KUWAIT OIL COMPANY (K.S.C.

Engineering Group

Specification Number
015-NU-1003
Thermal and A coustic Insulation
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01 5-NH-1003
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CONTENTS
1.0 SCOPE ...............................................3
1 2.0 STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
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SERVICE CONDITIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
I1 3.0

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
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4.0

5.0 APPLICATION OF INSULATION TO PIPING IN HOT SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . 4

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5.1 General Requirements ................................ 4
5.2 Application Procedure ................................ 5
5.3 Metal Jacket ...................................... 5
5.4 Procedure at Elbows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
5.5 Valve and Flanges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
5.6 Expansion of Joints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
5.7 Tees ............................................ 7
5.8 Reducers......................................... 7
6.0 APPLICATION OF INSULATION TO VESSELS IN HOT SERVICE . . . 7
6.1 General Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
6.2 Application of Insulation t o All HorizontalIVertical Vessels
Up t o 900-mm in Diameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
6.3 Application of Insulation t o Columns and Vertical Vessels
Over 900 mm in Diameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
6.4 Manway and Exchanger Shell Cover and Flange Boxes . . . . . . . . . 10

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8.0
APPLICATION OF INSULATION TO IRREGULAR SURFACES
INHOTSERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
ACOUSTIC INSULATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

9.0 SELECTION OF MATERIALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

9.1 General Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
9.2 Mineral Wool Insulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
9.3 Pipework . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
9.4 Vessels. Exchanger and Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
9.5 Vessel. Heads (Within Skirts) Valve. Flange and Manway Boxes . . 13
9.6 Weather Protective Jacketing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
9.7 Ancillaries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
9.8 Fastening Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
9.9 Ancillary Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
10.0 INSULATION THICKNESS TABLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
10.1 Heat Conservation Thickness Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
10.2 Personnel Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
ATTACHMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
I 11.0

PACKING. MARKING AND DOCUMENTATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

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I 12.0
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1.0 SCOPE

1.1 This specification covers the minimum technical requirements for the supply
and application of thermal insulation to pressure vessels, columns,
equipment and piping operating in the temperature range from ambient to
600°C for installation at the Facility in Kuwait.

1.2 The supply of thermal and acoustic insulation shall fully comply with all
relevant contractual requirements specified in the Scope of Work and
Techincal Specification of the Contract.

2.0 STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS

2.1 Thermal insulation shall conform in materials and performance, except

where otherwise specified, with the current issue and amendments of the
following prevailing on the effective data of the Contract:

2. I.
1 International Standards

ASTM 8209-90 Specification for Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy

Sheet and Plate

ASTM C592 Mineral Fibre Blanket Insulation

ASTM C612 Mineral Fibre Block and Board Fibre

lnsulation

ASTM C547 Mineral Fibre Preformed Insulation

2.1.2 British standards

BS 2972 Method of Testing for Inorganic Thermal

Insulating Materials

BS 5970 Thermal Insulation of Pipework and Equipment

2.1.3 Engineering Group Specifications

All equipment and accessories covered by this specification shall

comply with all relevant Engineering Group specifications of which
the following are specifically referred in this specification:

01 5-AH-1001 Basic Design Criteria

015-AH-1002 International Codes and Standards

015-XH-1005 Shop and Field Painting

015-UH-1001 Packing, Marking and Documentation

2.2 Compliance with this specification shall not relieve the Contractor of its
responsibility to supply equipment suited to meet the specified service
conditions and applicable regulations.
 2.3 Where conflicts exist between the requirements of this specification and
other Drawings, standards, codes or specifications, the most stringent shall
apply.
3.0 SERVICE CONDITIONS

3.1 Thermal insulation shall be suitable for desert location under high ambient
temperatures and humidity. The atmosphere at the Facility is generally
dusty and corrosive and may contain traces of hydrogen sulphide.

3.2 Thermal insulation shall in all respects to be suitable for continuous

operation in the service conditions stated in the Engineering Group
Specification entitled "Basic Design Criteria" (Number 01 5-AH-1001).

