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SAUDI ARAMCO
DRAFTING MANUAL
VOLUME 1
SAUDI ARAMCO
DRAFTING MANUAL
COPY NO. :
ASSIGNED TO:
*
This copy of the Saudi Aramco Drafting Manual has been prepared by the
Drafting Services Unit of the Engineering Support Serives division, Dhahran.
Changes to or, deviations from, its contents require a waiver per SAEP -302.
*DENOTES CHAGE OR ADDITON

The Saudi Aramco Drafting Manuai is a 5-Volume set of documents which provides
Instructions, Procedures and Samples for the preparation and control of Saudi Aramco’s
Engineering and Vendor Drawings. In its current format, it supersedes previous documents
labelled Aramco Drafting Manual. When applicable and so indicated, it replaces certain
Aramco Engineering Procedures (AEP's).
The use of the Saudi Aramco Drafting Manuai is mandatory Compliance is required
from all agencies who are engaged in the production of Engineering and Vendor Drawings
on behalf of Saudi Aramco.
VOLUME I - INSTRUCTIONS AND PROCEDURES

VOLUME II - COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN AND DRAFTING
*VOLUME III - DRAWING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
*VOLUME IV - PREPARATION OF DRAWINGS (Index A-K)
* VOLUME V - PREPARATION OF DRAWINGS (Index L-Z)
Approved By: (Initial IssueSigned 10/29/89)

W.R. Branch Date
Chief Engineer
Prepared By: (Initial Issue Signed 10/25/89)

Nasser H. Aiahaimer Date
Chief Draftsman
1994 REVISION
Manager, P&CSD
Chief Draftsman
‘ Added DMS (Volume 111) and renumbered Preparation of Drawings Index A-K (Volume IV) and L-Z (Volumes V).
SUMMARY OF THE DRAFTING MANUAL MAJOR REVISIONS
VOLUME I - INSTRUCTIONS AND PROCEDURES
NEW ITEMS
I. ENGINEERING DRAWINGS:
a) Terms and Definitions;

• Item 2.0, Definition of "As-Built" and "Revised As-Built".
• Item 5.0, Reference to C/W ESSU (Engineering Support Services Unit, Jeddah)
. • Item 28.0, Definition of DMS (Drawing Management System)
b) Section II - Drawing Numbers and Related;

• Item 1.2a, Prefix 'V' Drawing Numbers.
• Item 3.6, Requirement of Operations Engineering concurrence on all drawing
requests.
c) Section III - Other Numbers;

• Item 1.1, Building number pattern XX-XXX
• Item 3.1, Splitting of an existing form into 2 or more forms
• Item 4.2, Electrical Equipment Tag Numbers
d) Section V - Handling Engineering Drawings;

• Item 5.5 & 5.6, Requirements to utilize existing drawings for revision.
• Item 5.10k, Revision Numbers on Bulk Drawings
• Item 5.12, Revision Numbers on As-Built Drawings
• Item 7.4, Operations Engineering concurrence on Cancelled Drawings.
• Item 13.3, Reference to SAEP-305 (Library Drawings)
II. VENDOR DRAWINGS:
a) Section IV - Handling Vendor Drawings;

• Item 1.3, Requirement that vendor drawings falling into category of key drawings be
made "Engineering Drawings".
III. DOCUMENT CONTROL:
a) Section I - Submitting Drawings;

• Item 3.2, Submitting T/O Sheets
b) Section IV - Retrieving Drawings;

• Item 1.7, Manual, CADD, DMS Requests
VOLUME II - COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN & DRAFTING
NEW ITEMS
I. CADD STANDARDS:
a) Section I; General CADD Standards,

• Item 1.5, DMS Delivered files
• Item 11.6, "All elements in schematic type drawings (non-scale) must be placed with
grid/unit lock set to ON position."
• Item 11.9, RH and LH screen displays.
• Item 12.3, CADD files submittals through:
a) diskettes
b) tapes
• Item 12.4, CADD files submittal for FRAMME-TFIDS
REVISED ITEMS
I. CADD STANDARDS:
REVISED ISSUE 1993 ISSUE
a) Section I - General CADD Standards

• Item 1.2, UNIX Raster files
n123456001.cit n123456001.cit.
(14 characters) (15 characters)
• Item 12.2,
"Colorado Memory System Jumbo 120 "Colorado Memory System Jumbo 120 mini data
or Jumbo 250 mini data catridge tape catridge tape utilizing QIC-40 format..."
utilizing QIC-40 or QIC-80 format..."
Item 12.3 deleted and replaced by new items 12.3

and 12.4 for submittal of CADD files.
b) Section VI; forms,

• Item 4.0 - DEF Seed File and Form,
"The DEF 'C' size drawing is 508 mm "The DEF 'C' size drawing is 508 mm x 536 mm
x 356 mm (20" x 14")." (20" x 14")."
c) Section VIII - Facility Plot Plan,

• Item 4.0 - SEED File and Form,
"... an 'A' size (40" x 28", "... an 'A' size (40" x 28", 101.6 mm x 7.1 mm)
1016 mm x 711 mm) drawing." drawing."
REVISED ITEMS:
I. ENGINEERING DRAWINGS:
a) Terms and Definitions;

• Item 5.0 & 18.0
",,, ESSD reporting to the Manager, Process "... ESSD reporting to the Chief Engineer."
and Control Systems Department (P&CSD)."
b) Section I - Drawing Formats and Media; - Drawing Formats and Materials,

• Item 1.0, Sizes, Item 2.0, Media
Deleted European format sizes F(A0), Sizes F, G and H are acceptable sizes. for Saudi
G(A1), and H(A2). Aramco drawings.
c) Section II - Drawing Numbers and Related;

• Item 5.3
"Drawings requiring more than one plant "Drawings requiring more than 3 plant numbers
number must be approved by the Chief must be approved by the Chief Draftsman."
Draftsman."
• Item 8.1
"The words 'CADD' as well as 'VECTOR', "The word 'CADD' must appear..."
'RASTER', or 'HYBRID' must appear..."
d) Section III - Other Numbers;

• Item 1.2,
"...properly prepared as-built engineering "... properly prepared engineering drawings..."
drawings,,,"
e) Section V - Handling Engineering Drawings;

• Item 9.1a,
"...., a wash-off mylar or an electronic file "..., a wash-off mylar of the existing drawing(s)..."
of the existing drawing(s)."
• Item 10.2g,
"... with up-to-date electronic file and "... with up-to-date microfilm..."
microfilm..."
• Item 11.1,
"Saudi Aramco Security Drawings are "Saudi Aramco Security Drawings are controlled
controlled by the General Manager of the by the Chief Engineer."
Industrial Security Organization (ISO) and
SAEP-120."
• Item 12.5, "PESO does not accept temporary drawing nor

"PESO does not accept temporary drawings does it enter temporary drawing information in
such as project proposal drawings, field DTACS."
sketches, etc. nor does it enter temporary
drawing information in the Drawing Control
System."
II. VENDOR DRAWINGS:
a) Section I - Drawing Formats and Media;

• Item 2.0, Media • Item 2.0, Materials
"Vendor drawings must be submitted on a "Large size vendor drawings must be submitted
good grade drafting medium (except SEPIA on a good grade polyester film (mylar). Small
or blue-line prints) or CADD database size vendor drawings may be submitted on a
prepared for Saudi Aramco CADD reproducible vellum material."
Standard."
III. DOCUMENT CONTROL:
a) Section I - Submitting Drawings:

• Item 4.2, • Item 4.2,
"For all North American and other OOK "For North American projects , the ASC
projects, the REO is responsible for Information & Image Services (IIS)/Engineering
transmitting the original documents to and Technical Services, is responsible for
PESO." transmitting original documents to PESO on
behalf of the REO."
• Item 4.3,
"For all other OOK locations, the REO is
responsible for transmitting the original
documents to PESO."
b) Section IV - Retrieving Drawings;

• Item 1.2,
"Only authorized Saudi Aramco "Only Saudi Aramco employees..."
employees..."
SAUDI ARAMCO DRAFTING MANUAL
VOLUME I: INSTRUCTIONS AND PROCEDURES ISSUE DATE : 31 DEC 94
REPLACES : 01 AUG 93
TABLE OF CONTENT PAGE NO. : 1 OF 1
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INTRODUCTION
TABLE OF CONTENT
TERMS AND DEFINITIONS
I LISTING OF TERMS
II DEFINITIONS
ENGINEERING DRAWINGS
I DRAWING FORMATS AND MATERIALS

II DRAWING NUMBERS AND RELATED
III OTHER NUMBERS
IV DRAWING TITLES
V HANDLING ENGINEERING DRAWINGS
VENDOR DRAWINGS
I DRAWING FORMATS AND MATERIALS

II DRAWING NUMBERS AND RELATED
III DRAWING TITLES
IV HANDLING VENDOR DRAWINGS
DOCUMENT CONTROL
I SUBMITTING DRAWINGS
II FILING DRAWINGS
III RETAINING DRAWINGS
IV RETRIEVING DRAWINGS
V MICROFILMING TECHNIQUES AND FORMATS
VI MICROFILMING DRAWINGS AND REPRODUCTION
VII APERTURE CARD FILES
VIII DTACS AND DCAS
REPLACES : 01 AUG 93
INTRODUCTION PAGE NO. : 01 OF 01
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VOLUME-I of the Saudi Aramco Drafting Manual covers Instructions and Procedures relative
to the preparation of Saudi Aramco's Engineering and Vendor Drawings as well as Drawing
Control.
The TERMS AND DEFINITIONS portion lists those drafting terms most frequently used in
Saudi Aramco when discussing drawing preparation. The definitions presented reflect industry
interpretation in most respects but some may be tailored to Saudi Aramco 'specific'.
The ENGINEERING DRAWINGS portion covers instructional information pertaining to the

preparation of Saudi Aramco Engineering Drawings including the numbering system and
drawing titling. Also included are specific instructions on the methods to be used in handling
engineering drawings from inception through the certification and as-built cycles.
The VENDOR DRAWINGS portion covers the same level of details as does the Engineering
Drawings portion but with the emphasis on Vendor prepared drawings.
The DOCUMENT CONTROL portion provides detailed instructions relative to the submittal,
microfilming, retrieval and overall control of drawings. Details related to aperture card
production and the Drawing Tracking and Control System (DTACS) can be found in this part.
Listed below are those AEP's and other reference documents whose contents have been
included in the Saudi Aramco Drafting Manual. In all cases this issue of Volume I supersedes
the listed documents in providing Instructions and Procedures for the preparation of Saudi
Aramco's Engineering and Vendor Drawings.
a) Aramco Drafting Manual - 1955 original issue, last modified in 1983

b) AEP-109 Assignment of Drawing Numbers
c) AEP-111 Vendor Drawings
d) AEP-114 Facility As-built Drawings
e) AEP-115 Drawing Revisions
f) AEP-116 Project Drawings
g) AEP-1017 Microfilming of Engineering/Vendor Drawings
h) AES-A-201 Preparation and Microfilming of Aramco Design & Vendor
Drawings
Information included in VOLUME I of the Saudi Aramco Drafting Manual is also available
through the Standards-On-Line System.
TERMS AND DEFINITIONS REPLACES : 01 AUG 93
CONTENT PAGE NO. : 01 OF 02
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The terms, definitions and abbreviations contained in this portion of the Saudi Aramco Drafting
Manual serve to establish a basic line of communication among the various Users. Although
they may vary slightly with definitions found elsewhere, they are applied consistently
throughout this Manual and should be used when referring to its content.
TERMS AND DEFINITIONS PAGE
1.0 Aperture Cards 1

* 2.0 As-Built Drawing 1
3.0 CADD (Computer Aided Design Drafting) 2
4.0 Construction Drawing 2
* 5.0 DSU (Drafting Services Unit), DCU (Drawing Control Unit) and 2
C/W ESSU (Engineering Support Services Unit)
6.0 Design Drawing 2
* 7.0 Drawing Number/Sheet Number 2
8.0 DTACS (Drawing Tracking & Control System) 3
9.0 DCAS (Drawing Copy Authorization System) 3
10.0 Emergency Drawing 3
11.0 Engineering Drawing 4
12.0 Engineering Forms 4
13.0 Index Letter 4
14.0 Key Drawing 4
15.0 Location Code 5
16.0 Microfilm/Microfiche 5
17.0 Original Drawing 5
* 18.0 PESO (Principal Engineering Services Office) 6
19.0 Phototransparency 6
20.0 Project Drawing 6
21.0 REO (Responsible Engineering Office 6
22.0 Standard Drawing 7
23.0 Title Block 7
24.0 Vendor Drawing 8
25.0 Demolition Drawing 8
26.0 Library Drawing 8
27.0 Security Drawing 8
* 28.0 Drawing Management System (DMS) 8
* Denotes change or addition

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* ABBREVIATIONS PAGE
* 1.0 Standard Abbreviations 2

2.0 Letter Symbols (Cable and Magnet Wire) 29

RMS AND DEFINITIONS REPLACES : 01 AUG 93
DEFINITIONS PAGE NO. : 01 OF 8
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DEFINITIONS
1.0 Aperture Cards (APCD's)
3-1/4" x 7-3/8" modified IBM keypunch cards on which are mounted 35 mm,
Silver Halide microfilms of Engineering or Vendor drawings. These cards are
color coded for identification.
1.1 Diazo Aperture Cards are special types of APCD's where a 35 mm

emulsion film has been premounted. The term Diazo comes from the
method used to reproduce the drawing image: ammonia processing.
Diazo Cards are colored green or yellow.
1.2 Microfilm Jackets (also referred to as APCD's), are 3-1/4" x 7-3/8" clear
plastic jackets into which a 16 mm Silver Halide film is mounted. The
term 16 mm microfiche jackets is mistakenly used and should be
avoided.
1.3 Microfiche Cards, 105 mm and 140 mm in size, are also considered
aperture cards when they contain Engineering or Vendor information.
2.0 As-Built Drawing
An Engineering Drawing that has been revised to reflect actual field conditions
after the completion of construction. Generally, 'As-Built' refers to the initial
modification of drawings after the initial construction phase. Additions or
changes to a drawing resulting from facility modification must also be verified as
'As-Built' and referenced to the secondary job order/EWO.
* 2.1 "As-Built"
When a drawing is certified as 100% as-built with no change.
* 2.2 "Revised As-Built"
When a drawing is modified to be brought to a 100% as-built condition.

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3.0 CADD (Computer Aided Design/Drafting)
The use of any form of computerized equipment for the production of drawings.
Specific to this Manual, CADD refers to the use of the Intergraph System to
produce engineering drawings.
4.0 Construction Drawings
Any Engineering Drawing that has been approved by Saudi Aramco for use in
building or constructing facilities and/or plants. This term is not used in the
Saudi Aramco Drafting Manual. Refer to Engineering Drawing, page 4.
* 5.0 DSU (Drafting Services Unit), DCU (Drawing Control Unit), and C/W ESSU
(Engineering Support Services Unit)
Units within the Engineering Support Services Division reporting to the Manager,
Process & Control Systems Department (P&CSD). These Units have been
designated the responsibility for all Saudi Aramco Engineering and Vendor
Drawings. They are, for this Manual, the Principal Engineering Services Office
(PESO).
Location: DSU - E-3560, Engineering Office Bldg., Dhahran, Telephone

number (966-3) 874-4240, FAX (966-3) 875-4633.
DCU - E-3700E, Engineering Office Bldg., Dhahran, Telephone

number (966-3) 873-1620, FAX (966-3) 873-1626.
C/W ESSU - MA-29, Musadiah Annex Bldg., Jeddah, Telephone

number (966-2) 638-1870, Fax (966-2) 638-1070.
6.0 Design Drawing
Any Engineering Drawing that contains design information which has been
approved and certified by qualified personnel. This term is not used in the Saudi
Aramco Drafting Manual. Refer to Engineering Drawing, page 4.
7.0 Drawing Number/Sheet Number
* 7.1 Engineering Drawings
An arrangement of 11 alpha/numeric characters used to provide the unique

identity for individual Engineering Drawings. The arrangement takes the format
of XX-XXXXXX-XXX. See ENGINEERING DRAWINGS, SECTION II.

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The basic elements are:

a) Prefix Letter X
b) Sheet Size X-
c) Identifying Number XXXXXX -
d) Sheet Number XXX
* 7.2 Vendor Drawings
An arrangement of 19 alpha/numeric characters used to provide the unique

identity for individual Vendor Drawings. The arrangement takes the format of
XXX-XXX-XX-XXXX-XXX-XXXX. See VENDOR DRAWINGS, SECTION II.
The basic elements are:
a) Prefix Letters XXX-

b) Plant Code XXX-
c) Material Class XX-
d) Requisition Number XXXX-
e) Sequence Number XXX-
f) Sheet Number XXXX-
8.0 DTACS (Drawing Tracking and Control System)
A computerized system for the control of Engineering and Vendor Drawings.

