Section-I (Specifications & Drawings)

ZISHAN ENGINEERS (PVT.) LTD.
MAL PAKISTAN LIMITED
SECTION-I : SPECIFICATIONS & DRAWINGS

(RFQ FOR VII SOLUBILIZER VESSEL (V-201)
LIST OF SPECIFICATIONS & DRAWINGS
DOCUMENT / REVISION
S. NO. DESCRIPTION
DRAWING NO. NUMBER
1.0 SPECIFICATIONS
1.1 SPECIFICATION FOR WELDING 310-2-SPM-002 0
1.2 SPECIFICATION FOR WELDING PROCEDURE QUALIFICATION 310-2-SPM-004 0
1.3 SPECIFICATION FOR WELDER QUALIFICATION 310-2-SPM-005 0
1.4 SPECIFICATION FOR PAINTING, LINING & SURFACE PREPARATION 310-2-SPM-007 0
1.5 SPECIFICATION FOR EXPORT PACKING AND CRATING 310-2-SPM-015 0
SPECIFICATION FOR DESIGN, FABRICATION & TESTING OF VII SOLUBILIZER

1.6 310-2-SPM-020 0
VESSEL
2.0 DRAWINGS
2.1 GENERAL ARRANGEMENT DRAWING FOR VII SOLUBILIZER (V-201) 310-2-MPV-001 0
2.2 SHELL PLATE, SHELL CLADDING & HEAD DETAILS 310-2-MPV-002 0
2.3 MANWAY & DAVIT ARM DETAILS 310-2-MPV-003 0
2.4 NOZZLES FABRICATION & WELDING DETAILS 310-2-MPV-004 0
BAFFLE PLATE, INTERNAL LADDER, SUPPORTING, TAILING & EARTHING LUGS

2.5 310-2-MPV-005 0
DETAILS
2.6 LIMPET COILS DETAILS 310-2-MPV-006 0
2.7 INSULATION SUPPORT DETAILS 310-2-MPV-007 0
2.8 NAME PLATE & BRACKET DETAILS 310-2-MPV-008 0
File: 310-2-Section-I (List of Specs & Dwgs) Page 1 of 1

SPECIFICATIONS
Zishan Engineers (Pvt.) Ltd. Document No. 310-2-SPM-002
An ISO 9001-2015 certified company, Revision 0
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front cover)
INSTALLATION OF NEW VISCOSITY INDEX IMPROVER

SOLUBILIZER AT EXISTING FACILITY
SPECIFICATION FOR
WELDING
0 19-12-2019 Issued for Bid MAS / AK MIAH SAA
Rev. Date Description Prepared By Checked By Approved By

ZISHAN ENGINEERS (PVT.) LTD. MAL PAKISTAN LIMITED
TABLE OF CONTENTS
S. NO. DESCRI PTION PAGE NO.
1.0 GENERAL 3
2.0 REFERENCES 4
3.0 WELDING PROCEDURE AND WELDER

QUALIFICATIONS 5
4.0 WELDING PROCESSES 9
5.0 MATERIALS 12
6.0 JOINT PREPARATION, SPACING, AND ALIGNMENT 17
7.0 WELD CONTOUR AND FINISH 19
8.0 ALLOY LINING 19
9.0 THERMAL TREATMENT 21
10.0 INSPECTION AND EXAMINATION 26
11.0 REJECTION AND REPAIR 31
12.0 REPAIRS AND ALTERATIONS 32
13.0 WELD IDENTIFICATION 32
14.0 DOCUMENTATION 32
APPENDIX – A EXPLANATION OF ABBREVIATIONS 33
FILE: 310-2-SPM-002, Rev. 0 SHEET 2 OF 33

1.0 GENERAL
1.1 Scope
This Specification covers the basic requirements for welding, heat treating, and
non-destructive examination of certain pressure-containing components. This
includes piping, vessels, steam generators, fired heater coils, heat exchangers,
pumps and compressors etc. requirements also apply to structural attachment
welds in such equipment.
1.2 Definitions
Following definitions apply throughout this document:
Owner / Company : M/s. Mobil Askary Limited (MAL) Pakistan
Consultant : Party which carries out all or part of the design,

engineering of the Project. Zishan Engineers (Pvt.)
Ltd. (ZEL) is the Engineer.
Contractor / Supplier : Entity with whom the Company will execute a

contract for supply / manufacture / fabricate the
equipment / material as per this document.
1.3 Errors or Omissions
1.3.1 Review and comment by the CONSULTANT / COMPANY of any

CONTRACTOR / SUPPLIER’s drawings, procedures or documents shall
only indicate acceptance of general requirements and shall not relieve the
CONTRACTOR/SUPPLIER of its obligations to comply with the
requirements of this specification and other related parts of the contract
documents.
1.3.2 Any errors or omissions noted by the CONTRACTOR/SUPPLIER in this

Specification shall be immediately brought to the attention of the
CONSULTANT / COMPANY.

1.4 Deviations
All deviations to this specification, other specifications or attachments shall be

brought to the knowledge of the CONSULTANT / COMPANY in the bid. All
deviations made during the procurement, design, manufacturing, testing and
inspection shall be with written approval of the CONSULTANT / COMPANY
prior to execution of the work. Such deviations shall be shown in the
documentation prepared by the CONTRACTOR/SUPPLIER.
1.5 Conflicting Requirements
In the event of conflict, inconsistency or ambiguity between the contract scope of

work, this Specification, National Codes & Standards referenced in this
Specification or any other documents, the CONTRACTOR/ SUPPLIER shall
refer to the CONSULTANT / COMPANY whose decision shall prevail.
2.0 REFERENCES
The following Guides and industry publications are referenced herein and shall be
considered a part of this Specification. Refer to the latest editions unless otherwise
specified.
2.1 ASME - American Society of Mechanical Engineers
 ASME B31.3 Process Piping

 ASME SEC I BPVC SECTION I Rules for Construction of
Power Boilers
 ASME SEC II-C Material Specifications - Welding Rods,
Electrodes and Filler Metals
 ASME SEC V BPVC SECTION V Nondestructive Examination
 ASME SEC V B SE-94 STANDARD GUIDE FOR RADIOGRAPHIC
EXAMINATION
 ASME SEC VIII Rules for Construction of Pressure Vessels
 ASME SEC IX Qualification Standard for Welding and Brazing
Procedures, Welding and Brazing Operators
2.2 AWS - American Welding Society

3.0 WELDING PROCEDURE AND WELDER QUALIFICATIONS
3.1 Welding Procedures
3.1.1 Welding procedures shall be in writing and shall be qualified in

accordance with ASME SEC IX and this Specification, using the latest
revision in effect on the date of the purchase order for the equipment being
fabricated. All welding procedures shall include a weld procedure
specification (WPS) and a procedure qualification record (PQR).
3.1.2 Complete welding procedures for all materials to be welded shall be

submitted to the CONSULTANT / COMPANY for review and approval
prior to use. These procedures shall include the following: Welding
Procedure Specifications, Procedure Qualification Test Records, ranges of
variables qualified, a weld map or description identifying which welding
procedure will be used for each weld and the method and extent of
inspection. The CONTRACTOR/SUPPLIER shall furnish complete
information for each applicable item, as required. For piping a typical
drawing representing all applicable weld procedures to be used on the
work shall be submitted to the CONSULTANT / COMPANY for approval
prior to work commencing.
3.1.3 Complete welding procedures shall be submitted for approval sufficiently

in advance of the actual welding, so as to allow for adequate review and
approval. A typical weld map (or specific weld map) where each
procedure will be used shall be included with this submittal. No welding
shall be performed until all such welding procedures are approved by the
3.1.4 The information contained in each welding procedure specification and in

the procedure qualification test records shall include, but not be limited to,
the information contained on forms QW 482 and QW 483 shown in
ASME SEC IX.
3.1.5 All welding procedures shall be identified by number and referenced on

all applicable fabrication drawings.
3.2 Qualification of Welding Procedures
3.2.1 P-number shall be considered an essential variable for all welding

processes. Materials that do not have P-numbers (not listed in QW 422 of
ASME SEC IX) shall be qualified individually.

3.2.2 Welding position shall be considered an essential variable for groove

welds in all automatic welding processes.
3.2.3 All welding consumables not listed in ASME SEC II-C shall be
individually qualified.
3.2.4 For submerged arc welding, brand name and grade of flux shall be
considered an essential variable, together with changes in speed or heat
input beyond the range qualified. The procedure qualification test record
shall indicate the name of the manufacturer, plus the trade name of the
wire and flux used to qualify the procedure.
3.2.5 Post weld heat treatment (time and temperature) shall be considered an
essential variable for P-3, P-4, P-5, and P-6 materials. A decrease in time
of more than 15 percent and/or in temperature of 10 percent or more, from
the range qualified, will require a separate welding procedure
qualification.
3.2.6 Impact testing of welds and heat-affected zones (HAZ) for ferritic
materials at minimum design temperature is required for welding
procedure qualification under the following conditions:
a) When the base material requires impact testing
b) When the base material does not require impact testing, but the
material thickness exceeds 12.7 mm (1/2 in) and the minimum
design temperature is 0°C (32°F) or lower.
c) When the base metal does not require impact testing, but the
submerged arc welding process is used with weld pass thickness
greater than 9.5 mm (3/8 in).
3.2.7 When impact testing is required, the Charpy V-notch impact values for
parent material, weld metal and heat-affected zones shall be not less than
those specified in ASME B31.3, Table 323.2.2. The impact test shall be
performed on the same type (ASTM or other similar specification) and
grade of material as will be used in fabrication.

3.2.8 Procedure qualifications for weld overlay deposits shall include a

complete chemical analysis of the overlay, procedure qualification test
record, and unless specifically waived by the CONSULTANT /
COMPANY, a sample of the overlay. Specimens taken for chemical
analysis shall be representative of material 2.5 mm (0.1 in) below the
surface. The weld metal chemical composition shall be within the
nominal range specified for the alloy. Monel overlays shall have a
maximum iron content of 4.5 percent. The procedure qualification tests
shall include the following:
a) Dye penetrant examination of the completed weld
b) Side bend tests per QW 453 for weld metal soundness
c) Chemical composition analysis per QW 462.
3.2.9 Excessive fissuring shall be caused for rejection. Fissures shall not exceed
four per specimen, nor shall they exceed 1.6 mm (1/16 in) in length.
Cracks in corners shall not be considered part of the examination.
3.2.10 The welding procedure qualification tests shall include hardness tests of
base, HAZ, and weld for the following materials:
a) Quenched and tempered carbon steel
b) High-strength, low-alloy (HSLA) steel
c) Carbon-molybdenum (C-Mo), manganese-molybdenum (Mn-Mo),

and chromium-molybdenum (Cr-Mo) steels.
d) Other air-harden able materials.
3.2.11 Procedure qualification tests for welding carbon steel shall also include a
hardness survey, if any of the following conditions exist:
a) Submerged arc welding is performed with F8XX or higher flux

designation.
b) Shielded metal arc welding is performed with covered electrodes of

E80XX or higher classification.
c) Filler metal contains at least 1.6 percent manganese, or manganese

and silicon exceed 1.4 and 0.8 percent, respectively.

d) The job specifications or data sheets require a maximum specified

hardness in the weld and/or heat-affected zone.
e) Process conditions (wet hydrogen sulfide, amine, caustic) require

production hardness testing.
3.2.12 The hardness testing for welding procedure qualification shall be

performed on the base metal, weld, and heat-affected zone, with an
instrument having an indentor not larger than 1.6 mm (1/16 in) in
diameter. The hardness shall be reported as Brinell (HB) or Vickers (HV)
equivalent numbers. Hardness surveys shall be performed along two lines
parallel to the outer and inner surfaces of the weld and located
approximately 2 mm (0.08 in) below them. The type of hardness test
instrument shall be reported and the test results shall meet the hardness
requirement in accordance with ASME B31.3.
3.2.13 Welding procedure tests shall demonstrate that all details are capable of
producing satisfactory full-penetration butt welds, unless the weld joints
are specifically designated as fillet welds.
3.2.14 For gas tungsten arc and gas metal arc welding, the qualification record
shall include the composition and flow rate of the shielding and inert gas
backing, if used.
3.2.15 For the gas metal arc process, the electrode diameter and extension,
amperage, voltage, wire feed rate, and travel speed shall be specified in
the welding procedure.
3.2.16 Base material used in qualification tests shall have the nominal chemistry
and mechanical properties of the material to be welded. For carbon steel,
the carbon content of base material shall be at the higher end of the
specification range.
3.3 Qualification of Welders and Welding Operators
3.3.1 Welders and welding operators shall be qualified in accordance with

ASME SEC IX and local requirements, as a minimum. Qualification shall
be completed prior to start of fabrication. Performance qualification
records shall be made available to the CONSULTANT / COMPANY upon
request. At the CONSULTANT / COMPANY option, witnessing of
performance qualification, welding, and testing may be required.

3.3.2 Qualification of welders and welding operators solely by means of

radiography of a weld sample is subject to the COMPANY approval.
3.3.3 Qualification of welders using the GMAW process shall be by mechanical

testing only.
4.0 WELDING PROCESSES
4.1 Welds shall be made by the shielded metal arc, gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, or
submerged arc welding process. All other welding processing, including electro-
gas, electro-slag, oxyacetylene and the flux cored process, require prior to the
CONSULTANT / COMPANY approval.
4.2 The flux cored arc welding (FCAW) process may be used, subject to the
CONSULTANT / COMPANY review and approval (proposal to use FCAW must
be submitted prior to order placement), provided the following conditions exist:
4.2.1 Gas shielding is used.
4.2.2 Material to be welded is carbon steel or for application of weld overlay on

carbon steel or low alloy steel.
4.2.3 FCAW process is not "short arc"
4.2.4 FCAW process is not used for the root pass in single-sided welding.
4.2.5 Production consumables are restricted to the manufacturer and grade

qualified.
4.2.6 Only EXXT-1 or EXXT-5 (flat or horizontal position only) welding wires
are used.
4.2.7 Service is not hot hydrogen [over 260°C (500°F)], wet hydrogen sulfide,
or hydrogen fluoride.
4.2.8 At least five percent of the individual welds are 100 percent radiographed
or ultrasonically examined.
4.2.9 Ten percent of the nozzle to shell or head welds (including at least one of
each size) shall be 100 percent radio graphed or ultrasonically examined.
4.2.10 Low hydrogen electrodes are used

For all other applications not meeting the above conditions, FCAW process may
be considered on a case-by-case basis. The review will include the evaluation of
the specific application, verification of the fabricator's experience, additional
qualification and/or NDE requirements, and the CONSULTANT / COMPANY
witnessing of welding procedure and/or welder qualification.
4.3 The gas metal arc process (GMAW) in the "short circulating transfer" (short arc)
mode may be used for the following purposes:
4.3.1 Root pass welding in a combination process.
4.3.2 Fit-up welding that will subsequently be completely removed by back

gouging, chipping, or grinding
4.3.3 Weld metal overlays made in the flat position
4.3.4 Non-pressure retaining fillet welds made in the flat, horizontal, or vertical-
up positions.
4.4 The short arc process shall not be used under the following conditions:
4.4.1 Where the joint geometry or large mass can affect the integrity of the
weld; for example, on nozzles, couplings, slip-on flanges, socket-welded
flanges, O-type branch fittings, or extended surface (FIN) attachments.
4.4.2 With ferritic or martensitic filler metal for design service below 0°C
(32°F).
4.5 During GMAW short arc welding of the root pass, the root gap (including
tolerance) shall not be less than 2.4 mm (0.1 in) wide. The root face thickness
(including tolerance) shall not exceed 0.8 mm (3/32 in). All tack welds shall have
both ends ground to feather edge.
4.6 Except for piping, double-welded butt joints shall be used wherever possible in
pressure-containing equipment. Where access or wall thickness precludes the use
of double-welded butt joints, single-welded joints may be made. This requires a
root pass deposited by the GTAW process or (subject to the CONSULTANT /
COMPANY approval) by the GMAW process.
4.7 A gas tungsten arc root pass is required for the following circumstances:

4.7.1 Single-welded, full-penetration butt joints in C-Mo, Mn-Mo, and Cr-Mo

steels; in all non-ferrous alloys; and in carbon steel for hydrogen fluoride
service.
4.7.2 All heater tubes
4.7.3 All carbon steel single-welded, full-penetration butt joints over 38 mm

(1.5 in) thick.
4.8 In an inert gas welding process, inert gas backing (argon or helium) is not
required for carbon steels, carbon-molybdenum steels, or low-alloy chromium-
molybdenum steels with a chromium content not exceeding 1½ percent by
weight. Inert gas backing shall be used for all other alloy materials, including
aluminum and copper alloys. The use of nitrogen, however, for gas shielding of
stainless steel shall not be allowed.
4.9 The following restrictions and limitations apply to all welding processes.
4.9.1 All welding processes shall be protected from wind, rain, and other
harmful weather conditions that can affect weld quality.
CONTRACTOR/SUPPLIER shall provide habitat arrangements that
afford full weather protection as approved by the CONSULTANT /
COMPANY.
4.9.2 Welding techniques shall be selected to ensure that specified tolerances for
straightness and out-of-roundness are not exceeded. If such tolerances are
not stated in the drawings, standards, or specifications, the applicable
section of the relevant code shall govern.
4.9.3 Welded joints shall be made by completing each layer before succeeding
layers are deposited. Block welding is prohibited.
4.9.4 Vertical welding shall be performed vertically up, downward vertical

position welding shall not be permitted unless specifically approved in
writing by the CONSULTANT / COMPANY.
4.10 The following limitations shall apply when welding aluminum:
4.10.1 The gas tungsten arc process shall not use thoriated tungsten electrodes.
Electrode configuration shall be shown in the welding procedure and shall
be considered an essential welding variable.

