If you’re involved in designing or manufacturing pressure equipment in Canada, obtaining a Canadian Registration Number (CRN) is a legal requirement. However, many applications get delayed or rejected due to avoidable mistakes.
At MECS Engineering, our team of Professional Engineering Consultants has helped clients to successfully navigate the CRN approval process. In this blog, we’ll see the seven reasons for CRN Applications rejection. And, how to avoid them.
Here are top 7 reasons CRN applications get rejected.
1. Incomplete Documentation
The common cause of rejection is missing or inaccurate documentation. This includes incorrect calculations, incomplete forms, or any missing specifications.
Tip: Double check every detail. Use a checklist before submitting. Our consultants can help ensure all documentation meets provincial requirements.
2. Non-Compliance with ASME or CSA Standards
If your design doesn’t match with recognised codes (like ASME or CSA B51), it will be rejected immediately.
Tip: Make sure your design follows applicable Canadian codes and standards. If you are in doubt, consult with experienced CRN professionals like MECS Engineering.
3. Poor Quality Drawings
Your designs are not assessed by the reviewer. The reasons behind this are – Low-resolution, unclear, or disorganised drawings, etc.
Tip: Always submit clean, properly labelled engineering drawings. We provide drafting support to ensure your submission is professional and easy to review.
4. Missing Proof of Design Calculations
Design Calculations are essential to show that pressure equipment is safe to use and built to handle the required pressure and conditions. Missing or inconsistent data often leads to rejection.
Tip: Include all required stress, pressure, and load calculations. Our team can prepare and verify these for you.
5. Using Unregistered Materials
If your equipment includes materials that are not accepted by the regulatory body, your application will not proceed.
Tip: Use only materials listed in acceptable standards or seek prior approval. We guide you in selecting the right materials from the start.
6. Not Understanding Provincial Differences
Each Canadian province has its own registration authority and specific requirements for CRNs. If anyone is rejected in one province, it’ll be accepted in another.
Tip: Work with Professional Engineering Consultants who are familiar with inter-provincial regulations and can help you submit correctly.
7. Lack of Experience with the Process
Trying to manage the CRN process without proper guidance often leads to errors and delays.
Tip: Partner with MECS Engineering to ensure your Canadian Registration Number application is accurate, complete, and compliant.
CONCLUSION
Avoiding CRN rejection starts with understanding the process and requirements. With MECS Engineering by your side, you gain access to proven expertise and a smoother path to CRN approval. Come to our Professional Engineering Consultants today to get started.
