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FILAMENT WINIDING * OVER GROUND PURPOSE

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ANNEX

1. GOALS & OBJECTIVE

2. DESCRIPTIONS
3. FEATURES
4. APPLICABLE INDUSTRY
5. SIZES & AVAILABILITY
6. PROPERTIES & STRUCTURAL SHAPES
7. STORAGE REQUIREMENTS
8. DESIGN CRITERA
9. BENEFITS
10. GRP COMPOSITES
11. SCOPE
12. RAW MATERIALS
13. DIMENSION CHECK BEFORE MANUFACTURING
14. PRODUCTION PROCESS
15. INSPECTION AFTER PRODUCTION
16. TEST PLAN QUALITY CONTROL
17. STATUTORY TEST/EXAMINATION CERTIFICATION
18. FABRICATION RAW-MATERIALS
19. PRODUCTION PROCESS
20. MATERIALS OF CONSTRUCTIONS
21. RAW-MATRERIALS
22. COMPOSITION
23. CONSTRUCTION METHODOLOGY
24. MANUFACTURING PROCEEDURE
25. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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GRP CYLINDRICAL VERTICAL TYPES TANKS

1. GOALS & OBJECTIVE
To manufacturing GRP Filament winding vertical types tanks are the different diameter with various
height of the storing capacity of the Water Tanks, TSE Balancing Tanks, Effluent Balancing Tanks,
Effluent Storage Tanks & other various types of tanks Design for the projects specifications.
GRP Filament winding tanks as per the specifications of the project requirements and drafted technical
methods of manufacturing and installation as deem needed necessary including all incidentals,
qualified technicians, labors, raw-materials, equipment, accredited technical resources to obtain the
highest level of standards for the manufacturing.
Product: GRP FILAMENT WOUND WINDING TANKS
Name of Project:
Sizes of the Tanks:

2. DESCRIPTIONS
GRP Filament wound tanks are designed and manufactured with low maintenance, low cost and
extreme durability in mind. The cylindrical types tanks are manufactured with filament winding
methods, these kinds of tank offer an ideal solution to many industrial problems.
Goodwin Composites fibreglass-reinforced tanks are filament-wounded on steel mandrels in our
expansive composites facilities. In the filament-winding process, resin-saturated fiberglass strands are
wound onto a rotating mandrel’s surface in a precise pattern. Mandrels are oriented either vertically or
horizontally, depending on the type and size of tank being manufactured. The structures can be
manufactured with properties that are pound-for-pound stronger than steel.

3. FEATURES
! Corrosion Resistance ! Suitable to use H2S Gas Area ! Impervious to Bacteriological growth !
Lightweight ! For use in all climates and exposure to sunlight ! High Strength! Non conductive and
Non magnetic ! Long life ! Thermally inert ! Easy installation ! Low Maintenance ! Pleasing
appearance ! Fire Retardant! Non-Toxic
4. APPLICABLE INDUSTRY
Filament-wounded fibreglass tanks are used in a wide range of industries, and are particularly suitable
in corrosive environments where other materials are not a good long-term solution. Ideal applications
for Goodwin tanks include Water storage, Liquid waste storage, Chemical storage, Corrosive chemical
storage, Food-grade liquids and also included General Industry, Marine, Offshore, Waste Water, Wet
Wells, Pulp & Paper Plants, Over Ground Area, Plating Operations & Petrochemical Plants.

5. SIZES & AVAILABILITY

GRP Filament winding tanks has the ability to manufacture fibreglass-reinforced tanks from 1000 US
gallons to 30,000 US gallons or above upon the clients requirement, to fit virtually any application. GRP
Tanks are manufacturing as per clients requirement sizes and diameter.
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6. PROPERTIES & STRUCTURAL SHAPES

The versatility achieved through the design allows for a vast array of optional extras that include such
items as properties & structural shapes are as flows:
Lightweight - less density - 20% of steel & 70% of aluminum
High Strength - stronger than structural steel
Superior dimensional stability
Electrical insulation better design advantages through excellent dielectric properties
Thermal insulation - high strength and insulating values
Corrosion resistance - harsh elements and environments
Electromagnetic transparency-greater frequency freedom of movement for radio waves & microwave

