Classification of biaxial oriented pipe 5.3.5 x x
Verification relation between orientation level and 5.3.6 x x
MRS
Orientation level 5.3.7.1 x x
Resistance to impact 5.3.8.1 x x
Resistance to internal pressure 5.3.8.2 x x 3)
Resistance to dichloromethane 5.3.9.1 x x
Vicat softening temperature 5.3.9.2 x x
Marking of PVC-U drinking water pipes 5.3.10 x x 3)
1. In case the product or production process changes significantly, the
performance requirements shall be determined again.
2. During the inspection visit, the inspector shall check the product on the basis
of a selection of the above listed requirements. The frequency of the
inspection visits is recorded in clause 10.6 “Nature and frequency of external
inspections”.
3. Material is samples for an Audit Test by the inspector annually.

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 9.3 Test matrix for fittings with elastomeric sealing rings

Description of requirement Clause Tests within the

BRL scope of:
Pre- Control
certifi- after
cation issue of
the
certificate
1), 2)

Requirements fittings
Toxicological requirements 4.2 x x 3)
Rubber 6.2.1 x x
Material - general 6.2.2.1 x x
VCM content in material 6.2.2.2 x x
Density 6.2.2.3 x x
K value 6.2.2.4 x x
Classification and verification of material 6.2.2.5 x x
Appearance 6.2.3.1 x x 3)
Colour 6.2.3.2 x x
Opacity 6.2.3.3 x x
Nominal diameter 6.2.4.2 x x
Dimensions of fittings with elastomeric sealing 6.2.4.3 x x 3)
rings
Resistance to impact of fittings 6.2.5.1 x x
Resistance to internal pressure of injection 6.2.5.2 x x 3)
moulded fittings
Resistance to internal pressure of couplers made 6.2.5.3 x x 3)
from pipe or made by machining
Vicat softening temperature 6.2.6.1 x x 3)
Assessment of the effect of heating 6.2.6.2 x x
Marking of elastomeric ring seal fittings 6.2.7 x x 3)
Joint requirements
Leaktightness under internal pressure and with 4.8.1.1 x -
angular deflection
Leaktightness under negative pressure 4.8.1.2 x -
1. In case the product or production process changes significantly, the
performance requirements shall be determined again.
2. During the inspection visit, the inspector shall check the product on the basis
of a selection of the above listed requirements. The frequency of the
inspection visits is recorded in clause 10.6 “Nature and frequency of external
inspections”.
3. Material is samples for an Audit Test by the inspector annually.

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 9.4 Test matrix of fittings for solvent cementing

Description of requirement Clause Tests within the

BRL scope of:
Pre- Control
certifi- after
cation issue of
the
certificate
1), 2)

Requirements fittings
Toxicological requirements 4.2 x x 3)
Glues 4.5 x x
Glue instructions 6.3.1 x x
Material - general 6.3.2.1 x x
VCM content in material 6.3.2.2 x x
Density 6.3.2.3 x x
K value 6.3.2.4 x x
Classification and verification of material 6.3.2.5 x x
Appearance 6.3.3.1 x x 3)
Colour 6.3.3.2 x x
Opacity 6.3.3.3 x x
Nominal diameter of fittings 6.3.4.2 x x
Dimensions of fittings for solvent cementing 6.3.4.3 x x 3)
Resistance to impact of fittings 6.3.5.1 x x
Resistance to internal pressure of injection 6.3.5.2 x x 3)
moulded fittings
Resistance to internal pressure of couplers made 6.2.5.3 x x
from pipe or made by machining
Vicat softening temperature 6.3.6.1 x x 3)
Assessment of the effect of heating 6.3.6.2 x x
Marking of elastomeric ring seal fittings 6.3.7 x x 3)
Joint requirements
Long-term leaktightness under internal pressure 4.8.1.3 x -
1. In case the product or production process changes significantly, the
performance requirements shall be determined again.
2. During the inspection visit, the inspector shall check the product on the basis
of a selection of the above listed requirements. The frequency of the
inspection visits is recorded in clause 10.6 “Nature and frequency of external
inspections”.
3. Material is samples for an Audit Test by the inspector annually .

