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EPC CONTRACTOR :
PROJECT TITLE BPGIC FUJAIRAH TERMINAL – PHASE 2
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restricted, while the problem of frequent, urgent maintenance on tanks the center line of the tank, so that all areas of
the tank are swept. It is particularly important
that must be emptied and cleaned is eliminated. Side Entry mixers are also
SPX FLOW, Inc. (NYSE:FLOW) is a leading to prevent sludge build up or blockage around
efficient, and are usually less expensive for larger diameter tanks. Side
manufacturer of innovative flow technologies, the tank outlet so the mixer cluster should be
Entry mixers are ideal for use on tanks with floating roofs where practical
many of which help define the industry standard situated directly opposite the tank outlet.
in the market segments they serve. From its considerations preclude the use of top entry mixers.
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M E C H A N I CA L S E A L
Standard Design Features - G E A R D R I V E N M I X E R U N I Q U E TA N K S H U T - O F F
D EVICE
Reliability by Design Driven by a vertical electric motor which is flange mounted on the support
bracket above the gearbox and connected by an all metal flexible coupling
protected by a guard. The gearbox comprises a single reduction hardened
high efficiency spiral bevel gear set having a minimum service factor of 1.5
The mechanical seal was developed in I M P E L L E R S to AGMA Standards. The gears and all bearings are splash oil lubricated and
conjunction with a leading manufacturer The high efficiency true helical pitch impeller with forward rake was originally enclosed in a large gear case for maximum heat dissipation. The mixer frame
for use in the Petrochemical field on developed by Plenty for Side Entry mixers. Years of research in the field of is a rigid one-piece iron casting spigot located on the gearbox and the steel
fluids from asphalt to xylene. liquid dynamics have been rewarded by a mounting flange.
technically advanced design of impeller,
The mechanical seal is completely having a large blade area that provides the B E LT D R I V E N M I X E R
enclosed inside a housing which is optimum cavitation-free suction conditions
promoting maximum pumping rate and A horizontal foot mounted motor is fitted above the main mixer frame on a
fitted with a close clearance throttle
entrainment for any installed power. Each steel mounting plate which allows adjustment for correct belt tensioning.
bush outboard of the mechanical seal to
impeller is accurately cast as a one- Motor mounting plate hinges and belt adjustment screws are corrosion
restrict leakage rate of tank media in the
piece component, thus eliminating the protected against atmospheric corrosion. The motor and mixer shafts are All units incorporate a tank shut-off device
event of ultimate seal failure. setting variances and welding problems connected by a Fire Resistant Anti-Static (FRAS) High Torque Drive (parallel to allow the shaft seal and bearings to be
often present with alternative fabricated designs. Rigid inspections of pitch, or chevron) Tooth Belt correctly sized to transmit motor power. The pulleys
A safety check valve is fitted for venting changed under full tank conditions. The tank
uniformity and balancing ensure minimal vibration and optimum pumping have taper lock bushes for ease of removal and are enclosed in a spark proof
the seal chamber to ensure that it is shut-off mechanism incorporates tapered
efficiency. and weatherproof guard. Drive service factor is 1.5 minimum.
