Production
The production process is carried out with technologically advanced machineries. The brass used is completely free of ferrous substances (OT85, P-Cu-Zn40-Pb2, certified), partly drawn bars, partly hot pressed. The alloy used is free of cadmium (40% silver-alloy), which is also suitable for the food industry.
Before the painting, the taps are cleaned ultra-sonically, externally as well as internally. This way of cleaning is reliable and environmentally friendly.

The assembly of the taps is carried out with the highest possible accuracy. The pre-assembly is done with loc-tite® or welding. In the final stage, the wrenching is carried out with certified tools to assure maximal tightness.

Coating
The taps are supplied with an epoxy-powder-coating, which creates a clean and smooth surface, able to withstand aggressive chemicals. All RAL-colours are possible, standard colour is light grey (RAL 7035).

Handwheels
All Handwheels are made of Moplen S30G, a synthetic that is highly resistant to chemical attack and fire. The colour coding for identification of the media is according to EN 13792:2002. The colour-code-chart is shown behind the button 'colour coding'.

Norms
All taps are tested through the use of computerised testing facilities, providing test results for every single tap. To further guarantee the quality of the taps, FAR is also using an internal calibration system for the measuring instruments. The thickness of the coating is controlled with certified instruments.
FAR has achieved ISO 9001 TÜV certification and is producing it's taps according to:

• EN 13792:2002 with regard to colour coding for laboratory taps
• DIN 12898 with regard to dimensions and shape of the nozzles
• DIN 30661 with regard to assembly of the taps
• UNI-ISO 228/1 with regard to the threaded connections

FAR laboratory taps are certified according to:

• TÜV-ISO-9001:2000
  Design and manufacture of Laboratory valves and accessories.
• DIN DVGW-NG-4385AO0296
  Gas taps with safety release and ceramic head
• DIN-DVGW-NG-4385AN0295
  Gas controls with safety release and ball valve
• DIN-DVGW NG-4385BO0297
  Gas controls with safety release and ceramic head
• DIN-DVGW NG-4385BO0294
  Gas taps with safety release and ball valve
• CSA-c-us 1210572 class 3371-13 / 3371-93
  Manually Operated Hose End Valves For Laboratory Use
• CSA-c-us 1210576 class 6811-01 / 6811-81 (PLUMBING FITTINGS and ACCESSORIES)
  Fittings Certified to US Standards