4.0 TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

4.1 The following specifies the surfaces to be insulated and related

requirements:
4.1.1 All vessels, columns, equipment and piping containing fluids or
vapours for which it is necessary to:

a. Conserve heat.

b. Maintain temperature for process control.

c. Provide personnel protection.

4.1.2 Vessels, columns, equipment and piping that are insulated shall be
identified on the following documents:

a. Equipment list for equipment insulation.

b. Piping line list for piping insulation.

c. Instrument listlschedule for instrument insulation.

4.1.3 Hydrostatic tests on piping and equipment shall be carried out prior
to the installation of any insulation.

5.0 APPLICATION OF INSULATION TO PIPING IN HOT SERVICE

5.1 General Reauirements

5.1.1 All piping in hot service shall be insulated with rigid or. semi-rigid
preformed half sections or radiused and bevelled edge lags.

5.1.2 Valves and flanges on piping in hot oil service shall not be insulated
except where required for specific process requirements. Where
required personnel, protection shall be stand-off expanded metal
boxes (see Attachment 4).

5.1.3 Insulation for personnel protection shall be required when the line
temperature exceeds 70°C or greater and when the surface is
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located beside walkways or elsewhere which could be touched in

the course of normal operating duties. This is further defined as:

a. Horizontal piping where bottom of pipe is below 2.0 m above

grade or at working level.

b. Vertical piping, where portions of the pipe are below 2.0 m

above grade or at working level.

c. Piping adjacent to and within 1000 mm of a working platform.

d. Protection shall be provided from 150 mm to 2.0 m above grade

or at working level.

5.1.4 All pipe insulation shall be provided with an aluminium metal jacket
with a factory-bonded moisture barrier unless otherwise specified.

5.1.5 Securement for basic insulation shall be as follows:

a. 1-mm Type 304 S.S. wire on maximum-225-mm centres for up

to 200-mm outside diameter (OD) of insulation.

b. 0.6-mm x 20-mm Type 304 S.S bands on maximum-225-mm

centres over 200-mm OD of insulation.

5.1.6 Securements for metal jacket 12-mm x No. 10 panhead stainless

steel screws.

A~olicationProcedure

5.2.1 The insulation shall be single layer up to 65-mm thickness and

double layer at 75-mm thickness and greater.

5.2.2 The pipe surface to be insulated shall be cleaned free of oil, grease
and all other foreign matter and shall be free from moisture prior to
the application of any insulation. The pipe shall be painted in
accordance with the Engineering Group Specification entitled "Shop
and Field Painting" (Number 01 5-XH-1005).

5.2.3 Wet insulation shall not be applied.

5.2.4 The insulation shall be snugly fitted, with all joints tightly butted.
Circumferential joints shall be staggered.

5.2.5 The insulation shall be firmly secured with the specified tie wire, or
band. Twisted ends of the wire shall be bent flush with the surface
of the insulation.

5.2.6 The insulation shall be bevelled at flanges in strict accordance with

the bevel detail in Attachment 2.

Metal Jacket

5.3.1 The final weather cover for the insulation shall be as follows:
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a. Up to and including 450-mm OD of insulation minimum-0.9-mm

aluminium sheet with factory-bonded moisture barrier.

b. Exceeding 450-mm OD of insulation minimum-I .2-mm aluminium

sheet with factory-bonded moisture barrier.

5.3.2 The metal shall be cut in sufficient length to provide a

minimum-50-mm lap at the longitudinal seam.

5.3.3 The jacket shall be applied with a minimum circumferential lap of 50

mm.

5.3.4 The jacket shall be applied to ensure a tight fit over the insulation
and to prevent any lifting of the lapping edge at the longitudinal
seam. All longitudinal seams shall be staggered on alternative sides
of the pipe, and laps shall be located to give maximum protection
from wind and rain.

5.3.5 Securement shall be by means of 12-mm long x No. 10 self-tapping

panhead stainless steel sheet metal screws spaced on maximum
150-mm centres at the longitudinal seam. Screws are not required
at the circumferential seam except for vertical piping when a
maximum of four screws per lap are required at equal spacings
around the pipe.

