Multipath Ultrasonic Gas Flow Meter

Flow Calibration Procedure

Procedure Manual

PRD-0000022557 / Rev. 00G / FL / nb / October 2009 MNKS013 0.1 (10/09)

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History
Revision Date Editor ECN Status Description
Rev. 01 / B 31.01.2008 xx 20143 released Take over from KOS SAP System

Rev. 00C April 2008 NB 20207 released New Logo

Technical description of Force
Rev. 00D September 2008 IC 20384 released calibration Facility.

00E February 2009 Thk 20512 Released New first and last page

Rev. F October 2009 FRL 20756 released Test set up modified

Rev. G October 2009 NB 20767 released Average flow deviation delete

Important
All information and technical specifications in this documentation have been carefully checked
and compiled by the author. However, we cannot completely exclude the possibility of errors.
Smith Meter GmbH is always grateful to be informed of any errors.
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TABLE OF CONTENT
1. INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................... 4
1.1. Equipment Required ........................................................................... 4
1.2. References........................................................................................... 5
1.3. Warnings.............................................................................................. 5
1.4. Abbreviations ...................................................................................... 5
1.5. Responsibility ..................................................................................... 6
2. TEST SET-UP ......................................................................................... 8
2.1. In-House Testing ................................................................................. 8
2.2. Installation Arrangement .................................................................... 8
3. HARDWARE INSPECTION AND INSTALLATION............................... 10
4. INITIAL CHECKING .............................................................................. 12
5. FLOW TEST .......................................................................................... 14
5.1. Flow Test Description ....................................................................... 14
5.2. Flow Ranges ...................................................................................... 15
5.3. Flow Test Documentation ................................................................ 15
5.4. Post-Test Procedure ......................................................................... 15
6. ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA .................................................................... 16
6.1. Acceptance Criteria for the MPU (according to AGA–9)................ 16
6.1.1. Accuracy .................................................................................. 16
6.1.2. Repeatability – AGA 9 .............................................................. 17
6.1.3. Linearity - AGA9 ....................................................................... 17
6.1.4. Velocity of Sound - AGA9......................................................... 18
6.2. Acceptance Criteria for the MPU (according to NPD) .................... 19
6.2.1. Accuracy - NPD ........................................................................ 19
6.2.2. Repeatability - NPD .................................................................. 19
6.2.3. Linearity - NPD ......................................................................... 20
6.2.4. Uncertainty limit for the MPU - NPD ......................................... 20
7. PROJECT SPECIFIC INFORMATION .................................................. 21
7.1. Project Data ....................................................................................... 21
7.2. Meter Data.......................................................................................... 21
7.3. Calibration Data ................................................................................ 22
7.4. Flow Test Points ............................................................................... 23
7.5. Additional Equipment Data .............................................................. 24
8. FLOW TEST EVALUATION .................................................................. 25
9. CONCLUSION ...................................................................................... 27
10. APPENDIX ............................................................................................ 28

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1. INTRODUCTION
This document describes the flow test procedure of the MPU Series B ultrasonic
gas flow meter.
The ability of the meter to measure the correct gas flow rate, is the functional
characteristic to be tested.
There are limitations at the flow test facility regarding pressure and temperature
variations. The conditions at the test facility may differ from the operational
conditions, but the meter is zero-calibrated for both the test conditions and the
operating conditions.
The flow test result will be presented in a flow calibration certificate for each
meter, issued by the flow test facility. The deviation between the measured gas
volume flow and the reference measurement shall be within the required limits. If
not, further investigation is needed.

1.1. Equipment Required

· An MPU ultrasonic gas flow meter with zero-calibrated transducers.

· If applicable; required upstream and downstream spools and/or Adapter
Spools.
· If applicable; flow conditioner
· Required gaskets, bolts and nuts.
· Cables and interface converters to be used between the meter and the
safe area.
· PC or laptop for logging of trendlog data, checking of signal quality,
and calculation of correction factors.
· Spare parts for the meters:
Ø Electronic boards
Ø Transducers
Ø Transducer cables
· Tools to open the electronic box and to change the transducers.