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 9.5 Test matrix bends made from pipe

Description of requirement Clause Tests within the

BRL scope of:
Pre- Control
certifi- after
cation issue of
the
certificate
1), 2)

Toxicological requirements 4.2 x x 3)

Rubber 4.4 x x
Glues 4.5 x x
General 6.4.1 x x
Nominal diameter of bend 6.4.2.2 x x
Permitted dimensional variation of the outside 6.4.2.3 x x 3)
diameters and wall thicknesses at the ends
Permitted dimensional variation of the outside 6.4.2.4 x x 3)
diameters and wall at the location of the portion
of the curve
Angles 6.4.2.5 x x 3)
Radius of curvature of bends 6.4.2.6 x x 3)
Installation dimensions ( Z lengths) 6.3.2.7 x x 3)
Bend ends 6.4.3 x x
Bends with sockets for solvent cementing 6.4.4 x x
Resistance to impact 6.4.5.1 x x
Resistance to internal pressure of injection 6.4.5.2 x x 3)
moulded fittings
Markings bends made from PVC-U drinking water 6.4.6 x x 3)
pipes
1. In case the product or production process changes significantly, the
performance requirements shall be determined again.
2. During the inspection visit, the inspector shall check the product on the basis
of a selection of the above listed requirements. The frequency of the
inspection visits is recorded in clause 10.6 “Nature and frequency of external
inspections”.
3. Material is samples for an Audit Test by the inspector annually.

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 9.6 Test matrix saddles of PVC-U

Description of requirement Clause Tests within the

BRL scope of:
Pre- Control
certifi- after
cation issue of
the
certificate
1), 2)

Requirements fittings
Toxicological requirements 4.2 x x 3)
Material 7.2.2 x x
Elastomeric rings 7.2.3 x x
Appearance 7.2.4.1 x x 3)
Colour 7.2.4.2 x x
Opacity 7.2.4.3 x x
Construction and design 7.2.5 x x
Inside diameter of the saddle 7.2.6.2 x x 3)
Wall thickness of the saddle 7.2.6.3 x x 3)
Length of the saddle 7.2.6.4 x x
Screw-thread in the saddle 7.2.7 x x
Resistance to impact 7.2.8.1 x x 3)
Resistance to internal pressure 7.2.8.2 x x 3)
Strength of the screw thread 7.2.8.3 x x
Resistance to compression 7.2.8.4 x x
Vicat softening temperature 7.2.9.1 x x 3)
Assessment of the effect of heating 7.2.9.2 x x
Markings bends made from PVC-U drinking water 6.4.6 x x 3)
pipes
Joint requirements
Leaktightness under internal pressure 4.8.2.1 x -
Leaktightness under negative pressure 4.8.2.2 x -
leaktightness under negative pressure and 4.8.2.3 x -
compression of the pipe
1. In case the product or production process changes significantly, the
performance requirements shall be determined again.
2. During the inspection visit, the inspector shall check the product on the basis
of a selection of the above listed requirements. The frequency of the
inspection visits is recorded in clause 10.6 “Nature and frequency of external
inspections”.
3. Material is samples for an Audit Test by the inspector annually.