completely filled with liquid prior to start- metal to metal faces, positively clamped by a
up as well as to check that the shut-off Advanced Impeller Design: The main mixer frame is a rigid one-piece casting spigot located to the bolted flange which both seals products in the
device is 100% effective. • High pumping • Solid one piece design steel mounting flange which incorporate pre-lubricated, sealed for life, and tank and securely supports the shaft during
• High thrust • No cavitation hermetically sealed shaft bearings. The mounting flange incorporates a single bearing and/or shaft seal changes. All tapered
Alternate Seal Arrangements:
• Minimum power draw • Reliability mechanical seal with a corrosion and wear resistant tank shut-off device faces are wear and corrosion resistant. The
• Double Mechanical Seal
permitting seal and bearing replacement under full tank conditions. most important aspect of the Plenty Shut-
• Cartridge Seal Impeller Fixing
off and mechanical seal assembly is that it
• High Temperature Sealing Units Positive fixing and driving of the impellers on the shaft is achieved by the use S H A F T S
incorporates a safety check valve for ensuring
• API/682 Seals of taper to taper shaft connection with side fitting key and retaining bolt. The shaft has been designed to minimize misalignment, deflection and
that the shut-off is 100% effective before
vibration which all affect the mechanical seal and bearing life. It is a one-piece
B E A R I N G S removal of any bearings or the mechanical
Leakage Detection Systems component with no intermediate couplings and is ground between centers
In every case the units are designed and manufactured to require minimum seal. The Plenty shut-off mechanism offers
The Plenty seal leakage detection at the bearing and seal areas. All shafts are hard-chrome plated in seal and
maintenance. The mixer bearings in particular have been engineered to complete safety and security as it does not
system provides an economical solution shut-off areas. The range of Plenty mixers has been designed for heavy-
provide long life and to maximize bearing L10 Life. incorporate any flexible ‘O’ rings or gaskets
to alert the operator of leakage passed duty operation and the large diameter shafts have a first critical speed of at
which deform, wear, or perish.
least 250% of the operating speed. The shaft is supported by heavy duty
the mechanical seal. Any leakage TA N K M O U N T I N G M A N H O L E - F I X E D A N D S W I V E L
antifriction bearings, outboard of tank product, making maintenance easier
is collected and contained within a OPTION S The most common sizes of tank adaptor flanges to suit
and allowing the performance to be monitored.
collection vessel that is equipped with a ANSI and API standard 24” and 30” are available as standard. Tank adaptor
level sensor that can activate an alarm in flanges can be supplied to suit all tank manhole/ nozzle fixings. The swivel
L E G I S L AT I O N R E Q U I R E M E N T S
the control room. assembly comprises a stainless steel polished spherical ball attached to
the mixer mounting flange and sealed by a Viton SoloseleTM which prevents SPX FLOW manufactures Plenty Mixers so that they are suitable for
leakage while the mixer is swivelled in a horizontal plane through 60° (30°
installation in coastal environments all over the world. As such regional
either side of a line through the mixer centerline). The mixer is supported by
legislative needs are met as standard, these include:
robust hinge pins and is provided with a positive clamping arrangement for
locking the mixer in positions of 10° intervals. • CE
• ATEX (up to Category 2G llc gases)
• OSHA 55kW Swivel Gear Mixers installed with
Automatic Actuator
• GOST
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T H E A D VA N TAG E S O F
O P E R AT I N G P L E N T Y S W I V E L
ANG LE M IXE R S I N CR U D E
Crude Oil, Bottom Sludge and Water Swivel Angle Mixers O P E R AT I O N : S W I V E L A N G L E
M I X E R S
O I L S T O R AG E TA N K S (BS&W) Mixer Positioning:
Normally used for suspension of sludge,
solids etc., with occasionally a further
requirement for blending (mixer set in
In most crude oils there are varying Swivel Angle mixers incorporate a feature which allows the mixer angle of entry
10° left position). For optimum mixing
quantities of Bottom Sludge and Water to be varied through 30° either side of the tank centerline in 10° increments
efficiency the mixers should be operated
(BS&W) which contains paraffins, heavy and enables the entire tank floor to be directly scoured by the impeller flow
on the following swivel program.
ends, sediments of sand / silts and stream. This is the only satisfactory solution to BS& W control in large tanks
water. The rate of accumulation varies and ensures that the heavy solids, water and corrosive salts which settle in
with the quality of the crude stored. areas least agitated by a permanently fixed mixer are maintained in suspension. C L E A N O R N E W TA N K S -
SOLI D S SUS PE N S ION
Some of the main reasons why The mixer module is supported by two swivel hinge bearings which ensure ease
BS&W should be controlled are: of manual angle changing and the swivel seal is affected by a heavy duty 30° left, 10° right, 20° left, 20° right, 10°
• Tankage is always available static SolosealTM acting on a stainless steel left, 30° right, 30° left etc., angle changes
for storage and not out of commission spherical ball. being made every 2-3 months maximum.
