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Contents
1. Purpose
2. Scope
3. Codes & Standards
4. Definition
5. Roles & Responsibility
6. Test Preparation
7. Pressure Testing
8. Flushing and Cleaning
9. Air blowing
10.
N2 Charging
11.
Safety Precautions
12.
Attachments
1. Purpose
This method statement defines general requirements for on-site
pressure
testing
for
radiant
coils
for
fired
heater
(F1701/F1702/1703/1704)
2. Scope
This method statement only covers the hydrostatic testing and
Pneumatic testing of radiant coils for fired heaters (F1701/F1702/1703/1704) under the construction of Bahwan
Engineering Company LLC.
This standard does not cover pressure testing of shop fabricated
convection coil and equipment such as vessels, tanks, heat exchangers
and skid mounted piping systems
3. Codes & Standards
4. Definition
Pressure Test A test conducted to piping or equipment by
subjecting it to an internal pressure using liquid or gas to ensure
strength or tightness of the system at the test pressure.
ConstructionEngineer
ConstructionSupervisor/Foreman
QCInspector
Testing Supervisor
Shall report to construction Engineer
Shall be responsible for site construction activities and implementation
of Quality and HSE plans during testing which would include walk down
of test circuit.
Prior to any pressure testing activity he will coordinate with
DPJV/VENDOR for all pressure testing associated with this procedure.
SafetyOfficer
6. Test Preparation
All gauges shall have a range such that the test pressure is within
30 to 80 % of the full range.
7. Pressure Testing
7.1 Pneumatic Testing
The test procedures shall be conducted in accordance with the
applicable code. In addition, the following requirements shall
apply.
All personnel in the area of the test should be notified that the
test is to be performed.
7.1.1 Pressurization
A pneumatic test shall include a preliminary test at not more
than 1.75 Bar or 50% of
the final test pressure, whichever is lowest. The pressure shall
be increased gradually
in steps until the test pressure is reached, to allow all the piping
to equalize strains during the test.This pressure shall be held for
minimum 10 minutes at the least pressure.
Depressurize up to design pressure and check for leak.
7.1.2 Inspection
After the test pressure is reached and before commencement
of inspection of the system, the isolation valve between the
temporary test manifold/piping and the piping/equipment under
pressure test shall be closed and the test pump disconnected.
Design pressure shall be maintained for a period of time (30
Min) to permit a thorough inspection of all joints for leakage or
signs of failure.
Joints shall be sprayed or applied with approved soap solution
to detect leakage or passing during visual inspection.
Any joint found leakage during a pressure test shall be rejected
and to be depressurize for repair thereafter retest to the
specified pressure after repairs have been made. Any lines
changed after they have been tested shall be retested.
Test records shall be made for each test by entries on pressure
Test report form
7.2 Hydrostatic Testing
Air vent shall be opened to allow the elimination of air from the
system during the water fill.
A gradual and slow filling, combined with the removal of air from
the system, is required to eliminate the danger of water hammer.
7.2.1 Pressurization
7.2.2 Inspection
Before test water is drained, vent shall be opened. The vent shall
be kept open until water is fully drained.
Drying Method
After completion of hydro test, the pressure shall be released
gradually. All vents and drains shall be kept open till the lines
are fully drained. After draining, lines/system shall be dried
by compressed air.
9. Air blowing
Air blowing shall also be done after pressure testing and after
flushing and cleaning is done
Air blowing shall be done to dry the tube coils and clean the tube
of all dirt, debris or loose foreign materials.
10.
N2 Charging
The lines shall now be charged with Nitrogen gas again to the
pressure specified in the above and the process of locating leaks
and repairs shall be repeated.
11.
Safety Precautions
As per QCP for pressure Testing of piping system (S-000-5520122) Clause 7.1.7 a relieve valve of adequate capacity to relieve
at 10% above the test pressure shall be installed which is based
on ASME B31.3 for Pneumatic Testing.