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Table of Contents
1. GENERAL ................................................................................................................................................4
1.1 Introduction .....................................................................................................................................4
1.2 List of Abbreviations .......................................................................................................................5
1.3 Standards and Codes .....................................................................................................................6
1.3.1 International Standards and Codes ............................................................................................6
1.3.2 Employer's Technical Standards (SUBTS).................................................................................7
2. OBJECTIVE .............................................................................................................................................8
3. DESIGN AND MANUFACTURE ..............................................................................................................9
3.1 General ...........................................................................................................................................9
3.2 Pipe ................................................................................................................................................9
3.3 Fittings ..........................................................................................................................................10
3.4 Flanges .........................................................................................................................................10
3.5 Bolts..............................................................................................................................................11
3.6 Gaskets ........................................................................................................................................11
3.6.1 Spiral Wound Gaskets ..............................................................................................................12
3.6.2 Ring Joint Gaskets ...................................................................................................................12
4. MATERIALS ...........................................................................................................................................13
4.1 General .........................................................................................................................................13
4.2 Pipe ..............................................................................................................................................13
4.2.1 Material Substitutions ...............................................................................................................13
4.2.2 Heat Treatment ........................................................................................................................13
4.3 Fittings ..........................................................................................................................................13
4.3.1 Heat Treatment ........................................................................................................................14
4.4 Flanges .........................................................................................................................................14
4.4.1 Heat Treatment ........................................................................................................................14
4.5 Austenitic Stainless Steel SS316/316L ........................................................................................14
4.6 Impact Testing ..............................................................................................................................14
5. NON-DESTRUCTIVE EXAMINATION (NDE) ........................................................................................15
5.1 General .........................................................................................................................................15
5.2 Radiography / Ultrasonic ..............................................................................................................15
5.3 Magnetic Particle / Dye Penetrant ................................................................................................15
5.4 Visual Examination .......................................................................................................................15
5.5 Positive Material Identification (PMI) ............................................................................................15
6. CERTIFICATION ...................................................................................................................................16
6.1 General .........................................................................................................................................16

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6.2 Material Certificates ......................................................................................................................16

7. MARKING AND COLOUR CODING ......................................................................................................17
7.1 Marking .........................................................................................................................................17
7.2 Colour Coding...............................................................................................................................17
8. SHIPPING ..............................................................................................................................................18
9. QUALITY REQUIREMENTS ..................................................................................................................19
9.1 Quality Management ....................................................................................................................19
9.2 Inspection and Test Plan (ITP) .....................................................................................................19
9.3 Inspection Access.........................................................................................................................19
9.4 Warranty .......................................................................................................................................19
10. APPENDICES...................................................................................................................................20
Appendix A – Pipe Material Class Sheets (PMC) .........................................................................................20
Appendix B – Wall Thickness Calculation .....................................................................................................29

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1. GENERAL

1.1 Introduction

The Hornsea II offshore wind farm (“HOW02”) is located in United Kingdom, approximately 120km North East
of Grimsby. The RCS is located approximately 60km East of Grimsby. As shown in Figure 1.

Figure 1 – Locations of OSS and RCS

Electricity is generated from wind energy by group of offshore Wind Turbine Generators (‘WTG’).

The purpose of the Offshore Substation (“OSS”) is to transfer power from the incoming wind turbines’ MV
radial cables, transforming the power to high voltage and exporting it through export cable(s) to an onshore
substation.

The purpose of the Reactive Compensation Substation (“RCS”) is to compensate for the reactive power
generated in the wind farm power system. The RCS is located between the offshore wind farm and shore.

OSS and RCS are constructed as a topside structure supported on a jacket substructure. The jacket
substructure consists of a jacket fixed to the seabed by piles.

Scope of Work for this project is for the engineering, procurement, fabrication, integration, onshore
commissioning, sea fastening, load-out and offshore hook-up and commissioning of one Offshore Substation
(“OSS”) and one Reactive Compensation Substation (“RCS”) topside modules, jackets and piles.

