SPECIFICATION FOR Rev 02

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REVISION CHANGE DETAILS

Rev Location of Change Brief Description of Change

01 General Modified / Developed to reflect Project-wide Inter-

discipline Requirements / Comments.
(Any changes on future
issues will be Indicated
with a ?)
Reformatted to comply with current document standard
02 General
format.
Revised where indicated thus:

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION.................................................................................................... 4
1.2 SYSTEMS EXCLUDED .......................................................................................... 4
1.4 ABBREVIATIONS................................................................................................... 4
2 CODES, STANDARDS AND REFERENCES ......................................................... 5
2.2 ORDER OF PRECEDENCE ................................................................................... 5
3 SCOPE OF WORK................................................................................................. 5
4 MATERIALS .......................................................................................................... 6
4.1 GENERAL.............................................................................................................. 6
4.2 MINERAL WOOL.................................................................................................... 6
4.3 CELLULAR GLASS ................................................................................................ 6
4.4 FLEXIBLE ELASTOMERIC FOAM ......................................................................... 6
4.5 NON-METALLIC INSULATION COVER/NOISE BARRIER COVER ........................ 7
4.6 STAINLESS STEEL CLADDING............................................................................. 7
4.7 PROPRIETARY INSULATION JACKETS ............................................................... 7
4.8 WIRE AND BANDING ............................................................................................ 7
4.9 EXPANDED METAL............................................................................................... 7
4.10 FASTENINGS ........................................................................................................ 7
4.11 S CLIPS................................................................................................................ 7
4.12 ADHESIVE, ANTI-ABRASION COMPOUND AND MASTIC SEALANT ................... 8
4.13 VAPOUR BARRIER ............................................................................................... 8
4.14 PACKAGING AND SHIPMENT............................................................................... 8
5 INSULATION SYSTEMS........................................................................................ 8
6 CLASSIFICATION AND DESIGNATION................................................................ 8
6.1 INSULATION SELECTION..................................................................................... 8
6.2 CLASSIFICATION.................................................................................................. 9
6.3 DESIGNATION OF SYSTEMS ............................................................................... 9
7 APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS ........................................................................ 10
7.1 GENERAL............................................................................................................ 10
7.2 MINERAL WOOL.................................................................................................. 11
7.3 CELLULAR GLASS .............................................................................................. 11
7.4 FLEXIBLE ELASTOMERIC FOAM ....................................................................... 11
7.5 STAINLESS STEEL CLADDING........................................................................... 11
8 PAINTING ............................................................................................................ 11
8.1 GENERAL............................................................................................................ 11
9 INSULATION OF HOT SURFACES IN HAZARDOUS AREAS ............................ 12
9.1 GENERAL............................................................................................................ 12
10 QUALITY CONTROL, CERTIFICATION AND GUARANTEES............................. 12
10.1 GENERAL............................................................................................................ 12
11 ACOUSTIC INSULATION SPECIFICATION ........................................................ 12
11.1 SCOPE ................................................................................................................ 12
11.2 DESIGN AND MATERIALS .................................................................................. 12
TABLE 1 WINTERISATION.................................................................................................... 14
TABLE 2 - INSULATION THICKNESS - FOR HEAT CONSERVATION OFFSHORE................. 15
TABLE 3 - INSULATION THICKNESS - FOR HEAT CONSERVATION ONSHORE................... 16
TABLE 4 NUMBER & THICKNESS OF INSULATION LAYERS (MINERAL WOOL)................ 17
TABLE 5 PERSONNEL PROTECTION .................................................................................. 18
TABLE 6 COLD CONSERVATION......................................................................................... 19
TABLE 7 - INSULATION THICKNESS - FOR COLD CONSERVATION ONSHORE .................. 20
TABLE 8 - INSULATION THICKNESS - FOR CONDENSATION CONTROL ONSHORE........... 21
TABLE 9 HEAT CONSERVATION- ECONOMIC THICKNESS OF FLEXIBLE
ELASTOMERIC FOAM (MM).................................................................................. 22

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1 INTRODUCTION

1.1 PURPOSE
This document defines the minimum technical requirements for the design, supply, storage,
application and inspection of thermal and acoustic insulation of pipe work and equipment
for onshore and offshore oil and gas exploration and production facilities to be operated by
Sakhalin Energy Investment Company, Ltd (SEIC).

