RPZ valves are generally required to be installed as backflow protection in the following situations. Contact us if you need help or advise on the requirements for installation. ICE Plumbing & Water Services are approved suppliers of Watts and Danfoss Socla RPZ valves and can help you to select the most appropriate valve for your situation.
General
- Fire sprinkler systems using anti-freeze solutions
- Commercial central heating systems with design heat output >45 kW
Food Processing
- Bottle washing apparatus
- Dairies
- Food preparation
Catering
- Bottle washing apparatus
- Commercial dishwashing machines
- Potato peeling machines (pre-washed produce)
- Refrigerating equipment
Industrial and commercial installations
- Brewery and distillation plant
- Car washing and degreasing plants
- Commercial clothes washing machines
- Dyeing equipment
- Pressurised fire-fighting systems
- Printing and photographic equipment
- Water treatment plant using other than salt
Leisure and hotel facilities
- Swimming pool top-up supplies
Risk Categories can vary dependent on the specific application. Clarification and approval would always be sought from your local Water Company prior to the installation of RPZ valves.