4.10.2 Except for piping, the gas metal arc process shall employ run on and run
off tabs in all groove welding.
4.10.3 For all processes, the welding procedure shall contain a detailed cleaning
treatment indicating joint preparation prior to welding. All full-penetration
joints shall be back-purged with argon or helium.
5.0 MATERIALS
5.1 Filler Materials and Flux
5.1.1 Filler metal for welding similar materials shall be of the same nominal
analysis as the base material, except as follows:
a) AWS Type 347 filler metal shall be used for welding Type 321
stainless steel material.
b) AWS Type 308 filler metal shall be used for welding Type 304
stainless steel material. (Type 308L shall be used for Type 304L.)
c) The following filler metals shall be used for welding 11 to 13

percent chromium steels: Inco-Weld A; Inconel 82 or 182; AWS
E309, E410, or E410Cb. However, for 11 to 13 percent steels in
cyclic service, or for design temperatures over 350°C (660°F), only
Inco-Weld A, Inconel 82, or Inconel 182 are acceptable.
d) For chromium-molybdenum steel, filler materials such as Inconel

82 or 182 or Inco-Weld A may be used, if approved by
5.1.2 Filler metals for welds joining dissimilar materials shall be in accordance
with Table 1. Filler metals for combinations of materials other than those
in Table 1 shall be submitted to CONSULTANT / COMPANY for
approval.

Table 1: Filler Metal for Welds Joining Dissimilar Materials

Nominal Base Material Number
Base
Analysis of
Matl
Base
Num 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
Materials
1 Carbon A A A A A A A A A B B B B B B B B B B B C D C
Steel
2 Carbon- A E C E E E E E E B B B B B B B B B B B C D C
Molybdenu
m Steel
3 2 1/2% A E C B B B B B B B B C C C
Nickel &
3 1/2%
Nickel Steel
4 9% Nickel A C C C C C C C C C C C C C
Steel
5 1% Cr- A E F F F F F B B B B B B B B C D C
1/2% Mo
Steel
6 1 1/4% Cr- A E F F F F F B B B B B B B B C D C
1/2% Mo
Steel
7 2 1/4% Cr - A E F F F G G B B B B B B B B C C C
1% Mo
Steel
8 5% Cr- A E F F H H H H B B B B B B B B C C C
1/2% Mo
Steel
9 7% Cr- A E F F G H I B B B B B B B B C C C
1/2% Mo
Steel
10 9% Cr-1% A E F F G H I J J B B B B B B B B C C C
Mo Steel
11 Type 405 B B K K B B B B B B B B C C C
Stainless
Steel
12 Type 410S B B J K K B B B B B B B B C C C
Stainless
Steel
13 Type 410 B B J K K B B B B B B B B C C C
Stainless
Steel
14 Type 304 B B B C B B B B B B B B B L L P L L O O C C C
Stainless
Steel
15 Type 304L B B B C B B B B B B B B B L M M L M O O C C C
Stainless
Steel
16 Type 321 B B B C B B B B B B B B B L M N L M O O C C C
Stainless
Steel
17 Type 347 B B B C B B B B B B B B B P M N P M P P C C C
Stainless
Steel

Nominal Base Material Number

Base
Analysis of
Matl
Base
Num 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
Materials
18 Type 316 B B B C B B B B B B B B B L L L P Q O O C C C
Stainless
Steel
19 Type 316L B B B C B B B B B B B B B L M M M Q O O C C C
Stainless
Steel
20 Type 309 B B B C B B B B B B B B B O O O P O O R C C C
Stainless
Steel
21 Type 310 B B B C B B B B B B B B B O O O P O O R C C C
Stainless
Steel
22 Alloy 800 C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C
(Incoloy
800)
23 Monel 400 D D C C D D C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C
24 Inconel 625 C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C
Legend (Table 1)
A AWS A5.1, classification EXX15, EXX16, or EXX18.
B AWS A5.4 and AWS A5.11, classification E309-XX, ENiCrFe-3 (Iconel182), or ENiCrFe-2 (Inco-Weld A).
C AWS A5.11, classification ENiCrFe-3 (Inconel 182) or ENiCrFe-2 (Inco-Weld A).
D AWS A5.11, classification ENiCrFe-3 (Inconel 182), ENiCrFe-2 (Inco-Weld A), or ENiCr-7 (Monel 190).
E AWS A5.5, classification E7015-A1, E7016-A1, or E7018-A1.
F AWS A5.5, classification E8016-B2, E8018-B2, or E8015-B2L, E8018-B2L.
G AWS A5.5, classification E9015-B3, E9016-B3, E9018-B3, or E9015-B3L, E9018-B3L.
H AWS A5.4, classification E502-XX.
I AWS A5.4, classification E7Cr-XX.
J AWS A5.4, classification E505-XX.
K AWS A5.4 and AWS A5.11, classification E410-XX, E410 Cb-XX, E309-XX, ENiCrFe-3 (Inconel 182), or
ENiCrFe-2 (Inco-Weld A).
L AWS A5.4, classification E308-XX.
M AWS A5.4, classification E308L-XX.
N AWS A5.4, classification E347-XX.
O AWS A5.4, classification E309-XX or E308-XX.
P AWS A5.4, classification E308-XX or E347-XX.
Q AWS A5.4, classification E316-XX or E316L-XX.
R AWS A5.4, classification E309-XX.

Notes:
1. Blank spaces in Table 1 indicate combinations that are considered unlikely or unsuitable.
For these combinations, consult COMPANY / CONSULTANT to approval.
2. Table 1 refers to coated electrodes. For bare wire welding (SAW, GMAW, GTAW), use
equivalent electrode classifications (AWS A5.9, AWS A5.14, AWS A5.18, AWS A5.20,
AWS A5.23, and AWS A5.28).
5.1.3 Filler metals for welds shall meet the same minimum impact test
requirements as those imposed on the base metal.
5.1.4 In all welding processes, the filler wire shall contain all alloying elements
and shall meet all chemical composition requirements for the wire
classification. Exceptions are subject to CONSULTANT / COMPANY
approval.
5.1.5 For gas metal arc welding of carbon steels, base wire filler metals shall
conform to AWS A5.18.
5.1.6 For gas tungsten arc welding of carbon steels, the filler metal shall meet
the chemical and physical test requirements of AWS A5.18.
5.1.7 For flux cored arc welding of carbon steels (when permitted by Section
5.2), the electrodes shall conform to AWS A5.20. These electrodes shall
be used with an external shielding gas.
5.1.8 Carbon steels shall not be welded with C-1/2 Mo weld metal, unless the
weld is post weld heat treated and the procedure qualification record
includes weld hardness data. These data shall show that the weld and
heat-affected zone have not exceeded with reference Codes and Standards.
5.1.9 Filler metals and consumable inserts for austenitic stainless steel welds
shall be selected to produce weld deposits, which fall within the ferrite
ranges and numbers, in accordance with reference Codes and Standards.
This restriction is intended to prevent problems associated with sigma-
phase formation and micro-fissuring in fully austenitic welds.
5.1.10 For cryogenic service with temperatures of -100°C (-150°F) and lower, the
ferrite content of all austenitic stainless steel welding materials shall be in
the range 2 to 5 percent (FN2 to FN5).

5.1.11 Austenitic stainless steel filler metals for service temperatures -100°C (-
150°F) and below shall meet the impact requirements.
5.1.12 For welding carbon steel, submerged arc welding wires shall be limited to
AWS classifications ELXX and EMXXX.
5.1.13 All completed weld joints (except for 5 through 9 percent nickel steels)
shall be within the mechanical property limits specified for the base
materials to be joined.
5.1.14 All welding consumables shall be used within the limits recommended by
their manufacturers. The welding parameters shall be as used in the
welding procedure qualification.
5.1.15 Low-hydrogen electrodes are required for all shielded metal arc welding
when any of the following conditions apply:
a) Design temperature is below 0°C (32°F).

b) Valve or flange rating is Class 400 or higher.
c) Base metal has a carbon equivalent exceeding 0.43 percent, based on:
Mn Cr + Mo + V Ni + Cu
CE = C + + +
6 5 15
d) Base metal has a minimum specified tensile strength greater than 415
MPa (60,000 psi).
e) Thickness of butt welds and fillet welds (throat) exceeds 12.7 mm (1/2
in).
f) Castings are weld repaired.
5.1.16 For root pass welding of P-1 and P-3 steel piping materials, AWS
cellulose electrode shall be used.
5.1.17 Electrodes, filler wires, and fluxes shall be kept clean, dry, and properly
stored according to the manufacturer's recommendation.
5.1.18 For welding 5 through 9 percent nickel steels, the filler materials shall be
reviewed and approved by CONSULTANT / COMPANY and qualified
by procedure testing in the maximum plate thickness specified for each
job.

5.1.19 Equivalency to AWS specifications of other national specifications for

welding consumables shall be verified. The basis for equivalence shall be
subject to CONSULTANT / COMPANY approval. Equivalence may be
determined by review of consumables (electrodes and fluxes) and
manufacturers' catalogs, and/or by chemical analysis and mechanical
testing of weld deposits.
5.2 Backing Rings and Consumable Inserts
Permanently installed backing rings or strips shall not be used. Consumable

inserts shall be used only with prior CONSULTANT / COMPANY approval.
6.0 JOINT PREPARATION, SPACING, AND ALIGNMENT
6.1 Edge Preparation
6.1.1 Welding bevels shall be suitable for the welding process to be used. For
pressure-containing welds, the contour shall permit complete fusion
throughout the joint. Bevels shall conform reasonably to those used in the
procedure qualification.
6.1.2 All weld bevels and weld surfaces shall be free from cracks, porosity, slag
inclusions, and other defects indicative of inferior workmanship.
6.1.3 Weld bevels shall be made by machining, grinding, or thermal cutting, and
the surfaces shall be smooth, free of burning dross or fluting and true.
Materials that require preheat for welding (refer to Section 10.1) shall be
preheated in the same manner for thermal cutting or gouging.
6.1.4 Special weld bevel preparation is required for quenched and tempered
carbon steels, HSLA steels, and steels containing more than 1/2 percent
chromium. The steels shall be machined or ground back to clean and
sound metal if they are flame or arc cut. At least 1.6 mm (1/16 in) of
metal shall be removed.
6.1.5 Socket-welded joints shall have a gap between the bottom of the socket
and the end of the pipe to be welded. The gap opening shall be at least 1.6
mm (1/16 in). The pipe for socket welding shall be square cut.

6.2 Cleaning
6.2.1 All surfaces to be welded shall be clean and free from paint, oil, dirt, scale,
oxides, and other contaminants detrimental to welding. Cleaning shall be
performed in a manner that will not lead to additional contamination of the
weld or adjoining base metal.
6.2.2 Only stainless steel brushes and tools shall be used on stainless steel and
nickel-alloyed materials.
6.2.3 Grinding disks containing sulfur (iron sulfide) shall not be used on steels
with 5 through 9 percent nickel, stainless and alloy steels, or on non-
ferrous materials.
6.2.4 Cleanliness shall be maintained after completion of welding. All stubs,

rods, flux, slag, and foreign material shall be removed from the vicinity of
the equipment or piping.
6.3 Butt Joints
6.3.1 Full penetration welds are required for single-sided welded joints.
6.3.2 Double-welded joints shall be prepared for back welding by grinding, arc-
air gouging and grinding or chipping, so as to allow complete penetration
and fusion. The depth of the back cut shall be sufficient to remove all the
initial 1st pass welds but not deep enough to cause distortion in the welded
joint by excess 2nd side welding.
6.4 Tack Welds
6.4.1 All tacks in the weld groove shall be performed by qualified welders (in
conformance with ASME SEC IX), according to an approved welding
procedure. Tack welding procedures, including for bridge and bullet tacks
shall be qualified prior to fabrication operations.
6.4.2 Non-groove tack welds to be incorporated into the main weld seams shall
have the ends ground and feathered.
6.4.3 Tack welds made by non-ASME SEC IX welders shall be completely

ground out. The ground areas shall be examined by the magnetic particle
or dye penetrant method prior to completing the permanent weld.

7.0 WELD CONTOUR AND FINISH
7.1 Weld beads shall be contoured to permit complete fusion at the sides of the bevel
and to eliminate inter run and side wall slag inclusions. Flux and slag shall be
removed completely from weld beads and from the surface of completed welds
and adjoining base material. The flux removal shall be performed in a manner
that will not cause the weld or adjoining base material to become contaminated or
overheated.
7.2 Weld reinforcement and finish shall be as required by the applicable codes and
standards. Undercutting of base metal is prohibited, except for piping fabricated
according to ASME B31.3, undercutting shall be removed by smooth profile toe
grinding, where allowed.
7.3 After removal of temporary welded attachments on all materials, except carbon
steel (P-1) and austenitic stainless steel (P-8), the weld area shall be dressed and
examined by magnetic particle or dye penetrant for the detection of cracks. Any
defects found shall be removed and repaired.
7.4 Peening of partial or completed welds shall not be permitted, unless prior
approval is given by CONSULTANT / COMPANY and the CONTRACTOR /
SUPPLIER can demonstrate that the final weld joint integrity has not been
affected.
7.5 All arc strikes, starts, and stops shall be confined to the welding groove. Arc
strikes outside the welding groove shall be removed by grinding and examined by
magnetic particle or liquid dye penetrant.
8.0 ALLOY LINING
8.1 CONTRACTOR / SUPPLIER approval is required for any proposed alloy overlay
system.
8.2 For both integrally clad plate and weld overlay, the surface of base plate welds
that would be exposed to the corrosive environment shall be protected by
depositing not less than two layers of corrosion-resistant weld metal.
8.3 In austenitic stainless steel overlays, where the base metal requires PWHT or the
design temperature exceeds 450°C (840°F), the first weld layer shall be made
with Type 309L. Subsequent layers of deposit shall be made with low-carbon, 18
Cr-8 Ni stainless steel, or stabilized grades of austenitic stainless steel, depending
upon service conditions.

8.4 For Monel overlays on carbon or low-alloy steel, the first layer shall be made with
a high-nickel consumable (nickel or Inconel). The second and any successive
layers shall be made with a filler metal that nominally matches the Monel
chemistry. The first layer of high-nickel deposit shall be applied over bright,
clean, oxide-free steel.
8.5 When integrally clad stainless plates are being joined, the following shall apply:
8.5.1 The clad layer shall be stripped for a minimum distance of 8 mm (0.31 in)
from the bevel. In addition, the base material shall be etched with nitric
acid or copper sulfate to ensure prevention of austenitic weld dilution.
8.5.2 When the cladding is removed, the base material thickness shall not be
reduced below the design thickness by more than 1 mm (0.04 in).
8.5.3 The procedure for back-cladding of internal attachments and nozzle welds
requires approval by CONSULTANT / COMPANY. This procedure shall
include base metal examination, welding sequence, and final inspection.
8.6 All internal exposed alloys welds joining clad components, and all alloy weld
overlays inside vessels and heat exchangers shall be fully examined by the liquid
dye penetrant method.
8.7 A certified report of the chemical analysis of production as-deposited alloy weld
overlays, or alloy welds covering base metal welds in clad plates, shall be
furnished to CONSULTANT / COMPANY. The weld metal chemistry shall be
within the nominal range specified for the alloy. At least three drillings from each
vessel section (vessel can), each heat exchanger, and each head shall be made to
obtain sample material for analysis. One sample shall be taken at the beginning
of the overlay and two samples at locations to be designated by the inspector. The
samples shall be taken 2.5 mm (0.1 in) below the surface of the material.
Welding overlays shall be qualified in accordance with the WPS and PQR
requirements specified herein. The Procedure Qualification Record shall also
include corrosion testing of the weld overlays, specifically the ASTM G48 test
and the ASTM A262 test. The G48 test shall yield a corrosion rate of 5 mpy or
less. The A262 test shall show no evidence of cracking or pitting at 100x
magnification.