5.3.6 Any penetrations of the metal jacket by pipe supports, nipples, etc.
shall be weatherproofed by metal flashing. Any voids between the
jacket and weatherproofed bevel shall be filled with flashing
compound to prevent the ingress of moisture.

5.4 Procedure a t Elbows

5.4.1 The insulation for the pipe elbows shall be fabricated from mitred
segments of the straight pipe sectional insulation, cut t o conform to
the radius of the elbow.

5.4.2 The application requirements shall be the same as for straight pipe.

5.4.3 Securements shall be as for the straight portion of the pipe as

indicated in paragraphs 5.1.6 and 5.1.7 above, with one tie wire or
band per segment of insulation.

5.4.4 The metal jacket at the elbow shall consist of lobster-back

construction aluminium covers secured at throat seams by 12-mm-
long x No. 10 panhead stainless steel sheet metal screws on
maximum 75-mm centres.

5.4.5 Sealing requirements at penetrations of the elbow jacket shall be the

same as for the straight pipe jacket indicated in paragraph 5.3.6.

5.4.6 As an alternative to the metal jacket at elbows 50 mm and smaller

over the insulation, a layer of weatherproofing compound may be
applied, minimum thickness 6 mm. The surface of the insulation
shall be primed with a brush coat mastic primer to consolidate any
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insulation dust before applying the compound, and the compound

shall lap over the straight pipe insulation a minimum of 50 mm. A
layer of glass fabric shall be wrapped around the elbow whilst the
weatherproofing is still tacky followed by a final application of
weatherproofing compound. Total dry film thickness of
weatherproofing shall be 6 mm.

Valve and Flanaeg

The insulation of valves and flanges, where specified, shall be carried out
by means of insulation-filled, double-skin boxes in accordance with the
valves and flanges box detail, Attachment 3, sheets 1 and 2.

All insulation on lines operating at 400°C and above shall require expansion
joints at 6-m centres on horizontal lines and at each insulation support ring
on vertical lines.

Tees
The insulation for the pipe tees shall be fabricated from segments of the
straight pipe sectional insulation cut to conform to the required
configuration (see Attachment 5).

Reducers
The insulation for the pipe reducers shall be fabricated from segments of
the straight pipe sections and bevelled lags cut to conform to the required
configuration (see Attachment 6).

6.0 APPLICATION OF INSULATION TO VESSELS IN HOT SERVICE

6.1 General Reauirements

6.1 .IAll horizontal vessels, exchangers and vertical vessels shall be

insulated with rigid or semi-rigid preformed lags and slabs.

6.1.2 Protected heads of vessels within a skirt shall be insulated with rigid
preformed lags or slabs and weatherproofed with a hard-setting
hydraulic cement, mesh wire reinforced as specified.

6.1.3 A metal jacket with factory-bonded moisture barrier shall provide the
finish for all vessel insulation with the exception of protected heads.

6.1.4 All horizontal vessels, exchangers, etc. shall be jacketed with

minimum 1.2-mm flat aluminium sheet.

6.1.5 Vertical vessels, up to 900-mm diameter shall be jacketed with

minimum 1.2-mm flat aluminium sheet.

6.1.6 Vertical vessels exceeding 900 mm in diameter shall be jacketed

with minimum 0.8-mm corrugated sheet, corrugations at 30-mm
pitch.
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6.2 A ~ d i c a t i o nof Insulation to All HorizontalIVertical Vessels Ur,to

900-mm In Diameter

6.2.1 The surface to be insulated shall be cleaned free of oil, grease, and
all other foreign matter and shall be free from moisture prior to the
application of any insulation. The vessel shall be painted in
accordance with the Engineering Group Specification entitled "Shop
and Field Painting" (Number 01 5-XH-1005).

6.2.2 The basic insulation shall be rigid preformed lags or slabs. The
application requirements between vessel tangent lines shall be the
same as for straight piping, as indicated in section 5.2, with the
exception that securements shall be with 0.6-mm x 20-mm stainless
steel bands on 300-mm centres. Stainless steel "expander" straps
on 300-mm centres are required on vessels exceeding 1800 mm in
diameter.

