3HCSI is a specialized Italian consultancy, led by Giancarlo Gobbi (ASME Senior Advisor for Europe and the Middle East), that specializes in facilitating Italian and European companies’ engagement with ASME.
Its core services include:
Certification Support
• Guidance through ASME’s certification processes for pressure vessels (Section VIII), power boilers (Section I), nuclear components (Section III, with emphasis on small modular reactors) and hydrogen service equipment
• Preparation of design dossiers, quality manuals and inspection plans
• Coordination of third-party inspections and material verifications
Standards Compliance & Training
• Interpretation and application of ASME’s Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code and associated standards
• On-site and remote workshops, webinars and tailored training modules on code updates, safety requirements and best practices
• Gap analyses and internal audit support to ensure ongoing conformity
Market Access & Business Development
• Strategic advice for entry into regulated markets (North America, Middle East, Asia) where ASME certification is a legal or commercial prerequisite
• Identification of partnership and licensing opportunities in the nuclear (SMR) and emerging hydrogen sectors
• Liaison with ASME headquarters and regional offices to streamline approvals, product registrations and accreditation renewals
OPPORTUNITIES
3HCSI acts as ASME’s liaison in Europe, promoting ASME’s products and services, creating opportunities for growth in areas such as conformity assessment, standards, training, and professional development. These activities include workshops, certification programs, webinars, and training courses for professionals and companies in the conventional and nuclear pressure vessel sectors.
ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) is a non-profit organization founded in 1880, and it is one of the leading global engineering organizations. ASME fosters collaboration, knowledge sharing, and skill development across all engineering disciplines, while promoting the critical role of engineers in society.
Recognized in over 100 countries, ASME is a trusted source for technical standards, including codes and standards for nuclear component design and construction, in-service inspection and testing, pressure technology, and operational maintenance.
ASME’s nuclear codes and standards are essential for ensuring public safety, supporting global trade, fostering technological advancements, and facilitating knowledge transfer, while easing the regulatory burden on governments. Through a consensus-driven approach, ASME develops standards that are universally adopted and accepted, aiding in the design of advanced, safe systems, such as Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) and other advanced reactor designs. These standards help the global community meet its carbon neutrality goals, contributing to a safer and more sustainable planet for present and future generations.
ASME continues to play a critical role in supporting the nuclear power industry and advancing engineering solutions to real-world challenges through its codes and standards, continuing education, and professional certification programs.
