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MAMTECH SERVICES LIMITED

Specification 6.01

6.01 - NATURAL GAS ENGINES

18/06/14 1

11/06/12 0 ISSUED FOR


APPROVAL

DATE REV. DESCRIPTION PREPARED BY CHECKED BY APPROVED BY


F.OLUWASEGUN M. DUGBOR A. ADEBISI
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION

1.0 SCOPE

2.0 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

3.0 REQUIREMENTS

3.1 Item Definition

3.2 Characteristics
3.2.1 Performance

3.3 Design and Construction


3.3.1 Cycles
3.3.2 Cylinders
3.3.3 Valves and Valve Seats
3.3.4 Camshafts
3.3.5 Pistons
3.3.6 Connecting Rods
3.3.7 Crankshafts
3.3.8 Bearings
3.3.9 Timing Drive Assembly
3.3.10 Crankcase Relief and Vent
3.3.11 Lubrication System
3.3.12 Engine Cooling System
3.3.13 Exhaust Manifold
3.3.14 Locking and Barring
3.3.15 Fuel System
3.3.16 Guards
3.3.17 Auxiliary Engine Equipment
3.3.18 Ignition System
3.3.19 Starting
3.3.20 Governor
3.3.21 Overspeed Trip
3.3.22 Engine Panel and Engine Instrumentation
3.3.23 Engine Shutdown Devices
3.3.24 Controls and Instrumentation
3.3.25 Identification and Marking

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TABLE OF CONTENTS - Continued

SECTION

3.4 Proposals
3.4.1 General
3.4.2 Preliminary Dimensions Drawings
3.4.3 Supplementary Proposal

3.5 Documentation Requirements


3.5.1 General
3.5.2 Drawings

4.0 QUALITY ASSURANCE PROVISIONS

5.0 PREPARATION FOR SHIPPING AND STORAGE

6.0 DEFINITIONS

APPENDIX

I Standards and Codes

ATTACHMENT

1 Internal Combustion Engine Data Sheet (2 Sheets)

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1.0 SCOPE

This specification covers the minimum technical requirements for the


design, manufacture, and testing of natural gas engines with a power
rating of 1550 BHP or less intended for drive applications on offshore oil
and gas production platforms. For a specific engine, this Specification
shall be used in conjunction with the Technical Requirements and data
sheets for that engine. Any exceptions to the requirements of this
Specification shall be submitted in writing for resolution by the
Company.

2.0 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

The Contractor shall consider the most recent issue of the applicable
standards and codes issued by the associations and approval bodies
listed in Appendix I as part of this Specification.

3.0 REQUIREMENTS

3.1 Item Definition

Natural gas engines are internal combustion, spark ignition machines of


the industrial type that run on natural gas fuel. The engines include
integral hardware and instrumentation but not driven equipment, gears,
couplings, and packaging.

3.2 Characteristics

3.2.1 Performance

3.2.1.1 General

a. Engines shall be capable of satisfactory, continuous, full-load


service at the operating conditions required by the Technical
Requirements.

b. Engines shall be suitable for satisfactory operation with the fuel gas
at the site conditions required by the Technical Requirements.

3.2.1.2 Ratings

a. Engines shall be capable of satisfactory performance at the ratings


specified on the data sheets.

b. Engines shall be natural aspiration design.

c. Engines shall be sized to carry the maximum indicated driven


equipment load plus accessories at not more than 95 percent of the
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manufacturer's maximum continuous duty rating.
d. Engine operation based on the fuel analysis specified on the data
sheet shall be provided by the vendor.

e. Quotation shall include the following technical data on the proposed


engine:

 BMEP
 Continuous BHP Rating
 Intermittent BHP Rating

3.2.1.3 Fuel Consumption

a. Fuel consumption shall be based on the fuel analysis specified by


the Project Technical Requirements.

b. Fuel consumption shall be defined as British thermal units per brake


horsepower hour (BTU/BHP/HR). Fuel consumption rate shall be
calculated at the lower heating value of the fuel (LHV).

c. Fuel consumption shall be guaranteed to within plus or minus 2


percent of the specified value.

3.2.1.4 Component Speed

Unless approved by the Company, the maximum rotational speed of the


engine shall not exceed 1000 revolutions per minute (RPM).

3.3 Design and Construction

3.3.1 Cycles

Engines shall be four cycle.