Basic information concerning the status and location of a particular drawing is
maintained in this data file. The system is accessible for "read only"
requirements to all approved Users.
9.0 DCAS (Drawing Copy Authorization System) - Is a mainframe database listing of

authorized Saudi Aramco/PMC employees who are allowed to obtain
copies/prints of Engineering/Vendor drawings from DCU's Reference Files
located in Dhahran (E-3950), Ras Tanura (S-076), Abqaiq (C-2075) and
Udhailiyah (R-2445).
10.0 Emergency Drawing
Any Engineering Drawing that has been designated by the Manager of a Saudi
Aramco plant as being critical to the plants operations during a disaster
situation. The words "Emergency Drawings" must appear on all designated
drawings to be officially recognized as emergency items. These drawings are
given top priority in every case.

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11.0 Engineering Drawing
Any drawing produced by Saudi Aramco (or for Saudi Aramco by approved
sources) which bears a Saudi Aramco drawing number and which was prepared
for the purpose of identifying engineering related information to be used in
constructing or operating Saudi Aramco plants and facilities. This term is the
general term used throughout the Saudi Aramco Drafting Manual to refer to
other types of drawings including Construction, Project, Design or Facility.
12.0 Engineering Forms
Forms used for the presentation of engineering information which bear an

official Saudi Aramco form number followed by "ENG" abbreviation for
Engineering and the latest date of form revision. Forms may vary in size
depending upon the information being presented.
13.0 Index Letter
Single alpha character in the range A to Z used as an indicator for various types
of drawings and/or equipment. See Standard Drawing AE-036411 sheet 003 for
current listing.
14.0 Key Drawing
An Engineering Drawing which has been designated for continued facility

operation/maintenance and which the Proponent Organization and Project
Management jointly agree is of enough significance warranting their review and
signature. Typical Key drawings may include:
- Piping and Instrument Diagrams.

- Process Flow Diagrams.
- Plot Plans/Equipment Layouts.
- Piping Layouts and Underground Piping Plans
- Electrical One Line and Three Line Diagrams.
- ESD Logic Diagrams
- Instrument Installation Schedules.
- Instrument Loop Diagrams
- Area Classification Plans.
- Safety Instruction Sheets.
- Building Floor Plans & Elevations
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Other engineering drawings may be designated key drawings by the Proponent

Organization or the Project Management Team as appropriate for their specific
project prior to start the detailed design.
If any of the signature blanks requires no endorsement by the proponent

organization, this shall be so indicated by writing "N/A" (Not Applicable) in lieu of
the reviewer's signature.
The signature on any drawing by the Proponent Organization and PMT is only
an indication of their review of the drawing and does not relieve the Design
Agency of any full contractual responsibility for the drawing's accuracy, the
design's conformance with applicable standards, codes, and contract terms, or
the design's technical accuracy or viability.
15.0 Location Code
A four character code consisting of the letter L and three trailing digits used
within Saudi Aramco to track issued drawing numbers, and original engineering
and vendor drawings. This code is required on many request forms used by
PESO.
16.0 Microfilm/Microfiche
A term used to describe the end product from the photo-reduction of

Engineering and Vendor drawings. These film positives are usually 35 mm
square, 16 mm square, or 105 x 140 mm rectangle but can vary depending
upon the original film size.
17.0 Original Drawing
Any drawing made with ink or pencil or electronically stored or plotted on a

Saudi Aramco engineering form.
Should the original drawing be lost or destroyed, then a "new original" can be
produced either through redrawing or through phototransparency production.
Transparencies and phototransparencies are identified as originals by affixing a
red sticker or red stamp with the words "ORIGINAL" along the border line under
the title block.
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For revision purposes, "duplicate originals" can be made. These are

phototransparency copies stamped in red ink or red sticker with the words
"DUPLICATE ORIGINAL".
* 18.0 PESO (Principal Engineering Services Office)
The organization that has been entrusted with the responsibility to establish
instructions and procedures for the production of Saudi Aramco Engineering
Drawings and who is charged with maintenance and control of said drawings on
a company-wide basis.
The currently assigned PESO is the Drafting Services Unit, E-3560, Dhahran.
This unit reports to the Manager of Process & Control Systems Department
through the Administrator of the Engineering Support Services Division (ESSD).
19.0 Phototransparency
A full size positive polyester film copy of a drawing made through the
photographic contact process using a negative, or made through the direct
positive wash-off method. Phototransparencies are often used as originals
when the originals are lost, damaged or not available for use. They can be
identified as originals by the words "ORIGINAL" or "DUPLICATE ORIGINAL"
affixed to them with red labels or stamps.
20.0 Project Drawing
An Engineering Drawing that has been prepared for a specific Saudi Aramco
capital project. These drawings have Budget Item or Job Order identifiers shown
in the title box. See Engineering Drawing.
21.0 REO (Responsible Engineering Office)
Any Saudi Aramco "office" that has been entrusted with the production or care
of an original Engineering or Vendor Drawing. Usually an individual within a
project team, or operating engineering unit is designated the responsibility of
tracking the whereabouts of the drawing. Non-Saudi Aramco firms or companies
are not allowed to be the designated REO. PESO is the REO for all drawings
residing in the Saudi Aramco master drawing files.

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Each REO and certain individuals within the REO are assigned special Location
Codes. (See definition above).
22.0 Standard Drawing
A specially prepared Engineering Drawing that has been pre-approved by Saudi

Aramco Executive Management for use in the design of Saudi Aramco facilities.
Some Standard Drawings are classified MANDATORY DRAWINGS when the
information they contain is required to be used during design if appropriate.
Some are classified as TYPICAL INSTALLATION DRAWINGS and can be used
at the discretion of the REO.
The production of a Standard Drawing follows the normal production

requirements presented in this manual and are, therefore, not covered
specifically. Refer to SAEP-110 for details related to approvals and control.
23.0 Title Block
That portion of the drawing reserved for listing information related to the
production of the drawing.
Title blocks comprise the following information:
a) Production Data: drawn by, checked by, date started, date completed,
discipline engineer, project engineer, certified by and date.
b) Drawing review data (as required): Construction Agency, Operations and
other (e.g. Loss Prevention, Fire Marshall, etc.)
c) Title : four (4) lines
d) Drawing type
e) Job Order Number
f) Plant Number
g) Index Alpha
h) Drawing Number: prefix and identifier
i) Sheet Number
j) Revision Number
k) Revision Column: four lines, revision number, date, JO/EWO,
description, design certification and drawing review.
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24.0 Vendor Drawing
Any document received from a manufacturer that supports the technical

requirements of equipment or material. Design Drawings, Schematics,
Installation Schedules, Process Flow Diagrams, Data Sheets, Specification
Sheets and Operating Instructions are all considered Vendor Drawings when
received as part of the purchase order of one piece of equipment. The term
Foreign Print is no longer used within Saudi Aramco.
25.0 Demolition Drawing
Any existing drawing which covers a facility within an operating Plant may be
selected as a "Demolition Drawing" for Plant upgrade and renovation purposes.
Demolition Drawings may be of any type, i.e. Process diagrams, Plant layouts,
Equipment arrangement, Electrical underground layouts, etc.
26.0 Library Drawings
Any drawing or group of drawings prepared for a specific project and identified
by the Project Management to have a potential applicability for use on other
future projects shall be designated as Library Drawings. Library Drawings are
listed under, and archived on, Plant M65 file.
27.0 Security Drawings
Plot plans of vital facilities prepared for security purposes and containing
particular items designated by, and for the use of, Saudi Aramco Security
Department. Delineation of security drawings is made in accordance with the
Saudi Aramco Drafting Manual and per procedures outlined in SAEP-120.
* 28.0 Drawing Management System (DMS)
Automated hardware and software system designed for storage of drawings in

an optical disk library for the purpose of viewing and printing of these drawings
and to emulate the administrative forms used for the creation, revision and
deletion of drawings.

VOLUME I: PREPARATION OF DRAWINGS ISSUE DATE : 31 DEC 94
ABBREVIATIONS PAGE NO. : 1 OF 38
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Abbreviations and Letter Symbols are to be used as an integral part of the Drafting
Standards, and are to be applied to all engineering drawings and documents wherever
physical space prevents from complete spell-out of a word or sentence, especially in
limited space areas, such as title blocks, in small drawings.
Adherence to the Abbreviations and Letter Symbols must be observed to build-up

consistency amongst the many engineering documents and projects within the Saudi
Aramco Organization.
The list of Abbreviations and Letter Symbols conforms to the Engineering Societies and
Industrial Associations listed below.
American Association of Engineers AAE

American Boiler Manufacturers ABMA
American Bureau of Shipping ABS
American Chemical Society ACS
American Concrete Institute ACI
American Electrochemical Society AES
American Electroplaters Society AES
American Engineering Council AEC
American Foundrymen's Association AFA
American Gas Association AGA
American Gear Manufacturers Association AGM
American Institute of Architects AIA
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1.0 Standard Abbreviations

A
Abbreviate ABBR Airplane APL
About ABT Airport AP
Above Water AW Airtight AT
Absolute ABS Alarm ALM
Accelerate ACCEL Alarm Check Valve ACV
Acceleration Due to Gravity G Alkaline ALK
Accessory ACCESS All Iron AI
Access Panel AP Alloy ALY
Account ACCT Alteration ALTN
Accummulate ACCUM Alternate ALT
Accoustic ACST Alternating Current AC
Actual ACT Alternator ALT
Actuate: Actuating ACTG Altitude ALT
Adapter ADPT Aluminum AL
Adapter Booster AB Amber AMB
Addendum ADD American Institute of AISC
Addition ADD Steel Construction
Adhesive ADH American Iron and Steel AISI
Adjust ADJ Construction
Adjustable Spring Wedge ASW American National ANSI
Aerodynamic AERDYN Standards Institure
Aeronautic AERO American National NC
Aeronautical Material AMS Thread
Specification American National Thread
Aeronautical Recommended ARP Series
Practice (See Screw Thread)
Aeronautical Standards AS American Standard AMER STD
After AFT American Std. Elevator ASEC
After Engine Room AER Codes
After Perpendicular AP American Society of ASME
Aggregate AGGR Mechanical Engineers
Aileron AIL American Society of Test ASTM
Air Blast AB Materials
Air Circuit Breaker ACB American War Standards AWS
Air Condition AIR COND American Water Works AWWA
Air Escape AE Association
Airborne ABN American WeldingSociety AWS
Aircraft AIRCFT American Wire Gauge AWG
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Ammeter AM Arming Wire AW

Ammeter Switch AS Armor Piercing AP
Ammonium Nitrate AM NIT Armor Piercing Capped APC
Ammunition AMM Armor Piercing Capped APCI
Amount AMT Incendiary
Ampere AMP Armor Piercing Capped APCI-T
Ampere Hour AMP HR Incendiary with Tracer
Ampere Turn AT Armor Piercing Capped APC-T
Amphibian: Amphibious AMPH with Tracer
Amplifier AMPL Armor Piercing Incendiary API-T
Amplitude AM with Tracer
Amplitude Modulation AM Armor Piercing with Tracer AP-T
Anchor Bolt AB Armor Plate ARM-PL
And & Armored ARMD
Anhydrous ANHYD Army Air Forces AAF
Anneal ANL Army Ground Forces AGF
Annunciator ANN Army Navy AN
Anode A Army Navy Aeronautical ANA
Antenna ANT Army Navy Design AND
Anti-Aircraft AA Army Service Forces ASF
Anti-Aircraft Artillery AAA Arrange ARR
Anti-Aircraft Cannon AAC Arrester ARR
Anti-Friction Bearing AFB Artificial ART
Anti-Friction Metal AFM Artillery ARTY
Anti-Motor Boat AMB Asbestos ASB
Anti-Motor Torpedo Boat AMTB Asbestos Cement Pipe ACP
Anti-Personnel APERS Asbestos Mill Board AMB
Anti-Submarine AS Asbestos Roof Shingles ARS
Anti-Tank AT Asphalt ASPH
Apartment APT Asphalt Plank Floor APF
Apparatus APP Asphalt Tile Base ATB
Appendix APPX Assemble ASSEM
Appleton APP Assembly ASSY
Approved APPD Assistant ASST
Approximate APPROX. Associate ASSOC
Aramco Material Stock AMS Association ASSN
Area A Assort ASST
Area Drain AD Astronomical Time Switch ATS
Armament ARMT Atmosphere ATM
Armature ARM Atomic AT
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Atomic Hydrogen Weld AT W

Attach ATT
Attenuator ATTEN
Audible AUD
Audio Frequency AF
Authorized AUTH
Automatic AUTO
Automatic Check Valve AUTO CV
Automatic Door Seal ADS
Automatic Frequency Control AFC
Automatic Gain Control AGC
Automatic Noise Limiter ANL
Automatic Reclosing AUTO RECL
Automatic Sprinkler AS
Automatic Sprinkler Riser ASR
Automatic Volume Control AVC
Automatic Volume Expansion AVE
Auto-Transformer AUTO TR
Auxilliary AUX
Avenue AVE
Average AVG
Aviation AVI
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B
Babbitt BAB Bayonette Candelabra Double BAY CAND DC
Back Connected BC Contact
Back Space BF Beacon BCN
Back Feed BF Beam BM
Back Gear BG Bearing BRG
Back Pressure BP Bear Frequency Oscillator BFO
Back Pressure Control BPC Bedroom BR
Back to Back B to B Bell & Bell B&B
Back Water Valve BWV Bell and Flange B&F
Bacteriological BACT Bell and Spigot B&S
Baffle BAF Bell End BE
Bakery BAK Bench Board BNCHBD
Balance BAL Bench Mark BM
Ball Beating BB Bending Moment M
Ballast BALL Bent BT
Bandolier BAND Berthing BERTH
Bandwidith B Basement BESS
Barbette BARB Between BET
Barometer BAR Between Centers BC
Barracks BKS Between Perpendiculars BP
Barrel BBL Bevel BEV
Barrels Per Day BPD Bevel Board
Barrels Per Hour BPH Bevel Both Ends BBE
Base Detonating BD Bevel Both End(s) BE
Base Detonating Fuse BDF Bevel Large End BLE
Base Ejection BE Bevel Small End BSE
Base Ignition BI Bi Parting Doors BIPD
Base and Ignition B&I Bill of Materials B.M
Base Percussion BP Billet Steel BT.ST
Base Plate BP Birmingham Wire Gauge BWG
Basement BSMT Black BLK
Basic Network BAS NET Blank BLK
Basket BSKT Blasting Powder BLSTG PWD
Bastard BSTD Blind BLD
Batalion BN Blind Flange BF or BLD FLG
Batten BATT Block BLK
Battery BAT Blower BLO
Battery Commanders BC Blow-Off BO
Battle BAT Blowout Coil BOC
Baume BE Blue BLU
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Blueprint BP Breaker BKR

