SAUDI ARAMCO ID/PID - 18-MAY-05 - REV 0 (Standards Cutoff - August 2004)

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SAUDI ARAMCO INSPECTION CHECKLIST
High Strength Bolts Tightening Inspection and Testing
SAIC-M-1072 18-May-05 CIVIL-
(ASTM A325 or A490 Bolts)
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ITEM
ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA REFERENCE PASS FAIL N/A RE-INSP DATE
No.

A General requirements

ASTM A325 or A490 bolts are used for primary structural connections. 12-SAMSS-008
A1
(PIP STS05130, Para. 6.5.1) Sec. I

The minimum size of ASTM A325 N bolts shall be 20 mm.7.1.8.4 The 12-SAMSS-007
A2
minimum size of high-strength bolts shall be 20 mm diameter. Para. 6.2.5.3

A3 The number of bolts is as shown on the IFC Drawings. IFC Drawings

Joint type of the connection has been identified on the drawing or was
specified in the design, ie: snug-tightened joint, pretensioned joint or slip-
critical joint. 12-SAMSS-007
A4
NOTE: Indicate joint type: _______________________ Sec. 3.2
(AISC, Specification for Structural Joints Using ASTM A325 or A490
Bolts, Sec. 4)

Method of bolt tightening or pretensioning (ie: snug-tightening, turn-of-nut

pretensioning, Calibrated Wrench Pretensioning, or Direct-Tension-
Indicator Pretensioning) conformed with the type of joint as listed in
12-SAMSS-007
A5 Attachment 1, Table 4.1 of this checklist.
Sec. 3.2
NOTE: Indicate method used: _____________________
(AISC, Specification for Structural Joints Using ASTM A325 or A490
Bolts, Sec. 8)

All bolts, nuts, and washers shall be properly identified and marked with 12-SAMSS-007
A6
the material grade and manufacturer's logo. Para. 6.2.5.5

All bolt holes shall be standard holes with a diameter 1/16 inch (1 mm)
12-SAMSS-007
A7 larger than the nominal bolt diameter.
Para. 6.2.5.11
Refer to Table 4.1 attached, for the standard hole dimensions.

Hardened washers with minimum thickness indicated in Attachment 3

(Table 6.1) shall be provided under all bolt heads and/or nuts adjacent to
12-SAMSS-007
A8 any ply with oversized or slotted holes.
Sec. 3.2
(AISC, Specification for Structural Joints Using ASTM A325 or A490
Bolts, Para. 3.2.1 & PIP STS05130, Para. 6.2.5)

For standard holes, a minimum of one hardened washer shall be

supplied with each bolt. 12-SAMSS-007
A9
(AISC, Specification for Structural Joints Using ASTM A325 or A490 Sec. 3.2
Bolts, Para. 3.2.1 & PIP STS05130, Para. 6.2.5)

Bolts have full thread engement with the nut. The bolt length used shall
be such that the end of the bolt extends beyond or is at least flush with
12-SAMSS-007
A10 the outer face of the nut when properly installed.
Sec. 3.2
(AISC, Specification for Structural Joints Using ASTM A325 or A490
Bolts, Para. 2.3.2)

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SAIC NUMBER DATE APPROVED QR NUMBER
SAUDI ARAMCO INSPECTION CHECKLIST
High Strength Bolts Tightening Inspection and Testing
SAIC-M-1072 18-May-05 Civil
(ASTM A325 or A490 Bolts)
PROJECT TITLE WBS / BI / JO NUMBER CONTRACTOR / SUBCONTRACTOR

ITEM
ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA REFERENCE PASS FAIL N/A RE-INSP DATE
No.

All nuts for high-strength bolts shall be wax-dipped to reduce torque 12-SAMSS-007
A11
during installation Para. 6.2.5.22

Mechanically galvanized bolts and nuts shall not be intermixed with hot- 12-SAMSS-008
A12
dip galvanized nuts and bolts. (PIP STS05130, Para. 6.5.4) Sec. I

ASTM A490/A490M bolts and galvanized ASTM A325/A325M bolts shall 12-SAMSS-008
A13
not be reused. (PIP STS05130, Para. 6.5.6) Sec. I

The erector shall color code, die punch, or otherwise mark the ends of
12-SAMSS-008
A14 torqued bolts indicating that the bolts have been properly tensioned and
Sec. I
are ready for inspection. (PIP STS05130, Para. 6.5.7)

Faying surfaces and surfaces adjacent to the bolt head and nut for snug-
tightened or pretensioned joints shall be free of dirt and other foreign
12-SAMSS-007
A15 material. These joints may be coated or uncoated.
Sec. 3.2
(AISC, Specification for Structural Joints Using ASTM A325 or A490
Bolts, Para. 3.2.1 & PIP STS05130, Para. 6.5.1)

