MQ SP P 5018

Power and Water Utility Co.
for Jubail and Yanbu (MARAFIQ) Master Specification MQ-SP-P-5018

Project Name: Date: 31 Mar 2011
Contract Number: Page 1 of 14
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS ............................................................................................................................................3
1.0 GENERAL .....................................................................................................................................................5

1.1 Summary ......................................................................................................................... 5
A. Scope of Specification ........................................................................................................5
B. Related Specifications ........................................................................................................5
C. Related Technical Requirements ........................................................................................5
D. Supplied by Owner .............................................................................................................5
E. Terminology .......................................................................................................................5
1.2 References ...................................................................................................................... 6
A. ANSI (American National Standards Institute) ..................................................................6
B. ANSI/AWS (American National Standards Institute/American Welding Society) ............6
C. API (American Petroleum Institute) ...................................................................................6
D. ASME (American Society for Mechanical Engineers).......................................................6
E. Government Requirements .................................................................................................6
1.3 System Description ........................................................................................................ 7
A. Design Requirements..........................................................................................................7
B. Drawing Preparation Requirements....................................................................................7
C. Piping Tie-In List................................................................................................................8
1.4 Submittals ....................................................................................................................... 9
1.5 Quality Assurance .......................................................................................................... 9
A. Safety Precautions ..............................................................................................................9
1.6 Site Conditions ............................................................................................................. 10
A. Existing Conditions ..........................................................................................................10
B. Sequencing and Scheduling ..............................................................................................11
2.0 PRODUCTS.................................................................................................................................................11
2.1 New Material Criteria .................................................................................................... 11
A. Components ......................................................................................................................11
B. Nozzle Reinforcement ......................................................................................................11
C. Branch Connections..........................................................................................................11
D. Special Branch Reinforcing ..............................................................................................11
E. Hot Tap Valves .................................................................................................................12
2.2 Existing Material Criteria.............................................................................................. 12
A. Hot Tapping......................................................................................................................12
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2.3 Hot Tap Machine Criteria.............................................................................................. 13

3.0 EXECUTION...............................................................................................................................................13
3.1 Preparation.................................................................................................................... 13
3.2 Application And Installation......................................................................................... 13
4.0 ATTACHMENTS........................................................................................................................................14
4.1 Attachment 01: Cold Tap Procedure in Conjunction with Total Plant Shutdown .... 14
4.2 Attachment 02: Cold Tap Procedure in Conjunction with System Shutdown or
Isolation of Pipe ............................................................................................................ 14
4.3 Attachment 03: Hot Tap and Stoppling Procedure - Minimum Guidelines............... 14
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1.0 GENERAL
1.1 Summary
A. Scope of Specification
1. This specification provides guidelines for design of piping tie-ins, selection of tie-in
methods, and control and coordination of piping tie-ins for the purpose of planning
and safely performing tie-in work.
2. Wherever a difference exists between this specification and the drawings, the
drawings shall govern. No deviation shall be made from this specification without
written authorization from Marafiq.
B. Related Specifications
Work in this specification shall be coordinated with Marafiq Engineering Specifications:
 MQ-SP-P-5002: Piping - Material Specification Line Class

 MQ-SP-P-5004: Field Fabrication And Installation - Process And Utility Piping
 MQ-SP-P-5010: Piping Pressure Testing
 MQ-SP-P-5005: Internal Cleaning Of Piping Systems
 MQ-SP-P-5029: Welding - Piping Shop / Field Fabrication
C. Related Technical Requirements
1. Williamson, T. D., Stopple Fitting.

