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PROJECT NAME: SUR INDEPENDENT POWER PROJECT

PO DESCRIPTION: HEAT RECOVERY STEAM GENERATOR


PO NO.: OPAB1-H1201
SUBJECT: ERECTION MANUAL (MECHANICAL,
INCLUDING MAIN LIFTING AND
INSULATION)

DOCUMENT NO.: SUR-V-99HA-1-91-003

For Review
OWNER

OWNER’S ENGINEER

CONTRACTOR

SUB. CONTRACTOR

NE NOOTER/ERIKSEN

A 11 Jul 2012 ISSUED FOR REVIEW ALS RDG

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It may NOT be used, disclosed or reproduced for other purpose pertaining to this document or its contents without specific, written prior
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FIELD ERECTION MANUAL

HEAT RECOVERY STEAM GENERATOR

FOR

SUR IPP Project, Oman

NOOTER/ERIKSEN
JOB NUMBER
113100

Rev. 0

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FIELD ERECTION MANUAL

GENERAL INFORMATION

1. DRAWINGS REFERENCED IN THIS MANUAL:

Job specific drawings are referenced in this Manual. Drawings supplied by


Nooter/Eriksen Project staff directly through the drawing transmittal process
shall be used for the erection of the HRSG. The drawing list in this manual is
periodically updated and does not necessarily reflect the most recent revision
level on this project.

2. SHIPPING/LIFTING WEIGHTS:

Shipping weights obtained prior to the release of this manual shall be


regarded as “Preliminary” and used for estimating purposes only. Shipping
weights, as shown on Bills of Lading, other shipment documents or stenciled
on the equipment are not to be used for lifting or rigging purposes in the field.
Refer to the field erection drawings to obtain this information.

3. SHIPPING SEQUENCE

A shipping sequence will be issued on a periodic basis to keep the Erector


informed on the latest delivery status of the HRSG components. This will be
a “working” document that will be updated with the latest information,
including changes in anticipated delivery dates, shipping status, rail car
numbers, etc. The delivery dates shown are not contractual dates, but a
reflection of the current shipping information and are subject to change.

4. RELEASE FORMS

Release forms accompanying the documentation for this manual shall be filed
with the manual. The release date on the Form shall be the effective date of
the revised documentation.

It is the responsibility of the recipient to destroy all copies of the previously


released manuals and documentation when updated revisions are issued by
Nooter/Eriksen.

Nooter/Eriksen will issue release forms and revised documentation only for
manuals listed in the “MANUAL DISTRIBUTION” portion of the Release
Form. All manuals generated by others shall not be considered “Controlled
Documents”.

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INDEX

SECTION PAGE

1.0 General......................................................................................... 1

2.0 Definitions ..................................................................................... 1

3.0 Reference Documents .................................................................. 2

4.0 Nooter/Eriksen Contacts............................................................... 2

5.0 Scope of Supply by Nooter/Eriksen .............................................. 3

6.0 General Scope of Field Work Required by Erector/Purchaser ..... 4

7.0 Non-Destructive Examination and Stress Relieving ..................... 6

8.0 Unloading, Handling and Storage ................................................. 7

9.0 Material and Equipment Furnished by the Erector ....................... 9

10.0 HRSG Erection ............................................................................. 9

11.0 Testing........................................................................................ 11

12.0 Painting ...................................................................................... 14

13.0 Supporting Reference Documents.............................................. 14

14.0 Distribution Grid .......................................................................... 15

15.0 Shipping Sequence .................................................................... 15

16.0 Piping ......................................................................................... 15

17.0 Drain Valves ............................................................................... 15


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FIELD ERECTION

RESPONSIBILITIES

1.0 GENERAL

1.1 THIS MANUAL SHALL BE PROVIDED TO ALL FIELD SUPERVISORY


PERSONNEL INVOLVED IN THE HRSG ERECTION.

Read and review this entire manual and its contents before
beginning field erection.

1.2 The minimum scope of work to be performed by the field erection


subcontractor (Erector) shall consist of all work required to provide a
complete Heat Recovery Steam Generator (HRSG) with accessories. The
field scope includes, but is not limited to: unloading, storage, hauling,
erection, alignment, cleaning (inside and outside), and the commissioning
required for start-up for satisfactory continuous commercial operation.

1.3 Each HRSG has been designed and is to be constructed in accordance


with requirements of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Power Boiler Code, ASME Section I and ASME Section VIII, Division 1.

1.4 The scope of major equipment furnished by Nooter/Eriksen, Inc. for


erection is shown on Nooter/Eriksen Drawing No. 113100-GA-001
(SUR-V-99HA-1-17-001).

2.0 DEFINITIONS

2.1 N/E: Nooter/Eriksen, Inc.

2.2 Purchaser: Daewoo E&C

2.3 Erector: Erection contractor responsible for the


installation and assembly of the HRSG.

2.4 HRSG: Heat Recovery Steam Generator

2.5 Code: American Society of Mechanical


Engineers Power Boiler Code Section 1,
Section VIII, Division 1, and ANSI B31.1.

2.6 K/D: Knocked Down Shop Fabrication

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2.7 Modular: HRSG construction in which the coil bundles


are shipped separate from the casing. Casing
is shipped in panels for assembly at jobsite.

3.0 REFERENCE DOCUMENTS

These reference documents form an integral part of this manual and must be
read carefully and understood before beginning any field erection. Reference
documents are listed in Section 15.0 under the “General” tab location. Should
you have any questions, please contact the individuals listed below:

Document Description Section No. Tab Location

3.1 N/E Standard Erection Procedures 13.1 thru 13.14 Procedures

3.2 Field Service Site Visits 13.15 Miscellaneous

3.3 N/E Backcharge/Extra Work Policy 13.16 Miscellaneous

3.4 Manway Covers 13.17 Miscellaneous

3.5 Descriptive Orientation 13.18 Miscellaneous

3.6 Lifting Device Drawings 13.19 Miscellaneous

3.7 Module Storage 13.20 Miscellaneous

4.0 N/E CONTACTS

4.1 Kevin Lacey Phone: (636) 651-1032


Project Engineer Fax: (636) 651-1507
E-mail: KLacey@ne.com

4.2 Alan Schulte Phone: (636) 651-1115


Project Manager Fax: (636) 651-1507
E-mail: ASchulte@ne.com

4.3 Andy Febus Phone: (636) 651-1040


Manager of Logistics Fax: (636) 651-1512
E-mail: AFebus@ne.com
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4.4 Keith Kennedy Phone: (636) 651-1000


Construction Supervisor Cellular: (314) 941-2165
E-mail: KKennedy@ne.com

4.5 Larry Greene Phone: (636) 651-1054


Director of Projects Fax: (636) 651-1507
E-mail: LGreene@ne.com

5.0 GENERAL SCOPE OF SUPPLY BY NOOTER/ERIKSEN

 Foundation Embedments
 Inlet Expansion Joint (K/D)
 Inlet Transition Duct Panels (K/D)
 Inlet Distribution Grid (K/D)
 Supplemental Duct Burner Runners
 Firing Duct Panels (K/D)
 Fuel Train Skid
 Scanner Cooling Air Skid
 Primary Casing Panels (K/D)
 Secondary Casing Panels (K/D)
 HRSG Coil Modules
 Recirculation Pumps
 Remote Steam Drums
 Deaerator
 Atmospheric Blowdown Tank
 Exhaust Stack (K/D)
 Expansion Joint at Stack (K/D)
 Exhaust Stack Silencer Baffles (K/D)
 HRSG Interconnecting Piping
 Pipe Supports
 Platforms, Stairs & Ladders (K/D)
 Boiler Trim & Valves (K/D)
 Field Seam Material (K/D)
 External Insulation for Interconnecting Piping, Valves and Drums.
 Temporary Use of Horizontal and Strong-Back Lifting Device for Erection of
Coil Modules. (Lifting Devices must be returned to N/E after use.)
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6.0 GENERAL SCOPE OF FIELD WORK REQUIRED BY ERECTOR/PURCHASER

 Unload all Equipment


 Remove all Temporary Crating and Shipping Braces
 Heavy Haul Transport from Rail Siding to the Jobsite
 Install Anchor Bolts, Washers, Nuts, Slide Plates, Teflon Slide Packs, Shim
Packs, Shear Plates & Grout
 Erect Inlet Duct Transition Sections
 Erect Primary and Secondary Casing Panels
 Install Duct Burner Elements
 Install Inlet Expansion Joint
 Install Gas and Electric Lines, etc., between Burner Skids and Duct Burner
 Install HRSG Modules
 Install Gas Baffles
 Erect Firing Duct
 Install all Field Seams between Ducting, Modules, Burner, etc.
 Erect and Assemble Structural Steel for Remote Steam Drums
 Set Remote Steam Drums
 Install Recirculation Pumps
 Erect Exhaust Stack
 Install Pipe Supports
 Erect all Large Bore Piping
 Install and Weld in all Valves per Nooter/Eriksen’s Trim List for
Interconnecting Piping
 Install Safety Relief Valves, Drip Pan Elbows, Vent Stacks, Silencers with
Support Steel
 Assemble and Erect Structural Steel for Stair Tower
 Assemble and Erect Stairs and Platforms
 Assemble and Erect all Other Platforms and Handrails
 Install all Field Platform Support Clips
 Install Exhaust Stack Outlet Expansion Joint
 Install Stack Silencers
 Install Packing, Gaskets, Closures and Casing Penetration Sealing Devices
as Necessary per Detailed Drawings Supplied by Nooter/Eriksen
 Assemble and Erect EPA Platform on Exhaust Stack
 Install and Assemble all Instrumentation for Piping, Drums and Gas Side
Casing. Refer to Nooter/Eriksen’s HP and LP Trim Lists (Water Columns,
Gauge Glasses, Pressure Gauges, Level Transmitters, Thermocouples, etc.)
 Assemble and Install Drain Lines from all Safety Valves
 Assemble and Install Blow Offs from Water Columns
 Assemble and Install all other Drain Lines & Valves
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 Assemble and Install Drain Valves and Manifolds Along Side Each Heat
Transfer Section including Collecting all Multiple Drains at each Bundle
 Install Freeze Protection
 Tubeside Cleaning of HRSG
 Steam Blows
 Install Steam Drum Internals after Tubeside Cleaning
 Re-install non-return Valve Discs, Desuperheaters, Steam Sample Probes,
Measurement Devices or any other Equipment that was temporarily removed
for Steam Blows
 Install all Pneumatic Tubing or Pipe for Air Supplies and Signal Lines
 Install all Electrical Conduit, Wiring and Electrical Panels
 Install all External Personnel Protection (Not Required with Insulated Stack).
 Install all External Insulation on Remote Steam Drums, Drum Heads,
Interconnecting Piping, Drain Lines, etc.
 Install all External Insulation on Outlet Stack
 Install all External Insulation on Silencer Duct
 Touch-Up Primer and Finish Paint
 Commissioning, Check all Valves/Motor Operators Prior to Start-Up, etc.
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7.0 NON-DESTRUCTIVE EXAMINATION AND STRESS RELIEVING

7.1 The Erector shall provide all necessary equipment and manpower to
perform all required non-destructive testing as required by the Code or the
Purchaser.

7.2 As a minimum requirement, the Erector shall 100% Magnetic Particle Test
(MT) all field welds at corner connections on major structural frames. If
other more stringent non-destructive examination methods are required
(as required in high seismic areas, and/or as specified on N/E drawings),
the Erector shall perform them.

7.3 The Erector shall provide all stress relieving equipment and all necessary
materials and specialists as may be required to properly stress relieve the
welds as required by the Code and the Purchaser.

7.4 The Erector shall perform the stress relieving as required by Code and
maintain charts of time versus temperature gradients, copies of which
shall be submitted to the Purchaser. A copy of radiographic results and
procedures will be forwarded to the Purchaser. Purchaser will forward all
documentation to N/E that is to be included in the Master Document
Package.

7.5 In addition to the Mandatory Code Requirements for non-destructive


examination of welds, it is recommended that the following additional
radiography be applied:

1) At least 5% of all full penetration pressure part butt welds not


requiring radiography by the ASME Code, shall be 100%
radiographed.

This should be implemented by radiographing 5% of this category


of welds deposited by each welder.

In the event of a defect being identified in the prescribed 5%, a


further 5% of welds deposited by that welder shall be radiographed.
Should additional defects be identified, all welds deposited by that
welder shall be radiographed.
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This category of welds normally includes butt welds in the


downcomer & riser piping, and butt welds in the boiler proper and
boiler external piping.

2) Exhaust stack shall be erected, welded and inspected per the


requirements of ASME STS-1 and any local applicable codes.

8.0 UNLOADING, HANDLING AND STORAGE

8.1 Equipment to be installed shall be received, unloaded and stored by the


Erector in areas designated by the Purchaser. The Erector’s work shall
include moving the equipment from the storage area to the point of
installation or as otherwise specified. The cost to unload and transport all
items to the point of installation from the nearest railsiding shall be at no
extra cost to N/E. It is the Erector’s responsibility to unpack or uncrate all
equipment. This includes all protective materials/structures included with
equipment furnished.

8.2 The Erector shall unload, erect or store the equipment without delay.
Detention and demurrage charges, associated with failure to off-load rail
cars at the jobsite in the days allotted by the rail service, will be billed to
the Purchaser. Erector must notify the railroad immediately of cleaned
railcars to avoid unnecessary charges to the Purchaser. All deliveries,
unloading and transporting of equipment shall be coordinated through the
Purchaser to avoid interference with other operations. The Erector will
ensure that end-to-end support of the modules is sufficient during
transportation. If restraints are needed to ensure the integrity of the
modules during travel on steep grades, the Erector will install them as
required. If modules are stored, refer to the Module Storage
Recommendations drawing located in the “Miscellaneous” section of this
manual.

8.3 The Erector shall be responsible for the care and custody of the
equipment received. All N/E furnished equipment arriving at the railsiding
or site shall be checked by a representative of the Purchaser and turned
over to the Erector in good condition. The Erector shall be responsible
thereafter for the equipment until it is installed and accepted by the
Purchaser.

8.3.1 Any material shortages which conflict with Nooter/Eriksen Shipping


List must be identified and reported to N/E by the Purchaser in
writing within two (2) days of receipt of material. If inspection
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requires opening of protective shipping containers, it is the


Purchaser’s responsibility to repack and weather protect all items
after inspection.

