Khobar Sea Water RO Desalination Plant

Salem Al Salem Cont. Est.

Method Statement for RO Pressure vessels

AL-KHOBAR SEA WATER REVERSE OSMOSIS

DESALINATION PLANT PROJECT

Salem Al Salem Cont. Est.

DOCUMENT TITLE :
METHOD STATEMENT FOR
RO PRESSURE VESSELS INSTALLATION

Description Rev Date Prepared by Reviewed by Approved by

Method Statement for NISAR

Underdrains Installation 0 19-08-19 MUTHU HUSSAIN NEIL FAIR

TABLE OF CONTENT
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Method Statement for RO Pressure vessels

1. INTRODUCTION
2. SCOPE
3. PURPOSE
4. REFERENCE DOCUMENTS
5. DEFINITIONS
6. RESPONSIBILITIES
7. MATERIAL RECEIVING & HANDLING
8. PREPARATION FOR INSTALLATION
9. CODES AND STANDARDS
10. MOUNTING THE SHELL
11. PIPING CONNECTIONS
12. TECHNICAL DATA
13. INSPECTION & ACCEPTANCE
14. HEALTH, SAFETY AND RISK ASSESSMENT

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Method Statement for RO Pressure vessels

1. INTRODUCTION
This method statement covers the procedure involved in handling & installation
of RO pressure vessels.
2. SCOPE
This Scope is to describe the methodology for the Installation of RO
pressure vessels shown in IFC drawings works to be performed for KHOBAR
SEA WATER REVERSE OSMOSIS PLANT Project at Al Khobar City in
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in order to qualify and comply with all the Project
Specifications.
3. PURPOSE
The purpose of this method statement is to describe the necessary steps
to be followed during the Installation of RO pressure vessels.
4. REFERENCE DOCUMENTS
 Approved IFC Drawings.
 Project Specification-H652-DSL-EPC-0300-Rev.3
5. DEFINITIONS
All definitions mentioned in the documents have priority over other
standards and any deviations of these standards shall be brought to the
attention of the Company Representative for resolution. All terms are used in
the development of this procedure are defined below:
 Project Khobar Reverse Osmosis Sea Water Desalination Plant
 Client Saline Water Conversion Corporation
 Consultant FICHTNER
 Contractor ACCIONA
 Sub-contractor Salem Al Salem Contracting Establishment

6. RESPONSIBILITIES
Following responsibilities need to be assured by the Sub-contractor’s
construction management under this section of works.

6.1 Quality Control Inspector (QCI)

 The QCI is responsible for the preparation of the RFI and timely
submission of the same to the ACCIONA for inspection notification
requirement for RFI.
 Conduct daily inspection/surveillance to verify if the activity is as per
the approved procedure.
 Coordinate with the site Engineer and ACCIONA/FICHTNER
representative during inspection.

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6.2 Site Supervisor / Foreman

 Secure work permit and other relevant permit to execute the job.
 Supervise the execution of the work and ensure that it is being done
as per project approved specification and approved work procedure.
 Ensure that manpower and equipment are properly distributed.
 Coordinate with other construction team working adjacent to his
location of work.
 Conduct HIRA and to ensure that each member of the crew is aware
of the hazards.
 Ensure that all control measures to arrest the hazard are being
implemented.
 Arrange for the required materials, tools and equipment.
 Responsible for daily execution and coordination of works as per client
requirement.
 Additional responsibilities related to project execution are referred in
individual job description.
6.3 Site Engineer
 The site Engineer is to ensure installation is being carried out to the
required job specification.
 To ensure that all parties required any kind of inspection or test are
suitably informed as to the construction program.
 Notify Quality department when works are ready for inspections.
 Ensure that notification time to quality department is sufficient to meet
notification time given to client.
 Responsible for all the coordination work with various department and
Main Contractor in the site.
6.4 Safety Officer
 To ensure that all safety requirements to start the activity are
provided by the construction group as per SWCC project HSE
manual and specification.
 To conduct daily inspection to ensure that safety requirements are
being maintained up to the completion of the activity.
6.5 QC Supervisor
 Responsible for monitoring & ensuring the quality of all activities
performed in this procedure to be performed in accordance with
project specifications, and approved IFC drawing.