2. Roark, R. J., Formulas for Stress and Strain, Fourth Edition.
D. Supplied by Owner
In cases when Marafiq will perform connections to existing piping or equipment, the tie-
in point shall be the interface point between the Marafiq supplied piping and Contractor's
scope piping.
E. Terminology
1. Cold Tap: Work to be performed with piping or equipment out of service,

depressurized, and vented.
2. Hot Tap: Work to be performed with piping or equipment in service by welding or

drilling.
3. Stoppling: A device used to isolate or plug a section of pipe for repairs or

modifications without shutting down, depressurizing or clearing the entire line, by
mechanical means through hot-tapped connections.
4. Hazardous Substances: Included, but are not limited to, those substances that are
explosive, combustible, toxic, or corrosive.
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5. Flammable Service: A fluid which, under expected operating conditions, is a vapor

or produces vapors that can be ignited and continue to burn in air.
6. Confined Space: An enclosure with known or potential hazards and restricted means
of entrance and exit.
1.2 References
The publications listed below form part of this specification. Each publication forming part of this
specification shall be the latest revision and addendum in effect on the date this specification is issued
for construction unless noted otherwise. Except as modified by the requirements specified herein or the
details of the drawings, Work included in this specification shall conform to the applicable provisions
of these publications.
A. ANSI (American National Standards Institute)
1. ANSI Z49.1 Safety in Welding and Cutting
B. ANSI/AWS (American National Standards Institute/American Welding Society)
1. ANSI/AWS F4.1 Recommended Safe Practices for the Preparation for

Welding and Cutting of Containers That Have Held
Hazardous Substances.
C. API (American Petroleum Institute)
1. API Publication 2009 Safe Welding and Cutting Practices in Refineries,

Gas Plants, and Petrochemical Plants
2. API Publication 2201 Procedures for Welding or Hot Tapping on

Equipment Containing Flammables
3. API Publication 941 Steels for Hydrogen Service at Elevated

Temperatures and Pressures in Petroleum Refineries
and Petrochemical Plants
D. ASME (American Society for Mechanical Engineers)
1. ASME B31.1 Power Piping

2. ASME B31.3 Process Piping
3. ASME BPV Section IX Welding and Brazing Qualifications
E. Government Requirements
Where fabrication and design criteria in this specification are affected by Kingdom of
Saudi Arabia or Royal Commission requirements, this specification shall be modified as
necessary to ensure compliance.
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1.3 System Description
A. Design Requirements
1. Piping tie-ins shall be approved by Contractor Lead Piping Engineer and Marafiq
Representative before any work can be done to existing piping by Construction
Personnel or Contractor.
2. A piping tie-in method for each tie-in shall be established before any tie-in work can
be started.
3. Tie-in methods shall be grouped in the following procedures, and the procedures
strictly adhered to during piping tie-in work:
a. Cold Tap Procedure in Conjunction With Total Plant Shutdown (refer to

Attachment 01).
b. Cold Tap Procedure in Conjunction With System Shutdown or Isolation of Pipe

(refer to Attachment 02).
c. Hot Tap Procedure - Minimum Guidelines (refer to Attachment 03).
d. Hot Tap Procedure by Stoppling - Minimum Guidelines (refer to

Attachment 03).
4. Procedures may also be submitted to the Marafiq Lead Piping Engineer for approval
(refer to Section 1.4, of this specification). However, no deviation from the minimum
guidelines and safety considerations specified in this specification shall be permitted.
B. Drawing Preparation Requirements
Tie-in points shall be identified on the P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams) and
piping drawings with the Marafiq tie-in symbol and numbering system as defined on the
P&ID legend key sheet.
1. P&IDs
a. Locate and tag tie-in points during the development of flow diagrams.
b. Show sufficient detail of existing piping to identify the point of tie-in.
2. Piping Plan Drawings
a. Tie-in points shall be indicated in the piping plans, taking into consideration
clearances required to perform tie-in work.
b. Field survey of tie-in location shall be done, and it is recommended early during
design.
3. Isometric Drawings
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In addition to data normally shown on isometric drawings, the following information

shall be given when tapping or stoppling piping or equipment:
a. Process fluid or vapor with maximum operating pressure and temperature.
b. Material specifications, wall thickness (no less than calculated minimum) of

equipment or pipe to be tapped.
c. Exact location and orientation of tapping nozzle.
d. Drill or cutter diameter.
e. Nozzles and adapters shall be in accordance with Piping Engineering