8.3.2 If damaged materials or equipment is received, N/E shall be notified


in writing and with verifiable photographs or video provided within
(2) days of receipt of material.

8.3.3 Materials or equipment received, with damage incurred in transit,


shall be indicated on the Bill of Lading (BOL) when the material or
equipment receiving ticket is signed. Failure to indicate damages
on BOL will result in the repairs being the Erector’s responsibility.

8.3.4 The following shipping information will be marked or permanently


attached on each major component or package received:
a. Nooter/Eriksen Job Number/Unit Number (on N/E
General Arrangement Drawings).
b. Component Name.
c. Shipping Weight in Pounds.
d. Package Dimensions (on boxes only).

8.4 The Erector shall keep a written record of all equipment and materials
received at the jobsite and perform regular inspections and maintenance
during storage. These records shall be made available to the Purchaser
and N/E at all times.

8.4.1 All materials and equipment shall be stored in weather protected


enclosures or buildings unless they are essentially unaffected
by weather with prior Purchasers approval. All enclosures or
buildings necessary for storage shall be provided by the Erector.

8.4.2 All ducting or casing, with internal insulation, should be stored in


a position that would allow drainage of any water from the
insulation. Also, protective material, located at casing field
seams, should be left in place to protect the insulation, until field
seam installation begins.

8.4.3 Secondary casing panels are typically shipped with the internal
liner facing upward. The attachment points for tailing these
panels are located on the casing (downward) side of the panel.
It is the Erector’s responsibility to exercise caution in offloading
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and rotating these panels for installation, so that there is no


damage.

8.4.4 All piping must remain capped during storage and erection, in
order to preserve cleanliness.

8.4.5 Coils and drums are shipped with an internal vapor phase
corrosion inhibitor added prior to sealing nozzles with plastic
caps and tape. To maximize the protection against corrosion
and contamination, coil and drum nozzle caps and tape should
be maintained and remain intact as long as possible. It is
acceptable, however, to remove caps on lower header nozzles
temporarily to facilitate module draining during erection.

8.4.6 Valves and instrumentation are to be stored indoors.

9.0 MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT FURNISHED BY THE ERECTOR

The Erector shall furnish all items required for the work not specifically being
furnished by N/E. These items shall include, but not be limited to, labor saving
devices; special equipment and technicians for stress relieving; temporary
winterizing or freeze protection during erection for drainable and non-drainable
parts of the HRSG; hydrotest equipment. The Erector shall furnish all necessary
tools and construction equipment such as transporters, rigging equipment,
welding equipment, consumables, trucks, cranes, etc., necessary to perform the
work.

10.0 HRSG ERECTION

10.1 The Erector shall plan the erection of the HRSG taking into account N/E’s
recommended field erection procedures and specific requirements from
detailed project drawings, as listed in the Nooter/Eriksen Drawing List.

10.2 Erection Procedures are found with the reference documents at the back
of this manual in Section 15.0.

Note: Erector must comply with any special erection and storage requirements
provided by manufacturers/designers of specialty equipment such as, but
not limited to:

A) Duct Burners
B) Pumps
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C) Expansion Joints
D) Etc.

10.3 These procedures are provided as a guide for field erection based upon
N/E’s design of the system. Deviation from these procedures is not
recommended unless otherwise indicated on N/E’s Project Specific
Erection Drawings. If the Erector chooses to follow other procedures and
difficulty arises or damage occurs, the Erector will assume all
responsibility and all associated additional costs. N/E reserves the right to
review all changes to the procedure.

10.4 Caution: Certain components of this HRSG have been fabricated


using 91 Chrome materials (SA-213 T91, SA-335 P91, SA-387 Grade
P91, SA-234 F91, etc). Check your project specific drawings for the
exact location of this material.

This material has special welding, fabrication and heat treatment


requirements. Compliance with these requirements is necessary to ensure
the proper life of the component. Welding (including tack welding and
welding of temporary attachments) must be controlled at all times. Experts
should be consulted in developing the necessary welding procedures; all
welders must be qualified per ASME Section IX using Alloy 91 materials.

Proper control of the heating of the material (preheat, heat input of


welding, post heating, cooling and post weld heat treatment) must be
maintained at all times. It is recommended that testing after PWHT be
performed to verify that the proper micro structure has been acquired by
the appropriate welding/heat treat process. All weldments must be cooled
to below 200F (93C) prior to the performance of post weld heat
treatment.

Exposure of “as weld” (prior to the performance post weld heat treatment)
weldments to environmental elements is to be limited. Protection shall be
provided to prevent direct exposure to moisture.

Special care is to be taken to reduce the amount of additional stress when


moving any “as weld” weldments.

Use of the DC prod method of magnetic particle testing (MT) is prohibited.

This material must not be exposed to an open flame (flame impingement).


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Preheating to 400F (204C) of the material is to be done for all thermal


operations, including welding, tack welding, thermal cutting, gouging, etc.

All arc strikes not in the welding preparation zone must be ground and
verified by non-destructive examination (NDE) as not being detrimental to
the material.

When welding P91 to P22 material, N/E recommends that P91 welding
consumables are used.

Failure to comply with these cautions may void the Nooter/Eriksen


Warranty.

10.5 Freeze Protection


Any piping or parts of the equipment that may collect water and freeze
should be heat traced and insulated. This includes areas that could
accumulate snow and ice, such as open top silencers, safety valve
discharge stacks, etc.

11.0 TESTING

11.1 HYDROSTATIC TESTING

After field assembly, each pressure level of the HRSG and any interconnecting
piping within the ASME Code boundary must be hydrotested by the assembler
and witnessed by their Authorized Inspector (AI).

Additional hydrotests may be necessary during the life of the HRSG if any
alterations or repairs are performed within ASME Code boundaries.

The following information is provided to help protect the HRSG before and after
hydrostatic tests.

CAUTION: NOOTER/ERIKSEN DOES NOT RECOMMEND THE USE OF


PNEUMATIC TESTS IN LIEU OF HYDROSTATIC TESTS. HYDROSTATIC
TESTS, WHEN CONDUCTED PROPERLY, ARE A SAFE METHOD TO TEST
FABRICATED EQUIPMENT BEFORE OPERATION. DUE TO THE INHERENT
DANGER ASSOCIATED WITH A FAILURE UNDER PRESSURE FROM
COMPRESSED GAS OR AIR, PRESSURIZING WITH AIR OR GAS CAN BE
EXTREMELY DANGEROUS.
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Verify that all instruments are isolated to prevent damage from over
pressurization.

The HRSG components must not be exposed to pressures exceeding 1.5 times
the MAWP.

Review hydrotest procedures in the pressure safety valve manufacturer's


manual. For hydrotest pressures that exceed design pressure, the valves must
be isolated (pancaked or removed and replaced by blind flanges) from the test
pressure. When safety valve design pressures will not be exceeded during
hydrotest, some operators have successfully gagged the valves, but
Nooter/Eriksen does not recommend this procedure.

CAUTION: USE OF SAFETY VALVE "GAGS” WHEN HYDROSTATIC TEST


PRESSURES EXCEED DESIGN PRESSURES COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE
TO THE VALVE.

Severe corrosion can occur when inappropriate water is used for the hydrotest.
N/E recommends the following:

 Demineralized, deaerated water or polished is recommended.

 If demineralized water is not available, potable water may be used


provided all of the following are met:
a. Water source must be flushed and proven clean prior to discharge into
the boiler.
b. Water is to be filtered prior to first fill for hydrotest.
c. The water is to be sampled and tested prior to use. Testing shall be
conducted for pH, silica, iron, chloride, etc., for reference.
d. Water samples are to be taken prior to filling the boiler and during
draining, and maintained for reference.
e. Water must be drained immediately after hydrotest is complete.

 The hydrotest water, whether demineralized and deaerated or acceptable


potable water, must have the pH adjusted to 9.0 as a minimum

 Diethylhydroxylamine (DEHA) oxygen scavenger should be added to


hydrotest water to reduce oxygen concentration to 2 to 7 ppb.

 Chemicals should be added in a manner that provides thorough mixing.


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 If stainless steel parts are exposed to hydrotest media, chlorine content


must not exceed 30 ppm or these parts should be removed for the
hydrotest, if possible.

 Providing a high capacity hydrotest pump to allow filling the HRSG as


quickly as possible will provide the best results in expelling air from the
system. All vent valves should be open during filling to allow air to escape
the system.

 If a potential for freezing weather exists, the unit should be filled with the
warmest water available. (Note, however, that ASME Code defines metal
and water temperatures in PG99. This should be consulted for proper
temperatures.) Interior heating or other precautions may be necessary to
prevent freeze damage.

 After the test, the HRSG must be properly laid up to prevent damage from
corrosion or freezing. Unless water treated specifically for lay up was
used during the hydrotest and will be chemically maintained over the lay
up period, the HRSG must be drained and laid up dry within 24 hours.
(See the Nooter/Eriksen Lay Up recommendations.)

 If the HRSG will be drained, proper precautions must be taken to insure


that all water is removed from the unit. (See the Nooter/Eriksen draining
recommendations.)

 Stops on all spring cans should be removed after the field Hydrotest.

 All valves have been tested by the manufacturer to ASME B16.34 or API
598 requirements for pressure boundary and seat leak tightness. N/E will
warrant any leaking/seating issues on all N/E supplied valves through
HRSG hydrotesting. Any drain valve leakage that occurs after HRSG
hydrostatic testing has proved the valves were supplied as leak tight, is
the responsibility of the purchaser/owner and will not be considered as a
warranty issue by N/E.

CAUTION: HYDROTEST WATER LEFT IN THE HRSG CAN DO DAMAGE BY


FREEZING OR CORROSION.

Note: N/E will not accept any liability resulting from the particular chemistry of the
hydrotest water.
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12.0 PAINTING

The inner liner of the Nooter/Eriksen casing design system is exposed to


turbulence and vibration forces from the gas turbine exhaust. The liner has to be
securely attached to the cold casing. This is accomplished by the use of pins
and/or other components. Since these parts must be attached directly to the
outer casing, a certain amount of heat conduction is unavoidable and localized
areas of the external casing may exceed the average casing temperature.

In addition to the support system for the liner, there are liner/casing penetrations
and bearing points for coils and other internals, where there may be localized hot
spots on the outer casing. These hot spots may be noticed as small areas of
paint discoloration. These areas of higher casing temperature do not indicate
insulation breakdown and will not compromise the long term structural integrity of
the unit.

Paint discoloration and overall HRSG appearance is dramatically affected by the


choice of paint. Paints should have a continuous temperature rating of at least
450F. Other paint concerns could be a high curing temperature, color matching,
and VOC emissions. Nooter/Eriksen recommends using zinc rich primer. If a
topcoat is required, an aluminum colored silicone acrylic or alkyd is
recommended.

13.0 SUPPORTING REFERENCE DOCUMENTS

PROCEDURE NO. DESCRIPTION

13.1 EP-01 FOUNDATIONS, ANCHOR BOLTS & BASE PLATES


13.2 EP-02A SETTING OF MAJOR HRSG COMPONENTS (MODULAR)
13.3 EP-03A LIFTING AND RIGGING PROCEDURES (MODULAR)
13.4 EP-04A FIELD SEAM INSTALLATION (MODULAR)
13.5 EP-05A REMOVAL OF TEMPORARY STEEL/WOOD (MODULAR)
13.6 EP-06 STAIRTOWERS/PLATFORMS/LADDERS
13.7 EP-07 EXPANSION JOINT INSTALLATION
13.8 EP-08 GASKETS AND PACKING
13.9 EP-09 LARGE BORE PIPING
13.10 EP-10 SMALL BORE PIPING/TRIM
13.11 EP-11 FIELD WELDMENTS
13.12 EP-12 PSV’S, START-UP VENTS & STACKS
13.13 EP-13 RECOMMENDED TUBESIDE CLEANING
13.14 EP-14 NOT USED
13.15 FIELD SERVICE SITE VISITS
SUR IPP PROJECT, OMAN
N/E JOB NO. 113100
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13.16 NOOTER/ERIKSEN BACKCHARGE / EXTRA WORK POLICY


13.17 MANWAY COVERS
13.18 DESCRIPTIVE ORIENTATION
13.19 LIFTING DEVICE DRAWINGS
13.20 MODULE STORAGE

14.0 DISTRIBUTION GRID

The inlet may require a field installed distribution grid, based on a flow model
study. See Inlet Duct drawings for specific details.

15.0 SHIPPING SEQUENCE

A shipping sequence will be issued on a periodic basis to keep everyone


informed on the latest delivery status of the HRSG components. This will be a
“working” document that will be updated with the latest information, including
changes in anticipated delivery dates, shipping status, rail car numbers, etc. The
delivery dates shown are not contractual dates but a reflection of the current
shipping information.

16.0 PIPING

This contract requires that the 3” Nooter/Eriksen standard field trim be eliminated
from the LB piping (except on all drum risers). Because of the elimination of the
standard field trim, Nooter/Eriksen is not subject to field backcharges for
mismatches on LB piping of less than 3” (i.e. if 3” field trim was left on, the field
could have made the adjustment to the pipe).

17.0 DRAIN VALVES

Block valves have been supplied on all drain lines. All valves have been hydro
tested by the manufacturer to ASME B16.34 or API 598 requirements for
pressure boundary and seat leak tightness. N/E will warrant any leaking/seating
issues on all N/E supplied valves through hydrostatic testing. It is the purchaser’s
responsibility to appropriately clean, flush and drain the HRSG during
commissioning and/or normal operation. Opening of drain valves with the unit
under pressure greater than 100 psig can be damaging to the valves. The
exception to this rule is the opening of superheater and reheater drains under
startup conditions to eliminate any condensate that may have accumulated. Any
drain valve leakage that occurs after hydrostatic testing has proved the valves
were supplied as leak tight, is the responsibility of the purchaser/operator and will
not be considered as a warranty issue by N/E.
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FOUNDATIONS
ANCHOR BOLTS AND BASE PLATES

1.0 The contractor responsible for foundation installation shall meet the requirements of
N/E’s foundation drawing.

1.1 The Contractor shall establish the centerline of the unit and the longitudinal
reference point and set anchor bolts per N/E’s foundation drawing.