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 9.7 Test matrix end-load-bearing double sockets of PE and PVC

Description of requirement Clause Tests within the

BRL scope of:
Pre- Control
certifi- after
cation issue of
the
certificate
1), 2)

Requirements fittings
Toxicological requirements 4.2 x x 3)
General 7.3.1 x x
Pipe material of PVC-U 7.3.2.1 x x
Polyethylene material 7.3.2.2 x x
Elastomeric sealing rings 7.3.3 x x
Adhesive and cleaning products 7.3.4 x x
Locking device 7.3.5 x x
Metal parts 7.3.6 x x
Appearance 7.3.7.1 x x 3)
Colour 7.3.7.2 x x
Opacity 7.3.7.3 x x
Nominal diameter of the end-load-bearing 7.3.8.2 x x
couplers with elastomeric sealing rings
Dimensions of end-load-bearing fittings with 7.3.8.3 x x
elastomeric sealing elements
Dimensions of solvent cemented joints between 7.3.8.4 x x
PVC sleeve and pipe
Resistance to impact 7.3.9.1 x x
Vicat softening temperature 7.3.10.1 x x 3)
Oxidation induction time 7.3.10.2 x x 3)
Assessment of the effect of heating 7.3.10.3 x x
Markings end-load-bearing double sockets of PE 7.3.12 x x 3)
and PVC
Joint requirements
Leaktightness and strength while subjected to 7.3.11.1 x -
bending and internal pressure
Long-term leaktightness under internal pressure 7.3.11.2 x -
1. In case the product or production process changes significantly, the
performance requirements shall be determined again.
2. During the inspection visit, the inspector shall check the product on the basis
of a selection of the above listed requirements. The frequency of the
inspection visits is recorded in clause 10.6 “Nature and frequency of external
inspections”.
3. Material is samples for an Audit Test by the inspector annually.

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Description of requirement Clause Tests within the

BRL scope of:
Pre- Control
certifi- after
cation issue of
the
certificate
1), 2)

Requirements fittings
Toxicological requirements 4.2 x x 3)
General 7.4.1 x x
Material 7.4.2 x x
Rubber 7.4.3 x x
Appearance 7.4.4.1 x x c)
Colour 7.4.4.2 x x
Opacity 7.4.4.3 x x
Nominal diameter of the fitting 7.4.5.2 x x
Dimensions of the fittings 7.3.5.3 x x
Dimensions of the flange connection 7.4.5.4 x x
Impact resistance of fitting 7.4.6.1 x x
Resistance to internal pressure 7.4.6.2 x x
Markings end-load-bearing double sockets of PE 7.4.8 x x c)
and PVC
Joint requirements
Strength and leaktightness of the flange 7.4.7.1 x -
connection
1. In case the product or production process changes significantly, the
performance requirements shall be determined again.
2. During the inspection visit, the inspector shall check the product on the basis
of a selection of the above listed requirements. The frequency of the
inspection visits is recorded in clause 10.6 “Nature and frequency of external
inspections”.
3. Material is samples for an Audit Test by the inspector annually.

9.9 Inspection of the quality system

The quality system will be checked by Kiwa on the basis of the IQC scheme.
The inspection contains at least those aspects mentioned in the Kiwa Regulations for
Product certification

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 10 Agreements on the implementation of
certification

10.1 General
Beside the requirements included in these evaluation guidelines, also the general
rules for certification as included in the Kiwa Regulations for Product Certification
apply.
In particular, these are:
 The general rules for conducting the pre-certification tests, to be distinguished in:
o the way suppliers are to be informed about an application is being
handled,
o how the test are conducted,
o the decision to be taken as a result of the pre-certification tests.
 The general directions for conducting inspections and the aspects to be audited,
 The measurements to be taken by Kiwa in case of Non Conformities,
 Measurements taken by Kiwa in case of improper Use of Certificates,
Certification Marks, Pictograms and Logos,
 Terms for termination of the certificate,
 The possibility to lodge an appeal against decisions of measurements taken by
Kiwa.

10.2 Certification staff

The staff involved in the certification may be sub-divided into:
I Certification assessor (CAS): in charge of carrying out the pre-certification tests
and assessing the inspectors’ reports;
II Site assessor (SAS): in charge of carrying out external inspections at the
supplier’s works;
III Decision maker (DM): in charge of taking decisions in connection with the pre-
certification tests carried out, continuing the certification in connection with the
inspections carried out and taking decisions on the need to take corrective
actions.

