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RECORD OF REVISIONS
Date Revision Details Revision Number
13.09.12 Issued for Implementation 0
07.02.13 Revised as marked & re-issued for implementation 1
29.07.2013 Issued for Implementation 2
Revised as below :
Clause 2.16
Clause 2.3
Clause 6.5
Clause no. 11 Appendix A Type 1
Appendix B New vendor & their products added.
Appendix C Painting Schedule C Code Cf
Painting Schedule F Code Fh
Painting Schedule L Code Le
Painting Schedule R Code Rj
Painting Schedule R Code Rk
Painting Schedule R Code Rl
Painting Schedule R Code Rm
J3 Program 10080-1-SS-PP-014
Standard Specification Date: 29/07/2013, Rev. 2
Contents
1. Purpose: ........................................................................................................................... 4
2. Scope: ............................................................................................................................... 4
3. Definitions: ....................................................................................................................... 5
4. Abbreviations: .................................................................................................................. 6
5. Codes and Standards: ....................................................................................................... 6
6. Basic Design/Assembly/Methodology: ............................................................................ 7
7. Accessories: .................................................................................................................... 22
8. Inspection and Testing: .................................................................................................. 22
9. Preparation for shipment: .............................................................................................. 25
10. Vendor Data Requirement: ............................................................................................ 26
11. Attachments: .................................................................................................................. 27
APPENDIX A - Type of Painting / Coating Systems ................................................................... 27
APPENDIX B - List of Approved Paint / Coating Systems ......................................................... 33
APPENDIX C - Schedules of Painting......................................................................................... 36
APPENDIX D - Colour Equivalent Standards ............................................................................. 50
APPENDIX E - SURFACE PREPARATION AND COATING INSPECTION FORM ........................................ 52
APPENDIX F - QC Check List ........................................................................................................ 54
J3 Program 10080-1-SS-PP-014
Standard Specification Date: 29/07/2013, Rev. 2
1. Purpose:
The purpose of this standard specification is to establish uniform standards for Field
& Shop Painting at sites / suppliers shop.
2. Scope:
2.1 This STANDARD SPECIFICATION covers the general requirements for the
manufacturing, application and quality control of field & shop painting for Tanks,
Vessels, Columns, Equipment, Piping and Structural steels operating at various
temperature ranges from ambient to 600C.
2.2 The detailed Design and Engineering of Coating/ painting shall cover
Avoiding of Corrosion on steel surfaces.
Compliance with safety requirements and health hazards.
Compliance with process conditions / environmental requirements.
Economical painting thickness for maximum surface protection.
Maximum Service life with lowest cost.
2.3 Complete painting system shall be applied in fabricators or coating applicators shop
for equipments, structurals, piping, etc. prior to shipment to the site for erection.
Field painting shall be limited to field welds and repairs of damaged areas only.
2.4 Coating / Painting shall be used as mentioned in Appendix C for stainless steel and
Aluminium surfaces.
2.5 All steel stair treads, open grid flooring and steel gratings shall only be galvanised
and no painting shall be done.
2.6 For CS / AS Equipment and Piping which are to be insulated also should be painted to
protect the surface from Corrosion under Insulation (CUI).
2.7 Concrete and Buildings or splash zones or submerged zones painting are not covered
under this STANDARD SPECIFICATION.
2.8 References to SSPC (Steel Structures Painting Council Standards) shall be understood
and shall be followed.
2.9 Work described shall be performed by the Coating Subcontractor and all required
tools, equipment, coatings, solvents and others, if any necessary to complete the
work shall be furnished by Subcontractor.
2.10 The Coating Subcontractor shall comply with all applicable laws, regulations,
ordinances, etc., of the city, county, state, province or nation pertaining to his work
and coating materials. It is a mandatory requirement that all operatives working to
this procedure take full cognizance and implement necessary safety precautions.
2.11 Reliances Inspector shall have free access at all times to the work being performed
by the Subcontractor.
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2.12 Coating Manufacturer's latest approved and published instructions for application
and system combinations of coatings shall be followed. Superimposed primers and
coatings shall be compatible to the surfaces. In the event of conflicts, differences
shall be bought to the Reliance / Subcontractor's coating specialist for resolution.
2.13 For equipment that has received shop primer coated, the Field Coating
Subcontractor shall touch-up primer coat and apply additional coats in accordance
with the coating schedule. It is the Subcontractor's responsibility to ensure
compatibility between shop and field applied paint systems.
2.14 Proper precautions shall be taken to protect other surfaces from abrasive blasting,
coating over spray and spatter. Damage to other surfaces or equipment shall be
repaired by the Field Coating Subcontractor at his expense.
2.15 The Field Coating Subcontractor shall submit surface preparation and application
procedures for review and acceptance by Owner / Reliance.
2.16 For marine facilities painting, refer 10020-PS-GAW-1045.
3. Definitions:
Owner: Shall mean Reliance.
Owners Representative: Person(s) / Inspector(s) duly authorized by Owner /
Construction Manager.
Contractor: The Contractor is the party that carries out all or part of the design,
engineering, procurement, installation, application and commissioning or
management of a project or operation of a facility.
Manufacturer/Supplier: The Manufacturer/Supplier is the party that manufactures
or supplies the products, equipment and services to perform the duties specified by
the Owner/Owners Representative or Contractor.
Shall: The word shall indicate a requirement.
Should: The word should indicate a recommendation.
Batch: A batch is the amount of materials produced within one uninterrupted
production run of maximum 10 h under constant production conditions in a shift.
Painting system: The Painting system is the specific combination of surface
preparation and painting meant to have the corrosion protection properties as
described in this standard specification.
Holiday: A holiday is a defect penetrating through the coating to the steel pipe
surface, of such dimensions that it is detectable by means of the specified
procedures.
