Guideline

Modularization Preservation Procedure

Guideline
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2.00 18.12.2020 No Content Change, References Revised
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Table of Contents
PURPOSE............................................................................................................................................................................. 3
SCOPE.................................................................................................................................................................................. 3
RESPONSIBILITIES............................................................................................................................................................. 3
GUIDELINE........................................................................................................................................................................... 3
01 - GENERAL................................................................................................................................................................. 3
02 - MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS......................................................................................................................................... 4
03 - RESPONSIBILITIES.................................................................................................................................................... 5
04 - PRESERVATION PROCESS......................................................................................................................................... 9
05 - PRESERVATION GUIDELINES.................................................................................................................................... 13
06 - PRESERVATION MANAGEMENT................................................................................................................................ 24
07 - CAUTIONARY MARKINGS......................................................................................................................................... 25
EXTERNAL LINKS............................................................................................................................................................. 26
REFERENCES.................................................................................................................................................................... 26
TERMS & ABBREVIATIONS.............................................................................................................................................. 26
APPENDICES..................................................................................................................................................................... 27
APPENDIX 1 – PACKING CATEGORY DESCRIPTIONS............................................................................................................. 28

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PURPOSE
The intent of this document is to provide a multi-disciplinary overview of the minimum necessary actions in order to have
the proper preservation of materials, equipment and the overall module(s) during manufacturing, assembling,
transportation handling of the modules and installation at site.
The key aspects for the preservation of these during the execution phase will be considered and developed during the
Pre-FEED/FEED stage of the project.

SCOPE
This guideline applies to all McDermott personnel, projects, functions, and its selected vendors, suppliers and
subcontractors involved in executing the modularization scope of a project. If the project will be executed with a
Consortium/JV/SPV partner, proper communication will be established to ensure the JV follows this guideline.
This guideline does not supersede relevant codes, best practices, standards, or contractual documents relating to the
work to be performed, except where the requirements herein are more stringent and approved by the Company.

RESPONSIBILITIES
The following personnel have responsibilities defined in this guideline:
 Engineering
 Supply Chain Management
 Fabrication
 Transportation and Logistics
 Construction
 Pre-Commissioning and Commissioning

GUIDELINE
01 - General
A. Preservation activities occur every time equipment items, material or the overall module(s) change
possession (transfer of care and custody) during storage, fabrication, assembly, transport/shipping, final
installation, and commissioning. These activities will be managed and coordinated in such a manner as to
assure compliance and that the activities are carried out correctly and fully documented.
I. Regulatory Considerations
a. If there are international, national and/or local regulations which the project needs to comply
with, the project will update this procedure to ensure that both company and in-country’s
requirements are taken into consideration and followed by the project, the fabrication yards and
any subcontractors associated with the Modularization Scope of Work.

II. Field Preservation Execution

a. Field preservation activities will be performed by Sub-contractors in the various staging and
storage locations, fabrication shops, module assembly yards, prior to and during module
transport (Ocean or land-based transport), and at site. These activities are to be performed
following the preservation schedule determined by the in-country requirements, vendor
requirements and/or project specific requirements.

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b. Dedicated teams of craftsmen will be assigned and trained to perform the required inspections,
preservation tasks, and documentation. The craft team will consist but not limit to electrical,
instrumentation, rotating equipment, piping systems, environmental/quarantine and general
technicians.
III. General Considerations
a. Commence packing only after receiving a written release to proceed from the Contractor
Expeditor. If an inspection waiver is given, Certificate of Conformity may be required.
b. Acknowledge and accept that the information in this document, and appendices, are provided as
minimum requirements, that additional performance may be necessary to ensure the terms and
conditions of the Purchase Order are adhered to, and that there is no release from liability.
c. Supply documentation required for Contractor to release and ship including but not limited to
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), export licenses, handling, storage, and preservation
instructions/requirements, bills of lading, packing lists, preform invoice or priced packing list,
fumigation certificates, as applicable/required.
d. Perform all actions and steps necessary to adequately protect the goods from damage and
deterioration up to the final destination
e. Adhere to all regulations relating to Hazardous Materials. Including but not limited to
International Maritime Dangerous Goods (I.M.D.G.), International Maritime Organization (I.M.O.),
and International Air Transport Association (I.A.T.A.).
f. Accurately mark all items and packages with appropriate identification, weights and dimensions,
handling, preservation, and storage instructions, hazardous materials information/placards, and
other relevant/required markings. Seller’s packing list will be in strict conformity with the package
content, package type, and quantity.
g. Testing and inspection will be performed per applicable codes, standards and regulations, and in
accordance with Contractor instructions.

02 - Minimum Requirements
A. After inspection and testing, all goods within a module will be thoroughly cleaned, drained and dried before
packing, as applicable. All mill scale, weld slag, grease and oil and other foreign matter will be removed.
B. All uncoated external metal finishes and machined surfaces, including bolting, are to be completely wrapped
with protective film. A corrosion inhibitor will be applied to all flange faces. Internal metal surfaces will be
protected from corrosion through the application of Vapor Corrosion Inhibitor strips or similar.
C. Bearings, bearing housings, seal assemblies and oil systems (including reservoirs, coolers, filters and
piping) will be thoroughly cleaned of all foreign materials and then coated with a suitable corrosion
preventative. All openings will be tagged to indicate a corrosion preventative has been applied. Each tag will
list the name of the compound used and applicable instructions for removal at time of final installation. A list
of the specific corrosion preventatives used to protect the goods within a module will be included with the
manufacturer name and product tag.
D. Stainless steel or aluminum materials or equipment containing stainless steel or aluminum components will
be dried and thoroughly cleaned on both the inside and outside, and where practicable will be enclosed in
moisture resistant polyethylene sheeting and export boxed. Where this is not possible, as for example large
pressure Vessels, the equipment will be coated with a thick plastic based water-resistant coating suited for
sea transport.
E. For goods having ball or roller bearings, adequate precautions will be taken to prevent damage to the
bearings during transit and storage, including, if necessary, the dismantling and separate packaging of the
goods.

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F. Pipe, tubes, and fittings will be protected with end-caps and packed within polyethylene lined wooden boxes
when practical.
G. Every opening to systems requiring pressurization during shipment will be tagged with appropriate warning
labels, precautions to be taken during shipment and storage, including instructions to recharge if required
during shipment. Information about the contents and instructions of what to do at time of installation.
H. All tapped openings for hydrocarbon, steam or any other pressurized service will be plugged with solid steel
plugs with a 1.5 in (4 cm) minimum extension.
I. All openings in goods will be fully sealed to protect against ingress of water, dirt, insects, animals, and other
possible contaminants.
J. All flanged openings will be protected from mechanical damage with metal, plastic or wood cover plates to
prevent damage during shipment. In general, metal covers will be a minimum of 3/16 inch (0.5 cm) thick,
plastic covers a minimum 7/32 inches (0.6 cm) thick, wood covers a minimum of 1/2 inch (1.2 cm) thick and
will be installed with a suitable gasket using one M10 bolt for every other hole, but not less than four full
diameter M10 bolts. Flanges eight 8 inches (20 cm) in diameter or larger will have minimum 3/8 inch (1 cm)
thick metal covers. The cover and flange will be taped for waterproof protection
K. All instrumentation panels, instruments, electrical goods, precision machinery and control valves that are
included in the module will be protected to avoid any movement and unnecessary vibration during
transportation.
I. Moisture Protection
a. Polyethylene sheeting, not less than 3 mm thick, will be used as a wrap for moisture barrier
protection.
b. Heat sealing the polyethylene sheeting will be used to enhance the moisture barrier
effectiveness.
c. Vapor Phase Inhibitors will be installed per manufacturer’s instructions / requirements.
d. Desiccants, such as silica gel will:
 Be used to collect moisture in goods where low humidity is desirable.
 Not be used to protect items with exposed rubber parts.
 Have an easily read humidity indicator in all types of protection and packaging where
condensation or vapor diffusion across vapor barriers would create a condition in the
interior of the package harmful to the contents.
 Be fully contained in bags to prevent dispersion, securely fixed in place, and easily
removed.
e. Goods which will deteriorate in the presence of moisture will be packed and shipped in
waterproof, vapor tight packages.
L. All purging will be per manufacturer’s instructions/requirements. A pressure gauge will be installed in an
accessible location.
M. Spare parts and replacement parts shall be covered with a second wrapping of heavy waterproof paper.
N. Packing activities includes the verification of preparation for shipment activities, such as application of anti-
corrosion coating, vacuum-sealing, desiccants and solvents.
O. Modules to be protected against both mechanical damage (shocks, rupture, breakage, loss) and corrosion
(rain, marine or caustic environment).
03 - Responsibilities
A. Procurement

