WATER INDUSTRY

MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL

SPECIFICATION 8.07
COMPRESSED AIR SYSTEMS

WIMES 8.07
ISSUE 1
OCTOBER 2012

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 WATER INDUSTRY
MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL
SPECIFICATION 8.07

COMPRESSED AIR SYSTEMS

Prepared by:

M Craven Pump Centre

R Marlow Pump Centre

With technical support and co-operation from the WIMES Steering Group consisting
of:

G Cameron Affinity Water

F Davis Anglian Water
T White Bristol Water
S Hudson Cambridge Water
R Dorr Dwr Cymru
P Davison NI Water Service
M Overy Northumbrian Water
B Spence Scottish Water
K Gaunt Severn Trent Water
M Ison South West Water
M Keen Southern Water
S Whatley Thames Water
M Rush United Utilities
J Wright Wessex Water
M Ward Yorkshire Water

Please Note

This Specification will be reviewed periodically to take account of feedback from

Water Companies/Suppliers. If changes to the Specification are necessary, it will be
re-issued.
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CONTENTS
NOTES 3
1.0 SCOPE 4
2.0 GENERAL 4
2.1 General 4
2.2 Compliance with Directives, Regulations, Standards and Quality Assurance 4
2.3 Definitions 5
3.0 OPERATING ENVIRONMENT AND SITE DETAILS 5
4.0 AIR COMPOSITION AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES 5
5.0 PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATION 5
5.1 General 5
5.2 Volume Flow Rate (Capacity), Pressure and Power Input 5
5.3 Air Temperature and Purity 6
5.4 Noise and Vibration 6
5.5 Life Cycle Costs 7
5.5.1 Energy Consumption 7
5.5.2 Service Lives and Costs of Components 7
5.5.3 Maintenance Requirements/Costs 7
6.0 DESIGN SPECIFICATION 7
6.1 General (All System Components) 7
6.1.1 General 7
6.1.2 Weights and Lifting Arrangements 8
6.1.3 Materials Selection 8
6.1.4 Corrosion Protection 8
6.1.5 Guarding 9
6.1.6 Maintainability 9
6.1.7 Marking and Identification 9
6.1.8 O & M Manuals 9
6.2 Compressor Package 9
6.2.1 Compressor(s) 9
6.2.2 Compressor Drive System(s) 10
6.2.3 Compressor Ancillaries 11
6.2.4 Acoustic Enclosure (If Provided) 12
6.3 Local Control Panel (LCP) (If Required/Provided) 13
6.4 Air Receiver 13
6.5 Air Treatment Equipment 14
6.5.1 General 14
6.5.2 Aftercooler (If Required/Provided) 15
6.5.3 Dryer (If Required/Provided) 15
6.5.4 Filters 16
6.6 Air Delivery Pipework 16
7.0 CONTROL PHILOSOPHY 17
7.1 General 17
7.1.1 General 17
7.1.2 Normal Operation 17
7.1.3 Shut-Down Modes 18
7.1.4 Emergency Stop 18
7.1.5 Miscellaneous 18

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8.0 TEST SPECIFICATION 18

8.1 Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) 18
8.2 Site Acceptance Tests (SATs) (If Required) 18
APPENDIX A REGULATIONS, STANDARDS & SPECIFICATIONS REFERENCED 20
APPENDIX B1 TEXT GUIDANCE 22
APPENDIX B2 - DATA SHEET GUIDANCE 29
APPENDIX C DATA SHEET 30
APPENDIX D SUPPLIERS SUPPLEMENTARY DATA SHEET INFORMATION 35
APPENDIX E - INFORMATION TO BE SUPPLIED WITH TENDER 36
APPENDIX F DETAILS OF NON-COMPLIANT INNOVATIONS 37

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NOTES

1. Accommodation of Innovation

This Specification has been written to reflect the current state of the art with regard to
commercial products and will have a finite life (nominally four years). The purpose of this
Specification is to ensure that products supplied meet relevant safety standards, offer
reasonable standards of engineering in design, materials and construction and represent
value for money in both initial purchase and subsequent running costs.

It is recognised that Suppliers will continue to develop products as part of the commercial
process and it is not the intention of this Specification to stifle such innovation. Suppliers
of products incorporating innovative design features which enhance process performance
and/or reduce whole life costs, but which do not comply with this Specification, should
detail these items in Appendix F, for consideration/approval by the Purchaser as part of
the Tender. Suppliers are further encouraged to bring the benefits of these innovations to
the attention of the Pump Centre for consideration at the next Specification review.

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1.0 SCOPE

This Specification defines the requirements for the performance, design, construction and
testing of compressed air systems (hereafter termed the system) for use in the
Water Industry in the form of text and a DATA SHEET.

The system shall typically comprise the following items:

a) A compressor package (typically comprising a number of compressors, their

associated ancillary equipment and an acoustic enclosure) (refer to Section 6.2);
b) A local control panel (LCP), if required (refer to Section 6.3);
c) An air receiver (refer to Section 6.4);
d) Air treatment equipment (i.e. an aftercooler, dryer, filters, etc.) (refer to Section 6.5);
and
e) Air distribution pipework (refer to Section 6.6).

2.0 GENERAL

2.1 General

1. The system application shall be as specified on the DATA SHEET (refer to

Guidance Notes).

2.2 Compliance with Directives, Regulations, Standards and Quality Assurance

1. The design, construction and testing of the system shall comply with all relevant EC
directives and UK statutory regulations and the latest editions (current at the time of
tender) of all relevant international, harmonised European and British standards (refer
to Appendix A for a list of the regulations, standards and specifications
referenced in this Specification).

2. The system shall also comply with:

a) This Specification including all DATA SHEETS; and

b) Any documentation issued by, or on behalf of the Purchaser in respect of the
system.

3. Where the documentation referenced in clause 2.2.2 imposes additional requirements

to an international, harmonised European or British standard, the requirements of the
documentation referenced in clause 2.2.2 shall prevail.

4. The Supplier shall operate an approved, auditable quality assurance procedure

covering the design, construction and testing of the system.

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2.3 Definitions

1. The following definitions are used in this specification:

a) The term Purchaser shall mean the end user of the system or the end users
nominated representative;
b) The term approved shall mean approved by the Purchaser or his nominated
representative (approval shall be obtained in writing);
c) Unless otherwise specified elsewhere (e.g. in a Particular Specification), the term
Supplier shall mean the party responsible for the design, construction, and testing
of the system.

2. Unless indicated otherwise, all clause and section references refer to clauses/sections
within this Specification.

3.0 OPERATING ENVIRONMENT AND SITE DETAILS

1. The operating environment of the system shall be as specified on the DATA SHEET
(i.e. the site location, system location, ambient temperature and humidity ranges,
EMC environment, etc.).

2. Any special hazards associated with the operating environment shall be as specified
on the DATA SHEET.

3. Any references for any further information relating to the operating environment or site
not transferable via the DATA SHEET (e.g. drawings of site/building layouts, pipework
installations etc.) shall be as specified on the DATA SHEET.

