STD-BSI BS EN L2007-2-ENGL 2000 MM Lb24bbT OANb4bS 769 A BRITISH STANDARD Gas supply systems — Pipelines for maximum operating pressure up to and including 16 bar — Part 2: Specific functional recommendations for polyethylene (MOP up to and including 10 bar) ‘The European Standard EN 12007-2:2000 has the status of a British Standard es 7520, 8914030 [NO COPYING WITHOUT RSI PERMISSION EXCEPT AS PERMITTED BY COPYRIGHT LAW SS BS EN anes | 12007-2:2000STD-BSI BS EN 22007-2-ENGL 2000 MM Lb24bb4 OO4b4bT bTS BS EN 12007-2:2000 SBN 0.680 32588 0 National foreword ‘This British Standard is the official English language version of EN 12007-2:2000, ‘The UK participation in its preparation was entrusted by Technical Committee GSE/33, Gas supply, to Subcommittee (SIAEV?, Gas supply — Distribution, which has the responsibility to — aid enquirers to understand the text; — present to the responsible European committee any enquiries on the ‘interpretation, or proposals for change, and keep the UK interests informed; — monitor related international and European developments and promulgate them in the UK Alist of organizations represented on this subcommittee can be obtained on request to its secretary. Cross-references ‘The British Standards which implement intemational or European publications referred to in this document may be found in the BSI Standards Catalogue under the section entitled “International Standards Comespondence Index”, or by using the “Find” facility of the BSI Standards Electronic Catalogue, ‘A British Standard does not purport to include all the necessary provisions of a contract. Users of British Standards are responsible for their correct application. Compliance with » British Standard does not of itself confer immunity from legal obligations. Summary of pages ‘This document comprises a front cover, an inside front cover, the EN title page, pages 2to 21 and a back cover. ‘The BSI copyright notice displayed in this document indicates when the document was last iscned, Amendments issued since publication AmdNo. [Date Comments Tue May O1 1220403 2007 prrght by the Brlish Standards InstitutionSTD-BSI BS EN L2007-2-ENGL 2000 MH 1b24Eb9 084b470 317 me EUROPEAN STANDARD EN 12007-2 NORME EUROPEENNE EUROPAISCHE NORM Jenuary 2000 103 23.40.20 English version Gas supply systems — Pipelines for maximum operating pressure up to and including 16 bar — Part 2: Specific functional recommendations for polyethylene (MOP up to and including 10 bar) Syste amertaon en gaz — Canatsatons pour Gasversorgungssystame — Rotretungen mit ene Preston maximale sence infraur ot egae 8 Crannalslsagen Bvibedick be emeciatich ‘Sbor= Part 2: Recommmencatensenctonnetos teber=-Tel 2 emnder intial Empteongen fr ssdcnque pure poyenyane (OF ieee ou 6g Folelen MOP bs enact 10 ban a 0ba") ‘This European Standard was approved by CEN on 9 Api 1999, (CEN members are bound to comply wih the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conltons fo giving thi Europana ‘Standard tho atatua of a national standard without any aeration. 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No, EN 12007-2:2000 © \wotlowide for CEN national Members. prright by the British Tue May O1 1220403 2007 andards InstitutionTue May O1 STD.BST BS EN L2OO7-2-ENGL 2000 MH 2bZ4EET O84b472 253 A Page 2 EN 12007-2:2000 Contents Foreword 1Scopo 2 Normative references 3 Definitions and abbreviations. 4 Design 4.4 General 4.2 Materials and components 4.3 Maximum operating pressure 4.4 Assembly techniques 4.5 Material propertias for low stopping by squeeze-off| 4.6 Pipework inside buildings 5 Construction 5.4 Storage, handling and transportation 5.2 gointing | 5.3 Laying 5.4 Connection to existing systems 6 Quality controt 6.1 Inspection prior to installation 6.2 Inspection during laying 7 Pressure testing ‘Annex A (INFORMATIVE) Storage, handling and transportation ‘Annex B (INFORMATIVE) Fusion joint integrity ‘Annex C (INFORMATIVE) Bibliography prrght bythe Brlish Standards institution 0403 2007 B Beane viwwonne o a & oF (© BS! 04-2000,STD-BST BS EN L2007-2-ENGL 2000 MM LL24_L9 OANLN72 1ST a Paye 3 EN 12007-2:2000, Foreword This European Standard has been prepared by Technical Committos CEN/TC 234 "Gas supply", the secretariat of which Is held by DIN. This European Standard shall be given the status ofa national standard, either by publication of an identical text or by endorsement, atthe latest by July 2000, and conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn at the latest by July 2000 ‘According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the following ‘countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom, “There is a complete suite of functional standards prepared by CENITC 234 "Gas Supply" to cover all parts of the gas supply system from the input of gas to the transport system up to the inlet connection of the gas appliances,whether for domestic, commercial or industrial purposes. {In preparing this standard a