In a significant advancement for International Process Plants (IPP), the Universal Glasteel Equipment (UGE) subsidiary has attained the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) ‘R’ Certificate for its facility in Eastover, South Carolina. This recent recognition permits IPP to carry out pressure vessel repairs and modifications at this pivotal location in the United States. This certification marks a major step in IPP’s strategic plans to amplify its service capabilities and operational competencies in the North American market by ensuring the facility meets rigorous industry benchmarks.
The recent achievement is a continuation of UGE’s established credibility, as its facility in Făgăraș, Romania, already holds multiple pressure vessel certifications, including ASME U and R stamps. With the latest ASME ‘R’ Certificate of Authorization extended to the South Carolina site following a successful joint audit, IPP has now fortified its presence in the U.S. Although this extension is temporary, it’s clear that the company aims to secure permanent certification status, thereby offering enhanced operational flexibility and reduced costs associated with pressure vessel repairs and alterations.
Enhancement of North American Operations
The extension of the ASME ‘R’ Certificate is not merely a bureaucratic milestone but an operational enhancement that promises to deliver substantial cost and lead-time advantages over acquiring entirely new equipment. This capability allows IPP to undertake repairs and alterations on its extensive inventory of glass-lined and alloy pressure vessels directly within the U.S. This presents an enormous advantage, as it curtails the need for costly and time-intensive international solutions. The audit, conducted on October 1st, verified that the South Carolina facility met stringent quality management system standards without major findings or non-conformities, reinforcing IPP’s commitment to excellence.
The audit’s success underscores IPP’s relentless dedication to stringent quality controls and robust management systems, attributes that were meticulously verified and met with high standards in the recent assessment. This accomplishment highlights the effective teamwork between IPP’s teams both in Romania and the United States. According to Jan Gale, Executive Vice President of IPP, the certification reaffirms the company’s mission to surpass customer expectations by offering comprehensive and high-quality services from a singular location, thus improving overall efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Strategic Expansion and Future Milestones
In a significant move for International Process Plants (IPP), its subsidiary, Universal Glasteel Equipment (UGE), has received the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) ‘R’ Certificate for its facility in Eastover, South Carolina. This prestigious certification allows IPP to perform pressure vessel repairs and modifications at this crucial U.S. location. It represents a major milestone in IPP’s strategic objective to enhance its service capabilities and operational efficiency in the North American market, ensuring that the facility meets stringent industry standards.
This recent recognition builds on UGE’s established reputation, as its facility in Făgăraș, Romania, already boasts multiple pressure vessel certifications, including ASME U and R stamps. With the recent ASME ‘R’ Certificate of Authorization now extended to the Eastover site, following a successful joint audit, IPP has significantly strengthened its footing in the U.S. market. Although this certification is temporary, aiming to make it permanent is clear, offering the company heightened operational flexibility and reduced costs related to pressure vessel repairs and modifications.
