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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Sr. No Title
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1 Purpose

2 Scope

3 References

4 Glossary

5 Responsibility

6 Procedure

7 Records

8 Security and Safety Arrangements

9 Documentation
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1. PURPOSE
The purpose of this procedure is to ensure that the site tank construction is conducted in a safe
manner based on sound engineering practice and generally satisfies the requirements of the
applicable design code.

2. SCOPE

a) This procedure describes methods for: -

b) Fabrication Methodology
c) Pre-erection and base acceptance
d) Tank Construction
e) Tank Inspection and Testing
f) Surface Treatment
g) Readiness for handover

3. REFERENCES

3.1 Manufacture of Atmospheric Tanks(26-01-2011) - 32-SAMSS-005

3.2 Manufacture of low pressure Tanks (16-09-2008) - 32-SAMSS-006
3.3 Manufacture of small metallic Atmospheric storage Tanks(13-12-2011) - 32-SAMSS-030
3.4 Welded Tanks for Oil Storage(Addendum-3-August-2011) - API 650
3.5 Design and construction of Large, welded, Low pressure storage tank - API 620
(Addendum-3 March-2012)
3.6 Welding Requirements for tanks (13-12-2011) - SAES-W-017
3.7 Safety Manual
3.8 Procedure for Control of Welding Consumables - HCC-6-1-G1
3.9 Procedure for Weld Repair - HCC-6-1-G2
3.10 Procedure for Painting - HCC-6-1-G3
3.11 Procedure for Galvanizing - HCC-6-1-G4
3.12 Procedure for Repair of Damaged & Un-Galvanized Areas - HCC-6-1-G5
3.13 Procedure for Magnetic Particle Inspection - HCC-6-2-G1
3.14 Procedure for Liquid Penetrant Examination - HCC-6-2-G2
3.15 Procedure for Weld Visual Inspection for Storage Tanks - HCC-6-2-G3
3.16 Procedure for Pneumatic Test Procedure (For Reinforcing Pads ) - HCC-6-2-G4
3.17 Procedure for Penetrating Oil Test - HCC-6-2-G5
3.18 Procedure for Vacuum Box Examination - HCC-6-2-G6
3.19 Procedure for Hydrostatic Testing of Storage Tanks - HCC-6-2-G7
3.20 Procedure for Pickling & Passivation for Stainless Steel Welds - HCC-6-2-G8
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3.21 Procedure for Brinell Hardness Examination - HCC-6-2-G9

3.22 Procedure for Hydrostatic Pressure Test for Pipe Spool / Coils - HCC-6-2-G10
3.23 Work Instruction for Welding Procedure Qualification - HCC-6-1-01
3.24 Work Instruction for Material Preparation & Inspection - HCC-6-1-02
3.25 Work Instruction for Fork Lift Operation - HCC-6-1-03
3.26 Work Instruction for Cut to length / Size - HCC-6-1-04
3.27 Work Instruction for Assemble - HCC-6-1-05
3.28 Work Instruction for Drill / punch Machine - HCC-6-1-06
3.29 Work Instruction for Fabrication Final Inspection - HCC-6-1-07
3.30 Work Instruction for Welding / NDT Inspection - HCC-6-1-08
3.31 Work Instruction for Weld Repair - HCC-6-1-09
3.32 Work Instruction for Blasting - HCC-6-1-10
3.33 Work Instruction for Painting - HCC-6-1-11
3.34 Work Instruction for Surface Preparation & Painting Inspection - HCC-6-1-12
3.35 Work Instruction for Measuring the Correct Dry Film Thickness - HCC-6-1-13
3.36 Work Instruction for Galvanizing Inspection - HCC-6-1-14
3.37 Work Instruction for Mobile Crane - HCC-6-1-15
3.38 Work Instruction Despatch Inspection - HCC-6-1-16
3.39 Work Instruction for Weld - HCC-6-1-17
3.40 Work Instruction for Rolling of Steel Section - HCC-6-2-01
3.41 Work Instruction for Handling & Loading of Rolled Plates - HCC-6-2-02
3.42 Work Instruction for Inspection or Rolled Plates - HCC-6-2-03
3.43 Work Instruction for Shell / Roof Nozzle - HCC-6-2-04
3.44 Work Instruction for Cutting, Squareness & Edge Preparation - HCC-6-2-05
3.45 Work Instruction for Rolling of Plates/Nozzles/Circular Man-way - HCC-6-2-06
3.46 Work Instruction for Tank Inspection & Testing - HCC-6-2-07
3.47 Work Instruction for Shop Built Tank Assembly - HCC-6-2-08
3.48 Work Instruction for Welding of Shop Built Tanks - HCC-6-2-04

4. GLOSSARY

NCR - Non-Conformance Report

NDT - Non-Destructive Testing

ITP / QCP - Inspection & Test Plan / Quality Control Plan

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QC - Quality Control

SAW - Submerged Arc Welding

SMAW - Shielded Metal Arc Welding

FCAW - Flux Cored Arc Welding

WPS - Welding Procedure Specification

PQR - Procedure Qualification Record

5. RESPONSIBILITIES

a) VP Operation
b) Project Manager / Project Management Manager
c) Site Manager / Site Engineer
d) Site QC Manager / QC Supervisor / QC Engineer
e) Site Safety Manager / Safety Supervisor / Engineer
f) Site Storekeeper

6. PROCEDURE

6.1 Pre-fabrication materials inspection

1. Receiving and Inspection of materials

2. Work Instruction “HCC-6-1-03” shall be used for Forklift operation.
3. For receiving materials, Work instruction “HCC- 4-1-01” shall be followed.
4. The Store keeper and the Material Receiving Inspector or Material Yard in-charge should be
responsible for checking the received materials and delivery note and test certificates.
5. Any shortage of materials shall be reported to the Material Yard in-charge before signing the
delivery note and release the trailer.
6. Storing of materials shall be the responsibility of the Store keeper or material yard in-charge.
7. Bolts, Nuts and Gaskets shall be checked as per purchase order and verify size, grade and
coating requirements.
8. Materials that require special care such as stainless steel shall be stored in the correct manner
as per the instructions of the Quality Control Inspector.
9. Before issuing the raw materials to fabrication shop, once again QC inspector shall check the
material damages (pitting or other surface defects, transport damages etc.,).
10. Work Instruction “HCC-6-2-08 & HCC-6-2-09” shall be used for Shop Built Tanks.
11. Work instruction “HCC-6-1-01” shall be used for Welding Procedure Qualification.
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6.2 Annular Plate