basic understanding of gas supply by the usar has been assumed. Gas supply systems are complex and the importance on safety of their construction and use has fed to the development of very detailed codes of practice and operating manuals in the member countries. These detailed statements embrace recognized standards of gas engineering and the specific requirements imposed by the legal structures of the member countries. © BS104-2000 prrigh bythe British Tue May O1 1330404 2007 andard InstitutionSTD-BSI BS EN 12007-2-ENGL 2000 MM 1b24bb7 084b473 O2b mm Page 4 EN 12007-2:2000 4 Scope This standard describes the specific functional recommendations for polyethylene (PE) pipelines in addition to the general functional recommendations of EN 12007-1 for: 2) @ maximum operating pressure (MOP) up to and including 10 bar, b) an operating temperature between -20°°C and +40 °C. This European Standard specifies common basic principles for gas supply systems. Users ofthis European Standard should be aware that more detailed national standards and/or codes of practice can exist in the ‘CEN member countries. ‘This European Standard is intended to be applied in association with these national standards andlor codes. of practice setting out the above mentioned basic principles. 2.Normative references This European Standard incorporates by dated or undated references, provisions from other publications. ‘These normative referenogs aro cited at the appropriate plaoos in the taxt and the publications ara listed hereafter. For dated references, subsequent amendments to of revisions of any of these publications apply to this European Standard only when Incorporated in t by amendment or revision. For undated references the latest edition of the publication referred to applies, PEN 1555-1 Plastics piping systems for gaseous fuels supply - Polyethylene (PE) - Part 1: General PEN 1555-2 Plastics piping systems for geseous fuels supply - Polyethylene (PE) - Part 2: Pipes PEN 1595-3 Plastics piping systems for gaseous fuels supply - Polyethylene (PE) - Part 3: Fittings PEN 1556-4 Plastics piping systems for gaseous fuels aupply - Polyethylene (PE) - Part 4: Valves PFEN 1555-5 Plastics piping systems for gaseous fuels supply - Polyethylene (PE) - Part 5: Fitness for purpose of the system EN 1207-1 Gas supply systems - Pipelines for maximum operating pressure up to and including 16 bar — Part 1: General functional recommendations EN 12327 Gas eupply eystome - Pressure testing, commissioning and decommissioning procedures — Functional requirements 180 12176-1 Plastics pipes and fitings - Equipment for fusion jointing polyethylene systems - Part 4: Butt fusion ISOMDIS 12176-2 Plastics pipes and fittings - Equipment for fusion jointing polyethylene systems — Part 2: Electrofusion © BS104.2000 prrght by the British Standards Institution ‘0404 2007STD-BSI BS EN 12007-2-ENGL 2000 MM 1L24LL9 O84bu74 The i Page 5 EN 12007-2:2000 3 Definitions and abbreviations For the purposes of this standard, the following definitions, symbols and abbreviations apply 3.1 nominal outside diameter (d,): The specified outside dlameter in mitimetres (mm). 3.2 nominal wall thicknoss (2,): Numerical designation of the wall thickness of a component, which is 2 ‘convenient round number, approximately equal to the manufacturing dimension in millimetres (mm). 3.3 standard dimension ratio (SDR): The number approximately equal to the quotient of the nominal ‘outside diameter and the nominal wall thickness. ‘3.4 design pressure (DP): The pressure on which design calculations are based. 3.5 maximum operating pressure (MOP): The maximum pressure at which a system can be operated Continuously under normal operating conditions, NOTE: Normal operating conditions are: no fault in any device or stream. 3.6 maximum incidental pressure (MIP): The maximum pressure which a system can experience during a ‘short time limited by the safety devices, 3.7 butt fusion joint: A method of jointing PE pipes and fittings where the two pipe ends are heated and brought together to be fused without the use of a separate fitting or filer material. 3.8 electrofusion joint: A method of jointing PE pipes, using fitings which have an integrated electric heating element. 3.9 squeeze-off: The act of squeezing a pipe to prevent the flow of gas. 3.10 minimum required strength (MRS): The value of the lower confidence limit rounded down to the next lower value of the R10 series when the lower confidence limit is below 10 MPa, or to the next iower value of the R20 series when the lower confidence limit is 10 MPa or greater. NOTE: R10 and R20 series are the Renard number series conforming to ISO 3 and ISO 497. 3.11 lower confidence limit (LCL): A quantity, expressed in mogapascals (MPa), which can be considered aS a material property, representing the 97,5 % lower confidence limit of the predicted long term hydrostatic strength for water at 20 °C for 50 years. 