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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.0 GENERAL...................................................................................................................................... 5
1.1 Summary..........................................................................................................................................5
A. Scope of Specification ........................................................................................................5
B. Terminology .......................................................................................................................5
C. Related Specifications ........................................................................................................5
D. Related Technical Requirements ........................................................................................6
1.2 References........................................................................................................................................6
A. ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) ........................................................6
B. PFI (Piping Fabrication Institute) .......................................................................................7
C. Government Requirements .................................................................................................7
1.3 Drawing Presentation .....................................................................................................................7
A. Piping Isometric Drawings .................................................................................................7
1.4 Submittals ........................................................................................................................................7
A. QA (Quality Assurance) Manual ........................................................................................7
B. Pressure Test Records.........................................................................................................8
C. NDE (Nondestructive Examination) Records.....................................................................8
D. Weld Repair or Alteration Records.....................................................................................8
E. Welding Documentation .....................................................................................................8
F. MTRs (Material Test Reports) or COCs (Certificates Of Compliance) .............................8
1.5 Quality Assurance ...........................................................................................................................8
A. Field Fabricator...................................................................................................................8
B. Marafiq ...............................................................................................................................8
C. Contractor ...........................................................................................................................9

2.0 PRODUCTS ................................................................................................................................... 9

2.1 Materials ..........................................................................................................................................9
A. Specification .......................................................................................................................9
B. Substitutions .......................................................................................................................9
C. Non-pressure Attachments..................................................................................................9
D. Bolt Length .........................................................................................................................9
2.2 Material Receiving and Storage.....................................................................................................9
A. Storage of Project Materials ...............................................................................................9
B. Protection of Project Materials ...........................................................................................9
C. Receiving of Project Materials .........................................................................................10
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3.0 EXECUTION ............................................................................................................................... 10
3.1 Field Fabrication ...........................................................................................................................10
A. Piping................................................................................................................................10
B. Internal Misalignment.......................................................................................................10
C. Flanges and Fittings..........................................................................................................11
D. Reinforcing Pads...............................................................................................................11
E. Non-pressure Attachments................................................................................................11
F. Bending and Straightening................................................................................................12
G. Stub-On Branch Connections ...........................................................................................12
H. Fabrication Tolerances......................................................................................................12
I. Pup-Pieces ........................................................................................................................13
J. Surface Preparation and Painting......................................................................................13
3.2 Examination and Tests Prior To Installation .............................................................................13
A. Welding ............................................................................................................................13
B. Flanges..............................................................................................................................13
C. Prefabricated Piping..........................................................................................................13
3.3 Installation .....................................................................................................................................13
A. General..............................................................................................................................13
B. Flange Bolting ..................................................................................................................14
C. Joints.................................................................................................................................14
D. Supports ............................................................................................................................14
E. Vents and Drains...............................................................................................................15
F. Branch Connections..........................................................................................................15
G. Cleanliness of Piping ........................................................................................................15
3.4 Field Pressure Testing ..................................................................................................................16

4.0 ATTACHMENTS ........................................................................................................................ 16

4.1 Attachment 01 – Vents and Drains..............................................................................................16
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1.0 GENERAL

1.1 Summary

A. Scope of Specification

1. This specification prescribes the criteria for receiving, fabricating, and installing
pressure piping in accordance with applicable drawings.

2. Wherever a difference exists between this specification and the drawings, the
drawings shall govern. No deviation shall be made from this specification without
written authorization from Marafiq.

B. Terminology

1. Shop Fabricate: Fabrication performed at a Supplier's shop, normally remote from

the jobsite.

2. Field Fabricate: Fabrication performed at the jobsite, either in a field shop or at the
installation site area.

3. Field Assembly Items: Includes items ranging from small branches or bolt-on
components to shop fabricated pieces such as vents, drains, instrument connections,
valves, gaskets, bolts, and in-line instruments.

