Well Services QHSE Standard 23 Guideline 01: Swivel Joint and Loop Inspection and Test

Well Services QHSE Standard 23
Guideline 01: Swivel Joint and

Loop Inspection and Test
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Revision History
Version Date Description Prepared by
1.6 05-Aug-2016 Added 3” 2202 and 4” 1502 to Minimum Wing Author: Walter Taylor;
Nut Height table TechCom:John Schneider
1.5 31-Mar-2016 Update owner, approver for OI Transformation Author: John Schneider
1.4 23-Aug-2012 Add separate table for male sub minimum wall Author: John Schneider
thickness
1.3 02-May-2012 Remove QCC painting requirements Author: John Schneider
1.2 15-Aug-2011 Removed approved supplier list, refer to Std Author: John Schneider
05. Add 1.5-in 1502 Lm value.
1.1 08-Oct-2010 New requirements for Documentation, Banding Author: John Schneider
and Painting
1.01 17-May-2010 Clarify owner, reviewer, and approver Author: John Schneider
1.0 03-Nov-2008 First release as a standalone document from Author: John Schneider
Standard 23
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WS S23 G01:Swivels and Loops / Foreword
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1-i WS S23 G01:Swivels and Loops / Inspection and Test 1-i
1 Inspection and Test

1.1 General information ____________________________________________ 1-1
1.2 Annual inspection requirements _______________________________ 1-1
1.2.1 Visual inspection _____________________________________________ 1-1
1.2.2 Wall thickness inspection _____________________________________ 1-2
1.2.3 Union and swivel inspection __________________________________ 1-5
1.2.4 Pressure test ________________________________________________ 1-8

1.2.5 Documentation ______________________________________________ 1-8
1.2.6 Banding _____________________________________________________ 1-8
1.2.7 Painting _____________________________________________________ 1-8
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General information
1.1
Minimum requirements:
• Each swivel joint must be identified with a unique serial number that will
remain with the equipment until it is removed from service.
• Each piece must be inspected and pressure tested as per this guideline, at
least, once every twelve (12) months unless otherwise required on a more
frequent basis.
• The results of the inspection and pressure test must be documented. The
documentation (either a paper copy or electronic copy) must be kept on file
at the operating location for one year or until the next inspection.
• Any piece not meeting the requirements of this guideline must be taken out
of service and repaired or destroyed.
1.2 Annual inspection requirements
1.2.1 Visual inspection

• Ensure that the component was manufactured by an approved supplier
according to the current version of Well Services QHSE Standard 05, or that
an exemption approved by Well Services headquarters is in place.
• Ensure that the swivel joint has not been welded for any reason.
• Verify that the swivel joint has a band with a serial number; if the band is
missing, perform the necessary research to identify the joint’s serial number.
• Inspect the internal bore of the swivel joint for erosion or corrosion. If the
swivel joint shows any signs of erosion or corrosion, test the point of concern
with the ultrasonic thickness tester.
• Check for cracks in the root of the 1502/1002 (4-in) acme thread or any
other damages to this thread. If there are any concerns, perform an MPI
of the union.
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• Inspect the outside of the swivel joint for surface damage such as dents,
gouges, or flat spots. Test the point of concern with the ultrasonic thickness
tester.
• Check for cracks in the 90-degree angle on the back side of the male hub. If
there are any concerns, perform an MPI of the union.
• Remove the seal rubber and check its condition and the condition of the
sealing face. Replace any seal rings that show damage of any kind. If the
sealing face is pitted or otherwise damaged, this part of the swivel joint will
need to be replaced.
• Manually rotate all swivels to check for wear in the ball races or for stiffness.
If rotation of the swivel indicates wear, the joint must be disassembled for
closer inspection.
• Without grinding them, check to see if the hammer lugs on the wing nut can
be dressed and still remain within acceptable limits. See Figure 1-4, part A.
1.2.2 Wall thickness inspection