3.3.2 Cylinders

a. Cylinders shall have replaceable wet liners.

b. Cylinders shall be water cooled.

c. Cylinders or intake manifold shall be fitted with plugged indicator


taps to allow for performance evaluation for engines.

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3.3.3 Valves and Valve Seats

a. Intake and exhaust valves shall be constructed of Monel or an


equivalent material approved by the Company and shall have valve
rotaters.

b. Valve seats shall be fabricated from Stellite. Valve seats shall be


replaceable.

c. Valve guides shall be replaceable.

d. If the manufacturer's standard is different from that specified in a, b,


or c above, the standard shall be submitted to the Company for
approval.

3.3.4 Camshafts

a. Camshafts shall be fabricated from heat-treated steel casting.

b. Camshafts shall be accurately machined, ground to shape, and


fitted for force-feed lubrication.

c. Camshaft rollers shall actuate pushrods equipped with hydraulic


lifters.

3.3.5 Pistons

Power pistons shall be fabricated from cast iron or aluminum alloy.


Aluminum alloy pistons shall have cast iron or no-resist ring lands.

3.3.6 Connecting Rods

a. Connecting rods shall be fabricated from forged steel.

b. Connecting rods shall be drilled for force-feed lubrication of wrist


pins.

c. Wrist pins shall be full-floating in the connecting rod.

d. Connecting rod assemblies (including rods, caps, bearings, wrist


pins, oil tubes, bolts, and keepers) shall be uniform in size, weight,
and center of mass.

3.3.7 Crankshafts

a. Crankshafts shall be cast in one piece from SAE 4140 alloy steel.

b. Crankshafts shall be heat treated, machined, and then ground to


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size.

c. Drilled holes and section changes in the crankshafts shall be


finished with a generous, highly-polished radius.
d. Forced lubrication passages in the crankshafts shall be drilled, not
cored. The passages shall be drilled as described in c above.

e. Crankshafts of engines running above 450 RPM shall be dynamically


balanced.

3.3.8 Bearings

The main and connecting rod bearings shall have a precision insert
design.

3.3.9 Timing Drive Assembly

The timing drive, ignition, and camshaft shall conform to standard


manufacturing practice with the exception that belt drives are not
permitted.

3.3.10 Crankcase Relief and Vent

a. The engine shall be provided with crankcase explosion relief doors.


The minimum relief area shall be 1.5 square inches per cubic foot of
crankcase volume.

b. Engine shall have a crankcase breather and filter.

3.3.11 Lubrication System

The engine shall be equipped with a pressure lubrication system.

3.3.11.1 Pump

a. The oil pump shall be direct, chain, or gear-driven from the engine.
The oil pump shall have adequate head capacity to circulate oil to a
remote cooler while maintaining normal engine operation pressure.

b. A prelube/post lube pump shall be provided. The pump shall be


manually operated and shall be driven by air, gas, or direct current
(DC) motor, unless specified otherwise. The pump shall flush
bearings with oil before starting and after shutdown. Data sheets
shall specify the pump requirements.

3.3.11.2 Pressure Relieving Device

a. A pressure relieving device shall be furnished in the pump discharge


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to limit oil pressure.

b. The relieving device shall discharge to the engine crankcase.

c. Set pressure shall be 10 percent less than the maximum allowable


working pressure of the lube oil system, or 125 PSI, whichever is
less.

3.3.11.3 Oil Filter

a. A full-flow duplex engine lube oil filter system shall be provided and
shall have the following features:

 A single-gauge differential pressure indicator


 A transfer valve system providing constant flow during transfer

b. The filter element shall be made from waste pack or cellulose


material.

c. The oil filter shall remove particles over 10 microns, absolute. The
clean oil pressure drop shall not exceed 5 pounds per square inch
gauge (PSIG) at design temperature and flow. If aluminum,
micro-babbit, or equivalent bearings are provided, the filtration
rating shall be 5 microns.

d. The oil filter shall not have an internal relief valve or a built-in
bypass feature.

e. Filter cases and heads shall be suitable for operating at a pressure


not less than 10 percent over the oil pump relief valve setting.

3.3.11.4 Oil Level Regulator

An oil level regulator with a digital make-up meter shall be furnished for
engines with oil flooded crankcases.

