The BMTFA Technical Committee has updated it information pack on the suitability of dual-certified carbon steel tubes under UK/European legislation. The BMTFA industry information pack now contains addition information, including the application of Sound Engineering Practice (SEP) and when different tube diameters within system pipework fall under the Pressure Equipment Directive (PED -2014/68/EU) ("the Directive")
Unlike BS EN10217-1 TR2 Grades and BS EN10217-2 GH Grades, all BS EN10217-1 TR1 Grades are no longer acceptable for use in applications under the PED, which was implemented into UK law by the Pressure Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016. This is because TR1 grades do not meet the essential requirements of that Directive in respect of ageing (determined by the chemical composition) or ductility (specified as minimum Charpy impact requirements).
Therefore, it is important to understand the technical differences between products and the applicable standards, legislation, or regulations being applied. This will help, to ensure that steel tubes of appropriate type, grade and technical delivery conditions and standards are specified or selected for the application(s) concerned.
If you require the old version of the industrial guidance for comparison, please contact Technical with your request.
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