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CONTENT
1 GENERAL ................................................................................................................3
1.1 Scope ....................................................................................................................3
1.2 Codes, Standard and Specifications......................................................................3
2 DESIGN....................................................................................................................5
2.1 General..................................................................................................................5
2.2 Shell and Channel .................................................................................................5
2.3 Tubes ....................................................................................................................6
2.4 Tubesheets............................................................................................................6
2.5 Tubebundle ...........................................................................................................7
2.6 Connections ..........................................................................................................7
2.7 Gaskets .................................................................................................................9
2.8 Structural ...............................................................................................................9
2.9 Bolting .................................................................................................................10
6 GUARANTEE .........................................................................................................14
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1. GENERAL
1.1. Scope
This Specification together with referenced codes and standards, Data Sheets,
standard drawings and requisition defines technical requirements for the design,
material, fabrication, testing and inspection of shell & tube heat exchangers for
Expansion of the Area of Morichal and Jose Blending Plant from 105 MBD to
160MBD.
Any deviations from these specifications are not acceptable, unless prior
notification of such has been submitted, received and approved by the
CLINENT or its representative only, in writing. Therefore the VENDOR shall be
held responsible for the required engineering design, material procurement,
fabrication, testing and shipment of all equipment assigned to him by the
CLINENT in accordance with these specifications.
Any special requirements not covered by the scope of these specifications shall
be clearly indicated on Data Sheets. Where conflict occurs between special
requirements, these specifications, or the requirements of the Code, it shall be
the duty of the VENDOR to call such discrepancies to the attention of the
CLINENT, who shall make final disposition of the problem.
This specification covers the general requirements for shell & tube heat
exchangers.
All shell & tube heat exchangers shall be designed, fabricated, tested and
inspected in accordance with the requirements of this specification and the
Code, Standards and Specifications listed in following paragraphs.
All shell & tube heat exchangers in this class shall bear a nameplate properly
stamped with the Code Symbol.
All shell & tube heat exchangers shall be registered with the National Board of
Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors, except as noted on Data Sheets
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l API 660 Shell and Tube Exchangers For general Refinery Service.
PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS:
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2.1. General
Heat exchangers shall be stamped with a MAWP equal to that of the limiting
component at the specified design temperature. Nozzle reinforcement shall not
be the pressure limiting component in the exchanger design. The pressure
limiting component shall be identified on VENDOR drawings.
Pressure used for the design of tube-sheets, floating head, covers and other
internal pressure containing parts shall use the value specified at specified
temperatures for either the shell or tube side design that results in the greater
thickness of the part being considered.
Tube-sheets, floating head covers and other internal pressure containing parts
shall have their minimum design metal temperature less than or equal to the
minimum value that is specified for shell or tube side design.
Stacked units shall be shop-assembled to check saddle and nozzle fit up.
Shell and channel girth flanges shall be of forged steel, only hub type flanges
shall be used.
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Thru-bolt joint construction shall be used for all shell and channel girth flanges.
Jack screws shall be provided to aid in breaking all assembled girth flanges.
Vertical units with removable bundles mounted with the channel down shall be
provided with a system for supporting the tube-sheet when the channel is
removed which shall be at least four collar bolts, or other means approved by
CLIENT to hold bundle with channel off.
2.3. Tubes
Carbon and low alloy steel U tube bends having a mean radius smaller than 5
times the nominal tube diameter shall be stress relived. Copper based alloys
shall not be used.
2.4. Tubesheets
Rolled only tubes shall project a minimum of 2 mm beyond the tube side face
of the tube-sheet.
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For removable bundles four tapped holes for eyebolts shall be provided in the
face of the stationary tube sheet for use in pulling the bundle. In operation
these shall be protected by removable threaded plugs of tube-sheet material.
When the tube-sheet is too small to allow four holes, two are sufficient.
2.5. Tubebundle
Kettle re-boilers shall have bundle hold down straps to prevent damage to the
bundle during shipment, and shall be provided with slide rails and holding bars.
Bundle diameter shall not exceed 60 inches diameter (1524 mm) unless
approved by purchaser.
Preferred tube lengths shall be 16 ft or 20 ft however tubes lengths of 7.8 ft, 9.8
ft, 12 ft , 24 ft and 30 ft. may be used for specific requirements, unless
approved by purchaser.
Removable tube bundles weighing over 12000 Lbs (5445 Kg) shall be provided
with skid bars to prevent damage to the shell or bundle when removing or
installing the bundle.
When requested by CLIENT, the VENDOR shall submit the flow induced
vibration calculations per TEMA Section 6 for review. Modifications to the
bundle design may be made upon mutual agreement between CLIENT and
VENDOR.
2.6. Connections
Nozzle sizes and type shall be as indicated on the data sheets, and in
accordance with the Pressure Vessel Specification FF-178-12-2211-S002.
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Nozzle lengths shall be long enough to permit the removal of a standard length
stud bolt from the back side of the flange and clear the exchanger shell and
insulation.
