Water Industry Accreditation Explained
What The Water Industry Accreditation Mean for you as a Tricel Customer
In the water storage and utility sectors, water industry accreditation is more than a tick-box—it’s your assurance of quality, compliance, and safety. At Tricel, we’ve earned leading accreditations that give you confidence in every product we manufacture, from cold water storage tanks to GRP enclosures.
In this guide, we break down the most relevant water industry certifications and what they mean for contractors, engineers, specifiers, and procurement professionals who choose Tricel Water Storage Tanks. These certifications are vital for projects across a range of industries, including:
ISO 9001 – The Gold Standard in Quality Management
What It Is:
ISO 9001 is the internationally recognised water industry accreditation for quality management systems. It certifies that our processes are built to consistently deliver high-quality products.
Why It Matters for Your Project:
- Consistent performance across our entire tank range
- Reduced risk of defects or site delays
- Evidence of a structured, quality-first manufacturing process
- Supports public sector and framework requirements
WRAS – The Essential Accreditation for Drinking Water
What It Is:
WRAS (Water Regulations Advisory Scheme) certification is a key water industry accreditation in the UK. It confirms that our tanks, fittings, and materials comply with the Water Supply Regulations and are safe for use with potable water.
Why It Matters for You:
- Legally required for products connected to mains water
- Protects water quality and public health
- Ensures quick sign-off by local authorities and inspectors
- Ideal for hospitals, schools, offices, and residential buildings
LPCB – Fire-Rated Assurance for Critical Infrastructure
What It Is:
The Loss Prevention Certification Board (LPCB) provides internationally recognised fire safety accreditation, relevant across the water, construction, and utilities sectors.
Why It Matters for You:
- Verifies performance in fire-rated environments
- Ideal for risers, plant rooms, and high-risk sites
- Accepted by insurers and regulatory bodies
- Minimises risk and supports compliance in safety-critical installs
NSF – Hygienic Materials for Water System Safety
What It Is:
NSF International is a globally respected body providing water industry accreditation for hygiene and safety in materials and products that contact drinking water.
Why It Matters:
- Verifies that tanks are free from harmful contaminants
- Especially important for the food, beverage, medical, and pharmaceutical sectors
- Trusted in international water safety standards
- Boosts peace of mind for potable water applications
KIWA – Performance-Proven Product Certification
What It Is:
KIWA is a European body offering product testing and certification for water systems and building services.
Why It Matters:
- Third-party tested to ensure durability and compliance
- Strengthens your bid in EU-aligned tenders or technical submissions
- Demonstrates ongoing product innovation and industry alignment
SMAS – Safety Management for Peace of Mind
What It Is:
SMAS Worksafe is part of the SSIP (Safety Schemes in Procurement) network and certifies a company’s health and safety standards.
Why It Matters for you:
- Confirms Tricel as a safe and responsible supplier
- Reduces risk on site
- Speeds up subcontractor approvals for large construction projects
- Recognised by main contractors and procurement managers UK-wide
ATCM – Supporting Safer, Smarter Urban Development
What It Is:
Membership with the Association of Town and City Management (ATCM) highlights our alignment with sustainable urban planning and public infrastructure development.
Why It Matters:
- Supports social value and local engagement initiatives
- Aligns Tricel Water with town centre and public sector regeneration goals
- Ideal for civic, transport, and council-led projects
Constructionline Gold – Pre-Qualified & Procurement Ready
What It Is:
Constructionline Gold is a highly regarded UK accreditation used in the procurement of construction and infrastructure services.
Why It benefits you:
- Tricel Water is fully pre-qualified and ready to supply
- Meets all key buyer criteria, including health & safety, finance, and sustainability
- Saves you time when onboarding a supplier
- Often a prerequisite for tenders in government, housing, and utility sectors
Water Industry Accreditations That Build Confidence
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ISO 9001
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Quality Management
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Reliable performance and fewer product issues
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WRAS
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Potable Water Compliance
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Legal and safe for drinking water use
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NSF
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Hygiene & Safety
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Materials verified for safe water contact
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LPCB
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Fire Protection
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Assured safety for fire-rated environments
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KIWA
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Product Performance
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Third-party tested durability and compliance
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SMAS
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Site Health & Safety
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Certified safe working practices and contractor access
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ATCM
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Urban Project Alignment
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Commitment to sustainable and civic development
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Constructionline Gold
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Procurement Pre-Qualification
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Ready-to-go, reliable supplier for major tenders
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Work with a Fully Accredited Water Storage Supplier
With our full suite of water industry accreditations, Tricel Water offers:
- WRAS-approved water tanks
- LPCB-certified fire-rated GRP enclosures
- ISO 9001-led quality processes
- NSF & KIWA certified safety and performance
- Ready-to-supply status via Constructionline Gold
Whether you’re working on a healthcare facility, school, data centre, or commercial build, we’re here to help you specify the right, compliant solution with full technical support and rapid delivery across the UK. Ready to request a quote?
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