Board BD Breech Loading BL
Board Feet FBM Brick BRK
Board Measure BM Bridge BRDG
Boatswain BOSN Brinnell Hardness BH
Bobbin BOB British Standard BR STD
Body Bond Bolts BB B British Thermal Unit BTU
Boiler BLR Broach BRO
Boiler Feed BF Bronze BRZ
Boiler Feed Pump BFP Brown BRN
Boiler Feed Water BFW Brown & Sharpe B&S
Boiler Horsepower BHP Brown & Sharpe Wire Gage (AWG)
Boiler House BH (same as American Wire Gage)
Boiler Maker BMKR Brush BR
Boiling Point BP Building BLDG
Bolded Bonnet BB Building Line BL
Bolster BOLS Bulkhead BHD
Bolted Cap BOC Bullet-Proof BULLPRF
Bolt Circle BC Bundle BDL
Bombardment (Projectile) BBT Bureau BU
Booster BOOST Bureau of Standards BS
Borrowed Light BLT Burian BRLP
Bath Faces BF Bus Tie BT
Both Sides BS Bushel BU
Both Ways BW Bushing BUSH
Bottom BOT Bushing Current Transformer BCT
Bottom Chord BC Butterfly Valve BTFLY VLV
Bottom Face BF Button BUT
Bottom of Conduit BOC Buttweld BW
Bottom of Pipe BOP Buzzer BUZ
Bottom of Tray BOT By-Pass BP
Boundary BDY
Box BX
Bracket BRKT
Braid BRD
Brake BK
Brake Horsepower BHP
Brass BRS
Brazing BRZG
Breadth or Beam of Ship B
Break BRK
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C
Ceramic CER Closet CLO
Ceaspool CP Closing Coil CC
Chain CH Clutch CL
Chain Grate CG Coaming COAM
Chamfer CHAM Coat Hook CH
Change CHG Coated CTD
Change Notice CN Coaxial COAX
Change Order CO Coefficient COEF
Channel CHAN Cold Drawn CD
Charge CHG Cold Drawn Steel CDS
Check CHK Cold Finish CF
Check Valve CV Cold Punched CP
Chemical CHEM Cold Rolled CR
Chemical Warfare Service CWS Cold Rolled Steel CRS
Choke CH Cold Water CW
Choke Coil CHC Column COL
Chord CHD Combat Information Center CIC
Chrome Tanned Leather Cr TAN LTHR Combination COMB
Chromium Plate Cr PL Combustion COMB
Circle CIR Command COM
Circuit CKT Commanding COM
Circular CIR Commanding Officer CO
Circular Mil CM Commercial COML
Circular Mils, Thousands MCM Commercial Projected CPW
Circular Pitch CP Window CO
Circulate CIR Commercial Quality COM
Circulating Water Pump CWP Common CB
Circumference CIRC Common Battery COMM
Class CL Communication COMM
Cleanout CO Commutator COMP
Cleanout Flush with Finished FCO Companion CO
Floor Company COMPT
Clear CLR Compartment COMP
Clearance CL Compensate COMPL
Clevis CLV Complete CR
Clockwise CW Complete Round CX
Composite
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Composition COMP Conveyor CNVR

Compound COMP Cooled CLD
Compress COMP Copper Plate Cu PL
Compressor COMPR Coppersmith CSMITH
Concentrate CONC Cord CD
Concentric CONC Corner COR
Concrete CONC Corporation CORP
Concrete Block CONC B Correct CORR
Concrete Ceiling CONC C Corrosion Resistant CRE
Concrete Floor CONC F Corrosion Resistant Steel CRES
Concrete Splash Block CSB Corrugate CORR
Condensate CNDS Cotter COT
Condenser COND Cotton Webbing COT.WEB
Condition COND Counter CTR
Conduct COND Counter Clockwise CCW
Conductor COND Counter Electromotive Force CEMF
Conductor Head CH Counter Flashing CFLG
Conductor, Multiple (Number 3/C Counterbalance CBAL
Indicated) Example Counterbore CBORE
Conduit CND Counterdrill CDRILL
Connect CONN Counterpunch CPUNCH
Connector CONN Countersink CSK
Constant CONST Countersink Other Side CSK-O
Construction CONST Counterweight CTWT
Contact CONT Coupling CPLG
Container CONTR Courses C
Contaminated CONTAM Cover COV
Continue CONT Cowling COWL
Continuous Wave CW Crank CRK
Contract CONTR Crankcase CRKC
Contracting Officer CONTR O Crew (As Spaces) CR
Contractor CONTR Cross Arm X-ARM
Contractor Furnished CFE Cross Connection X-CONN
Equipment Cross Section X-SECT
Control CONT Cross Bar X-BR
Controller CONT Cruising CRUIS
Convert CONV
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Crystal XTAL Compressor Temporary CTS

Cubic CU Strainer
Cubic Centimeter CC Corrosion Allowance CA
Cubic Feet Per Minute CFM Crouse Hinds CH
Cubic Foot CU FT
Cubic Inch CU IN
Cubic Meter CU M
Cubic Micron CU MU
Cubic Yard CU YD
Cupboard CUP
Current CUR
Current Transformer CT
Cut Out CO
Cyanide CYN
Cycle CY
Cycles Per Minute CPM
Cycles Per Second CPS
Cylinder CYL
Cylinder Lock CYL L
Can CN
Car Seal Closed CSC
Car Seal Open CSO
Cast Alloy Steel CAS
Cast Carbon Steel CCS
Cast Iron Pressure Pipe CIPP
Cast Iron Soil Pipe CISP
Cast Stainless Steel CSS
Cellar CELL
Chain Operated CH OP
Charger CHGR
Chrome CR
Chrome Molybdenum CR MO
Circuit Breaker CB
Coated and Wrapped C and W
Coil CL
Cold Spring CSP
Cold Working Pressure CWP
Compression COMP
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D
Damage Control DAM. CONT Diagram DIAG
Damper DMPR Diameter DIA
Dash Pot DP Diametrical Pitch DP
De-areating Feed Tank DFT Diaphragm DIAPH
Deadload DL Diesel Oil D.O.
Dead Weight DWT Differential DIFF
Decalcomania DECAL Dimension DIM.
Decibel DB Diode DIO
Decibels Referred to DBM Direct Connected DIR CONN
1 Milli-watt in 600 ohma Direct Current DC
Decimal DEC Direct Finder DF
Decimeter DM Directional DIR
Deck DK Discharge DISCH
Deck Drain Valve DDV Disconnect DISC
Deck Piercing DP Dispatcher DISP
Decontamination DECONTN Dispensary DISP
Deep Drawn DD Dissolved Oxygen DO
Deflect DEFL Distance DIST
Degree DEG Distill DSTL
Delayed Automatic Volume DAVC Distilled Water DW
Control Distribute DISTR
Demand Indicator DI District DIST
Demand Meter DM District Engineer DE
Demodulator DEM Ditto DO
Demolition DEML Diverter DIV
Density D Division DIV
Dentist DENT Double DBL
Department DEPT Double Feeder DF
Describe DESCR Double Glass DG
Design DSGN Double Groove (Insulators) DG
Design Water Line DWL Double Groove, Double DGDP
Detail DET Petticoat (Insulators)
Detector DETR Double Hung Windows DHW
Detonator DET Doubler DBLR
Develop DEV Dovetail DVTL
Dew Point DP Dowel DWL
Diagonal DIAG Down DN
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Downspout DS
Dozen DOZ
Drafting DFTG
Draftsman DFTSMN
Drain DR
Drawing DWG
Dressed (Lumber) DRS
Drill DR
Drill Rod DR
Drinking Fountain DF
Drip Proof DP
Drive DR
Drive Fit DF
Drop D
Drop Forge DF
Drop Man-Hole DMH
Dry Bulb DB
Dry Pipe Valve DPV
Dumbwaiter DW
Duplex DX
Duplicate DUP
Dynamic DYN
Dynamo DYN
Dynamotor DYNM
Deep D
Direct Charge D/C
Ditto DO
Double Disc DD
Double Discharge DD
Double Hub DH
Double Jacketed Asbestos DJAF
Filled
Double Random Length DRL
Drain Funnel DF
Dummy Support DS
Drain (Valved) DV
Double Extra Strong XXS
Degree Farenheit °F
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E
Each EA Escape ESC
Each Face EF Escutcheon ESC
East E Estimate EST
Ebony Asbestos EB ASB Evaporate EVAP
Eccentric ECC Evaporator EVAP
Echelon ECH Excavate EXC
Economizer ECON Exchange EXCH
Eductor EDUC Excitation EXC
Effective EFF Exciter EXC
Effective Horsepower EHP Executive EXEC
Efficiency EFF Exhaust EXH
Ejector EJECT Existing EXIST
Elastic Limit EL Expand EXP
Elbow ELL Expansion (Joint) EXP
Electric ELEC Experiment EXP
Electrolyte ELECT Explosion Proof EP
Electrolytic ELECT Expulsion EXP
Electromotive Force EMF Extension EXT
Elevate ELEV Exterior EXT
Elevation EL External EXT
Elongation ELONG Extinguish EXT
Emergency EMER Extra Heavy X HVY
Enclose ENCL Extra Strong X STR
End Of Line E.O.L. Extreme High Water EHW
End Cell Switch EC SW Extreme Low Water ELW
End to End E to E Extrude EXTR
Engine ENG Elbow ELL
Engineer ENGR Elbolet EOL
Engineering ENGRG Electric Furnace EF
Engineering Change Order ECO Electric Fusion Welded EFW
Enlisted Men EM Electric Traced ET
Entrance ENT Electric Traced with Heat ETT
Envelope ENV Transfer Cement
Equal EQ Exchanger EXCH
Equalizer EQ Extra EX
Equation EQ Extra Strong XS
Equipment EQUIP Emergency Shutdown ESD
Equipment & Spare Parts E&SP
Equivalent EQUIV
Equivalent Direct Radiation EDR
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F
Fabricate FAB Fire Hose Rack FHR
Face to Face F to F Fire Hydrant FHY
Farenheit F Fire Main FM
Fairing FAIR Fire Place FP
Farad F Fire Proof FPRF
Far Side FS Fitting FTG
Federal FED Fixed Transom FTM
Federal Specifications FS Fixture FIX.
Federal Stock Number FSN Flame Proof FP
Feed FD Flame Tight MT
Feed Water FW Flange FLG
Feeder FDR Flashing FL
Feet (') FT Flashless FLHLS
Feet Board Measure FBM Flashles Non-Hygroscope FNH
Feet Per Minute FPM Flat F
Feet Per Second FPS Flat Head FH
Field FLD Flat Nose (Projectile) FN
Field Manual FM Flat Tile Roof FTR
Field Service FS Flexible FLEX
Field Service Modification FSM WO Float FLT
Work Order Floor FL
Figure FIG Floor Drain FD
Filament FIL Floor Line FL
Filament Center Tap FCT Flooring FLG
Fillet FIL Fluid FL
Filing FILL Fluorescent FLUOR
Fillister FIL Flush FL
Filter FLT Flush Metal Threshold FMT
Finger FGR Flush Threshold FT
Finish FIN. Foot (') FT
Finish All Over FAO Foot Candle FC
Fire F Foot Pounds FT LB
Fire and Bildge F&B Footing FTG
Fire and Flushin F&F force F
Fire Control FC Forced Draft FD
Fire Department FDC Forced Draft Blower FDB
Connection Forcastle FCSLE
Fire Door F DR Forge Steel FSTL
Fire Hose FH Forging FORG
Fire Hose Cabinet FHC Forward FWD
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Forward Engine Room FER

Forward Perpendicular FP
Foundation FDN
Foundry FDRY
Fragmentation FRAG
Frame FR
Framework FRWK
Freeboard FREEBD
Freezing Point FP
Freight FRT
Frequncy FREQ
Frequency Modulation FM
Fresh Water FW
Friction Horsepower FHP
From Below FR BEL
Front FR
Front Connected FC
Fuel F
Fuel-Air Ratio F A RATIO
Fuel Oil FO
Fume Tight FT
Furnish FURN
Fuslage FUS
Fusion Point FNP
Fabricator FABR
Female and Female F/F
Female Pipe Thread FPT
Fiberglass FBRGL
Field Support FS
Field Weld FW
Flanged FLGD
Flat Bar FB
Flat Faced FF
Flat on Bottom FOB
Flat on Top FOT
Flexible Wedge FLEX WED
Forged Alloy Steel FAS
Forged Carbon Steel FCS
Forged Stainless Steel FSS
Free Standing Conductor FSC
From FR
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G
Gage: Gauge GA Gram G
Gallery GALL Gram Calorie G-CAL
Gallon GAL Gram-Meter G-METER
Gallons Per Acre Per Day GPAD Graphite GPH
Gallons Per Hour GPH Grating GRTG
Gallons Per Minute GPM Gravel GVL
Gallons Per Second GPS Gravity G
Galvanize GALV Grease Trap GT
Galvanized Iron GI Green GRN
Galvanized Steel GS Grid G
Galvanized Steel Wire Rope GSWR Grind GRD
Galvanometer GALV Grommet GROM
Garboard GARBD Gross Tons GT
Gas G Gross Weight GRWT
Gas Ejection GE Ground GND
Gasket GSKT Guard GD
Gasoline GASO Gunnery GUN
Gate Valve GTV Gypsum GYP
General GENL Gyroscope GYRO
General Purpose (bomb) GP
Generator GEN
Girder G
Glass GL
Glaze GL
Globe Valve GLV
Government GOVT
Government Furnished GFE
Equipment
Governor GOV
Grade GR
Grade Line GL
Graduation GRAD
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H
Half Hard HH High Voltage HV
Half Round H RD High Water Line HWL
Hand Control HC Highway HWY
Hand Generator HG Hollow HW
Handhole HH Horizontal HOR
Handwheel HD WHL Horsepower HP
Hanger HGR Hospital HOSP
Harbor Defense HD Hot Rolled Steel HRS
Hard H Hot Water HW
Hard Drawn HD Hot Water, Circulating HWC
Harden HDN Hour HR
Hardware HDW House HSE
Hatch H Howitzer HOW
Head HD Hundredweight CWT
Headless HDLS Hydraulic HYD
Headquarters HQ Hypervelocity, Armor HVAP
Heat HT Piercing
Heat Treat HT TR Hypervelocity, Target HVTP
Heavy HVY Practice
Heavy Machine Gun HMG Header HDR
Height HGT Heater HTR
Henry H High H
Hertz Hz High Point Top of Plate HPTOPL
Hexagon HEX Hold Down HLDN
Hi H Hole HL
High Capacity (Projectile) HC Horse Power HP
High Explosive HE Hose Connection HCONN
High Explosive Incendiary HE I Hose Station HS
High Explosive Incendiary HEI-T Hydraulic Power Unit HPU
with Tracer Handrail HNDRL - (H,R,)
High Explosive with Tracer HE-T
High Frequency HF
High Point H PT
High Pressure H-PRESS
High Speed HS
High Speed Steel HSS
High-Tensile Cast Iron HTCI
High Tensile Steel HTS
High Tension HT
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I
Identify IDENT Integrating INT
Ignition IGN Intercepting INCPT
Illuminating (Projectiles) SS Interchangeable INTCHG
Illustrate ILLUS Intercommunication INTERCOM
Impact IMP Interior INT
Imperial IMP Interior Communication IC
Impregnate IMPG Interlock INTLK
Impulse IMP Intermediate INTER
Inboard INBD Intermediate Distributing IDF
Incendiary INCEND Frame
Inch (") IN Intermediate Frequency IF
Inches Per Second IPS Intermediate Power Amplifier IPA
Incinerator INCIN Intermediate Pressure IP
Inclosure INCL Intermittent INTMT
Include INCL Internal INT
Incoming INC International Annealed IACS
Incorporated INC Copper Standard
Increase INCR International Pipe Standard IPS
Independent INDEP Interphone Control Station ICS
Indicate IND Interrupt INTER
Indicated Air Speed IAS Interruptions Per Minute IPM
Indicated Horse Power IHP Interruptions Per Second IPS
Induced Draft ID Intersect INT
Induction IND Inverse INV
Industrial IND Invert INV
Inflammable INFL Iron I
Information INFO Iron Body Bronze Mounted IBBM
Injection INJ Iron Pipe Size IPS
Inlet IN Irregular IRREG
Inlet Manhole IMH Isolation Ward ISO WD
Inside Diameter ID Issue ISS
Inspect INSP Inside Bend IB
Install INSTL Inside Radius IR
Instantaneous INST I-Beam I
Instantaneous Automatic IAVC Inside Battery Limits ISBL
Volume Control Inside Screw Non-Rising ISNRS
Instantaneous Relay IR Stem
Instruct INST Inside Screw Rising Stem ISRS
Instrument INST Insulation Cold R.
Insulate INS
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H K
Insulation Hot Kalamein KAL
Insulation (Personal Protection) P Keel K
Invert Elevation IE Kelvin K
Isometric ISO Key K
Keyseat KST
J Keyway KWY
Kick Plate KP
Jack J Kick Plate & Drip KP&D
Jacket Water JW Kilo Dried KD
Japan JAP Kilo K
Joint JT Kilocycle KC
Joint Army-Navy JAN Kilogram KG
Joule J Kiloliter KL
Journal JNL Kilometer KM
Junction JCT Kilovar KVAR
Junction Box JB Kilvolt KV
Junior JR Kilovolt Ampere KVA
Kilovolt Ampere Hour KVAH
Kilowatt KW
Kilowatt Hour KWH
Kip (1000 lb) K
Knocked Down KD
Knockout KD
Knots KN
Knee Brace KB
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L
Laboratory LAB Living Room LR
Lacquer LAQ Load Factor (Tabular Only) LF
Ladder LAD Load Limiting Resistor LLR
Laminate LAM Load Ratio LR
Landing LDG Load Ratio Control LRC
Landing Gear LG Load Water Line LWL
Lateral LAT Load Oscillator LO
Latitude LAT Locate LOC
Laundry LAU Locker LKR
Laundry Chute LC Logarithm LOG
Lavatory LAV Long LG
Lead Coated metal LCM Longeron LONGN
Lead Covered LC Longitude LONG
Leading Edge LE Longitudinal Expansion Joint JEJ
Leather LTHR Louvered Door LVD
Left L Low Exposure LE
Left Hand LH Low Frequency LF
Length LG Low Pressure LP
Length Between Perpendiculars LBP Low Speed LS
Length Over All LOA Low Tension LT
Letter LTR Low Torque LT
Light LT Low Voltage LV
Light Proof Louver LPL Low Voltage Release LVR
Light Proof Shades LPS Lubricate LUB
Light Proof Vent LPV Lubricating Oil LO
Light Weight Concrete LWC Lumber LBR
Light Weight Insulating LWIC Lumen L
Concrete LTG Lumens Per Watt LPW
Lighting LA Lap Joint LJ
Lighting Arrester LIM Lap Weld LW
Limit LS Latrolet LOL
Limit Switch LTD Lineal/Linear LIN FT
Limited L Location LOC
Line LIN Lock Closed LC
Linear LB Lock Open LO
Linoleum Base LF Long Leg Horizontal LLH
Linoleum Floor LIQ Long Leg Vertical LLV
Liquid L Long Radius LR
Liter LH Louver LVR
Litter Hook LL Lowest Astronomical Tide LAT
Live Lead
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M
Machine MACH Mechanical MECH
Machine Gun MG Mechanical Time Fuse MTF
Machine Rifle MR Mechanism MECH
Machine Steel MS Median MED
Magazine MAG Medical MED
Magnaflux M Medium MED
Magnet MAG Mega M
Magneto MAG Megahertz MHz
Magnetomotive Force MMF Megacycles MC
Main MN Megavar MVAR
Main Distributing Frame MDF Megawatt MW
Maintenance MAIN Megawatt-Hour MWH
Male & Female M&F Megohm MEG
Malleable MALL Melting Point MP
Malleable Iron MI Membrane MEMB
Manhole MH Memorandum MEMO
Manifold MANF Metal MET
Maneuvering MANUV Meter (instrument or M
Manual MAN Measure
Manual Volume Control MVC of Length) M-KG
Manufacture MFR Meter-Kilogram MEZZ
Marble MR Mezzanine or MU
Marine MAR Micro A or MUA
Mark MK Microampere F or MUF
Master MA Microfarad H or MUH
Material MATL Microhenry IN-RMS or MU-IN-
Maximum MAX Micro-Inch Root-Meat RMS
Maximum Working MWP Square MIC
Pressure MAC or MU-MU
Mean Acrodynamic Chord MEP Micrometer or MU MU
Mean Effective Pressure MHT Micro-micro or MU
Mean High Tide MHW Micromicron MIKE
Mean High Water MHHW Micron MI
Mean Higher High Water MLT Microphone MPG
Mean Low Tide MLW Miles MPG
Mean Low Water MLLW Miles per Gallon MIL
Mean Lower Low Water MSL Miles per Hour m
Mean Sea Level MSCP Military mG
Mean Spherical MT Milli
Candlepower MWR Miligram
Mean Tide
Mean Width Ratio
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Millihenry mH Motor Operated Valve MOV

