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CONTENTS

1 INTRODUCTION

2 STANDARDS, CODES AND REFERENCES

3 ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN CRITERIA

3.1 GENERAL
3.2 AREA CLASSIFICATION
3.3 ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
3.4 UTILITIES AVAILABLE

4 DESIGN REQUIREMENTS
4.1 GENERAL
4.2 BASIC DESIGN
4.3 ACCESSORIES
4.4 SPECIFIC PUMP TYPES
4.5 VENDOR’S DATA
4.6 MAINTENANCE ACCESS AND WITHDRAWAL REQUIREMENT

5 INSPECTION, TESTING AND CERTIFICATION

5.1 GENERAL
5.2 GENERAL TEST REQUIREMENTS
5.3 REPORTS AND ACCEPTANCE CERTIFICATES
5.4 INSPECTION
5.5 TESTING
5.6 PREPARATION FOR SHIPMENT

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1 INTRODUCTION

This specification covers the minimum requirements needed for the design,
construction, supply, inspection, testing and shipment of packaged equipment to be
installed on CNOOC offshore platforms of LINGSHUI25-1 gas field located in South
China Sea, the People’s Republic of China.

The equipment shall be able to operate in highly saline atmosphere coupled with high
relative humidity conditions without further protection.

2 STANDARDS, CODES AND REFERENCES

The pumps shall be designed, manufactured, certified and tested in accordance with
the requirements of this specification, the data sheets, other project specification and
the following codes, standards and statutory regulation (the latest revision, where
applicable):

 SETC Safety Rules for Offshore Fixed Platforms

 API STD 610 Centrifugal Pumps for Petroleum, Petrochemical and

Natural Gas Industries

 API STD 614 Lubrication, Shaft-Sealing and Oil - Control Systems

and Auxiliaries

 API STD 670 Machinery Protection Systems

 API STD 682 Pumps-Shaft Sealing Systems for Centrifugal and

Rotary Pumps

 ISO 21940-11 Mechanical vibration -- Rotor balancing -- Part 11:

Procedures and tolerances for rotors with rigid
behaviour

 ISO21940-14 Mechanical vibration -- Rotor balancing -- Part 14:

Procedures for assessing balance errors

 ASME B16.5 Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings (NPS 1/2 through
NPS 24 Metric/Inch Standard)

 ASME B31.3 Process Piping

3 ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN CRITERIA

3.1 GENERAL

Unless otherwise stated on the data sheets, the centrifugal pump will be located in an
open, exposed area.

3.2 AREA CLASSIFICATION

The area classification for the centrifugal pump shall be as noted on the data sheets.

3.3 ENVIRONMENTAL DATA

The site environmental data shall be as noted on the data sheets.

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3.4 UTILITIES AVAILABLE

The utilities available are noted on the data sheets.

4 DESIGN REQUIREMENTS

4.1 GENERAL

This specification is only applicable to adapt to API STD 610 standard centrifugal
pumps. In addition to amendments where have done in this specification, the design
of centrifugal pumps shall be in accordance with the requirements of API STD 610,
Centrifugal Pumps for Petroleum, Petrochemical and Gas Industry Services.

For general service applications, where API STD 610 is not specifically called upon
the pump data sheet, the VENDOR may offer his standard design for consideration,
provided it is guaranteed for the specified duties.

4.2 BASIC DESIGN

4.2.1 GENERAL

Impellers with vanes on the back for balancing axial thrust shall not be used without
specific approval by the PURCHASER.

Balancing of axial thrust shall be achieved by means of individually balanced

impellers, opposed impeller arrangements or the use of balance pistons/drums.
However balance pistons shall not be used on applications involving the pumping of
liquids containing abrasive.

The NPSH required will refer to data sheet, if it is not specified, The NPSH required
shall be at least 1.0 meter less than the NPSH available.

Pumps with rated capacity to the right of the best efficiency point on the
head/capacity curve aren’t acceptable.

Pumps shall have stable head/capacity curves, which rise continuously to shut off.