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1.2. References

The following documents are referred to within this Test Procedure:

1 NPD-regulations Regulations for fiscal measurement of oil and

gas.

2 NPD-regulations Regulations relating to measurement of

petroleum for fiscal purposes and for
calculation of CO2-tax (Måleforskriften / The
measurement regulations). 1 November 2001.

3 NORSOK Fiscal Measurement systems for hydrocarbon

standard, I-104 gas, Rev. 3, November 2005.

4 A.G.A. Report No. Measurement of Gas by Multipath Ultrasonic

9 Second Edition Meters
April 2007

5 PRD-0000022555 Function Test Procedure, MPU Series B

6 PRD-0000022541 Product Identification, MPU Series B

7 USM-0000020565 User Manual, MPU Series B

1.3. Warnings

Warning, gas under pressure!

Never attempt to disconnect or connect a pressurized connection.
Never apply power to the meter without permission from the test site
operator.

1.4. Abbreviations

Abbreviation Description

AGA American Gas Association

FAT Factory Acceptance Test

HES Health, Environment and Safety

MPU MultiPath Ultrasonic

NPD Norwegian Petroleum Directorate

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Abbreviation Description

PC Personal Computer

STDEV Standard Deviation

VOS Velocity Of Sound

1.5. Responsibility

The FMC representative is the test coordinator. The FMC representative

will cooperate with the appointed test site operator and the Contractor in
order to perform the flow test.

NOTE: FMC is not liable for availability of gas flow or problems at the
test site on the day of the calibration.
If deviations from this procedure are required, this must be agreed upon first
between the Contractor and FMC, second between the test site and FMC.
All work is performed in accordance with relevant Health, Environment and
Safety (HES) regulations. Relevant parts of FMC Kongsberg Metering HES
manual and pressure test manual will be followed. FMC is responsible for
all equipment delivered by FMC Kongsberg Metering, regarding both high
pressure and hazardous area related aspects.
The test site is responsible for their part of the test loop, regarding both high
pressure and hazardous area related aspects. The test site is responsible for
checking for gas leakage on all equipment, and to permit power to be
switched on.

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2. TEST SET-UP

2.1. In-House Testing

In-house testing is performed prior to the flow test (FAT) according to

PRD-0000022555 “Function Test Procedure, MPU Series B” [5].
 Zero calibration is performed to determine transducer delays and t-
corrections.
 Inner diameter and path lengths are accurately measured.
 Zero flow and velocity of sound is verified either with pressurized
Nitrogen or air after flow meter parameter configuration.

2.2. Installation Arrangement

A general installation arrangement is sketched below. The item numbers

refer to table in chapter 7.5.

Pressure Transmitter (Alt. 1) 7a

Electronics Enclosure Pressure Transmitter (Alt.2) 7b
Optional Flow
Conditioner Temperature Transmitter 8
6 Upstream Spool

G as F low G as F low
M PU
4 2 1 3 5

Optional Upstream Flange Connection Downstream Optional Downstream

Adapter Spool Spool Adapter Spool

Figure 1 Installation Arrangement

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The Figure 2 below shows a typical block diagram of the test set-up for one
MPU. Pressure and temperature readings will be done both at the location of
the reference meter and at the location of the MPU. Flow measurements
from the reference meter and of the MPU will be recorded simultaneously
and compared to calculate the deviations.

Reference
Measurement
Computer
Optional:
Pulse input from MPU PC with MPU
or WinScreen
RS485 input from MPU Ethernet/RS 485

Flow
Pressure
Temperature
Test Site
Control Room

Electronics Alt.1
P
Alt.2 Flow Control
Site Inlet P T T P Valve Site Outlet
Reference MPU Meter Downstream
Meter Spool
Gas Flow Gas Flow

Figure 2 Block diagram of the test set-up

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3. HARDWARE INSPECTION AND INSTALLATION

A. Check that there is no damage on the meter or piping from transportation.
If this is the case, FMC Kongsberg must be notified immediately, and the
damage must be documented and photographed.
B. Check that pressure test certificates are available for the MPU and up- and
downstream piping.
C. Check the inner diameters at each end of the spools upstream and downstream
of the MPU. Note the results in the table in Chapter 7.5.
D. Install the MPU with corresponding pipes and, if applicable, flow straightener
mechanically. The installation must be done in accordance with general
procedures for the task.
E. Install the cables between the meter and the control room in safe area and
connect all wires.
F. Check that the junction boxes are properly closed to prevent water intrusion.
G. Check that reference instrumentation is properly installed.
H. Place the PC for logging the MPU measurements in-house in safe area.
I. Do not switch power on until cable installation and safety grounding is verified
and allowance is given by the test site operator.