6.2.3 Heads of vessels shall be insulated with mitred segments of the

straight insulation, cut to conform to the contours of the vessel's
head.

I 6.2.4 The segments shall be snugly fitted with all edges tightly butted.

6.2.5 Securements for the head insulation shall be 0.6-mm x 20-mm

stainless steel banding fastened to the tangent line support ring on
maximum 300-mm centres and secured at the support ring at the
centre of the head. The bands shall be passed across the head and
secured at the opposite point of the tangent
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line support ring.
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6.2.6 Metal jacket application requirements between tangent lines on

horizontal vessels up to 1800 mm in diameter and on vertical
vessels up to 900 mm in diameter shall be the same as for straight
pipe as indicated in section 5.3 with the additional requirement of
one 0.6-mm x 20-mm stainless steel band at each circumferential
seam and expansion requirements as required.

6.2.7 Horizontal vessels exceeding 1800 mm in diameter shall have the

tangent-to-tangent jacket secured by 0.6-mm x 20-mm stainless
steel expander bands which shall be tensioned to allow a minimum
20-mm expansion for each 6000 mm of the insulation
circumference. The bands shall be placed on maximum 450-mm
centres. Screws shall not be used.

6.2.8 All laps shall be a minimum of 50 mm. Longitudinal laps shall be

staggered to give the maximum spacing between laps while still
providing protection from wind and rain.

6.2.9 Paragraph 5.3.6 shall apply to all vessel weatherproofing of jacket

penetrations.

6.2.10 Exposed heads of vessel shall be jacketed with petal construction

segmental cladding which shall be overlapped to prevent moisture
penetration. Self-tapping screws shall be used for fastening
cladding.
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6.2.11 Heads of vertical vessels contained within a skirt shall be

weatherproofed as follows:

a. Following the application of the basic insulation hairpins of 2 0

standard wire gauge (swg), monel tie wire shall be attached t o
the banding. This shall be followed by a 3-mm-thick skim coat
of hydraulic cement armouring compound with the hairpins being
allowed t o protrude.

b. A layer of 20-swg x 25-mm mesh monel wire netting shall then

be applied over the entire head and secured t o the insulation
support ring, and t o the insulation support wires by means of the
20-swg hairpins. All butting edges of the mesh wire shall be
laced with 20-swg monel tie wire t o form a tight cover.

c. The final layer of hydraulic cement shall be applied at

approximately 9-mm wet thickness and shall be trowelled
smooth and true.
6.3 &mlication of Insulation to Columns and Vertical Vessels Over
900 mm In Diameter

I 6.3.1 Requirements in paragraph 6.2.1 shall apply.

I 6.3.2 The basic insulation shall be mineral wool bevelled slabs.

6.3.3 The slabs shall be snugly fitted with all joints firmly butted .and
circumferential joints staggered.

6.3.4 Final securement shall be provided by 0.6 x 20-mm stainless steel

bands on 300-mm centres.

6.3.5 Exposed heads of vessels shall be insulated with mineral wool

blanket faced with expanded metal cut and shaped t o conform t o
the contours of the head. All butting edge of the expanded metal
shall be tightly laced with 20-swg stainless steel wire.

6.3.6 The metal jacket shall consist of corrugated aluminium sheet. Lap
at longitudinal seam shall be t w o corrugations, lap at circumferential
seam shall be 75 mm.

6.3.7 The sheets shall be supported at the circumferential lap by S-clips

spaced at t w o per sheet, t o allow for vertical expansion. Screws are
not required on circumferential seams.

6.3.8 The jacket shall be secured by 0.6-mm x 25-mm stainless steel

bands. On vessels exceeding 1800 mm in diameter, the bands shall
be expander type t o allow for circumferential expansion. The bands
shall be spaced on maximum 450-mm centres. All bands will be
supported on joggle clips at 1800-mm centres.

6.3.9 Vertical seams shall be secured by 12-mm x No. 1 0 sheet metal

screws on 150-mm centres. All screws on corrugated sheets shall
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be located at the crown of the corrugation. Screws shall not be

located at any place where they may pierce the circumferential lap.