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Method Statement for RO Pressure vessels

7. MATERIAL RECEIVING & HANDLING

 Be careful not to scratch on wall of the shell, especially in the sealing area
inboard of locking segment groove near the end.
 Never lift or move a vessel by placing anything inside it. The vessel is
durable and ideally suited to its purpose, but careless handling can
permanently damage it.
 Do not drop vessel or allow it to hit hard on the ground or against other
objects.
 Do not apply improper stress to shell.
 Before lifting the vessel use proper padding to avoid the damage on the
shell. Severe scratches or gouging of the vessel can result in failure of the
vessel wall.
 Avoid direct contact between steel and vessel.
 Do not allow undue stress to act on the Feed/ Concentrate port, which
might cause impact damage to the port area, leading to leakage. Do not
use the Feed/Concentrate port or the permeate port as a tool to lift the
pressure vessel or as a support to manifolds. Manifolds should be self-
supporting.

8. Preparation for Installation

The supervisor shall check for the following items;

Appearance of equipment for damage if any,

 Check orientation marking on the vessel.
 Check the lifting points.
 Oil and foreign matters stuck on the surface of vessels should be
removed before installation.

9. CODES AND STANDARDS

The below standards are referenced throughout this document

 ASME X ASME / Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.

 ANSI 61- Drinking Water System Components – Health Effects.
 ASTM A380-06 - Standard Practice for Cleaning, Descaling and
Passivation of Stainless Steel Parts, Equipment and Systems.
 ASTM A240/A240M- Standard Specification for Heat-Resisting
Chromium-Nickel Stainless Steel plate, Sheet and Strip for Pressure
Vessels.

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10. Mounting shell

This section is concerned with the mounting of pressure vessels.
 Provide adequate platform for servicing at both ends of vessel. Elements are
installed from the upstream end (feed), pushed through towards the
downstream end and eventually removed from the downstream end.
 Position each vessel on its mounting frame such that it is centered between
headers.
 It is important that each vessel be placed to minimize any unnecessary strain
on piping that connects a vessel to a header. Normally each vessel should be
centered in the frame with the feed and concentrate ports positioned such that
piping connections can be made easily, without undue strain at each end of
the vessel.
 Mount vessels on rubber saddles (provided with the vessel) positioned in line
with predrilled frame holes.
 Do not mount vessel rigidly, restricted expansion can result in damage to the
vessel.
 Place mounting straps over vessel with plastic strip against vessel.
 Position screw through the frame mounting holes into strap nuts and run up to
the frame finger tight.
 Using a wrench, tighten mounting bolts one additional full turn. To avoid
damage to vessel shell, DO NOT over-tighten mounting nuts.
11. Piping connections
The following are suggested guidelines to ensure that the vessel is
allowed to expand and is easily serviced:
 Support the header and interconnecting piping in a manner that they
are self-supporting.
 Connecting piping alignment to feed, concentrate and permeate ports
should not exceed 0.030 inch (0.762 mm) misalignment.
 Piping connections to the vessel’s feed /concentrate ports should be
via flexible IPS grooved Coupling.

12. INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

Sidewall Ported RO pressure vessels are designed for continuous long
term use as housings for reverse osmosis membranes. Typically, the pressure
rating, overall length and total number of vessels is determined by calculations used
during membrane element section. Vessels are installed into a system frame that
provides the recommended support points and then strapped snugly to the frame
using provided mounting hardware. Vessel installation and piping connections
should allow for expansion due to change in temperature and pressure in both length
and diameter as the vessel is operated. During maintenance, it may be necessary to
remove a pressure vessel from a bank for repair or replacement. Sufficient space
must be available for this to happen. Care must be taken in installation and in
removal of the vessels to not damage the shell. Damage to the shell can result in
explosive head failure of the vessel and possible injury to personnel. Vessels and
supports shall be designed to withstand seismic loads and pressures seen

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From the High pressure feed pumps. Those vessel components in contact with the
product stream shall be suitable for use with drinking water and meet requirements
NSF/ANSI 61 Drinking Water Components – Health Effects.

 Vessels must be installed correctly to ensure safe use and long service
life.
 Check that vessels mounted on horizontal support frame using compliant
black urethane saddles; hold-down straps snug, not tight.
 Check that each vessel is free to expand under pressure; shell is not
clamped rigidly in place; piping vessel ports not connected using rigid
connections.
 Check that each vessel does not support any other component.
 All the vessels are of different capacities, they shall be clearly marked for
erection.

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Method Statement for RO Pressure vessels

Technical Data

1200 psi Vessels

DESCRIPTION DA

DESCRIPTION DATA
Manufacturer Harbin ROPV Industrial Co.,
Manufacturer
Ltd.
Type Type R8040B1200S-7W

Size Size 8 “

Design Pressure 1,200 psig (82.7 bar)

Design Temperature 22 - 50 degrees

Number of membranes per vessel 7

Seawater pH 8.1 – 8.4

Design Temperature 22 - 50 degrees

CIP pH 3-11 or 2-12 for max. 30 minutes.

Ports 4 Ports and 2 Ports

Port Size 2.5”

Connection Lateral

Two toric rings per inter connector. Square

Interconnector Ring
rings will not be accepted.

TA

450 psi Vessels

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Method Statement for RO Pressure vessels

DESCRIPTION DATA
Manufacturer Harbin ROPV Industrial Co.,
Manufacturer
Ltd.
Type R8040B450S-7W

Size 8“

Design Pressure 450 psig (30.60 bar)

Design Temperature 22 - 50 degrees

Number of membranes per vessel 7

Seawater pH 8.1 – 8.4

Design Temperature 22 - 50 degrees

CIP pH 3-11 or 2-12 for max. 30 minutes.

Ports 4 Ports and 2 Ports

Port Size 3”

Connection Lateral

Two toric rings per inter connector. Square

Interconnector Ring
rings will not be accepted.

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Method Statement for RO Pressure vessels

13. INSPECTION & ACCEPTANCE

Final Check
After the RO pressure vessels have been installed it should be
Checked carefully as follows:

 Ensure that materials of all bolts and nuts are as specified.

 It is recommended to avoid use of short bolts.
 Don’t over tight the bolt.
 Ensure the correct torque value will be obtained.
 Make sure the 4 ports & 2 ports will be positioned as per the client
approved drawing.
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13. HEALTH SAFETY AND RISK ASSESSMENT

 Work permit shall be secured by the engineer, where applicable prior to

carrying out any work and work shall commence in accordance with the
specific measures itemed in the work permit. A copy of the work permit
shall be display at designated area.
 The health and safety shall perform a splendid role in all construction
activities to ensure that all works being carried out in a safe manner and
creating a healthy environment at site. All works performed by individuals
shall comply with the Company and client health and safety standards.
 Sub-contractor supervisor shall conduct regular toolbox meetings and
explain the requirements of PPE and other special needs to create safe
working environment. He is responsible for the target and the project
milestones.
 Sub-contractor Safety officer shall closely monitor and assure that all works
are carried out in highly safe manner, gearing the workers with full strength
of safety protective equipment’s. Preparation of safety barricading and dust
control screening wherever applicable in safe manner, safe workability of
equipment to be used and fulfilling any other additional safety needs as
required during work executions. He shall also check and ensure that only
qualified personnel are carrying out the equipment & machinery related
works.

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