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 10.2.1 Qualification requirements
The following qualification requirements have been set by the Board of Experts for the
subject matter of this evaluation guideline (see Table 11):

Table 11 – Qualification requirements of certification staff.

Basis requirements Evaluation criteria

Knowledge of company processes Relevant experience: in the field

Requirements for conducting professional SAS, CAS : 1 year
audits on products, processes, services, DM: 5 years inclusive 1 year with respect to
installations, design and management certification
systems.
Relevant technical knowledge and experience on
the level of:
SAS: High school (MBO)
CAS, DM : Bachelor (HBO)
Competence for execution of site SAS: Kiwa Audit training or similar and 4 site
assessments. assessments including 1 autonomic under review.
Adequate communication skills
(e.g. reports, presentation skills and
interviewing technique).
Execution of initial examination CAS: 3 initial audits under review.

Conducting review CAS: conducting 3 reviews

Certification assessor Site assessor Decision maker

Education - specific  BRL-relevant  BRL-relevant  not applicable.
technical education technical education
 specific studies and  specific studies and
training (know-how training (know-how
and skills) and skills)
Experience - specific  Detailed knowledge  Detailed knowledge  general
of the BRL and 4 of the BRL and 4 knowledge of
certification tests inspections carried the BRL
carried out on the out on the basis of
basis of the BRL or the BRL or one
similar similar.
The level of education and experience of the certification staff involved should be
demonstrably recorded.
Legend:
 Site assessor (SAS)
 Certification assessor (CAS)
 Decision maker (DM)

10.2.2 Qualification
The qualification of the Certification staff shall be demonstrated by means of
assessing the education and experience to the above mentioned requirements. In
case staff is to be qualified on the basis of deflecting criteria, written records shall be
kept.

The authority to qualify staff rests with the:

IV Decision maker: qualification of Certification and Site assessors;
V Management of the certification body: qualification of Decision makers.

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 10.3 Report Pre-certification tests
The certification body records the results of the pre-certification tests in a report.
This report shall comply with the following requirements:
VI completeness: the report provides a verdict about all requirements included in the
evaluation guideline;
VII traceability: the findings on which the verdicts have been based shall be recorded
and traceable;
VIII basis for decision: the Decision maker shall be able to base his decision on the
findings included in the report.

10.4 Decision for granting the certificate

The decision for granting the certificate shall be made by a qualified Decision maker
which has not been involved in the pre-certification tests. The decision shall be
recorded in a traceable manner.

10.5 Layout of quality declaration

The product certificate shall be in accordance with the model included in Annex I.

10.6 Nature and frequency of third party audits

The certification body shall carry out audits on site at the supplier at regular intervals
to check whether the supplier complies with his obligations. The Board of Experts
decides on the frequency of audits.

At the time this BRL entered into force, the frequency of audits amounts two audits on
site per year for suppliers with a quality management system (in accordance with ISO
9001) for their production, which has been certified by an acknowledged body (in
accordance with ISO/IEC 17021-1) and where the IQC scheme forms an integral part
of the quality management system.
In case the production of the supplier is not certified against ISO 9001, the frequency
of the audits on site may be increased to three per year.

The audit program on site shall cover at least:

 the product requirements;
 the production process at the place of manufacturing;
 the suppliers IQC scheme and the results obtained from inspections carried out
by the supplier;
 the correct way of marking certified products;
 compliance with required procedures;
 handling complaints.

For suppliers with a private label certificate the frequency of audits amounts to two
audit per two years. These audits are conducted at the site of the private label
certificate holder. The audits are focussed on the aspects inserted in the IQC scheme
and the results of the control performed by the private label holder with respect to at
least
 the correct way of marking certified products;
 compliance with required procedures for receiving and final inspection;
 the storage of products and goods;
 handling complaints.

The results of each audit shall be recorded by Kiwa in a traceable manner in a report.

10.7 Report to the Board of Experts

De certification body shall report annually about the performed certification activities.
In this report the following aspects are included:
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  number of executed audits in relation to the required minimum.

