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Method Statement For Insulation Works and Jacketing
Method Statement For Insulation Works and Jacketing
Method Statement For Insulation Works and Jacketing
1. PURPOSE .................................................................................................................. 3
2. REFERENCES .......................................................................................................... 3
3. INSULATION MATERIAL .................................................................................... 3
4. STORAGE OF MATERIALS ................................................................................. 4
5. PREPARATION OF INSULATION : .................................................................... 5
6. INSULATION PROCEDURE : ............................................................................... 5
7. FINAL ACCEPTANCE ............................................................................................ 7
8. INSPECTION PROCEDURE .................................................................................. 8
1. PURPOSE
The purpose of this method Statement is to describe the execution procedure for the
supply and installation of Hot & Personnel Protection insulation works of Piping, Valves
and Flanges.
This method statement provides the necessary support to the execution team with relevant
information regarding the specific project requirement and a guide line for a procedure to
work safely.
2. REFERENCES
As per Project Specification
3. INSULATION MATERIAL
Insulation thickness up to 100mm will be used as a single layer & above 100 mm to be
multiple layers.
The blanket is made of molten mineral with binder and has on one side stainless steel 304
wire mesh (wire diameter 0.7 mm to 0.9 mm) with 25 mm hexagonal pattern. The density
of blanket is 135 kg/cum which shall conforms to ASTM C 592. The insulation materials
shall be suitable for operating temperature up to 650ºC.
Insulation thickness up to 100mm will be used as a single layer & above 100 mm to be
multi layer.
3.5 Cladding Materials (Piping):
The surface cladding shall be made of Aluminum Alloy, A3003, temper H14 with
Polysurlyn moisture barrier and exterior clear coat.
The thickness of the Aluminum Alloy 3003 cladding sheet shall be 0.8 mm.
SS 316 pop rivets of size 4 mm X 10 mm shall be used for fixing toggle clips to the boxes
for valves and flanges and also for fixing the metal clips inside the boxes for valves and
flanges.
Toggle clips are quick release type of SS 316 of 1” size and shall be used to connect two
halves of the removable boxes of valves and flanges.
3.8 Sealant:
TIC 7030 or FOSTER 95-44 shall be used as metal sealant at all possible source of
moisture penetration for the insulation system having temperature resistant up to 121ºC
and between the direct contact points of jacketing with hot metal surface.
4. STORAGE OF MATERIALS
4.1 Responsibility
All the material shall be placed /stored in safe custody/charge of M/s XXXXX. It shall be
the responsibility of the XXXXX Field Supervisor to guarantee the flawless storage of the
material for the hot insulation.
All materials required for offshore works shall be transported and stored at the required
platform without any damages by XXXXX.
4.2 Condition
The storage of the material shall be stacked properly such that all the materials are easy
accessible. Materials shall be protected against all adverse environments such as sun,
humidity, moisture, rain, dust, sand, salt air, salt spray and seawater.
Hardware such as Screws, rivets, strap etc. should be stored in intact transport boxes
inside a closed room.
5. PREPARATION OF INSULATION :
Surfaces shall be insulated only after the pressure testing has been done by the Client.
All mechanical works, testing must be completed before releasing the pipe lines for
insulation works.
All the area prior to start of insulation shall be officially released to XXXXX. This is
to ensure that all mechanical works (incl. Pipe support), painting & electrical heat tracing
(if applicable) has been completed and pipe is released for insulation activity. No
Insulation activity shall be started without release note and shall be issued prior to start
the insulation work.
Surfaces to be insulated shall be absolutely clean, free of oil, grease, dirt & moisture.
6. INSULATION PROCEDURE :
The total process consists of surface check, fixing of insulation materials, securing and
cladding activities. This procedure covers stage wise activities including quality control
check for insulation work.
A controlled copy of manufacturer product data sheet and Method statement shall be
available at the site throughout the duration of the project.
Whenever insulation work shall be interrupted, the insulation spot shall be protected with
polythene sheet to avoid ingress of any moisture.
