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Shell U.K. Exploration and Production

SHELL

ENGINEERING
REFERENCE DOCUMENT
ENGINEERING STANDARD
CENTRIFUGAL COMPRESSORS

Document Number : ES/075

Rev : 2

is appointed Author of this document and

should always be consulted for advice on
validity and currency by a user.
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CONTENTS
Para Page
APPROVAL 2
CONTENTS 3
PREFACE 5
DEFINITIONS 6
ABBREVIATIONS 7
1 INTRODUCTION AND GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 8
1.1 Compliance with this Standard 8
1.2 Alternative Supply 8
1.3 Vendor Experience Qualification 8
1.4 Selection of Options 8
1.5 Technical Audit 8
1.6 Selection of 'Bought-Out' Items and Use of 9
1.7 Vendor's Warranty 9
1.8 Performance Prediction 9
1.9 Performance Guarantee 10
1.10 Material Identification and Traceability 11
1.11 Hazard and Operability Study 11
1.12 Correction of Design/Manufacturing Errors 11
1.13 Acceptance Tests 11
1.14 Weight Control 11
1.15 Stability Of High-Pressure Compressors 12
1.15.1 Avoidance of Sub-Synchronous Vibration due to Aerodynamic Cross-Coupling 12
1.15.2 Avoidance of Rotating Stall 12
1.16 Locking of Fasteners 12
1.17 Barring Gear 12
1.18 Gaskets and Flange Face Finishes 12
2 AMENDMENTS TO API 617: 1995 13
2.1 API 617, Section 1 – General 13
2.2 API 617, Section 2 - Basic Design 14
2.3 API 617, Section 3 – Accessories 24
2.4 API 617, Section 4 - Inspection, Testing, and Preparation for Shipment 26
2.5 API 617, Section 5 - Vendor's Data 28
3 PREPARATION FOR SHIPMENT AND STORAGE 29
3.1 General 29
3.2 Minimum Requirements for Centrifugal Compressors 30
3.3 Ancillaries and Associated Equipment 31
3.4 Tagging of Equipment 31
3.5 Packing for Transportation and Storage 32
4 WEIGHT CONTROL 32
4.1 Information with Quotation 32
4.2 Information Following an Order 32
4.3 Weight Control During Manufacture 33
5 QUALITY ASSURANCE REQUIREMENTS 33
5.1 Quality System 33
5.2 Quality Plans 33
5.3 Quality Control Plan 33
5.4 Quality Records 34
5.5 Deviations, Waivers and Concessions 34
5.6 Inspection and Testing 34
5.7 Regulatory, Certifying and Inspection Authorities 34
5.8 Quality Surveillance, Reviews and Audits by Purchaser 34

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5.9 Management of Subcontractors 34

5.10 Information to be provided with the Tender 35
5.11 Identification and Material Traceability 35
6 DOCUMENTATION 35
6.1 Technical Manuals 35
6.1.1 General 35
6.1.2 Part 1 - Leading Particulars (Including Data Sheets) 36
6.1.3 Part 2 – Installation 36
6.1.4 Part 3 – Commissioning 36
6.1.5 Part 4 – Operation 36
6.1.6 Part 5 – Maintenance 36
6.2 Data Sheets 37
6.3 Other Documentation 37
7 REFERENCE DOCUMENTS 37
7.1 Legislation 37
7.2 British Standards 37
7.3 Other National/International Standards 38
7.4 Shell Expro Documents 38
7.5 SIPM Documents 39
7.6 SIPC Documents 39
7.7 Technical Papers 39
APPENDIX 1 WEIGHT/CENTRE-OF-MASS DATA SHEET 40
APPENDIX 2 DATA/REQUISITION SHEETS FOR CENTRIFUGAL COMPRESSORS 41
APPENDIX 3 SPARE PARTS LISTS AND INTERCHANGEABILITY RECORD (SPIR) AND
COMPLETION GUIDE 47
APPENDIX 4 DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS SCHEDULE 55
APPENDIX 5 EQUIPMENT NOISE LEVEL DATA SHEET 56
APPENDIX 6 SCHEDULE OF ESSENTIAL TESTS AND INSPECTIONS FOR CENTRIFUGAL
COMPRESSORS 57
APPENDIX 7 QUALITY CONTROL PLAN 59
7.1 Guidance Notes for Completion 61
APPENDIX 8 APPROXIMATE RULES FOR GAS PROPERTY VARIATIONS 62
APPENDIX 9 ILLUSTRATIONS 63

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PREFACE
This Standard is intended to be used as a purchasing document for all centrifugal compressors to be supplied to
Shell UK Exploration and Production (Shell Expro).
It shall be used in conjunction with API Standard 617. To this end, Section 2 of this Standard (ES/075)
comprises a commentary on, and modifications to API 617 1988 Centrifugal Compressors for Petroleum,
Chemical, and Gas Service Industries, 6th Edition, February 1995.
In preparing this Standard (ES/075), the requirements of the SIPM Design and Engineering Practice document
DEP 31.29.40.30-Gen have been taken into account and, where appropriate have been included herein. Refer
to DEP 31.29.40.30-Gen Centrifugal Compressors.
In this second revision the main changes to the text have been made to align this document with the 6th edition
of API 617.
The Standard may be used by Shell Expro directly, or by agents, consultants, or contractors acting on behalf of
Shell Expro.
The Standard shall be used as it stands and shall not be re-issued under a different cover or modified in any
other way. Where it is necessary to supplement or modify the Standard, this shall be done by suitable notes
contained in the order (or enquiry) or the data sheets attached thereto and not by making any change to the
Standard itself.
Significant modifications or any intent to use a different standard or specification in addition to or instead of this
Standard shall be discussed with Shell Expro, Central Engineering Department, Head of Mechanical Equipment
Engineering.

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DEFINITIONS
Within the context of this Standard the following words shall have the meanings stated:

SIPM Shell Internationale Petroleum Maatschappij B.V.

Shell Shell UK Ltd.
Shell Expro Shell UK Exploration and Production.
Contractor The Shell Expro appointed main Contractor for a defined piece of work.
Consultant A company awarded a contract by Shell Expro for the company to advise or give
guidance on specific subjects. The Scope of Work may include instructions to act as an
Agent for Shell Expro (see Agent).
Agent The legal status of any person or company authorised by Shell Expro to act on Shell
Expro's behalf on the matters specified in the agency agreement or contract. Third
parties can usually rely on the Agent as acting on behalf of and with the authority of
Shell Expro, provided that the Agent acts within the scope of his apparent authority from
Shell Expro.
Purchaser The organisation responsible for carrying out the purchasing function, e.g. Shell Expro
or a Shell Expro appointed Contractor, Consultant or Agent.
Vendor The supplier of materials or equipment - not necessarily the Manufacturer.
Manufacturer The company responsible for the manufacture - not necessarily the Vendor.
Sub-Vendor A sub-supplier of equipment, materials or services to the Vendor. A Sub-Vendor may in
turn appoint further Sub-Vendors for the supply of equipment, materials or services.
Equipment All equipment and materials covered by this Standard.
Package

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ABBREVIATIONS
Within the context of this Standard the following abbreviations shall have the meanings stated:

AGMA American Gear Manufacturers Association

ANSI American National Standards Institute
API American Petroleum Institute
ASME American Society of Mechanical Engineers
ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials
BS British Standard
CAF Compressed Asbestos Fibre
DEP 'Design and Engineering Practice' - a series of documents prepared by SIPM (Shell
Internationale Petroleum Maatschappij B.V.
DIN Deutsches Institute fur Normung e.V.

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1 INTRODUCTION AND GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

This Standard defines the requirements of Shell U.K. Exploration and Production for centrifugal
compressors.
1.1 Compliance with this Standard
The Vendor shall state, in his written proposal, any requirements of this Standard with which he is
unable to comply.
He shall also bring to the attention of the Purchaser any requirements of this Standard which, in his
opinion, are not in accordance with good engineering practice or are otherwise not suitable for the
application in question.
Unless exceptions to this Standard have been identified by the Vendor in his proposal and agreed by
the Purchaser or form part of a purchase order, it shall be assumed that the Vendor agrees to, and will
abide by the requirements of this Standard completely.
Where other specifications and standards are referred to in this Standard, it is the Vendor's
responsibility to obtain such documents and familiarise himself with their requirements. Relevant
documents of Shell Group origin will be supplied on application to the Purchaser.
1.2 Alternative Supply
At the enquiry stage, in addition to offering equipment conforming to this Standard, suppliers are
invited to submit any alternative solutions which provides the Purchaser with a lower lifecycle cost
than the specified requirement. Any alternative should be clearly identified in the Tender and should
be fully supported by a full technical, operational and commercial justification. In particular the Supplier
should make clear how the alternative offer varies from the specification required.
1.3 Vendor Experience Qualification
The Vendor shall submit with his tender a list of similar machines in similar services that he has
supplied. Generally a compressor will be purchased only from a Vendor who can show successful
operation of at least three similar machines in closely similar applications.
In particular, the Vendor shall show that each impeller (size and type) has been used in similar
hydrocarbon service, or that the particular impeller in question is an interpolation of proven experience
rather than an extrapolation. Where the Vendor cannot satisfy Shell Expro on this account, the
particular impeller shall be subjected to an individual performance test in a single-stage test facility
before being built into the compressor.
1.4 Selection of Options
Certain clauses in this Standard, or any associated standards, may require the Purchaser to make a
selection between alternative options. When the Purchaser has omitted to make such a selection in
the enquiry or order, the Vendor shall bring this to the attention of the Purchaser. At the enquiry stage,
the Vendor may assume a particular option but, in this case, shall clearly state such an assumption in
his proposal.
1.5 Technical Audit
Shell Expro reserves the right through the Purchaser, to review and check any part of the design of
the equipment supplied, using their own expert or a Consultant employed for the purpose. The Vendor
and/or Manufacturer shall release to such an expert or Consultant all the necessary drawings or other
information to enable him to make such check calculations or analyses as he may consider necessary.
However, the expert or Consultant will, if so required by the Vendor, give a written undertaking not to
divulge such information or drawings to any other party except as is necessary to satisfactorily
complete his review or check.
In the event of a conflict between any calculations, analyses or recommendations made by the expert
or Consultant and the corresponding calculations, analyses, etc made by the Vendor, every effort shall
be made to resolve such a conflict and arrive at a mutually acceptable solution. Where, in the extreme,
mutual agreement cannot be reached, the Purchaser shall have the right to insist that any
modifications, additional calculations or additional tests, recommended by the expert or Consultant
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However, where the Purchaser does overrule the Vendor in this way, it is clearly accepted that the
Vendor's responsibilities, both contractually and in relation to the costs of any modifications, additional
tests etc, shall be limited to the extent indicated by the Vendor's calculations/design unless it can be
shown - either at the time or subsequently by, for example, the analysis of test results - that the
Vendor's calculations/designs were in error.
1.6 Selection of 'Bought-Out' Items and Use of
Details of, and the proposed suppliers of, all items (except standard fasteners and other small items
covered by internationally recognised standards) which are not of the Vendor's own manufacture and
any intent to employ Sub-contractors to partly or wholly manufacture any part of the machine or its
ancillaries, shall be disclosed to the Purchaser as soon as possible - in any case not less than 30 days
before the sub-orders for such items are placed. The Purchaser shall have the right to request that a
nominated supplier, Sub-contractor and/or type of equipment be substituted for the Vendor's initial
selection for reasons of rationalisation, past experience in similar service, technical superiority or other
reasons.
Where such requests are made before or at the time of placing the order, they shall be considered
mandatory. Requests for substitutions made after the order shall not be refused by the Vendor without
good technical reasons.
Additionally, the Purchaser may, at the outset, nominate sub-suppliers from whom certain items (e.g.
instruments) shall be obtained.
In particular, pressure vessels shall only be obtained from a Shell Expro approved Manufacturer.
1.7 Vendor's Warranty
All equipment and component parts shall be warranted by the Vendor against defective materials,
design and workmanship for a minimum of one year after being placed in service but not exceeding
three years after the date of shipment or such other period as may be agreed at the time of placing the
order.
If the Vendor so wishes, this warranty may be conditional on the Vendor being allowed to inspect the
equipment at regular intervals prior to commissioning and on the Purchaser acting on any reasonable
recommendations in respect of the preservation of the equipment made by the Vendor following such
inspections.
The cost of such inspections, and of any consequent work, shall be borne by the Purchaser. However,
it shall be the Vendor's responsibility to initiate the inspection, which shall be carried out at a time
convenient to both parties and with at least one week's prior notice.
The term 'being placed in service' shall mean the first occasion when the compressor is operated in its
final location, on the intended gas, at substantially the intended conditions of pressure and
temperature and being driven by the intended permanent driver.
1.8 Performance Prediction
For the purposes of his initial tender, the Vendor shall calculate the performance of the compressor
using his standard computational methods and gas property data (equation of state, etc) and based on
the gas composition stated in the data sheet. Refer to the specimen copy in Appendix 2 -
Data/Requisition Sheets for Centrifugal Compressors.
The Vendor shall also calculate, and illustrate with suitable curves in his tender, the performance of
his selected compressor design, assuming values of the mean molecular weight of the gas 5% lower
and 5% higher than the value for the 'rated' operating conditions. In the case of a fixed speed
machine, these alternative performance predictions shall be at the same speed as that required for the
'rated' conditions. In the case of a variable speed machine, these alternative performance predictions
shall be at the speed necessary to achieve the 'rated' discharge pressure at the 'rated' suction
conditions. In making these alternative performance predictions, the Vendor shall assume that the
relationship between molecular weight and gas composition (and therefore the other gas properties) is
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After order placement but before finalising his compressor design (i.e. impeller selection/diameter,
speed etc) the Vendor shall recalculate the performance of his proposed design, using two different
sets of gas property data (equations of state). The source of these alternative data sets shall be
agreed by the Purchaser in consultation with Shell Expro. Also, when requested, the Vendor shall
recalculate the performance using an alternative computational method (e.g. an alternative definition
of the polytropic process). Should the results of these calculations show significant variation in the
predicted performance of the compressor, the Vendor shall discuss and agree with the Purchaser and
Shell Expro on which data and computational method should be used as the basis of the final design.
1.9 Performance Guarantee
The Vendor shall guarantee the performance of the compressor when operating under the 'rated'
conditions stated on the data sheet. When 'other' conditions are also shown on the data sheet, the
Vendor shall check that a compressor designed to satisfy the 'rated' conditions will also satisfy these
'other' conditions. If this is not the case, the Vendor shall consult the Purchaser to determine if
alternative 'rated' conditions should be selected.
Where the compressor is divided into sections or compression stages between which the gas passes
completely out of the compressor and into other equipment (such as intercoolers) which are not within
the Vendor's scope of supply, each section or compression stage shall be considered as a separate
compressor and its performance guaranteed accordingly. This shall apply whether the sections or
compression stages are in separate casings or are combined within one casing.
Unless otherwise specified in the enquiry or order, the performance of the compressor shall be within
the tolerances specified in items (1) and (2) below when operating under the following conditions:
• driven by the contract driver;
• compressing gas of the ‘rated' composition;
• ‘rated' suction temperature and pressure.
For a Fixed Speed Compressor:
• actual pressure rise (i.e. discharge pressure - suction pressure) at 'rated' flow, compared with
rated pressure rise: -0 +5%;
• actual flow at surge compared with predicted flow at surge: +0;
• actual discharge pressure rise from 'rated' flow to surge, compared with predicted pressure rise
to surge, as a percentage of 'rated' overall pressure rise (suction to discharge): -2% +2% (of
rated pressure rise);
• for any side stream discharge: actual value of 'final discharge pressure' minus 'pressure at side
stream branch' at 'rated' flows, compared with the 'rated' value: -5% +0;
• for any side stream suction: actual pressure rise to the side stream (i.e. 'pressure at the side
stream branch' minus 'suction pressure') at 'rated' flows, compared with the 'rated' pressure rise:
-5% +0;
• actual absorbed power required at 'rated' conditions, with the compressor controlled as intended
in service, compared with predicted absorbed power: +4%.
For a Variable Speed Compressor:
• actual speed required to achieve 'rated' discharge pressure at 'rated' flow (hereafter termed
'required 100% speed'), compared with predicted speed: -5% +5%;
• actual flow at surge, at 'required 100% speed', compared with predicted flow at surge: +0;
• actual discharge pressure rise from 'rated' flow to surge, at 'required 100% speed', compared
with predicted pressure rise to surge, as a percentage of 'rated' overall pressure rise (suction to
discharge): -2% +2% (of rated pressure rise);
• for any side stream discharge: actual pressure rise to the side stream (i.e. 'pressure at the side
stream branch' minus 'suction pressure'), at 'rated' flows and 'required 100% speed', compared
with 'rated' pressure rise to the side stream: -0 +5%;

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• for any side stream suction: actual pressure rise to the side stream (i.e. 'pressure at the side
stream branch' minus 'suction pressure'), at 'rated' flows and 'required 100% speed', compared
with 'rated' pressure rise to the side stream: -5% +0;
• actual absorbed power required, at 'rated' conditions and 'required 100% speed', compared with
predicted absorbed power: +4%.
1.10 Material Identification and Traceability
The Vendor and any Sub-vendors shall have an effective system of numbering all replaceable parts.
The part number shall completely define the part, including the material of which it is made. For
example, two items which are dimensionally identical but made from different material shall have
different part numbers. All parts (except standard fasteners, gaskets and other small parts where it is
not practical) shall be indelibly marked with the appropriate part number.
The Vendor/Sub-vendor shall maintain an effective material control system to assure that all parts and
ancillaries are manufactured from the correct materials.
The final 'as-built' revision of the data sheet shall correctly state the material of all important
components and formal issue of this data sheet revision shall constitute certification by the Vendor
that these details are correct. Refer to data sheet specimen copy in Appendix 2 - Data/Requisition
Sheets for Centrifugal Compressors.
1.11 Hazard and Operability Study
It will generally be Shell Expro's intention to carry out a Hazard and Operability Study on the system
(of which the centrifugal compressor forms a part) broadly using the techniques described in 'A Guide
to Hazard and Operability Studies' published by the Safety and Health Council of the Chemical
Industries Association.
When so requested, the Vendor shall provide - within three months of the placement of the order - his
best estimates of the maximum deviation from the specified values of nominated parameters such as
pressures, temperatures, flowrates etc under all foreseeable conditions, including transient and fault
conditions.
1.12 Correction of Design/Manufacturing Errors
In the event of any design or manufacturing error, faulty material or accidental damage, relating to any
moving part or part containing process fluid, the component in question shall be replaced unless
otherwise agreed with Shell Expro.
In the event of any proposal to recover the component rather than replace it, such proposal and the
method of repair shall be submitted to the Purchaser to obtain Shell Expro's approval. Additional tests
or calculations may be required to prove (a) the effectiveness of the repair, and (b) that there will be
no detrimental effect on the serviceability of the component. Any costs incurred will be borne by the
Manufacturer.
1.13 Acceptance Tests
Engineers representing the Purchaser and/or Shell Expro may attend mechanical running tests and
performance tests, when called for.
If required, the attending engineer(s) may sign a test record. However, such signature shall only
signify that the engineer is satisfied with the conduct of the test. It shall not be construed to mean
agreement that the equipment necessarily complies with the conditions of the order or to relieve the
Vendor of his contractual liabilities in any way.
1.14 Weight Control
For all offshore applications the Vendor shall provide an initial estimate of, and shall subsequently
monitor, the weight of the equipment he is supplying in accordance with Weight Control.