1. The Annular Plate shall be cut as per drawing requirements. Heat number shall be transferred
from the original mill stamp, such that all the annular plates shall have heat number on the plates.
2. Work instruction “HCC-6-1-02” shall be used for Material Preparation.
3. Work Instruction “HCC-6-1-04” shall be used for Cutting of Materials.
4. Work Instruction “HCC-6-1-06” shall be used for Punching or Drill of Fabricated Materials.
5. Work Instruction “HCC-6-1-05” shall be used assembly of materials while fabrication works.
6. Work Instruction “HCC-6-2-05” shall be used for Cutting, Squareness and Edge Preparation
7. Hard Punch shall be done on all the Annular Plates as identification of the material and shall
have the following as minimum:
a. Project CS Number
b. Mark Number
c. Drawing Revision number
d. Heat Number or Heat Code
8. Edge Preparation, if any, shall be made as per the drawing requirements.
9. Cutting Burrs shall be removed by Grinding operation
10. Dimensional and Visual Inspection shall be carried out by the QC Inspector as per Work
Instruction “HCC-6-1-07”.
11. Inspection reports shall be made for the Inspection Activity.
12. Surface preparation and painting at bottom surface shall be done as per approved shop
fabrication ITP.

6.3 Bottom Plates, Roof Plates, Floating Roof Deck Plates and Pontoon Plates

1. The Bottom Plates shall be cut as per the drawing requirements. The original heat stamp on the
plates shall be “left as-is” as identification of the material. For Bottom Plates where full length
plate is not used, the heat number shall be transferred before cutting operation.
2. Hard Punch shall be done on all the Bottom Plates as identification of the material and shall have
the following as minimum:
a) Project CS Number
b) Mark Number
c) Drawing Revision number
d) Heat Number or Heat Code
3. Edge Preparation, if any, shall be based on the drawing requirements
4. Cutting Burrs shall be removed by Grinding operation.
5. QC Inspector shall verify the Hard Stamp for identification and perform Inspection as per Work
Instruction “HCC-6-1-07”.
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6. Lap welded joints shall be lapped at least five times the nominal thickness of the thinner plate
joined. However, with double welded lap joints, the lap need not exceed 50 mm and with single-
welded lap joints, the lap shall not be less than 25 mm.
7. Inspection reports shall be made for the Inspection Activity.
8. Surface preparation and painting at bottom side shall be as per approved shop fabrication ITP.

6.4 Shell Plates

1. The Shell Plates shall be cut as per the drawing requirements. The original heat stamp on the
plates shall be “left as-is” as identification of the material. For Shell Plates where full length plate
is not used, the heat number shall be transferred before cutting operation.
2. Hard Punch shall be done on all the Shell Plates as identification of the material and shall have
the following as minimum:
a. Project CS Number
b. Mark Number
c. Drawing Revision number
d. Heat Number or Heat Code
3. Edge Preparation, if any, shall be based on the drawing requirements
4. Cutting Burrs shall be removed by Grinding operation.
5. Length, Width and Diagonal measurements shall be verified by the QC. Diagonal tolerance shall
be ±3mm.
6. Rolling operation shall be done as per Work Instruction “HCC-6-2-01 or HCC-6-2-06” Inspector
shall verify the Rolling Radius using the required radius template.
7. Work instruction “HCC-6-2-02” shall be used for Handling and Loading of Rolled Plates.
8. For rolling Inspection, Work Instruction “HCC-6-2-03” shall be used.
9. Inspection reports shall be made for the Inspection Activity.
10. Work instruction “HCC-6-1-07” shall be used for Fabrication final inspection.
11. Work instruction “ HCC-6-1-16” shall be used for Dispatch Inspection.
12. PWHT for clean door assembly shall be done as per approved fabrication ITP.

6.5 Draw-off Sump

1. The sump plates shall be cut as per the drawing requirements.

2. Heat number shall be stamped on the sump.
3. Rolling operation shall be carried out and fit-up of the vertical seam completed.
4. The sump shell shall be made fit-up with the sump bottom plate.
5. Welding operation shall be carried out on the vertical joint.
6. Work Instruction “HCC-6-1-17” shall be used for Welding Activities.
7. Work Instruction “HCC-6-1-08” shall be used for Welding/NDT Inspection.
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8. After completion of the 1st side welding and after back-gouging, Dye Penetrant Test shall be
carried out prior to the second side welding.
9. PT shall be performed by NDT Technician who is certified to Level II as per ASNT-TC-1A OR
CP-189.
10. Oil Penetrant test shall be performed at each as per mentioned approved fabrication ITP
11. Penetrant Examination shall be in accordance with Procedure for Liquid Penetrant examination
“Doc No. HCC-6-2-G2”.
12. Penetrant examination shall be done at each stage as per mentioned in approved fabrication ITP
13. QC Inspector shall perform the Penetrating Oil Test as per the Procedure for Penetrating Oil Test
“Doc. No. HCC-6-2-G5”.
14. Inspection reports shall be made for all the Inspection Activities.

6.6 Manhole & Nozzle (Separate Assembly)

1. The nozzle neck shall be either from rolled plate or from pipes.
2. Work Instruction “HCC-6-2-04” shall be used for Shell/Roof Nozzles Installation.
3. Heat numbers for the nozzle neck material shall be stamped on the material. The thickness or
schedule of the pipe shall be verified.
4. The Flange type (either SORF or WNRF, OR SOFF, OR WNFF) and the ratings (150 or 300)
shall be checked and verified as per drawing requirements.
5. Fit-up shall be done for the Flange to Pipe neck as per drawing requirements.
6. Welding shall be performed as per WPS requirements.
7. For Manholes and Nozzles greater than 18”, back-gouging shall be done prior to second side
welding.
8. 100%RT shall be conducted for all longitudinal welds of nozzles and man way necks fabricated
from plate.
9. For Manholes and Nozzles less than 18” and greater than 3”, root pass shall be done using
E6010 electrode.
10. For Manholes and Nozzles less than 3”, root pass shall be done by GTAW process.
11. QC Inspector shall perform the weld Visual Inspection as per the Procedure No. “HCC-6-2-G3”.
12. Inspection reports shall be made for all the Inspection activities.