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1.2 List of Abbreviations

Abbreviation Description
API American Petroleum Institute
ASME American Society of Mechanical Engineers
ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials
BSI British Standard Institute
BS-EN British Standard – European Standard
BW Butt Weld
CA Corrosion Allowance
CS Carbon Steel
DB&B / DBB Double Block and Bleed
FB Full Bore
FF Flat Faced
FNPT Female National Pipe Thread
HV Vickers Hardness
ISO ISO International Standards Organisation
LTCS Low Temperature Carbon Steel
MDS Material Data Sheet
MSS Manufacturers Standardization Society
NDE Non-Destructive Examination
NDT Non-Destructive Testing
NPS Nominal Pipe Size
P&ID Process and Instrumentation Diagrams
PMC Piping Material Class
PED Pressure Equipment Directive
PMI Positive Material Identification
RB Reduced Bore
RF Raised Face
RTJ Ring Type Joint
SDBB Slimline Double Block and Bleed
SS Stainless Steel
VDS Valve Data Sheet

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1.3 Standards and Codes

All regulations, codes and standards referred to in this technical specification shall apply in the latest edition,
unless otherwise specified.

In case of conflict between the technical standards, listed codes and standards or legal requirements, the
most stringent requirements shall apply. In case of conflict, the Supplier shall inform the PURCHASER
promptly.

1.3.1 International Standards and Codes

Document Number Document

Title
ASME B1.20.1 Pipe Threads General Purpose
ASME B16.5 Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings NPS ½ Through NPS 24
ASME B16.9 Factory-Made Wrought Butt-welding Fittings
ASME B16.11 Forged Fittings, Socket-Welding and Threaded
ASME B16.20 Metallic Gaskets for Pipe Flanges, Ring-Joint, Spiral Wound and
Jacketed

ASME B16.25 Butt-Welding Ends

ASME B16.36 Orifice Flanges
ASME B18.2.1 Square and Hex Bolts and Screws (Inch Series)
ASME B18.2.2 Square and Hex Nuts (Inch Series)
ASME B31.3 Process Piping
ASME B36.10 Welded and Seamless Wrought Steel Pipe
ASME B36.19 Stainless Steel Pipe
ASME BPVC Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code
ASME BPVC Section II Material Specifications
ASTM A182 Specification for Forged or Rolled Alloy-Steel Pipe Flanges, Forged
Fittings, and Valves and Parts for High-Temperature Service

ASTM A312 Seamless and Welded Austenitic Stainless Steel Pipes

ASTM A358 Electric-Fusion-Welded Austenitic Chromium-Nickel Alloy Steel Pipe for
High-Temperature Service
ASTM A403 Wrought Austenitic Stainless Steel Piping Fittings
EN 10204 Metallic Products – Types of Inspection Documents
MSS SP-25 Standard Marking System for Valves, Fittings, Flanges and Unions
MSS-SP-97 Forged Carbon Steel Branch Outlet Fittings
PED 2014/68/EU Pressure Equipment Directive

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1.3.2 Employer's Technical Standards (SUBTS)

Pondus No. &

Tech Standard Title
Rev.
Amendments to Employer's Requirements - Technical
Exhibit G 00232149 C
Standards
SUBTS-130 2578832 I Welding and NDE of Welds
SUBTS-131 2578835 F Protective Coating of Steel
SUBTS-150 2578851 G Material Selection
Piping system design and pollution prevention
SUBTS-160 2578853 G
systems
SUBTS-206 2706538 G Heat Tracing

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2. OBJECTIVE

The objective of this specification is to define the minimum requirements for the design, materials inspection,
testing and supply of pipes, fittings, flanges, blinds and spacers, bolting and gaskets for piping systems for
Hornsea II Offshore Wind Farm Project Scope.

This document also identifies the Piping Material Classes (PMC’s) applicable to the relevant systems for the
detailed engineering phase of Hornsea II Project i.e. Utility system, HVAC cooling system and Fire
Extinguishing system etc. These are to be in line with the P&ID’s issued for IFC and the significant TQ’s
raised, if any.

Deviations from this specification shall not be permitted unless prior written approval is obtained from the
PURCHASER. Proposals for deviations shall be prepared only when:

 Significant cost savings may be obtained without compromising on Health, Safety and Environment
(HSE) and operability requirements.
 New experience shows that the requirements are not suitable for the design or work being
performed.