Millilambert mL Mud Line Suspension MLS
Millimeter mm Marshalling Box MB
Million Gallons per Day MGD
Milliseconds MS
Millivolt MV
Milliwatt MW
Minimum MIN
Minute ( ) MIN
Miscellaneous MISC
Mixture MIX
Model MOD
Modify MOD
Modulated Continuous Wave MCW
Modulator MOD
Molding MLDG
Molecular Weight MOL WT
Momentary Contact MC
Monitor MON
Monument MON
Morse Taper MORT
Motor MOT
Motor Boat MB
Motor Generator MG
Mounting MTG
Multiple MULT
Multiple Contact MC
Muzzle Velocity MV
Machine Bolt MB
Male Pipe Thread MPT
Manufacturing MFG
Manufacturers Standardization MSS
Society
Match Line ML
Mechanical Joint MJ
Metal Clad MC
Miter Weld MW
Molybdenum MO or
MOLY
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N
Naccile NAC National Electrical Code NEC
National NATL Navigational NAV
National Emergency Steel NS
Naval Aircraft Factory NAF
Naval Architect NA
Navigate NAV
Navy Yard NYD
Near Face NF
Near Side NS
Negative NEG
Network NET
Neuropsychiatric NP
Neutral NEUT
New British Standard NBS
(Imperial Wire Gage)
Nickel-Silver NI-SIL
Nipple NP
Nitrostarch NITROS
No Voltage Release NVR
Nominal NOM
Non-Slip Tread NST
Non-Tight NT
Noon M
Normal NOR
North N
Nose Fuse NF
Not to Scale NTS
Number NO.
National Board of Fire NBFU
Underwriters
National Fire Project NFPA
Association NPT
National Pipe Thread NV
Needle Valve NKL
Nickel NRS
Non Rising Stem NLL
Normal Liquid Level NC
Normally Closed NO
Normally Open
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O
Obscure OB Outlet OUT
Observe OBS Output OUT
Obsolete OBS Outside Diameter OD
Octagon OCT Outside Face OF
Office OFF Outside Radius OR
Officer OFF Outside Screw and Yoke OS&Y
Ohm O Outstanding Leg OSL
Oil Circuit Breaker OCB Overall OA
Oil Immersed Water-Cooled OIWC Overboard OVBD
Oil Insulated OI Overflow OVFL
Oil Insulated Self-Cooled OISC Overhead OVHD
Oil Insulated Fan Cooled OIFC Overload OVLD
Oil Switch OS Overvoltage OVV
Oil Tight OT Open OPN
Olive Drab OD Open Hearth Quality OHQ
On Center OC Orientation ORIENT
One Pole 1P Outside Battery Limits OSBL
One Thousand Feet Board MBM Outside Bend OB
Measure
Opening OPNG
Operate OPR
Opposite OPP
Optical OPT
Orange ORN
Ordinance ORD
Orifice OFF
Original ORIG
Ornament ORN
Oscillate OSC
Ounce OZ
Out to Out O to O
Outboard OUTBD
Outgoing OUT
Outgoing Repeater OGR
Outgoing Trunk OGT
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P
Pack PK Pipe Sleeve P SL
Package PKG Pipe Thread (see Screw
Page PG Threads)
Painted PTD Pitch P
Paints and Oils P&O Pitch Circle PC
Pair PR Pitch Diameter PD
Panel PNL Plan or Plane Position Indicator PPI
Pantry PAN Plaster PLAS
Paragraph PAR. Plastic PLSTC
Parallel PAR. Plate PL
Paravane PARV. Plate (Electron Tube) P
Parkway PKWY Plotting PLOT
Part PT Plumbing PLMB
Parts Per Million PPM Pneumatic PNEU
Partition PARTN Point PT
Passage PASS Point Detonating PD
Passenger PASS Point Detonating Fuse PDF
Patent PAT Point of Compound Curve POC
Pattern PATT Point of Curve PC
Peck PK Point of Frog PF
Pedestal PED Point of Intersection PI
Penny (nails, etc.) d Point of Reserve Curve PRC
Penny Weight dWT Point of Spiral Tangent PST
Pentode PENT Point of Switch PS
Percussion PERC Point of Tangent PT
Perforate PERF Polar POL
Permanent PERM Polarized POL
Permanent Magnet PM Pole P
Perpendicular PERP Polish POL
Phrase PH Polyphase PYPH
Photograph PHOTO Porcelain PORC
Physical PHYS Port P
Pick Up PU Port and Starboard P&S
Piece PC Port of Embarkation POE
Pierce PRC Portable PORT
Pile PL Portland Cement PRTLND CEM
Pilot PLT POS
Pint PT Positive PX
Post Exchange
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Post Office PO Pyrometer PYR

Potable Water POT.W Pyrotechnic PYRO
Potential POT Polypropylene PP
Potential Transformer PT Piece Mark PC MK
Pound LB Pipe Support PS
Pounder PDR Pipe Tap PT
Pounds per Square Foot PSF Plain End/Polyethylene PE
Pounds per Square Inch PSI Platform PLATF
Pounds per Square Inch PSIA Piping Material Control PMCS
Absolute System
Powder PWD Post Indicator Valve PIV
Power PWR Pound Per Square Inch PSIG
Power Amplifier PA Gauge
Power Directional Relay PDR Projection PROJ
Power Factor PF Pump Out PMP OT
Power House PH Purchase Order PO
Precast PRCST Panel Board PNLBD
Prefabricated PREFAB Polyvinyl Chloride PVC
Premolded PRMLD Pressure Indicator PI
Prepare PREP Pull Box/Push Button PB
Pressure PRESS
Pressure Reducing Valve PRV
Primary PRI
Printer PTR
Private Automatic PAX
Exchange PBX
Private Branch Exchange PROD
Production PROJ
Project PROJ
Projectile PRF
Proof PROP
Propeller PROP
Proposed PROT
Protection PROV
Provision PA
Public Address PUB
Publication PC
Pulsating Current PPS
Pulses per Second PULV
Pulverizer PB
Push Button
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Q Recommend RECM
Quadrangle QUAD Record REC
Quadrant QUAD Rectangle RECT
Quality QUAL Rectifier RECT
Quantity QTY Reduce RED
Quarry QRY Reduced Charge R-CHG
Quarry Tile Base QTB Reducer RED
Quarry Tile Floor QTF Reference REF
Quarry Tile Roof QTR Refinery REF
Quart QT Reflective Insulation RI
Quarter QRT Reflector REFL
Quartermaster Corps QMC Refractory REFR
Quarters QRTS Refrigerate REFR
Quartz QTZ Regenerative REGEN
Quick Firing QF Register REG
Regulator REG
R Reheater RHR
Radial RAD Reinforce REINF
Radiator RAD Relative Humidity RH
Radio Direction Finding RDF Relay REL
Radio Frequency RF Release REL
Radius R Relief REL
Railing RLG Relief Valve RV
Railroad RR Remote Control RC
Railway RY Remove REM
Raised Face RF Renewable REN
Rapid Rectilinear RR Repair REP
Raw Water RW Replace REPL
Reactive REAC Reproduce REPRO
Reactive Volt Ampere VAR Repulsion REP
Reactor REAC Required REQD
Ream RM Requisition REQ
Reasemble REASM Reserve RES
Reaumur R Residual RESID
Receiver REC Resistance RES
Receptacle RECP Resistor RES
Reciprocate RECIP Retainer RET
Recirculate RECIRC Retard RET
Reclosing RECL Return RET
Recognition RECOG Reverse REV
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Revolution REV
Revolutions per Minute REV
Revolutions per Second RPM
Rheostat RPS
Right RHEO
Right Hand RT
Right of Way RH
Righting Arm R/W
Ringing GZ
Riser RING
Rivet R
Road RIV
Rocket Launcher RD
Rockwell Hardness RL
Roof RH
Roof Drain RF
Roofing RD
Room RFG
Room Diameter RM
Root Mean Square RD
Rotary RMS
Rotate Rot
Rough ROT
Round RGH
Rubber RD
Rudder RUB
Remote Terminal Unit RUD
Resistance Temperature RTU
Detector RTD
Roll
Raised Face Smooth Finish RO
Reboiler RFSF
Reinforce Concrete Pipe REBLR
Ring Type Joint RCP
Running Trap RTJ
RT
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S
Saddle SAD American National Straight Pipe NPSL
Safe Working Pressure SWP Threads for Locknuts and
Safety SAF Locknut Pipe Threads
Safety Valve SV American National Straight Pipe NPSM
Sail Area SA Threads for Mechanical Joints
Sailnometer SAL American National Taper Pipe NPTF
Salt Water SW Threads for Dry Seal
Salvage SALV Pressure Type Joints
Sampling SAMP American National Taper Pipe NPTR
Sand Blast SD BL Threads for Railing Fixtures
Sanitary SAN American Truncated Whitworth TWC
Saturate SAT Coarned Thread
Saybolt Seconds Furol SSF American Truncated Whitworth TWS
(Oil Viscosity) Fine Thread SCUP
Saybolt Seconds Universal SSU Scupper S
(Oil Viscosity) Scuttle SF
Scavenge SCAV Sea Flood SL
Schedule SCH Sea Level SMLS
Schematic SCHEM Seamless SL
Scleroscope Hardness SCLER Searchlight SEC
Screen SCRN Second SEC
Screening Smoke HC Secondary SECT
Screw SCR Section SEG
Screw-Thread Standards Segment SEL
American National, 8, 12 or 16 Select SELS
Pitch Head N Selsyn SAP
American National Acme Thread NA Semi-Armor Piercing SF
American National Course Thread NC Semi Finished SF XD
American National Extra Fine Thread NEF Semi-Fixed SS
American National Fine Thread NF Semi Steel SDR
American National Special Pitch, etc Sender SEP
Thread NS Separate SEQ
American National Straight Pipe Sequence SER
Thread in Pipe Couplings NPSC Serial SER
American National Straight Pipe Series SERV
Threads for Dry Seal Pressure Service SFO
Tight Joint NPSF Service Fuel Oil SS
American National Straight Pipe Set Screw SET
Threads for Hose Couplings and Setting SEW
Nipples NPSH Sewer
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Shaft SFT Slotted SLOT

Shaft Allev SA Slow Release SR
Shaft Horsepower SHP Small SM
Shaped Charge SC Small Arms SA
Shear Plate SP Smoke SMK
Sheathing SHTHG Smokeless SMKLS
Sheet SH Socket SOC
Shell SHL Soft S
Shield SHLD Soil Pipe SP
Shiplifter SFTR Soil Stack SSK
Shipment SHPT Solder SLD
Ship Service SS Solenoid SOL
Shock Absorber SH ABS Soot Blower SB
Shop Order SO Sound SND
Shore Connection SH CON Sounding Tube ST
Short Wave SW South S
Shoulder SHLD Spare SP
Shower SH Speaker SPKR
Shrapnel SHRAP Special SPL
Shunt SH Special Treatment Steel STS
Shut off Valve SOV Specific SP
Side S Specific Gravity SP GR
Siding SDG Specific Heat SP HT
Signal SIG Specification SPEC
Silence SIL Speed SP
Similar SIM Spherical SPHER
Simplex SX Spherical Candle Power SCP
Single S Spin Stabilized (Rockets) SS
Single Feeder SF Spindle SPDL
Single Groove (Insulators) SG Solash Block SB
Single Grove, Single Petticoat SGSP Spot Faced SF
(Insulators) Spring SPG
Sink SK Sprinkler SPR
Sketch SK Squadron SQUAD
Slate SL Square SQ
Sleeve SLV Squirrel Cage SQ CG
Slide SL
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Stabilize STAB Substitute SUB

Stainless STN Substructure SUBSTR
Stainless Steel SST Suction SUCT
Stairway STWY Supercharge S-CHG
Stamp STP Superheater SUPHTR
Stanchion STAN Superimposed Current SC
Standard STD Superintendent SUPT
Standard Nomenclature List SNL Superquick SQ
Standpipe SP Supersede SUPSD
Starboard STBD Superstructure SUPERSTR
Statecom SR Supervise SUPV
Static Pressure SP Supplement SUPP
Station STA Supply SUP
Stationary STA Support SUPT
Steam SR Surface SUR
Steam Working Pressure ST WP Survey SURV
Steel STL Suspend SUSP
Steering STEER Swash Bulkhead SW BHD
Sterilizer STER Swinging Bracket SWG BKT
Stiffener STIFF Switch SW
Stirrup STIR Switch and Relay Tape
Stock STK Single Pole Switch SP SW
Stone STN Single Pole Single Throw Swich SPST SW
Storage STG Single Pole Double Throw Switch SPDT SW
Storm Water ST W Double Pole Switch DP SW
Stowage STOW Double Pole Single Throw Switch DPST SW
Straight STR Double Pole Double Throw Switch DPDT SW
Strainer STR Triple Pole Switch 3P SW
Strake STK Triple Pole Single Throw Switch 3PST SW
Strand STRD Triple Pole Double Throw Switch 3PDT SW
Street ST 4 Pole Switch 4P SW
Structural STR 4 Pole Single Throw Switch 4PST SW
Stuffing Box SB 4 Pole Double Throw Swich 4PDT SW
Subcaliber SUBCAL
Submerged SUB
Substation SUBSTA
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Switchboard SWBD
Switchgear SWGR
Symbol SYM
Symmetrical SYM
Synchronous SYN
Synchroscope SYNSCP
Synthetic SYN
System SYS
Sample Connection SC
Screwed SCRD
Screwed Bonnet SCRDB
Screwed End by Socket Weld End SC/SW
Short Radius SR
Single Random Length SRL
Slip-on SO
Society of Automotive Engineers SAE
Socket Weld SW
Socketolet SOL
Spectacle Blind SPEC BLD
Steam Jacket SJ
Steam Out SO
Steam Trace ST
Strong STRG
Swage SWG
Shut Down S/D
Square Foot SF
Square Meter SM
Supervisory Control and Data SCADA
Acquisition
Space SPA
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Tabulate TAB Thousand Foot Pounds KIP-FT