Specification MQ-SP-P-5002, as shown on the drawings.
f. For ductile iron lines, tapping saddle, or sleeve specification and the exact
outside radius (R) of the line as measured at the point of pressure tapping.
g. Special welding and preheating procedures, if required.
h. Test fluid and pressures for testing nozzles, valve, adapter, and reinforcing pad
(if reinforcing is specified), and special instructions for removal of test fluid and
cleaning the nozzle, if required to prevent product contamination.
i. Special instruction for work to be performed on equipment containing toxic or

potentially hazardous material and any other special safety precautions which
may be required.
j. Precautionary notes such as those required when tapping or stoppling ethylene,

butadiene, or acetylene.
k. The minimum clear, full-round valve opening required (allow for 3 mm [1/8 of
an inch] clearance in diameter) and the specific valve meeting this requirement.
l. If reinforced connections are not commercially available or if excessive time is

required to secure the commercial connections, specify the following and
provide the necessary information for their fabrication:
 Ductile Iron Lines (Design according to applicable code.)

 Other than Ductile Iron Lines (Specify pad.)
C. Piping Tie-In List
A piping tie-in list shall be prepared and issued for use by Construction / Contractor.
Completed tie-ins shall be initialed and dated on the tie-in list by authorized personnel
responsible for performing tie-ins, Contractor personnel on site, and Marafiq.
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1.4 Submittals
A. It is mandatory that in advance of any hot tap work, the following items should be
prepared and submitted to Marafiq for approval:
1. WPS (Weld Procedure Specification) and PQR (Procedure Qualification Record)
2. A hot tap procedure
3. A connection design and type of hot tap machine
4. Health, safety, fire protection, and other appropriate instructions, including Marafiq
or User requirements
B. Alternate cold tap procedures may be submitted for Marafiq approval. Otherwise, the
cold tap procedures specified herein shall be adhered to.
1.5 Quality Assurance
To ensure that the proper precautions are taken before and during tie-in work, the following safety
precautions shall be taken into consideration:
A. Safety Precautions
1. Piping systems that have held hazardous substances shall be prepared before tie-in
work, in accordance with ANSI / AWS F4.1 and this specification.
2. Welding or hot tapping on piping containing flammables shall be done in accordance

with API Publication 2201 and this specification.
3. Only qualified personnel are allowed to perform tie-in work. Qualified personnel are
designated by Contractor and Marafiq, in writing, as capable (by education or
specialized training, or both) of anticipating, recognizing, and evaluating employee
exposure to hazardous substances or other unsafe conditions. These personnel should
be capable of specifying the necessary control or protective action, or both, for
worker safety.
4. A hot work permit must be obtained from Construction Contractor or Marafiq

Representative before any hot tapping can be performed. (Refer to Attachment 03.)
5. Welding Precautions
a. Welding shall not be performed on compressed air lines or air receivers under
pressure.
b. Welding shall not be performed on piping operating above its rated working
pressure.
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c. No welding shall be performed in gas service piping unless a minimum flow is

maintained to ensure dissipation of heat.
d. No welding shall be performed in tanks and vessels above their liquid level.
e. No welding shall be performed on piping which is operating at less than

atmospheric pressure unless prior written approval is obtained from Marafiq.
f. No welding shall be performed on pipe operating at a temperature below 5 °C

(40 degrees F) unless prior written approval is obtained from Marafiq.
6. Hot tapping of lines or vessels containing the following services is not permitted
unless written approval from Construction Contractor and Marafiq is obtained:
 Flammable vapor/air mixtures