9.0 THERMAL TREATMENT
9.1 Preheat and Interpass Temperature
The minimum preheat temperatures for thermal cutting, arc-air gouging, and
welding (including butt, fillet, socket, seal, and tack welds) shall be in accordance
with the requirements of the applicable code. Exceptions are as follows:
9.1.1 No welding shall be performed when metal temperature is 0°C (32°F) or

lower.
9.1.2 Carbon steel shall be preheated to 10°C (50°F) , minimum, unless low-
hydrogen electrodes are to be used.
9.1.3 Carbon steel shall be preheated to 93°C (200°F), minimum, when any of
the following conditions apply:
a) Base metal thickness exceeds 25.4 mm (1 in)

b) Carbon content exceeds 0.30 percent
c) Carbon equivalent exceeds 0.43 percent, based on:
MN Cr + Mo + V Ni + Cu
CE = C + + +
6 5 15
d) The material is highly restrained; for example, nozzles or major

attachments.
e) All ferritic alloy materials shall be preheated in accordance with Table
2.
f) The maximum interpass temperature for austenitic stainless steels shall
be 180°C (350°F).
9.1.4 The maximum preheat and inter-pass temperature for carbon steel and
low-alloy steel shall be 300°C (572°F), unless otherwise approved by
9.1.5 During the welding of a casting, an area extending 300 mm (12 in) on
either side of the weld shall be maintained at the approved preheat and
inter-pass temperature.

9.1.6 The pre heat and inter-pass temperature shall be determined by

temperature-indicating crayons, contact pyrometers, thermocouples, or
other equally suitable means. Temperature-indicating crayons used on
austenitic stainless steels and nickel-base alloys shall cause no corrosive or
other harmful effects. They shall not contain more than one percent by
weight of total halogens or sulfur, or 200 PPM by weight of inorganic
halogens. It is the fabricator's responsibility to determine suitable brands
and melting temperatures that may be used. This information shall be
made available to CONSULTANT / COMPANY upon request.
9.1.7 When the specified preheat temperature is 150°C (300°F) or higher, the
metal shall be maintained at preheat temperature until the welds are
completed. The preheat temperature shall be maintained until the start of
post weld heat treatment or unless an intermediate tempering treatment is
performed, for welds in thickness over 50 mm (2 in) or under a high
degree of restraint (at nozzles, branch connections, and the like).
CONSULTANT / COMPANY shall be consulted if uncertainties exist
regarding the degree of restraint. An intermediate tempering heat
treatment shall consist of heating to 600°C (1100°F), minimum, holding
for a minimum of 15 minutes, and cooling slowly to the ambient
temperature.
9.1.8 As an alternative for butt welds only, a hydrogen out-gassing treatment

can be substituted for the intermediate tempering treatment. The hydrogen
out-gassing procedure shall consist of either raising the preheat
temperature to 260°C - 300°C (500°F - 570°F) and holding for four hours,
or raising the preheat temperature to 325°C - 400°C (620°F -750°F) and
holding for two hours. All other pressure welds, such as nozzle and
manhole attachment welds, shall be given the full 600°C (1100°F)
tempering treatment. The foregoing out-gassing procedure does not apply
to 5 through 9 percent nickel steels.

Table No. 2: Minimum Preheat Temperatures for Ferritic Materials
Material P-No. Minimum Preheat Temperature

(Nominal Analysis) °C °F
Carbon Steel 1 (Refer to Paragraph 10.1)
Manganese- 3 150 300
Molybdenum
C - 1/2 Mo 3 95 200
1/2 Cr - 1/2 Mo 3 95 200
1 Cr - 1/2 Mo 4 150 300
1 1/4 Cr - 1/2 Mo 4 150 300
2 1/4 Cr - 1 Mo 5 200 400
3 Cr - 1 Mo 5 200 400
5 Cr - 1/2 Mo 5 200 400
7 Cr - 1/2 Mo 5 200 400
9 Cr - 1 Mo 5 200 400
12 Cr (martensitic) 6 200 400
12 Cr (ferritic) 7 10 50
2 1/4 Ni 9A 150 300
3 1/2 NI 9B 150 300
5 Ni 11A 150 300
9 Ni 11A 150 300
9.2 Post weld Heat Treatment (PWHT)
9.2.1 PWHT shall conform to the applicable construction code, except as

follows:
a) Minimum PWHT of ferric materials shall conform to Table 3.
b) All ferritic piping materials, except carbon steel piping with wall
thickness 19 mm (3/4 in) or less (nominal thickness), shall be post-
weld heat treated.

c) The PWHT for welds joining austenitic stainless steels to dissimilar

materials shall be as specified in the qualified welding procedure and
approved by CONSULTANT / COMPANY prior to the start of
fabrication.
d) Under special circumstances (non-critical service), PWHT of field

welds in low-alloy steels (C-Mo, Mn-Mo, and Cr-Mo) made with
Inconel filler metal may be omitted, subject to CONSULTANT /
COMPANY approval.
e) For P-6 materials, the PWHT temperature used shall be the lowest
possible to avoid overheating and hardening on cooling.
f) Holding time at PWHT temperatures shall be one hour per 25.4 mm (1

in) of thickness, with a one-hour minimum. For chromium-
molybdenum steels (1/2 to 9 percent chromium) and 12 percent
chromium stainless steels, the minimum holding time shall be two
hours.
g) For P-3, P-4, P-5, and P-6 materials, the production PWHT (time and
temperature) shall be essentially the same as in the welding procedure
qualifications.
h) A sufficient number of thermocouples or other acceptable measuring

devices shall be attached, so as to accurately indicate metal
temperature in all critical areas during PWHT.
i) Direct flame impingement by torch or furnace burner during PWHT is

not permitted.
j) No exothermic heat treatment shall be allowed without prior written

approval from CONSULTANT / COMPANY.

Table No. 3: Post Weld Heat Treatment for Ferritic Materials
Material P-No. PWHT Temperature Range

(Nominal Analysis) °C °F
Carbon Steel 1 610 - 665 1130 - 1230
Manganese-Molybdenum 3 620 - 720 1150 - 1325
C - 1/2 Mo 3 620 - 720 1150 - 1325
1/2 Cr - 1/2 Mo 3 620 - 720 1150 - 1325
1 Cr - 1/2 Mo 4 705 - 745 1300 - 1375
1 1/4 Cr - 1/2 Mo 4 705 - 745 1300 - 1375
2 1/4 Cr - 1 Mo 5 720 - 760 1325 - 1400
3 Cr - 1 Mo 5 720 - 760 1325 - 1400
5 Cr - 1/2 Mo 5 720 - 760 1325 - 1400
7 Cr - 1/2 Mo 5 720 - 760 1325 - 1400
9 Cr - 1 Mo 5 720 - 760 1325 - 1400
12 Cr (martensitic) 6 720 - 790 1325 - 1450
12 Cr (ferritic) 7 None None
2 1/4 Ni 9A 595 - 635 1100 - 1175
3 1/2 NI 9B 595 - 635 1100 - 1175
5 Ni 11A 550 - 585 1025 - 1085
9 Ni 11A 550 - 585 1025 - 1085
Notes:
1. The temperature of any part of weldment during PWHT shall not be less than shown
above. The minimum holding time at temperature shall be one hour.
2. This table does not apply to normalized and tempered materials or to quenched and
tempered materials. The PWHT of such materials shall be approved by CONSULTANT /
COMPANY. It shall be such that the weld and HAZ harndesses do not exceed with ASME
B31.1, and the mechanical properties are not less than the specification minimum.

9.2.2 The maximum Brinell hardness of welds and heat-affected zones in all
steels after heat treatment shall be in accordance with ASME B31.3. If
welds are furnace heat treated, a sufficient number (10 percent) shall be
tested to verify that the hardness criterion has been met. If local heat
treatment has been applied, each weld shall be tested.
10.0 INSPECTION AND EXAMINATION
10.1 General
Examinations of welds shall conform to procedures and acceptance standards

required by the ASME Code. The exception is piping, which shall be in
accordance with specification for fabrication/installation of piping and the
paragraphs of this section.
Table 4: Weld Examination Procedures and Acceptance Standards
Method Standard, ASME Code

Section I Section VIII
Radiography: PW-51
- Complete Par. UW 51
- Random Par. UW 52
Magnetic particle N/A Appendix 6
Liquid penetrant N/A Appendix 8
Ultrasonic PW-52 Appendix 12
Notes:
1. Examination of piping welds fabricated in accordance with ASME B31.3 shall be in
accordance with Specification for Fabrication/Installation of Piping.
2. Detailed weld inspection procedures and acceptance criteria shall be reviewed and
approved by CONSULTANT / COMPANY.
10.2 All inspection and non-destructive examination (NDE) procedures shall be in

writing and submitted to CONSULTANT / COMPANY for approval. All
inspections and NDE shall be performed in accordance with the approved
procedures. The NDE operators shall be at least ASNT Level – II certified for the
examination they are performing.

10.3 Welds that are to be examined by non-destructive methods shall be finished as

required by the applicable code.
10.4 Radiographic Examination
The following are additional requirements for radiographic examination:
10.4.1 ASME SEC V-B-2-SE-94 Type 1 fine-grain film (Kodak AA or

equivalent) shall be used.
10.4.2 Only lead screens shall be used.
10.4.3 Use of penetrameters other than those specified in ASME SEC V-B-2-SE-
94, Article 2 and 22 (ASTM SE 94), (such as DIN/IIW wires) is
permissible. However, the thickness sensitivity and hole sensitivity shall
be equivalent to those required by the applicable ASME Code, and prior
approval shall be obtained from CONSULTANT / COMPANY.
10.4.4 Suitable film density shall be used.
10.4.5 Radiography of welds in NPS 2½ pipe or smaller may be performed by the

elliptical projection technique. At least two separate exposures are
required at locations 90 degrees apart.
10.5 Magnetic Particle Examination
Following are additional requirements for magnetic particle examination:
10.5.1 Only the yoke method shall be used after final post weld heat treatment.
10.5.2 Permanent magnets or yokes shall be used on air-hardening steels.
10.5.3 In examination by the prod method, the control switch shall be built into
the prod handles, so as to prevent arcing.
10.5.4 Severe arc strikes resulting from magnetic particle examination shall be
removed by grinding and the area subject to 100% MPI or DPI.
10.5.5 Magnetic particle inspection shall not be used on 5 through 9 percent

nickel steels.

10.6 Liquid Penetrant Examination
Following are additional requirements for liquid penetrant examination:
10.6.1 Except for piping, liquid penetrant shall only be used for non-magnetic
materials and 5 through 9 percent nickel steels, unless otherwise approved
by CONSULTANT / COMPANY.
10.6.2 Cleaning and developing solutions with a combined total residual sulfur
and halogen content of one percent by weight or greater shall not be used.
10.7 Ultrasonic Examination
Following are additional requirements for ultrasonic examination:
10.7.1 The weld shall be examined from at least two different probe angles.
10.7.2 Welds are not acceptable if the echoes from discontinuities exceed the
reference curve. Each weld groove face shall be completely examined
from both sides of the joint. If, however, complete examination can be
performed from one side only, echoes that exceed 50 percent of the
reference curve are not acceptable. Echoes exceeding 20 percent of the
reference curve shall be fully evaluated and accurately sized.
10.7.3 All echoes from discontinuities that exceed 50 percent of the reference
curve shall be recorded in the examination report and transmitted to
CONSULTANT / COMPANY. This record shall locate each area, the
echo height, the dimensions, the depth below the surface, and the
classification.
10.8 Extent of Inspection
The minimum inspection shall be as follows:
10.8.1 All welds shall be visually inspected after completion and inspected per
the construction code and this specification.
10.8.2 For piping, the extent and type of examination shall be as required in
accordance with reference Codes and Standards.

10.8.3 All final non-destructive examinations shall be performed after post weld
heat treatment, unless otherwise approved by CONSULTANT /
COMPANY. Final radiography or ultrasonic examination for vessels shall
be performed no sooner than 48 hours after the vessel has cooled to
ambient temperature. In special cases, based on equipment type,
materials, and process conditions, NDE examination may be separated;
some performed before PWHT and some after.
10.8.4 Where CONSULTANT / COMPANY allows non-destructive examination

to be performed before the final post weld heat treatment, the welds shall
also be examined on all accessible surfaces by the magnetic particle
method (dye penetrant method for non-magnetic materials and all piping)
after PWHT.
10.8.5 The attachment welds between structural components and pressure parts
of quenched and tempered carbon steel, HSLA steel, and ferritic alloy
materials shall be examined by the magnetic particle method (dye
penetrant for piping) after PWHT. This requirement does not apply to 5
through 9 percent nickel steels.
10.8.6 All pressure-containing equipment designed with 100 percent joint

efficiency, irrespective of material, shall have all nozzle and reinforcing
pad attachment welds examined by the magnetic particle or liquid
penetrant method, as applicable. Inspection shall be performed on all
accessible weld surfaces (inside and outside).
10.8.7 After completion of welding. This final inspection shall be made after
post weld heat treatment, if any.
10.8.8 When examination by radiography is specified but is not practical,

ultrasonic examination or an alternative non-destructive test method shall
be proposed for CONSULTANT / COMPANY approval.
10.8.9 For all piping and heater coils requiring radiography, the minimum
number of shots per circumferential seam shall be as follows:
a) Up to and including NPS 2 1/2 diameter: two shots (90 degrees apart)
b) Over 2 1/2 NPS diameter: three shots (120 degrees apart)

10.8.10 Where random non-destructive examination is specified, at least one weld

shall be examined for every material grouping, each welding process, and
each welder. For each weld found to be defective, two additional
representative welds shall be examined. If these additional welds are free
from defects, only the defects indicated in the first examination shall be
repaired and re-examined. However, if either of the two additional welds
shows defects, all welds represented shall be either (1) fully non-
destructively examined and repaired as necessary, or (2) completely
replaced.
10.8.11 For spot radiography, at least one of each type and position of weld made
by each welder shall be examined.
10.9 Hardness Tests
10.9.1 The hardness of welds and HAZ, when used in the as-welded condition or
after post weld heat treatment, shall not exceed with reference Codes and
Standards.
10.9.2 Where the following conditions occur, hardness tests of P-1 and P-3
materials shall be taken on the center of the inside surface of weld seams,
where possible; otherwise, on the outside surface of the weld seams at the
weld centre line and also the HAZ interface between the weld metal and
base material. (Including nozzle, manhole, and attachment welds):
a) Submerged arc welding is performed with F70 or higher flux

classification.
b) Shielded metal arc welding is performed with covered electrodes of

E80XX or higher classification.
c) Filler metal contains at least 1.6 percent manganese, or when

manganese and silicon exceed 1.4 and 0.8 percent, respectively.
10.9.3 For carbon steel in critical service, such as wet H2S, amine, HF, and
caustic, the hardness of deposited weld metal shall not exceed 200 HB.

