Piping CRN numbers can often be the

most complicated to obtain a CRN.

In addition to code requirements each

province has their own "ACT" which details

what needs to and what does not need to be CRN registered. As a minimum the manufacturer must have a quality system implemented that meets the requirements of CSA B51 or for manufacturers outside of Canada inspection must be performed by a State Boiler Inspector or Insurance Company Inspector, holding a National Board Commision. Outside of Canada the manufacturer alse needs to hold either a ASME U, S, PP stamp or ISO series certification or equivalent.


Piping CRN

CANADIAN REGISTRATION NUMBER CRN, PRESSURE VESSEL, PIPING AND VALVE ENGINEERS.

Design drawings should show as a minimum the following information:

  • Construction Code (i.e. ASME B31.1, B31.3)
  • Design Pressure
  • Design Temperature
  • Type of pressure and type of test
  • Service Information (e.g. Air, Water, Steam, etc.)
  • Safety/Relief Valve Setting and location; or
  • Statement regarding overpressure protection

Design drawings, pipe specifications and, depending on the province, calculations are to be submitted to the jurisdiction where the CRN is being applied for. 


Pipe Specifications shall indicate:

  • Pipe line identification.
  • Pipe size and schedule.
  • Pipe material.
  • Fittings classification, identification and rating.
  • Statement attesting that only CRN registered fittings are to be used.
  • Pipe joining methods and details (welding, brazing, or others).
  • NDE.
  • Statement describing maximum support spacing and type, and anchor location.
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​PIPING CRN NUMBERS HAVE TO BE OBTAINED FOR EACH INSTALLATION.