1. Verify that the ultrasonic tester is current on its annual calibration and that it
has been calibrated at least once that day by following the manufacturer’s
procedure.
2. If required for the specific ultrasonic thickness tester, remove paint, grease,
rust and other materials from the area to be tested.
3. Measure the wall thickness at the desired areas designated in Figure 1-1,
for the male sub as indicated in , and any other areas indicated during the
visual inspection.
4. Compare the results of the wall thickness tests to the minimum wall thickness
for the components as shown in Table 1-1 (p. 1-4) and Table 1-2.
5. Remove from service and destroy any components that show a wall thickness
equal to or less than the minimum wall thickness.
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Figure 1-1: Swivel joints and loops
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Table 1-1: Treating Component Wear Limits
FMC Minimum SPM Minimum

Type of Component Size Wall Thickness: Wall Thickness:
Inches (mm) Inches (mm)
1-in LS15 0.178 [4.52]
1-1/2-in LS15 0.243 [6.17]
2-in LS15 0.309 [7.85] 0.350 [8.89]

2-in LS20 0.386 [9.80]
LS15 0.434 [11.02]
0.450 [11.43]
3-in TS15 0.403 [10.24]
Swivel joints TSi 15 0.403 [10.24]
3-in LS20 0.721 [18.29]
4-in LS10 0.390 [9.91]
4-in TSi 15 0.517 [13.13]
4-in XHTL 0.562 [14.27]
5-in FS-7.5 0.350 [8.89]
Loop, straight section 2-in 1502 0.306 [7.77]
Figure 1-2: Male sub
Table 1-2: Male-Sub Wear Limits
FMC Minimum SPM Minimum

Type of Component Size Wall Thickness: Wall Thickness:
Inches (mm) Inches (mm)
1-in 1502 0.228 [5.79]
1-1/2-in 1502 0.325 [8.26]
2-in 1502 0.316 [8.03] 0.37 [9.40]
2-in 2002 0.396 [10.06] 0.405 [10.29]
Male sub 3-in 1502 0.474 [12.04] 0.51 [12.95]
3-in 2002 0.821 [20.85] 0.841 [21.36]
4-in 1002 0.422 [10.72] 0.42 [10.67]
4-in 1502 0.592 [15.04] 0.65 [16.51]
4-in 1502XHTL 0.648 [16.46]
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1.2.3 Union and swivel inspection

1. Verify that all go/no-go gauges are current on their calibrations.
2. Thoroughly clean all parts of the union.
3. Clearly identify that the wing is made by FMC or SPM. If not and no
exemption approved by Well Services HQ is in place, remove from service

and destroy the swivel joint.
4. If the wing is 2-in and is marked “TEST” instead of “CWP,” remove the wing
and destroy it.
5. Grind the hammer lugs on the wing to match Figure 1-4 (p. 1-7), part B, and
measure L; if any lug matches Figure 1-4, part C, or has L equal to or less
than Lm (see Table 1-3 (p. 1-7)), remove the wing and destroy it.
6. Screw gauge #1 into the wing until it is hand-tight.
7. Backing out gauge #1 while pulling on it, count the number of turns until it
releases from the wing; if gauge #1 turns more than 1 turn before releasing,
remove the wing and destroy it.
8. Slide gauge #2 into the wing; if it enters the wing completely, remove the
wing and destroy it.
9. Dismantle the wing completely.
10. If the wing is an FR design, ensure that the segments and male hub are also
the FR design. Do not use gauges #5 or 6 to inspect FR parts.
11. Using gauge #5, check in three places around the circumference of the male
hub that the hook does not fit; if the hook does fit with the gauge level with the
hub, remove the section of the swivel joint with the male hub and destroy it.
12. Slide each of the segments through gauge #5 to ensure that there is no
visible clearance on surfaces A or B; if there is any clearance, destroy the
segment.
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Figure 1-3: Inspecting segments with gauge #5
13. Measure the surface B of all three segments, ensuring that they are the
same height; any differences in heights must be investigated to ensure that
FMC or SPM segments are being used in the respective unions.
14. Screw gauge #3 onto the thread until it is hand-tight.
15. Backing out gauge #3 while pulling on it, count the number of turns until it
releases from the thread; if gauge #3 turns more than 1 turn before releasing,
remove the section of the swivel joint with the thread and destroy it.
16. Slide gauge #4 onto the thread; if it slides over the thread to the mark on the
gauge, remove the section of the swivel joint with the thread and destroy it.
17. If the swivel joints indicated any wear or stiffness during the visual inspection,
dismantle them completely and thoroughly clean all parts. Discard the ball
bearings.
18. Run the “Go” side of the ball race gauge through each of the races; if there
is no clearance between gauge and the ball race, then run the “No-go” side
of the ball race gauge through the race; if there is no clearance, then remove
this section of the swivel joint and destroy it.
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Figure 1-4: Grinding guide for wing nut lugs
Table 1-3: Minimum Wing Nut Height
Lm
Component Minimum lug height to wing
I.D. in inches
1.5-in 1502 1.6
2-in 1502 1.5
2-in 2002 1.75
3-in 1502 1.75
3-in 2002 2.25
3-in 2202 2.25
4-in 1002 1.75
4-in 1502 2.25
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1.2.4 Pressure test

