MQ SP M 4004 PDF

Power and Water Utility Company for Jubail and Yanbu (MARAFIQ) Master Specification MQ-SP-M-4004
Project Name: MARAFIQ SPEC DEVELOPMENT Date: 09 Feb 2011

Contract Number: A5MU Page 1 of 17
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SPECIFICATION –FRP TANKS
This specification has been revised as indicated below and described in the revision record on the following
page. Please destroy all previous revisions.
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A 16 SEPT 10 R. STEWART T. WOOD ALL
0 15 NOV 10 R. STEWART T. WOOD ALL
1 09 FEB 11 R. STEWART T. WOOD ALL
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Lead Engineer
Engineering Manager:
Client Approval:
ISSUED FOR : Construction X Other Issued Approved

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A 16 SEPT 2010 ISSUED TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR REVIEW
0 15 NOV 2010 ISSUED FOR CLIENT REVIEW
1 09 FEB 2011 ISSUED APPROVED

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 SUMMARY....................................................................................................................................... 4
1.1 Scope of Specification ........................................................................................................ 4
1.2 References ............................................................................................................................ 4
1.3 Performance Requirement ................................................................................................... 4
1.4 Submittals .............................................................................................................................. 5
1.5 Site Conditions ...................................................................................................................... 6
2.0 PRODUCTS ..................................................................................................................................... 6
2.1 General..................................................................................................................................... 6
2.2 Performance Warranty ........................................................................................................... 7
2.3 Design Requirements ............................................................................................................. 7
A. Design Criteria ................................................................................................................... 7
B. Basic Materials and Methods ........................................................................................... 8
C. Fabrication and Manufacture ........................................................................................... 9
2.4 Inspection and Tests ............................................................................................................ 11
A. Inspection......................................................................................................................... 11
B. Tests ................................................................................................................................. 12
2.5 Identification and Tagging ................................................................................................... 12
2.6 Preparation for Shipment..................................................................................................... 14
3.0 ATTACHMENTS............................................................................................................................ 14
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1. SUMMARY
1.1 Scope of Specification
A. This specification prescribes standards for the design, fabrication, inspection, and testing of
Fiberglass reinforced polyester tanks complete with accessories as shown on the attached
tank drawings, standard drawings, standard drawings, datasheets, and as specified herein.
B. FRP (Fiberglas Reinforced Polyester) tanks shall be shop fabricated, either horizontal or
vertical.
1.2 References
The publications listed below form part of this specification. Each publication shall be the latest
revision and addendum in effect on the date this specification is issued for construction unless
noted otherwise. Except as modified by the requirements specified herein or the details of the
drawings, work included in this specification shall conform to the applicable provisions of these
publications.
A. ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials)
1. D 3299-88 Standard specification for Filament Wound Glass-Fiber-Reinforced

Thermosel-Resin Chemical Resistant Tanks
2. D-4097-88 Standard specification for Contact Molded Glass Fiber Reinforced
Thermosel-Resin Chemical Resistant Tanks
B. BSI (British Standards Institute)
1. BS 4994:1987 British Standards Specification for Design and Construction of

Vessels and Tanks in Reinforced Plastics
C. SPI (Society of the Plastics Industry)
1. Standard TS-5867
1.3 Performance Requirement
The tank shall be designed and constructed to support all loadings due to internal, external,
thermal, and mechanical forces resulting from but not limited to the design requirements, tank
dead load, contents, wash water; moreover, the tank shall support the greater of seismic or wind
load specified, the loads generated by Seller supplied items, and loads due to acceleration and
shocks generated by a transport vehicle (when the vessel is intended to be transported in a
container). Roofs or heads shall be designed and constructed to support a minimum live load of
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244 kg per square meter. Supplier shall ensure the satisfactory performance and compliance of
Supplier purchased items with the established design criteria.
1.4 Submittals
A. General
1. Supplier’s drawings, calculations, and engineering data shall be in English and in

Customary metric units.
B. Documents for Review
1. Supplier shall submit the following engineering data for review. Documents shall
be in reproducible form and the quality shall allow for electronically reproducing
without loss of clarity. Documents shall be signed as checked before submittal.
Unchecked data will not be accepted for review. Supplier shall not proceed with
fabrication until authorized by MARAFIQ.
2. Review of Supplier’s documents by MARAFIQ does not relieve Supplier of the

responsibility for compliance to the applicable codes, standards, datasheets and
specifications, or the accuracy of shop dimensions.
C. Drawings
1. Drawings are required for the complete fabrication of tanks, including those of
subsuppliers.
2. Drawings shall be complete and shall include as a minimum the following

information:
a. Item Number and Purchase Order Number
b. References: Supplier shall include on drawings a reference to all applicable

codes, standards, specifications, and any applicable Supplier’s standards.
When reference is made to Supplier’s own standards, copies of such
standards, copies of such standards shall be submitted with drawings.
c. External / internal design pressure and temperature. Minimum tank design

temperature.
d. Thickness and materials specifications for all components.
e. Hydrostatic test pressure and test water temperature.
f. Relevant fabrication, inspection and nondestructive examination requirements.