3.3.11.5 Heater

a. If specified by Project Technical Requirements or data sheets, a


removable, thermostatically controlled, electric immersion heater
shall be provided.

b. The heater shall heat the oil supply for start-up in cold weather, and
to prevent condensation. The heater shall be capable of raising oil
temperature from the specified minimum site ambient temperature
to a minimum of 75F (24C) in a minimum of 12 hours.

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c. Heater supply voltage shall be specified on the data sheets.

d. The heater shall have a maximum watt density of 15 watts per


square inch.

e. The heater shall be certified for NFPA 70, National Electrical Code
(NEC) Class I, Group D, Division 1 areas.

3.3.12 Engine Cooling System

a. Natural gas engines shall have a built-in centrifugal jacket water


circulating pump.

b. The pump shall be of adequate size to circulate both engine and


driven equipment cooling water to a cooler located remote from the
unit.

c. Jacket water cooler shall be shell and tube type with removable
bundle.

3.3.13 Exhaust Manifold

Water-cooled exhaust manifolds shall be acceptable.

3.3.14 Locking and Barring

a. A hand operated barring-over device shall be furnished. Engines


rated more than 1,000 brake horsepower (BHP) shall have a
pneumatic barring device.

b. A flywheel locking device shall be provided. The locking device


shall prevent inadvertent cranking while engine is being serviced.

3.3.15 Fuel System

3.3.15.1 General

a. Natural gas engines shall have a fuel system that includes a fuel
metering device capable of matching the fuel pressure and rate to
the mass air flow required by the engine.

b. Fuel gas pressure regulators shall be steel body with steel upper
and lower cases. Regulators shall stabilize pressure and volumes to
maintain engine power requirements.

c. The fuel system shall include a three-way, steel body, fuel gas
shutoff valve. The valve shall automatically vent fuel from the inlet
manifold when the engine shuts down. A manual shutoff valve shall
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also be provided.

3.3.15.2 Strainer and Filter

a. The fuel system shall have a fuel strainer and a final fuel filter.

b. The strainer shall be made from 80 mesh material.

c. The filter shall have a duplex design pressure filter.

d. The filter shall have disposable elements with a 10-micron rating.

e. The filter shall have a single gauge differential pressure indicator.

3.3.16 Guards

a. Moving parts (including flywheels if supplied) that present a


personnel hazard shall be shielded with guards.

b. Flywheel guards shall have hinged openings for barring-over the


machine. Openings shall also be provided for access to timing
marks and any other parts requiring attention.

c. Guards shall comply with applicable OSHA codes and Company


Technical Requirements. Screen, expanded metal, or plastic guards
are not acceptable even if permitted by OSHA.

d. Guards shall be easily removed for maintenance.

e. Guards shall be sufficiently rigid to withstand vibration forces and


deflection.

f. Guards shall be rigid enough so that the guard will not rub against
the moving parts if contacted by personnel or machinery.

g. Guards shall be supplied by the engine manufacturer.

3.3.17 Auxiliary Engine Equipment

3.3.17.1 Exhaust Silencer

a. An industrial-grade exhaust silencer shall be furnished with the


following features:

 Integral spark arrester


 Spark trap
 Necessary fittings
 Stainless steel bellows expansion joint
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b. The exhaust silencer and expansion joint shall be insulated in


accordance with the Company Technical Requirements.
Additionally, gas tight thermal insulation shall be provided if the
uninsulated external surface temperature can exceed 900F.

3.3.17.2 Air Filter

a. A dry-type air filter with replaceable elements, a demister, and a


rain shield shall be provided.

b. The rain shield shall be sized to allow 110 percent of the maximum
air flow.

c. The air filter shall have a backfire relief valve.

3.3.18 Ignition System

Contractor shall provide low tension, low fire hazard,


breakerless-capacitor discharge Altronic III ignition system, Altronic coil
and magneto, consisting of the following:

a. Completely shielded metal case low tension magneto with quick


disconnect plugs.

b. Shielded low tension harness from magneto to transformer with


quick disconnect plug.

c. Completely shielded systems with ignition transformers integral


with spark plugs. (Thus eliminating the need for secondary wiring.)

d. High tension shielding leads, vapor tight, low KV absorption,


stainless steel braid covered Teflon. Shielding to extend to shielded
B.G. Platinum tipped spark plugs.

e. High tension leads that are burn resistant, 100% silicon insulated,
tin coated, stranded copper wire.

f. An interrupt pushbutton shall be provided for each cylinder on the


primary wiring for testing purposes. The pushbutton shall be an
Allen-Bradley 800R or Square D, Class 9001, type KA, complete with
hermetically sealed contacts and enclosed in a 316 stainless steel
Nema 4X enclosure.

g. A terminal strip shall be provided on the primary wiring so that


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voltage readings may be obtained. This terminal strip shall be
mounted in the Nema 4X enclosure above.