Pumps, drivers and associated equipment shall be designed to minimize the

generation of noise. Unless otherwise specified on the data sheet the following limits,
at a distance of 1m from the equipment surface, shall be met:

Sound Pressure Limit Pump and Driver is 85 dB (A).

These noise limits shall be reduced by 5 dB (A) for impulsive and narrow band noise.

4.2.2 PRESSURE CASINGS

The suction side of all pumps shall be designed for the same Maximum allowable
working pressure (MAWP) as the discharge section unless otherwise approved.

Pump shall have suction and discharge flanges of the same pressure and
temperature rating.

Radially split casings shall have confined solid metal, or confined spiral wound
gaskets.

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4.2.3 ROTORS

Collets shall not be used on vertically suspended pumps.

Impellers shall have solid hubs.

Shaft sleeves shall be coated with Colmonoy 6 or Stellite 6 over the seal contact area.
VENDOR may offer alternative measures to guarantee the requirement of shaft
sleeve provided that they must be approved by the PURCHASER.

4.2.4 MECHANICAL SHAFT SEALS

Mechanical seals shall be as shown on the pump data sheet. The pump's VENDOR
shall be responsible for the engineering and installation of the mechanical seal and its
ancillary equipment.

As a minimum requirement, the seal end plates shall be of the same material as the
pump casing. Carbon steel gland plates shall be supplied with ductile iron pump
casings (if approved by PURCHASER). Any special material requirements will be
specified on the pump data sheet.

When recirculation to seal from pump discharge is required, API plan 1 shall not be
used.

All vertical pumps with mechanical seals shall be equipped with a vent connection
and valve at the highest point of the seal space.

Seal cages shall be equipped with tapped holes or other means to facilitate their
removal. Pumps handling liquids containing abrasive shall have provision(s) for
injection of a flushing liquid.

4.2.5 DYNAMICS

During shop testing of all antifriction bearing pumps, operating at any speed, the
maximum allowable unfiltered RMS vibration velocity, measured on the bearing
housing, shall not exceed 3mm/s over the operating range from 50 percent to 110
percent of rated capacity.

During shop testing of all hydro dynamic bearing pumps, the maximum allowable
unfiltered RMS vibration velocity, measured on the shaft, shall not exceed 7.5mm/s
over the operating range from 50 percent to 110 percent of rated capacity. In addition
the maximum allowable unfiltered double amplitude of vibration (including shaft
runout) shall not exceed the following limits:
Speed Double Amplitude of Vibration
(r/min) (Micrometers)
Below 1000 80
1000-4500 65
4501-6000 50
Over 6000 40

When specified on the pump data sheet, provision shall be made on hydrodynamic
bearing pumps for the installation of proximity probes in accordance with API STD
670.

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The assembled rotor(s) shall be dynamically balanced.

4.2.6 LUBRICATION

The pressure lubrication system shall be in accordance with the requirements of the
data sheet (s), API 610 and API 614 (where applicable).

4.2.7 MATERIALS

Materials of construction shall be in accordance with those listed on the pump data
sheets.

The VENDOR may propose equivalent or superior alternatives if, based on his
experience, these would render equal or better service.

Supplementary acceptance criteria required by the PURCHASER for individual

components of the pump(s) shall be as stated on the data sheet (s).

Cast iron shall not be used for pressure containing parts without prior approval by the
PURCHASER.

The VENDOR shall provide material certificates giving chemical composition and
mechanical data for pressure-containing parts and all main components of the pump.

Liquid penetrant or magnetic particle examination is required for all auxiliary

connections for 12% Chrome (Class C6) material.

100 percent ultrasonic or radiographic examination of casing welds is required for

suction, discharge nozzles and seam welds for pump types BB5, and VS7.

4.2.8 NAMEPLATES AND ROTATION ARROWS

Nameplates and rotation arrows shall comply with the requirements of Specification
for Package General and API 610.

SI units shall be used.