4.0 AIR COMPOSITION AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

1. The composition and physical properties of the air to be pressurised by the system
shall be as specified on the DATA SHEET.

5.0 PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATION

5.1 General

1. The system asset life and utilisation shall be as specified on the DATA SHEET.

5.2 Volume Flow Rate (Capacity), Pressure and Power Input

1. The maximum required volume flow rate (capacity) of the compressor package shall
be as specified on the DATA SHEET. The rated volume flow rate (capacity) of the
compressor package (at the full load operating pressure) shall be as stated on the
DATA SHEET. This rated volume flow rate shall be measured at the outlet terminal
point of the compressor package in accordance with BS ISO 1217, Annex C (refer to
Guidance Notes).

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2. The required maximum delivery pressure of the compressor package shall be as

specified on the DATA SHEET. The rated full load operating pressure of the
compressor package shall be as stated on the DATA SHEET.

3. The maximum full flow operating pressure shall be as stated on the DATA SHEET
(refer to Guidance Notes).

4. The compressor package power input shall be as stated on the DATA SHEET, under
the following conditions:

a) At the rated volume flow rate (capacity) and full load operating pressure;
b) At the full flow operating pressure; and
c) At zero flow/load (unloaded power input) (refer to Guidance Notes).

Tolerances on the above shall comply with BS ISO 1217 Annex C.

Refer to Guidance Notes.

5. The specific compressor package power input (at the rated volume flow rate (capacity)
and full load operating pressure) shall be as stated on the DATA SHEET (refer to
Guidance Notes).

5.3 Air Temperature and Purity

1. The required air temperature at the point of use shall be as specified on the
DATA SHEET

2. The required air purity at the point of use shall be as specified on the DATA SHEET
(refer to Guidance Notes).

5.4 Noise and Vibration

1. Unless otherwise specified on the DATA SHEET, noise levels from the compressor
package shall not exceed 80 dB(A) at a distance of 1 m from the compressor centre
line or acoustic enclosure, as appropriate (under free-field conditions). The expected
noise levels shall be as stated on the DATA SHEET, based on the results of type tests
performed under free-field conditions, in accordance with BS EN ISO 2151.

2. Any additional site specific noise requirements shall be as specified on the

DATA SHEET (e.g. site boundary limits).

3. Unless otherwise specified on the DATA SHEET, vibration levels from the compressor
shall not exceed the acceptance levels specified in the relevant part of BS ISO 10816.
The actual maximum vibration level from the compressor(s) shall be as stated on the
DATA SHEET.

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5.5 Life Cycle Costs

5.5.1 Energy Consumption

1. The power input of the system at the specified duty points (including all air treatment
equipment) shall be as stated on the DATA SHEET (refer to Guidance Notes).

5.5.2 Service Lives and Costs of Components

1. The expected service lives of the system components specified on the DATA SHEET
shall be as stated on the DATA SHEET (refer to Guidance Notes).

2. The replacement costs and approximate times required to replace each of the
components specified in clause 5.5.2.1 shall be as stated on the DATA SHEET.

5.5.3 Maintenance Requirements/Costs

1. Details of the maintenance tasks required to achieve the specified system asset life
and if appropriate, the expected service lives of the components detailed in
clause 5.5.2.1, shall be provided with the tender. This information shall be presented
as separate lists of tasks that must be performed on a daily, weekly, monthly, yearly
and less frequently than yearly basis and shall include the approximate times and
number and discipline of personnel required to perform each task.

6.0 DESIGN SPECIFICATION

6.1 General (All System Components)

6.1.1 General

1. The following information shall be provided with the tender:

a) A typical general arrangement drawing of the system indicating the designation,

overall dimensions/footprint and typical layout of key components;
b) A component schedule or asset list including, for each major component, the
component manufacturer and all relevant technical specifications (including details
of materials);
c) A lubrication schedule detailing all components requiring lubrication, the method
and frequency of lubrication and the type and manufacturer of the lubricants;
d) A schedule of spares required for 2 years of normal operation (plus associated
costs and lead times);
e) A typical control philosophy, if specified on the DATA SHEET; and
f) A typical commissioning plan (including timescales for completion) if specified on
the DATA SHEET.

With respect to a), the drawing shall indicate, where appropriate, the minimum
clearance distance required for the removal of components (including acoustic
enclosures, if provided) for refurbishment or replacement and details of interfaces with
other equipment.

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2. The Supplier shall provide the first fill of lubricants to all components requiring
lubrication. All grease lubricated bearings and associated lubrication pipework shall
be fully charged with grease. Automatic grease lubricators, if provided, shall provide a
clear indication of grease contents. The minimum capacity/life of the lubricators shall
be as specified/stated on the DATA SHEET.

3. The design, construction and testing of the system components shall, where
necessary, comply with the Pressure Equipment Directive (97/23/EC). The installation
of the system shall comply with the Pressure Systems Safety Regulations (PSSR)
2000 and the associated HSE Approved Code of Practice.

4. The system safety requirements shall comply with BS EN 1012-1.

6.1.2 Weights and Lifting Arrangements

1. The weights of the components specified on the DATA SHEET and the heaviest
individual erection and maintenance lifts shall be as stated on the DATA SHEET.

2. Any components weighing over 25 kg, that are likely to be removed for maintenance,
shall either:

a) Incorporate clearly identified, permanent lifting points located to give a safe,

balanced, lift; or
b) Be designed in such a way that standard lifting accessories (e.g. slings) can
easily be attached.

With respect to item a) above, if lifting points are not designed for lifting the complete
component, they shall be clearly marked accordingly.

6.1.3 Materials Selection

1. Materials shall be selected with proper reference to the specified operating

environment (refer to Section 3.0), the composition and physical properties of the air
to be pressurised (refer to Section 4.0) and the expected service lives of the specified
system components (refer to Section 5.5.3).

6.1.4 Corrosion Protection

1. Protection against corrosion shall be achieved by the use of suitable materials or by

the application of protective coatings, taking into account the operating environment
and the required system asset life (refer to Section 3.0 and clause 5.1.1).

2. All metal fabrications (i.e. baseplates, support frames, etc.) shall be designed to
prevent the collection of liquids and debris and if appropriate, facilitate the application
of paint systems and protective coatings.

3. All wetted, mild steel fabrications shall be continuously welded to prevent moisture
traps. The ends of all wetted, mild steel sections shall be sealed to prevent the
ingress of liquids after all corrosion resistant coatings have been applied.

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4. All metal fabrications (including pipework, valves and fittings etc.) shall be designed
and assembled to avoid galvanic corrosion. If necessary, insulating washers and
sleeves shall be used to prevent direct contact between dissimilar metals.

5. If paints/polymeric coatings are required for corrosion protection, they shall comply
with WIMES 4.01.

6. Galvanising shall comply with BS EN ISO 1461.

6.1.5 Guarding

1. Guarding shall comply with BS EN ISO 12100 and BS EN 953.

2. Interlocking of guards shall comply with BS EN 1088.

3. Guarding of machinery (e.g. belt drives) shall be independent of the acoustic

enclosure, if provided.

4. Components and associated pipework that present a burns hazard shall be

insulated/guarded (refer to Guidance Notes).