 Oxidizing chemicals such as oxygen, peroxide, or chlorine
 Unsaturated hydrocarbons
 Caustic soda
 Amines
 Ammonia
7. Hot tapping shall not be done on piping with cladding or linings such as glass, lead,
refractory, plastic, and strip lining.
8. Hot tapping shall not be done in piping requiring PWHT (Post Weld Heat
Treatment).
9. Avoid hot tapping upstream of rotating equipment unless such equipment is

protected from the cuttings by means of filters or strainers.
10. To ensure that hot tapping will be performed under safe conditions, a checklist is
attached for consideration. Refer to Attachment 03.
11. For work above and below grade, or in congested areas, provide for easy personnel
exit. To ensure that excavations are safe for entry and hot line work, tests for
presence of flammable and toxic material shall be made. If either of these are
present, an air mover or some other positive means of ventilation shall be provided.
Air breathing equipment must be used to protect personnel from toxic atmospheres
or vapors emitted as a result of welding or penetrations into lines. Refer to Section
1.6, of this specification, for site conditions.
1.6 Site Conditions
A. Existing Conditions
1. Tie-in work performed in Refineries, Gas Plants, and Petrochemical Plants shall be
in accordance with API Publication 2009.
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2. Tie-in work locations shall be analyzed for the appropriate safeguards and types of
personal protective equipment available if needed. Factors that require consideration
are as follows:
a. The work location must be gas free, and precautions should be taken to prevent
ignition of flammable or combustible materials.
b. Before welding or cutting is performed above or near oily surfaces, the area
should be flushed with water, steam cleaned, or covered with clean dirt or sand,
or other precautions should be taken.
c. Tie-in work should not be permitted while adjacent equipment that contains
flammable liquid or vapor is being opened, disassembled, steamed, ventilated, or
flushed of sediment.
d. Provisions should also be made to ensure that cutting or welding operations

inside a confined space do not create a hazard to personnel. (Refer to
ANSI Z49.1.)
B. Sequencing and Scheduling
Plant shutdown schedule should be requested from Marafiq in order to prioritize and
schedule tie-in activities (such as drawing issue, material purchase, and material
delivery).
2.0 PRODUCTS
2.1 New Material Criteria
A. Components
1. Valves, packing, gaskets, and other piping components shall be in accordance with
Piping Engineering Specification MQ-SP-P-5002.
B. Nozzle Reinforcement
1. Nozzle reinforcement material shall be of the same nominal chemical composition

and physical characteristics as the branch connection and the equipment being
tapped.
C. Branch Connections
1. Branch connections shall be in accordance with Piping Engineering Specification

MQ-SP-P-5002.
D. Special Branch Reinforcing

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1. Special branch reinforcing may be required for hot tapping to prevent buckling of
header during pressure testing of the branch connectors.
E. Hot Tap Valves
1. Valves must have clear, full, round openings at least 3 mm (1/8 of an inch) greater in
diameter than the specified drill or cutter OD.
2. Regular port (not tilted port or venturi port) gate valve with the same DN (Nominal
Diameter) or NPS (Nominal Pipe Size) and rating as the branch connection shall be
specified, except as follows:
a. Ball valves may be used if port opening and material specifications are
adequate.
b. Corporation plug cocks (DN 20 [NPS ¾]]) may be used in water service if the
line being tapped is ductile iron or steel, Schedule 40, and DN 100 (NPS 4) or
larger.
c. If maximum drill diameter is required for valves sizes DN 50 (NPS 2) and

smaller, full port valves shall be specified.
3. For valve sizes DN 50 (NPS 2) and smaller (other than full port type), it may be
necessary to use a drill diameter 1 size smaller than that specified in order to clear
the valve seat rings. This decision must be made in the field after the valve has been
selected since inside dimensions of the smaller valves vary widely with manufacturer
and style.
2.2 Existing Material Criteria
A. Hot Tapping
1. Some pipe systems may be unsuitable for hot tapping because the metallurgy or
thickness of metal requires stress relieving, which normally cannot be done while the
system is in service. Special treatment is required for high tensile strength alloy
steels, and special welding electrodes must be used. Hot tap fitting and weld rod
metallurgy must be compatible with piping to be welded.
2. The base metal thickness must provide support for the new connection and the hot
tap machine or be properly reinforced to provide such support. Generally, a
minimum base metal thickness of 5 mm (3/16 of an inch) is recommended for hot
tapping. A minimum base metal thinner than 5 mm (3/16 of an inch) shall not be hot
tapped without written authorization from Engineering Contractor and Marafiq.
3. The base metal must be free of lamination, hydrogen attack, or stress corrosion
cracking. There must be no other imperfections that would prevent a solid weld from
being made.
4. Stress relieving of the welded area must not be required.