1.2 SYSTEMS EXCLUDED

All HVAC and architectural services
Risers and sub sea pipe work
Proprietary mechanical packages
Accommodation areas

1.3 DISTRIBUTION, INTENDED USE AND REGULATORY CONSIDERATIONS

Unless otherwise authorised by SEIC, the distribution of this document is confined to the
nominated Contractors and Suppliers.

1.4 DEFINITIONS
1.4.1 General definitions
The standard general definitions below shall be included if the words defined are used in
the particular document:
The Contractor is the party, which carries out all or part of the design, engineering,
procurement, construction, commissioning or management of a project or
operation/maintenance of a facility. The Principal may undertake all or part of the duties of
the Contractor.
The Supplier/Manufacturer is the party, which manufactures or supplies equipment and
services to perform the duties specified by the Contractor.
The Principal is Sakhalin Energy Investment Company, Ltd. (SEIC) - the party, which
initiates the project and ultimately pays for its design and construction. The Principal will
generally specify the technical requirements. The Principal may also include an agent or
consultant authorised to act for, and on behalf of, the Principal.
The word shall indicates a requirement.
The word should indicates a recommendation.

1.4 ABBREVIATIONS
ASME - American Society of Mechanical Engineers
BS British Standard
CINI - Stichting Isolatie Nederlandse Industrie
ISO International Organization for Standardization
NDE Non-Destructive Examination
SEIC - Sakhalin Energy Investment Company, Ltd.

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2 CODES, STANDARDS AND REFERENCES

2.1 In conjunction with this specification, the latest editions of the Codes, Standards,
Regulations and References listed below shall be applicable:

Definitions of terms relating to thermal insulating materials ASTM C168

Stainless and heat-resisting chromium steel plate, sheet and strip ASTM C176
Test for density of preformed pipe-covering type thermal insulation ASTM C302
Test for density of preformed block type thermal insulation ASTM C303
Sampling and acceptance of preformed thermal insulation ASTM C390
Mineral fibre preformed pipe insulation ASTM C547
Mineral fibre blanket insulation and blanket type pipe insulation ASTM C592
Mineral fibre block and board thermal insulation ASTM C612
Surface burning characteristics ASTM E84
Insulation for industries CINI
Acoustics; materials for acoustical applications; determinations of airflow ISO 9053
resistance

Standards equivalent to those listed above may be substituted upon specific approval by
the Principal. Approval of equivalent standards shall not relieve the Supplier or Contractor
from compliance with specific codes and standards applicable to materials offered.

2.2 ORDER OF PRECEDENCE

The order of precedence shall be as follows:
Material requisition (where applicable)
Data sheets
This specification
SEIC specifications referenced herein
Industry codes and standards referenced herein.
In case of any conflict between specifications, data sheets, enquiry documents, scope of
work or drawings, or any lack of clear definition as to the applicability of any specification or
standard, Supplier shall obtain a written clarification from Purchaser. Purchaser 's approval
of Supplier's drawings/specifications in no case absolves Supplier for deviations contained
therein, unless such deviations are clearly brought to Purchaser 's attention, and Purchaser
s written approval is received.
In case of conflict between the English and Russian versions of this specification, the
English version shall take precedence.

3 SCOPE OF WORK
3.1 The Project facilities design shall include piping and equipment drawings together with the
line list, equipment list and other documents deemed necessary to enable the Contractor
to measure, plan, organise and install the required insulation.
3.2 Pipe work and equipment shall be insulated where stated on the line list and isometric for
pipe work, and on the equipment data sheet for equipment.
3.3 Operating temperatures shall be used as the basis for the selection of insulation thickness,
as defined on the line lists, or equipment data sheets. Temperature used for the selection
of materials shall be the design temperature.
3.4 This Specification shall not be applied to compressors, pumps and other rotating
equipment, including exhausts for turbines.
3.5 The Contractor shall supply, store and install the insulation in accordance with this
specification and the specifications/standards referred within.

