2014/29/EU Simple Pressure Vessel Directive

Simple pressure vessels can pose a danger to human safety if not handled and assessed properly. Therefore, the European Directive for Simple Pressure Vessels 2014/29/EU (SPVD) regulates that all simple pressure vessels connected to the European Union market must be certified by a notified body.We are recognized as a notified body for the certification of products, systems and personnel under the SPVD. Furthermore, we provide certification allowing the manufacturer to apply the CE mark to their products. Ensure your products conform to regional standards with our support.Ask how we can help you efficiently secure simple pressure vessel approval for your products!

This directive applies to simple pressure vessels manufactured in series. Under this directive, a simple pressure vessel means any welded vessel subjected to an internal gauge pressure greater than 0.5 bar intended to contain air or nitrogen but not intended to be fired. The parts and assemblies contributing to the vessel’s strength under pressure shall be made either of non-alloy quality steel, non-alloy aluminum or non-age hardening aluminum alloys.