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WELDING/GROOVING
PROCEDURES

Designation
Name

Prepared by

Reviewed by

Approved by

QA/QC Mech. Engineer

QA/QC Manager

QA/QC Manager

Mr. Mohammed Majid

Mr. Morsy Nagar

Mr. Morsy Nagar

Dec 26, 2015

Dec 26, 2015

Dec 26, 2015

Signature
Date

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Table of Contents
1.0

Objective 03

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Scope .. 03

3.0

References/ Abbreviations 03

4.0

Responsibilities 03

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Tools and Equipment . 06

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PPE Materials 06

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Quality Requirements . 07

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Manpower ...07

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Alignment and Fit-up (Welding Preparation) 07

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Welding ........................................................................................................... 08

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Inspection and Production of Welds .. 10

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Welding Consumables ..................... 11

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Groove Joint Procedure .13

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Health and Safety .17

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OBJECTIVE
The objective of this procedure is to ensure that production welding and/or groove
joining shall be done in accordance with the contract specifications, related codes &
standards and required quality standards shall be met.

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SCOPE
This welding procedure covers all aspects of field and fabrication (production)
welding for the General Authority of Civil Aviation (Client) i.e. environmental
conditions, pipe laying and welding, inspections & testing and weld traceability.
In this procedure, qualification of welding procedures and welders, including NDT
and destructive testing, the instruction of welders, including the selection of welding
procedure based on the primary base material (pipes, fittings, flanges, spools)
characteristics, i.e. steel grade, wall thickness, diameter, and the specific Welding
Procedure Specification are not included. These are to be submitted separately.
This also includes procedure for grooving piping system as per project specification.

3.0

REFERENCES
API 5L

Specification for Pipeline

ASME B31.3

Process Piping

ASME IX

Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Welding and Brazing

Qualifications

ASME V

Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code- Non Destructive

Examination.

ANSI/AWWA C-606

AWWA Grooved Fittings

ABBREVIATIONS

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NDT

Non Destructive Testing

SMAW

Shielded Metal Arc Welding

GTAW

Gas Tungsten Arc Welding

WPS

Welding Procedure Specification

RESPONSIBILITIES
4.1

all works

Project Manager
The Project Manager will be in charge of the full implementation of
related to the construction as required by the Employer.

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Construction Manager

The Construction Manager will monitor the progress of work and

report to the
PM on the matters affecting timely completion.
4.3

QA/QC Engineer

A standard quality management system will be operated.

A QA/QC program applicable to the project will be followed.

Allinspection of materials, samples, production welding will be inspected

and tested in accordance with the requirements of applicable
codes, and
contract specification.

All measuring & testing equipment, materials, and personnel will be

deployed in accordance with the requirements of the applicable
codes,
and specification.

All material related to project execution will be furnished with,

material test certificates in accordance with the requirements of
codes/specification/standards.

All pipes will be inspected by QA/QC Engineer.

Isolated minor surface defects can be removed by grinding,

that the remaining wall thickness is at no point less than 98 %
minimum allowable wall thickness over a maximum length of
and that there is a smooth transition between the ground area
original contour.

A repair of base material by welding is not permitted.

Any defect if found on pipe end/bevel will be removed by machining,

grinding or machine thermal cutting, however machine gas cut
can also be used.

Pipes will be visually inspected immediately prior to lineup for welding

the pipe ends uniformity and circularity, with no indication of
flatting or denting. Pipe bevels free of nicks and gouges and joint design
conformity
to the welding procedure specification.

In extreme weather conditions (high wind, rain, low ambient temperature,

wet parts of pipes/fitting etc.) welding shall not be done,
however in some
condition, where protection (Shelter) to protect welder
and joint, will be
used for continuity of work.

Any wet part shall be dried by heating before welding.

Preheating if required will be done, as already stated.

All welds and weld repair will only be allowed as per approved procedure.

All inspection, measuring, and test equipment shall be calibrated.

provided
of the
300mm
and the

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Ensure the traceability of materials. For pipe to be cut, make sure that
traceability (heat number) of both have. Copy/write the heat
number to the other cut length.
4.4

Site Engineer

The Site Mechanical Engineer will be in charge for the supervision

and
implementation of all works related to the grooving works
and pipe installation
work as required by Employer, including giving
instructions to the Site
Mechanical Foreman. He is also in charge
for filling of site report and note
down issues affecting progress of
works.
4.5

Site Foremen

The Site Foreman will be in charge for the supervision and

implementation of
grooving works and pipe installation work
instructed by Site Mechanical
Engineer. He shall also keep record
of schedule, production and safety
issues.
4.6

Safety Engineer

Conduct the safety induction course to all personnel involved in the work.