3.12 critical rapid crack propagation pressure (Prcr): The pressure level at which a rapid crack propagation (RCP) can occur in a PE pipeline, defined at a reference temperature. NOTE: Reference temperature is usually 0°C. 4 Design 4.1 Gonoral ‘The selection of materials, SDR series, dimensions and assembling techniques shall be the responsibilty of the pipeline operator. ‘There are 2 SDRs in common use: SDR 17.6 and SDR 11. Other SDRs are also used. EXAMPLE: Renovation, 42 Materials and components ‘The PE materials and components used shall comply with prEN 1555-1, prEN 1555-2, prEN 1555-3, PEN 1555-4 and preN 1555-5. © Bs! 04-2000 prrght by the Bish Tue May O1 1330404 2007 andards InstitutionTue May O1 STD-BST BS EN L2007-2-ENGL 2000 MM Gb24bb9 O84b475 979 A Pago 6 EN 12007-2:2000 Other components not covered by prEN 1555-1, prEN 1555-2, prEN 1555-9, prEN 1555-4 and prEN 1555-5, hall conform to the relevant European Standards or, in their absence, to national or other established standards and shall be fit for their purpose. 4.3 Maximum operating pressure The MOP should be selected on this basis of the gas supply system operating requirements provided that MOP does not exceed 10 bar and the following conditions are satisfied: 4) Verification of the overall service (design) coefficient: ‘The overall service (design) coefficient C shall be calculated using the equation as given below and. shall be greater than or equal to 2. This coefficient C takes into consideration service conditions as well as the properties and components of a pipeline. 20x MRS MOP x (SDR -1) x NOTE: Derating factor (D,) is a coefficient used in the calculation of MOP which takes into account the influence of operating temperature. Derating factors are tisted in prEN 1555-5. b) Verification of the RCP criterion The ratio of crtical RCP pressure to MOP shall be greater than or equal to 1.5. ‘The RPC criterion isthe eritical RCP pressure is dependant upon pipe size and material and should be determined in accordance with prEN 1555-2. ‘The cfitical RCP pressure is based on a temperature of 0°C. Where pipe temperature decreases below 0°C the Prer/MOP ratio should be recalculated in accordance with prEN 1555-5 using a value of RCP pressure determined from the minimum expected operating temperature of the pipe. if necessary the value of MOP should be reduced so as ‘to maintain the Pren/MOP ratio at a value greater than or equal to 1,5. See figure 1. © 85104-2000 prrght bythe Brlish Standards Institution 0405 2007STD-BST BS EN L2007-2-ENGL 2000 MM L249 O84b47b 835 Ml Page 7 EN 12007-2:2000 Pressure System design zoxuns WoP « sce ‘Ga (s0n vot or song AP Pressure testing {Minami strength test pressure) $1? nin aus |_oesren tee etree isawors sre = son mm et nn ue |_sunrensenrormey ae meer £ °F pen + Figure 1 - Pressure conditions in a PE-system 4.4 Assombly techniques Jointing procedures can vary depending upon the PE material and sizes used. Fusion should be used as the jointing method. The fusion jointing techniques for the construction of PE pipelines shall be butt fusion and electrafusion. Mechanical joints can also be used for making PE to PE joints. Mechanical joints shall be used for jointing PE to other materials such as cast iron or steel, these are often refered to as transition fittings (for definitions of mechanical joints see EN 12007-3). Care shall be taken for fusion joints made on older PE materials which are not in accordance with PIEN 1555-1 Written jointing procedures, authorized by the pipeline operator, shall be available prior to the construction of a pipeline. 4.5 Material properties for flow stopping by squeeze-off ‘When squeeze-off techniques are considered, the suitability of pipe for squeoze-off should be establiched in ‘accordance with prEN 1955-2. 4.6 Pipework inside buildings ‘The pipework element of the gas supply system situated in bulldings shall be designed, constructed and protected so that the effects of a fire on pipework do not lead to an explosion or significant aggravation of the fire. For further guidance reference should be made to EN 12007-1 In accessable areas service lines shall be protected from external interference, © asi04.2000 prrght by the Beth Tue May O1 12:04:05 2007 andards InstitutionSTD-BSI BS EN 22007-2*ENGL 2000 MM b24Eb7 O84G477 771 A Page 8 EN 12007-2:2000 8 Construction 5.1 Storage, handling and transportation Care shail be taken during the transport, handing and storage of pipes, fitings and other components to ‘ensure at all stages that their epectfied properties and conditions, which can be affected by environmental factors, are preserved and that physical damage and distortions are avoided. EXAMPLE: At low temperatures, flexibility and fracture resistance are reduced. Pipes and fittings shall be inspected and those with surface defects deeper than 10 % of the nominal wall thickness shall not be used. PE pipes and ftings stored outside are subjected to UV degradation when exposed to