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3.6 The insulation shall be applied by competent workmen, with suitable experience in the
class of work, and shall be executed in accordance with CINI-Insulation for Industries.
3.7 The Contractor shall comply with all statutory offshore and onshore health and safety
requirements.
3.8 Where a line or equipment is designated as requiring two classes of insulation, and the
insulating system and method is the same for both classes, the most stringent shall apply.
If the insulating systems are different for both classes, then both systems shall be applied.
3.9 Valves, flanges, vessel manway covers, nozzles and flanges on equipment shall only be
insulated on the following systems:
a) Cold conservation
b) Acoustic insulation (Class C)
c) Electrically traced lines
d) Winterisation
e) Lines operating above 205C in hazardous areas
3.9.1 For winterisation and electrically traced lines, the flanges, valves etc shall be insulated
using proprietary insulation jackets.
3.9.2 For cold insulation, acoustic class C insulation and for lines operating above 205 degree C
in hazardous areas, the piping insulation covering over the flanges, valves etc shall be to
the same specification and thickness as that applied to the pipe. Upstream of any valve,
flange, etc. the system shall be terminated at a distance that would allow the removal of the
bolts. The insulation shall then be re-started downstream, so that if the insulation is
removed from the valves, flanges etc, the pipe insulation remains sealed and deluge proof.

4 MATERIALS

4.1 GENERAL
4.1.1 All materials shall:
a) be of water repellent grade
b) have a low leachable halide concentration
c) be non-combustible
d) have low smoke emission
e) be resistant to sunlight and UV radiation
f) have Lloyds approval for use in all areas of an Offshore platform

4.2 MINERAL WOOL

4.2.1 Rigid mineral wool pre formed sections and slabs, having a minimum density 125 kg/m 3
3
(Density range 125 150 kg/m )
4.2.2 For acoustic insulation, only flexible or semi-rigid mineral wool complying with the
requirements of Section 11.0 shall be used.

4.3 CELLULAR GLASS

4.3.1 Rigid pre-formed cellular glass shall have a minimum density of 120 kg/m 3, compressive
strength of 7 kg/cm and nil vapour permeability.
4.3.2 To be a minimum of two coat system.

4.4 FLEXIBLE ELASTOMERIC FOAM

4.4.1 Pre-formed pipe sections shall have a minimum density of 50 kg/m 3 , be closed cell and
have nil vapour permeability.
4.4.2 To be applied in a single layer

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4.5 NON-METALLIC INSULATION COVER/NOISE BARRIER COVER

4.5.1 The cover shall be a weatherproof, non-permeable, fire-resistant non-metallic type cover.
4.5.2 It shall be a dry applied system
4.5.3 Where the cover is used on cold lines, the insulation Manufacturer shall confirm that the
covering will also act as a vapour barrier. If this is not the case, a vapour barrier shall be
applied prior to the top cover.
4.5.4 If the insulation cover is applied at site, it shall be in accordance with the Manufacturers
recommendations.
4.5.5 The cover thickness shall be as recommended by the insulation Manufacturer, shall be
robust to withstand a hostile environment, and be easily repairable without losing its
integrity.
4.5.6 The cover shall not degrade in sunlight or UV radiation.

4.6 STAINLESS STEEL CLADDING

4.6.1 The use of stainless steel cladding sheets in accordance with BS 1449 Tape 316 S33 shall
be allowed for:
Areas which are exposed to high levels of mechanical damage
This shall be applied in addition to non-metallic covering
4.6.2 Stainless steel cladding shall be 0.6 mm thick for sizes up to 10 NB and 08.mm thick for
sizes above 10 NB and equipment.
4.6.3 All low points in cladding shall be provided with drain holes to prevent collection of water.

4.7 PROPRIETARY INSULATION JACKETS

The jackets shall be:
a) designed to be suitable for required shape
b) easily removable
c) prevent ingress of water
d) suitable for temperature range, and fire resistant.
e) resistant to sunlight and UV radiation

4.8 WIRE AND BANDING

All tie wire shall be 316 stainless steel 0.7 mm diameter.
All banding shall be 316 stainless steel, for size up to 4 NB banding shall be 13mm wide x
0.4mm thick, for size greater than 4 and equipment banding shall be 20mm wide x 0.4 mm
thick.

4.9 EXPANDED METAL

Where guards are used for personnel protection, 304 stainless steel expanded metal shall
be used.

4.10 FASTENINGS
Nuts, bolts self-tapping screws and other fastenings shall be 316 stainless steel.

4.11 S CLIPS
4.11.1 S clips shall be of 316 stainless steel and minimum thickness 0.4 mm

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4.12 ADHESIVE, ANTI-ABRASION COMPOUND AND MASTIC SEALANT

Joint sealant, anti-abrasion compound and adhesive used for insulation shall be as
recommended by the insulation Manufacturer.
4.12.2 They shall be suitable for the temperature range and shall be fire-resistant.