Monitor and supervise the risk assessment.

Ensure that necessary Permit to Work is available.

Ensure that the projects method statement and risk assessment are
understood, complied and applied in the worksite.

Ensure that all workers are provided with sufficient information regarding
workplace hazards and planned control measures.
4.7

Safety Officer

Ensure that relevant work permit is secured prior to start of work.

Routine monitoring of the work

Perform other duties as instructed by the Safety Engineer.

4.8

Welding Foreman and Welder

During all welding and heat treatment processes (if required), the Welding
Foreman will be responsible for the approved procedures and see to it that
this be observed all throughout for the project completion. He is responsible
for distributing correct and proper handling of welding materials and shall
have the record of welding materials issued and returned back.

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The welder is responsible for starting his welding activities at the correct
temperature as specified in WPS, and performing the welds according to
approved WPSs. The welder should also visually inspect his own work, and
clean the area surrounding the weld from any contaminants.
4.9

Storekeeper
He is responsible for receiving, proper storing and distribution of welding
consumables and other materials to site and keeping all records.

4.10

Machine Operator/Installer

Have training/knowledge regarding operation and maintenance of the

tools, identify the peculiar hazards

Responsible for the housekeeping of his workplace

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TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

WELDING

Calibrated welding machines

Power chords/cable drum

Cutting and cleaning tools (power brush, gas cutter and its accessories etc.)

Chipping hammer

Temperature monitor (chalk or laser type)

Lifting equipment (cranes, hoist, chain block etc.)

GROOVE JOINT

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Manufacturer recommended grooving machines

Ratchet /Spanner

Level bar

Measuring tape

Jigs

Steel square

PPE MATERIALS

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WELDING

Face shield

Face mask/respirator

Welding Apron

Welding gloves

Welding glass/shield

Welding boots

Hardhat

GROOVING

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Safety glasses

Hardhat

Foot protection,

Hearing protection

Reflectorized vest

Safety harness (when working at heights)

Approved ladder and scaffolds (when working at heights)

QUALITY REQUIREMENTS
Quality Plan will be applied to the project in line with the project quality
requirements. Inspection Test Plan & Specifications to be verified by the QC
Engineer to confirm inspection stage, acceptance & method of verification. All
checklist & test reports to be maintained. All attachments to the report shall be
clearly mentioned for traceability. All equipment & instruments to be verified for
validity. All sequence to be Inspected & cleared by QC Engineer for further
clearance.

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MANPOWER
Qualified welders as per applicable codes/standards will be deployed. A unique
identification number shall be assigned to each welder and a welder identification
card with the welder's name, photograph, identification number, and WPS's for which
the qualification is valid shall be issued for each qualified welder.
Each welder shall have the card or a copy available at work location and shall
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without identification card shall be suspended from production welding until the card
can be produced and shown. In case a welder terminates his work, the identification
number shall not be reassigned to another welder.
Trained machine operator and installer are to be deployed to site.
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ALIGNMENT AND FIT UP OF PIPE (WELDING PREPARATION)

A crawler crane or a side boom (depending on diameter) will lift and hold pipe in front
of the previously welded pipe and the pipe clamp will be installed. Pipe layer or crane
must have enough lifting capacity, to ensure no sagging during welding of the joint.
All fit up conditions like bevel angle, root gap and misalignment shall be checked by
using gauges of recognized commercial quality, such as TWI etc.
The maximum allowable misalignment (high/low) measured at the outside diameter
shall be as per ASME B31.3 and ASME IX. Correction of misalignment should
normally be corrected by rotating the pipe. Heating and strong backs shall not be
used for correction of misalignment. Hammering is not permitted except by
means of a tool with non-ferrous, soft contact surface, for example bronze.
External line up clamps shall be used to achieve fit-up (i.e. root gap) required by the
welding procedure specification. Use temporary jigs to retain the alignment when
supports are not yet installed. All tack welding shall be performed by qualified
welders, and shall form part of the completed joint. Such tacks shall be equally
spaced around the circumference, and a minimum of four tacks shall be used. The
ends of all tack welds incorporated into joints shall be feather ground.
Check for the following before starting any joint:

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Pipe ends are uniform and circular, no indication of flattening or denting.