6.1.6 Maintainability

1. Components that require regular inspection, cleaning or maintenance shall be readily

and safely accessible and where appropriate, easily replaceable.

2. Components shall be designed to avoid the need for the use of special tools for
maintenance. If special tools are required, they shall be provided.

6.1.7 Marking and Identification

1. The marking and identification of components shall comply with all relevant EU
directives and harmonised standards.

2. Any further items (identification labels, asset/tag numbers etc.) to be fixed to

components shall be as specified on the DATA SHEET.

6.1.8 O & M Manuals

1. O & M manuals shall be provided in accordance with the Purchasers Particular

Specification. The reference for this Specification shall be as specified on the
DATA SHEET.

6.2 Compressor Package

6.2.1 Compressor(s)

1. The number of compressors required/provided and their configuration/mode of

operation (e.g. duty, duty/assist, duty/standby, etc.) shall be as specified/stated on the
DATA SHEET.

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2. The type of compressor(s) required/provided shall be as specified on the

DATA SHEET (i.e. reciprocating, sliding vane, rotary screw, rotary claw, etc.).

3. The following compressor design information shall be as specified/stated on the

DATA SHEET:

a) The method of compressor cooling (i.e. air or water cooling);

b) The number of compressor stages;
c) Whether the compressor is single or double acting (reciprocating compressors);
d) Whether an oil-injected or oil-free compressor design is required/provided (refer to
Guidance Notes)

With respect to item a) above, water cooled compressors shall be provided with a
pressurised, closed-circuit cooling system that is capable of continuous effective
operation at the rated compressor output. The cooling system shall be filled with a
non-alcohol based, anti-freeze mixture containing corrosion inhibitors and shall be
rated for the specified minimum ambient air temperature (refer to Section 3.0).

With respect to item d), where oil-injected compressors are required/provided, the type
of oil required/provided shall be as specified/stated on the DATA SHEET.

4. Compressors shall be designed and rated for continuous operation with a minimum
motor service factor of 1.1.

5. All rolling element bearings shall be rated for a minimum L10h life of 50,000 hours
(under maximum load conditions).

6. Oil lubrication systems shall incorporate readily accessible oil filling and drain points to
allow oil removal/replacement in situ without excessive spillage and without disturbing
the compressor stage mountings and/or ancillary equipment. Oil level windows/sight
glasses shall be provided.

7. If necessary, to prevent transmission of excessive levels of noise/vibration to the

surrounding building/plinth, compressors (and their drive systems) shall be effectively
isolated from their support structures and acoustic enclosures (where provided) with
anti-vibration or noise attenuating mountings.

6.2.2 Compressor Drive System(s)

1. Compressors shall be electric motor driven.

2. The type of motor starting required/provided shall be as specified/stated on the

DATA SHEET (i.e. DOL, star delta, etc).

3. Electric motors shall comply with WIMES 3.03.

4. The type of drive transmission required/provided shall be as specified/stated on the

DATA SHEET.

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5. Couplings (where required/provided) shall be replaceable without disturbing the

compressor and/or its drive (i.e. spacer-type couplings shall be fitted). Couplings shall
be designed with a service factor of 1.6 (based on the maximum power input at the
compressor shaft stage).

6. Pulley and V-belt transmissions (where required/provided) shall incorporate an

automatic belt-tensioning device. V-belt drives shall be designed with a service factor
of 1.6 (based on the maximum power input at the compressor shaft stage).

7. All drive systems shall be effectively guarded. Guards fitted to pulley and V-belt
transmissions shall incorporate facilities for inspecting V-belt condition (e.g. mesh
sections or inspection covers).

6.2.3 Compressor Ancillaries

1. Each compressor or the compressor package, as appropriate, shall be provided with

the following items, as a minimum:

a) An inlet filter (with silencer, if necessary);

b) An automatic unloading valve (with silencer, if necessary);
c) A non-return valve (to prevent reverse air flow from the receiver);
d) An isolating valve; and
e) Flexible connections to the inlet and outlet pipework, as appropriate (to prevent
transfer of vibration).

With respect to item a), the filter(s) shall be of the replaceable, paper element type,
housed in a metal retaining cage.

With respect to item b), the valve shall discharge to a safe position.

With respect to item e), the inlet and outlet connection details (pipework sizes and
flange details) required/provided shall be as specified/stated on the DATA SHEET.

Any additional items required/provided shall be as specified/stated on the

DATA SHEET.

2. Each compressor or the compressor package, as appropriate, shall be provided with

the following instrumentation, as a minimum:

a) An outlet pressure gauge with isolating valve. The gauge full scale deflection shall
be between 1.5 and 2.0 times the maximum outlet pressure; and
b) A coolant temperature gauge (for water cooled compressors).

Any additional instrumentation required/provided shall be as specified/stated on the

DATA SHEET.

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3. Each compressor or the compressor package, as appropriate, shall be provided with

the following condition monitoring and protection facilities, as a minimum:

a) A high outlet air pressure switch;

b) A low outlet air pressure switch;
c) A high outlet air temperature switch;
f) A high inlet filter restriction/pressure drop switch;
g) A high motor temperature switch;
h) High coolant temperature and low coolant level switches (water cooled
compressors);
i) High oil temperature and low oil pressures switches (compressors incorporating
pressurised oil lubrication systems); and
j) A high compressor vibration switch (reciprocating compressors).

Any additional facilities required/provided shall be as specified/stated on the

DATA SHEET.

6.2.4 Acoustic Enclosure (If Provided)

1. If stated on the DATA SHEET, the compressor(s) shall be provided with an acoustic
enclosure to comply with the maximum noise levels specified (refer to Section 5.4).

2. The method of corrosion protection of the acoustic enclosure shall be appropriate to the
operating environment (refer to Section 3.0) and shall be as stated on the
DATA SHEET.

3. The dimensions and external colour of the enclosure shall be as specified/stated on the
DATA SHEET.

4. The enclosure shall incorporate hinged doors or lift-off panels to provide safe access
to all components requiring inspection, cleaning or maintenance. The structural
integrity of the enclosure shall be maintained when one or more panels are removed.
Doors/panels shall comply with the following requirements, as a minimum:
o
a) Doors shall open to a minimum angle of 90 and be restrained against wind loads
when open;
b) Panels shall be easily removed and manipulated by one person (e.g. fitted with
suitable handles) and have a maximum weight of 25 kg;
c) Doors/panels shall be securely held in place when closed/in position;
d) If necessary, seals shall be provided around doors/panels to maintain the acoustic
performance of the enclosure;
e) Door/panel locking arrangements shall be as specified/stated on the
DATA SHEET. All locks shall be fitted before delivery of the enclosure to site.

5. The enclosure shall be provided with a suitable method of ventilation for compressor
cooling. The design of the ventilation system shall ensure that the maximum air
temperature inside the enclosure does not exceed 40 C under the most arduous
compressor operating conditions (i.e. maximum load and ambient temperature) (refer
to Guidance Notes).

