NSF Special Section-NSF/ANSI Standard 14: 40 Years of Service to the Plumbing Industry
Issue: 6/05
In 2005, NSF/ANSI Standard 14: Plastic Piping System Components and Related Materials celebrates 40 years in existence. This standard, first published in October of 1965, was established to create criteria for physical and performance requirements, quality assurance, and records maintenance for plastic piping system components and related materials. Prior to 1988, NSF/ANSI Standard 14 incorporated specific health effects requirements for all products designated for use in potable water systems.