7. STORAGE REQUIREMENTS
All tanks must be vented. Filament winding tanks are design for operation at atmospheric only.
Filament winding tanks shall be capable of storing liquids with specific gravity up to 1.4.
8. DESIGN CRITERA
Internal loads & pressure
Tank shall withstand 3-5 psig hydrostatic
Pressure test with 5:1 safety factor
Tank shall be designed to support accessories such as ladder, fill pipe, drain and outlet.
9. BENEFITS
Corrosion Resistant
No rusting, peeling or flaking even under the most aggressive conditions in any part of the world.
Lightweight &Durable
Allows easy handling, cutting, fixing, lifting and installation.
Cost Effective
Extremely long life compared to metal and other plastic materials. Completely maintenance-free
High Strength And Stiffness
High glass content and continuous reinforcement, GRP products give extremely high strength and
stiffness compared to molded GRP and other engineering plastic.
High Impact Resistant & Elastic
Returns to original position without any permanent deflection or distortion within recommended
allowable loads.
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Superior UV Protection
Our integral UV protection system gives long-term shield against the damaging effects of UV rays.
Non-Conductive & Non-Interfering
Comply international electrical safety specifications. Allows transmission of radio waves. Non-
magnetic.
Low Thermal Conductivity & Expansion Rate
Will not transfer heat unlike metal. No problem of expansion under heat.
Fire Retardant
Complies to ASTM-E84 and BS 476 standards.
Easy to Joint
These permanent joints which, consist of a laminate of glass fibre mat and tissue with resin.
Predominantly use directly at job site, these types of joints guarantees safe and long-lasting
connections that accommodate all axial strengths.

10. GRP COMPOSITES

Composites (Glass Reinforced Plastic) encompass a wide range of materials and performance
characteristics. Composites are an engineering material that consists of a thermo set resin and a Fibre
reinforcement. The liquid resin is combined with the Fibre reinforcement, in the molding process, and
cures into a solid laminate. There are many types of composites resins and reinforcements and each of
these imparts specific properties to the GRP product. There are some major family groups of resin used
in composites fabrication.
Orthophthalic Polyester Resin
Isopathalic Polyester Resin
Bisphenol A Epoxy Based Vinyl Ester Resin
The polyester resins, with which we are concerned, are unsaturated polyesters, prepared from dihydric
or polyhydric alcohols reacted with a dibasic or polybasic acid (or anhydride) and dissolved in a liquid
monomer such as styrene.
If corrosion resistance, a vinyl ester resin would be a candidate. If high strength is critical, enhanced
corrosion resistance is required, elevated temperatures will be encountered or cost is an overriding
factor. The resin system is selected based on the functional and cost requirements of the product.
A number of reinforcement fibre used in composites. Glass fibre is used in over 90% of all
composites. In the realm of glass fiber, there are many “styles” of reinforcement. Depending on the
molding process and the strength requirements of the product there are many options.
Glass fibre is available in random fibre orientation in the form of chopped strand mat. Lightweight
textile fabrics, heavy woven materials, knitted fabrics and unidirectional fabrics, all of which serve
specific purposes in composite design.
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The component materials must be custom tailor to the application. Many different types of glass fibre
have been made, ‘E-Glass, ECR Glass, Woven Roving Fabric & Surface Tissue Veil’. Commonly used is ‘E’
glass or ‘ECR’ Glass. ‘E’-Glass a low alkali content borosilicate glass and ‘ECR’-Glass a High alkali
content borosilicate glass as it bends high mechanical properties with good corrosion resistance. Also
this both type of glass mat are available emulation bonded and powder bonded for the different type of
usage.
The forms of glass fibre reinforcements most commonly used in corrosion protection applications are:
Chopped strand mat consists of randomly distributed strands (usually 50mm in length, “chopped”
from continuous strands of glass fibre) bonded together to form a uniform mat.
Liquid binder, usually based on a polyvinyl acetate emulsion (E-Glass)
Liquid binder, usually based on a polyvinyl acetate emulsion (ECR-Glass)
Powder binder usually a bisphenol-polyester (E-Glass)
Direct Roving for tension member (E-Glass)
Continues Roving (ECR-Glass)
Surface Veil – Tissue Mat for Anti-Corrosion Resistance (C-Glass)
Owen Roving – Fabric (E-Glass)
All types of chopped strand mat have been used successfully in corrosion protection applications.
However, laminates based on liquid or emulsion bonded chopped strand mat have been known to be
more prone to osmotic blistering than those made with powder bonded mat especially under long
periods of chemical loading. For this reason, powder bonded mat has been preferred in chemical
resistant applications.
Surface Tissue or Veil C-Glass: Popularly known as surfacing veil or surfacing mat, this consists of thin
randomly distributed fibrous mat designed to reinforce the resin rich layer of a GRP molding in contact
with the chemical environment.
They are generally available in a range of weights, from 300 to 600 grams/M2. They are manufactured
from glass or synthetic fibre such as polyester, the latter being usually preferred as it provides a richer
polyester content corrosion resistant surface along with the resin.
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11. SCOPE
This method of statement covers the GRP Filament windings tanks manufacturing procedure
applicable to cover the project specifications, to ensure that the final production meets the
specification, an extensive control programmed is practiced & it comprises:
Raw materials control
Application process control Inspection after the production of GRP Filament winding tanks
Final control
Reference Documents
Inspection & Testing Refer to No: __________________
Title: GRP FILAMENT WINDING TANKS
To ensure that the application meets the specification
An extensive control programmed is practiced & it comprises:-
Raw materials control
Manufacturing process control
Inspection after production and installation
Final control