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I. The Procurement team will provide functional packaging specifications suitable for ocean transport
and adverse weather to Vendors/Suppliers that consider the logistical/environmental requirements of
the anticipated journey that their equipment will make, including shipping, marshalling yards, storage
environments, fabrication/assembly yards, and final installation conditions.
II. They will procure special preservation material or supplies specified by the Vendor/Supplier and their
MSDS sheets:
 Vendor/Supplier required special tools.
 Vapor Phase Corrosion Inhibitor (VPCI).
 Desiccants.
 Oil, grease, and additives.
 Vapor Phase Corrosion Inhibitor (VPCI) sheeting.
 Nitrogen.
 Flange face protection.
III. Vendors/Suppliers will provide specific procedures or specifications required for application, checks,
validations to endure the proper removal or residues.
B. Vendors/Suppliers
I. Equipment Vendors/Suppliers will provide detailed packaging, protection and preservation plans that
account for storage conditions, extended storage durations, phased assembly and installation
execution plans, required inspections and release of equipment to the fabrication yards. Preservation
activities will be agreed by the vendors and the Contractor and will be aligned with activities that are in
line with the logistics plan and resources at the yards. The vendor specific preservation plans will
include the methodology, tools, materials, and other resources necessary to perform the preservation
activities.
II. Vendors/Suppliers will provide equipment designs and packaging that accommodates the preservation
and inspection activities that are anticipated to take place during shipping, storage, assembly, and
installation according to the logistics plan and schedule.
III. Vendors/Suppliers will install initial preservation and protection to their equipment items and packages
suitable to protect the equipment until it arrives at its initial destination (module fabrication yard or site).
IV. Module Yards will perform and document relevant preservation tasks during the time that the
equipment is in their care of custody.
C. Engineering
I. The Engineering Team will review and approve Vendor/Supplier documents for adequate protection
and preservation activities for expected storage conditions and durations at the module yard(s). This
review will include the viability of the preservation activities specified by the Vendor/Supplier. Special
requirements for preservation activities will be identified during the reviews, and a full DOR and scope
of will be defined and issued to the module yard(s) and released with the equipment and/or package.
All information will be submitted and transmitted via the electronic data management system (EDMS).
D. McDermott Maintenance Preservation
I. The McDermott mechanical and or piping engineers will review Vendor/Supplier documents and
extract the required preservation requirements. They will provide required documentation to the
module yard(s) including but not limited to:
 Overall list of materials and equipment to be received.

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 The initial preservation for the material and equipment which provides a guideline of how
initial inspection will be done upon receiving.
 Preservation requirements and frequencies for the activities to be performed (based on
Vendor/Supplier documentation).
 Tools and consumables used for preservation.
 Plan for label of equipment and VPCI piping.
 Reporting check sheet/program (if we provide to external facilities), examples for submittal to
Contractor from Subcontractor teams.
II. The project team will ensure that the module yard(s) have the adequate specialists (or plan supply if
not) to perform the preservation activities and assist in the procurement of preservation
supplies/materials if needed.
III. The Quality Manager will ensure that preservation activities are properly implemented and performed
by the responsible parties at the module yard(s). The yard specialists will enter the preservation
activities into the Systems Completions data Base BD and provide the schedule of the required
preservation activities.
IV. The Quality Manager at the module yard(s) is responsible for performing preservation inspections,
required frequency reports and audits in the module yard(s) including final inspection prior to
shipment, coordination and information transfer with site.
V. It is the Project Team’s responsibility to put together the Preservation Matrix and communicate it to the
module yard(s).
E. Module Yard(s) Preservation Specialists
I. The Module Yard(s) preservation specialists are responsible for the cleaning through Pre-Fabrication
activities and installation, maintenance and preservation of any module related supplied equipment,
material, E&I, per this plan and/or per the vendor’s recommendation in their preservation plans and
supplied documents.
II. The module yard is responsible to have the necessary personnel to be fully dedicated to the planning,
execution and follow-up of cleaning, maintenance and preservation activities. The module yard(s) is
responsible in allocating the necessary consumables for preservation activities.
III. Their responsibilities include:
 The preservation of equipment and materials from the time they are delivered at the
Fabrication and Module assembly Facility, until completion off load out. This includes the
preservation in case of storage at Module facility.
 Coordinating with McDermott’s module yard and site Teams on preservation activities.
 Ensuring that documents related to preservation are ready before material arrives at
Fabrication Yard and reviewing document to understand the activities required.
 Ensuring that preservation documentation is completed and returned to the McDermott
Module Manager.
 Coordinating with Vendor’s Representatives.
 Performing initial preservation inspections upon equipment arrival.
 Carrying out routinely (period as agreed) inspections of equipment and bulk materials at
Fabrication Yard warehouse and laydown areas.
 Record and input the preservation activities into the SCBD.
 Notify the McDermott preservation team of any preservation activity changes or procedure
changes concerning critical equipment.

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F. Quality and Materials Management

I. In the event of a nonconformance event on a piece of equipment or material at arrival to the module
yard(s), The Material Inspector and/or Quality Inspectors will determine the disposition of the non-
conformance.
II. Materials Management will provide adequate storage facilities for equipment and material received at
the module yard(s). These storage facilities may require equipment access and egress, climate
control, electrical power availability and lighting (to be further defined by preservation requirements).
III. Material Management will coordinate the initial receiving inspections and the module yard to ensure
that required preservation is in place on arrival. They will provide a notification of equipment receipt
onsite to the Preservation Coordinator, a notification upon issuance to Fabrication. They will ensure
access to any equipment requiring preservation activities while in their care of custody.
G. Preservation Team
I. Quality is responsible to ensure that the Preservation Team provide for adequate storage and
protection of modules and any equipment on them on module equipment at site through installation
and until it is turned over the Integrated Commissioning and Turnover Team. They will staff an
organization that will be fully dedicated to the planning, procedures preparation, execution and follow-
up of cleaning, maintenance and preservation activities.
II. Their responsibilities include:
 Coordinating with McDermott’s Maintenance and Preservation Team on preservation
activities.
 Ensuring that documents related to preservation are ready before material arrives at
Fabrication Yard and reviewing document to understand the activities required.
 Ensuring that preservation documentation is completed and returned to the McDermott.
 Coordinating with Vendor’s Representatives if available at site.
 Performing initial preservation inspections upon equipment arrival.
 Carrying out weekly inspections of equipment and bulk materials at site warehouse and
laydown areas.
 Record and input the preservation activities into the SCBD.
 Build It Clean for piping system cleanliness.
III. They will coordinate with the McDermott Maintenance and Preservation Team during storage and
installation; and perform required preservation activities.
IV. They will provide training to general construction crews related to awareness of preservation and
protection activities.
H. Integrated Commissioning and Turnover Team
I. The Maintenance and Preservation Team will reside within the Integrated Commissioning and Startup
(ICSU) Team. The ICSU will support the Maintenance and Preservation Team in performing and
documenting relevant preservation tasks during the time that plant equipment is in the care of custody
of the ICSU team.
II. They will plan for preservation activities to coincide with commissioning and start-up activities and
coordinate with the preservation team to revise and or reinstate the necessary preservation protection
during or after the equipment items have been commissioned at the site.
I. Client Personnel

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I. Client will perform quality audits similar to Site Quality Control and could have special requests that
may go beyond the standard Vendor requirements. Additional Client preservation requirements will be
agreed with the PMT and in alignment with the Contract obligations.