11.0 REJECTION AND REPAIR
11.1 Defects that are outside the limits of the codes, job specifications, or other
requirements stated on the purchase order shall be cause for rejection. The
CONTRACTOR/SUPPLIER shall provide rectification procedures and take such
remedial action as is necessary to re-establish the weld integrity and secure
acceptance by CONSULTANT / COMPANY. The cost of the remedial action
shall be borne by the CONTRACTOR / SUPPLIER. The CONTRACTOR /
SUPPLIER shall only attempt 2 repairs of a defective weldment before the
complete weld is removed and replaced.
11.2 Repairs of major defects, and all repairs in plate or forgings, require prior
approval by CONSULTANT / COMPANY. Repairs of weld defects are
considered major when the defect size exceeds one-half the wall thickness and the
thickness of the component is over 25.4 mm (1 in); or when the defect resulted in
leakage during a hydrostatic test. The repair procedure shall be in writing and
shall include information on methods used for defect removal, inspection of
cavity, welding procedures, welding techniques and details of non-destructive
examination of the excavated and repaired area.
11.3 All welds (including weld overlays) that are found by inspection to be unsound or
that are deposited by procedures differing from those properly qualified shall be
rejected. They shall be completely removed from the equipment and replaced in
accordance with an approved procedure or be repaired, subject to
CONSULTANT / COMPANY written approval.
11.4 Repair of local cavities in overlay welds that penetrate the base metal by more
than 10 percent or 4.8 mm (3/16 in), whichever is the smaller, shall include
having the base metal re-welded. The welding procedure and materials used shall
be compatible with the original base metal.
11.5 Removal of defects by chipping, grinding, or gouging shall be done in such a

manner as to avoid reducing the adjacent base material thickness. If the adjacent
material thickness is reduced, it shall be restored to its original condition.
Complete removal of defects shall be verified by non-destructive examination
before repair is started. Repair welding shall be performed only by qualified
welders using qualified procedures.

11.6 When a welder's or welding operator's welding is judged unsatisfactory by

CONSULTANT / COMPANY, the welder shall be removed from the work. All
such welding by that welder or operator shall be inspected by non-destructive
examination and removed or repaired at CONTRACTOR/SUPPLIER expense, as
directed by CONSULTANT / COMPANY. The welder may be reassigned after
additional training and the completion of satisfactory re-qualification tests, but
only with the approval of CONSULTANT / COMPANY.
12.0 REPAIRS AND ALTERATIONS
All repairs or alterations of existing welded equipment shall be done in accordance with
the latest addition of the applicable code for new construction. For pressure vessels, both
code and non-code repairs and alterations shall conform to ANSI NB-23 or other national
requirements.
13.0 WELD IDENTIFICATION
In field and shop welding, each qualified welder or welding operator shall have an
identification symbol assigned to him to ensure all production welds are traceable to the
welder, WPS and NDE report. The welder shall permanently mark each pressure weld
with this identification symbol. If more than one welder welds a joint, each shall apply
his symbol in such a manner as to indicate the part of the joint he welded. Alternatively,
subject to CONSULTANT / COMPANY written approval, an accurate record keeping
system shall be established and maintained to identify welds and the welders that
fabricate them.
14.0 DOCUMENTATION
All CONTRACTOR/SUPPLIER as built data reports for new construction, alteration,

and repairs shall be furnished to CONSULTANT / COMPANY upon completion of the
fabrication. Such documentation may include, but not be limited to, the following
elements: assembly and spool drawings, welding procedures, heat treating charts,
inspection records, and appropriate code documents. For details on as built
documentation requirements, refer to specific equipment guides and Contract
requirements. Sub CONTRACTOR / SUPPLIER shall provide a typical as built
documentation index to CONSULTANT / COMPANY prior to work commencing.

APPENDIX – A
EXPLANATION OF ABBREVIATIONS
FCAW Flux Cored Arc Welding

FIN Ferrite Index Number
GMAW Gas Metal Arc Welding
GTAW Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
HAZ Heat Affected Zone
HB Brinnell Hardness
HSLA High Strength, Low Alloy
HV Vickers Hardness
NDE Non-Destructive Examination
PWHT Post Weld Heat Treatment
SAW Submerged Arc Welding
SMAW Shielded Metal Arc Welding
WRC Welding Research Council

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SPECIFICATION FOR
WELDING PROCEDURE QUALIFICATION

TABLE OF CONTENTS
S. NO. DESCRIPTION PAGE NO.
1.0 SCOPE 3
2.0 DEFINITIONS 3
3.0 APPLICABLE STANDARDS / SPECIFICATION 3
4.0 WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS) 3
5.0 WELDING PROCEDURE QUALIFICATION TEST PIECE 4
6.0 TENSION TEST SPECIMEN 4
7.0 TENSION TEST 4
8.0 GUIDED BEND TEST SPECIMEN 4
9.0 GUIDED BEND TEST 5
10.0 LIMITS OF QUALIFICATION 5

1.0 SCOPE
This Specification covers the minimum requirements for welding procedure qualification
for carbon steel pipe and plate welding using the SMAW technique and outlines the
minimum requirements of the COMPANY.
The Contractor’s Welding Procedure (submitted as per paragraph 3.0 below) shall be
qualified according to the requirements of this specification and ASME Section IX to
establish a Welding Procedure for making production welds required for construction &
fabrication of VII Solubilizer Vessel at Contractor / Supplier’s premises.
2.0 DEFINITIONS
Owner / Company : M/s. Mobil Askari Limited (MAL) Pakistan

engineering of the Project. Zishan Engineers (Pvt.) Ltd.
(ZEL) is the Engineer.
Contractor / Supplier : Entity with whom the Company will execute a contract for
execution of work.
3.0 APPLICABLE STANDARDS / SPECIFICATION
The procedure for qualification laid down is based on the requirements for ASME Boiler
and Pressure Vessel Code Sec. IX, Welding and Brazing Qualifications, latest edition.
For conditions not covered in this specification, test procedures laid down in ASME
Section IX shall be followed.
4.0 WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION (WPS)
The Contractor shall submit his Welding Procedure to the Owner’s Representative
describing in detail all of the variables which are essential and non-essential to the
welding process(es) employed in the Procedure. The procedure shall be submitted in the
suggested Format QW-482 of ASME Section –IX. The qualified WPS shall be submitted
in the suggested format QW-483 for procedure Qualification Record. This WPS shall be
used by the qualified welder for making production welds.

5.0 WELDING PROCEDURE QUALIFICATION TEST PIECE
Test piece for plate welding shall be prepared using plate 15 mm thick in horizontal 2G
position, as shown in Fig. 1.
All material charges for testing, labour, consumables, diesel welding generator, and all
other facilities required for Welding Procedure Qualification shall be provided by the
contractor at his cost, which shall be considered / included in his item rates.
The test piece shall be welded in the presence of the Owner’s Representative.
6.0 TENSION TEST SPECIMEN
Reduced section tension test specimens shall be prepared as shown in Fig 2.
7.0 TENSION TEST
Tension test shall be carried out on two specimens.
Tensile specimens shall be broken under tensile load with equipment capable of
measuring the load at which failure occurs. The tensile strength shall be computed by
dividing the maximum load at failure by the least cross-sectional area of the specimen as
measured before load is applied.
The tensile strength of the weld including the fusion zone of each specimen shall be equal
to or greater than the specified minimum tensile strength of the material, but need not be
equal or greater than the actual tensile strength of the material. If the specimen breaks
outside the weld and fusion zone; i.e. in parent material, and meets the specified
minimum tensile strength requirements, then the weld shall be accepted as meeting the
requirements.
If the specimen breaks in the weld or fusion zone and the observed strength is equal to or
greater than the specified minimum tensile strength of the material and meets the
requirements for soundness then the weld shall be accepted as meeting the requirements.
If the specimen breaks below the specified minimum tensile strength of the material, then
the weld shall be set aside and a new test weld made and retested as above.
8.0 GUIDED BEND TEST SPECIMEN
Guided bend test specimens shall be prepared as shown in Fig. 3.

9.0 GUIDED BEND TEST
Guided bend test shall be carried out on four specimens. Two specimens shall be face
bent and two root bent. Guided bend specimens shall be bent in test jigs as suggested in
ASME Sec. IX (QW-466).
The specimen shall be bent at 180 deg. and the radius of bend at the weld shall be 2 t,
where ‘t’ is the thickness of the specimen.
The side of the specimen turned toward the gap of the jig shall be the face for the face-
bend specimens, the root for the root-bend specimens.
The specimen shall be forced into the die by applying load on the plunger until the
curvature of the specimen is such that one 1/8” diameter wire cannot be inserted between
the specimen and the die.
The weld and heat affected zone of the bend specimen shall be completely within the
bent portion after testing.
In order to pass the guided bend test, specimens shall have no open defects exceeding
1/8” (3.2 mm), measured in any direction on the convex surface of the specimen after
bending, except that cracks occurring on the corners of the specimen during testing shall
not be considered, unless there is definite evidence that they result from slag inclusions or
other internal defects.
10.0 LIMITS OF QUALIFICATION
The procedure shall be qualified for butt and fillet welding pipe or plate up to 30 mm
thick; however, requalification would be required if there is a change in the following
variables:
a) A change from one welding process to any other welding process or a

combination of welding processes.
b) A change in base metal classification.
c) A change in filler metal classification.
d) A change in the pre-heat or post-weld heat treatment conditions.
e) A change in nominal electrode diameter used for the first layer of deposit.

f) An increase of more than 10% in the amperage used in the application for the first
layer.
g) A change in type of current (AC or DC) or polarity.
The Contractor shall prepare WPS and get the welding procedure qualified for each type
of welding procedure involved, as per guidelines of this specification.




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SPECIFICATION FOR
WELDER QUALIFICATION

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 SCOPE 3
2.0 APPLICABLE SPECIFICATIONS 3
3.0 WELDING QUALIFICATION TEST PIECE 3
4.0 GUIDED BEND TEST SPECIMEN 3
5.0 GUIDED BEND TEST 4
6.0 LIMITS OF QUALIFICATION 4
7.0 TEST CERTIFICATE 5
8.0 RADIOGRAPHY 5

1.0 SCOPE
This Specification covers the minimum requirements for welders’ qualification for carbon
steel pipe and plate welding using the SMAW technique and outlines the minimum
requirements of the COMPANY.
All welders intended to be employed by the Contractor for making production welds shall
be qualified according to the requirements of this specification and ASME Section IX to
determine the welder’s ability to deposit sound weld metal in production welds required
for construction & fabrication of VII Solubilizer Vessel at Contractor / Supplier’s
premises.
2.0 APPLICABLE SPECIFICATIONS
The procedure for qualification laid down is based on the requirements for ASME Boiler
and Pressure Vessel Code Sec. IX, Welding and Brazing Qualifications, latest edition.
For conditions not covered in this specification, test procedures laid down in ASME
Section IX latest edition shall be followed.
3.0 WELDING QUALIFICATION TEST PIECE
Test piece shall be prepared as shown in Fig.1 for qualification of welder to weld pipe up
to 18 mm thick and plates up to 30 mm thick as shown in fig. 3. The test piece shall be
fixed in an inclined position 45 deg. to the vertical and horizontal axes and shall not be
rotated during welding (Position 6G as per ASME Section-IX). The ends of the test piece
shall be plugged with wooden blocks during welding.
All material charges for testing, labour, consumables, diesel welding generator and all
other facilities required for Welder Qualification shall be provided by the contractor at his
cost, which shall be considered / included in the item rates.
The test piece shall be welded in the presence of the Owner’s Representative.
4.0 GUIDED BEND TEST SPECIMEN
Guided bend test specimens shall be prepared as shown in Fig. 2.

5.0 GUIDED BEND TEST
Guided bend test shall be carried out on four specimens. Two specimens shall be face bent
and two root bent. Guided bend specimens shall be bent in test jigs as suggested in ASME
Sec. IX (QW-466).
The specimen shall be bent at 180 degree and the radius of bend at the weld shall be 2 t,
where‘t’ is the thickness of the specimen.
The side of the specimen turned toward the gap of the jig shall be the face for the face-
bend specimens, the root for the root-bend specimens.
The specimen shall be forced into the die by applying load on the plunger until the
curvature of the specimen is such that one 1/8” (3.2 mm) diameter wire cannot be inserted
between the specimen and the die.
The weld and heat affected zone of the bend specimen shall be completely within the bent
portion after testing.
In order to pass the guided bend test, specimens shall have no open defects exceeding 1/8”
(3.2 mm), measured in any direction on the convex surface of the specimen after bending,
except that cracks occurring on the corners of the specimen during testing shall not be
considered, unless there is definite evidence that they result from slag inclusions or other
internal defects.
6.0 LIMITS OF QUALIFICATION
A welder passing this test shall be qualified for butt and fillet welding of pipe up to 18 mm
or plate up to 30 mm thick in any position; however, requalification would be required if
there is a change in the following variables:
a) A change from one welding process to any other welding process or a combination
of welding processes.
b) A change in direction of welding from uphill to downhill or vice versa.
c) A change in base metal classification.
d) A change in filler metal classification.
For butt welding of pipe, this test is applicable only for welding pipes 2 inches and above.

7.0 TEST CERTIFICATE
Every welder passing this test shall be issued a certificate by the Inspection Company /
Inspector which shall be kept at work by the welder.
8.0 RADIOGRAPHY
The mechanical tests may be substituted by radiographic examination. In case of

radiography, the entire length of weld shall be examined. The radiographic technique and
acceptance criteria shall be in accordance with ASME Section IX (QW-191).




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SPECIFICATION FOR
PAINTING, LINING & SURFACE PREPARATION

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 GENERAL 3
2.0 CODES, STANDARDS & SPECIFICATIONS 6
3.0 SURFACE PREPARATION 6
4.0 PAINT MIXING, THINNING & STORAGE 9
5.0 COATING PROCEDURE 10
6.0 INSPECTION 15
7.0 PAINTING SYSTEMS 16
8.0 LININGS 21
9.0 COLOUR SCHEDULE AND MARKING 22
10.0 LABOUR AND SAFETY 26

1.0 GENERAL
1.1 Scope
This specification covers the minimum requirements for the selection of material,
surface preparation, supply and application of the painting system to be used on
the external surfaces of pipeline, process plant, storage tanks, buildings and
production facilities, including structural steel, piping, equipment, internal surface
of storage tanks and its structure. This specification is applicable to both shop and
field/site painting works.
The painting works to be performed shall include all supply of painting material,
material required for application of painting, surface preparation, protection of
other works, application of primer, intermediate and top coat, repair of damages to
painting works, cleaning of the working area as well as all intermediate and final
inspection works. Vendor may propose superior painting system subject to
Company Consultant’s approval.
1.2 The following surfaces are not required to be coated:
 Nonferrous materials (stainless steels, aluminium, etc.) unless specifically

required.
 Plastic or plastic-coated materials not susceptible to ultra-violet deterioration.
1.3 Machined and threaded surfaces shall be protected with a temporary rust
preventative.
1.4 Any deviation from this specification shall be approved in writing by the
Company / Consultant. Failure of CONTRACTOR/SUPPLIER to consult with the
Company / Consultant to clarify any item in the specification will, in no way,
relieve the CONTRACTOR/SUPPLIER of his responsibility of satisfactory
compliance with this specification.

1.5 Definitions

engineering of the Project. Zishan Engineers (Pvt.)
Ltd. (ZEL) is the Engineer.
Contractor : Means the construction company to be engaged by the

COMPANY to perform the Construction work.
Packager / Supplier : Entity with whom the Company will execute a

contract for supply of equipment / material as per
this document.
1.6 Errors or Omissions
1.6.1 Review and comment by the Company / Consultant of any

CONTRACTOR/SUPPLIER’S drawings, procedures or documents shall
only indicate acceptance of general requirements and shall not relieve the
CONTRACTOR/SUPPLIER of its obligations to comply with the
requirements of this specification and other related parts of the Contract
Documents.
1.6.2 Any errors or omissions noted by the CONTRACTOR/SUPPLIER in this

Specification shall be immediately brought to the attention of Company /
Consultant.
1.7 Deviations
All deviations to this Specification, other related specifications or attachments

shall be brought to the knowledge of the Company / Consultant in the bid. All
deviations made during the procurement, design, manufacturing, testing and
inspection of the Works shall be with written approval of the Company /
Consultant prior to execution of work. Such deviations shall be shown in the
documentation prepared by the Company / Consultant.

1.8 Conflicting Requirements
In the event of any conflict, inconsistency or ambiguity between the Contract

scope of work, this Specification, National Codes & Standards referenced in this
Specification or any other documents, the CONTRACTOR/SUPPLIER shall refer
to the Company / Consultant whose decision shall prevail.
1.9 Work Procedure
1.9.1 The CONTRACTOR/SUPPLIER shall submit detailed procedures for

approval to the Company / Consultant:
 Surface Preparation
 Paint material storage and preparation procedure
 Primer application
 Intermediate and finish coat application
 Inspection and data recording procedures
 Paint repair procedure
 Painted equipment/material transportation, storage and handling

procedure
 Type of abrasive to be used
The above procedure shall include the application equipment/tools. All

procedures shall meet the minimum requirement stated in this
specification.
1.9.2 Material specification for the surface preparation and painting, and mixing
materials, shall be submitted to the Company / Consultant for approval.
Detailed manufacturers data shall be submitted with these specifications.
Material shall not be procured prior to approval of the Company /
Consultant.