direct daylight. PE materials are stabilized to give protection for a UV radiation level of 3.5 Guim. National bodies should give recommendations for allowed storage times in thelr countries. The average radiation level for one year in European countries are given in figure 2. Europa 506 Figure 2 — Isobaric curves of global radiation in Gigajoules per m por year 2 Pipes shall not be used where itis considered that they have exceeded the maximum UV exposure limit, Unless they have been tested to demonstrate acceptable performance in accordance with existing standards. Further guidance on storage, handling and transportation of PE pipes and fitings is glven in annex A. 5.2 Jointing 5.2.4 General Personnel shail be competent in appropriate Jointing methods. Pipes and other pipeline components should be joined by fusion, Jointing procedures shall be carefully followed to obtain good quality joints. Cleanliness and the absence of stress are essential for reliable joints. © BSI04.2000 Copyright bythe British Standards Institution Tue Wi ‘OL 13:08:05 2007STD-BSI BS EN L2O07-2-ENGL 2000 MM WL24LL9 U84b476 LOS Mi Page EN 12007-2:2000 5.2.2 Fusion Jointing ‘Satisfactory fusion jointing procedures based upon recognized standards and experience of the pipeline ‘operator can be used. In the absence of fusion jointing procedures ISO 11413 and ISO 11414 should be applied. Fusion equipment shall conform with ISO 12176-1 for butt fusion and ISO/DIS 12176-2 for electrofusion. Consideration shall be given to the use of shielding. end caps or longer heating times when jointing in adverse weather conditions. NOTE: Strong winds or cold weather can reduce the quality of the PE fusion joint if not protected. Pipes andor fittings with fusion ends of different SDR values shall not be jointed by butt fusion. The following are minimum requirements for assembly of fusion joints: — Cleaning ofthe pipe andlor fting ends and the surface of the heated tools; = Protection against dust and othar contaminating influences; Clamping of the pipe and/or fitting ends; = Verification of the alignment and the gap between fitting and/or pipe ends; = Use of rerounding clamps where pipe ovalty exists; — Preparation of the fusion ends, by either scraping in case of electrofusion and planing in case of butt fusion; = Marking for depth of penetration into the electrofusion sockels; Maintenance and correct functioning of the fusion equipment and check of its compatibility with the required parameters; Taking into account the fusion parameters as written in the Jointing procedure. 5.2.3 Mechanical joints 6.2.3.1 General ‘All mechanical joints chall be resistant to end load in accordance with prEN 1555-3. ‘All mechanical joints shal! be assembled in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and the metallic parts of fitings shall be corrosion resistant or protected against corrosion. ‘Satisfactory mechanical jointing procedures based upon recognized standards and experience of the pipeline operator can be used. In the absence of mechanical jointing procedures ISO/DIS 10838-1 and ISO/DIS 10838- 2 should be applied. 5.2.3.2 Flanged joints Flanged joints shall be made using the appropriate jointing material. 5.2.3.3 Threaded Joints PE pipes shall not be threaded. 5.2.3.4 Compression joints Stiffener appropriate to the inside diameter of the PE-pipe shall be applied in joints with a compressive element. Only the stiffener supplied with a fting shall be used for a given joint. Lubricants shall only be used following the manufacturer's specification. ‘Where relative movement can occur, ant-shear-sleeves should be fited. 6.3 Laying Care shall be taken to prevent damage to the pipes and fittings during the whole process of laying ©.Bs! 04-2000 prright bythe British Tue May O1 1230408 2007 andards Institutionprright by the British STD-BSI BS EN L2O07-2-ENGL 2000 MH 2b24bb9 O84E479 SHY Mm Page 10 EN 12007-22000 Changes of direction of a PE pipeline during construction shall be achieved by means of preformed bends or elbow ftings or by the natural flexibility of the PE pipe within limits. Natural flexing can be used for bend radi ‘greater than or equal to 25 x d,, and for smaller radii dependant upon the SDR and material properties based ‘on operational experience and good engineering practice. Machine bending of pipes or bending following the application of heat shall not be used, PE pipes, fitings and valves installed above ground shall be protected against mechanical interference and UV degradation. When using carrier pipes the gas pipe should be fully supported or equipped with support rings. Contact with sharp edges shalll be avoided at entry and exit from the carrier pipe in order to prevent damage to the gas pipe. When tightening or untighter Pipe. EXAMPLE: Torsion, ng a mechanical joint itis essential that movernent is not transmitted to the ‘Consideration shall be given during the laying process to the potential effects on the