Successful certification of seamless steel pipes for the transportation of hydrogen

ArcelorMittal Tubular Products Roman mill has successfully passed the Slow Strain Rate Test (SSRT) for hydrogen-ready certification provided by Bureau Veritas.

ArcelorMittal Tubular Products Roman mill receives hydrogen-ready certifications

ArcelorMittal Tubular Products Roman mill has successfully passed the Slow Strain Rate Test (SSRT) for hydrogen-ready certification provided by Bureau Veritas. This significant achievement shows that the seamless steel pipes produced in Roman are suitable for use in natural gas mixtures, with hydrogen percentages up to 100% pure hydrogen at a pressure of 45 bar (Scope 2).

 

 

Test coverage and results

The rigorous testing process covered both grades B/X42 and X52 acc. to API5L (L245NE/L290NE L360NE/L360NE as per ISO3183), with full conformity achieved for both grades. This certification signifies the product's high performance and safety standards in demanding conditions, aligning with the latest industry requirements for hydrogen readiness.

Certification body: Bureau Veritas is a world leader in laboratory testing, inspection and certification services. Since 1828, Bureau Veritas has been supporting its customers in reducing risks and improving performance in terms of quality, health, safety, environmental protection and social responsibility. 

“Bureau Veritas is supporting the growing renewables sector and accelerating the sustainable energy transition process. In this context, we are delighted to announce that we have successfully passed the Slow Strain Rate Test (SSRT) for H2 ready certification provided by Bureau Veritas to ArcelorMittal Tubular Products Roman. This H2 ready certification will provide transparency to foster investment in hydrogen production, transport and commercialization paving the way to reach global consensus concerning hydrogen standards and compliance.” said Razvan Rusu, Industry Manager Bureau Veritas Romania.

 

Roman mill’s product offer

Seamless pipes are uniquely suitable for the transport of hydrogen. 

We are very proud of the hard work and dedication that our team has given over the last two years, into obtaining the ASME B31.12 option B certification for our hydrogen pipes. This achievement not only reflects our tcommitment to quality and safety but also positions us as leaders in the hydrogen transport solutions market.

This certification opens new avenues for our product's application in hydrogen markets. Our products will provide the reliability and efficiency necessary for companies looking to integrate hydrogen into their energy mix. 

Additionally, our customers have expressed great satisfaction with the pipes they have already acquired for hydrogen transport, which reinforces our confidence in the quality and efficiency of our products”, said Adrian Ojogel, CMO ArcelorMittal Tubular Products, Roman.

 

Importance of hydrogen pipelines

Hydrogen pipelines are crucial for the transition to a sustainable energy future. They enable the safe and efficient transport of hydrogen, which is a clean and renewable energy source. These pipelines help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and dependence on fossil fuels. By integrating hydrogen pipelines, industries can achieve higher energy efficiency and support the global efforts toward carbon neutrality.

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About ArcelorMittal Tubular Products Roman

ArcelorMittal Tubular Products Roman, located in Romania, manufacturer of pipes seamless process have with a huge experience in covering more than 65 years, produce pipes with diameters between 6” & 16” with wall thicknesses 6.3 – 32mm, is able to produce various type of products depend by applications certified in Line pipes, OCTG (Casing threads), Pressure Purposes, Structural, Sour Service or Offshore, certified as per: API 5l. API 5CT, ISO 3183, EN 10216, EN10210, ASTM standards, etc. The application can be performed in hot conditions as well as low temperatures down to -50⁰C.

 

 

 

Contact Information

For Sales information, please contact: 

Adrian Ojogel | Head of Sales Department 

ArcelorMittal Tubular Products Roman

Marketing & Sales | Stefan Cel Mare 15A/1, 

611038 NT Roman | Romania

T +40 233 701 167 | M +40 725 681 919 

www.arcelormittal.comtubular.arcelormittal.com

 

For Technical information, please contact: 

Viorel ANTON | CTO

ArcelorMittal Tubular Products Roman 

Quality & Technic | No. 15A Stefan cel Mare
611068 Neamt, Roman 

T +40 233 701108  M +40 732 121 581

www.arcelormittal.com | tubular.arcelormittal.com

 

Any other questions, please visit our contact page.

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