BS EN 13434:2021 - Devices to Prevent Pollution by Backflow of Potable Water

Mechanical Disconnector, Flow Actuated. Family G, Type B

Ensure the safety and purity of your potable water supply with the BS EN 13434:2021 standard. This comprehensive document provides detailed guidelines and specifications for mechanical disconnectors that are flow actuated, specifically designed to prevent backflow pollution in potable water systems. As a member of Family G, Type B, this standard is essential for maintaining high water quality and safeguarding public health.

Key Features and Benefits

• Comprehensive Guidelines: The standard offers 32 pages of in-depth information, ensuring you have all the necessary details to implement effective backflow prevention measures.
• Latest Release: Published on January 18, 2022, this standard reflects the most current practices and technological advancements in the field.
• ISBN: 978 0 539 12583 2 - Easily reference and locate this standard in your professional library.
• Official Status: Recognized as a standard, ensuring it meets rigorous quality and reliability criteria.

Why Choose BS EN 13434:2021?

Backflow prevention is a critical aspect of water management, particularly in systems that supply potable water. Contaminants entering the water supply can pose serious health risks, making it imperative to have robust measures in place. The BS EN 13434:2021 standard provides a reliable framework for implementing mechanical disconnectors that are flow actuated, ensuring that your water supply remains uncontaminated.

This standard is particularly valuable for:

• Water Utility Companies: Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and maintain the highest standards of water quality.
• Plumbing Professionals: Gain access to the latest guidelines and best practices for installing and maintaining backflow prevention devices.
• Health and Safety Officers: Implement effective measures to protect public health by preventing waterborne contaminants.
• Facility Managers: Maintain the integrity of your building's water supply system and prevent costly contamination issues.

Detailed Specifications

Standard Number	BS EN 13434:2021
Pages	32
Released	2022-01-18
ISBN	978 0 539 12583 2
Name	Devices to prevent pollution by backflow of potable water. Mechanical disconnector, flow actuated. Family G, Type B
Status	Standard

Implementing the Standard

Adopting the BS EN 13434:2021 standard in your water management practices ensures that you are using the most up-to-date and effective methods for preventing backflow pollution. This standard provides clear and actionable guidelines that can be easily integrated into your existing systems, offering peace of mind and enhanced protection for your potable water supply.

Whether you are a water utility company, a plumbing professional, or a facility manager, the BS EN 13434:2021 standard is an invaluable resource for maintaining the highest standards of water quality and safety. By following the guidelines outlined in this standard, you can effectively prevent backflow contamination and ensure the continued purity of your potable water supply.

Conclusion

In today's world, where water quality is of paramount importance, having reliable and effective backflow prevention measures is essential. The BS EN 13434:2021 standard provides a comprehensive and authoritative guide to implementing mechanical disconnectors that are flow actuated, ensuring that your potable water supply remains free from contaminants.

With its detailed guidelines, latest release date, and official status as a standard, the BS EN 13434:2021 is an indispensable tool for anyone involved in water management. Invest in this standard to safeguard public health, comply with regulatory requirements, and maintain the highest standards of water quality.

BS EN 13434:2021

This standard BS EN 13434:2021 Devices to prevent pollution by backflow of potable water. Mechanical disconnector, flow actuated. Family G, Type B is classified in these ICS categories:

• 23.060.50 Check valves

This document specifies the dimensional, physical-chemical, design, hydraulic, mechanical and acoustic characteristics of mechanical disconnectors, flow actuated Family G, Type B. This document is applicable to mechanical disconnectors flow actuated in nominal sizes DN 8 up to DN 250, intended to prevent the return of water having lost its original sanitary and drinking qualities (called “polluted water” in this document), into the potable water distribution system whenever the pressure of the latter is temporarily lower than in the polluted circuit. This document covers the mechanical disconnectors of PN 10 that are capable of working without modification or adjustment: — at any pressure up to 1,0 MPa (10 bar); — in permanent duty at a limit temperature of 65 °C and 90 °C for 1 h maximum. It specifies also the test methods and requirements for verifying these characteristics, the marking and the presentation at delivery.