Tail Bomb Fuse TBF Thouand Pound KIP
Tandem TDM Thread THD
Tangent TAN Thread Per Inch TPI
Tank Destroyer TD Throttle THROT
Taper TPR Through THRU
Target Practice TP Ticket TKT
Target Practice With Tracer TP-T Tie Line TL
Tarpaulin TARP Timber TMBR
Technical TECH Time T
Technical Bulletin TB Time and Superquick TSQ
Technical Manual TM Time Delay TD
Technical Report TR Tobin Bronze TOB BRZ
Tee T Toggle TGL
Telegraph TLG Tolerance TOL
Telemeter TLM Toil T
Telephone TEL Tongue & Groove T&G
Teletypewriter Exchange TWX Tool Steel TS
Temperature TEMP Tooth T
Termperature Meter TM Torpedo TORP
Termplate TEMP Torpedo Group TG
Tensile Strength TS Torpedo Part of Beam TP
Tension TENS Trace TR
Terminal TERM Tracer TCR
Terra Cotta TC Trailing Edge TE
Terrazzo TER Training TNG
Tertiary TER Transciever XCVR
Test Link TL Transfer XFR
That is IE Transformer XFMR
Theoretical THEO Transmission XMSN
Thermal THRM Transmit-Receive TR
Thermocouple TC Transmitter XMTR
Thermometer THERM Transmitting XMTG
Thermostat THERMO Transportation TRANS
Thick THK Transverse TRANSV
Thousand M Transverse Expansion Joint TEJ
Thousand Circular Mills MCM Tread (Stair Details) T
Thousand Cubic Feet MCF
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Treated Hard Pressed Fiber THPFB Unit U

Board Unit Cooler UC
Trinitrotoluene TNT Unit Heater UH
Triode TRI United States Gage USG
Trip Coil TC United States Standard USS
True Air Speed TAS United States Thread
Trunk TRK (see Screw Threads)
Truss T Universal UNIV
Tubing TUB Unless Noted UN
Turned Radio Frequency TRF Untreated Hard Pressed Fiber UHPFB
Turbine TURB Board
Turbine Drive TD Urinal UR
Tumbuckle TRNBKL
Turret TUR V
Twisted TW
Typical TYP Vacuum VAC
Tangent Line TL Vacuum Tube VT
Tangent to Tangent T/T Valve Box VB
Temporary TMP Vandyke VD
Test Blind ULT Vapor Proof VAP PRF
Thread Both Ends UHF Variable VAR
Thread End UV Varnish VARN
Thread Large End UNDW Vegetable VEG
Thread One End TOE Velocity VEL
Temporary Strainer TS Vent Pipe VP
Thread Small End TSE Vent Stack VS
Threaded and Coupled T and C Ventilate VENT
Threadolet TOL Versed Sine VERS
Tounge and Groove T and G Versus S
Top of Concrete TOC Vertical VERT
Top of Pipe TOP Vertical Ladder VL
Terminal Board TB Very High Frequency VHF
Top of Grout TOGROU Very Low Frequency VLF
Top of Grating TOG Vestibule VEST
Top of Plate TOPL Vibrate VIB
Triad TR Video-Frequency VF
Tube TU Viscosity VISC
U Vitreous VIT
Ultimate Voice Tube VT
Ultra High Frequency
Under Voltage
Under Water
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Volt V Width W
Voltage Relay VR Wind WD
Voltampere VA Wire W
Voltmeter VM Wire Way WW
Voltmeter Switch VS With W
Volts Per Mil VPM With Equipment and Spare W/ E&SP
Volume VOL Parts
Without W/O
W Without Equipment and Spare W/O E&SP
Wall W Parts
Wall Thickness WTH Wood WD
Wardroom WR Woodruff WDF
Warehouse WHSE Working Pressure WP
Warhead WARHD Wrought WRT
Washer WASH Wrought Iron WI
Washroom WR Welded Wire Fabric WWF
Water W Water, OIl and Gas WOG
Watercloset WC Weld Bonnet WB
Water Cooler WCR Weld End WE
Water Heater WH Weld Neck WN
Water Line WL Weld Saddle WS
Water Light WT Weldolet WOL
Watts W Wide Flange WF
Watts Per Candle WPC Working Point WP
Watthour WHR
Watthour Meter WHM XYZ
Wattmeter WM
Weather Stripping WS Yard YD
Weatherproof WP Yards YDS
Week WK Year YR
Weight WT Yellow YEL
West W Yield Point YP
West Bulb WB Yield Strength YS
Wetted Surface WS
Wheel Base WB
White WHT
White Phosphorous WP
Wall Thickness WTH
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2.0 Abbreviations and Letter Symbols for Cable and Magnet Wire
CABLE: The identification consists of a letter symbol indicating the insulation used,
followed by one or more letter symbols indicative of the kind of finish as follows:
Insulation
Asbestos A
Glyptal Cloth G
Paper P
Rubber R
Silk S
Synthetic Thermoplastic T
Varnished Cambric VC
Finish
Asbestos A
Braid of any Kind B
Braided Wire Armor BW
Double Braid DB
Flat Band Metallic Armor F
Glass G
Hose Jacket HJ
Interlocked Metallic Armor I
Jute Asphalted (Non Metallic Armor) J
Lead Sheath L
Rubber Sheath R
Wire Armor (Round) W
MAGNET WIRE: The basic letter symbols for magnet wire follows. Combination
insulations are specified by using the approved letter symbols in the order of
application to the conductor.
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Basic Magnet Wire Letter Symbols
Bonded B
Cellophane K
Cellulose Acetate L
Cotton C
Double D
Enamel E
Glass G
Heavy H
Paper P
Silk S
Varnish Treated V
A list of popular combinations of the basic magnet wire letter symbols and their proper
symbol indications follows.
Enameled
Enamel E
Heavy Enamel HE
Cotton Covered
Single Cotton C
Bonded Single Cotton BC
Single Cotton Varnish CV
Double Cotton DC
Bonded Double Cotton BDC
Double Cotton Varnish DCV
Paper and Cotton Covered
Single Paper Single Cotton PC
Single Paper Double Cotton PDC
Double Paper Single Cotton DPC
Double Paper Double Cotton DPDC
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Silk and Cotton Covered

Single Cotton Single Silk CS
Single Cotton Double Silk CDS
Double Cotton Single Silk DCS
Double Cotton Double Silk DCDS
Thermoplastic Insulated
Single T
Heavy HT
Triple TT
Quadraple QT
Glass Insulated
Single Glass G
Double Glass DG
Single Enamel Single Glass EG
Heavy Enamel Single Glass HEG
Cellulose Accetate Covered
Single Acetate L
Single Enamel Single Acetate EL
Single Acetate Single Cotton LC
Double Acetate DL
Cellophane Covered
Single Cellophane K
Single Enamel Single Cellophane EK
Heavy Enamel Single Cellophane HEK
Enamel and Cotton Covered
Enamel Single Cotton EC
Enamel Bonded Single Cotton EBC
Enamel Double Cotton Varnish EDCV
Heavy Enamel Single Cotton HEC
Heavy Enamel Bonded Single Cotton HEBC
Heavy Enamel Single Cotton Varnish HECV
Heavy Enamel Double Cotton HEDC
Heavy Enamel Bonded Double Cotton HEBDC
Heavy Enamel Double Cotton Varnish HEDCV
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Silk Covered
Single Silk S
Bonded Single Silk BS
Single Silk Varnish SV
Double Silk DS
Bonded Double Silk BDS
Double Silk Varnish DSV
Enamel Single Silk ES
Enamel Bonded Single Silk EBS
Enamel Single Silk Varnish ESV
Enamel Double Silk EDS
Enamel Bonded Double Silk EBDS
Enamel Double Silk Varnish EDSV
Heavy Enamel Single Silk HES
Heavy Enamel Bonded Single Silk HEBS
Heavy Enamel Single Silk Varnish HESV
Heavy Enamel Double Silk HEDS
Heavy Enamel Bonded Double Silk HEBDS
Heavy Enamel Double Silk Varnish HEDSV
Paper Covered
Single Paper P
Single Paper Bonded BP
Double Paper DP
Double Paper Bonded BDP
Enamel and Paper Covered
Enamel Single Paper Bonded EBP
Enamel Double Paper Bonded EBDP
Heavy Enamel Single Paper Bonded HEBP
Heavy Enamel Double Paper Bonded HEBDP
ENGINEERING DRAWINGS REPLACES : 01 AUG 93
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SECTION DESCRIPTION PAGE NO.
* I. DRAWING FORMATS AND MEDIA 1

* 1.0 Sizes 1
* 2.0 Media 2
II. DRAWING NUMBERS AND RELATED 1

* 1.0 Drawing Number 1
* 2.0 Sheet Number 3
* 3.0 Revision Number 6
4.0 Drawing Index Letters 8
* 5.0 Plant Numbers 9
6.0 Job Order Numbers 10
7.0 Requesting Drawing Numbers 11
* 8.0 CADD Drawing Numbers 11
9.0 Attachments 11
III. OTHER NUMBERS

* 1.0 Building Numbers 1
2.0 Cable and Conduit Numbers 2
* 3.0 Engineering Form Numbers 3
* 4.0 Equipment Tag Numbers 4
5.0 Instrument Tag Numbers 7
6.0 Pipeline Numbers 9
* 7.0 Attachments 10

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IV. ENGINEERING DRAWING TITLES 1
1.0 Titles 1
2.0 Drawing Type 2
V. HANDLING ENGINEERING DRAWINGS 1
1.0 Responsible Engineering Office Requirements 1

* 2.0 Reviewing and Certifying New Drawings 2
3.0 Reviewing and Certifying Drawing Revisions 4
4.0 Submitting Drawings 5
* 5.0 Revising Drawings 5
6.0 Handling Drawings with Duplicate Numbers 11
* 7.0 Cancelling Drawings 11
8.0 Preparing As-built Drawings 12
* 9.0 Preparing Demolition Drawings 14
* 10.0 Designating Emergency Drawings 15
* 11.0 Handling Security Drawings 16
* 12.0 Using Temporary Drawings 16
* 13.0 Handling Library Drawings 17
* 14.0 Attachments 18

SECTION I - DRAWING FORMATS AND MEDIA PAGE NO. : 01 OF 02
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* I. DRAWING FORMATS AND MEDIA
* 1.0 Sizes
The following table shows the only acceptable sizes for Saudi Aramco
Engineering Drawings:
SIZE AMERICAN EUROPE OVERALL DIMENSIONS

CODE DESIG. DESIG. mm inches
A E - 711 x 1016 28 x 40
B D - 508 x 711 20 x 28
C C - 356 x 508 14 x 20
D B - 279 x 432 11 x 17
E A - 216 x 279 8-1/2 x 11
J - A3 279 x 420 11-3/4 x 16-1/2
K - A4 210 x 279 8-1/4 x 11-3/4
1.1 See Standard Drawing AE-036625 for details concerning the spacing
requirements for Notes, Title Block, Drawing Areas and Borders. VOLUME III -
GENERAL INFORMATION, SECTION II.

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* 2.0 Media
The following table shows the standard material types for each size of
Engineering Drawing: (For material types) of individual drawings,
refer to Volumes III and IV.
MEDIA TYPES APPROPRIATE FOR REMARKS

DRAWING SIZE
A B C D E J K
1. Polyester Drafting Film X X Isometric

3 mil thick (Mylar)
2. Vellum, 100% rag base, X X X X X X

translucent 1 mil thick
Typed or
3. Bond Paper, high X X X X computer
quality generated
4. Paper, report grade X X X X X X X CADD Usage

electrostatic, 1 mil only
thick
5. Vellum, electrostatic X X CADD Usage

100% cotton base, only
1 mil thick
2.1 Any substitutions must be approved in writing by the Principal

Engineering Service Office (PESO).
2.2 For materials such as pencils, ink, erasers, etc., refer to VOLUME III of
this manual.

SECTION II - DRAWING NUMBERS AND RELATED PAGE : 01 OF 11
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II. DRAWING NUMBERS AND RELATED
Alpha/numeric characters are assigned to all Engineering Drawings for identification

and records management.
Covered in this section are the alpha/numeric characters that appear in the
identification line of the title block for each drawing.
JO / EWO NO. PLANT INDEX DRAWING NO. SHT.NO REV.NO

NO
XXXXX XXX X XX-XXXXXX XXX XXX
X - Normal character patterns.
1.0 Drawing Number (alpha/numeric)
The Drawing Number provides one part of the "unique" identification code for
each Engineering Drawing. It comprises a single character Prefix Letter, a
single character Sheet Size Code, and a six (6) character Identifying Number.
1.1 Typical Drawing Number
XX - XXXXXX
Prefix Letter
Sheet Size Code
Identifying Number
Example: DB-765432
A 'B' size drawing assigned in Dhahran, identified as number 765432.

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* 1.2 Prefix Letter (alpha)
a) The following Prefix Letters are currently being assigned by

PESO for use as part of the drawing number.
A - Standard Drawings only.

B - Saudi Aramco, Southern Area (Eastern Arabia)
H - Saudi Aramco, Central Area (Eastern Arabia)
R - Saudi Aramco, Northern Area (Eastern Arabia)
V - Saudi Aramco, (Central and Western Arabia)
b) The following Prefix Letters can be used on new drawings but are
"restricted use only". See PESO for information.
MI - SAG Security Drawings

MS - Saudi Aramco Security Drawings
c) The following prefix letters appear on Engineering Drawings but

are no longer used on new drawing production.
A - Aramco San Francisco or New York, AOC at Rome or

London (except for Standard Drawing).
G - SOCAL
K - SCECO
L - Aramco Overseas, Beirut
N - AOC assigned drawing number.
X - ASC assigned drawing number.
D - Dhahran assigned drawing numbers.
d) The following prefix letters are listed here for reference. They are
not used in conjunction with Engineering Drawings.
S - Surveying Services
MP - Facilities Planning Maps
AM - Area Maps

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1.3 Sheet Size Code (alpha)
The Sheet Size Code is a single alpha character used to identify the
drawing size. It does not make up part of the "unique" drawing
identification number since this code can change depending upon the
present size of the drawing.
Note: The Sheet Size Code must always agree with the actual size of
the drawing. It can be changed but requires a formal revision
and should be noted somewhere in the revision column.
The following letters are approved for use in identifying the drawing size.
A, B, C, D, E. See ENGINEERING DRAWINGS, SECTION-I for details
on sizes.
1.4 Identifying Number
The Identifying Number is a six (6) character numeric code. All digits
from 0 to 9 can be used. All six characters must be continuous with no
comma separation.
2.0 Sheet Number
The Sheet Number is a three (3) digit number ranging from 001 to 999. For
ease of presentation it can be written without leading zeros. ie. Sheet 027 or
27, Sheet 001 or 1.
Most Engineering Drawings must be grouped in 'sets' of drawings using the

same Drawing Number with multiple sheets. Example, P&ID, ILD, and One Line
Diagrams. When 'sets' are used then the Sheet Number provides part of the
"unique" identifier for the drawing.
Restrictions governing the use of Sheet Numbers for 'sets' are as follows:
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* 2.1 All drawings that form part of a 'set' within the same Drawing Number
must be the same size. If a drawing size changes then it must be
cancelled from the set and given a new Drawing Number
2.2 Sheet SETS must be made for a common engineering subject, the
subject may be: Design, Process or Service within a specific engineering
discipline.
Example:
DESIGN - Plot Plans

- Structural Details
- Equipment Layouts
- Hazardous Area Classifications
PROCESS - Process Flow Diagrams

- Piping and Instrument Diagrams
- Valve Operating Diagrams
SERVICE - - Piping Isometrics of Same Product

(e.g. Air, Steam, Fuel Gas, etc.)
- Electrical Drawings
(e.g. One Line Dia., Conn. Dia., Elem. Diag., Elect. L/O
etc)
- Instrument Points and Lines
2.3 All sheets in one set must be numbered sequentially without number
gaps for 'Unused' sheets. If gaps are unavoidable, exception can be
made by utilizing a face sheet to indicate "spare" in lieu of the unused
sheet number.
2.4 A set of pre-numbered sheets pertaining to one piece of equipment (e.g.

equipment data sheets), make up one drawing set.