6.7 Tank Accessories

1. The tank accessories (like wind girders, spiral stair stringers, roof walkway platforms, gratings,
handrails etc.,) shall be cut & fabricate as per drawing requirements.
2. Hard punch shall be done on main part of the assembly and shall have the following as
minimum:
a) Project CS number
b) Mark number
c) Drawing Revision number
d) Heat number or Heat code
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3. One mark no delivered by two or more parts, each part or item required identification of mark no.
and heat no. punch.
4. Sharp edges shall be ground smooth.
5. QC Inspector shall check the visual and Dimensional inspection as per Work Instruction “HCC-6-
1-07”.
6. Verification Galvanizing for stair threads and platform etc(if Applicable ) shall be done as per
approved ITP
7. Inspection reports shall be made for all the Inspection Activities.

6.8 Pre-erection tank base check and acceptance

1. Visual Inspection of overall foundation for surface cracks, finish, etc.

2. Locate and check top of the foundation with survey level instrument. The survey should be in
tolerance as per API 650.
3. Where a sloping foundation is provided Check the elevation difference between the top of
foundation to centre point to confirm that the slope height is as per drawing and API 650.
4. Place 500mm x 500mm x 16mm plate at the centre of tank foundation to mark centre of base.
5. Mark off: 0, 90, 180, 270 degree lines based on the details obtained by the Civil team.
6. Note that the cleanout door orientation and position in the ring beam foundation shall be as per
drawing. A cut-out in the ring beam foundation must be provided by the Civil Team, ready to
receive the Tank Clean-Out Door. Detail of the cut-out will be referred from the Tank Drawing.
7. Accessible and visible bench mark to be provided by civil team.
8. Check diagonals 0 to 90 – 90 to 180 to 270 to 0 degrees after mark out of radius on foundation.
9. Check and see the surface preparation if any filling has to be done centre to foundation this is to
prevent floor plates not to have any lower areas specially when floating decks with permanent
supports and pads has to be installed.
10. Check the location of drain sump and place the sump pit without touching with any cathodic
protection tapes.
11. Raise RFI for Foundation inspection and produce the foundation inspection report.

6.9 Tank Construction

1. Receiving and inspecting Materials

2. Site Engineer/Site manager shall plan and allocate separate areas for fabricated material/
customer supplied materials/Client supplied material prior to arrival of materials.
3. Special care and required protection shall be provided for flanges, tanks instruments all other
equipments
4. The Site Storekeeper and mechanical inspector or site engineer should be responsible for cross
checking received material versus delivery note and material report.
5. Work Instruction No. “HCC-6-1-15” shall be used for Mobile crane operation.
6. Any shortage of materials shall be reported to the Site Engineer before signing of the Delivery
Note or release of the trailer.
7. Storing of materials shall be the responsibility of the Store keeper or site engineer.
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8. QC inspector shall preform material Inspection based on Packing list ,Material traceability report
and other quality control related reports
9. Materials that require special care such as stainless steel shall be stored in the correct manner
as per the instructions of the Quality Control Inspector.
10. Storing and issuing of welding consumables shall be carried out by the Electrode Issuer under
the supervision of the CWI by following the Procedure for Control of Welding Consumables “Doc
No.HCC-6-1-G1”.
11. Any defect in material due to missing reports, transport damages and or non-conforming
fabrication shall be registered. An observation report or an NCR (depending on the level of the
non-conformity) shall be issued and transmitted to concerned parties.

6.10 Tank Floor (Subsequent to base hand over)

All the following steps (6.10 through 6.23) are to be taken in conjunction with the internal Quality
Control Inspector and hold points or witness points for client are to follow the approved QCP. The
Site Foreman shall be responsible for clauses 6.10 through 6.10 to 6.23.
1. Set out of base and mark center.
2. Mark off outer circumference for floor or (annular if required) plates.
3. Tack weld by qualified welder and lay floor plates, depending on direction of slope plates to be
laid for correct run off of liquid.
4. Plate lap welded design all joints falling below shell plate to be welded and joggled from the
outside perimeter of the floor to at least 3 inches inside shell diameter.
5. Butt-welded joints the area of weld falling directly below the shell plate shall be ground flush.
6. In the case of annular plates, these shall be tested to the required NDT before erecting the first
shell course as per ITP
7. Lap welded joints shall be lapped at least five times the nominal thickness of the thinner plate
joined. However, with double welded lap joints, the lap need not exceed 50 mm and with single-
welded lap joints, the lap shall not be less than 25 mm.
8. In the case of lap welded joints, these shall be tested by the vacuum box method for weld
soundness before erecting the first shell course.
9. QC Inspector shall perform the Vacuum Box Inspection as per the Procedure No. HCC-6-2-G6.
10. Welding of sketch plates to be done after shell to floor perimeter weld is complete.

6.11 Bottom with Butt- Welded Annular Plates with Backing Strip / Bar

1. Mark out the proper Radius of the annular plates by marking from the center of base.
2. Before laying the annular plate first tack the back up bar to the underside of the annular.
3. Lay and fit the annular plates in order to obtain the proper gap, lay the plates at a slightly larger
radius than the given radius to avoid the welding shrinkage.
4. Weld the annular splices complete.
5. Test as per the contract inspection and Testing Procedures.
6. Grind flush to fit the shell and where covered by bottom plates.
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6.12 Lay, Fit Sequence for Lap Welded Bottom

1. Prior to laying of bottom plates the center line of drain sump to be transferred to annular plates to
easy access the location of drain sump after laying of floor plates.
2. Prior to laying of bottom plates check the bottom side coating shall be verified and required
repair shall done prior to installation.
3. Surface preparation of bottom plate top side shall be done prior to welding.
4. Lay out the bottom plates by concentrating on the slope of the tank, normally the slope follows
from the center to the inner radius of the annular plates (See the attachment No.1).
5. Start as per the attached sketch and follow the step as per the given starting degree and then
follow the numbers (As per attach drawing).The first plate will start by calculating the start degree
of the first plate for example at 63º shall be calculated as 90º - 63º = 27º from 90º.
6. Then we start to lay the sketch plates first put the sketch plate A as per given attach drawing.
This plate will be at the top of the annular plate as per given lap detail in the drawing.
7. The two sketch plates 1 beside the sketch plate A will be laid by putting the lap underside of the
center sketch plates A and top of the annular plate.
8. Now preceding the same sequence for plates 2 and plates 3.
9. After completing the 1st row now start laying the 2nd row layer first lay plates 4 on top of 1st row
and top of annular as per given overlap. Now put plate 5 on top of plates 4 and 1st row.
10. Now start laying the 3rd row, first put the plates 6 on top of annular and 2nd row then after set the
plate 7 which will be on the top of the plates 6 and on 2nd row.
11. After that now lay the 4th row first put the plates 8 on both side top of annular and 3rd row then
after put plate 9 on top of the third row and top of plates 8.
12. Now lay the fifth row by putting plates 10 and top of it plate 11 the 5th row will be on the top of
4th row.
13. After laying the 5th row lay the 6th row adopt the same procedure i.e. first lay the plates 12 and
plate 13 then after lay the plates 14. This 6th row will also on the top of the 5th row.
14. We will erect our plates from both side and finally get the center plate. The center plates will on
the top of the 6th rows i.e. adjacent layer.
15. Note: The sketch is given as an example to follow floor Plate layout and welding sequence (See
attached Sketch).