Shift: A shift is a set of pipes/spools coated in one production run of which the
beginning and end coincide with a change in personnel. In the context of the quality
6. Basic Design/Assembly/Methodology:
6.1 Surface Preparations
The basic minimum requirements for the surface preparation and coating / Painting
of carbon steel substrates are as mentioned below.
6.1.1.2 Surfaces to be coated shall be free of all grease, oil, loose rust, and loose mill-scale.
Oil and grease shall be removed by solvent cleaning method as outlined in SSPC - SP -
1.
6.1.1.3 Rust, mill scale, weld spatter, flux, shall be removed by the methods indicated in the
Painting Schedule.
6.1.1.4 The surface profile depth indicated under Appendix 'A' shall be achieved by using a
medium that has good angularity of form, sharp cutting edges and is substantially
free from "half rounds".
6.1.1.5 Chilled iron grit shall be the preferred medium for abrasive blast cleaning for CS &
AS.
6.1.1.6 Silica sand and other abrasives containing more than 1% crystalline silica shall not be
used. Copper slag shall not be used for blast cleaning.
6.1.1.7 Profile measurements for abrasive blast cleaned surface shall be made with a Keane
Tator Profile comparator, Clemtec anchor profile chips, Testex Press-O-Film or other
contractor accepted method suitable for the abrasive being used.
6.1.1.8 Prior to any coating application the substrate shall be checked for soluble salt
contamination using a suitable salt contamination meter.
6.1.1.10 Surfaces prepared for coating shall be coated the same day and before any visible
rusting occurs (the time elapsed between blast cleaning and commencement of
painting shall under no circumstances exceed 4 hours, but in any case must
commence before signs of degradation occur).
6.1.2.2 Prior to blasting, the substrate shall be examined for signs of contamination. If oil
and grease contamination is found to be present, the surface shall be washed with
2% emulsifying liquid by volume of water, giving special attention to weld areas, bolt
holes, mouse holes, to remove galvanic salts and alkali deposits from welding flux.
6.1.2.3 Following on above the whole area shall be high pressure water washed and if
necessary scrub with a hard brush.
6.1.2.4 Prior to blast cleaning the substrate shall be dry and at least 3C above the dew point
temperature.
6.1.2.5 Blasting abrasive shall conform to the requirements and shall result in an anchor
profile as specified in Appendix C', when measured.
6.1.2.6 Visual inspection shall be carried out to detect any sharp edges, weld spatter or
visible laminations. Where these are discovered they shall be ground smooth prior to
water washing.
6.1.2.7 Inspection of the blast equipment i.e. hogger lines, bull lines, blast nozzles, helmet
and lines, deadman handles, air reservoirs etc., will be carried out by the operators
supervisor to ensure safe and sound working conditions with no danger to life.
6.1.3.2 Blast profiles shall be rendered dust free from the surface by suitable means such as
vacuum cleaner, dry air or soft brushes.
6.1.3.3 The blast cleaned surface shall be checked for signs of salt contamination using an
SCM 400 meter. The maximum allowable level of contamination shall be as
mentioned in clause 6.1.3.6. Surfaces that do not meet this criteria shall be re-
blasted.
6.1.3.4 The time elapsed between blast cleaning and commencement of painting shall under
no circumstances exceed 4 hours, but in any case must commence before signs of
degradation occur.
6.1.3.5 Surface preparation and coating inspection shall be documented using the Surface
Preparation and Coatings Inspection Form.
6.1.3.6 The cleaned surfaces shall be examined for the traces of oil, grease, other
contamination and for the presence for soluble salts. Contaminants shall be removed
by solvent washing and salt shall be removed by cleaning with water washing or
steam cleaning. The total allowable level of soluble salts shall be assed in accordance
with ISO 8502-6 and chlorides shall be as per ISO 8502-9.
6.1.4 Abrasives
6.1.4.1 Abrasives used for blast cleaning steels shall be in accordance with ISO 8504-2. Test
methods shall be in accordance with ISO 11125 and ISO 11127 for metallic and non-
metallic abrasives.
6.1.4.2 Steel or iron grit is commonly used as recyclable abrasives. When steel shot is mixed
with steel grit, the shot content shall not exceed 67%.
6.1.4.3 Abrasives used for blast cleaning shall be free from oil, grease, moisture, chloride
contamination etc.
6.1.4.4 For blast cleaning of stainless steel (SS) surfaces, non-iron containing abrasives shall
be used like Garnet, Coal slag or Aluminum oxide.
6.2.2 Paints, catalysts and thinners shall be stored in well ventilated buildings free from
excessive heat, sparks, flames and direct sunlight. Paints stored for short times on
the jobsite shall be protected from direct sunlight during the summer season.
6.2.3 Painting /Coating shall be applied in strict accordance with the coating
manufacturer's latest published instructions. In particular, the manufacturer's
recommended curing or drying time shall be allowed between coats of primer and
finish. Thickness of the coating shall be in accordance with the Coating Schedule or
the manufacturer's latest published instructions.
6.2.4 Two component (base and hardener) coatings like Air drying epoxy, Polyurethane
coatings etc shall be mixed in the ratio recommended by manufacturer to ensure
proper and complete curing of the coatings. Improper ratio leads to problems like
soft / non-dried film, poor performance, etc. The base and hardener are to be
separately mixed first to obtain a homogenous mixture. The hardener is to be added
to the base slowly, with continuous mixing / agitation and not the reverse. Power
agitation is preferred over hand mixing. Before application, Paint inspector will
oversee the operation to ensure the adherence to paint manufacturers instructions.
Only thinners of the type and quality specified shall be used. Care must be taken to
mix two pack materials components according to manufacturers recommendations.
6.2.5 Pump pressures and correct tip sizes shall be used to produce the most desirable
spray size pattern and thickness on airless spray equipment.