12. RAW MATERIALS

Properties are controlled in raw-material certified manufacturer’s laboratory
(Please refer raw-materials manufacturers data sheets)

13. DIMENSION CHECK BEFORE MANUFACTURING

The whole procedure will be surveyed and checked under the strict supervision of the technical teams
of main contractor and construction drawings.
The dimensional status of the GRP Filament winding tanks will be in accordance of the approved shop
drawings.

14. PRODUCTION PROCESS

Statistical control of gel time mixed Vinyl ester / Isopathalic Resin batches is performed by our
laboratory
Raw materials, especially and ‘C’ glass mat are visually inspected before and use the external surface of
the GRP Filament winding tanks.
Formulation and production parameters for the GRP filament winding tanks checked by our quality
control

15. INSPECTION AFTER PRODUCTION

After the production of GRP filament winding tanks, each area is inspected (visual and geometric
control) so that any deviation from standards can be immediately rectified.
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16. TEST PLAN QUALITY CONTROL

In the final stage before dispatching the fabricated GRP filament winding tanks from factory to the site
a quality analysis will be done under the strict supervision of our Quality Control officer.
A Quality Control Engineer will be overlooking entire the production process.
The entire QA/QC tests suggested by the consultant will be commenced and the result will be logged.
The recommended QC test may include.
Visual inspection: External side of the GRP Filament Winding Tanks
Cure control: Barcol Hardness
Dimensional inspection Thickness & Finishing etc.,
(Please refer our approved quality control program)

17. STATUTORY TEST/EXAMINATION CERTIFICATION

Training certification for plant and equipment operators
All our staffs are technically qualified for GRP Filament Winding Tanks so specified application training
is not required but safety induction is vital, as per site requirement.

18. FABRICATION RAW-MATERIALS

Resin
The resin system to be used is a commercial grade, unsaturated polyester resin system. It contain NO
FILLERS, DYES, PIGMENTS OR COLORANTS – as per ASTM D 3299 specifications.
Reinforcing Materials
Reinforcing materials to be used are combinations of continuous roving, chopped strand mat and
woven roving of the “E” type glass. Innermost layer in contract with the stored liquid shall be
reinforced with a surface veil of the “C” glass type.

19. PRODUCTION PROCESS

This specification will describe the Filament wound that is in accordance with ASTM D 3299 and shall
meet the performance specifications of a filament – wound tank and shall meet all applicable standards:
Standards
Standards for GRP Tank, including Manholes, Fittings, Lifting Lungs and Ladders
ASTM D 3299
ASTM D 2583
ASTM D 2584
ASTM D 4021
BS 4994
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20. MATERIALS OF CONSTRUCTIONS

GOODWIN GRP Filament Winding Tanks are made of Polyester Resin (Isopathalic Resin or Vinyl ester
Resin) system with flame retardant and ultraviolet (UV) inhibitor additives.
Standard colors are pigmented off-white or White.
An industrial grade Polyurethane coating is applied to stringers and rungs especially for outdoor
applications.
All cut or machined edges are sealed with a compatible resin.
Liner Layer
C-glass fiber is used so it has excellent non-corrosion property against chemical liquids.
Structural Layer
E-glass fibre is used and it is supporting layer of GRP joints with mechanical and physical stiffness
External Layer
It protects GRP pipe joints from aging and deformation originated from environmental factor such as
ultraviolet rays.