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2.5 Drawing and sheet numbers for Instrument Loop Diagrams, Instrument
Installation Schedules, Cable & Conduit Schedules and Pipe Line
Designation Tables must be requested from PESO separately, by using
the appropriate request form in each case.
2.6 Face Sheets should be provided for all size drawing sets having the
same Drawing Numbers and more than ten sheets. They are mandatory
for Instrument Installation Schedules, Instrument Loop Diagrams and
Drawing sets that contain sheets with alpha/ numeric sheet numbers .
The Face Sheet must list all sheets in the set and their titles. For
Instrument Loop Diagrams, it shall also show, the loop numbers for each
sheet.
2.6.1 The first Face Sheet is numbered 'FS1'. If more than one Face
Sheet is required, it will be designated 'FS2' (etc) and all
subsequent sheets shall be numbered accordingly.
2.6.2 Existing drawings that have Face Sheets designations other than
FS1 must be corrected.
* 2.6.3 When required to be revised, Face Sheets shall only have full
numeric revision numbers (i.e. 001, 002, etc.).
2.7 If a Face Sheet is not used, only the first sheet of a set must reflect the
total number of sheets, (i.e. sheet 001 of 027 followed by sheets 002,
003,....,027). Numbering sequences containing alpha characters are
unacceptable.
2.8 Alpha-Numeric sheet numbers may be used only in sheet sets that are
covered by a face sheet.
2.9 Sets developed for Instrument Installation Schedules should be limited to

a particular category of instruments within a plant.
2.10 The titles of individual sheets within a set may vary slightly, if so required
for clarification and definition of location. However, the Drawing Size,
Plant Numbers, Index and Plant Title must be the same on all sheets.

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2.11 Drawing sets such as in Scopes of Work, Construction Specifications,

Drawing Controls, Equipment Inspection Schedules, and other such
documents constituting a coherent set, can be assigned one Drawing
Number with multiple sheet numbers. Only the total number of sheets in
the set show the total number of sheets and is listed in DTACS for
reference as such. Face sheets are not required.
2.12 All sheets in one drawing must be generated using the same drawing
media. That is, either all manual or all CADD or all PC DATABASE, etc.
2.13 New sheets generated as part of an existing CADD drawing must also
be on CADD.
Note: Existing drawings bearing alpha/numeric sheet identification

should be corrected by the REO before the drawing is
resubmitted with revision information. All reference drawings
must be similarly corrected.
3.0 Revision Number/Suffix (numeric/alpha)
3.1 The Revision Number is composed of one to three character, numeric or

numeric/alpha code, except for "Developmental revisions by contractor"
and "Field modification during construction" (see revision matrix in
section V, Handling of Engineering Drawings). This code is used to
identify the latest approved revision on a drawing. The Revision Number
is all numeric when all contents of a drawing reflect a total "As-Built"
condition, and numerical/alpha when it is a partial modification or a
partial "As-Built".
3.2 The first certified and approved issue of a new drawing, whether
manually prepared or drawn on CADD, must bear revision '0' in the
revision section and "ISSUED FOR CONSTRUCTION" description in the
bottom line of the revision block (see Attachment-A, Section V - Handling
of Engineering Drawings). Certification and approval signatures must
appear in the main title block.
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3.3 When a drawing is issued for revision purposes, the PESO assigns the
appropriate revision number to the REO depending on the type of
revision anticipated (see paragraph 3.5). The REO must use this
assigned number.
3.4 When the REO wants to immediately add another revision for some
other project, the current revision must be microfilmed before modifying
the drawing for the other project, and simultaneously, request the
drawings for revision. In this case, the REO must submit forms 8135-
ENG and 8134-ENG together with the drawings for quick process and
re-issue of the drawing and the new revision number. Each revision
must be microfilmed separately.
3.5 Based on the information supplied by the REO when requesting a

drawing for revision or design modification form 8134-ENG, PESO will
determine the level of revision that would satisfy REO's requirements, on
the following basis:
- For Normal Modification
That is a new design, design change or partial "As-Built" being

applied to an existing drawing. A numeric/alpha revision number
will be issued.
- For Full "As-Built"
For a new or existing drawing being brought to a full As-Built

condition, a whole numeric revision number will be issued.
* 3.6 Releasing drawings for revision requires the concurrence of the

Operations Engineering for all drawings in existing facilities. The project
management and design groups engineer must acquire the concurrence
of the Operations Engineering before submitting their drawing requests
to PESO.
Note: Grass-roots project drawings may be made as-built without such

requirement.

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3.7 Existing drawings being re-drawn manually or on CADD database must

reflect the revision number assigned by PESO.
3.8 The revision Number assigned by PESO to the REO must be used to
reflect only approved information.
Note: See revision matrix in section V - Handling Engineering Drawings.
3.9 If two or more modifications, for different job numbers, are to be made on
a drawing due to: "As-Built", Design change, etc., each modification must
be individually microfilmed with a separate revision number for each job.
Consult PESO for the next revision number in this case.
3.10 The revision sequence to be used during a new drawing development
stage (prior to initial certification and approval as Revision '0') is as
follows: Rev. A, B, C, D, E, etc. (in capital letters). When the drawing is
Certified and Approved For Construction the development stage
revisions are removed and the revision number is changed to '0'.
3.11 See SECTION V, Paragraph 4.0 "Revising Drawings" for further detailed
information on how to revise engineering drawings.
4.0 Drawing Index Letters (alpha)
4.1 Drawing Index Letters are single alpha characters in the range of A to Z
(except I and 0). They are used to categorize the basic types of
drawings. Only capital letters are used.
4.2 Index Letters are shown on Engineering Drawings in the title block just
left of the Drawing Number. A Maximum two index letters are acceptable
to a drawing, arranged by order of importance (not necessarily in
alphabetic sequence).
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4.3 Standard Drawing AE-036411 lists the approved Index Letters. These
letters can only be changed or their content modified through revision of
the Standard Drawings.
4.4 Refer to VOLUME III - INDEX SYSTEM for details about Index Letters.
5.0 Plant Numbers (alpha/numeric)
5.1 Plant Numbers are three characters in length. The characters may be
either alpha or numeric.
5.2 Plant Numbers are shown on Engineering Drawings in the title block, just
left of the Index Letter.
* 5.3 Only one Plant Number should be assigned to an Engineering Drawing.

However, more than one plant number may be allowed under certain
circumstances, ie. when the drawing contains interrelated information for
more than one plant: continuation of lines, interface points, jumpers, tie-
in points, etc. Drawings requiring more than one Plant Number must be
approved by the Chief Draftsman.
5.4 When an Engineering Drawing is 'typical' for more than one plant, then
separate Drawing Numbers must be assigned for each plant. Listing
multiple Plant Numbers on duplicate type drawings is not permitted. The
basic information on the typical drawing must be reproduced on a
phototransparency copy or copied on CADD and then separate Drawing
Numbers added to create distinct drawings for each plant.
* 5.5 The issue and control of Saudi Aramco Plant Numbers is the
responsibility of the Chief Draftsman. Access DTACS, or contact PESO
to obtain up-to-date listings of currently assigned Plant Numbers with
approved descriptions.

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5.6 To apply for a new Plant Number, a request letter must be submitted to
the Chief Draftsman stating the following information:
a) Name of Requesting Operations Organization

b) Organization Code, Mailing Address, Phone Number
c) Manager's Surname, Initials and Signature
d) Requester's Contact Representative
e) Approved BI & JO Numbers
f) New Facility Name
g) Increment Information (if available)
h) Facility Location (include a Site Plant or indicate the nearest existing
Plant)
i) Brief Description of the New Facility.
Note: If a PMT is initiating the request, then the operation

proponent concurrence is requied
5.7 Any changes to the status of a plant (abandoned, dismantled,

mothballed, renamed, etc.) must be reported to the Chief Draftsman by
the responsible Operating Engineering organizations.
6.0 Job Order/EWO Numbers
6.1 Capital Project Item Number associated with a budget under which
engineering drawings are created. If no JO or EWO numbers are
designated, then BI number may be used.
6.2 The Job Number is shown on Engineering Drawings in a box to the left
of the title block. For capital project work, the use of this number is
mandatory. For operation and maintenance work, the number is
optional.
6.3 The initial Job Number should remain on drawings indefinitely.
6.4 REO is responsible for determining the need for this information on its
Engineering Drawings and for obtaining the correct number.
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7.0 Requesting Drawing Numbers
7.1 PESO is responsible for assignment and control of all Engineering

Drawing Numbers.
7.2 A REO who requires Engineering Drawing Numbers from PESO must
complete Saudi Aramco Form # 8132 (Engineering Drawing Numbers
Request).
7.3 Drawing numbers assigned by PESO may be used on project proposal

drawings. In such a case, the prefix and size will be substituted by PP
prefix (e.g. PP-123456). Re-use these numbers on the same drawings
for the detailed design phase by changing prefix PP to the assigned
prefix and applicable size.
7.4 REO must inform PESO of all drawing numbers which have not been
used. Numbers retained by REO after completion of a project would be
counted as drawings generated and kept by the REO. The REO
Management will be asked to submit these drawings to PESO.
7.5 Unused drawing numbers MUST NOT be listed on the project drawing
control sheet.
8.0 CADD Drawing Numbers
* 8.1 Drawings produced on a CADD system are subject to the same

numbering method as the manually drafted drawings. In addition to the
full range of identifying numbers, the words "CADD" as well as
"VECTOR", "RASTER", or "HYBRID" must appear below the drawing title
block, under the revision number.
9.0 Attachments
'A' Annotated example, Engineering Drawing Numbers Request, form Saudi

Aramco 8132-ENG.

SAUDI ARAMCO DRAFTING MANUAL-VOLUME I
SECTION II - DRAWING NUMBERS AND RELATED
ATTACHMENT 'A'
Annotated example of how to prepare and submit form Saudi Aramco 8132-ENG, Engineering
Drawing Number Request.
General Format:
- The Engineering Drawing Number Request form is divided into spaces whereby each
space should not include more than one character. A character could be a letter,
number or symbol such as a dash, comma, etc. Use only block lettering on the form.
- This form is completed in part by the Saudi Aramco Engineer (REO) who wishes to
obtain drawing numbers and by PESO who assigns the numbers.
- The form must be completed as illustrated herein or it will not be accepted by PESO.
This includes the full signature of the authorized Saudi Aramco Project/Job Engineer
(REO).
Preparation:
a) ACTION CODE
(By PESO)
b) LOCATION CODE
The location code assigned by PESO to each REO for use in tracking issued drawings
and drawing numbers.
c) ORGANIZATION CODE
Necessary only when location code has not been previously assigned and a new one
is requested.
d) EXISTING DRAWING CONTROL

The drawing number for the existing Drawing Control sheet of a job that is still in
progress and for which additional numbers are required.
e) NO. OF DWG. NOS. REQ'D

The total amount of applicable drawing numbers (not total amount of drawing sheets)
required based on the number of drawings estimated for the job. This drawing
estimate must not include numbers for Instrument Loop Diagrams, Instrument
Installation Schedules, Cable and Conduit Schedules and Line Designation Tables.
These numbers should be requested from PESO separately. See SECTION III - Other
Numbers.
ATTACHMENT 'A'
f) PROJECT/JOB TITLE
Name of Project/Job.
g) B.I.
The Budget Item Number.
h) JO/EWO NUMBER
The account number under which the project/job is executed. Drawing Numbers
issued under a particular JO/EWO shall be used for work relevant to that job only. For
other jobs, separate Engineering Drawing Number Requests are required.
i) CONTRACTOR NAME
Name of the contractor responsible for the design work if not done in-house Saudi
Aramco.
j) CONTRACTOR ADDRESS
Contact address of the Contractor preparing the drawings if not done in-house Saudi
Aramco.
k) ARAMCO PROJECT/JOB ENGINEER

The full name of the Saudi Aramco Engineer placing the request. The Saudi Aramco
Engineer, (who now becomes the REO for these drawings) is responsible to control the
use of drawing numbers by means of the Drawing Control, form Saudi Aramco 2617-
ENG.
l) ADDRESS/TELEPHONE
The address and telephone number of the Saudi Aramco Engineer (REO).
m) SIGNATURE AND DATE

The signature of the Saudi Aramco Engineer (REO) and date.
ATTACHMENT 'A'
Submittal:
n) After completing their portion of the form, the REO should submit it to the PESO for
completion.
p) PESO will date stamp the form, review and approve the request, complete the drawing
number assignments, and make a reference copy for the REO. The original is kept on
file with PESO.
Special Note:
REO shall return to PESO a copy of the relevant form 8132 identifying the drawing
numbers not used and enclosing a copy of the Drawing Control form 2617 identifying
the drawing numbers used. PESO will correct the drawing number assignment
information accordingly. Each drawing number used constitutes a separate
Engineering Drawing which must be handled in accordance with SECTION V -
Handling Engineering Drawings.
ENGINEERING DRAWING NUMBERS REQUEST
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NUMBERS FOR THE SAME JOB. ONLY ONE DRAWING CONTROL SHEET SHALL BE USED FOR EACH JOB ORDER OR E.W.O.
2. ISSUED DRAWING NUMBERS SHALL NOT BE USED FOR INSTRUMENT LOOP DIAGRAMS, INSTRUMENT INSTALLATION SCHEDULES, CABLE & CONDUIT SCHEDULES AND LINE
DESIGNATION TABLES. FOR THESE DRAWING NUMBERS CONTACT THE PRINCIPAL ENGINEERING SERVICE OFFICE (PESO).
3. FOR ADDITIONAL DRAWING NUMBERS, ANOTHER REQUEST MUST BE SUBMITTED.
4, ALL UNUSED DRAWING NUMBERS MUST BE REPORTED TO THE PRINCIPAL ENGINEERING SERVICE OFFICE (PESO) UPON COMPLETION OF THE PROJECT.
SECTION III - OTHER NUMBERS PAGE NO. : 01 OF 10
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III. OTHER NUMBERS
The major alpha/numeric identifiers used in preparing engineering drawings are

detailed in this SECTION.
1.0 Building Numbers (alpha/numeric)
For purposes of identification, building numbers are assigned to each Saudi

Aramco facility. Each geographical area has its own system of coding building
numbers. Most numbering systems consist of 1 to 6 characters excluding
dashes. There is no consistent pattern for these numbers.
* 1.1 Typical Building Numbers
Dh. Industrial XXXX numeric

Dh. Residential X-XXX alpha/numeric
or XX-XXXX alpha/numeric
or XXX-XX alpha/numeric
or XXXX-X alpha/numeric
Abqaiq XX-XXX alpha/numeric

or XXXX numeric
Ras Tanura XXXX-XX numeric

or XXXX numeric
Other locations X-XXX alpha/numeric

or XX-XXX
* 1.2 To request Industrial Building Numbers the REO must send a letter to
PESO stating basic information about the facility: name of the building,
location, size, associated BI. Each request must be accompanied by
properly prepared as-built Engineering Drawings for the facility, including
site plans, and floor plans.