04 - Preservation Process
A. Home Office Preparation
I. During the design phase, Engineering will collect required Vendor/Supplier preservation
documentation and ensure they are considered during the design phase. Engineering with
collaboration with Quality will set up the Preservation Matrix and procedure to have consistency
throughout the Module Yards and site.
II. Quality will ensure to document all preservation guidelines and requirements for on module materials,
equipment, E&I etc. The Maintenance and Preservation Superintendent will use this documentation to
generate the following information to the Module Facilities and Site Contractor preservation teams:
 Overall list of materials and equipment to be received (i.e., exchangers under nitrogen purge
upon receipt, pipe cleanliness and categories of cleanliness).
 For the initial preservation, as well as supplementary requirements for post installation,
transportation and receipt at site requirements, Vendor/Supplier will provide a guideline of
how inspection will be performed and handled.
 The initial preservation requirements for bulk materials, E&I, etc.
 Overall plan for modules at facility and transportation requirements given the yard and site
locations (i.e., shrink wrap all electrical equipment during ocean transport).
 Preservation requirements and frequencies for the activities to be performed, based on
Vendor/Supplier documentation.
 Tools and consumables used for preservation.
III. Material Reception at Module Facilities
a. The Vendor/Supplier is responsible for preservation during shipment until material or equipment
arrives at the yards. The Materials management teams will notify the McDermott Preservation
Coordinator when material or equipment arrives at the yards. The arrival date is the start of the
preservation campaign at the yards and an initial inspection will be made immediately to verify
that “initial preservation” requirements for shipping were satisfied and there is no existing
damage or deterioration prior to warehousing or storage. Corrective action will be taken as
needed.
IV. Warehouse Storage at Module Facilities
a. The module facilities are responsible for preservation of materials and equipment upon receipt at
the facility with oversight from the McDermott Preservation Coordinator. The Materials or
Warehousing teams will store the material or equipment according to the preservation
requirements provided by the project team and make it available to the preservation teams for
preservation activities and inspection. Equipment and material will be coded to indicate the
below storage requirements, these will be identified on the equipment data sheets, vendor
preservation documents and in the Preservation Matrix provided by engineering:
 Stored outdoor without covers.
 Stored under tarp.
 Stored in covered or enclosed building.
 Stored in air-conditioned building.

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b. Equipment stored outdoors will be positioned off the ground and above ground water pooling by
use of railroad ties, timbers, pallets, concrete slabs, sand bags or other appropriate means. The
support provided will not promote galvanic or crevice corrosion and will not damage the items by
any other means. The support will be sufficient to mechanically support the item without causing
bending, denting or other deformation.
c. High-priced components which can be easily removed, and spare parts should be stored in a
warehouse if possible.
d. All equipment shipped with protective covers or plugs over openings and with rust preventative
coatings applied on exterior machined and threaded surfaces will be treated on arrival as
follows:
 Protective covers, plugs, and coatings will be replaced if missing or damaged. If water or
dirt has entered the equipment, through damaged or improperly secured covers, the
equipment will be cleaned before covers, plugs and coatings are restored. All
preservation activities will be tracked in the preservation matrix.
 If vapor phase inhibitors or desiccants are used to protect the interiors of mechanical
equipment, vessels or machinery, the seals will be examined when the equipment is
received. Desiccant expiration date will be checked. Any damaged vapor seals or
interiors will be repaired or replaced, and the inhibitor or desiccant replaced, if
necessary. Material Management will place an NCR if necessary prior to replacing any
vapor seals and supplied to Quality for tracking.
 Vapor seals will be protected until the equipment is serviced for installation or pre-
commissioning.
e. For equipment blanketed with nitrogen, the pressure will be monitored. If nitrogen pressure is
lost or lower than 5 psi or vendor’s requirement, bolting and sealing point of flange should be
checked. If leakage is found, sealing and bolting will be performed again, and the nitrogen
blanket recharged.
f. For equipment removal of blinds and maintenance of vessels if piping connections required
material management and the appointed preservation team will:
 Ensure pipe cleanliness and preservation Build It Clean.
 Valve storage and handling should also be touched on.
 VPCI application requirements and reference to the specification for the application.
 Preservation and handling of Instruments on the modules
 Control of food and other organics onto module assembly areas i.e., no food, etc.
 Protection of painted galvanized bulk materials and equipment form welding and
grinding dust and discoloration during assembly via covers, etc.
 Raised face flange protection (like DOT system to reduce issues with flange face).
V. Pre-commissioning at Fabrication Yards
a. The module facility Preservation Teams will continue performing preservation activities and
inspections as required during handling and assembly in the yards. When material or equipment
is issued for installation, the McDermott Quality Manager or their appointee will be notified.
b. All gasketed blind flanges should remain intact if possible before removing for connection during
module assembly or installation. Equipment should be kept away from corrosive material and
other metals. Welding, cutting and polishing on equipment should only be performed at
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c. Pressure vessels or exchangers will generally be nitrogen blanketed or contain desiccant, per
Vendor/Supplier requirements. If possible, VPI or VCI will be used instead of nitrogen blanket.
d. If the nitrogen blanket will be de-pressured from equipment for assembly or installation, it should
be discharged to a safe location and the oxygen content will be verified if entry is required. While
the blanket is removed, any open flanges or manways should be covered by tarp or other means
when work is not being performed.
e. During pre-commissioning and commissioning activities that are performed in the yards, the
commissioning team will assist in coordination and performing the preservation and preventive
maintenance activities. Upon mechanical completion, preservation documentation and records
from initial preservation, reception and storage at the yard, and assembly or installation will be
reviewed and included in the turnover package.
VI. Module Specific Preservation Prior to Sail Out
a. At the open ends of pipes, durable UV resistance external end caps with stainless steel band
that will not be damaged by the environmental conditions during sea transport will be fitted.
b. To prevent sea water from getting into equipment during sea transportation, adequate covers,
such as plastic covers, are required for the following:
 Stems of manual valves and instrument valves.
 Instrument transmitters.
 Rotating equipment (including motors).
c. The lube oil in large lube oil reservoirs will be drained to avoid sloshing during sea
transportation. Flushing will be required at site if emptied. After installation of modules at site, oil
will be re-filled as soon as possible to avoid rusting of the internals before operation of the
equipment. Small lube oil reservoirs, such as in pump bearings, can be left filled during sea
transportation.
d. If the transport duration is longer than the required frequency of rotating shafts/rotors on rotating
equipment, the equipment will be rotated prior to transport and once received at site.
e. Air/Fin coolers will be covered with a secured waterproof tarp sheet and further secured with
netting on top. Fans will be locked or loose based on agreement with the vendor to prevent
rotation and potential damage.
f. The Preservation team will ensure any water used for preservation or testing piping systems is
fresh or demineralized water per the project specifications.
g. The individual module/package/equipment detailed preservation information will be recorded and
handed over to construction prior to loadout.
h. Internals of the open ends (including isolation valves without an end flange) on carbon steel
pipes will be preserved with water soluble corrosion inhibitor (once cleaning is completed) in
preparation for sail out.
i. Open ends will be capped with UV resistant durable plastic external caps and secured with
stainless steel bands and tape.
VII. Module Reception at the Site
a. The Module facility preservation team is responsible for preservation of materials and equipment
on the assembled modules up to sail away.
b. It is the Project team’s responsibility to ensure proper preservation is undertake from the module
yard to site. Specific preservation activities to be performed by the Transportation subcontractor
will be agreed and included in the contract.

