Mist Eliminator

Technical Handbook Installation

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 Contents
1. MaxiMesh® Mist Eliminators....................................................................4
1.1 Introduction...............................................................................................................................4
1.2 Equipment Description..............................................................................................................5
1.3 Receiving, Storage and Mist Eliminator Inspection...................................................................5
1.4 Existing Vessel Inspection.........................................................................................................6
1.5 Requirements to a New Vessel Support Structure....................................................................6
1.6 Internals Fixing Options.............................................................................................................7
1.6.1 Compensation Rings.....................................................................................................................7
1.6.2 Double Rings.................................................................................................................................7
1.6.3 Fixing Cage...................................................................................................................................7
1.6.4 Wire Fixing....................................................................................................................................7
1.6.5 L-Bolt Fixing..................................................................................................................................7
1.6.6 J-Type Clamp Fixing.....................................................................................................................7
1.7 Installation.................................................................................................................................9
1.7.1 Vertical Vessel with Single Ring of Support..................................................................................9
1.7.2 Vertical Vessels with Two Supporting Rings...............................................................................10
1.7.3 Horizontal Vessel with Horizontal MaxiMesh® Mist Eliminator....................................................11
1.7.4 Horizontal Vessel with Vertical MaxiMesh® Mist Eliminator........................................................12
1.8 Final Inspection........................................................................................................................12
1.9 Cleaning and Maintenance......................................................................................................13
1.10 Elimination of Operational Failures..........................................................................................14

2. CS Vane Separator Mist Eliminator....................................................15

2.1 Introduction...............................................................................................................................15
2.2 Equipment Description.............................................................................................................15
2.3 Receiving/ Storage of the CS Vane-Separator Mist Eliminator...............................................15
2.4 Inspection and Pre-Assembly..................................................................................................16
2.5 Inspection of the Existing Vessel.............................................................................................16
2.6 Fixing Types.............................................................................................................................16
2.6.1 Frame Fixing...............................................................................................................................16
2.6.2 J – Bolt Fixing.............................................................................................................................17
2.6.3 Expander Beam Fixing................................................................................................................18
2.7 Final Inspection........................................................................................................................18
2.8 Recomendations......................................................................................................................18

3. CS FiberBed® Mist Eliminator...............................................................19

3.1 Introduction...............................................................................................................................19
3.2 Equipment Discharge...............................................................................................................19
3.3 Storage.....................................................................................................................................19
3.4 Installation................................................................................................................................20
3.4.1 General.......................................................................................................................................20
3.4.2 Joints...........................................................................................................................................20
Screw Torque..........................................................................................................................................21
3.5 Recomendations......................................................................................................................22
 1. MaxiMesh® Mist Eliminators
1.1 Introduction
Thank you for your request of the MAXIMESH® diameter of the vessel, or tower housing to avoid
mist eliminator. We appreciate your business and interference with the walls of the vessel and with
will do everything possible to ensure that your grids of adjacent sections. If you find any difficulty
MAXIMESH® presents a performance that meets during installation, prior to any change in the parts
your expectations. shipped, contact your nearest Clark Solutions
Since it is important to ensure proper installation, service or your local representative for assistance,
please carefully follow the instructions. because changes can affect the performance.
Solutions developed by Clark’s engineers to assist
our clients in installing MAXIMESH®, this pattern
manual should be complemented with specific
designs. Be sure to read this manual together with
the drawings in preparation for installation.
Note the following aspects that are typical of most of
the units for which we supply.
CS eliminator MAXIMESH® mist eliminator are
manufactured with oversize to accommodate up
to any deformation of the vessel and to ensure a
tight fit between the sections and the vessel wall,
or tower housing. The grids are smaller than the

IMPORTANT: The information in this manual are

based on proper techniques for common installation
situations, which may or may not suit your needs.
It is not expressed or implied any guarantee. No
information in this document constitutes an invitation
to infringe any patents issued or that may be
published. All descriptions and specifications are
subject to change without notice. Any changes made
to the product without prior written consent of Clark
Tecnologia Química, Indústria e Comércio Ltda. will
invalidate any mechanical or process guarantee.
MAXIMESH® is a registered trademark of Clark
Tecnologia Química, Industria e Comercio Ltda.