Documents, Codes, and Industry Standards referenced in this specification, or in the line item description,
form a part of the requirements of this Specification in the manner and to the extent specified. The issue or
revision of Project documents shall be as listed in any Purchase Order. Unless otherwise specified, the
edition or revision of codes or industry standards referenced in this document shall be as specified in
Appendix E of ASME B31.3.

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3. DESIGN AND MANUFACTURE

3.1 General

Generally, piping materials should be selected based on media in the systems, the external environment, the
minimum/maximum design temperatures; the design service life and also other parameters may play a role.
Piping system design and fabrication shall be in accordance with ASME B31.3.

All valve components, fabrication and design shall, as a minimum, meet the latest requirements of the Codes
and Standards, as well as the specifications for service as indicated in the purchase order documentation,
valve data sheets etc.

Dimensions shall be in accordance with the applicable product specification or standard specified. Fittings
with dimensions outside the scope of the referenced product specification or standard shall be the
Manufacturer's standard.

Nominal wall thicknesses of piping components are in accordance with either ASME B36.10 or ASME
B36.19. Pipe wall thicknesses outside the range of these standards are specified in inches.

3.2 Pipe

Pipe shall be furnished with wall thickness or schedule as specified in the line item description. Pipe shall be
seamless or welded as specified on the line description in purchase order.

Seamless pipe is an acceptable alternative to weld seam pipe.

Pipe shall be furnished with end preparation as specified in the line item descriptions. Where beveled end
(BE) is specified, both ends shall be prepared for butt-welding in accordance with ASME B16.25, Figure 2a
or 3a as applicable. All end beveling shall be done by machining, flame cut weld bevels are not permitted.

Pipe NPS 2 and larger shall be supplied in double random lengths with no intermediate circumferential butt-
welds. Quotations shall specify any exception to this requirement. Pipe lengths with jointers are not
acceptable.

The length of nipples shall be as specified in the item descriptions. All burrs shall be removed from nipples.
All-thread nipples are prohibited.

Austenitic pipe shall be seamless up to and including NPS 6. All welded pipes shall have a single longitudinal
seam with double butt straight weld and shall be subjected to 100% radiography in order to attain a
longitudinal weld joint quality factor of 1.0 as per ASME B31.3 para 302.3.4

Laser welded, Spiral welded or Electric resistance welded (ERW) pipes are not acceptable. Repairs to parent
pipe and seamless pipes are not acceptable. Weld repairs are permitted to weld seams only. Weld repair
procedure and the extent of the repair required shall be submitted to PURCHASER for approval prior to
commencement of the repair. All repair welds shall be recorded and identified. Repair weld shall be subjected
to same level of NDE as original weld, with additional NDE requirements for the preparation of the weld
repairs, as applicable. All repairs shall be completed prior to hydro-test.

All pipes shall be hydro-tested irrespective of the requirements of the product specification.

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3.3 Fittings

Fittings shall be designed and manufactured in accordance with the standard or specification specified in the
line item description. Fittings shall be furnished with the wall thickness, pressure rating and size as specified
in the line item description. Substitutions of fittings of different wall thicknesses, ratings or sizes are not
permitted without prior written approval of the PURCHASER.

Unless noted otherwise, butt-weld carbon steel, stainless steel and non-ferrous high alloy fittings, including
sizes not specifically listed, shall be designed and manufactured in accordance with ASME B16.9. Fittings
that are to be manufactured by Hot Isostatic Pressing shall be in compliance with their respective SP Item
datasheet and shall comply with ASME B16.9 dimensions unless otherwise stated. End preparation of all
fittings shall conform to ASME B16.25, Figure 2a and 3a as applicable.

Threaded ends shall have NPT threads conforming to ASME B1.20.1

Fitting dimensions shall be in accordance with the applicable product specification or standard specified.
Fittings with dimensions outside the scope of the referenced product specification or standard shall be the
Manufacturer's standard.

Certified dimensional data and weights for sizes not covered by ASME B16.9 or other specified standards
shall be submitted with the quotation. Manufacturer’s proposed dimensional tolerances for sizes not covered
by ASME B16.9 or other specified standards shall also be submitted with the Quotation.