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1.15 Stability Of High-Pressure Compressors

1.15.1 Avoidance of Sub-Synchronous Vibration due to Aerodynamic Cross-Coupling
For any compressor casing in which the gas density at any point exceeds 60kg/m ³ , the Manufacturer
shall calculate the log decrement of forced vibrations at any critical speed less than 125% of the
maximum continuous speed. In making this calculation, the Manufacturer shall make suitable
allowances for any destabilising influences such as interstage labyrinths, oil seal rings, etc. The basis
of such allowances shall be disclosed to the Purchaser for Shell Expro's review.
Where the calculated log decrement is less than +0.3, or in any case when the gas density at any
point in the casing exceeds 100kg/m³, the Vendor shall provide positive evidence that the compressor
offered will not be subject to any form of aerodynamic instability. This evidence may be provided in
either of two ways:
The offered machine may be compared with at least three other machines in satisfactory service with
average gas densities at least as high, with similar geometry (i.e. number and arrangement of
impellers, same type of seals etc) and with a similar ratio of running speed to first critical speed. This
will be to the Purchaser and Shell Expro's satisfaction. or
Where the Vendor cannot satisfy the Purchaser and Shell Expro as in (1) above, a full-pressure, full-
load, full-speed test in accordance with API 617 (clause 4.3.6.9) shall be carried out using a test gas
such that comparable gas densities are achieved throughout the machine. Refer to API 617 1995
Centrifugal Compressors for Petroleum, Chemical, and Gas Service Industries Sixth Edition, (clause
4.3.6.9.
1.15.2 Avoidance of Rotating Stall
The compressor shall be designed to avoid any tendency to develop the phenomenon of rotating stall
in any stage. This should generally be achieved by ensuring an adequate radial component of the gas
velocity at entry to the diffusers. Unless the vendor has developed his own criteria which he can
support to the satisfaction of Shell Expro, the design shall be based on the criteria developed by
Kobayashi et al. Refer to Technical Paper No 1 listed in Technical Papers.
See also Technical Paper No 2 listed in Technical Papers.
Unless otherwise agreed, the ratio of the tip width of any impeller to the width at entry to the
corresponding diffuser should not be greater than 1.5.
The offered machine and its components and particularly impellers and diffusers must be supported
by references with at least 3 other machines in satisfactory service, similar or lower impeller flow
coefficients which are handling gas with similar or higher (average and maximum) gas densities.
1.16 Locking of Fasteners
Any fastening device on a moving part and any internal fastener shall be positively locked against
becoming loose in service. Locking methods which depend solely on friction will not, in general, be
acceptable.
1.17 Barring Gear
In certain circumstances e.g. when a machine train is subject to fouling or when recommended by the
manufacturer, barring gear may be specified. When specified, barring gear will be electrically or hand-
driven and not require any major dismantling of machine components. An interlock shall also be
provided so that the main driver cannot be started with barring gear engaged.
1.18 Gaskets and Flange Face Finishes
Full-face flat gaskets shall be used with all cast-iron flanges and studded openings.
Flat-ring gaskets shall be used with carbon steel and alloy steel flanges and studded openings Class
150.
Spiral-wound gaskets shall be used with carbon steel and alloy steel flanges and studded openings
Class 300 and above.
The faces of all flanges and studded openings, including those which are an integral part of a machine
component, shall be finish-machined with a tool which has a motion, relative to the face, which is
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Faces for use with flat and spiral-wound gaskets shall have a 'smooth finish' defined as follows:
the gasket contact surface shall be finished to an average arithmetic roughness height value (CLA)
between 3.2 Ra µ m and 6.3 Ra µ m (microns) in accordance with ANSI B-46.1 Surface Texture
(Surface Roughness, Waviness and Lay. This 'smooth finish' shall be obtained machining a
continuous spiral groove with a round-nosed tool with 0.8mm radius and a feed rate between 0.35 and
0.45mm per revolution.

2 AMENDMENTS TO API 617: 1995

In this Standard, amendments to API 617: 1995 fall into the following categories:

'Substitute' Where the text has been substituted for the complete API clause.
'Modification' Where the API clause has been modified. Only the modified portions will be
detailed in this Standard.
'Addition' Where additions have been made to the API clause.
'Additional Clause' Where new numbered clauses are added. They are numbered in sequence to
existing API clause numbers.
'Deletion' Where the complete API clause is to be disregarded.

Where no reference to a particular API section or clause has been made in this Standard the existing
API text shall apply.
In this Standard the paragraph numbers in parentheses are those of the API 617: 1995 clauses, etc, to
which they refer.

Where, in any of the following API amendment texts, the phrase 'this Standard' is used, this refers to
the present document (ES/075), not to the API publication.
2.1 API 617, Section 1 – General
(1.1) Scope – Substitute:
This Standard is intended primarily to apply to centrifugal compressors used to compress natural gas
and other hydrocarbons in oil and gas production facilities. It is not exclusively confined to such
applications and may be used for other applications at the discretion of the Purchaser.
(1.2) Alternative Designs - Addition:
Metric pipe flanges will only be acceptable with the specific agreement of the Purchaser and in no
case for flanges at the termination of the compressor Vendor's supply.
(1.3) Conflicting Requirements - Substitute:
Unless otherwise agreed, the following descending order of precedence shall apply:
The order (or, where no order has yet been placed, the enquiry document) and any schedule or data
sheet attached thereto.
This Standard, and API 617: 1995 as amended by this Standard.
Other Shell Expro or SIPM Standards etc as referenced herein or in the data sheet or order (or
enquiry).
Other codes or standards, etc by API, ASME, ANSI, BSI, ISO etc - as appropriate.
Any remaining apparent conflict between the requirements of this Standard and any other relevant
document shall be brought to the Purchaser's notice.
(1.5) Referenced Publications
(1.5.1) Addition:
See also additional referenced documents listed in Reference Documents.

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2.2 API 617, Section 2 - Basic Design

(2.1) General
(2.1.1) Substitute:
Unless otherwise specified, the compressor Vendor shall have unit responsibility for the whole train,
even when the driver and/or gearbox etc are not included in his scope of supply. The term 'unit
responsibility' shall mean complete responsibility for the satisfactory operation of the complete
compressor train, including its control systems and auxiliaries and the compatibility of the various
items and components even though others may have supplied some of those items.
(2.1.4) Addition:
At the enquiry stage the Vendor shall predict the head rise to the surge point as accurately as possible
and shall guarantee his prediction in accordance with Performance Guarantee.
The head rise to surge, shall be not less than 5% of the head at the 'rated' flow or such higher value as
may be specified in the order or enquiry.
A compressor that is required to operate in parallel, either with one or more similar compressors
included in the same project or with existing machines, shall have a head rise to surge that does not
deviate from that of the machines with which it is required to operate in parallel, by more than 2% of
the head at 'rated' flow. Where such parallel operation is contemplated, it will be so stated on the data
sheet or order (or enquiry). Refer to the specimen copy in Appendix 2 - Data/Requisition Sheets For
Centrifugal Compressors.
Where two identical machines are ordered or enquired for at the same time, it shall be assumed, by
the Vendor, that parallel operation is required.
(2.1.7) Addition:
Any part or ancillary with a mass greater than 20kg which may be required to be moved for
maintenance purposes shall be provided with integral lifting lugs or other deliberate provision for the
attachment of lifting tackle. Screwed-in eyebolts are not acceptable except for internal components
where alternative arrangements are impractical. In such cases, the correct thread size and designation
shall be permanently marked adjacent to the hole.
(2.1.9) Substitute:
Unless otherwise specified, the complete compressor package shall be suitable for installation on the
unheated open deck of a North Sea oil or gas production platform with minimal roof cover only. The
range of ambient conditions expected will be stated on the data sheet. Refer to Appendix 2 -
Data/Requisition Sheets For Centrifugal Compressors.
(2.1.10) Substitute:
Noise Limitations
It is required that the noise level resulting from the complete machine train measured at a distance of
1m from the periphery of the machines shall not exceed 83dBA (re. 2 x 10-5N/m²) or other value that
may be specified on the Shell Expro 'Equipment Noise Level Data Sheet' attached to the enquiry or
order. A specimen copy of that data sheet is included in Appendix 5 – Equipment Noise Level Data
Sheet.
The values to be compared with this limit may be the average of the readings at a number of points
around the machine. The readings at any one point may exceed the permitted values by up to 5dB
provided that the point in question is not a position in which an operator is required to stand to control
the machine.
The above requirements apply in the absence of reverberation and background noise from other
sources and for all operating conditions between minimum flow and rated flow.
The Vendor or Vendors shall present their best estimate of the noise level to be expected from their
machines, supported by actual measurement on similar machines.
The sound pressure levels shall be measured during the string test in the Manufacturer's works and
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Where the expected or measured noise level exceeds the permitted values specified above, and
where it cannot be reduced by low-noise design, the Vendor shall propose a system of acoustic
treatment to reduce the noise level to the permitted limits. This treatment shall preferably take the form
of acoustic insulation of pipes, gearboxes etc.
Where noise hoods are proposed, prior approval must be obtained from the Purchaser regarding
construction, materials and safety requirements. Noise control measures shall not interfere with or
obstruct operations or routine maintenance activities.
Information to be Submitted with the Tender:
Refer to Appendix 5 – Equipment Noise Level Data Sheet.
The Vendor shall complete Table 2 of the Shell Expro 'Equipment Noise Level Data Sheet' (see above
reference), providing the following information:
• his best estimate of the noise level to be expected from the machine without silencing or other
acoustic treatment;
• silencing measures, where necessary, to meet the prescribed limits;
• the expected noise levels after silencing; and
• the noise level that the Vendor is prepared to guarantee.
(2.1.14) Addition:
Unless otherwise agreed, the Vendor's representative shall witness the checks on the piping and
machine alignment.
(2.1.15) Substitute:
All electrical components and installations shall be suitable for the area classification and gas group
specified on the data sheets and shall comply with the appropriate Shell Expro and SIPM standards.
Refer to Appendix 2 – Data/Requisition Sheets for Centrifugal Compressors.
(2.1.17) Addition:
The Vendor shall state, in his tender, if the compressor is capable of operation on air with substantially
atmospheric suction conditions and what constraints, if any, would apply.
(2.2) Casings
(2.2.16.3) Addition:
Bolting at casing joints and main process connections shall be designed to be tensioned by an
approved hydraulic method and sufficient space shall be provided to facilitate the use of such
equipment.
(2.3) Interstage Diaphragms and Inlet Guide Vanes
(2.3.1) Addition:
Diaphragms shall also be designed to withstand any reversed pressure difference that may arise when
operating at very large flow rates, either on test or in the field, due to one or more stages being in the
choked condition (stone-wall) whilst other stages are still developing substantial pressure rise. This
condition is most likely to occur if the compressor is tested using a gas with thermodynamic properties
significantly different from the design gas.
(2.3.3) Modification:
Designs which incorporate replaceable labyrinth inserts on the shaft or sleeves, used in conjunction
with renewable bushes, are acceptable.
(2.3.4) Addition:

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The design of diaphragms and the arrangements to locate and support them in the casing shall allow
for transient differential thermal expansion, minimise internal leakage and, in the case of an
horizontally split casing, ensure that the diaphragms cannot interfere with satisfactory closure of the
casing. Consideration should be given to sealing the horizontal joint of diaphragms with 'keys' or with
'O' ring type gaskets. Such gaskets shall be made of a Shell Expro approved material which is
compatible with the process fluids and which remains resilient at all expected operating temperatures.
See API 617 clause as amended in 2.11.1.17 Addition.
(2.3.5) Substitute:
Diaphragms with internal liquid cooling shall not be used without specific agreement.
(2.3.6) Additional Clause:
Variable inlet guide vanes shall not be used except with the Purchaser's specific agreement and then
only for non-flammable, non-toxic, clean gas.
(2.4) Casing Connections
(2.4.1) Addition:
Threaded connections to machine casings are not acceptable.
Connections to steel casings which are not an integral part of the casing shall be made by welding on
a suitably shaped piece of pipe with a flange at its outer end. For sizes above 1 inch nominal size, the
attachment shall be by a full penetration butt weld as a 'set-on' branch. For sizes of 1 inch nominal
size and below, 'weldolets' or other suitable reinforcement shall be used.
(2.4.2) Main Process Connections
(2.4.2.6) Substitute:
The surface finish of all flanges and studded openings, and the gaskets to be used with them, shall
comply with the requirements of: Gaskets and Flange Face Finishes.
(2.4.3) Auxiliary Connections
(2.4.3.5) Addition [before final sentence of first paragraph]:
Threaded connections are not acceptable.
(2.4.3.5.3) Substitute:
In no case shall threaded connections be seal-welded.
(2.4.3.7) Addition:
Openings that are not required for the particular service in question should not be drilled or cored.
(2.5) External Forces and Moments
(2.5.1) Substitute:
For each main branch, on the machine, i.e. all process connections and any other branch to which the
Purchaser has to connect with a nominal bore greater than 70mm, the Vendor shall provide the
following information:
(a) The maximum acceptable force and moment and combination thereof for satisfactory
continuous operation.
(b) The maximum acceptable force and moment and combination thereof under short-term
transient conditions such as start-up, emergency trip etc.
(c) The expected movement of the flange in question due to thermal expansion between the cold
static condition and the normal full load operating condition.
(d) Any expected movement greater than those stated above in (c) which may occur under
transient conditions such as start-up, emergency trip etc.
The forces and moments given under (a) above shall be not less than those calculated in accordance
with the formulae in Appendix G of: API 617 1995 Centrifugal Compressors for Petroleum, Chemical,
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In addition, the Vendor shall state the elastic deflection of the whole machine resulting from unit loads
applied in turn in the direction of each of the main axes (i.e. axially, vertically and transverse
horizontally) and also the deflections resulting from unit moments about each of the three main axes.
(2.6) Rotating Elements
(2.6.1) Addition:
Shafts shall be made from steel containing not more than 1.8% chromium. Where, in special cases, a
shaft does contain more than 1.8% chromium, it shall be sleeved under the bearings and any oil
bushing type seal rings with sleeves made from steel that does not contain more than 1.8% chromium.
(2.6.2) Addition:
The arrangement shall be such as to facilitate the complete removal of the coupling hub in-situ without
the need to dismantle or remove any part of the machine except the coupling guard. The arrangement
of the shaft end and its relation to the bearing housing shall facilitate the attachment and use of
suitable alignment measuring equipment without disassembly of any part except the coupling guard.
(2.6.7) Addition:
Impellers shall be manufactured by a method which has been proven to give satisfactory service. If so
required, the Vendor shall demonstrate this by reference to at least three machines in service which
contain impellers of a similar size running at the same speed or faster. Welded impellers shall be
fabricated by methods which do not result in crevices remaining, i.e. full penetration welds shall be
used with the appropriate preparations. Semi-open or cast impellers shall only be used with the
Purchaser's knowledge and agreement.
(2.6.8) Addition:
Riveted impellers with 'U' or 'Z' profile vanes are not acceptable. Welding repair of cast components
shall only be carried out with the Purchaser's knowledge and approval. All welds in welded impellers
shall be of the 'full penetration' type such that no crevices remain - for example, between the vanes
and the cover plate.
(2.6.12) Addition:
Replaceable thrust collars shall be fitted to the shaft, using a hydraulic shrink method, and shall be
made of steel which does not contain more than 1.8% chromium.
(2.6.18) Additional Clause:
Any thread on a rotating shaft shall be so handed that the normal direction of rotation tends to tighten
it. Left-handed threads shall be clearly marked.
(2.7) Bearings and Bearing Housings
(2.7.1) General
(2.7.1.1) Addition:
Consideration will be given to the use of bearings other than oil lubricated, hydrodynamic types, where
the Vendor can provide convincing evidence of their suitability and reliability, and where the use of
such bearings results in a significant simplification of the total compressor system.
(2.7.1.2) Substitute:
Both radial and thrust bearings shall be fitted with bearing metal temperature sensors in accordance
with ES/077 Mechanical Condition Monitoring of Large/Critical Rotating Machines.
(2.7.2) Radial Bearings
(2.7.2.1) Addition:
Tilting pad type radial bearings shall be supplied unless otherwise agreed.
The preferred type is the four-pad, load-between-pads design, since this type has approximately the
same stiffness and damping characteristics in both vertical and horizontal directions, thus simplifying
the rotor dynamics. However, the final selection must be based on the rotor dynamic analysis.
(2.7.2.5) Additional Clause:

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Radial bearings shall be sized to have a specific load on their projected area of between 10 and 20
bar. Bearing metal temperatures in normal service, as measured by the temperature sensors required
by Shell Expro Standard ES/077, shall not exceed 100°C. Refer to ES/077 Mechanical Condition
Monitoring of Large/Critical Rotating Machines.
(2.7.3) Thrust Bearings
(2.7.3.7) Addition:
The specific loading on the thrust bearing from steady-state internally generated forces, under any
normal operating conditions (i.e. excluding coupling transmitted loads), shall not exceed 15 bar. The
maximum total specific load, including coupling loads and transient effects, shall not exceed 30 bar.
The maximum continuous linear speed of a thrust bearing of the oil-flooded type (based on the
arithmetic mean of the internal and external diameters) shall not exceed 110m/sec. Spray-lubricated
thrust bearings may exceed this limit provided the Manufacturer can show satisfactory experience.
Bearing metal temperatures in normal service, as measured by the temperatures sensors required by
Shell Expro Standard ES/077, shall not exceed 100°C. Refer to ES/077 Mechanical Condition
Monitoring of Large/Critical Rotating Machines.
(2.7.4) Bearing Housings
(2.7.4.1) Addition:
See also API 617 Clause (2.2.2) as amended in (2.2.16.3) Addition.
(2.7.4.7) Modification:
Vibration probes, and the arrangement thereof, shall be in accordance with ES/077 Mechanical
Condition Monitoring of Large/Critical Rotating Machines.
(2.8) Shaft Seals
(2.8.3) Modification:
The preferred type of seal is the self-acting gas seal. Unless otherwise specified, the Vendor shall
offer this type of seal unless he considers it unsuitable for the particular application, in which case he
shall explain his reasons and should offer mechanical contact seals (preferred) or liquid film bushing
seals. The Vendor shall provide details of his experience with the type of seal offered. If the Vendor
has no experience of fitting self-acting gas seals to the type of machine offered, he shall offer another
type of seal as an alternative.
Type 28 seals manufactured by John Crane are acceptable. Other makes or types of self-acting gas
seal may be offered but shall be supported by evidence of satisfactory operation in similar
applications.
(2.8.3.5) Addition:
Unless otherwise agreed, provided that the pressure at the seals is within the seal Vendor's proven
experience, the following arrangement shall be provided:
(1) Two self-acting gas seals shall be provided at each shaft-end (a tandem arrangement), with an
intermediate labyrinth.
(2) Dry clean sealing gas shall be supplied to the space immediately inboard of the inner seal. This
sealing gas shall normally be obtained from a tapping from the compressor at a suitable stage,
filtered and flow controlled to achieve a minimum inward velocity of 3m/s through the labyrinth
inboard of the gas seals.
(3) The space between the inner seal and the intermediate labyrinth will be vented to the flare
system through a suitable flow meter. In addition to providing a flanged connection for this vent,
a second flanged connection shall be provided for connection to a device to monitor the inter-
space pressure.
(4) Where a suitable source of inert gas is available, this shall be injected into the space between
the intermediate labyrinth and the second gas seal in sufficient quantities to achieve a velocity
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(5) The space immediately outboard of the outer gas seal shall be vented to a safe location through
a suitable flow meter.
(6) A two-part labyrinth shall be provided outboard of the outer gas seal. Provision shall be made
for the injection of air or nitrogen into the centre of this two-part labyrinth to prevent the leakage
of process gas into the bearing chamber.
When the pressure at the seals is not within proven experience, three seals in tandem shall be
provided. If necessary the pressure between the inner two shall be controlled by a regulated leak-off
back to a lower pressure in the system or to a safe vent or flare.
Filters shall be of the replaceable cartridge type and shall be sized such that one filter will give at least
2000 hours service before its pressure differential reaches the alarm level.
Each assembly of double or triple seals shall be arranged in a cartridge. Unless the seals are capable
of operation in either direction, the cartridges shall be designed so that it is impossible to fit a seal
cartridge into the wrong end of the machine. Each cartridge shall be subjected to a full-speed full-
pressure test at the seal manufacturer's works.
(2.9) Dynamics
(2.9.1) Critical Speeds
(2.9.1.3) Substitute:
For the purposes of this Standard any shaft rotational speed at which the rotor-bearing-support system
is in a state of resonance with any exciting frequency shall be considered to be a 'critical speed',
regardless of the value of the amplification factor.
(2.9.2) Lateral Analysis
(2.9.2.2) Addition:
The damped unbalanced rotor response analysis shall include the following additional considerations:
(g) The dynamic flexibility of the foundations and/or any supporting structure. The Vendor shall
assume values for the stiffness of the foundations and/or supporting structure outside his scope
of supply and shall determine the sensitivity of the analysis to these assumed values. Where
the values assumed have a significant effect on the calculated critical speeds, the Vendor shall
seek the advice of the Purchaser regarding the values to be used.
(h) Internal aerodynamic forces generated in labyrinths and other close clearance areas
(aerodynamic cross-coupling).
(2.9.2.3) Modification:
A train lateral analysis shall always be performed whenever there is any reason to expect any
interaction between one machine in the train and another.
(2.9.2.5) Addition:
The following paragraphs shall precede the existing wording of API 617 Clause 2.6.2.5.
The location of all critical speeds, as defined in API 617 Clause 2.9.1.3 and as amended by this
Standard, shall be verified on the test bed. If necessary the rotor shall be deliberately unbalanced in
order that any well-damped critical speeds can be located. Refer to (2.9.1.3) Substitute,
When no critical speed, calculated or located on the test bed, lies between 84% of the minimum
operating speed and 116% of the maximum continuous speed, the compressor will be accepted on
that basis and an unbalanced response test will not be required.
When the above criterion is not met, the acceptance criteria defined in API 617 Clause 2.9.2.5 shall
apply except that the separation margins shall be based on the test bed determined locations of the
critical speeds and the amplification factors calculated in accordance with API 617 Clause 2.9.2.4 shall
be corrected by multiplying them by the correction factors determined as defined in 2.9.3.2.2
Additional Sub-Paragraphs (Item D).
Refer to API 617 1995Centrifugal Compressors for Petroleum, Chemical, and Gas Service Industries
Sixth Edition.
(2.9.2.6) Substitute:

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The calculated unbalanced peak-to-peak rotor amplitudes (see 2.9.2.4 Item b) multiplied by the
correction factors determined as prescribed in 2.9.3.2.2 (d), at any speed from zero to trip, shall not
exceed 75 percent of the minimum design diametral running clearances throughout the machine (with
the exception of floating-ring seals). Refer to 2.9.3.2.2 Additional Sub-Paragraphs (Item D) and API
617 1995Centrifugal Compressors for Petroleum, Chemical, and Gas Service Industries Sixth Edition.
(2.9.3) Shop Verification of Unbalanced Response Analysis
(2.9.3.1) Substitute:
When an unbalanced response verification test is specified or required by API 617 Clause 2.9.2.5 as
amended by this Standard, the following procedure shall be followed. Refer to (2.9.2.5) Addition.
The purpose of this test is to verify that the unbalanced response analysis truly predicts the dynamic
behaviour of the rotor.
(a) Agreement shall be reached between the Vendor and Purchaser regarding suitable location(s)
and magnitudes for the unbalance mass (or masses) to be applied to the rotor for the purposes
of an unbalanced response test. This agreement should take account of the mode shape of the
critical speed of concern and the possible practical locations of such unbalance mass or
masses. If more than one critical speed is of concern, it may be necessary to agree on a
separate arrangement of unbalance for each.
(b) A further analytical rotor damped unbalanced response analysis, additional to those required by
API 617 Clause 2.9.2.4, shall be carried out for each case, assuming the unbalance agreed in
(a) above.
(c) The rotor displacement at each probe position, calculated to result from the agreed unbalance,
shall be recorded.
(d) The compressor shall be run on the test bed over the full range of speed, from a speed not
greater than 80% of the minimum operating speed to the highest speed the machine can safely
be run at, but not less than the trip speed, both in the as-built condition and in each unbalanced
condition as agreed in (a) above.
(e) The maximum measured unbalanced response within the speed range specified in (d), at each
probe position, shall be determined by vectorially subtracting the synchronous component of
the rotor displacement in the as-built condition from that in the unbalanced condition.
(2.9.3.2.2) Additional sub-paragraphs:
(d) The maximum measured unbalanced response at each probe location determined according to
2.9.3.1 (e) shall be compared with the maximum calculated unbalanced response determined in
accordance with 2.9.3.1 (b) above and for each probe location a correction factor 'Fc'
determined where:

(e) Where the formula in (d) above results in a value less than unity, 'Fc' shall be assumed to be
equal to unity.
(2.9.3.3) Substitute:
Additional testing will be required after suitable correction if the criteria of API 617 Clause (2.9.2.5), as
modified above, are not satisfied. Refer to 2.9.2.5 Addition.
(2.9.3.4) Delete:
Disregard this clause. The acceptance criteria are given in the above amendment to API 617 and
2.9.2.5) Addition.
(2.9.4) Torsional Analysis
(2.9.4.2) Addition:
In the case of any train containing a gearbox, twice the running speed of any gear or pinion shall also
be considered to be a possible excitation frequency.
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The stress analysis shall be based on a damped torsional vibration analysis using agreed realistic
values for the magnitude of the relevant exciting force and allowing for damping in bearings and gears
etc. An acceptable method of performing this analysis is described in Technical Paper No. 3 listed in
Technical Papers.
(2.9.5) Vibration and Balancing
(2.9.5.4) Substitute:
It is strongly preferred that rotors be balanced on a high-speed balancing facility and some preference
will be given to Vendors with such a capability. This is considered particularly important for overhung
rotors, rotors with more than six impellers or rotors where the calculated second critical speed is less
than 140% of the maximum continuous speed.
Where a high-speed facility is available, before the final balancing operation, the rotor shall be run at
115% of maximum continuous speed for 5 minutes.
(2.9.5.7) Addition:
Every effort shall be made to reduce electrical and mechanical runout to insignificant levels. Vectorial
subtraction of runout from vibration levels will only be permitted by specific agreement with the
Purchaser.
(2.10) Lube-Oil and Seal-Oil Systems
(2.10.5) Substitute:
Oil systems shall conform to ES/084 Lubricating Oil/Seal Systems.
(2.10.6) Substitute:
The Vendor shall state the viscosity of lubrication oil required by his machine and any special
properties, for example a low pour point. The Vendor responsible for co-ordination of the complete
'train' shall propose a particular grade of oil which, unless otherwise agreed, shall be a mineral oil in
accordance with BS 489Specification for Turbine Oils.
This proposal shall be discussed with the Vendors of other machines in the 'train' and their agreement
to the grade selected obtained in writing.
(2.10.7) Additional Clause:
Each oil supply line shall incorporate a replaceable restriction orifice to facilitate adjustment of the oil
flow during initial commissioning.
(2.10.8) Additional Clause:
Facilities shall be deliberately provided to enable the oil flow to bypass the bearings during oil-flushing
operations. An acceptable arrangement is to provide a short removable piece of pipe on each supply
line and a suitable branch on the corresponding drain line. The supply is then diverted into this branch
using a short length of flexible hose.
(2.11) Materials
(2.11.1) General
2.11.1.2) Addition:
Except for sour gas service where the precise recommendations of NACE MR-01-75 shall be adhered
to, equivalent British (BS) German (DIN) or International (ISO) standards may be substituted but such
substitutions shall be declared at the tender stage. Refer to API 617 1995 Centrifugal Compressors for
Petroleum, Chemical, and Gas Service Industries Sixth Edition, Clause 2.11.1.6.
(2.11.1.7) Addition:
This requirement shall apply to all parts of the machine and associated systems and ancillaries which
may be in contact with sour gas in normal operation including instrument connections.
Where tubing and compression fittings are used for instrument impulse lines (permitted after the first
isolation valve), for sour gas service, or when specified, 10mm outside diameter tubing and fittings in
Monel alloy 400 shall be used.
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(2.11.1.17) Addition:
The Vendor's specific proposals for 'O' ring materials shall be submitted to the Purchaser for Shell
Expro approval. Shell Expro may require evidence that the material selected will not suffer to an
unacceptable extent from swelling, loss of resilience or explosive decompression damage when in
contact with the gas compressed or lubricating oil under the relevant conditions of pressure and
temperature. If required, Shell Expro will advise on the selection of a suitable material.
(2.11.2) Pressure-Containing Parts
(2.11.2.6) Substitute:
The repair of leaks and defects in pressure castings by peening or by the use of plastic or cement
compounds is prohibited. Repair by welding or plugging shall be carried out only when authorised by
the material specification and then only in accordance with criteria detailed in (a) and (b) below:
a. Repair Welding
The following repair welding criteria shall be satisfied before execution of repair:
(i) Repair welding procedure and repair welder's qualification are both to be in accordance with
ASTM A488Standard Practice for Steel Castings, Welding, Qualifications of Process and
Personnel.
Repair procedures are subject to the Purchaser's approval.
(ii) Repairs to meet inspection requirements and acceptance standards of the original material.
(iii) Limitations to the extent of repair: the total quantity of deposited material shall be less than 10%
of casting weight.
(iv) Major repairs shall be followed by suitable heat treatment.
A 'major repair' is defined as:
the removal of more than 50% of the wall thickness; or,
a length of the repaired area greater than 150mm in any direction; or,
a total repaired surface area greater than 20% of the total casting surface area.
(v) Details of repairs shall be recorded and reported to the Purchaser.
(vi) The Purchaser shall be informed of the need to repair before repair welding is carried out.
b. Plugging
Cast grey iron or nodular iron may be repaired by plugging within the limits specified respectively in:
ASTM A278Standard Specification for Gray Iron Castings for Pressure-Containing Parts for
Temperatures up to 650°F.
ASTM A536Standard Specification for Ductile Iron Castings.
ASTM A395Standard Specification for Ferritic Ductile Iron Pressure-Retaining Castings for Use at
Elevated Temperatures.
The drilled holes for a plug shall be carefully examined by dye penetrant to ensure the removal of all
defective material. All necessary repairs not covered by ASTM shall be subject to approval by the
Purchaser.
See also Correction of Design/Manufacturing Errors.
(2.11.2.9.1) Addition:
Plates from which pressure-containing components are to be cut, forged, rolled or formed in any other
manner, shall be subject to systematic ultrasonic inspection in accordance with BS 5996 (Grade L4) to
prove them free from laminations or other defects. Refer to BS 5996 Methods of Ultrasonic Testing
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(2.11.2.10) Addition:
Welded connections of all process connections larger than 50mm bore shall be subject to 100%
radiography. Where 100% radiography is not possible, ultrasonic inspection may be substituted, with
the Purchaser's agreement.
All welded connections shall be subject to inspection using dye penetrant or magnetic particle
techniques.
(2.11.3) Low Temperature
Substitute:
For operating temperatures below 0°C, carbon steels shall have an impact strength sufficient to qualify
under the minimum impact energy requirements of the SIPM document:
DEP 30.10.02.31-Gen Metallic materials - Requirements for prevention of brittle fracture of equipment
in low temperature service (45°C or below) and equipment containing liquefied gas or lethal
substances.
Impact values of repairs shall be determined after final post-weld heat treatment.
(2.11.4) Material Inspection of Pressure-Containing Parts
(2.11.4.1) Addition:
Full non-destructive inspection shall be carried out on all critical areas such as abrupt changes in
sections, weld ends, at the junction of risers, gates or feeders to the casting and areas of highest
stress. Prior to inspection, the Vendor shall propose, for the Purchaser's approval, what areas are to
be considered as critical and which type of non-destructive testing will be applied.
(2.11.4.2) Substitute [for the clause and the Subclauses 2.11.4.2.1 through 2.11.4.2.4]:
When radiography, magnetic particle, dye penetrant, or ultrasonic inspection is specified:
a. Radiographic inspection procedure shall be in accordance with ASTM E94Standard Guide for
Radiographic Testing.
b. Magnetic particle method shall be in accordance with ASTM E709Practice for Magnetic Particle
Examination.
c. Dye-penetrant inspection method shall be in accordance with ASTM E165Practice for Liquid
Penetrant Inspection Method.
d. Ultrasonic inspection shall be in accordance with ASTM A609Standard Practice for Castings,
Carbon, Low-Alloy, and Martensitic Stainless Steel, Ultrasonic Examination Thereof.
(2.11.4.3) Substitute:
Cast steel casings shall be visually inspected in accordance with MSS Standard SP55 Quality
Standard for Steel Castings for Valves, Flanges and Fittings and Other Piping Components (Visual
Method).
Maximum acceptable severity levels shall be as specified in that document. Magnetic particle
inspection shall be carried out on all surfaces, including machined gasket sealing surfaces.
Acceptability of defects shall be based on a comparison with the photographs associated with ASTM
E125 Standard Reference Photographs for Magnetic Particle Indications on Ferrous Castings.
For each type of defect, the degree of severity shall not exceed the limits in the following:

Type Degree
I 1
II 2
III 3
IV 4
V 5
VI 6

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Dye-penetrant inspection shall be used only when magnetic particle inspection is not feasible.
Acceptability of defects shall be based on a comparison with the photographs associated with ASTM
E125 Standard Reference Photographs for Magnetic Particle Indications on Ferrous Castings.
For each type of defect, the degree of severity shall not exceed the limits given above.
Interpretation of radiographs shall be in accordance with ASTM E186 or E446, whichever is
applicable. Refer to ASTM E186 Reference Photographs for Heavy-Walled (51-114mm) Steel
Castings and ASTM E446Reference Photographs for Steel Castings up to 51mm on Thickness.
For each type of defect, the degree of severity shall not exceed the limits in the following table:

Defect Gas and Blow Sandspots & Internal shrinkage Cracks & Hot
Severity Limits holes inclusions tears
Types 1, 2 Type 4
Thickness
and 3
(mm)
Below 25 2 2 2 2 Not Allowed
25- 50 2 2 3 2
51 - 114 2 2 3 2
Over 114 2 2 3 2

Ultrasonic inspection shall be carried out where radiography is not possible. The following
acceptability levels apply:

Thickness (mm) Acceptance level

Below 50 2
50 - 100 3
over 100 4

2.3 API 617, Section 3 – Accessories

(3.1) Drivers
(3.1.5) Substitute:
Electric motor main drivers shall be in accordance with ES/155 HV Electric Motors, Three-phase
Induction Type: Offshore Installations.
They shall be capable of developing continuously at least 115% of the highest kW-rating, including
gear losses, required for any of the compressor operating conditions.
(3.1.7) Substitute:
Gas turbine drivers shall conform to Shell Expro Standards ES/082 or ES/200, as appropriate, and
shall be sized by mutual agreement between the Vendor and the Purchaser. Refer to ES/082 Aero-
derivative Gas Turbines and ES/200 Industrial Gas Turbines.
(3.1.8) Substitute:
Speed increasers and reducers shall be in accordance with Shell Expro Standard ES/080 and shall be
sized for the maximum horsepower and speed of the driver under all operating and ambient
conditions. Refer to ES/080 High Precision Gears.
(3.1.9) Additional Clause:
Motors for auxiliary equipment shall be in accordance with ES/226 LV Electric Motors, Three-phase
Induction Type.
(3.2) Couplings and Guards
(3.2.2) Addition:
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(3.2.3) Addition:
An idling adaptor, or other device, shall be supplied (if necessary) for all couplings to enable the
driving machine to be run uncoupled.
(3.3) Mounting Plates
(3.3.1) General
(3.3.1.1) Substitute:
The complete string, i.e. compressor, gear and driver, shall be mounted on a continuous structural
steel baseplate.
(3.3.1.2.2) Addition:
Surfaces between which shims are to be located shall not be subject to any relative movement to
accommodate thermal expansion.
(3.3.2) Baseplate
Addition before clause (3.3.2.1):
Baseplates for machines to be installed on offshore platforms shall comply with ES/179 Baseplates/
Baseframes for Packaged Units: Offshore Installations:
be designed for three-point mounting;
whenever possible, incorporate the whole of the oil system;
be designed to minimise weight;
be subject to a dynamic analysis to ensure that flexibility of the baseplate will not adversely affect the
rotor dynamics of the machines.
Baseplates for machines for onshore installation shall comply with API 617 Clauses (3.3.2.1) to
(3.3.2.9) below, inclusive, as amended in this Standard.
(3.3.2.1) Addition:
Unless otherwise specified, one single continuous baseplate shall be supplied to support the complete
machine string.
There shall be no limit to the dimensions of baseplates except those determined from consideration of
transportation out of the Manufacturer's works and at the delivery point (normally the module
fabrication yard) and from consideration of the arrangement and layout of the module or system of
which the compressor forms part.
The complete set shall be shipped as one unit mounted on the baseplate with the minimum of
disassembly.
(3.3.2.2) Addition:
Levelling targets shall be provided.
(3.3.2.3) Addition:
For offshore applications, see ES/179 Baseplates/Baseframes for Packaged Units: Offshore
Installations.
(3.3.3) Soleplates and Sub-Soleplates
(3.3.3.1) Addition:
Sub-sole plates shall be provided.
(3.4) Controls and Instrumentation
(3.4.1) General
(3.4.1.2) Substitute:
Instrumentation and connections for instrumentation shall be in accordance with ES/187 Packaged
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(3.4.1.3) Substitute:
Condition monitoring instrumentation shall comply with ES/077 Mechanical Condition Monitoring of
Large/Critical Rotating Machines.
(3.4.2) Control Systems
(3.4.2.4) Substitute:
Adjustable inlet guide vanes shall not be supplied unless specifically agreed by the Purchaser.
(3.4.3) Instrument and Control Panels
(3.4.3.1) Addition:
An instrument panel and instruments shall be supplied as specified on the data sheet, see specimen
copy in Appendix 2 - Data/Requisition Sheets for Centrifugal Compressors.
(3.4.5) Alarms and Shutdowns
(3.4.5.1) General
Addition before clause (3.4.5.1.1):
Alarms and shutdown (trip) systems shall comply with EA/076 Mechanical Equipment: Protective
Equipment.
(3.4.5.1.2) Substitute:
Unless otherwise specified, all alarm and trip switches shall open (de-energise) to alarm or trip.
2.4 API 617, Section 4 - Inspection, Testing, and Preparation for Shipment
(4.1) General
(4.1.2) Addition:
Auxiliary equipment such as drivers, gears, vessels, etc shall be inspected and tested in accordance
with the relevant Shell Expro or SIPM Standard or such other standard as may be specified in addition
to any requirements in this Standard.
Note: The requirements of Inspection and Testing.
(4.2) Inspection
(4.2.2.1.1) Addition:
Note: The requirements of API 617 Clause (2.11.4), as amended in (2.11.4) Material Inspection of
Pressure-Containing Parts.
(4.3) Testing
(4.3.2) Hydrostatic Test
(4.3.2.1) Addition
Except when otherwise agreed, the whole of a compressor casing shall be tested at the same
pressure.
When, by agreement, a multiple pressure-level casing is sub-divided for the purpose of hydrostatic
testing, the appropriate test pressures shall be established and maintained in each compartment
simultaneously.
(4.3.4) Mechanical Running Test
(4.3.4.2.4) Addition:
Where the compressor is fitted with dry gas seals, the seal leakage flows shall be measured during
the mechanical running test. Where the test pressures are significantly different from the field
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(4.3.4.3.2) Modification
The vibration sweeps shall cover the range from 5 percent of the minimum operating speed to 8 times
the maximum continuous to demonstrate the absence of any form of sub-synchronous vibration that
may, for example, be due to rotating stall.
(4.3.6) Optional Tests
Addition before clause (4.3.6.1):
All compressors shall be subject to a performance test in accordance with ASME Performance Test
Code 10. However, the test results shall not be corrected for any deviation in Reynolds number.
Compressors shall also be subject to a Full-pressure/Full-load/ Full-speed test when required by
Stability of High-Pressure Compressors.
Unless otherwise agreed, all compressors shall be subject to a 'complete-unit test' (string test) that is,
the complete string of compressor gear and driver shall be run together with the job oil system and the
job instrumentation and control system/panel. Preference will be given to potential Vendors who are
able to provide a complete string test.
Even when, by agreement, a complete-unit test is not carried out, the complete string shall be
completely assembled in the Vendor's works and all the ancillary equipment, instrumentation, etc,
connected up.
A post-test inspection of all hydraulically fitted couplings shall be carried out. Other optional tests shall
be as specified on the data sheet. See specimen in Appendix 2 - Data Requisition Sheets for
Centrifugal Compressors.
(4.3.6.1) Performance Test
(4.3.6.1.1) Addition
Since it will generally not be possible to use gas for the performance test that is identical to the
specified field gas, the test should be a PTC 10 Class 3 Test and the test conditions should be in
accordance with the rules of PTC 10. Unless otherwise agreed, the test gas should be mainly
hydrocarbons in order that the higher temperatures that would result from the use of inert gasses do
not impose limitations of the test.
(4.3.6.1.6) Additional Clause:
Where two or more compression stages are contained in one casing, it will generally be necessary to
test each stage separately since the speed necessary to reproduce the correct aerodynamic
conditions will be different for the two stages. Every gas flow into and out of the casing shall be
measured and the magnitude of all internal leakage flows between stages shall be determined. The
vendor shall propose, for the purchaser's approval, the method to be used to convert the flows under
performance test conditions to the contract conditions.
(4.3.6.7) Addition:
All control systems, protection systems and automatic start-up or shut-down systems mounted on the
machine set or on a panel to be supplied by the Vendor, shall be subject to a full function test whether
such systems are supplied by the Vendor or free-issued to him.
(4.3.7) Additional Clause:
Combination of Tests
The basic principle to be observed is that each component sub-assembly, assembly, complete
machine, complete string and complete system shall be tested to prove its fitness for the purpose at
the earliest reasonable point in time.
Provided that the above principle is not significantly contravened, two or more tests may be combined.
For example, a mechanical string test on a complete train may also serve as the mechanical test on a
compressor provided it is carried out in the compressor Manufacturer's works and within a reasonable
time of the completion of the assembly of the compressor. Any component of the train not
manufactured in the works where the mechanical string test is carried out, such as a driver or gear,
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(4.4) Preparation for Shipment

Substitute for whole sub-section:
Unless otherwise agreed, the complete compressor train shall be shipped in one piece, on its
baseplate, including the oil system or any other ancillary equipment incorporated into the baseplate,
with the absolute minimum of disassembly. The objective is to minimise the work required to be done
at the construction site and also to minimise the risks of faulty reassembly, accidental damage, ingress
of dirt, loss of components, etc.
Preference will be given to Vendors who are able to comply with this requirement.
The equipment shall be preserved and prepared for shipment in accordance with Preparation for
Shipment and Storage.
2.5 API 617, Section 5 - Vendor's Data
(5.1) General
(5.1.1) Substitute:
Documents in accordance with 5.2 and 5.3 shall be supplied as indicated on the 'Documentation
Requirements Schedule', a specimen copy of which is shown in Appendix 4 of this Standard, and also
in accordance with any other requirements stated in the enquiry. Refer to Appendix 4 - Documentation
Requirements Schedule.
(5.2) Proposals
Substitute for the whole sub-section:
The 'Documentation Requirements Schedule' will specify the documents to be supplied with the
proposal.
(5.3) Contract Data
(5.3.1) General
Substitute [for the whole clause]:
Documentation shall be provided by the Vendor in accordance with the 'Documentation Requirements
Schedule', a copy of which is shown in Appendix 4 - Documentation Requirements Schedule and in
accordance with Documentation and any other instructions in the order.
(5.3.2) Drawings
Addition:
Shell Expro will require to formally approve all drawings in the following categories:
layout drawings;
schematic drawings of oil systems, control systems etc;
logic diagrams;
drawings detailing the terminations of the Vendor's supply.
Other drawings will, in general, not be subject to formal approval but only to review. However, see the
requirements of Technical Audit.
(5.3.3) Technical Data
Modification:
Technical data shall be supplied as specified in the 'Documentation Requirements Schedule'.
(5.3.5) Recommended Spare Parts:
Addition:
The Vendor shall complete the SIPM 'Spare Parts List and Interchangeability Record', a specimen
copy of which (together with instructions on how to complete it) are included in Appendix 3 - Spare
Parts Lists and Interchangeability Record (SPIR) and Completion Guide.
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Substitute for the whole clause:

Instruction Manuals shall comply with requirements of Documentation.

3 PREPARATION FOR SHIPMENT AND STORAGE

3.1 General
This third section describes the minimum procedures to be followed by Vendors and Manufacturers to
ensure the adequate preservation and protection of their mechanical equipment during transportation
and storage prior to unpacking at the module fabrication yard, or any other manufacturing or
fabricating facility that may be specified in the order/enquiry. Procedures for extended storage
(cocooning) of mechanical equipment are not described in this Standard. If required, such procedures
will be covered in a separate order/enquiry (or attachment thereto). The procedures shall also be
applied to equipment which is to be shipped directly to an offshore location, either during initial
construction/hook-up or as spare/replacement units during operational periods. The equipment
Vendor/Manufacturer shall advise any additional preservation/protection requirements for sea transit
or offshore storage.
The Vendor/Manufacturer shall submit a detailed procedure for each item of equipment or packaged
unit, incorporating the requirements of this Standard. Different preservation methods or deviations to
the methods described here may be proposed by the Vendor but shall only be used with the approval
of the Purchaser.
Generally, mechanical equipment is supplied as part of a packaged unit which includes other types of
equipment - instruments, electrical, valves and piping. Although this Standard provides minimum
requirements for such components mounted in packaged units, any other standards, specifications or
procedures listed in the order/enquiry which relate specifically to the preservation and protection of
such components shall take precedence.
This Standard does not apply to equipment handling oxygen or other substances which are not
compatible with the oils and greases listed.
Unless otherwise specified, the equipment will be installed on a Shell Expro offshore installation.
Equipment preservation and protection shall be adequate to enable the equipment to be delivered
without suffering damage or deterioration, stored at the module fabrication or construction yard (or
other place of storage that may be specified) for a period and then installed in a module (or in the
open) during the construction phase. The probable storage period will be specified in the
order/enquiry; a minimum period of 12 months shall be assumed. The construction will normally last
for a 6-12 month period.
It is recognised that some or all of the preservation and protection applied to the equipment by the
Vendor will, of necessity, be removed at the fabrication or construction yard during equipment
installation and hook-up. If applicable, temporary preservation will then be applied to the equipment to
ensure adequate protection up to the time of commissioning. The Vendor shall advise the Purchaser
of any special measures or precautions which should be taken during this period.
As long as the equipment packaging and protection remains unopened and undamaged, and is
correctly handled in accordance with the Vendor's markings and shipping instructions, then it shall
remain the responsibility of the Vendor that the equipment supplied remains in the same condition as
when accepted by the Purchaser, ex-works. If the Vendor so wishes, this responsibility may be
conditional on the Vendor being allowed to inspect the equipment preservation/protection at intervals
(to be agreed between the Vendor and Purchaser) and on the Purchaser acting on any reasonable
recommendations made by the Vendor following such inspection visits. Such activities carried out
under the Vendor's supervision or with the Vendor's approval, shall not relieve the Vendor of his
liabilities as described above.
All items containing preservatives and inhibitors shall have prominent warning labels or tags securely
attached advising of procedures, cautions, toxicity of materials, hazards, necessity for removal prior to
placing in service and any other salient cautioning factors. When VPI powders are used inside
equipment, red tags shall be attached to the outside indicating the quantity of bags inside. All
materials and procedures shall comply with the Health and Safety at Work etc Act, 1974. The 'Guide
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All flanged openings shall be provided with gasketted metal protection plates, as applicable, in
accordance with Figure Equipment Nozzle Protection Plate – Flanges and Figure Nozzle Protection
Plate for Studed Openings.
Plastic or wooden plates/closures are not acceptable. The purpose of these special plates is to enable
them to be left in position whilst pipe connections are made.
All open ends of drains, vents, instrument tubing and small bore piping connections shall be capped or
plugged with metal caps or plugs, as applicable. Threaded caps and plugs shall be used for threaded
connections. Grease fittings shall be protected with plastic caps.
Any item of equipment protected internally with a desiccant shall be prominently labelled or tagged
'WARNING - DESICCANT INSIDE'. Desiccant shall be placed in a bag or other suitable container so
as to prevent it dispersing inside the equipment during transit or installation. The drying of equipment
prior to the application of preservative may be done by wiping dry or air drying. However, all
inaccessible areas shall be air dried. The Vendor shall calculate the amount of desiccant required
following the guidelines on the use of desiccants laid down in BS 1133 Packaging Code, Sect. 19 -
Use of Desiccants in Packaging.
Note: Desiccant should not be used in combination with Shell VPI Powders.
Warning labels and tags shall be secured with stainless steel wire or rivets (as appropriate), in such a
way that they will remain attached during transit and storage for 12 months under adverse conditions.
Labels and tags shall preferably be of stainless steel, and lettering shall be a minimum of 10mm high.
Stress corrosion cracking can result when stainless steel equipment is in contact with salt water at
temperatures greater than 50 ° C. The residual stress in welded equipment can be sufficient to
promote stress corrosion cracking. Extra precautions shall be taken when preserving stainless steel
equipment which will be subjected to a saline environment, whether during operation, transit or
installation.
3.2 Minimum Requirements for Centrifugal Compressors
All exposed shafts, and other machined and polished surfaces, shall be thoroughly cleaned, coated
with Shell Ensis Fluid SDC and wrapped with heavy-gauge plastic sheeting secured with tape. Shell
Ensis Fluids are described in the 'Guide to Shell Lubricants', published by SIPC Ltd. Shaft entries to
bearing housings and casings shall be wrapped with heavy-duty tape to prevent the ingress of dirt,
dust and moisture.
All other exposed surfaces, including ancillary equipment, shall be painted in accordance with ES/011
Painting and Coating of Offshore Structures and Facilities and Onshore Facilities.
Sleeve bearings shall be preserved and protected by wrapping heavy-duty plastic sheeting (minimum
0.15mm thick) around the journal surfaces. The sheeting prevents shaft rotation and axial movement
during transit and lifting operations. Each bearing housing shall be prominently tagged: 'WARNING -
PLASTIC SHEETING MUST BE REMOVED FROM BEARING PRIOR TO START-UP'.
It should be noted that alkaline solvents must not be used to clean non-ferrous metals, especially
aluminium, tin and zinc. Most alkaline cleaners are also liable to attack paint. Alkaline solvents should
be used with caution on highly finished surfaces, as it may damage the surface or cause staining.
Finger sweat on fine machined surfaces shall be removed with methanol.
Preservation procedure:
flush the machine casing with Shell Ensis Oil H or gas oil and drain off any surplus. Where water may
be present, flush with Ensis Fluid SDA prior to flushing with Ensis Oil H;
clean out grease-lubricated bearings and repack with new grease if the equipment has been run for
more than 24 hours;
drain oil-lubricated rolling element bearings and refill completely with Ensis Oil H, then plug the vents
on the bearing housing. The shaft shall be rotated during filling to ensure complete coating of the
surfaces in contact;
remove seal parts, grease with Alvania R3 and replace seal ensuring the seal faces are not damaged;
for pressure lubrication systems, add VSI 8235 to the lubricating oil and run the system for about one
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Note: It is essential to thoroughly flush out Shell Ensis Fluids before filling equipment with the
service oils, as Ensis Fluids, or other silicone-based fluids, even in trace quantities, may
cause serious deterioration of the service oil.
3.3 Ancillaries and Associated Equipment
Piping system internals within packaged units and any section of piping (including spool pieces) which
are to be despatched or handled separately shall be flushed and properly drained and dried internally
and then preserved with VPI powder or a desiccant. For stainless steel piping systems, refer also to
General (Step 13).
Flanged openings of piping systems within packaged units and separate sections of piping shall be
closed in accordance with General (Step 9).
Valves shall be preserved together with, and in the same manner as, the piping system in which they
are incorporated, or by the same procedure applying to the mechanical equipment with which they are
associated. Valves shall be left slightly open to avoid metal-to-metal contact; diaphragm valves should
always be left in the fully open position. Valve packing shall be left in place. Valve spindles shall be
thoroughly cleaned, coated with Shell Ensis Fluid of the appropriate grade (at least Shell Ensis Fluid
SDC) and wrapped with heavy-duty plastic sheeting or tape.
Control panels and instruments shall be sealed to ensure that they are watertight, a suitable desiccant
(e.g. silica gel) placed inside and then they shall be shrink-wrapped with at least two layers of heavy-
duty film (0.2mm thick). The faces of control panels and instruments shall be protected with plywood at
least 6mm thick. Electrical and instrument junction boxes (and other equipment) shall be sealed to
ensure that they are water-tight, with a suitable desiccant (e.g. silica gel) placed inside. Electrical
wiring shall be terminated and adequately supported. No wires shall be left exposed.
Note: Desiccant must not be used in combination with Shell VPI powders.
3.4 Tagging of Equipment
Before shipment, the Vendor shall mark on, or securely attach to, the equipment a list of the specific
oils, greases and rust preventatives used to protect the equipment. The list shall include external as
well as internal treatment/oils used, giving Manufacturer and type number, the locations where each
has been applied, method of removal and details of special precautions to be taken during periods of
storage.
Before despatch, the Vendor shall mark on, or securely attach to, the consignment any special
handling and/or storage instructions. These instructions shall include notification of any electrical,
instrumentation or other components not suitable for long-term outdoor storage and any special
handling instructions for catalysts and chemicals.
Each item of equipment or equipment package shall be tagged with a stainless steel tag secured to
the equipment with stainless steel wire. The tag shall contain the following information in lettering of
10mm height minimum:
Shell UK Exploration and Production;
project name and number;
Purchaser's name;
purchase order number;
item number/project tag number;
overall size and weight.
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3.5 Packing for Transportation and Storage