The faying surfaces of slip-critical joints (including those of filler plates

and finger shims) shall meet any of the folllowing:
a. Uncoated faying surfaces shall be free of scale, except tight
mill scale, and free of coatings, in areas closer than one bolt
diameter but not less than 1 in. from the edge of any hole and
in all areas within the bolt pattern.
b. Coated faying surfaces have the applied coating approved by
12-SAMSS-007
A16 Saudi Aramco (or refereed to Appendix A, AISC Specification
Sec. 3.2
for Structural Joints Using ASTM A325 or A490 Bolts, Para.
3.2.2 b).
c. Galvanized faying surfaces shall be hot dip galvanized to
ASTM A123 and subsequently roughened by means of hand
wire brushing. Power wire brushing is not permitted.
(AISC, Specification for Structural Joints Using ASTM A325 or A490
Bolts, Para. 3.2.2)

An ASTM F436 beveled washer shall be installed when the outer face of
the joint has a slope that is greater than 1:20. 12-SAMSS-007
A17
(AISC, Specification for Structural Joints Using ASTM A325 or A490 Sec. 3.2
Bolts, Para. 3.2.1 & PIP STS05130, Para. 6.5.1)

B Snug-tightening Method

All bolt holes are aligned and permit insertion of bolts without damage to
12-SAMSS-007
B1 the threads. (AISC, Specification for Structural Joints Using ASTM A325
Sec. 3.2
or A490 Bolts, Para. 8.1)

Normal washers are installed on slotted holes (Washers are not required
12-SAMSS-007
B2 on standard bolt holes). (AISC, Specification for Structural Joints Using
Sec. 3.2
ASTM A325 or A490 Bolts, Para. 8.1)

Beveled washers installed on 1:20 sloping surfaces. (AISC, Specification 12-SAMSS-007

B3
for Structural Joints Using ASTM A325 or A490 Bolts, Para. 8.1) Sec. 3.2

Tightening of a group of bolts are made progressively in a systematic

12-SAMSS-007
B4 order starting from the most rigid part of the joint. (AISC, Specification for
Sec. 3.2
Structural Joints Using ASTM A325 or A490 Bolts, Para. 8.1)

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High Strength Bolts Tightening Inspection and Testing
SAIC-M-1072 18-May-05 Civil
(ASTM A325 or A490 Bolts)
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ITEM
ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA REFERENCE PASS FAIL N/A RE-INSP DATE
No.

The faying surfaces are in firm contact (snug-tight condition) after a few
impacts of an impact wrench or with the full effort of a worker using a 12-SAMSS-007
B5
spud wrench. (AISC' Specification for Structural Joints Using ASTM Sec. 3.2
A325 or A490 Bolts, Para. 8.1)

The erector shall color code, die punch, or otherwise mark the ends of
12-SAMSS-008
B6 torqued bolts indicating that the bolts have been properly tensioned and
Sec. I
are ready for inspection. (PIP STS05130, Para. 6.5.7)

C Turn-of-Nut Pretensioning Method

Pre-installation procedure verification testing has been conducted and

12-SAMSS-007
C1 accepted per SATR-M-2003. (AISC, Specification for Structural Joints
Sec. 3.2
Using ASTM A325 or A490 Bolts, Para. 8.2 & 9.2.1)

All bolts are tightened to snug-tight condition following Checkpoints Item

12-SAMSS-007
C2 B1 to B5. (AISC, Specification for Structural Joints Using ASTM A325 or
Sec. 3.2
A490 Bolts, Para. 8.2.1)

The part not turned by the wrench shall be prevented from

12-SAMSS-007
C3 rotating during the turning of nut or bolt head. (AISC, Specification for
Sec. 3.2
Structural Joints Using ASTM A325 or A490 Bolts, Para. 8.2.1)

The nut and protruding end of the bolt are match-marked after snug-
tightening is performed. 12-SAMSS-007
C4
(AISC, Specification for Structural Joints Using ASTM A325 or A490 Sec. 3.2
Bolts, Para. 9.2.1 and 8.2.1-Commentary)

After all bolts are in snug-tight condition and matched-marked, the nut or
bolt head is rotated to the amount of turn specified in Table 8.2 in 12-SAMSS-007
C5
Attachment 4 of this checklist. (AISC, Specification for Structural Joints Sec. 3.2
Using ASTM A325 or A490 Bolts, Para. 8.2.1)

Rotation of the nut or head is applied to all fastener assemblies in the

joint, progressing systematically from the most rigid part of the joint in a
12-SAMSS-007
C6 manner that will minimize relaxation of previously pretensioned bolts.
Sec. 3.2
(AISC, Specification for Structural Joints Using ASTM A325 or A490
Bolts, Para. 8.2.1)

D Calibrated Wrench Pretensioning Method

The torque required for tightening (Installation Torque) was determined

in the Pre-Installation Procedure VerificationTesting of the fastener
assembly per SATR-M-2004.
Indicate value of Installation Torque: ______________ 12-SAMSS-007
D1
(NOTE: Torque values determined from tables or from equations that Sec. 3.2
claim to relate torque to pretension without verification shall not be used.)
(AISC, Specification for Structural Joints Using ASTM A325 or A490
Bolts, Para. 8.2.2)

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SAUDI ARAMCO INSPECTION CHECKLIST
High Strength Bolts Tightening Inspection and Testing
SAIC-M-1072 18-May-05 Civil
(ASTM A325 or A490 Bolts)
PROJECT TITLE WBS / BI / JO NUMBER CONTRACTOR / SUBCONTRACTOR

ITEM
ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA REFERENCE PASS FAIL N/A RE-INSP DATE
No.