The joint design conforms with the approved WPS
Cleanliness, the bevel and the surrounding area shall be free of contaminates
such as oil, grease, oxides, rust etc.
WELDING
10.1

General Conditions

Approved WPS shall be available on site with the welder and the QA/QC
Engineer. The QA/QC Engineer will be present at each welding location
during welding and he has to stamp and sign 100% visual inspection of
the welds on daily basis.

Welding will be performed by qualified welders, who have passed the

Welder Qualification Test for the relevant WPS.

Welding process generally will be SMAW and/or GTAW.

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Welding will be carried out with approved welding filler material as stated
in the approved WPSs

Vertical Down-Hill or Up-Hill positions will be carried out for welding all
pipe diameter, thicknesses and grades, in accordance with the approved
WPSs.

Speed of welding will be as specified in the approved WPSs and or

project specification.

Identification of the welder will be indicated by a unique welder number by

hard-stamping adjacent to the weld. It will be the responsibility of the Site
Foreman to ensure this is carried done correctly.

All health and safety measures for welders, such as personnel's

protective equipment (PPE) will be provided.

Welding Sequence
Welding operation will be performed as follows:
10.2.1 Before starting welding activities a protection mat will placed over the
PE coating adjacent to the weld, in order to protect it against damages
resulting from welding activities, i.e. welding sparks.
10.2.2 Grinding or cleaning with power brush for removal of flux/slag will be
done after every welding pass. After grinding or power brush cleaning
the weld pass will be inspected randomly by our QA/QC Engineer.
10.2.3 Hot-pass will be commenced immediately after root pass welding.
The interval of time will be as specified in the WPS. No weld joint will
be left without applying Hot Pass.
10.2.4 Any weld joint started will be completed on the same day for root &
hot passes.
10.2.5 External clamps will not be removed until completion of 75% of root
pass.
10.2.6 After complete welding of a joint, the joint will be cleaned with power
brush for removal of flux, weld spatter, arc burn etc. The joint will then
be ready for visual Inspection and NDT examination.
10.2.7 After each weld is finished, the QA/QC Engineer will perform a visual
inspection of the weld.

10.3

Protecting Welds
10.3.1 During welding activities, a tent should be over the weld at all times, to
protect the weld against weather conditions. At surrounding
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covered with isolating blankets, as soon as the weld is finished. This

to ensure gradual cooling of the weld.
In extreme weather conditions (high wind, rain, low ambient
temperature, wet parts of pipes/fitting etc.) welding will not be
done. However in conditions, where protection (Shelter) to
protect welder and joint still guarantees suitable climatic
conditions, work will continue.
10.3.2 For open pipe ends; when starting a new string the starting pipe will
be closed off, on none welded side. This, to prevent a draught
developing in the pipe that can influence the quality of the welds.
10.4

Weld Traceability
Weld traceability will proceed in the following way:
10.4.1 Pipe Welding Logbook
Every pipe delivered at site will be recorded in a "PIPEWELDING LOG BOOK" containing pipe number, heat number, wall
thickness, diameter, length and delivery date. Pipe number and
length, will be marked outside of the pipe with non-removable
ink/paint. Each pipe will also be given a unique sequence number,
which will determine its position in the pipeline and in the pipewelding log book. Any additional information such as non-conformities
to the pipe surface and mitre bend information, will also be recorded.
Directly after welding has finished, each weld will be given a unique
weld number. This weld number will be marked on the pipe, directly
adjacent to the weld. Together with the weld number, the welders
identification numbers will be marked. All information on the pipe will
be written at the service road side of the pipeline, to keep it readable
at all times.
10.4.2 Welder Identification Number and Record
Each welder will be given an identification number by which he will be
recognized, for welding his joint. This identification number will be
issued on a prescribed card.

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INSPECTION AND TESTING OF PRODUCTION WELDS

This section covers the inspection of production welding:
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Each welded joint will be checked visually by an QA/QC Engineer, in

accordance with the applicable Codes / Standard / Specification before NDT.
Only joints that are visually accepted, will be examined by NDT.
Visual Inspection of the following activities shall be performed prior to
and during welding:

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Joint preparations and cleanliness.

Fit-up and internal alignment prior to welding.

Welding position, consumables and all other parameters defined in the

applicable W.P.S.

Conditions of the root pass externally.

Weld conditions of an inter-pass cleaning.