Rotation arrows shall be cast in or attached to each major item of rotating equipment
at a readily visible location.

4.2.9 PAINTING AND PROTECTIVE COATING REQUIREMENT

Painting and protective coating and the procedures for preparation for painting shall
be in accordance with the requirements of the Specification for Protective Coating of
Surface Facilities or VENDOR shall state his standard coating scheme for
PURCHASER’s approval.

4.3 ACCESSORIES

4.3.1 DRIVERS

Unless otherwise approved, drivers for pumps shall be mounted in the pump, aligned
and match marked by VENDOR.

All electrical components, including electric motor drivers, shall be supplied in

accordance with the requirements of the related project Specifications (where

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appropriate):

 Specification for Low Voltage Squirrel-Cage Induction Motors

 Specification for Medium Voltage Squirrel-Cage Induction Motors

Drivers shall be capable of starting on full load against relief valve setting at
downstream piping.

Solid shaft, vertical motors with integral support skirts suitable for spigot mounting
direct to the pump casings or motor pedestals are preferred. The use of hollow shaft
motors is not acceptable without prior approval by the PURCHASER.

4.3.2 COUPLINGS AND GUARDS

Couplings and coupling to shaft junctures shall be rated for at least 150% of the
maximum driver power, including any motor service factor.

Couplings on pumps operating at speeds above 4000 rpm shall be dynamically

balanced in accordance with ISO 21940 (or equivalent).

Coupling guards shall meet all codes designated herein and any Government
Statutory Requirements and shall be designed to permit ease of installation and
removal. Coupling guards shall be constructed of non-sparking material. (Brass or
equal, Aluminium is not permitted).

Coupling guards shall not deflect over 1/8”, contact moving components, or result in a
permanent deformation when subjected to a 200lb. static load applied in any
direction.

4.3.3 BASE PLATES

All vertical pumps, other than double case or canned type, shall be furnished with a
separate sole plate by the VENDOR.

4.3.4 PIPING AND APPURTENANCES

All materials installed shall be suitable for use in a marine environment.

Pipe of nominal size, 1 1/4”, 1 3/4”, 2 1/2”, 3 1/2”, 5”, 7” and 9” is prohibited except as
necessary to connect equipment. Any prohibited size necessary shall be changed to
conventional size immediately adjacent to equipment.

The piping design shall meet the applicable latest edition of the relevant standards.

 ASME B16.5 Pipe Flanges & Flanged Fittings (NPS 1/2 Through NPS 24)

 ASME B31.3 Process Piping

Instrumentation required shall be as specified on the pump requisition and shall

conform to the requirements of the relevant sections of the Project instrumentation
specifications referenced on the pump requisition.

4.4 SPECIFIC PUMP TYPES

4.4.1 SINGLE STAGE OVERHUNG PUMPS

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Single stage overhung horizontal pumps shall preferably be of stiff shaft construction
with torsional.

4.4.2 BETWEEN BEARINGS PUMPS

Impellers of multistage pumps shall also be positively locked against axial movement
in the direction opposite to normal hydraulic thrust. VENDOR shall state in his
proposal the method used and include a sectional drawing showing detail.

The thrust collar shall be replaceable, unless otherwise specified, and shall be
positively locked to the shaft to prevent fretting.

4.5 VENDOR’S DATA

4.5.1 GENERAL

The VENDOR shall, in addition, furnish drawings and data in accordance with the
requirements of the PURCHASER’s procurement documentation.

4.5.2 CONTRACT DATA

VENDOR shall be required to add to his drawings all notes and data including
equipment item numbers of various components, connection points, and locations,
instrumentation, and other data as required by PURCHASER.

4.6 MAINTENANCE ACCESS AND WITHDRAWAL REQUIREMENT

The arrangements of equipment on the skid shall allow adequate access for
maintenance purpose. Any covers shall be designed for quick and simple removal.