6.2.6 When using conventional spray equipment, the operator will ensure that the gun
parts and outlets are maintained in a clean and working order, to ensure the best of
cosmetic appearance upon application.
6.2.7 When mixing and spraying conventionally sprayed paints, straining of the material is
essential to avoid any gun blockage. Pressure pots are to be kept contamination free.
6.2.8 Paints containing heavy or metallic pigments that have a tendency to settle shall be
kept in suspension by continuous use of a mechanical agitator whilst being applied,
to ensure uniformity over the surface area, (e.g. zinc MIO's pigmented materials).
6.2.9 Dwelling time of two-pack components, once mixed, shall be no more than 30
minutes to enable the material to settle, and air bubbles to escape.
6.2.10 During application and whilst in a set state, the surface areas shall be inspected to
find holidays, runs, sags etc. Holidays will be coated in at this stage if detected prior
to full drying taking place. Care must be taken to ensure contact areas, if any, are
included in these criteria. Runs and sags will be brushed out.
6.2.11 Once dry, visual inspection will be carried out to establish any faults present. DFTs
will be taken and recorded. Any faults found will be rectified prior to application of
the successive coatings.
6.2.12 Prior to over coating, any previously applied coating, the DFT shall be taken and the
surface shall be inspected for pinholes, runs, sags etc. If any defects are found and
remedial action necessary, an NCR form will be utilized on the recommendation of
the QA Manager.
6.2.13 All edges, corners, webs and inaccessible areas, shall be stripe coated prior to full
application, to ensure integrity of WFT/DFT over surface areas.
6.2.14 All coatings shall be permitted to dry in accordance with their manufacturers
recommendations prior to being over coated. Attention to be given to drying
temperatures, etc.
6.2.15 Field application shall be by brush, roller or spray gun. Local regulations regarding
spray and roller coating shall be observed. A smooth uniform film shall be applied to
the surfaces to be coated. For Field joint coating where blast cleaning or clause 6.4.4
is not possible, minimum ST3 surface preparation to be achieved. The field paint
shall be compatible to ST3 surface finish as well as to existing paint at the adjoining
area.
6.2.16 The temperature of the substrate must be a minimum of 3C above the dew point
during abrasive blast cleaning and coating. The substrate temperature shall be a
minimum of 5C and a maximum of 60C during coating application.
6.2.17 Containers of paint, catalysts and thinners shall not be opened prior to use except
for spot inspection. They shall be tightly resealed after inspection.
6.2.18 The life time of any protective system is determined by the dry film thickness of the
paint system present on weld seams and sharp edges. Special attention should be
given to sharp edges to ensure that they are covered with an adequate coating
thickness.
6.2.19 Any addition of thinner to achieve the application viscosity should be made only
after the components are thoroughly mixed. Avoid using excess thinner than the
recommended volumes, since this will lead to lower DFT build up, sagging, longer
curing time, etc.
6.2.20 Painting should not be undertaken during fog or mist conditions or when rain or
snow is imminent, when the surface to be painted is wet with condensation or when
condensation can occur during the initial drying period of the paint.
6.2.21 The volume solids figure given in the product data sheets of paints is the percentage
of the film obtained from a given wet film thickness under specified application and
conditions. The theoretical coverage can be determined from the formula below:
Theoretical coverage (m2 / Liter) = Volume solids (%) x 10 / Measured DFT (in
microns)
6.3.5 The Field Coating Sub-contractor shall be responsible for damages caused by
windblown overspray or spatter. The Field Coating Sub-contractor shall take
adequate precautions to prevent spattering and overspray of adjacent equipment,
paving, structures, vessels, etc., by the use of drop cloths and shields.
6.3.6 The Field Coating Sub-contractor shall protect nameplates, nametags, glasses on
temperature indicators, pressure gauges, level instruments, etc., by masking or
applying a heavy coat of lubricant. Operating mechanisms, such as valve stems and
valve positioners must also be protected. Masking and lubricant applied by the Field
Coating Sub-contractor shall be removed by him after completion of all work.
6.3.7 The Field Coating Sub-contractor shall clean all spatter and overspray from
equipment, vessels, tanks, piping, insulation, structures. A daily clean-up of the work
area shall be made by the Field Coating Sub-contractor to remove empty cartons,
cans and other discarded containers or equipment.
6.4.2 Prior to touch-up painting of damaged areas, or field coating to welded joints, a
Method Statement/Painting Procedure detailing surface preparation, coatings to be
used and their application and inspection criteria shall be submitted by contractor
for approval. No touch-up, repair work or coating to field welded joints shall be
executed until such a procedure is in place.
6.4.3 Damaged areas of galvanized structures shall be feathered back to sound coating
and cleaned as per SSPC-SP3. The area shall be coated with a high zinc dust content
galvanizing repair coating such as META FLUX or approved equal.
6.4.4 Surface preparation of field weld zones, areas of damaged coating etc. shall be done
using portable vacuum blaster to Sa 2.5 (SP 10) of MBX Bristle Blaster to SSPC-SP11.
Table 1
G Rotating Equipment:
Pumps-Compressors Turbines Fans - Motors Light Grey 10 A 03
Fire Protection Materials and Equipment: Foamatic Hydrants, Water Fire Red 04 E 53
Hydrants, Extinguishers, Sprinkler Systems, Alarm Boxes, Fire doors,
Connections and Cabinets for Fire Blankets and Hoses.
Safety Equipment : Safety Showers, Eyewash Fountains, First Aid Equipment Green 14 C 39
etc.
*** Corresponding Equivalent / Nearest IS colour shade shown in Appendix D.
6.5.2 The ground colour can be applied either on the entire length of the pipe or over a
small length, minimum of 300 mm, and very distinct from primary and secondary
colour bands as shown in Table -2 below.