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g. Estimated weight of tank empty and full of water.
h. Pertinent dimensions, including joint locations, nozzle location and projection,

location of tank supports and other information necessary for complete
description of the tank.
i. Supplier’s drawing shall show internal supports and nozzles numbered and
lettered identically with EPC data sheet / drawing.
j. Proposal shall include blind flanges, nuts, bolts and 2 gaskets for all the nozzles
and other accessories as required by the individual equipment datasheet,
drawing(s), or both.
k. The tank manufacturer shall submit recommendations for foundation cushion

(grout, foam board, roofing felt) compatible for tank design and process
application. This information will be submitted with quotation.
l. Installation and field handling requirements shall be submitted with certified

drawing(s).
m. Drawings and additional information shall be submitted in accordance with the

attached Supplier Data Requirements Sheet.
n. Where drawing(s) make exception to this specification, the drawing(s) shall be

adhered to.
D. Calculations
Supplier shall submit checked design calculations for review.
E. Reference samples
Reference samples of laminate quality at critical sections shall be submitted by Supplier.
1.5 Site Conditions

Supplier shall design the tank for site conditions such as wind zone or seismic zone, as stated in
equipment datasheet or in other relevant specifications.
2. PRODUCTS
2.1 General
A. This specification together with the accompanying tank drawing(s), and datasheet(s), along
with the Inquiry and Purchase Order, shall provide the general requirements and quality
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Standards; it also forms the basis for furnishing fiberglass reinforced polyester liquid
storage tanks.
B. The fabricator is encouraged to submit a quotation on alternative methods of construction.

However, for Supplier’s bid to be considered, Supplier must quote as specified herein. It is
the responsibility of the fabricator to insure that details called out on the tank drawing(s)
and datasheet(s) as well as the fabricator’s proposal alternates will meet the requirements of
the job regarding strength, corrosion resistance, and workability.
2.2 Performance Warranty
A. The fabricator shall warrant the structural integrity of all tanks fabricated in accordance
with this specification and shall further warrant above and over the requirement of Section
1.3 that each tank fabricated under this specification shall be suitable for the intended
application and service requirement as identified on the individual datasheet(s) for each
item.
2.3 Design Requirements
A. Design Criteria
1. Material thickness shall be sufficient to withstand the hoop stresses developed with a
tank completely full of liquid based on density given on datasheet (or 1.2 kg/liter
whichever is greater) and with a factor of safety of 10 applied. Unless noted
otherwise, a 122 kg per square meter wind loading over 80 percent of the projected
vertical area shall also be incorporated into the design of tanks to be installed
outdoors. The proposed design shall be fully defined including (but not limited to)
materials of construction, method of construction, total laminate thickness, and details
of the sequence of laminate buildup for each item specified in this specification.
2. In calculating the strength of a tank wall, the strength of the resin-rich corrosion
resistant surfacing mat inner layer shall be neglected.
3. Tank openings shall be reinforced to withstand the static pressures developed and
external pipe loads as required (such as surge, vibration).
4. Internal baffles shall be designed to withstand static pressure and agitator loading
when a mixer is used.
5. Hold-down lugs and leg systems shall be designed to restrain vessel, vessel contents,
and tank agitator from overturning or shifting due to seismic forces as determined by
code specified on EPC tank drawing(s).
6. Lifting lugs for each tank are required for jobsite offloading.
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B. Basic Materials and Methods
1. Resin
a. The resin of the resin-rich layer and subsequent structural layers shall be
provided as specified on the EPC tank drawing(s). This includes nozzles, bosses,
flange faces, manways, and tank internals that will contact the tank contents.
b. Where fire retardancy is specified on the tank drawing(s), the outer 2 structural
layers of the laminate shall be a compatible resin to that specified for the
structural layer and that contains 3 percent clear antimony trioxide based on resin
weight.
2. Resin Additives
a. No more than 10 percent styrene, based on resin weight, may be added to the as
received resin.
b. Based on resin weight, up to 2 percent thixotropic agent Cab-O-Sil may be added