10.8 Non conformities

When the certification requirements are not met, measures are taken by Kiwa in
accordance with the sanctions policy what is published on the Kiwa service portal
(www.kiwa.nl) in the corresponding BRL.

10.9 Interpretation of requirements

The Board of Experts may record the interpretation of requirements of this evaluation
guideline in one separate interpretation document.

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 11 Titles of standards

11.1 Public regulation

Standard Title
Staatscourant van 18 juli 2011, Regeling Materialen en Chemicaliën drink- en
nr. 11911 warm tapwatervoorziening

11.2 Standards / normative documents

Number 1) Title
ISO 3 Preferred numbers - Series of preferred numbers
ISO 497 Guide to the choice of series of preferred numbers and of series
containing more rounded values of preferred numbers
ISO 3127 Thermoplastics pipes - Determination of resistance to external
blows - Round-the-clock method
ISO 4065 Thermoplastics pipes - Universal wall thickness table
NEN-EN 727 Plastics piping and ducting systems - Thermoplastics pipes and
fittings - Determination of Vicat softening temperature (VST)
NEN-EN 763 Plastics piping and ducting systems - Injection-moulded
thermoplastics fittings - Test method for visually assessing effects
of heating
NEN 1006 General requirements for water supply installations
NEN-EN 10226-2 Pipe threads where pressure tight joints are made on the threads -
Part 2: Taper external threads and taper internal threads -
Dimensions, tolerances and designation
NEN-EN 12061 Plastics piping systems - Thermoplastics fittings - Test method for
impact resistance
NEN-EN 12107 Plastics piping systems - Injection-moulded thermoplastics fittings,
valves and ancillary equipment - Determination of the long-term
hydrostatic strength of thermoplastics materials for injection
moulding of piping components
NEN-EN 12201-1 Plastics piping systems for water supply, and for drainage and
sewerage under pressure - Polyethylene (PE) - Part 1: Genera
NEN-EN 12201-3 Plastics piping systems for water supply, and for drainage and
sewerage under pressure - Polyethylene (PE) - Part 3: Fittings
NEN-EN 12294 Plastics piping systems - Systems for hot and cold water - Test
method for leaktightness under vacuum
NEN-EN 45011 General requirements for bodies operating product certification
systems
NEN-EN-ISO 580 Plastics piping and ducting systems - Injection-moulded
thermoplastics fittings - Methods for visually assessing the effects
of heating
NEN-EN-ISO 1167-1 Thermoplastics pipes, fittings and assemblies for the conveyance
of fluids - Determination of the resistance to internal pressure - Part
1: General method
NEN-EN-ISO 1167-2 Thermoplastics pipes, fittings and assemblies for the conveyance
of fluids - Determination of the resistance to internal pressure - Part
2: Preparation of pipe test pieces
NEN-EN-ISO 1167-3 Thermoplastics pipes, fittings and assemblies for the conveyance
of fluids - Determination of the resistance to internal pressure - Part
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of fluids - Determination of the resistance to internal pressure - Part
4: Preparation of assemblies
NEN-EN-ISO 1183-1 Plastics - Methods for determining the density of non-cellular
plastics - Part 1: Immersion method, liquid pyknometer method and
titration method
NEN-EN-ISO 1452-1 Plastics piping systems for water supply and for buried and above-
ground drainage and sewerage under pressure - Unplasticized
poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC-U) - Part 1: Genera
NEN-EN-ISO 1452-2 Plastics piping systems for water supply and for buried and above-
ground drainage and sewerage under pressure - Unplasticized
poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC-U) - Part 2: Pipes
NEN-EN-ISO 1452-3 Plastics piping systems for water supply and for buried and above-
ground drainage and sewerage under pressure - Unplasticized
poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC-U) - Part 3: Fittings (corrected and
reprinted)
NEN-ENISO 1452-5 Plastics piping systems for water supply and for buried and above-
ground drainage and sewerage under pressure - Unplasticized
poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC-U) - Part 5: Fitness for purpose of the
system
NEN-EN-ISO 2505 Thermoplastics pipes - Longitudinal reversion - Test method and
parameters
NEN-EN-ISO 3126 Plastics piping systems - Plastics components - Determination of
dimensions