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1.2 Equipment Description

The MaxiMesh® mist eliminator is formed by

independent sections, allowing installation over the
manhole.
The filter sections are installed inside the
vessel, vessel for diverse installation means,
while respecting the necessary pre determined
specifications by the design department.

1.3 Receving, Storage and Mist Eliminator Inspection

Receiving / Storage

Localization – Dry and clean ambient.

Type – Coverage or adequate protection for
the boxes: canvas for a short period or a closed
warehouse for long period.
The mist eliminator is shipped in a wooden box,
suitable for transportation.
Verify and document any damage during transport,
by contacting Clark Solutions or carrier.

Inspection

Localization – Directly adjacent to the installation designs, according to the shipping documents;
site. 3 – Check the labels that indicate TOPSIDE as the
Degrading – At the time of installation. requirement of orientation;
1 – Put all the sections with the labels upside; 4 – In the inspection, remember that the MAXIMESH®
2 – Check if there is no transport damage and if the mist eliminator was manufactured slightly oversized
pieces count is the same as in Clark Solutions to avoid gaps when the unit is installed.

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1.4 Existing Vessel Inspection

Make sure you have easy access to the vessel and,

for your safety, make sure that all your requirements
for confined space entry have been met.
Clark Solutions provided the designs that shows
your MAXIMESH® mist eliminator configuration.
Compare these designs with the vessel drawing to
get familiar with the MAXIMESH® mist eliminator
installation.
The MAXIMESH® mist eliminators are projected to
acomodate typical tolerances of vessels eccentricity.

Removal of the existing mist eliminator

If you are replacing an existing mist eliminator by a

MAXIMESH®, your first step should be to remove
the former equipment.
Make notes as you removing the old unit. Note how
it was established in the vessel supports.
Suggestion: Installers can call the process
engineering department to inspect the old mesh
before its removal to help in the identification of
operational failures.
If the existing mist eliminator is built in sections
(typical when access is through a manhole), first
remove a section of the media. It should be well
adjusted, without the need for excessive force.
Remove the fixing subjecting a section at a time to
prevent loose sections fall.
After it has been removed from a section, the others
will come more easily. Removed all sections, inspect
the brackets to see if they are still appropriate to set
the new MAXIMESH®. Repair any damage such as
corrosion, cracked weld, twisting or warping of the
substrates.

1.5 Requirements to a new Vessel Support Structure

Make sure that everything is in accordance with

the vessel design, support and the MAXIMESH®.
If a central beam is part of the design, make sure it
is level, it is flat and is rigidly secured to the vessel.
Clark Solutions has developed maximum lengths
recommended for MAXIMESH® sections without
support, to keep fit and performance of the
equipment. Contact the technical assistance of
Clark Solutions or its representative for design
recommendations. The maximum permissible
spans of support vary in grid construction and
function of the material.

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1.6 Internals Fixing Options

1.6.1 Compensation Rings

If this vessel is equipped with a compensating ring

(a ring which is kept away from the vessel wall
by means of spacers), it can be used with wire or
mooring wire (as shown), or J-bolts, and clamps to
secure the MAXIMESH®.

1.6.2 Double Rings

For installations that employ two rings, the ring

closest to the manhole will have removable
sections (see below). This is the preferred method
for installation from above, but can also be used for
installations from below.
Screw the removable sections in place after it has
been installed the section of MAXIMESH® mist
eliminator.

1.6.3 Fixing Cage

The MAXIMESH® mist eliminators of one piece can

be fixed with a cage. The cage fits directly on top
of MAXIMESH® and is secured in position by the
upper flange of the vessel or screw head. Place the
cage on MAXIMESH® and then secure the plate or
head flange. The project should provide a tight fit on
the MAXIMESH®.

1.6.4 Wire Fixing

Mount the sections of the right and left of the center

of the vessel, leaving the central section to be fitted
last.
After installation, all sections should be properly tied
to the backing ring using the supplied wire. Each
section should be tied in its 04 corners, passing the
wire through the backing ring bore and the boring
bar lower grille. End twisting the tying wire with the
use of pliers.