1.2 All anchor bolts shall be located with the following tolerances. (Refer to
Drawing EP-01-01).

- From centerline of bolt group to HRSG centerline:  ¼”.


- Between adjacent anchor bolts with the group:  1/8”.
- From centerline of bolt group to HRSG longitudinal reference point:  ¼”.
- Anchor bolt projection:  ½”.

1.3 Anchor bolts shall be installed when possible using embedded sleeves (min
12” depth). This will assist in the installation of the equipment if either base
plate holes or anchor bolts are located out of tolerance.

1.4 A benchmark for elevation reference shall be provided at a location close to


the HRSG. The reference elevation shall be the Purchaser’s reference
elevation shown on N/E’s General Arrangement.

1.5 It is recommended not to grout (Note: Only non-shrink grout is to be used)


the foundation slide plates until after the HRSG columns have been set and
properly aligned. Pre-grouting, before setting of these columns, eliminates
the ability to adjust slide plates by shimming, which is normally required to
allow adjustment due to manufacturing tolerances of the HRSG. The
contractor has the flexibility to grout anytime after the HRSG columns have
been set and properly aligned. However, in any case, foundation slide plates
shall be sufficiently shimmed in the field to prevent damage to the HRSG
equipment or foundations. Design, manufacture and installation of the
foundations, shims and grout are not by Nooter/Eriksen.

1.6 Shear tabs, if shown at column base plate details, shall be installed after
column setting. Welding of the shear tabs shall be on three sides only. No
welding on the side of the tab next to column base plate is permitted.

2.0 The Erector of the HRSG shall be responsible for the following items:

2.1 The Erector shall fit each HRSG foundation support point with a slide plate.
Slide plates serve two functions. One, it allows the elevations of the top of
the slide plate to be adjusted through shimming. Second, provides a flat
surface on which the equipment can move due to temperature expansion.

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FOUNDATIONS
ANCHOR BOLTS AND BASE PLATES

2.2 The Erector shall check to insure that the anchor bolt threads are clean and
all damaged threads corrected using a thread chaser.

2.3 All anchor bolts, slide plates, grout and shims are furnished by someone
other than N/E. Nooter/Eriksen is not responsible for design and/or
workmanship of any of the above referenced material located below the
bottom of the HRSG base plates.

2.4 The Erector shall check the elevations of all foundations and the location of
all anchor bolts prior to equipment installation. Refer to the benchmark for
elevation reference. Any deviation from allowable tolerances as listed on
Drawing EP-01-01 should be brought to the attention of the Purchaser. All as
built dimensions are to be documented and provided to N/E and the
Purchaser upon request.
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1.1 Some components are provided to the field with lift lugs. These lugs are only
designed to lift the components as supplied. These lugs are not designed to lift
the components after any additional assembly by Field Erector. It is the Erector’s
responsibility to design and install any lugs required for lifting of pre-assembled
components. Each component shall be handled using N/E Erection Procedure
drawings. All rigging, spreader beams, shackles, etc. shall be furnished and
designed by the Erector to meet the expected loading and the requirements of
the procedures.

1.2 MODULAR

1.2.1 The following items shall be checked to insure that critical attachment
locations are maintained.

1.2.1.1 Set the top of the slide plates at the theoretical elevation.

1.2.1.2 Base plates shall be greased prior to installation. (Axle


quality grease is recommended). Check to make sure grease
fittings are installed. There should be a minimum of two (2)
per base plate, OR, if teflon slide packs are used, they must
be installed, including welding of the upper pack to the bottom
of the casing panel column base plate before setting of
panels.

1.2.2 Set primary casing panels and roof beams as defined in EP-04A.

1.2.2.1 Each column shall be set so that the inside flange is at the
theoretical distance from the centerline of the HRSG.

1.2.2.2 Erection tolerances are to be in accordance with EP-11. The


inside liner-to-liner dimensions should be checked and
documented against the corresponding module dimensions to
ensure that module can be set.

1.2.2.3 Unless otherwise stated on N/E’s Foundation Footprint


Drawing, anchor bolts shall be finger tight. All shall be
double-nutted.

1.2.3 Install secondary casing panels

1.2.3.1 Erection tolerances to be in accordance with EP-11. (Also


refer to EP-03 for rigging procedures.)

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1.2.3.2 Upon completion of casing alignment, it is important to verify


casing opening dimensions where modules will be placed in
the HRSG. The inside liner-to-liner dimensions should be
checked and documented against the corresponding module
dimensions to ensure that module can be set. The pin row-
to-pin row dimension shall also be checked at the field seam
locations, to ensure that the field seam plates will fit.

1.2.3.3 Secondary casing panels are typically shipped with the


internal liner facing upward. The attachment points for tailing
these panels are located on the casing (downward) side of
the panel. It is the Erector’s responsibility to exercise caution
in offloading and rotating these panels for installation, so that
there is no damage.

1.2.4 After completion of all required welding, bolting and testing, it is


acceptable to set modules within the casing panel.

1.2.4.1 It is recommended not to grout the foundation slide plates


until after the HRSG columns have been set and properly
aligned. Pre-grouting, before setting of these columns,
eliminates the ability to adjust slide plates by shimming, which
is normally required to allow adjustment due to manufacturing
tolerances of the HRSG. The contractor has the flexibility to
grout anytime after the HRSG columns have been set and
properly aligned. However, in any case, foundation slide
plates shall be sufficiently shimmed in the field to prevent
damage to the HRSG equipment or foundations. Design,
manufacture and installation of the foundations, shims and
grout are not by Nooter/Eriksen.

1.2.5 After each primary casing panel is set, shimmed, checked for correct
elevation, and plumbed, the anchor bolt washers and nuts can be
installed. N/E provides enlarged holes in the base plates to facilitate
module installation. Anchor bolt washers (as detailed on N/E drawings)
are to be installed on the base plates as indicated on N/E foundation
detail drawings.
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1.2.6 When setting the modules, the nozzle connections shall be checked
against the Nooter/Eriksen drawings for correct station location and
elevation to within (+) or (-) ¼”. Nozzle locations should be checked with
a transit. Do not rely on shop stenciling for module location. Refer
to Nooter/Eriksen field erection drawings for module configuration
and unit location.

1.2.7 Removal of temporary shipping wood/steel must be completed before


startup. See Procedure EP-05A.

1.2.8 For each successive module set, particular attention shall be given to
make sure that the modules location and elevation are maintained. The
nozzle orientation, as shown on Nooter/Eriksen drawings, shall be used
as the primary guide for the setting and the alignment of modules.

1.3 DUCTING/BREECHING

1.3.1 All ducting is furnished in either completed sections or in knocked down


panels. In each case the same check list of items required for module
setting shall be followed, except that the top of each column shall be
checked for correct station location and plumbness.

1.3.2 If the HRSG is provided with an SCR, the Erector is to verify that the
Catalyst Loading Opening is plumb and square so that the Catalyst
Loading Doors will fit properly (trial fitting the Catalyst Loading Doors is
recommended). This must be done prior to final welding of the SCR duct
frame corner connections.

1.4 EXHAUST STACK

1.4.1 Exhaust stack shall be erected, welded and inspected per the
requirements of ASME STS-1 and any local applicable codes.

1.4.2 All rigging, spreader beams, shackles, etc. shall be furnished by the
Erector to meet the requirements of the procedures.

1.4.3 Exhaust stacks are provided with either anchor chairs or an anchor bolt
ring. In either case, the stack is considered to be fixed against
longitudinal movement.

1.4.4 Anchor bolts shall straddle natural centerlines.


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1.4.5 Unless otherwise stated on N/E’s Foundation Footprint Drawing, all


stack anchor bolts shall be torqued tight per AISC, since the stack is
considered fixed (See 1.6.2).

1.4.6 Prior to setting the stack, the Erector should prepare the concrete for
shim pack locations. Enough shim packs should be used to prevent
damage to the foundations.

1.4.7 Exhaust stack can come in one piece, two pieces, or multiple sections
depending on the diameter of the stack. If supplied K/D, orientation of
vertical seams will be found on fabricator’s drawings.

1.4.8 If the stack is provided with a damper, the damper shall be installed after
the bottom stack section is installed vertically on the stack foundation.
The damper shall not be attached to any stack cylinders prior to lifting
into final position, to prevent damage to the damper.

1.4.9 For thermal expansion between the last HRSG module and the fixed
exhaust stack, there will be an expansion joint. It is important to ensure
the following items are checked.

- Elevations of module and stack are at the proper locations.


- The centerline of the stack matches the centerline of the module.
- Module and stack are plumb within ¼”
- Distance between the module and stack maintained to within ¼” of
theoretical

1.4.10 It is recommended that the platforming required for EPA test ports be
installed just prior to lifting the stack sections.

1.4.11 Personnel protection at the elevated platforms can be installed prior to


erecting the stack if painting is not required. It is recommended that the
personnel protection at the base be installed after the stack has been set
and any painting requirements are completed.

1.5 REMOTE DRUMS

1.5.1 Normally the remote steam drums are supplied without lifting lugs
attached in the shops.

1.5.1.1 See Drawing EP-03-5 for details of erection procedure.


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1.5.1.2 Slings shall not break against any nozzle or nozzle


reinforcement pad.

1.5.1.3 Softeners should be used with cable slings to prevent


damage to material.

1.5.2 Each drum will be fitted with at least two support saddles. Guides shall
be installed around the saddle, after the drum is in its final position to
limit any movement and for resisting lateral wind and earthquake
loadings.

1.5.3 Both drum saddle base plates shall be greased prior to installation.
(Axle quality grease is recommended). If other slide mechanisms are
used, greasing may be omitted. Check to make sure grease fittings are
installed. There should be a minimum of one (1) grease fitting per
saddle base plate.

1.5.4 When teflon slide packs are used at the drum saddle base plates, be
sure to attach the teflon slide packs to both the drum base plate and
support steel, prior to setting the drum on the support structure.

1.5.5 It is very important that the steam drums be located properly. The
difference in elevation of the drum centerline, from one end to the other,
shall be no greater than ½”.

Erector to check elevation and location of drum nozzles. Tolerance on


location of these nozzles is:

Elevation: +/- ½”
Location: +/- ¼”

1.6 ANCHOR BOLT TIGHTENING REQUIREMENTS

1.6.1 Anchor bolts that are to be snug tight shall be tightened per AISC
Specification for Structural Joints Using ASTM A325 or A490 Bolts.

1.6.2 Anchor bolts that are to be torqued tight shall be tightened per AISC
Specification for Structural Joints using ASTM A325 or A490 Bolts “Turn-
of-Nut tightening”. It is not necessary to provide a representative
sample, but follow the guidelines of the appropriate table.
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1.7 Flow arrows are provided for convenience of the Erector. Nooter/Eriksen
accepts no liability for incorrectly marked flow arrows, as it is still the Erector’s
responsibility to check components against drawings to assure proper installation
orientation.

1.8 Field welding: As a minimum, all structural field welding is to be in accordance


with AWS D1.1. All pressure part field welding is to be in accordance with
applicable codes.
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LIFTING AND RIGGING
PROCEDURES
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1.1 This procedure is presented to provide an understanding of how Nooter/Eriksen


has designed the equipment to be handled during the setting or erection phase.
It is the responsibility of the Erector to meet these requirements. Any deviation
from these shall be brought to the attention of Nooter/Eriksen for review.
Erector’s rigging plan shall be made available to Nooter/Eriksen, for information
purposes only, prior to handling of heavy components.

1.2 All rigging and lifting equipment shall be designed and furnished by the Erector to
meet the expected loading and the requirements of all procedures and drawings.
Design and use of this equipment shall comply with all applicable codes, industry
standards and safety guidelines. One example of each type of lifting device
(one Horizontal Lifting Device and one Strongback Device) shall be
provided by Nooter/Eriksen, provided Erector executes Nooter/Eriksen’s
standard Release & Indemnity Agreement. Before the Nooter/Eriksen
supplied lifting devices are used, the Erector must verify that all device
components are properly tagged to indicate that their capacity is consistent with
the devices specified on Nooter/Eriksen’s job specific Lifting Drawings.

1.3 Lifting lugs are designed to handle shear, tension and bending. A small amount
of lateral load has been designed into the lug to account for any cable
misalignment. Ideally the loads should act in line with the lug; however, a six
degree (6°) maximum offset is acceptable. Lifting lugs are limited for use at –
20°F and above. When lifting operation temperatures are below –20°F, contact
Nooter/Eriksen for review.

1.4 In some cases, a freeze protection medium may be added to the modules prior
to shipment. In these cases, the freeze protection medium is Dow Chemical’s
“Dow Frost”, or an N/E approved equal, which is propylene glycol. The MSDS is
made available with the shipping documents. The removal and disposal of the
freeze protection medium is the responsibility of the field erector.

1.5 MODULES

1.5.1 Each module is fitted with lifting lugs on the top headers or roof panel in
the shop. There are usually three lifting operations performed on each
module. The first is accomplished when the module first arrives at the
jobsite and is lifted in the horizontal position from the railcar onto the
transporter. Refer to the job specific N/E Module Lifting Drawings for the
general procedure.

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1.5.2 The horizontal off-loading lift is performed with the Horizontal Lifting
Device. The device attaches as shown on the appropriate job specific
N/E Module Lifting Drawing(s), utilizing all of the strap lugs that are
provided with the shipping steel. The Horizontal Lifting Device must be
adjusted (width of device, as well as lug position) to fit the geometry of
the module. It may also be necessary to make adjustments between lifts
of different modules.

1.5.3 It is necessary to support the module upper headers (this can be done
through the roof beams), the lower headers, and all shipping beams
during transportation on the heavy haul transporter and during storage.
The supports should be installed in a manner to keep the upper and
lower headers at the same plane as they were shipped from the module
fabricator within +/-1”. See sketch “Module Storage (Staggered Pitch)”.

1.5.4 Refer to the actual job specific Nooter/Eriksen Module Lifting Drawings
for all details of the lifting devices.

1.5.5 The second lift is the lift from transporter to Strongback Device. This is
performed using the same rigging that was used for the first lift.

1.5.6 The third lift is the horizontal to vertical lift. This is accomplished by using
the Strongback Device. Refer to the actual job specific Nooter/Eriksen
Module Lifting Drawings for details and procedure.

1.5.7 Once the module is in the vertical position, it can be placed between the
appropriate columns and set in its final position. Each module roof is
equipped with support beams with a portion of the upper roof attached.
When the module is placed between the support columns, the load is
transferred from the module support beams to the upper frames.

