When specifying innovative construction products and techniques, independent certification provides confidence that solutions have been thoroughly assessed for quality, safety and regulatory compliance.
Geobear is proud to announce that it has become the first and only geopolymer injection company to achieve verified compliance with the Irish Building Regulations through its British Board of Agrément (BBA) certification.
This important milestone means engineers, architects, surveyors, local authorities, insurers and property owners across Ireland can specify Geobear's geopolymer injection technology with the reassurance of independent third-party verification that it complies with Irish Building Regulations.
What is BBA certification?
The British Board of Agrément (BBA) is one of the construction industry's most respected independent certification bodies. Its Agrément Certificate demonstrates that a construction product or system has been rigorously assessed for fitness for purpose, durability, performance and quality.
Geobear UK first achieved BBA certification in 2021 and remains the only geopolymer injection company in the world to hold this level of independent certification.
Following the introduction of an Irish Building Regulations compliance add-on by the BBA, Geobear has successfully extended its certification to cover projects throughout the Republic of Ireland.
Why this matters in Ireland
Following regulatory changes introduced after Brexit, third-party certificates used in Ireland must specifically demonstrate compliance with the Republic of Ireland's Building Regulations.
Geobear's updated certification confirms compliance with Parts A to M of the Irish Building Regulations, providing designers, specifiers and building control professionals with the assurance that our geopolymer injection solutions meet the necessary regulatory requirements for use in Ireland.
This removes an important barrier for professionals looking to specify advanced ground engineering solutions with confidence.
Independent assurance for innovative ground engineering
Geobear's geopolymer injection technology provides a modern alternative to many traditional ground engineering methods.
Our solutions can:
- Stabilise weak ground
- Fill underground voids
- Lift and re-level sunken structures
- Mitigate subsidence
- Improve bearing capacity
All without the extensive excavation typically associated with conventional repair methods.
The BBA certification process independently assesses not only the performance of the geopolymer material itself, but also its durability, structural characteristics, design methodology, installation procedures and ongoing manufacturing quality controls.
Certification holders are also subject to regular surveillance and formal reviews to ensure continued compliance.
Setting the benchmark for geopolymer injection
Richard Dee, Director of Geobear Ireland, said:
"This is a significant milestone for Geobear in Ireland. Our customers and their professional advisors can now have complete confidence that our solutions comply with Irish Building Regulations, independently verified by one of the construction industry's most respected certification bodies.
As the first and only geopolymer injection company to achieve this certification, we are proud to be setting a new benchmark for quality, transparency and technical assurance. At a time when regulatory certainty is increasingly important, this certification demonstrates our ongoing commitment to delivering the highest standards for our customers."
Confidence backed by independent certification
Whether supporting residential subsidence repairs, commercial buildings or critical infrastructure, Geobear's geopolymer injection technology offers a fast, minimally invasive solution that is now independently verified for compliance with Irish Building Regulations.
For engineers, architects, surveyors and property owners, this provides greater confidence when selecting innovative ground improvement solutions that deliver proven performance while minimising disruption.
If you would like to learn more about Geobear's certified geopolymer injection solutions in Ireland, please contact our team or explore our residential, commercial and infrastructure services.