In austenitic stainless steel, 90 deg extruded outlets on header pipe shall be used except open drain system,
for which 45 deg set-on branches might be used.

Threaded and butt-weld integrally reinforced forged branch outlet fittings shall be supplied in accordance with
MSS SP-97. Certified dimensional data and weights for items not specifically covered by MSS-SP-97 shall
be submitted with the quotation. The SUPPLIER shall confirm with certification and burst test certification at
the bid stage, that the fittings comply with the requirements of ASME B31.3 para 304.3.2.

Forged fittings shall be forged as close as possible to the final shape and size prior to machining with a
minimum reduction ratio of 4:1. Fittings from cast, welded material or machined from bar stocks are not
acceptable.

Austenitic alloy fittings shall be seamless up to and including NPS 6 and welded with 100% radiography for
NPS 8 and above. Welded fitting shall be of class “WX”. Caps shall be seamless in all sizes.

Repair welding of any forged fitting is not acceptable.

For fittings manufactured from pipe, weld repairs are only permitted to the weld seam. Weld repair procedure
and the extent of the repair required shall be submitted to PURCHASER for approval prior to commencement
of the repair. All repair welds shall be recorded and identified. Repair weld shall be subjected to same level
of NDE as original weld, with additional NDE requirements for the preparation of the weld repairs, as
applicable.

3.4 Flanges

Flanges shall be furnished with the type, wall thickness or schedule, design standard and pressure rating,
facing, material and size as specified in the Order.

Unless specified otherwise in the Order, Flanges shall comply dimensionally with ASME B16.5 for sizes up
to NPS 24 in ratings up to Class 1500 and NPS 12 for Class 2500. Sizes NPS 26 and above in ratings up to
Class 900 shall comply with ASME B16.47 Series ‘A’.

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If the reverse side of the flange has not been machined the bolt holes shall be spot faced in accordance with
MSS SP9.

Requirements of this section are also applicable to raised and flat faced flanges, including flanged fittings,
spectacle blinds, spades and spacers etc. All raised face flanges shall have a serrated spiral finish with a
roughness between Ra 3.2 µm and Ra 6.3 µm in accordance with ASME B46.1. When checking the surface
finish, it shall be judged by visual comparison in accordance with ASME B46.1.

Ring type joint flanges shall have a surface roughness on contact faces including groove sidewall between
Ra 0.4 µm and 1.6 µm.

The minimum hardness values for the groove of SS316/316L RTJ flanges shall be as follows:

Flange MOC Hardness (Brinell) Minimum

316 / 316L Stainless Steel 190
End preparation of flanges shall conform to the following Standards:

 Weld neck flanges: ASME B16.25, Figure 2A or 3A as applicable

 Threaded flanges: ASME B1.20.1
 Socket-weld flanges: ASME B16.11

Orifice flanges shall be to ASME B16.36 except that the tappings shall be achieved using a flanged branch
connection. Each flange shall have two tappings 180° apart and a jack screw. The pressure tapping point
shall be NPS 1/2 and shall incorporate 90 mm long reinforced nipples fully welded to the flange. Flange
branch connection shall be full penetration welded to the orifice flange. Weld procedure and weld procedure
qualification shall be submitted for approval.

3.5 Bolts

Bolting material shall be specified in the purchase description. Bolts shall be specified with imperial diameter
and metric lengths (5 mm increment). Additional strength testing including impact testing shall be performed
on the finished bolt per size and per heat in order to verify the results of material strength values furnished
by bar stock SUPPLIER.

All stud bolts shall be fully threaded and dimensionally in accordance with ASME B18.2.1 with heavy
hexagonal nuts to ASME B18.2.2. All stud bolts shall be Class 2A fit and all heavy hexagonal nuts shall be
Class 2B fit. Threading shall be UNC up to and including 1” diameter , and unified 8 thread series (8 UN)
for diameters 1 1/8” and higher.