Profile of the finished weld, including but not limited to arc strikes outside
the groove area of the weld, spatter, oxides and residual slag.

No welding electrodes shall be used if they were left unprotected on site

from the previous day.

WELDING CONSUMABLES
Welding electrodes shall be used in accordance with the approved WPS.
12.1

Welding Consumables Receiving and Storage

For welding consumables, which shall be stored cool and/or dry as required
by the manufacturer or the Clients specification, Contractors Site Foreman
shall provide suitable storage, transport and handling facilities.
Upon receipt of welding consumables, the Storekeeper shall check
and confirm that the boxes with welding consumables are free from
visual damages, and will report his findings to the Purchaser.
Damaged boxes, if any shall be rejected and stored separately for disposal,
or return to the supplier. In case of damages, the Purchaser shall report to
the Contract Manager, who in his turn shall report to, and resolve this
deficiency with the supplier.
The Storekeeper shall check and confirm that each box of welding
consumables has a batch number and corresponding original/copy of
batch certificate is available. If the batch certificate is not available, he
shall inform the Purchaser and obtain the corresponding certificate. Welding
consumables without the batch certificate shall not be released for welding.
The welding consumables shall not be stored along with other consumables
or tools such as grinding wheels, hammer, gaskets, spanners, etc. The
storekeeper shall store the welding consumables in a proper enclosure
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maximum relative humidity shall not exceed 50% (or Manufacturers

recommendation). Access to the welding consumable shall be restricted to
the Storekeeper or his nominee.
A monthly verification of welding consumables shall be carried out by the
Storekeeper to assess deterioration/damages, and/or identification problems,
where required.
Any consumables that cannot be properly identified or damaged or
contaminated in any way shall be segregated, recorded, removed and
disposedoff.
The Storekeeper shall ensure that the Supervisors receive the welding
consumables from store in boxes, and they are issued in accordance with the
applicable WPS i.e. diameter and classification and are not corroded, damp
or damaged.
The Storekeeper shall maintain a daytoday stock register for recording the
issue and return of welding consumables, which shall include type, size,
quantity, and name of supervisor receiving/returning.
The Quality Control Engineer shall monitor selection of welding consumables,
verification of consumables, batch certificates, handling, storage, and issue of
welding consumables, from stock , onsite, and ensure compliance to the
WPSs and manufacturers procedure.
The Site Supervisor is responsible for allocating the welding consumables
required to the specific job in shop, on site, and this is regularly monitored by
the QC Engineer as per relevant WPS.
12.2

Welding Consumables Distribution

12.2.1 Issuance and Return
At Site, welding materials will be issued by Site Foreman only to the
Welder. A record of welding materials issued and returned back shall
be maintained by the Site Foreman.
The QA/QC Engineer shall have access to the records at all times
and also to the welding materials storage areas. The record shall be
kept in welding consumable store always.
12.2.2 Site Distribution
The Site Foreman or QA/QC Engineer shall remove the improper
electrodes from holding Ovens; distribute the electrodes to the
welders and maintain the record of issuance/return. No welder shall
be issued with more electrodes than that can be used in a five hours
period. Site Foreman or QA/QC Engineer shall ensure that low
hydrogen electrodes are kept in portable heated quivers as per
manufacturers specification.
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All electrodes that are in good condition shall be returned to the Site
Foreman or QA/QC Engineer and stored in the holding ovens.
Damaged electrodes shall be scrapped. All scrapped electrodes shall
be segregated, removed and disposedoff.
Any questionable electrodes shall be brought to the attention of the
QA/QC Engineer for determination of final disposition.
Low hydrogen electrodes held in quivers shall be stored in the holding
ovens, as per manufacturers specification.
All low hydrogen electrodes returned that have been outstanding
a period shall be redried in accordance with the electrodes
manufacturer's recommendations. Basic or low hydrogen
electrodes
exposed to open air for a period longer than two
hours shall be re
dried in accordance with the
electrodes manufacturer's
recommendation.
for

12.3

Welding Consumables Handling

The Site Foreman or QA/QC Engineer shall check electrode ovens and
obtain the quantity required for the day/shift from the control room.
Site Foreman or QA/QC Engineer shall load the electrode ovens with
quantity of Low Hydrogen Electrodes required as follows:
12.3.1 Prior to use, all low hydrogen electrodes shall be dried at a
temperature recommended by the manufacturer for a minimum period
of two hours in the drying oven, this drying may be waived if the dried
electrodes are removed from hermetically sealed container.
Manufacturers recommendation shall be taken as priority.
12.3.2 After drying the electrode Site Foreman or QA/QC Engineer will
transfer these electrodes in the holding oven. The temperature of the
holding oven will be as per the manufacturers recommendation.
12.3.3 The Site Foreman or QA/QC Engineer shall issue electrodes to the
welder only from the holding ovens.
12.3.4 The Site Foreman at the end of the shift will ensure that every welder
returns back all excess electrodes.
12.3.5 Damaged/Unusable electrodes will be disposed-off, if any after weld
material return.