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6. All monitoring instruments (oil temperature/pressure gauges, filter pressure drop

indicators etc.) shall be visible without the need to remove panels or enter the
enclosure.

6.3 Local Control Panel (LCP) (If Required/Provided)

1. If specified/stated on the DATA SHEET, the system shall be provided with a local control
panel (LCP). If an LCP is not provided (i.e. the system is controlled by the site motor
control centre), all power, control and instrumentation cabling shall be suitably terminated
in one or more readily accessible terminal boxes.

2. The LCP shall incorporate all necessary components (e.g. selector switches,
pushbuttons, lamps and indicators etc.) and control systems to provide the following
functions, as a minimum:

a) Automatic and/or manual control of the system;

b) Local and remote indication of the operational and/or fault status of the system;
c) Interlocking of adjacent drives, as required;
d) Controlled restart of the system after mains failure; and
e) Latching and/or reset of all system protection and emergency stop systems.

3. The LCP and its associated electrical installation shall comply with WIMES 3.04.

4. The position of the LCP shall be as specified/stated on the DATA SHEET (e.g. integral
with or outside the acoustic enclosure).

6.4 Air Receiver

1. The system shall be provided with an air receiver, designed in accordance with the
specified system flow rate and pressure requirements (refer to Section 5.2).

2. The receiver capacity shall be as specified/stated on the DATA SHEET.

3. Receivers with a stored energy (PV) of less than or equal to 10,000 bar.litres shall
comply with the Simple Pressure Vessels Directive (2009/105/EC) (refer to
Guidance Notes).

4. Receivers which are outside the scope of the Simple Pressure Vessels Directive shall
comply with the Pressure Equipment Directive (97/23/EC).

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5. The receiver shall incorporate the following features/facilities, as a minimum:

a) A pressure relief valve (PRV), set at 110 % of the maximum compressor operating
pressure and rated to pass the maximum compressor flow rate;
b) An outlet isolation valve;
c) An automatic drain valve with strainer/filter;
d) A pressure gauge;
e) Any sensors/switches necessary for interfacing with the compressor package
control system; and
f) Lifting facilities, as determined by the receiver weight.

Any additional features/facilities required/provided shall be as specified on the

DATA SHEET.

6.5 Air Treatment Equipment

Refer to Guidance Notes.

6.5.1 General

6.5.1.1 General

1. If specified/stated on the DATA SHEET, the system shall incorporate one or more of
the following items of air treatment equipment to comply with the specified air
temperature/purity requirements (refer to Section 5.3):

a) An aftercooler;
b) Various air/oil and/or air/water separators;
c) A dryer; and/or
d) A number of filters.

Full details of each of the above items shall be provided with the tender.

2. All air treatment equipment shall be rated for the maximum system air flow rate and
pressure.

3. All air treatment equipment shall be designed to deliver the required air treatment
performance with minimal energy consumption and pressure drop.

4. Requirements for lubricators (e.g. for compressed air driven tools) shall be agreed with
the Purchaser. Where lubricators are required, these shall generally be incorporated
within a combined filter-regulator-lubricator (FRL) unit, installed close to the point of
use of the compressed air.

6.5.1.2 Automatic Drain Valves (ADVs)

Refer to Guidance Notes.

1. Aftercoolers, separators, dryers, and filters shall be provided with ADVs for the
automatic removal of condensate from the system.

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2. The type of ADV required/provided shall be as specified/stated on the DATA SHEET

(i.e. float operated type, electronic sensor type or electronic timer type).

3. ADVs shall be designed so that there is no loss of air during condensate discharge.

4. ADVs shall be provided with a strainer to prevent debris blocking the valve drain
orifice.

6.5.1.3 Oil/Water Separators (If Required/Provided)

Refer to Guidance Notes.

1. If specified on the DATA SHEET, the condensate from the ADV shall be piped to an
oil/water separator, to remove the oil from the condensate prior to condensate
discharge from the system.

2. The type of separator required/provided shall be as specified/stated on the

DATA SHEET.

6.5.2 Aftercooler (If Required/Provided)

Refer to Guidance Notes.

1. The aftercooler shall be sized for the highest ambient temperature that is likely to
occur in the system vicinity (refer to Section 3.0) and an ambient relative humidity of
100 %.

2. The aftercooler shall incorporate a pressure relief valve.

6.5.3 Dryer (If Required/Provided)

6.5.3.1 General

1. The type of dryer required/provided shall be as specified/stated on the DATA SHEET

(i.e. desiccant, refrigerant type, etc.) (refer to Guidance Notes).

2. The dryer shall comply with BS ISO 7183.

3. The dryer shall be provided with the following features/facilities, as a minimum:

a) A valved bypass for maintenance purposes;

b) A pressure dew point monitor, to measure the moisture content of the air exiting
the dryer. The monitor shall incorporate a high moisture content switch for remote
monitoring purposes.

6.5.3.2 Desiccant Dryers (If Required/Provided)

1. The type of desiccant regeneration process required/provided (i.e. heated or heatless)

shall be as specified/stated on the DATA SHEET (refer to Guidance Notes).

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2. If specified/stated on the DATA SHEET, the dryer shall incorporate a device to

optimise the duration of the regeneration cycle (Dew point Demand Switching (DDS)
device) (refer to Guidance Notes).

6.5.4 Filters

Refer to Guidance Notes.

1. Unless otherwise agreed with the Purchaser, the system shall, as a minimum,
incorporate a number of coalescing filters to remove oil and water aerosols and solid
particulates to the required levels (refer to Section 5.3).

2. Coalescing filters shall be of the disposable element, cartridge type and shall generally
be installed in pairs, comprising a general purpose filter installed upstream of a high
efficiency filter.

3. In addition to any coalescing filters installed, activated carbon filters shall be installed
as the final stage of filtration for the following applications, as a minimum:

a) Applications where the compressed air may come into contact with water intended
for public consumption; and
b) Ozone treatment equipment applications.

4. The number and type of filters required/provided shall be as specified/stated on the

DATA SHEET.

5. Filters shall be located as close as possible to the point of use of the compressed air.

6.6 Air Delivery Pipework

1. The piping size (NB) and material shall be as specified/stated on the DATA SHEET.

2. The type of pipework connections required/provided shall be as specified/stated on the

DATA SHEET (refer to Guidance Notes). Solvent-welding of metal pipework shall
not be permitted.

3. Branch connections shall be designed to prevent the transfer of condensate. The

following requirements shall apply, as a minimum:

a) Drop legs shall be taken from the top of horizontal trunk (main) piping; and
b) Final air outlet connections shall be taken from the side of vertical drop legs.

4. As a minimum, each final air outlet connection shall incorporate a check valve,
isolating valve and pressure regulator close to the point of use.

5. Final terminations may be made using push-fit or threaded pneumatic hose, where
suitable for the flow-rates. Hose connections using hose-tails shall not be permitted.

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6. To ensure effective condensate drainage, the pipework system shall incorporate the
following design features, as a minimum:

a) Horizontal pipework shall be installed with a minimum fall of 1 in 100 in the

direction of the air flow;
b) Pipework shall incorporate drain points at all low points in the system (e.g. where
pipework dips to go around an obstruction), where changes in pipework direction
occur and at distances of not less than 30 m on long pipework runs;
c) Drain points shall be formed using equal tees with downwards-pointing drain legs
and be fitted with automatic drain valves (ADVs) (refer to Section 6.5.1.2).