3.3.19 Starting

3.3.19.1 General

a. The gas or air starting system shall nominally include the following
features:

 Turbine-powered air starters are preferred over vain type starters

 Power transmission equipment

 Shutoff and regulator valves

 Engine mounted piping

 Instrumentation

b. Air or gas supply for the starting motor shall be as specified on the
Technical Requirements.

c. The starter shall engage a flywheel split-ring gear to start the


engine.

d. The starter shall have sufficient torque to turn the engine and driven
equipment at normal cranking speeds at the lowest ambient
temperature specified on the data sheets.

e. Exhaust manifold shall be piped to a central custom connection


point on the skid.

3.3.19.2 Starters and Power Transmission Equipment

a. The starter and power transmission equipment shall be rigidly


supported to prevent misalignment during normal operation.

b. Brackets and supports shall be designed to allow for ease of


alignment and changeout.

3.3.19.3 Pressure Regulator Valves

a. Starters shall have pressure regulator valves with a steel upper and
lower body. The valves shall reduce the pressure of the air/gas lines
to the required level.
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b. Contractor shall inform the Company of the pressure and flow rate
requirements.

3.3.19.4 Main Valve

a. A main valve shall be provided to shut off the flow of gas to the start
motor.

b. The main valve shall be pneumatically operated and shall be


designed to close when the pneumatic signal is lost.

3.3.20 Governor

a. The governor shall be capable of controlling engine speed to within


plus or minus 1-1/2 percent at all loads.

b. The engine governor shall have a mechanical-hydraulic


configuration with mechanical linkage to the engine fuel control
device or carburetor.

c. The governor operation shall be either isochronous or speed droop


as specified in the Company Technical Requirements.

d. The governor shall be vertically mounted. The mounting shall not


bind or put excessive loads on the drive shaft. The drive shaft
coupling shall cause no force in the axial direction of the shaft.

e. The governor shall provide for both manual and an automatic


adjustment of the speed set-point. The governor shall have an
integral pneumatic head capable of accepting a pneumatic signal
for automatic speed set-point adjustment.

f. The governor linkage shall have no lost motion or binding. A means


for locking the governor shall be provided on the linkage. The
linkage shall be designed with full travel between no load and full
load.

3.3.21 Overspeed Trip

a. The engine shall have an accessible overspeed shutdown device.


The device shall be capable of being manually tripped and reset.

b. The trip device shall be set at 110 percent of maximum speed.

c. The minimum contact rating shall be 10 amperes at 250 volts


alternating current (AC).

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d. The trip device, valve, valve stem, packing, and interconnecting
linkages shall be of corrosion-resistant material designed to perform
satisfactorily under conditions of minimum lubrication, infrequent
tripping, and outdoor installation.

e. The trip device shall be certified for NEC Class I, Group D, Division 1
areas.
3.3.22 Engine Panel and Engine Instrumentation

3.3.22.1 General

A 316 stainless steel engine instrument and control panel shall be


supplied and shock-mounted on the engine.

3.3.22.2 Engine Panel

a. An electric, counter tachometer shall be provided.

b. An engine elapsed running-time digital meter shall be provided.

c. An oil-pressure indicator shall be provided with sensors at the main


lube oil pump discharge. The indicator range shall be twice the
normal operating pressure.

d. An engine jacket-water temperature indicator shall be provided with


sensors at the engine jacket-water inlet and outlet. A capillary tube
type shall be provided.

e. Engine oil temperature indicators shall be provided that sense oil


temperature at the engine inlet and outlet. A capillary tube type
shall be provided.