pipe of relative movements of the ground or adjacent constructions or from temperature variations. Pipes shail not be overstressed by tensile forces during laying. It the PE pipe is laid by drag care shall be taken that the drag force is not greater than the values (in Newton) siven by the formula: l4xaxd? 3xSDR ‘Stresses caused by different temperatures between laying and operation shall be considered. Valves shall be installed so that they do not expose the PE pipe to unnecessary stress during opening and closing cycles. Material around the pipe shalbe compacted s0 ae fo avd excessive pipe ovalty and shall be done tyer by yer. Backfil materials around the pipe shall be selected to prevent damage to the pipe from contact with sharp ‘edges during and after compaction. 5.4 Connection to existing systems 6.4.4 Static electricity ‘Where there can be a release of gas in the working area, static charge accumulation shall be avoided, EXAMPLE: Draping water soaked cloths of natural fibre over all pipes and fitings likely to be handled so that the cloths touch both the pipe and the ground. 5.4.2 Squeeze-off “The squeeze-off procedure and tooling shall be specified by the pipeline operator. Squeaze-offs shall bo located no nearer than 3 x d, from joints and 6 x d, from other squeeze-offs ‘The squeeze-off position shall be permanently marked if the section of pipe ie not replaced. © Bs10¢-2000 andards Institution Tue May O1 1230408 2007STD-BSI BS EN L2007~2-ENGL, 2000 MM 1b24bb9 O84b480 2bb Me Page 11 EN 12007-2:2000 6 Quality contro! 6.4 Inspection prior to installation ‘The PE pipes and fitings and assoclated equipment shall be inspected prior to installation to confirm the following: = Conformity with 4.2, in particular verification of required gas application mark, pipe diameters, ‘SDR, MRS and tolerance class on basis of the pipe and fiting marking Information. = Conformity with 5.1 EXAMPLE 1: Limitations on outside storage have not been exceeded. EXAMPLE 2: Pipes and fittings showing obvious defects or excessive scoring are discarded, clearly Identified as unsuitable and, where appropriate, retumed to the source ot supply. — Conformity with 6.2.2 regarding the use of the equipment in accordance with relevant standards and the availabilty of written jointing procedures. 6.2 Inspection during | 6.2.4 Laying Soil and trench conditions shall comply with 5.3. 6.2.2 Joint integrity Joints shall be visually inspected following procedures approved by the pipeline operator. This inspection ‘can be carried out by the personnel engaged in jointing. EXAMPLE: For but fusion visual examination on the fusion bead, shape and geometry. ‘Any additonal inspection shall be carried out by a competent person at a frequency depending on the Conditions of use. The Inspection should be recorded. Destructive testing on joints made in the field can also be carried out to ensure the quality of fusion in conformity with the fusion procedure. Further information regarding inspection methods is given in Annex B. 7 Pressure testing ‘The test pressures selected for a pipeline shall be appropriate to its MOP and shall tak account the ‘guidance given in Figure 1 The testing proceduro(s) shall be in accordance with EN 12327. Consideration shall be given to the need for any special precautions to be taken to protect persons and property if air or inert gas is used as the test medium. For testing temperatures below 0 °C the possibilty of a reduction in critical RCP pressure shall be taken into ‘account inthe pipeline preparation and testing procedure adopted. Pressurized PE pipelines at ambient temperature are subjected to expansion by creep that could affect the Tesutts of pressure testing. At higher test pressures this effect can be significant. Appropriate allowances should be made for pressure losses due to creep when interpreting pressure test results. If air is used, oil rom the compressor shall be prevented from entering the pipeline and the air temperature shall not exceed 401°C, to prevent damage to the pipes andor ftings. © 8s! 04-2000 prright bythe Betis Tue May O1 1230407 2007 andards InstitutionTue May O1 STD-BSI BS EN 22007-2-ENGL 2000 MH 2b24Eb9 OA4b4S) 1T2 Me Page 12 EN 12007-2:2000 ‘Annex A (INFORMATIVE) Storage, handling and transportation ‘Ad General PE pipes are available in coils, drums or in straight langtns In accordance with prEN 1555-2. The correct storage, handiing and transportation of the PE pipes and fittings should be ensured at all mes, to ful the specified conditions when they are used. ‘A2 Storage A.2.1 Storage conditions. PE pipes and fitings should be stored so as to minimize the possibility of the material being damaged by ‘rushing, piercing or extended exposure to direct daylight. ‘Straight pipes should be stacked on a reasonably flat surface. free from sharp objects, stones or projections Tikely to deform or damage them. Special care should be taken under site conditions. Fiitings