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c. On receipt at site, material and equipment will be inspected for condition including the state of
preservation and cleanliness according to required standards, prior storage. Corrective action
will be taken as needed.
VIII. Loose Shipped Items with Modules
a. The module yard(s) is responsible for preservation for any loose shipped material or equipment
until it arrives at site. The Materials or Warehousing teams will notify the McDermott Preservation
Coordinator when material or equipment arrives at site with the module. The arrival date is the
start of the preservation campaign at site and an initial inspection will be made immediately to
verify that “initial preservation” requirements for shipping were satisfied and there is no existing
damage or deterioration prior to warehousing or storage. Corrective action will be taken as
needed.
IX. Warehouse Storage at Site
a. Site Contractor is responsible for preservation of materials and equipment at site with oversight
from the McDermott Preservation Coordinator. The Materials or Warehousing teams will store
the material or equipment according to the preservation requirements and make it available to
the preservation teams for preservation activities and inspection. Equipment and material will be
coded to indicate the storage requirements:
 Stored outdoor without covers.
 Stored under tap.
 Stored in covered or enclosed building.
 Stored in air-conditioned building.
b. Equipment stored outdoors will be positioned off the ground and above ground water pooling by
use of railroad ties, timbers, pallets, concrete slabs, sand bags or other appropriate means. The
support provided will not promote galvanic or crevice corrosion and will not damage the items by
any other means. The support will be sufficient to mechanically support the item without causing
bending, denting or other deformation.
c. High-priced components which can be easily removed, and spare parts should be stored in a
warehouse if possible.
d. All equipment shipped with protective covers or plugs over openings and with rust preventative
coatings applied on exterior machined and threaded surfaces will be treated on arrival as
follows:
 Protective covers, plugs, and coatings will be replaced if missing or damaged. If water or
dirt has entered the equipment, through damaged or improperly secured covers, the
equipment will be cleaned before covers, plugs and coatings are restored.
 If vapor phase inhibitors or desiccants are used to protect the interiors of mechanical
equipment, vessels or machinery, the seals will be examined when the equipment is
received. Desiccant expiration date will be checked. Any damaged vapor seals or
interiors will be repaired or replaced, and the inhibitor or desiccant replaced, if
necessary.
 Vapor seals will be protected until the equipment is serviced for installation or pre-
commissioning.
e. For equipment blanketed with nitrogen, the pressure will be monitored. If nitrogen pressure is
lost or lower than 5 psi or vendor’s requirement, bolting and sealing point of flange should be
checked. If leakage is found, sealing and bolting will be performed again, and the nitrogen
blanket recharged.

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X. Installation and Commissioning at Site