Table 2
CONTENTS
PIPE CONTENTS PRIMARY IDENTIFICATION BAND SECONDARY IDENTIFICATION BAND
SYMBOLS
PROCESS BLOWDOWN
GENERAL HYDROCARBONS BA BROWN 06-C-39 -
CONTENTS
PIPE CONTENTS PRIMARY IDENTIFICATION BAND SECONDARY IDENTIFICATION BAND
SYMBOLS
BASIC IDENTIFICATION COLOUR BAND FOR STEAM & CONDENSATE IS CHARCOAL GREY 00-A-13
6.6.2 Further identification of service, colour bands as shown in figure 1 shall be used over
the un- Insulated pipes. For insulated piping the colour bands shall be used over the
cladding. This system is based on BS 1710.
6.6.3 Valves on the pipelines shall be painted with the identification colour to the pipeline.
6.6.4 The colour given for identification of services shall be painted by bands. These bands
serve both the purposes of identification as well as flow direction. Arrow can also be
used to indicate the flow direction.
6.6.6 For dia > 4", dimensions A and D shall be 2 x Dia. (I8" maximum) and dimensions B
and C shall be Dia. / 2 (9" maximum).
6.6.7 For dia < 4" A = 100 mm. B=50mm, C =25 mm and D = l00mm.
6.6.8 Colour Band C is located on down stream side of Colour Band and indicates direction
of flow. In case of double direction, flow band C will be located each side of band A.
6.6.9 The two colour Bands (Primary and Secondary) for quick identification (such as for
fuel gas, hydrocarbons etc.) the following procedure can be used as indicated in Fig.
2 below.
Where the piping system carries a hazardous product a panel of equal diagonal
stripes (black and yellow colors) shall be superimposed on the pipe on both ends of
the basic identification panels as shown in figure 3 and 4 below.
6.6.11.1 The arrows shall be in white or black colour, too contrast with basic colour of pipe.
Following sizes are recommended.
6.6.11.2 Where flow of fluid is possible in either direction, two arrows shall be indicated
one above the other and both in same colour.
6.6.11.3 Arrows and band markings shall be made at the unit battery limits and then on
convenient location at the point of use. It is recommended to adopt one method
for the entire plant.
6.7 Contents Code / Tag Indication
6.7.1 Paint Colour
The contents code / Tag indications shall be painted either in white or in black in
order to contrast clearly with the colour of paint on the pipe or equipment. For
insulated lines the code indications shall be painted over the cladding of the
insulation.
6.7.2 Requirements
The full name or well known abbreviations of chemical and symbol of fluid inside the
pipeline or equipment tag number shall be indicated. The line number shall also be
painted on the pipelines. The pressure or temperature of the fluid inside the pipeline
shall not be indicated.
6.7.3 Location
The indication as described above shall be painted at following locations or such
other places where quick identification is deemed necessary.
SURFACE LOCATION
At all junctions, both sides of valves, both
Pipelines sides of service appliances and at 30M of
intervals on straight pipe lengths.
For long straight lengths, e.g. transfer
lines the interval of 30 M may be varied at
the discretion of the Reliance Engineer.
Tag Number at visible locations for quick
Equipments/ Tanks identification. For Tanks Tag number and
capacity to indicate.
6.7.4 Lettering Size
The size of lettering used for code indications on the insulated as well as un-
insulated pipes / Equipment are recommended below. However, these sizes are only
indicative and may be varied by Reliance Engineer.
Diameter 2
For Pipes 25mm letters
(ND) to 6 (ND)
Diameter 3
For Pipes 50mm letters
(ND) to 6 (ND)
Diameter 8
For Pipes 80mm letters
(ND) and
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above
For Eqp. / 1000 mm dia. 200 mm
Tanks and above letters
6.7.5 Code Indication for Small Diameter Pipes
Code indication marking by paint may not be done for un-insulated pipelines less
than 2 diameter. For such pipes, the indication markings shall be punched on lead
tags of nominal diameter 1 and below and for insulated lines less than 1 and
secured to the pipe. Such tags shall be provided at locations described as above. The
size of the tag and the method of tying it with pipeline shall be as per advice of
Reliance Engineer.
8.1.1 Inspection will be performed by SSPC / NACE approved inspectors only. In case any
SSPC / NACE approved inspectors are not available with the contractors, contractor
to suggest inspector names for Reliance approval prior to commencement of work.
8.1.2 Primer coats shall be inspected and cleaned when required by Reliance, before
applying second / finish coats.
8.1.3 Dry film thickness shall be measured after each coat by Reliance Inspector using a
Mikrotest, Elcometer, or Reliance accepted equal, Thickness testing Instrument.
8.1.4 Dry thickness measurements shall be made in accordance with ISO 2808 or SSPC-PA
2. Measurements of Dry Paint Thickness with Magnetic Gauges.
8.1.5 The Coating Subcontractor shall have in his possession at all times a wet film
thickness gauge for continuous check of the wet film as applied.
8.1.6 Defective work shall be corrected by the Coating Subcontractor at his sole expense.
8.1.7 When more than one prime coat or finish coat is specified, then use a contrasting
colour in the first coat to distinguish between the first and second coats.
8.1.8 The average value of thickness readings taken over any square meter of a scheduled
area should be equal or exceed the nominal thickness specified and in no case
should any reading be less than 80% of the nominal thickness as mentioned in SSPC
PA 2.
8.1.9 Areas where coating thickness both thin and too thick locations are to be marked
and the Paint contractor shall carry-out repair at such areas. The surface areas shall
be inspected to find holidays, runs, sags etc. Holidays, if detected shall be coated
before full drying taking place. Runs and sags will be brushed out.
8.1.11 Holiday or spark testing shall be done for immersion service to find nicks, scrapes,
and pin holes in the coating film. Holiday testing shall be done after application of
the last coat of paint.