1.6.5 L-Bolt Fixing

The mist eliminator installation does not require numbered labels, tied in part itself, as provided
any special tools or accessories. Will be required drawing. The assembly sequence is described
just a 3/8” wrench. The MAXIMESH® sections are below:

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1 - Note that there is on the upper side of the fixing
hook (side of this label) an indicator arrow, as shown
in Image 1.

2 - Note that there is a flat iron support with central

tear welded at the side of MAXIMESH® grill and
serves as a support for the U-bolt hook.

3 - Start the assembly by turning the hook in such a

way that arrow indicator is opposed to tearing of the
Image 1
iron as shown in Image 1.

4 - Mount sections of the right and left of the center 6 - In this position, the curved portion of the hook
of the vessel, leaving the central section to be “L” had been fitted below the support ring as shown
mounted last. in image 3.

5 - Turn back the hook “L”, aligning the arrow with 7 - Tighten the lock nut hook “L”
the tear of curling iron.

Image 2 Image 3
upper side of the MAXIMESH® lower side of the MAXIMESH®

1.6.6 J-Type Clamp Fixing

1 - Handle sections always with the help of two

people.
2 - Provide stable platform internally in the vessel,
to allow security officials responsible for assembly.
3 - Avoid when handling the parts inside the vessel,
the permanence of people below the mounting
position.
4 - Use proper footwear when working with moving
heavy parts.

Fasteners type “J” replace the fixings by wire,

speeding assembly and eliminating the need
for drilling of bushes and supports beams. They
are installed on the bottom shelf equipment in
number of 04 per section. Its base plate is mounted
underneath the ring or backing beam as its hook is
attached to the flat bar equipment grid and attached
to the base plate by nuts and washers.
The base plate has teeth to ensure a better locking
in the machine grid, and has an elongated slot to
facilitate adjustment of the clamp J.

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1.7 Installation

The diameter of the mesh is slightly larger than

the inner diameter of the vessel to prevent gas
passage. The MAXIMESH® mist eliminators made
in one piece (whole) are installed by pressing the
unit into the vessel (column, tank, etc.) from above
to rest in a ring or ears.
CAUTION: Welding spatter can prevent proper
installation of MAXIMESH® mist eliminator and
cause irreparable damage to the fabric. Make
sure that they are grinded before installing
MAXIMESH® mist eliminator.
A typical fixation technique is the fixing cage. See
pages fixing diagrams and explanations of these
methods.

Installation Tip

Before installing any section, measure and draw

lines in support rings, indicating where to drop the
corner of each section. Align each section along
these lines as you progress through the installation.
This is an efficient method to ensure that each
section is thoroughly aligned and compressed.

Necessary Tools

A measuring tape, a T ruler, two metal sheets with - 150mm (6 “).

approximately the following dimensions: width = In cases of different accommodations specific tools
thickness of the section of MAXIMESH® + 300mm that can also be used may be required.
(12 “) length = length of the section of MAXIMESH®

1.7.1 Vertical Vessel with Single Ring of Support

Your MAXIMESH® mist eliminator was manufactured

in sections to pass through a manhole and make
installation easier.
Start putting the final sections on the support ring.
Measure to make sure that the sections are installed
parallel and properly compressed. Compression of
each section is important as it goes to the center.
Once a section is in place and properly compressed,
use the setting so that it does not move.
Add the sections adjacent on both sides until only a
section to be placed.

CAUTION: Never step or walk on the MAXIMESH®

because it was not designed to support this charge.

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Notes:

Installation from above

1 - Place the last session on the remaining vacant
space by aligning it carefully.
2 - Then squeeze the drive down, alternating ends
to apply pressure until the section is in place.