being cleaned or repaired Specific process guidance is available
• Problems of sludge disposal are As an alternative to this manual facility, an from SPX FLOW.
overcome. automatic swivel actuator can be supplied as an
• No environmental problems. Plenty recommended mixer (Swivel Angle) positions for effective B.S. & W. control in crude oil tanks
optional extra.
• Accumulation of BS&W can cause D I R T Y TA N K S - S O L I D S
severe corrosion of tank floor and S U S P E N S I O N
The Automatic Swivel Actuator is a shaft belt C R U D E O I L B S & W C O N T R O L
lower shell plates.
driven or an electric motor driven speed reducer To control or prevent the accumulation of bottom sludge and water pockets (BS&W) Program as for clean tanks but initially the
• Hazardous, dangerous and costly tank
and linkage, which allows the mixer to swivel 30 especially in Crude Oil Storage Tanks at Refineries, Terminals or Entreports demands mixer should operate for approximately
cleaning is practically eliminated.
degrees in either direction. high velocity circulation in order to completely scour the bottom of the tank. 8 hours on one angle per batch i.e., first
• Large accumulations of BS&W
can dramatically reduce ‘operations’ batch 30° left, second batch 10° right, and
flexibility. Using the shaft driven actuator provides so on until such time that the deposits
• Up to 70% of the BS&W is constant motion of the swivel while the mixer is are reduced to a reasonable level. Then
recoverable hydrocarbons which result in operation. This option removes the need for revert to a change of swivel angle every
in lost revenue if not utilized. expensive additional field wiring. 2-3 months. Specific process guidance is
• Large accumulations, if not controlled available from SPX FLOW.
or monitored, can result in floating With the electric motor driven actuator the timer controller provided will cycle
roof damage when tank is on pump- on even 24 hours and swivel the mixer 10 degrees each time. This allows for B L E N D I N G , M A I N TA I N I N G
down condition. efficient cleaning of the tank bottom and eliminates the need for routine manual H O M O G E N E I T Y,
• If slugs of BS&W break free during T E M P E R AT U R E ,
adjustment.
pump-down then serious damage to
U N I FOR M ITY
the transfer pumps or even disruption
of the refinery operation can result. The mixer should be positioned at the
• Elimination of “plugged” water drains. 10° left angle to ensure full top to bottom
turnover.
Plenty Mechanical
Actuator
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D UTI E S FOR FIXE D ANG LE
MIXERS
Fixed Angle Mixers Manway Dimensions
Mixer Positioning:
Manway Dimensions are
available to the following
M A I N TA I N I N G
standards:
HOMOG E N E ITY
U N I FOR M ITY initially only agitates the higher gravity product in the bottom of the tank, but in 18 ” A N S I 15 0 16 . 9 3 22 20 20 18 18 18 18 18 18 18
time, providing there is the necessary installed power, will gradually penetrate 2 0 ” A N S I 15 0 18 . 9 26 24 22 20 20 20 20 20 20 20
To aid heat transfer while heating or the higher layers of the tank product with sufficient velocity to generate both 20” API 650 20 28 24 24 24 22 22 22 22 22 20
cooling or to maintain temperature full top to bottom flow and to break the interface between the various densities 2 4 ” A N S I 15 0 22.84 32 32 31 31 28 26 26 26 26 24
uniformity - again complete fluid motion, and achieve a full homogeneous mix. If the actual height/diameter (Z/T) ratio is
24” API 650 24 33 33 32 32 29 28 28 32 26 26
the duties may apply to a particular approximately half the power required to do the same duty in 6 hours and
18 ” A N S I 15 0 430 560 510 510 460 460 460 460 460 460 460
application and the most critical duty approximately twice as much power as would be necessary in 24 hours.