8.1.12 After all the coats of paint have been applied, the inspector should verify that the
appropriate clean-up is done, and that any abrasions, nicks, or scrapes are repaired
as required. If the coating is within the specification the item will be offered to the
client or representative inspector where required.
8.1.13 Occasionally, there is a need to test the adhesion of the coatings after application.
Measuring adhesion by Tape Test as described in ASTM D 3359 shall be used for
adhesion test.
8.1.14 Surface preparation and coating shall be documented using the Surface preparation
and Coatings Inspection Form as per APPENDIX E.
8.2.2.1 Contractors / Sellers shall be responsible for the quality of the finished product
regardless of any inspection activity carried out by the Construction Manager or his
appointed representative.
8.2.2.2 Contractors / Sellers shall have their own quality control and inspection staff who are
independent of the production / construction departments and who report directly
to the head of the quality control department.
8.2.2.3 Contractors / Sellers shall have their own quality plans and procedures including
repair procedures for Inspection and Testing. These procedures shall refer to the
relevant sections in the project specification and include the parameters for
acceptance / rejection, the levels of inspection required and the hold points for
Construction Manager or 3rd party inspection.
8.2.2.4 The Inspection and Testing Procedure shall be available to the Construction Manager
for approval prior to commencement of the contract / purchase order. Where the
order has a requirement for a prequalification test, a separate prequalification
Inspection and testing Procedure shall be required.
8.2.2.5 Contractor / Seller shall have available all inspection instruments and calibration
equipment required to comply with the relevant project specification inspection
requirements, and shall ensure the competence of the inspection staff in the use of
such equipment.
8.2.2.6 Contractor shall investigate process and sign off Non-conformance Reports (NCR)
produced by Construction Managers Inspectors.
8.2.2.7 Seller / Contactor shall complete daily inspection report sheets referenced in the
relevant specifications. Vendor / Contractors own daily inspection report sheets
may be used in lieu of Construction Manager reports provided these have been
reviewed and approved by the Construction Manager.
8.2.2.8 The inspection reports shall be signed off by the Construction Managers inspector.
8.2.2.1 Construction Managers Inspectors or 3rd Party Inspectors shall be qualified in the
discipline which applies. In the case of painting, pipe wrapping and internal linings
the inspectors shall have accredited certification from N.A.C.E., BRITISH GAS or
approved alternatives and shall be fully experienced in application of the relevant
systems. Such certification shall be reviewed by Construction Managers coating
specialists.
8.2.2.2 Inspectors shall study the project specifications and be totally familiar with the
inspection requirement in the following tables of this document.
8.2.2.3 Where, in the opinion of the inspector, there is a deviation from the specification or
the testing reveals failure to meet the parameters of the specification, the inspector
shall immediately inform the Contractors/Sellers quality control department
representative and Contractor/Seller shall ensure that non-conforming items are
quarantined.
Only after remedial action and re-inspection has established concurrence with the
specification Inspector shall accept previously nonconforming materials.
If the NCR cannot be cleared to the satisfaction of both parties, the matter shall be
referred to the Construction Managers Specialist Engineer for resolution.
QC Check List as per APPENDIX F to be prepared & maintained from time to time.
9. Preparation for shipment:
All painting & related materials to be used shall be packed in damage free containers
suitably marked with the following minimum information for identification:
a. Name of the manufacturer.
11. Attachments:
APPENDIX A - Type of Painting / Coating Systems
TYPE DESCRIPTION
Maximum temperature
400C
resistances:
1. The product shall conform to SSPC Paint 20 Type 1-C with a zinc dust level
of greater than 70% by weight in the dry film. The zinc dust shall have a
metallic zinc content that meets the requirements of ASTM D-520 Type 1.
Random sample for zinc dust content to be checked at site/lab.
High Temperature Silicone
02
Acrylic
Maximum temperature
120 oC
resistances:
Note - The product shall contain zinc dust level of minimum 80% by weight in
the dry film. Random sample for zinc dust content to be checked at site/lab.
High Build MIO Epoxy
05
Intermediate
Maximum temperature
120oC
resistance:
Maximum temperature
400OC
resistance
High Build Epoxy for Stainless
08
Steel
10 microns RELIANCE
Dry film thickness APPROVAL
(min)
REQUIRED
Maximum temperature
600 C
resistance:
6% ASTM
Minimum volume solids:
D2697
64% ASTM
Minimum volume solids:
D2697
13 Inorganic Zinc
Maximum temperature
400 C
resistance:
Synthetic Enamel (Suitable for over coating primer
14
types 01 and finish coat 16)
18 HB Epoxy Phenolic
Maximum temperature
150C
resistance
Maximum temperature
95C (wet & immersion)
resistance
High Temperature Epoxy
20
Novolac
Maximum temperature
120C
resistance
High temperature high build
inert multipolymeric matrix
23
coating or inorganic copolymer
with aluminum flakes.
KANSAI
CARBOLINE INTERNATIONAL PPG AMERON BERGER ASIAN PPG CHUGOKU HEMPEL JOTUN SHALIMAR -
NEROLAC
Bergerthane Hempathan
Apcothane HBPU Hardtop Shalithane HB
6 - Interthane 138 Amercoat 450 SA 41 SG PU - Unymarine HS e Topcoat -
Finish XP Finish
Finish 55190
Apcotherm HR Jotatemp
7 - Intertherm 1181 Amercoat 741 - - - - - -
Finish 650
Carbomastic
8 Interseal 670 HS Amerlock 400 - Rust-O-Cap Neromastic 400 - - - - -
15
Epilux 78
Carboline Apcodur CF699
10 Interline 850 Amercoat 90 HBTL (Note Neropoxy 62 TL - - - - -
187 (Note 1) (Note 4)
2)
Synthetic -
14 Epilux 4 HB - - - - - -
Enamel
Epilux HB
High Build
15 Epoxy INT Asian HBEC - - - - - -
Epoxy Finish
CTG
High Build
Epoxy
surface Protectomas
17 Interseal 547 - Rust o cap LX - - - - - -
tolerant tic
Paint for CS
surface
Epilux 9 HB -
Apcoguard CF
18 - Interseal 981 Phenolic - - - - Epigard TL 543 HS
707 F
Coating
Corrocoat Polyglass VEF Glass Flake Vinyl Ester. To be applied in accordance with Corrocoat Instructions.