C. Related Specifications

The following specifications prescribe items of related Work:

 MQ-SP-P-5001: Process and Utility Piping Design, Layout, and Drawing

 MQ-SP-P-5002: Piping - Material Specification Line Classes – Process and
Utility Piping
 MQ-SP-P-5005: Internal Cleaning of Piping Systems
 MQ-SP-P-5006: Piping Service Color Coding
 MQ-SP-P05009 General Piping Specifications – Pipe Standard Details
 MQ-SP-P-5010: Piping Pressure Testing
 MQ-SP-P-5018: Piping Tie-Ins
 MQ-SP-P-5019: Cement Lined Carbon Steel Piping
 MQ-SP-P-5022: Piping Traceability And Certification
 MQ-SP-P-5024: Pipe Support Elements
 MQ-SP-P-5029: Welding/NDE Specification for Shop/Field Fabricated Pipe
 MQ-SP-M-4039: Specification for Painting

Coordinate Work prescribed by this specification with Work prescribed by the above
listed specifications.
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D. Related Technical Requirements

1. Design Documents

a. Symbols for fittings, flanges, valves, and valve top works and accessories are
shown in Marafiq Specification MQ-SP-P-5001, Attachments 02 and 03.

b. Dimensional chart dimensions for fittings, flanges, and valves can be found in
applicable ASME standards (ASME B16.9 for wrought buttweld fittings,
B16.11 for forged socketweld fittings, etc.).

c. Acceptance criteria and evaluation of flange facing damage are shown in ASME
B16.5.

d. Detail drawings showing items such as shoes, anchors, and field supports to be
used by the Field Fabricator are shown on Attachments to Marafiq Specification
MQ-SP-P-5009.

 Piping fabrication detail numbers are structured as follows:

5 FS1C - * (Size Code)

Detail Number
Marafiq Prime Account Number

This detail number will appear on the piping isometric.

 See Marafiq Specification MQ-SP-P-5009 index which lists the pipe

fabrication details included in the Field Fabricator's scope of work when
called for on the project isometric or orthographic drawings.

1.2 References

The publications listed below form part of this specification. Each publication shall be the latest
revision and addendum in effect at the time of issue of contract and of issue of this specification
unless noted otherwise. Except as modified by the requirements specified herein or the details of
the drawings, Work included in this specification shall conform to the applicable provisions of
these publications.

A. ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers)

1. B31.1 Power Piping

2. B31.3 Process Piping

Note!!! The limits of piping governed by codes other than ASME B31.1 or B31.3
shall be indicated on the piping drawings, and piping shall be fabricated in
accordance with those codes.
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B. PFI (Piping Fabrication Institute)

1. ES-3 Fabrication Tolerances

2. ES-24 Pipe Bending Methods, Tolerances, Process and Material Requirements

C. Government Requirements

Where fabrication criteria in this specification is affected by Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

legislation, regulation, standards and codes, this specification shall be modified as
necessary to ensure compliance.

1.3 Drawing Presentation

A. Piping Isometric Drawings

1. Piping isometric drawings shall show welded and assembly items.

2. Field fabricated portions of shop fabricated lines shall be indicated by encirclement

and so noted. The Shop Fabricator shall not supply or fabricate this portion of the
line.

3. Drawings shall have dimensions shown in mm.

4. On piping drawings where only coordinates and elevations are used, the Fabricator
shall establish the required fabrication dimensions. Where fitting make-up and valves
are not dimensioned, the fabricator shall use the dimensional charts from the
applicable material product standards. Gasket thicknesses are specified in Marafiq
Specification MQ-SP-P-5002.

5. Except for ring joint flanges, references to dimensions, coordinates, and elevation are
based on the centerline of the pipe and the contact face of flanges. Ring joint flanges
are dimensioned to the extreme face of the flange and not to the contact surface of
the groove.

6. Dimensions locating Latrolets are based on the intersecting points of the centerline
of the pipe and the projected centerline of the Latrolet.

7. Where CS (cold spring) or PS (pre-spring) is required, the dimension shown on the

piping drawing includes the required amount subtracted or added. The piping shall
be fabricated to the dimension shown.