6.3.10 Exposed heads of vessels shall be jacketed in accordance with

paragraph 6.2.10.

6.3.1 1 Protected heads within a skirt shall be insulated in accordance

with paragraphs 6.2.3, 6.2.5 and 6.2.1 1, utilising rigid slab
insulation.

6.3.1 2 Paragraph 5.3.6 shall apply to all vessel jackets.

6.4 Manwav and Exchanaer Shell Cover and Flanae Boxes

6.4.1 Vessel manways and their associated flanges, exchanger shell

covers and associated flanges shall be covered with insulated
aluminium boxes.

6.4.2 The boxes shall be fabricated from minimum 1.2-mm flat aluminium
sheet with factory-bonded moisture barrier and shall be made in
sections of suitable size to permit easy handling.

6.4.3 All box construction seams shall be lock formed, and individual
erection joints shall be located and arranged to give maximum
protection from wind and rain.

6.4.4 The boxes shall be positioned on the vessel in conjunction with the
vessel jacket to prevent any ingress of moisture at the location of
the boxtjacket joint.

6.4.5 All boxes shall be made portable for easy access to the insulated
fitting for inspection purposes.

7.0 APPLICATION OF INSULATION TO IRREGULAR SURFACES IN HOT SERVICE

7.1 With the exception of those locations where conditions as stated in

paragraph 7.4 below, pumps, turbines and other similar equipment shall be
insulated with portable insulated aluminium boxes or panel sections.

7.2 The insulation may be rigid preformed section or slab or a loose fill material.

7.3 The box or panel shall be constructed from 1.2-mm flat aluminium sheet
utilising lock-form seam construction joints, and shall be made in portable
sections. Erection joints between sections shall be made watertight.

7.4 Where the shape, or frequency and position of any appurtenance make the
use of insulated boxes or panels impractical, the surface requiring insulation
shall be insulated as follows:

7.4.1 When the surface to be insulated can be heated, the insulation shall
be applied in plastic form, in layers, until the specified thickness is
achieved, the final layer being covered with a layer of 25-mm mesh
x 20-swg monel wire netting when the final thickness does not
exceed 38 mm. If the specified thickness is in excess of 38 mm, a
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layer of 38-mm mesh x 20- swg monel netting shall be applied at

half the specified thickness, in addition to the final 25-mm mesh
outer layer.

7.4.2 When the surface to be insulated cannot be heated, segments of

rigid insulation shall be fitted to the surface and shall be wired in
position with 18-swg monel tie wire.

7.4.3 A layer of 25-mm mesh x 20-swg monel wire netting shall be

applied over the insulation.

7.4.4 The final weatherproofing over both the plastic insulation and the
preformed insulation shall be with a minimum 9-mm wet thickness
of hydraulic armouring compound, trowelled smooth and true. When
dry, apply two heavy brush coats of weatherproofing compound
with a layer of glass fabric wrapped over the entire insulated surface
between the two coats and while the initial coat is still tacky.

8.0 ACOUSTIC INSULATION

8.1 This section defines the special requirements of acoustic insulation for
pipes, valves and flanges with the aim of reducing the noise emitted. The
specification defines minimum acoustic insulation in terms of the
requirements for insertion loss.

8.2 lnsertion loss is the difference in the sound pressure level at a given point
near the pipe (not influenced by other noise sources) before and after the
application of the acoustic insulation. It is not appropriate to express
insertion loss as a single number, such as db(A), because it varies with
frequency. It is therefore quoted as decibels in octave bands.

Required lnsertion Loss for Class of Insulation

CLASS I MINIMUM INSERTION LOSS I

(dB1
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OCTAVE BAND CENTRE FREQUENCY HZ.

8.3 The requirements for thermal insulation shall apply, except where excluded
or superseded by the requirement of the acoustic class (see Attachment 7).

8.4 Flanking transmission (short circuits) between pipewall and insulation

cladding shall be avoided. Neoprene rubber or equivalent anti-vibration
seals shall be used for this function (see Attachments 8 and 9 for typical
details).