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4. INITIAL CHECKING
The initial checking is done for the MPU and must be performed by competent and
qualified personnel.

A. Verify cable installation and protective grounding.

B. Before applying power to the pulse loop, check that the current through the
pulse loop is limited by a resistor or internal circuitry in the reference system or
flow computer. If in doubt, unplug the pulse output cable on the meter and
measure the current through the loop with a multi-meter. If the current is higher
than 10 mA, a resistor needs to be inserted in the loop (5kOhm). A high current
through the pulse output will cause permanent damage to the UDSP board.
C. Switch the power on.
D. Establish contact with the PC and start the WinScreen-program. Check the
signals for all paths.
E. Perform flow system tests to verify that the MPU is working satisfactory.

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5. FLOW TEST

5.1. Flow Test Description

Project specific details for this flow test are given in Section 0.
The flow meter shall be flow calibrated at an accredited gas flow calibration
facility (See list of various facilities in Appendix 1).
The test below is performed for a predefined set of flow velocities
Each run has a fixed duration (typically 100 seconds), and the same nominal
flow rate will be repeated a number of times (typically 3 to 5 times).

The flow calibration is done by the calibration facility based on the flow rate
from the pulse/frequency output of the meter. The average flow rate from
the MPU is compared with the reference measurements converted to the
same conditions (Pressure/Temperatue) as the MPU. At each run at each
flow rate the error is found (in %).
During the complete flow calibration, the Winscreen shall be logging data
from the MPU in a trendlog file. This file contains flow rate, flow velocity
VOS, path velocities, path VOS, signal gains, signal percentages, signal to
noise levels and all alarms that is flagged during the calibration. The content
of the file should be checked to ensure that the MPU was measuring without
any errors or faults during the calibration.
VOS should be checked at least at one flow rate against theoretical VOS
calculated from gas composition. This is typically done at about 0.5Qmax-
test. AGA 10 should be used to calculate the theoretical VOS.
After all calibration points have been completed, the calibration factor(s)
should be calculated and put into the meter.
Then at least one verification point should be taken. Normally this point is
taken at about 0.5QMax. AGA9 require two verification points if a
linearization algorithm is used (Ax+B or multipoint.)
The test will result in an official flow calibration certificate for each meter,
issued by the test site.

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5.2. Flow Ranges

Size 6 – 16 inch 18 – 30 inch 32 – 52 inch

Flow m/s ft/s m/s ft/s m/s ft/s
Qmin-spec 0.4 1.3 0.3 1.0 0.2 0.7
Qmax-spec 30 98 26 82 20 60
Qt 3 9.8 2.6 8.2 2.0 6.0

NOTE: Qmax-test: This is a value that is according to customer requirements,

which is limited to
Qmax-spec.( Qmax-test £ Qmax-spec )

Qmin-test: This is a value that is according to customer requirements,

which is limited to
Qmin-spec.( Qmin-test ³ Qmin-spec )

5.3. Flow Test Documentation

· This test procedure completed with results.
· Calibration certificates from the test site.
· Print-out of database values – verified by FMC / Contractor.

5.4. Post-Test Procedure

A. Dismount the test equipment.

B. Prepare the MPU for delivery by preserving and packing the MPU, in
accordance with USM-0000020565 “User Manual, MPU Series B” [7].