4.13 VAPOUR BARRIER

The vapour barrier shall comprise of two layers of vapour barrier compound with scrim cloth
in between. The scrim cloth shall be evenly woven fibreglass cloth. The vapour barrier
shall be non-permeable, suitable for the temperature range, shall be fire resistant.

4.14 PACKAGING AND SHIPMENT

Packaging and shipment of materials shall be in accordance with Suppliers standard. All
containers shall be legibly marked with the name of the supplier, insulation size, type,
density, quantity contained and gross weight in kilograms.

5 INSULATION SYSTEMS

The following basic insulating systems shall be used:

System 1
Rigid mineral wool preformed sections or slabs.
System 2
Guards fabricated from expanded metal mesh to 0.0794-SF-304 grade stainless steel ,
maximum mesh dimensions 50mm suitably stiffened for rigidity.
Stand-off from surfaces shall be 75 mm wherever possible. Clamps shall be insulated from
hot or cold surfaces, to stop heat/cold transfer.
Expanded metal shall provide a minimum open area of 75%.
System 3
Electrically traced with insulation as defined in System 1.
System 4
Flexible or semi-rigid mineral wool
System 5
Cellular glass pre-formed sections
System 6
Flexible elastomer foam pipe sections
System 7
Electrically traced with insulation as defined in System 6.

6 CLASSIFICATION AND DESIGNATION

6.1 INSULATION SELECTION

6.1.1 The classification and thickness shall be shown on isometrics, line lists P&IDs etc., where
applicable.
6.1.2 On P&IDs the basic classification shall be added to the line definition number.
Example: 8 PL 12135 11490 H, where H denoted Class H heat conversion

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6.2 CLASSIFICATION

The following classifications shall be used as applicable to this project:

Class H = Heat conservation
Class HA = Heat conservation incorporating acoustic

Class PG = Personnel Protection (guards)

Class PP = Personnel Protection (insulation)
Class PA = Personnel Protection incorporating Acoustic insulation

Class EP = Electrical Tracing (Process)

Class EW = Electrical Tracing (Winterisation)
Class EA = Heat Tracing incorporating acoustic insulation

Class A = Acoustic insulation

Class CC = Cold Conservation

Class CA = Cold Conservation incorporating acoustic insulation

Class PC = Anti- Condensation

6.3 DESIGNATION OF SYSTEMS

6.3.1 Class H Heat conservation
For lines 2 and below, operating from 0C to 115C, select system 6, thickness to table 9.
For all other applications select system 1, thickness to Table 2 for Offshore or Table 3 for
Onshore.
6.3.2 Class PP/PG Personnel Protection
Personnel protection is to be provided for piping (including flanges and valves) and
equipment that is operating at temperatures in excess of 65 deg C, and is within 2m
vertically and 1 metre horizontally of the deck, platform, ladders, or normal path of travel by
personnel.
For protection from hot surfaces operating above 65 deg C, use guards as System 2, set at
a distance of 75 mm from the surface.
For protection from hot surfaces operating above 205 deg C, which are hazardous areas,
and, in places where guards are impractical, use System 1 with thickness as in table 5.
6.3.3 Class EP Electrical tracing on Process lines.
For lines 2 and below, operating from 0C to 115C, select system 6, thickness to table
9.For all other applications select system 3, thickness to table 2 for Offshore or table 3 for
Onshore.
6.3.4 Class EW Winterisation plus electric tracing
For lines 2 and below, maintaining a temperature above 0C, select system 6, thickness to
table 9.For lines 3 and above select system 3, thickness to table 2 for Offshore or table 3
for Onshore.
Note The isometric will show the extent of the insulation for classes EP and EW.
6.3.5 Class A Acoustic Insulation
This class has three levels of noise protection that are defined in section 11.0
Class A = AA
Class B = AB
Class C = AC
System 4 to be used in accordance with section 11.0

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6.3.6 Class HA, EA and PA Thermal Incorporating Acoustic Insulation

