Royal Gallary Chilled Water System Cleaning Method of Statement

United Fields ROYAL GALLARY ROJECT IN KAU
Establishment
Contractor: Veolia Water Technologies Doc. Ref. No:

Date Issued: June 15, 2022
Title: Chilled Water System Chemical Cleaning
Method Statement
For
CLEANING & TREATMENT OF CHILLED WATER PIPE
NETWORK
Submitted By:
(Sub-Contractor)
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List of Contents
Section Title Page
1.0 SCOPE OF WORK 03
2.0 PERSONNEL RULES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 05
3.0 SYSTEM CHEMISTRY 06
4.0 PROCEDURES 07
5.0 MATERIALS 16
6.0 STORAGE AND HANDLING 17
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1.0 SCOPE OF WORKS:

Method Statement covers the chilled water pipeline, chilled water internal circuits, chemical
cleaning, passivation and inhibition.
Sharqawi Contractors Manpower for operation, supply of makeup water, bypass, strainers
Scope of work : cleaning, bypass removal, cranage for loading, uploading, positioning,
installation of temporary filters, draining, venting provisions, sampling
points, drain points, and disposal of effluent.
Veolia Water Scope : Chemicals supply, water analysis.
LOCATIONS:
Chilled water pipeline, chilled water internal circuits and chilled water pipe.
SITE PREPARATION:
 The targeted chilled water circuits will be one circuit to be able control the flushing process
and the volume of water.
 Ensure that the all by-pass points have been completed, pressure tested and approved by the
engineer.
 Insure availability of continuous supply of water.
 The availability of electricity at site for lighting.
 The availability of chemicals and Labor/manpower at site for 24 hours operation.
 The availability of disposal area for drainage.
 Confirm availability of safety equipment on site and ensure that workers are trained in safety
requirements.
 Air vent are installed at the top most point at the end of each loop of the branches
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CHEMICAL INJECTION
There will be a quantity of chemicals during the course of the system chemical cleaning,
chemicals will be introduced via chemical dosing pot.
SAMPLING POINTS
United Fields Establishment is responsible for the locations of sampling points from which water
will be taken for analysis. The samples will be used to establish if the cleaning chemicals are
being properly circulated and the final system quality is satisfactory.
WATER QUALITY
The quality of water used for the flushing and chemical cleaning of the system should be
compatible with the cleaning method.
Parameter Supply Water
pH 7.5 to 8.5
TDS, ppm <1000
Chlorides ppm as Cl <300
Sulphate ppm as SO4 <300
Total Hardness ppm as CaCO3 < 200
Total Alkalinity as CaCO3 <80 ppm
Iron < 0.2 ppm
Suspended Solids < 10 ppm
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2.0 PERSONNEL RULES & RESPONSIBILITY:

The flushing, chemical cleaning, inhibition procedures and water testing will be carried out by
united filed establishment. Veolia water will identify to the requirements for technical support.
Skilled personnel from Sharqawi at site must be available throughout the cleaning and
treatment process.
The involved engineers shall be experienced in this line of work as well as site inducted on safe
site working. The method statement shall be available with engineers. The engineers shall be an
experienced competent and shall make the personnel aware of the risks involved with the
activity. Precautions against risk shall be made aware and applied.
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3.0 SYSTEM CHEMISTRY