8. Reducers and swages shall be concentric unless otherwise noted.

1.4 Submittals

Documents created and used by Contractor to produce, control, and manage this Work are subject
to review or approval by responsible representatives of Marafiq or Marafiq as follows:

A. QA (Quality Assurance) Manual

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1. A QA Manual shall be submitted to Marafiq for review and comment.

2. The manual shall include the procedures, instructions, and QA systems to ensure that
assigned field construction, fabrication, assembly, installation, field purchased
materials and services, field engineering, workmanship, and other related services
conform with the specified code, approved design engineering specifications, design
drawings, and other contractual, jurisdictional, and legal requirements.

B. Pressure Test Records

Keep test records according to Marafiq Specification MQ-SP-P-5010. Test records are
subject to review by Marafiq or their representative’s upon request.

C. NDE (Nondestructive Examination) Records

NDE procedures, personnel certifications, and NDE report forms shall be reviewed and
approved by Marafiq.

D. Weld Repair or Alteration Records

Repair or alteration records shall be kept in accordance with Marafiq Welding

Specification MQ-SP-P-5029, and shall be reviewed and approved by Marafiq.

E. Welding Documentation

Welding documentation shall be in accordance with Marafiq Welding Specification MQ-

SP-P-5029, and shall be reviewed and approved by Marafiq.

F. MTRs (Material Test Reports) or COCs (Certificates Of Compliance)

MTRs or COCs, if required, shall be submitted to Marafiq Engineering in accordance

with Marafiq Specification MQ-SP-P-5022.

1.5 Quality Assurance

Approved Marafiq fabrication and welding guidelines and methods are used in compliance with
project requirements. Project Piping Engineers and Design Supervisors shall monitor and review
the activities of the fabrication and installation to ensure that applicable codes, standards, and
procedures are being followed to meet project quality goals.

A. Field Fabricator

The Field Fabricator shall be responsible for fabrication accuracy. Each piece shall be
subject to check by Marafiq.

B. Marafiq

Marafiq Inspectors shall examine and inspect the final product to ensure that Marafiq
quality criteria have been met.
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C. Contractor

The Contractor shall examine and inspect piping components for damage and improper
manufacturing prior to beginning fabrication, in accordance with ASME B31.3,
Paragraph 341 or ASME B31.1, as applicable. After fabrication has been completed,
components shall be re-examined and re-inspected for possible damage. Repairs shall be
made before installation.

2.0 PRODUCTS

2.1 Materials

A. Specification

Piping materials shall be in accordance with Marafiq Specification MQ-SP-P-5002.

Deviations shall be noted on the piping drawings.

B. Substitutions

Substitutions, including thicker wall materials, are not permitted without written
authorization from Marafiq Material Engineering.

C. Non-pressure Attachments

Non-pressure attachments shall be supplied and installed in accordance with the

appropriate fabrication details and drawings.

D. Bolt Length

Bolt length shall be in accordance with Marafiq Specification MQ-SP-P-5002.

2.2 Material Receiving and Storage

A. Storage of Project Materials

1. Store material provided by Marafiq, or purchased for this project, in an area where
exposure to heat, dirt, and contamination is avoided.

2. Within the storage area, segregate pipe and fittings by material type, size, and
schedule.

B. Protection of Project Materials

Store stainless steel, aluminum, and high alloy piping under cover and clear of the
ground. Contact with ferritic steel is not permitted and contamination from ferritic
sources is not acceptable. Protect slings and hooks by plastic insulation or nylon. Storage
banding for pipe shall be of a non-contaminating and compatible material.
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C. Receiving of Project Materials

Upon receipt, Contractor shall visually inspect every pipe and component and then reject
items that contain an injurious defect. Injurious defects are internal or external surface
dents, scars, scratches, blisters, or discontinuities that produce a notch effect or reduce the
specified wall thickness by 5 percent or more.

