MANUAL

PUMPS - TYPE SELECTION

DEP 31.29.02.11-SCAN


Based on DEP 31.29.02.11-Gen.
July 1998
(DEP Circular 30/01 has been incorporated)
This specification has been adopted for
use within Shell Canada Limited.

November 2005
DESIGN AND ENGINEERING PRACTICE



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PREFACE

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION.........................................................................................................4
1.1 SCOPE........................................................................................................................4
1.2 DISTRIBUTION, INTENDED USE AND REGULATORY CONSIDERATIONS..........4
1.3 DEFINITIONS .............................................................................................................4
1.4 CROSS REFERENCES..............................................................................................7
2. GENERAL...................................................................................................................7
2.1 BID EVALUATION ......................................................................................................7
2.2 VARIETY OF PUMPS.................................................................................................7
2.3 PROTOTYPE PUMPS................................................................................................7
2.4 OPERATING DATA ....................................................................................................8
2.5 NOISE CONTROL ......................................................................................................8
3. TYPE SELECTION.....................................................................................................8
3.1 GENERAL...................................................................................................................8
3.2 LIGHT-DUTY PUMPS.................................................................................................9
3.3 HEAVY-DUTY PUMPS...............................................................................................9
3.4 CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS FOR VITAL AND ESSENTIAL SERVICE.........................10
3.5 ALTERNATIVE DESIGNS (CENTRIFIUGAL PUMPS) ............................................12
4. DESIGN REQUIREMENTS ......................................................................................12
4.1 CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS...........................................................................................12
4.2 ROTARY POSITIVE DISPLACEMENT PUMPS ......................................................15
4.3 RECIPROCATING AND METERING PUMPS .........................................................15
5. ACCESSORIES........................................................................................................16
5.1 DRIVERS..................................................................................................................16
5.2 POWER TRANSMISSION........................................................................................17
6. REFERENCES..........................................................................................................18

APPENDICES
APPENDIX 1 Sample pump calculation sheet ..........................................................................20
APPENDIX 2 Pre-selected pump summary sheet......................................................................22
APPENDIX 3 Pump selection checker board and description of acceptable pumps.................23
APPENDIX 4 Special application considerations .......................................................................31
DATA/REQUISITION SHEET

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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 SCOPE
This DEP specifies requirements and gives recommendations for the type selection and basic
design of pumps.
This DEP is intended for pumps in vital and essential duties.
Excluded from the scope of this DEP are pumps for refrigerated product service, which are
covered by DEP 31.29.06.30-Gen.
This DEP is a revision of the DEP of the same number dated July 1998.
1.2 DISTRIBUTION, INTENDED USE AND REGULATORY CONSIDERATIONS
Unless otherwise authorized by Shell Canada Limited, the distribution of this DEP is confined to
companies forming part of the Royal Dutch/Shell Group or managed by a Group company and
to Contractors and Manufacturers nominated by them.
This DEP is intended for use in oil refineries, chemical plants, gas plants, exploration and
production facilities and, where applicable, supply/marketing installations.
When DEPs are applied, a Management of Change (MOC) process should be implemented;
this is of particular importance when existing facilities are to be modified.
If national and/or local regulations exist in which some of the requirements may be more
stringent than in this DEP the Contractor shall determine by careful scrutiny which of the
requirements are the more stringent and which combination of requirements will be acceptable
as regards safety, environmental, economic and legal aspects. In all cases the Contractor shall
inform the Principal of any deviation from the requirements of this DEP which is considered to
be necessary in order to comply with national and/or local regulations. The Principal may then
negotiate with the Authorities concerned with the object of obtaining agreement to follow this
DEP as closely as possible.
1.3 DEFINITIONS
1.3.1 General definitions
The Contractor is the party which carries out all or part of the design, engineering,
procurement, construction, commissioning or management of a project or operation of a facility.
The Principal may undertake all or part of the duties of the Contractor.
The Manufacturer/Supplier is the party which manufactures or supplies equipment and
services to perform the duties specified by the Contractor.
Principal or Purchaser is the party that initiates the project work and ultimately pays for its
design and construction. The Principal will generally specify the technical requirements. The
Principal is the party, which has accountability for critical technical decisions, which cannot be
delegated outside of Shell Canada Limited. The Head Engineer is the individual within the Shell
Canada Limited organisation responsible for the technical content of the DEP.
The word shall indicates a requirement.
The word should indicates a recommendation.
1.3.2 Specific definitions
1.3.2.1 Abrasive service
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Any service in which there is an expected wear rate of 0.1 mm per year or more, or where
particle sizes exist larger than 100 m in quantities exceeding 100 mg/kg.
1.3.2.2 Alternative design pumps
Pumps other than heavy-duty pumps and light-duty pumps.
Examples:
Specially engineered pumps, such as slurry pumps, vortex pumps, and self-priming pumps
Fire fighting pumps according to NFPA 20.
1.3.2.3 Continuous operation
Uninterrupted operation for a period of at least 24 000 hours at the specified operating
conditions.
1.3.2.4 Hazardous service
Any service in one or more of the following categories:
Category 1
Liquids containing hydrogen sulphide in concentrations above 600 mg/kg
Liquids consisting of or containing lethal substances as indicated on the data/requisition
sheets. Examples of lethal substances are HF acid, phenol, ethylene oxide and
concentrated sulphuric acid.
Category 2
Liquids consisting of or containing very toxic substances as indicated on the data/requisition
sheet. Examples of very toxic substances are benzene, toluene and MEK
Hydrocarbon liquids at an operating temperature above their auto-ignition temperature.
Category 3
Hydrocarbon liquids with a seal chamber vapour pressure, higher than 500 kPa (abs)
Hydrocarbon services of butane or lighter.
1.3.2.5 Heavy-duty pump
A pump complying with ISO 13709, ISO 13710, API 675, API 676, API 685 and/or BS 4082
class R.
NOTES: 1. API 610 is technically equivalent to ISO 13709
2. API 674 is technically equivalent to ISO 13710.
1.3.2.6 Intermittent operation
Any operation that is not classified as continuous operation. Examples are:
Pumps started up and stopped automatically at intervals by process-operated controls
Pumps started up and stopped manually for batch transfer.
1.3.2.7 Light-duty pump
Process pumps built to a standard other than those listed under heavy-duty pump, e.g., pumps
complying with DIN, CHEM, ASME/ANSI, BS 4082 class L.
1.3.2.8 Minimum continuous flow
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The greater of minimum continuous stable flow and minimum continuous thermal flow
1.3.2.9 Non-corrosive or mildly corrosive service
Streams with no corrosive elements and with a service temperature not exceeding 400 C
Streams containing sulphur compounds and naphthenic acids with an acid value in excess
of 0.5 mg KOH/g but with a service temperature not exceeding 230 C.
Streams containing sulphur compounds and naphthenic acids with an acid value up to but
not exceeding 0.5 mg KOH/g and with a service temperature not exceeding 330 C
De-aerated boiler feed water and condensate
Stripped sour water
Caustic soda at a service temperature not exceeding 50 C
Caustic soda with a concentration up to but not exceeding 10% by mass at a service
temperature not exceeding 70 C
All concentrations of lean ADIP/DEA/MEA (Sulfinol) at a service temperature not exceeding
70 C.
NOTE: See also DEP 31.29.02.30-SCAN, Appendix 1.
1.3.2.10 Vital, essential and non-essential services
These terms are defined as follows:
SAFETY
EQUIPMENT
OTHER EQUIPMENT
SERVICE CATEGORY
ESSENTIAL

VITAL
Non-spared
equipment
Spared equipment
NON-ESSENTIAL
Definition A service in which
failure of equipment
causes an unsafe
condition of the plant
or installation
resulting in jeopardy
to life and/or major
damage (fire,
explosion etc.).
A service in which
failure of equipment
renders a plant or
process unit
inoperable or
reduces
performance to a
level unacceptable to
the Principal.
A service in which
failure of equipment
renders a plant or
process unit
inoperable or
reduces
performance to a
level unacceptable to
the Principal.
All other services.
Selection
Criteria
Equipment shall be
adequately spared to
ensure 100%
availability of the
service under all
circumstances
A decision not to
install spare
equipment is based
upon economic
considerations and
proven equipment
availability. Non-
spared equipment
availability may be
upgraded by means
of additional Capex to
match required plant
availability.
Installed spare
equipment is normally
selected where
potential losses due
to equipment outage
greatly outweigh
equipment Capex.
Sparing philosophy
shall be economically
evaluated and is
typically 2x100% or
3x50%.
Economic evaluation
required to justify
spared equipment.
Driver
Selection
Criteria
Independent power
sources shall be
selected to ensure
near 100% service
availability
Independent power
sources may be
selected, for start-up
and utility availability
reasons

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SAFETY
EQUIPMENT
OTHER EQUIPMENT
SERVICE CATEGORY
ESSENTIAL

VITAL
Non-spared
equipment
Spared equipment
NON-ESSENTIAL
Examples firewater pumps
with diesel and
motor drives;
ESD systems;
EIA compressor.
HCU feed pump;
HCU recycle
compressor;
FCCU main air
compressor;
FD and ID fans.
BFW pumps;
fractionator
bottom pumps;
fresh gas
compressors
(HCU).
drinking water
pumps;
sewage pumps.
1.4 CROSS REFERENCES
Where cross-references to other parts of this DEP are made, the referenced section number is
shown in brackets. Other documents referenced by this DEP are listed in (6).

2. GENERAL
2.1 BID EVALUATION
2.1.1 Procedure
Separate datasheet exist for pumps and seals; these shall be used so that pump and seal duty
can be dealt with independently. The applicable datasheets are found in ISO13709 for
centrifugal pumps and in ISO 21049 for seals.
Initial bids for pumps shall not include the seals; the sealing method shall be evaluated and
selected separately. In a final bid the selected pump Vendor(s) shall include the selected
sealing method. The seal Vendor shall supply all hardware, seal and systems to the pump
Vendor.
2.1.2 Vendor selection
The Principal shall furnish the project with a project specific Suggested Manufacturers and
Fabricators List (SMFL). The Contractor shall make a recommendation to the Principal which
Vendors the Contractor intends to procure pumps and seals, subject to Principal approval.
If the Principal has supply agreements in place they shall be applied as a first choice. If so, the
Principal shall provide copies of these agreements to the Contractor. The Contractor shall then
comply with his responsibilities stated in the supply agreements. The use of alternative
Suppliers besides or instead of agreement holders is subject to the approval of the Principal.
2.2 VARIETY OF PUMPS
Every effort shall be made to optimise the spares stock levels needed to be kept by the
Principal by rationalising the variety of makes and types of pumps, drivers and auxiliary
equipment selected for any particular project.
This rationalisation shall be applied stringently so far as it does not interfere with the selection
of an optimal pump for the specified operating conditions.
2.3 PROTOTYPE PUMPS
In all respects selected pumps shall be within the range of the Manufacturer's proven
experience and shall not involve the use of any prototype design or components. In selecting
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equipment, care shall be taken to ensure that prospective Vendors do not exceed the ratings of
their design in their efforts to offer competitively.
2.4 OPERATING DATA
All necessary operating data shall be stated on the data/requisition sheet(s). This shall also
cover any special operating requirements such as mode of operation (parallel or series), or
operating with fluids of different properties or at different operating temperatures, or being
required to operate at or below minimum continuous flow (which will require minimum flow by-
pass features).
2.5 NOISE CONTROL
The Contractor shall comply with DEP 31.10.00.31-SCAN and thereby communicate to the
Vendor the specified equipment noise limitations by using data sheet DEP 31.10.00.94-Gen.,
which forms part of the requisition. The Contractor is responsible for assuring that these
equipment noise limitations have been specified.
The Vendor shall supply the guaranteed sound pressure and power levels for:
overall unit
pump
gearbox (if applicable)
driver
auxiliaries (if applicable)

3. TYPE SELECTION
3.1 GENERAL
Process pumps in vital service shall be of the heavy-duty (definition 1.3.2.5) type.
Process pumps in essential services may be of the light-duty (definition 1.3.2.7) type if all the
following criteria are met:
a. Discharge gauge pressure shall be not greater than 1900 kPa
b. Suction gauge pressure shall be not greater than 500 kPa
c. Pumping temperature shall be between 0 C and 150 C
d. Rotative speed shall be not greater than 3 600 r/min.
e. Rated total head shall be not greater than 120 m
f. Impeller diameter shall be not greater than 330 mm
g. Driver Nameplate power shall not exceed 55 kW (OH3), 75kW (OH1)
h. Specific gravity of the liquid shall not be less than 0.7
All other process pumps in essential services shall be of the heavy-duty type, except if this type
will not provide the required reliability and availability (24 000 hours continuous operation). In
such cases, an alternative design may be selected and the pump shall always be spared.
Examples of such cases are:
high capacity pumps, e.g., cooling water pumps
low specified capacity, < 1 m
3
/h (centrifugal pump)
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unavailability of suitable hydraulic design due to liquid properties, e.g., abrasive, clogging,
depositing
unavailability of suitable materials due to liquid properties.
Pumps in non-essential service may be of any type and shall be selected on the basis of an
economic evaluation, except if they are in hazardous services.
3.2 LIGHT-DUTY PUMPS
Pumps shall be selected from the list below and are listed in descending order of preference,
unless otherwise specified:
Single-stage centrifugal pumps:
vertical, in-line, back-pull out pumps, with bearing bracket OH3
horizontal, single suction, foot mounted, back-pull-out pumps, OH1.
Other pump types such as rotary pumps or reciprocating pumps:
These type of pumps are not covered by the specifications for light duty pumps, hence they
shall be selected only as heavy duty pump types.
3.3 HEAVY-DUTY PUMPS
Pumps shall be selected from the types given below. Within each group, the various types are
listed in descending order of preference.
Single-stage centrifugal pumps:
vertical, in-line, back-pull out pumps, OH3
horizontal, single suction, back-pull-out pumps, OH2
vertical, in-line, high-speed pumps, OH6
horizontal, double suction pumps, with impeller supported between bearings, BB1 and BB2.
NOTES: 1. Vertical, in-line rigidly coupled pumps, OH4, shall not be selected.
2. OH3 pumps are preferred, where NEMA motors are applied and if the operating conditions are within
the following limits:
a. Driver power is not greater than 75 kW
b. Rotative speed is not greater than 3 600 r/min
c. Fluid temperature is between 25 C and 200 C
d. Maximum impeller diameter - 330 mm
e. Maximum head 200 m.
Two-stage centrifugal pumps:
horizontal radially split pumps, with impellers supported between bearings, BB2.
Multi-stage horizontal centrifugal pumps, maximum 12 stages:
single casing pumps axially split, BB3
double casing pumps with inner casing axially/radially split, BB5.
NOTE: 3. Single casing radially split (ring joint) pump, BB4, shall not be applied.
Vertically suspended centrifugal pumps:
cantilever pumps, VS5 (VS4 type is not preferred and its selection is subject to the approval
of the Principal).
NOTE: 4. In considering the above pump type, the selection of horizontal self-priming pumps shall also be
evaluated.
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wet pit single-stage, VS1, VS2 or VS3
wet pit, two-stage and multi-stage, VS1, VS2 or VS3
dry pit double casing multistage pumps, VS6.
Rotary pumps:
screw pumps
gear pumps
lobe pumps
vane pumps.
Reciprocating pumps:
plunger type
diaphragm type.
3.4 CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS FOR VITAL AND ESSENTIAL SERVICE
The choice of pump depends mainly on the operating pressure, differential head, operating
temperature, volumetric flow rate, physical characteristics of the pumped liquid, suction specific
speed and NPSHA.
If more than one pump type is considered technically suitable, the final selection should be
based on a life cycle cost evaluation, taking into account standardization, efficiency, suction
specific speed, NPSH margin and minimum flow.
3.4.1 Pressure
For design pressures above 7000 kPa in hazardous service, or above 14000 kPa in
non-hazardous service, an axial split casing pump, BB3, may be used if approved by the
Principal.
3.4.2 Temperature
Axially split casings shall not be used for operating temperatures above 100 C, unless
approved by the Principal.
3.4.3 Flow
Rated flow shall be selected between 70% and 110% of best efficiency point (BEP) for the
rated impeller.
The curve shall run out at least 15% beyond the rated point.
Pumps with rated capacities of 1 000 m
3
/h or greater shall be selected within 10% of the best
efficiency point (BEP).
3.4.4 Head
All one- and two-stage pumps should be capable of a 5% increase in head via impeller
enlargement. Multistage pumps should have similar capability for head increase but alternative
methods of accomplishing this may be acceptable. Back filing of impellers for this purpose is
not allowed for new pumps. The head increase capability is not intended for expansion of the
process unit. Rather, it is intended to cover changes in hydraulic calculations between
preliminary and final. Single stage overhung pumps (type OH1, OH2 and OH3) with impellers
330 mm or larger in diameter at 3 600 r/min or greater require Principals approval.
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3.4.5 NPSH
The Net Positive Suction Head Required (NPSHR) shall be based on water [at a temperature
of less than 65 C (150 F)] at the rated flow and rated speed; no reduction or correction factors
shall be applied for other liquids.
The Net Positive Suction Head Available (NPSHA) shall exceed the Net Positive Suction Head
Required (NPSHR) by at least 1 m (3 ft.) throughout the range from minimum continuous
stable flow up to and including the rated capacity, and by 0.3 m (1 ft.) at 120% of rated flow.
For pumps in the following service:
vacuum
low temperature
boiler feed water
cooling tower water
LPG.
The Net Positive Suction Head Available (NPSHA) shall exceed the Net Positive Suction Head
Required (NPSHR) by at least 2 m (6 ft.) throughout the range from minimum continuous stable
flow up to and including the rated capacity and by 1 m (3 ft.) at 120% of rated flow.
For liquids containing dissolved gases, to avoid cavitation damage due to vapour-induced flow
path restrictions, NPSHA shall be 1.5 x NPSHR, with a minimum margin of 5 m (15 ft.) between
NPSHA and NPSHR.
The maximum impeller tip speed in sulfinol and carbonate service shall be 45 m/s; for these
services the Manufacturer shall provide evidence of successful applications in similar duties
and the Principals approval of pump selection is required.
3.4.6 Suction specific speed
The suction specific speed (S) shall be calculated by the Manufacturer from the formulae in
ISO 13709 Annex A and shall be stated in the proposal.
NOTES: 1. The SI units in the formula used to calculate suction specific speed are as follows:
rotative speed, expressed in revolutions per minute;
flow rate, expressed in cubic metres per hour;
NPSHR, expressed in metres.
2. For S in US Customary units, multiply the value in SI units (as above) by 0.8607.
In SI units, the value of S shall be 12 800 or less. Selection of pumps with S greater than
12 800 shall be subject to the approval of the Principal.
If applied, any pump, exceeding the above S limit, shall be subject to the following:
1. The Manufacturer shall indicate the stable operation range in which recirculation effect is
absent.
2. The pump shall be installed with appropriate low flow control and/or low flow protection in
order to maintain the pump in the stable operation range.
3. The pump shall be NPSH tested.
4. Shaft deflection shall be measured over the full pump operating range and/or frequency
analysis of shaft vibration in order to detect cavitation shall be done during the performance
test. During the pump performance test there shall be no sign of cavitation (either vibration
or noise) in the full operating range of the pump from minimum hydraulically stable flow to
110% of best efficiency point of the rated impeller (BEP).
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3.4.7 Physical characteristics of pumped liquid
3.4.7.1 Corrosive service and abrasive service
The impeller tip speed shall be restricted to minimise the corrosive/abrasive effects. The advice
of the pump Manufacturer, based on his experience, shall be sought in this respect.
Pumps with bearings lubricated by the pumped liquid shall not be selected.
3.5 ALTERNATIVE DESIGNS (CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS)
If operating requirements and/or liquid properties preclude the economic application of a heavy-
duty or light-duty pump, alternative designs may be offered if they have a lower life cycle cost.
The Manufacturer shall provide sufficient evidence of successful application and the selection
shall be subject to the approval of the Principal.
Alternative designs shall follow ISO 13709 design principles as far as possible.
Examples of alternative designs are:
open impeller and vortex type pumps
propeller pumps
self priming pumps
seal-less pumps: magnetic drive, canned, wet motor
lined pumps
pumps with non-metallic wetted parts.
Magnetic drive pumps shall not be selected if:
the product temperature is higher than 150 C
the power is greater than 55 kW
the service is hazardous.
Canned motor and magnetic drive pumps may be selected only if all the following are satisfied:
the product shall not contain any solid particles
the product cannot crystallise or polymerize
the product kinematic viscosity shall not be greater than 40 mm
2
/s
the temperature difference between boiling point and suction temperature shall be at least
20 C (but, subject to pump cooling design, this may be reduced if approved by the Principal)
a vapour pressure versus temperature curve is available for the full operating range
NPSH margin from 70% to 120% of flow shall be at least 2 m
maximum power 55 kW.

4. DESIGN REQUIREMENTS
4.1 CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS
Heavy-duty centrifugal pumps shall comply with DEP 31.29.02.30-SCAN.
Light-duty centrifugal pumps shall comply with the applicable industry standard.
Firewater pumps shall comply with NFPA 20.
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Some additional requirements that should be considered when specifying a centrifugal pump
are specified below.
4.1.1 Bearings
Rolling element bearings shall be applied as first choice for all services up to the criteria in
Table 3.2 in Appendix 3 of this DEP.
Pumps shall not be disassembled after test for bearing inspections, unless requested by the
Principal.
4.1.2 Lubrication
The method of bearing lubrication shall be selected from the list below in descending order of
preference, taking due account of local site considerations:
pure oil mist
purge oil mist
flooded (wet sump; ring oil)
circulating oil system
grease (not allowed for heavy duty pumps).
The design of the bearing housing and of the oil mist lubrication distribution system shall be in
accordance with DEP 31.29.00.30-SCAN.
Vertical in line pumps, type OH3, shall be supplied with pure oil mist.
If a circulating oil system is required the complete equipment train, consisting of pump, driver
and gearbox, if applicable, shall be lubricated by the system. The lube set shall be in
accordance with DEP 31.29.60.32-SCAN.
Pump circulation oil systems shall not be shared between separate equipment trains.
Grease-lubricated bearings may be used only for light duty centrifugal pumps if approved by
the Principal.
4.1.3 Mechanical seals
Mechanical seals and seal systems shall comply with DEP 31.29.00.33-SCAN. Mechanical
seals shall be selected and designed for a guaranteed 3-year operating period. Mechanical
seals shall be applied for all pumps except firewater pumps and vertical cooling water pumps.
Seals and seal systems shall be selected and engineered by the seal Manufacturer. Seals and
systems shall be evaluated and selected separate from the pump. The pump Manufacturer is
responsible for the co-ordination of engineering and installation of the selected seal and seal
system.
4.1.4 Operating temperatures
For liquid temperatures below 25 C, a vertical-type pump with a dual mechanical seal and an
isolation chamber between the pump housing and sealing chamber shall be specified, using
methanol or another suitable fluid as the buffer/barrier medium.
Vertical high-speed pumps may be offered as an alternative provided proven experience is
available.
4.1.5 Cooling
Natural convection air-cooling is the preferred method.
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The use of cooling water on the seal chamber jacket and/or bearing bracket is left to the
discretion of the pump and seal Supplier, but the ISO/API requirements for seal and bearing life
and prevailing oil sump temperatures shall be met (also for non-ISO/API pumps). If considered
necessary by the pump Manufacturer, additional pump pedestal cooling may be applied.
If cooling water is required for the bearing housing and the cleanliness of the cooling water, as
required by the pump Manufacturer, cannot be guaranteed, a circulating closed loop cooling
system with tank and cooler shall be applied.
The cooling water piping arrangement shall conform to ISO 13709, Figures B.2, B.4, B.5, B.6,
B.8 and B.9.
For pumps not supplied with circulating oil systems, bearing cooling is generally required where
the pumping temperature exceeds 200 C. When cooling is required the following shall apply:
Oil cooling coils in the lube oil sump are preferred over jacketed, water-cooled bearing
housing. Use of water-cooled bearing housings requires the approval of the Principal.
Fan cooled bearing housings are acceptable for pumping temperatures to 250 C where
liquid cooling is not available.
Individual flow indicators shall be provided on each pump's cooling system.
4.1.6 Baseplates
Baseplates shall comply with DEP 31.29.02.30-SCAN, paras. 6.3.9 and 6.3.13.
The pump and driver shall be mounted and delivered on a common baseplate.
Base plate drains shall be connected to the open drain system.
4.1.7 Vibration Monitoring System
A shaft displacement vibration monitoring system shall be provided for the following pumps:
all pumps in vital service and unspared pumps in essential service per DEP 31.29.02.30-
SCAN
pumps with hydrodynamic thrust bearings
pumps with drivers greater than 1 500 kW
pumps with drivers greater than 550 kW and speeds greater than 3 600 rpm.
Continuous vibration monitoring shall be considered in pumps in hazardous service
(para. 1.3.2.4). Pump location, seal flush system, deluge system, etc. are items to be taken into
consideration.
4.1.8 Pump Casing Vents
All centrifugal pumps require a vent on the casing and/or on the discharge line. In most
applications a vent on the discharge line is sufficient to prime the pump. Pumps that require a
casing vent are as follows:
vertical in line pumps fitted with dry gas seals. The vent should come off the stuffing box
vertical in line pumps that do not have an API seal flush Plan 13 with the connection to the
piping system above the level of the seal gland plate. As long as the pump suction valve is
open, this arrangement is self venting
horizontal pumps with suction and discharge nozzles below the center line of the pump
horizontally split multi-stage pumps.
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4.2 ROTARY POSITIVE DISPLACEMENT PUMPS
4.2.1 General
Rotary positive displacement pumps shall conform to API 676.
Some additional requirements, which should be considered when specifying a rotary pump, are
specified below.
4.2.2 Bearings
In order to keep the number of shaft seals to a minimum, rotary pumps handling clean,
abrasive-free, non-corrosive liquids with lubricating properties shall be provided with internal
bearings lubricated by the pumped liquid.
In all other cases, pumps shall be provided with oil-lubricated bearings and timing gears in
separate housings. Constant level sight feed oilers shall be provided.
Bearing selection shall be made according to para. (4.1.1) above.
4.2.3 Mechanical seals
See (4.1.3).
4.2.4 Pressure relief
A separate pressure relief valve in the discharge, inside the first block valve, shall be provided
to protect the pump and its associated piping system.
4.2.5 Baseplates
See (4.1.6).
4.3 RECIPROCATING AND METERING PUMPS
4.3.1 General
Reciprocating positive displacement pumps shall comply with DEP 31.29.12.30-SCAN.
The selected pumps shall be within the Manufacturer's actual field experience of operating
temperature, maximum working pressure, materials of construction, pump speed and pumped
liquid properties. Diaphragm pumps with direct mechanical actuation shall not be selected.
Plunger pumps shall have at least three cylinders. On high-pressure applications, more
cylinders may be required to reduce pressure pulsations.
For metering pumps, provision shall be made in the pump suction piping to facilitate capacity
measurement and flow calibration.
Some additional factors, which should be considered when specifying reciprocating pumps, are
specified below.
4.3.2 Distance pieces
Distance pieces with solid covers shall be provided with full-face gaskets.
4.3.3 Pulsation dampers
Pulsation dampers shall be used to reduce pulsations in the liquid flow entering and being
discharged from the pump. Acoustic-type pulse dampers shall be used for reciprocating pumps
whenever possible.
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Suction and discharge pulsations shall be no greater than 6% of the normal suction and
discharge pressures. These pressures shall be taken upstream of the suction pulsation bottle
and downstream of the discharge pulsation bottle.
A pulsation study may be required to correctly size and locate suppression equipment. The
following guidelines are offered as assistance in the selection of these items:
It is generally recommended that all reciprocating pumps, except for small chemical pumps
and slow glycol pumps, have pulsation equipment
Suction velocities should be held to 0.45 to 0.6 metres/second
For applications below 75 kW, consider using bladder-type pulsation bottles. Discharge
pulsation bottles shall be located immediately at the pump flange and shall include an orifice
downstream of the bottle. The orifice shall be sized to provide a 170 kPa pressure drop at
the design flow
For applications from 75 kW to 220 kW, consideration shall be given to conducting a
pulsation analysis and the use of Helmoltz filters
For applications of 220 kW and higher, a pulsation analysis shall be conducted. The Shell
Machinery Engineer shall review the results
Suction lines between the suction vessel and the pump shall be kept as short as possible to
minimize acceleration head loss.
4.3.4 Pressure relief
See (4.2.4). Diaphragm pumps shall have an internal relief valve on the hydraulic drive system;
this valve shall not be used as a protection device for the process side of the pump.
All other reciprocating pumps shall have a separate external pressure relief valve in the
discharge, inside the first block valve, to protect the pump and its associated piping system.
4.3.5 Baseplates
See (4.1.6).
4.3.6 Diaphragms
Pump diaphragms shall be of the double diaphragm type. Diaphragm failure indication shall be
provided.
5. ACCESSORIES
5.1 DRIVERS
Pumps may be driven by electric motors, steam turbines, gas turbines or internal combustion
engines according to application, location, fuel, availability and economics. The required type of
driver shall be indicated in the data/requisition sheet.
5.1.1 Electric motors
Electric motors shall be in accordance with SCAN STD. 15-2.11 or 15-2.12. The electric motors
on OH3 pumps shall have pure oil mist lubricated bearings, unless otherwise specified by the
Principal.
Horizontally mounted TEFC motors shall be supplied with pure oil mist. WPII motors shall have
oil ring lubrication without oil mist.
5.1.2 Steam turbines
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Steam turbines shall be selected in accordance with DEP 31.29.60.10-SCAN and shall comply
with DEP 31.29.60.30-SCAN or DEP 31.29.60.31-SCAN, as applicable.
The entire driver installation is subject to the approval of the Principal.
The application of steam turbines for standby duties should be avoided. If steam turbines are
used for standby services, oil-misted antifriction bearings should be considered.
Vertical turbines shall not be used without the approval of the Principal.
5.1.3 Gas turbines
Gas turbines shall be selected in accordance with DEP 31.29.70.11-Gen. and shall comply with
DEP 31.29.70.31-Gen.
5.1.4 Internal combustion engines
Internal combustion engines shall comply with EEMUA 107 if located in a Zone 1 or Zone 2
hazardous area.
5.1.5 Rating of drivers
In view of possible operation on heavier or more viscous liquids, e.g. during start-up, electric
motor drivers should be capable of developing adequate starting torque to handle such cases.
The sizing of driver power for operation on water during commissioning shall be specified only,
if this type of operation is imperative for plant pre-commissioning and start-up.
For small, low power pumps seal losses assuming dual pressurised seal(s) shall be taken into
account.
5.2 POWER TRANSMISSION
Order of preference:
Direct drive shall be selected whenever possible
Gearbox
VFD or VSDS shall be selected if a variation in speed demand is specified for electric motor
drivers
Belt drives shall not be used for centrifugal pumps in vital or essential service.
5.2.1 Gear units
Gear units in essential unspared service above 750 kW shall comply with DEP 31.29.00.32-
SCAN.
5.2.2 Couplings
Couplings for pumps shall be of the forged steel, flexible disc/membrane or diaphragm type
with spacers, unless the Principal approves alternative designs and/or materials.
Flexible membrane couplings for steam turbine drivers shall not lose transmission capability
upon membrane failure.
Couplings for pumps shall be in accordance with DEP 31.29.00.36-SCAN.
5.3 INSTALLATION
Pumps shall be installed in accordance with SCAN STD. 11-3.01.
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6. REFERENCES
In this DEP, reference is made to the following publications:
NOTES: 1. Unless specifically designated by date, the latest edition of each publication shall be used, together
with any amendments/supplements/revisions thereto.
SHELL STANDARDS
Rotating Equipment - Installation, Checkout and Testing SCAN STD. 11-3.01
Large Electric Motors - Manufacturing SCAN STD. 15-2.11
Small Electric Motors - Manufacturing SCAN STD. 15-2.12
Noise control DEP 31.10.00.31-SCAN
Data/requisition sheet for equipment noise limitation DEP 31.10.00.94-Gen.
Oil mist lubrication systems DEP 31.29.00.30-SCAN
Petroleum and natural gas industries - high-speed special-
purpose gear units (amendments/supplements to ISO 13691)
DEP 31.29.00.32-SCAN
Shaft sealing systems for centrifugal and rotary pumps
(amendments/supplements to API 682)
DEP 31.29.00.33-SCAN
Flexible Couplings DEP 31.29.00.36-SCAN
Centrifugal pumps (amendments/supplements to ISO 13709) DEP 31.29.02.30-SCAN
Centrifugal submerged motor pumps (in refrigerated product or
pressurised storage service)
DEP 31.29.06.30-Gen.
Reciprocating positive displacement pumps and metering
pumps (amendments/supplements to API 674 and API 675)
DEP 31.29.12.30-SCAN
Steam turbines, selection, testing and installation DEP 31.29.60.10-SCAN
General-purpose steam turbines (amendments/supplements to
API Std 611)
DEP 31.29.60.30-SCAN
Special-purpose steam turbines (amendments/supplements to
API Std 612)
DEP 31.29.60.31-SCAN
Lubrication, shaft-sealing and control oil systems and
auxiliaries for petroleum, chemical and gas industry services
(amendments/supplements to API 614)
DEP 31.29.60.32-SCAN
Combustion gas turbines (amendments/supplements to
API 616)
DEP 31.29.70.31-SCAN
AMERICAN STANDARDS
Positive displacement pumps, reciprocating API 674
Positive displacement pumps, controlled volume API 675
Positive displacement pumps, rotary API 676
Sealless centrifugal pumps for petroleum, heavy duty
chemical, and gas industry services
API 685
Issued by
American Petroleum Institute,
Publications and Distribution Section.
1220 L Street NW,
Washington, DC 20005, USA

Specification for Horizontal End Suction Centrifugal Pumps for ASME B73.1
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Chemical Process
Specification for Vertical In-line Centrifugal Pumps for
Chemical Process
ASME B73.2
Issued by
American Society of Mechanical Engineers
345 East 47th Street
New York NY 10017
USA

Centrifugal fire pumps NFPA 20
Issued by
National Fire Protection Association,
One Batterymarch Park,
P.O. Box 9101
Quincy, MA 02269-9101
USA

BRITISH STANDARDS
External dimensions for vertical in-line centrifugal pumps BS 4082
Issued by
British Standards Institution,
389 Chiswick High Road,
London W4 4AL,
England

Recommendations for the protection of diesel engines for use
in zone 2 hazardous areas
EEMUA 107
Issued by:
Engineering Equipment and Materials Users Association.
45 Beech Street
London EC2Y 8AD
England.

INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS
Centrifugal pumps for petroleum, petrochemical and natural
gas industries
ISO 13709
Shaft sealing for centrifugal and rotary pumps ISO 21049
Issued by:
Central Secretariat of ISO
1, rue de Varemb
Case postale 56
1211 Geneva 20
Switzerland.

+Copies can also be obtained from national standards organisations


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APPENDIX 1 Sample pump calculation sheet

Table 1.1 Pumps Design Pump Calculation Sheet (SI Units)
LOCATION_____________________________________ UNIT #_______________________________________ PAGE ___ OF ___
SERVICE ________________________________________________________________ Gr. _______________ DATE____________
PUMP NO. _____________________________________













CASE 1 2 CASE 1 2
liquid description discharge line loss
liquid pumped @ 16 C m
3
/h line # ___________________________ kPa
pumping temperature C ________________________________ kPa
viscosity at 93 C mPa s ________________________________ kPa
viscosity at pumping temp mPa s ________________________________ kPa
true vapour pr @ 38 C kPa ________________________________ kPa
true vapour pr @ p t (Pvp) kPa ________________________________ kPa
Deg. API at 16 C TOTAL kPa
specific gravity at 16 C discharge pressure
specific gravity at p t delivery pressure kPa
expansion factor = sg @ 16 C static head (max.) kPa
sg @ p t total line loss kPa
normal capacity = p control valves kPa
m
3
/h @ 16 C x exp. factor m
3
/h p exchangers kPa
rated capacity = p furnaces kPa
normal capacity x 115% m
3
/h p orifices kPa
minimum capacity m
3
/h p kPa
suction line loss
line # ___________________________ kPa
________________________________ kPa total discharge pressure kPa
________________________________ kPa (static)
________________________________ kPa static head (min.) m
h = kPa TOTAL kPa
SG x g (hf) m differential pressure
suction pressure discharge pressure (static) kPa
origin pressure (p1) kPa suction pressure (static) kPa
static head (min.) (hs) m total pump p kPa
total line loss kPa = m
suction pressure (static) kPa NPSH available m
static head (max.) kPa
NPSHA: Power

hydr =
Q x p
367 g

kW
(P1 - Pvp)
Sp. Gr. @ PT x g
+ hs - hf
m
brake =
hydr hp
% eff

kW

P1 = Origin Pressure Typical Efficiency = 75%
Pvp = True Vapour
Pr @ PT

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Table 1.2 Pumps Design Pump Calculation Sheet (Customary Units)
LOCATION_____________________________________ UNIT #_______________________________________ PAGE ___ OF ___
SERVICE ________________________________________________________________ Gr. _______________ DATE____________
PUMP NO. _____________________________________








CASE 1 2 CASE 1 2
liquid description discharge line loss
liquid pumped @ 60 F b/d line # ____________________________ psi
pumping temperature F _________________________________ psi
viscosity at 200 F cs _________________________________ psi
viscosity at pumping temp cs _________________________________ psi
true vapour pr @ 100 F psia _________________________________ psi
true vapour pr @ p t psia _________________________________ psi
deg. APi at 60 F total psi
specific gravity at 60 F discharge pressure
specific gravity at p t delivery pressure psia
expansion factor = sg @ 60 F static head (max.) psi
sg @ p t total line loss psi
normal capacity = p control valves psi
b/d @ 60 F x 0.0292 x exp. factor USGPM p exchangers psi
rated capacity = p furnaces psi
normal capacity x 115% USGPM p orifices psi
minimum capacity USGPM p psi
suction line loss
line # ____________________________ psi
_________________________________ psi total discharge pressure psia
_________________________________ psi (static)
_________________________________ psi static head (min.) feet
h = 2.31 x psi TOTAL psi
SG (hf) feet differential pressure
suction pressure discharge pressure (static) psia
origin pressure (P1) psia suction pressure (static) psia
static head (min.) (hs) psi total pump p psi
total line loss psi = feet
suction pressure (static) psia NPSH available feet
static head (max.) psi
NPSHA: POWER

hydr =
USGPM x P
1714

hhp
(2.31) (P1 - Pvp)
Sp. Gr. @ PT
+ hs - hf feet brake =
hydr hp
% eff
bhp

P1 = Origin Pressure Typical Efficiency = 75%
Pvp = True Vapour
Pr @ PT


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APPENDIX 2 Pre-selected pump summary sheet

Table 2.1 Pre-selected pump summary sheet

VENDOR: PAGE
___OF___
Item No.
Spec. No.
Service
Capacity - USGPM
Diff. Head - ft.
NPSHA - ft.
Hyd hp
Pump type
Model No.
No. of stages (cyl)
Speed rpm
Imp. Dia-in (bore) / / / / / /
Imp. Dia-max/min
NPSHR ft
Accln head - ft.
Effy at rated pt
Hp rated/max / / / / / /
Driver hp
Driver Spec. No.
Mtl code case/int / / / / / /
Seal
Seal code
Curve no.
Notes
CONTRACTOR:___________________JOB NO.: _________________ SHELL CANADA LIMITED
FOR: ___________________________SITE: ____________________
UNIT: ___________________________
DATE: __________________________REVISION: _______________

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APPENDIX 3 Pump selection checker board and description of acceptable pumps
3.1.0 STANDARD "ANSI" CHEMICAL TYPE PUMPS (OH1)
This includes horizontal end suction metallic centrifugal pumps, including self-priming pumps.
Pumps manufactured in accordance with ASME B73.1 are preferred. Non-metallic pumps,
which are not covered by this Appendix, shall be considered only when metallic pumps are not
suitable.
Application Guide:
Flow at 3 600 rpm 120 m
3
/h
Head at 3 600 rpm to 120 m
Temperature to 150 C
Suction Pressure to 500 kPa
Speed to 3 600 rpm
Power at 3 600 rpm to 75 kW
Max. Impeller Diameter 330 mm
3.2.0 CHEMICAL PUMPS, VERTICAL IN LINE (OH3)
This includes single-stage centrifugal pumps with vertical shaft, having suction and discharge
nozzles in-line. Pumps manufactured in accordance with ASME B73.2 are preferred but not
required.
Vertical in-line pumps with bearing brackets are required.
Application Guide:
Flow at 3 600 rpm to 120 m
3
/h
Head at 3 600 rpm to 120 m
Temperature to 150 C
Suction Pressure to 500 kPa
Speed to 3 600 rpm
Power at 3 600 rpm to 55 kW
Max. Impeller Diameter 330 mm
Note: The use of this style of pump requires Oil Mist Lubrication or Sealed Greased for Life Bearings. Oil sump
lubrication with a pumping ring is not permitted
3.3.0 REFINERY PROCESS OVERHUNG CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS (OH2,OH3)
This includes horizontal, overhang, single-stage, single-suction, closed impeller pumps meeting
the requirements of ISO13709 Pumps shall be centreline mounted. In-line pumps are preferred
where they apply.
Overhung two-stage or overhung double-suction pumps shall not be used because of bearing
and shaft deflection problems.
The following guidelines are intended to indicate general limits within which these pumps may
be applied. Limits may be decreased or increased depending upon such factors as materials of
construction. Special designs are available which would permit higher pressures, steam
jacketing for pumps handling molten sulphur, etc.
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Application Guide:
Vertical In-Line Bearing Bracket Pumps (OH3)

Flow at 3 600 rpm to 120 m
3
/h
Head at 3 600 rpm to 200 m
Temperature -25 to 200 C
Suction Pressure to 1 725 kPa
Speed to 3 600 rpm
Power at 3 600 rpm to 75 kW

Horizontal Single Stage Centreline Mounted (OH2)

Flow at 3 600 rpm to 340 m
3
/h
Head at 3 600 rpm to 200 m
at 1 800 rpm to 150 m
Temperature to 425 C
Suction Pressure to 1 725 kPa
Speed to 3 600 rpm
Power at 3 600 rpm to 200 kW
3.4.0 DOUBLE-SUCTION, RADIALLY SPLIT CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS (BB2)
This includes horizontal, between bearings, one and two stage, double-suction, radially split,
centreline mounted, closed impeller pumps meeting the requirement of API 610. Overhung,
double-suction centrifugal pumps shall not be used.
These are used in high and cryogenic temperature services handling volatile, flammable
products.
Application Guide:
Flow at 3 600 rpm 200 to 2 000 m
3
/h
Head at 3 600 rpm 75 to 400 m
Temperature to 425 C
Suction Pressure to 4200 kPa*
Speed to 3 600 rpm*
Power at 3 600 rpm to 2 000 kW*
*Nominal values. For specific design, higher values are possible.
3.5.0 SINGLE-STAGE GEARED HIGH SPEED CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS (OH6)
This includes single-stage, high-speed (nominal 3 600 rpm or higher) pumps and ones which
are designed for low flow/high head applications, normally orientated as a vertical shaft in-line
pump; with pump gear and driver assembled as one unit. Pumps should be purchased in
accordance with API 610 as applicable.
Application Guide:
Flow to 95 m
3
/h
Head to 1 500 m
Temperature to 200 C
Suction Pressure to 3 000 kPa
Speed to 3 600 rpm
Power to 300 kW
3.6.0 HORIZONTAL MULTI-STAGE PUMPS (BB3 & BB5)
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Normally, these pumps are used for high heads and high flows, where single-stage pumps will
not meet conditions. Pumps should be purchased in accordance with API 610 as applicable.
Included configurations are:
multi-stage centrifugal, closed impellers, between bearings, radially split (double case, or
barrel); and,
multi-stage centrifugal, closed impellers, between bearings, axially or axially split, either
volute or diffuser.
Performance envelopes for the aforementioned bullets are shown on Fig. 3-1.
3.7.0 VERTICAL TURBINE PUMPS
This includes vertical turbine pumps with one or more stages, either with or without suction
barrel. They are generally used where one or more of the following conditions exist:
medium head, high flow conditions;
limited NPSH available, so need to lower elevation of first stage impeller; and,
suction source liquid level is below the pump mounting elevation.
The general flow-head coverage envelope is shown in Fig. 3-1. The actual limits of application
are variable, depending upon such factors as temperature and the materials of construction.
This type of pump is available for either process or ground water services and is available in a
wide range of sizes and number of stages.
3.8.0 DOUBLE SUCTION AXIALLY SPLIT CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS (BB1)
This is a large capacity pump for water and other non-process services and include double
suction, between bearings, closed impeller, axially split, normally foot-mounted pumps.
Application Guide:
Flow 20 to 15 000 m
3
/h
Head at up to 2 500 m
3
/h to 80 m
at up to 10 000 m
3
/h to 50 m
at up to 20 000 m
3
/h to 40 m
Temperature to 95 C
Suction Pressure to 350 kPa
Speed to 1 800 rpm
Power to 3 000 kW
3.9.0 SUMP PUMPS (VS4 AND VS5)
This includes single-stage vertical centrifugal pumps for sump or tank services, with separate
discharge pipe. Pump shafts shall have steady bearings. In general, submersible sump pumps
should be avoided.
Application Guide:
Flow at 3 600 rpm 5 to 35 m
3
/h
Head at 3 600 rpm to 40 m
Temperature to 80 C
Speed to 3 600 rpm
Power at 3 600 rpm to 37 kW
These guidelines are intended to indicate general limits within which these pumps may be
applied. Application of pumps beyond these limits needs to be evaluated with proper
engineering judgement.
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3.10.0 METERING PUMPS
Adjustable flow, positive displacement pump, of either plunger or diaphragm construction.
Diaphragm construction shall be specified if available. Flow shall be continuously adjustable
from pump maximum capacity to as close to no flow as possible.
Application Guide:
Flow to 3.5 m
3
/h
Discharge Pressure to 24 000 kPa
Temperature to 95 C
Suction Pressure no limit, except must always be at least 140 kPa less than discharge
pressure
Speed 95 strokes/min. maximum and not higher than 80% of the
Manufacturer's published maximum speed
Power to 7.5 kW
The previously noted guides cover the normal limits of simplex and duplex units, and will cover
most metering pump applications. Special metering pumps are available for higher flows and
for higher pressures.
For metering applications requiring flows above 2.0 m
3
/h at pressures less than 10 000 kPa
where metering is automatically controlled by process, centrifugal pumps and control valves
shall be considered as an alternate.
3.11.0 POWER FRAME RECIPROCATING PUMPS
This includes power frame with crankshaft, two or more cylinders, either plunger or piston type,
with or without integral reduction gear. Plungers shall be specified unless the service requires
piston type and should be used where constant flow with variable discharge pressure is
required, or where discharge pressures which are higher than those normally attainable with
centrifugal pumps are required. For services which can be satisfied by both centrifugal and
reciprocating pumps, centrifugal pumps are preferred. Centrifugal pumps are normally less
expensive and require less maintenance.
Application Guide:
Flow to 220 m
3
/h
Discharge Pressure to 68 000 kPa
Temperature to 250 C
Suction Pressure no limit, except must always be at least 140 kPa less than discharge
pressure
Speed 20% to 70% of the Manufacturer's published maximum speed
Power to 500 kW
3.12.0 SCREW PUMPS
This includes double rotor pumps. Idling screws may be either directly driven or timing gear
driven when pumping lubricating liquids, but shall always be driven by external timing gears
when pumping non-lubricating liquids such as water or low sulphur fuel oil.
The following application guide is for heavy-duty double rotor, externally timed, opposed flow
pumps.
Application Guide:
Flow to 1 000 m
3
/h
Discharge Pressure to 10 000 kPa
Temperature to 350 C
Suction Pressure to 3 500 kPa
Viscosity to 30 000 cSt
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Speed to 1 800 rpm
Power to 750 kW
The previously outline limits are only general guidelines, because of the parameters, and the
pump construction features such as bearing span, are interrelated. The Sellers must be
consulted for proper application.
Single-rotor, triple-rotor, and other than heavy-duty, double rotor, externally timed screw pumps
are considered "special", and must have the concurrence of the managing Contractor before
the solicitation of bids.
3.13.0 GEAR PUMPS
This includes rotary positive displacement pumps with externally meshing gears (gears may be
straight tooth or herringbone design). These pumps are primarily used in lube or fuel oil service.
Application Guide:
Flow to 1 000 m
3/
h
Discharge Pressure to 3 500 kPa (1 000 MPa)
Temperature to 350 C
Suction Pressure to 1 500 kPa
Viscosity to 1 000 000 Mpa
Speed to 375 kW
Power to 375 kW
The limits previously shown are only general guidelines, because all the parameters and the
pump construction features such as bearing span are interrelated. The pump sellers must be
consulted for proper application.
Other gear pumps such as those with internally meshing gears must be considered individually
as the need arises, using proper engineering judgement.
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Table 3.1 Design Limits for different styles of Centrifugal Pump
PUMP
TYPE
DUTY PRESSURE
Bar
HEAD
m
TEMP
o
C
FLOW
m
3
/hr
POWER
kW
SPEC
GRAV
SPEED
rpm
IMPELLER
DIAMETER
mm
COMMENTS
Light Duty
OH1 75
1

OH3 55


Any
Ps <5
Pd<19
120 0 -150 120
1


>.7
1
3 600 330
Latest ed. allows
use of light duty
pumps in
hydrocarbon
service

Heavy Duty
OH2 Any 425
1
340
1
200
1
3 600
OH3 Any
200
-25 to
200

75

3 600 330

OH6 Any 1500
1
-25
to 200

300
1

BB1 Any 70
2
100
2
2 000
1
2 000
1 - 3
BB2 Any 2 000
1
2 000
1 - 3
BB3

Hazardous
Service
70
2
100
2

BB3

Non
Hazardous
Service
140
2
100
2

BB5 Any
VS5 Any 40 150 35 37 3 600 330 For Sump Pump
Applications


Notes:
1 Shell Canada requirement
2 Above this level needs approval by the Principal
3 At 3 600 rpm

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Table 3.2 Pump Bearing and Lubrication System Selection
Rolling
Element
Radial
Bearing
Hydro
dynamic
Radial
Bearing
Rolling
Element
Thrust
Bearing
Hydro
dynamic
Thrust
Bearing
Circulatin
g (Flood)
Oil
System
Pressurized
Lube Oil
System
Pump Radial Bearing (d+D)/2xN < 500 000 Pump Thrust Bearing (d+D)/2xN < 500 000
d
e
< 4 000 000 (API 610 Para. 5.10.1.1)
X
X
Pump Radial Bearing (d+D)/2xN > 500 000 Pump Thrust Bearing (d+D)/2xN < 500 000
d
e
< 4 000 000 (API 610 Para. 5.10.1.1)

X X
If Driver has
Circ Syst

Pump Radial Bearing (d+D)/2xN > 500 000 Pump Thrust Bearing (d+D)/2xN > 500 000
d
e
< 4 000 000 (API 610 Para. 5.10.1.1)

X X X
d
e
> 4 000 000 (API 610 Para. 5.10.1.1)
X X X
Pump Bearing d > 150 mm (DEP 31.29.02.30-SCAN Para. 5.10.1.3d)
X X X
Multistage Horizontal Pump > 300 KW (DEP 31.29.02.30-SCAN Para. 5.10.1.3e)
X X X
Pumps @ 3 600 rpm & > 550 KW (d
e
= 1 980 000)
X X X
Pumps in vital service and unspared pumps in essential service (DEP 31.29.02.30-SCAN
Part III)

X X X

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Figure 3-1 Pump Selection Chart


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APPENDIX 4 Special application considerations
4.1.0 INTRODUCTION
4.1.1 Scope
These comments are intended to assist in specifying and selecting pumps for special
applications.
4.1.2 FCCU Slurry
4.1.2.1 It is good practice to use a case with a replaceable liner to minimise erosion damage to the
main casting. The liners should be made from a hard material or coated with tungsten carbide,
stellite or other hard material.
4.1.2.2 It is also good practice to use:
tungsten carbide coated impellers
tungsten carbide wear rings with flushing
a stationary metal bellows seal with two hard faces and a clean external flush
a 12% chrome throat bushing with flushing
maximum operating speed of 1 800 rpm.
Also:
consider a variable speed drive unit to provide capacity control without the need for a control
valve
no vent or drain connections in the casing
consideration should be given to installing a strainer ahead of the pump.
4.2.0 VACUUM BOTTOMS
4.2.1 General
The case shall be vented back to the vapour space of the suction vessel.
4.2.2 General
Tandem stationary metal bellows seal with hard faces and a steam quench shall be specified.
4.3.0 LPG AND OTHER LIGHT PRODUCTS
4.3.1 General
4.3.1.1 Vent the case back to the vapour space of the suction vessel.
4.3.1.2 Connect the drain to the flare header.
4.3.1.3 Specify a sliding elastomer o-ring tandem type seal.
4.3.1.4 Include a pressure switch to shut down the pump and sound an alarm in the event of a seal
failure.
4.3.1.5 Vents and drains shall have two valves in series.

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4.4.0 PUMPS IN SERIES
4.4.1 General
4.4.1.1 The pressure rating of the casing of the second pump should be high enough to withstand the
pressure obtained with both pumps running at shutoff or else relief valves shall be installed to
limit pressure build-up.
4.4.1.2 When there is a long line between the pumps, use a time delay to prevent tripping due to
transients when starting the second pump.
4.5.0 PIPELINE PUMPS
4.5.1 General
4.5.1.1 Mainline pipeline pumps normally utilise carbon steel case, high efficiency, horizontal,
API 610-type pumps. For large volume units (8-10 in. and larger discharge), single-stage,
side-suction, side-discharge, horizontally split case pumps with double suction impellers and
twin volute cases are commonly used in series to meet the head requirements. The old style,
two-stage horizontally split case pumps with the external crossovers, can occasionally meet
new pipeline applications. These old design units are not generally offered because they are
extremely expensive to manufacture. For smaller volumes, horizontal split case multi-stage
units are commonly used. Very high pipeline pressures may require the use of a multi-stage,
vertically split, "barrel pump".
4.5.1.2 Pipeline applications frequently require taking suction from a storage tank operating with a
minimum tank liquid level. Vertical, multi-stage "can"-type booster pumps are used to meet the
limited NPSHA (usually zero) and provide the mainline pumps with 345 to 520 kPa suction
pressure.
These booster pumps also utilise a carbon steel outer case, discharge head, multi-stage and
very low NPSHR first-stage impellers.
4.5.1.3 The series pumps requirements given in sub-section 4.2 also apply to pipeline pumps.
4.6.0 SPARE PUMPS AND AUTOMATIC START-UP
4.6.1 General
4.6.1.1 All spare pumps handling materials over 175 C or high-pour point material should be kept ready
for instantaneous service by heating or by circulating a small stream of hot product through the
pump. This can be accomplished by using a warm up line from downstream of the discharge
check valve to the bottom of the pump casing. It is important to heat the entire pump case to
maintain pump-driver alignment.
4.6.1.2 Spare pumps in the following types of service shall usually be equipped to start automatically
on failure of the normal service pumps:
plant fuel pumps
furnace charge pumps
steam generator circulating pumps
cooling water pumps
surface condenser hot-well pumps

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boiler feedwater pumps
lube oil and seal pumps
firewater pumps
pumps removing product from accumulators in compressor suction systems
reflux pumps in certain fractionating column - these shall be designated by Shell after the
mechanical flow diagrams are sufficiently developed
deaerator charge pumps
glycol circulation
seal and flushing liquid, circulating pumps.
4.6.1.3 The means of initiating automatic start-up, whether by low pump discharge pressure, or by low
voltage in the power supply, cannot be specified in advance, but shall be determined in
conference between the Purchaser and the Contractor.
4.6.1.4 In some cases, both the spare and normal pumps shall require automatic start-up using a
selective control switch or other suitable scheme.
4.7.0 SULPHUR PUMPS
4.7.1 Pit Installation
Where possible, sulphur pumps should be vertical API 610 VS4 or VS5 mounted above a
sulphur pit.
4.7.1.1 The mechanical seal should be a dual segmented design.
4.7.1.2 The line bearings shall be bronze or cast iron.
4.7.1.3 The pump casing and discharge line shall be steam jacketed.
4.7.1.4 A coating should be applied on the outside of the pump casing and discharge line to prevent
corrosion that can occur in the vapour space above the sulphur level in the pit.
4.7.2 Horizontal Installation
Where a pit does not exist, pumps should be a single stage API-610 Pump (OH2).
4.7.2.1 The seal should be a stationary metal bellows seal with two hard faces.
4.7.2.2 A Plan 11 flush should be installed. Flush lines shall be heat traced and insulated.
4.7.2.3 The pump casing shall be steam jacketed and insulated.
4.7.2.4 The pump seal chamber shall be steam jacketed.
4.7.3 General
The maximum speed of sulphur pumps shall be 1 800 rpm.
NOTES: 1. The optimum temperature for pumping sulphur is 149 C. Sulphur undergoes an exponential increase in
viscosity at 158 C and solidifies at 128 C. These temperatures vary depending on impurities and gas
content. Heat is generated in bearing and seals as well as in the impellers. This needs to be taken into
account when designing the steam jacket system, insulation, heat tracing, and pumping system.
2. Hot water/glycol mixtures have also been used very successfully in place of steam jacketing.

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4.8.0 SUMP PUMPS
4.8.1 General
4.8.1.1 Sump pumps should be API VS4 or VS5, vertically suspended. Self priming arrangements have
proved to be troublesome and should be avoided.
4.8.1.2 The mechanical seal should be a segmented carbon bushing.
4.8.1.3 If particulates or other debris are expected in the sump the bearings shall be metal (bronze or
cast iron). Grease or other external fluid lubrication should be considered if large amounts of
debris are expected.
Data/requisition sheet (cont. sheet) for Contr. Job No. :
EQUIPMENT NOISE LIMITATION MESC No. :
Type of equipment Mechanical Power: kW
Supplier / Manufacturer Speed: r / min
Type no. Size I x b x h: m
1. GENERAL
This requisition covers the noise limits of the equipment, given below.
2. NOISE LIMITS TO BE MET BY THE EQUIPMENT
The noise generated by the equipment shall not exceed the more stringent of the noise limits given in the table below, for
any of the conditions of operation for which the equipment may normally be expected to be used.
Lp is the maximum sound pressure level, in dB re 20 Pa, for the mode of operation indicated at any location at 1 m from
the equipment surface or operator position, if specified..
Lw is the maximum sound power level, in dB re 1 pW, for the mode of operation indicated.
If the equipment generates noise with tonal or impulsive components, the limits shall be taken 5 dB(A) more stringent.
Noise levels will be verified according to the following standards: ISO 3740 series, ISO 11200 series or ISO 9614.
3. INFORMATION TO BE SUBMITTED WITH THE TENDER
This noise data sheet shall be returned with the tender and with guaranteed noise data filled in.
Supplier shall state which add-on silencing measures were taken to meet the noise requirements.
Where applicable the completed silencer and/or acoustic enclosure data requisition sheet shall also be returned
(see DEP 31.10.00.95-Gen. and DEP 31.10.00.96-Gen.)
Equipment a b Remarks
items/locations Noise
Total limit
63 125 250 500 1 2 4 8
Hz Hz Hz Hz kHz kHz kHz kHz dB (A) dB (A) Silencing measures
Lp
Lw
Lp
Lw
Lp
Lw
LP
Lw
Lp
Lw
Lp
Lw
Lp
Lw
Lp
Lw
Purchaser shall indicate:
- In column "b", the A-weighted sound pressure/power limit
- In column "a" using the appropriate number, which of the following applies to the required noise levels:
1) without acoustic provisions
2) with acoustic provisions
3) special low-noise design
4) suppliers best estimate, not necessarily guaranteed
5) ..
Sheet no. continued on sheet no.
Eng. by: Equipm. No.
Principal: Req. No.
DEP 31.10.00.94-Gen., sheet 1, 08/03
Sound pressure/power levels guaranteed by supplier in dB
(upper tolerance + 0 dB)
Un-weighted octave-band levels