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GROOVE JOINT PROCEDURE

Grooved Victaulic mechanical coupling and fitting can be used in particular works
allowed in this project as a replacement for welded or threaded piping with black
steel or galvanized steel pipe provided the system media is suitable for a gasket
elastomer that is produced by the coupling manufacturer.

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Pipe Preparation
The grooved piping method is based upon the proper preparation of grooves
to receive the housings keys. The groove serves as a recess in the pipe,
which allows ample depth for secure engagement of the housings, yet ample
wall thickness for full pressure rating.
Ductile iron pipe must be prepared to Victaulic specifications outlined for each
product style. Preparation may vary according to pipe wall thickness, outside
dimensions, and other factors. Victaulic recommends square-cut pipe for use
with grooved-end AWWA products.
The outside surface of the pipe, between the groove and the pipe end, must
be smooth and free from deep pits and swells to provide a leak-tight seal for
the gasket. All rust, loose scale, oil, grease, dirt, and cutting particles must be
removed. Peened surfaces may require rework to provide a leak-tight seal for
the gasket (refer to ANSI/AWWA C-606 or CSA B242).
13.1.1 Grooving

Before setting up and operating any Victaulic pipe preparation

tools, read and understand the operating and maintenance
instructions manual for the tool.

Learn the operation, applications, and potential hazards peculiar

to the tool. Failure to follow these instructions could result in
serious personal injury, property damage, product damage, and
improper product installation.

13.1.2 Grooving Dimensions

13.1.2.1 A Dimension The A dimension, or the distance from the

pipe end to the groove, identifies the gasket seating area.
This area must be free from indentations, projections, deep
pits, and swells from the pipe end to the groove to provide a
leak-tight seal for the gasket.

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13.1.2.2 B Dimension The B dimension, or groove width,

controls expansion and angular deflection by the distance it
is located from the pipe and its width in relation to the
housings key width.
13.1.2.3 C Dimension The C dimension is the proper diameter
at the base of the groove. This dimension must be within the
diameters tolerance and concentric with the OD for proper
coupling fit. The groove must be of uniform depth for the
entire pipe circumference.
13.1.2.4 R Dimension - The R dimension is the radius
necessary at the bottom of the groove to eliminate a point of
stress concentration for cast pipe (gray and ductile) and PVC
plastic pipe.
13.1.2.5 T Dimension The T dimension is the lightest grade
(minimum nominal wall thickness) of pipe that is suitable for
cut or roll grooving.
13.1.3 Grooving Tools
Follow the manufacturer recommendation in using/selecting
appropriate grooving tools.

13.1.4 Warnings and Notices

13.2

Failure to follow the instructions could result in serious personal

injury, property damage, product damage, and improper product
installation.

AWWA pipe dimensions and groove dimensions must be within

the tolerances specified to ensure proper joint performance.

Coatings that are applied to the interior surfaces of Victaulic

grooved and plain-end pipe couplings must not exceed 0.010 inch
(0,25mm). This includes the bolt pad mating surfaces.

In addition, the coating thickness applied to the gasket-sealing

surface and within the groove on the pipe exterior must not
exceed 0.010 inch (0,25mm).

Gaskets
Consider many factors like temperature, type of service etc. for optimum
gasket performance.
Selection of proper gasket will be conducive for gasket life and performance.
This can also avoid joint failure.