NEN-EN-ISO 6401 Plastics - Poly(vinyl chloride) - Determination of residual vinyl

chloride monomer - Gas-chromatographic method
NEN-EN-ISO 7686 Plastics pipes and fittings - Determination of opacity
NEN-EN-ISO 9001 Quality management systems - Requirements
NEN-EN-ISO 9080 Plastics piping and ducting systems - Determination of the long-
term hydrostatic strength of thermoplastics materials in pipe form
by extrapolation
NEN-EN-ISO 11357- Plastics - Differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) - Part 6:
6 Determination of oxidation induction time (isothermal OIT) and
oxidation induction temperature (dynamic OIT)
NEN-EN-ISO 12162 Thermoplastics materials for pipes and fittings for pressure
applications - Classification, design coefficient and designation
NEN-EN-ISO 13229 Thermoplastics piping systems for non-pressure applications -
Unplasticized poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC-U) pipes and fittings -
Determination of the viscosity number and K-value
NEN-EN-ISO 13783 Plastics piping systems - Unplasticized poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC-
U) end-load-bearing double socket joints - Test method for
leaktightness and strength while subjected to bending and internal
pressure
NEN-EN-ISO 13844 Plastics piping systems - Elastomeric-sealing-ring-type socket
joints of unplasticized poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC-U) for use with
PVC-U pipes - Test method for leaktightness under negative
pressure
NEN-EN-ISO 13845 Plastics piping systems - Elastomeric-sealing-ring-type socket
joints for use with unplasticized poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC-U) pipes -
Test method for leaktightness under internal pressure and with
angular deflection
NEN-EN-ISO 13846 Plastics piping systems - End-load-bearing and non-end-load-
bearing assemblies and joints for thermoplastics pressure piping -
Test method for long-term leaktightness under internal water
pressure
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NEN-ISO 16422 Pipes and joints made of oriented unplasticized poly(vinyl chloride)
(PVC-O) for the conveyance of water under pressure -
Specifications
NEN-EN-ISO/IEC Conformity assessment - General criteria for the operation of
17020 various types of bodies performing inspection
NEN-EN-ISO/IEC Conformity assessment - Requirements for bodies providing audit
17021-1:2015 and certification of management system – Part 1: requirements
NEN-EN-ISO/IEC Conformity assessment - General requirements for bodies
17024 operating certification of persons
NEN-EN-ISO/IEC General requirements for the competence of testing and
17025 calibration laboratories
NVN-ENV 1452-7 Plastics piping systems for water supply - Unplasticized poly(vinyl
chloride) (PVC-U) - Part 7: Guidance for the assessment of
conformity
1. The documents in this table, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in
this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the reference document (including
any amendments) applies.

Note: Within the text, references to specific clauses, tables and figures of another
document shall always be dated.

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 I Model certificate (informative)

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 II Model IQC scheme (informative)

Subjects Aspects Method Frequency Registration

Raw materials or
materials supplied:
Recipe sheets - Recipe according Comparison Each delivery Incoming
annex supplier’s inspection
product certificate with document
certification agreement
Incoming inspection agreement Each delivery
raw materials
- K-value -
- Vicat -
Production process,
production - start up - the focus of the - continuously - "digital"
equipment, material: parameters production
- procedures equipment - continuously - record
- work instructions - maintenance - maintenance
- equipment aspects scheme - start up new - inspection
- release of product - dimensions - measuring product document
- soundness - visual
evaluation