System 4 to be used throughout, the thickness shall be:
HAA Thickness in table 2 or 50 mm, whichever is the greater (see section 11.0)
HAB - Thickness in table 2 or 100 mm, whichever is the greater (see section 11.0)
HAC - Thickness in table 2 or 100 mm, whichever is the greater (see section 11.0)
PAA 50 mm (see section 11.0)
PAB 100 mm (see section 11.0)
PAC 100 mm (see section 11.0)
6.3.7 Class CC Cold Conservation
System 5, thickness to table 6.for offshore or table 7 for onshore.
6.3.8 Class CA Cold Conservation plus Acoustic
This class is split into three different types CAA (class A), CAB (class B) and CAC (class
C).
For cold use System 5, thickness to table 5, plus for Acoustic use System 4, thickness see
11.0 The cold system including vapour barrier shall be applied first, and the Acoustic
system applied over the cold system.
6.3.9 Class PC Anti-Condensation
System 5, thickness to Table 8.
Note The three letter designation for acoustic insulation i.e.HAA,HAB etc.shall be
referenced on isometric drawings only.

7 APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

7.1 GENERAL
7.1.1 The application of insulation shall conform to the requirements of this specification and the
codes and specifications referred to within.
7.1.2 All surfaces to be insulated shall be dry and clean, free from oil, grease and dirt and shall
be painted to the project Specification (see section 8.0).
7.1.3 Insulation materials shall be protected from the elements and kept completely dry prior to
application and completion using permanent weather barriers. If insulation should get wet it
shall be removed and replaced.
7.1.4 Pipe work insulation shall be carried out with rigid pre-formed sectional material. All tees
shall be insulated with mitred sections of the same material and thickness as that used for
straight piping. Bends and elbows can be insulated with mitre sections as above, or pre-
formed bends can be utilised.
7.1.5 Insulation shall be installed to the Insulation Manufacturers standard instructions.
7.1.6 The thickness of insulation shall be as specified in the appropriate Tables of this
specification, as applicable to the duty. The number of layers of mineral wool insulation
shall be as specified in Table 4 of this specification, but shall be a minimum of two layers
for cold conservation.
7.1.7 Permanent terminations shall be fully vapour sealed and waterproofed.
7.1.8 All lateral joints between pre-formed insulation sections shall be staggered. Additional
layers of insulation shall be applied in the same manner as the first layer, with lateral and
end joints staggered over the preceding layer so that no joints coincide, except where they
cross at right angles.
7.1.9 All joints shall be tightly butted together so as to eliminate voids.
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7.1.10 At all flanges the insulation shall be cut at a 45 bevel to allow bolt removal without causing
damage to the insulation.

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Insulation shall be continuous at all points of support.

Provision shall be made to prevent seepage of water down pipe hangers into the insulation.
7.1.13 Where paintwork and insulation is damaged or removed, the damaged insulation shall be
removed, the paintwork made good, and the insulation re-applied in accordance with this
specification.
7.1.14 Contraction joints shall be provided as required.

7.2 MINERAL WOOL

7.2.1 Each mineral wool insulation layer shall be secured with stainless steel bands or wire
throughout.
7.2.2 Equipment shall be insulated with rigid slabs, bevelled lags or flexible mattresses.
Standard pipe sections shall be used where diameter permits.
7.2.3 Rigid slab insulation shall be laid with staggered joints and secured with banding at 250mm
centres. When the bands are in position there shall be no cracks or open joints.
7.2.4 Rigid slab insulation for heads of vessels shall be segmental in shape, held together with
binding wire.
7.2.5 All joints shall be covered with self-adhesive metal foil tape.

7.3 CELLULAR GLASS

7.3.1 Anti-abrasive compound, as recommended by the insulation Manufacturer, shall be applied
to the inside surface of the insulation. It shall not be applied directly onto the pipe work.
7.3.2 Adhesive, as recommended by the insulation Manufacturer, shall be applied to all butt
joints. The selection of the adhesive shall be based on the temperature range of the pipe
work/vessel and its compatibility with the protective coating on the pipe work/vessel.
7.3.3 Stainless steel bands shall secure the cellular glass. This shall be positioned at centres as
recommended by the insulation Manufacturer.
7.3.4 All joints shall be covered with self-adhesive metal tape.
7.3.5 Vapour barrier, as recommended by the insulation Manufacturer, shall be applied to each
layer of insulation.
7.3.6 Vapour barrier, as recommended by the insulation Manufacturer, shall be applied to outer
coating.

