What does CE marking and PED mean for pressure tanks?
CE marking and the Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) are linked to European rules for pressurized equipment and are used for pressure vessels and tanks in industry.
PED includes requirements on design, materials, manufacturing and documentation for pressurized systems depending on the application and pressure level.
CE marking is used to indicate that a product is intended to comply with the relevant requirements of the applicable EU Directives.
Process surplus offers pressure vessels and stainless steel tanks in stainless steel 304 and acid-proof 316 in various designs where documentation linked to, for example, PED and CE may occur depending on specification and previous use.
Function and structure
Pressure tanks are used in processes where liquids or gases are handled under pressure depending on the application and operating conditions.
The design varies depending on the pressure level, temperature, fluid properties and process requirements.
Tanks can be equipped with, for example, level measurement, inspection hatches, safety valves and pressure monitoring depending on the design and specification.
Materials and construction
Pressure vessels are often manufactured in stainless steel 304 or acid-proof 316 depending on the properties of the fluid and the requirements of the process.
Stainless steel is used in many industrial applications where cleanability and resistance to corrosion are relevant factors.
Tanks are usually welded and may have different surface treatments such as grinding or polishing depending on the application and requirements of the process.
Documentation related to materials, weld design and possible tests may occur depending on the specification and regulatory requirements.
Pressurized and atmospheric solutions
PED and CE are mainly linked to pressurized systems and pressure vessels depending on the design and application.
Atmospheric tanks are not normally subject to the same requirements for pressure equipment, although similar materials and construction principles may be present.
Pressurized tanks may be equipped with components such as safety valves and pressure gauges depending on the design and specification.
Applications in industry
Pressure vessels and pressure tanks are used in several types of industrial processes.
Examples of applications are food production, chemical industry, pharmaceutical related processes and water treatment where pressure management can be part of the process.
Usage varies depending on process requirements, fluid properties and operating conditions.
Technical options and equipment
Pressure vessels can be equipped with, for example:
Pressure measurement and monitoring
Safety valves
Manholes and inspection openings
Level measurement and control systems
Temperature-related solutions such as sheathing or insulation
Documentation for material and weld design
The design varies depending on the model, specification and application.
Volume and capacity
Pressure vessels come in many different sizes depending on the process and capacity needs.
Volume can be affected by factors such as construction, wall thickness, safety equipment and documentation requirements depending on the application and pressure conditions.
CE and PED in practice
CE marking and PED are used to document and classify pressurized equipment according to current EU regulations.
The requirements depend, among other things, on the pressure level, volume, medium and application.
Documentation and testing may be required depending on the classification and specification of the equipment.
New and used pressure vessels
Processöverskott offers both new and used pressure vessels in various designs where documentation linked to, for example, PED and CE may occur depending on the object and specification.
Tanks may be equipped with different technical solutions depending on the model and previous use. Availability varies depending on stock status and specification.
Choosing the right pressure vessel
Pressure vessel selection is often based on factors such as pressure level, temperature, fluid properties and process requirements.
Process surplus can provide information on different designs and technical options depending on the application and area of use.
Executive summary
CE marking and PED are linked to European rules for pressurized equipment and are used in many types of industrial processes.
Processöverskott offers stainless steel pressure vessels in stainless steel 304 and acid-proof 316 in various designs where technical solutions and documentation may occur depending on the specification.
Frequently asked questions about CE marking and PED
What does CE marking and PED mean?
CE marking and PED are linked to European rules for pressurized equipment and are used to classify and document pressure vessels and tanks.
Which tanks are covered by the PED?
PED mainly applies to pressurized systems depending on the design, pressure level and application.
What materials are used?
Stainless steel 304 and acid-proof 316 are used depending on the properties of the fluid and the requirements of the process.
What security components may be present?
Examples include safety valves, pressure measurement, level monitoring and inspection openings depending on the design.
How to choose the right pressure vessel?
The choice is often based on process requirements, pressure level, temperature and fluid properties.