BS EN 13530-2:2002 - Page 3

Cryogenic vessels. Large transportable vacuum insulated vessels. Design, fabrication, inspection and testing | Status: Current, Under review

1 Scope This European Standard specifies requirements for the design, fabrication, inspection and testing of large transportable vacuum insulated cryogenic vessels of more than 1 000 l volume, which are permanently (fixed tanks) or not permanently (demountable tanks) attached to a vehicle, for carriage by road. However, it can be used for other mode of transport providing the specific regulations/requirements are complied with. This European Standard applies to large transportable vacuum insulated cryogenic vessels for fluids specified in EN 13530‑1:2002 and does not apply to vessels designed for toxic fluids. This European Standard does not include the general vehicle requirements e.g. running gear, brakes, lighting etc. that should be in accordance with the relevant standards/regulations.