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STEEL BARGES
2009
NOTICE NO. 7 July 2013
The following Rule Changes were approved by the ABS Rules Committee on 31 May 2013 and
become EFFECTIVE AS OF 1 JULY 2013.
(See http://www.eagle.org for the consolidated version of the Rules for Building and Classing Steel Barges 2009,
with all Notices and Corrigenda incorporated.)
Notes
The date in the parentheses means the date that the Rule becomes effective for new construction based
on the contract date for construction, unless otherwise noted. (See 1-1-4/3.3 of the ABS Rules for
Conditions of Classification (Part 1).)
PART 3
CHAPTER 4
SECTION 1
1.1
Application
All gravity tanks which are subjected to vapor pressure not greater than 0.7 bars (0.7 kgf/cm2, 10 psi) and
other boundaries required to be watertight or weathertight are to be tested in accordance with this Subsection
and proven tight or structurally adequate as follows:
1.1.1
Watertight Boundaries Other Than Tank Boundaries for their watertightness, and
1.1.3
1.3
Structural Testing is a test to verify the structural adequacy of the construction of the tank. This may be
hydropneumatic testing or hydrostatic testing as specified in 3-4-1/5.1 and 3-4-1/5.3.
1.3.2
Leak Testing is a test to verify the tightness of the boundary. Unless specific testing is indicated,
this may be hydrostatic/hydropneumatic testing or air testing as specified in 3-4-1/5.1, 3-4-1/5.3 and
3-4-1/5.5. Leak testing in items 14 to 17 as specified in 3-4-1/Table 1 includes hose test as an
acceptable medium of the test.
Test Procedures
(Revise Paragraph 3-4-1/3.3, as follows:)
3.3
Tank boundaries are to be tested at least from one side. Tanks to be tested for structural adequacy
(see Note 1 to 3-4-1/Table 1) are to be selected so that all representative structural members are
tested for the expected tension and compression.
3.3.2
However, where structural adequacy of a tank was verified by structural testing required
in 3-4-1/Table 1, the subsequent barges in the series (i.e. sister ships built in the same
shipyard) may be exempted from such testing for other tanks which have the structural
similarity to the tested tank, provided that the water-tightness in all boundaries of
exempted tanks are verified by leak tests and thorough inspection. For sister ships built
several years after the last ship of the series, such exemption may be reconsidered. In any
case, structural testing is to be carried out for at least one tank for each barge in order to
verify structural fabrication adequacy. The relaxation to accept leak testing and thorough
inspections instead of a structural test on subsequent barges in the series does not apply to
cargo space boundaries in tankers and combination carriers and tanks for segregated
cargoes or pollutants.
ii)
For watertight boundaries of spaces other than tanks (excluding chain lockers), structural
testing may be exempted, provided that the watertightness in all boundaries of exempted
spaces are verified by leak tests and thorough inspection.
iii)
These subsequent tanks may require structural testing if found necessary after the
structural testing of the first tank.
iv)
Tanks for structural test are to be selected so that all representative structural members are
tested for the expected tension and compression.
ABS RULES FOR BUILDING AND CLASSING STEEL BARGES . 2009
3.5
5.1
Hydrostatic Testing
Hydrostatic Testing is a test to verify the structural adequacy of the design and the tightness of the tanks
structure by means of water pressure. Hydrostatic testing is the normal means for structural testing with
exception as per 3-4-1/3.3.Hydrostatic testing is to consist of a head of water to the level specified in
3-4-1/Table 1 or 3-4-1/Table 2.
5.3
Hydropneumatic Testing
Hydropneumatic Testing is a combined hydrostatic and air testing wherein a tank is filled by water with air
pressure applied on top. When approved, the combined water level and air pressure used for hydropneumatic
testing is to simulate the actual loading as far as practicable. The requirements and recommendations in
3-4-1/5.5 relative to air pressure will also apply.
