Steel Industry Glossary › PEDWhat is PED and why is it important for industrial manufacturing? The Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) establishes safety standards for pressure equipment in the EU. Compliance ensures safety and quality, specifically adhering to EN 13445 for unfired pressure vessels and EN 13480 for metallic industrial piping. Adherence to these standards is crucial for manufacturers, protecting personnel and the environment from hazardous failures.
PED Pressure Equipment Directive (2014/68/EU) — European directive ensuring safety of pressure equipment. Materials must be sourced from PED-approved manufacturers.
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