7. Where practicable, drain points shall be constructed so that it is possible to confirm

that condensate is draining effectively from the system.

7.0 CONTROL PHILOSOPHY

7.1 General

7.1.1 General

1. The system shall be designed to be fail-safe, such that failure of any essential
components shall generate an alarm and if necessary, shut-down the system.

7.1.2 Normal Operation

7.1.2.1 Hand Mode

1. Starting and stopping of the system shall be performed manually with start and stop
push-buttons on the LCP or site motor control centre (MCC), as appropriate.

7.1.2.2 Automatic Mode

1. The system shall start and stop automatically as required by its control system.

2. During starting, the compressor(s) shall not dwell at or near any critical speed, but
shall rapidly accelerate through it.

3. Where two compressors are operated on a duty/standby basis, the duty compressor
shall operate whenever the low pressure switch/transducer closes and shall cease
operation when the high pressure switch/transducer opens. Should the pressure fall to
the standby low pressure, the standby compressor shall operate in conjunction with
the duty compressor and shall similarly cease operation when the high pressure
switch/transducer opens. The circuits for the duty and standby compressor motor
starters shall be completely separate. Either unit shall be capable of duty or standby
operation and periodically their modes shall be reversed.

7.1.2.3 Off Mode

1. The system shall immediately stop. This position shall also be used to clear a fault
and allow restarting of the system after it has shut down for any fault condition.

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7.1.3 Shut-Down Modes

1. The system shall automatically shut-down (or starting shall be inhibited) under the
following fault/alarm conditions. Re-starting of the system shall not be possible unless
the fault/alarm is manually reset at the LCP or site MCC, as appropriate:

a) Motor starter fault (overload, earth fault etc.) (all drives);

b) High drive motor insulation temperature (thermistor trip) (all drives);
c) High coolant temperature (water cooled compressors);
d) Low lubricating oil level in the compressor sump or tank (oil lubricated
compressors);
e) Low lubricating oil pressure (oil lubricated compressors);
f) High compressor vibration (reciprocating compressors);
g) Dryer fault or high air moisture content at the dryer outlet (if the system
incorporates a dryer).

2. All alarms shall be indicated on the LCP or site MCC, as appropriate. Resetting of the
alarm shall only be possible at the LCP.

7.1.4 Emergency Stop

1. Operation of an emergency stop pushbutton (on the LCP, site MCC or elsewhere)
shall cause the system to stop immediately in both Manual and Automatic modes.

7.1.5 Miscellaneous

1. No alarm or shutdown shall isolate the LCP display, if an LCP is provided.

8.0 TEST SPECIFICATION

Refer to Guidance Notes.

8.1 Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs)

1. The compressor package shall be performance tested in accordance with the test
standard specified/stated on the DATA SHEET (i.e. BS ISO 1217, BS 1571-2,
DIN 1945-1, etc) (refer to Guidance Notes).

2. The compressor package shall be noise tested in accordance with BS EN ISO 2151.

3. Type testing is acceptable for compressor packages rated below 50 kW.

4. Test certificates, confirming all FATs results, shall be provided.

5. If specified on the DATA SHEET, the FATs shall be witnessed. The notice
requirements shall be as specified on the DATA SHEET.

8.2 Site Acceptance Tests (SATs) (If Required)

1. If specified on the DATA SHEET, the system shall be subjected to SATs.

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2. The SATs details shall be as specified on the DATA SHEET.

3. If specified on the DATA SHEET, the SATs shall be witnessed. The notice
requirements shall be as specified on the DATA SHEET.

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APPENDIX A REGULATIONS, STANDARDS & SPECIFICATIONS REFERENCED

Directives and Regulations

The Pressure Equipment Directive (97/23/EC).

The Simple Pressure Vessel Directive (SPVD) (2009/105/EC).
The Pressure Systems Safety Regulations (PSSR) 2000.

Standards

BS Series

BS 1571-2: 1975 - Specification for testing of positive displacement compressors and

exhausters. Methods for simplified acceptance testing for air compressors and exhausters

BS EN Series

BS EN 953: 1997 + A1: 2009 Safety of machinery. Guards. General requirements for
the design and construction of fixed and movable guards.
BS EN 1012-1: 2010 - Compressors and vacuum pumps. Safety requirements. Air
compressors.
BS EN 1088: 1995 + A2: 2008 - Safety of machinery. Interlocking devices associated with
guards. Principles for design and selection.

BS ISO Series

BS ISO 1217: 2009 Displacement compressors. Acceptance tests.

BS ISO 7183: 2007 - Compressed-air dryers. Specifications and testing.
BS ISO 8573-1: 2010 - Compressed air. Contaminants and purity classes.
BS ISO 10816 (relevant parts) - Mechanical vibration. Evaluation of machine vibration by
measurements on non-rotating parts.

BS EN ISO Series

BS EN ISO 1461: 2009 - Hot dip galvanized coatings on fabricated iron and steel articles.
Specifications and test methods.
BS EN ISO 2151: 2008 - Acoustics. Noise test code for compressors and vacuum pumps.
Engineering method (Grade 2).
BS EN ISO 12100: 2010 - Safety of machinery. General principles for design. Risk
assessment and risk reduction.

ISO Series

ISO 3864 (relevant parts): 2002-2006 Safety colours and safety signs.

Miscellaneous

DIN 1945-1: 1980 - Displacement compressor; thermodynamic acceptance and

performance test.

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Specifications

WIMES

WIMES 3.03 Low-voltage ac electric motors for use in the Water Industry.
WIMES 3.04 - Low-voltage electrical specification for package plant for use in the Water
Industry.
WIMES 4.01 Paints/polymeric coatings for corrosion protection in the Water Industry.

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APPENDIX B1 TEXT GUIDANCE

Clause 2.1.1

Typical applications will include:

a) Service air (e.g. for pneumatic tools)

b) Mixing;
c) Air lift/air scour duties;
d) Valve actuation;
e) Instrument actuation;
f) Filter backwashing.

Clause 5.2.1

The capacity of the compressor package should be measured at its outlet terminal point in
accordance with BS ISO 1217 Annex C. Performance should be expressed in terms of a
free air delivery (m3/min) at a stated working pressure (barg) under the following standard
inlet conditions:

a) Inlet air pressure - 1 bar abs;

b) Inlet air temperature 20 C; and
c) Inlet air relative humidity 0 % RH.

Clause 5.2.3

The maximum full flow operating pressure is the maximum pressure at which full flow can
be maintained with a given compressor package. This is usually the unload pressure
setting for load/no load control or the maximum pressure attainable before capacity control
begins and may require additional power.

Clause 5.2.4c)

The power input at zero flow/load is the power consumed by the compressor package with
the inlet valve closed and the sump pressure relieved to its lowest required pressure.