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2.3 Hot Tap Machine Criteria
A. The hot tap machine shall be of the proper size and rating to accommodate the required
pipe branch connection.
B. Hot tapping machines have a maximum working pressure and temperature rating which
shall not be exceeded. The machine may be powered by hand, hydraulic fluids, or
pneumatic drives. Electric motor drives are prohibited.
C. The hot tap machine shall have an accurate means by which to indicate the travel distance
of the pilot bit and cutter.
D. The design shall include the specification for gaskets, tapping valve, and bolts. Hot tap
fitting length must accommodate the machine. Sufficient clearance for operation of the
machine must be provided.
E. Before hot tapping is attempted, the machine, cutter, and pilot bit shall be carefully
inspected to ensure that all are in satisfactory condition.
3.0 EXECUTION
3.1 Preparation
Tie-in work shall not start until the following criteria have been met:
A. Design and safety considerations have been taken into account.
B. Each tie-in point must have a tapping-type listed on the tie-in list.
3.2 Application And Installation
A. Tie-in work shall be done in accordance with referenced procedures in this specification's
Attachment section, and Piping Engineering Specification MQ-SP-P-5004.
B. Tie-in work procedures shall be outlined as follows:
1. Preparation and Safety Precautions
2. Inspection and Testing Prior to Tie-in Work
3. Cleaning Prior to Tie-in Work
4. Installation
5. Quality Control
6. Post Tie-in Work Inspection, Testing, and Cleaning

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C. Refer to Attachments 01, 02, and 03 for detailed description of procedure.
4.0 ATTACHMENTS
4.1 Attachment 01: Cold Tap Procedure in Conjunction with Total Plant Shutdown
4.2 Attachment 02: Cold Tap Procedure in Conjunction with System Shutdown or Isolation of
Pipe
4.3 Attachment 03: Hot Tap and Stoppling Procedure - Minimum Guidelines
End of Specification
Contract Number: Attachment 01 - Page 1 of 1
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a. Tie-in work shall be done only at specified tie-in points.
b. Tie-in points shall be clearly marked with tie-in point numbers identical to tie-in list.
c. Tie-ins shall be done in sequence with a schedule previously prepared by Engineering Contractor
and Marafiq to ensure tie-ins can be completed during plant shutdown.
d. Special considerations shall be given to any tie-in work done on piping which has contained
hazardous substances (refer to ANSI/AWS F4.1.).
e. Each tie-in work area shall be prepared in accordance with Section 1.6.A, before tie-in work is
performed.
a. Existing piping shall be inspected.
b. Valves in the line should be closed and locked out. The pipe should be disconnected and drained.
The open end of the pipe sections not being worked on should be blanked off.
Cleaning shall be in accordance with Piping Engineering Specification MQ-SP-P-5005.
4. Installation
Installation of new piping systems shall be done in accordance with Piping Engineering Specification MQ-
SP-P-5004. Welding shall be done in accordance with Piping Engineering Specification MQ-SP-P-5029.
5. Quality Control
After the tie-in work is completed, it shall be checked in accordance with the existing plant safety criteria
and the appropriate construction QC (Quality Control) practices.
Testing shall be done in accordance with Piping Engineering Specification MQ-SP-P-5010.

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a. Tie-in work shall be done only at specified tie-in points.
b. Tie-in points shall be clearly marked with tie-in point numbers identical to tie-in list.
c. Tie-ins shall be done in sequence with a schedule previously prepared by Engineering Contractor
and Marafiq to ensure tie-ins can be completed during plant shutdown.
d. Special considerations shall be given to any tie-in work done on piping which has contained
hazardous substances (refer to ANSI/AWS F4.1.).
e. Each tie-in work area shall be prepared in accordance with Section 1.6.A, before tie-in work is
performed.
a. Existing piping shall be inspected.
b. Valves in the line should be closed and locked out. The pipe should be disconnected and drained.
The open end of the pipe sections not being worked on should be blanked off.
Cleaning shall be in accordance with Piping Engineering Specification MQ-SP-P-5005.
4. Installation
Installation of new piping systems shall be done in accordance with Piping Engineering Specification MQ-
SP-P-5004. Welding shall be done in accordance with Piping Engineering Specification MQ-SP-P-5029.
5. Quality Control
After the tie-in work is completed, it shall be checked in accordance with the existing plant safety criteria
and the appropriate construction QC (Quality Control) practices.
Testing shall be done in accordance with Piping Engineering Specification MQ-SP-P-5010.