should be stored in their original packing, until ready for use. Contact with aggressive chemical products like liquid hydrocarbons should be avoided. A22 Bundles Pipe bundles should not be stacked unless the supporting frames are equally spaced to transfer sefely the load from bundle to bundle through the corresponding frame and to avoid distortion of the pipe and facilitate safe lifting of bundles. ‘The supporting frames in stacks should not be nailed together, (see section A-A, Figure A.1) ‘The distance X should be agreed between manufacturer and pipeline operator and should not excsed 2.5 m (see figure A.1). Figure At A.2.3 Stacking loose straight pipes. ‘Where individual straight pipe lengths are stacked in pyramidal fashion, deformation can occur in the lower layers, particularly in warm weather. Therefore, such stacks should not exceed a height of 1m. ‘The exact height at which PE straight pipes can be stacked depends on many factors such as material size, wall thickness and ambient temperatures. However, at no time should the loading cause the pipe section to bbe forced out of shape. The manufacturer's stacking recommendations should always be followed. For long periods of storage at high ambient temperatures consideration should be given to fitting end caps to ‘minimize pipe end distortion for large diameter thin wall thickness pipes. ‘© BS104-2000 prrght bythe Brlish Slandards Institution 0407 2007STD.BSI BS EN 12007-2-ENGL 2000 mm 1b24LL9 O84b4a2 039 mm Page 13 EN 12007-2:2000 EXAMPLE: da > 250 mm, SDR 26. A.24 Drums and coils PE pipes can be coiled or packed on drums. Consideration should be given to avoiding single point contact of the coils. ‘Attention should be paid to the weight of loaded drums which can usually be from 1 000 kg to more than 2.000 kg. ‘A.2.5 Storing {In case of outside storage, the cumulative exposure period should be determined with reference to the Pipe Production Code marked on the pipe which includes the date of manufacture. Using this date and the fecelved UV radiation levels at the storage site checks can be made for total UV exposure, see 5.1. ‘Storage time can be extended by protecting the pipe from UV radiation. NOTE: Covering ofthe pipe to protect it against UV exposure can sometimes create excessive heat which can also be detrimental to the pipe performance. For more exact assessment radiation instrumentation can be employed especially for longterm storage sites under strong UV-conditions. A268 First in - first out In managing storage sites the exposure time should be minimized by issuing from store on a “first in - first out" rotation with the date of manufacture used as control. The pipo with the earliest date of manufacture should be issued first for installation, ‘The same “first in - first out" principle should also be used for fitings. ‘A3 Handling A3.1 General Care should be taken to avoid excessive damage, {f handling equipment is used in contact with the pipes, @ protection to avoid damage should be provided. {If handling equipment is not used, techniques which are not likely to damage the pipes andior fittings should be choser ‘Metal chains or slings should not be used in direct contact with the pipe. EXAMPLE: During loading and unloading operations. ‘When pipes are dragged along the ground, roller units or skids should be employed to minimize damage. A.3.2 Handling in cold weather At low temperatures, flexibility and fracture resistance are reduced and more care should be taken when handling PE pipes and components, especially fittings with fusion joints. A.3.3 Straight pipes Initial handling and storage of straight pipes should be made with the pipe in packaged form, thus minimizing damage during this phase. When loading, unloading or handling, mechanical equipment should be used to mave or stack the packs © Bs! 04-2000 prrgh by the British Tue May O1 1230407 2007 andards InstitutionSTD-BST BS EN L2007-2-ENGL 2000 MM Lb24bb9 O84b483 T75 A Page 14 EN 12007-2:2000 A34 Coils Coils of pipe stacked on pallets can easily be handled using a forkit truck. Individual colls should not be roid off the edge of the loading platforms or trailers. These coils should be slung individually when off-loading with a crane A3.6 Drums ‘Taking account of their weight, handling of drums should be helped by mechanical equipment. Special trallers make It easier and safer. ‘Before installing the pipe in the trench or by insertion it should be ensured that the drum is placed correctly and that its axle is steady during the unrolling operation, A.36 Uncoiling Especially at low temperatures particular care should be taken during uncoiling operations to protect the operator against effects of uncontrolled spring back of the pipe. ‘While unrolling from drums the rotation rate should be checked and care should be taken that the pipe is not ‘damaged. If PE pipes have been unrolled, care should be exercised when cutting the required length at its ‘bending part