for viscosity control to the paraffinated top coat.
c. Tanks shall not contain dyes or pigments unless specified on tank drawing(s). If
specified, pigments shall be uniformly dispersed in the resin used for laminate
finish coat only. This finish coat is to be applied after equipment inspection and
approval by Buyer.
3. Resin Reinforcement
a. All reinforcement shall be borosilicate glass unless specified otherwise on tank

drawing(s).
b. Surfacing mat shall be Type C glass 20 mils thick with a silane finish and styrene
soluble binder.
c. When abrasive services are called out on attached drawing(s), Dynel or Nexus
veil followed by C glass veil shall be used to reinforce the resin-rich interior
corrosion barrier.
d. Chopped strand mat shall be 50 grams to 68 grams per square meter, Type E
glass, with a silane finish and styrene soluble binder.
e. Continuous or woven roving shall be Type E glass, 60 ends per strand, with silane
finish. Woven roving shall be a nominal 814 grams per square meter.
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4. Physical Properties
a. For determining adequate wall thicknesses, physical properties of laminates have

been established without respect to resin reinforcement or method of manufacture
according to Attachment 01.
5. Substitutions
Only those materials specified on tank or vessel drawing or datasheet shall be used for
construction. Any other substitute material shall have prior written approval from
Buyer before being used in construction. A request by Supplier for substitution of
material must be accompanied by complete information including proposed thickness.
C. Fabrication and Manufacture
1. General
a. Positive construction methods shall be used to ensure uniform glass-to-resin ratio

and uniform total thickness. Laminates shall be dense without visible voids, dry
spots, surplus resin, or unsaturated glass. Air bubbles shall be held to the
criterion outlined in Attachment 02. When specified by Buyer, reference
samples of representative laminate quality shall be submitted by Supplier for
approval before tanks are made. Extreme care shall be exercised in mixing resin
components to ensure proper proportions of hardener to resin. (This proportion
effects the curing of the resin system.) No other method of curing during
fabrication shall be allowed other than the normal curing resulting from the
exothermic reaction between the resin and hardener. Post curing, however, shall
be required as specified in Section 2.4A.4.
b. Internal weld layups and surfaces exposed to vapors and liquids shall have a
resin-rich surface (10 mils overlay of the surfacing mat) and shall contain 0.4
percent maximum paraffin by weight of resin added, to prevent air inhibiting the
final cure.
c. The inner tank surface shall be smooth, without seams or flat areas resulting from
a collapsible form. All spillages or foreign material of any nature shall be
removed and affected areas touched up with resin as required.
d. The outer surface shall be relatively smooth, without spillages, foreign material,
or exposed glass fibers.
e. All cut edges or exposed glass fibers of any kind shall be overlayed with
surfacing mat and the appropriate resin type according to Sections 2.3C.1 and
2.3C.2.
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f. The minimum laminate thickness shall be 4.8 mm regardless of operating

conditions.
g. The knuckle radius between the bottom and side of all flat-bottom tanks shall be
38 mm minimum. Shell joints, if required, shall be overlayed on the inner surface
and on the exterior surface according to Sections 2.3C.2.g and 2.3C.2.h.
Overlays must be at least equal to the thickness of the heaviest section joined.
Exterior joint width shall be 200 mm for tanks up to 1830 mm in diameter.
380 mm for tanks 2130 mm to 3660 mm in diameter, and 610 mm for tanks larger
than 3660 mm in diameter. Shell joints are not acceptable in tanks of straight
side heights less than 6100 mm without prior approval. Tanks that fabricators
indicate require a shell joint shall be identified in the proposal with a detailed
explanation.
2. Layup Procedures
a. Areas exposed to vapors or liquids shall be resin-rich and reinforced with a

10 mil thick Type C glass surfacing mat. This mat should be the initial inner
layer; a separately cured unreinforced gel coat is not acceptable. The glass
content of this layer shall be 10 percent by weight.
b. Over the resin-rich surface, multiple layers of resin with 50 to 68 gram