1.5.8 After each lift, the lifting devices and all associated bolting/pins shall be
inspected by the Erector, to assure no damage has occurred and confirm
that all bolting is tightened as required. Any bent, worn or damaged
bolts/pins shall be replaced as necessary, with identical bolting/pins as
stated on the pertinent Nooter/Eriksen Drawings from the following list:
STRONGBACK01, STRONGBACK02, STRONGBACK03,
STRONGBACK16, HORIZLIFTDEV 1, HORIZLIFTDEV 2,
HORIZLIFTDEV 3, and HORIZLIFTDEV 7. Copies of these drawings are
included in the “MISCELLANEOUS” section of this manual.
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1.5.9 It is the Erector’s responsibility to assure that the lift devices provided by
Nooter/Eriksen are being used properly and all lifting operations are in
accordance with the requirements as noted on Nooter/Eriksen drawings
and this Erection Manual to prevent damage to equipment and injury to
personnel. Erector will be responsible for any damage caused due to
failure to comply with these requirements.

1.5.10 After all use of the Nooter/Eriksen supplied lifting devices is completed,
the Erector is to fully dismantle them for return to Nooter/Eriksen. If
supplied containerized, Erector is to repack all components in containers
for shipment.

1.6 DUCTING

1.6.1 Lifting lugs are provided on ducting supplied in panel sections. Refer to
Erection Drawing EP-03A-09 through –12 for details of lifting procedure
and lifting lugs.

1.6.2 Lifting lugs are designed to be used with spreader beams.

1.7 EXHAUST STACKS

1.7.1 Exhaust stacks are shipped to the sites in several different forms.

a. Multiple arc sections for field welding into cylindrical sections


b. Shop fabricated cylindrical sections

1.7.2 The Erector has the option to build the stack by setting the cylinders
individually into the vertical position or to pre-assemble multiple cylinders
into a sub-assembly on the ground before lifting. If the cylinders are sub-
assembled on the ground, the Erector shall design and provide all
bracing required to prevent damage to the stack.

1.7.3 It is the Erector’s responsibility to design and supply the required lifting
and rigging equipment based on their chosen method for erection of the
stack.

1.7.4 If a stack is provided with a damper, the damper shall be installed after
the bottom stack section is installed vertically on the stack foundation.
The damper shall not be attached to any stack cylinders prior to lifting
into final position, to prevent damage to the damper.
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1.8 REMOTE STEAM DRUMS

1.8.1 There are no lifting lugs provided on remote steam drums.

1.8.2 See Drawing EP-03-05A for details of erection procedure.

1.8.3 Slings shall not break against any nozzle or nozzle reinforcement pad.

1.8.4 Softeners should be used with cable slings to prevent damage to


materials.

1.8.5 The Remote Steam Drum lifting weights are 5% greater than the shipping
weights marked on the Steam Drums.
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SEAM INSTALLATION (MODULAR)

1.0 GENERAL

1.1 This procedure will provide general details, design considerations and
general installation procedures needed for installation. The Erector should
refer to the erection drawings for actual job details.

1.2 The liner assembly on all breeching and modules is designed to allow the
protective internal liner system to expand freely due to temperature
expansion of the components.

1.3 The liner system is composed of a series of overlapping plates, pinned to


the outside casing.

1.4 It is important that the installation of the field seams be understood prior to
beginning work. Failure to install field seams correctly can lead to casing
hot spots, loss of insulation and general failure of the integrity of the liner
system.

1.5 When casing and ducting are shipped with plastic weather protection on
the exposed insulation, it must be removed prior to installation of the field
seam insulation.

2.0 ASSEMBLY SEQUENCE

2.1 Sidewall Casing Panels (Primary and Secondary)

2.1.1 The primary casing panels have the main structural columns
attached to them. These panels are to be set on their
foundations, bolted/welded and braced in their final positions.
Combination bolted and welded connections are to remain bolted
after welding. It is the Erector’s responsibility to perform structural
welding in a manner that ensures that completed components are
within the tolerances specified in EP-11.

2.1.2 The secondary casing panels are stiffened with flat bar. To install
these panels it will be necessary to insert one edge of the casing
inside the column and rotate the other end in past the other
column and slide the casing to the proper position for weld to the
columns. See Drawing EP-04A-06.

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SEAM INSTALLATION (MODULAR)

2.1.3 The field seams between sidewall casing panels are seal welded
at the outer casing from the outside of the system. The insulation
pins, insulation and inner liner are installed from the inside of the
system. See Drawing EP-04A-07 and EP-04A-10.

2.2 Floor Beams and Floor Casing panels

2.2.1 For ease of installation, the floor beams are fit-up and held in
position with bolted connections. Bolt the primary floor panel to
columns on the sidewall casing. Attachment welding of floor
beam to sidewall columns is shown on the Erection Drawings for
the actual job details. Bolts are to be snug tight per AISC
Specification for Structural Joints Using ASTM A325 or A490
Bolts, unless otherwise specified on drawings.

2.2.2 Set the secondary floor casing in place and seal weld to the
adjoining primary floor casing from the liner side of the casing
panel.

2.2.3 The field seam between the sidewall and the floor casing is
completed by installing the corner angle from the inside and
installing the insulation and outer casing plate from the outside.
See Drawing EP-04A-08.

2.3 Roof Beams

2.3.1 The roof beams are sent to the field with the casing, insulation
and liners shop installed.

2.3.2 The roof beams are bolted to the sidewall columns as the primary
sidewall casings are erected. See the individual job details for
bolt and weld requirements. This will provide stability for the
structural frame. Bolts are to be snug tight per AISC Specification
for Structural Joints Using ASTM A325 or A490 Bolts, unless
otherwise specified on drawings.

2.3.3 Attach the corner angles and insulation between the sidewall and
roof beam as the sidewall and the roof beams are erected (See
Drawing EP-04A-09). Due to access issues, this must be
completed before installing modules.
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SEAM INSTALLATION (MODULAR)

2.4 Roof Casing

2.4.1 The roof casings are shop installed onto the modules unless
noted otherwise on drawings. Care should be taken to ensure
that the liners are not damaged during the installation of the coils.

2.4.2 If tadpole gaskets are used, they shall be partially shop installed
on roof beams. Field attachment of tadpole gaskets on corner
angles may be required after the corner angle is in place (see
Drawing EP-04A-09), and before the modules are installed.

2.4.3 Field seams are required between the adjacent shop installed
module roofs and between the shop installed module roofs and
the sidewall. See the individual module drawings for the field
seam configurations supplied by the module fabricator.

3.0 FIELD SEAM LINER INSTALLATION

3.1 Field liner plates shall follow the lapping sequence of the shop liner plates.
The actual laps on shop assembled pieces may vary from what is shown
in this standard. (See Drawing EP-04-10)

3.2 Before installing the field liner, the field seam cavity shall be completely
packed with ceramic fiber insulation. Care shall be taken to ensure that all
void areas are filled. If the field seam insulation is composed of multiple
layers, insulation seams shall be staggered.

3.3 Insulation pins are installed in the shop on the inside of column flanges.
Bend pins perpendicular to liner plate prior to installation of insulation.

4.0 VENDOR SUPPLIED EQUIPMENT

4.1 SCR and CO catalyst systems, as well as catalyst frames and burners,
could be field installed in Nooter/Eriksen’s casing. This equipment can be
shipped to the site in either panels or in complete modules. The field
assembly of this equipment, if required, will be provided under separate
cover from the appropriate Vendor.

4.2 Field seams between the Vendor equipment and the Nooter/Eriksen
casing panels will be per Erection Procedure Drawings EP-04A-06 thru
09, and the individual job field seam drawings.
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1.0 GENERAL

1.1 Temporary steel, wood and bolting may be used to secure the modules or other
components during shipment. Also, temporary support steel may be affixed to
components to assure stability during shipment and/or installation.

1.2 Material to be removed will be painted YELLOW except as listed below.


 Wood will not be painted yellow; all wood is to be removed.
 On large temporary steel, the bolting and approximately 12” from the bolted
connection on the steel will be painted yellow.

2.0 COIL MODULES

2.1 All steel that is used to secure the module to the rail car is to be removed
completely just prior to off loading. If the modules are to be stored on the rail
car, they are to remain secured until just prior to off loading.

2.2 All material that is temporary by design shall be removed after the module is in
its full upright position. Any wood blocking should be removed before the
module is installed into the casing.

2.3 In some instances, modules will be shipped to the site with metal strapping
wrapped around the tube field, centered between vibration supports, and below
the lowest vibration support. This strapping must remain in place during the
horizontal-to-vertical lift. After the horizontal-to-vertical lift is completed, the
strapping is to be removed in the field. These straps are not painted yellow,
since they must remain in place until the horizontal-to-vertical lift is completed

2.4 Some Evaporator modules are ultimately supported by their corresponding


Steam Drums via riser pipes. As such, the temporary bundle support steel
must remain in place until all of the connecting riser pipes are 100% installed,
welded, post weld heat treated (if required), and have received quality
acceptance. Following completion of this work, the temporary bundle support
steel can be removed and the casing field seams completed. This temporary
bundle support steel is painted yellow for field removal. However, the Field
Erector must verify that this steel is to be removed by a thorough review
of N/E Field Erection Drawings (See Drawing EP-05A-1 and coil module
drawings for details). If there is any lack of clarity regarding removal of
temporary bundle support steel, N/E is to be contacted for assistance.

2.5 In some instances, Superheater and/or Reheater Module upper headers are
supported externally, either directly by spring can supports or by
interconnecting piping. In these instances, temporary bundle support steel is
provided to support the headers during shipping and erection. This temporary
bundle support steel can be removed only after all external header supports
and/or associated piping (including pipe supports) are 100% installed, welded,
post weld heat treated (if required), and have received quality acceptance.
Following completion of this work, the temporary bundle support steel can be
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removed and the casing field seams completed. This temporary bundle support
steel is painted yellow for field removal. However, the Field Erector must
verify that this steel is to be removed by a thorough review of N/E Field
Erection Drawings (See coil module drawings for details). If there is any lack
of clarity regarding removal of temporary bundle support steel, N/E is to be
contacted for assistance.

2.6 For modules that are lifted using the Strongback Lifting Device, the following
must be considered:
 Shipping cradles at vibration supports and lower headers must remain intact
until module is installed on Strongback.

 Shipping cradle at upper headers must be removed prior to installing


module on Strongback.
 All shipping cradle side plates and tie rods must be removed after module is
installed on Strongback, but prior to lifting from horizontal-to-vertical.
 Any retainer tabs installed on shipping cradle beams must be removed prior
to horizontal-to-vertical lift, to avoid interference with vibration supports.

3.0 STACK SHIPPING AND ERECTION STEEL

3.1 Stacks that are shipped in cylinders will have temporary steel, painted yellow, at
the openings. This temporary steel should be removed after the stack is in the
upright position.

3.2 Stacks that are shipped in 120 deg. segments shall have the temporary steel
remain in place until the stack has been assembled and welded into cylinders
and in the upright position.

4.0 RAIL CAR “TIE DOWN” STEEL

4.1 All rail cars are to be cleared of tie down steel, by the Erector, prior to release
back to the railroad. Charges will be applied to the Erector if not cleaned
properly, or if rail cars are not turned back over to the railroad in the allotted
free time.

5.0 CARE OF LIFTING DEVICES AND COIL MODULE SHIPPING SUPPORT STEEL

5.1 It is the Purchaser’s and Erector’s responsibility to load the Nooter/Eriksen coil
module shipping support beams, shipping horses and lift devices on a truck for
transport back to Nooter/Eriksen’s shop facility.

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5.2 It is the Erector’s responsibility to maintain the coil module shipping support and
lift devices in the as received condition. No modifications to this equipment are
to be performed without written consent by Nooter/Eriksen.

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ERECTION PROCEDURE FOR STAIR
TOWERS/PLATFORMS/LADDERS

1.0 GENERAL

1.1 The access steel is to be erected using the AISC Code, standard practice for
steel building and bridges.

1.2 The tolerances as specified within AISC for connections shall be applicable.

1.3 Platform steel will be shop fabricated into sub-assemblies.

1.4 All pieces shall be marked with identifying numbers. The markings shall
correspond to markings shown on platform erection drawings.

1.5 The following grating installation procedures are to be performed by the


Erector.

a. Field cutting and reinforcement of all piping penetrations through


grating.

b. Cutting of grating for piping supports.

2.0 STAIR TOWERS

2.1 It is recommended that the stair tower be erected as soon as possible. This
will provide access to HRSG for performing other functions and will minimize
the amount of temporary scaffolding.

2.2 The stair tower columns shall be set on piers provided by the concrete
Contractor. The structural steel columns and beams should be squared and
plumbed prior to torquing the bolting. The anchor bolts and bolting shall be
torqued per AISC.

2.3 The stair tower is attached to the HRSG at one or more levels. The
attachments should be field located and welded to the HRSG as indicated on
the erection drawing. These should be installed as the stair tower goes up so
that adequate bracing is provided. The stair tower shall not be used for
access purposes until all bolting and attachment welding has been
completed.

3.0 PLATFORMS AND LADDERS

3.1 It is recommended that the platforms be installed as soon as possible. This


will provide access to many of the areas where functions necessary for the
completion of the HRSG can be obtained without providing temporary
scaffolding.

3.2 In order to insure proper platform elevations the attachment clips to the
HRSG are to be field installed.

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3.3 The elevations of platforms shall be checked. It should be noted that the
elevations given for platforms, as well as all HRSG components, are from
reference elevation. For N/E, this is always the bottom of the HRSG column
base plates. (Reference: base plate elevation 0’-0”).

3.4 The platforms are normally erected by first installing the support brackets and
clips to the HRSG and then lifting the pre-assembled sections into place and
bolting or welding.

3.5 Ladder footings at grade shall be field erected.

3.6 Ladders shall be fully installed including cage connections, support clips,
footing bolts, and safety gates, prior to releasing them for access use.
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EXPANSION JOINT INSTALLATION

1.0 GENERAL

1.1 Reference Section 10.0 of the “GENERAL” section of this Manual for storage
and responsibility of the equipment that the purchaser receives on site.