6.13 Welding Sequence for Lap Welded Bottom

1. Before start of welding joggle the plate to get smooth bearing surface for the shell plates
2. Weld rectangular plates in each course together (Cross Seam). Seams between courses must be
free of tack when making these welds.
3. Fit and weld course of rectangular plates together (Long Seams).
4. Start the long seams of rectangular plates from center by following the sequence one weld one
left. i.e. 1, 3, 5 ….. to avoid the shrinkage.
5. After finish the above sequence start welding the remaining long seams i.e. 2, 4, 6……..
6. Break tacks necessary on the sketch to sketch seams and weld sketches together.
7. When the entire rectangular are welded fit and weld the sketches to rectangular. This is the
closing seam. The sketches and closing seams may be welded concurrently.
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8. Where laps are covered by the closing seams, weld the ends of the laps before fitting the closing
seam over them.
9. In order to avoid buckling of tank bottom plates, bottom plates to annular plates welding shall be
started after the completion of 3rd shell welding.

6.14 Tank Shell Erection – Conventional Method

1. Mark off inside circumference from center of floor as per shop drawing.
2. Tack stoppers along inside circumference for plate location.
3. Mark off starting point for orientation of shell plates.
4. Fit first shell plate and secure into position. The Shell Plates shall be secured in position using
suitable supports.
5. Fit remaining shell plates using strong backs (pull plates) on inside of shell for joining vertical
weld seams.
6. A proper fit up is a mandatory to all vertical weld seams, to avoid buckling of shell plates, the
shell plate verts must be checked this will cause stress in the plate and buckles or flat spots will
appear. for areas on the shell strake where there is doubts to be buckled, temporary strong backs
having the same radius of the tank to be tacked on these areas before welding horizontal seam,
make sure that the shell is level vary the welding gap to plumb the plate.
7. Note that a sweep board shall be use for checking the fit - up and also by checking the
roundness during welding.
8. Start welding according to approved welding procedure.
9. After external welding is complete, the inside shall be back gauged or grinded prior to second
side welding.
10. After completion of erection second shell course, all shell Plate shall be tied with guy rope. At
least one guy wire shall be available for each shell plate
11. Guy wires shall be anchored with Pre casted concrete block or any other appropriate methods as
recommended by engineering department depend upon the excepted maximum load. All guy
wires shall have chain block or turn buckle in order to adjust the tension on the guy ropes
12. Guy wires shall be transferred to each shell course during progress of erection until completion
roof
13. Prior to the internal or second side welding the joint must be inspected by Liquid Penetrant
Method.
14. Plumb ness of the tank shall be checked for each shell course and after the completion of the
shell courses. Acceptance criteria API 650, ASTM A6M/A, ASTM A20M/A20, ASTM A480M/A480
(See the attachment No.2).
15. Flat supports & buckling shall be checked during and after the erection. Acceptance criteria as
per API 650, ASTM A6M/A, ASTM A20M/A20, ASTM A480M/A480 (See the attachment No.2).
16. Radius of the tank shall be measured at 300mm above the bottom corner weld. Acceptance
criteria: API 650.
17. Peaking and banding should be inspected, using sweep board, during and after completion of
welding in order to avoid excessive deformation and stay within API 650 tolerances.
18. After second side welding is complete, a visual inspection should be carried out to make sure
welds are acceptable.
19. Required NDT for shall be performed prior to proceeding further shell course wherever is
practicable and depending upon the site situation
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20. Mark the first shell course man-ways and cut out to a smaller radius by using oxy-acetylene
cutting equipment. The man ways will be used for the access to the inside of the tank. Before
cutting a dimensional inspection shall be carried out by QC
21. Mark off for orientation of the next shell course and arrange scaffolding as required, ensure to
adhere to the appropriate safety regulations.
22. The shell course is to be erected in the same routine as before only using the double wedge and
shim method instead of stoppers as in the case of the first shell course.
23. Welding of the vertical weld seams using qualified welders is to be carried out in the same
manner as for strake one.
24. After welding both external and internal vertical horizontal joint shall be fitted up according to
respective WPS.
25. Special care shall be given to the fit up of the horizontal seam taking into account whether it is to
be a flush fit or not. An inspection of horizontal fit up should be carried out prior to any horizontal
welding.
26. Repairs (if any) are to be ground off or gouged and re-welded by approved repair procedure.
27. Any weld repair shall be accordance with Procedure for Weld Repair Doc No. “HCC-6-1-G2” and
Work instruction “HCC-6-1-09”.
28. After the external welding is complete, the preparation and inspection should be the same as per
approved ITP.
29. The remaining seams will follow the same fashion mentioned above .
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30. It is preferable to tack in the shell to annular plates when the 3 shell is erected
31. After tacking the tank must be inspected for roundness and correct overlap of shell to floor
dimension.
32. The internal should be secured by means of channels to avoid lifting and movement of the floor
during welding.
33. Shell to annular or bottom plate inside joints root weld by means of penetrating oil leak through
as per approved procedure.
34. After the first internal root pass is completed, the annular plate to shell weld shall be tested by
means of the liquid penetrant or penetrating oil leak through test unless otherwise stated
35. RT works shall follow progressively the back log of RT works to be minimized.
36. Required NDE at temporary and permanent attachment area shall be as per approved ITP

6.15 Shell Nozzles

1. Mark off all shell nozzles as per the approved drawings at the given orientations and elevations.
2. Before cutting of the shell plate for nozzles a dimensional inspection shall be carried out by QC.
3. In the event of hold points on the QCP, these shall be witnessed and a written report done with
the approval of the Client Inspector.
4. Cutting of the nozzles to be done as per the drawing preferably when the intermediate wind
girder is erected and welded or alternatively when the curb angle is fitted and welded. Prior to
cutting of the shell for the nozzles adequate supports shall be provided to act as stiffeners.
5. Reinforcing pads are to be fitted and the correct bevel to be cut and ground as per the drawing.
6. Fitting the pads the nozzles are to be tacked into position and inspected for correct levels and
projection.
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7. The bevel shall be consistent and in line with the drawing.