5.5
Air Testing
Air Testing is a test to verify the tightness of the structure by means of air pressure difference. All boundary
welds, erection joints and penetrations including pipe connections are to be examined in accordance with
the approved test procedure and under a pressure differential not less than 0.15 bar (0.15 kgf/cm2, 2.2 psi)
with a leak indicating solution.
It is recommended that the air pressure in the tank be raised to and maintained at 0.20 bar (0.20 kgf/cm2,
2.9 psi) for approximately one hour, with a minimum number of personnel around the tank, before being
lowered to the test pressure.
A U-tube with a height sufficient to hold a head of water corresponding to the required test pressure is to
be arranged. The cross sectional area of the U-tube is to be not less than that of the pipe supplying air. In
addition to the U-tube, a master gauge or other approved means is to be provided to verify the pressure.
Other effective methods of air testing, including compressed air fillet weld testing or vacuum testing, may
be considered in accordance with 3-4-1/5.9.
5.7
Hose Testing
Hose Testing is a test to verify the tightness of the joint by a jet of water. Hose testing is to be carried out with
the pressure in the hose of at least 2 bar (2 kgf/cm2, 30 psi) during test. The nozzle is to have minimum
inside diameter of 12 mm (0.5 in.) and is to be located at a distance to the joint not exceeding 1.5 m (5 ft).
For structural welds, where hose testing is not practical because of possible damage to machinery, electrical
equipment insulation or outfitting items, it may be replaced by a careful visual examination of welded
connections, supported where necessary by means such as penetration testing, ultrasonic testing, or an
equivalent.
For cable penetrations, where hose testing is not practical because of possible damage to machinery, electrical
equipment insulation or outfitting items, other methods of testing may be considered upon submission of
full particulars to the attending Surveyor.
5.9
5.11
5.13
Ultrasonic Testing
Ultrasonic Testing is a test to verify the tightness of a sealing by means of ultrasound. An arrangement of
an ultrasonic echoes transmitter placed inside a compartment and a receiver outside. A location where the
sound is detectable by the receiver displays a leakage in the sealing of the compartment.
5.15
Penetration Testing
Penetration Testing is a test to verify that no leakage exist in the boundaries of a compartment by the
application of low surface tension liquids. A test of butt welds by applying a low surface tension liquid to
one side of a compartment boundary. When no liquid is detected on the opposite side of the boundary after
expiration of a definite time, verification of the tightness of the compartment boundary can be assumed.
5.17
Application of Coating
(Revise Paragraph 3-4-1/7.1, as follows:)
7.1
Structural Testing
For all weld joint types excluding butt joints by automatic process, final coating may be applied
prior to the structural testing. See 3-4-1/Table 3.
7.1.2
Leak Testing
For all manual or semi-automatic erection welds and all fillet weld tank boundary connections
including penetrations, the final coating is to be applied after leak testing. For other welds, the
final coating may be applied prior to leak testing, provided the Surveyor, after examination prior to
the application of the coating, is satisfied with the weld. The Surveyor reserves the right to require
leak testing prior to the final coating of automatic erection welds and manual or automatic preerection welds. See 3-4-1/Table 3.