1.2 The Erector shall use the lifting points and/or lugs provided with the
equipment.

1.3 For recommended lifting, handling and storage, refer to the vendor
procedures.

1.4 The Erector shall use extreme caution in the handling of the expansion joint.
The fabric shall be covered to protect from welding and puncturing.

1.5 The bolting that connects the expansion joint to HRSG equipment should be
provided by the expansion joint supplier. It is recommended that these bolts
be inserted and tack welded in place prior to installing the expansion joint.
Bolting for the attachment to other equipment will be by the Erector.

2.0 MODULAR EXPANSION JOINTS

2.1 All shipping ties are to be left in place until a minimum of one side of the joint
is installed on the equipment. Use temporary cribbing, as required, to prevent
excessive stretching of the fabric, or distortion of the internal liner system.

2.2 When installed, the expansion joint flanges, relative to each other, shall not
vary by more than ¾”, in compression, extension and lateral offset. Actual
dimensions, if beyond this limit, shall be submitted to Nooter/Eriksen for
review and approval.

2.3 Field joint material as shown on the field erection drawings, shall be provided
by the Erector unless otherwise noted.

3.0 KNOCKED DOWN EXPANSION JOINTS

3.1 The Manufacturers assembly procedures must be followed explicitly.


Deviation from this procedure must be approved, in writing, by N/E or the
performance and mechanical warranty will be to the account of the Erector.

3.2 When installed, the expansion joint flanges, relative to each other, shall be
within +/- ¼”, in compression, extension and lateral offset.

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GASKETS & PACKING

1.0 GENERAL

1.1 All casing penetrations and access openings on the HRSG shall be gas tight.
Sealing shall be at the outer casing.

1.2 Shop installed gaskets and packing joints may have loosened in shipping; a check
of all these areas should be done at the initial start up of the system, and any
leaks found should be corrected as soon as possible, to prevent damage to the
outer casing.

2.0 GASKETS

2.1 Code Pressure Part Gaskets

2.1.1 Three (3) manway gaskets are provided for every drum manway: One (1)
gasket for field hydrotest and all field pressurization prior to start-up,
including boil-out; one (1) gasket replaces the gasket used for boil-out on
the system; and one (1) spare gasket is provided for initial operation.

2.1.2 Care should be taken with all gasket surfaces to insure that they are not
damaged.

2.1.3 All flanges and manway style gasket joints are to be assembled and
tightened, per industry standard.

2.1.4 The gasket surfaces shall be free of all dirt and grease (they are inspected
and approved prior to shipping). Damage incurred while stored, or in the
Purchaser’s possession, shall be to the account of the Purchaser.

2.1.5 All valve and instrumentation packing shall remain in its original shipping
container (any cost resulting from mishandling of valve or instrumentation
packing shall be to the account of the Purchaser).

2.1.6 Gage glass packing on the water column shall be replaced with new
packing after boil-out and prior to start-up.
CAUTION: See the notes in EP-13, “Boiling-out Procedure”, about the
temporary glass used for boil-out.

2.2 Casing Gaskets

2.2.1 All casing access doors are to be sealed with a flat bolting tape gasket
(shop installed). Care should be taken to insure that the gasket is not
damaged when the door is opened in the field.

2.2.1.1 All casing access door gaskets should be replaced at the


first sign of embrittlement. The bolting tape shall lay flat
against the surfaces with no laps or gathering of the
material.

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2.2.2 Bolting casing connections are to be sealed with a flat bolting tape gasket
and tightened uniformly all around the perimeter.

2.2.2.2 The bolting tape shall lay flat against the surfaces with no
laps or gathering of the material.

2.2.3 Sliding packing joints used on nozzle casing penetrations will have a
gasket between the bolt plate and the outer casing. This gasket should be
checked for leakage at the initial start-up of the system (if leaks exist,
tighten the bolting).

3.0 CASING PENETRATIONS

3.1 Shop Installed Packing Joints

3.1.1 Some pressure part nozzles, as noted on Nooter/Eriksen drawings, that


project through the outer casing are packed with ceramic fiber rope
insulation and have a gland installed to maintain a tight seal against the
movement of the nozzle. The Erector is to apply anti-seize compound to
all packing gland bolting.

3.1.2 All shop installed packing joints should be checked for leakage at the initial
start-up of the system. If a leak is found, the gland is to be tightened to
achieve a seal. Additional rope packing is to be installed if the leak
persists.

3.2 Shop Installed Bolt Plate Seals

3.2.1 Some pressure part nozzles, as noted on Nooter/Eriksen drawings, that


project through the outer casing consist of a collar plate that is gasketed
and bolted to the HRSG casing. These collar plates must be field welded
to the nozzles.

3.3 Fabric Expansion Bellows (@ HRSG Roof)

3.3.1 The roof expansion bellows are shipped installed if the roof is attached in
the shop.

3.3.2 Fabric bellows must be protected from weld splatter and puncture during
the erection phase. Wrapping with fire retardant blanket and fiberglass
reinforced heat resistant tape will protect fabric bellows, if properly applied.
Remove all temporary protection upon completion of erection. During
operation, these joints should not be covered with insulation or lagging. If
safety is an issue, surround the expansion joint area with expanded metal
offset from the joint such that the heat will be dissipated and prevent
personnel from coming in contact with the hot joint.

3.3.3 The fabric expansion bellows must be checked at the initial start-up of the
system for leaks, and adjustments made, if necessary. It is the Erector’s
or Startup/Commissioning Contractor’s responsibility to verify that
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fabric seal
retainer clamps are properly positioned and tightened before and
after first fire.

3.4 Fabric Expansion Bellows (@ HRSG Floor)

3.4.1 The floor conical expansion bellows are shipped loose and must be field
installed after the coil modules are set. These joints are pre-compressed
and are supplied with shop installed straps. These straps are not to be
removed until all welding and heat treating is completed on the pipeline
that is routed through the bellows.

3.4.4 Floor conical expansion bellows must be protected from weld splatter and
puncture during the erection phase. Wrapping with fire retardant blanket
and fiberglass reinforced heat resistant tape will protect fabric bellows, if
properly applied. Remove all temporary protection upon completion of
erection. During operation, these joints should not be covered with
insulation or lagging. If safety is an issue, surround the expansion joint
area with expanded metal offset from the joint such that the heat will be
dissipated and prevent personnel from coming in contact with the hot joint.

3.5 Metal Expansion Bellows

3.5.1 Some penetrations utilize metal bellows expansion joints. These are
typically small penetrations (2” NPS or less), and are field installed.

3.5.2 Metal expansion bellows must be protected from weld splatter and
puncture during the erection phase. Wrapping with fire retardant blanket
and fiberglass reinforced heat resistant tape will protect metal bellows, if
properly applied. Remove all temporary protection upon completion of
erection. During operation, these joints should not be covered with
insulation or lagging. If safety is an issue, surround the expansion joint
area with expanded metal offset from the joint such that the heat will be
dissipated and prevent personnel from coming in contact with the hot joint.
EP-09 PAGE 1
ERECTION PROCEDURE FOR
INSTALLATION OF LARGE
BORE PIPING

1.0 GENERAL

1.1 All piping shall be installed to meet the requirements of ASME Section I,
ANSI B31.1 and any local applicable codes as they pertain to welding,
procedure qualification, post weld heat treatment, non-destructive
examination, etc. It is the Erector’s responsibility to ensure that all Code
requirements have been met as they pertain to assembly.

1.2 Large bore piping is defined as all piping over 2” NPS.

1.3 Piping is supplied in spool pieces to facilitate field assembly. Valves may
be shipped loose for field installation. Sufficient trim is provided in each of
the spool pieces to allow for adjustment and tolerance accumulation.

1.4 It should be recognized that, due to the size of the components, shifting of
component parts during shipping, normal fabrication, and erection
tolerances, a certain amount of mismatch is to be expected.

1.5 If the Erector feels that modifications in the design must be made due to
interferences, excessive misalignment, or for other reasons, N/E must be
notified of the problem and given the opportunity to provide a solution (see
N/E Backcharge policy). Any cutting or modifying of pipe spools without
prior notification and approval by N/E will not be accepted for backcharge
consideration. If field trim is removed from the project, Nooter/Eriksen will
not be responsible for spool-to-spool alignment or termination points that
differ less than 3” in any direction from theoretical locations.

1.6 Information needed for installation.

a. Nooter/Eriksen Piping Isometric Drawing


b. Nooter/Eriksen P&ID Diagram
c. Nooter/Eriksen Trim & Instrument List
d. Fabricators Pipe Spool Drawings (if available)
e. Nooter/Eriksen Pipe Support Detail Drawings
f. Nooter/Eriksen HRSG Reference Drawings

1.7 Piping terminal locations are considered within tolerance if the pipe end is
within +/- 1” of theoretical in any direction. The Erector will check actual
termination points to the theoretical termination points during field erection
to maintain the +/- 1” tolerance.

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1.8 Although applicable to all materials, the following is of particular


importance for 9Cr 1Mo (P91) piping:
1.8.1 Field Erector should have a system in place that will assure that the
welding is properly performed.
1.8.2 Monitoring and maintaining heat control throughout the welding
process is vital for achieving acceptable field welding results.

2.0 NDE REQUIREMENTS

2.1 In addition to the Mandatory Code Requirements for non-destructive


examination of welds, it is recommended that the following additional
radiography be applied:

1) At least 5% of all full penetration pressure part butt welds, not


requiring radiography by the ASME or the local applicable codes,
shall be 100% radiographed.

This should be implemented by radiographing 5% of this category


of welds deposited by each welder.

In the event of a defect being identified in the prescribed 5%, a


further 5% of welds deposited by that welder shall be radiographed.
Should additional defects be identified, all welds deposited by that
welder shall be radiographed.

This category of welds normally includes butt welds in the


downcomer and riser piping, and butt welds in the boiler proper and
boiler external piping.

2.2 All Chrome-Moly piping shall have NDE in accordance with ASME Section
I, ANSI B31.1, or the local applicable codes, whichever governs and is
more stringent.

3.0 INSTALLATION

3.1 This section provides suggested installation steps to minimize the time
required to install pipe spools. The Erector is free to modify or add to this
procedure. The contents of this procedure should be considered as a
guide.
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BORE PIPING

3.2 Erector is to verify the tagging on each spool piece and valve and check
dimensions using piping isometric drawings and the fabricators pipe spool
drawings. Any major discrepancies shall be brought to the attention of
Purchaser immediately.

3.3 Erector shall check the location of the connections where the pipe spools
are to be placed. The theoretical locations may vary from the actual
depending upon how the modules have been set, how components have
shifted during shipment, and normal fabrication and erection tolerance
accumulation.

3.4 After the pipe spool pieces have been inspected dimensionally and the
connection locations verified, the Erector should pre-fabricate the
completed pipe runs in sections as large as possible. Valves should be
welded in and inspection, heat treatments, etc., made. Since the actual
dimensions of the pipe run can now be verified, the Erector should trim
pipe sections to fit actual dimensions.

3.5 Pipe sections should be lifted into place (tack welded only) and checked
for fit up before fully welding any section. It is usually possible to slightly
rotate the pipe at the connections to achieve movement at the other end
without affecting the weld gaps appreciably.

3.6 Piping expansion joints shall be installed per the expansion joint
manufacturer’s guidelines and accepted industry practices. It is not
acceptable for piping expansion joints to be manipulated to make up for
piping misalignment.

3.7 External insulation must be held back from all piping expansion joints and
casing seal devices for inspection, maintenance, and proper operation. .

4.0 PIPE SUPPORTS

4.1 All pipe runs will be provided with pipe supports, hangers, springs and/or
guides, if needed, to meet design requirements.

4.2 Prior to installing any pipe run, the Erector should become familiar with the
supporting requirements. It is possible to create additional work if piping
and supports are not installed in the proper sequence.
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BORE PIPING

4.3 Pipe supports are to be field located and installed by either welding or
bolting.

4.3.1 If pipe supports require attachment to platform steel, the Erector is


required to field trim or cut back the grating, as required, to allow
pipe support to attach directly to platform support steel.

4.4 All field welds not specifically called out on pipe support drawings are to
be 3/16” fillet welds and shall be completely around the attachment so as
to seal the connection.

4.5 Trim is provided in the length of the field welded pieces to allow for
adjustment and proper fit. The Erector should trial fit pipe supports, trim to
fit and final install. Piping dimensions at supports should be considered as
a reference and may vary +/- 2”.

4.6 To facilitate field installation, all pipe supports located on the straight
length of a pipeline can be moved +/- 0’-6” along the pipe centerline from
their theoretical location. It is the contractor’s responsibility to verify that
moving the pipe support to allow for field or shop tolerances, does not
create an interference with any other pipeline branch, attachment or other
structure on the HRSG. Contractor shall contact Nooter/Eriksen for
guidance for any supports that need to be moved more than +/- 0’-6”.

5.0 HYDROTEST

5.1 All valves shall be checked during hydrotest for leakage. Any leaks shall
be stopped by properly tightening the packing glands. If tightening is
unsuccessful, the leaking valves shall be repacked. Nooter/Eriksen shall
be notified of any valves where leakage cannot be stopped.
Caution: The unit should not be operated with valves where leaks have
been noticed unless approval from Purchaser is obtained. Failure to
comply with this requirement may result in damage to valves.

5.2 All spring supports and constant supports must have travel stops in place
prior to filling the HRSG.

5.3 All flanged pressure relief valves shall be removed, or a suitable pancake
shall be inserted at the inlet flange during hydrotest.

5.4 If welded safety valves are supplied, there must be verification that factory
installed hydrostatic test plugs are installed.
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6.0 VALVE POSITION DURING WELDING AND PWHT (BY MANUFACTURER)

The following is a summary of Valve manufacturer’s recommendations for


positioning of valves during the welding/heat treating process. Nooter Eriksen is
to be consulted for recommendations on any valves that are not addressed
below.