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6. ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA

6.1. Acceptance Criteria for the MPU (according to AGA–9)

6.1.1. Accuracy

· The accuracy before flow calibration shall be according to “Large

Meter Accuracy” or “Small Meter Accuracy” as stated below. The
uncertainty of the reference measurement of the volume flow must be
taken into account when evaluating this point.
· The uncertainty of the reference measurement will be documented in
the calibration certificates.
· The average error on each flow rate is used to calculate the accuracy.

Large Meter Accuracy Requirements

NOTE: UMs of 12” (nominal) diameter size and larger shall meet
the following flow-measurement accuracy requirements,
prior to making any calibration-factor adjustment.

Maximum Error: ±0.7% for Qt £ Qi £ Qmax-test

( Ref AGA 9, Ch. 5.1) ±1.4% for Qmin-test £ Qi £ Qt

where
Qt <= 0.1Qmax-spec*

* Ref. definition of Qmax-spec in section Fehler! Verweisquelle konnte nicht gefunden

werden..

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Small Meter Accuracy Requirements

UMs less than 12” (nominal) diameter shall meet the following flow-
measurement accuracy requirements, prior to making any calibration-
factor adjustment.

Maximum Error: ±1.0% for Qt £ Qi £ Qmax-test

( Ref AGA 9, Ch. 5.1 [3]) ±1.4% for Qmin-test £ Qi £ Qt

where
Qt <= 0.1Qmax-spec*
* Ref. definition of Qmax-spec in section Fehler! Verweisquelle konnte nicht gefunden
werden..

6.1.2. Repeatability – AGA 9

· Less than ±0,2 % for Qt £ Qi £ Qmax-test.

· Less than ±0,4 % for Qmin-test £ Qi £ Qt.
The repeatability shall correspond to the 95% confidence interval
(alpha = 0.05) of the mean of the deviations for each flow rate based on
the assumption that the deviations are normally distributed.
The repeatability for each flow velocity is calculated the following way:
s
Repeatability = ± 1.96 *
n
where 1.96 is the area under the standard normal curve
that equals (1 - alpha), or 95%.
s is the standard deviation of the flow deviations
n is the number of repetitions

The standard deviation calculation method used is the one that estimates
values based on a sample of the population.

Standard deviation =
nå x 2 - (å x ) 2

n(n - 1)

6.1.3. Linearity - AGA9

The linearity is found by calculating the average flow deviation in

percent for each flow rate, picking the maximum and the minimum value
of these and calculate the difference between them. This is called the
peak-to-peak error.

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The calculation of repeatability and linearity will be performed by

putting the recorded flow data with reference measurements and flow
deviations into a prepared Excel-file.

Large Meter Linearity Requirements

NOTE: UMs of 12” (nominal) diameter size and larger shall meet
the following linearity requirements, prior to making any
calibration-factor adjustment.

Maximum Peak-to-Peak Error: ±0.7% for Qt £ Qi £ Qmax-test

( Ref AGA 9, Ch. 5.1) ±1.4% for Qmin-test £ Qi £ Qt

where
Qt <= 0.1Qmax-spec*

* Ref. definition of Qmax-spec in section Fehler! Verweisquelle konnte nicht gefunden

werden..

Small Meter Linearity Requirements

UMs less than 12” (nominal) diameter shall meet the following linearity
requirements, prior to making any calibration-factor adjustment.

Maximum Peak-to-Peak Error: ±1.0% for Qt £ Qi £ Qmax-test

( Ref AGA 9, Ch. 5.1 [3]) ±1.4% for Qmin-test £ Qi £ Qt

where
Qt <= 0.1Qmax-spec*

* Ref. definition of Qmax-spec in section Fehler! Verweisquelle konnte nicht gefunden

werden..

6.1.4. Velocity of Sound - AGA9

The MPU shall be able to measure the velocity of sound (VOS) with a
variation between the paths of maximum 0.5 m/s (band). The average
measured velocity of sound shall not deviate from externally calculated
velocity of sound with more than 0.2%, provided sufficient accuracy of
the externally calculated velocity of sound. This verifies that the
measured travel times of the acoustic signals are correct. The accuracy of
the reference measurement of the VOS and possible temperature
variations within the pipe must be taken into account when evaluating
this point.