Studbolt lengths shall be in accordance with ASME B16.5 and shall be specified in BOM. Studbolts smaller
than 1 1/8” diameter shall be fitted with two heavy hexagon nuts. Studbolts 1 1/8” diameter and larger are
one diameter longer in length to that specified in ASME B16.5 and fitted with three heavy hexagon nuts to
allow for the use of hydraulic tensioning equipment.

3.6 Gaskets

Gaskets manufactured by welding or gaskets containing asbestos, shall not be used.

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3.6.1 Spiral Wound Gaskets

The design and dimensions for spiral wound gaskets shall comply with ASME B16.20 for flange connections
to ASME B16.5. Spiral wound gaskets specified for ASME Class 150 shall be of low stress design unless
SUPPLIER can prove to the satisfaction of the PURCHASER that a standard 150# spiral wound gasket will
compress and deliver 100% sealing efficiency without overstressing the bolts or flanges.

Purchase description will identify material for inner and outer rings, windings and filler material. Generally
Inner ring and winding material shall be similar which is compatible for the fluid service.

The thickness of the gasket shall be 4.5 mm and compressed thickness shall be 3.2mm unless noted
otherwise.

3.6.2 Ring Joint Gaskets

All ring joint gaskets shall be octagonal type conforming to ASME B16.20 for ASME B16.5 flanges as
specified in piping material classes and purchase description.

Austenitic stainless steel ring joint gaskets shall be supplied in solution annealed condition. The hardness of
the ring type gaskets shall be at least 30HB less than that of the flange groove in order to achieve perfect
sealing.

Following hardness values shall be followed for SS316/316L ring joint gaskets, as specified in the piping
material classes based on their material:

Flange Material Gasket Material Maximum Brinell

Hardness
(HB)
316/316L Stainless Steel 316 Stainless Steel 160

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4. MATERIALS

4.1 General

All piping bulk materials shall be supplied in accordance with the requirements of purchase description, this
specification, relevant codes and standards as well as PMA’s (Particular Material Appraisal).

The requirements of the applicable codes and standards shall be considered a part of the description of the
piping items.

All additional material requirements, NDE and testing stated on the specific datasheets shall be met.

Equivalent materials may be considered provided that it can be shown to the satisfaction of the PURCHASER
that they meet or exceed the referenced standards or project requirements. No substitution of materials shall
be authorised without prior approval of the PURCHASER.

Supplier shall state the manufacturer and country of origin of all such materials at the bid stage. If this
information is not available for any material prior to order, it shall be provided as soon as it is available and
preferably before any sub-orders are placed.

4.2 Pipe

Pipe shall be furnished in accordance with the ASTM or ASME material specification specified in the line item
description, including the specific grade, type, or alloy designation. Austenitic stainless steel pipe shall be
furnished in the solution annealed condition.

All pipe covered by the Order are intended for application under the jurisdiction of ASME B31.3.

4.2.1 Material Substitutions

When the specified material is not available within the specified schedule a substitution may be proposed.
All substitutions are subject to prior written approval by the PURCHASER.

4.2.2 Heat Treatment

Longitudinally welded pipe specified to ASTM specifications shall be post weld heat treated in accordance
with the material specification and ASME B31.3, Section 331 requirements. Where there is a conflict in the
heat treatment temperature ranges between the material specification and ASME B31.3, then ASME B31.3
shall govern.

Where the pipe wall thickness is specified as 19.05 mm, this is an exact conversion from 0.750 inches and
shall not be interpreted as requiring post weld heat treatment (PWHT) in accordance with ASME B31.3.

4.3 Fittings

All fittings in the Order are intended for application under the jurisdiction of ASME B31.3.

Fittings shall be furnished in accordance with the ASTM, ASME, or MSS material specification specified in
the line item description, including the specific grade, type, or alloy designation.

Forged fittings (greater than Size 2”) made from rolled bars or bar stocks are NOT PERMITTED.

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Unless seamless is specified, fittings may be either seamless or welded in accordance with A403-WP* with
100% radiography of all welds. Ultrasonic examination shall not be permitted in place of radiography. For
example, fittings specified as ASM A403 - WP316 may be supplied as A403 - WP 316S or A403 - WP 316WX.

4.3.1 Heat Treatment

Fittings shall be heat treated in accordance with their ASTM designation unless stated otherwise on the
relevant data sheet.