Whenever possible, equipment shall be packed for shipment by erecting suitable protective covers,
panels, boxes, etc, on, and within the confines of, the baseplate. The arrangement shall be such as to
enable the equipment to be placed in position and mounted without removing such protection. Also the
protection should allow access to connecting flanges and other customer connections. Items not
mounted on a baseplate shall be boxed suitable for export. This shall require the equipment to be
packed in stout wooden boxes with the lids securely fastened by nailing, screwing or strapping. Large
robust items of equipment shipped separately may be shipped on wooden or steel pallets. The
equipment shall be fastened to the pallets with strapping. Strapping shall comply with BS1133
(Section 15) and shall be stainless steel or plastic-coated steel, of minimum width 12.5mm, thickness
0.27mm. Stainless steel strapping shall be prevented from rubbing on the equipment. Refer to BS
1133 Packaging Code, Sect. 15 - Tensional Strapping.
Wooden boxes shall comply with BS1133 and any shipping regulations or other instructions included
in the order/enquiry. Refer to BS 1133 Packaging Code - Appendix 7.
The boxes shall be marked on at least two sides and top, together with delivery address, with the
same information listed in Tagging of Equipment (Step 3).
Wooden containers shall be manufactured of flame-retardant timber. Steel boxes and proprietary
reusable boxes are acceptable. Consideration should be given to the further use of such boxes to
provide protection for the equipment at the fabrication yard during the equipment installation and
module construction phases. All boxes shall contain a vapour barrier material. A list of contents in a
waterproof enclosure shall be attached to the outside of the box, or equipment if on a pallet, and a
duplicate list enclosed with the contents.
All fragile items such as control panels, instruments and small piping/tubing shall be adequately
supported and glass faces covered with polythene and plywood, which shall be at least 6mm thick.
Vendors shall note the requirements given in Ancillaries and Associated Equipment (Step 3).
Whether boxed or strapped to pallets for shipment, the equipment shall be adequately supported so
as to prevent damage during transit and lifting. The lifting points shall be clearly indicated. If required,
any temporary supports should be of metal (not plastic or timber) unless, however, the use of hard
material will damage the item to be supported, in which case hardwood may be used. Insulated
surfaces shall not be used for supporting surfaces, nor shall any temporary supports abut the
insulation. If necessary, the insulation (thermal or noise) should be stripped back and sealed.
If it is necessary to remove any items from the equipment (or equipment package) for shipment, they
shall be tagged, boxed and labelled in accordance with the requirements stated in Tagging of
Equipment (Step 3).

4 WEIGHT CONTROL
For all equipment to be installed on an offshore facility the Vendor shall comply with the following
requirements.
4.1 Information with Quotation
The Vendor shall provide, as part of his quotation, estimates of total installed operating weights for
each compressor set to be supplied. This weight shall include all ancillaries and appurtenances
regardless of whether they are supplied loose or installed on the unit. The estimate shall have an
upward tolerance of 10% or 10kg, whichever is greater.
Prior to placing the order, a Vendor may be required to guarantee his weight estimate with the above
tolerance.
4.2 Information Following an Order
Within 28 days of receipt of an order (or some other period as specified) the Vendor shall supply the
following information:
The weight and position of the centre of mass of the compressor:
as intended to be shipped including packing, temporary shipping constraints, lifting equipment, etc,
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in operation, i.e., including the normal contents of process fluids, lubricants, etc;
the weight of any ancillary or appurtenance to be shipped separately;
The weight of any component or item included in a compressor set greater than 200kg (defined as a
'major' component).
The above information shall be provided on a Shell Expro 'Weight/Centre-of-Mass Data Sheet', a
specimen of which is shown in Appendix 1 - Weight/Centre-of-Mass Data Sheet.
4.3 Weight Control During Manufacture
The Vendor shall operate a Weight Control Programme and shall notify the Purchaser at any time if
information becomes available indicating that the weight of the complete unit or any major component
differs from the data provided under 'Information Following an Order' above, by more than 5kg or 5%
of the total weight, whichever is the greater.
The Vendor shall weigh all components and ancillaries as they are completed in his shops or received
from Sub-vendors.
When all significant components have been completed or received, the Vendor shall review his initial
weight estimates and confirm or modify the data by reissuing the 'weight/Centre-of-Mass Data Sheet'.
This shall be done not later than one month prior to the agreed shipment date.
On completion of the complete compressor set, the Vendor shall weigh it and again revise his initial
estimates if necessary and reissue the 'Weight/Centre-of-Mass Data Sheet' certified final.

5 QUALITY ASSURANCE REQUIREMENTS

5.1 Quality System
Vendors and their subcontractors shall operate and maintain a formalised, documented and effective
quality system to control the work. The quality system shall comply with the requirements of those
elements of BS EN ISO 9001 (1994) that is applicable to the work scope. Refer to BS EN ISO 9001
Quality Systems. Model for Quality Assurance in Design, Development, Production, Installation and
Servicing.
5.2 Quality Plans
5.2.1
Quality Plans need only be submitted when a vendor cannot satisfy the requirements of Identification
and Material Traceability.
5.2.2
When required the quality plan shall describe how the vendors quality system will be used to meet the
requirements of this standard. Elements of the quality system that needs development or amendment
to meet the requirements of this standard relevant to their work scope shall be identified and shall be
put in place no later than twenty one (21) days after 'contract' award. The quality plan content shall be
as described in Appendix 7 – Quality Control Plan.
5.3 Quality Control Plan
A quality control plan shall be prepared for the manufacturing/fabrication/construction, installation,
hook-up, commissioning and inspection/testing phases of the work. The vendor and his
subcontractors may use their own quality control plan formats provided they contain all the necessary
information of the example and associated guidance notes for completion, are structured so that
activities are listed sequentially, define the operational procedures and verification techniques to be
used and specify the records to be retained to demonstrate compliance with requirements. Refer to
Guidance Notes for Completion.
Quality Control Plans and associated operational control procedures shall be of the 'Approved' status
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5.4 Quality Records

The vendor shall maintain, and make available to the purchaser as required during the execution of
the work, records that provide objective evidence that the vendors quality system, including those of
subcontractors, are being effectively operated and that the packaged unit complies in all respects with
specified requirements.
The Vendor Document Requirements Schedule (VDRS), completed in accordance with ES/002 and
agreed during purchase order negotiations, defines the documentation records and data dossiers to
be compiled by the vendor. The vendor shall ensure that the certification of the works is carried out
progressively, effectively and in parallel with the activities. Refer to ES/002 Standard for Vendor
Documents.
Records to be retained by the vendor including retention periods and purchaser access arrangements
shall be agreed. Records required by the purchaser shall be provided in accordance with an agreed
'handover schedule'.
5.5 Deviations, Waivers and Concessions
Deviations, waivers and concessions to approved documents, including drawings, specifications,
codes and standards, shall only be permitted following written authorisation by the purchaser. The
vendor, and his subcontractors, shall use formal procedures for requesting approval of deviations,
waivers and concessions and for following approved requests (including any close out instructions)
through to completion. Appropriate registers shall cross reference deviations/waiver/concessions
granted and implemented to affected items and relevant documents. Approved and implemented
requests shall be incorporated within the quality records/handover documentation.
5.6 Inspection and Testing
Inspection and tests defined in this standard and the purchase order 'Inspection & Test Schedule',
shall be incorporated within the quality control plan and carried out by the vendor his subcontractor as
applicable. Refer to Quality Plans.
5.7 Regulatory, Certifying and Inspection Authorities
The Vendor is responsible for liaison with the applicable Regulatory, Certification and/or Independent
Inspection Authorities in connection with the design and manufacture of the equipment. Procedures
adopted by the Vendor shall describe the liaison, co-ordination and activity controls to be adopted at
the interface with these bodies including the identification of those quality control plan verification
activities to be carried out/witnessed by them.
5.8 Quality Surveillance, Reviews and Audits by Purchaser
The Purchaser reserves the right to monitor work performance and establish the effectiveness of the
quality systems being implemented by the Vendor and his subcontractor by means of quality
surveillance, reviews of documentation and audits. Unrestricted access, at all reasonable times, to
facilities, equipment, materials, personnel and records shall be provided for this purpose. Alternatively,
the purchaser may participate in Vendor led surveillance, reviews of documentation and audit activities
within their own or subcontractor premises. Refer to Inspection and Testing.
Where non-conformances or deficiencies are identified, the vendor and/or subcontractor shall take
appropriate corrective measures to the satisfaction of the purchaser.
5.9 Management of Subcontractors
The Vendor shall ensure that where the provision of any service, material, equipment or sub assembly
is subcontracted, then such shall be specified in this standard. Procedures operated by the vendor
shall include for the management of the organisational and technical interfaces involved and shall
ensure that each subcontractor operates on an effective quality system in accordance with
requirements. Records shall be maintained that demonstrate the achievement of this objective.
The existence of such systems shall not relieve the Vendor of his responsibility for the quality of the
completed work or for the monitoring/supervision of subcontractors including increased supervision
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Subcontractor's quality plans, quality control plans and procedures shall be reviewed by the Vendor
and be available to the Purchaser where specified and where required by the Vendor Document
Requirement Schedule (VDRS) copies of sub-orders shall be provided to the Purchaser. The Vendor
is responsible for ensuring that sub-orders contain clear, unambiguous instructions and that applicable
requirements of this standard are incorporated. Sub-orders subject to the Certifying Authority (CA) or
Independent Inspection Authority (IIA) design review and/or survey shall contain instructions to that
affect.
5.10 Information to be provided with the Tender
The Vendor shall confirm with the bid his compliance, and that of his subcontractors, with the quality
assurance requirements specified in this standard and shall highlight any exemptions for review.
Proposed subcontractors and the extent of subcontracting shall be disclosed to the company for
review and approval.
Where the capability of the Vendor's and/or subcontractor's quality system has been assessed by an
independent accredited 'Third Party Certification Body', a copy of a valid 'Certificate of Registration'
(including scope of certification) shall be submitted to demonstrate compliance with the requirements
of the National/International Standards for the specified scope of work.
Where no such certification is available and/or the certificate registration does not cover the specified
scope of work the Custodian of this Standard shall be consulted.
The Vendor shall submit with his tender a draft of the quality control plans, with an accompanying
index, as required by this standard. Operational control procedures to be submitted for review by the
purchaser are identified in the Vendor Document Requirement Schedule (VDRS).
5.11 Identification and Material Traceability
The Vendor and subcontractors shall have effective Material Identification and Traceability Systems
which shall satisfy the requirements of EA/112 Traceability of Materials.

6 DOCUMENTATION
6.1 Technical Manuals
6.1.1 General
Technical manuals shall be provided and shall incorporate both Vendor and Sub-vendor data.
Technical manuals shall be in accordance with BS 4884 Part 1Technical Manuals. Part 1 Specification
for Presentation of Essential Information and BS 4884 Part 2 Technical Manuals. Part 2 Guide to
Content.
In addition, they shall meet the requirements of this Standard.
The Vendor shall submit the manual index to the Purchaser prior to the manual being issued for
review and approval.
The manual shall be divided into nine information categories (parts) as given below:
Part 1 Leading Particulars (Including Data Sheets)
Part 2 Installation
Part 3 Commissioning
Part 4 Operation
Part 5 Maintenance
Part 6 Parts Data [including Spare Parts List and Interchangeability Record (SPIR) forms shown in
Appendix 3 - Spare Parts Lists and Interchangeability Record (SPIR) and Completion Guide
Part 7 Drawings
Part 8 Lubrication
Part 9 Fault Finding/Correction Procedures.

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Within the parts of the manual listed above, information shall be comprehensive and specific to the
supply
scope of with non-relevant information clearly edited out. Information required under Parts 6 to 9
is self-evident and no further requirements are stated here. However, for other parts, details are given
below of the minimum information they shall contain.
6.1.2 Part 1 - Leading Particulars (Including Data Sheets)
This shall include all main characteristics of the equipment including sizes, weight, supply
requirements, environmental and loading limitations, performance data, operating parameters, etc.
Details of suppliers and UK Agents shall be stated. A copy of the final issue of the appropriate
equipment data sheets shall be included.
6.1.3 Part 2 – Installation
This shall contain sufficient information to enable correct initial installation. Contents shall include (as
appropriate to the scope of supply):
lifting, transportation, handling, unpacking and any special installation requirements;
method of installation including alignment, mounting/support details and use of special support
equipment or tools;
ex-works preservations status including handling/disposal instructions for any fluids or compounds
used for preservation or inhibition;
details to enable connection of all utility services including any techniques required for certified
intrinsically safe equipment.
6.1.4 Part 3 – Commissioning
This shall contain sufficient information to enable correct commissioning and re-commissioning (after
major overhaul) to be carried out. Contents shall include (as appropriate):
procedures for preparation for initial operation including flushing, cleaning, lubrication, introduction of
any medium, etc;
pre-commissioning checks;
measures necessary to maintain equipment integrity between initial commissioning (which may be
carried out onshore) and initial operation;
re-commissioning checks and test procedures following shutdown.
measures necessary to maintain equipment integrity between initial commissioning (which may be
carried out onshore) and initial operation;
re-commissioning checks and test procedures following shutdown.
6.1.5 Part 4 – Operation
This shall include sufficient data for operators not familiar with the equipment to operate it in a safe
manner. Contents shall include:
Operating procedures for the various modes (manual/auto/remote) as applicable, and covering start-
up, steady-state running, shutdown, emergency shutdown, and fault conditions. Procedures shall
include operational limitations, precautions and method of operating control devices.
Diagrams identifying controls and adjustments.
6.1.6 Part 5 – Maintenance
This shall include sufficient planned, preventative and corrective maintenance data to support
equipment maintenance in the workshop and the production of planned maintenance procedures.
Contents shall include:
Maintenance schedules indicating recommended minimum and maximum periods for implementation
of routing tests and preventative maintenance. Recommendations shall be based upon the stated role
of equipment, and on the general requirement for most equipment to operate continuously for long
periods.
All routine maintenance and test procedures.

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Corrective maintenance procedure, including equipment removal, dismantling, overhaul, assembly,

replacement, repair, test and calibration. This information shall be supported by diagrams/drawings
(particularly where removal/replacement procedures are complicated) with positive location of control
points, adjustment points, test points, etc.
Specified cleaning methods and materials.
Fits/clearances and tolerances (baseline and maximum).
Details of access/lifting requirements including weights of all components requiring mechanical
lifting/handling facilities for removal and replacement.
List of tools required for maintenance, both standard and special, and diagrams of test rigs to be used.
Safety precautions where necessary.
6.2 Data Sheets
Data sheets of approved form shall constitute the prime means of communicating details of the
equipment between the Purchaser and the Vendor. Unless otherwise agreed, the data sheets shall be
used shown in Appendix 1 - Weight/Centre-of-Mass Data Sheet, Appendix 2 - Data/Requisition Sheets
for Centrifugal Compressors, Appendix 5 - Equipment Noise Level Data Sheet and Appendix 7 –
Quality Control Plan.
The final issue of these data sheets, copies of which shall be included in the technical manual, shall
accurately record details of the equipment as delivered. Refer to Technical Manuals.
6.3 Other Documentation
Other documents, certificates, drawings and data shall be supplied by the Vendor at the times and in
the form and quantities specified in the Documentation Requirements Schedule, a specimen of which
is shown in Appendix 4 - Documentation Requirements Schedule.

