Salamander Pumps urges installers to choose local over poor-quality imports

​​​​​​​A British manufacturer of shower pumps and water-boosting solutions is calling on installers to take a stronger stance against the importation of low-quality pumps into the UK market

Salamander Pumps is asking installers to protect both consumers and their own reputations by choosing thoroughly tested, fully compliant, UK-made alternatives.

 At a time when non-compliant imports from overseas are increasingly appearing online and within supply chains, Salamander Pumps is highlighting the critical importance of safety, testing and standards within the industry.

 As a Made in Britain-accredited manufacturer, Salamander Pumps designs and builds its products at its Sunderland site, which it says is to the highest engineering and safety standards.

Rather than solely relying on self-declaration, Salamander Pumps uses independent third-party testing alongside internal testing procedures to confirm full compliance.

Third-party testing means an independent, impartial organisation has tested, inspected and confirmed that products meet specific quality, safety, and performance standards.

Every product manufactured by Salamander Pumps carries genuine UKCA and CE marks, demonstrating adherence to all relevant UK and EU regulations.

Salamander Pumps is urging installers to prioritise quality and independent compliance over alternatives, reinforcing that British-made pumps offer the reliability, safety, and performance essential for long-lasting installations.

Gareth Richards, technical director at Salamander Pumps, said: “Installers deserve products that won’t let them down. Imports may look attractive on price, but the hidden risks are significant, from non-compliant electrical components to inconsistent performance.

“A few pounds saved upfront can easily lead to costly call-backs, failures, or even safety hazards.”

“We’re proud to manufacture here in Britain and proud to uphold the standards our industry is built. Our message is simple: choose products that are independently tested.”