13.3

Lubrication

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Lubricants is required for coupling assembly. This not only help gasket
pinching prevention but also assist for easy installation. Compatible material,
such as silicone or a soap-based lubricant or manufacturer recommended
lubricant can be used.
13.4

Installation Steps
13.4.1 Before starting any activities, ensure that the working drawings are
controlled approved/IFC and in their latest revision.
13.4.2 Observe dimensions, cut pipes according to plans to avoid wasting of
materials and time
13.4.3 In the installation process, observe the following:
13.4.3.1 Check pipe ends:
The outside surface of the pipe, between the groove and the
pipe end, must be smooth and free from deep pits and
swells to provide a leak-tight seal for the gasket. All rust,
loose scale, oil, grease, dirt, and cutting particles must be
removed. Peened surfaces may require rework to provide a
leak-tight seal for the gasket
13.4.3.2 Check gasket and lubricate:
Check the gasket to make sure it is suitable for the intended
service. Apply a thin coat of Victaulic Lubricant or silicone
lubricant to the gasket lips and exterior.
Always use a compatible lubricant to prevent the gasket from
pinching/tearing during installation.
13.4.3.3 Install gasket:
Install the gasket over the pipe end. Make sure the gasket
does not overhang the pipe end.
13.4.3.4 Join pipe ends:
Align and bring the two pipe ends together. Slide the gasket
into position, and make sure it is centered between the
grooves. Make sure no portion of the gasket extends into the
groove on either pipe.
13.4.3.5 Install housings:
Install the housings over the gasket. Make sure the
housings keys engage the grooves properly on both pipes.
13.4.3.6 Install bolts and nuts:
Insert the bolts, and thread the nuts finger-tight onto the
bolts. Make sure the oval neck of the bolts seat properly in
the bolt holes.
13.4.3.7 Tighten nuts:

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Tighten all nuts evenly by alternating sides until metal-tometal contact occurs at the flat bolt pads.
NOTE: It is important to tighten all nuts evenly to prevent
gasket pinching.
For every style of coupling follow manufacturer installation
instruction.
13.5

13.6

Conditions that must be present to ensure proper joint assembly:

The pipe OD and groove dimensions must be within the tolerance

published in current Victaulic grooving specifications.

Unless stated otherwise in specific product instructions, Victaulic grooved

pipe couplings MUST be properly assembled with the bolts pads in firm,
metal to-metal contact.

The housings keys must not rest on or grip the bottom of the groove (with
the exception of Victaulic rigid couplings).

The housings keys must be fully engaged against the face of the groove.

The gasket must be slightly compressed, which adds to the strength of

the seal.

Not acceptable things during installation

Installations with Undersized Pipes/Fittings

Installations with Oversized Pipes/Fittings

Installations on Pipe with Shallow Grooves

Installations on Pipe with Deep Grooves

Installations on Pipe with Eccentric Grooves

Bolt Pad Gaps

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HEALTH AND SAFETY

WELDING
Following safety measures shall be taken by welders and the welding supervisor
needs to ensure safe welding practice:

Make sure arc welding equipment is installed properly, grounded and is in

good working condition. Also, need to ensure good insulation of cables.

Must wear protective clothing suitable for welding.

Must wear proper eye protection, while welding.

Keep work area clean and free of hazards. Make sure that no flammable, volatile
or explosive materials are in or near the work area.

Do not weld in a confined space without extra special precautions.

Do not weld on sealed containers that have held combustibles, without taking
extra special precautions.

Use mechanical exhaust at the point of welding when welding lead,

Cadmium, Chromium, Manganese, Brass, Bronze, Zinc or galvanized steels.

When it is necessary to weld in a damp or wet area, wear rubber boots and stand
on a dry insulated platform.

Do not weld on sealed containers or compartments without providing vents and

taking special precautions.

If it is necessary to slice length of welding cable together, make sure all electrical
connections are tight and insulated. Do not use with frayed, cracked or bare
spots in the insulation.

When the electrode holder is not in use, hang it on brackets provided.

Dispose the electrode stubs in proper container since stubs on the floor are a
safety hazard.

Shield other from the light rays produced by the welding arc.

Do not weld near degreasing operations.

When workings at height make sure that scaffold, ladder or work surface is solid.

Secure Work Permit

Provide firefighting equipment (fire extinguishers etc.) and fire blankets

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Welding/Grooving Procedure

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Date

Mar 15, 2016

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19 of 19

GROOVE JOINT

Read and understand the operating and maintenance manual

Secure the tool, power drive and equipment

Prevent accidental start-ups

Ground the power source

Do not operate tools in damp location

Wear proper clothing

Always stay alert. No horseplay allowed

Inspect the equipment before starting the tool

Keep workplace clean. Always observe housekeeping

Use appropriate pipe support.

Do not misuse the tools.

Always maintain tools in dependable operation (safe, clean and sharp)