7.4 FLEXIBLE ELASTOMERIC FOAM

7.4.1 Pipe section insulation shall be used throughout, this shall be applied in one layer.
7.4.2 The insulation shall be glued with the Manufacturers recommended adhesive and in
accordance with his recommendations.
7.4.3 All joints shall be covered with self-adhesive metal foil tape.

7.5 STAINLESS STEEL CLADDING

7.5.1 All joints shall be completed with mastic to ensure that the cladding is deluge proof, and the
sheeting sections are arranged to shed water.
7.5.2 Self-tapping screws shall not be used.

8 PAINTING

8.1 GENERAL
8.1.1 All lines and equipment to be insulated shall be fully painted in accordance with the
specification 1000-S-90-38-S-6010-00-Painting and Coating specification.

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9 INSULATION OF HOT SURFACES IN HAZARDOUS AREAS

9.1 GENERAL
9.1.1 Where in hazardous areas the surface temperatures of pipe/equipment exceeds 205C, the
insulation shall apply to all components and the system shall be sealed to inhibit the
possible ingress of gases

10 QUALITY CONTROL, CERTIFICATION AND GUARANTEES

10.1 GENERAL
10.1.1 All work is to be carried out in accordance with the insulation Contractors Quality Control
Plan which is to be approved by SEIC or their nominated representative.
10.1.2 SEIC or their nominated representative shall have the right to test and inspect all work and
materials on site or at the factory, to verify that the requirements of the specifications and
codes with regard to manufacture, supply and installation have been met. Such inspection
shall not relieve the Contractor from full responsibility for the quality and correctness of the
materials and or work.

11 ACOUSTIC INSULATION SPECIFICATION

11.1 SCOPE
11.1.1 This specification covers the minimum requirements for materials and application of
acoustic insulation for pipe work and valves with reference to the Acoustic Insulation
Schedule. It does not cover acoustic insulation of other equipment (vessels, machinery,
etc).

11.2 DESIGN AND MATERIALS

11.2.1 The construction and installation of acoustic pipe insulation shall be generally in
accordance with the requirements of ISO 9053 Acoustics;Materials for Acoustical
applications;determinations of airflow resistance and with this specification.
11.2.2 Where lines have combined classes, with the exception of cold insulation, the greater
requirement for thickness and cladding of the two shall apply. The mineral wool insulation
layer shall be of a semi-rigid or flexible blanket grade only. Where cold insulation is part of
a combined requirement, both cold insulation and mineral wool shall be applied. The full
cold system shall be applied first, including the vapour barrier, then the acoustic system
shall be applied on top.
11.2.3 Acoustic pipe insulation shall be either types A,B, C as defined below:
Class A
Acoustic insulation shall comprise of an insulating layer of mineral wool, 50 mm thick. The
wool shall have a density of between 125-150 kg/m2 and a flow resistivity in the range of
25000-75000 Ns/m4.
Flexible noise barrier, min 2.5 mm thick, density min 5 kg/m 2, (by Noisco, Revac or
equivalent)
Non-metallic top covering.
Flanges and valves do not require insulation.
Pipe supports shall be insulated down to steel base.
Class B
Acoustic insulation shall comprise of an insulating layer of mineral wool, 100 mm thick.