3.0 EXECUTION

3.1 Field Fabrication

A. Piping

1. Welding, weld examination, and weld heat treatment shall be in strict accordance
with Marafiq Welding Specification MQ-SP-P-5029.

2. The Fabricator shall shape or bevel the joints to be field welded.

3. Adjacent sections of longitudinal welded pipe that are joined by butt welding shall
have the longitudinal weld seams positioned so that they are at least 30 degrees apart
above the horizontal centerline.

4. Wherever possible, the Fabricator shall not position the longitudinal weld seam on
the top or bottom of the line, in order to avoid locating branch connections such as
couplings and stub-ons on the seam.

B. Internal Misalignment

1. Internal misalignment shall be governed by the following criteria:

a. DN 600 (NPS 24) and smaller pipe-to-pipe or pipe-to-fitting: 1.6 mm (1/16 of an

inch) deviation.

b. DN 650 (NPS 26) and larger pipe-to-pipe or pipe-to-fitting: 3.2 mm (1/8 of an

inch) deviation.

2. If the deviation factors are exceeded, use one of the following procedures listed in
order of preference:

a. First, rotate the pipe or fittings to reduce misalignment to the acceptable

tolerances.

b. Use spreaders or internal or external lineup clamps to correct moderate out-of-

round condition.

c. Backweld the root pass.

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d. Taper the wall of the component internally after obtaining approval from
Marafiq Piping Engineering, to ensure wall thickness is not reduced below the
minimum required by the code.

C. Flanges and Fittings

1. Orient flange bolt holes as follows, unless otherwise indicated on the piping
drawings:

 Flange face vertical - bolt holes to straddle vertical centerline.

 Flange face horizontal - bolt holes to straddle north-south centerline.

Note!!! The Fabricator shall ensure that this information is included on any
fabrication drawings.

2. Orifice flanges shall be fabricated with the taps in the exact orientation shown on the
piping drawings. The up and down stream sections of pipe to which the orifice
flanges are attached may be standard mill-run pipe, but each piece shall be a choice,
hand selected piece; and the interior of the pipe shall be round, smooth, and free
from blisters and scale. Welds shall be ground flush. Keep field welds at a maximum
distance from the face of the orifice.

3. Where line taps are called for, drill the hole square to the axial centerline; in
addition, make the hole clean, sharp, and free from burrs, wire edges, or other
irregularities. Drill the hole after attaching the connection fitting.

4. Weld slip-on flanges inside and outside. Refer to Figure 328.5.2B of ASME B31.3.
Apply the weld so that the flange face shall be free of weld spatter and shall not
require re-facing.

5. For acceptance criteria and evaluation of flange facing damage, refer to ASME
B16.5.

D. Reinforcing Pads

Install reinforcing pads only where called for on the piping drawing. Pad material shall be
the same as the pipe material unless otherwise authorized by Marafiq Piping Material
Engineering. The drawing shall specify size and pad thickness. Similar pad shapes are
preferred but the pad size may be altered, provided an equivalent cross-sectional area is
maintained and code requirements are met. Each pad or each piece shall have a DN 6
(NPS1/8) vent hole, drilled and tapped NPT (American National Taper Pipe Thread)
prior to installation (at the side and not at the crotch) of the pad. Each pad or each piece
(if pad is made from more than one piece) shall be pressure tested using 100 kPag
(15 psig) air. After the pressure test, fill the vent with a grease compound.

E. Non-pressure Attachments

1. Install non-pressure attachments in accordance with detail sheets as referenced on the

piping drawings. The material for non-pressure attachment welds shall be in
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accordance with Marafiq Welding Specification MQ-SP-P-5029, unless specified
otherwise on the piping drawings.

2. The Shop Fabricator shall install non-pressure attachments on piping requiring

PWHT (Post Weld Heat Treatment). Welding on pipe which has had PWHT is not
permitted.

3. Undercutting on pipe is not permitted.

4. Special attachments shall be detailed on the drawings.

5. Unless indicated otherwise on the drawings, center the pipe insulation shoes over
pipe supports in the cold position. Locate and attach shoes, preferably after the line
has been installed.