Clause 5.2.4

When comparing power inputs between suppliers, it is important to ensure that the power
input of any remote cooling packages is included. Some suppliers may not count remote
cooling packages in this figure (e.g. remote-mounted, air coolers and closed-loop water
cooling systems).

Clause 5.2.5

This is a measure of how efficiently a compressor package produces compressed air.

Comparing specific power ratings allows the Purchaser to determine which compressor
delivers air at the lowest cost per unit of flow.

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Clause 5.3.2

The compressed air purity requirements at the point of use will vary according to the
application and should be specified in accordance with BS ISO 8573-1.

BS ISO 8573-1 identifies the three major contaminants of compressed air as solid
particles, water and oil. The required levels of these contaminants in the compressed air
should be specified by three digits, in accordance with the following table. The first digit
relates to the particle size and density, the second to the moisture content and the third to
the oil content.

Class Particle Size and Density1 (per m3) Water Oil

2
0.1-0.5 m 0.5-1.0 m 1.05 m Pressure dew point Oil content3
(C) (mg/m3)
0 As specified by the equipment user or supplier and more stringent than
class 1
1 100 1 0 -70 0.01
2 100,000 1000 10 -40 0.1
3 - 10,000 50 -20 1
4 - - 1000 +3 5
5 - - 2000 +7 -
6 - - - +10 -

Notes:

1 - particle size and density - this is the size and concentration of any solid particles entrained in the
compressed air, such as dirt or rust.
2 - pressure dew point this is the temperature to which the compressed air can be cooled without
condensation of any entrained moisture. The pressure dew point changes with the air pressure.
3 - oil content this is the residual quantity of hydrocarbons (aerosols and vapour) in the compressed air.

For example, specifying an air purity class of 2.4.1 would impose the following restrictions:

Class 2 (particles) - no more than 100,000 particles in the 0.1 - 0.5 m size range, 1,000
particles in the 0.5 - 1 m size and 10 particles in the 1 - 5 m size range are allowed in
each m3 of compressed air;
Class 4 (water) - a pressure dewpoint of +3C or lower is required; no liquid water is
allowed; and
Class 1 (oil) - no more than 0.01 mg of oil is allowed in each m3 of compressed air. This
is a combined level for both oil aerosols and vapours.

Applications requiring XX1 or XX0 air purity levels may require the specification of oil-free
compressors and activated charcoal filters as the final stage of filtration.

It is important to realise that the over-specification of air purity will result in the
procurement of systems which are unnecessarily complex and expensive to
maintain. When designing a system, it is also important to ensure that the air is
treated/purified as close as possible to the point of use, as this will avoid
over-treating large volumes of air and also reduce the likelihood of air purity
decreasing after treatment, e.g. due to leaks in pipework etc.

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Clause 5.5.1.1

The Purchaser will typically specify a number of duty points (i.e. pressures and flows) that
best describe the anticipated duty of the system. The Supplier should state the system
power input at each duty point, enabling the Purchaser to calculate an average power
input, based on the system utilisation at the various duty points. The power input figures
provided by the Supplier should refer to the power input at the motor terminals or inverter
drive and should be summed for all drives.

Clause 5.5.2.1

If required, the Purchaser should specify selected system components on the

DATA SHEET. The Supplier should then state the expected service lives of these
components, based on the information provided by the Purchaser pertaining to the system
duty. Any maintenance tasks necessary to achieve the expected service lives of the
relevant components should be detailed with the tender.

If any of the specified components fail before their expected service lives, the
Purchaser/Supplier should investigate the reason for the shortfall with a view to resolving
the issue to the satisfaction of both parties.

Clause 6.1.5.4

The acoustic enclosure can perform the guarding function (against burns hazards),
provided there is a suitable warning symbol on the enclosure (see ISO 3864,
symbol 6043).

Clause 6.2.1.3d)

Oil free reciprocating compressors typically use extended connecting rods, non-lubricated
packings and self-lubricating, PTFE piston rings. The bottom end of the machine
(crankshaft, crosshead, etc) will still, however, be oi-lubricated.

Clause 6.2.4.5

The maximum ambient air temperature inside the enclosure should be limited to 40 C.
Motors will need to be de-rated if the ambient air temperature is above this value!

Clause 6.4.3

Simple pressure vessels are vessels which are intended to contain air at a pressure
greater than 0.5 barg but less than or equal to 30 barg and are not intended to be exposed
to heat. They must be manufactured in series production and be of welded steel or
aluminium construction, with a total stored energy of less than or equal to 10,000 bar.litres.

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Section 6.5

For most applications, the air generated by a compressor package must be treated to
remove contaminants (e.g. dirt, water and oil) from it. Contaminants originate from many
sources, such as the ambient air itself, compressor lubricants, pipework corrosion products
and microbial sources.

A common misconception is that, by installing an oil free compressor, there is no need for
downstream filtration to achieve low oil levels in the compressed air. However, the term
oil-free simply means that oil is not used in the compression chamber and therefore does
not come into contact with the air being compressed. Even with an oil-free compressor,
filtration may still be required to remove oil vapour (present in the ambient air) drawn into
the compressor inlet.

Section 6.5.1.2

Automatic drain valves are installed on moisture separators, coalescing filters, air
receivers, air dryers and drip legs to automatically remove condensate from the system.

Section 6.5.1.3

The condensate from an ADVs should be piped to an oil/water separator to remove the oil
from the condensate prior to discharge to a drain. Oil/water separators based on four
different principles of operation are available, as follows:

a) Chemical adsorption;
b) Gravitational separation;
c) Mechanical separation; and
d) Vaporization separation.

Section 6.5.2

The compressed air discharged from a compressor is hot and loaded with water vapour.
An after-cooler reduces the temperature of the compressed air, causing a substantial
amount of the entrained moisture to condense. This moisture is then removed from the
compressed air system with a air/water separator and drain assembly.

In a typical compressed air system, an after-cooler and separator are installed before the
compressed air dryer. A properly sized after-cooler significantly reduces the water load
that would otherwise be placed on the dryer.

After coolers are usually sized with a Cold Temperature Difference (CTD) of 2.7 C,
5.5 C, 8.3 C, or 11 C. This means that the compressed air temperature at the outlet of
the aftercooler will be equal to the cooling medium temperature (approach temperature)
plus the CTD when sized at the specified inlet air temperature and air flow.

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Clause 6.5.3.1.1

When selecting a dryer, several factors need to be considered, as follows:

a) The dew point requirement;

b) The inlet air temperature;
c) The ambient air temperature;
d) The system operating pressure;
e) The system airflow; and
f) The available utilities.

Desiccant Dryers

The term desiccant dryer refers to a broad class of dryers. Other terms commonly used
are regenerative dryer and twin tower dryer, and to a lesser extent, adsorption dryer.

Desiccant dryers typically provide water vapour removal with a pressure dew point of
-40C; this means that when the air leaves the dryer there is as much water in the air as if
the air had been cooled to 40 C. The required dew point is dependent on the
application and 70C is required in some applications (a dew point of less than -26C will
inhibit the growth of micro-organisms within the compressed air system).