7 REFERENCE DOCUMENTS
The following standards, codes and specifications shall, to the extent specified herein, form a part of
this Standard. Except where a specific edition or revision is identified by date or revision/edition
number, the edition in effect at the time of the contract shall govern.
7.1 Legislation
Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974.
7.2 British Standards

BS 489 Specification for turbine oils

BS 1133 Packaging code
Sect. 8 Wooden boxes, cases and crates
Sect. 15 Tensional strapping
Sect. 19 Use of desiccants in packaging
BS 4884 Technical manuals
Part 1 Specification for presentation of essential information
Part 2 Guide to content
BS 5750 Quality systems
Part 4 Guide to use of BS EN ISO 9001
BS 5996 Specification for acceptance levels for internal imperfections in steel plate, strip
and wide flats, based on ultrasonic testing
BS EN ISO 9001 Quality systems. Model for quality assurance in design, development, production,
installation and servicing

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7.3 Other National/International Standards

American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
ANSI B46.1 (ASME) Surface Texture (Surface Roughness, Waviness, and Lay)
American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
ASME Performance Compressors and Exhausters Test Code 10
American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)
ASTM A278 Standard Specification for Gray Iron Castings for Pressure-Containing
Parts for Temperatures up to 650°F
ASTM A395 Standard Specification for Ferritic Ductile Iron Pressure-Retaining
Castings for Use at Elevated Temperatures
ASTM A488 Standard Practice for Steel Castings, Welding, Qualifications of
Procedures and Personnel
ASTM A536 Standard Specification for Ductile Iron Castings
ASTM A609 Standard Practice for Castings, Carbon, Low-Alloy, and Martensitic
Stainless Steel, Ultrasonic Examination Thereof
ASTM E94 Standard Guide for Radiographic Testing
ASTM E125 Standard Reference Photographs for Magnetic Particle Indications on
Ferrous Castings
ASTM E165 Practice for Liquid Penetrant Inspection Method
ASTM E186 Reference Photographs for Heavy-Walled (51-114mm) Steel Castings
ASTM E446 Reference Photographs for Steel Castings up to 51mm in Thickness
ASTM E709 Practice for Magnetic Particle Examination
Deutsches Institute f ü r Normung e.V. (DIN)
DIN 50049 Materials Testing Certificates
Manufacturers Standardization Society of the Valve and Fittings Industry, Inc. [USA] (MSS)
MSS SP-55 Quality Standard for Steel Castings for Valves, Flanges and Fittings and
Other Piping Components (Visual Method)
National Association of Corrosion Engineers [USA] (NACE)
NACE MR-01-75 Material Requirements: Sulphide Stress Cracking Resistant Metallic
Materials for Oilfield Equipment
7.4 Shell Expro Documents
Engineering Reference Documents (Codes of Practice)
EA/076 Mechanical Equipment: Protective Equipment
Engineering Reference Documents (Standards)
ES/011 Painting and Coating of Offshore Structures and Facilities and Onshore
Facilities
ES/077 Mechanical Condition Monitoring of Large/Critical Rotating Machines
ES/080 High-Precision Gears
ES/082 Aero-derivative Gas Turbines
ES/084 Lubricating Oil/Seal Systems
ES/085 Flexible Power Transmission Couplings
ES/155 HV Electric Motors, Three-phase Induction Type: Offshore Installations
(Including Amendments to DEP 33.66.05.31-Gen. 1985)

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ES/179 Baseplates/Baseframes for Packaged Units: Offshore Installations

ES/187 Packaged Units
ES/200 Industrial Gas Turbines
ES/226 LV Electric Motors, Three-phase Induction Type
Data/Requisition Sheets
EM/012-06-001 Equipment Noise Level Data Sheet
EM/012-06-002 Weight/Centre-of-Mass Data Sheet
EM/012-06-024 Data/Requisition Sheet: Centrifugal Compressor
(Sheets 1 to 6)
7.5 SIPM Documents
Design and Engineering Practices (DEPs)
DEP.30.10.02.31-Gen Metallic materials - Requirements for prevention of brittle fracture of
equipment in low temperature service (45 ° C or below) and equipment
containing liquefied gas or lethal substances.
DEP 31.29.60.30-Gen. General-purpose steam turbines (Amendments/supplements to API Std
611).
DEP 31.29.60.31-Gen. Special-purpose steam turbines (Amendments/supplements to API Std
612).
DEP 70.10.90.81-Gen. Spare parts list and interchangeability record.
(Sheets 1 to 3)
7.6 SIPC Documents
SIPC Marketing Publication 84/18 A Guide for Shell Lubricants
7.7 Technical Papers
No. 1 - Kobayashi, H., Nishida, H,. Takagi, T. and Fukushima, Y., 'Study on the Rotating Stall of
Centrifugal Compressors' (2nd Report, Effect of Diffuser Inlet Shape on Rotating Stall), Transactions
of the Japan Society of Mechanical Engineers, Part b, 56, (529), pp. 2646-2651 (September 1990) (in
Japanese).
No. 2 - Fulton, J. W. and Blair, W.G., 'Experience with Empirical Criteria for Rotating Stall in Radial
Vaneless Diffusers', Proceedings of the Twenty-Fourth Turbomachinery Symposium, Gas Turbine
Laboratories, Texas A & M University, College Station, Texas.
No. 3 - Simmons P.E. 'The Response of a Geared Compressor Set to Torsional Excitation Accounting
for Damping and Flexibility in the Bearings and Damping and Backlash in the Gear'. ASME paper 82-
GT-246.

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APPENDIX 1 WEIGHT/CENTRE-OF-MASS DATA SHEET

WEIGHT / CENTRE OF MASS DATA SHEET

EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION INFORMATION STATUS
(TICK AS NECESSARY)

TENDER EST.
DESIGN EST
HEAVIEST COMPONENT TO BE HANDLED DURING MAINTENANCE: DESIGN UPDATE
DESCRIPTION WEIGHT KG AS SUPPLIED

WEIGHT DATA (KG)

NOTES:
1. ONE SHEET SHALL BE COMPLETED FOR EACH SEPARATELY INSTALLED SKID OR ITEM.
2. AS SUPPLIED EQUIPMENT SHALL BE WEIGHED BY VENDOR AND WITNESSED BY PURCHASER OR NOMINEE.
3. VENDOR SHALL PROVIDE CURRENT CALIBRATION CERTIFICATE OF WEIGHING EQUIPMENT CALIBRATION METHODS
SHALL BE TO BS 1610: 1967.
4. VENDOR SHALL SUBMIT DESIGN UPDATE FOR SIGNIFICANT CHANGES IN WEIGHT.

DRY KG OPERATING KG TEST KG

OTHER DESCRIPTION
TEMPORARY KG
WEIGHTS

CERTIFIED FINAL WEIGHT DATE NAME COMPANY

SHELL INSPECTOR
VENDOR

DIMENSIONAL DATA (MM)

NOTES:
1. EQUIPMENT ORIENTATION ON EACH SKID OR ITEM TO BE INDICATED.
2. C and G CO-ORDINATES TO BE CLEARLY SHOWN ON G.A. DRAWINGS.
'L' OVERALL SIZES
'X' DIMENSION 'L'
DIMENSION 'W'
DIMENSION 'H'
C of M
'W'

'Y'
CENTRE OF MASS
DIMN DRY OPERATING
PLAN
'X'
'Y'
'Z'
C of M
'H'
'Z'

ELEVATION

Rev.
letter
Date
Sign.
Sheet No. cont'd on Sheet No.
Eng by: Equipm. No.
Principle Req No.
Drawing No. 46834 EM/012-06-002 Rev 0. 1st ISSUE 10/87

Figure 1 Weight/Centre of Mass Data Sheet

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APPENDIX 2 DATA/REQUISITION SHEETS FOR CENTRIFUGAL COMPRESSORS

DATA / REQUISITION SHEET JOB No:

CENTRIFUGAL COMPRESSOR

APPLICABLE TO: PROPOSAL PURCHASE AS BUILT

FOR UNIT
SITE SERIAL No.
SERVICE No. REQUIRED
CONTINUOUS INTERMITTENT STANDBY DRIVER TYPE (3.1.1)
MANUFACTURER MODEL DRIVER ITEM No.
NOTE: INFORMATION TO BE COMPLETED: BY MANUFACTURER BY MANUFACTURER

OPERATING CONDITIONS
OTHER CONDITIONS (3.1.2)
(ALL DATA ON PER UNIT BASIS) NORMAL RATED
A B C D

N
GAS HANDLED (SEE ALSO PAGE )
nm 3/h (1.013 bar & o0 C DRY)
WEIGHT FLOW, kg/h (WET) (DRY)

E
INLET CONDITIONS
PRESSURE (WET) (kPa abs)
TEMPERATUREo( C)
RELATIVE HUMIDITY %
MOLECULAR WEIGHT %
Cp/Cv (K1 ) OR (KAVG )
IM
COMPRESSIBILITY (Z 1 ) OR (Z
AVG )
INLET VOLUME (m 3 /h) (WET/DRY)
C
DISCHARGE CONDITIONS
PRESSURE (BAR) (kPa abs)
TEMPERATUREo( C)
E

Cp/Cv (KAVG )
COMPRESSIBILITY (Z
1 ) OR (Z
AVG )
P

BHP REQUIRED (ALL LOSSES INCL)

SPEED (RPM)
ESTIMATED SURGE, m3 /h (AT SPEED ABOVE)
S

POLYTROPIC HEAD (N-m/kg)

POLYTROPIC EFFICIENCY (%)
QUARANTEE POINT
PERFORMANCE CURVE NUMBER

PROCESS CONTROL
METHOD SUCTION VARIABLE SPEED DISCHARGE COOLED
THROTTLING INLET VARIATION BYPASS
FROM (bar)(kPa abs) GUIDE VANES FROM % BLOWOFF FROM
TO (bar)(kPa abs) (3.4.2.3) TO % TO TO

SIGNAL SOURCE
(3,4,2,1)
TYPE ELECTRONIC PNEUMATIC OTHER
RANGE MA (barg) (k Pa G)
ANTI-SURGE BYPASS MANUAL AUTOMATIC NONE

SHEET No. 1 of 6
ENG. BY: EQUIP. No.
PRINCIPAL: REQ. No.
EM/012-06-024 Drawing No. UC-26692

Figure 1 Data/Requisition Sheet: Centrifugal Compressor (Sheet 1 of 6)

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DATA / REQUISITION SHEET JOB No:

CENTRIFUGAL COMPRESSOR
OPERATING CONDITIONS (Continued) (3.1.2) (3.1.3)
GAS ANALYSIS: OTHER CONDITIONS
NORMAL RATED REMARKS: (2.11.1.3) (2.11.1.8)
MOL % A B C D

AIR 26.966
OXYGEN 32.000
NITROGEN 28.016
WATER VAPOUR 18.016
CARBON MONOXIDE 28.010
CARBON DIOXIDE 44.010
HYDROGEN SULPHIDE 34.076
HYDROGEN 2.016
METHANE 16.042
ETHYLENE 28.062
ETHANE 30.068
PROPYLENE 42.078
PROPANE 44.094
l-BUTANE 58.120
n-BUTANE 58.120
l-PENTANE 72.146
n-PENTANE 72.146
HEXANE PLUS

TOTAL
AVG. MOL. WT.

LOCATION: (2.1.8) NOISE SPECIFICATIONS: (2.1.9)

INDOOR HEATED UNDER ROOF APPLICABLE TO MACHINE:
OUTDOOR UNHEATED PARTIAL SIDES SEE SPECIFICATION
GRADE MEZZANINE APPLICABLE TO NEIGHBOURHOOD:
ELEC. AREA CLASSIFICATION SEE SPECIFICATION
WINTERISATION REQD. (2.1.8) ACOUSTIC HOUSING: YES NO
TROPICALISATION REQD. (3.4.6.6)
SITE DATA: APPLICABLE SPECIFICATIONS:
ELEVATION m BAROMETER (BAR abs) API 617, CENTRIFUGAL COMPR.
RANGE OF AMBIENT TEMPS: FOR GEN. REFINERY SERV.
DRY BULB WET BULB VENDOR HAVING UNIT RESPONSIBILITY (2.9.1.7)
SITE RATED o C
NORMAL oC GOVERNING SPECIFICATION (IF DIFFERENT)
MAXIMUM o C
MINIMUM oC

UNUSUAL CONDITIONS: PAINTING:

DUST FUMES MANUFACTURER'S STD.
OTHER (2.11.1.8) SHELL ES/011

SHIPMENT:
ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATION
REMARKS:
STORAGE PERIOD

SHEET No. 2 of 6
ENG. BY: EQUIP. No.
PRINCIPAL: REQ. No.
EM/012-06-024 Drawing No. UC-26693

Figure 2 Data/Requisition Sheet: Centrifugal Compressor (Sheet 2 of 6)

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DATA / REQUISITION SHEET JOB No:

CENTRIFUGAL COMPRESSOR
CONSTRUCTION FEATURES
SPEEDS: TYPE (OPEN, ENCLOSED, ETC.)
MAX. CONT. RPM TRIP RPM TYPE FABRICATION
MAX. TIP SPEEDS: MATERIAL
m/s at RATED SPEED MAX. YIELD STRENGTH (N)
m/s at MAX. CONT. SPEED BRINNEL HARDNESS: MAX. MIN.
SPEEDS: SMALLEST TIP INTERNAL WIDTH (mm)
FIRST CRITICAL RPM MODE MAX. MACH. No. at IMPELLER EYE
SECOND CRITICAL RPM MODE MAX. IMPELLER HEAD at RATED SPD (N-m/kg)
THIRD CRITICAL RPM MODE SHAFT:
FOURTH CRITICAL RPM MODE MATERIAL
TRAIN LATERAL ANALYSIS REQUIRED (2.9.2.3) DIA at IMPELLERS (mm)
UNDAMPED STIFFNESS MAP REQUIRED (2.9.2.4a) DIA at COUPLING (mm)
TRAIN TORSIONAL ANALYSIS REQUIRED SHAFT END: TAPERED CYLINDRICAL
(TURBINE DRIVEN TRAIN)(2.9.4.5) MAX. YIELD STRENGTH (bar)
TORSIONAL CRITICAL SPEEDS: SHAFT HARDNESS (BNH)(Rc)
FIRST CRITICAL RPM STRESS at COUPLING (bar)
SECOND CRITICAL RPM
THIRD CRITICAL RPM
BALANCE PISTON:
MATERIAL AREA (mm)
FOURTH CRITICAL RPM
FIXATION METHOD
VIBRATION: SHAFT SLEEVES (2.8.2):
ALLOWABLE TEST LEVEL mm
AT INTERSTAGE CLOSE CLEARANCE POINTS
(PEAK TO PEAK)
MATL.
ROTATION, VIEWED FROM DRIVEN END AT SHAFT SEALS MATL.

MATERIALS INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS (4.2.3)

LABYRINTHS:
INTERSTAGE
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
TYPE MATL.
BALANCE PISTON
CRITICALITY RATING
TYPE MATL.
QA REQUIREMENTS TYPE
SHAFT SEALS:
CASING: SEAL TYPE (2.8.3)
MODEL SETTLING OUT PRESSURE (barg)
CASING SPLIT SPECIAL OPERATION (2.8.1)
MATERIAL SUPPLEMENTAL DEVICE REQUIRED FOR CONTACT
THICKNESS (mm) CORR. ALLOW. (mm) SEALS (2.8.3.2) TYPE
MAX. WORKING PRESS. bar(g) BUFFER GAS SYSTEM REQUIRED (2.8.7)
MAX. DESIGN PRESS. bar(g) TYPE BUFFER GAS
TEST PRESS. (BARG):HELIUM HYDRO. BUFFER GAS CONTR. SYST. SCHEMATIC BY VENDOR
MAX. OPER. TEMP. oC MIN. OPER. TEMP. oC PRESSURISING GAS FOR SUBATMOS. SEALS (2.8.8)
MAX. No. OF IMPELLERS FOR CASING TYPE SEAL
3 /h)
MAX. CASING CAPACITY (m INNER OIL LEAKAGE GUAR. (m3 /DAY/SEAL)
RADIOGRAPH QUALITY YES NO BUFFER GAS REQUIRED FOR:
CASING SPLIT SEALING AIR RUN-IN OTHER
SYSTEM RELIEF VALVE SET PT. (2.2.3) bar(g) BUFFER GAS FLOW (PER SEAL):
NORM: kg/MIN at bar P
DIAPHRAGMS: kg/MIN at bar P
MAX:
MATERIAL
IMPELLERS: BEARING HOUSING CONSTRUCTION:
No. DIAMETERS TYPE (SEPARATE, INTEGRAL) SPLIT
No. VANES EA. IMPELLER MATERIAL

SHEET No. 3 of 6
ENG. BY: EQUIP. No.
PRINCIPAL: REQ. No.
EM/012-06-024 Drawing No. UC-26694

Figure 3 Data/Requisition Sheet: Centrifugal Compressor (Sheet 3 of 6)

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DATA / REQUISITION SHEET JOB No:

CENTRIFUGAL COMPRESSOR
CONSTRUCTION FEATURES (Continued)
BEARINGS AND BEARING HOUSINGS
RADIAL INLET EXHAUST THRUST ACTIVE INACTIVE
TYPE TYPE
MANUFACTURER MANUFACTURER
LENGTH (mm) UNIT LOADING (Max. bar)
SHAFT DIA. (mm) UNIT LOAD (ULT.)(bar)
UNIT LOAD (ACT/ALLOW) AREA (mm2 )
BASE MATERIAL No. PADS
BABBIT THICKNESS (mm) PIVOT: CTR/OFFSET, %
No. PADS PAD BASE MATERIAL
LOAD: B'TWN/ON PAD LUBRICATION: FLOODED DIRECTED
PIVOT: CTR/OFFSET, %
THRUST COLLAR: INTEGRAL REPLACEABLE
MATERIAL
SEE ATTACHED
BEARING TEMPERATURE SEE ATTACHED VIBRATION DETECTORS: API-670
API-670 DATA SHEET
DEVICES DATA SHEET TYPE MODEL
THERMISTORS MFR
TYPE POS. TEMP COEFF. NEG. TEMP COEFF. No. AT EA SHAFT BRG. TOTAL No.
TEMP SWITCH & INDICATOR BY: PURCH. MFR. OSCILLATOR-DETECTORS SUPPLIED BY:
THERMOCOUPLES MFR. MODEL
SELECTOR SWITCH & IND. BY: PURCH. MFR. MONITOR SUPPLIED BY (3.4.7.2)
RESISTANCE TEMP DETECTORS LOCATION ENCLOSURE
RESISTANCE MAT'L OHMS MFR. MODEL
SELECTOR SWITCH & IND. BY: PURCH. MFR. SCALE RGE. ALARM SET at mm
LOCATION-JOURNAL BRG SHTDWN. SET at mm TIME DELAY SEC.
No. EA PAD EVERY OTH PAD PER BRG
OTHER AXIAL POSITION SEE ATTACHED
API-670
LOCATION-THRUST BRG DETECTOR: DATA SHEET
No. EA PAD EVERY OTH PAD PER BRG
OTHER TYPE MODEL
No. (INACT.) MFR No. REQUIRED
EA PAD EVERY OTH PAD PER BRG OSCILLATOR-DEMODULATOR SUPPLIED BY:
OTHER MFR. MODEL
MONITOR SUPPLIED BY (3.4.7.3) MONITOR SUPPLIED BY (3.4.7.2)
LOCATION ENCLOSURE LOCATION ENCLOSURE
MFR. MODEL MFR. MODEL
SCALE RGE. ALARM SET at oC SCALE RGE. ALARM SET at mm
SHTDWN. SET at oC TIME DELAY SEC. SHTDWN. SET at mm TIME DELAY SEC.