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6.2. Acceptance Criteria for the MPU (according to NPD)

6.2.1. Accuracy - NPD

· The accuracy before flow calibration shall be within 1.5% for

velocities above 1.5m/s. The uncertainty of the reference measurement
of the volume flow must be taken into account when evaluating this
point.
· According to the NPD requirements the deviation from the reference
shall be < +/- 0.5% for velocities above 0.05 Qmax-spec* with flow
calibration factors implemented.
· The uncertainty of the reference measurement will be documented in
the calibration certificates.

6.2.2. Repeatability - NPD

The repeatability shall be better than ±0.2%.
The limit for repeatability is according to the NORSOK standard, I-104,
Fiscal Measurement systems for hydrocarbon gas, Rev. 3, November
2005 [3]. These requirements are applicable after application of zero flow
point calibration but before application of any correction factors, for flow
velocities above 1.5 m/s.
The repeatability shall correspond to the 95% confidence interval (alpha
= 0.05) of the mean of the deviations for each flow rate based on the
assumption that the deviations are normally distributed.

The repeatability for each flow velocity is calculated the following way:
s
Repeatability = c ± 1.96 *
n
where c is the average flow deviation
1.96 is the area under the standard normal curve that
equals (1 - alpha), or 95%.
s is the standard deviation of the flow deviations
n is the number of repetitions
The standard deviation calculation method used is the one that estimates
values based on a sample of the population.

nå x 2 - (å x )
2

Standard deviation =
n(n - 1)
Additionally the “Measurements regulations” from NPD [2] has a
repeatability limit of 0.5% (band) for Q≥0.05Qmax-spec.

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6.2.3. Linearity - NPD

The limit for linearity is according to the NORSOK standard, I-104,
Fiscal Measurement systems for hydrocarbon gas, Rev. 3, November
2005 [3]. These requirements are applicable after application of zero flow
point calibration but before application of any correction factors, for flow
velocities above 1.5m/s.
The linearity must be better than 1.0 % (band).
The linearity is found by calculating the average flow deviation in
percent for each flow rate, picking the maximum and the minimum value
of these and calculate the difference between them.
The calculation of repeatability and linearity will be performed by
putting the recorded flow data with reference measurements and flow
deviations into a prepared Excel-file.

6.2.4. Uncertainty limit for the MPU - NPD

The limit for the uncertainty of the MPU after the flow calibration is
according to “Measurement regulation 1st. November 2001 [2]. These
requirements are applicable after the flow calibration factors have been
implemented. The uncertainty should be calculated for each flow rate.
The uncertainty should be inside the limit of 0.7% for flow rates above
0.05 Qmax-spec. The uncertainty should contain the uncertainty elements
from the flow calibration site itself, error after flow calibration and
repeatability. All uncertainties should be converted to 95% confidence
before added using the root-square addition (independent uncertainties).

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7. PROJECT SPECIFIC INFORMATION

7.1. Project Data

Project Name:

End Customer:

Contractor:

Purchase Order:

Final Installation Site:

7.2. Meter Data

Meter Type:

Serial Number:

Tag Number:

SWO/ Job Number for spool piece

Nominal Meter Size (inches):

Inside Diameter (mm, inches):

Output Flow Range (m3/h, ft3/h):

Output Frequency Range (Hz):

Output Meter Factor (p/m3, p/ft3):

Further details of the meter is given in the “Product Identification”, PRD-0000022541

[6].

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7.3. Calibration Data

Calibration Site:

Flow Velocity (m/s, ft/s):

(Min. – Max.)

Volume Flow Rate (m3/h, ft3/h):

(Min. – Max.)