1. Reassemble the swivel joint correctly.
2. In a pressure test bay or other protected environment, fill the swivel joint with
water and pressure test it to +/-2.5% of its rated working pressure for, at
least 3 minutes.
3. If there are no leaks and the pressure drops off no more than 2.5% of its
rated working pressure within the 3 minutes, the swivel joint has passed
the inspection.
4. If the pressure decreases from the initial test pressure and stabilizes, the
pressure can be increased one time to reach the rated working pressure.
5. If there are visible leaks or the pressure drops off more than 2.5% of its rated
working pressure within the 3 minutes, release the pressure and return the
swivel joint for repair and retesting.
1.2.5 Documentation
Documentation must conform to the requirements stated in section 23.8.6 of
Standard 23.
Potential Severity: Catastrophic

Potential Loss: Assets, Personnel, Process, Reputation
Hazard Category: Pressure
NEVER weld on treating equipment.
1.2.6 Banding
Identification banding must conform to the requirements stated in section 23.8.7
of Standard 23.
1.2.7 Painting
Paint the swivel Schlumberger blue.
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Never paint a swivel yellow. Swivels cannot be used for flowback.

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Produced: 05-Aug-2016 20:36:23

Private IPC, PPC, 23,

Copyright © 2016 Schlumberger, Unpublished Work. All rights reserved.

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electronic or mechanical, in whole or in part, without the express written

Trademarks & Service marks

Schlumberger, the Schlumberger logotype, and other words or symbols used

A complete list of Schlumberger marks may be viewed at the Schlumberger

Approver: Joseph Hayes, WS OI manager

Name: WS Operations Integrity manager

1.3 02-May-2012 Remove QCC painting requirements Author: John Schneider

Foreword IPC,Well Services,WS,

InTouch to be sure you have the most current version.

1 Inspection and Test

1.2.4 Pressure test ________________________________________________ 1-8

1 Inspection and Test IPC, PPC,23,

1.2 Annual inspection requirements

1.2.1 Visual inspection

1.2.2 Wall thickness inspection

Figure 1-1: Swivel joints and loops

Table 1-1: Treating Component Wear Limits

FMC Minimum SPM Minimum

2-in LS15 0.309 [7.85] 0.350 [8.89]

Figure 1-2: Male sub

Table 1-2: Male-Sub Wear Limits

FMC Minimum SPM Minimum

1.2.3 Union and swivel inspection

exemption approved by Well Services HQ is in place, remove from service

Figure 1-3: Inspecting segments with gauge #5

Figure 1-4: Grinding guide for wing nut lugs

Table 1-3: Minimum Wing Nut Height

1.2.4 Pressure test

Potential Severity: Catastrophic

NEVER weld on treating equipment.

Never paint a swivel yellow. Swivels cannot be used for ﬂowback.

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