Established in 1870, we have designed and built Pressure vessels for over 140 Years
Research and Development
We have a long history of Research and Development:
Firstly in groundbreaking vessel design
and new fabrication techniques, then working with the way the vessel
will integrate with any given system. We continue to meet demands for
improved efficiency, weight, fabrication methods and lower emissions.
We work with a broad spectrum of exciting and dynamic sectors covering: Renewable Energy, Aviation, Petrochemical, Nuclear, Shipping, Water & Waste Water, Local Authorities, Universities etc. Many projects are driven by the need to develop new products and techniques to replace traditional methods in order to reduce environmental impact.
We offer unrivalled sector relevant technical expertise to existing and new clients; working together towards finding advanced solutions to meet ever-tightening regulatory controls and performance standards.
We coordinate efforts with specialists, educational facilities, test houses, research institutes and other companies around the world.
Please contact us to explore how we can share and develop resources and skills - confidentiality can be assured.
R&D Projects - Past and Present
We have been fortunate enough to be involved in some very exciting projects achieving some real advances in technology... including... (note certain detail is omitted due to commercial sensitivity):
Pelamis Wave Power
Involved in modelling hydraulic accumulator design to optimise hydraulic oil flow efficiency in the new 0.75MW P2 project, followed by fabricated prototypes and then production quantities.
University Of Nottingham - Rolls Royce Trent engine
Developing pressurised test vessels with reinforced sight glass, and probe access for monitoring cause and effect of conditions under different atmospheric conditions (temperatures, pressures and loads etc.)
Flo-Dyne - Industrial Silencers.
Driven by the adverse environmental impact of nuisance noise we have ongoing research into efficient sound attenuation, development of new fabrication techniques, leading to appreciable improvements in environment al conditions and significant end user cost benefits.
Below: Durham University Engineering student visits Abbotts to learn about making pressure vessels and the introduction of EN13445 pressure vessel Code.
Miscellaneous Others R&D/ Prototype work...
Our skills and facilities include: Computer Modelling, Design Calculations, Lloyds approved QA, approved weld procedure, heavy lifting capacity, machine shop for smaller items...and many years of experience and knowledge in the use and development of pressure vessels and associated engineering.
Our factory is open for inspection to associated parties, with a meeting room and workstations with internet access available.
R & D Inspection
Inspection Authorities and Insurance Company Surveyors welcome Arrangements made for specimen weld testing, and independent materials inspection. Click ISO9001 Pressure Vessel Certificate to see document.
R & D Testing
Materials, Processes, and Final Products are tested in a variety of ways, including: X-Ray, Tensile Tests, Vickers Hardness Tests, Dye Penetration, Hydrostatic, Radiographic etc.
R& D Finishing
With in house Blast Cleaning and Paint Spray facilities, Internal and External finishes to specific BS/EN/ISO standards are common practice. Galvanising, Epoxy Resin, DWI approved paint, and other finishes at your request.
R & D Documentation
Full Certification can be supplied: - Certificates of Conformity, Hydraulic tests, weld procedures, weld tests, material certificates, pressure gauges, relief valves etc. upon your request .. also CE marking where applicable.
Please contact us to discuss your pressure vessel research and development
project requirements -
Call 01636 704208 or
email