CASING CONNECTIONS
DESIGN SIZE FACING POSITION FLANGED MATING GAS
CONNECTION APPROVAL (2.4.2.1) OR FLG & GASK. VELOCITY
REQ'D STUDDED BY VENDOR m/sec.
(2.11.2.11) 0 (2.4.2.1) (2.4.2.3)
INLET
DISCHARGE

SHEET No. 4 of 6
ENG. BY: EQUIP. No.
PRINCIPAL: REQ. No.
EM/012-06-024 Drawing No. UC-26695

Figure 4 Data/Requisition Sheet: Centrifugal Compressor (Sheet 4 of 6)

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DATA / REQUISITION SHEET JOB No:

CENTRIFUGAL COMPRESSOR
OTHER CONNECTIONS SERVICES ALLOWABLE PIPING
No. SIZE TYPE FORCES AND MOMENTS
LUB OIL INLET INLET DISCHARGE
LUB OIL OUTLET FORCE MOMT FORCE MOMT FORCE MOMT
SEAL OIL INLET N N/m N N/m N N/m
SEAL OIL OUTLET AXIAL
CASING DRAINS VERTICAL
STAGE DRAINS HORIZ. 90o
VENTS FORCE MOMT FORCE MOMT FORCE MOMT
COOLING WATER N N/m N N/m N N/m
PRESSURE AXIAL
TEMPERATURE VERTICAL
PURGE: HORIZ. 90o
BRG. HOUSING
BTWN BRG & SEAL ACCELEROMETER (3.4.7.4)
BTWN SEAL & GAS SEE ATTACHED API-678 DATA SHEET
SOLVENT INJECTION TYPE MODEL
MFR No. REQUIRED
LOCATION
INDIVIDUAL STAGE DRAINS REQUIRED (2.4.3.2) OSCILLATOR-DEMODULATOR SUPPLIED BY:
VALVED & BLINDED MFR. MODEL
VALVED & BLINDED & MANIFOLD MONITOR SUPPLIED BY (3.4.7.4)
LOCATION No. REQUIRED
MFR MODEL
SCALE RANGE.
ALARM SET at mm/sec 2
SHTDWN. SET at mm/sec 2
TIME DELAY sec

ACCESSORIES
COUPLINGS AND GUARDS
NOTE: SEE ROTATING ELEMENTS - SHAFT ENDS
SEE ATTACHED API-671 DATA SHEET SEE ATTACHED SHELL DATA SHEET
COUPLING FURNISHED BY
MANUFACTURER TYPE MODEL
COUPLING GUARD FURNISHED BY:
TYPE: FULLY ENCLOSED SEMI-OPEN OTHER
COUPLING DETAILS:
MAX. O.D. mm VENDOR MOUNT HALF COUPLING
HUB WEIGHT kg IDLING ADAPTER/SOLO PLATE REQ. (3.2.4)
SPACER LENGTH mm LUBRICATION REQUIREMENTS:
SPACER WEIGHT kg NON LUB. GREASE
CONT. OIL LUB. OTHER
QUALITY PER HUB kg OR m 3 /h
MOUNTING PLATES
BASEPLATES: FURNISHED BY (3.3.1.1) SOLEPLATES: FURNISHED BY:
COMPRESSOR ONLY (3.3.2.8) DRIVER GEAR THICKNESS
OTHER SUBSOLE PLATES REQ. (3.3.3.2)
DRIP TRIM LEVELING PADS (3.3.2.2) LEVELING (CHOCK) BLOCKS REQ.
COLUMN MOUNTING (3.3.2.5) STAINLESS STEEL SHIM THICKNESS
SUB-SOLE PLATES REQ. (3.3.1.2.5) DRIVER GEAR COMPRESSOR
STAINLESS STEEL SHIM THICKNESS mm PRIMER FOR EPOXY GROUT REQ. (3.3.1.2.10)
PRIMER FOR EPOXY GROUT REQ. (3.3.1.2.10) TYPE
TYPE
SEE ES/179
SHEET No. 5 of 6
ENG. BY: EQUIP. No.
PRINCIPAL: REQ. No.
EM/012-06-024 Drawing No. UC-26696

Figure 5 Data/Requisition Sheet: Centrifugal Compressor (Sheet 5 of 6)

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DATA / REQUISITION SHEET JOB No:

CENTRIFUGAL COMPRESSOR
UTILITIES
UTILITY CONDITIONS TOTAL UTILITY CONSUMPTION
STEAM DRIVERS HEATING COOLING WATER m 3 /h
INLET MIN bar(g) oC oCbar(g) STEAM NORMAL kg/h
NORM bar(g) oC oCbar(g) STEAM MAX kg/h
MAX bar(g) oC oCbar(g) INSTRUMENT AIR mm 3 /h
EXHAUST MIN bar(g) oC oCbar(g) HP (DRIVER) kW
NORM bar(g) oC oCbar(g) HP (AUXILIARIES) kW
MAX bar(g) oC oCbar(g) HEATERS kW
ELECTRICITY(3.4.6.1) PURGE (AIR OR 2N ) mm 3 /h
DRIVERS HEATING CONTROL SHUTDOWN
MISCELLANEOUS
VOLTAGE

EN
RECOMMENDED STRAIGHT RUN OF PIPE DIAMETERS
HERTZ BEFORE SUCTION
PHASE VENDOR'S REVIEW & COMMENTS ON PURCHASER'S
COOLING WATER PIPING & FOUNDATION (2.1.13)
TEMP. INLET oC MAX RETURN oC COMPRESSOR TO BE SUITABLE FOR FIELD RUN IN
PRESS. NORM bar(g) DESIGN bar(g) ON AIR (2.1.16)
MIN RETURN bar(g) MAX ALLOW P bar PROVISION FOR LIQUID INJECTION (2.1.10)
WATER SOURCE
VENDOR'S REVIEW & COMMENTS ON PURCHASER'S
INSTRUMENT AIR
MAX PRESS. bar(g)
IM
MIN PRESS. bar(g)
CONTROL SYSTEMS (3.4.1.1)
EXTENT OF PROC. PIPING BY VENDOR (3.5.3.1)
SHOP FITUP OF VENDOR PROCESS PIPING (4.4.3.11)
SHOP INSPECTION AND TESTS WELDING HARDNESS TESTING (4.2.7)
SEE ATTACHED SCHEDULE FOR ESSENTIAL TESTS
AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT MOTORS EXPLOSION PROOF
AND INSPECTIONS REQ'D WITNESSED OBSERVED (3.1.8)
SHOP INSPECTION
C
CLEANLINESS (4.2.6)
QC PROGRAM REVIEW (4.2.8)
WEIGHTS (kg)
HYDROSTATIC COMPR. GEAR DRIVER BASE
IMPELLER OVERSPEED ROTORS: COMPR. DRIVER GEAR
E

MECHANICAL RUN COMPR. UPPER CASE

CONTRACT IDLING SOUR SEAL OIL TRAPS
COUPLING ADAPTER(S) LO. CONSOLE SO. CONSOLE
CONTRACT SHOP OVERHEAD SEAL OIL TANKS
SP

PROBES PROBES
MAX FOR MAINTENANCE (IDENTIFY)
VARY LUB & SEAL OIL PRESS.
AND TEMP'S (4.3.4.2.5) TOTAL SHIPPING WEIGHT
POLAR FORM VIB. DATA (4.3.4.3.3)
TAPE RECORD VIB. DATA (4.3.4.3.5)
TAPE DATA TO PURCHASER SPACE REQUIREMENTS (m)
(4.3.4.3.7) COMPLETE UNIT: L W H
SHAFT END SEAL INSP. (4.3.4.4.1) LO. CONSOLE L W H
GAS LEAK TEST DISCH PRESS. SO. CONSOLE L W H
(4.3.5.2) SOUR SEAL OIL TRAPS
BEFORE AFTER MECH RUN OVERHEAD SEAL OIL TANKS
PERF. TEST (GAS)(AIR) (4.3.6.1)
COMPLETE UNIT TEST (4.3.6.2) REMARKS:
TORSIONAL VIB. MEAS. (4.3.6.2)
TANDEM TEST (4.3.6.3)
GEAR TEST (4.3.6.4)
HELIUM LEAK TEST (4.3.6.5)
SOUND LEVEL TEST (4.3.6.6)
FULL LOAD/SPEED/PRESS. TEST
(4.3.6.9)
HYD COUPLING INSP. (4.3.6.10)
CERTIFIED COPIES OF TEST DATA
(5.2.5.2(b))
SHEET No. 6 of 6
ENG. BY: EQUIP. No.
PRINCIPAL: REQ. No.
EM/012-06-024 Drawing No. UC-26697

Figure 6 Data/Requisition Sheet: Centrifugal Compressor (Sheet 6 of 6)

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APPENDIX 3 SPARE PARTS LISTS AND INTERCHANGEABILITY RECORD (SPIR) AND

COMPLETION GUIDE
The SPIR 'Spare Parts List and Interchangeability Record' (SPIR) form consists of a main sheet and a
continuation sheet. Specimen A3-size copies of each of these sheets follow
DEP 70.10.90.81-Gen. Spare Parts List and Interchangeability Record, Sheets 1 to 3.

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MANUFACTURER'SEQUIPMENT REG.
SPARE PARTS LIST AND INTERCHANGEABILITY RECORD
SPIR NUMBER : 30

MODEL OR TYPE OR TAG NO.

MESC GROUP : 31
1 AUTHORISED FOR PURCHASE BY
: 32
MANUFACTURER'S / SUPPLIER'S SPARE PARTS DATA

TOTAL No. OF IDENTICAL PARTS INSTALLED

For explanation of columns
see sheet 3 REQUIRED ON SITE DATE : 33

DESCRIPTION OF PARTS MATERIAL DRAWING No. SUPPLIER OR Spare Parts Spare Parts
SPECIFICATION INCL. POS. No. REMARKS PART NUMBER MESC NUMBER Recommended Recommended
by Manufacturer by:

QUANTITY TO BE ORDERED
2

DELIVERY TIME IN WEEKS

ITEM NUMBER
MANUFACTURER SUPPLIER

NORMAL OPERATION
MANUFACTURER'S

UNIT OF MEASURE

PHYSICAL STOCK
COMMISSIONING

COMMISSIONING
SERIAL No.

CURRENCY
UNIT PRICE
:

:
3

CRITICAL

CRITICAL
NORMAL
INITIAL

INITIAL
DATE
No. OF
4 UNITS
8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17
1
2
3

4
5

6
7

8
NUMBER OF PARTS PER UNIT

10
11

12
5
13

14
15
16

17
18

19
20
21

22
23

24
25
MESC No. EQUIPMENT

NOTES: 36 REMINDER: EQUIPMENT STATUS OF SPIR 34

ORDER REF. No.

MANUFACTURERS TO ATTACH TO THIS FORM

ALL DRAWINGS AND PARTS LISTS MANUFACTURER REVISION
6 SUPPLIER DATE
FOCAL POINT MANUFACTURER/SUPPLIER 35 PROJECT SIGNATURE
INCLUDING PHONE NUMBER
PLANT SHEET No. : of
7 CLASSIFICATION OF EQUIPMENT COMPANY REQUISITION No.:
(illu5580144)

Figure 1 Spare Parts List and Interchangeability Record (Sheet 1 of 3)

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MANUFACTURERS MANUFACTURERS EQUIPMENT REG.

SPIR NUMBER :

OR TAG No. MESC GROUP :

EQUIPMENT :
MODEL OR TYPE

MANUFACTURER:

SUPPLIER :

PROJECT :

PLANT :
SERIAL No.

COMPANY :
NOTES

No. OF
UNITS REMARKS

1 1
2 2
SPARE PARTS LIST AND INTERCHANGEABILITY RECORD

3 3
4 4
5 5
6 6
CONTINUATION SHEET

7 7
8 8
NUMBER OF PARTS PER UNIT

9 9
10 10
11 11
12 12
13 13
14 14
15 15
16 16
17 17
18 18
19 19
20 20
21 21
22 22
23 23
24 24
25 25
STATUS OF SPIR
MESC No. EQUIPMENT
ORDER REF. No.

REVISION
DATE
SIGNATURE
SHEET No. : of
:
REQUISITION No.

(illu5580143)

Figure 2 Spare Parts List and Interchangeability Record (Sheet 2 of 3)

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SPARE PARTS AND INTERCHANGEABILITY RECORD

THE COMPLETION OF THE SPIR FORM(S) BY MANUFACTURER(S)/SUPPLIER(S) Manufacturer's/supplier's final cross-sectional drawings, workshop drawings and real part numbers
may not always be available in the early stage of manufacture.
The SPIR form consists of a main sheet and continuation sheets, format A3. The completed forms shall be distributed This should not delay the completion of the SPIR form and subsequent ordering.
on A3 formats as specified in the Purchase order. The manufacturer/supplier is requested to complete all the
columns, except the bold faced columns of the form as described below.
All information shall be clearly stated in English language.
Column 16 - MESC NUMBER OF SPARE PARTS
If known to be filled in by the manufacturer.

Explanation of column No.s Column 17 - UNIT OF MEASURE

For example: pc = piece, st = set. The build-up of a set shall be explained in column 10.
Column 1 - EQUIPMENT REG. or TAG No.
Enter the equipment registration - or tag number for each piece of equipment as stated in the Column 18 - APPROXIMATE UNIT PRICE
requisition - or purchase order. State the ex works price per piece for each part in the currency shown at the top of the column.

Column 2 - MANUFACTURER'S MODEL or TYPE Column 19 - DELIVERY TIME IN WEEKS

State model, type or other positive identification reference of the equipment/instrument ordered
Column 20 - COMMISSIONING SPARE PARTS RECOMMENDED BY MANUFACTURER
Column 3 - MANUFACTURER'S SERIAL No. Commissioning spare parts are parts required to prepare the euqipment ready for start up.
State serial number or other unique identification reference of the equipment/instrument ordered.
Column 21 - INITIAL SPARE PARTS RECOMMENDED BY MANUFACTURER
Column 4 - No. OF UNITS Initial spare parts are to safeguard the operation of equipment during the running-in and starting-up
Enter total number of pieces of identical equipment/instruments as quoted in columns 1, 2 and 3. periods and the first year of operation.

Column 5 - NUMBER OF PARTS PER UNIT Column 22 - SPARE PARTS FOR NORMAL OPERATION RECOMMENDED BY MANUFACTURER
For each unit or group of identical units, enter in the appropriate space the number of parts fitted in Spare parts for normal operation should adequately cover the requirements of the day to day
each unit of equipment/instrument. maintenance for a period of two years following the initial operation.

Column 6 - MESC NUMBER EQUIPMENT / ORDER REFERENCE No. Column 23 - CRITICAL SPARE PARTS
If known, filled in by manufacturer. Based on manufacturers experience.

Column 7 - CLASSIFICATION OF EQUIPMENT Column 24 - COMMISSIONING SPARE PARTS RECOMMENDED BY SPARE PARTS ADVISOR OF OPCO
v = vital, e = essential, a = auxiliary.
Column 25 - INITIAL SPARE PARTS RECOMMENDED BY SPARE PARTS ADVISOR OF OPCO
Column 8 - TOTAL NUMBER OF IDENTICAL PARTS INSTALLED
Enter the total number of identical parts covered by the equipment specified. In the case of identical Column 26 - SPARE PARTS FOR NORMAL OPERATION RECOMMENDED BY SPARE PARTS ADVISOR OF OPC
units multiply the quantity of column 5 by the number of units given in column 4.
Column 27 - CRITICAL SPARE PARTS
Column 9 - ITEM NUMBER OF PARTS Based on OpCo's experience

Column 10 - DESCRIPTION OF PARTS Column 28 - PHYSICAL STOCK TO BE FILLED IN BY MATERIALS DEPARTMENT OF OPCO
List all parts which should be carried in stock for initial and normal operation including slow-wearing If a part is an existing stock item, the actual stock quantity shall be mentioned.
parts.
If an item is interchangeable between two or more units it should be listed only once (refer to columns Column 29 - QUANTITY TO BE ORDERED TO BE FILLED IN BY MATERIALS DEPARTMENT OF OPCO
14, 15). Taking into account the new established min/max stock levels.