8.5 All pipe fittings shall be insulated to the same class as the pipe. All pipe
supports shall be isolated down to the base.
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8.6 When noise radiated from a valve has to be reduced, the equipment shall
be surrounded by an easily demountable acoustic enclosure. Demountable
parts of acoustic enclosures heavier than 15 kg shall have lifting lugs. The
acoustic enclosure shall have an outer surface of metal sheet with a mass
per unit area at least equal to that of the metal jacketing. The porous layer
shall be similar in material to that used on the piping and shall be retained
by an inner perforated metal layer which is at least 10 mm away from the
flange or valve. The open area of the perforated metal shall not be less
than 30%.

8.7 Specific detail appertaining to limits and class or acoustic insulation shall be
stated on P&IDs (Piping and Instrument Diagrams) and LDTs (Line
Designation Tables).

9.0 SELECTION OF MATERIALS

9.1 General Reauirements

Unless otherwise approved by the Company, materials shall be selected

from those described below. All materials used shall comply with the
relevant BS or ASTM standards.

9.2 Mineral Wool Insulatio~

9.2.1 The amount of water-soluble chloride in mineral wool insulation shall

not exceed 14 mg per kg material, when measured in accordance
with BS 2972, Part 22.

9.2.2 The pH shall be between 7 and 8 in wet conditions. The insulation

shall be of water repellent quality when measured in accordance
with BS 2972, Part 2, Partial Immersion, based on the following:

a. Water depth: 6 mm.

b. Maximum absorption: 0.5 kglm2.

9.2.3 No flammable materials shall be attached to the insulation.

9.2.4 Insulation materials shall be free from asbestos and shall be

approved by the Company.

9.3 Pi~ework

9.3.1 Up to 24-in. Pipe OD

Rocksil: 150 kg/m3 or Company-approved equal.

9.3.2 Greater Than 24-in. Pipe OD

Where pipe sections are not available, radius and bevelled lags shall
be used, manufactured from paragraph 9.4 materials.
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Vessels. Exchanaer and Eaui~ment

Rocksil: LR 160 or Company-approved equal.

Vessel. Heads (Within Skirts) Valve. Flanae and Manwav Boxes

Rocksil: 128 WI or Company-approved equal.

Weather Protective Jacketing

Insulation shall be protected from weather, oil spillage, mechanical wear or
other damage by aluminium jacketing, which has an internal factory-applied
Polykraft-type moisture barrier consisting of a one-mil-thick heat laminated
polyethylene film protected by a layer of 40-pound virgin kraft paper. The
aluminium shall be 5005 or 3003 alloy with H I 4 or H I 6 temper in
accordance with ASTM B209-90.

Ancillarieg

9.7.1 Adhesive: PC 88, or Company-approved equal.

9.7.2 Sealer coat: PC 404, or Company-approved equal.

9.7.3 Adhesive sealer strip: Expandite BM100, or Company-approved

equal.

9.7.4 Expand-R-Strapping (0.6 x 40 mm), or Company-approved equal.

9.7.5 Reinforcing cloth: PC 79, or Company-approved equal.

9.7.6 Profile filler strip B.S.R Type. Grade S.E. (internal and external) to
suit cladding profile, or Company-approved equal.

9.7.7 Metal Sealant 95-55, or Company-approved equal.

Fastenina Materials

9.8.1 Wire: 1 mm and 1.6 mm austenitic

stainless steel, Type 304.

9.8.2 Banding Stainless Steel as detailed below.

(over sections):
9.8.3 Banding: 0.6-mm x 20-mm 1818 stainless steel to
A240, Type 304 for piping up to 150 mm.

0.6-mm x 25-mm stainless steel for piping

200 mm and larger and for columns, vessels,
etc.

