The Construction Industry Research and Information Association (CIRIA) is an independent, not-for-profit organisation that develops guidance, research and best practice across the construction and infrastructure sectors. Within flood resilience, CIRIA helped develop the Property Flood Resilience (PFR) Code of Practice used to support the effective assessment, specification and delivery of flood resilience measures.

The International Property Flood Resilience Association (IPFRA) is an organisation that brings together manufacturers, suppliers and specialists working within the flood resilience sector. Its aim is to improve standards, encourage collaboration and support the development of best practice across Property Flood Resilience (PFR).

The Building Research Establishment (BRE) is an independent research and testing organisation focused on improving standards, safety and performance within the built environment. BRE works across areas including construction, sustainability, fire safety and flood resilience, and helped develop the Property Flood Resilience (PFR) Code of Practice alongside CIRIA.

About M3 Floodtec

M3 Floodtec provides Property Flood Resilience (PFR) solutions for homes, businesses, infrastructure and community projects across the UK. Combining independently tested products, in-house manufacturing and specialist technical expertise, we help reduce flood risk through flood resilience systems tailored to each property and level of risk.

BSI-Certified Quality Products

In-House Manufacturing & Testing

Specialist Solution Providers

End-to-End Support Services

Funding & Insurance Experts

Built Around Resilience

Our Mission & Values

At M3 Floodtec, we believe effective flood resilience is about more than products alone. Our focus is on helping people, properties and communities better prepare for flooding through solutions designed around real-world flood risks and long-term performance.

Everything we do is built around quality, innovation and reliability, from independently tested products and in-house manufacturing to continued investment in research, development and industry collaboration.

By combining technical expertise with a straightforward and customer-focused approach, we aim to make flood resilience more accessible, effective and easier to understand for homeowners, businesses, infrastructure providers and public sector organisations across the UK.

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Certified For Confidence

British Standard BS 851188

The British Standards Institution (BSI) develops recognised standards designed to improve quality, consistency and product performance across industries.

M3 Floodtec became the first company in the world to achieve certification to the new British Standard BS 851188, which replaced PAS 1188, for a flood resistance product range. Our certified products carry the BSI Kitemark™ under Licence No. KM 713574, giving customers confidence that they have been independently assessed against recognised flood resistance requirements.

BS 851188 considers product performance alongside requirements for manufacture, installation and user information, providing a recognised framework for building flood resistance products.

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Industry-Leading Innovation

Flood Test Facility

M3 Floodtec’s purpose-built Flood Test Facility was developed to support the research, development and demonstration of Property Flood Resilience (PFR) systems under controlled flood conditions. Located at our Worcestershire manufacturing site, the facility is one of only three British Standards Institution (BSI)-approved flood testing centres in the UK and supports testing to BS 851188-1:2019+A1:2021 for building flood resistance products.

The facility includes a fully operational Flood House fitted with flood doors, windows, barriers and other Property Flood Resilience measures, helping demonstrate how systems work together during a flood event. It is also used by other manufacturers and Property Flood Resilience providers, reflecting our commitment to innovation, product development and improving standards across the flood resilience sector.

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Trusted Across The Industry

Recognised Delivery Partner

M3 Floodtec is a trusted Property Flood Resilience (PFR) delivery partner for the Environment Agency (EA), the public body responsible for managing flood risk in England.

We also work with leading insurers supporting Flood Re’s Build Back Better scheme, which can provide eligible homeowners with additional funding for flood resilience measures following a flood.

These relationships reflect the confidence placed in our experience and approach, and our commitment to delivering effective flood resilience measures in line with recognised guidance and best practice.

Committed To Raising Standards

Shaping The Future

M3 Floodtec is a founding member of the International Property Flood Resilience Association (IPFRA), which brings together manufacturers, suppliers and specialists committed to improving standards across the flood resilience sector.

Our work follows the Property Flood Resilience (PFR) Code of Practice, developed by CIRIA and BRE to provide a recognised approach for assessing flood risk, recommending suitable measures and delivering projects.

Through IPFRA, we work alongside other PFR specialists to share knowledge, support best practice and contribute to the continued development of standards across the industry.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Environment Agency (EA)?

The Environment Agency (EA) is a public body responsible for helping protect and improve the environment across England. This includes managing flood risk, maintaining flood defences, issuing flood warnings and supporting projects designed to improve long-term flood resilience for homes, businesses and communities.