a. When the Modules are at site and released to construction for installation, the Preservation
Team will notify the Construction Management Team of any special requirements that equipment
has such as electricity, nitrogen blanket, special access, etc. and coordinate preservation
activities with the Construction team.
b. When the equipment has been turned over to the Commissioning and Turnover team, The
Preservation team will determine what preservation activities are still required.
c. The Preservation Coordinator will coordinate remaining preservation activities based on the
contract requirements.
05 - Preservation Guidelines
A. Inspection
I. All equipment and material will be thoroughly inspected for condition and preservation compliance at
the time of receipt into the care and custody of the project. This inspection will be documented on the
initial preservation inspection sheet and in the SCBD.
II. The initial preservation inspection will be made in conjunction with the Material / Warehousing Team’s
initial inspection to insure accessibility and continuity. This inspection will be recorded on the
preservation tag and the initial preservation inspection sheet.
III. If plants, animals, water, or dirt or any other foreign material has entered the equipment, through
damaged or improperly secured covers and plugs, the equipment will be cleaned and decontaminated.
An inspection will take place to determine if the equipment has been harmed, if so, correct specified
repairs will be developed and approved by the Maintenance and Preservation team, documented for
repairs to commence, and initiated in accordance with project NCR procedures.
IV. Once any repairs and/or inspections are completed, protective covers, plugs, seals, and coatings will
be renewed if not intact. VPCI, desiccants or nitrogen used in preserving the equipment will be
replenished as necessary.
V. Specific country quarantine and preservation requirements will be adhered and included in the
preservation plan to ensure equipment, materials and modules are not turned back/away.
B. General Storage and Protection from the Environment
I. Equipment should be stored to allow access for the inspection and preservation activity to be
performed. Equipment and materials will be protected from heat and cold, water, dissimilar metal
corrosion, cleaning/flushing media, and windblown sand for prolonged periods. Equipment will be
preserved until the pre-commissioning, commissioning is completed by utilizing some or all the
following: blanketing with inert gas, desiccants, lubricants, preservatives, heaters, temporary
guards/enclosures or other required measures.
II. Weather sensitive materials, equipment and supplies will be stored inside containers or other weather
proof structures with desiccant and moisture indicators installed for monitoring. Items such as
instruments, catalyst, refractory, precision tools, delicate equipment and specialty items will be
protected and stored indoors. Temperature controlled environments will be provided for some delicate
equipment (i.e., computers, electronic controls, special tools and meters, etc.).
III. All material stored outdoors will be appropriately supported off the ground and above the maximum
expected level of rain water or accumulated snow by use of timbers, pallets, concrete slabs or other
appropriate means. Special care will be taken to maintain the integrity of packaging. If this is not
possible, additional protection should be provided to protect materials stored outdoors from potentially
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C. Preservation Products
I. All internal and external surfaces will be approved by the Maintenance and Preservation Team and will
be conducted in a clean and dry condition before any rust preventative materials are applied. An
approved and or specified solvent will be used for cleaning of surfaces prior to application of any rust
preventative.
II. A rust preventative barrier coating that provides extended, outdoor protection will be used on external
exposed surfaces will be approved by the Maintenance and Preservation Team. It will not have
lubricating properties. Before placing any protected parts in service, the film will be removed from any
part that comes in contact with lubricants.
III. Vapor Phase Corrosion Inhibitors (VPCI) will be in alignment with vendor specifications and
procedures and approved by the Preservation Team and applied for the internal protection of
machinery such as compressors, engines, turbines, and their auxiliary equipment as heat exchangers,
pipes and small drums/tanks. The portion of equipment to be protected will be dry and closed off from
the atmosphere.
IV. When preservatives or temporary lubricants are required, the MSDS will be reviewed and the shelf-life
will be confirmed.
V. Lubricant or corrosion inhibitors will be stored in enclosed warehouse. Store room will be dry and well
ventilated. Drums that will be stored outdoors will be placed on timbers or other support with
temporary cover above them.
VI. VPCI or desiccants will be stored in enclosed warehouse that is dry and well ventilated.
D. Piping
I. Piping should be reliably protected at all phases of bulk transport, storage, pre-fabrication, spool
shipment, storage and spool installation.
II. All open-ended spooled pipe and tubing will be sealed. Piping with diameter below 36 in. will have UV
resistant cap plastic covers. Piping above 36 in. diameter, will be covered with a UV resistant tarp
supplied by vendor or Mill.
III. Flanged pipe will have gasketed metal flange covers or durable UV resistant plastic external flange
covers. Where not painted, the raised face or ring joint of the flange will be coated with corrosion
inhibitor. (DOT system will also be utilized).
IV. All prepared surfaces, such as butt weld bevels (coated with weld able paint prior to shipment) or
threaded ends, will be protected with plastic caps and corrosion inhibitor. Connectors will be protected
internally with a suitable preservative and the hub end will be capped with metal covers and the weld
ends capped with plastic.
V. Threaded components, such as pipe threads or pipe support rods, will be protected with corrosion
inhibitor.
VI. Carbon steel pipes that will be in storage for more than two to three months will be wood- stripped
both ways to provide a minimum of 0.25 in. between the pipes.
VII. Straight chromium stainless steel (typically 400 Series alloys) and austenitic stainless steel (typically
300 Series alloys) equipment, components and material will be protected by:
 Being stored under cover (protective coatings are acceptable alternatives to covered
storage).
 Not coming in contact with soil or with porous supports such as raw wood or carbon steel,
even for temporary support.
 Austenitic stainless steels will not be exposed to salt water or salt spray.
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VIII. Gasket contact surfaces will not be painted except for piping system which needs coating to prevent
corrosion. If the surface is painted or damaged it will be restored to the original specification condition
before application of protection.
IX. The preservation of piping and equipment may be performed together in some cases. In other cases,
equipment is isolated from piping.
X. Pipes will be internally dried, with dry air, after testing and capped for shipping per PIP specifications
and/or project specifications.
XI. External surfaces of carbon steel and low alloy steel pipes will be visually inspected every month to
detect severe general or localized corrosion and that the end protection is securely installed.
XII. Pipe cleanliness will be in alignment with the Build it Clean Program as well as any vendor, project
and/or PIP specifications.
XIII. Care will be taken with the type of tape used on alloy pipe lines due to corrosion from tape.
E. Insulated Piping and Equipment
I. In all cases, the Vendor/Supplier’s instructions will be followed.
a. This section covers the protection and preservation of piping and equipment from the time it is
insulated at the yards to its commissioning at site.
b. Insulation installed at the yards will be protected during sail out. Specific additional measures will
be taken for the sea transportation to avoid water or moisture ingress into insulation systems if