8. The welding shall be done according to the approved welding procedure.
9. Temporary supports shall be in place during welding to avoid movement.
10. Inspection of the weld is to be carried out prior to second side welding by liquid penetrate testing.
11. Required NDT shall be conducted prior to installation of nozzles in tanks
12. If any intersection of butt weld joints with shell opening, the welded shell joint shall be fully
radiographed for a length equal to three times the diameter of opening
13. inspection to be carried out as per the approved ITP and project specification.
14. The reinforcing pad shall be inspected for leaks by Pneumatic Test as per approved procedure
prior to hydrotest. These test should be carried out prior to Hydro Testing in accordance with Doc
No.”HCC-6-2-G7”.
15. In case of any Magnetic Particle inspection required Doc No. “HCC-6-2-G1” Procedure for
Magnetic particle Inspection shall be used.
16. Temporary blinds and gasket shall be used for hydro test.Permenent blinds and gasket shall be
provided after painting.

6.16 Wind Girders and Curb Angle

1. Wind girders are best fitted immediately prior to the horizontal welding of upper same strake is
completed.
2. Template shall be used at each joint and jointing and welding a maximum number of joints at
ground level will reduce fit up and alignment time.
3. Joints on the wind girders shall be welded according to approved WPS.
4. Regular checks shall be done on the plumpness of the tank during and after fit up of the wind
girder.
5. In the case of a fixed roof tank Curb angle welding shall be complete before fitting of the roof
rafters
6. Regular checks shall be carried out during welding of the curb angle and supports shall be used if
necessary to maintain plumpness.

6.17 Fixed Roof Construction and Erection

1. Rafter supported cone roofs.

2. Rafter and column supported cone roofs.

6.18 Rafter Supported Cone Roof

1. In the case of rafters and center crown ring the rafters and crown can be assembled at ground
level and then lifted into position before fitting the roof plates.
2. The assembly on the ground is known as the “spider” and depending on the weight can be
assembled with all the rafters or a portion provided that the assembly is equally balanced.
3. All of the connecting lugs on the inside of the shell shall be fully welded as per the drawing before
lifting.
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4. The curb angle shall be fully welded and roundness checks to be complete prior to lifting the
spider into position.
5. Before lifting the spider shall be supported with temporary supports or lifted from calculated
points along the rafters to give equal balance to the structure.
6. Once fitted the remaining rafters (if any) shall be lifted into position.
7. The crown ring or plate shall be set level before tightening of the bolts.
8. After the tightening is complete on the full structure the plates are then to be lifted into position as
per the drawing.
9. For lap welded design on the roof plates the plates shall not be welded to the rafters, only at the
center and at the perimeter as per the drawing.
10. Lap welded joints shall be lapped at least five times the nominal thickness of the thinner plate
joined. However, with double welded lap joints, the lap need not exceed 50 mm and with single-
welded lap joints, the lap shall not be less than 25 mm
11. For petal design the plates will be fully welded on all edges to both the rafters and curb angle.
12. After fitting of the roof plates the roof nozzle fitting may proceed.
13. The welding shall be one side weld only unless specified in this case scaffolding access will have
to be provided from inside the tank.
14. Testing of the roof shall be in accordance with the given QCP.
15. During welding of the roof plates extra care shall be taken in both butt-welded and lap welded
joints by using strong backs or other methods of support to avoid excessive warping of the roof.
16. The roof shall be reasonably true to line and shape.

6.19 Rafter and Column Supported Cone Roof

1. This type of roof design can only be erected piece by piece directly into the final position.
2. The curb angle as well as the connecting lugs on the internal shell shall all be fitted and fully
welded prior to installing the roof structure.
3. In the case of one center column the column shall be put into position with temporary supports
and set plumb.
4. The rafters may then be fitted taking care not to rotate the center column and thus keeping the
center line of the rafters in line with the center of the column.
5. After rafters are fitted the roof plates and nozzles may be fitted.
6. Lap welded joints shall be lapped at least five times the nominal thickness of the thinner plate
joined. However, with double welded lap joints, the lap need not exceed 50 mm and with single-
welded lap joints, the lap shall not be less than 25 mm
7. In the case of rafters, center column and intermediate columns the columns shall be installed first
with temporary supports.
8. The girders connecting the columns shall then be fitted taking care not to rotate the columns.
9. Plumbness shall be verified for roof column with allowable tolerance(1/200)
10. After all girders are fitted the rafters may proceed as above till complete and tightened before
starting with the roof plates.
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6.20 Dome Roof Erection - Option-1.

1. Self-supported dome roofs can be constructed at the top level and fixed into the required
elevation.
2. Mark the center point of tank on the bottom plate and install the prefabricated temporary
structure exactly at tank center and center drum shall be erected on top of erected temporary
structure at the required elevation. Guy ropes shall be used to anchor the temporary structure
post and maintain its verticality.
3. The locations of rafters shall be marked on the Compression ring plate welded on the tank shell.
4. The panels made of two main rafters, one sub-rafter (if any) & roof plate in between the main
rafters shall be preassembled before erection.
5. The petals which are already fitted with the roof structure are fitted one by one in position the
bolts joining the petals are to be tightened starting at the top and going towards the outside and
are fixed in alternate to maintain equal.
6. Mark the tank axis on the compression ring plate.
7. Erect the 1st panel on to the position and fix in proper location by means of erection bolts
followed by temporary tack welds at required locations.
8. Erect & fix the 2nd panel at exactly opposite location to the 1st panel.
9. Erect & fix the 3rd panel at 90 degree to the 1st panel & the 4th panel at exactly opposite location
to the 3rd panel.
10. Now the total system has become stable, so guy ropes can be dismantled and erection of
balance panels can be continued till all the panels are erected.
11. Once all pre-fabricated petals are erected the intermediate roof plates erected in position and
fitted along with the erected roof petals and welded to position.
12. Once all the roof plates are properly welded both from top & bottom, the prefabricated roof
nozzles, roof platforms / walkways, supports for roof fire water spray system shall be installed &
welded.