System contaminants
The main contaminants can be found in chilled water system are as follows:
Debris
Water systems can pick up many extraneous materials which inadvertently find their way into
systems during manufacture, storage and installation of the components. These include
millscale, welding slag and metal swarf which can usually be removed by thorough clean water
flushing. Those which are not so easy to remove include cutting oil, soldering flux, jointing
compounds and grease.
Corrosion products
Corrosion products are typical contaminants of water systems. There are two main causes of
corrosion in steel pipework:
The electrolytic reaction between metal surfaces connected through the presence of an
electrolyte. In the case of a pipework system, the metal surfaces are connected by the
electrolyte, water. The reaction which takes place involves the iron in the pipework combining
with oxygen and hydrogen from the water, and then further reacting with dissolved oxygen to
form iron oxides.
The principal factors influencing the rate of corrosion are the types and concentrations of
impurities in the water, temperature, and the water flow rate. The chief chemical variables
controlling the corrosive characteristics of water are its dissolved oxygen concentration, carbon
dioxide content, pH and the amount of dissolved solids.
Biological fouling
The causes of biological fouling in water systems may be attributed to the source of the water, or
the introduction of impurities during installation. Bacterial problems are common and can be
difficult to predict.
Systems left filled but unused, or which are filled and subsequently drained, can quickly develop
a biofilm layer on pipe surfaces. In the right conditions, certain types of bacteria may multiply
and contribute to sludge formation and gassing.
The types of bacteria that cause problems are varied. Sulphate-reducing bacteria are the most
destructive groups of biological foulants because they can cause corrosion resulting in severe
localized pitting of pipework surfaces.
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4.0 PROCEDURE
4.1 CHILLED WATER SYSTEM - PRE-FLUSHING, CHEMICAL CLEANING AND CHEMICAL TREATMENT
CLEANING PROCEDURES
After the completion of the steps mentioned in the site preparation on circuit and loop the
following will take place on each system as follows:
This specification details the steps required when carrying out the chemical cleaning of chilled
water system.
 STAGE I : Dynamic Flushing

 STAGE II : Chemical Cleaning
 STAGE III : Flushing
 STAGE IV : Passivation/ Flushing
 STAGE V : Enhancing
 STAGE VI :Final Treatment: Corrosion Inhibitor and Microbiocides
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STAGE I: DYNAMIC FLUSHING

FLUSHING OBJECTIVE:
 To remove as much as possible loose dirt and debris from the pipe work system.
 To reduce the likelihood of system blockage.
 To create the best possible circumstances for a successful treatment regime.
a. Gradually open drain points valves and adjust until rate balances the main flow rate in the
system. To remove loose light surface rust, mill scale and small debris. During dynamic flushing
and chemical cleaning.
b. Once flushing is complete, drain the water to the designated area.
Control parameters for Pre-Chemical Cleaning Stage (Plain Flushing Completion)
Please find below the water quality to be achieved before the addition of cleaning chemical
based on the indicated make up water quality.
Parameter Before addition of Cleaning Chemical
pH 7.5 to 8.5
TDS ppm < 100
Chlorides ppm as Cl < 300
Sulphate ppm as SO4 < 300
Total Alkalinity as CaCO3 < 80 ppm
Iron < 50 ppm
Water should be calear almost as the makeup water clearity.
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STAGE II: CHEMICAL CLEANING

a. Add the HYDREXTM 5208 cleaner at a level of 2.0 kg /M 3 of the system volume. Chemical cleaner
HYDREXTM 5208 will be introduced via an external dosing pot.
b. The water in the system should be recirculated for a period of 24 hours till the desired level of
cleaning is achieved and the circuit water parameters stabilize.
c. Recirculation continues for the next 24 hours before neutralization will be initiated.
STAGE III: FLUSHING

a. The water will be drained in several bleeding points, water will be drained from the network.
b. System will be refilled with fresh water and make balance flushing while part of the water pass
through the Side-Stream Filtration. Draining and balance flushing .
c. Balance flushing continues until the water runs clear and met the following water parameters:
Parameter Before addition of Cleaning Chemical
pH 7.5 to 8.5
TDS ppm < 1000
Chlorides ppm as Cl < 300
Sulphate ppm as SO4 < 300
Total Alkalinity as CaCO3 < 80 ppm
Iron < 5 ppm
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STAGE IV: PASSIVATION – METAL PREPARATION

a. Once the desired water quality is achieved at the end of stage III, all drain points will be shut and
passivation chemical will be dosed using chemical dosing pot.
All water quality parameters will be monitored to determine the progress of the passivation to
prevent flash rusting and prepare the metal surfaces for inhibition. It is advisable to passivate the
metal surface using HYDREXTM 2510 at the rate of 5 kgs/m3. This should be recirculated in 48
hours, then balance flushing will be conducted until the water becomes almost clear.
STAGE V: Enhancing
During the refilling / flushing with Hydrex-2924 (Enhancer) at dose rate of 2.0kg/m3 shall be
added to promote pre-filming and passivation. Delayed refilling allows ingress of atmospheric
oxygen which can result in to flush corrosion on pre-cleaned surfaces.
On immediate balance flushing, the system will be recirculated for 6 hours to react with the
metal surfaces to permit passivation. Thereafter the system will be flushed by balance drain and
refill. Draining the system should be avoided which can disturb the passivation process. This
balance drain and refill will be supported with Hydrex-2924 (Enhancer) at dosage rate of 2.0
kg/m3/hour to prevent flash corrosion. The above shall continue till clarity to the re-circulating
water is established.
At this stage of balance refill flushing, testing will conduct to make sure that the system are
ready and prepare for final fill of corrosion inhibitor. The Operating Parameters to be test are as
follows;
Total Dissolved Solids Equivalent to incoming water main.

