FAQ's

1. Why are manhole covers do not have the CE marking? It can be placed in the CE manhole covers?
2. How is evidenced the compliance with the class of the devices for manhole chambers (manhole covers and gully grates) according to EN 124-1 which is affixed to the covers marketed?
3. It is normal the presence of oxidation or corrosion of cast iron covers?
4. The Fire Hydrants must have the CE mark?
5. Under the CE mark, which are the documents that the customer can ask to the supplier?
6. Are Fucoli-Somepal valves covered by CE marking?

1.  

   Why are manhole covers do not have the CE marking? It can be placed in the CE manhole covers?

   The manhole chambers devices, commonly known as gully grates and covers are not covered by CE.  This is due to the fact that the EN 124-1 and 2 of 2015 is not yet harmonized, not being included in the "List of harmonized standards" under Directive (EU) No. 305/2011 of the European Parliament and of the Council, of March 9, 2011, currently known as the Construction Products Regulation (CPR). For that, this time, is not even allowed manufacturers to put the CE mark on the covers and grates, produced in accordance with EN 124-1 and 2 of 2015.

   After the standard is harmonized, there will be a coexistence period (usually one year) for manufacturers to adapt their products to the requirements of Annex ZA of the standard. After this period the manufacturers must have to put the CE marking. The CE mark its mandatory when that is applicable to one product.

2.  

   How is evidenced the compliance with the class of the devices for manhole chambers (manhole covers and gully grates) according to EN 124-1 which is affixed to the covers marketed?

   The covers and gully grates are manufactured according to standard EN 124 currently in force (1995 with March 1996 Edition), and are classified according to their resistance provided in the six classes: A15; B125; C250; D400; E600; F900.

   The devices must be selected according to the intended installation site, and the B125 and D400 classes the most common; the B125 class for covers and grates applied walks and parking lots of cars and D400 class for covers and grates installed on traffic routes and parking areas for all types of road vehicles.

   Compliance with the respective classes must be evidenced through tests carried out. Fucoli -Somepal has a wide experience in the production of access solutions, having its production process certified since 1994, it has a laboratory with duly calibrated equipment that allows it to have complete control of its production, as well as carrying out tests on the final products, according to the standards in which they are produced.

   The Fucoli -Somepal promotes total transparency in its production process, as such, at the request of the Customer, we are available to provide the test reports of our products, tests that may have been carried out in our internal test laboratory or in external laboratories.

3.  

   It is normal the presence of oxidation or corrosion of cast iron covers?

   In accordance with the EN 124-2 standard, covers and gully grates made of cast iron can be supplied with or without coating/painting. Given the type of application of this product and its exposure to the most varied climatic conditions, for long periods of time, painting is considered to have only aesthetic purposes, not being related to a system of protection against corrosion.

   In addition to these factors, the EN 124-2 standard also states that the materials used in the coating of covers and gully grates must comply with local environmental and/or toxicological regulations.

   Fucoli -Somepal is deeply committed to supporting the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development , which is why the coating applied to the covers and gully grates was specially conceived in order to defend the genetic heritage, eliminate risks to the environment and ensure health and safety, both our employees and everyone involved in the logistics, storage and installation of covers and gully grates.

   There may be products on the market whose coating has slightly better results, with regard to the visual appearance of oxidation or corrosion. However, we draw attention to the fact that these products, although aesthetically they may be more pleasing, their environmental costs and the risks to the safety and health of those involved are quite high. Since, in these situations, the type of coating applied contains organic solvents that pose risks to the health of users, putting the genetic heritage at risk (mutagenic, carcinogenic, toxic, …).

4.  

   The Fire Hydrants must have the CE mark?

   The fire hydrants must have the CE mark. The construction of this product is made in accordance with EN 14384, which is included in the list of harmonized standards under Directive (EU) No. 305/2011 of the European Parliament and of the Council, of March 9, 2011, currently known as the Construction Products Regulation (CPR). Thus, the manufacturer must comply with the provisions concerning the attestation of conformity and the performances described in Annex ZA of the standard and is mandatory to place on the product the CE mark.

5.  

   Under the CE mark, which are the documents that the customer can ask to the supplier?

   It can be requested from the manufacturer or supplier to the Declaration of Conformity under the CE marking.

6.  

   Are Fucoli-Somepal valves covered by CE marking?

   All valves and fittings manufactured by Fucoli-Somepal and used exclusively in supply chains, distribution and discharge of water, are not covered by CE marking.

   This is due to the fact that the standard EN 593 is not yet harmonized, not being included in the "List of harmonized standards" under Directive (EU) No. 305/2011 of the European Parliament and of the Council, of March 9, 2011, currently known as the Construction Products Regulation (CPR).

   So it is not allowed manufacturers to put the CE mark on the products concerned.