Installation from below

1 - Tilt and lift the final section through the remaining
vertical space until it is completely above the other
sections of M.E. MAXIMESH®.
2 - Then place it evenly over the remaining space.
Pull it down through the gap to get to your position.
3 - If there is difficulty in mounting the last central
section, proceed as one of the descriptions below:

a) Bend the section adjoining the central section to

be installed, keeping a side resting on the ring and
the other raised. Engage the other core section in
a way that also support one of the side ring and
the other side lean against the side of the central
section already installed Thus, the core sections are
positioned forming an inverted “V”. Pull low these
two sections, clutching the lower grade of the filter.
This is necessary, having in mind that the diameter
of the MAXIMESH® is slightly larger than the internal
diameter of the vessel and thus the rest space for
the placement of the last section would not allow
the installation thereof. It is then expected some
resistance when installing the last section.

b) Another procedure would be to use thin plate

sheets, placed along adjacent sections already
installed in order to avoid direct contact between
the last loop section to the mesh sections of already
installed. With these plates positioned on the sides
of the sections already in place, pull the last section
through the remaining empty space. After installing
the last section to remove these plates, taking care
not to catch in the mesh wires. Also remove the
plastic tags tied at the top of the filter sections. If
there is no access from the top, one must remove
these labels before assembling the last section.

1.7.2 Vertical Vessels with Two Supporting Rings

This type of installation must be equipped with With removable sections of the ring and removed
removable sections on the ring to allow the from the beam, place the end sections of
removal or installation of the individual sections of MAXIMESH® in place with the end of the medium
MAXIMESH®. within the I-beam and between the outer end rings.
If a center beam for longer spans is used, it should The removable sections of the ring and the beam
also be removable section. are MAXIMESH® side of the inspection port.

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Install sections starting from the outer wall and add
sections toward the center.
The final sections of MAXIMESH® must be installed
according to the instructions on the preceding pages.
Note that must be used a few temporary fixing means
(such as C clamps on the ring) for exerting pressure
on each installed section until the latter section is in
place. After the removable support sections may be
bolted in place.
CAUTION: Never step or walk on the MAXIMESH®
mist eliminator because it was not designed to support
this charge.
Note that you should be a snap-on or compression fit.
Expect resistance because the final section of the grid
fields in the corners of the meshes installed. To make
installation easier and to avoid distortion of the mesh,
use a sheet of metal, cardboard or other thin, flat
material between the surfaces of the meshes (such
as a shoehorn) to reduce interference and resistance.
Remove the foil used to assist the installation after the
last section is placed.

1.7.3 Horizontal Vessel with Horizontal MaxiMesh® Mist Eliminator

In horizontal vessels in which the MAXIMESH®

is located near the top of the vessel in a horizontal
position, MAXIMESH® is normally rectangular, but
may be chamfered to fit the contours of the wall or top.
Typically, the MAXIMESH® is included in a dividing
baffle seated or directly against the body vessel, so
that the vapors are forced through the MAXIMESH®.
Supporting details vary, but the common goal is to
keep MAXIMESH® sections in place without open
spaces.
Start with the ends and work toward the location of the
removable support section.
Measure to ensure that the sections are installed
parallel. Compression of each section is important as
you advance.

Once placed and compressed a section, use an

adapter to get it is securely, add the adjacent sections
on both sides until only a section to be installed.
Note that you should be a snap-on or compression
fit. Expect resistance because the final section of the
grid fields in the corners of the meshes installed. To
make installation easier and to avoid distortion of the
mesh, use a sheet of metal, cardboard or other thin,
flat material between the surfaces of the meshes
(such as a shoehorn) to reduce interference and
resistance.
Remove the foil used to assist the installation after
the last section is placed.

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1.7.4 Horizontal Vessel with Vertical MaxiMesh® Mist Eliminator

The MAXIMESH® units in this configuration are

often mounted between two semicircular rings. If
the MAXIMESH® does not extend through the full
diameter of the vessel, a support on the underside
may form a segment. removable sections such
as those mounted on the pages of fixing options
allow installation and removal of MAXIMESH®
sections as needed.
With the withdrawal removable section, placing
the start of MAXIMESH® end sections on each
side of the vessel.
Add the other sections, working toward the section
of the removable ring or channel.

