United KingdomPlated fastener nuts for pressure valves and assemblies sold under the Sempell (Emerson Sempell GmbH) brand are affected (see Annex A for product identifiers). They were recalled because cadmium plating was used instead of required zinc plating, which can cause bolts to fracture above 232°C and could result in process leakage, serious injury or property damage; the fasteners do not comply with the Pressure Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 and standards EN 10204‑3.1 and EN 10204‑3.2. Sempell GmbH has recalled the product and has contacted affected customers directly with a Safety Notice; owners should follow that Safety Notice.
What's being recalled
Product Recall for Emerson Sempell GmbH Valve Fastener presenting a serious risk of injuries.
Type: Fastener for Valve Assemblies – Nuts (Fixings/Fasteners)
Brand: Sempell
Other Identifiers: For product identifiers, please see Annex A below.
Country of Origin: Gemany
Product Description: Plated fasteners for pressure valves and assemblies.
How to identify it
PSD notification number: 2509-0175
Notified by: Health and Safety Executive
The hazard
The product presents a serious risk of injury as the product specifications require that zinc-plating is used on the fasteners. Testing confirmed that cadmium-plating had been used during the manufacturing process. There is a risk that the incorrect plating on the fasteners can cause the bolt to fracture at temperatures exceeding 232°C which could result in process leakage, serious injury or property damage.
The Fasteners do not comply with the Pressure Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 and the applicable standards, EN 10204-3.1 and EN 10204-3.2
What to do
The product has been recalled by Sempell GmbH, who have contacted affected customers directly with a Safety Notice.
The official notice
This page is a summary of the notice published by Office for Product Safety and Standards, collected from Office for Product Safety and Standards. Check the original before you act on it.
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