Finished-products - soundness - visual - continuously Final

- dimensions - measuring - every 3 hours inspection
- resistance to - per day per documents
internal - product
pressure - visual per machine
- resistance MCL
Measuring and
testing equipment - good functioning -during use - continuously - final
- measuring inspection
equipment document
- accuracy within - recording of - once per year
the field nonconformities - calibration
- calibration of activity document

Logistics
- internal transport - Practical - Comparison - continuously - update of
- storage circumstances with logistical
- preservation procedure procedures

- packaging - comparison with

- identification or assignment - visual
marking inspection
of semi-finished
and
finished products

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 III Maximum allowable operating pressure
(PFA) and de-rating factors
(normative)
On the basis of situations that can be expected in practice, it must be taken into
account that for PVC-U pipes a difference must be made between the nominal
pressure as indicated on the pipes and the maximum allowable working pressure in
the piping system. Limiting factors which determine the permissible working pressure,
occur in situations where pipes are exposed to external loads, or chemical or thermal
influences. For external loads and chemical influences no uniform derating factors
can be given. These must be determined for each case on the basis of practical
experiences. In situations where thermal influence exists, it is advised to follow table
III,1 For a more accurate approach, NEN-EN-ISO 1452-2:2009, figure A.1 can be
taken into account.

For water temperatures up to 25 ° C: PFA = PN

For water temperatures above 25 ° C: PFA = fT x PN

in which:
fT is the derating factor, which depends on the water temperature
PN is nominal pressure.
In cases where a derating factor is required for the application: PFA = fA x fT x PN,
where fA is the derating factor for the application.

Table III.1 – Derating factors for the calculation of the maximum allowable
working pressure in PVC-U pipes at higher services temperature.
Temperature of the pipe wall Derating factor
°C (fT)

Higher than up to and including

10 25 1,00
25 35 0,80
35 45 0,63

The scope of PVC-U pipes is limited to a temperature of 45 ° C.

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 IV Design coefficient
(normative)
The design coefficient C is a factor that is needed for the calculation of the design
stress σs for pipes which are intended to be used with internal pressure by:

𝑀𝑅𝑆
𝜎𝑠 = ;
𝐶

where MRS is the minimum required strength.

From the calculated value of σs and the S value of the pipe, the nominal pressure PN
can be calculated:

𝜎𝑠 20×𝑀𝑅𝑆
𝑃𝑁 = = 𝐶×(𝑆𝐷𝑅−1);
𝑆

where:
PN is the nominal pressure is expressed in bar;
MRS is the minimum required strength expressed in MPa;
C is design coefficient;
SDR is the standard dimension ratio = dn / en and;
S is the S-value of the pipe.

𝑆𝐷𝑅−1 𝑑𝑛 −𝑒𝑛
𝑆= = ;
2 2×𝑒𝑛

where:
dn is the nominal diameter;
en is nominal wall thickness.

In recent years, the production of PVC-U pipes significantly improved, which resulted
in an improved impact resistance and reduced susceptibility to brittle fracture.
Therefore, the design coefficient for PVC-U pipes reduced from 2.5 to 2.0.

Bi-axially oriented pipes PVC-O have a better resistance to crack initiation in

applications under internal pressure than PVC-U pipes. The molecular process that
underlies brittle fracture growth is suppressed by orientation. At an orientation of 1,6,
this is even completely suppressed thereby lowering the design coefficient to C = 1,6
is permitted.

Note 1: The selected design coefficient C value of 1,6 is the recommended minimum
in accordance with NEN-EN-ISO 12162.

Note 2: In case of plastics, it is common practice to evaluate the material at 20 °C. On

the basis of this temperature, the design coefficient C set. The current
operating temperature of pipes in the ground for the transport of drinking
water in the Netherlands is assumed to be 10 °C. Consequently, the expected
lifetime are significantly longer.