Install the final section through the opening left by

removable sections. Replace the section of the
removable ring or channel.
Note that you should be a snap-on or compression
fit. Expect resistance because the final section of
the grid fields in the corners of the meshes installed.
To make installation easier and to avoid distortion
of the mesh, use a sheet of metal, cardboard or
other thin, flat material between the surfaces of the
meshes (such as a shoehorn) to reduce interference
and resistance.
Remove the foil used to assist the installation after
the last section is placed.

1.8 Final Inspectation

1 - Examine the completed installation to check

for uniform compression in all joints and “press fit”
around the entire perimeter.
2 - Make sure that all sections are evenly seated
in the vessel brackets and fasteners are in place
and fixed.
3 - Remove all temporary materials (packaging,
installation tools, wires, loose wires or screws,
cardboard, metal sheet and any other material
used to facilitate the installation).
4 - Be particularly careful to check the orientation
of MAXIMESH® again. Often the eraser Clark
Solutions has a specific side, up or down, or
whether the input or output flow having in this
case an indicative label.
5 - Finally remove all loose labels of the
MAXIMESH®.
6 - Mooring wire between the section should be
removed

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1.9 Cleaning and Maintenance
One possible cause of premature operational
problems in the MAXIMESH® is the accumulation of
foreign matter in the mesh. If your file contains fluids
(or solids) that contribute to this problem, routine
cleaning cycles can extend the life of MAXIMESH®
and help maintain its good performance.
CUIDADO: Nunca pise ou caminhe sobre o M.E.
MAXIMESH® pois ele não foi projetado para
suportar esta carga.

Cleaning of the installed section

The simplest method to clean an installed mesh

sector is through the use of a hose and manual
water or steam nozzle. Care should be taken to
use reasonable levels of pressure and liquid vapor
that do not damage the mesh. Detergents and
chemical solvents can be added, provided they are
compatible with the metallurgy of the meshes.
An alternative cleaning method is to boil in a filled
pot. This technique can be very effective, but
obviously does not work in many vessels.

Remove the MAXIMESH® mist eliminator to clean

In the case of clogged areas or fouling resistant, the unit, marking the location of each section and
removal of the sectors exhibits a better alternative. the direction (up or down) of each section.
Depending on the nature of the fouling, water jet or The simplest method to clean an installed mesh
water with chemical solutions may eliminate most of sector is through the use of a hose and manual
the extraneous material. water or steam nozzle. Care should be taken to
Certain types of fouling, coking for example, do use reasonable levels of pressure and liquid vapor
not respond to any conventional cleaning method. that do not damage the mesh. Detergents and
In such cases, the M.E. MAXIMESH® must be chemical solvents can be added, provided they are
replaced. compatible with the metallurgy of the meshes.
There should be especial care to reinstall the An alternative cleaning method is to boil in a filled
sectors with the same orientation as there were pot. This technique can be very effective, but
before the recession. Put labels before removing obviously does not work in many vessels.

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1.10 Elimination of Operational Failures
After your MAXIMESH ® mist eliminator has can be given in the following ways:
been installed and is operating, its monitoring

Pressure Drop:

1 - If the pressure drop increase more than 25 mm

(1 “) of water column above normal original levels of
operation, check clogging signals (waste formation
in the mesh wire). If installed a spray system with
clean washing liquid until the pressure drop back to
its original level;
2 - If the pressure drop lower, watch performance
issues.

Visual / Dimensional inspection

1 - During the shutdown check for open spaces,

holes or voids that indicate that MAXIMESH®
sections may have moved, or corrosion may have
created holes. Corrosion can greatly reduce the
mesh density over time. This may be hard to see,
but can be accompanied by the weakness of the
mesh. Even though there are no obvious holes,
it may be necessary to change the MAXIMESH®.
Some users monitor the wire diameter measuring it
with a micrometer;
2 - Due to corrosion there is a gradual reduction in the
diameter of the wire mesh. When your MAXIMESH®
is new should be measured the diameter of the
wires. Periodically monitor the diameter of the wires.
When it decreases more than 25%, its effectiveness
is seriously compromised and you may need to
change the MAXIMESH®;
3 - Corrosion, localized erosion, process disorders,
uneven distribution of flow and other factors can
cause voids or holes in the mesh. This will allow a
vapor canal through MAXIMESH® and there always
is a reduction of efficiency;
4 - Examine the MAXIMESH®. If its appearance
is poor, the distortion should be investigated and
corrected.

