Section 17 in The Static and Mobile Pressure Vessels (Unfired) Rules, 2016
17. Markings and Painting of pressure vessels.
(a)Every vessel shall have a metal plate permanently fixed to it showing the following particulars which shall be visible from the ground level, namely:-(i)manufacturer's name,(ii)Chief Controller's approval number;(iii)vessel identification number as per the inspection certificate issued under rule 13(2);(iv)the standard or code to which the vessel is constructed;(v)official stamp of the Inspector;(vi)design pressure in Kg/Cm2 ;(vii)date of initial hydrostatic test and the subsequent test;(viii)hydrostatic test pressure in Kg/Cm2 ;(ix)water capacity in liters;(x)gas capacity, if filled with liquefiable gas; and(xi)name or chemical symbol of the gas for which the vessel is to be used;(xii)design temperature in 0C.(b)Above ground vessel shall be adequately painted externally to prevent corrosion and shall have a reflecting surface.