3.3.23 Engine Shutdown Devices

The following engine shutdown devices shall be supplied by the engine


manufacturer:

 Low engine lube oil pressure


 High jacket water temperature
 Engine overspeed
 Engine vibration

3.3.24 Controls and Instrumentation

This section defines a number of control and instrumentation devices


that are not normally supplied by a manufacturer as part of the
manufacturer's standard engine package. Unless otherwise specified in
the Project Technical Requirements, the manufacturer shall supply only
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the controls and instrumentation normally supplied, such as an
engine-mounted control panel. The manufacturer shall, however,
ensure that the unit supplied is capable of accepting all of the controls,
sensors, and indicators required by this section, or offer as an alternate,
a second control panel. The Contractor shall supply all devices outlined
in this Specification which are not otherwise supplied by the
Manufacturer.
3.3.24.1 Control System Capabilities

a. The control system shall provide for the following:

 Pre- and post-lube pump control


 Pushbutton manual start
 Remote manual loading
 Ready-to-start indication

b. The system shall have provisions for start-up bypass and automatic
restore after a time-delay.

c. The control system shall shut down the unit within 5 seconds of
initiating either a normal [manual/emergency shutdown (ESD)] or
fault shutdown.

d. Terminal points shall be provided for connecting remote start and


stop switches, for connecting the platform emergency shutdown
system, and for indicating alarm and shutdown conditions at the
remote location.

e. The system shall automatically regulate the speed of the driven


equipment by means of the input from a selected process set-point.

3.3.24.2 Instrument Panel

a. A 316 stainless steel instrument panel shall be provided and shall


be fully described in the proposal.

b. The instrument panel shall have a 100-watt light installed inside the
panel for illumination and heating. The light shall be suitable for
installation in an NEC Division 1 area.

c. The panel shall be designed to close and vent the main fuel valve
and the engine fuel-gas manifold on both normal and fault
shutdowns.

d. The instrument panel shall be shock mounted.

e. The panel shall contain instrument-air filter/regulators.

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f. The panel shall contain a numbered bulkhead for instrument tubing.

g. The panel shall have a terminal block for electrical connections. The
terminal block shall have spare terminals equal to 20 percent of the
total terminals.

h. The panel shall be watertight and constructed of stainless steel.

i. All controls in the panel shall be vented into a common vent header.

j. The panel shall have a device that allows the operator to test all
shutdown devices without stopping the engine. The test valve shall
be of the push-to-test type.

k. Three spare indicators shall be provided in the panel.

l. Instrument and function nameplates must be permanently attached


to the panel with either stainless steel screws or rivets. Glue is not
acceptable.

3.3.24.3 Engine Pressure and Temperature Monitoring

Pressure or temperature gauges, as applicable, shall be provided to


monitor the following:

 Engine bearing oil pressure at the main lube oil pump discharge
(Locally and panel mounted)

 Engine oil inlet and outlet temperatures (Locally mounted)

 Engine oil cooler temperature at the oil inlet and outlet (Panel
mounted)

 Engine water cooler temperature at the water inlet and outlet


(Panel mounted)

 Differential pressure across the engine lube-oil filters (Single


gauge, locally mounted)

 Engine exhaust temperature (Panel mounted)

 Fuel-gas pressure manometer both upstream and downstream of


the governor (Panel mounted)

 Fuel-gas manifold manometer (Panel mounted)

 Water temperature at the inlet and outlet of the turbocharger


intercooler (Local and panel mounted)
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 Panel air supply pressure (Panel mounted)

 Manifold depression manometer - (Panel mounted)

 Crankcase pressure manometer (Panel mounted)

3.3.24.4 Engine Shutdown Capability

Control systems shall be provided to shut down the unit for protection
against the following conditions. A visual alarm indication of the nature
of the shutdown shall also be provided.

 Low engine lube-oil pressure

 High engine lube-oil temperature

 High engine jacket-water outlet temperature

 High fuel-gas pressure

 High engine vibration

 High cooler vibration for remote cooler

 Engine overspeed

 Low oil level and drive failure on force-feed lubricators (no flow
shall indicate drive failure)

 Remote emergency shutdown signal

 Low water level in auxiliary and jacket water expansion tanks

 Low differential pressure - jacket water pump

 Overcrank shutdown (on automatic crank systems)

3.3.24.5 Testing

Provision shall be made for the following test procedures.

3.3.24.5.1 Control Circuit

a. Alarm and shutdown switches shall be arranged to permit testing of


the control circuit.