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The wool shall have a density of between 125-150 kg/m3 and a flow resistivity in the range
of 25000-75000 Ns/m4.
Flexible noise barrier, min 2.5 mm thick, density min 5 k/m2 (by Noisco, Revac or
equivalent)
Non-metallic top covering.
Flanges and valves do not require insulation.
Pipe supports shall be insulated down to steel base.
Class C
Acoustic insulation shall comprise of an insulating layer of mineral wool, 100 mm thick. The
wool shall have a density of between 125-150 kg/m3 and a flow resistivity in the range of
25000-75000 Ns/m4.
Flexible noise barrier, min 2.5 min thick, density min 10 kg/m2.
Non-metallic top covering.
Flanges and valves do require insulation
Pipe supports shall be insulated down to steel base.
11.2.4 Where localised reduction in thickness may occur, due to space constraints, the
construction detail for the specified thickness shall be maintained.
11.2.5 All materials shall be suitable for the operating temperatures and for the chemical nature of
the environment. They shall conform to the specification for thermal insulation and to any
relevant requirements for compatibility and surface spread of flame.
11.2.6 To attain the rated performance of the specified insulation, it is essential that the flexible
noise barrier is sealed to prevent noise leakage. This shall be achieved by provision of
overlapped joints combined with self-adhesive metal foil tape.
11.2.7 Suitable materials for anti-vibration seals are synthetic rubber and natural rubber. The anti-
vibration seal may also be required to act as a waterproof seal, and the material shall be
suitable for this duty. Where these materials are not compatible with the operating
temperature, the seal shall be made from compressed porous-layer material, with continuity
of vapour barrier maintained as far as practicable.
11.2.8 Rigid spacers, as used in distance rings for thermal insulation, shall not be used in acoustic
insulation. Where it is necessary to use spacers, they shall contain a resilient element to
reduce the transmission of vibrations from the pipe. Where necessary the resilient element
shall have a built-in mechanical stop in the direction normal to the pipe axis in order to limit
its mechanical deflection.
11.2.9 With vertical pipes, any supports which carry the weight of the cladding shall contain
resilient elements to reduce the transmission of vibrations from the pipe. Where necessary,
these resilient elements should contain mechanical stops to limit excess movement.
11.2.10 Resilient elements shall not be loaded to such an extent that their operational range of
deflections is exceeded.
11.2.11 For Class C insulation, there shall be vibration isolation between the pipe support and the
base in order to achieve the specified acoustic performance. The vibration isolating
materials shall be selected for the required mechanical properties as well as the acoustic
properties.

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TABLE 1 WINTERISATION

Pipe Size (Ins NB) Insulation Thickness mm

Below 1 25
1 1/2 25
2 25
3 25
4 25
6 25
8 25
10 25
12 25
14 and above none

Notes:
1) The thicknesses stated are insulation only and exclude any finishing material
2) In accordance with BS 5422

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TABLE 2 INSULATION THICKNESS - FOR HEAT CONSERVATION OFFSHORE

INCLUDING ELECTRICALLY TRACED PIPING AND EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON OFFSHORE

FACILITIES ONLY.

ECONOMIC THICKNESS OF MINERAL FIBRE (mm)

OPERATING TEMPERATURE (DEG C)

PIPE SIZE 50 & 51 100 101 150 151 200 201 250 251 - 300
(INS NB) BELOW

25 25 30 30 30 30
25 25 30 30 30 30
1 25 30 30 30 30 30
1 25 30 30 30 40 40
2 25 30 30 40 40 50
3 30 30 30 40 50 50
4 30 30 40 50 50 60
6 30 40 50 50 60 70
8 30 40 50 60 70 80
10 30 40 60 70 80 90
12 30 40 60 70 80 90
14 50 50 60 70 80 90
16 50 50 60 70 80 100
18 50 50 70 70 90 100
20 50 50 70 80 90 110
24 & above 50 80 100 110 130 140
Vessels 50 80 100 110 130 140

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TABLE 3 - INSULATION THICKNESS - FOR HEAT CONSERVATION ONSHORE

INCL. ELECTRICALLY TRACED PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

FOR USE ON SAKHALIN II PROJECT ONSHORE PROCESSING FACILITY

Pipe Diameter Fluid Operating Temperature C

Inches
50 100 150 200 250 300 350

1 35 40 40 40 40 40 40
2 35 40 40 50 50 60 60
3 40 40 40 50 60 60 80
4 40 40 50 60 60 80 80
6 40 50 60 60 70 80 90
8 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
10 40 50 70 80 90 100 100
12/14 60 60 70 80 90 100 110
16/18 60 60 80 80 100 110 120
20 60 60 80 90 100 120 150
24 to Flat 60 90 110 120 140 150 150

Notes:

1) Insulation material mineral wool pipe sections and slab, weather covering is mastic.
2) Thicknesses greater than 50mm are to be applied in multiple layers.
3) For temperatures outside the range given use the next highest temperature to determine the
required insulation thickness.

