Document Appraisal

The entire technical documentation is checked for compliance against applicable standards during the so-called Document Appraisal. This goes far beyond the TSG-regulations and is performed solely against Chinese national standards - which generally speaking, have little in common with the internationally harmonized standards of the western world.

Our specialists are aware of this all important factor and are experienced in the correct translations and interpretations. Critical points are clarified as far as possible at the very beginning in order to avoid the unpleasant surprises which usually appear towards the end of the document appraisal.

Checking the documentation directly after a successful audit isn’t exactly following the authority’s recommendations but experience has proved it to be the easiest time to take care of it.

Registration

In 2016, SELO registration was updated to an on-line process (see also online application), since then registration is only possible via special software.

License Audit

The main objective of the license audit is to verify that a manufacturer is in a position to manufacture pressure equipment in accordance with the applicable TSG-regulations.

Procedure

The individual steps of the licensing process are very precisely defined. The first step must be accomplished before being allowed to begin with the next.

Costs

In most cases there are no recurring costs or fees once the initial license fee has been invoiced. Nevertheless, the initial license fee can be quite considerable!

External Support or Inhouse Solution

We are specialists in our own field. Getting the advice and support from independent, third party experts will definitely prove beneficial.

Project Duration

The official process duration given by the Chinese authorities is a total of eight months.

Manual

China-License will fine-tune the SELO manual on site. This is best combined with a pre-audit.

Type Testing

Transportable pressure vessels, safety equipment and piping require additional type testing.

Preliminary Work

An immense amount of preliminary work is necessary before the license application process may even begin.

We know your world won't wait.