needed and described in the Preservation Matrix. (This will include sealing with caulking
compound and shrink wrap with weep holes for moisture release.)
c. Drain holes will be sealed at the yards to prevent exposure to water during sea transport and
removed at site before commissioning or startup.
d. All cladding joints around protrusions will be sealed at the yards to prevent exposure to sea
water during sea transport and removed at site before commissioning or startup.
e. Selected critical equipment systems defined by Quality and engineering will be inspected for
preservation using a borescope through nozzles and vents/drains as far as possible, to check
internal for signs of debris, corrosion, rust/scale and free water.
f. For insulation applied in the yards, sealer, adhesive, caulking, mastic, GRP jacketing, etc. will be
UV radiation cured in the yards per project specifications.
g. Pre-dressed equipment will be fully insulated and protected and preserved before sail out from
the yards, including drainage and supports as necessary.
F. Bulk Material
I. Storage
a. Components will be kept in dry, air-conditioned (at temperature required by Vendor/Supplier)
storage environments. Temperature and humidity measurement indicators will be in place for
monitoring.
b. Adequate protection will be provided to prevent mechanical damage, atmospheric corrosion and
exposure to vibration.
c. Free-standing metal enclosed equipment will be stored in an upright position.
d. Space heaters for distribution boards will be energized as required. Their electrical connection
points will be readily available without uncrating the equipment and will be clearly identified as to
location and the electrical service required.
e. A desiccant will be installed in junction boxes.
f. Printed circuit boards will remain in their protective antistatic covers.
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h. Electronic components may require antistatic storage containers subject to Vendor / Supplier
requirements.
i. The fabricator will protect materials and equipment to prevent from losses, breakage, blasting,
painting and weather damages.
j. Equipment will be shielded against physical damage and exposure to dust, sand, moisture,
welding sparks, and other foreign matter commonly found in the construction environment.
k. All equipment, cable ladder/trays, cables, instrumentation items will be protected during blasting,
painting, and welding or any hot work activities in the area.
l. Space heaters furnished in switch-gear cubicles will be energized if specified by the vendor for
transport and at site if included in the modules.
II. Steel
a. Steel plate will be stored in stacks sorted by plate thickness and in stack heights short enough to
not induce deformation. Steel sections will be stored with the web horizontal and on a slight
incline so that water will drain.
III. Nuts and Bolts
a. Nuts will be installed on the bolts during storage in the warehouse or outside in dry container
suggest air-conditioned climate controlled to avoid corrosion and lubricant issues.
IV. Insulation
a. Insulation materials will always be protected from the elements from delivery to the installed
finished product. Materials delivered to the module yard will be in their original packaging and
will be stored above the ground on appropriate dunnage with adequate drainage or in shipping
containers. Any cold insulation will always be stored internal up to installation.
V. HVAC Ducts
a. HVAC ducts that are stored outside will be covered by tarp or equivalent material to prevent
exposure to moisture.
VI. Coatings
a. Paint, coating materials, and thinners will be stored according to the suppliers’ MSDS.
VII. Fittings (Elbows, Tees, Reducers, Flanges)
a. Fittings 8 inches and smaller will be stored indoors after unpacking.
b. Carbon steel and low alloy steel flange surfaces will be coated with corrosion inhibitor, if not
already coated at the Vendor/Supplier shop and re-coated every three months.
c. All open ends will be covered with durable UV resistance plastic external caps or covers.
d. Fittings larger than 8 inches may be stored outside for up to 6 months in their delivery crate or a
suitable crate supplied at the storage site. The crates will be clearly marked with their contents
and be kept above ground and covered by waterproof tarp.
VIII. Stainless Steel
a. Stainless steel cannot be stored in contact with carbon steel or with other alloys.
b. When performing hydrotest or flushing which will expose stainless steel materials to water, then
water with maximum 2 ppm chloride will be utilized (such as de-mineralized water). This
requirement also applies in cases where a system contains stainless steel components, for
example valves having stainless steel components or systems containing stainless steel bellows
expansion joints. All low points will be drained to confirm the system is dry before proceeding
with the recommended preservation. Dryness testing requirements and verification Borescope
heat guns, etc.
IX. Valves Strainers, Miscellaneous
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i. Valves will be sealed with plastic caps. Threaded ends of valves will be sealed with
steel threaded plugs and welded ends with plastic caps or other to ensure damage is
mitigated.
ii. External machined surfaces on valve stems will be cleaned, greased, and protected
by wrapping in preservative-impregnated cloth tape for corrosion/mechanical
protection.
iii. Manual valves will be left in open position, but not back-seated, with valve stems
upright, unless otherwise specified by Vendor/Supplier instructions.
iv. Ball valves will be stored in either fully open or full closed position to prevent seat
damage.
v. Pressure relief valves and safety valves will be stored indoors or in weather protected
areas in the upright vertical position. For Module facilities, PSVs are Installed for
dimensional control and returned to original cradles for ship loose.
vi. For sail out, pressure relief valves and safety valves will be removed from module,
packed and covered properly to prevent exposure to dirt, debris, rain or water.
Carbon steel and low alloy steel flange surfaces will be coated with corrosion
inhibitor.
vii. Open ends will be covered with durable UV resistance plastic external caps or
covers.
X. Electrical Equipment
a. In all cases, the Vendor/Supplier’s instructions will be followed.
i. All openings in electrical equipment on modules will be plugged or capped.
ii. Electrical equipment having anti-condensation space heaters will be energized.
iii. Unused cable and conduit entries in enclosures and boxes will be plugged. Plugs will
provide the same degree of protection as that provided by the enclosure.
iv. An approved lubricant will be applied to the joints of explosion-proof enclosures for
equipment and devices and to the joints of explosion-proof boxes required for general
wiring.
v. Electrical devices having moving parts that would be subject to damage under normal
operation, such as relays and meters, will be securely blocked to prevent movement.
vi. Computers, video units, telecommunications equipment, and other electrical
equipment will be stored in a controlled environment.
vii. Switchgear, starters and control equipment will be stored indoors in a dry, warm
place where condensation of water vapor cannot occur. If high relative humidity or
large rapid changes in temperature are experienced, heaters will be used to maintain
the temperature at a minimum of 6°C. Primary disconnect switches will be handled
per Vendor/Supplier requirements.
viii. Space heaters will be connected to a continuous source of power of the proper rating
during transport and upon arrival at the job site. Space heaters will be monitored to
ensure they are operating properly.
ix. Doors, cable entries and other openings of switchgear and compartments will be kept
closed and secured prior to shipment.
x. Shrink wrap of all electrical equipment to prevent salt water egress, add weep hole
on underside/bottom of shrink-wrapped equipment to allow condensate to dissipate
(temperature variance causes water issues).
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a. Vendor/Supplier requirements for storage and testing requirements will be followed.

