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Special Equipment License China – Manufacturing & Installation Permit for Pressure Vessels & Lifting Equipment
Ensure your pressure vessels, boilers, cranes, and elevators obtain a Special Equipment License to enter the Chinese market. Our remote team manages the entire manufacturing permit and installation license application process, keeping your products compliant with China's TSG safety regulations.
📋 Request Free Special Equipment License ConsultationWhat Is a Special Equipment License?
A Special Equipment License (特种设备许可证) is a mandatory permit required for the manufacture, installation, repair, and modification of special equipment in China. Governed by the Special Equipment Safety Law and TSG technical regulations, this license applies to pressure vessels, boilers, lifting appliances, elevators, and large amusement devices. Whether you produce industrial boilers or install overhead cranes, you must obtain a special equipment manufacturing license before commercial operation in China.
Our Special Equipment License service guides foreign manufacturers through the entire China special equipment permit journey. We coordinate factory audits, prepare quality management system documentation, and manage on-site assessments by government bodies. With TEK China, you can navigate the TSG certification process without a local office.
Our Special Equipment License Process
1. Equipment Classification & License Scope
We evaluate your special equipment type, pressure level, and capacity to determine the exact license category and applicable TSG standards.
2. Quality Manual & Document Preparation
We assist in compiling quality management system documents, welding procedure specifications, and NDE personnel certifications for the permit application.
3. On-Site Factory Audit & Type Testing
Government assessors conduct a factory audit and witness type testing. We coordinate the entire assessment process and resolve non-conformities.
4. License Issuance & Renewal
Once approved, you receive your Special Equipment Manufacturing License. The license is valid for 4 years, and we provide full renewal support.
Equipment That Requires a Special Equipment License
Any equipment covered by the Catalogue of Special Equipment must have a manufacturing or installation permit. Common examples include:
- Pressure Vessels: reactors, heat exchangers, storage tanks, separators, autoclaves
- Boilers: steam boilers, hot water boilers, thermal oil heaters, waste heat boilers
- Lifting Appliances: overhead cranes, gantry cranes, tower cranes, mobile cranes, hoists
- Elevators & Escalators: passenger elevators, freight elevators, escalators, moving walks
- Forklifts & Special Vehicles: counterbalance forklifts, reach trucks, pallet stackers in hazardous zones
If your equipment operates under pressure or lifts loads above specified thresholds, a special equipment type approval is required. Contact us for a free license assessment.
Documents Required for a Special Equipment License
To apply for a Special Equipment Manufacturing License, foreign manufacturers need to prepare (we assist with translation and documentation):
- Quality management system manual and procedure documents
- List of manufacturing equipment and testing instruments
- Welding procedure specifications (WPS) and procedure qualification records (PQR)
- Personnel certificates (welders, NDE inspectors, quality engineers)
- Existing ASME, PED, or other international certificates and audit reports
- Letter of authorization for TEK China as the license application representative
Special Equipment License Timeline & Cost
The typical special equipment permit process takes 6 to 12 months from application submission to license issuance, depending on equipment complexity and factory readiness. Manufacturers with existing ASME or ISO 3834 certifications may qualify for a streamlined audit.
Cost factors include government assessment fees, type testing charges, and consulting support. We provide a fixed-price proposal after evaluating your equipment — no surprises.
📋 Get your personalized Special Equipment License quote: Contact us with your equipment details and receive a detailed fee breakdown within 24 hours.
Frequently Asked Questions About Special Equipment Licenses
What is a Special Equipment License and who needs it?
A Special Equipment License is a mandatory permit for manufacturing, installing, or modifying pressure vessels, boilers, cranes, elevators, and other listed equipment in China. Any manufacturer placing such equipment on the Chinese market must hold a valid license.
How long does it take to obtain a Special Equipment License?
The average timeline is 6 to 12 months, depending on equipment grade and factory audit scheduling. We can advise on preparatory steps to accelerate the process.
Can I use my ASME or PED certification to simplify the China license?
Yes, existing ASME U/U2 stamp or PED conformity can often be leveraged during the factory audit to demonstrate technical capability. We help present your international qualifications effectively.
Do I need a Chinese representative for the license?
Foreign manufacturers must appoint a Chinese legal representative to submit the application. TEK China acts as your agent throughout the entire process.
Is a Special Equipment License the same as CCC certification?
No. CCC is a product safety certification, while a Special Equipment License is a qualification permit for the manufacturer or installer. Some equipment may require both.
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Have questions about Special Equipment Licenses, pressure vessel permits, or lifting equipment installation qualifications? Our experts are here to help with any inquiries about TSG application, factory audits, or custom solutions for your equipment.
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