Eficiency

1 - You can monitor the capture efficiency of

the mist eliminator through direct or indirect
measurements made throughout the process.
The efficiency of this variation may be indicative
of either variation of the process conditions such
as displacement of the sections or corrosion of
the grid or support structures.

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 2. CS Vane Separator Mist Eliminator

2.1 Introduction
The purpose of this manual is to assist a satisfactory safety during the course of installation services.
installation of the CS-Vane Separator mist eliminator Dimensional information of the equipment, as well
within the shelter vessel. as layout and distance between sections, type of
It is very important the correct handling of the sections setting, are in Clark Solutions design submitted for
that make up the equipment to ensure complete approval.

2.2 Equipment Description

The CS Vane-Separator mist eliminator consists

of independent sections formed by equally spaced
foils and locked together. The nominal diameter of
the device after assembly is 25 to 30mm smaller
than the nominal diameter of the host vessel.
The sections are manufactured to allow mounting
through manhole / inspection. The sections are
installed inside the housing vessel, being supported
on the lower ring (sides and corners) and backing
beams, if any (right side).
The distance between sections should be equal to
the distance between the blades.

2.3 Receiving/ Storage of the CS Vane-Separator

Mist Eliminator
The CS-Vane Separator mist eliminator is shipped
in a wooden box, suitable for transportation. Verify
and document any damage during transport, by
contacting CLARK SOLUTIONS or carrier.
If the installation of the equipment does not occur
soon after receipt, the box should be kept dry, clean
and covered environment. For long term storage
it is recommended to keep the box in storage or
living area.

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2.4 Inspection and Pre-Assembly

Take out of the box all sections of the mist eliminator,

verify that no damage has occurred during transport
(loose blades or shriveled ends) and the number
of sections is according to the indicated in the
reference design of Clark Solutions.
Pre mount the floor sections, according to the
drawing, while remaining suitable for spacing
adjacent sections.
Measure the diameter of 02 positions. Note that
the diameter shall be 20 to 35mm smaller than the
internal diameter of the host vessel.

2.5 Inspection of the Existing Vessel

Ensure that there is easy access to the inside of the

vessel, and that all requirements for confined space
entry have been met.
Check that the backing ring and the beams of
backing (for bi-party equipment and Tri-Party) were
correctly installed, according to the drawing sent by
Clark Solutions. Check if they are level with the flat
upper surfaces, free of burrs or solder bumps and
rigidly attached to the inner wall of the vessel.
Check that there are no obstacles or internal and
that may difficult and / or prevent the installation of
the equipment.
Predict platform (scaffolding) inside the vessel for
placement of sections waiting for the installation as
well as for safe movement of the assemblers during
the performance of services.

2.6 Fixing Types

2.6.1 Frame Fixing

The CS-Vane is composed of one or more modules

welded, formed by spaced metallic sheets and
also locked together. The nominal dimensions of
the modules have a gap of 10 to 15 mm in order to
ensure perfect assembly thereof inside the shelter
vessel.
The modules are constructed to allow mounting by
opening the upper side of the under vessel.
The locking of the module into the vessel is due to
the own weight of the equipment and the vessel
under the project.
The mist eliminator installation does not require any
special tools oraccessories. Will be needed just two
wrenches / fixed for closing the housing cover.

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 You should be hoisting module already with the
housing cover removed, installing the same, taking
care to verify the installation of the same side (the
modules are identified by metallic sticker) as sense
of gas flow.
It should also be noted the number of modules for
the shelter of vessel in question.
Depending on the final height of the under vessel
may be provided for mounting two modules one
upon the other (they will be referred to as “Module
High” and “Low Modulus”).
Remove the lifting eyes after assembly of the
upper module, so there is no interference with the
mounting of the vessel under the cover.
Place the housing cover, not forgetting to put the
gasket (PTFE tape Board 7mm x 20mm) all around,
thus preventing a possible gas leak.