6.21 Dome Roof Erection - Option-2

1. Self-supported dome roofs are constructed at ground level and lifted into position as one unit.
2. The crown plate shall be elevated by means of a temporary support to the required height for
ground construction.
3. The petals are then fitted one by one and always alternating to maintain equal weight distribution,
i.e. one at 0 degrees and the next at 180 degrees and so on.
4. Once all of the petals are in position the bolts joining the petals are to be tightened starting at the
top and going towards the outside.
5. Before welding the perimeter shall be measured to conform to the requirements.
6. Depending on the specification the welding can then proceed with the outside first.
7. After welding outside (and underside) the bolts can then be removed and plug welded.
8. The roof shall then be set level for fitting of the nozzles and man ways.
9. Depending on the specification welding of the nozzles can then be completed either from the top
only or two sided if required.
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10. Again the measurements of the perimeter shall be taken and stoppers fitted to the curb on the
calculated diameter.
11. Lifting lugs shall be welded to the roof at the equal weight radius every 2nd to 3rd petal depending
on the size of the roof.
12. Lifting at any other radius will cause stress in the roof and interfere with the fit-up onto the shell
top.
13. The roof can then be lifted into position and welded completely.
14. The welding of the roof to shell shall be according to the drawing.
15. Testing of the roof weld seams can be carried out by means of vacuum box testing.
16. The detailed lifting plan will be generated at the later stage after evaluation of the optimal space
and rigging possibilities.

6.22 Erection of Internals

Fabrication of the internals & its supports shall be done outside the tank in such a way to minimize
welding on position inside the tank. After the erection of dome, field welding of loose pipe spools
shall be done before hydro testing of the tank.

6.23 Dome Roof Erection - Option-3

Dome Roof Air Raising Method : Please refer to proposed manufacturer’s manual/methodology on
separate sheet

6.24 Aluminum Dome Roof/Floating Roof Fabrication and Erection

Please refer to proposed manufacturer’s manual / methodology on separate sheet

6.25 Erection of Shell Course by Hydraulic Jacking Method

The Erection of Tank shell course using hydraulic jacking system is carried out in reverse order
(Top most shell course erected and complete the roof works activities and then jacked up in
series in order to have lower shell course fit up at last.)

1. Mark the location of the shell Periphery location on the annular plates/bottom plates.

2. Erect Heavy Section beams to act as a support for the shell plates (suitable to Proper
access to inside the tank) at approx. 2Mtr space along the periphery and tack weld to the
tank Bottom Plate/Annular Plate.
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3. Diameter of the tank shall be marked on the support beam and provide small stopper plates.
4. QC inspector shall be verifying the marking.
5. Erect TOP shell course on supports along the periphery. Provide adequate support on shell to
maintain verticality.
6. After proper alignment, tack welding to be carried out at vertical joints and check the
dimensions according to drawings.
7. Weld the vertical joint according to the approved WPS and specification.
8. Additional Diameter to be provide to compensate for welding shrinkage, this depends on the
9. Thickness of the shell plate and the number of vertical joints
10. A Minimum clear height required for jacking is 3.5 Mtrs system In case of shell plate width is
not enough for required jacking height ,one more course can install before installing jack

11. After welding of the vertical joints of the first and second shell course, carry out the fit up
and the welding of the horizontal joints between these two shell courses.
12. Carefully check the verticality and roundness of each shell course and ensure that
tolerances are maintained as per API 650 standard.
13. All horizontal welds shall be performed by two or more welders 180o apart and welding in
the same direction.
14. Mark the location of the weld joints of the Top Curb on top shell course according to the
orientation given in the Drawing.
15. Erect the curb angle segments & align them.
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16. Weld the curb angle. Take precaution to avoid distortion during the welding.
17. Roof shall be erected as per below method prior to the installation of remaining shell
courses

6.26 Fixed Roof Construction and Erection by Hydraulic Jacking Method

 Rafter supported cone/dome roofs.

 Rafter and column supported cone/dome roofs.

6.27 Rafter Supported Cone/Dome Roof

1. Rafters and center crown ring the rafters and crown shall be assembled at ground level prior to
install the lower shell course.
2. All of the connecting lugs on the inside of the shell shall be fully welded as per the drawing before
lifting.
3. The curb angle shall be fully welded and roundness checks to be complete prior to lifting the
spider into position.
4. Before lifting the spider shall be supported with temporary supports or lifted from calculated
points along the rafters to give equal balance to the structure.
5. Once fitted the remaining rafters (if any) shall be lifted into position.
6. The crown ring or plate shall be set level before tightening of the bolts.
7. After the tightening is complete on the full structure the plates are then to be lifted into position as
per the drawing.
8. For lap welded design on the roof plates the plates shall not be welded to the rafters, only at the
center and at the perimeter as per the drawing.
9. For petal design the plates will be fully welded on all edges to both the rafters and curb angle.
10. After fitting of the roof plates the roof nozzle fitting may proceed.
11. The welding shall be one side weld only unless specified in this case scaffolding access will have
to be provided from inside the tank.
12. Testing of the roof shall be in accordance with the given ITP
13. During welding of the roof plates extra care shall be taken in both butt-welded and lap welded
joints by using strong backs or other methods of support to avoid excessive warping of the roof.
14. The roof shall be reasonably true to line and shape.

6.28 Rafter and Column Supported Cone / Dome Roof

1. This type of roof design can only be erected piece by piece directly into the final position.
2. The curb angle as well as the connecting lugs on the internal shell shall all be fitted and fully
welded prior to installing the roof structure.
3. In the case of one center column the column shall be put into position under the roof with
temporary supports and set plumb.
4. The center column shall be spliced with length equal to width of shell plate. During each course
installation by jacking method, center columns also jacked and splice joint provided.
5. The rafters may then be fitted taking care not to rotate the center column and thus keeping the
center line of the rafters in line with the center of the column.
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6. After rafters are fitted the roof plates and nozzles may be fitted.
7. In the case of rafters, center column and intermediate columns the columns shall be installed first
with temporary supports.
8. The girders connecting the columns shall then be fitted taking care not to rotate the columns.
9. After all girders are fitted the rafters may proceed as above till complete and tightened before
starting with the roof plates.
10. Plumbness shall be verified for roof column with allowable tolerance(1/200)
11. All attachment at roof plate like nozzles handrails platforms shall me completed as approved ITP

6.29 Preparation for the jacking to lift the shell plate to install remaining shell course

1. Number of Jacks shall be determined by the jack manufacturer manual and capacity. Location of
the jacks as marked in bottom plate shall be transferred on ID of the erected tank shell course.
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2. Install lifting Trestles on locations as marked on Bottom plate of Tank.

