Cylinders and Valves Inspection and Testing

Inspecting and retesting of cylinders, cylinder bundles and CO2 extinguishers

Ikaros Srl is a recertification centre approved by the Bureau Veritas certification body of worldwide relevance in inspection, conformity assessment and certification services.

We carry out retesting sessions both for cylinders identified by the π marking, in accordance with the European TPED Directive 2010/35/EU, and for cylinders manufactured and approved according to the Italian law D.M. 1925 that have the RI marking.

What does our cylinder testing service provide?

Ikaros’ testing service starts with the acceptance and inspection of cylinders by our technical staff to assess their condition both in terms of safety and compliance with legal requirements. Specifically, we perform the following checks:

periodic expiry of the test;
accuracy of cylinder certification and equipment;
general condition of the vessel.

We also support the customer in choosing possible actions through technical advice and useful information so that he is aware of the current legislations and the risk involved in using a non-compliant pressure cylinder.

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Cylinder and cylinder bundles maintenance

In addition to classic testing and re-testing activities, Ikaros offers various specific maintenance services to meet the most diverse requirements, always with an eye on safety and regulatory compliance.

We carefully and thoroughly perform all tests required by current standards in order to certify the suitability of a vessel for subsequent use.
For applications where it is necessary, or at the customer’s request, we carry out internal cleaning of the cylinder by sandblasting.
If necessary, we undertake the replacement of the valve and protective cap.
We restore the cylinder’s paint to ensure its integrity over time.
We offer the possibility of customising the cylinder according to the customer’s needs and tastes.
We take care of the disposal of used and/or non-standard cylinders, valves and caps.

Certified quality

At the end of the testing activities, Ikaros issues a Certification stating that the vessel intended for the storage of gas under pressure complies with current regulations and is therefore in compliance.

Special testing and/or additional certifications

Ikaros organises hydrostatic testing sessions, also for large cylinders, in the presence of external inspectors for additional certifications, or for approval for entry into non-EU markets.

Ikaros’ technical staff are available to share their know-how and organize work in the best possible way in order to guarantee all customers speedy execution and correct documentation.

Valve re-testing service

Ikaros offers its customers the opportunity to subject valves to high-pressure hydraulic leak testing and pressure testing, as required by marine certification bodies, for approval of valves for marine use.

This process makes it possible to identify any gas leaks that could compromise the performance of the entire system in which the valve and cylinder are applied.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How often should pressure vessels be tested?

To ensure that cylinders can be used safely without harming persons and/or material objects, gas containers must be inspected and retested periodically. There are well-defined regulations that determine the manner and timing of inspecting and testing procedures for pressure vessels. To ensure compliance with these procedures, it is important that these activities are carried out by authorised bodies.

Some examples:

T-PED or RI marked cylinders containing CO2 or inert gases: should be tested every 10 years;
CO2 fire extinguishers: overhaul every 5 years and testing every 10 years;
Diving air cylinders: the first overhaul must be carried out 4 years after the date of manufacture, then every 2 years;
Scuba diving air cylinders for land use: every 10 years.

What are T-PED and RI markings?

The T-PED (Transportable Pressure Equipment Directive) and RI (Italian Recognition) markings indicate compliance with specific European and Italian regulations for pressure vessels.