F. Bending and Straightening

1. Correct minor deviations in dimensions before heat treatment.

2. Small residual deviations following heat treatment may be corrected only by cold
straightening after obtaining the consent of the Marafiq Inspector or Examiner. Hot
straightening after heat treatment is not permitted (except for non-pressure
attachments).

3. Piping bends, where permitted, shall be specified in Marafiq Specification MQ-SP-

P-5002.

4. Flame straightening shall be in accordance with Marafiq Welding Specification MQ-

SP-P-5029.

5. Completed bends shall be free from harmful defects and in accordance with
ASME B31.3, Paragraph 332 or ASME B31.1, Paragraph 129, as applicable.

G. Stub-On Branch Connections

Unless otherwise noted, stub-ons shall be according to ASME B31.1, Figure 127.4.8,( A), (B),
(C); and Figure 127.4.8(D) Items a or c; or ASME B31.3, Figure 328.5.4, A, B, C; and Figure
328.5.4D, Items (1) or (3); whichever is applicable.

H. Fabrication Tolerances

1. The fabrication tolerances for fabricated piping shall be in accordance with PFI
Standard ES-3. When closer tolerances are required, they shall be noted on the
piping drawing.

2. Fabrication tolerances may be exceeded to a maximum of 15 mm (1/2 of an inch) for

vent and drain connection locations, dummy support lengths, temperature
connection, or pressure tap locations, providing the deviation does not affect an
inline item.
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3. The symbol FFW (Field Fit Weld) is used when the exact piping dimension cannot
be predetermined, to allow the field proper erection of two spool pieces. The
Fabricator shall add 200 mm (8 inches) to the calculated length of one of the spools
and shall terminate the same spool with a plain or flame-cut end. The field shall trim
and bevel as required. Piping drawings shall show only the calculated length.

4. The fabrication tolerances for piping over DN 600 (NPS 24) may require special
consideration. The requirements shall be reviewed for each project, with special
attention being given to lined pipe.

I. Pup-Pieces

Pup-pieces installed to make up a length shall be a minimum of 2 pipe diameters long or

150 mm (6 inches) long, unless authorized otherwise by Marafiq Engineering.

J. Surface Preparation and Painting

Surface preparation and painting of piping shall be in accordance with Marafiq Welding
Specification MQ-SP-M-4039.

3.2 Examination and Tests Prior To Installation

A. Welding

1. Examination for welding shall be in accordance with Marafiq Welding Specification

MQ-SP-P-5029.

B. Flanges

1. ASME B16.5 Flanges shall have a gasket contact surface finish of 3.2 to 6.3
micrometer (125 to 250 micro inch) Ra. ASME B16.5 shall be used to determine
acceptance of the surface finish. Refer to Attachment 01 of this Specification for
allowable facing damage.

2. Make visual examination of each ASME B16.5 finish flange surface before coating
with rust preventative and before attaching the protective flange cover; refer to
ASME B16.5 and Attachment 01 of this Specification for acceptance.

C. Prefabricated Piping

1. Visually examine prefabricated piping internally to ensure the foreign matter has
been removed.

3.3 Installation

A. General

Except where shown otherwise on the drawings, piping shall conform to the following:
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1. Be run level and plumb.
2. Be run on North-South and East-West axes.

B. Flange Bolting

1. Use a logical sequence of bolt tightening to ensure even gasket compression, as

indicated in ASME B16.5.

2. Unless specified otherwise, provide a bolt stress of 206 MPa (30,000 psi) minimum
or 310 MPa (45,000 psi) maximum using a lubricant on the bolt threads.

3. Prior to bolt-up, examine flange faces. Flange faces shall be in as-new condition, and
shall be wiped clean of any debris, excess oil, grease, and dirt. Restore damaged
flange faces to as-new condition. Do not perform weld repairs on flange faces or
flanges unless previously authorized by Marafiq.