3. Trestles will be placed and erected at marked locations. Jacks will be mounted on the
trestles. After trestles are erected in vertical position allow the lifting arm to fall and make
contact with tank shell. Weld one lifting lug on the shell such that there is a small gap of
about 25 mm between the top of lifting arm and lifting-lug-shell joint. Using this as a
reference, weld all other lifting lugs in perfect horizontal level (this is important to maintain
verticality of tank). The lifting lug should be aligned in the center of the lifting arm. Weld
between lifting lug and shell shall be minimum 6 mm fillet 200 mm long on each side. This
weld shall be checked by MPI.
4. Interconnect all Jacks with Hydraulic Power Pack System according to Hydraulic Hose Circuit
of jack manufacturer
5. After hydraulic connections are completed, all hose joints shall be pressure checked
according to required capacity and pressure and found loose connections, if any, will be
tightened. By operation of power pack, all jacks will be lifted up slightly such as the top of the
lifting arm comes into contact with the lifting lug and gets engaged with the lifting lug. Now
weld the fend-off lugs above the sliding chair taking care to leave a gap of 10 mm between
bottom face of fend-off lug and top face of sliding chair bracket, such that no vertical load is
transferred to sliding chair. Weld shall be minimum 6 mm continue fillet each side. This
weld is not subject to vertical load, hence MPI is not mandatory. The pressure on power pack
is increased to 100 or 120 kg / sq. cm. The lifting equipment is now ready to lift the tank.
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6. Proper scaffolding shall be installed according to work instruction and safety manual.

6.31 Procedure for the jacking to lift the shell plate to install remaining shell course

1. The external wind girder shall be erected and welded only after the welding of the horizontal
joint located just below the wind girder is completed.
2. Radial butt weld of wind girder shall be done as per
Drawing.
3. Ensure to complete Fit up and welding of Wind girder, spiral staircase & shell appurtenances
including nozzles of respective shell courses immediately after erection of the shell course
but before lifting of that particular shell course. Ensure to complete
4. All requisite NDT Testing and cleaning of shell as simultaneous operation before lifting of
shell course to avoid any operation at elevated height.
5. Ensure that Shell course as erected on Elevators is welded in all respects and verticality of
the same is maintained and all required NDT is completed for the said Shell Course.
6. Lift the Shell Course by Hydraulic Jacks maintaining normal lifting speed of the Hydraulic
Jacks (Normal Speed shall be 100mm per Minute); one lift cycle of 100 mm (i.e., one lifting
and one return stroke of jacks) takes up to 1.5 minutes.
7. Check visual verticality and roundness of the shell course at every 500mm interval.
Lifting operation can be aborted at any point in time by putting operating lever of Power pack
to Neutral position for power pack. Upon reaching to maximum required height required for
inserting next shell course plates, close valve after manifold to prevent accidental further
lifting of tank. .
8. Ensure to lift the Shell course at least 50mm more than the required clear shell height of the
next shell course. Required Height shall be calculated from the top of Elevators. This is to
ensure that Second Shell course Plates can be moved in place and Fit up Margin is available
for Circular Seam Fit up.
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9. Insert Rolled Plates for the Subsequent Shell Course under the Lifted Shell Course.

10. Erect Inserted shell course on Elevators along the periphery locating the vertical weld joints
as per orientation given in the Drawing. Provide adequate support on shell to maintain
verticality.
11. Adjust the plates and fit up the vertical joints by using erection tools.
12. After proper alignment, carry out tack welding of vertical joints. Check the dimensions
according to drawings.
13. Weld the vertical joint according to the approved weld procedure.
14. Lower the lifted part of the tank using jacks to sit on and align with the newly erected shell
course, leaving a gap of about 3 mm to allow weld penetration.
15. Thereafter weld the horizontal joints between these two shell courses.
16. Carefully check the verticality and roundness of each shell course and ensure that
tolerances are maintained as per API 650 standard.
17. All horizontal welds shall be performed by two or more welders 180o apart and welding in
the same direction.
18. Upon completion of the welding, cut off the lifting lugs and fend-off lugs, this will release the
load off the jacks, then drop down one jack at a time using a rope by opening all locks of the
jack. Carry out welding of lifting and fend-off lugs on newly erected Shell Course which is
resting on Elevators.
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19. Lift the completed Shell course adopting the same steps as explained above
20. Cycle of operations as above shall be repeated until the Bottom Shell Course is
erected successfully.
21. Before assembling / inserting the last (bottom-most) shell course, remove all the
stoppers. Erect plates of the bottom shell course directly on the tank annular plate.

22. After horizontal welding between the bottom-most and 2nd from bottom shell courses
is completed, cut off lifting and fend off lugs, and release load off the jacks.
23. Do not fix one smallest segment of Bottom Shell Course in order to facilitate removal of
jacking equipments. Upon releasing of jacks and settlement of tank remove jacking
equipments out of the tank and complete fit up of last segment (Alternately jacking
equipment can also be taken out through man way in bottom shell course.
24. Tack the shell course with annular plate/Bottom plate .after tacking tank roundness and
radius must be inspected at 300 mm above from the tank bottom.
25. Shell to annular or bottom plate inside joints root weld by means of penetrating oil or DPT as per
approved procedure.
26. RT works shall follow progressively the back log of RT works to be minimized.
27. Plumbness of the tank shall be checked after the completion of the shell courses. Acceptance
criteria API 650, ASTM A6M/A, ASTM A20M/A20, ASTM A480M/A480 (See the attachment No.2).
28. Flat supports & buckling shall be checked during and after the erection. Acceptance criteria as per
API 650, ASTM A6M/A, ASTM A20M/A20, ASTM A480M/A480 (See the attachment).
29. Radius of the tank shall be measured at 300mm above the bottom corner weld. Acceptance
criteria: API 650.
30. Peaking and banding should be inspected, using sweep board, during and after completion
of welding in order to avoid excessive deformation and stay within API 650 tolerances.
Check final elevations and verticality of the tank and carry out welding between bottom
shell course and annular plate.