2.0 CODES, STANDARDS & SPECIFICATIONS
The codes and rules to be taken into consideration are:
 The SSPC (Steel Structures Painting Council)
– Volume 1: good painting practice

– Volume 2: systems and specifications
 The SIS 05 59 00
Swedish standard - Pictorial surface preparation Standards for painting steel surface.
 ASTM E337 Standard Test Method for Measuring Humidity with a

Psychrometer (the Measurement of Wet and Dry-Bulb
Temperature).
3.0 SURFACE PREPARATION
3.1 Ferrous Structures and Equipment
3.1.1 All rough welds, burrs, weld spatter, indentations and all other sharp
surface projections shall be ground smooth prior to further surface
preparation. Any grinding on piping surface in forbidden after blast
cleaning.
3.1.2 All bolt holes shall be drilled and smoothed before blast cleaning.
3.1.3 All surfaces to be coated shall be blast cleaned to:
 SSPC-SP 10 “Near white blast cleaning” per Steel Structures Painting

Council (SSPC) surface preparation specification SP-10-63T.
 S.A. 2.5 of Swedish Standards Institution SIS 05 5900.
3.1.4 All surfaces shall be blast cleaned to achieve the desired surface profile.
Material used for blast cleaning shall be submitted to the Company /
Consultant for approval. Company / Consultant will have the right to
select most appropriate material. CONTRACTOR/SUPPLIER shall
provide a surface profile meter at site for the inspection of achieved
surface profile.

3.1.5 Any oil, grease, dust or foreign matter deposited on the surface shall be
removed prior to the surface preparation. In the event rusting occurs after
completion of surface preparation, surfaces shall again be cleaned in
accordance with the specified method.
3.1.6 Cleaning shall be discontinued each day in sufficient time to permit the
surfaces cleaned to be primed before the end of the working day.
3.1.7 Dry blast cleaning operations shall not be conducted on surfaces that will
be wet after blasting and before painting. If relative humidity is greater
than 80%, permission to blast shall be obtained from Company /
Consultant.
3.1.8 Extreme care shall be exercised to prevent damage when blasting near
nameplates, machined surfaces and factory-coated items. These surfaces
shall be adequately protected.
3.1.9 Mill scales, rust scales, old paints marking, slags and sediments, weld
spatter and other foreign materials shall be thoroughly removed.
3.1.10 Cloth is not allowed to be used on blasted surfaces for cleaning the sand
dust which accumulated due to blasting operation, soft brush shall be used
for the purpose.
3.1.11 Blasted and cleaned surfaces shall be inspected and approved by the
Company / Consultant, prior to priming/painting works.
3.1.12 Sand particle size and abrasive contamination shall be regularly checked.
3.2 Non-Ferrous Structures
Surface preparation for non ferrous structures shall consists of two separate
operations, surface cleaning and eventual pretreatment of the surface to be painted
with the proper priming coat.

3.2.1 Cement, Concrete, Masonry
a) Surface Cleaning
The surface cleaning shall be undertaken by means of one or all of

the following processes, depending on the initial state of the
surfaces to be painted:
– The surface shall be roughened by power or hand weathering or

abrasion.
– In all cases removing of oil or grease is mandatory.
– In all cases the surfaces are to be dried.
3.2.2 Lead
a) Surface Cleaning
Surface cleaning shall be performed by one of the following

processes:
– solvent cleaning
– light wire brushing or sanding
b) Pretreatment
None, provided that the surface cleaning is carefully performed.
3.2.3 Plaster
a) Surface Preparation
After allowing the plaster to completely curve, surface shall be

prepared for final coating by use of emulsion paints or resin
emulsion paints on new or damp plaster.
b) Pretreatment
None After the above preparation, the plaster surfaces are ready for
priming and painting, provided the preparation coats are allowed to
dry.

3.2.4 Wood
a) Surface Preparation
All cracks, crevices and holes shall be scraped out, primed and
made good with proper products of approved manufacturer, faced
up and rubbed down to an even surface.
All knots shall be treated to prevent bleeding. Large or loose knots

shall be cut out, removed and replaced with sound wood or cut
back and the surfaces made good with stoppers.
All previously painted woodwork, if any, shall be washed with

soap and water, will rinses with clean water and rubbed down with
waterproof abrasive paper before re-painting works being
undertaken.
b) Pretreatment
None, provided that surface preparation has been properly

performed.
4.0 PAINT MIXING, THINNING & STORAGE
4.1 All containers of coating material shall remain unopened until required for use
and shall be stored under cover. Painting materials shall be stored in accordance
with the instructions of the paint manufacturer/supplier.
4.2 Painting material which has jelled or otherwise deteriorated during storage shall
not be used.
4.3 All ingredients in any container shall be thoroughly mixed before use to a smooth
and uniform consistency. Mechanical agitation during application shall be
sufficient to keep pigment in solution.
4.4 Where a skin has formed in the container, the skin shall be cut loose and
discarded. If such skins are sufficiently thick to have a practical effect on the
composition and quality, the paint shall not be used.

4.5 All pigmented material shall be strained after mixing except where application
equipment is provided with adequate strainers. Strainers shall be capable of
passing the pigment and removing any skin.
4.6 Painting material which does not have a limited life or does not deteriorate on
standing may be mixed any time before using and shall not remain in spray pots or
buckets overnight, but shall be gathered in to a closed container and remixed
before use.
4.7 No thinner shall be added unless necessary for proper application. Thinning shall
not exceed limitations established by Manufacturer/Supplier.
4.8 Type of thinner shall comply with Manufacturer’s/Supplier’s instructions.
4.9 When use of thinner is permissible, it shall be added during the mixing process.
Painters shall not add thinner after it has been thinned to the proper consistency.
All thinning shall be done under supervision of someone acquainted with the
correct amount and type to be added.
4.10 All painting materials shall have prior approval of the Company / Consultant.
5.0 COATING PROCEDURE
5.1 Ferrous Structures and Equipment
5.1.1 Painting System
a) The type of paint, number of coats and thickness shall be applied

as outlined in Sections–7.1 to 7.8 other painting materials can be
used only with Company / Consultant prior approval.
b) Primers and finish coats for any particular system shall be from the
same Manufacturer/Supplier to ensure material compatibility.
c) Manufacturer/Supplier’s instructions, including safety precautions,

are a part of this specification. In case of conflict, the
Manufacturer/Supplier’s mandatory instructions shall govern.

5.1.2 Application
a) Surfaces shall not be painted in rain, wind, snow, fog, mist in areas
where injurious airborne elements exist, when the steel surface
temperature is less than 3ºC above dew-point, when the relative
humidity is greater than 80% or when the temperature is below
5ºC.
b) To the maximum extent practical, each coat of material shall be

applied as a continuous film of uniform thickness free of pores.
Any thin spots or areas missed in the application shall be recoated
and permitted to dry before the next coat is applied.
c) Each coat shall be in a proper state of cure or dryness before the

application of the succeeding coat. Material shall be considered dry
for re-coating when an additional coat can be applied without the
development of any detrimental film irregularities such as lifting or
loss of adhesion of the undercoat.
d) When successive coats of the same color have been specified,

alternate coats shall be tinted when practical, sufficiently to
produce enough contrast to indicate complete coverage of the
surface.
When the material is the color of the steel or when the tinting of
the final coat is objectionable, the first coat to be applied shall be
tinted. The tinting material shall be compatible with the material
and not detrimental to its service life.
e) All blast cleaned surfaces shall be coated with the specified primer
within four hours after blasting, before rusting occurs. No acid
washes or other cleaning solutions or solvents shall be used on
metal surfaces after they are blasted.
f) Brush application of paint shall be in accordance with the

following:
 Brushes shall be of a style and quality that will enable proper

application of paint. Round or oval brushes are most suitable
for rivets, bolts, irregular surfaces and rough or pitted steel,
wide, flat brushes are suitable for large flat areas, but they shall
not have a width over one hundred and twenty five (125)
millimeters.

 The brushing shall be done so that a smooth coat as nearly

uniform in thickness as possible is obtained.
 Paint shall be worked into all corners.
 Any runs or sags shall be brushed out.
 There shall be a minimum of brush marks left in the applied

paint.
 Surfaces not accessible to brushes shall be painted by spray,

daubers or sheepskin.
g) Roller application of paint could also be used. Rollers of different

length of maps should be selected as per the requirement.
h) Airless spray application shall be in accordance with the following:
 The equipment used shall be suitable for the intended purpose

and shall be capable of properly atomizing the paint to be
applied. The nozzles shall be those recommended by the
Manufacturer of the equipment for the material being sprayed.
The equipment shall be kept in satisfactory condition to permit
proper paint application.
 Most suitable spray tip and pressure should be selected and

used.
 The spray fan should be kept at right angle to the surface and
the gun should be triggered off at the end of each pass.
 Proper distance should be maintained for holding an airless

spray gun from the surface being coated, in order to avoid pin
holing, dry spraying and over-spraying.
 When in use, avoid placing hands or fingers in front of the gun,

as contact with the pressurized point can cause serious injury.
 Spray trigger-locking device should be in working order and

only released during spraying operation.

 Spray equipment shall be kept sufficiently clean so that dirt,

dried paint and other foreign materials are not deposited in the
paint film. Any solvents left in the spray equipment shall be
completely removed before applying paint to the surfaces being
painted.
 Paint shall be applied in a uniform layer with overlapping at the

edge of the spray pattern. The spray pattern shall be adjusted so
that the paint is deposited uniformly.
 Areas inaccessible to the spray gun shall be painted by brush; if

not accessible by brush, daubers or sheepskins shall be used.
Brushes shall be used to work paint into cracks, crevices and
blind spots which are not adequately painted by spray.
 Particular precautions are necessary in spraying inorganic zinc.
i) All nameplates, Supplier’s identification tags, machined surfaces,

instrument glass, finished flange faces, control valve stems and
similar items shall be masked to prohibit coating deposition. If
these surfaces are coated, the component shall be cleaned and
restored to its original condition.
j) Edges of structural shapes and irregular coated surfaces shall be

coated first and an extra full pass made later.
k) Contact surfaces of all components (bottom of skids, mounting

surfaces of equipment etc.) are included in the scope of work to be
coated.
l) Wet paint shall be protected against contamination from dust or

other foreign matter.
m) Sand blasting yard and painting yard shall be appropriately apart or

if close shall be segregated by a proper partition.
n) Second primer coat and finish coats, as specified, shall be applied

after fabrication, erection and welding activities.

5.1.3 Drying of Coated Surfaces
a) No coat shall be applied until the preceding coat has dried.

Material shall be considered dry for re-coating when another coat
can be applied without the development of any film irregularities
such as lifting or loss of adhesion to under coats and the drying
time of the applied coat does not exceed the maximum specified
for it as a first coat.
b) No paint shall be forced dried under conditions which will cause

checking wrinkling, blistering, formation of pores or detrimentally
affect the condition of the paint.
c) No drier shall be added to paint on the job unless specifically

called for in the manufacturer’s specification for the paint.
d) Paint shall be protected from rain, condensation, contamination,

snow and freezing until dry to the fullest extent practical.
5.1.3 Repair of Damaged Paint Surface
Run, sags, voids, drips, over spray, loss of adhesion, blistering, peeling,
mud-cracking, crazing, inadequate cure, or rusting of the substrate shall
not be acceptable. Where shop painting has been damaged in transit or
where damage has occurred to field coats, the following shall apply:
a) All damaged and loosely adhering paint shall be removed and the
surface thoroughly cleaned.
b) Edges of the breaks shall be feathered and the designated number

of prime and finish paint applied.
c) Paint shall match the original color and gloss.
d) Cure and thickness check shall be carried out.
e) Repair area shall be fully documented and traceable.
CONTRACTOR/SUPPLIER shall submit proposals to Company /

Consultant for the preparation of painting and paint repair of grating tie
down spots, i.e. spot weld, stud welds, tack welds etc. in between the
panels and panel slats and also the grating panels.

5.2 Non Ferrous Structures and Facilities
5.2.1 Coating System
The surface painting of the non ferrous structures shall be carried out after
the surface preparation has been performed in a proper way and accepted
by the Company / Consultant.
Surface painting consists of two separate coats, primer coat and final coat
which shall be applied and after drying of the primer coat.
6.0 INSPECTION
6.1 CONTRACTOR/SUPPLIER shall deploy a qualified team for the Quality Control
of the painting Works. Detailed QC procedures shall be developed by the
CONTRACTOR/SUPPLIER and submitted to the Company / Consultant for
approval. All painting Works shall be carried out only in accordance with the
approved procedure.
6.2 All materials supplied and Works performed under this specification shall be
subject to inspection by inspectors nominated by the
CONTRACTOR/SUPPLIER.
6.3 All parts of the work shall be readily accessible to the Company / Consultant
inspector.
6.4 Approval of each of the following shall be obtained before proceeding with any
subsequent phase:
 Weather Conditions
 Location of work
 Surface Preparation and painting of Equipment and Material
 First coat
 Each subsequent coats
6.5 Company / Consultant shall have the authority to reject any Work that does not
conform to the specifications. Applicator shall correct work found defective under
this specification.
6.6 Painting work inspection shall be undertaken in five (5) steps according to the
hereunder sequence:

6.6.1 Blast cleaning required grade shall be checked by means of pictorial

surface standards.
6.6.2 Surface cleanliness, result of the surface preparation.
6.6.3 An in-process checking will be given to check the wet film thickness by
means of the wet film thickness gauge.
6.6.4 After coating, the dry film thickness shall be measured by means of 9 DFT
meter. In case minimum dry film thickness as specified in this
specification are not achieved due to whatever reasons, the number of
coats will be increased accordingly to achieve the only specified DFT.
6.6.5 Coating integrity testing will be achieved by the use of a holiday detector.
In case of lack of paint detection, the CONTRACTOR/SUPPLIER shall
mark the holiday to indicate the location of repair work to be performed.
6.7 All equipment necessary to measure the performance of painting shall be provided
by the CONTRACTOR/SUPPLIER.
7.0 PAINTING SYSTEMS
The painting system to be applied for each type of equipment/structure and facilities shall
be according to the system described hereunder. The CONTRACTOR/SUPPLIER shall
obtain written approval of color scheme to be followed by Company / Consultant. The
CONTRACTOR/SUPPLIER shall check the dry film thicknesses by DFT meter in the
presence of Company / Consultant.
7.1 Tank External Surfaces (Shell & Roof)
Tank shell
First Coat Inorganic Zinc Silicate 40-50 microns DFT

Second Coat Inorganic Zinc Silicate 40-50 microns DFT
Third Coat Alkyd Enamel 20-25 microns DFT
Fourth Coat Alkyd Enamel 20-25 microns DFT
120 microns minimum
Total Thickness
150 microns maximum

Tank Roof Surfaces
First Coat Coal Tar Epoxy (Black) 65-75 Microns

Second Coat Coal Tar Epoxy (Brown) 65-75 Microns
Third Coat Hi-Build Epoxy Finish 45-55 Microns
Fourth Coat Hi-Build Epoxy Finish 45-55 Microns
220 microns minimum
Total Thickness
260 microns maximum
Tank Appurtenances
For all appurtenances such as nozzles, manholes, staircase, handrail etc., the
system given below shall be followed:
First Coat Inorganic Zinc Silicate 40-50 microns DFT

Second Coat Inorganic Zinc Silicate 40-50 microns DFT
Third Coat Alkyd Enamel 20-25 microns DFT
Fourth Coat Alkyd Enamel 20-25 microns DFT
120 microns minimum
Total Thickness
150 microns maximum
Tank Internal Surface
Topside of the bottom plates, and lower 2 meter of shell plate, and equal height of
the internal piping/structure columns shall be painted as under:
First Coat Epoxy Zinc Phosphate Primer 75-80 microns DFT

Second Coat High Build Epoxy White 125-130 microns DFT
Third Coat High Build Epoxy White 125-130 microns DFT
325 microns minimum
Total Thickness
340 microns maximum
Underside of The Tank Bottom Plates
First Coat Coaltar Epoxy 75-80 microns DFT