21. RAW-MATRERIALS
NAME OF TIEMS
Vinyl Ester Resin – MECHSTER 5310-45
Isopathalic Resin - MECHSTER 4310-45
Catalyst Methyl Ethyl Ketone Peroxide 50%
Accelerator –Cobalt Octoate 1 to 6%
E Glass Fibre Direct Roving 2400tex
ECR-GLASS, Chemical Resistance CS Mat 450
Gram/M², Emulsion Bonded Silance Treated
Surface Veil C-Glass 25 Grams/M²
Titanium D-Oxide
Pigment
Gel-Coat
MANFACTURER
Mechemco Resins (P) Ltd, Mumbai 400 613 India
Akoz Nobel Polymer Chemicals bv NL-3800
Troymax Corporation
Jushi Group Co., Ltd, Tongxiang Economic
Development Zone, Zhejiang 314500, China.
Saint Goban Vetrotex – South Africa
Plastlist Group Co., Ltd, China
Colourtech Products (P) Ltd, Bangalore – India
Mechemco Resins (P) Ltd, Mumbai 400 613 India
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22. COMPOSITION
RESIN SYSTEM 100 parts by weight
ACCELERATOR 2 part by weight
PIGMENTS 5 part by weight
CATALYST 2 parts by weight
The above mix is subject to variation due to ambient temperature and humidity
The anti corrosive GRP Filament Winding Tanks shall have approximately 90% Vinyl Ester or
Isopathalic resin in combination with C glass (surface veil).
The structural layers shall have approximately 65%-70% is Vinyl ester or Isopathalic Resin in
combination with chopped strand 450gram/M² ECR-glass mat & 2400 Tex E Glass Direct
Roving.

23. CONSTRUCTION METHODOLOGY

The Methods of GRP Filament Winding Tanks Manufacturing Procedure Guidelines are as Following
Manner:
GRP Filament Winding Tanks manufactured by filament wounded winding application methods. In
general, all profiles are reinforced by fibreglass chemical resistance mat and direct roving. Fabric
woven roving mat in the alternate application will absorbs longitudinal forces and avoid deflections.
Their structure can bear high stress.
DESIGN
GRP Construction GRP Filament Winding Tanks have a Vinyl Ester Resin matrix reaching a glass
content of 65%. The GRP Filament Winding Tanks could be produced with Vinyl Ester Resin or
Isopathalic matrix or with self-extinguishing properties. Colors are as per the specification.
SURFACE
GRP Filament Winding Tanks can additionally have a surface coating (gelcote with UV protection) to
provide an especially resin rich surface, so the profiles are UV-resistant and weather proof. The lugs
for the GRP Filament Winding Tanks are available as preassembled modules.

24. MANUFACTURING PROCEEDURE

Aboveground Cylindrical Vertical Storage tanks are single-walled, manufactured to ASTM D 3299
Standards by Filament-wound process.
The tank shell is manufactured by the process call “Filament – Winding”.
The process begins by selecting the appropriate mandrel (cylindrical mold) and applying a
separating agent (mylar film).
A resin-rich barrier is construction by winding a surface tissue and impregnating it with the
appropriate resin system conductive for the type of service the tank is intended to.
On tope of this layer, succeeding layers of hoop and helical winding patterns are constructed to
reinforce the tank against hoop and longitudinal loadings to a pre-determined thickness.
On occasions, other types of glass reinforcements are introduced to attain certain specific loading
requirements.
Cylinders produced by this process exhibit high, modulus of laminate – a property that tells the
strength of materials.
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Specific gravity of laminate is at the range of 1.5 to 1.76 g/ml.

Tank end-caps on the other-hand, is constructed by open molding process with the same laminate
construction method as the tank shell.
Tank shell and end-caps are assembled by joining it with a pre-determined stacks of a number of
glass fiber reinforcements forming the laminate joint overlays.
Required fittings are then located and fixed to the tank by hand-lay-up in strict adherence to
“GOODWIN QATAR WLL” QA/AC manual and appropriate international quality codes.
The final step is top-coatings with a UV-inhibited topcoat after passing all necessary production test.
The factory-finished tanks, stainless steel or steel lifting lugs and tie-down lugs are integrally wound
on the tank. If required, GRP tanks can also be fitted at the factory with ladders, mounts, piping,
floats, sensors, transducers, pumps, and wiring, simplifying and minimizing on-site installation.

25. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Cylindrical horizontal tanks are mounted on either concrete or metal saddles for the specific process
applications. Most suitable for those plants that have height restrictions, the horizontal tanks are
available in the form of cylindrical, vertical with flat bottom and conical top. The tanks require only
plain RCC platform with sand / bitumen surfacing for the mounting and are highly useful for bulk
storage of chemical, these are economical and occupy minimum floor space with full ground support.