5 INSPECTION, TESTING AND CERTIFICATION

5.1 GENERAL

The responsibility for inspection and testing rests with VENDOR. PURCHASER
reserves the right to inspect at any time during fabrication of the equipment and to
witness all hydrostatic mechanical and performance tests.

The VENDOR shall submit his inspection procedure with his inspection hold points
for review.

Inspection shall be done by the PURCHASER or his authorized representative. They

shall have at any time entry to plants, including sub-VENDORs plants, to inspect the
ongoing work or to witness testing of equipment which does not conform to the
specification, or the purchase order.

The VENDOR shall submit a detailed proposed inspection and testing schedule to
the PURCHASER 6 weeks prior to the commencement of the test program.

All stages of design, material purchase, fabrication and assembly shall be controlled
by the VENDOR in accordance with the requirements of PURCHASER approved
quality assurance manual. Quality assurance manual shall contain detailed inspection
and non-destructive testing (NDT) procedures, and the relevant qualifications of all
NDT operators.

Extent of NDT and acceptance tests shall be approved by PURCHASER.

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Should these test requirements be above the manufacturer's standard tests,
manufacturer is to identify the extra cost to PURCHASER for this additional testing.
Should these test requirements be below that required in manufacture's standard test,
manufacturer's standard test would then be the requirement.

All facilities materials, tools, labor and expendables required to run the tests shall be
supplied by VENDOR and shall be included in his bid.

5.2 GENERAL TEST REQUIREMENTS

Each pump package shall be subjected to the following test:

 Inspection

 Testing

 Preparation for Shipment

All pump components shall be factory tested to manufacture's standard. Each

individual pump of a series of identical units shall be inspected and tested. Random
inspection and testing is not permitted.

5.3 REPORTS AND ACCEPTANCE CERTIFICATES

The VENDOR shall prepare a full report on all tests and their results noting any
discrepancies observed, including those by PURCHASER's inspectors. If any test is
found to be unacceptable, corrections shall be made and the test repeated. The
Acceptance Certificates for each item of equipment tested shall be provided to
PURCHASER not later than 2 weeks after the date of completion of the tests, but
before equipment is prepared for shipment.

5.4 INSPECTION

Inspection and testing of materials shall comply with the requirements of the certifying
authority and the certification and quality assurance requirements specified in the
PURCHASER's procurement documentation.

When NDT examination is specified, certification of results is required. All NDT

personal shall be certified and qualified.

5.5 TESTING

Segmental hydro testing of axial split multistage pumps is not acceptable.

All hydrostatic tests shall be carried out before any painting or preparation for painting
is done.

All pressure-casing components shall be hydrostatically tested to 1.5 times the

design pressure. The hydrostatic test shall be considered satisfactory when neither
leaks nor seepage through the casing or casing joint is observed for a minimum of 60
minutes.

Pumps shall be tested with all seals, seal flush provisions and other specified
auxiliaries installed.

The VENDOR shall operate the pump in the shop for a minimum of 4 hours with a

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period of least 1 hour at rated point.

Test data shall be corrected for the speed, viscosity and specific gravity conditions
specified on the data sheet, where appropriate.

NPSHR data shall be taken at four points as defined in API 610 8.3.4.3.1 (excluding
shut off) and presented as a curve on the test curves.

For multistage pumps, or other specified critical service units, a 1 percent drop in
head shall determine the NPSH required.

No plus tolerance on NPSH required shall be permitted at the rated flow point.

Completely assembled pressurized lube oil systems shall be given a functional

mechanical test at the lube oil system VENDOR's shop or the pump VENDOR's shop
prior to shipment. Test shall show successful operation of all alarms and shutdown.
Flow rate at required pressure shall be verified by measurement.

5.6 PREPARATION FOR SHIPMENT

After completion of all inspection and testing requirements, the equipment shall be
prepared and painted in accordance with the requirements of the Package General
Specification.

Additionally pump internals shall be drained and dried.

All nameplates and tags shall be stainless steel for material shipped separately. Tags
shall be attached to each component with stainless steel wire.

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