 Shell Nozzles : Please refer to 6.16

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6.32 Floating Roof Construction

Pontoon Type
1. The floating deck shall be constructed on a platform built at the final maintenance height of the
floating deck.
2. Preferably the platform shall be built using adjustable props that shall be checked for safe load
and sufficient to carry the full weight of the floating deck.
3. Any suitable material not affecting steel shall be used for working surface with spacing less than
that of the membrane plate widths.
4. Before lying of the plates the platform shall be supported and fixed to avoid any horizontal
movement. Slope shall be checked prior to lying the plates.
5. All floating roof plates can be laid out on the platform starting from the center and working
towards the shell plate.
6. It is preferable to allow to extend past the required outside diameter of the floating deck.
(Approx. 5mm-10mm)
7. For deck plate’s fit and follows the same welding sequence applicable to bottom plate.
8. It is preferable to finish scaffolding works for the floating roof together with the completion of the
second course, the RT is completed at first shell horizontal joint.
9. Erection of the bulkheads of the floating roof will take place as following:
10. Lay the pontoon bottom plates, tack the bottom plate alternatively and weld the joints. Tack
remaining joints and weld. During tacking provide necessary stiffeners from the bottom of the
pontoon to the shell to keep the distance between shell to pontoon.
11. Complete pontoon bottom plate vacuum box test prior to outer rim to pontoon fit up.
12. Erect the outer rim plates and weld all vertical as per Drwg. tack weld pontoon to outer rim,
weld inside root pass, check penetrating oil test and complete the remaining
13. Welding sequence mentioned in bottom plates welding sequence shall be used for floating deck
welding.
14. Erect the bulkhead plates and angle frames with outer rim to pontoon bottom plate and tack
weld.
15. Erect the inner rim plates and weld all vertical as per Drwg. except one joint.
16. Complete inner rim to pontoon welding and carry out penetrating oil test
17. Testing of the vertical joints of the inner and outer vertical plates of the pontoon should be tested
as per approved ITP.
18. Before fitting the top plates of the pontoon all inspection activities shall be completed.
19. Lay on the pontoon top plate fit the pontoon top plate mark cut of man way, fit and weld. Leaving
one plate without tacking in every compartment. Move out the loose plate and complete inside
welding, also fit top pontoon stiffener angle. After completion of the welds remaining plates to be
positioned and weld .Complete all inside compartment welds
20. Visual examination shall be carried out and signed off by means of an inspection report.
21. All supports and fixtures can be fitted to the pontoon during and after fitting of the pontoon top
plates.
22. In the case of fixed roof support columns the well supports shall be fitted prior to installing the
roof columns.
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23. Once all welding of the support pipes to the deck is complete the supports can be fitted and
locking pins put into place.
24. The platform and props can then be removed.
25. At this point the floating deck seal can be installed following carefully the procedure provided by
the seal supplier.
26. All bleeder vents and fittings shall be completed and checked for correct operation.
27. In the case of column’s these are also fitted with seals and shall follow the approved drawing for
installation.
28. Once all welding and fitting is complete the deck shall then be tested by floating during the hydro
test.
29. It is recommended by the code that the deck shall travel to its full height during the hydro test to
ensure proper working conditions for correct spacing and sealing throughout.

6.33 Tank Inspection and Testing

1. Tank Inspection and Testing shall be as per the approved ITP and applicable standard.
2. Work instruction “HCC-6-2-07” shall be used for tank inspection and testing.
3. This shall cover all of the testing and inspection required including the NDT for the requirements
in accordance with both the code as well as the approved ITP
4. Hydro-test for the Roof Drain system must be carried out by Procedure for Hydrostatic pressure
test for Pipe Spool/Coils. “Doc No HCC-6-2-10”.
5. Hydro test for tank shall be accordance with Procedure for Hydrostatic test for Storage Tanks
Doc No.”HCC-6-2-G7”.
6. The rate of Filling and rate of discharge during Hydrostatic test shall be monitored and recorded
in accordance with the approved Hydrostatic Test Procedure.
7. Tank settlement shall be done as per API 650 and approved Hydro Test Procedure
8. The hydro test shall be done to the given standing time to allow for proper inspection before
release of the water, pressure test certificate shall be signed.
9. After completion of the hydro of the tank the internal shall be swept clean before final inspection
and box-up.
10. Site QC Manager shall provide copy of Hydro Test Report shall be provided to Engineering
Manager as part of the design validation review.

6.34 Surface Treatment

1. Painting shall be carried out as per the project specification.

2. Blasting and painting shall be accordance with Procedure for Painting Doc No. “HCC-6-1-G3”
and Work instruction “HCC 6-1-10 &HCC-6-1-11”.
3. Work instruction “HCC-6-1-12” shall be used surface preparation &Painting Inspection.
4. Work Instruction “HCC-6-1-13” shall be used for Measuring the Correct Dry film thickness of
paint on blasted steel work.
5. Thickness checks shall be done after each coat is completed and signed off by means of
inspection report.
6. Blasting and final painting at the same time, on the same tank shall not be acceptable,
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7. The painting procedure shall be followed during all stages of blasting and painting activities.
8. All safety requirements shall be followed as per the details mentioned in the Paint Manufacturers
Safety Data Sheet (MSDS).
9. Mixing and application procedures shall be as per the manufacture data sheet.
10. For Touch up and repair at damaged galvanized area refer to Procedure for Repair of Damaged
& Un-Galvanized Areas “Doc No.HCC-6-1-G5”.
11. For Galvanizing Inspection Work instruction “HCC-6-1-14” shall be used.
12. For Pickling and Passivation of Stainless Steel Weld shall be in accordance with “Doc No.HCC-
6-2-G8”.

6.35 Make Ready for Handover

1. When all painting is complete and inspection reports are signed off the tank may be prepared for
Final Inspection & Close-up Openings (Storage Tanks).
2. Quality Control Inspector shall complete the final inspection of the internal of the tank and sign
the inspection report prior to closing the tank.
3. Prior to site closing all QC documents shall be Compiled ,reviewed and forwarded to PSAL for
final submission to company
4. Site manager shall obtain approval for box-up (Closure of the tank).
5. The manhole covers shall be fitted using the specified gaskets and fasteners.
6. Gaskets used during the hydro test shall be replaced using new and final gaskets.
7. The manholes and nozzles shall be properly tighten and witness by QC inspectors.
8. Quality Control Inspector shall prepare a report on the inspection of all the fitting of manhole
covers and blind flanges.
9. Site manager shall obtain the final closure certificate.

7. RESOURCES
All required Resources including Safety, Quality and Technical Manpower shall be assigned by the
Project Director in order to meet the contractual requirements.

8. SECURITY AND SAFETY ARRANGEMENTS

Security and Safety shall be as per the project HSE Procedure.
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