Second Coat Coaltar Epoxy 75-80 microns DFT
Third Coat Coaltar Epoxy 75-80 microns DFT
Total Thickness 225-240 microns

7.2 Piping & Steel Structure
Primer Coat Inorganic Zinc Silicate 1 Coat 40-50 microns DFT

Intermediate Coat Micaceous Iron Oxide (MIO) 1 Coat 125-130 microns DFT
Finish Coat Polly Urethane Enamel 1 Coat 40-50 microns DFT
Total Thickness 225-230 microns
7.3 Un-insulated Equipment
(Heat Exchangers, Air Fin Coolers, Vessels, Furnace etc. Including external
attachment) (up to 90°C)
Double build Alkyd Zinc

Primer Coat
Phosphate Primer. 1 Coat 40-50 microns DFT
Double build Alkyd Zinc
Intermediate Coat
Phosphate Primer. 1 Coat 40-50 microns DFT
Intermediate Coat Synthetic alkyd enamel. 1 Coat 25-30 microns DFT
Finish Coat Synthetic alkyd enamel. 1 Coat 25-30 microns DFT
Total Thickness 130 microns minimum
7.4 Insulated Equipment
(Heat Exchangers, Air Fin Coolers, Vessels, Furnace etc. Including external
attachment) (up to 91°C to 400°C)
Inorganic Zinc Silicate

Primer Coat 1 Coat 50-55 microns DFT
Primer
Heat Resisting Paint
Intermediate Coat 1 Coat 25 microns DFT
(Silicone Resin)
Heat Resisting Paint
Finish Coat 1 Coat 25 microns DFT
(Silicone Resin)
7.5 Low temperature equipment & Piping
(Piping, vessels and equipments) (Cryogenic services)
First Coat Inert Multipolymeric Matrix 1 Coat 100 microns DFT

Second Coat Inert Multipolymeric Matrix 1 Coat 100 microns DFT

7.6 Cabinets and Instrument Panels
For carbon steel surfaces of cabinets and control panels for instrument and
electrical equipment etc.
7.6.1 Exterior surfaces of cabinets, panels, etc….
Prime Coat Wash Intermediate & Finish Coats

Type
Primer Aliphatic Polyurethane
Number of coats 1 2
DFT, microns/coat 15 25
7.6.2 Interior Surface of cabinets, panels, etc. same as exterior surfaces, but with
only one finish coat.
7.7 Hot-dipped Galvanized Structures
7.7.1 Structural steel galvanized coating shall be per ASTM specification A-

123, except coating weight in grammes per square meter shall not average
less than 700 grammes (92.3 ounces per square foot), individual specimen
shall show less than 615 grammes (2.0 ounces).
7.7.2 Pipe galvanized coating shall be per ASTM A.120 or as specified above
for structural steel.
7.7.3 All cuttings, shaping and welding shall be done before galvanizing.
7.7.4 Any areas damaged in handling shall be cleaned and coated with
galvoweld or equivalent product.
7.7.5 Galvanized component surfaces shall be degreased and sand sweeped to

remove surface film and provide an anchor pattern for paint before
applying coating.
Material to be galvanized shall be cleaned of dirt oil and other

contaminants that could interface with adherence of galvanized.
7.7.6 Dry film thickness of the galvanized surface shall be as follows:
Type Prime Coat Finish Coats

Number of coats 1 1
DFT, microns/coat 50 50

7.8 Non Ferrous Structures
Material to
Prime Coat Finish Coats
be painted
Cement, concrete and – Oil paints – Same as priming.
masonry. or
(See Note 1) – Stryreos butadiene copolymer One coat
paints
or
– Polyvinyl acetate emulsion paints.
or
– Resin emulsion paints.
or
– Chlorinated rubber paints
or
– Epoxy
or
– Urethane
One coat of the selected paint

Depending on the use of the coated
surface
Copper – Any good oil or alkyd paint. – Any paint compatible with
service, environment and
priming paint.
One coat One coat
Lead – Any good oil or alkyd paint. – Any paint compatible with
service, environment and
priming paint.
One coat One coat

Plaster – Primer sealer – Same paints used for priming
Or except that.
– Stryrene butadiene emulsion
paint
or Primer Sealer, if used as finishing
– Polyvinyl acetate emulsion paint coat, will consist of one coat with
or semi-gloss or gloss Oleoresinous
– Non-penetrating oil or alkyd finish paint.
paint.
One coat of the selected paint

depending on the needs to be met

Material to
Prime Coat Finish Coats
be painted
Wood – New wood – Latex Paints
(Exterior and interior) – Wood primer
or or
– Add up to 25 % of raw linseed
oil in commercial house paint. – Oil paints
– Previously painted
– Use finish paint as primer
Note:
1) As a guide for paints selection, the following shall be taken into consideration:
– Surface such as concrete, cement, masonry and plaster are alkaline. Good
results are achieved by using alkali resistant paints such as chlorinated rubber,
stryrene butadiene copolymer, polyvinyl acetate, acrylic emulsions, epoxies or
urethanes. The finish paint color shall comply with the color schedule
requirements.
8.0 LININGS
8.1 Alloy Linings
Alloy linings shall be one of the following types:
8.1.1 Integrally Clad
a) Hot rolled.
b) Explosion bonded.
Clad material shall conform to ASME SEC II A SA-263, ASME SEC II A

SA-264 or ASME SEC II A SA-265, whichever is applicable, based on the
material of lining and shall show minimum shear strength of 20,000 psi.
One shear test shall be made on each such clad plate, as rolled, and the
results shall be reported on the certified mill test report.
8.1.2 Alloy Weld Overlay
Even if the cladding material cannot be included in the pressure

calculations, it is always advisable to perform a shear strength test. Doing
this will help eventual vessel re-rating.

Connections, manways and inspection openings in alloy-lined portions of

vessels shall conform to one of the following methods of construction
(loose-sleeve liners are not permitted):
a) Connections of all sizes shall be fabricated from integrally clad plate or

protected with deposited alloy weld metal.
b) Solid, stabilized austenitic nozzles and other connections shall be

welded to ferritic base material in noncyclic service with COMPANY
approval.
c) Flanges of ferritic base material with alloy weld overlay shall be welded
to alloy nozzles with COMPANY approval.
9.0 COLOUR SCHEDULE AND MARKING
Requirement for colors and marking for piping systems as vessels, tanks, structural steel
and miscellaneous other items are described in this Section. Final colors scheme shall be
selected by the Company / Consultant prior to painting of the equipment/system.
9.1 Definitions
9.1.1 Piping System
Piping systems shall include pipes of any kinds and, in addition, fittings
valves and other miscellaneous devices involved in the piping field (not
buried).
9.1.2 Tanks and Vessels
Tanks and vessels shall include all liquid containers, pressurized or not,
vertical or horizontal, provided that they are not buried, and allowing
storage of the different fluids handled for operational and safety purpose.
9.1.3 Structural Steel
Structural steel works shall include all platforms, gangway, ladders, safety
cages, building structures, as well as skids, supports, etc. foreseen for
access and/or safety purposes and mechanical needs of the project.
It shall include all cranes, davits, overhead traveling cranes.

9.2 Method of Identification
9.2.1 Marking
Positive identification of the content of a piping systems or vessel tanks

shall be by lettered and numbered legend. Arrows shall be used to indicate
direction of flow. The identification of piping marking shall refer to the
line number shown in the P&ID.
The content of vessels and tanks shall be indicated. P&ID and the tank or
vessel identification number shall be painted at a prominently visible
location. Depending on the size of the tanks, two to four markings shall be
required, at equal distance on the circumference.
Marking shall be applied close to valves and adjacent to changes in

direction, branches and where the pipes pass through walls floors, and at
frequent intervals on straight pipe runs. Not less than (5) five meters.
9.2.2 Color Coding
Standardization shall be accomplished in all facilities as follows:
9.2.2.1 All process equipment and pipework apart from Fire Fighting
System shall be finished in either Light Grey (RAL 7035) or
White along its entire length as the decorative colour.
9.2.2.2 The fluid contents of all flow-lines shall be identified by tapes

which are appropriately colored; the nature of the pipe contents
shall be identified by means of a Three Band Colour Code
Identification Band System (CCIB). The outer bands, which will
be the same colour, are the Basic/Primary Identification Bands
(PIB) and the middle band is the Safety / Secondary
Identification Band (SIB).

a. The Basic/Primary Identification Band (PIB) Colour

determines the type of fluid, e.g. Oil, Gas, Chemical or
Water.
Basic/Primary Identification
Type of Fluid Band (PIB) Colour
Colour RAL Code
Water (Raw; Potable; Storm; Treated;
Green RAL 6037
Produced)
Steam Crimson Red RAL 3020
Firefighting Signal Red RAL 3010
Oils (Combustible Liquids) Dark Brown RAL 8002
Chemicals Orange RAL 2004
Gases (Gaseous or Liquefied) Yellow RAL 1026
Acids & Alkalis Purple RAL 4001
Air (Utility; Service, Instrument) Light Blue RAL 5012
Process Effluents (Drain; Vent; Flare) Black RAL 9005
b. A Safety / Secondary Identification Band (SIB) colour is

added to the middle of the PIB, to identify the fluid conveyed
more precisely. The SIB, used in conjunction with the PIB’s,
is designed to provide a unique combined Colour Code
identification Band (CCIB) for each fluid that is being
conveyed.
Safety / Secondary Identification

Hazard / Sign Band (SIB) Colour
Colour RAL Code
Safety Grass Green RAL 6010
Attention Golden Yellow RAL 1004
Danger Signal Red RAL 3001
Mandatory Blue RAL 5017
Alert Yellow RAL 1026
Electrical Service Orange RAL 2004
Traffic Lines White RAL 9010

9.2.3 Visibility
Attention shall be given to visibility with reference to pipe markings,

where the pipes are located above or under the normal line of vision, the
marking shall be placed above or under the pipe centerlines.
9.2.4 Type and Size of Markings
1) General
Maximum contrast shall be provided between color field and

markings for readability. The enclosed color schedule gives the
requirements for piping and equipment painting.
The stripes or bands foreseen for the marking of piping system

shall not interfere with the pipe marking.
2) Size of Letter and Numbers
Unless specifically indicted by the material particular specification,

the size of marking letters and numbers will be as follows:
Outside Diameter of Pipe or Size of Letters and

Equipment Numbers
¾" to 1¼" (19 to 32mm) 15mm
1½" to 2" (38 to 61mm) 20mm
3" to 6" (90 to 170mm) 35mm
8" to 10" (22 to 275mm) 65mm
12" to 16" (320 to 410mm) 90mm
18" to 24" (455 to 610mm) 100mm
Over 24" (over 610mm) 150mm for piping
200mm for equipment

10.0 LABOUR AND SAFETY
10.1 Labor
All steps pertaining to painting works shall only be performed by skilled

personnel duly qualified to do so. The CONTRACTOR/SUPPLIER shall have its
own supervision personnel working in relation with the Company / Consultant
quality personnel.
10.2 Protection of Works
10.2.1 Works Under Progress
All necessary protection steps shall be taken to protect works under

progress from dust and a sufficient supply of clean drop clothes shall be
maintained. The CONTRACTOR/SUPPLIER shall lay such drop clothes
in all areas where the painting works under progress are to be protected.
10.2.2 Other Works
The CONTRACTOR/SUPPLIER shall lay drop clothes in all areas where

painting is being done, to protect floors, machinery and equipment as well
as other work, from damage during the prosecution of painting works.
As a general rule, spilled paint should be cleaned up immediately.
10.3 Safety at Work
10.3.1 Personnel Safety
CONTRACTOR/SUPPLIER shall take all necessary safety measures for

the personnel, equipment and material.
For personnel safety special personal safety equipment shall be provided to

the workers during the works. This will include but not limited to:
 Splash-proof goggles to be worn during chipping, wire brushing,

sandblasting, spraying etc.

 Rubber gloves to be worn when using paint removers, acid treatment,

cleaning compounds, etc.
 Safety belts when working inside tanks, on high equipment such as

bridges, structural steel works, water towers, etc.
 Air line mask when sandblasting, spraying toxic products, etc.
 The CONTRACTOR/SUPPLIER shall provide required safety gears to

Company / Consultant personnel during the inspection of work.
10.3.2 Safety Equipment
a) Ladders
All extension and straight ladders should be equipped with safety

shoes.
All ladders shall be inspected once a month and the defectuous units
shall be removed from the Site.
No metal ladders are allowed to be used where electric cables or

sources are installed.
It is remind that neither piping nor equipment is to be used to support

painters, ladders or scaffolding.
b) Swinging Stages and Scaffoldings
Swinging stages and scaffoldings shall always have a backrail. They

shall be tested with twice the load they will be expected to bear in
service.
Provision shall be included in the back of the backrail for providing

suitable support for all hand tools that may be used. All tools shall be
kept in this support when not in use.

10.3.3 General Precautions
Other requirements:
 When working around pulleys, gears, drive shafts, other moving parts,
or inside tanks, fuses should be pulled or drive belts removed. Then
working in any vessels, all lines coming to or leading from the vessel
should be blanked or plugged.
 Overhead danger signs should be used when working near walkways,

over doorways, platforms or roadways.
 Do not use paints containing a volatile solvent in enclosed areas where

welders are at work.
 Use chemical type respirators when doing any spray painting except
when in front of proper spray booth.
 Face shields should be worn when using power cleaning tools and
chipping hammers.
 Manila or hemp ropes are not be used for scaffolds more than 7 meters
away from the center of road tracks.
 Wear rubber gloves when using spark tester for locating breaks or
pores in coatings.
 Do not seal paint cans of ready-to-mix paints after they have been
mixed. The materials are not stable when mixed. For temporary
storage punch a hole in the lid.
 No lead base paint or primer should be used.

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SPECIFICATION FOR
EXPORT PACKING AND CRATING

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 INTRODUCTION 3
2.0 DEFINITIONS 3
3.0 PRIORITY ORDER 3
4.0 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 3
5.0 CONTAINER STUFFING 5
6.0 COMMERCIAL EXPORT PACKING SPECIFICATIONS 5
7.0 EXPORT PREPARATION 6
8.0 EXPORT PACKING METHODS 6
9.0 PACKING MATERIAL/PRACTICES 8
10.0 TYPES OF PACKING 9
11.0 MARKING AND DOCUMENTATION 10
12.0 REPORTING 11

1.0 INTRODUCTION
This standard specification defines the minimum requirements for packing of equipment
items in preparation for shipment to the Project Site.
2.0 DEFINITIONS

Packager / Supplier : Entity with whom the Company will execute a contract for
supply of equipment / material as per this document.
3.0 PRIORITY ORDER
Priority order of documents controlling the Work performed shall be as follows:
3.1 Local laws and regulations.
3.2 Project specific engineering specifications as issued by COMPANY.
3.3 Industry Codes and Standards (API, ASME, etc.).
3.4 SUPPLIER’s bid response documents.
3.5 In the event of any conflict between this specification and the requirements of
other COMPANY specifications or industry standards and codes, the more
stringent requirements shall apply with the written approval of COMPANY.
4.0 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
4.1 Transportation shall also address packing requirements for single components,
partial fabrications and completed items and be suitable for transportation whether
by rail, road, plane or ship.
4.2 Where applicable instruments shall be suitably tagged, packaged and crated.

