International Approvals for Pressure Equipment
Your Opportunity for Expanding Markets
Companies desiring to export pressure equipment into the global market must comply with all the necessary international requirements and regulations. TÜV Rheinland is authorized to conduct testing and issue certification for pressure equipment which meets the standards and requirements called for under a number of directives. With safety testing from TÜV Rheinland, your products are recognized as safe by regulatory bodies and as well as consumers around the world. As an internationally recognized testing and certification body, TÜV Rheinland helps you compete in international markets. Our inspectors bring years of experience to the testing and certification of a diverse range of products, including individual components and complete systems.
Benefits at a Glance
With our international manufacturer compliance verification programs, you can:
- Satisfy the prerequisites for exporting your products
- Work with a partner familiar with country-specific import regulations
- Take advantage of the worldwide support of our experts and auditors
- Benefit from our years of experience, expertise, and a single source for all your certification needs
Our Services for International Approvals for Pressure Equipment
As an authorized inspection authority, TÜV Rheinland has the expertise to guide you through compliance to all requirements pertaining to the following directives:
- Pressure Equipment Directive (97/23/EC)
- Transportable pressure equipment (99/36/EC)
- Simple pressure vessels (09/105/EC)
Destination Countries
A large number of national organizations and authorities recognize TÜV Rheinland as an international service provider for inspecting pressure equipment in compliance with their respective national regulations. Some of these organizations include:
| Country | National Regulations |
|---|---|
| Argentina | OAA – Organismo Argentino de Acreditacion |
| India | CBB – Central Boilers Board |
| Japan | MHLW – Ministry of Health, Labor, and Welfare, and METI – Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry |
| Malaysia | DOSH – Department of Occupational Safety and Health |
| New Zealand | DoL – Department of Labor |
| Singapore | MoM – Ministry of Manpower |
| South Africa | SANAS – South African National Accreditation System |
| Thailand | TISI – Thai Industrial Standards Institute |
| United States of America | NB – National Board and ASME - American Society of Mechanical Engineers |
- TRIS Brochure (PDF, 759 KB)
- Sorting and Containment Brochure (PDF, 293 KB)