Type E glass chopped strand mat shall be applied to a total thickness, together
with the resin-rich inner layer, of about 150 mils. The glass content of the
composite structure to this point shall be 25 percent by weight.
c. This layed-up portion shall be allowed to cure before subsequent reinforcement

to maintain proper resin content in the chopped strand mat laminate.
d. Subsequent reinforcement of the cylindrical section shall be by filament winding

with continuous strand roving according to Section 2.3C.2e. maintaining a glass
content of 50 to 60 percent by weight in the filament wound portions. Hand
layup reinforcement shall also be acceptable when specified by Buyer. This
reinforcement shall consist of alternating layers of chopped strand mat and woven
roving as described in Sections 2.3B.3.d. and 2.3B.3.e.
e. If possible, filament winding shall include continuous shell reinforcement over

the tank head and bottom to eliminate structural top and bottom shell joints.
Hand layup head-to-shell joints shall consist of alternating layers according to
Section 2.3C.2.
f. The entire outer surface shall be coated with a 10 mil gel coat. Color shall be
natural color of resin unless otherwise specified.
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g. The interior joints where top and bottom heads have been joined to the shell shall
be layed up with 2 thicknesses of 50 to 68 gram chopped strand mat with a
composite thickness of about 150 mils. The final layer shall be paraffinated,
resin-rich, and finished to a smooth surface to maintain a continuous unbroken
inner corrosion resistant surface. The layup shall extend a minimum of 75 mm on
either side of joint line.
h. Top, end, and bottom heads (for subsequent winding or layup onto the shell)
shall be constructed according to Section 2.3C.2., followed by further
reinforcement with alternating layers of continuous strand woven roving and
chopped strand mat according to Section 2.3B.3. to such a thickness that the
structural strength requirement is satisfied. All edges of the reinforcements shall
be lapped 50 mm minimum for woven roving and 25 mm minimum for mat.
Adjacent laps shall be staggered. The final exterior layer of reinforcement shall
be chopped strand mat. The glass content of the layer reinforced with woven
roving shall be between 50 and 60 percent by weight resin.
i. Horizontal tanks shall be provided with axial foundations supports to eliminate

compressive and tensile forces resulting from cantilevered support systems.
j. On laminates containing woven roving, cut edges exposed to the chemical

environment shall be coated with resin and surfacing mat. All machined flange
faces shall be faced with Type C glass veil according to Section 2.3C.3. All other
cut edges may be coated with resin only.
3. Nozzles, Flanges, and Accessories
a. Flanges shall be made by hand layup. Press molded or glue-on flanges are not
acceptable.
b. Flanges and nozzles shall be constructed of reinforced resin as specified by the

tank drawing(s) for the resin rich layer. Thickness shall be in accordance with
SPI Standard TS-5867 with 75 pound rating. All flanges shall have ANSI B-16.5
drilling for 150 psi pressure class.
c. Flanges and nozzles shall be joined to the tank with resin and reinforcing material
as herein specified, laid up to a thickness that satisfies structural requirements.
Construction of the interior surface in contact with vapor or liquid and of the
exterior surface shall follow Section 2.3C.2.
d. Unless otherwise specified, all nozzles shall be reinforced with gussets, of FRP
construction, joining together the tank wall, nozzle, and flange. Reinforcement
shall include 3 layers minimum of 50 gram mat. The gusset shall make an
included angle of approximately 60 degrees with the tank wall and shall support
the entire flange width. Nozzles less than 250 mm in diameter shall have 4
gussets, and those 250 mm in diameter and larger shall have 8 gussets.
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2.4 Inspection and Tests
A. Inspection
1. Inspection and acceptance or rejection shall be based on compliance with all sections
of this specification and guidelines set forth in Section 2.3B.2. Acceptance by the
inspector shall not relieve the manufacturer of contractual responsibilities. The
decision of the inspector about rejection of material, workmanship, or performance for
noncompliance with the specifications shall be final.
2. A visual inspection of the laminate shall be made. Laminate defects and their
permissible limits shall be in accordance with the provisions Attachment 02.
3. Tolerances
Dimensional tolerances shall be held within the limits outlined in Attachment 03.
4. Post curing with 82 degree C water for 4 hours shall be required to eliminate residual
styrene from completed tanks. This requirement may be waived by initial agreement
between Buyer and Supplier depending upon type of tank application and use.
5. Use acetone wipe test to check surface cure. No surface tackiness is permitted.
6. It is the responsibility of the fabricator to ensure that laminates meet or exceed this
specification, that tanks are adequately prepared for shipment, and that tanks, will
arrive defect and leak-free at jobsite. All tanks will receive a jobsite inspection in
conformance to this specification. Laminate sections failing to comply with this
specification or that are damaged in transit must be repaired before acceptance by
Buyer. The fabricator will be responsible for the expenses of repairing laminate
defects and damage.
7. The fabricator shall supply a 100 mm by 100 mm sample specimen of the proposed
tank construction, for every thickness and type of construction to be utilized; also,
cutouts are to be saved as samples. These samples are to be used as a quality control
inspection standard.
B. Tests
1. Test for conformance with the required physical properties shall be done on samples
that have cured to the required hardness.
2. Hardness tests shall be made on the resin-rich interior surface.
3. Flexural tests shall be made with the resin-rich surface in compression.

