Pressure valve
Injuries Pressure equipment/vessels Serious risk
| Alert Number | SR/03459/25 |
| Brand | Sempell |
| Category | Pressure equipment/vessels |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Published | 10 October 2025 |
Risk Description
At temperatures above 232°C, the cadmium coating could cause the fastener to become brittle and break, with resultant leakage, which could cause serious injuries to people next to it. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Pressure Equipment Directive nor with the European standard EN 10204.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 25/06/2025
Product Description
Pressure valves of various designs for use in power plants and chemical installations. Custom-made to customer specifications.