Desiccant dryers use desiccant beads to adsorb water vapour from the compressed air.
Three different types of desiccant bead are commonly used silica gel, activated alumina
and molecular sieve. Desiccant dryers usually incorporate two pressure vessels filled with
desiccant beads, although single tower versions are also available.

The basic operating mode of a desiccant dryer involves one drying cycle, followed by one
regeneration cycle, the two together being commonly referred to as a NEMA cycle. For
example, a 10 minute NEMA cycle consists of a 5 minute drying cycle and 5 minute
regeneration cycle. This NEMA cycle is continuously repeated.

During the drying cycle, compressed air, at full pressure, flows through one vessel. As the
air flows through the desiccant bed, microscopic pores on the surface of the desiccant
beads strip the water vapour and hydrocarbon molecules from the air, thereby reducing
the relative humidity of the air. The relative humidity of the dried air is equivalent to a
pressure dew point of -40C or lower. Since this stripping is a result of a chemical
reaction, it produces a small amount of heat, called heat of adsorption. The heat
produced is minimal and increases the outlet temperature only slightly.

During the regeneration cycle, switching valves isolate the moisture saturated vessel,
which is then depressurized in readiness for the regeneration cycle.

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Refrigerated Dryers

Most refrigerated dryers cool the compressed air to a temperature of approximately 1.6C
to 10C, which results in a pressure dew point range of 0.5C to 3.8C. This range permits
the pressure dew point to fall within limits that are achievable with common refrigeration
system controls. This pressure dew point range is also the lowest achievable with a
refrigerated design since the condensate will begin to freeze at 0C.

Specifying Class 2 for water content will generally mean that a desiccant dryer is
required!

Clause 6.5.3.2.1

Regeneration of the desiccant vessel can be achieved by three different methods, as

follows:

a) Heatless pressure-swing regeneration - this uses some of the dry compressed air
from the drying vessel to dry/purge the desiccant in the regenerating vessel at a lower
pressure;
b) Heated regeneration - this uses a hot air blower to dry the desiccant in the
regenerating vessel, so there is no loss of compressed air; or
c) Heat of compression regeneration - this can only be used with oil free compressors.

Clause 6.5.3.2.2

Desiccant dryers operate using two separate towers containing desiccant one tower is
always in operation, while the other tower is being regenerated or purged using a portion
of the dried exiting air. Some towers switch based on a timer, regardless of whether the
desiccant has been fully saturated. By integrating a dew point sensor with the dryer
control system, the towers will not switch until the sensor detects a degrading dew point
temperature, thus ensuring full utilization of each desiccant tower and minimizing wasted
purge air.

Section 6.5.4

Aerosols (droplets) of oil and water are effectively removed using coalescing type filters,
which also remove solid particulates to very low levels (as small as 0.01 m in size). Oil
vapour will, however, pass through coalescing filters, and therefore requires removal by
activated carbon filters.

Clause 6.6.2

Where aluminium pipework is provided, the connection type will be dependent on the
system used by the pipework manufacturer, e.g. push fit or clamp type.

Section 8.0

Most positive displacement compressors will only require type testing at the Suppliers
Works. Witness testing or testing at site will incur considerable extra costs and should not
generally be specified.

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Clause 8.1.1

For the vast majority of compressors, BS ISO 1217 Annex C is the relevant performance
testing standard. DIN 1945-1 has been largely replaced by most German compressor
manufacturers with ISO 1217. Some manufacturers still quote their compressor
performance to the predecessor of ISO 1217 Annex C, Pneurop PN2PTC2.3; this
performance statement is identical to ISO 1217 Annex C.

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APPENDIX B2 - DATA SHEET GUIDANCE

1. Items to be completed by the Purchaser are marked (P) and by the Supplier (S).
Items which the Purchaser may wish to specify, or alternatively may wish to leave for
the Supplier to complete are marked (P/S).

2. The Purchaser may customise the DATA SHEET included in Appendix C to provide
for:

a) The Purchasers name, issue reference, format for inclusion of Contract/Project

title and references etc.; and
b) The Purchasers standard technical and procedural requirements which apply to
every Contract/Project carried out for the Purchaser provided that such inclusions
comply with the requirements indicated in clause 5 below.

3. Reference numbers incorporated on the DATA SHEET in Appendix C relate to

Sections or Clauses, as appropriate, within WIMES 8.07.

4. The technical content and any incorporated reference to WIMES 8.07 shall not be
altered from the form shown on the DATA SHEETS in Appendix C.

5. The person(s) responsible for completing the DATA SHEET shall only employ the form
of DATA SHEET approved for use by the Purchaser.

6. The DATA SHEET should be completed by ticking the feature(s) required or by

entering requirements or information, as appropriate, in the column/row adjacent to the
feature description.

7. Where there is a need for the Purchaser to enter more information on the
DATA SHEET than space permits, a reference should be entered as to where the
requirement is specified. This approach may be used where:

a) Further clarification or definition is required on a feature description, or

b) The feature description needs to be read in conjunction with another Standard or
Specification applicable to the Contract/Project, or
c) A particular feature or arrangement is not listed on the DATA SHEET, in which
case the option Other (specify) should be used.

The referencing system employed shall be defined in the Contract/Project

documentation.

8. Where there is a need for the Supplier to enter more information on the DATA SHEET
than space permits, this information should be given in Appendix D and cross-
referenced to the relevant clause. This approach may be used where:

a) Further clarification or definition is required on a feature description; or

b) A particular feature or arrangement is not listed on the DATA SHEET.

In both of the above cases, the words refer to Appendix D should be entered in the
column/row adjacent to the feature description.

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APPENDIX C DATA SHEET

COMPRESSED AIR SYSTEMS

PROJECT TITLE (P) DOCUMENT REFERENCE (P)

PROJECT NUMBER (P) REVISION (P)
PROJECT LOCATION (P) DATE (P)
SYSTEM SUPPLIER (P/S) REFERENCE DRAWINGS
INCLUDED (Y/N) (P)
TAG NO/ASSET CODE (P)

* - indicates Purchasers default requirements 4.0 AIR COMPOSITION AND PHYSICAL

PROPERTIES
2.0 GENERAL
1 Air Composition (Detail Levels of Any
2.1 General Contaminants) (P)

1 System Application (
) (P)

1 Physical Properties (P)

1 Temperature Range (C)
3.0 OPERATING ENVIRONMENT AND SITE Minimum/maximum
DETAILS 1 Relative Humidity Range (%)
Minimum/maximum
1 Operating Environment (P) 1 Inlet Pressure Range (bar)
Site Location (
) Minimum/maximum
Inland
Coastal 5.0 PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATION
Other (specify)
5.1 General
1 System Location (
)
Inside 1 Asset Life (years) (P)
Outdoors 1 Utilisation (%) (P)
Other (specify)
1 Ambient temperature Range (C) 5.2 Volume Flow Rate (Capacity), Pressure and
Minimum/maximum Power Input
1 Ambient Relative Humidity Range (%)
1 Volume Flow Rate (Capacity) (m3/min)
Minimum/maximum (P/S)
1 EMC Environment (
) Maximum required
Class B - light industrial Rated
Class A - Industrial 2 Operating Pressure (barg) (P/S)
2 Special Environmental Hazards (P) Maximum required
Rated full load
3 Maximum Full Flow
Operating Pressure
(barg) (S)
3 References For Further Information (P)