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Each hot or stopple tap shall be evaluated on its own merits considering operating conditions, line contents, piping
materials, and location. The following requirements shall be met:
a. Hot taps shall not be made in equipment while it is operating at temperatures below the metal transition
temperatures.
b. For hot taps that will be made at low temperatures below 5 °C (40 degrees F), special preheat, welding, and
post-heat procedures may be required.
c. Hot taps shall not be specified for equipment handling amine (MEA and DEA) or caustic, if operating
conditions would require stress relief.
d. Hot taps shall not be specified for equipment or lines containing flammables below atmospheric pressure or
containing a mixture within the flammable range and operating at any pressure.
e. Hot taps shall be avoided or special precautions specified when air-hardening alloys are involved.
f. Hot tapping of equipment containing hydrogen is permissible provided the equipment had not operated
above the Nelson curve limits. (Refer to API 941.)
g. When equipment containing hydrogen sulfide or other toxic materials is to be hot tapped, special safety
precautions (if any) for these materials shall be specified.
h. If equipment handling ethylene, butadiene, or acetylene is to be hot tapped, special precautions must be
taken to maintain circulation and prevent overheating and thermal decomposition (with possible explosion)
of the contents.
i. Do not hot tap pressurized piping or pressure vessels at locations where fluid flow does not exist.
j. Hot tapping of storage tanks shall not be specified except at locations on the shell where the liquid level can
be maintained at least 1 m above the highest point of welding during welding operations.
k. Do not hot tap equipment upstream of rotating machinery unless facilities exist that will prevent cuttings
and droppings from reaching the machinery.
l. Bolt-on connections shall be used for hot tapping cast iron equipment.
m. Hot tapping of reinforced concrete pressure piping (or other internally lined equipment) is allowed;
however, special tapping materials, equipment, and techniques are required.
Design of hot tap connections shall be in accordance with the applicable codes and standards.
Locate hot tap connections according to the following:
a. Allow sufficient clearance to install connections and operate the tapping or plugging equipment.
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b. Locate connections so that welding is performed at least 600 mm (24 inches) from flanges, threaded
connections, and riveted joints, whenever possible. This should prevent leaks from developing in those
joints.
c. Locate connections so that no welding is required within 50 mm (2 inches) of an existing weld.
The nozzle length must be determined for the particular tapping machine that will be used so as to ensure a complete
cut through the equipment wall. In addition, for flanged nozzles, the length should be adequate to permit removal of
flange bolts. When practicable, the face-to-center line dimension of flanged nozzles for perpendicular connections
to pipelines should be the same as the corresponding dimensions for a welding tee and welding neck flange of the
same size and rating as the tapped line.
Connections shall be the reinforced type using one of the following:
a. Hot tap connections for size-to-size connections shall be a full encirclement saddle a minimum width of 75
mm (3 inches) and 6 mm (1/4 of an inch) minimum thickness.
b. Hot tap connections for other than size-to-size shall be one of the following:
1. Integrally reinforced welding outlet fitting (fully welded).
2. Reinforcing pad a minimum width of 75 mm (3 inches) and 6 mm (1/4 of an inch) minimum

thickness.
3. Full-encirclement, weld-on saddles a minimum width of 75 mm (3 inches) and 6 mm (1/4 of an