pH Equivalent to incoming water main.
Iron in solution Less than 2 ppm
Visually clear and bright water, free from
Appearance
suspended solids.
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STAGE VI: FINAL TREATMENT – CORROSION INHIBITOR/BIOCIDE DOSING

At this point the drain valve should be closed, system allowed to fill completely together with
corrosion inhibitor & biocide. The inhibitor concentration should be checked.
Total requirements of cleaner to be used in this stage:
Product Function Dosage Rate
HYDREXTM 2510S Corrosion Inhibitor 3.0 Kgs/m3
HYDREXTM 7910 Biocide 0.50 Kgs/m3
Note: After the addition of the final chemicals, which is the corrosion inhibitor and the biocide,
the chilled water in the system, should be under continuous circulation to avoid any corrosion
formation or bacterial growth. (i.e. the water should not be stagnant)
a. CONTROL LIMITS
Parameter After addition of Final Chemical
Appearance Clear to Pink
pH 9.5 +
Iron ≤ 2.0 ppm
Nitrite as NaNO2 1250 ppm min.
Total Bacterial Count Nil
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5.0 MATERIALS
The following chemicals will be supplied to complete the flushing and chemical cleaning and
treatment of the system.
Chilled Water
Chemicals Function
 Degreasing agents to remove grease or oil.
HYDREXTM 5208
 Cleaners to remove surface oxides.
HYDREXTM 2510  To minimize the rate of Corrosion.
 To prevent flash corrosion and to protect metal surface during drain, flush
HYDREXTM 2924
and refilling.
TM
HYDREX 2510S  To minimize the rate of Corrosion.
HYDREXTM 7910  To remove biofilms and reduce bacteria levels.
NS
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Veolia water confirm that the above mentioned HYDREXTM specialty chemicals, which are going
to be used at the flushing process, are safe to be used at all equipment’s and components of the
Chilled Water Networks, Hydrex water treatment chemicals doesn’t have adverse effect on the
pipework and chilled water pumps of various metallurgy such as carbon steel, stainless steel,
brass and bronze; and/or rubber components of the closed cooling water circuit, accordingly all
parts of the circuits including the pumps can be included in the flushing of the system.
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6.0 STORAGE AND HANDLING

All chemicals will be stored and handled in accordance with veolia water recommendations to
prevent their deterioration and damage. Chemicals will be stored in shaded area in the original
containers with labels informing about product name and safety information.
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Contractor: Veolia Water Technologies Doc. Ref. No:

Contractor: Veolia Water Technologies Doc. Ref. No:

Section Title Page

1.0 SCOPE OF WORK 03

2.0 PERSONNEL RULES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 05

3.0 SYSTEM CHEMISTRY 06

6.0 STORAGE AND HANDLING 17

Contractor: Veolia Water Technologies Doc. Ref. No:

1.0 SCOPE OF WORKS:

Veolia Water Scope : Chemicals supply, water analysis.

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2.0 PERSONNEL RULES & RESPONSIBILITY:

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3.0 SYSTEM CHEMISTRY

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 STAGE I : Dynamic Flushing

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STAGE I: DYNAMIC FLUSHING

Water should be calear almost as the makeup water clearity.

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STAGE II: CHEMICAL CLEANING

STAGE III: FLUSHING

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STAGE IV: PASSIVATION – METAL PREPARATION

Total Dissolved Solids Equivalent to incoming water main.

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STAGE VI: FINAL TREATMENT – CORROSION INHIBITOR/BIOCIDE DOSING

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6.0 STORAGE AND HANDLING

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