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TABLE 4 NUMBER & THICKNESS OF INSULATION LAYERS (MINERAL WOOL)

Total Thickness Number of Inner Layer Middle Layer Outer Layer

(mm) Layers (mm) (mm) (mm)
25 1 - - 25

30 1 - - 30

40 1 - - 40

50 1 - - 50

60 2 30 - 30

70 2 30 - 40

80 2 40 - 40

90 2 40 - 40

100 2 50 - 50

120 3 40 40 40

150 3 50 50 50

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TABLE 5 PERSONNEL PROTECTION

ECONOMIC THICKNESS OF MINERAL FIBRE (mm)

OPERATING TEMPERATURE (DEG C)

Pipe Size 205 & Below 206 250 450 550
(INS N.B.) (see note 1) (see note 1)

1 and below Use guards 25 40

(75mm)
1.5 25 40
Use guards
2 (75mm) 25 40

3 Use guards 25 50
(75mm)
4 25 50
Use guards
6 (75mm) 25 50

8 Use guards 25 50
(75mm)
10 25 50
Use guards
12 (75mm) 25 50

14 Use guards 25 50
(75mm)
16 25 50
Use guards
18 (75mm) 25 50

20 Use guards 40 65
(75mm)
24 40 65
Use guards
FLAT (75mm) 40 65

Use guards
(75mm)

Use guards
(75mm)

Use guards
(75mm)

Use guards
(75mm)

Use guards
(75mm)
Notes:

1. Insulation only to be applied on lines/equipment, which are in hazardous areas, operating within this
temperature range.

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TABLE 6 COLD CONSERVATION

ECONOMIC THICKNESS OF CELLULAR GLASS (mm)

OPERATING TEMPERATURE (DEG C)

PIPE SIZE 0 to -20 -21 TO 40 -41 TO 60 -61 TO 80 -81 TO -100
(INS N.B.)

1 & below 40 50 60 65 80

1 50 50 65 80 80

2 50 50 65 80 80

3 50 60 75 90 100

4 50 60 75 90 100

6 60 70 80 90 100

8 60 70 80 100 110

10 60 70 90 100 110

12 60 70 90 100 120

14 60 70 90 110 120

16 60 70 90 110 120

18 60 80 90 110 120

20 60 80 100 110 130

24 60 80 100 110 130

Flat 60 90 110 130 150

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TABLE 7 - INSULATION THICKNESS - FOR COLD CONSERVATION ONSHORE

FOR USE ON SAKHALIN II PROJECT ONSHORE PROCESSING FACILITY

Pipe Diameter Fluid Operating Temperature C

Inches
10 to 0 -20 -40 -60 -80 -100

1 38 38 50 50 65 80
2 38 38 50 65 80 80
3 38 50 65 80 80 90
4 38 50 65 80 90 90
6 38 50 65 80 90 115
8 38 50 65 80 90 115
10 38 50 80 90 115 125
12/14 38 65 80 90 115 125
16/18 38 65 80 115 125 140
20 38 65 90 115 125 140
24 to Flat 38 65 115 125 140 150

Notes:

1) Insulation material cellular glass pipe sections and slabs.

2) Thicknesses greater than 40mm are to be applied in multiple layers.
3) For temperatures outside the range given use the next highest temperature to determine the
required insulation thickness.

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TABLE 8 - INSULATION THICKNESS - FOR CONDENSATION CONTROL ONSHORE

FOR USE ON SAKHALIN II PROJECT ONSHORE PROCESSING FACILITY

Pipe Diameter Fluid Operating Temperature C

Inches
10 to 0 -20 -40 -60 -80 -100 -120

1 25 25 40 40 50 65 65
2 25 25 40 50 65 65 75
3 25 40 50 65 65 75 90
4 25 40 50 65 75 75 90
6 25 40 50 65 75 90 100
8 25 40 50 65 75 90 100
10 25 40 65 75 90 100 115
12/14 25 50 65 75 90 100 115
16/18 25 50 65 90 100 100 125
20 25 50 65 90 100 100 125
24 to Flat 38 50 75 90 100 115 125

Notes:

1) Insulation material wool pipe sections and slab, weather covering is mastic.
2) Thicknesses greater than 40mm are to be applied in multiple layers.
3) For temperatures outside the range given use the next highest temperature to determine the
required insulation thickness.

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TABLE 9 HEAT CONSERVATION- ECONOMIC THICKNESS OF FLEXIBLE ELASTOMERIC

FOAM (MM)

OPERATING TEMPERATURE (DEG C)

PIPE SIZE 0 50 51 100 101 - 115

(INS NB)

25 25 30

25 25 30

1 25 30 30

1 25 30 30

2 25 30 30

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