Atwood-Morrill (Weir) CLOSED for welding and PWHT

Bonney Forge OPEN 1/16 TURN for welding and PWHT

Conval CLOSED TIGHTLY for welding and PWHT

CCI REMOVE TRIM for welding and PWHT

Douglas Chero SEMI-OPENED for welding and PWHT

DSI (Welded Bonnet) REMOVE TRIM or FULLY CLOSED for welding and
PWHT

DSI (all except NO PREFERENCE for welding; SLIGHTLY OPENED


Welded Bonnet) for PWHT

Edward (Univalve) CLOSED TO 50% OF TORQUE VALUES for welding


and PWHT

Edward (all except CLOSED TIGHTLY for welding and PWHT


Univalve)

Fisher Controls NO PREFERENCE for welding; REMOVE TRIM for


PWHT

Fluval Ituarte FULL CLOSED for welding and PWHT

HP Valve FULL CLOSED for welding and PWHT

Hora NO PREFERENCE for welding and PWHT

Intervalve OPEN for welding and PWHT

Kitz 15-25 % OPEN for welding and PWHT


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KVT (HP Valves) OPEN TO PREVENT ARCING for welding and PWHT

Masoneilan SLIGHTLY OPEN for welding; REMOVE TRIM for


PWHT

Newco (Newmans) LIGHTLY CLOSED for welding and PWHT

OMB OPEN VALVE IN THE HALF POSITION for welding


and PWHT

Pacific/Crane SLIGHTLY OPEN for welding and PWHT


(Flex Gate or Globe)

Pacific/Crane (all except SEATED LIGHTLY for welding and PWHT


Flex Gate or Globe)

P-K (Pan Korea) FULLY OPEN for welding and PWHT

Powell OPEN for welding and PWHT

Raimondi (>24” GATE) CLOSED for welding and PWHT

Raimondi (all others) OPEN for welding and PWHT

Raisteam/Raimondi OPEN for welding and PWHT


(Pressure Seal Valves)

Samshin PARTIALLY OPEN for welding and PWHT

Union –Tech (Fisher) BALL IN FULL OPEN POSITION for welding and
PWHT

Valtek OPEN for welding and PWHT

Velan CLOSED for welding and PWHT

Vogt CLOSED for welding and PWHT


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ERECTION PROCEDURE FOR
SMALL BORE PIPING

1.0 GENERAL

1.1 All piping shall be installed to meet the requirements of ASME Section I,
ANSI B31.1 and any local applicable codes as they pertain to welding,
procedure qualification, post weld heat treatment, non-destructive
examination, etc. It is the Erector’s responsibility to ensure that all Code
requirements have been met as they pertain to assembly.

1.2 Small bore piping is defined as all piping 2” NPS and smaller.

1.3 Small bore piping is normally supplied in random length pieces with
approximately 10% additional for field drop. The routing, installation and
support of these lines is to comply with Nooter/Eriksen small bore piping
isometric drawings, Notes 8A through 8D on small bore piping drawing
GA-005, and standard support details on small bore piping drawing GA-
007. If it is determined that rerouting is necessary, Nooter/Eriksen is to be
notified prior to rerouting.

1.4 Although applicable to all materials, the following is of particular


importance for 9Cr 1Mo (P91) piping:
1.4.1 Field Erector should have a system in place that will assure that the
welding is properly performed.
1.4.2 Monitoring and maintaining heat control throughout the welding
process is vital for achieving acceptable field welding results.

2.0 INSTALLATION

2.1 INFORMATION NEEDED FOR INSTALLATION:

a. Nooter/Eriksen Trim Piping Drawings


b. Nooter/Eriksen P&ID Diagram
c. Nooter/Eriksen Trim & Instrument List
d. Fabricators Pipe Spool Drawings (if applicable)
e. Nooter/Eriksen Pipe Support Drawings
f. Nooter/Eriksen HRSG Reference Drawings

2.2 VALVES ARE SHIPPED LOOSE FOR FIELD INSTALLATION.

2.2.1 See Procedure EP-09, paragraph 6.0 for Manufacturer’s


Recommendations for Valve Position during welding and PWHT.

2.3 Nooter/Eriksen drawings provide routing and supporting for small bore
piping within the Section I Code boundaries. The Erector/Owner should

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notify N/E before changing routing or support locations. Minor changes to


valve/instrument locations to provide accessibility do not require approval.

2.3.1 Portions of some small bore pipelines are supplied with specifically
engineered pipe supports. In such cases, these supports will be
located on the piping isometric drawings. In all other cases, it is
the Erector’s responsibility to locate and install pipe supports in
accordance with Notes 8A through 8D on small bore drawing GA-
005, and details on small bore piping drawing GA-007.

2.3.2 Tolerances for small bore pipe support locations are the same as
for large bore. (See Procedure EP-09, paragraph 4.6)

2.4 External insulation should be held back from all piping expansion joints
and casing seal devices for inspection, maintenance, and proper
operation.

2.5 As noted in EP-08, Paragraph 3.2.1, most sealing devices must be


installed before any piping assembly is started.

3.0 HYDROTEST

3.1 All valves shall be checked during hydrotest for leakage. Any leaks shall
be stopped by properly tightening the packing glands. If this is
unsuccessful, the leaking valves are to be repacked. Nooter/Eriksen shall
be notified of any valves where leakage cannot be stopped.

Caution: The unit should not be operated with valves where leaks have
been noticed, unless approval from Purchaser is obtained. Failure to
comply with this requirement may result in damage to valves.

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ERECTION PROCEDURE FOR
FIELD WELDMENTS

1.0 Structural sidewall panels, roof beams, structural roof panels, floor beams and
structural floor panels shall be assembled with the following tolerances:

The letter items listed below correspond to the letter designation on Drawing EP-
11-1.

A. +/- 3/8”
B. +/- 3/8”
C. +/- ½”
R8
D. +/- ¼”

2.0 Tolerances for bolted or welded; stairtower, ladders, platforms and platform
supports, shall be in accordance with the latest edition of AISC.

3.0 Tolerances for piping structural supports, guides and hangers shall be
+/- ¼” unless otherwise noted on the individual job drawings.

4.0 All other tolerances not listed above shall be limited to “Industry Standards”, and
in no way affect the integrity and appearance of the HRSG.

5.0 If the HRSG is provided with an SCR, the Erector is to verify that the Catalyst
Loading Opening is plumb and square so that the Catalyst Loading Doors will fit
properly. This must be done prior to final welding of the SCR duct frame corner
connections.

Deviations from the above shall be brought to the attention of a Nooter/Eriksen


representative, or the Nooter/Eriksen Project Engineer for verification that the
deviation will in no way effect the integrity of the HRSG system.

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PSVs
START-UP VENT AND STACKS

1.0 GENERAL

1.1 Pressure Safety Valves (PSVs) are to be stored in their original packing until
installation.

1.2 Motor operated vent valves are to be stored in their original packing until
installed.

2.0 PRESSURE SAFETY VALVES AND STACKS

2.1 Lead adjustment seals shall remain intact on the valve during erection, start-
up and operation of the HRSG. The seal shall not be removed for any
reason; except spring replacement or calibration adjustment of the valve
(Ref.: ASME Section 1, Para. PG-73.1.8).

2.2 Adjustments or setting changes of PSVs shall not be performed without


written authorization from Purchaser and the PSV manufacturer.

2.3 No valves shall be placed between the PSV discharge and the atmosphere.

2.4 PSV discharge piping and supports are to be installed complete at assembly.
Discharge piping shall not be left unsupported for any length of time.

2.5 The PSV discharge piping shall be square cut at the discharge end to
atmosphere (no modifications to discharge piping will be allowed). Discharge
piping shall be directed away from platforms and/or areas used by personnel.

2.6 Body drains of all PSVs shall not be plugged during, or after, field installation.
Plugs supplied by the manufacturer for shipping, shall be removed when the
PSV is removed from its original packing.

2.7 All gravity drains located in the PSV and the discharge piping shall be piped
to a safe area, away from platforms and operating stations, by the Erector.
Material is to be furnished by the Erector, unless otherwise shown on trim
drawings.

2.8 Weather shields installed on the PSV by the Erector, shall be properly vented
and arranged to permit servicing and normal operation.

2.9 Discharge piping that is routed to a collection pipe shall meet the
requirements of ASME Section I, Para. PG-71, or other applicable codes.

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START-UP VENT AND STACKS

3.0 START-UP VENTS AND STACKS

3.1 Start-up vent discharge piping and supports are to be installed complete at
assembly. Discharge piping shall not be left unsupported for any length of
time.

3.2 The start-up vent discharge piping shall be square cut at the discharge end to
atmosphere (no modifications to discharge piping will be allowed). Discharge
piping shall be directed away from platforms and/or areas used by personnel.

3.3 All gravity drains located in the start-up vent discharge piping shall be piped
to a safe area away from platforms and operating stations by the Erector. A
reasonable amount of drain line material has been supplied by
Nooter/Eriksen. Any additional materials must be furnished by the Erector.
(See drawing EP-12-01)

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RECOMMENDED
TUBESIDE CLEANING
PROCEDURE

Nooter/Eriksen recommends the use of an experienced cleaning contractor


for this service. The cleaning contractor should inspect the HRSG and
develop a cleaning procedure for the owner’s review. Nooter/Eriksen
recommends that the cleaning procedure shall include steps for each area
listed under Section 2: Hand cleaning, Organic material removal and
Chemical scale removal.
This section contains general information and suggestions that may be used
as an aid to evaluate a contractor's procedure or monitor the cleaning and
should not be interpreted as an endorsement of any particular type of
cleaning. Improper cleaning of the HRSG surfaces or the complete omission
of cleaning can result in poor performance and potential damage to the boiler.
The HRSG tube/pipe side surface must be thoroughly and properly cleaned
prior to being placed in initial service. Periodic review of the cleanliness of the
boiler is required as outlined in IV of the N/E O&M Manual.
1.0 General

The primary function of cleaning the tubeside is to provide a clean,


uniform surface for passivation. Passivation is the buildup of a
protective magnetite layer on wetted surfaces. This layer protects the
inner surfaces from corrosion during operation.

Oil, grease and rust can prevent or cause uneven buildup and flaking
of the protective magnetite layer during operation. These contaminants
must be removed before operation.

The option to inspect the unit prior to chemically cleaning should be


offered to all potential contractors. Lack of pre-inspection may result in
an insufficient and/or inefficient cleaning solution being utilized.
Improper solutions can significantly add to the circulation time required
for cleaning.

Prior to commencement of a chemical clean for the HRSG, the


following systems/controls must be in proper operation in order to
insure boiler safeguards:
 All HRSG alarms, trips, and interlocks
 All pressure parts have been installed and hydro-tested
 All insulation has been installed
 Suitable connections to all vents and drains have been installed
and are routed to avoid potential hazards
 Gas turbine has been readied for operation

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RECOMMENDED
TUBESIDE CLEANING
PROCEDURE

2.0 Types of Cleaning

Depending on the HRSG condition, operating range, and site disposal


facilities, a variety of cleaning procedures is available. The general
categories of cleaning are listed below. N/E recommends that each
step listed below be performed to insure that the system is properly
prepared for operation.

2.1 Hand Cleaning: The first step should always be to clean


accessible areas by hand. Remove manhole covers on the
steam, collector, and mud drums. Remove and clean out by
hand as much grease, oil, and other foreign material as
possible. Careful hand cleaning will reduce the time required for
further cleaning.

2.2 Organic Material Removal: Following hand cleaning, any


remaining organics (such as oil, grease, or tube protective
coatings) must be removed from the interior of the HRSG.
Organics left on the tubes will impede heat transfer, prevent
proper passivation of the metal, and inhibit cleaning. In
addition, any loose foreign materials clinging to the inner tube
surfaces should be flushed out.

Typically, this step will involve a preliminary flushing with warm


water, followed by circulation of an appropriate cleaning
solution. A heated alkaline solution is typically used, with the
alkalinity and circulation temperature developed by the
contractor for the specifics of the site. The cleaning solution
should be periodically strained or blown down to remove foreign
materials, and the chemistry readjusted as required. The
cleaning should be finished with a warm water flush and
blowdown using a good quality condensate that should continue
until phosphate content is less than 2 ppm. An internal
inspection should then be done, and the cleaning process
repeated if oil or grease is still evident.

2.3 Chemical Scale Removal: This step is used to remove scale or


other deposits. The solution is generally heated, and allowed to
stand in the HRSG or circulated for a prescribed time or until
testing shows the reaction rate has decreased. After the
cleaning has been completed, the pH of the solution should be
raised to promote passivation, or the solution should be drained
and an alkaline solution circulated. Manholes should be opened,
the seating surfaces flushed, and new gaskets installed. Proper
procedures must be implemented for laying up the boiler after
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TUBESIDE CLEANING
PROCEDURE

the chemical cleaning to insure that damaging contaminants do


not enter the system.

CAUTION: THE CLEANING SOLUTION MUST BE


COMPLETELY REMOVED FROM ALL THE INTERNAL
SURFACES TO PREVENT DAMAGE.

Scale removal will be inhibited if oil and grease are present. An


alkaline cleaning should be performed prior to the scale/deposit
removal phase of the cleaning.

There are also mechanical means of deposit removal available


for accessible tubes, such as in the evaporator. These include
high pressure water lances and pull through scrapers.

2.4 General HRSG Steam Blow Procedures

Theory
In order to insure a clean steam path after initial erection from
the evaporator sections of the HRSG to the terminal points, it is
necessary to instigate a thorough cleaning procedure. In
general, this is accomplished through a steam blow, air blow, or
a combination chemical clean/ steam (air) blow.

A steam blow procedure entails passing high velocity steam


through the steam path in order to generate a sufficient cleaning
ratio (CR). The cleaning ratio is defined as the ratio of the
product of the density () and the square of the steam velocity
(V) at the steam blow conditions to the same product at the
design base load conditions.

(  V 2 ) steam blow
CR 
(  V 2 ) design

The shear force generated on the tube walls is proportional to


the velocity head of the flowing fluid through the pipe network.
Therefore, the larger the cleaning ratio the larger the shear force
(i.e. the better the cleaning of the tube walls). A cleaning ratio
greater than 1.1 is normally required in power boilers to insure
adequate cleaning of all steam path surfaces. Occasionally a
lower value may be acceptable for low pressure systems but 1.0
should be considered the absolute minimum.

It is apparent that a low pressure (high specific volume) fluid will


result in the minimization of the actual amounts of water
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TUBESIDE CLEANING
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required while helping to generate the largest velocity head.


Therefore, it is desirable to utilize a low pressure fluid when
performing a steam path cleaning.

One should note the importance that all legs of the steam path
need to be subjected to proper cleaning ratios. The variable
geometry throughout the steam path will require the calculation
of several cleaning ratios.