4.3 Package should be enclosed in cellophane and sealed against ingress of air.
4.4 Title and address of the consignee should be printed /marked on at least three side
of the crate.
4.5 SUPPLIER shall be responsible to provide the commissioning spares parts in

separate crate.
4.6 All Work shall be subject to inspection by the CONSULTANT / COMPANY at

any time. The SUPPLIER shall immediately make any items available for
inspection at the request of the CONSULTANT / COMPANY. The inspection or
lack of inspection of the work by the COMPANY does not relieve the SUPPLIER
from the responsibility of performing the Work in accordance with this
specification and shall make any repairs at his cost.
4.7 Work shall not be released for shipment from SUPPLIER’s company ship until it
has been inspected and approved by the CONSULTANT / COMPANY, or such
inspection and approval has been waived in writing from the COMPANY.
4.8 SUPPLIER shall be responsible for load out, packaging, bracing and securing for
transportation for the work. SUPPLIER shall provide COMPANY design,
specifications, procedures and/or drawings on SUPPLIER’s plan for load out
method, transportation securing and bracing, packaging and field installation for
COMPANY’s approval 30 days before load out.
4.9 Where applicable equipment is concerned the following shall apply:
a) All lifting devices necessary to lift and transport equipment and/or materials
shall be fully identified, listed with the specific lift points and for large
package items detailed prior to any handling operations. Spreader bar design
calculation should be submitted to the CONSULTANT / COMPANY for
review. Sling & shackles with adequate capacity and spreader bar should be
provided along with shipped items by the SUPPLIER.
b) All equipment should be empty and dry from test fluid.
c) All items subject to mechanical damage or corrosion shall be properly

packed and protected from damage during shipment.
d) Exposed machined and threaded surfaces shall be coated with easily

removable rust preventive.

e) Blank off all the nozzles with plastic caps.
f) Rounded shell should be supported with on wooden saddles with adequate

numbers.
g) Exchangers shipped over the ocean shall be purged with nitrogen (N2) prior
to closing for shipment and provided make-up with a N2 bottle. Exchanger
shipped over land shall have a suitable desiccant, such as silica gel placed
inside the nozzle.
5.0 CONTAINER STUFFING
5.1 Weight should be evenly distributed throughout the container.
5.2 Packages must not be placed on the top of other packages without adequate sub-
flooring and bracing.
5.3 All packages must be blocked and braced to prevent lateral, horizontal and
vertical movement of the packages.
5.4 All bulk heading, blocking, bracing and tie-down must conform to applicable
railroad specifications for material shipped.
5.5 All containers must be sealed with rail type seal numbers recorded for future
reference.
5.6 Locks are to be provided upon COMPANY's request.
6.0 COMMERCIAL EXPORT PACKING SPECIFICATIONS
6.1 This specification covers the minimum requirements for SUPPLIER with regard
to preparing equipment, materials and spare parts for shipment in wooden boxes
overseas.
6.1.1 Equipment and materials will be protected to withstand extended periods

of storage at the jobsite.
6.1.2 System specified herein contains the minimum requirements. If the

SUPPLIER’s standard procedures for export packing will provide equal or
better protection than specified herein, this information should be brought
to the attention of the CONSULTANT / COMPANY for review and
authorization.

6.2 These requirements are minimum and are designed to protect the equipment and
materials from the normal hazards associated with inland transportation, port
handling, ocean shipping and worksite storage. If certain aspects of
aforementioned activities are not addressed explicitly in this Specification then
generally accepted handling and shipping practices shall be used by SUPPLIER.
SUPPLIER is required to obtain written approval from CONSULTANT /
COMPANY prior to apply any such practice or procedure.
7.0 EXPORT PREPARATION
7.1 All COMPANY’s cargo shall be stored in a designated area and not intermingled
with other cargoes to the extent possible.
7.2 All wooden boxes, crates and skids shall be suitable for 4-way mechanical
handling by forklifts or cranes. All heavy cardboard boxes should be banded to a
pallet. All hood boxes shall clearly indicate the "Center of Gravity" and, where
applicable, be marked "For Crane Lift Only" in English.
7.3 SUPPLIER shall ensure that every equipment or part of equipment is delivered to
COMPANY according to the correct specifications.
8.0 EXPORT PACKING METHODS
8.1 Methods
It is important that all material arrive at its destination in undamaged condition.

The intent of this Specification is to serve as a minimum requirement for
"commercial packaging for export", but compliance does not relieve SUPPLIER
from responsibility for adequately packing materials, supplies and equipment.
The following methods apply to designated materials and materials not suited for
container shipments. The choice of methods to be used will be selected by mutual
agreement between SUPPLIER and the CONSULTANT / COMPANY.
8.1.1 Method I
Preservative coating with grease proof wrap. Method I requires the use
and application of preservative compounds. The coated part or item shall
be enclosed in a greaseproof bag or wrap of greaseproof barrier material
that shall be loosely applied around the coated part of item and shall be
secured by taping, tying or other suitable means. Projections, sharp edges
or other features of the part or item, which may damage the barrier shall
be cushioned. The type of barrier material and cushioning used shall be
commensurate with the size, weight and irregularities of the preserved part
or item.

8.1.2 Method II
Water proof – Vapor proof Barrier with Shell VPI–260. Items preserved,
wrapped and cushioned shall be enclosed in a sealed bag. Shell VPI-260
(or equivalent when approved in writing by COMPANY) shall be in small
porous bags positioned in the package at location such that the metal
surfaces to be protected are within 300mm of the bags. Bags shall be
secured by tying, by storage in specially provided baskets, by taping or
otherwise secured so as to prevent movement, rupture of the bags or
barrier and damage of the parts. Shell VPI-260 shall be in porous bags of
standard sizes. Cushioning shall eliminate projections, sharp edges or
other features of the item(s) that may damage the water-vapor proof
barrier. A sufficient vacuum shall be drawn to cause the flexible bag to
cling snugly to the enclosed item. Care shall be exercised to ensure that
an excessive amount of vacuum is not drawn which might cause puncture
or rupture to the flexible barrier or the equipment itself.
8.1.3 Method III
Packaging for Mechanical and Physical Protection Method III is intended

only for items not susceptible to damage or deterioration from corrosion.
Un-preserved items shall be bundled; secured by tying, taping or
strapping, skin packaged or enclosed with wrapping, bags, cartons, boxes
or other containers, as applicable to the extent necessary to provide
protection from hazards of contamination and physical damage
encountered in handling, storage and issue. When bags, wrap or other
flexible barriers are used, cushioning shall be applied as required to
protect the enclosing media. Items packaged in rigid containers shall be
supported as necessary to prevent free movement. The methods of
preservation - packaging, cushioning, blocking, bracing or bolting shall be
applied to provide controlled movement within rigid containers to prevent
rupture of flexible barriers and physical damage of contents due to
transmission shock and vibration. Items such as machines and assemblies
having bolt holes in parts of the item which are sturdy enough to resist
breakage when roughly handled shall be bolted to one face of the
container or to a base which can be secured by use of lock nuts or cotter
pins, or by upsetting bolt threads by pricking bolt threads in four places.

9.0 PACKING MATERIAL/PRACTICES
9.1 For wooden boxes lumber shall be sound and well seasoned, knots are permitted
provided they are sound and tight and do not exceed one-third of the board width.
9.2 For heavy cardboard, double wall, and waxed boxes, 227 kg (500 lb) test boxes
are to be used.
9.3 Plywood shall be construction and industrial grade and fabricated with exterior
glue. It shall give equal strength in both directions of length and width and shall
withstand full weather and water exposure.
9.4 Nails shall be cement-coated.
9.5 Metal strapping shall be un-annealed steel and applied to all packages with a
stretching tool and secured with crimped steel seals. For heavy cardboard boxes
nylon strapping securing the box to a pallet shall be crimped with steel seals.
9.6 In all wooden boxes constructed with lumber or plywood the top shall be lined
with waterproof paper where necessary.
9.7 When consolidating material in a box or crate, items shall be packaged or nested
reducing volume as much as possible. All items shall be braced and/or cushioned
as necessary within the container to prevent damage from shifting.
9.8 Small items and spare parts not secured to main item shall be separately boxed
and properly identified as to its main item number.
9.9 It is necessary that all shipping containers be tightly packed. Where voids appear,
they will be filled with cushioning material or securely blocked off to prevent any
movement of contents.
9.10 Machinery and large equipment shall be skidded, and shall be bolted and strapped
to the skids. As required, items shall be cradled within crates for stability
purposes. Specific packing instruction, as mutually agreed between COMPANY
and SUPPLIER, will be included in the purchase order for crating or boxing of
large equipment, if required.

9.11 Heavy items shall be securely blocked and braced to prevent damage to lighter
materials packed in the same box. Heavy items, where possible, shall be packed
on the bottom with light items on the top.
9.12 Outer packages shall be packed in such a manner to insure an even distribution of
weight within the case. All other packages will bear warning signs on the outside
denoting the center of balance and sling marks. Top heavy containers will be so
marked as "top heavy" or "heavy end". Outer packaging shall be constructed in a
manner that will provide protection from pilferage.
10.0 TYPES OF PACKING
10.1 Palletizing
Items which are not crated or boxed and are impervious to damage from moisture,
seawater, handling and external damage, which can be conveniently secured to a
pallet to facilitate handling, shall be palletized.
10.2 Bundling and skidding
All items shall be segregated to length and size and bundled or skidded into units
not to exceed 1814 kg (4000 lbs) or 12 m (40 feet) in length unless previously
approved by purchaser. Apply steel strap with a stretching tool and secure with
crimped steel seals spaced up to 1-meter apart (40").
10.3 Boxes and Crates
10.3.1 The construction and reinforcing of a wooden box depends upon the
weight of the box and its contents. The following are minimum
requirements for various boxes.
45 – 1814 kg (100 - 4000 lbs.)
Box shall be made of a minimum of 25.4 mm (1-inch) nominal lumber

board, 9.5 mm (3/8") plywood sheathing, completely cleated ends. All
boxes over 22 kg shall be skidded. All seams shall be backed with an
upright or brace.

1814 kg (4000 lbs) and up
Box shall be constructed with a 102 mm (4") by 102 mm (4") nominal

skid base. 51 mm (2") nominal floor, 25.4 mm lumber or 13 mm (1/2")
plywood sheathing, with cleated ends. Top and sides shall be braced, with
corner post, bracing and stiffening members of 51 mm (2") by 102 mm
(4") nominal lumber. Load bearing members shall be placed as needed.
Top and upper edge members of large or heavy boxes shall be reinforced
with 102 mm (4") by 102 mm (4") or 102 mm (4") by 152 mm (6")
nominal spreaders to prevent crushing of boxes when lifting-slings are
used.
All wooden boxes to be fork lift able - 4 ways.
Cardboard boxes to be of double wall waxed construction, 227 kg (500 lb)

test and 1118 mm (44") x 1118 mm (44") x 1118 mm (44") OD with
pallet. Intended to double stack and fit side by side in a standard 6.1 (20')
or 12.2 m (40') shipping container
10.4 Strapping
All wooden boxes must be strapped with a minimum of 2 steel bands running
parallel to skids. 19mm (3/4") nominal banding may be used on boxes less than
180 kg. For boxes or crates over 2722 kg (6000 lbs) 32 mm (11/4") or 51 mm
(2") nominal banding must be used.
11.0 MARKING AND DOCUMENTATION
11.1 All material must be packed within 4 working days after receipt, if automatic pack
Purchase Orders, or within 2 working days after release by COMPANY if
inspection is required.
11.2 Specific instructions for shipping markings and documentation procedures will be
in the order. Color coding of all packages and/or pieces will be required. All
packing/documentation shall be segregated according to COMPANY’s Job No.
11.3 All markings and tags on wooden boxed equipment, packages, and crates shall be
paint-stenciled (not marking pens) and capable of remaining legible after
extended periods of storage in bright sunlight and atmospheric conditions
encountered enroute to storage at the destination.

All markings and tags on heavy cardboard boxes may be written on "peel and
stick" labels with indelible marking pens, provided writing is neat and legible.
11.4 Combined Commercial Invoice/Packing Lists must be issued for each shipment
indicating all material orders export packed per package, with copy attached to
package detailing contents of that package prior to delivery to dock. If pricing is
in question, Packing List only may be attached to package prior to dock delivery.
11.5 Final Combined Commercial Invoice/Packing List covering all shipments for a
particular vessel must be completed and delivered to COMPANY within 48 hours
of last dock delivery. Transfer should take place electronically.
12.0 REPORTING
12.1 SUPPLIER will provide COMPANY with the following reports within the time
intervals and at the frequencies shown:
12.1.1 Cargo "On Hold" Report (Detailing all cargo "On Hold" pending
resolution of problems). Nature of problem to be outlined on Report (e.g.,
missing Purchase Order No., overages, shortages, damaged materials,
incorrect part numbers, etc). Report shall be issued every Monday
morning and transmitted to COMPANY electronically.
12.1.2 "Packed Out" Report (Detailing all tonnage packed and ready for
shipment). Report shall include SUPPLIER's estimate of 12.2 m (40 ft.)
Standard Containers needed to move cargo. Report to be issued weekly
and transmitted to COMPANY.

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SPECIFICATION FOR
DESIGN, FABRICATION & TESTING OF
VII SOLUBILIZER VESSEL

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 SCOPE OF SUPPLY 3
2.0 DEFINITIONS 3
3.0 REFERENCE CODES & STANDARDS (LATEST EDITIONS) 3
4.0 DESIGN REQUIREMENTS 4
4.0 MECHANICAL REQUIREMENTS 5
5.0 MATERIALS 7
6.0 FABRICATION 8
7.0 INSPECTION, TESTING AND CERTIFICATION 10
8.0 PAINTING AND PREPARATION FOR SHIPMENT 12
9.0 DRAWINGS AND DATA REQUIRED 13
10.0 FINAL DOCUMENTATION 14
11.0 GUARANTEE & WARRANTY 15

1.0 SCOPE OF SUPPLY
1.1 General
This specification sets forth the minimum acceptable standards governing the
design, fabrication, material requirements, inspection, testing, identification and
preparation for shipping of unfired pressure vessels.
1.2 Material, Workmanship and Suitability
All materials and parts included in the construction of the specified vessel shall be
new, unused and of the highest grade being free from all defects or imperfections
likely to affect their performance.
2.0 DEFINITIONS
 Owner : MAL Pakistan Limited, Owner of Lubricant Oil

Blending Plant.
 Consultant : Party which carries out all or part of the design,

 Contractor / Supplier : The organization engaged by Owner to supply /

manufacture / fabricate the equipment described in this
document.
3.0 REFERENCE CODES & STANDARDS (LATEST EDITIONS)
a) ASME Codes
Section VIII Division I & Division II (Pressure Vessels)
Section IX Welding Qualifications
Section V Non-destructive Examination
Section II Materials
Section II, (Part C) Welding Rods, Electrodes and Filler Materials

b) ANSI Standards (Latest Editions)
B16.5 Steel Pipe Flanges
B.16.20 Metallic Gasket for pipe Flanges
B16.9 Factory Made Wrought Steel Butt-Welding Fittings
B36.10 Wrought Steel Pipes
B36.19 Stainless Steel Pipes
A58.1 Building Code Requirement for Minimum Design Loads

in Building and Other Structures.
MSS SP-44 or Steel pipe line flanges for Dia > 24"
ANSI B16.47
c) Steel Structures Painting Council Specification for Surface Preparation and

Painting System
4.0 DESIGN REQUIREMENTS
3.1 Design Conditions
The design pressure and temperature are as stated on the General Arrangement /
Detailed Drawings (310-2-MPV-001 - 008).
3.2 Design Loadings
The Vessel indicated in the General Arrangement Drawing / Detailed Drawings

shall be supported on Steel Structure.
The vessel components, their supports and anchorages, shall be designed to

withstand the results of the following combinations of loads and forces:
 Erection Condition (The empty weight plus the weight of any internals
present during erection)
 Initial Site Test Condition (The empty weight plus weight of water to fill the
vessel).
 Transportation / Dynamic Loading Condition.
 Periodic Site Test Condition.

3.3 Design Stress
Allowable Stress
Shall be the minimum stresses permitted by the design code.
The allowable general membrane stress shall be the maximum of 90 percent of

the minimum specified yield or proof stress of the material of construction.
4.0 MECHANICAL REQUIREMENTS
4.1 Minimum Thickness
After forming, the minimum thickness of shell and head shall be 7 mm.
Minimum wall thicknesses of carbon steel and nozzle necks, including corrosion
allowance, shall be the greater of the code requirement or the following:
½” through 2" - SCH. 80.

3” through 12” – SCH. 40.
14" through 24" - STD. Wall Thickness.
4.2 Heads
Vessel head (top-side) shall be one-piece elliptical (ratio 2:1) unless otherwise
specified.
Vessel head (bottom-side) shall be conical, shall be made with one piece as per
the plate dimensions specified development drawings (310-2-MPV-001 - 008).
However, regarding internal cladding of elliptical and conical heads,

manufacturer / fabricator have a choice of selecting a cladding plate of different
dimensions, provided; the minimum pieces shall not be greater than eight (08).
Head shall have straight flange of not less than 40mm or two times the thickness,
whichever is greater.
Heads produced from more than one plate shall have the welds 100% radio-
graphed after forming.