Column 11 - MATERIAL SPECIFICATION Column 30 - SPIR NUMBER

Enter material specification in terms of full International Standards and accepted conventions, not Enter the SPIR registration/filing number.
manufacturer's or sub-manufacturer's reference, including material certificates if required.
Column 31 - MESC GROUP
Column 12 - DRAWING NUMBER (including POS No.'s) Refer coding schedule of the GENERAL INDEX TO MESC.
For each part in column 10, enter the manufacturer's parts list and/or drawing number.
Documents referred to, must always be attached to the SPIR form by the manufacturer or supplier. Column 32 - AUTHORISED FOR PURCHASE
Enter name responsible person.
Column 13 - NAME SUPPLIERS AND/OR REMARKS
Note supplier's name for items shown in column 15. Column 33 - REQUIRED ON SITE DATE
In case the SPIR form is used for purchase enter the required on-site date.
Column 14 - MANUFACTURER'S PART NUMBER
Enter the manufacturer's unique reference number or other information which specifically identifies Column 34 - STATUS/REVISION OF SPIR LIST
each part in the manufacturer's organisation. f = final, p = preliminary. Revisions to be marked as o = original a, b, c etc.

Column 15 - SUPPLIER'S PART NUMBER Column 35 - MANUFACTURER'S FOCAL POINT

Enter the supplier's unique identification number of items from third party manufacturers ("bought-out" Incl. tel. no. to be filled in.
items) such as ball bearings, oil seals, mechanical seals, gaskets, couplings, instruments, electrical
parts, fuses, relays etc. Column 36 - NOTES
Information not covered on previous columns to be filled in here
NOTES FOR14, 15:
In view of the wide variety of systems in use for identification of parts, it is not possible to lay down NOTE: FOR DEFINITIONS ETC. REFER DEP 70.10.90.11 - GEN.
firm rules for completion of these columns. "SPARE PARTS FOR INITIAL AND NORMAL OPERATION".

Manufacturers/suppliers should give whatever identification system they use to positively identify parts
and to show interchangeability with other existing equipment.

(illu5580151)

Figure 3 Spare Parts and Interchangeability Record (Sheet 3 of 3)

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APPENDIX 4 DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS SCHEDULE

DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS SCHEDULE - GAS TURBINES

DOCUMENT APPROVAL BY APPROVAL OR INCLUDE IN
CODE DOCUMENT TITLE PURCHASER'S REVIEW BY TECHNICAL
INSPECTOR PURCHASER MANUAL
(NOTE 1) (NOTE 2) (NOTE 3)

1.
2. D01 CERTIFIED AS BUILT-IN DRAWINGS x (x) YES
3. D03 ARRANGEMENT DRAWINGS showing: x YES
4. -all customer connections
5. -foundation support loads
6. -allowable nozzle loads
7. D04 ASSEMBLY DRAWINGS identifying (x) YES
8. all replaceable parts
9. D11 LUB/SEAL OIL SCHEMATICS x YES
10. E03 TURBINE PERFORMANCE CURVE (x) YES
11.
12.
13. G05 WEIGHT/CENTRE OF MASS DATA SHEET (x)
14. WEIGHT/CENTRE OF MASS DATA SHEET FINAL ISSUE x (x)

15. G06 EQUIPMENT DATA SHEETS (x)

16. EQUIPMENT DATA SHEETS FINAL ISSUE x (x) YES
17. M03 S.P.I.R. (x) YES
18. M09 TECHNICAL MANUAL INITIAL DRAFT x
19. TECHNICAL MANUAL FINAL ISSUE (x)
20. P11 QUALITY CONTROL PLAN (x) x

21. MANUFACTURER'S CERTIFICATES x

22. INSPECTOR'S RELEASE NOTES x (x)
23.
24. TEST REPORTS (x)
25.
26. C09 LATERAL CRITICAL SPEED ANALYSIS (x)

27. C10 TORSIONAL CRITICAL SPEED ANALYSIS (x)

28.
29. C12 AXIAL THRUST CALCULATIONS (x)
30.
31.
32.
33.
34.
35.

x = COMPLETE VERIFICATION/CHECK
(x)= REVIEW ONLY
NOTES:

1. DOCUMENTS CODE TO APPEAR ON EACH DOCUMENT

2. DOCUMENTS REQUIRING APPROVAL OR REVIEW SHALL BE FORWARDED TO THE PURCHASER AT THE ADDRESS SHOWN ON THE DOCUME
TRANSMITTAL SHEET

3. TECHNICAL MANUALS SHALL BE SUBMITTED TO THE PURCHASER

(illu5580145)

Figure 1 Documentation Requirements Schedule - Gas Turbines

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APPENDIX 5 EQUIPMENT NOISE LEVEL DATA SHEET

Design book No. : page

EQUIPMENT NOISE LEVEL DATA SHEET Contr. Job No. :
Order No. :

NOISE LIMITS NOT TO BE EXCEEDED:

The noise generated by the equipment shall not exceed the more stringent of the noise limits given in the table below,
for any of the conditions of operation, for which the equipment may normally be expected to be used.

Octave band centre frequencies Hz REMARKS:

TABLE 1 dB(A)
63 125 250 500 1k 2k 4k 8k
Maximum sound pressure level, dB re 20 Pa at any OR
location 1m from equipment surface
Maximum sound power level, dB re 1pW (total
noise emitted by equipment)

If the equipment emits impulsive or narrow band noise reduce above limits by 5dB.
INFORMATION TO BE SUBMITTED WITH THE TENDER.
a. Expected sound pressure and sound power levels of the equipment with no special silencing or sound attenuation
measures applied. The position of the maximum shall be defined. See Table 2.
b. Expected sound pressure and sound power levels after the application of silencing and/or sound attenuation
measures. These levels shall not be greater than those specified above. See Table 2.
c. Details of all silencing/sound attenuation measures required to achieve the expected levels in 'b', including the
effect on cost, performance and programme, if any.
d. Sound pressure and sound power levels which the Vendor is prepared to guarantee after the application of
silencing/sound attenuation measures as described in 'c'. See Table 2.
e. Details of the basis for noise data, eg. measurement on actu al/similar equipment, calculation, extrapolation, etc.
f. Details of any characteristic noise components such as narrow band or impulsive noise.
g. Completed data/requisition sheets of any silencers and/or acoustic enclosures.
Narrow Impulsive
Octave band centre frequencies Hz band band Silencing
TABLE 2 Condition noise noise measures
state state taken
63 125 250 500 1k 2k 4k 8k dB(A) yes or no yes or no
Maximum sound Unsilenced
pressure level dB re
20 Pa at 1m distance Silenced
from equipment
surface Guarantee
Unsilenced
Sound power level
dB re 1pW Silenced

Guarantee

REMARKS:

Made by Date Equipment : Rev

letter
Checked by Date Plant : Date
Sign.
Appr. by Date Consignee :
Sheet No. of
Eng. by: Equip. No.
Principal: Req. No.
Drawing No. 45959 EM/012-06-001 Rev. 0 06/87 (illu5580146)

Figure 2 Equipment Noise Level Data Sheet

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APPENDIX 6 SCHEDULE OF ESSENTIAL TESTS AND INSPECTIONS FOR CENTRIFUGAL COMPRESSORS

1 SCHEDULE OF ESSENTIAL Project: Item: Item/Tag No:

2 TESTS AND INSPECTIONS FOR Manufacturer: Manufacturer's Ref. No:
3 CENTRIFUGAL COMPRESSORS
4 Description Execution of Test/Inspection Certificate/Test Curve/Report Comments
5 By Witnessed By By Reviewed By In Manual
6 Hydrostatic Pressure Test Vendor Inspector Vendor - Yes
7 Performance Test Vendor Inspector & Purchaser Vendor - Yes
8 Mechanical Running Test Vendor Inspector & Purchaser Vendor - Yes
9 Complete Unit Test (1) Vendor Inspector & Purchaser Vendor - Yes
10 Full Pressure / Full Load Test Vendor Inspector & Purchaser Vendor - Yes
11 Function Test Vendor Inspector & Purchaser Vendor - No
12
13 Material Test for Casing Vendor - Vendor Inspector No
14 Shaft or Sub- or Sub-
15 Impellers Vendor Vendor
16
17 Certificate of Final issue of
18 Compliance for Casing - - Vendor Inspector No Data Sheets
19 Shaft will signify
20 Impellers compliance
21
22 Final Dynamic Balancing of Rotor Vendor Inspector Vendor Purchaser Yes
23 Shell Inspection
24 Dimensional Check of Vendor Inspector - - No Release Note will
25 Purchaser Interfaces signify compliance
26
27 Final Weight Check Vendor Inspector Vendor Purchaser Yes
28 Shell Inspection
29 Check of Preservation Inspector - - - No Release Note will
30 signify compliance
31
32 Dry Gas Seal Test Seal Inspector Seal Vendor and Yes
33 (in seal maker's works) Vendor Vendor Purchaser
34
35 Post-test Inspection of Coupling Fit Inspector - - - No
36
37
38 Notes: (1) When specified Revision 0 1 2 3 4
39 By
40 Date

Figure 3 Schedule of Essential Tests and Inspections for Centrifugal Compressors

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APPENDIX 7 QUALITY CONTROL PLAN

....ENT: SHELL U.K. EXPLORATION AND PRODUCTION CONTRACT NO, C

PROJECT: ...........................PROJECT CONTRACT NO, 40
SUBJECT NO. 5.0 SUBJECT: MODULE DMI PIPEWORK FABRICATION (ALL MATERIALS) PAGE.....OF.....
Q.C. 5 6 INSPECTION/QC SURVEILLANCE REQUIREMENT 7
ITEM PROCESS QUALITY CONTROL PROC. ACCEPTANCE VERIFYING BY SUB- BY SHELL CERTIFYING REMARKS
NO. DESCRIPTION ACTIVITY REF. CRITERIA DOCUMENT CONTRACTOR CONTRACTOR EXPRO AUTHORITY
7.1 7.2 7.3 7.4 7.5

5.21 REPAIR WELDING (IF MONITOR DEFECT WELD SHELL REPAIR NOTICE
NECESSARY). REMOVAL CHECK PROC. SPECIFICATION DEFECT SKETCH
CONSUMABLES NO. GN.I.GEN. NDT REPORT
PREHEAT WELDING GENOO.
PARAMETERS SG.99004.00.
SECTION 8.4
ANSI B31.3

5.22 AFTER REPAIR

ACTIONS 5.18
AS PER 5.19
5.20

5.23 FINAL INSPECTION CHECK ALL QAP 8/3 ALL NOT NDT REPORTS
INSPECTIONS AND CLEARED SPOOL SKETCH
NOT COMPLETED ON SATISFACTORILY QAF 6/1/1
SPOOL, ALL OPENINGS AS PER ALL ITEM
SEALED, SPOOL CODE NUMBERS
NUMBER APPLIED ON RECORDED ON
S/ST. TAG SECURELY SKETCH AND
ATTACHED. SIGN CHECKED
COMPLETED SPOOL AGAINST
SKETCH AND OBTAIN ALLOCATED
SHELL AND CA MATERIALS
ACCEPTANCE.
TRANSMIT
CERTIFICATION
PACKAGE TO QA
DEPARTMENT

5.24 SHOT BLASTING AND CHECK FOR QAP SHELL DAILY

PAINT OF SPOOLS CONTAMINATION OF 8/11 & SPECIFICATION INSPECTION
IF REQUIRED GRIT AND AIR E.G. SUB NO. ES 011 REPORTS
OIL/GREASE RECORD CONT. SECTION 2.2
ENVIRONMENT PROC. 2.4
CONDITIONS. CHECK 2.5
BLAST PROFILES.
CHECK AND RECORD APPLICABLE BATCH
PAINT BATCH APPENDIX CERTIFICATES
NUMBERS. CHECK STAGE
EACH COATING INSPECTION
THICKNESS. ENSURE CERTIFICATES
WELD PREPS MASKED

(illu5580152)

Figure 4 Quality Control Plan

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7.1 Guidance Notes for Completion

Quality Control Plans shall include:
(1) A short description of the process/activity, the associated quality control activity and the
procedure to be used to control the process.
(2) The acceptance criteria for the process/activity by indicating the actual values or referencing
contract specifications, codes, standards or procedures where the values are stated.
(3) The verifying records to be retained and/or certification to be provided of satisfactory activity
completion and its compliance with requirements. The VDRS codes should be referenced as
applicable.
(4) The level of inspection/testing, witnessing and quality surveillance to be carried out for each
activity by subcontractor, vendor, purchaser and certifying/inspection authorities. Witness/Hold
points should be indicated.

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APPENDIX 8 APPROXIMATE RULES FOR GAS PROPERTY VARIATIONS

In order to predict the performance of the compressor on gas of molecular weight 5% higher and 5% lower than
the 'rated' gas, as required by Performance Prediction, the following rules may be used to determine the
appropriate corresponding variations in the ratio of specific heats (k) and the compressibility factor (z).
The Vendor may use alternative methods or correlations to determine the corresponding variations in 'k' and 'z'
but, in such a case, he shall describe these alternative methods or correlations in his proposal.
Ratio of Specific Heats 'k'
An increase in mean molecular weight by 1.0 shall be assumed to result in a reduction in the value of 'k' by 0.01.
Similarly, a decrease in mean molecular weight by 1.0 shall be assumed to result in an increase in the value of
'k' by 0.01.
The effect of changes in mean molecular weight greater than or less than 1.0 shall be calculated assuming a
linear relationship.
Compressibility Factor 'Z'
At a temperature of 50°C:
• An increase in mean molecular weight by 1.0 shall be assumed to result in a decrease in the
compressibility factor 'z' by 0.027.
• Similarly, a decrease in mean molecular weight by 1.0 shall be assumed to result in an increase in the
compressibility factor 'z' by 0.027.
At a temperature of 100°C:
• An increase in mean molecular weight by 1.0 shall be assumed to result in a decrease in the
compressibility factor 'z' by 0.019.
• Similarly, a decrease in mean molecular weight by 1.0 shall be assumed to result in an increase in the
compressibility factor 'z' by 0.019.
At other temperatures, the correction factors shall be obtained by interpolation or extrapolation from the above
values, assuming a linear relationship with temperature.
The effect of changes in mean molecular weight less than or greater than 1.0 shall be calculated assuming a
linear relationship.

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APPENDIX 9 ILLUSTRATIONS
Figure 1 Equipment Nozzle Protection Plate - Flanges
Figure 2 Equipment Nozzle Protection Plate for Studded Opening

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Nozzle protection Rubber gasket

plate (Note 1) (Note 2) NOTES:

1. Protection plate to be of carbon steel plate of the following

thickness:
Backing plate
(Note 3) Opening Thickness
20" NB 6.0mm
20" NB 10.0mm

2. Rubber gasket to be 3.0mm thick (relaxed).

Piping spool Equipment nozzle 3. Backing plate to be of carbon steel plate. Minimum thickness:
10.0mm. Backing plate to be split on centreline.

4. Holes to be oversized to allow for misalignment of protection

plate. Positions of holes shown are typical only.

5. Straight distance between adjacent fixing holes shall not exceed

Nyloc nut and 380mm. There shall be adequate clearance between fixing bolt
plain washer heads and piping spool flange OD.

A minimum of 4 fixing holes shall be used with the actual number

depending on the size of the opening.
5-10mm 6. Vendor to submit, for purchaser approval, proposed equipment
nozzle protection method for vessels and casings pressurised
with nitrogen.

Holes for main

flange stud bolts Holes for protection
plate fixing bolts ASSEMBLY NOTES:
(Note 4)
(Note 5)
Closure to be water and airtight. Ensure that plate is not bent
or distorted during tightening.

INSTALLATION OF PIPING SPOOLS

Protection plate Piping/spools shall preferably be fitted on site with the protection
plate in position. The plate shall then be removed immediately
prior to final installation/commissioning of piping.

Removal of protection plates on vessels and casings pressurised

Backing plate: with nitrogen shall preferably be witnessed by the vendor's
split on representative. The facings of piping/spools shall be protected
centreline with Shell Ensis Fluid SDC.
Distance
between NOTE:
adjacent CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN WITH THE REMOVAL AND HANDLING
fixing holes OF PLATES, ESPECIALLY FOR NOZZLES GREATER THAN 18" NB.

Drawing No. UC-26494

Figure 1 Equipment Nozzle Protection Plate - Flanges

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50mm

CORROSION
RESISTANT TAG FABRICATION
1. Protection plate to be carbon steel plate
of the following thickness:
OPENING THICKNESS
THICKNESS OF NUT
TO BE 6.0mm MAX. 20" NB 6.0mm
20" NB 10.0mm
100mm

2. Thickness of full face rubber gasket

to be 3.0mm

3. The minimum number of hold-down

PIPING SPOOL studs shall be 4 such that the
straight distance between studs
does not exceed 380mm.
EQUIPMENT NOZZLE
FLANGE PCD
ASSEMBLY
a. Closure to be water and airtight.
E Ensure that plate is not bent or
F L ANG distorted during tightening.
OF
O/D
b. Spot weld nut to stud after assembly.

c. Protection plates for nozzles on vessels

or casings pressurised with nitrogen
RUBBER GASKET shall be secured with studs in all
(SEE NOTE 2) the nozzle holes.

INSTALLATION
- If possible, piping shall be fitted with
the protection plate in position.
EQUIPMENT BODY
(WHEN FLAT FACED) - Protection plates shall preferably be
SPOT WELD removed immediately prior to final
(SEE NOTE b) piping assembly. Removal of plates on
vessels and casings pressurised with
DISTANCE BETWEEN ADJACENT
nitrogen shall be witnessed by
HOLD-DOWN STUDS
vendor's representative.
(SEE NOTE 3 AND c.) EQUIPMENT BODY
HOLES SHOWN OUT OF POSITION (WHEN RAISED FACE)

Drawing No. UC-27326

Figure 2 Equipment Nozzle Protection Plate for Studded Openings

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