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1.3 To request Residential Building Numbers, the REO must contact the
Community Services Department of Saudi Aramco.
1.4 Building numbers within a process plant boundaries are assigned by

Plant Management.
1.5 PESO maintains a listing of Industrial Building Numbers. Contact PESO

for copies.
2.0 Cable and Conduit Numbers (alpha/numeric)
For the purpose of identification, all cables and conduits are assigned special
codes. Each code is 4 to 6 characters in length, excluding dashes, and each is
unique for a given line.
Refer to Saudi Aramco Engineering Standard AES-P-104 for complete details

related to cables and conduits.
2.1 Typical Cable/Conduit Numbers
Dash Separator
XX - XXXX
Letter Designation
Sequence Number
Example #1: C-736

Conduit #736
Example #2: PC-1281

Power Cable #1281
Example #3: L-4714 (exception cases, no longer assigned)

Line #4714
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2.2 The Letter Designations are 1 to 2 alpha characters signifying the type of
service.
C = Conduit
CC = Control Cable
PC = Power Cable
DB = Direct Burial Cable
L = (No longer Used)
2.3 The Sequence Number is 3 to 4 digits long and is a strict numerical

sequence for a particular plant.
2.4 PESO maintains control of Cable and Conduit Numbers. See

Attachment 'A' for an annotated example of how to request Cable and
Conduit Numbers.
3.0 Engineering Form Numbers (numeric/alpha)
* 3.1 Engineering Form Numbers are basically four digit numbers. When a
metric version of a form is produced then the alpha 'M' is placed after the
four digits. If there are multiple sheets to the form, it will be reflected in
the Sheet Number section of the form. Each Engineering Form Number
has the word Saudi Aramco preceding it and the abbreviation ENG
(Engineering) following it. The date of the latest revision is included in
parenthesis at the end.
Example:
Saudi Aramco 6285-ENG Imperial Format

Saudi Aramco 6285M-ENG Metric Version
When an existing form is split into two (2) or more forms then the existing
number is used on both or all forms with identifying suffixes.
Example:
Saudi Aramco 8133-ENG Mechanical Equipment Tag Numbers

Request form
Saudi Aramco 8133A-ENG Electrical Equipment Tag Numbers
Request form

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3.2 Each approved Saudi Aramco engineering form must have the form
number printed on it in order to be accepted for use in the production of
Engineering Drawings.
3.3 Engineering Forms Numbers are controlled by Office Services/Forms

Control through PESO. A listing of currently approved engineering forms
is available through PESO.
3.4 The use of Engineering Forms in the preparation of Engineering

Drawings is detailed in VOLUME III - GENERAL INFORMATION,
SECTION VII.
* 4.0 Equipment Tag Numbers (alpha-numeric)
Alpha-numeric Equipment Tag Numbers are assigned to most major mechanical

and electrical equipment as well as major associated items.
Control of Equipment Tag Numbers and issuance of sequence numbers are

maintained by PESO. See Attachment 'A' for an annotated example of how to
request Mechanical Equipment Tag Numbers and Attachment 'A-1' for an
annotated example of how to request Electrical Equipment Tag Numbers.
Note: In case a piece of equipment is transferred to another plant or substation,

then a new tag number is required.
4.1 Mechanical Equipment
4.1.1 Each tag number consists of 8 to 10 characters in length, excluding dashes.

Each is unique for a specific piece of equipment or an associated item.

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4.1.2 Typical Mechanical Equipment Tag Number
Dash Separators
X X X - X X - X X X X X
Plant Number
Equipment Marking
Sequence Number
Suffix Letter (Optional)
Example #1: D31-G-0012 (8 characters)

Pump #12 in Plant D31
Example #2: D31-GM-0012 (9 characters)

Pump Motor #12 in Plant D31
Note: The Plant Number corresponds to the location of the equipment.
4.1.3 Additional alphas are added to the primary equipment markings to identify the
associated equipment markings.
Examples:
G = Pump
GM = Pump Motor
P = Generator
PT = Generator Turbine Driver
Refer to Standard Drawing AE-036411 sheet 002 for mechanical equipment

markings.
4.1.4 The Sequence Number is always four (4) digits long. Leading zeros are
required for Master reports but not required when writing the Equipment Tag
Number on drawings. Auxiliary or secondary equipment have the same
sequence number as the primary equipment, i.e. for Pump G-0012, Motor GM-
0012, Gear GG-0012.
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4.1.5 The Suffix Letter is used only when 2 pieces of identical equipment are to be
distinguished, like in the case of two pumps for one tank, i.e. G-0012A and G-
0012B.
* 4.2 Electrical Equipment
* 4.2.1 Each tag number consists of 8 to 10 characters in length, excluding dashes and
paranthesis. Each is unique for a specific piece of equipment.
* 4.2.2. Typical Electrical Equipment Tag Number
Dash Separators
X X X - X X X (X) - V X X
Substation Number
Equipment Marking
PDD Code (where required)
Voltage Code
Sequence Number
Example #1: 012 - GSW (K) - 502 (10 characters)
Grounding Switch #02 from substation #12 for 69 KV voltage

and PDD code K.
Example #2: 012 - BC - 301 (8 characters)
Battery Charger #01 has 13.8 KV voltage from

substation #12. No PDD code.
Refer to Standard Drawing AE-036411 sheet 003 for Electrical Equipment

Markings.
* 4.2.3 The tag numbers are controlled in sequence for each voltage code per each
equipment type (marking) per each substation in each plant.

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* 4.2.4 PDD codes are required only when they are different from the Standard
Electrical Equipment Markings. For a listing of PDD codes and voltage codes,
see 4.2.6 and 4.2.7.
* 4.2.5 The sequence is always two (2) digits long.
* 4.2.6 PDD CODES
Description Standard Marking PDD Code
Circuit Switcher CSW S

Circuit Breaker (Power) CB A
Circuit Breaker (Switchgear Distribution) CB B
Disconnecting Switch DSW D
Fuse FS F
Fuse Disconnect FSD J
Grounding Switch GSW K
Grounding Resistor GR Y
Grounding Transformer GT X
Relay RY P
Switch SW E
Transformer XFR T
Transformer (Voltage) VT U
* 4.2.7 VOLTAGE CODES
0 - 600 V & below AC or DC 3 - 13.8 KV 6 - 115 KV

1 - 2.4 KV 4 - 34.5 KV 7 - 230 KV
2 - 4.16 KV 5 - 69 KV 8 - 380 KV
5.0 Instrument Identification Codes or Tag Numbers (alpha/numeric)
Each item of instrumentation is assigned a specific identification code or "tag

number". This code is four to eight characters in length excluding dashes,
depending on the instrument type.
Refer to Saudi Aramco Engineering Standard SAES-J-004 for complete details

related to Instrument Identification Codes.

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5.1 Typical Instrument Identification Code (Tag Number)
Dash Separator
XXX - XXXXX
Identification Letters
Identification Numbers
Example #1: PCV-159 (6 characters)

Control Valve in Pressure Loop 159
Example #2: LT-054 (5 characters)

Transmitter in Level Loop 54
Example #3: FrC-1010A (8 characters-rare)

Ratio Controller in Flow Loop 1010
Instrument A
5.2 The Identification Letters are two to four alpha characters which define
the measured variables along with the instrument function or both. Refer
to SAES-J-004 for a complete list of Instrument Identification Letters.
5.3 The Identification Numbers are three to four digits used to identify the
instrument loop. In a given measurement or control loop, all instruments
are assigned the same Identification Numbers. To distinguish 2 similar
instruments in the same loop an alpha character can be added to the
end of the Identification Number.
5.4 PESO maintains control of Instrument Identification Codes and

Instrument Loop Diagram drawing numbers. See Attachment 'E' for an
annotated example of how to request Instrument Identification Codes
(Tag Numbers). See Attachment 'C' for an annotated example of how to
request Instrument Loop Diagram drawing numbers.
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6.0 Pipeline (Line) Numbers (alpha/numeric)
Pipeline Numbers are assigned to all pipelines within a plant. Each number is
nine to nineteen characters in length, excluding dashes, and each is unique for
a specific product.
6.1 Typical Pipeline (Line) Number

Dash Separators
XXXXXX - XXX - XXXX- XXXXXX
Line Size (upto 6 characters)

Product Letter Designation
(upto 3 characters)
Sequence Number (4 characters)
Specification Code (upto 6 characters)
Example #1: 2-1/2"-CWS-1234-1A1B (17 characters)

2.5" cooling water supply line, number 1234,
class 150, carbon steel, Grade B.
Example #2: 6"-P-101-3A1 (9 characters)

6-inch oil feed line, number 101, class 300, carbon
steel.
6.2 The Line Size is indicated by upto five digits followed by the inch symbol
("). All nominal line sizes are expressed in inches even on metric
drawings.
6.3 The Letter Designation characters (one, two or three alphas) identify the
service or product type. Refer to Standard Drawing AE-036204 for
details.
6.4 The Sequence Number is three or four digits long. PESO controls the
issuance of all Sequence Numbers.
6.5 The Specification Code identifies the material class. Refer to AES-L-5 for
details. This code may be three, four, five or six alpha-numeric
characters long.
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6.6 PESO maintains control of Line Numbers. See Attachment 'F' for an
annotated example of how to request Pipeline Numbers.
7.0 Attachments
'A' Annotated example, Mechanical Equipment Tag Numbers Request

Form, Saudi Aramco 8133-ENG.
* 'A-1' Annotated example, Electrical Equipment Tag Numbers Request Form,

Saudi Aramco 8133A-ENG.
'B' Annotated example, Cable and Conduit Numbers Request Form, Saudi
Aramco 9175-ENG.
'C' Annotated example, Instrument Loop Diagram Drawing Number Request

Form, Saudi Aramco 9176-ENG.
'D' Annotated example, Engineering Forms Request Form,

Saudi Aramco 9177-ENG.
'E' Annotated example, Instrument Tag Numbers Request Form,

'F' Annotated example, Line Number Request (Piping) Form,


SECTION III - OTHER NUMBERS
ATTACHMENT 'A'
Annotated example of how to prepare and submit form Saudi Aramco 8133-ENG, Equipment
Tag Numbers Request.
General Format:
- This form is basic in nature. It may be completed using pen, pencil, typewriter, etc., but
must be readable. Copies of the form can be obtained from PESO.
- This form is completed in part by the Saudi Aramco Engineer who wishes to obtain
equipment tag numbers and by PESO who assigns the numbers.
The Saudi Aramco Engineer (designated as the REO) must sign in full.
Preparation:
a) DATE
When REO prepared the request.
b) PROJECT TITLE
Brief description of the project/job.
c) BI/JO/EWO
Budget item number and/or account number under which the project is executed.
d) ORG. CHG. #
Organizational charge number, only necessary when BI/JO/EWO is not available.
e) ARAMCO ENGINEER/SIGNATURE/ADDRESS/TEL. NO.

Full name, address, telephone number, and signature of Saudi Aramco Engineer
(REO) responsible for the job.
ATTACHMENT 'A'
f) CONTRACTOR
Aramco.
g) LOCATION
The location code assigned by PESO to each REO for use in tracking issued drawings,
drawing numbers and related numbers.
h) CONTRACTOR'S ENGINEER/TEL NO.

Name and telephone number of Project Engineer of the contractor company.
i) P&ID DWG. NO.

Drawing number of the related Piping and Instrument Diagram.
j) DATA SHEET DWG. NO.

Drawing number of data sheet related to that piece of equipment. This information
must be provided or equipment numbers will not be issued.
k) S.I.S. DWG. NO.

Drawing number of Safety Instruction Sheet for that equipment, prepared in accordance
with AES-A-005.
l) DESCRIPTION
A brief description or service for the equipment.
m) PLANT
Plant number where the particular equipment is to be installed.
n) MARKING
One or two letter equipment marking as listed on Standard Drawing AE-036411 sheet
002.
ATTACHMENT 'A'
Submittal:
p) After completing their portion of the form, the REO should submit it to PESO for
completion.
q) PESO will date stamp the form and assign a control number.
r) PESO will then complete Equipment Number assignment (Sequence Number) and
make a reference copy for the REO. The original request will be kept on file with
PESO.
Saudi ArsrrwIM33A-ENG(12/94)
ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT TAG NUMBERS REQUEST
PROJECT
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SAUDI ARAMCO ENGR. a LOCATION CODE SIGNATURE
ADDRESS TELEPHONE FAX
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TO BE COMPLETED BY REQUESTOR BY PESO
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ATTACHMENT 'B'
Annotated example of how to prepare and submit form Saudi Aramco 9175-ENG, Cable and
Conduit Numbers Request.
General Format:
cable and conduit numbers and by PESO who assigns the numbers.
Preparation:
a) DATE
b) PROJECT TITLE
c) BI/JO/EWO
d) ORG. CHG. #

Full name, address, telephone number, and signature of Saudi Aramco Engineer
ATTACHMENT 'B'
f) CONTRACTOR
Aramco.
g) LOCATION
h) CONTRACTOR'S ENGINEER/TEL NO.

i) PLANT NO.
Plant number where the particular Cable and Conduit Numbers are to be used.
j) NO. OF CABLE AND CONDUIT REQ'D

Total number of items required for the completion of the project.
k) LETTER DESIGNATION
Refer to Letter Designation at the bottom of the form. These codes define the type of
cable or conduit.
Submittal:
l) After completing their portion of the form the REO should submit it to PESO for
completion.
m) PESO will date stamp the form and assign a control number.
n) PESO will then add the Cable and Conduit Number, add the Cable and Conduit
Schedule assignments, and make a reference copy of the request form for the REO.
The original request form will be kept on file with PESO.
p) PESO will mark the assigned Cable & Conduit Numbers on the Cable and Conduit
Schedule and forward the original schedule to the REO for completion.
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CC — CONTROL CABLE DB — DIRECT BURIAL
ATTACHMENT 'C'
Annotated example of how to prepare and submit form Saudi Aramco 9176-ENG, Instrument
Loop Diagram (I.L.D.) Drawing Number Request.
General Format:
- This form is complete in part by the Saudi Aramco Engineer who wishes to obtain an
ILD drawing number with associated sheet numbers and PESO who assigns the
numbers.
Preparation:
a) DATE
b) PROJECT TITLE
c) BI/JO/EWO
d) ORG. CHG. #

Full name, address, telephone number and signature of the Saudi Aramco Engineer
Saudi Aramco 9176-ENG II 0/901
I.L,D. DRAWING REQUEST FORM
DATE B CONTROL NUMBER @

PROJECT TITLE B
0.1. @ J.O. @ E.W. O. @ ORG. CHG. # @
SAUDI ARAMCO ENGINEER @ SIGNATURE @
ADDRESS @ TEL. NO. @
CONTRACTOR @ LocATloN~
CONTRACTOR’S ENGINEER @ T E L . N O . _@
I TO BE COMPLETED BY REO FOR PESO USE ONLY
SIZE OF INSTRUMENT LOOP OIAGRAM

PLANT NO. LOOP NO.
OWG. ORAWING NUMBER SHEET
—@ @ @
NOTE: ALL INSTRUMENT LOOP OIAGRAMS SHALL BE IN INDEX ‘J’ ONLY.

ATTACHMENT 'C'
f) CONTRACTOR
Aramco.
g) LOCATION
h) CONTRACTOR'S ENGINEER/TEL. NO.

i) PLANT NO.
Plant number for which the particular Instrument Loop Diagram is prepared.
j) LOOP NO.
Type of the Instrument and Tag numbers assigned. This is very important to revise the
index sheet.
k) SIZE OF DWG
There are only two approved sizes for ILD's: 'B' & 'D'. Indicate the size most
appropriate for the job being handled.
Submittal:
l) After completing their portion of the form, REO should submit it to PESO for completion.
m) PESO will date stamp the form and assign a control number.
n) PESO will then complete the Drawing and Sheet Number assignments and forward a
copy of the completed request to the REO. The original request form will be kept on file
with PESO.
ATTACHMENT 'D'
Forms Request.
General Format:
- This format is general in nature. It can be completed using pencil, pen or typewriter,
etc., but must be readable. Copies can be obtained from PESO.
Any Saudi Aramco employee may request Engineering Forms.
Preparation:
a) DATE SUBMITTED
Date the requester sends the forms request to PESO.
b) DATE REQUIRED
Date requester requires the forms for the project.
c) JOB TITLE
Brief Description of the project/job.
d) BI/JO/EWO/OTH
e) ARAMCO REPRESENTATIVE MAKING REQUEST

Name, signature, location, and telephone number of the Saudi Aramco employee
making the request.
f) ENGINEERING FORM NO.

The official Aramco form number for the form. Contact PESO for latest forms listing.
g) FORM TITLE
Complete title of form shown on the forms listing.
h) QTY REQ'D
Quantity of forms needed for the specific project. Do not request "extra stock" for later
use.
Submittal/Issue:
i) After completing the form as above, submit to PESO for action.
j) PESO will date stamp the form, add a control number (optional), review and approve
the the request, prepare the forms for issue, and make a reference copy of the request
for the requester.
k) RECEIVED BY/DATE
The initials of the person in PESO who received the request and the date it was
received.
l) REVIEWED BY/DATE
The PESO representative who is in charge of maintaining forms control initials and
dates the form request here. This person reviews the request against available stock
and makes new orders as required. Special restrictions are also noted for certain
forms.
m) APPROVED BY/DATE
The Saudi Aramco Chief Draftsman approves the quantities and types of form. His
name and approval date appear here.
n) ISSUED TO
The name, signature, badge number of the person receiving the forms on behalf of the
requester. The date received is also indicated.
p) PESO retains the original forms request in order to control inventory balances.
Saudi Aramco 9177-ENG [10/901
ENGINEERING FORMS REOUEST

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ATTACHMENT 'E'
Annotated example of how to prepare and submit form Saudi Aramco 9178-ENG, Instrument
Tag Numbers Request (Identification Codes).
General Format:
instrument tag numbers and by PESO who assigns the numbers.
Preparation:
a) DATE
b) PROJECT TITLE
c) BI/JO/EWO
d) ORG. CHG. #

Full name, address, telephone number and signature of the Saudi Aramco Engineer
f) CONTRACTOR
Aramco.
ATTACHMENT 'E'
g) LOCATION

i) P&ID DWG. NO.