inch) thickness.
4. Full-encirclement, bolt-on saddles where attachment by welding is not permitted.
c. Hot tapping connections for cast iron pipelines shall be full-encirclement, bolt-on saddle.
d. Stoppling connections shall be full-encirclement type fitting equal to T. D. Williamson's Stopple Fitting.
Connections shall be designed to prevent buckling of the surface being tapped due to application of test pressure to
the inside of the branch connection. An acceptable method for calculating the buckling pressures in externally
loaded cylinders is given in R. J. Roark, Formulas for Stress and Strain, Fourth Edition, Page 354, Item S(34).
The minimum hot tapping nozzle and valve size specified shall be DN 25 (NPS 1).
Heating or purging of the tapping or stoppling connection shall be specified if the equipment contents will be solid
at ambient temperatures.
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Testing
The tapping or stoppling connections, reinforcing pad, valve, machine, and joints shall be pressure tested prior to
tapping the line.
Hydrostatic test shall be specified for equipment operating between 5 °C and 93 °C, unless other special conditions
require a different test medium. For other temperatures, air, nitrogen, or another inert gas shall be specified.
Test pressure for the valve, nozzles, and reinforcing pad (if required) shall be as follows:
a. For tanks, test pressure shall be 300 kPag (40 psig).
b. For piping and pressure vessels, test pressure shall be calculated according to the applicable code and shall
be based on the most severe combination of design pressure and temperature (not the operating conditions),
since operating conditions may change from time to time.

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ISSUED FOR : Construction X Other APPROVED

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0 11/09/2010 ISSUED FOR APPROVAL – ENTIRE DOCUMENT

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TABLE OF CONTENTS ............................................................................................................................................3

1.0 GENERAL .....................................................................................................................................................5

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2.3 Hot Tap Machine Criteria.............................................................................................. 13

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Work in this specification shall be coordinated with Marafiq Engineering Specifications:

 MQ-SP-P-5002: Piping - Material Specification Line Class

C. Related Technical Requirements

1. Williamson, T. D., Stopple Fitting.

1. Cold Tap: Work to be performed with piping or equipment out of service,

2. Hot Tap: Work to be performed with piping or equipment in service by welding or

3. Stoppling: A device used to isolate or plug a section of pipe for repairs or

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5. Flammable Service: A fluid which, under expected operating conditions, is a vapor

A. ANSI (American National Standards Institute)

1. ANSI Z49.1 Safety in Welding and Cutting

B. ANSI/AWS (American National Standards Institute/American Welding Society)

1. ANSI/AWS F4.1 Recommended Safe Practices for the Preparation for

C. API (American Petroleum Institute)

1. API Publication 2009 Safe Welding and Cutting Practices in Refineries,

2. API Publication 2201 Procedures for Welding or Hot Tapping on

3. API Publication 941 Steels for Hydrogen Service at Elevated

D. ASME (American Society for Mechanical Engineers)

1. ASME B31.1 Power Piping

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1.3 System Description

a. Cold Tap Procedure in Conjunction With Total Plant Shutdown (refer to

b. Cold Tap Procedure in Conjunction With System Shutdown or Isolation of Pipe

c. Hot Tap Procedure - Minimum Guidelines (refer to Attachment 03).

d. Hot Tap Procedure by Stoppling - Minimum Guidelines (refer to

B. Drawing Preparation Requirements

2. Piping Plan Drawings

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In addition to data normally shown on isometric drawings, the following information

a. Process fluid or vapor with maximum operating pressure and temperature.

b. Material specifications, wall thickness (no less than calculated minimum) of

c. Exact location and orientation of tapping nozzle.

d. Drill or cutter diameter.

e. Nozzles and adapters shall be in accordance with Piping Engineering

g. Special welding and preheating procedures, if required.

i. Special instruction for work to be performed on equipment containing toxic or

j. Precautionary notes such as those required when tapping or stoppling ethylene,

l. If reinforced connections are not commercially available or if excessive time is

 Ductile Iron Lines (Design according to applicable code.)

C. Piping Tie-In List

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1. WPS (Weld Procedure Specification) and PQR (Procedure Qualification Record)

2. A hot tap procedure

3. A connection design and type of hot tap machine

1.5 Quality Assurance

2. Welding or hot tapping on piping containing flammables shall be done in accordance