Steam Blow
When the combustion turbine is available, a steam blow is
typically performed. The combustion turbine is generally utilized
as the heat source for the boiler to generate the required
capacity of steam.

There are two general categories of steam blows - intermittent


and continuous.

Intermittent Blows -
Intermittent steam blows involve the building up of pressure in
the appropriate steam drum to a predetermined upper value and
then opening a quick acting steam blow valve at the end of the
piping network to generate a high velocity steam by flashing
water in the drum. When the drum pressure returns to the lower
calculated pressure level (minimum for cleaning ratio required),
the steam blow valve is closed to repressurize the drum and the
sequence repeated. An intermittent blow is generally favored
over a continuous blow when insufficient make up water
capacity is available for a continuous blow. The required purging
sequence of an intermittent blow, which may require as many as
100 cycles, generally makes the intermittent blow a more costly
procedure in means of time and man-hours.

Continuous Blows -
Continuous blows involve operating the boiler at a reduced
pressure for a continuous period of time. The reduced pressure
generates a large specific volume (high velocity) flow that
passes through the steam path on a continual basis. A sacrificial
valve is generally utilized at the terminal point of the temporary
steam blow piping for maintaining required pressure. By
eliminating the cyclic sequencing of an intermittent blow, the
required time and subsequent man-hours may be significantly
reduced for a continuous blow. However, a continuous blow
requires that large amounts of treated water be available for
usage. It is not uncommon to empty a large storage tank during
the course of a four-hour continuous blow.
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Note: Steam blows may still be performed even though the


combustion turbine is unavailable. In this event, a sufficient
auxiliary boiler must be utilized to generate the required steam
(flow, temperature and pressure).

2.5 HRSG Operation for Steam Blowing


The intent of this section is to present general information
pertaining to operation of the Heat Recovery Steam Generator
(HRSG) during the steam blow process. The guidelines and
advice provided are for
information purposes only and the party responsible for the
HRSG cleaning is advised to seek the services/advice of a
qualified cleaning professional.

The HRSG and the plant design will have an impact on the
decisions to be made concerning the steam line cleaning. Many
of these issues are operational in nature and several are
highlighted below for consideration when developing a site
specific steam blow procedure.

Combustion Turbine (CT) Loads -


Most steam blows can be accomplished at gas turbine loads
below 30%. The turbine should be operated with the guide
vanes wide open. This maximizes the exhaust flow and steam
flow and minimizes the exhaust temperature and fuel usage. If
multiple pressure systems are to be blown at once, significantly
higher CT loads are generally required.

Sometimes the steam from one HRSG will be used to blow


common steam line piping in cases where the steam from two
HRSG's that go to one steam turbine. The ideal scenario would
be to identically operate each HRSG. For units with duct
burners, a higher CT load is generally required.

Steam Drum Water Levels -


Water level must be maintained in all steam drums during a
steam blow to prevent damage. These systems are not
designed to run dry.
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The extent of drum level fluctuation during a steam blow is a


function of the cleaning method applied. When a continuous
blow is utilized, the boiler is able to reach an equilibrium
condition and subsequently, the drum level should remain fairly
constant. However, the flashing nature of an intermittent steam
blow will generate very large swings in drum level. The water
level must be maintained between the LLWL and the HHWL.

During an intermittent type of steam blow where the drum


pressure varies, the water level fluctuations will be significant.
The operator should start with a small drum pressure change
and work up to larger pressure changes to assure that the water
level can be controlled.

Start-Up-
When heating up the boiler for the steam blow process,
temporary steam blow valves should be utilized to control the
HRSG ramp rates. Refer to the startup requirements in the N/E
O&M Manual.

Steam blow steam must not be discharged through the HRSG


main start-up valves. The valve seats would be subjected to
damage.

Water Quality / Water Chemistry -


The quality of water used for steam blows should be the same
quality as the water intended for normal operation. HRSG's will
carryover water from the steam drums during the steam blow.
This water should be as clean as possible to avoid chemical
deposition in piping and coil sections. The feedwater pH should
be increased to 9 by injecting ammonia. This is equivalent to an
ammonia concentration of about 0.3 ppm.

The boiler must be drained after steam blows unless deaerated


water was used. In this case a wet lay-up may be used.
Consult the N/E O&M manual for lay-up.

Freezing water can result in tremendous damage to an HRSG.


Consult the N/E O&M Manual on freeze protection.
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TUBESIDE CLEANING
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Operating Pressures-
HRSG operating conditions can be varied to augment the steam
blow process. For example, the HP drum operating pressure
should be maximized when blowing an IP system. This will
allow more heat to approach the IP evaporator maximizing the
IP steam flow.

Reheaters-
When blowing the HP system of an HRSG with a reheater, the
reheater may have to be operated without the benefit of cold
reheat steam. Under these conditions, the IP steam flow must
still flow though the reheater. Vents on the hot reheat line
should be open to maximize the IP steam flow and minimize the
reheater operating pressure. The CT operating mode should be
selected to minimize the exhaust temperature.

Desuperheater Operation –
N/E advises that the water flow to the desuperheaters be
isolated during steam blows. Water sprayed under the wrong
conditions can lead to damage. If desuperheaters are utilized,
there must be adequate steam flow and steam superheat to
vaporize the water. The steam must have a minimum of 25°F of
superheat after the desuperheater. In no case must the
desuperheater block valve be opened with insufficient steam
flow past the desuperheater.

Erection-
Care has been taken to supply all HRSG components in a good
condition. The erector must also strive to maintain this condition
during all phases of the erection process.

Measurement Devices -
The steam blow process may affect steam flow meters. The
accuracy of these devices is dependent upon the finish of the
interior surface. These devices should be removed if practical.

Non-Return Valves -
The main steam valve must be 100% open during steam blows
so as not to cause undue wear on the valve seats. Non-return
valve vendors require that the non-return valve disc (cage) be
removed during a steam blow. N/E will not be responsible for
damage to the non-return valve in the event that the erector
chooses to leave the non-return valve internals in line during the
steam blows.
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In many cases, the steam blow may represent the first time that
large quantities of heat have been passed through the HRSG.
Therefore, during the heat up process, items typically
associated with first fire of the boiler (i.e. thermal expansion of
pipelines) must be addressed and inspected to insure proper
working order.

Further questions or support regarding blows should be directed


to the N/E Project Manager.

Air Blow
When sufficient water is not available, an air blow may be
performed to generate the same end result of a steam blow.
External air tanks are pressurized to predetermined levels and
connected to the steam path piping. The air is released through
the steam piping at levels sufficient to generate the required
cleaning ratios. The external air tanks are then repressurized
and the sequence repeated similar to the intermittent steam
blow. This will generally require larger velocities than a steam
blow due to the reduced density of the air.

Combination Chemical Clean/ Steam (Air) Blow


A thorough chemical clean of the steam path piping prior to
performing a steam (air) blow may significantly reduce the time
required to meet the clean acceptance criteria. The reduction in
steam blow time is most noticeable when utilizing the
intermittent steam blow method. The chemical clean may be
performed simultaneously with the water path cleaning which
may help to reduce the additional cost of the chemical cleaning
of the steam path.

Acceptance
Once it has been demonstrated that the required cleaning ratios
have been met, steam targets are inserted in the temporary
steam piping for testing at the steam blow conditions. The
targets are subsequently removed and inspected for marks and
impressions. The cleaning requirements (i.e. number and depth
of marks on target) for final acceptance are typically defined by
the end user, steam turbine manufacturer, and the BOP
contractor.
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TUBESIDE CLEANING
PROCEDURE

Issues to Note:

 For best results, the steam blow valve should be a sacrificial butterfly
valve or gate valve. The excessive flow obstruction in a globe valve
can lead to rapid wear on the valve seats and is more subject to
locking up due to impregnated obstructions.

 In general, the plant demineralization make-up water train does not


have sufficient capacity to generate the required amounts of water
utilized during a steam blow without subsequently imposing large time
delays. It may be advisable to hire an auxiliary demineralization plant
for steam blows.

 Steam blow piping is not generally rated for base load steam
temperatures. Care must be taken to insure that the superheated
steam is maintained within boiler design values as well as temporary
piping design values.

 Power plants are generally flexible so that one can optimize the
conditions for a given steam blow. However, flow must be maintained
in all pressure systems during a steam blow to provide sufficient
cooling of tubes.

 A temporary desuperheater in the steam blow piping may help to


eliminate exceeding design temperatures of temporary piping.
Furthermore, by desuperheating the boiler effluent the subsequent
reduction in steam velocity helps to minimize the noise generated by
the sonic steam flowing through the temporary piping.

 Boiler operation during steam blows is a very transient operation that


requires complete attention of the boiler operator. Large fluctuations in
drum level will be encountered during intermittent steam blows and
during valve opening modifications of a continuous blow.

 When two units are manifolded together, both boilers must be in


operation to generate the required cleaning ratios of the common
piping. Care must be taken when bringing both units up simultaneously
so as not to develop excessive pressure fluctuations between the
boilers.

 If not required for temperature control during the steam blow,


permanent desuperheating stations are to be removed from the steam
path during steam blows.
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 Pneumatically inserted target plates eliminate the requirement of


having to bring the boiler down after reaching the cleaning ratios,
inserting the targets, and then starting the boiler up again and reaching
the acceptable cleaning ratios.

 Steam blow steam must not be discharged through the HRSG main
start-up valves. These valves are generally globe-type control valves
and are subject to damage when passing dirty steam (steam blow
steam). When heating up the boiler for the steam blow process, the
temporary sacrificial steam blow valves should be utilized to control the
ramp rate of the pressure systems.

 HRSG Insulation must be installed prior to heat-up of the boiler. While


providing personnel protection, the insulation also prevents the
formation of surface micro-fissures in the event of boiler operation
during extreme weather conditions.

 The saturation temperature differential generated between the initial


drum pressure and final drum pressure during an intermittent steam
blow must be limited to 75°F (41.6°C)

3.0 Considerations

This section highlights considerations on when to clean the HRSG,


protection of the HRSG, and other planning/work that may not be
provided by the contractor.

3.1 The unit should always be inspected and cleaned after initial
erection. Future cleanings should be scheduled as required
based on inspections and monitoring of performance.

3.2 The decision on whether cleaning for mill scale removal will be
necessary should be made by the owner in conjunction with
those who will be doing the water treatment of the plant during
operation.

3.3 A P&ID should be supplied to the cleaning contractor to lay out


the circulation path.
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TUBESIDE CLEANING
PROCEDURE

3.4 All pre-boiler piping, including feedwater storage/treatment


facilities, should be cleaned when the HRSG is cleaned. If this
will not be possible, it may be best to delay cleaning for scale
removal until after operation has removed loose deposits from
the feedwater system.

3.5 Control valves, orifices, and other instrumentation that could be


damaged during the cleaning should be removed or bypassed.

3.6 A temporary gauge glass is provided for use during the cleaning
procedure, if deemed necessary by the cleaning contractor.
Inform the contractor of the maximum working pressure and
temperature on this temporary glass.

WARNING: THE DISPOSABLE TUBE TYPE GAUGE GLASS


TYPICALLY USED DURING THE CLEANING PROCESS IS
NOT SUITABLE FOR STEAM SERVICE. THIS GLASS
COULD SHATTER UNDER SERVICE PRESSURE AND
RESULT IN DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY. A LOCKOUT
PROCEDURE SHOULD BE EMPLOYED TO INSURE THE
REMOVAL OF THIS TEMPORARY GAUGE GLASS AFTER
THE CHEMICAL CLEAN HAS BEEN COMPLETED AND
PRIOR TO PERMANENT OPERATION.

3.7 As it circulates through the HRSG, the cleaning solution will


cool. Solution temperature should be monitored at the inlet and
outlet points of the HRSG to ensure an effective temperature is
maintained. Restricting air flow through the duct (by covering
the stack or closing access doors) will reduce the amount of
heat lost in the HRSG. Heating of the cleaning and rinsing fluid
is normally accomplished in an external heat exchanger
supplied by the cleaning contractor.

3.8 The contractor should take steps to ensure circulation of the


cleaning solution through all sections of the HRSG. In
particular, the path of least resistance in the evaporators may be
through the downcomer(s) and not through the tubes. This may
require blocking the downcomer(s) during chemical cleaning.

3.9 Steam drum internals can remain installed during the chemical
cleaning. Note, however, that the mesh pads are made of
stainless steel, and must be removed if the cleaning solution will
attack this material. Re-install the mesh pads before steam
blow or operation. If the chevron separators are removed for
inspection or additional cleaning, they must be reinstalled with
the same orientation.
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TUBESIDE CLEANING
PROCEDURE

CAUTION: FOREIGN MATTER ON THE INTERNALS COULD


RESULT IN STEAM PURITY PROBLEMS. THEY SHOULD BE
INSPECTED AND CLEANED AS REQUIRED.

3.10 Depending on the cleanliness of the pre-boiler water facilities,


the deaerator spray nozzles and trays may filter some material
during initial operation. The deaerating function should be
monitored for proper operation after startup.

3.11 Sample lines should be closed during steam blow and chemical
cleaning to avoid plugging.

3.12 The customer should retain records of the entire cleaning


procedure including the chemicals used in the process.

3.13 Safety procedures should be reviewed or developed as


necessary prior to any chemical cleaning.

3.14 When the cleaning is completed, the customer and contractor


should verify that the unit is clean and all the coils have been
completely drained.

3.15 Disposal of the cleaning solutions may contribute substantially


to the cost of the process. The cost associated with longer
circulation times of weaker cleaning fluids may be offset by the
disposal cost of more caustic/acidic fluids.

3.16 If the combustion turbine is to be used as the source for heating


the cleaning solution, care must be taken to insure that the
provided cleaning solution pumps are sufficient to maintain
drum level. Incorrect pump size will increase the time required
to clean the boiler.

3.17 Noise attenuation of the temporary steam blow piping may be


required. Generally, a steam blow silencer is provided due to
noise constraints. However, the steam flowing through the
piping may reach sonic speeds and as such, generate a
considerable amount of noise. It does no good to have a
silencer rated for 85 dBA when the noise emitting from the
upstream pipe is 115 dBA. A temporary desuperheater station
at the outlet of the HRSG piping will help to limit the velocities
and therefore the noise generation.
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PROCEDURE

3.18 Following cleaning, proper lay up procedures should be


followed. Reference the Nooter/Eriksen lay up
recommendations.