The installation wrench is calibrated in accordance with SATR-M-2004

at the following frequencies:
(1) Daily
(2) When the lot of any component of the fastener assembly is
changed
(3) When the lot of any component of the fastener assembly is
12-SAMSS-007
D2 relubricated;
Sec. 3.2
(4) When significant differences are noted in the surface condition
of the bolt threads, nuts or washers; or,
(5) When any major component of the wrench including lubrication,
hose and air supply are altered.
(AISC, Specification for Structural Joints Using ASTM A325 or A490
Bolts, Para. 8.2.2)

An ASTM F436 washer shall be used under the turned element.

12-SAMSS-007
D3 (AISC, Specification for Structural Joints Using ASTM A325 or A490
Sec. 3.2
Bolts, Para. 6.2.2)

The Torque determined in the pre-installation verification is applied

applied to all bolts in the joint, progressing systematically from the most
12-SAMSS-007
D4 rigid part of the joint in a manner that will minimize relaxation of
Sec. 3.2
previously pretensioned bolts. (AISC, Specification for Structural Joints
Using ASTM A325 or A490 Bolts, Para. 8.2.2)

The part not turned by the wrench shall be prevented from

12-SAMSS-007
D5 rotating during the turning of nut or bolt head. (AISC, Specification for
Sec. 3.2
Structural Joints Using ASTM A325 or A490 Bolts, Para. 8.2.2)

The erector shall color code, die punch, or otherwise mark the ends of
12-SAMSS-008
D6 torqued bolts indicating that the bolts have been properly tensioned and
Sec. I
are ready for inspection. (PIP STS05130, Para. 6.5.7)

E Direct Tension Indicator (DTI) Pretensioning Method

Direct tension indicator materials have been inspected per the checklist,
12-SAMSS-007
E1 SAIC-M-2021. (AISC, Specification for Structural Joints Using ASTM
Sec. 3.2
A325 or A490 Bolts, Para. 8.2.4)

Pre-installation procedure verification testing has been conducted and

12-SAMSS-007
E2 accepted per SATR-M-2005. (AISC, Specification for Structural Joints
Sec. 3.2
Using ASTM A325 or A490 Bolts, Para. 8.2)

The direct-tension indicator arches are oriented to bear against the

hardened bearing surface of the bolt head or nut or against a hardened
flat washer if used under turned element whether that turned element is 12-SAMSS-007
E3
the nut or the bolt. Proper use and orientation is Sec. 3.2
illustrated in Figure C-8.1. (AISC, Specification for Structural Joints
Using ASTM A325 or A490 Bolts, Para. 8.2.4)

Prior to pretensioning, the appropriate feeler gage is accepted in at least

half of the spaces between the protrusions of the 12-SAMSS-007
E4
direct tension indicator. (AISC, Specification for Structural Joints Using Sec. 3.2
ASTM A325 or A490 Bolts, Para. 9.2.4)

After pretensioning the appropriate feeler gage is refused entry into at

least half of the spaces between the protrusions.
(Note: The direct tension indicator shall be replaced if gap did not meet 12-SAMSS-007
E5
the job inspection gap.) Sec. 3.2
(AISC, Specification for Structural Joints Using ASTM A325 or A490
Bolts, Para. 9.2.4)

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SAUDI ARAMCO ID/PID - 18-MAY-05 - REV 0 (Standards Cutoff - August 2004)
SAIC NUMBER DATE APPROVED QR NUMBER
SAUDI ARAMCO INSPECTION CHECKLIST
High Strength Bolts Tightening Inspection and Testing
SAIC-M-1072 18-May-05 Civil
(ASTM A325 or A490 Bolts)
PROJECT TITLE WBS / BI / JO NUMBER CONTRACTOR / SUBCONTRACTOR

ITEM
ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA REFERENCE PASS FAIL N/A RE-INSP DATE
No.

The erector shall color code, die punch, or otherwise mark the ends of
12-SAMSS-008
E6 torqued bolts indicating that the bolts have been properly tensioned and
Sec. I
are ready for inspection. (PIP STS05130, Para. 6.5.7)

REMARKS:

REFERENCE DOCUMENTS:
1- SAES-M-001 -- Structural Design Criteria for Non-Building Structures, 30 June 2004
2- 12-SAMSS-008 -- Erection of Structural and Miscellaneous Steel, 28 January 2004

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