b. Cable drums will be placed in up-right positions, not laid flat, with chocks placed on the four
corners of the drums. Cable trays and their accessories will be stored on timbers and covered
with water proof sheets.
c. Ends of cable will be sealed with heat - shrinkable end caps to prevent the wire and insulation
from being exposed to moisture.
d. Cable connections for uninstalled cabling will be sealed and identified.
e. Cable reels will be shipped with wood lagging or similar protection to prevent damage during
shipment and stored in an upright position.
f. Cables will be installed with adequate supports and tie downs.
g. Fiber optic will be stored in a dry environment and covered with water-proof sheets.
h. The end for fiber optic will be sealed to avoid moisture and water.
i. Fiber optic reels will be stored in an upright position with the end of the fiber fixed.
XII. Motors and Generators
a. Shafts will be rotated on a regular basis to prevent permanent shaft deflection during storage.
b. Shafts on electrical motors will be protected with grease tape, silicon-based lubricant and tape.
Bearings will be greased as required per project specifications.
c. Coils will be meagered every month or per project specific requirements. At the time of reading,
temperature and weather condition will be recorded since insulation resistance is inversely
proportional to insulation temperature.
d. Equipment exposed to humidity will be protected with desiccant bag or corrosion protection
agents. Cable entries will be fitted with suitable plugs.
e. For motors and electric motor operated valve actuators stored outdoors without protective cover,
the following is required:
 Enclosure openings not intended to be open during operation of the equipment, such as
conduit, and cable entrances in terminal boxes, will be closed with water tight plugs.
Temporary shipping plugs will be replaced with permanent storage plugs.
 Motors and valve actuators will be stored in their normal operating position, e.g., vertical
motors in an upright position with their shaft extension downward.
f. Bearing boxes and gear cases with oil lubricated bearings will be treated with VSI as required by
Vendor/Supplier. Grease lubricated bearings do not require any further lubrication until start-up.
g. Openings such as terminal boxes and ventilation openings will be sealed to prevent dust
accumulation and water egress.
h. When sleeve-type bearings are fitted, the lubrication system will be drained, flushed and filled
with service oil plus VSI concentrate.
i. Brushes will be lifted off the slip rings and commutators.
j. Commutators of DC Units will not be coated or oiled.
XIII. Transformers
a. Transformer tank and radiators will be inspected for dents, and any signs of oil leakage as soon
as transformer arrives on yards or site. Any paint damage will be repaired before outdoor
storage.
b. Transformers may be stored outdoors with waterproof protective covering or shelter. All other
units will be stored indoors.
c. Drums of insulating liquid may be stored outdoors with waterproof protective covering or shelter,
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d. Protective covers from insulators will be removed and inspected thoroughly for cracks or chips
and then replaced.
e. Insulation resistance of dry type transformer windings will be measured and recorded in
accordance with project testing specification.
f. Based on environmental regulations and international regulations, If transformers are shipped
with main tank filled with insulating liquid, except for expansion space, the level and ambient
temperature will be measured and recorded when unit arrives at yards or site and thereafter as
required by Vendor/Supplier specifications and instructions.
g. If transformer is shipped with main tank filled with insulating liquid and blanketed with gas under
pressure, or filled with gas under pressure, the gas pressure and ambient temperature will be
measured and recorded when unit arrives yards or site and thereafter as required by
Vendor/Supplier instructions. If pressure falls, search for leaks, add gas to keep pressure within
tolerance.
h. If transformers are fitted with silica gel absorbers, they will be inspected weekly and re-inhibited
as necessary.
i. Based on environmental and international regulations if the on module equipment is received at
the yards or site filled with insulating oil will be sampled at the WORK crackle tested in
accordance with Vendor/Supplier instructions.
j. All drums of insulating oil for topping or filling of equipment will be similarly tested.
XIV. Pre-fabricated Substations
a. Indoor storage of switchgear, starters and control equipment is required. These will be stored in
a dry, air-conditioned environment where condensation due to humidity will not occur.
Temperature and humidity will be monitored per Vendor/Supplier requirements.
b. Free standing metal enclosed equipment, such as switchgear, motor control centers will be
stored in the upright position.
c. After assembling, insulation resistance of main buses will be measured and recorded.
Information will be corroborated with vendor requirements to ensure substations are capable to
withstand ocean transport loads.
XV. Batteries and Chargers
a. Batteries and chargers will be stored in accordance with the Vendor/Supplier instructions,
normally in a dry place where condensation will not occur and agreed with the environmental
regulations and the project specific environmental management plan
b. Nickel-cadmium batteries and lead-acid batteries that have been shipped dry, do not require
maintenance.
c. Battery electrolyte is chemical material will be stored in chemical warehouse with air-conditioning
and ventilation.
d. Batteries will be stored on electrically non-conductive surfaces.
e. The manufacturer will be consulted on battery shelf life, proper storage, and shipping conditions.
f. Batteries will not be shipped until charging facilities are available at the storage site.
g. Need to understand size and capacity to install on module for shipment 60 days.
XVI. Instrumentation
a. In all cases, the Vendor/Supplier’s storage instruction will be followed.
i. Openings in instrument equipment will be plugged or capped. This includes unused
cable entries, process line connections and pneumatic tubing connections. Plastic
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ii. Instrument panels, cabinets or boxes containing electronic components, relays, etc.
will be sealed with heavy-duty polyethylene sheets or shrink-wrapped after the
installation of silica gel bags.
iii. Before wrapping with the sheet, any entrapped moisture will be cleared. If moisture is
detected by visual inspection, it will be wiped with a dry towel.
iv. Orifice plates will be shipped loose between suitable materials to prevent physical
damage.
v. The gauge glasses on skid or equipment-mounted instruments will be adequately
protected or removed. If the gauge glass is removed, the necessary precaution will
be taken to prevent ingress.
vi. Freestanding panels, switch racks, etc., will be stored upright. When internal access
is required for inspection, the storage area will allow for easy access.
b. Storage
i. Instrument equipment/material and accessories will be stored in a covered and safe-
guarded classified storage.
ii. Instrumentation equipment and material will be protected against physical damage
and exposure to dust, moisture and other foreign matter by providing suitable
protective coverings.
iii. The indoor storage of instrument, including relief valves and control valves, is
required.
iv. Temperature and humidity of electrical equipment and instruments warehouse will be
controlled as required.
v. Electronic instruments that will be used in an unheated area will be installed inside
insulated and heated instrument enclosures. The heater should be integral with the
enclosure with set point of approximately 40°F. These heaters inside enclosures will
be energized during storage.
c. On Module
i. Single instruments will be protected with plastic or other cover per project and/or
vendors specifications.
ii. Instrumentation will be inspected for physical damage, coating damage, moisture,
and potential corrosion.
iii. Tubing caps or plugs will be installed on any open ended pneumatic and electrical
connection after tubing has been blown out to remove any debris.
iv. Cover screws, bolts and valve coupling areas will be coated with heavy grease.
v. Parts will be coated with appropriate VPCI films, heat seals, or sealed with outdoor
UV-resistant waterproof adhesive tape.
vi. Orifice flanges will be treated as regular flanges and shipped loose.
vii. After installation, weatherproof covering will be checked to protect the instrument
panel from water conditions and other construction works. Where necessary, flame
resistant cover sheeting will be used to prevent damage caused by other welding
works. Mechanical protection will be supplied for panels with instrument faces. When
welding, the fireproof blankets will be used to protect the pulled cables from damage.
G. Static Equipment
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a. The following equipment will be shipped from Vendor/Supplier to module yards or site under
nitrogen blanket at a pressure of at least 5 psi and stored under nitrogen until ready for
installation and/or per vendor requirements. Pressure gauges will be installed to check the
pressure at routine intervals:
 Shell and tube heat exchangers.
 Air cooled heat exchanger.
 Plate Heat Exchanger.
 Main Cryogenic Heat Exchanger (MCHE).
 Furnaces.
 Pressure vessels.
 Any other equipment specified by Vendors/Suppliers.
b. Equipment will be monitored per vendors requirements during module assembly for eternal
damage, moisture damage, oxidation, and degradation of applied preventive compounds.
Results will be recorded and tracked with the SCBD.
c. Service gaskets and spare parts will be stored separately.
d. All preservation and temporary materials will be galvanically and chemically compatible with the
installed equipment.
e. All wooden materials will be provided with certification in compliance with Canadian Codes and
Standards.
II. Tanks and Vessels
a. After hydrotest, tanks and vessels will be inspected for debris, cleaned, and dried. Any required
preservation will be performed, and they will be sealed using metal flange covers and gaskets.
b. Weep holes in reinforcing pads, corrosion plates, etc., will be packed with grease suitable for
operating temperature following the hydrotest and drying procedures.
III. Heat Exchanger Units
a. If units are stored outside, the bays will be cleaned periodically at least once per month from dust
particles, debris, moisture at the module yard.
b. Finned tubes exposed on the bays will be protected against bumps, mechanical damages, and
deformation.
c. All the finned tube coolers will be covered with waterproof tarp or plastic sheeting and further
secured with netting on top.
d. Shipping braces for tube bundle will remain installed until construction completion.
e. The tube bundle will be completely covered to prevent debris settling within fins and to avoid any
circulation of humid air through the bundle which could cause corrosion of the bonds between
fins and tubes.
IV. Plate Heat Exchangers
a. Plate Heat Exchangers will be stored in a warehouse, free from any ozone-producing equipment,
away from sunlight and ultraviolet radiation, and away from organic solvents or acids to prevent
deterioration of rubber materials in them.
b. Plate Heat Exchangers will not be removed from its packing case to avoid mechanical damages.
c. Every three (3) months (as long as plastic extension covers remain in place) rust preventive
thread lubricant will be applied to tightening bolts. The plastic covers which were originally
provided on the tightening bolts will be reinstated after thread lubricant application.
d. Inert plugging pressure will be monitored to ensure the pressure is maintained.
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a. Tubes and headers will be purged and filled with N2 at a pressure of at least 5 psi. Pressure
gauges will be installed for routine monitoring and checking the pressure during idle period.
b. To avoid condensation at the flue gas side, the flue gas side will be well ventilated by leaving
open access doors and dampers.
