
Product Information
Excellence in Engineering
Pressure vessels hold liquids, vapors, and gases at pressures different from ambient pressure. They are used in industries like Pharmaceutical, Petrochemical, Oil and Gas, Chemical, and Food processing.
Vacuum cooking vessels are used in large-scale commercial cooking, allowing lower temperature cooking that reduces cook time and enhances texture and taste
Richard Alan offers a range of storage, Cooking, Mixing & Blending vessels, utilising over 50 years of experience to deliver a vessel that compliments your recipes.
Traditional commercial cooking vessels use atmospheric cooking, which utilities a jacket. They can be used for a multitude of recipes including, but not restricted to, the manufacture of Beverages, Sauces, Preserves, Condiments, Confectionery, Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic products.
Pressure Vessel types include:
- Horizontal & vertical cylindrical pressure vessels
- Multi-compartmental pressure vessels
- Reactors
- Blending vessels
Pressure & Vacuum vessels can be supplied with associated ladders, platforms, agitators or be skid mounted.
Technical Information
All Pressure Vessels & Vacuum Vessels are designed to the following codes
- BS EN 13445
- PD 5500
- ASME VIII Div.1 (Non-Code Stamped)
All in accordance with
PE(S)R SI/2016/1105 or PED 2014-68-EU where required
All our designs can be backed up with FEA analysis if required.







Chemical Industry
For over 50 years, Richard Alan has been a cornerstone in supplying the chemical industry, specialising in the design and manufacturing of pressure, reactor, and vacuum vessels. The company distinguishes itself by working closely with clients to produce bespoke vessels that meet exact operational requirements, ensuring precision and reliability in every project.
This dedication to customised engineering has earned Richard Alan the trust of some of the largest chemical companies in the UK, including notable industry leaders such as Croda, Syngenta, Nufarm, Solenis, BASF, and SABIC.

Oil & Gas
Richard Alan Manufacturing serves as a dedicated partner to the oil and gas industry, specialising in the engineering and fabrication of high-integrity pressure vessels designed to withstand extreme operational demands. By adhering to rigorous ASME standards and implementing strict quality control protocols, we ensure that every vessel delivers optimal safety and performance for critical upstream and downstream applications. Our expertise in advanced metallurgy and precision welding allows us to produce durable containment solutions capable of resisting corrosive environments and high-pressure stresses, providing energy clients with reliable infrastructure that minimizes risk and enhances efficiency in some of the world’s most challenging industrial settings.

Pharmaceutical
We offer quality specification vessels where high performance and hygiene is required, which includes mirror polishing to 0.1ra, ideal for the food and pharmaceutical industries

Food Production
Our food production vessels and other storage & mixing products, offer quality, hygienic, long lasting equipment that meet all stringent Health & Safety regulations.

Soft Beverages
From the hygienic storage of ingredients to temperature controlled mixing vessels, Richard Alan can work with you to produce bespoke equipment to meet your production aspirations.

Brewery
Richard Alan’s stainless steel tanks are suitable as excise, fermentation and storage tanks designed specifically for the brewing and distilling industries.

Get In Touch
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