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Thursday, October 31, 2019

Graphalloy for Drinking Water Applications, Food Applications

clean drinking water picturePotable Water

NSF International has certified grades of GRAPHALLOY material for use in municipal well pumps and treatment plant applications. These Graphalloy grades are certified to NSF/ANSI Standard 61-"Drinking Water System Components- Health Effects" and approved in the category for Multiple Water Contact Materials up to 180°F.

The Water Regulations Advisory Scheme (WRAS, UK) has approved a grade of GRAPHALLOY material as suitable for contact with wholesome water for domestic purposes having met the requirements of BS 6920-1:2000 and/or 2014 'Suitability of non-metallic products for use in contact with water intended for human consumption with regard to their effect on the quality of the water'.

Where to use NSF and WRAS Certified Grapahalloy Bushings
  • Municipal Well Pumps
  • Pumps- Potable Water
  • Water Treatment Plants


Food Applications

FDA acceptable bearings and foodIn 1996, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration gave GRAPHALLOY a favorable opinion for use in pumps, baking ovens, and equipment for transporting and handling food. That opinion was updated and refreshed in 2018.

Click here to learn more about Graphalloy for food applications

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