2.6.2 J – Bolt Fixing

Installing CLARK SOLUTIONS mist eliminator does

not require any special tools or accessories. It will
be only needed two wrenches for tightening the
nuts J Bolt (3./8” nuts).
Is recommended to start the installation by smaller
sections (along the vessel wall), followed toward the
center. This procedure should be performed on both
sides of the vessel, leaving the central section to be
mounted last.
If the equipment is bi or tri-party, the sections
belonging to the same longitudinal alignment should
be assembled together.
The distance between sections should follow the
values in providing design of Clark Solutions.
If it is observed, during application of the last set of placement of J Bolts (plate with fixing hook), the 04
core sections, the free space is smaller than the width corners of each section.
of these sections should be moved adjacent sections, The J Bolt plate shall be supported in the lower ring /
in order to increase this free space. backing beam and the clamp hooked on the spacer
After placement of the central section return the pipes of each section. After positioning the J Bolt as
adjacent sections so that the spacing between them is described above must tighten the nut, the clip is pulling
specified in the drawing (acceptable tolerance of 5mm down and ending with the locking of the lock nut.
to greater or lesser). The correct method of attachment, with schematic
The fixation of the sections should be done with the sketches, lies in Clark Solutions design

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2.6.3 Expander Beam Fixing

The installation of the mist eliminator by beams or

angles is given based on a ring for support of the
equipment and on the other hand the locking takes
place by means of screws which press against the
beam angle or the mist eliminator.

2.7 Final Inspection

The final inspection is intended to verify that all

the installation steps were followed correctly to
ensure proper operation of the equipment.
Check that all sections are properly supported
in the support ring and beam backing (if any),
so that there are no sections supported by only
02 or 03 corners.
Check if the distances between sections were
obeyed.
Check that the mounting parts (J Bolts) were
placed in number 04 by section and properly
tightened.
Check that the ribbon seal is properly mounted
and the housing cover is properly tightened.
Check the passage of light between the cover /
seal / shelter vessel.
Remove all temporary materials (packaging,
tools, screws, etc.) that have been used during
the installation of equipment.

2.8 Recomendations

1 - Handling sections of the equipment to scrape

glove, or any type of glove cut-resistant.

2 - Handle sections always with the help of 02

people.

3 - Provide stable platform internally in the vessel,

to allow security officials responsible for assembly.

4 - Avoid when handling the parts inside the vessel,

the permanence of people below the mounting
position.

5 - Use proper footwear when working with moving

heavy parts.

6 - During the tightening of J Bolts, make sure that

the assembler has enough support to carry out
tightening effort.

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 3. CS FiberBed® Mist Eliminator

3.1 Introduction

The purpose of this manual is to assist

satisfactorily installing CS Fiberbed ® mist
eliminator within the vessel.
It is of utmost importance the proper handling of
the equipment to ensure complete safety during
the course of installation services. Dimensional
information of the equipment are in Clark
Solutions design submitted for approval.

3.2 Equipment Discharge

The equipment can be damaged by contact with It is necessary to check if there was any damage
sharp objects or inadequate discharge of the truck, during transport and take note for claims against
such as the withdrawal of the transport box by the the shipping company. Check also if all the
lid that can be opened. equipment is present.

3.3 Storage

The equipment should be stored in clean, dry

place, preferably in a warehouse. If the material
is allocated outdoors, it should be covered with
waterproof plastic, safe from any contact with water
or moisture. The product should not be placed on
the floor. If the equipment is stored for a long period
of time, it is necessary to analyze whether there
was no proliferation of worms in the fibers.
The boxes must be installed in the horizontal
position and not be stacked.

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3.4 Installation

3.4.1 General

1 - Check the design details of the equipment and the 4 - Avoid using sharp objects that may puncture the fiber;
tower or the vessel side to see where the element is to
be installed; 5 - The installation must be made mandatory with the
gasket installed between the mirror and the flange
2 - The elements should be lifted by the holes on the end element;
cover and then inside the flange;
6 - After mounting the element on the mirror not forgetting
3 - Before installing remove the plastic protective film that the gasket, install all screws or fasteners to ensure proper
involves the entire fiber element; grip and the necessary seal as shown in the torque chart.