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b. If possible, the test procedure shall permit actuating the alarm
element without interfering with normal equipment operation.

c. Alarm and shutdown switch settings shall not be adjustable from


outside the switch housing.
3.3.24.5.2 Alarm and Shutdown System Tests

Alarm and shutdown test facilities shall be provided, including the


following:

a. Low-pressure alarms shall be equipped with valved bleed or vent


connections to allow controlled depressuring of the line downstream
of the block valve to the switch so that the operator can note the
alarm set pressure on the associated pressure gauge.

b. High pressure alarms shall be equipped with valved test


connections so the pressure can be raised with a portable test
pump.

c. Shutdown systems shall be provided with electrical disconnect


switches or another suitable means to permit testing without
shutting down the unit.

3.3.24.6 Timers

Shutdown lockout timers shall not be capable of greater than a


5-minute shutdown delay. The times must have a manual
return-to-zero feature.

3.3.24.7 Electrical Controls for Pneumatic Panels

Pneumatic panels shall have a minimum of 4 normally open and 2


normally closed electric contacts. The contacts shall be designed to
open or close as applicable to provide remote indication of a unit
malfunction.

3.3.24.9 Remote Emergency Shutdown

Provisions for a remote electrical ESD input signal shall be provided.

3.3.24.10 Tachometer and Hour Meter

The unit shall be provided with a tachometer and hour meter.

a. The tachometer shall have the following characteristics:

 Electric
 Intrinsically-safe
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 Digital
 Engine-powered
 Panel mounted

b. The minimum tachometer range shall be from the lowest point of


speed control to 115 percent of the maximum continuous speed.

c. Tachometer accuracy shall be plus or minus 1/2 of 1 percent of the


full speed range.

d. The hour meter shall measure the elapsed running time of the
engine and have the following characteristics:

 Digital
 Panel mounted

3.3.25 Identification and Marking

a. Corrosion-resistant, stainless steel nameplates shall be securely


fastened to each identifiable piece of equipment.

b. The direction of rotation of the engines shall be either cast on the


engine crankcase or shall be indicated on stainless steel or Monel
plates riveted to the crankcase with pins of the same material as
the plates.

c. Major equipment such as pumps and turbochargers shall have


permanently affixed stainless steel tags with the following
information:

 Manufacturer
 Manufacturer's serial number
 Item or tag number
 Size
 Type
 Maximum allowable design limits

d. Nameplates on motors shall include the following information:

 Manufacturer's type
 Manufacturer's serial number
 Rated speed
 Trip speed
 Ambient ratings
 Rated horsepower (HP)

e. Contractor-furnished instrumentation shall have permanently affixed


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stainless steel tags. Each tag shall include the identification shown
on the Company process and instrumentation drawings.

f. A nameplate with complete operating instructions shall be mounted


to the control panel.

g. Nameplates in (a) through (f) above shall be fastened with stainless


steel screws or rivets. Glue or other bonding agents are not
acceptable. Stainless steel wires shall attach tags to equipment if it
is impractical to use rivets or screws.

3.4 Proposals

3.4.1 General

a. Proposal shall include, as a minimum, data as follows:

 Rated Power
 Rated Speed
 Speed Range
 Average Piston Speed
 BMEP
 Fuel Rate

b. The Contractor shall list in the proposal any special weather


protection or climatization required for start-up, operations, and idle
periods under the site conditions specified on the data sheet.

c. Details, descriptions of instrumentation operation and control


operation, makes, materials, and types of auxiliary equipment
including oil systems shall be submitted with the proposal.

d. The proposal shall include a statement of the operating limits.

e. The engine shop test shall be described in the proposal.

3.4.2 Preliminary Dimension Drawing

Each proposal shall be accompanied by a preliminary outline dimension


drawing that shows the approximate location of inlet and discharge
connections, the direction of rotation, overall height, width, length, and
weight of each packaged assembly.

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3.4.3 Supplementary Proposals

a. The Contractor shall submit supplementary proposals for spare


parts other than the spare parts included in the Contractor's original
quotation.

b. The supplementary proposals shall include recommended spare


parts, cross sectional or assembly type drawings, part numbers,
materials, prices, and delivery. Part numbers shall identify each part
for interchangeability purposes.
c. The supplementary proposals shall be forwarded to the Company
for consideration. Promptly after receipt of approval from Company,
Contractor shall order parts for delivery with the equipment.