Nominal Temperature (°C, °F):

Nominal Pressure (barA, psiA):

Gas Type:

Number of Test Points:

Number of Repetitions:

Run Duration (seconds):

Accuracy Requirements:

Repeatability Requirements:

Linearity Requirements:

Qmax-spec

Qmin-spec

Qt

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7.4. Flow Test Points

Test Nominal flow rates Flow rate Flow velocity

Point related to Qmin-test (m3/h or ft3/h) (m/s or ft/s)
and Qmax-test
1

Test AGA-9 recommendation NPD recommendation

Point
1 0.025Qmax-test Qmin-test
2 0.05Qmax-test 0.2Qmax-test
3 0.1Qmax-test 0.45Qmax-test
4 0.25Qmax-test 0.8Qmax-test
5 0.5Qmax-test Qmax-test
6 0.75Qmax-test
7 Qmax-test

NOTE: Qmax-test: This is a value that is according to customer requirements,

which is limited by Qmax-spec.
( Qmax-test £ Qmax-spec )

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Qmin-test: This is a value that is according to customer requirements,

which is limited by Qmin-spec.
( Qmin-test ³ Qmin-spec )

7.5. Additional Equipment Data

Fill in details on the parts listed.
Refer to Figure 1, Section 2.2:

Item Part Details

1 MPU
Length, flange connections.

2 Upstream Spool
Length, flange connections,
inside diameter.
3 Downstream Spool
Length, flange connections,
inside diameter.
4 Optional Upstream
Adapter Spool
Length, flange connections,
inside diameter.
5 Optional Downstream
Adapter Spool
Length, flange connections,
inside diameter.
6 Optional Flow Conditioner
(Type)

7a Pressure Transmitter
(Alternative 1)
Type, tapping.
7b Pressure Transmitter
(Alternative 2)
Type, tapping.
8 Temperature Transmitter
Type, element, tapping.

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8. FLOW TEST EVALUATION

Flow Meter Identification

(Serial / Tag Number):

AGA 9 AGA 9
Small Meter < 12” Large Meter ≥ 12” NPD
Accuracy ±1.0% Q≥0.1Qmax-spec ±0.7% Q≥0.1Qmax-spec ±1.5%
±1.4% Q<0.1Qmax-spec ±1.4% Q<0.1Qmax-spec v>1.5m/s
Linearity 1.0% Q≥0.1Qmax-spec 0.7% Q≥0.1Qmax-spec 1.0%
(Band) 1.4% Q<0.1Qmax-spec 1.4% Q<0.1Qmax-spec v>1.5m/s
Repeatability ±0.2% Q≥0.1Qmax-spec ±0.2% Q≥0.1Qmax-spec ±0.2%
±0.4% Q<0.1Qmax-spec ±0.4% Q<0.1Qmax-spec v>1.5m/s

Using the table above, are the calibration results Accuracy: o Yes o No
inside the requirements?
Linearity: o Yes o No

Repeatability: o Yes o No

What kind of calibration curve should be o None o FWME

implemented?
o Multipoint o Ax + B

Using theoretical calculations, is the deviation o Yes

from the reference less than the specified limit
while the calibration curve is implemented? o No

Comments:

Witnessed: ___________ ______________ ____________ ________

Contractor Customer FMC Date

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9. CONCLUSION
Flow Meter Identification
(Serial / Tag Number):

This Calibration Flow Test is approved without any remarks:

Sign:________________________________

This Calibration Flow Test is not approved:

Sign:________________________________

This Calibration Flow Test is approved with the following remarks:

For Contractor: For Customer: For FMC

____________________ __________________ ___________________

Date / Signature Date / Signature Date / Signature

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10. APPENDIX

Appendix 1 - Reference Instrumentation, Advantica, Bishop Auckland, England

Selected amounts of natural gas from the British Gas natural gas pipe system is lead
through the test site. While running larger flow rates than the gas consume, the pressure
in the downstream pipe will increase. High flow rates can therefore only be run for a
limited duration in order to keep the pressure in the natural gas pipe system below its
maximum limit.

As the gas passes the test site, not in a loop, the possibilities for varying the pressure
and the temperature of the gas are limited.

Gas turbine meters will be used as reference meters. Details of the reference meters,
related temperature and pressure transmitters and the resulting uncertainty will be
enclosed in the calibration certificates issued by Advantica.

Secondary instruments are calibrated and traceable to National standards.

Each test point comprises the following:

1) 100 second count of turbine meter output frequency.

2) 10 off readings of pressure and temperatures each set taken every ten second.