7.5
TABLE 1
Testing Requirements for Tanks and Boundaries (1 July 2013)
Tank or Boundary to be Tested
Test Type
Leak &
Structural (1)
The greater of
- top of the overflow,
- to 2.4 m (8 ft) above top of
tank (2), or
- to bulkhead deck
Leak
Leak &
Structural (1)
The greater of
- top of the overflow,
- to 2.4 m (8 ft) above top of
tank (2), or
- to bulkhead deck
Leak
Leak &
Structural (1)
The greater of
- top of the overflow, or
- to 2.4 m (8 ft) above top of
tank (2)
Remarks
Leak &
Structural (1)
The greater of
- top of the overflow,
- to 2.4 m (8 ft) above top of
tank (2), or
- to top of tank (2) plus setting
of any pressure relief valve
Leak &
Structural (1)
The greater of
- top of the overflow, or
- top of cargo hatch coaming
Peak tanks
Leak &
Structural (1)
The greater of
- top of the overflow, or
- to 2.4 m (8 ft) above top of
tank (2)
Leak
Leak
Cofferdams
Leak
a. Watertight bulkheads
Leak
Leak
Hose
See 3-4-1/5.7
10
11
12
Leak
13
Leak
14
Leak (3)
15
Shell doors
Leak (3)
16
Leak (3, 8)
17
Leak (3, 8)
In addition to structural
test in item 6 or 7
18
Chain locker
Leak &
Structural
Leak &
Structural (1)
The greater of
- top of the overflow, or
- to 0.9 m (3 ft) above top of
tank
Leak &
Structural (1)
The greater of
- ballast pump maximum
pressure, or
- setting of any pressure relief
valve
19
20
Notes:
Independent tanks
Ballast ducts
(6, 8)
Provided the structural similarity of a group of tanks is recognized by ABS and a representative tank as selected by
ABS is structurally tested based on the design approval, all subsequent tanks on each barge are tested for leaks by
an air testing in accordance with 3-4-1/5.5. However, where structural adequacy of a tank was verified by structural
testing, the subsequent barges of a series of identical new buildings may be exempted from such testing for other
tanks which have the structural similarity to the tested tank, provided that the water-tightness in all boundaries of
exempted tanks are verified by leak tests and thorough inspection are to be carried out. In any case, structural
testing is to be carried out for at least one tank for each barge in order to assure structural fabrication adequacy.
These relaxations do not apply to cargo space boundaries in tankers and combination carriers and tanks for
segregated cargoes or pollutants. (See 3-4-1/3.3.2i).)
Top of tank is deck forming the top of the tank, excluding any hatchways.
Hose Testing may also be considered as a medium of the test. See 3-4-1/5.7.
Including tanks arranged in accordance with the provisions of SOLAS regulation II-1/9.4
Including duct keels and dry compartments arranged in accordance with the provisions of SOLAS regulation II-1/9.4
Where water tightness of watertight door has not confirmed by prototype test, testing by filling watertight spaces
with water is to be carried out. See SOLAS regulation II-1/16.2 and MSC/Circ.1176.
Where a hose test is not practicable, other testing methods listed in 3-4-1/5.13 through 3-4-1/5.17 may be
applicable subject to adequacy of such testing methods being verified. See SOLAS regulation II-1/11.1.
As an alternative to the hose testing, other testing methods listed in 3-4-1/5.13 through 3-4-1/5.17 may be
applicable subject to adequacy of such testing methods being verified. See SOLAS regulation II-1/11.1.
TABLE 2
Additional Testing Requirements for Barges or Tanks of Special Service (1 July 2013)
Type of Barges
or Tanks
Structures to be Tested
Type of
Testing
Liquefied Gas
Carriers
Structural
& Leak
Edible Liquid
Tanks
Independent Tanks
Structural
& Leak
Chemical
Carriers
Structural
& Leak
Notes:
Remarks
(1 July 2013) Top of tank is deck forming the top of the tank, excluding any hatchways.
TABLE 3
Application of Leak Testing, Coating and Provision of Safe Access
for Type of Welded Joints (1 July 2013)
Coating (1)
Leak Testing
Before
Leak Testing
After
Leak Testing
& Before
Structural Test
Leak Testing
Structural Test
Automatic
Not required
Allowed(3)
N/A
Not required
Not required
Manual or
Semi-automatic(4)
Required
Not allowed
Allowed
Required
Not required
Boundary
including
penetrations
Required
Not allowed
Allowed
Required
Not required
Butt
Fillet
Notes:
Coating refers to internal (tank/hold coating), where applied, and external (shell/deck) painting. It does not refer to
shop primer.
The condition applies provided that the welds have been carefully inspected visually to the satisfaction of the
Surveyor.
Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) semiautomatic butt welds need not be tested provided that careful visual
inspections show continuous uniform weld profile shape, free from repairs, and the results of NDE testing show no
significant defects.