situated near the drum or the coil AA Transportation AAA Straight pipes ‘When transporting straight pipes, the vehicle bed should be free from nails and other protuberances likely to damage the pipe. The pipes should have sufficient support to minimize bending stresses likely to damage the pipe and to avoid pipe deformetion. ‘Tha vehiclas should have side supports and the pines should be secured effectively during transportation. All posts should be fiat with no sharp edaes. ‘During transportation, the pipes should be continuously supported to minimize movement between the pipes and thelr supports. ‘A.42 Coiled pipe Coited pipe with d, < 63 mm can be supplied on pallets. The colts should be firmly secured to the pallets, which should in lum be firmly secured to the vehicle. Coiled pipe with d, > 63 mm should be supplied individually ‘There should be faciities to restrain each coll securely throughout transit and the loading process. ‘AA3 Drums ‘The drum should be firmly attached to the vehiole and Its height and width should be considered in planning the intended route. ‘© BSI 04-2000 prrght bythe Brlish Standards Institution 0408 2007STD-BSI BS EN L2007-2sENGL 2000 MM Lb24bb9 D84b484 90) Mm Page 15 EN 12007-2:2000 ‘Annex B (INFORMATIVE) Fusion joint integrity B.4 General All fusion joints should be visually inspected in the field. The quality of the joint depends on the strict adherence to the written and authorized fusion procedure, the use of well maintained equipment conforming to the relevant specification and the competence of fusion operators. B.2 Visual inspection criteria Attention should be drawn to the following visual inspection criteria, which are suitable for quality control of fusion joints. B21 Butt fusion ‘Some general guidelines for the visual examination of butt fusion joints are given below: B.2.1.1 Bead symmetry Good quality joints should have a smooth symmetrical bead shape around the entire pipe circumference as shown in figure B.1. The bead depression "A" should not extend below the pipe surface. ‘An unsymmetrical bead profile between the same components should intially be considered as indicative of ‘poor joint qualty end therefore an assessment by an authorized person should be undertaken. The effect on bead symmetry of differences in met flow rates (MFR) between the parts to be joined should be considered in the secondary assessment Figure Bt Where the pipes andor fitings have different melt flow rates (MFR) tho bead can be unsymmetrical but still satisfactory. In assessing the resutts of the joint tests under standard conditions acceptable levels of ‘symmetry should be determined, B.2.1.2 Alignment Pipes, fitings and valves should be as closely aligned as possible. An allowable misalignment V should not exceed 0,1 6,. Where this leads to values below 1 mm, testing of joints should be undertaken to identify the maximum allowable misalignment. This value should not be exceeded anywhere around the circumference of the two parts adjacent to the fusion bead. © 8104-2000 prright by the British Tue May O1 1230408 2007 andards InstitutionSTD-BSI BS EN L2007-2-ENGL 2000 MM Vb24ES OS4RNSS O48 Page 16 EN 12007-2:2000 igure B.2 B.2.1.3 Bead width The bead width B (figure B.2) is influenced by the PE materia, the production type (extruded or injection moulded), the type and temperature of the heater piate and the applied fusion cycle; consequently difficult to specify @ single set of bead width values. Its however a good indicator that the necessary fusion procedure has been followed. (One method of determining acceptable bead width value B is experimentally with pipe and butt fusion ‘machines operating at the specified conditions. The mean value B is determined from several joints made under the conditions defined in the written fusion procedures. The measured bead width B should not exceed + 20 % of this mean value. The use of GO NO-GO gauges, manufactured to the recommended values, could facilitate the control (see figure B.5). Variation in the bead width of a single joint (figure B.3) indicates a poor condition of the fusion equipment and should be strictly limited. = Figure B.3 B.2,1.4 Boad removal Removal of the external fusion bead, using appropriate tooling, is possible without damage to the pipe {figure B.4). The removed bead is then available for inspection. ‘© BS1042000 prrght bythe Brlish Standards Institution Tue May O1 13-0409 2007STD-BSI BS EN L2Q07-2-ENGL 2000 MM LL24Lb5 OS4b4Sb 754 A Page 17 EN 12007-2:2000 Sage Figure B4 Bead gauges can be used to assess the bead width (figure B.5). A visual examination of the underside of the bead can be undertaken; evidence of contamination, holes, offsots and melt damage should be cause for rejection. Figure B.6 ‘The bead should be solid and rounded with a broad root as shown in figure B.6. Hollow beads with a thin root and curled appearance could have been formed with excessive pressure or no heat soak. CORRECT ZO