3.19 N/E does not endorse or recommend any particular type of


chemical clean / steam blow (including thermal shock steam
blows). The above information is provided for information only.

3.20 It is advisable to remove the steam drum mesh pads prior to


commencing with a chemical cleaning which will circulate
through the steam path. The mesh pad will act as a sieve in
such a situation and would require an extensive cleaning after
the chemical cleaning is accomplished. The mesh pads should
be reinstalled prior to commencing with steam blows.
3.21 Boil out with caustic soda (NaOH) or soda ash (Na2CO3) is not
recommended. IF these chemicals are to be utilized, the
superheaters must be filled with properly treated condensate
during the cleaning.
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REVISION 2
ERECTION PROCEDURE DOCUMENT

FIELD SERVICE SITE VISITS

1.0 Pre-Construction Meeting

1.1 Meeting to be held at Nooter/Eriksen’s office in St. Louis.

1.2 Must be attended by: Purchaser


Erector
N/E Personnel

1.3 Erection Procedure Manual Documentation reviewed. The Erection


Procedure Manual will be furnished to the Purchaser and the Erector
prior to this meeting.

1.4 Erection presentation made on project HRSG.

2.0 Recommended First Site Visit

2.1 Estimated time of visit: 5-10 days.

2.2 Visit is to coincide with the arrival and setting of the major components
or modules.

2.3 During the first visit, the following items will be reviewed.

2.3.1 Verify that the Erector has checked the foundation per EP-01
and has records to document the inspection.

2.3.2 Review of loads before off-loading if available. Check for rail


damage, check packing lists, check for missing equipment,
etc….

2.4 Observe off-loading operations. Confirm that the proper handling and
erection procedure is being used and provide comments.

2.5 Observe transporting and setting operations.

2.6 Review the material handling/storage procedures of the Erector as


defined in the Erection Procedures.

3.0 Recommended Second Site Visit


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REVISION 2

3.1 Estimated time of visit: 3-5 days

3.2 Visit is to coincide with the installation of the field seams and piping.

3.3 During this visit the following items should be reviewed.

3.3.1 Module setting. Check the documentation of the Erector to


make sure that the modules are in the correct location.

3.3.2 Verify by visual examination the washer and anchor bolt


installation.

3.3.3 Check material storage.

3.3.4 Review the field seam and piping installation with the people
who will supervise this work in the field.

3.3.5 Observe the installation of the field seams and piping.

4.0 Recommended Third Site Visit:

4.1 Estimated time of visit: 3-5 days.

4.2 Walk through after substantial completion of the system.

4.3 During this visit, the following items shall be reviewed.

4.3.1 Review the field seam installation both internal and external to
the system.

4.3.2 Review piping installation and hangers/supports.

4.3.3 Review installation of trim piping, instrumentation and small


bore piping and supports.

4.3.4 Review the installation of the Duct Burner, SCR System, etc., if
applicable.

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EXTRA WORK BACKCHARGE
POLICY
REVISION 0
ERECTION PROCEDURE DOCUMENT

1. For any field concerns or problems, Nooter/Eriksen should be initially notified


using the attached Field Issue Report. If the issue causes extra costs, that
the Erector claims are Nooter/Eriksen’s responsibility, a Field Change Order
will also be required.

2. All backcharges or extra work claims against Nooter/Eriksen must be made


on the attached Field Change Order (FCO) form with accompanying
appropriate documentation (Photographs, Sketches, etc.) establishing that a
deviation from Nooter/Eriksen’s design exists.

3. Nooter/Eriksen, Inc. will not authorize work without having a completed, and
agreed upon, reasonable estimate of manhours and cost filled in.

4. Nooter/Eriksen, Inc. reserves the right to have any and all corrective work
supervised by a Nooter/Eriksen representative and/or performed by a
Nooter/Eriksen designated contractor.

5. If Nooter/Eriksen, Inc. agrees to have the Erector perform any work, an


approved FCO will be returned to the Erector. No claims will be honored for
work done without this approval from Nooter/Eriksen.

6. If Nooter/Eriksen agrees to have corrective work done on a time and material


basis, all claims for payment must be documented with receipts and vouchers
for equipment, materials, and labor time tickets. All labor rates will be quoted
in advance and specified in the Purchase Order.

7. Construction Manager, Erector, and/or Purchaser mark-ups on backcharges


will not be accepted by Nooter/Eriksen unless clearly established by the
original job Purchase Contract.

8. If field trim has been removed from piping on this project, Nooter/Eriksen will
not be responsible for pipe spool-to-spool alignment or termination points that
differ less than 3” in any direction from theoretical locations.

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FIELD
ISSUE REPORT

PROJECT NAME: N/E FIELD ISSUE REPORT NO.

N/E JOB #: CUSTOMER REF. NO.

FROM: DATE OF ISSUE:

TO: UNIT NO.

CC: REF. DWG. NO.

ISSUE CODE:
(N/E use only)
JOB SITE FILE COMPONENT TYPE:
(N/E use only)
PROBLEM CATEGORY:
(N/E use only)
DESCRIPTION OF PROBLEM:

ORIGINATOR: DATE:

REQUESTED RESPONSE DATE:

RESOLUTION OF PROBLEM: (ORIGINATOR SHOULD PROVIDE SUGGESTED RESOLUTION)

ACTION CATEGORY:

ACCEPT AS IS REWORK IN FIELD SUPPLY MATERIAL RETURN FOR REPAIR

RESOLVED DATE: RESOLVED BY:

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FIELD
CHANGE ORDER
CONTRACT # JOB # FIR # FCO #

SUBMITTAL DATE: VERBAL WRITTEN

VENDOR: PROJ. NAME/LOC: UNIT #

DESCRIPTION OF PROBLEM:

REFERENCE DRAWING NO.(S):

POSSIBLE PROBLEM CAUSE:

DESCRIPTION OF SOLUTION
(ATTACH ADDITIONAL PAGES IF REQUIRED) CRAFT EST. HRS. FINAL HRS.

SKETCH ATTACHED (YES/NO) CIRCLE ONE


SUBTOTAL MANHOURS HRS HRS
ESTIMATED FINAL
TOTAL LABOR COST $ $
MAT'L REQ'D: TOTAL MATERIAL $ $
EQUIP. REQ'D: TOTAL EQUIPMENT $ $
SUBC. REQ'D: TOTAL SUBCONTRACT $ $

$ $

CLAIM SUBMITTED BY: TITLE:

N/E AUTHORIZATION TO PROCEED: DATE:

FINAL COST: REJECTED BY:


APPROVED BY: DATE:
DATE: REASON:

N/E CONTRACT PRICE:

WARRANTY CATEGORY:

FORM PROJ.008 REV. 2 9/3/02 (APPROVED BY: RKG )


EXCERPT TAKEN FROM O&M MANUAL

3.0 Drum Manway Cover Usage and Gasketing

All elliptical manway covers follow the same general requirements with 12"
(305 mm) x 16" (406 mm), 14" (356 mm) x 18" (457 mm), and 18" (457 mm) x
24" (610 mm) being the most common sizes.

3.1 Open the manway and clean the old gasket from the cover and
manway ring. Both of the surfaces must be cleaned thoroughly with
caution. A method must be used that does not flatten out the required
machined roughness. Gasket surfaces are to be finished to 125-250
RMS.

All covers and rings must be inspected for pits or grooves on the
sealing surfaces. If pits greater than 1/32” (0.8mm) deep exist, it will
be necessary to repair the gasket surface by weld repair and
remachining under the direction of your ASME National Board
Inspector. If the manway covers, rings and plates cannot be repaired,
then they must be replaced. New covers must be inspected for
surface imperfections.

3.2 Proper gasketing, as defined in Table 3.2 and 3.3, is required to install
the cover. Do not flex, twist, bend or deform the gasket in any way
before installation. This could damage the gasket and compromise its
structural integrity.

Center the gasket on the manway cover. Bring the cover and gasket in
contact with the manway ring. Install the studs in the plates or yokes
and finger tighten to allow the manway cover and gasket to stay in
place. Make sure the studs, nuts and washers are clean and well
lubricated with nickel anti-seize compound to achieve the proper bolt
load. Davits should be adjusted as necessary, to allow the proper
alignment when bringing the cover and gasket in contact with the ring.

To provide an effective seal, even compressive forces must be exerted


on the gasket. To accomplish this, tighten the nuts (1) flat at a time
going back and forth diagonally from nut to nut, following the pattern as
shown below for (6) stud manways, or alternating back and forth for
stud and yoke type manways, until all of the bolting is tightened to 10%
of the final torque value Continue tightening the bolting following the
recommended sequence (1) flat at a time until all bolting is tightened to
25% of the final torque value. Following the same method tighten the
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bolting to 50% of the final torque value and then 75% of the final torque
value. Finally tighten all bolting to 100% of the final torque value
following the same method. Torque wrenches should be calibrated and
in good working order.

1 2

DR-27V DR-26V

CAUTION: HEAVY DUTY IMPACT WRENCHES WITH DRIVES


GREATER THAN 1/2" (12.7mm) SHOULD NOT BE USED. IT IS
IMPERATIVE THAT THE NUTS BE TIGHTENED ONE (1) FLAT AT A
TIME PER NUT ON A ROTATIONAL BASIS WHEREBY NUTS ARE
TIGHTENED SEQUENTIALLY ACROSS DIAGONALS. NEVER
TIGHTEN ADJACENT NUTS IN SEQUENCE.

3.3 You may start to pressurize the boiler at this point. If the gaskets leak,
tighten each nut one (1) flat at a time alternating between the nuts (i.e.,
use the tightening procedure described above) until the leaking stops.
As the boiler is heated, the internal pressure will force the cover
against the gasket and, if properly installed, the seal will be effective;
however, additional tightening may be required due to the
heating/pressurization. It is to be noted that a "leak", as referenced
here, is running water. A slow drip is acceptable on a cold boiler for
this sequence. When the unit is up to pressure and temperature, if
necessary, retighten the bolts to the values noted in Table 3.1.

CAUTION: TIGHTENING OF MANWAY BOLTS WHILE THE UNIT IS


UNDER PRESSURE SHOULD BE DONE FROM THE SIDE OF THE
MANWAY AS A SAFETY PRECAUTION.

If the boiler is shut down and allowed to cool, it is important to again


check the torque on the nuts before repressurizing, to assure that the
required torque values have been maintained.

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Table 3.1 Required Torque Values for Manway Bolts

12" x 16" (305mm x 406mm)


Type of Cover Torque
DR-26V 260 ft-lb (353 N-m)
DR-27V 170 fl-lb (230 N-m)
Lenape Type "H" 150 ft-lb (203 N-m)
Lenape Type "N" 100 ft-lb (136 N-m)

14" x 18" (356mm x 457mm)


Type of Cover Torque
DR-26V 260 ft-lb (353 N-m)
DR-27V 170 fl-lb (230 N-m)
Lenape Type "S" 150 ft-lb (203 N-m)

18" x 24" (457mm x 610mm)


Type of Cover Torque
DR-26V 260 ft-lb (353 N-m)
DR-27V 260 ft-lb (353 N-m)
Lenape Type "S" 150 ft-lb (203 N-m)

Table 3.2 Gaskets for 12" x 16" (305 mm x 406 mm) Manways (unless
otherwise specified)

TYPE OF COVER GASKET TYPE


PRESSURE - PSIG
PRESSURE (BARG)
DR-26V 1” WIDE CHESTERTON/SELCO “STEEL TRAP” 304SS/GRAPHITE
1200 + OR MANWAY GASKET WITH PRESSURE SENSITIVE ADHESIVE ON
(83 +) DR-27V ONE SIDE.
1001 TO 1199 1/8” (3mm) THICK X 1” (25mm) WIDE REINFORCED FLEXIBLE
DR-27V
(69 - 82) GRAPHITE WITH STAINLESS STEEL FOIL INSERT AND
Lenape Type “H” CORROSION INHIBITED PRESSURE SENSITIVE ADHESIVE ON ONE
100 TO 1000 SIDE
OR
(7 - 68)
DR-27V
Lenape Type “N” THERMO-SURE TACKY CLOTH No. 6250.
LESS THAN 100
OR 3/16” (5mm) NOMINAL THICK X 1” (25mm) WIDE
(< 7)
DR-27V

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Table 3.3 Gaskets for 14" x 18" (356 mm x 457 mm) Manways (unless
otherwise specified)

TYPE OF COVER GASKET TYPE


PRESSURE (PSI)
PRESSURE (BARG)
DR-26V 1” WIDE CHESTERTON/SELCO “STEEL TRAP” 304SS/GRAPHITE
1200 +
OR MANWAY GASKET WITH PRESSURE SENSITIVE ADHESIVE ON
(83 +)
DR-27V ONE SIDE.
301 TO 1199 1/8” (3mm) THICK X 1” (25mm) WIDE REINFORCED FLEXIBLE
DR-27V
(21 - 82) GRAPHITE WITH STAINLESS STEEL FOIL INSERT AND
100 TO 300 Lenape Type “S” CORROSION INHIBITED PRESSURE SENSITIVE ADHESIVE ON ONE
(7 - 20) OR SIDE
DR-27V
LESS THAN 100 Lenape Type “S” THERMO-SURE TACKY CLOTH No. 6250.
(< 7) Not Machined 3/16” (5mm) NOMINAL THICK X 1” (25mm) WIDE
OR DR-27V

Table 3.4 Gaskets for 18" x 24" (457 mm x 610 mm) Manways (unless
otherwise specified)

TYPE OF COVER GASKET TYPE


PRESSURE (PSI)
PRESSURE (BARG)
DR-26V 1” WIDE CHESTERTON/SELCO “STEEL TRAP” 304SS/GRAPHITE
1200 +
OR MANWAY GASKET WITH PRESSURE SENSITIVE ADHESIVE ON
(83 +)
DR-27V ONE SIDE.
201 TO 1199 DR-27V 1/8” (3mm) THICK X 1” (25mm) WIDE REINFORCED FLEXIBLE
(15 - 82) GRAPHITE WITH STAINLESS STEEL FOIL INSERT AND
LESS THAN 200 Lenape Type “S” CORROSION INHIBITED PRESSURE SENSITIVE ADHESIVE ON ONE
(14) Not Machined SIDE
OR DR-27V

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