At Sparkler Filters, we are committed to the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance. Our filtration equipment meets and exceeds industry standards, ensuring superior performance, reliability, and regulatory compliance.
All Sparkler Filters' pressure vessels are ASME Section VIII, Division 1 certified. This certification is the gold standard for pressure vessels in the United States and is widely accepted in many other countries. Key benefits of ASME compliance include:
Each filter we sell is:
We are a National Board Registered facility, and filters shipped to U.S. states requiring National Board registration are registered accordingly. Customers requesting registration from non-mandatory states can specify their requirements during the order process.
For all exports to Canada, Sparkler Filters provides an application for a Canadian Registration Number (CRN), ensuring seamless regulatory compliance. All required engineering and related fees are included in the price of the filter.
According to our latest compliance review, our pressure vessels, which operate at 4-10 bar and handle non-hazardous liquids, do not require CE marking under the Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) 2014/68/EU. Based on Annex II, Table 4, pressure equipment containing Group 2 fluids (non-hazardous liquids) is categorized according to its pressure (PS) and volume (V).
For example, one of our larger horizontal plate filter vessels with a volume of 168 gallons (636 liters) and a pressure of 4.13 bar, the calculated PS × V value is 2,627 bar·L, which falls below the 10,000 bar·L threshold for Category I equipment. As a result, these vessels are classified under Sound Engineering Practice (SEP) in accordance with Article 4(3) of the Directive. Equipment under SEP does not require CE marking and cannot legally bear the CE mark.
For further verification, the full directive can be reviewed at the European Union’s official documentation site: 🔗 EUR-Lex: Pressure Equipment Directive 2014/68/EU
ASME certification ensures adherence to Sound Engineering Practice (SEP) and manufacturing standards. However, customers should verify specific regional and application-based regulatory requirements when exporting to the European market. Contact us if your application is classified as hazardous liquid or requires volumes resulting in >10,000 bar·L for a custom compliance review.
Sparkler Filters operates an 80,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility centrally located in the United States, within 50 miles of the Port of Houston. We uphold the highest standards of safety, labor rights, and ethical business practices, including:
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Compliance – Ensuring a safe and healthy workplace by adhering to OSHA regulations and best practices.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Compliance – Commitment to a workplace free of discrimination, following Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and other relevant labor laws.
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Compliance – We strictly prohibit child labor, forced labor, and human trafficking, ensuring that all employees receive fair wages and benefits.
Environmental Responsibility – Compliance with EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) regulations to minimize environmental impact through sustainable practices.
Data Security & Confidentiality – Implementation of robust cybersecurity measures and secure document storage to protect sensitive business and customer information.
In addition to ASME and National Board standards, we offer a wide range of supplementary compliance and certification options, including:
cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practices) Compliance
USP Class VI Compliance – Optional.
Material compliance upon request.
We offer compliance with IECEx, ATEX, NFPA 496 and more for equipment requiring explosion-proof configurations in hazardous environments.
Our filtration equipment can be manufactured to meet cleanroom standards, suitable for pharmaceutical, semiconductor, and high-purity manufacturing applications.
Certifications specific to filtration media can be found in the Filter Media Main Page.
We provide material traceability, including Mill Test Reports (MTRs) and Certificates of Origin
Our welders are certified per ASME Section IX.
We offer additional Non-Destructive Evaluation (Dye Penetration, Radiographic examinations (X-Ray), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT)), Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), and Load Calculations upon request.
We offer additional Non-Destructive Evaluation (Dye Penetration, Radiographic examinations (X-Ray), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT)), Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), and Load Calculations upon request.
Engineering calculations for seismic and wind resistance can be conducted by a certified Professional Engineer (PE) if requested.
We maintain secure digital records of all manufacturing documentation, certificates, and process data. Our security framework aligns with ISO/IEC 27001 and NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) standards
On equipment and parts upon request
And other export compliance upon request.
Sparkler performs immersion acid cleaning of 300-series stainless steel per ASTM A380, using a Nitric-Hydrofluoric solution. Each batch is tested per ASTM standards, with high-pressure rinsing and pH confirmation. Solution test results available upon request.
For new projects, we provide comprehensive engineering support, including:
