Steam Boiler Spec.

STEAM BOILERS, PIPEWORK &
ACCESSORIES
SPECIFICATIONS
R.W. Armstrong & Associates
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STEAM BOILERS, PIPEWORK & ACCESSORIES
INDEX
1.0
1.1
1.2
2.0
2.1
2.3
2.4
2.5
2.6
2.7
2.8
2.9
2.10
2.11
2.12
3.0
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
3.5
3.6
3.7
3.8
3.9
GENERAL ............................................................................................................................2
WORK INCLUDED...........................................................................................................2
REFERENCE ...................................................................................................................2
PRODUCT............................................................................................................................2
BOILER CHARACTERISTICS (STEAM) ........................................................................2
STEAM BOILER TRIM .....................................................................................................4
BURNER AND CONTROLS ............................................................................................4
DE-AERATED FEED WATER TANK. .............................................................................7
MAKE UP VALVE AND CONTROLLER..........................................................................8
CONTROL PANEL (DE-AERATOR) ...............................................................................9
DUPLEX WATER SOFTENER FOR STEAM BOILERS MAKE UP .............................10
CHEMICAL FEED SYSTEMS AND METERING PUMPS ............................................11
BLOWDOWN SEPARATORS .......................................................................................11
STACK & BREECHINGS ...............................................................................................12
STEAM PIPEWORK AND ACCESSORIES ..................................................................13
EXECUTION ......................................................................................................................15
SHOP TESTS .................................................................................................................15
START-UP SERVICE.....................................................................................................15
GENERAL.......................................................................................................................16
STRAINERS ...................................................................................................................16
SAFETY RELIEF VALVE ...............................................................................................16
STEAM TRAPS ..............................................................................................................16
PRESSURE REDUCING VALVES................................................................................16
STEAM AND CONDENSATE PIPE LINES ...................................................................16
INSULATION ..................................................................................................................16
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1.0
GENERAL
1.1
WORK INCLUDED
1.1.1
Compliance with relevant General Requirements of Mechanical Services and

documents referred to therein.
1.2
REFERENCE
The boiler shall be designed and constructed to ASME/ASTM latest revision or
approved equal BS2790.
The boiler package shall include but not limited to :
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
Pressure Vessel
Valves, fittings and accessories
Feedwater controls and feedwater pumps
Combustion equipment
Control panel
2.0
PRODUCT
2.1
BOILER CHARACTERISTICS (STEAM)

The Steam Boiler shall be designed for 200 psig. The maximum operating pressure
shall be 150 psig.
The boiler shall have a maximum output indicated on drawings when fired with
LPG/OIL . Electrical power available will be 415 Volt 3 Phase 50 Cycle.
2.2
GENERAL BOILER DESIGN
2.2.1
The boiler shall be a four pass horizontal firetube updraft boiler with five (5) square feet
of heating surface per rated boiler horsepower. It shall be mounted on a heavy steel
frame with integral forced draft burner and burner controls.
The boiler shall be completely preassembled and fire tested at the factory. The unit
shall be ready for immediate mounting on floor or simple foundation and ready for
attachment of water, steam, fuel, electrical, vent and blowdown connections.
The boiler shall be built to comply with the following insurance and codes ASME
CSD - 1
2.2.2
Boiler Shell (Steam)

The boiler shell must be constructed in accordance with ASME Boiler Code and must
receive authorized boiler inspection prior to shipment. A copy of the inspection report
shall be furnished to the purchaser.
Two lifting eyes shall be located on top of the boiler.

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Front and rear doors on the boiler shall be hinged or davited. Doors are to be sealed
with fiberglass tadpole gaskets and fastened tightly using heavy capscrews that thread
into replaceable brass nuts.
Rear refractory and insulation shall be contained in the formed door, which must swing
open for inspection of brick work.
The boiler tubes shall not include turbulators, swirlers or other add-on appurtenances.
Front and rear tube sheets and all flues must be fully accessible for inspection and
cleaning when the doors are swung open.
The boiler shall be furnished with adequate handholes to facilitate boiler inspection
and cleaning.
A manhole shall be provided.
The exhaust gas vent shall be located near the front of the boiler on the top center line
and shall be capable of supporting 2000 lbs and shall contain a stack thermometer.
The boiler shell shall contain a chemical feed connection.
2.2.3
Observation ports for the inspection of flame conditions shall be provided at each end
of the boiler.
2.2.4
The boiler insulation shall consist of a 2 inch blanket under a sectional preformed
sheet metal lagging. This insulation must be readily removable and capable of being
reinstalled, if required.
2.2.5
The entire boiler base frame and other components shall be factory painted before
shipment using a hard finish enamel coating.
2.2.6
Emission Controls
Boiler shall be equipped with a low emission (LE) option for guaranteed NOx
performance.
The low emission option shall include an integral front head, burner, and boiler
package, providing NOx reduction through an internal flue gas recirculation system
using the combustion air fan, internal recirculation valve, and enhanced boiler design
to achieve the guaranteed NOx levels. The emission control system shall not use an
external fan, control valve, and piping. Boiler fuel-to-steam efficiency and rated boiler
capacity shall be guaranteed while the boiler is operating at the low NOx performance
levels.
Burner, boiler, and low NOx system shall be manufactured as a package by a single
manufacturer. The Low Emission Option to the CB Boiler shall included factory testing
as a package, and shall bear the UL packaged label.. No field assembly of the burner
or low NOx equipment shall be required.

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STEAM BOILER TRIM
2.3.1
Water Column
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A water column shall be located on the right hand side of the boiler complete with
gauge glass set and water column blowdown valves.
2.3.1.1
Feedwater Pump Control

The boiler feedwater pump control shall be included as an integral part of the water
column to automatically actuate a motor driven feed water pump maintaining the boiler
water level within normal limits.
2.3.1.2
Low Water Cutoff

The low water cutoff shall be included as an integral part of the boiler feedwater control
wired into the burner control circuit to prevent burner operation if the boiler water level
falls below a safe level.
2.3.2
Auxiliary Low Water Cutoff

Auxiliary low water cutoff manual reset shall be included, piped to the vessel, and
wired to the burner control circuit. A manual reset device shall be used on this control.
2.3.3
Steam Pressure Gauge

The steam pressure gauge shall be located at the front of the boiler and include cock
and test connection.
2.3.4
Safety Valves
Safety valves of a type and size to comply with ASME Code requirements shall be
shipped loose.
2.3.5
Steam Pressure Controls

The steam pressure controls to regulate burner operation shall be mounted near the
water column. Controls shall be a high limit (manual reset), operating limit (auto reset),
and firing rate control.
2.4
BURNER AND CONTROLS
2.4.1
Mode of Operation
Burner operation shall be full modulation principle. The burner shall always return to
low fire position for ignition.
2.4.2
Blower
Air for combustion shall be supplied by a forced draft blower mounted in the front boiler
door, above the burner, to eliminate vibration and reduce noise level.

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Maximum sound level of the boiler/burner package shall not exceed 78 dbA (when
measured in accordance with ABMA Sound Test Standards).
The impeller shall be cast aluminum, radial blade, carefully balanced, and directly
connected to the blower motor shaft.
2.4.3
Combustion Air Control

Combustion air damper and cam operated fuel metering valves shall be operated by a
single damper control motor that regulates the fire according to load demand.
2.4.4
Fuel Specification and Piping
2.4.4.1
Light Oil or Gas Fired

Burner type The burner, integral with the front head of the boiler shall be combination
of the low pressure air atomizing type for oil and high radiant multi port type for gas.
The burner shall be approved for operation with either diesel oil or CNG (Contractor
shall be responsible to verify that the burner is compatible with the gas utility available
at site). The burner shall be equipped with an LE option.
Gas Pilot - The gas pilot shall be premix type with atomatic electric ignition. An
electronic detection shall monitor the pilot so that the primary fuel valve cannot open
until flame has been established. The pilot train shall include two manual shut off
valves, solenoid valve, pressure regulator and pressure gauge.
2.4.4.2
Oil Burner
Oil Pump An oil pump with a capacity of approximately twice the maximum burning
rate shall be included. Separate motor driven pump set shipped loose, to be installed
in a location favorable to the oil storage tank, shall be provided.
Oil burner piping Fuel oil piping on the unit shall include oil pressure regulating
devices, oil metering controls, solenoid shutoff valves, pressure gauges and fuel
strainer, all integrally mounted on the unit. A fuel oil controller shall be provided to
combine all of the fuel oil controls into a single casting which is mounted n the front
door of the unit. A single tip retractable nozzle shall be used for the low pressure air
atomizing burner. A low oil pressure switch shall be included in the oil piping.
Low pressure air atomizing Separate air compressor mounted on boiler base rail
with low atomizing air pressure switch.
2.4.4.3
Gas Burner
Gas burner Piping Gas burner piping on all units shall include primary gas shut off
valve, motor operated with proof of closure switch and plugged leakage test
connection. The main gas valve (s) shall be wired to close automatically in the event
of power failure, flame failure, low water or any safety shutdown condition. A
lubricating plug cock or butterfly shut off valve shall be provided as a means for a
tightness check of the primary shut off valve. An additional plug cock or butterfly valve
shall be furnished to gas train.

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A high and low gas pressure switches shall be provided. A second motorized safety
shutoff valve, plus an additional plugged leakage test connection shall be provided.
2.4.4.4
Burner Turndown
Turndown range shall be 4:1
Flame Automation System
Each boiler shall be factory equipped with a Boiler Management Control System
providing a computer based boiler controller and solid state sensors totally integrated
to provide automatic burner sequencing, flame supervision, and indications of system
status, faults, and self-diagnostics. All of which shall be interlocked with BMS.
The boiler controller shall consist of chassis, program module, keyboard display, and
flame signal amplifier. It shall be the non recycle type and have a fixed operating
sequence incapable of being manually altered. The sequence shall include standby,
pre purge, pilot, main fuel ignition, and run, and post-purge periods.
The system shall incorporate full modulating control of fuel and combustion air as well
as firing rate control based on system demand.The boiler controller shall have a nonvolatile memory that retains history files and sequence status after interruptions.
An 80 character, 2 line liquid crystal (LCD) display and keyboard shall be provided to
adjust control settings and display 73 fault messages, 12 diagnostic messages, 38
historical messages as well as system status messages and operating pressures and
temperatures.
Boiler firing rate shall also be displayed in addition to the last 6 lockouts and boiler
operating information when the lockout occurred. Provisions for a security access code
shall be provided.
Separate status indicators shall show:
Ready: Automation system operational.
Demand: call for heat.
Main Valve: fuel valve open.
Low Water: low water condition.
Alarm: safety shutdowns
The boiler controller shall incorporate a five function run/test switch. The system shall
be characterized for each individual model boiler. The system shall also incorporate a
tailored pre-purge cycle that minimizes pre-purge energy losses, while maintaining the
maximum required air changes. It shall permit the user to select a specific rate control
program for precise load tracking that reduces on-off cycling due to load swings. The
system shall also provide an integrated thermal stress protection program to prolong
boiler life. An assured low fire cutoff feature shall also be provided.
The system shall monitor inputs from solid state sensor for gas pressure, oil pressure,
and temperature. A single solid state sensor shall be used for both on-off and
proportioning control of the burner. The high/low limits and operating set points of all
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capable of detecting a jumpered or defective sensor. A dynamic check of the gas

pressure sensor shall be made prior to the main flame establishing period to ensure it
is fully operational.
A 2 way communications module with built-in modem to allow for remote control of
non-safety settings and monitoring of up to 6 boilers shall also be available. Up to 3
pre-programmed telephone numbers shall be called in the event of a fault condition.
Options such as Lead/Lag, Boiler Efficiency, and Heating Boiler packages can be
interfaced to this module without any change to the existing system structure. The
communications module shall be able to interface with an IBMTM PC or compatible
system.
Control Panel: The control panel shall be mounted on the front door of the boiler in a
location convenient to the operator. The hinged metal cabinet shall have NEMA 1A
rating that includes a neoprene dust seal and a Yale cabinet key type lock.
The panel shall contain the boiler flame safeguard controller, indicating lights and
selector switches. Panel shall have a removable sub-base for mounting the flame
safeguard controller, plug-in type fuel modules and terminal blocks. For combination
gas-oil fired boilers the plug-in fuel module shall contain the fuel selector switch.
Oil, heat, and moisture resistant wire shall be used and identified with circuit numbers
corresponding to the electrical wiring diagram.
All electrical equipment and wiring shall be in conformance with Underwriters
Laboratories requirements.
Boiler to be supplied with a control circuit transformer and fuse protection for the
control circuit.
2.5
DE-AERATED FEED WATER TANK.
2.5.1
Deaerator
Packed column type, pressurized, horizontal deaerator. The system shall of the sing
le tank design and guarantee oxygen removal to not more than 0.005 CCS/ liter in the
efficient throughout all load conditions between 5 and 100 percent. Tray type
designs are not acceptable. The deaerator shall be designed for operation at 5 psig,
but shall be suitable for use from 2 to 15 psig. Atmospheric operating designs are not
acceptable.
Feed water and condensate shall be admitted to the deaerator through a single springloaded, self-cleaning, adjustable stainless steel spray valve, which shall provide proper
internal vent condensing and water distribution at any load between 5 and 100 percent
of rated capacity. The water temperature in the primary heating and vent concentrating
section is to be raised within 2 or 3 F of steam temperature and most of the glass
released. The water is then to drop down through the columns stainless steel
exchange packing counter flow to the steam, which enters at the top of the storage
tank and rises up through the column.. The column shall have a stainless liner and grid
support. Hot, gas free water is to then drop to the storage compartment to complete
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heating spray, into the internal vent concentrating section, where they contact the cold
influent water. Here, the steam is to be condensed to continue the cycle. Released
gases are discharged to atmosphere through the vent outlet. All internal surfaces,
which come in contact with un de aerated water, shall be constructed of Type 316
stainless steel.
Automatic vent valve shall be thermostatically controlled to provide a fast means of
venting when a sudden buildup of gases occurs, such as seen at start up. The manual
vent valve shall have an orifice for continuous minimum venting. Venting rate shall not
exceed 0.1 of 1 % of the rated deaerator capacity at 4 psig.
The deaerated storage tank shall have 60 minutes of storage measured to overflow.
An 11 x 15 elliptical manhole shall be provided for access. All nozzles 3 and under
shall be 3000 lbs forged steel couplings and over 3 shall be 150 lbs flat face flanges.
Heads to be ASME torispherical type constructed of ASTM A516 GR 70 carbon steel
with a minimum thickness of 0.25 inches. Shell plate to be fabricated of ASTM A36
carbon steel with a minimum thickness of 0.25 inches. The tank and column shall be
designed in accordance with ASME, section V111 of the Pressure Vessel Code for 50
psig at 650F and stamped accordingly. Certification shall be required. Joint
efficiencies to be 70% circumferential per table UW 12, which does not require stress
relieving or nondestructive examination.
The de aerator loads shall be as specified in the table below. Low temperature returns
are defined as condensate with a temperature below that of the de aerator operating
temperature. High temperature returns are defined as condensate with a temperature
above that of the de aerator operating temperature.
The tank and column shall be factory- insulated and lagged with blanket insulation,
pins, clips, and a durable steel jacket. Block type insulation is not acceptable. The
blanket insulation is to be fiberglass, 2 thick , 1 lb/cubic foot, and have a rating of
R3.85. Pins are to be located on 18 centers and holding clips attached. The steel
jacket or lagging shall have a shell thickness of 22 gauge ( 0.299) minimum and head
thickness of 12 gauge ( 0.1046) minimum.
The magnesium or sacrificial anode shall provide cathodic protection against galvanic
corrosion. This rod shall be 1-5/16 diameter with a steel core to assure a good
electrical contact and added strength. The design shall have a small weep hole to
signal it has been consumed. Linings shall not be acceptable in this application.
The high temperature diffuser or sparge tube shall be located beneath the normal tank
water level. The tube shall be constructed of 2 inch pipe. This tube shall provide even
distribution and blending of high temperature condensate returns.
The chemical feed quill shall be located beneath the normal tank water level. The quill
material shall be constructed of stainless steel. The tube shall provide even distribution
and blending of chemical.
The basic deaerator shall be equipped with the following trim and accessories. Piping
on packaged units shall comply with ASME Power Piping Code B31.1.
2.6
MAKE UP VALVE AND CONTROLLER

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Quantity 2 Nos, relief valves sized to relieve full capacity of the pressure reducing
valve in the event of its failure. Valves to meet Paragraph UG-125 of ASME Unfired
Pressure Vessel Code, Section V111. Valve body to be of bronze construction.
Relieving set pressure to be 50 psig.
High level alarm switch. This shall be an externally mounted float type switch. The
switch shall make contact on rise and break on fall. The float cage construction shall
be cast iron..
Low level alarm switch. This shall be an externally mounted float type switch. The
switch shall make contact on fall and break on rise. The float cage construction shall
be cast iron.
2 overflow drainer sized to relieve full capacity at the operating pressure of the
deaerator. The overflow drainer shall be a float type trap. The construction is to be a
steel housing with stainless steel float ball.
Suction piping for pumps shall consist of a gate valve, cast iron Y type strainer with
replaceable stainless steel screen and flexible connector or hose. This piping
assembly shall be 125 lb class construction. The vortex breaker shall be located in the
tank nozzle. Manifold suction lines are not acceptable.
Quantity 2 , centrifugal type boiler feed water pump and motor set. Turbine type
pumps are not acceptable in this application. . Pump to be S.S materials of
construction as defined by the Hydraulic Institute and have seals for a maximum
water temperature of 250 F. Pump impeller to be hydraulically balanced. The pump
shall be mounted on a steel baseplate and flexibly coupled with an OSHA type
coupling. Motor to be non overloading at the rated condition without using any
portion of the service factor. Pump and motor set to be factory aligned prior to
shipment. A stainless steel re circulation orifice is to be supplied with the pump and
shipped loose for field installation to provide minimum bypass flow.
The stand shall elevate the deaerator tank to provide the net positive suction head
required by the pump at the rated condition to prevent cavitation plus a 1 foot
safety factor. The stand shall be constructed of heavy square steel tubing for the legs
and steel plate covering the floor.
2.7
CONTROL PANEL (DE-AERATOR)
2.7.1
Base
Control panel shall be in a NEMA 1 enclosure and wired to the National Electric Code.
The wire shall be black number coded . The assembly is to contain individual motor
starters with 120 volt holding coil and fuse protection. Individual green oil tight pump
run lights shall be provided. All switches and lights to have nameplate identification.
The assembled panel shall be given a factory continuity test prior to shipment.

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Electric Components
Audible and visual high and low water alarm function shall be provided by a bell or
horn with silence switch and individual red oil tight lights.
Control circuit transformer to supply 110 120 volts, single phase power supply. The
transformer shall be mounted, wired and fused.
Auxiliary contacts shall be furnished for chemical feed pump initiation. Contracts shall
be normally open.
The deaerator shall have a gauge glass assembly that covers the entire tank diameter.
The gauge glass shall be quartz 0.625 inch diameter by 24 inch maximum length.
Each length of glass shall be furnished with a bronze gauge cock set and protector
rods.
The deaerator shall be supplied with a pressure gauge that has a 4 inch dial with
a 0 60 psig range and a thermometer with a 50 to 300F range. Packaged units are
required to have both gauges bracket mounted at eye level.
The deaerator is to be hand cleaned with a solvent to SSPC SP 1 standards prior
to painting. Prime coated to not less than 1 mil thick and finish coated with an enamel
paint to not less than 1 mil thick prior to shipment.
Unit is to be knocked down for shipment. Piping is to be matched marked. Three
bound Operating and Maintenance manuals to be provided. Warranty period to be 2
years after start up.
2.8
DUPLEX WATER SOFTENER FOR STEAM BOILERS MAKE UP

Function :
Media
Removal of hardness ions from water

:
Strong Acidic Cation Exchange Resin
Service flow rate (per tank): 15 GPM (3.5 M3/Hr)

Softening capacity (per tank): 75 Kilograms
Brine tank : Two (2) numbers, 40 Gallons capacity each
Softener tank material :
Composite vessel of PE inner shell, with epoxy coating and reinforced with fiber glass.
Non metallic, rust proof tank, made of NSF/FDA approved material
Regeneration Control Valve:
Microprocessor Demand System, to carry out regeneration automatically

based on volumetric water consumption (upon reaching a user-specified
volume of treated water), with integrated flow meter.
Twin alternating system, consisting of two tanks; one of which will be on-line
while the other is regenerated and standing by.

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Cartridge style brine refill flow control and eductor assembly for easy
service.
Corrosion resistant (non-metallic) Noryl body.
Top-mount configuration.
2.9
CHEMICAL FEED SYSTEMS AND METERING PUMPS
2.9.1
General
Provide completely preassembled, packaged chemical feed system (s). Package shall
be hydraulically and electrically tested at the factory and shall be assembled tot eh
fullest extent possible. Package shall be furnished with all required lubricants, special
tools, and installation instructions.
2.9.2
Pump
Pump capacity shall be adjustable through 100 % of the range by manual micrometer
dial while the pump is running or stopped. Pump stroking speed shall not exceed 60
spm.
The pump shall be sized to deliver the required capacity at 85% of maximum stroke
length. Stroke adjustment shall be a variable micrometer type mechanism, with the
plunger powered through its entire travel. Lost motion designs are not acceptable.
The pump shall include an automatic vent and refill mechanism on the hydraulic side,
which operates once each stroke. The pump shall have an external hydraulic relief
valve which is adjustable.
Double ball check valves shall be provided on the discharge to ensure accurate
repeatable metering. The pump valves shall be removable for cleaning or replacement
without the need to disturb suction or discharge piping.
The pump shall be field convertible to automatic stroke adjustment without the use of
special tools, and without the need to replace any major frame parts.
The pump shall be furnished with a factory mounted driver suitably sized for
continuous operation at the maximum relief setting. The motor shall be ( integrally
mounted direct coupled flange mounted with flexible coupling). No belts or pulleys
should be used in the drive train or for capacity adjustment.
2.9.3
Feed System
Each system will consist of 2 pump(s) , tank, piping, and accessories as defined
below. Manufacturer will select all materials in contact with the chemical and
guarantee their suitability for the particular service. Pump (s) shall be mounted below
the tank.
2.10
BLOWDOWN SEPARATORS
The separator shall be manufactured in accordance with ASME code for 250 psig
design and tested to 375 psig.

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Provide separator with National Board stamping and U symbol.

The separator shall be furnished with 150 # flanged connections.
The separator shall include a stainless steel striking plate at the point of inlet
impingement.
2.11
STACK & BREECHINGS
2.11.1
Standard Component Specifications

Boiler stack and breeching components, supports and terminations shall be factory
prefabricated.
All stack and breeching components shall be tested and listed by Underwriters
Laboratories ( UL and ULC) , for use with building heating equipment burning gas,
liquid, or solid fuels, as described in NFPA 211, Chapter 2.
All stacks and breechings will have inner walls of 20 gauge Type 304 stainless steel
for gas and No. 2 oil, or 20 gauge Type 316 stainless steel for coal, solid fuels, and
NO.4 thru No.6 oil.
Outer wall shall be 24 gauge aluminum coated steel for sizes up to 24 ID and 20
gauge for sizes of 26 to 48 ID.
The stack and breeching shall be engineered, approved , and manufactured for the
boiler equipment manufacturer.
The stack and breeching manufacturer must supply complete CAD system design
drawings which include a complete component bill of materials.
Stack and breeching systems must be designed to adjust to thermal expansion
caused by heating and cooling of normal boiler operation.
All stack and breeching components must be warranted for a minimum of 15 years
when installed according to the manufacturers installation instructions.
The stack and breeching shall comply with national safety standards and all building
codes where applicable.
The stack section joints shall be field sealed by use of containment bands with captive
fasteners and high temperature joint sealant.
All stack and breeching components shall be shipped on pallets and shrink wrapped
to simplify on site handling and protect materials until installation.
The system is to maintain air-tight integrity at pressures up to 72 WC at room
temperature.
There shall be minimum of (1) bonded fiber insulation between the inner and outer
wall.

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2.12
STEAM PIPEWORK AND ACCESSORIES
2.12.1
Reference
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3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
2.12.2
Materials
a)
b)
c)
d)
2.12.3
ASTM A126 - 84 ( 1991 ), Specification for Gray Iron Castings for Valves,
Flanges and Pipe Fittings.
ASTM A167 91, Specification for Stainless and Heat-Resisting ChromiumNickel Steel Plate, Sheet and Strip.
ASTM A216 / A216 M 89, Specification for Steel Castings, Carbon, Suitable
for Fusion Welding for High-Temperature Service.
ASTM A276 - 91a, Specification for Stainless and Heat-Resisting Steel Bars
and Shapes.
ASTM A278M - 85 (1991), Specification for Gray Iron Castings for Pressurecontaining Parts for temperatures up to 345o C.
ASTM A351 / A351M - 91, Specification for Steel Castings, Austenitic, for
High- Temperature Service.
ASTM A564 / - 91 , Specification for Hot-Rolled and Cold-Finished AgeHardening Stainless and Heat-Resisting Steel bars, Wire and Shapes.
ASTM B62 - 90, Specification for Composition Bronze or Ounce Metal
Castings.
Equivalent BS standards are acceptable
Cast Steel : to ASTM A216 / A216M

Cast iron : to ASTM A278M, Class 300.
Bronze : to ASTM B62.
Stainless steel : to ASTM A351/ A351M.
Steam and Condensate line for pipe size 2 dia and less shall be in accordance with
ASTM A106B/A53B API 15LB A13 pipe carbon steel seamless Sched. 80.
Steam and condensate line for pipe size above 2 dia shall be in accordance with
ASTM A106B/A53B API 15LB A13 Pipe, carbon steel seamless Sched. 40.
2.12.4
Float and Thermostatic Steam Traps 0 110 Kpa

1.
2.
2.12.5
Float and Thermostatic Steam Traps 111 - 1000 Kpa

1.
2.
2.12.6
Materials : body - cast iron or cast-steel: valve - chrome or stainless steel with
stainless steel seat; float and mechanisms - stainless steel; air vent - phosphor
bronze or stainless steel thermostatic type.
Capacity : as indicated.
Materials : body - cast iron or cast-steel; valve - chrome, stainless steel or

bronze with stainless steel seat; air vent - stainless steel or phosphor bronze
thermostatic type
Inverted Bucket Steam Trap 0 1000 Kpa

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2.
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3.
4.
Body : cast iron to ASTM A126, Class B.

Diaphragm: stainless steel to ASTM A167.
Seat rings : stainless steel to ASTM A276.
Disc: stainless steel to ASTM A564/A564M, or to ASTM A276.
Stem : stainless steel to ASTM A276.
Spring : carbon steel.
Bolting : carbon steel.
Pilot valve :
1.
2.
2.12.11
Location : as required.
Self operating, external pilot, single seat, diaphragm operated, dead end
shutoff, enclosed spring chamber main and pilot valve.
Under NPS 2 : screwed ends.
NPS 2 - and over : flanged ends.
Main valve :
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
2.12.10.2
Application : on inlets to steam coils, heat exchangers and as required.

Materials : body and cap - brass or stainless steel; spring - stainless steel; stem
and seat - brass or stainless steel.
Pressure Reducing Valve External Pilot Operated

1.
2.
2.12.10.1
Materials : body, union and cap - bronze; valve, head and renewable seat stainless steel; bellows-phosphor bronze; inlet with heavy brass union.
Vaccum Breakers 0.85 - 68 Kpa

1.
2.
2.12.10
Material : body - stainless steel or carbon steel; disc - hardened stainless steel;
strainer - stainless steel; seat gasket monel or non-asbestos.
Balanced Pressure Thermostatic Steam Traps 0 - 450 Kpa

1.
2.12.9
Materials : body - cast iron or cast-steel; valve chrome steel or stainless

steel; bucket - stainless steel, with bimetal air vent.
Thermodynamic Disc Steam Traps 70 1000 Kpa

1.
2.12.8
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Body : cast iron to ASTM A126, Class B.

Diaphragm : stainless steel to ASTM A167.
Safety and Relief Valves

1.
2.
Spring loaded type of bronze with high capacity and full nozzle and to ASME
code.
Material : body - cast iron valve - housing cast bronze spring - steel, cadmium
plated; all bronze trim.

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SPECIFICATIONS
2.12.12
Drip Pan Elbows

1.
2.
2.12.13
Working pressure : 10 bar

Body : cast iron.
Connections : screwed.
Screen : stainless steel with 0.8 mm perforations.
Pipe Line Strainers Nps 2 And Over

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
2.12.15
Application : on discharge of steam safety relief valves as indicated.

Cast iron or steel with screwed or flanged inlet and threaded drain connections.
Pipe Line Strainers Up To Nps 2

1.
2.
3.
4.
2.12.14
23 52 00
Working pressure : 10 bar

Body : cast iron.
Connections : flanged.
Blowdown connection : NPS 1 complete with gate valve and cap.
Screen : stainless steel with 3.2 mm perforations.
Globe Valve
2-inch and smaller
API 602, Class 800, SW ends, ASTM A105 body, BB, OS& Y, plug type disc, 13% Cr
trim, hard-faced seats.
2- through 14-inch
ANSI Class 300 #RF flanged, ASTM A216 Gr. WCB body, BB, OS& Y, plug type disc,
13% Cr trim, hard-faced seats.
Gate Valve
2-inch and smaller
API 602, Class 800, SW ends, ASTM A105 body, BB, OS& Y, plug type disc, 13% Cr
trim, hard-faced seats.
2- through 24-inch
ANSI Class 300 #RF flanged, ASTM A216 Gr. WCB body, BB, OS& Y, plug type disc,
13% Cr trim, hard-faced seats.
3.0
EXECUTION
3.1
SHOP TESTS
The packaged boiler must receive factory tests to check the construction, controls, and
operation of the unit. All tests shall be witnessed by the clients representative.
3.2
START-UP SERVICE
After boiler installation is completed, the manufacturer shall provide the services of a
field representative for starting the unit and training the operator at no additional costs.

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SPECIFICATIONS
23 52 00
A factory approved and authorized start-up report shall be submitted to the

customer/user at the time of start-up.
Submit shop drawings and product data in accordance with the P. & I drawing.
3.3
GENERAL
1.
2.
3.4
STRAINERS
1.
2.
3.
3.5
Install as indicated.
Ensure clearance for removal of basket.
Install valved blow-down as indicated.
SAFETY RELIEF VALVE

1.
2.
3.
3.6
Install in accordance with manufacturers recommendations.

Maintain proper clearance around equipment to permit maintenance.
Pipe to atmosphere independent of other vent and in accordance with

applicable code.
Support discharge pipe against reaction forces and to take up thermal
movement.
Drain pipe form drip pan elbow to terminate over floor drain.
STEAM TRAPS
Install unions on inlet and outlet and at an interval of every 30m a trap set as indicated
on the drawing.
3.7
PRESSURE REDUCING VALVES

Install on 3 - valve bypass with strainer on inlet.
Pipe as indicated. Follow manufacturers installation instructions.
3.8
STEAM AND CONDENSATE PIPE LINES

Steam and condensate shall have 40 mm slope per 10m run of pipe in the direction of
flow.
3.9
INSULATION
For pipe sizes of 2 dia and less insulate with 2 thick rockwool insulation with
100kg/m3 density. Clad with 0.9mm, stucco embossed aluminum.
For pipe size above 2 insulate with 3 thick rockwool insulation with 100kg/m3 density.
Clad with 0.9mm stucco embossed aluminium.

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SPECIFICATIONS
23 52 00
Provide wiring connection as per manufacturers recommendation.

Provide fuel oil condensation connection as per manufacturers recommendation.
Provide vibration isolators as per manufacturers recommendation.
- End of Service -

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WMS

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Pressure Reducing Valve External Pilot Operated