3.5 Documentation Requirements

3.5.1 General

Data shall be provided giving primary and secondary shaking forces


and couples.

3.5.2 Drawings

a. Manufacturing shall not proceed without approval of drawings


unless specific written approval is given by the Company.

b. Approval of the Contractor's drawings shall not constitute


permission to deviate from any requirements in the order unless
specifically agreed upon in writing. After the drawings have been
approved, the vendor shall furnish certified Mylar film copies in the
quantity specified.

c. The following information shall be included on the outline drawings


and on other drawings and data, as applicable:

 Order number

 Weight of the unit and the heaviest piece of equipment that


needs to be handled for erection and for maintenance

 Principal dimensions, including the dimensions required for


foundation, piping design, and maintenance clearance

 Direction and magnitude of unbalanced forces and couplings and


the location of the center of gravity

 Direction of rotation

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 Horizontal and vertical clearances necessary for dismantling

 Size, type, location, and identification of major and minor pipe


connections, including vents, drains, lubricating oil, instruments
and controls. The connection openings shall be indicated
(including the connection openings to be plugged).

 Ancillary piping, fittings, or equipment furnished by the vendor

 Location and coverage of guards

 Location and size of conduit box connections if electric devices


are included

 A list of reference drawings

 A bill of material for instruments and electrical components

d. Supplemental drawings describing special or unusual construction


features shall be provided.

4.0 QUALITY ASSURANCE PROVISIONS

Quality assurance provisions shall be in accordance with Company


Technical Requirements, with the following additional requirements:

a. Hydrostatic and mechanical tests shall be witnessed by the


Company Representative.

b. Any parts, material, or equipment purchased by the vendor shall be


subject to the Company's shop inspection.

c. Engines shall be given the vendor's standard shop tests as a


minimum.

d. Engines shall be factory tested. Engines shall be run at rated speed


and horsepower for not less than one hour.

e. Company reserves the right to a final inspection for cleanliness of


equipment components, piping, and appurtenances furnished by or
through the Contractor prior to final assembly of any of the
components.

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5.0 PREPARATION FOR SHIPPING AND STORAGE

Preparation for shipping and storage shall be in accordance with


Company Technical Requirements, with additional requirement that
major equipment shall be securely bolted to substantial skids for
shipment.

6.0 DEFINITIONS

Maximum Allowable Speed Maximum allowable speed (measured in


revolutions per minute) is the highest speed at which the
manufacturer's design will permit continuous operation.

Minimum Allowable Speed Minimum allowable speed (measured in


revolutions per minute) is the lowest speed of the engine/compressor
unit at which the manufacturer's design will permit continuous
operation.

Rated Power Rated power of an engine is the maximum continuous


horsepower delivered by the engine at rated speed after derating for
the specified type of service, altitude, summer ambient temperature,
fuel quality and shaft power consumed by auxiliary equipment.

Rated Speed Rated speed (measured in revolutions per minute) is the


highest operating speed necessary to meet the specified service
conditions.

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APPENDIX I

STANDARDS AND CODES

1. INDUSTRY ASSOCIATIONS

American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI)

Low Carbon Stainless Steel

American National Standards Institute (ANSI)

B1.1 Unified Inch Screw Thread (UN and UNR Thread Form)

B16.5 Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings

B4.1 Preferred Limits and Fits for Cylindrical Parts

American Petroleum Institute (API)

STD 7B-11C Specification for Internal-Combustion Reciprocating Engines


for Oil Field Service

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

A106 Specification for Seamless Carbon Steel Pipe for


High-Temperature Service

A193 Specification for Alloy Steel and Stainless Steel Bolting


Materials for High-Temperature Service

A307 Specification for Carbon Steel Externally Threaded Standard


Fasteners

A320 Specification for Alloy Steel Bolting Materials for


Low-Temperature Service

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

70 National Electrical Code

APPENDIX I - Continued
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STANDARDS AND CODES

Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE)

4140 Forgings - 4.0 Percent Copper (CU), 2.0 Percent Nickel (NI),
0.7 Percent Magnesium (MG)

2. GOVERNMENT AGENCIES

United States Department of Labor - Occupational Safety and


Health Administration (OSHA)

29 CFR 1910 General Industry OSHA Safety and Health Standards

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