c. External insulation will be inspected and repaired where necessary to prevent exposure to water
and moisture. Adequate caulking will be required to ensure no water egress during shipment.
VI. Ship-loose Materials
a. Ship-loose materials will be stored in a warehouse.
b. Ship-loose materials will be kept away from moisture, exposure to hazardous chemicals, and
other factors that can contribute corrosion.
c. If the ship-loose material is placed in transparent sealed plastic or container, the material will not
be removed until installation. If ship-loosed material is placed in opaque sealed plastic or
container, the material will be opened for inspection, then repacked (with recommended
preservation).
d. Ship-loose material will be tagged to respective module and shipped at the same time as module
either on deck, on module or via container dependent on location of project and distance from
module facility.
H. Rotating Equipment
I. In all cases, the Vendor/Supplier’s instructions will be followed. Equipment on modules such as
pumps, compressors, lube oil skids, air fin coolers, and turbines received mounted on their base plate
or frame will be stored level so as not to induce twists or deflections into the base plate or beams.
II. If prolonged period of storage is scheduled or the expected effective period of rust preventatives
applied by manufacturer expires, the application of rust preventatives in the field will be required in
accordance with the instructions in subsequent paragraphs or by the specific procedures prepared by
the manufacturers.
III. During all phases of storage, the equipment will be protected to avoid damage caused by lifting,
fabrication and erection activities. The equipment will be correctly protected by hard covers, fire
blanket, timbers, steel and or other means necessary to protect the equipment.
a. Shafts will be rotated 1-1/4 turns weekly, unless otherwise recommended by Vendor/Supplier.
The position of the shaft at rest should be advanced by a 1/4 turn each time.
b. Cooling systems will be drained, cleaned, dried and preserved.
c. Selected critical equipment will be inspected for preservation using borescope through nozzles
and vents or drains as far as possible, to check internal for signs of debris, corrosion, rust/scale
and free water.
d. After all testing is complete, rotating equipment will be cleaned, dried and greased in accordance
with Vendor/Supplier specification.
e. Lube oil and seal gas consoles will be nitrogen purged and blanketed after flushing and drying
and Module yard if necessary. Pressure gauges will be installed for pressure monitoring.
f. Unless the Vendor specifies, mechanical seals for pumps will not be removed before loadout.
g. Pump inlets/outlets and vents will be blinded, tracked to ensure proper removal at site.
h. Crankshafts will not be rotated during storage.
IV. Motors
a. Motors will be kept in their original containers or provide with equivalent protection and stored in
a warehouse free from extremes in temperature, humidity and corrosive atmosphere prior to their
installation at on the module. Once installed equivalent protection will be provided per
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b. To minimize condensation in and around the motor, additional desiccant will be used.
c. Re-greasing of motors will be done every 3 months with the shaft being rotated after greasing.
d. Grease injection will be monitored to avoid over filling, to prevent premature bearings failure
during operation.
V. Centrifugal Pumps
a. Prior to rotating shaft, remove bags filled with powder of a vapor phase inhibitor or desiccant if
provided by equipment manufacturer.
b. Greased lubricated bearings do not require any further lubrication except for re-filling until the
time prior to start-up.
c. For maintenance and preservation requirements for equipment in cryogenic service, refer to
Vendor/Supplier instructions.
d. Coppers bonds will be installed between shaft and casing and other exposed parts that are not
grounded. This will prevent damage in the event of an accidental welding ground or strike. In
general, 75 kW, or larger units require this protection. (Bonds may be a length of welding cable
fixed by G Clamps).
e. Oil levels will be monitored weekly for bearing boxes, gear cases and all oil sumps to confirm if
the internal parts are effectively preserved by preservation oil.
VI. Reciprocating Pumps
a. Exposed rods, eccentrics, plungers, and machined surfaces will be coated with corrosion
inhibitor.
b. VSI will be sprayed into liquid cylinders and valve chambers when the openings are unsealed for
connection of the piping and into drive mechanisms of proportioning and metering pumps in
accordance with the preservation oil supplier instruction manual. If there is an internal coating
inside bearing boxes and gear cases, confirm if the VSI is fully suitable for internal paint,
elastomer and non-metallic parts under long term storage prior to use.
c. Oil level for crankcases of proportioning, metering and power pumps will be checked weekly to
confirm if the internal parts are effectively preserved by preservation oil.
d. Stroke adjustment mechanism will be checked to confirm they work smoothly every week.
e. Crankcases of proportioning, metering and power pumps to confirm will be checked every two
weeks to confirm that the internal parts are effectively preserved by preservation oil.
VII. Compressors
a. Dry gas seals will be removed after shop running test before loadout to site. Vendor will inspect
refurbish and repackage the seal cartridges after shop test.
b. Dry gas seals will be shipped inside metal container with nitrogen blanket. Pressure gauges will
be installed for pressure monitoring.
c. Bearings will be sprayed with VSI, if recommended by Vendor.
d. Lube oil will be applied to shafts, exterior surfaces of couplings and unpainted metal parts.
e. Spare rotor will be stored in storage container vertically and store small parts and other spare
parts in a covered warehouse in accordance with Vendor/Supplier recommendations.
f. Lube oil and cooling water systems and consoles will be inspected monthly to ensure that
coatings, are protected and serviced in accordance with Vendor/Supplier requirements.
g. Protective covers on openings in the cylinders and crank case will be inspected when the
compressor is received. Any damaged covers will be repaired or replaced with metal cover. If
water or dirt has entered the equipment through damaged covers, the equipment will be cleaned
out and rust preventive treatment restored.
h. The frame oil sump will be filled to standard oil level, unless other method recommended by
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i. Apply oil to parts of internal surfaces of crankcase where it cannot be expected to be applied
with the filled preservative oil by hand turning and to internal surfaces of cylinders and distance
pieces.
j. Remove old bags of VPI and replace with new bags where required by Vendor/Supplier
instructions.
k. Open threaded connections on frames and distance pieces will be sealed with threaded metal
plugs to seal air tight.
l. A N2 blanketing system will be provided where required by Vendor/Supplier specification and
instructions and replaced by the Module yard if released. Piping design will allow for hook up of
pipe and minimize the need to remove N2 Purge to facilitate hook up.
m. Components received separately such as valves, piston rods, and packing will be stored in a dry,
air-conditioned environment.
n. Copper bonds will be installed between shaft and casing and other exposed parts that are not
grounded. This will prevent damage in the event of an accidental welding ground or strike. In
general, 75 kw or large units require this protection. Earthing bond may be a length of welding
cable, attached to the shaft or ungrounded section with ‘G’ clamps.
o. Carbon piston rings, carbon rings, and rod packing will not be installed until the compressor is
serviced for initial operation.
VIII. Fan Drive Assemblies
a. Fans which are shipped installed on the modules will be locked to avoid any rotation by means
of nylon strap set around the drive pulley. This lock will be removed each time periodic
maintenance will be performed.
b. Fan blades will be cleaned and preserved with protective coatings.
c. Fans, pulleys, and drive shafts will be cleaned once a month and coated with anti-rust compound
all over the surface and suitable covers to prevent exposure to dust and moisture.
d. The drive assembly will be rotated every month for at least five revolutions and grease will be
injected every three months. Engineering will ensure that equipment is designed to withstand
shipment transportation loads.
IX. Belts
a. Belts will not be stored together with harmful chemicals, solvents, fuels, lubricants, acids, etc.
b. The storage temperature will be followed in accordance with Vendor/Supplier requirements.
c. Belts will be protected from sunlight and fluorescent light.
d. Belts will be stored without stresses or tension applied directly or indirectly.
e. All belts shipped in ship loose.
X. Hoists, Loading Arms & Miscellaneous
a. In all cases, the Vendor/Supplier’s instructions will be followed.
b. Oil will be applied only if necessary to coat shafts, couplings and exposed machined surfaces.
c. Lubricated bearing boxes and gear cases will be sprayed with VSI and the shaft will be turned
several revolutions to apply the protective film uniformly to the entire shaft and bearings. Oil
levels will be checked weekly to confirm if the internal parts are effectively preserved by
preservation oil.
d. Oil will be applied to roller chains, wire rope and chain hoists.
e. Preservatives will be applied on sheaves and sprockets on grooves and teeth, per
Vendor/Supplier requirements.
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A. All preservation inspections and activities will be scheduled, tracked and recorded in the Systems
Completions Database.
I. Activity and Inspection Frequency
a. There are specific schedule/frequency requirements for preservation activities and inspection
driven by Vendor/Supplier instructions, conventional preventative maintenance best practices,
arrival date of equipment, and installation/fabrication, commissioning dates.
II. Preservation Schedule
a. The Maintenance and Preservation Manager will develop a schedule including all items to be
preserved. This schedule will identify the required preservation activities and frequencies for
performance of those activities. This document will be used throughout the life of the project to
track key preservation activities including inspection of the equipment and packaging/protection,
application and renewal of preservative materials, testing, rotation of mechanical equipment, etc.
III. Documentation and Tracking
a. The System Completion Database (SCBD) will be used to initiate, monitor and record
preservation from receipt through RFSU of all tagged equipment, materials and systems
requiring preservation. Preservation records will be part of the system completion package and
completed records proving preservation requirements as part of achieving system RFSU.
07 - Cautionary Markings
A. Cautionary markings will be permanent and easy to read.
B. All packages will be marked in English. They should also be marked in the language of the country of origin
and destination.
C. All boxes and crates are to be marked clearly on all low sides as appropriate – HANDLE WITH CARE and
THIS SIDE UP.
D. All boxes will be marked on all four sides KEEP DRY.
E. Commonly used cautionary markings and translations are shown as follows:

Table 1 – Cautionary Markings

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EXTERNAL LINKS
Name/Link

REFERENCES
Reference Number Reference Title

TERMS & ABBREVIATIONS

Term/Abbreviation Definition
AVM Anti-Vibration Mounts
Contractor McDermott
FHZ Fire Hazardous zones
HTV Heavy Transport Vessels
JB Junction Box

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MCC Motor Control Center

LER Local Equipment Room(s)
MF&AY Module Fabrication & Assembly Yard
MWS Marine Warranty Surveyor.
MOF Material Offloading Facility
PAR Pipe Assembly Rack
PAU Process Assembly Unit
SPMT Self-Propelled Modular Transporters
VAU Vendor Assembled Unit

APPENDICES
Number Description
Appendix 1 Packing Category Descriptions

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