What is BS EN 16753 - Periodic inspection and testing of gas cylinders about?
BS EN 16753 specifies requirements for using a combination of appropriate in situ non-destructive examination (NDE) techniques, for example, visual examination, acoustic emission testing [AT] and ultrasonic testing [UT] when periodically inspecting and testing seamless steel pressure vessels (tubes) with a water capacity between 150 l and 3 000 l, used for compressed and liquefied gases for a further period of service.
BS EN 16753 is applicable only to pressure vessels (tubes) installed in locations where attempting any removal from their containing superstructure would be hazardous, or where the downtime required to remove them would hinder a continuous operation of a plant or service. BS EN 16753 applies to pressure vessel (tube) assemblies where the designs permit all necessary inspections stipulated.
Note: BS EN 16753 does not apply to pressure receptacles used for the transport of gases as described under the TPED.
Who is BS EN 16753 - Periodic inspection and testing of gas cylinders for?
BS EN 16753 on Periodic inspection and testing of gas cylinders is useful for:
- Stainless steel vessels manufacturers
- Gas cylinder manufacturing companies
- Regulatory regimes
- Installers
Why should you use BS EN 16753 - Periodic inspection and testing of gas cylinders?
A number of seamless steel pressure vessels designed and manufactured in a similar way as tubes, as referred to in ADR are used for applications other than the transport of gases. BS EN 16753 provides information and procedures to user for the periodic inspection and testing of such refillable seamless steel vessels (tubes).
BS EN 16753 is applicable only to seamless steel pressure vessels installed in locations where attempting any removal from their containing superstructure would be hazardous or difficult or where the downtime required to remove the tube would hinder a continuous operation of a plant or service.