Nozzles shall be installed by inserting the neck of the flange, the coupling or
the pipe nipple through the vessel wall and welded with full penetration welds
(Abutting Type). Reinforcements shall be attached at the nozzle with full
penetration welds. Thread-o-lets, sock-o-lets and weld-o-lets shall not be used.
All threaded connections shall be furnished with a forged solid bull plug. Vent
and drain connections shall be in accordance with the TEMA Standards, unless
specified on data sheets.
All high and low points on shell and tube sides not otherwise vented or drained
shall be provided with (19mm) minimum sized drain and vent connections.
Vendor shall include nozzles for steam out and shall design for external
pressure conditions in accordance with indicated in the heat exchangers data
sheet.
Each flanged nozzle shall be provided with a pressure gauge connection and a
thermometer connection as defined in the heat exchanger data sheet.
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Flanged connections with covers shall be furnished only when specified by The
Owner.
2.7. Gaskets
Flat metal, jacketed non asbestos filled shall be used for girth flanges, other
type may be used if approved by CLIENT. Materials for metal clad gaskets
shall be selected by the Vendor for the design service conditions and shall
subject to Owners approval.
Spiral wound, 316 SS, shall be used for the nozzles flange.
Gasket seating surface finishes for non metallic and jacketed metallic gasket
shall be the Commercial Standard Spiral Serration. Spiral wound gaskets shall
seat against surface finishes of 125-250 AARH. Imperfections extending
radically across the gasket seating surface are not acceptable.
Two sets of spare gaskets for start-up shall be furnished by Vendor for each
heat exchanger.
2.8. Structural
The heat exchanger shall be designed to withstand wind and earthquake loads
calculated per ASCE and PDVSA.
Units which are to be stacked shall be provided with the required additional
Intermediate supports and bracing. The shells shall be reinforced as required to
carry the imposed loads and allow pulling of removable bundles. An impact
load of 1.5 will be used.
Saddle pads shall be installed between the equipment and its corresponding
supports: external pads shall be fabricated from the same material as used for
the shell.
Shell and saddle reactions shall be checked using L.P Zick method.
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Rear saddle support and intermediate supports for horizontal units shall be
provided with slotted holes to allow for expansion.
Each cover shall be provided with a plate type welded on lifting lug with 1 inch
diameter hole located on top centerline, wherever possible.
Pulling lugs or tapped holes for insertion of eyebolts shall be provided on the
outer face of tube sheets of removable bundles to permit removal bundles from
shell.
2.9. Bolting
External bolting for manways, shell and channel girth flanges, and pipe
connections shall be through bolts and hex nuts.
Unless indicated otherwise on the Exchanger Data Sheets all external bolting
shall conform to the following ASME specifications.
Internal bolting shall be selected on the basis of shell material (clad or solid)
and moist H2S content as follow:
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Material for bolting in units with design temperatures below 30C (-22F)()
shall be selected from suitable grade of ASME SA-320.
Backing strips may be used only with Owners written approval. Consumable
inserts are not considered as backing strips.
All fillet welds for saddles, supports, lugs, etc. shall have a continuous weld.
VENDOR shall provide access and facilities to CLIENT to inspect all materials,
certificates and work in progress. All radiographic films and the records of
examinations shall be available for review. CLIENT may waive the right to
witness whatever test and inspections.
Post weld heat treating other than required by the specified Code, TEMA or this
specification shall be indicated on the Exchanger Data Sheet.
Exchanger shall be thoroughly cleaned. All dirt, weld splatter, mill scale and
loose material, along with any grease, oil or other hydrocarbon contaminants,
shall be removed prior to post weld heat treatment.
The hydrostatic test pressure shall be as specified by Code and shall not be
less than 1.3 times the MAWP (New and Cold) for shop and 1.3 times the
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MAWP (Corroded and Hot) for field, corrected by temperature and held for 1
hour minimum.
Potable water shall be used for hydro-test of all carbon and low alloy steel
equipment.
Testing rings required for the test of floating head exchangers, shall be
furnished with the exchanger in accordance with quantity indicated in the data
sheet.
The VENDOR shall take precautions to avoid, localized hard spots of the type
caused by arc strikes, ground clamp burns, tack welding of alignment aids, etc.
VENDORs inspection of the pressure vessel shall assure that localized hard
spots are avoided and removed prior to hydro-test.
All tube-sheet made from plates shall be ultrasonically inspected per SA 435.
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The purchase order number and exchanger item number shall be prominently
marked in the equipment nameplate, and on the side of the shell it shall be
marked with white paint in legible block letters at least 12 inch high.
All exposed gaskets surfaces shall be protected with rust preventive coating
before applying protective shipping covers. Protective cover type shall be
specified by the owner.
5. NAME PLATES
The official ASME Code symbol shall be stamped on the nameplate and as
otherwise required by the respective division of the ASME Code, Section VIII,
or local authorities having jurisdiction over the installation.
Item number.
Item service.
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6. GUARANTEE