4. Do not use washers or spacers to make up bolt length. Bolt lengths are specified to
prevent over sizing.

C. Joints

1. Use thread compound according to Marafiq Specification MQ-SP-P-5002 for

threaded connections that are not to be seal welded. Do not use PTFE tape.

2. Seal weld threaded joints only where required by Marafiq Specification MQ-SP-P-
5002. Do not use thread compound on joints to be seal welded.

3. Leave underground line joints exposed until after completion of field pressure and
leakage testing unless partial backfilling is required for anchoring lines. Do not test
underground lines with concrete thrust blocks until the concrete has cured. Any
deviation to this requirement shall be approved by Marafiq.

4. Do not apply paint or insulation over any joints until testing has been completed.

5. Gaskets on flanged joints shall be used only once.

D. Supports

1. Install supports as indicated on the drawings.

2. Install spring supports in compliance with Manufacturer's instructions; keep them

blocked until after line closure and hydrotest. Adjust them in the installed position
and check them when operating conditions are reached.

3. Temporary supports required during hydrostatic testing shall be the responsibility of

the field fabrication / installation Contractor.

4. Welding of supports shall be as indicated on the drawings.

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5. The location and provision of temporary installation supports shall be responsibility
of Contractor.

E. Vents and Drains

1. Piping system vents and drains may not necessarily be shown on the piping design
drawings. Vent high points and drain low points. The Piping Contractor doing the
erection shall furnish and install additional vents and drains needed. Unless they are
connected to a header or run to a drain or tail pipe, plug or cap additional vents and
drains in accordance with the material specification for the service.

2. Vent and drain valve sizing guidelines are per Attachment 01 of this Specification.
Material is per Marafiq Specification MQ-SP-P-5002.

a. Vent Sizes

 DN 20 (NPS ¾) minimum for lines DN 20 (NPS ¾) through DN 50 (NPS

2) (Screwed / SW)
 DN 20 (NPS ¾) minimum for lines DN 20 (NPS ¾) through DN 250 (NPS
10) (Butt Weld)
 DN 40 (NPS 1-1/2) minimum for lines DN 300 (NPS 12) and larger

b. Drain Sizes

 DN 20 (NPS ¾) minimum for lines DN 20 (NPS ¾) through DN 50 (NPS

2) (Screwed / SW)
 DN 20 (NPS ¾) minimum for lines DN 20 (NPS ¾) through DN 250 (NPS
10) (Butt Weld)
 DN 40 (NPS 1-1/2) minimum for lines DN 300 (NPS 12) and larger

F. Branch Connections

1. Branch connections are defined for each service in Marafiq Specification MQ-SP-P-
5002, except nozzle weld reinforcing requirements that shall be noted on isometric or
plan drawings.

2. Take care in shaping the ends of branch nozzles, as well as holes burned into the pipe
for branch connections, to ensure fit with suitable provision for weld metal and so
that the branch connections do not project inside the pipes. Advise Marafiq before
cutting connections into existing lines. Refer to Marafiq Specification MQ-SP-P-
5018, Piping Tie-Ins.

G. Cleanliness of Piping

1. Open-end and flange protection shall be used throughout installation. Protect open
pipes at times when work on them is not actually taking place.

2. Inspect individual pipe sections, prefabricated spools, and pipeline items internally
during installation, and remove any foreign matter before final welding or bolting.
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FIELD FABRICATION AND INSTALLATION – PROCESS AND UTILITY PIPING

3. The internal cleaning of piping after fabrication or installation shall comply with
Marafiq Welding Specification MQ-SP-P-5005.

4. Piping contiguous with special equipment, which requires cleaning to the equipment
Manufacturer's procedure, shall be inspected by and have cleaning supervised by the
Manufacturer's representative.

3.4 Field Pressure Testing

Testing of installed piping systems shall be in accordance with Marafiq Specification MQ-SP-P-
5010.

4.0 ATTACHMENTS

4.1 Attachment 01 – Vents and Drains

End of Specification