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4 Power Input (kW) (S) 2 Required Air Purity (C) (P)

At the rated volume flow Solid particle content
rate and full load Moisture content
operating pressure Organic vapour content
At the full flow operating
pressure 5.4 Noise and Vibration
At zero flow/load
5 Specific Power Input 1 Noise Levels (dB(A) at 1 m) (P/S)
((kW/m3/min)1 (S) Maximum (80*) (P)
Expected (S)
1 At the rated volume flow rate and full load
operating pressure. 2 Additional Site Specific Noise
Requirements (P)
5.3 Air Temperature and Purity (At Point of Use)

1 Required Air 3 Vibration Levels (mm/s) (rms) (P/S)

Temperature (C) (P) Maximum (as per BS
ISO 10816*) (P)
Actual (S)

5.5 Life Cycle Costs

5.5.1 Energy Consumption

Duty Point 1 Duty Point 2 Duty Point 3 Duty Point 4

3
Volume Flow Rate (m /min) (P)
Operating Pressure (barg) (P)
Utilisation Factor (%) (P)
Power Input (kW) (S)
Composite Power Input (kW) (P)

5.5.2 Service Lives and Costs of Components

1 Expected Service Lives of System

3
Components (x 10 hrs) (P/S)
Component (Specify) Life (S)

2 Costs of Components ()/Time Required

to Replace Components (hrs) (S)
Component (Specify) Cost Time

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6.0 DESIGN SPECIFICATION 2 Type of Compressor(s)

Required/Provided (
) (P/S)
6.1 General (All System Components) Reciprocating
6.1.1 General Sliding vane
Rotary screw
1 Information to be Provided with the Other (specify)
Tender (
) (P) 3 Compressor Design Information (P/S)
e Typical control 3a) Method of Cooling (
) (P/S)
philosophy Air cooled natural
f Typical commissioning convection
plan Air cooled forced
2 Minimum Capacity/Life convection
of Auto-Lubricators
Water cooled
(cc/months) (P/S)
3b) Number of Stages (S)
6.1.2 Weights and Lifting Arrangements 3c) Single or Double Acting Design (
) (S)
Single acting
1 Component (Specify) (P) Weight (kg) (S) Double acting
3d) Oil Injected or Oil Free Design (
) (P/S)
Oil injected
Oil free
3d) Type of Oil Required/Provided (Oil
1 Heaviest erection lift (S) Injected Designs) (P/S)
1 Heaviest maintenance
lift (S)
6.2.2 Compressor Drive Systems
6.1.7 Marking and Identification
2 Type of Motor Starting Required/Provided
2 Further Items (Asset/Tag Numbers etc.) to (
) (P/S)
be Fixed to Components (P) DOL
Star delta
Other (specify)
4 Type of Drive Transmission
Required/Provided (
) (P/S)
6.1.8 O & M Manuals
Direct
1 Reference for Purchasers O & M Manual Close-coupled (via
coupling)
Specification (P)
Pulley and V-Belt

6.2.3 Compressor Ancillaries

6.2 Compressor Package
1e Inlet Connection Details (P/S)
6.2.1 Compressor(s)

1 Number of Compressors 1e Outlet Connection Details (P/S)

Required/Provided (P/S)
1 Configuration/Mode of Operation (
)
(P/S) 1 Additional Items Required/Provided (P/S)
Duty
Duty/assist
Duty/standby

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2 Additional Instrumentation Required/ 6.5.1.2 Automatic Drain Valves (ADVs)

Provided (P/S)
2 Type of ADV Required/Provided (
) (P/S)
Float operated type
3 Additional Facilities Required/ Provided Electronic sensor type
(P/S) Electronic timer type

6.5.1.3 Oil/Water Separators (If

Required/Provided)
6.2.4 Acoustic Enclosure (If Provided)
1 Separator Required/
1 Acoustic Enclosure Provided (Y/N) (P/S)
Provided (Y/N) (S) 4 Type of Separator Reqd./ Provided (P/S)
2 Method of Corrosion Protection (S)

3 Dimensions (L x W x H) (m) (S) 6.5.3 Dryer (If Required/Provided)

6.5.3.1 General
3 External Colour (P/S)
1 Type of Dryer Required/Provided (
)
4e) Door/Panel Locking Arrangements (P/S) (P/S)
Desiccant type
Refrigerant type
Other (specify)
6.3 Local Control Panel (LCP) (If
Required/Provided) 6.5.3.2 Desiccant Dryers (If Required/Provided)

1 LCP Required/Provided 1 Type of Desiccant Regeneration Process

(Y/N) (P/S) Required/Provided (
) (P/S)
4 LCP Position (P/S) Heated
Heatless
Other (specify)
6.4 Air Receiver 2 DDS Required/Provided
(Y/N) (P/S)
2 Air Receiver Capacity
6.5.4 Filters
(litres) (P/S)
5 Additional Features/Facilities Required/
4 Number and Type of Filters Required/
Provided (P/S)
Provided (P/S)

6.5 Air Treatment Equipment

6.5.1 General
6.6 Air Delivery Pipework
6.5.1.1 General
1 Piping Size (NB) (mm) (P/S)
1 Air Treatment Equipment
Required/Provided (
) (P/S)
1a) An aftercooler 1 Piping Material (P/S)
1b) Various air/oil and/or
air/water separators
1c) A dryer
1d) A number of filters

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2 Type of Pipework Connections

Required/Provided (P/S)

8.0 TEST SPECIFICATION

8.1 Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs)

1 Performance Testing Standard (
) (P/S)

BS ISO 1217
BS 1571-2
DIN 1945-1
Pneurop PN2PTC2.3
5 Witness FATs Required
(Y/N) (P)
5 Witness FATs Notice Requirements
(Days) (P)

8.2 Site Acceptance Tests (SATs) (If Required)

1 SATs Required (Y/N)

(P)
2 SATs Details (P)

3 Witness SATs Required

(Y/N) (P)
3 Witness SATs Notice Requirements
(Days) (P)

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APPENDIX D SUPPLIERS SUPPLEMENTARY DATA SHEET INFORMATION

Clause Supplementary Information

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APPENDIX E - INFORMATION TO BE SUPPLIED WITH TENDER

1. Details of the maintenance tasks required to achieve the specified system asset life
(refer to Section 5.1.1) and if appropriate, the expected service lives of the
components detailed in clause 5.5.2.1 (refer to clause 5.5.3.1).

2. All of the items listed in clause 6.1.1.1.

3. All of the items listed in clause 6.5.1.1.1.

4. A set of completed DATA SHEETS with all fields marked S and if appropriate, P/S
completed (refer to Appendix C).

5. Appendix F, if appropriate (refer to Notes).

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APPENDIX F DETAILS OF NON-COMPLIANT INNOVATIONS

Clause Details

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For further information on the Water Industry Mechanical and Electrical Specifications please
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