February 4, 2012.

National Standards Authority of Ireland

Patrick Bracken

1 Swift Square, Northwood Santry Dublin 9

01 807 3800

01 807 3838

info@nsai.ie

As Ireland's Official standards body, NSAI aims to inspire consumer confidence and create the infrastructure for products and services to be recognized and relied on, all over the world. NSAI do this by developing standards; issuing certification; monitoring and regulating metrology; and approving new materials and processes for Ireland's construction industry. NSAI work at national and international level to ensure published standards define international best practice and reflect developments in science and technology. As a centre of excellence NSAI also provide world leadership in certain standards. That means they are recognized as a key player in facilitating trade, both in Ireland and in global markets. NSAI have a highly respected and reliable repository of skills, knowledge and expertise in areas including: Consultation on standards to help manufacturers and suppliers meet safety and consumer requirements; Provide information and training to help organizations attain higher standards through self-regulation; Enabling reliable and certified new innovations in the construction industry; Maintaining traceable and internationally recognized measurement standards.