Inhibitor Quality Standards

The BuildCert Chemical Inhibitor Approval Scheme (CIAS)

 

The DWTA has developed a product performance standard to test whether chemical manufacturers’ inhibitors deliver tangible system benefits. Developed through industry consultation, the standard ensures that all approved products meet the required level of efficacy.

Independently certified by BuildCert, products are assessed against the DWTA standard and checked for consistent quality. BuildCert is a United Kingdom Accreditation service (UKAS) accredited product certification body (number 110) specialising in the certification of water related products.

 

Chemical Inhibitor Approval Scheme (CIAS)
 

The longevity and efficiency of water heating primary circuits and boilers, including central heating systems, can be greatly improved by the use of chemical water treatment. The purpose of these treatment fluids in central heating systems is to:

  • inhibit corrosion of vital metallic parts such as pipes and radiators
  • prevent scaling up of the system, and in particular the boiler.

In addition the fluid should not cause damage to plastic and rubber components of the system and should have a low environmental impact.
All chemical water treatment fluids certified by BuildCert are tested against standards drawn up by industry experts to ensure that they perform to the criteria above. BuildCert’s quality assurance requirements check that every bottle of water treatment fluid sold with the BuildCert CIAS log on it performs as well as the last. BuildCert CIAS Approval allows boiler manufacturers, installers and consumers to have peace of mind that their hot water system is protected.

For more detailed information regarding the certification scheme click here