THIN ROOT SS | © 85104-2000 prrght by the Brish Standards institution Tue May O1 13-0409 2007STD-SSI BS EN L2007-2-ENGL 2000 MM Lb24bb9 C84b487 610 Me Page 18 EN 12007-2:2000 ‘Abend back test (figure B.7) every few centimetres and observation for the presence of sift defects should bbe made. Slit defects are indicative of fine dust contamination entrained within the fusion interface, possibly arising from contact with a dirty heater plate. Figure B.7 B.22 Electrofusion B.2.2.1 Electrofusion socket B.2.24.1 Pipe alignment It should be checked that the pipes and fittings have been property aligned conforming to the written jointing procedures. B.2.2.1.2 Scraping It should be checked that an efficent scraping in accordance wit the writen jointing procedures over the entre circumference has been carried out (figure B.8). ‘There should be clear evidence of scraping on either side of the socket. Particular attention should be given to the inspection of the bottom of the pipe. Figure 5.8 B.2.2.1.3 Penetration ‘The presence of depth of penetration marking should be checked to confirm that compiete penetration of pipe or spigot ends has been achieved (figure B.9). © B61 04.2000 prrght bythe Brlish Standards Institution Tue May O1 13-0409 2007STD-BSI BS EN 12007-2-ENGL 2000 MM 1b24LL9 084b488 SS? Mm Page 19 EN 12007-2:2000 Figure B.9 B.2.2.1.4 Melt material lt should be checked that melt from the fusion process or fusion wires have not exuded outside the confines of the fitting (figure B.10). Figura 8.10 B.2.2.1.5 Heating indicators, I the fiting is designed with heating indicators they should be in a position complying with the manufacturer's instructions after fusion lias been completed (figure B.11), Figure B14 B.22.1.6 Cooling time ‘The clamp should not be removed before the cooling time has elapsed. B.2.2.1.7 Electric wire position ‘Abnormal displacement after fusion of the electric coils should not occur. B.2.2.2 Saddle or tapping tee B.2.2.2.4 Scraping It should be checked that an efficient scraping in accordance with the written jointing procedures over the entire fusion area has been carried out (figure B.12). When the fusion area includes the entire circumference Of the pipe particular attention should be given to the inspection of the bottom of the pipe. © BSI 04-2000 Copyright by the British Tue May O1 13:04:10 2007 andards InstitutionTue May O1 STD.BSI BS EN 12007-2-ENGL 2000 MM 2b24bbT 084485 453 A Page 20 EN 12007-2:2000 Figure B.12 B.2.2.2.2 Visual control ‘The stack of the saddle should be perpendicular to the central line of the main The fiting should not collapse the pipe. Nowhere should melt from the fusion process exude outside the confines of the saddle, (figure 8.13). Figure B.13 B.22.2.3 Heating indicators {f the fiting is designed with heating indicators they should be in a position complying with the manufacturer's instructions after fusion has been completed (figure B.11). B.2.2.2.4 Cooling time When a special clamp is required for saddles or tapping tees, it should not be removed nor the joints disturbed before the cooling time as defined in the fusion procedure has elapsed. B.2.3 Ancillary tooling ‘The application of ancilary tooling should not result in significant damage to pipe surfaces adjacent to the fusion joint. EXAMPLE: Pipe clamps. ‘© BS104.2000 prright bythe British Standards Institution ‘04:10 2007STD.BST BS EN L2007-2-ENGL 2000 MM Wb24bb5 O64b450 105 Page 21 EN 12007-2:2000 ‘Annex G (INFORMATIVE) Bibliography EN 12007-3 Gas supply systems - Pipelines for maximum operating pressure up to and including 16 bar ~ Part 3: Specific functional recommendations for steel EN 1207-4 Gas supply systems - Pipelines for maximum operating pressure up to and including 16 bar ~ Part 4: Specific functional recommendations for renovation 1803 Preferred numbers - Series of preferred numbers 180 497 Guide to the choice of series of preferred numbers and of series containing more rounded values of preferred numbers. ISOIDIS 10838-1 Mechanical ftings for polyethylene piping systems for the supply of gaseous fuels -Part 1 ‘Metal fitings for pipes of nominal outside diameter less than or equal to 63 mm ISODIS 10838-2 Mechanical fitings for polyethylene piping systems for the supply of gaseous fuels - Part 2: ‘Metal fitings for pipes of nominal outside diameter greater than 63 mm 1$0 11413 Plastics pipes and fitings - Preparation of test piace assemblies between a polyethylene (PE) pipe and an electrofusion fitting. 18011414 Plastics pipes and fittings - Preparation of polyethylene (PE) pipe/pipe or pipetting tost assomblies by butt fusion. si 04-2000 prright by the Delish Tue May O1 13:04:10 2007 andar TattonBS EN 12007:2000 389 Chiswick High Road Wa 4aL STD.BSI BS EN 12007-2-ENGL 2000 MM Ub24bb5 O4E4TL O4D A BSI — British Standards Institution [BST is the independent national hody responsible for preparing British Standards. 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