Design verification is a comprehensive, independent assessment that confirms your equipment design meets all relevant safety standards and legal requirements in New Zealand.
The design and operation of high-risk pressure equipment in New Zealand is regulated to protect workers, assets and the public. Whether you are designing new systems, modifying existing plant or importing equipment, independent design verification is a critical step to mitigate risk and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
We provide comprehensive, independent design verification services for pressure equipment across the country. Our team of recognized design verifiers acts as your trusted partner, delivering robust third-party reviews and certifications that give you the confidence to design and operate safely, efficiently and in full compliance with local legislation.
Key benefits for your business
- Compliance and risk mitigationMeet legal obligations under WorkSafe NZ, while identifying design flaws early to avoid costly rework, safety risks and incidents.
- Safety and efficiencyEnsure your equipment meets the highest safety standards and accelerate project timelines with our streamlined review process.
- Global expertise, local insightLeverage our international experience and deep local knowledge to meet both global best practices and regional requirements.
- Scalable, life cycle supportFrom concept design to installation and commissioning, we support every stage of your pressure equipment life cycle and serve industries from manufacturing to infrastructure.
- Sustainability and innovationAchieve ESG goals through safe, efficient and compliant design practices tailored to your operational needs.
Pressure equipment verification solutions
We offer a range of specialized services tailored to the design and operation of pressure equipment in New Zealand. Our experts verify pressure vessels, heat exchangers, boilers, piping systems, pipelines and other high-risk equipment to ensure compliance with AS/NZS 1200 and relevant international standards. Services include:
- Review of design calculations, drawings and documentation, including assessment of design verification (DV) reports from overseas recognized inspection bodies to ensure compliance with New Zealand regulations
- Comprehensive modelling and analysis
- Verification of design assumptions, parameters, design standards, material specifications, weld details, pressure testing and fabrication procedures
- Assessment of NZ specific seismic and wind loading requirements and equipment nozzle loads
- Re-certification and fitness-for-purpose assessments
- Review of imported equipment designs for local compliance
We provide design verification certificates authorized by International Accreditation New Zealand as per health and safety regulations.
FAQ
Yes, design verification is mandated under the Health and Safety in Employment (Pressure Equipment, Cranes, and Passenger Ropeways) Regulations 1999 in New Zealand. It must be performed by a recognized inspection body.
We are accredited by IANZ (International Accreditation New Zealand) and recognized globally for our inspection and verification services. Our certifications are trusted by regulators, industry leaders and compliance authorities.
Design verification must be carried out by a Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng), as required by New Zealand regulations. We have Chartered Professional Engineers (CPEng) on our team, ensuring we possess the specific competencies and registrations needed to satisfy New Zealand's regulatory demands.
We verify designs to the standards recognized and listed in AS/NZS 1200 Pressure Equipment, including relevant international standards and local codes of practice from WorkSafe NZ. We also consider manufacturer-specific guidelines where applicable.
We verify pressure vessels, boilers, heat exchangers, piping systems, pipelines and other high-risk pressure equipment. Our services cover both new designs and modifications to existing plant.
Yes, we review imported equipment designs to ensure they meet local compliance requirements and provide the necessary verification certificates for regulatory approval.
We provide design verification for clients in the following industries:
- Industrial
- Energy
- Oil and gas
- Petrochemical
- Chemical processing
- Food and beverage
- Pulp and paper
- Manufacturing
- Infrastructure and utilities
We provide Design Verification Certificates and approve design drawings with IANZ authorization, along with detailed reviews of calculations, materials and loadings.