4.3 Manholes, Nozzles and Hand Holes Nozzles
Manholes, hand-holes, and nozzle shall be provided as specified in the General

Arrangement / Detailed Drawings.
Manholes shall be as specified, and shall to be completed with blind flanges,

bolting, gaskets and davits or hinges.
Full penetration welds shall be used for all body flange, nozzle and manhole
attachments; other attachment weld details are not acceptable without specific
approval of Owner / Consultant.
All flanges for external nozzles and manholes shall be in accordance with ANSI
B16.5 and shall be raised face unless otherwise shown on the General
Arrangement / Detailed Drawings.
Raised face flanges for use with 1/8" THK. Flexible graphite W/ 304 or 316 SS
corrugated insert shall be as per ASME B16.20.
All nozzles shall be flush with inside of vessel wall unless otherwise indicated on
vessel detailed drawings.
All bolt holes in manholes, hand-holes and nozzles and anchor bolts on supports
shall straddle the normal vessel centerline unless otherwise specified.
4.4 Reinforcement
Reinforcement of nozzles and manholes shall be designed to provide 100%

compensation for the as built thickness of the shell/head, in accordance with the
specified design code.
Reinforcing pads, when applied shall have a minimum width of 2" or three times
the pad thickness, whichever is greater. Reinforcing pads shall be made in one
piece if possible.

5.0 MATERIALS
5.1 General Specification
Materials of construction for pressure parts shall be in accordance with General

Arrangement / Detailed Drawings of VII Solubilizer Vessel (310-2-MPV-001 -
008).
5.2 Bolting
Bolts and nuts shall be furnished by the Contractor / Supplier for all cover plates;
manholes, blind flanges and bolted attachments supplied with vessel. Bolts and
nuts shall be new.
5.3 Flanges
Flange material shall be of ASTM A105 as per ASME B16.5.
5.4 Gaskets
Gaskets shall be furnished by the Contractor / Supplier for all bolted attachments
i.e. cover-plates, manways, and blind flanges supplied with vessels. Unless
otherwise specified, gaskets shall be in accordance with ANSI B16.20.
5.5 Cladding
VII Solubilizer Vessel shall be internally cladded with SS304L plates (3mm thk.)
as specified in the General Arrangement / Detailed Drawings (310-2-MPV-001 -
008).
However, to avoid welding on welding of carbon steel plates with SS304L

cladding plates at Shell-to-Cone Junction, Contractor / Supplier shall confirm &
ensure that cladding of vessel shall be performed in accordance with requirements
/ fabrication details specified in the detailed fabrication drawings (310-2-MPV-
002).
After completion of cladding works, Contractor / Supplier shall ensure that the
internal cladding shall be polished to mirror-like surface finish.

5.6 Insulation
Material of Insulation for VII Solubilizer Vessel shall be Mineral Wool Slab,
having a density of 80 kg/m3, with the following required thicknesses as
minimum:
 Shell & Conical Head: 100mm THK.

 Elliptical Head: 50mm THK.
Contractor / Supplier shall supply & install insulation on VII Solubilizer Vessel in
accordance with the requirements specified in the General Arrangement / Detailed
Drawings (310-2-MPV-001 to 008).
6.0 FABRICATION
6.1 Start of Fabrication
No manufacturing shall begin until Contractor / Supplier has received

written approval of his detailed fabrication drawings from Owner / Consultant.
The Contractor / Supplier shall notify Owner / Consultant in reasonable time

before actual fabrication begins.
6.2 Forming
Shell plates shall not be formed until actual head dimensions are known.
Plates shall be formed in the same direction as the final roll given in manufacture.
6.3 Welding
All welding shall be in accordance with the code. The Contractor / Supplier shall
submit proposed weld procedures and weld details for the Owner's review and
approval of Owner / Consultant prior to commencing any production welding.
No welding shall be carried out when ambient temperature is below 14°F.
Contractor / Supplier shall establish a procedure for maintaining proper control of

welding consumables.

Low hydrogen electrodes shall be dried or baked at the temperature level and
times specified by the manufacturer, and shall be used within 8 hours when stored
in quivers. Electrodes stored in quivers, but not used within the specified times,
shall be restored in ovens.
No electrodes shall be left lying about the site, or in workshops. Electrodes so left
shall be scrapped.
Longitudinal and circumferential seams in shells and all seams in heads shall be
full penetration single or double butt welds of the 'V' type. Lap welds are not
permitted.
All weld procedure numbers shall be shown on drawings.
All fillet welds shall be continuous.
6.4 Weld Repairs
All repairs welding shall be in accordance with procedures previously approved

by Owner / Consultant.
The repaired weld shall be subjected, as a minimum requirement, to the same

testing and inspection as the original weld.
The cost of all repairs and subsequent inspection shall be the responsibility of the
Contractor / Supplier. Weld repairs shall take place before hydro testing and
care shall be taken to ensure that the wall thickness is not reduced below the
specified minimum design thickness.
Surface defects, and areas of weld resulting from the removal of temporary
attachments shall be ground smooth and the area subjected to 100% crack
detection.
6.5 Welding Procedure Qualification Record (WPQR)
Each weld procedure specification shall be covered by a suitable procedure

qualification tested in accordance with the requirements of ASME IX.

7.0 INSPECTION, TESTING AND CERTIFICATION
7.1 General
All non-destructive examination shall be carried out in accordance with the design
code as a minimum. All personnel involved in non-destructive testing shall be
qualified to a nationally recognized standard.
Inspection and testing shall be carried out at the Contractor / Supplier’s works and
shall be witnessed by Owner / Consultant.
The responsibility for inspection rests with the Contractor / Supplier. However,
Owner / Consultant reserve the right to inspect vessels at any time during
fabrication to ensure that materials and workmanship are in accordance with this
specification, and/or the approved drawings.
The Contractor / Supplier shall provide a projected shop schedule with

appropriate fabrication stages at the time drawings are submitted for approval, to
highlight the inspection activity schedule.
The approval of any work by Owner / Consultant and the release of a vessel for
shipment shall in no way relieve the Contractor / Supplier of any responsibility
for carrying out the provisions of this specification.
7.2 Radiographic Inspection
The extent of radiography shall be in accordance with the design code.
When 100% radiography is specified all welds, including flange butt welds
and nozzle to shell connecting welds, shall be fully radio-graphed. Where
radiography is considered to be impractical ultrasonic inspection may be
substituted with prior approval of the Owner / Consultant.
For vessels requiring radiography where heat treatment is required, the

radiography must be carried out after heat treatment. The Supplier may at his
discretion carry out radiography prior to heat treatment.
The appointed inspector of Owner / Consultant shall see all radiographs and shall
be advised of any defects found in any welds.

7.3 Magnetic Particle and Dye Penetrant Inspection
All magnetic particle and Dye Penetrant inspection shall be performed in

accordance with the design code.
As a minimum, the following applies at all nozzles, manways, and reinforcing

pads:
 Load bearing fillet welds shall be checked at root runs and finished welds by
magnetic particle or dye penetrant method.
 All full penetration attachment welds shall be magnetic particle inspected at

the back-chipped surface and on all finished weld surfaces.
7.4 Acceptance Criteria
The acceptance standard for Non-Destructive examination of welds shall be in

accordance with the design code.
7.5 Support and Reinforcing Pad Inspection
Welds of reinforcing pads shall be tested to 10 psig with dry air after fabrication
(but prior to the hydrostatic test of the vessel) using suitable materials for the
detection of leaks.
7.6 Hydrostatic Tests
Hydrostatic tests shall be carried out in the presence of Owner / Consultant

Representative. Hydrostatic testing shall be in accordance with the vessel design
code.
Fresh water only shall be used for testing. During testing the temperature of the
vessel and test water shall not be lower than 45°F nor more than 77°F.
Hydro test pressure shall be held for a minimum of 30 minutes, irrespective of

design code requirements.
7.7 Test Bolting
After the successful completion of the hydrostatic test, the bolting used during
testing shall be replaced. Service bolts, nuts and gaskets furnished by the
Supplier shall not be used for testing. The test bolts shall form part of the total
equipment supply.

7.8 Nameplate
7.8.1 General
Each complete vessel shall be provided with a type 304L stainless steel
nameplate securely attached to the vessel shell and located so that it is
clearly visible after installation. Nameplates shall be riveted to a
bracket welded onto the vessel.
7.8.2 Stamped Data
The information, as specified in Drawing No. 310-2-MPV-008, shall be

stamped on the nameplate.
7.9 Reports and Acceptance Certificates
With regard to witnessed test the Supplier shall prepare a report on the test and
the results, these shall be included in the “Manufacturer’s Data Books”. All Data
Books produced shall be completed and copies submitted to Owner / Consultant
Representative for review after the date of completion of the tests.
7.10 Certification Documents
The Supplier shall store in good order all material certificates, fully catalogued
and indexed NDT test records, mechanical test certificates, welding qualification
certificates, heat treatment certificates and hydrostatic test certificates for a
minimum of 5 years after acceptance of the complete and fully certified
vessel by Owner / Consultant.
8.0 PAINTING AND PREPARATION FOR SHIPMENT
8.1 Painting and Protective Coating
Painting, protective coatings and the procedures used for preparation of surfaces
shall be as specified in the Project Specification for Painting (310-2-SPM-007).
The entire exterior surfaces of the Solubilizer Vessel shall be coated with one coat
of Inorganic Zinc Silicate Primer of 50-55 Microns DFT and Two Coats of Heat
Resisting Paint (Silicone Resin) of 25 Microns each, giving a Total DFT of 100
Microns (minimum). Sand blasting shall be of NEAR WHITE METAL TYPE in
accordance with Sa 2.5 which defines this type as “thorough blast cleaning”.

Nozzles shall be painted to the flange edges, inside bolt holes, and up to
the gasket surface.
The Contractor / Supplier shall stencil in a prominent position in 50mm high

characters the dry lifting weight of the vessel.
8.2 Preparation for Shipment
After the final hydrostatic test, the vessel shall be dried and cleaned thoroughly of
all grease, loose scale, rust flux and weld spatter, both internally and externally.
All machined surfaces and threaded connections shall be protected by coating

with rust preventative.
Flanged openings shall be protected with steel plate covers attached by

proper bolting or strapping and sealed with a plastic compound.
Screwed connections shall be protected with threaded forged steel plugs.
The Supplier shall be responsible for loading and anchoring vessels to prevent any
damage during shipment.
Supplier shall state in the proposal his recommendations for long term storage
(up to 12 months) for both indoor and open air storage in an exposed
environment.
9.0 DRAWINGS AND DATA REQUIRED
Supplier information shall be supplied in accordance with company’s procurement

documentation and shall include, as a minimum, the following:
 General arrangement and cross-sectional drawings complete with parts list, materials
and equipment, description.
 Materials and thickness of principal parts not covered by the general arrangement /
detailed drawings and itemized weights.
 Itemized list of Vendor's deviations from Project Specifications.
 Proposed test procedure and erection details.

10.0 FINAL DOCUMENTATION
10.1 A fabrication dossier shall be compiled concurrently with fabrication such that a
full record of the fabrication, materials, inspection and testing is available.
10.2 All items in the dossier shall be numbered and bound in an A4 binder;
contents shall include but not be limited to the following (as applicable):
i. Front cover sheet detailing: Project Title
ii. P.O. No. Equipment Title Equipment Item No.
iii. Index.
iv. Purchase Release Note.
v. Purchase Order or extract thereof.
vi. A list of all applicable codes, standards and specifications.
vii. All drawings, 'as-built' - wherever legibility can be preserved reduced to A3

and folded, where legibility cannot be preserved drawings to be folded to
A4 size and inserted into pre-punched plastic sleeves.
viii. Approved weld procedures and NDT procedures.
ix. Summary of approved welders and NDT technicians’ qualifications.
x. All NDT / PWHT/Hydrostatic / Performance test reports.
xi. Photocopy of nameplate.
xii. Material chemical analysis and mechanical test certification.
xiii. Final signed quality plan.

11.0 GUARANTEE & WARRANTY
The warranty shall be for a period of 12 months from date of initial commissioning or for
a period of not less than 18 months from the date of shipment / dispatch, whichever is
earlier. The Contractor / Supplier shall warrant the equipment to be free of defects in
material and workmanship, and that it is of adequate size and capability to fulfill the
design and operating conditions specified herein. The Contractor / Supplier shall replace
and install, without cost to the Owner, any materials, supplies, or equipment, which fails
under design conditions due to defects in material or workmanship within the warranty
period. Acceptance of this order will signify acceptance of all conditions of this warranty.
The Contractor / Supplier shall guarantee that the VII Solubilizer Vessel provided meets
the requirements of the functional performance of this specification & general
arrangement (GA) / detailed drawings (310-2-MPV-001 to 008).
The Contractor / Supplier shall guarantee the mechanical and structural integrity,
workmanship and the materials of construction used in accordance with the requisition
and requirements of this specification and shall perform satisfactorily under the specified
operating conditions.

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MAL PAKISTAN LIMITED

SECTION-I : SPECIFICATIONS & DRAWINGS

LIST OF SPECIFICATIONS & DRAWINGS

1.1 SPECIFICATION FOR WELDING 310-2-SPM-002 0

1.2 SPECIFICATION FOR WELDING PROCEDURE QUALIFICATION 310-2-SPM-004 0

1.3 SPECIFICATION FOR WELDER QUALIFICATION 310-2-SPM-005 0

1.4 SPECIFICATION FOR PAINTING, LINING & SURFACE PREPARATION 310-2-SPM-007 0

1.5 SPECIFICATION FOR EXPORT PACKING AND CRATING 310-2-SPM-015 0

SPECIFICATION FOR DESIGN, FABRICATION & TESTING OF VII SOLUBILIZER

2.1 GENERAL ARRANGEMENT DRAWING FOR VII SOLUBILIZER (V-201) 310-2-MPV-001 0

2.2 SHELL PLATE, SHELL CLADDING & HEAD DETAILS 310-2-MPV-002 0

2.3 MANWAY & DAVIT ARM DETAILS 310-2-MPV-003 0

2.4 NOZZLES FABRICATION & WELDING DETAILS 310-2-MPV-004 0

BAFFLE PLATE, INTERNAL LADDER, SUPPORTING, TAILING & EARTHING LUGS

2.6 LIMPET COILS DETAILS 310-2-MPV-006 0

2.7 INSULATION SUPPORT DETAILS 310-2-MPV-007 0

2.8 NAME PLATE & BRACKET DETAILS 310-2-MPV-008 0

File: 310-2-Section-I (List of Specs & Dwgs) Page 1 of 1

MAL PAKISTAN LIMITED

INSTALLATION OF NEW VISCOSITY INDEX IMPROVER

0 19-12-2019 Issued for Bid MAS / AK MIAH SAA

Rev. Date Description Prepared By Checked By Approved By

S. NO. DESCRI PTION PAGE NO.

3.0 WELDING PROCEDURE AND WELDER

4.0 WELDING PROCESSES 9

6.0 JOINT PREPARATION, SPACING, AND ALIGNMENT 17

7.0 WELD CONTOUR AND FINISH 19

8.0 ALLOY LINING 19

9.0 THERMAL TREATMENT 21

10.0 INSPECTION AND EXAMINATION 26

11.0 REJECTION AND REPAIR 31

12.0 REPAIRS AND ALTERATIONS 32

13.0 WELD IDENTIFICATION 32

APPENDIX – A EXPLANATION OF ABBREVIATIONS 33

FILE: 310-2-SPM-002, Rev. 0 SHEET 2 OF 33

Following definitions apply throughout this document:

Owner / Company : M/s. Mobil Askary Limited (MAL) Pakistan

Consultant : Party which carries out all or part of the design,

Contractor / Supplier : Entity with whom the Company will execute a

1.3.1 Review and comment by the CONSULTANT / COMPANY of any

1.3.2 Any errors or omissions noted by the CONTRACTOR/SUPPLIER in this

FILE: 310-2-SPM-002, Rev. 0 SHEET 3 OF 33

All deviations to this specification, other specifications or attachments shall be

1.5 Conflicting Requirements

In the event of conflict, inconsistency or ambiguity between the contract scope of

2.1 ASME - American Society of Mechanical Engineers

 ASME B31.3 Process Piping

2.2 AWS - American Welding Society

FILE: 310-2-SPM-002, Rev. 0 SHEET 4 OF 33

3.0 WELDING PROCEDURE AND WELDER QUALIFICATIONS

3.1 Welding Procedures

3.1.1 Welding procedures shall be in writing and shall be qualified in

3.1.2 Complete welding procedures for all materials to be welded shall be

3.1.3 Complete welding procedures shall be submitted for approval sufficiently