19 (Or)
International Paints Interline 955 Glass Flake Vinyl Ester. Note This has a temperature limit of 90C.
Epilux WR
Interzone 954 APCOTIDE 1000
22 - - Superbuild - - - - - -
(Note 5) (Note 5)
(Note 5)
Note
For potable water service, Carboline 891 shall be used in lieu of Carboline 187.
1
Note
After complete cure the coating shall be thoroughly rinsed with potable water prior to being placed in service.
2
Note
Epilux 155 HB MIO shall be RPL grade only. Standard material shall NOT be used.
3
Note
Apcodur CF699 is approved for all services except POTABLE WATER.
4
Note
Type 22 is approved for carbon steel within 50 meters of cooling towers.
5
CODE DESCRIPTION SURFACE PREP FIRST COAT INTERMEDIATE COAT FINISH COAT TOTAL REMARKS
TYPE WHERE TYPE WHERE TYPE WHERE TYPE WHERE DFT
DONE APPLIED APPLIED APPLIED
MICRONS
Ca1 To be insulated or fireproofed. SA 2 Shop 20 Shop N/A N/A 20 Shop 200-300
Operating temp from (-)45C to
175C.
Ca2 To be insulated or fireproofed. SA 2 Shop 01 Shop N/A N/A 07 Shop 165-215
Operating temp from 176C to
400C.
Cb Uninsulated up to 120o C and SA2 Shop 04 Shop 05 Shop 06 Shop 215-350
non fireproofed vessels skirts.
Cc Uninsulated 121oC to 175oC SA 2 Shop 01 Shop 02 Shop 02 Shop 145-210 l. Primed surface to be free of
zinc salts to finish coating.
Cd Uninsulated 176 to 400 oC SA 2 Shop 01 Shop 03 Field 03 Field 115-170 l. As "Cc" .above notes.
Finish coat 03 may not fully cure
until equipment is in service.
Ce Ladders, platforms including SA2 Hot dip galvanise to ISO 1461. Min. coating WT 610 grams/m2 Where not galvanized, use
framing and steel support other system Cb.
than vessel clips, handrails, stair
treads, open grid flooring, toe
boards, floor plates
Cf Insulated & Uninsulated SSPC SP 16 Shop 20 Shop N/A N/A 20 Shop 200-300 Surface to be blast cleaned with
Austenitic stainless steel. Vasilgrit or other suitable
Operating between 50C and175 Aluminium oxide abrasive.
o
C.
Cg
Deleted
Ch Stair treads, open grid flooring, SA2 Hot dip galvanise to ISO 1461. Min. coating WT 610 grams/m2
steel gratings.
Ci1 Direct buried vessels up to 150 SA2 Shop 21a/21b Shop N/A N/A 21a/21b Shop / 800-1200 Ref std.spec. 10080-1-SS-PP-
deg.C (Note 1) Field 021 / 032.
Ci2 Direct buried vessels from 151 to SA2 Shop 01 Shop N/A N/A 07 Shop / 165-215
400oC - Note 1. Field
Cj1 All insulated vessels operating SA 2 Shop 03 Shop N/A N/A 03 Shop 50-80
above 400oC
Cj2 All uninsulated vessels operating SA 2 Shop 03 Shop N/A N/A 03 Shop 50-80
above 400oC
Note 1. This system will only be used in tandem with cathodic protection.
Tankage
Fc External SA 2 Field 01 Field N/A N/A 02 Field 105-135 Primed surface to be free of
zinc salts prior to finish coating.
Uninsulated 121oC to 175oC Shop built tanks will be shop
painted.
Fd Internal SA 2 Field 10 Field 10 Field 10 Field 240-450 Drinking water grade, approved
National Water Council
Potable Water Certificate required. Shop built
tanks will be shop painted.
Fe Internal SA 2 Field 10 Field N/A N/A 10 Field 300-200 Shop built tanks will be shop
Industrial Water Ballast Water painted.
Slop Water
Demineralised Water
Ff Internal SA 2 Field 10 Field 10 Field 10 Field 200-300 This system for corrosive
service only.
Gasoline or Oil Tanks
Shop built tanks will be shop
painted.
Fg External SA 2 Field 09 Field N/A N/A N/A N/A 150-200 A strip 75mm wide at plate
edge shall be left bare to avoid
Underside of all Tanks welding contamination.
Fh External insulated Austenitic SSPC SP 16 Shop 20 Shop N/A N/A 20 Shop 200-300 No Painting Required for
stainless steel operating from External uninsulated Austenitic
50C to 175 oC. stainless steel operating from
ambient to 175 oC.
Fi
Deleted
Condensate Tanks
Fk Tank bottom plate SA 2 Field 10 Field 10 Field 10 Field 200-300 Shop built tanks will be shop
painted.
Note 1: Tankage within the Tank Farms that are designated Code Fb shall be camouflaged, Type 06 paint shall be low gloss or Matt
finish.
Gb Moving PARTS As for systems Cb with the exception that surface preparation will be to Standard St. 3. Total system to be shop
applied
Instrumentation Equipment
CODE DESCRIPTION SURFACE PREP FIRST COAT INTERMEDIATE COAT FINISH COAT TOTAL REMARKS
TYPE WHERE TYPE WHERE TYPE WHERE TYPE WHERE DFT
DONE APPLIED APPLIED APPLIED
MICRONS
Ja Housing and SA 2 Shop 04 Shop 05 Shop or Field 06 Shop or Field 215-350 Housings to be finished coated in
Equipment sellers works.