The pressures and temperatures are averaged and used with the turbine average
frequencies to calculate the reference flow rates.

Gas samples will be taken during the course of the test.

The flow rate at the reference turbine meter is converted to the conditions prevailing at
the ultrasonic flow meter using ratios of pressure, temperature and compressibility.
Compressibility is calculated using the AGA 8 (1992) equation. The gas analysis
needed for the compressibility
calculations is obtained using an on line gas chromatograph (Danalyser).

Quality assurance of the test site:

· NAMAS Accreditation.
· Complies with relevant requirements of the BS EN ISO 9000 series of standards.

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Appendix 1 - Reference Instrumentation, Pigsar, Dorsten, Germany

Selected amounts of natural gas from the Ruhrgas natural gas pipe system is lead
through the test site.
As the gas passes the test site, not in a loop, the possibilities for varying the pressure
and the temperature of the gas are limited.

Gas turbine meters will be used as reference meters. Details of the reference meters,
related temperature and pressure transmitters and the resulting uncertainty will be
enclosed in the calibration certificates issued by Ruhrgas.

Secondary instruments are calibrated and traceable to National standards.

The pressures and temperatures are averaged and used with the turbine average
frequencies to calculate the reference flow rates.

Each run has a duration of approximately 180 seconds.

Gas samples will be taken during the course of the test.

The flow rate at the ultrasonic meters is calculated by converting the reference
measurement to mass flow rate. The densities at the reference meter and at the
ultrasonic meters are calculated using measured pressure and temperature at both places,
and chemical analysis and compressibilities using the AGA 8 z calculation method.

Quality assurance:
· Calibrated against DVGW piston prover, which is recognized as a reference standard
by PTB. (DVGW = German Gas and Water Association)
· Complies with EN-45001

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Appendix 1 - Reference Instrumentation, CEESI, Clear Lake, Iowa, USA

Selected amounts of natural gas from the Northen Border Gas Company naturual gas
pipe system is lead through the test site.

As the gas passes the test site, not in a loop, the possibilities for varying the pressure
and the temperature of the gas are limited.

Gas turbine meters will be used as reference meters. Details of the reference meters,
related temperature and pressure transmitters and the resulting uncertainty will be
enclosed in the calibration certificates issued by CEESI, Iowa.

Calibrations are performed in accordance with the American Gas Association

Transmission Committee Report Number 9 using calibration standards that are traceable
to the National Institute of Standards and Technology.

Each test point comprises the

following:

1) 120 second count of turbine meter

output frequency.
2) Pressure and temperature readings
during each run.

Gas volume flow measurements can be

transmitted from the MPU to the
reference system using RS485
communication.

The flow rate at the reference turbine

meter is converted to the conditions
prevailing at the ultrasonic flow meter
using ratios of pressure, temperature
and real gas properties.

Data supplied to client may include the

reading from the clients meter, the
volumetric flowrate from the reference
system, the meter calibration factor for
each flow rate and the FWME (Flow
Weighed Mean Error) for the complete
calibration.

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Appendix 1 - Reference Instrumentation, Force Technology, Vejen, Denmark

Force Technology is accredited by DANAK – the Danish Accreditation Body – for

calibration and verification of all types of gas and flow meters, including ultrasonic
meters. Since 1990 FORCE Technology has been the National Reference Laboratory for
gas flow measurement.

The calibration bench includes six working standards and one meter section for building
in meters for calibration. The natural gas is circulated in a loop by an axial compressor.

The calibration may be performed on pulse output, counters, mA and voltage outputs.

During calibration, gas temperatures, gas pressure, compressibility factor and pulses
from the meter to be tested and the applied working standard/s are registered. All data is
registered electronically and the meter’s errors are determined and calculated.

Capacity:
Volume flow: 8 – 10000 am³/h
Dimensions: 2” – 16”
Pressure range: 0 – 50 bar
Uncertainty: <0,2%
Medium: Natural gas
Gas temperature: 10°C - 30°C
Traceability: PTB and NMI

Certificates hold all relevant information including gas composition and Reynolds
numbers if any. The certificate will be issued in Danish or English languages, as
requested by the customer.

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