The following item shall not be insulated, unless otherwise noted on the drawings
Insulation work on any particulars pipeline shall be commenced only after obtaining
authorized release from concerned authority in writing. All surfaces to be insulated shall
be cleaned free of oil, grease and all other foreign matters and it has to be dry at the time
of insulation application.
Preformed mineral wool pipe section on pipe lines up to 24” NPS will be used. If pipe
line is over 24” NPS, mineral wool blanket with SS304 wire mesh on one side or slabs
will be used. Insulation material shall be applied in minimum number of layers as
required in the specification. When the insulation thickness required is above 100mm, the
insulation shall be applied in two layers.
Single layers Insulation shall be secured with SS 316 wire of 1.2 mm thickness up to
insulation diameter of 200 mm and with SS 316 bands of 15 mm X 0.5 mm insulation Dia
above 200 mm. Multiple layer insulation shall be secured with SS 316 Wires in the inner
layers for all pipe sizes. Wire and band shall be spaced on 300mm maximum centres.
Securement of fittings shall be as required to hold the insulation segments together
tightly, but as a minimum each end shall be secured.
Blanket shall be tightly butted. Any open joints, irregularities or voids the insulation
shall be filled with loose mineral wool to ensure a full and continuous insulation thickness
required.
Ensure insulation does not pose risk to operators hand while turning valve handle.
INSULATION OF ELBOW
Same insulation material as used on the adjoining pipe line shall be used over elbows
after fabricating in required shapes.
All insulation segments shall be secured by SS 316 binding wire of 1.2mm thickness.
Gaps/holes shall be filled with the same insulation material.
The insulation shall be of the same type and thickness as the adjacent pipe or
equipment insulation. Insulation shall be installed in such a way so that no gaps exist at
the joints when the box is closed.
The surface cladding shall be made of Aluminum Alloy, A3003, H14 with Polysurlyn
moisture barrier and exterior clear coat.
The thickness of the Aluminum Alloy 3003 cladding sheet shall be 0.8 mm.
On round pipe, the cladding shall be cut to size rounded and placed concentric to the
pipe with overlap of 50mm on both longitudinal and circumferential. Overlaps shall be
staggered.
The cladding shall be secured with SS 316 Bands of size 15 mm x 0.5 mm thick
spaced on 300 mm maximum centres.
Metal jacketing over vertical pipe shall be supported on 100mm long S-clip (to be
fabricated at site). The clip shall be equally spaced with one clip at overlap. The
minimum number of S-clip shall be two for pipe sizes up to and including 150mm
diameter, and four for pipe size over 150 mm diameter.
The fitting covers shall be tightly fastened with SS 316 screws on 75 mm maximum
centres. Overlaps shall be 50mm wide and arranged to shed water. Where it is impractical
to maintain 50 mm overlap, the overlapped jackets shall be secured together with screws
spaced 75 mm centres. Each end of fitting covers shall be banded with SS 316 bands of
15 mm x 0.5 mm thick.
A water tight metal termination cover shall be installed where pipe insulation
terminates on permanent basis. Overlaps of the cover over the adjacent metal jacket shall
be secured with sheet metal screw installed on 75 mm centres.
7. FINAL ACCEPTANCE
Inspections shall be based on approved ITP’s.
Upon final acceptance of the metal cladding, XXXXX shall issue an inspection
control sheet form for the relevant Pipe lines and equipments being inspected.
8. INSPECTION PROCEDURE
The inspection of the insulation system shall be during the following stages:
The insulation shall be applied in accordance with good industrial practice and when
finished shall have a neat and workman like appearance to the satisfaction of the
company.
Ensure materials are protected from being damaged by moisture, temperature, wind or
any other atmospheric factors.
Verify that the materials applied are the same as they specified or approved materials.
Verify the insulated item and insulation code are same as marked in the P&IDs and
related drawings.
Inspect the insulation support for correct location, type, width and length if
applicable.
Verify that the insulated surface to uniform without gaps and voids.
Verify that the joints of insulation segments are properly staggered and tightly
installed.
Ensure that the insulation is clean, dry and fit for its intended purpose before
weatherproofing is applied.