Supports
Jb Control panels This equipment shall have its surface prepared, primed and finished in accordance with manufacturers standards. Note This Standard All panels must display a smooth
will be subject to Owner approval. The system must be capable of withstanding the environmental conditions for a period of 5 years to finish appearance. Hammered or
Re 3 on the European scale of degree of rusting. stippled etc., are not acceptable.
CODE DESCRIPTION SURFACE PREP FIRST COAT INTERMEDIATE COAT FINISH COAT TOTAL REMARKS
TYPE WHERE TYPE WHERE TYPE WHERE TYPE WHERE DFT
DONE APPLIED APPLIED APPLIED
MICRONS
o
La All carbon steel piping up to 400 C. SA 2 Shop or Field 01 Shop or Field N/A N/A 07 Shop or Field 165-215 Primed surface to be free of zinc salts
prior to finish coating.
Ref. Note 4
La1 Carbon steel piping above 60oC and Refer to Code La Area exposed to atmosphere in case of
below 120oC (uninsulated). PP insulation.
Lb CS Systems up to 120oC that require SA 2 Shop 01 Shop 05 Shop or Field 06 Shop/Field 205-315 e.g. firewater piping
COLOUR coating.
Lb1 CS Systems above 60oC and below Refer to Code La Area exposed to atmosphere in case of
120oC (Uninsulated). PP insulation.
Lc a) C/s Piping up to 60oC. Refer to Code La
o
b) Flare system up to 60 C.
La2 CS Systems above 120oC but less Refer to Code La Area exposed to atmosphere in case of
than 200oC. PP insulation.
Lb2 CS Systems above 120oC and below Refer to Code La Area exposed to atmosphere in case of
200oC (Uninsulated). PP insulation.
La3 & Lb3 CS Systems above 200oC Refer to Code La Area exposed to atmosphere in case of
(Uninsulated). PP insulation.
Ld1 & Lh/1 Insulated Piping operating from SA 2 Shop or Field 20 Shop or Field N/A N/A 20 Shop or Field 200-300 Ref. Note 4
(-) 45C to 175oC.
Ld2 & Lh/2 Hot/Insulated Piping >175oC. Refer to Code La
Le Austenitic stainless steel insulated & SSPC SP Shop or Field 20 Shop or Field N/A N/A 20 Shop or Field 200-300 Refer clause 2.4.
uninsulated oper. between 50C to 16
175oC.
Lf
Deleted
Lg/1 Closed drain buried piping operating SA 2 Shop or Field Refer Note 1 and Note 2
up to 95 oC.
Lg/2 Buried Piping Operating from 96oC. SA 2 Shop or Field Refer Note 1 and Note 2
to 150 deg.C
Note The coating system for Off the Shelf valves could be manufacturers standards subject to Owner approval. The system must
be capable of withstanding the environmental conditions for a period of 5 years to Re 3 on the European scale of degree of
rusting.
Lj Carbon Steel Piping Operating SA 2 Shop or Field 03 Shop or Field 03 Shop or Field 03 Shop or Field 75-120 Ref. Note 3
between 400oC and 600oC
NOTES
Note 2: External Surface Protection by Ultra High Solids Epoxy coating Refer to J3 project specification - 10080-1-SS-PP-021 / 032.
Note 3: The finish coat must be applied after the pipe has been installed. Handling and installation damage to the first coat must be made good prior to applying the finish coat
Note 4: For all LTCS piping Pink colour (IS 444) to apply on top coat for avoiding mixing up with other C S / A S materials.
CODE DESCRIPTION SURFACE PREP FIRST COAT INTERMEDIATE COAT FINISH COAT TOTAL REMARKS
Me Structural steel protection with lightweight Painting requirement shall be as recommended by Fireproofing Vendor for Fireproofing of Structural Steelwork, Vessel Support and
fireproofing. Emergency Shut-Down Elements
* Where fireproofing is installed away from the jobsite, the paint coating over the steelwork will also be applied at the same
location.
Electrical Equipment
CODE DESCRIPTION SURFACE PREP FIRST COAT INTERMEDIATE COAT FINISH COAT TOTAL REMARKS
TYPE WHERE TYPE WHERE TYPE WHERE TYPE WHERE DFT
DONE APPLIED APPLIED APPLIED
MICRONS
Pa Motors, Switchgear, Std This equipment shall be prepared, primed and finished in accordance with manufacturers Standards. The system Manufacturers Standard will be subject to Reliance
Equipment must be capable of withstanding the environment conditions for period of 5 years to Re 3 on the European scale of approval.
degree of rusting.
JUNCTION BOXES
Pb Equipment Support SA 2 Shop 04 Shop 05 Shop or Field 06 Shop or Field 215-350 Shop fabricated supports will be painted in the shop.
MOTOR CONTROL STATIONS
Structural Steelwork, Piping, Vessels & other carbon steel surfaces within 50 meters radius from Cooling Tower periphery.
CODE DESCRIPTION SURFACE PREP FIRST COAT INTERMEDIATE FINISH COAT TOTAL REMARKS
COAT
TYPE WHERE TYPE WHERE TYPE WHERE TYPE WHERE DFT
DONE APPLIED APPLIED APPLIED
MICRONS
Qa1 Uninsulated Structural Steelwork, Piping, Vessels & other carbon steel SA 2 Shop 01 Shop 22 Shop 06 Shop 455-665 ALL sharp edges including foundation bolts
surfaces within 50 meters radius from Cooling Tower periphery & nuts shall be ground to minimum 2 mm
radius and stripe coated with intermediate
coat prior to application of full
intermediate coat.