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 V Guidance for prevention of
contamination during transport and
storage of new products
(informative)

Importance of a hygienic operation

Hygiene and hygienic work is since decades an important issue with respect to the
transport and distribution of drinking water in the Netherlands.
The impact of pollution can have big consequences for the water distribution 1) and
need substantial efforts to clean the system, especially because in the Netherlands
chlorine is not used. Already in the 1983 published “guideline for installation of PVC-U
piping systems, paragraph 4.2 "Storage", mentions this topic as follows: For the
prevention and risk of difficulties disinfecting of the pipe line afterwards, it is
recommended to use plugs in pipe ends for storage of the pipes.
The importance of hygiene also reflected in recent documents e.g. Dutch Hygiene
code: "Hygiënecode Drinkwater; Opslag, transport en distributie’ with the
accompanying work instructions ("werkboekje") for mechanics. As result of the
Hygiene code a wide range of courses for parties involved (installers, personnel of
water companies, etc.) can be followed. Last but not least the Hygiene code is also
mentioned in the drinking water law of July 1, 2011 and is therefore part of the Dutch
law.

Protection of the products during storage and transport

In the "Hygiënecode Drinkwater: Opslag, transport en distributie” with the
accompanying work instructions for mechanics the aspect how to work hygienically is
extensively described. It involves dealing with parts for piping systems (pipes, fittings,
values and hydrants) starting with the arrival of the parts at the construction site to the
realization and commissioning of the pipeline. The primary approach to hygienic work
is ''prevention''. Secondly, there are measures described in order to make pipelines
suitable for the delivery of clear drinking water. The hygiene aspects in the process
from the manufacture of the product in the factory, assembly hall or other production
location are briefly described in the "Hygiënecode Drinkwater". Also in this process is
the primary approach prevention: For each product applies the sooner the product is
protected against contamination 2), the better the hygiene of the product can be
guaranteed. To close the hygiene chain completely and to be eligible for certification,
producers of part for piping systems for drinking water shall have a procedure in
which measures are described for storage and the route to the water companies
(delivery address), as will be defined in general terms or laid down in relevant Kiwa
evaluation guidelines. The producer shall have a procedure for the protection of the
products during transport and storages, to be able to guarantee that hygiene
requirements are meet.

Note:
1) Mostly this is a microbiological contamination coming from the surrounding area

on macro- and micro scale like dust, but also faeces and dead beasts.
2) In this context he word "protection" is used as a combination of packing (e.g.

providing the product with a casing) and, when applicable, providing end caps
(e.g. for pipes and fittings).

Requirements for the protection

For all preventive (protective) actions taken to protect the products against pollution, it
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 production of the product (followed by e.g. storage, transport and again storage) and
ending with the installation of the products.

Capabilities to protect the product:

The used packaging depends on the product itself (shape, dimensions, etc.)
Some packaging solutions (not binding and not exhaustive) are mentioned below:
 For small fittings (couplings, rings, rubber seals) a plastic bag eventually in a
box;
 "Bubble wrap" foil in combination with adhesive tape for all openings for
big(ger) fittings;
 The combination of bags made of fiber reinforced material or heat shrink foil
and the use of a box for smaller part;
 End-caps / plugs or stern plastics bags for the pipe ends (where the complete
pipe package is wrapped in foil).

In 2007 representatives of the manufacturers and the water companies organized in

the commission ‘OnderhandelingsCommissie Kunststoffen’ (OCK) started a project
to improve the quality of packaging.
The project resulted in the following construction of end-capes for pipes.
The end cap is unmovable fixed in the pipe by using flaps in a labyrinth structure to let
in air but prevent pollution.
The end cap is developed for a 110 mm PVC pipe but can also be developed for
other diameters (50, 63, 75 , 90, 160, 200 and 250 mm), and for all used pipe
materials.
For closing pipe ends with a diameter of 315, 400, 500 and 630 mm a fiber reinforced
cover in combination with adhesive tape or lashing straps can be used (see the
pictures below).

Left: end cap with flaps. Right: fiber reinforced cover in combination with adhesive
tape.

Mess bags cannot be sealed against dust and dirt, and for this reason are not
recommended as the only packaging for small parts.

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