Longitudinally welded fittings specified to ASTM specifications shall be post weld heat treated in accordance
with the material specification and ASME B31.3, Section 331.

Swage nipples shall be heat treated in accordance with their ASTM designation unless stated otherwise on
the relevant data sheet. Manufacture to other standards may be allowed upon prior written approval by the
PURCHASER.

4.4 Flanges

All flanges covered by the Order are intended for application under the jurisdiction of ASME B31.3.

Flanges shall be furnished in accordance with the material specification in the line item description, including
the specific grade, type, or alloy designation.

Flanges machined from rolled bar or bar stock are not permitted.

4.4.1 Heat Treatment

Flanges shall be heat treated in accordance with their ASTM designation unless stated otherwise on the
relevant data sheet.

4.5 Austenitic Stainless Steel SS316/316L

The austenitic stainless steel pipe, fittings and flanges shall be supplied in the solution annealed condition.

SUPPLIER shall provide manufacturer certification, which states the heat treatment condition of the finished
component as being 'solution annealed'. Failure to do so shall result in rejection of the material with the item
being replaced at cost to SUPPLIER.

Austenitic Stainless Steel shall be dual certified for both 316 and 316L and conform to the requirements of
both 316 (mechanical properties) and 316L (low carbon content) including chemical composition, mechanical
tests, etc.

4.6 Impact Testing

The austenitic stainless steel SS316/316L is specified without any impact properties. This type of material is
a ductile material that is not subject to ductile/brittle transition. The lowest acceptable material temperature
is considered as -101 ºC if not otherwise specified in the relevant design code.

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5. NON-DESTRUCTIVE EXAMINATION (NDE)

5.1 General

In general, Non-Destructive Examination (NDE) shall be in accordance with SUBTS-130 and applicable
material code, or ASME VIII div 1 if not specified.

5.2 Radiography / Ultrasonic

Acceptance criteria for seam welds shall be in accordance with the applicable material code, or ASME VIII
div 1 if not specified. Wire type image quality indicators shall demonstrate sensitivity.

5.3 Magnetic Particle / Dye Penetrant

Magnetic particle shall be by "wet" methods using white background or UV fluorescent techniques.
Acceptance shall be in accordance with ASME VIII Div 1.

5.4 Visual Examination

All products shall be subject to 100% visual inspection. Surfaces shall be free from cracks and laminations.
Seams, laps, tears, mechanical marks, abrasions, pits and slivers deeper than 1.6 mm shall be considered
as defects.

5.5 Positive Material Identification (PMI)

Positive Material Identification (PMI) shall be carried out on all pressure retaining alloy components, in
accordance with code requirement. PMI shall be carried out with test equipment to identify the specified type
of material grade, SUPPLIER shall advise extent, method and method of marking of alloy verification in
accordance with an established procedure that shall be approved by PURCHASER. The equipment used
shall not make burn marks, indentations or otherwise damage the material surface.

In general, a minimum 10% of the components (i.e. pipe, fittings and flanges) and completed welds shall be
subjected to PMI testing. The testing shall be uniformly distributed to cover the different type of components,
manufacturer, pre-fabrication/construction sites and installation sites. The percentage of components tested
shall be increased with increased criticality rating of the component, up to 100%.

For components made with austenitic stainless steel, PMI is to be conducted on a minimum of one sample
from every heat number. If any non-conformance in material type is found this shall be reported to
PURCHASER with proposal for additional testing/rectification (up to 100%) for approval.

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6. CERTIFICATION

6.1 General

All metallic pressure containing components of the piping materials including bolting shall be certified in
accordance with BS EN 10204-Type 3.1 as a minimum unless otherwise stated on the purchase order
documents.

All other non-pressure containing metallic and non-metallic components including gaskets shall be certified
to BS EN 10204- Type 2.2 as a minimum.

All mill certificates shall be originals or authenticated copies unless otherwise agreed with PURCHASER.

Material furnished without documentation or with incorrect documentation is unacceptable and shall be
rejected and replaced at SUPPLIER’s expense.

