Standards and Certifications: How Functional Containers Meet Global Compliance

In global energy, oil & gas, and chemical projects, a functional container is more than just a steel box. It is a critical platform that houses electrical, control, and safety systems.

However, each region and industry has strict rules and certifications that must be met. For customers, compliance is not optional — it determines whether a project can be delivered and put into operation smoothly. At TLS, we understand this deeply. That’s why international compliance is always our first design principle.

1. DNV 2.7-1: The Offshore Safety Baseline
For offshore oil, gas, and wind projects, containers must meet the DNV 2.7-1 standard. This ensures strength, lifting safety, stacking ability, and impact resistance. In short, it guarantees containers remain stable and safe under rough sea conditions and extreme transport scenarios.

2. IECEx & ATEX: Dual Systems for Explosion-Proof Compliance
In petrochemical plants and hazardous gas zones, explosion protection is essential.

• IECEx (International System): A global standard for explosion-proof electrical equipment, covering safe use in Zone 1/Zone 2 environments.
• ATEX (EU Directive): A mandatory requirement for the European market, covering design, manufacturing, and installation.

TLS approach: From cable entries and junction boxes to lighting and fans, we only use certified explosion-proof components and verify installation as a complete system.

3. CSC & ISO: The “Passport” for Global Transport
Beyond safety and explosion-proofing, containers must also meet CSC (International Convention for Safe Containers) and ISO standards to be legally transported worldwide. These certifications ensure that the container can pass port inspections, shipping requirements, and customs without issues.

4. TLS’s Integrated Compliance Strategy
Unlike focusing on one single standard, TLS builds compliance into the entire lifecycle:

• Structural design follows DNV 2.7-1.
• Electrical and safety systems meet IECEx/ATEX.
• Transport readiness complies with CSC/ISO.
• Manufacturing processes follow ISO 9001 quality management.

This multi-standard, full-process approach ensures that every TLS container is not only delivered but also fully ready for operation anywhere in the world.

Conclusion
Standards and certifications are not “extra costs” — they are the entry ticket to global markets and the foundation of customer trust.

With years of experience and system-level expertise, TLS helps clients overcome compliance barriers so that their functional containers can operate safely and reliably worldwide.

TLS Offshore Containers / TLS Energy is a global supplier of standard and customised containerised solutions. 
Wherever you are in the world TLS can help you, please contact us.

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Written by Snowy

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