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PED 2014/68/EU Certification
European Pressure Equipment Directive (PED)
European PED 2014/68/EU certification is an important certification for the pressure equipment and pressure systems supplied in the European market. It ensures your company’s compliance with certain key aspects of design, production, welding, inspection, testing, and conformity assessment. Thus, you will demonstrate your ability to manufacture CE marked pressure equipment according to European requirements.
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About the Standard
What is PED Certification?
Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) 2014/68/EU sets out the essential safety requirements in respect of the design, manufacture, examination and assessment of the conformity of pressure equipment and pressure assemblies. It offers a system of guidelines for CE Marking, manufacturing process, traceability of materials, testing and technical documentation in line with the relevant EU legislation.
While being different from general product certification systems, PED 2014/68/EU focuses on pressure-retaining equipment operating above certain pressure levels. This includes pressure vessels, boilers, heat exchangers, pressure piping, safety accessories and assemblies by means of risk-based conformity assessment, authorized manufacture process, Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) and quality control procedures.
This directive is well-known among all sectors of industry including energy, chemical, oil & gas and process industries. PED 2014/68/EU proves technical expertise, CE Marking compliance and ability to manufacture pressure equipment according to the EU requirements.
Why It Matters
Essential Safety Compliance
Checks ESR compliance under PED.
Risk Based Conformity Assessment
Uses risk-based conformity assessment modules according to equipment risk category.
CE Marking Ready
Provides CE Marking on equipment provided in European market.
Quality Control Manufacturing
Controls design, fabrication, welding, inspection & testing processes.
Material Traceability
Traces pressure retaining material and manufacturing data.
Standard Requirements
Technical Requirements of PED 2014/68/EU
It states the important safety requirements that must be met for pressure equipment in terms of design, manufacturing, inspection, testing, and CE Marking.
Essential Safety Requirements
Ensure compliance with safety requirements of PED throughout design and manufacture of the equipment.
Conformity Assessment
Complete the necessary conformity assessment process by taking into account the equipment category.
CE Marking
Show the compliance of pressure equipment put on the European market.
Risk Classification
Categorize the equipment in terms of pressure, fluid type, and risk category.
Material Traceability
Guarantee material traceability of pressure retaining parts and components.
Inspection & NDT
Conduct inspections and Non-Destructive Testing of the equipment if necessary.
Technical Documentation
Provide the technical files and documentation of compliance.
European Market Access
Ensure regulatory compliance while exporting pressure equipment to Europe.
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Industries That Use PED 2014/68/EU
PED 2014/68/EU is required or strongly preferred across every sector where structural integrity depends on weld quality — from heavy infrastructure to precision engineering.
Structural Steel
Pressure Equipment
Railway
Shipbuilding
Oil & Gas
Energy
Heavy Engineering
Industrial Machinery
Certification Levels
Understanding PED 2014/68/EU Levels
Three tiers of quality requirements. Select the level that matches the technical complexity and risk profile of your welding activities.
PED 2014/68/EU-2
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Comprehensive Requirements
SUITABLE FOR
- Pressure vessels & piping
- Nuclear & power generation
- Aerospace structures
- High-integrity structural steel
KEY REQUIREMENTS
- Full review of technical requirements
- Comprehensive weld procedure qualification
- Certified welding coordination
- Complete inspection & testing records
- Full materials and components traceability
PED 2014/68/EU-3
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Standard Requirements
SUITABLE FOR
- General structural fabrication
- Railway rolling stock
- Shipbuilding & marine
- Industrial machinery
KEY REQUIREMENTS
- Review of technical requirements
- Standard welding procedure qualification
- Appointed welding coordinator
- Relevant NDT and visual inspection
- Material documentation maintained
PED 2014/68/EU-4
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Elementary Requirements
SUITABLE FOR
- Light steel structures
- Non-safety-critical fabrications
- Simple repetitive weld sequences
- Low-risk applications
KEY REQUIREMENTS
- Basic technical review process
- Pre-qualified procedures acceptable
- Basic welding supervision in place
- Visual and dimensional inspection
- Essential documentation maintained
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Everything You Need to Know
Eligibility
- Any manufacturer performing fusion welding
- Organisations seeking regulatory compliance
- Companies in EU regulated welding sectors
Required Documents
- Any manufacturer performing fusion welding
- Organisations seeking regulatory compliance
- Companies in EU regulated welding sectors
Benefits
- Any manufacturer performing fusion welding
- Organisations seeking regulatory compliance
- Companies in EU regulated welding sectors
Why Choose PZVAR
- Any manufacturer performing fusion welding
- Organisations seeking regulatory compliance
- Companies in EU regulated welding sectors
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