6.2 Material Certificates

As minimum following material certificates shall be included as a part of documentation:

 Chemical Analysis by Heat

 Carbon equivalent
 Mechanical Properties
 Heat treatment statement and number
 Non-destructive test results
 Hydrostatic and /or Pneumatic Test Results as applicable
 Heat Number

All certificates shall state the Manufacturers name and location, all forging and plate certificates shall be from
original steel manufacturers. Certificates shall include the SUPPLIERS purchase order number and purchase
order item number.

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7. MARKING AND COLOUR CODING

7.1 Marking

All components shall be marked in accordance with the standards to which the products are manufactured
and additional markings specified below. As a minimum, markings in accordance with MSS SP25 shall be
met. Where marking of the individual items is impracticable (with the exception of Cast / Heat number), it
shall be stamped on a stainless steel tag wired to the item. Following marking shall appear on each item as
appropriate:

 Material Specification and Grade

 Cast or Heat number (shall be permanent marking, traceable to the relevant Material test certificate)
 Batch Number (as applicable)
 Nominal diameter
 Flange Rating
 Wall thickness/Schedule
 Ring Joint number
 Purchase order number and Purchase Order Item Number
 PURCHASER Material header or Part Number

Pipe and fittings with wall thickness less than 5mm and items manufactured from austenitic stainless steel
materials shall be marked by vibro-etching. All other pipe and fittings with bigger wall thickness materials
shall be marked by cold stamping using round nosed low stress stamps, vibro-etching, dot stamps or
SUPPLIER’s rolling stamp method

Marking with paint or ink on austenitic stainless steels shall be with a water insoluble material that contains
no harmful substance, e.g., metallic pigments (zincs), sulphur, or chlorides, which would harmfully affect
these materials at ambient or elevated temperatures. Also, marking shall not encroach upon threads or butt
weld ends prepared for welding.

Dual certified pipe shall be marked showing both grades (e.g., 316/316L).

For pipe, marking shall appear on each individual length and shall be highlighted with a circle of paint. This
paint shall be the same as that used for colour coding.

For NPS 1 1/2 and smaller pipe, fittings and flanges marking shall be done on non-corrosive metal tag
attached to each bundle.

Reinforced branch fittings shall also be marked with manufacturer’s symbol and wall thickness/schedule of
run pipe and branch pipe. Marking shall be applied on rim of branch.

For Gaskets each purchase order item number shall be bagged/boxed separately and each bag or box shall
be tagged with a non-corrosive tag indicating PURCHASER’s Material header/Tag No, purchase order no
and purchase order item number.

All bolts shall have material grade stamped on each end. The SUPPLIER shall ensure that all
markings/stampings on the stud bolts and nuts are visible.

7.2 Colour Coding

Spiral wound gaskets with outer centring rings or inner and outer rings shall be colour coded in accordance
with ASME B16.20. RTJ gaskets shall be identified in accordance with ASME B16.20 and colour coded with
a continuous band of colour applied around the outer edge.

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8. SHIPPING

The manufacturer shall be responsible for suitably shielding the open ends of pipe to protect weld/threaded
ends from damage during handling and shipment and to prevent the ingress of moisture and dust during
storage.

The SUPPLIER shall be responsible for the protection of all items during transit and storage, but as a
minimum the following shall apply:

a) All piping components shall be clear of debris and free of all dirt and foreign matter and be thoroughly
cleaned inside and out in accordance with SUPPLIER’s standard procedure before packing.
b) Pipe ends shall be protected with heavy duty plastic end caps. For beveled ends, the caps shall cover the
full area of the bevel. Pipe shall be packed ready for export in a manner which allows easy handling and
prevents damage. SUPPLIER shall submit their standard packing procedure for review with their bid
c) Open ends of fittings shall be supplied with heavy duty plastic protective plugs or caps.
For beveled ends, the caps shall protect the full area of the bevel. Fittings shall be packed ready for export
in a manner which allows easy handling and prevents damage. SUPPLIER shall submit their standard
packing procedure for review with their bid.
d) All flange gasket contact surfaces shall be protected with 6 mm (minimum) thick plywood discs bolted to
each flange in at least four locations. Beveled ends and bores of flanges shall be protected with heavy duty
plastic caps firmly inserted into the bore. Caps shall be a snug fit and sit flush with the surface being protected.
Flanges shall be packed in crates or strapped to pallets. SUPPLIER shall submit their standard packing
procedure for review with bid.
e) Where items are supplied with a protective coating, the SUPPLIER’s packing procedure shall include full
details of the type of coating and its removal from the items.
f) Protection of materials from external corrosion during transportation and storage shall be agreed with the
PURCHASER during bid clarifications. Components shall be supplied in clean condition without mill scale or
excessive oxide. The supplied material shall be free of internal lacquer or varnish, except the beveled ends
which shall be additionally coated internally to 75 mm from end of beveled end with agreed corrosion
protection.