9.8.4 Self-tapping Screws: No. 10 x 2-mm long stainless steel, Type

304 for all metal sheeting. No. 14 x 20 mm
for covers and boxes.
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9.9 Ancillarv Materials

9.9.1 There are several ancillary materials which shall be used t o ensure
that the insulation system forms an effective seal t o prevent ingress
of fluids, or for other special applications.

a. Hard Set Cements, Armour Set BD6 or Equivalent

An asbestos-free composition consisting of Portland cement

reinforced with long-graded glass silk fibres. It provides a low-
cost protective coating with a hydraulic set and gives a high
degree of mechanical protection. It should be used for sealing
ends of pipe runs at flanges (in hydrocarbon service even where
the flanges are being insulated), and shall be used over
mattresses on heat exchanger end covers, pumps, etc.

b. Sheeting Sealants

For sealing joints in metal sheeting, mastic sealants such as

Foster Elastolar Metal 95-44, or equivalent shall be used.

c. Bandages

These shall be used in areas particularly prone t o ingress of fluids

into insulation, e.g., pipe ends over armour set or sheeting in
below grade lagged drain lines. An example with good fluid
resistant properties is Evode Rok-Rap cement bandage.

10.0 INSULATION THICKNESS TABLES

10.1 Heat Conservation Thickness Table

High Density Mineral Wool.

Ambient Temperature 30°C

Wind Speed 0 Surface Film Coefficient 6 W/m2"C
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NB Pipe Insulation Thickness (mm)

Size(in .)
1I 2 25 25 40 50
314 25 25 40 50

I Equipment
Items
1 40

10.2 Personnel Protection

10.2.1 Personnel protection is required where the non-insulated wall

operating temperature is higher than 70°C and within reach of
plant personnel.

10.2.2 Personnel protection by means of insulation is not preferred on

piping and equipment operating at temperatures below 120°C or
used only intermittently as they are vulnerable t o severe
corrosion.

10.2.3 If personnel protection is required, consideration should first be

given t o the use of expanded metal shields, wire cages (see
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Attachment 41, handrailings or other physical barriers or hazard

markings instead of insulation.

10.2.4 Hot piping or equipment within 1 m of any walkway, ladder or

stairway should be protected from the bottom of these access
points up t o a height 2 m above them.

10.2.5 However, if insulation is to be used for personnel protection, the

thickness shall not be less than 25 mm. The insulation
thicknesses in 10.1 are suitable for personal protection.

1 1.0 ATTACHMENTS

I. Shell Flashing Details

2. Closure of Insulation on Pipe Ends

3. Flange and Valve Box Design

4. Flange Boxes for Personal Protection Services

5. Typical Application Detail "Tees"

6. Typical Application Detail "Reducers"

7. Acoustic Insulation by Class and Thickness

8. End Cap Design Acoustic Service Only (Vertical)

9. End Cap Design Acoustic Service Only (Horizontal)

12.0 PACKING, MARKING AND DOCUMENTATION

For all relevant requirements, refer t o the Engineering Group Specification entitled
"Packing, Marking and Documentation" (Number 0 1 5-UH-1001).
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CLOSURE OF INSULATION ON PIPE ENDS

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ATTACHMENT 3

FLANGE AND VALVE BOX DESIGN Sheet 1 of 2

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FLANGE AND VALVE BOX DESIGN Sheet 2 of 2

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ATTACHMENT 4
FLANGE BOXES FOR PERSONAL PROTECTION SERVICES
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ATTACHMENT 5

TYPICAL APPLICATION DETAIL "TEES"

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ATTACHMENT 6
TYPICAL APPLICATION DETAIL "REDUCERS"
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ATTACHMENT 7

ACOUSTIC INSULATION BY CLASS AND THICKNESS

ACOUSTIC CLASS
MATERIAL
A10 1 A1 5 I A20
Mineral Wool Thickness (mm)
120- 130 Kg/m3 40 90 90
140-150 Kg/m3 30 70 70

Metal Jacketing
Aluminium 1.0 mm N/A N/A
Aluminised Steel 0.5 mm
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0.7 mm 1.3 mm

Weather Protective Jacketing

For acoustic service, insulation shall be protected from weather, oil spillage, mechanical
wear, damage, etc. by aluminised steel.

The products shall be:

ARMCO Type 2,
or
ALUDIP BQ,
or
Company-approved equivalent.
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END CAP DESIGN ACOUSTIC SERVICE ONLY (VERTICAL)

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END CAP DESIGN ACOUSTIC SERVICE ONLY (HORIZONTAL)