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4. When specified by Buyer representative, test samples shall be made by the supplier or
construction for sidewall and heads and tested by qualified testing laboratory for
requirements according to Section 2.2. The samples shall be cut from a laminate of
larger dimensions to eliminate edge effects; they shall not have an exterior gel coat,
and they shall not be machined on either surface. Certified test results shall be
forwarded to Buyer before the start of fabrication. Testing shall be Supplier’s
responsibility.
5. Testing of properties according to Section 2.2 shall be done by a qualified laboratory
experienced in testing such materials. Certified test results and duplicate sets of
properly identified sample coupons, including representative laboratory-prepared
samples as well as tank samples shall be forwarded to Buyer.
6. When specified by Buyer, additional test samples shall be cut from the actual
fabrication (nozzle or manhole cutouts for example), shall be full thickness of the
item produced, and shall not be machined on either surface. All nozzle cutouts
penetrating head-t0-shell joints will be labeled to indicate vessel and location from
which they were taken.
7. Tanks shall also be subject to on-site or in-plant inspections by a representative of

Buyer at any stage of construction. Such inspections would consist of verification of
fabrication procedures and workmanship, material checks, dimensional checks, and
verification of pressure tests (filling with water) on completed tanks. To facilitate
such inspections, Supplier shall advise Buyer of the production schedule for each
tank at least 1 week in advance of initiating fabrication. Buyer may establish hold
points in fabrication where mandatory inspections are to be performed.
8. Upon completion of final inspection and acceptance by Buyer, the tank shall be
hydrostatically tested by filling with water. Duration of test shall be no less than
1 hour.
2.5 Identification and Tagging
A. Tank shall have securely and permanently attached, a stainless steel metal tag
bearing the following information:
 Name of fabricator
 Date of manufacture
 Capacity
 All resins used
 Design temperature (maximum / minimum)
 Design pressure
 Purchase order number
 Specific gravity
 Model number (if applicable)
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B. Tanks shall be marked on a conspicuous location the North, South, East, and West
coordinates.
C. The color of paint for lettering shall conspicuously contrast with the vessel surface. The
height of the lettering shall be 75 mm.
2.6 Preparation for Shipment
A. Tanks that are shipped horizontal shall be mounted on padded cradles. All tank end
blocking used to prevent shifting of tanks must be padded and bear only upon the knuckle
radius of flat or dished head. When shipped vertical, tanks shall be secured to a pallet or
skid.
B. Tanks shall be secured to the cradles or skids to prevent rotation or other movement. In
turn, the cradles or skids shall be fastened securely to the truck bed or railroad car.
C. Tie-down straps shall have provision for thermal expansion and shall be padded where in
contact with the tank.
D. Flange faces shall be protected from damage by covering with suitable plywood or
hardboard, securely fastened.
Note!!! Tanks shall be positively vented at all times.
E. Open-top tanks shall be fitted with internal cross bracing to prevent damage from distortion
during transit and handling.
3. ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 01:
Laminate Wall Thickness
Attachment 02:
Laminate Defect Tolerances
Attachment 03:
Dimensional Tolerances
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Attachment 01
Laminate Wall Thickness
Thickness In Millimeters
5 6 8 10 & Up
Ultimate Tensile Strength 9,000 12,000 13,000 15,000
ASTM D638 - psi, min
Flexural Strength 16,000 19,000 20,000 22,000
Compressive Edge Strength 18,000 18,000 20,000 20,000
Modulus of Elasticity 700,000 800,000 900,000 1,000,000
Barcol Hardness 26 Minimum - Measured with Barcol
ASTM D785 Impressor Model GYZJ 934-1
Glass Content Calculated on the basis of Total Thickness
Measured By Ignition  Corrosion Resistant Inner Layers 25%
 Filament Wound Layers 50% - 60%
 Layup Reinforced with Woven Roving
50% - 60%
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Attachment 02
Laminate Defect Tolerances
Defect Process Surface Non Process Surface