Flanges shall be packed in crates or strapped to pallets, with flange faces and weld bevels suitably protected
from damage.

Different types or sizes of flanges shall be packed in separate containers.

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9. QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

9.1 Quality Management

The SUPPLIER shall operate a Quality Management system commensurate with equipment and services
provided. The system should generally satisfy the requirements of BS EN ISO 9000:2008 or other appropriate
internationally recognised standard

9.2 Inspection and Test Plan (ITP)

Prior to start of manufacturing, SUPPLIER shall produce an inspection and test plan for PURCHASER’s
approval. It shall state all quality related activities, reference standards, acceptance criteria and the names
of responsible persons in the SUPPLIER.

The ITP shall be reviewed and agreed by PURCHASER for review, hold and witness requirements. The
inspection and test plan shall define the sequence of activities followed during manufacturing/fabrication by
SUPPLIER.

9.3 Inspection Access

The PURCHASER or its appointed representative shall at all times have access to the fabrication shop of
SUPPLIER and SUB-SUPPLIER’s.

9.4 Warranty

The SUPPLIER shall guarantee all work to be free from defects in design, workmanship, materials and
equipment.

The SUPPLIER shall guarantee the operation of the valves in accordance with the design conditions stated
in valve data sheets for the duration of the warranty period.

The warranty period/periods shall be agreed with the SUPPLIER and detailed in the purchase order terms
and conditions.

Under this warranty, the SUPPLIER shall replace all materials and or part at their own expenses that are
found to be defective or which do not meet specified deign conditions during the warranty period.

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10. APPENDICES

Appendix A – Pipe Material Class Sheets (PMC)

1. Piping Material Class Codes

A piping class shall contain two letters: XY

“X” First Digit Identifies the pressure rating as below listed;

Table 1 – Pressure Class

A = Class 150# ASME B16.5

D = Class 600# ASME B16.5

“Y” Second Digit Identifies the material class as below listed;

Table 2 – Material Type

S Austenitic Stainless Steels; Type 316/316L (Dual grade)

2. Piping Class Sheets Index

An index of the Pipe Classes with their principal descriptive information and services in which the classes
are utilised, listed against each PMC.

Piping Design ASME

Material Flange Flange C.A. Conditions B16.5 System
Material System Description
Class Rating Facing (mm) Group Code
Identification Temp. Press. No.
(°C) (Bar)
-20 15.9 XAM02 HVAC Cooling Water
AS 316/316L ASME RF 0 38 15.9 2.3 MJN01 Diesel

Stainless 150 50 15.3 XDC01 Cleaning Water

Steel 100 13.3 XUQ01 Open Drain
XUQ11 Helicopter Fuel Drain
XUQ21 HVAC Drain
ZZB01 Helicopter Re-fueling
XGF01/02 CAFS
XGC01 DIFFS
-20 82.7 XGK01 Inert Gas

DS 316/316L ASME RTJ 0 38 82.7 2.3

Stainless 600 93 71
Steel

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Appendix B – Wall Thickness Calculation

Objective:

Piping materials have been selected as per Employer's Technical Standards (SUBTS-150) except HVAC
cooling water system and Fire Extinguishing system. For these systems, Stainless steel SS316/316L has
been proposed based on media in the systems, the minimum/maximum design temperatures and also other
parameters may play a role. Wall thickness calculations have been carried out for project specific piping
classes identified in this document.

Wall thicknesses calculated are in accordance with ASME B31.3.

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