2 0 ” A N S I 15 0 480 660 610 560 510 510 510 510 510 510 510
must determine the selection of mixer. It is, however, necessary to appreciate that some time is required to get the tank
20” API 650 508 70 0 610 610 610 560 560 560 560 560 510
Generally the most power demanding contents in motion before the necessary flow pattern is established to enable the
2 4 ” A N S I 15 0 580 815 815 79 0 79 0 70 0 660 660 660 660 610
duty is blending. mixing process to commence. As already discussed there is a minimum power
24” API 650 6 10 840 840 815 815 74 0 70 0 70 0 660 660 660
required for a given volume below which the necessary fluid motion would never 3 0 ” A N S I 15 0 72 0 840 840 840 840 840 815 815 815 815 815
be developed for minimal process requirements. 30” API 650 76 2 840 840 840 840 840 840 840 840 840 840
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Homogeneity & Blending Mixers - Crude Oil Storage, BS&W Mixers -
Fixed Angle Mixer Dimensions Swivel Angle Mixer Dimensions
B E LT M I X E R S
B E LT M I X E R S
Sh af t D IA: AT S EAL 6 0 mm 70 mm 8 5 mm
S h a f t D I A : AT S E A L 45 mm 6 0 mm 70 mm 85 mm
D r i v e / * N o mi n al R PM 440 406 409
D r i v e / * N o mi na l R PM 431 440 406 409
A (Diameter) To S u i t S p e c i f i c P ro c e s s C o n d i t i o n s
A (Diameter) To S u i t S p e c i f i c P ro c e s s C o n d i t i o n s
B mm / in. 70 5 / 2 7 3 / 4 ” 8 5 0 / 3 3 1/ 2” 9 2 5 / 3 6 1/ 2”
B mm / in. 70 5 / 2 7 3 / 4 ” 8 6 0 / 3 3 3/ 4” 110 5 / 4 3 1 / 2 ” 118 0 / 4 6 1 / 2 ”
J mm / in. 575 / 2 2 3 / 4 ” 72 5 / 2 8 1 / 2 ” 72 5 / 2 8 1 / 2 ”
H mm / in. 6 0 0 / 2 3 3/ 4” 910 / 3 6 ” 110 0 / 4 5 3 / 4 ” 12 4 5 / 4 9 ”
Dimensions are approximate only and certified drawings will be supplied at time of order.
* Based on 60Hz motors
Dimensions are approximate only and certified drawings will be supplied at time of order.
G EAR M IXE R S
G EAR M IXE R S
Sh af t D IA: AT S EAL 6 0 mm 8 5 mm
S h a f t D I A : AT S E A L 60 mm 85 mm D r i v e / * N o mi n al R PM 425 420
D r i v e / * N o mi na l R PM 42 5 420 A (Diameter) To S u i t S p e c i f i c P ro c e s s C o n d i t i o n s
A (Diameter) To S u i t S p e c i f i c P ro c e s s C o n d i t i o n s B mm / in. 72 0 / 2 8 1 / 4 ” 9 3 0 / 3 6 1/ 2”
C mm / in. 515 / 2 0 1 / 4 ” 6 9 5 / 2 7 1/ 4”
H mm / in. 1076 / 4 2 1 / 2 ” 1475 / 5 8 ”
E ( B o re ) mm / in. 203 / 8” 2 5 4 / 10 ”
J mm / in. 3 4 0 / 13 1 / 2 ” 4 2 5 / 16 3 / 4 ”
J mm / in. 3 4 0 / 13 1 / 2 ” 4 2 5 / 16 3 / 4 ”
* Based on 60Hz motors
* Based on 60Hz motors
Dimensions are approximate only and certified drawings will be supplied at time of order.
Dimensions are approximate only and certified drawings will be supplied at time of order.
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MIXERS
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