Blisters None Max. 6 mm dia., 1.5 mm high
Burned Areas None None
Chips None Max. 16 mm with max thickness 20%
of wall
Cracks None None
Crazing None Slight
Dry Spots None Max. 138 sq cm / sq meter
Entrapped Air None in resin-rich layers. If in 3 mm dia. max. - no more than 3% of
laminate, 1.5 mm dia. Max. and area
1 / sq cm max.
Exposed Glass None None
Exposed Cut Edges None None
Foreign Matter None None if it affects the Properties of the
laminate
Pits Max. 3 mm dia. × .8 mm deep, Max. 3 mm dia. × 1.5 mm deep
Max. 105 / sq meter
Scratches None (Coated) None
Surface Porosity None None
Wrinkles Max. deviation 20% of wall thickness, Max. deviation 20% of wall
but not exceeding 3 mm thickness, but not exceeding 5 mm
Sharp Discontinuity None None
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Attachment 03
Dimensional Tolerances
Laminate Defect Tolerance Limits
Diameter 
(including out-of-roundness)
Sidewall Taper 
Height with max. of mm
Flange Alignment 
Manhole (Inspection Cover Alignment) 
Nozzle Centerlines .4 mm per 300 mm of height with
max of  mm
Knuckle radius at top and bottom head- 38 mm min.
sidewall joints
Nozzle Squareness with sidewall

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Power and Water Utility Company for Jubail and Yanbu (MARAFIQ) Master Specification MQ-SP-M-4004

Project Name: MARAFIQ SPEC DEVELOPMENT Date: 09 Feb 2011

SPECIFICATION –FRP TANKS

Revision Date Originator's Reviewed/Checked By Pages

APPROVALS SIGNATURES DATE

ISSUED FOR : Construction X Other Issued Approved

SPECIFICATION –FRP TANKS

A 16 SEPT 2010 ISSUED TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR REVIEW

0 15 NOV 2010 ISSUED FOR CLIENT REVIEW

1 09 FEB 2011 ISSUED APPROVED

SPECIFICATION –FRP TANKS

1.1 Scope of Specification ........................................................................................................ 4

1.2 References ............................................................................................................................ 4

1.3 Performance Requirement ................................................................................................... 4

1.4 Submittals .............................................................................................................................. 5

1.5 Site Conditions ...................................................................................................................... 6

2.0 PRODUCTS ..................................................................................................................................... 6

2.2 Performance Warranty ........................................................................................................... 7

2.3 Design Requirements ............................................................................................................. 7

A. Design Criteria ................................................................................................................... 7

B. Basic Materials and Methods ........................................................................................... 8

C. Fabrication and Manufacture ........................................................................................... 9

2.4 Inspection and Tests ............................................................................................................ 11

2.5 Identification and Tagging ................................................................................................... 12

2.6 Preparation for Shipment..................................................................................................... 14

SPECIFICATION –FRP TANKS

1.1 Scope of Specification

A. ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials)

1. D 3299-88 Standard specification for Filament Wound Glass-Fiber-Reinforced

B. BSI (British Standards Institute)

1. BS 4994:1987 British Standards Specification for Design and Construction of

C. SPI (Society of the Plastics Industry)

1.3 Performance Requirement

SPECIFICATION –FRP TANKS

1. Supplier’s drawings, calculations, and engineering data shall be in English and in

B. Documents for Review

2. Review of Supplier’s documents by MARAFIQ does not relieve Supplier of the

2. Drawings shall be complete and shall include as a minimum the following

a. Item Number and Purchase Order Number

b. References: Supplier shall include on drawings a reference to all applicable

c. External / internal design pressure and temperature. Minimum tank design

d. Thickness and materials specifications for all components.

e. Hydrostatic test pressure and test water temperature.

f. Relevant fabrication, inspection and nondestructive examination requirements.

SPECIFICATION –FRP TANKS

g. Estimated weight of tank empty and full of water.

h. Pertinent dimensions, including joint locations, nozzle location and projection,

k. The tank manufacturer shall submit recommendations for foundation cushion

l. Installation and field handling requirements shall be submitted with certified

m. Drawings and additional information shall be submitted in accordance with the

n. Where drawing(s) make exception to this specification, the drawing(s) shall be

Supplier shall submit checked design calculations for review.

Reference samples of laminate quality at critical sections shall be submitted by Supplier.

1.5 Site Conditions

SPECIFICATION –FRP TANKS

B. The fabricator is encouraged to submit a quotation on alternative methods of construction.

2.2 Performance Warranty

2.3 Design Requirements

SPECIFICATION –FRP TANKS