CODE DESCRIPTION SURFACE PREP FIRST COAT INTERMEDIATE FINISH COAT TOTAL REMARKS
COAT
TYPE WHERE TYPE WHERE TYPE WHERE TYPE WHERE DFT
DONE APPLIED APPLIED APPLIED
MICRONS
Ra Uninsulated carbon steel vessels, heaters, exchangers, etc. operating Sa 2.5 / Field 04 Field 05 Field 06 Field 215-350 When abrasive blasting or preparation
temp from (-)45C to 120C.(Including structural steel) SP 11 with MBX Bristle Blaster are not possible,
then type 17 paint at 100-150 microns DFT
may be substituted for type 04 paint.
Rb Uninsulated carbon steel vessels, heaters, exchangers, etc. operating Sa 2.5 / Field 01 Field 02 Field 02 Field 145-220 When abrasive blasting is not possible,
temp from 121C to 175C. SP 11 then type 23 paint at 125-150 microns DFT
may be substituted for type 01 paint. Type
02 coating applied over Type 23 Hi-Temp
and Jotun paint shall be as supplied by Hi-
Temp Coatings.
Rc Uninsulated carbon steel vessels, heaters, exchangers, etc. operating Sa 2.5 / Field 01 Field 03 Field 03 Field 115-170 When abrasive blasting is not possible,
temp from 176C to 400C. SP 11 then type 23 paint at 125-150 microns DFT
may be substituted for type 01 paint. Type
03 coating applied over Type 23Hi-Temp
and Jotun paint shall be as supplied by Hi-
Temp Coatings. .
Rd Insulated carbon steel vessels, heaters, exchangers, etc. operating Sa 2.5 / Field 20 Field N/A N/A 20 Field 200-300
temp from (-)45C to 175C. SP 11
Re Insulated carbon steel vessels, heaters, exchangers, etc. operating Sa 2.5 / Field 01 Field N/A N/A 07 Field 165-215 When abrasive blasting is not possible,
temp from 176C to 400C. SP 11 then two coats of type 23 paint at 125-150
microns DFT per coat may be substituted
for type 01 & 07 paint.
Rf Uninsulated carbon steel pipes, valves, fittings & flanges operating Sa 2.5 / Field 01 Field N/A N/A 07 Field 165-215 When abrasive blasting is not possible,
from ambient to 400C. SP 11 then two coats of type 23 paint at 125-150
microns DFT per coat may be substituted
for type 01 & 07 paint.
Rg Uninsulated carbon steel pipes, valves, fittings & flanges requiring Sa 2.5 / Field 04 Field 05 Field 06 Field 215-350 When abrasive blasting or preparation
colour in top coat and operating from ambient to 120C.(including SP 11 with MBX Bristle Blaster are not possible,
structural steel) then type 17 paint at 100-150 microns DFT
may be substituted for type 04 paint.
Rh Insulated carbon steel pipes, valves, fittings & flanges operating from Sa 2.5 / Field 20 Field N/A N/A 20 Field 200-300
(-)45C to 175C. SP 11
Ri Insulated carbon steel pipes, valves, fittings & flanges operating from Sa 2.5 / Field 01 Field N/A N/A 07 Field 165-215 When abrasive blasting is not possible,
176C to 400C. SP 11 then two coats of type 23 paint at 125-150
microns DFT per coat may be substituted
for type 01 & 07 paint.
Rj Insulated & uninsulated Austenitic stainless steel vessels, exchangers, SP 16 Field 20 Field N/A N/A 20 Field 200-300
etc. operating from 50C to 175C.
Rk Deleted
Rl Insulated & uninsulated Austenitic stainless steel pipes, valves, fittings SP 16 Field 20 Field N/A N/A 20 Field 200-300
& flanges operating from 50C to 175C.
Rm Deleted
PROJECT:__________________________________________ DAY:_______________________________________________
SUBCONTRACTOR:__________________________________ SHIFT:______________________________________________
EQUIPMENT AREA:__________________________________ INSPECTOR:__________________________________________
SUBSTRATE: STEEL /CONCRETE/OTHER___________ COATING/SPEC. NO/REV:_________________________________
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
TIME
RELATIVE HUMIDITY %
DEW POINT OC
SURFACE TEMP. OC
BLOTTER TEST
PRE-SURFACE PREPARATION
SP-1:________________________________________ MASKING/PROTECTION:__________________________________
SURFACE DEFECTS:_______________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
SURFACE PREPARATION
METHOD ______________________________________________________________________________________________
ABRASIVE TYPE/SIZE/STORAGE _____________________________________________________________________________
CLEANLINESS SPEC:_____________________________________________ ACTUAL: _______________________________
PROFILE SPEC:__________________________________________________ ACTUAL: _______________________________
EQUIPMENT: ______________________________________________________________________________________________
COATING MATERIALS AND MIXING
PRODUCTS:_______________________________________________________________________________________________
TESTING
HOLD WITNESS MONITOR
FREQUENCY
MATERIALS
Date of manufacturer
Shelf life
Safety sheets
Storage conditions
APPLICATION
a) Atmospheric Conditions
TESTING
HOLD WITNESS MONITOR
FREQUENCY
Every 4 hours
Dew point
Every 4 hours
Steel temperature
b) Surface Preparation
Start of shift,
every 4 hours
thereafter and
Check blast equipment for air
after any
contamination. (Water/Oil)
interruption of
compressor
operation.
i) Cleanliness
TESTING
HOLD WITNESS MONITOR
FREQUENCY
c) Primer Applications
TESTING
HOLD WITNESS MONITOR
FREQUENCY
c) Intermediate / Topcoat
Application
c) Inspection / QC
TESTING
HOLD WITNESS MONITOR
FREQUENCY
c) Safety
Prior to daily
Blast equipment earthing production
Protective equipment
supplied to personnel