TARGET CONSTRUCTION S. A.

BI No.: BI-10-00675

CONTRACT No.: 6600033483

REPLACE MAINTENANCE BUILDINGS IN RAS TANURA

AT SOUTH TERMINAL

PROCEDURE FOR BOLT TORQUING OF THERMOPLASTIC AND RTR

FLANGE JOINTS

DOCUMENT No.: QCP-MECH-010 REVISION: 00

00 M. Romero R. Pablo A. Abuan Jr. R. Villaruel Md. Shakeeluddin

TKSA-RMB-0018_rev.01/24.03.2014
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Construction S. A. TORQUING OF THERMOPLASTIC QCP-MECH-010
AND RTR FLANGE JOINTS
Rev. Construction Prepared
DATE QCI Reviewed By QCM Reviewed By: QAM Approved By: PM Approved By :
No. By:

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DESCRIPTION PAGE

1. SCOPE --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3
2. REFERENCES ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3
2.1 International Codes -----------------------------------------------------------------------------3
2.2 Saudi Aramco Engineering Standard (SAES) -------------------------------------------3
3. TOOLS/EQUIPMENTS -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3
4. PROCEDURE ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3
4.1 Introduction --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3
4.2 Preparation --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3
4.3 Work Execution ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------4
4.4 Repair Method ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------4
5. INSPECTIONS ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------4
5.1 Visual Inspection as per Site Condition ------------------------------------------------4
5.2 Document Review ----------------------------------------------------------------------------4
6. ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA -------------------------------------------------------------------------------5
7. ATTACHMENTS --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------5
7.1 SATIP-S-010-02, Rev.07 ----------------------------------------------------------------Annex "A"
7.2 SAIC-S-4015, Rev.07 -------------------------------------------------------------------Annex "B"
7.3 IFC Drawing ------------------------------------------------------------------------------Annex "C"
7.4 Approved Re-route Force Main Line Plan Isometric ----------------------Annex "D"
7.5 Red Line Drawing ----------------------------------------------------------------------Annex "E"
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1. SCOPE:

This procedure describes the steps to be followed in tightening the bolts during the assembly of
thermoplastic and RTR flat-face flange joints.

2. REFERENCES:

2.1 International Codes

2.1.1 ASME B31.3 : Process Piping

2.2 Saudi Aramco Engineering Standards (SAES):

2.2.1 SAES-A-004 : General Requirements for Pressure Testing

2.2.2 SAES-A-005 : Safety Instruction Sheets
2.2.3 SAES-L-105 : Piping Material Specification
2.2.4 SAES-L-109 : Selection of Flanges, Stud Bolts & Gaskets
2.2.5 SAES-L-610 : Nonmetallic Piping
2.2.6 SAES-S-060 : Saudi Aramco Plumbing Code
2.2.7 SAES-S-070 : Installation of Utility Piping
2.2.8 SAEP-351 : Bolted Flange Joints Assembly

3. TOOLS/EQUIPMENTS:

3.1 Ring spanner with required bolt head size

3.2 Calibrated torque wrench with required socket size and torque capacity
3.3 Level Bar

4. PROCEDURE:

4.1 Thoroughly clean the face of the flanges and gasket.

4.2 Inspect the rubber gasket for any damage. Do not use damaged
gasket.
4.3 Place the gasket in position and hold it in right place by masking
tape. Ensure that the holes of the gasket and the flange are
aligned.
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4.4 Place the flange. Make sure that the mating flange is properly
supported to avoid load being transmitted to the fiberglass
flange.
4.5 Insert the flange’s bolts.
4.6 Install washer and apply nut until it is hand tight.

4.7 Number each bolts starting at the top in a clock-wise direction.

4.8 Tighten all the bolts at 70% of the recommended torque value
depending on its piping class and as per manufacturer’s
recommendation.
4.9 Tighten all the bolts at 100% of the recommended torque value.
4.10 Tightening sequence to be use as follows:

5. INSPECTION:

5.1 Selection Criteria:

5.1.1 Gaskets shall be suitable for the intended service and
compatible with the flange facing.
5.1.2 Note that flanges are thicker than metal flanges and require
washers. This should be taken into account when calculating
the bolt length.
5.1.3 PIKOTEK gaskets, or approved equal, with isolating sleeves and
washers are used for isolating dissimilar metal flanged joints and
insulating joints for cathodic protection.
5.2 Inspection:
5.2.1 Ensure that gasket are of the correct type, size and rating and
shall be suitable for intended service & compatible with the
flange facing.
5.2.2 Check and verify the gasket for any scratches and damage.
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5.2.3 Bolts and nuts have no physical damage to shanks or threads.
5.2.4 Bolts extend completely through their nuts (full thread
engagement).

5.2.5 The flange facing, particularly the seating area, shall be visually
examined for cleanliness and ensure that no damage, such as
scratches exist.
5.2.6 Ensure that torque wrench has valid calibration certificate.
5.2.7 Flange joints shall be installed aligned and stress free. Never pull
flanges together by tightening the bolts.
5.2.8 Not more than one gasket is used between mating surfaces of
flanges.
5.2.9 The gasket contact areas of the flanges are not coated.
5.3 Safety Requirements:
5.3.1 Work permit shall be obtained prior to start of work.
5.3.2 Provide adequate lighting where required.
5.3.3 All personnel must wear PPE.

6. ATTACHMENTS:

Annex "A" – SATIP

Annex "B" – List of SAIC’s as follows:
Annex “C” – Torque Values as per Size and Material to be used
Annex "D" – IFC Drawing
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Annex "A"
(SATIP-S-010-02, Rev.07)
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Annex "B"
(SAIC-S-4015, Rev.07)
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Annex "C"
(IFC Drawing)
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Annex "D"
(Approved Re-route Force Main Line
Plan Isometric)