3.4.2 Joints
Below are the main types of joints used in the
sealing of Fiberbed elements will be presented:

1 – Expanded PTFE joint tape – ¼’’

2 - Full Face Joint– 3,0mm expanded TFE

NOTE:
Other materials or thickness can be provided by
preliminary analysis

1 - Installation of the Sealing Board – Rope Type

a. – Cut the cord tape length specified in Table 1; placed as shown in Figure 2, that is, crossing the
b. – Select the length of the cord based on the ends to prevent leaks by the board;
diameter of the element and building materials;
7 - In all the facilities, but mainly in spare elements,
NOTE: the surface on which the joints will be installed
should be thoroughly cleaned to ensure perfect
1- flange element with the same body diameter is bonding and sealing;
called flangeless;
8 - Care must be taken to avoid damage to the
2- flange whose diameter exceeds the body member tapes, so do not leave the element contacting the
on both sides is called flanged type flange; joint until the screws are aligned.

3 - The string type joints flare when tightening the

screws ensure a tight seal;

4 - The tape must be installed by removing the

protective adhesive strip carefully, however, without
removing the ribbon adhesive bead while the gasket
strip and firmly pressed in place;

5 - The adhesive strip will fix the tape gasket in the

correct position to facilitate installation of the sail;
Image 2
6 - For a perfect installation the tape should be

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 Table 1 – Board cuts especification

Cage Construction Element Diameter Tape Lenght

Type
Material (inches) (inches)

Metal 30 Flanged 102

Metal 26 Flanged 89 1/2

Metal 24 Flangeless 75 1/2

Metal 24 Flanged 83

Metal 18 Flanged 64 1/2

Metal 15 Flanged 55

Metal 12 Flanged 45 1/2

Metal 10,5 Flanged 41 1/2

Metal 8,5 Flanged 34 1/2

Plastic (FRP) 24 Flangeless 75 1/2

Plastic (FRP) 24 Flanged 86 1/2

Plastic (FRP) 15 Flanged 58

2 - Procedure for Full Face TFE / Glass Fiber Board

a. Full Face type joints are supplied already pierced, b. The joint must be placed directly on the mirror
as the internal dimensions, external and hurricanes with matching hurricanes and the surface must be
of the elements mounting flange; completely clean for a perfect seating and sealing.

3.4.3 Screw Torque

Below the torque to be applied to the elements

fixing screws:

a. Screw all the screws until they are secure;

b. Using a standard method of mounting bolt as
the torque is indicated in Table 4.

4 Holes Flange 8 Holes Flange 12 Holes Flange 16 Holes Flange

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 Joint Element Element Screw Screw Torque
Type Type Style Type Lenght
(ft-lb) N-m
1/4” Rope Pastic
Flanged 1/2-13UNC 1.1/2” 30 40,67
Tape (FRP)

1/4” Rope Pastic Tube

Flangeless 5/8-11UNC Thickness 40 54,23
Tape (FRP) + 1”

1/4” Rope
Metal Flanged 1/2-13UNC 1” 45 61,01
Tape

1/4” Rope Tube

Metal Flangeless 1/2-13UNC Thickness 45 61,01
Tape + 5/8”

Glass Fiber
25% Metal Flanged 1/2-13UNC 1” 60 81,35

Glass Fiber Tube

25% Metal Flanged 1/2-13UNC Thickness 60 81,35
+ 5/8”

Tube
Full Face Metal Flanged 1/2-13UNC Thickness 60 81,35
+ 5/8”

NOTES:

1 - Tighten the screws gradually and interchangeably; it is less likely that the bolts are tightened evenly as
2 - It is recommended to use an impact wrench as specified.

3.5 Recomendations
1 – When Fiberbed® is installed in the mirror, or 2 – When Fiberbeds® are installed hanging from
your installation is up, it is important to realize the the mirror the sealing cups should be filled before
locking between the elements according to the departure thus avoiding preferential paths as
picture below; pictured below

Review Historical
Review Date Description Elaborate Reviewed Approved

•Social reason
alteration
03 18/11/2015 •Equipment name IAS ADR CAA
alteration
•General Review

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