Drawing number of the related Piping and Instrument Diagram. REO must attach a
markup print of the P&ID.
j) PLANT NO.
Plant number where the particular Instrument Tag Numbers are to be used.
k) DESCRIPTION
A brief description or service for the instrument.
l) LOOP #
Group of one or more instruments of the same type interconnected to measure or
control a process. REO should group these instruments and give serial numbers to
each group.
m) INSTR TAG NUMBER/PREFIX

Prefix (Identification Letter) of the instrument in accordance with AES-J-004.
Submittal:
n) After completing their portion of the form, REO should submit it to PESO for completion.
p) PESO will date stamp the form and assign a control number.
q) PESO will then complete the Instrument Tag Number and Instrument Installation
Schedule assignment and make a reference copy for the REO. The original request
form will be kept on file with PESO.
r) PESO will give the REO the original Instrument Installation Schedule for completion.
SwdI Aremco 917i3.ENti [10/901
INSTRUMENT TAG NUMBERS REOUEST FORM
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ATTACHMENT 'F'
Annotated example of how to prepare and submit form Saudi Aramco 9179-ENG, Line
Numbers Request (Piping).
General Format:
- This form is basic in nature. It can be completed using pencil, pen or typewriter, etc.,
but must be readable. Copies can be obtained from PESO.
- This form is completed in part by the Saudi Aramco Engineer who wishes to obtain line
numbers and by PESO who assigns the numbers.
Preparation:
a) DATE
b) PROJECT TITLE
c) BI/JO/EWO
d) ORG. CHG. #

Full name, address, telephone number and signature of Saudi Aramco Engineer (REO)
responsible for the job.
f) CONTRACTOR
Aramco.
ATTACHMENT 'F'
g) LOCATION

i) P&ID DWG. NO.

Drawing number of the related Piping and Instrument Diagram. REO must attach a
markup print of the P&ID.
j) PLANT NO.
Plant number where the particular line numbers are to be used.
k) DESCRIPTION OF LINE, FROM - TO

Brief description where a particular line originates and terminates, i.e., a line going from
one piece of equipment to another or from a piece of equipment to a valve, or from a
valve to another valve, etc.
l) PIPE SIZE
Size of the line.
m) LETTER DESIG.
Refer to letter designations at the bottom of the form. These codes define the product
being run through the pipeline.
Submittal:
n) After completing their portion of the form, the REO should submit it to PESO for
completion.
p) PESO will date stamp the form and assign a control number.
q) PESO will then complete the Line Numbers, Line Designation Table assignments and
make a reference copy for the REO. The original request form will be kept on file with
PESO.
r) PESO will give the REO the original Line Designation Table for completion.
SECTION IV - ENGINEERING DRAWING TITLES PAGE NO. : 01 OF 08
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IV. ENGINEERING DRAWING TITLES
Drawing titles are a very important aspect of drawing identification. Proper care should
be taken to ensure that adequate titles are assigned to each drawing prepared. The
title is written on four (4) lines in the standard title block for drawing sizes 'A', 'B', 'C'
and 'D'. For size 'E' the title is written in a box at the bottom of the page.
1.0 Titles
1.1 Line 1, Content of the Drawing
The general content of the drawing and the drawing type (see Paragraph
2.0) shall be entered on the first line. Use only those approved
descriptions as listed in the reference tables. Any exceptions to this
listing must be approved through PESO. Abbreviations are not allowed
on line 1.
1.2 Line 2, Subject or Service
The main subject being covered by the drawing must be written here.
This could be a process system, substation, service line, equipment
number, circuit or loop, etc. Use as many words as necessary to
clearly explain the subject matter. Drawings concerning electrical
substations shall have the substation number listed. Abbreviations are
permitted only as covered by the standard list of abbreviations shown in
the Drafting Manual.
1.3 Line 3, Plant Name
The name of the plant where the work is located is written on this line.
Use only the approved listing of plant names shown in the plant listing.
The plant name should correspond to the plant number shown at the
bottom of the title block. If two plants are covered, then only the major
plant covered by the drawing should be on line 3.
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1.4 Line 4, Geographical Location
The name of the main Saudi Aramco geographical area must appear on
this line at the left hand margin. The geographical locations are shown
by each plant in the plant list. Any exception to this list must be approved
by PESO. Abbreviations are not allowed on line 4.
At the right margin of line 4 appears the words SAUDI ARABIA.
2.0 Drawing Type
2.1 The Saudi Aramco Drawing Type is a three alphabetical character code
located at the far right end of line 1. This code is utilized to identify
specific group of drawings under the same INDEX. See a complete
listing of "Drawing Type" code description on pages 3 thru 8.
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DRAWING TYPE CODES
DWG. DESCRIPTION
TYPE
ABB ABBREVIATION, DRAWING LEGEND, SIGNS
ANT CONSTRUCTION & PLACEMENT ANTENNA/COMM. TOWER, TRANSMISSION LINE

LAYOUT
APP LAYOUT OF APPURTENANCES
ARC ARCHITECTURAL STRUCTURES, CONCRETE AND WOODEN FRAME BUILDINGS

(RESIDENTIAL & STRUCTURAL), FURNISHING
CAT CATHODIC PROTECTION
CBL CABLE & CONDUIT LAYOUT, GROUNDING PLAN/LAYOUT/DETAIL, CABLE ROUTING,

POWER & CONTROL CABLE, CABLE LAYOUT/DETAIL, CONDUIT INSTALLATION
PLAN/DETAIL, CONDUIT & JUNCTION BOX ARRANGEMENT, RACEWAY PLAN
(UNDERGROUND & ABOVE GROUND), TELEPHONE FACILITY, SUBSTRUCTURES,
TELEPHONE CABLES, CABLE VAULT
CCS CABLE & CONDUIT SCHEDULE
COM UNKNOWN COMMUNICATION DRAWINGS
DAT DATA SHEET (EQUIPMENT, INSTRUMENT, ORIFICE, UPS SYSTEM)
DOC SCOPE OF WORK, OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, INSTRUMENT INSPECTION

SCHEDULE, PAINTING SPECIFICATION, METER READING TABLE, INSPECTION
RECORD, CALCULATION SHEET, GRAPHS & CHARTS, EQUIPMENT LIST,
LUBRICATION CHARTS, SUMMARY SHEETS, OIL/GAS DISPATCH SYSTEM,
METERING FACTORS, CRITICAL PATH METHOD DIAGRAM, CONSTRUCTION
SCHEDULE, CONSTRUCTION SEQUENCE PLANNING, CONSTRUCTION BAR CHART,
REPORTS & OTHER DOCUMENTATION
DTA DATA COMMUNICATIONS
DSC DRAWING STATUS CONTROL, DRAWING CONTROL SHEET

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DRAWING TYPE CODES
DWG. DESCRIPTION
TYPE
E1L ELECTRICAL ONE LINE DIAGRAM
ECD CONNECTION DIAGRAM, INTERCONNECTION DIAGRAM
EDT MISCELLANEOUS ELECTRICAL DETAIL/PLAN/LAYOUT/ASSEMBLY
ELM ELEMENTARY DIAGRAM
EPD POWER DISTRIBUTION DIAGRAM (UNDER/ABOVE GROUND)
EQA EQUIPMENT ARRANGEMENT, LAYOUT, LOCATION, CONSOLE ARRANGEMENT,

EQUIPMENT LEGEND
EQD EQUIPMENT ASSEMBLY, DETAILS & PLAN (VESSELS, HEATERS, EXCHANGERS,

COLUMNS, FURNACES, PUMPS, COMPRESSORS, COOLERS, CHILLERS,
CONDENSERS, SPHEROIDS, TANKS ETC.)
EQS SPECIAL EQUIPMENT (MARINE EQUIPMENT, RIGGING EQUIPMENT & CRANES

ETC.)
EWD WIRING DIAGRAM, CIRCUIT DIAGRAM, DIGITAL SIGNAL WIRING, T/C SIGNAL
WIRING, RTD SIGNAL WIRING, ANALOG WIRING
FDN FOUNDATION DETAIL, FOUNDATION LOCATION KEY PLAN, FOUNDATION

PLAN/SECTION/LAYOUT, CONCRETE DIKE, CONCRETE SLEEPER, CONCRETE
RETAINING WALL, TRENCH LAYOUT & DETAIL, SEWER MANHOLE PLAN/
SECTION/DETAIL
FLN FLOWLINES & TRUNKLINES, PIPELINE ROUTING (FLOWLINES), SUBMARINE

PIPELINE LAYOUT
FPS FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEM, PORTABLE SAFETY EQUIPMENT, FIRE BREAKS &
FIRE WALLS, AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER FOR FIRE PROTECTION, HALON FIRE
PROTECTION SYSTEM, TYPICAL INSTALLATION FIRE FIGHTING SYSTEM, FIRE
PROOFING
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DRAWING TYPE CODES
DWG. DESCRIPTION
TYPE
FPP FACILITY PLOT PLAN, AREA MAPS, MASTER PLOT PLAN
FSH FACE SHEET 'A', 'B', 'C', 'D', 'E' SIZE, FACE/INDEX SHEET ILD, COVER SHEET, INDEX
SHEET, SUMMARY SHEET
GAP GRADING & PAVING, EARTH WORK, ROADS & PAVING, SITE DEVELOPMENT PLAN,
MONUMENT REFERENCE, TRAFFIC ISLAND, LAYOUT OF PARKING LOT,
LANDSCAPING AND PATIO DETAIL
HAZ HAZARDOUS AREA CLASSIFICATION, ELECTRICAL AREA CLASSIFICATION, AREA

CLASSIFICATION, FIRE HAZARDOUS AREA
HYD HYDROSTATIC TEST DIAGRAM
HVA HEAT/VENTILATING & AIR CONDITIONING, AC DUCT FABRICATION, AC DUCT

LAYOUT & DETAIL, HVAC DETAIL, HVAC SYMBOLS/LEGEND, HVAC FLOOR PLAN,
HVAC PLAN/DIAGRAM, HVAC LAYOUT, HVAC CHILLED WATER PIPING, HVAC
EQUIPMENT, HVAC MATERIAL
HGR HYDROGRAPHIC MAP
IIS INSTRUMENT INSTALLATION SCHEDULE
IDT MISCELLANEOUS INSTRUMENT DETAIL/SECTION/LAYOUT
ILD INSTRUMENT LOOP DIAGRAM
INS INSULATION DETAIL
IPD INSTRUMENT PIPING DETAIL, INSTRUMENT INSTALLATION DETAIL, INSTRUMENT

MOUNTING DETAIL, FIELD MOUNTING DETAIL, INSTRUMENT LOCATION PIPING,
INSTRUMENT SAMPLE PIPING, INSTRUMENT LAYOUT/PLAN/DETAIL/SECTION/
ASSEMBLY
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DRAWING TYPE CODES
DWG. DESCRIPTION
TYPE
IPL INSTRUMENT POINTS & LINES, YARD PIPING (RELATING TO INSTRUMENTS),

INSTRUMENT LOCATION & CONDUIT, INSTRUMENT LOCATION PLAN, INSTRUMENT
CONDUIT ROUTING PLAN
ISO ISOMETRIC PIPING DETAIL, INSTRUMENT PIPING ISOMETRIC VIEW, (ABOVE

GROUND & UNDERGROUND)
ISS INSTRUMENT SPECIFICATION SHEET, ORIFICE PLATE DETAIL, ORIFICE METER

DATA SHEET, HOT TAP SPECIFICATION, THICKNESS GAUGE POINTS, ALL OTHER
EQUIPMENTS SPECIFICATION
KEY KEY PLAN, LOCATION PLAN, SITE PLAN, OVERALL PLAN, VICINITY MAP, GENERAL
LAYOUT PLAN, CONSTRUCTION LAYDOWN AREA, PLAN OF TELEPHONE
MANHOLES, TELEPHONE FACILITY INDEX, FACILITY INDEX MAP
LDT LINE DESIGNATION TABLE
LOG LOGIC DIAGRAM, FUNCTIONAL DIAGRAM
LTG LIGHTING LAYOUT/PLAN/DETAIL, EMERGENCY LIGHTING SYSTEM, POWER

LIGHTING, STREET LIGHTING SYSTEM
MCC MOTOR CONTROL CENTER
MDF MAIN DISTRIBUTION FRAME
MDT MISCELLANEOUS MECHANICAL DETAILS
MTL LIST OF MATERIAL, BILL OF MATERIAL
PDT MISCELLANEOUS PIPING DETAIL/LAYOUT, PIPING SECTION & ELEVATION
PFD PROCESS FLOW DIAGRAM, UTILITY FLOW DIAGRAM

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DRAWING TYPE CODES
DWG. DESCRIPTION
TYPE
PID PIPING & INSTRUMENT DIAGRAM
PLB PLUMBING LAYOUT/DETAIL, PLUMBING PLAN, PLUMBING FLOOR PLAN,

PLUMBING RISER DIAGRAM, DRAIN/WASTE & VENT PIPING
PNL INSTRUMENT PANEL, LOCAL CONTROL PANEL, ANNUNCIATOR BOARD, GRAPHIC

PANEL, PANEL LAYOUT/DETAIL/ARRANGEMENT SECTION
PPL PIPING PLAN, PIPING INDEX, PIPING ARRANGEMENT, YARD PIPING (RELATING TO
PIPING), PIPING ARRANGEMENT SHOWING TERMINAL POINTS, PIPELINE ROUTING
(PRODUCTS - ALL ABOVE GROUND & UNDERGROUND PIPING)
PRF PLAN & PROFILE, PIPELINE ALIGNMENT
PRS PERSPECTIVE VIEW
RAK RACK LAYOUT
RPF RADIO PATH PROFILE, RADIATION PROFILE
SCH SCHEDULE, NAMEPLATE SCHEDULE, PANEL SCHEDULE, PANEL

INTERCONNECTION SCHEDULE, CABLE TRAY LOADING SCHEDULE, TIE-IN INDEX,
TIE-IN SCHEDULE, ANCHOR BOLT SCHEDULE, VALVE PACKING SCHEDULE,
PROCESS INTERFACE SCHEDULE, INSTRUMENT CONNECTION SCHEDULE, LIST
OF TIE-INS, SETTLEMENT CHART, RELAY SETTING SCHEDULE, DOOR SCHEDULE,
SCHEDULE OF FINISHES, LIGHTING PANEL SCHEDULE, CROSS CONNECT WIRE
SCHEDULE, CABLE RUNNING LIST, WIRING LIST
SCM SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM, OPERATING DIAGRAM, BLOCK DIAGRAM, PRINCIPAL

DIAGRAM, HEAT BALANCE DIAGRAM, NET WORK CONFIGURATION, RISER
DIAGRAMS
SDT STRUCTURAL DETAIL, FRAMING PLAN, ROOF FRAMING, TRUSS DETAIL, PIPE
SUPPORT DETAIL, PIPE RACK DETAIL, CHORD BRACING, CLAM P DETAIL,
OFFSHORE PLATFORMS, WALKWAYS, RADIATION FENCE, FENCE DETAIL
(EXCLUDING SSD)
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* DRAWING TYPE CODES
DWG. DESCRIPTION
TYPE
SIS SAFETY INSTRUCTION SHEET (EQUIPMENT/INSTRUMENT/CRITICAL PIPING)
SSD SAFETY & SECURITY FENCE DIRECTIVES, SSD DETAIL, SSD COMPUTER GATE,
SSD FENCE PLAN/ELEVATION, CULVERT SECURITY SHIELD, CROSSING BERMS &
ROADS SSD FENCE, PLOT PLAN SSD FENCE
STD STANDARD DRAWING
STL STEEL BENDING DETAIL, REBAR SCHEDULE, REINFORCING BAR SCHEDULE, ALL
OTHER REINFORCEMENT DETAILS
SWG SWITCHGEAR SPECIFICATION & ARRANGEMENT
TAB TABULATION ELECTRICAL LOAD
TRM TERMINAL LAYOUT
TOP TOPOGRAPHIC & CONTOUR MAP
UTI UTILITY LAYOUT

(RW/DW/V.BOX/STEAM/AC/FW/GAS/SEWER/LANDSCAPE/IRRIGATION/ELECT),
SPRINKLER LAYOUT, PIPELINE ROUTING PLAN(UTILITY)-ABOVE GROUND &
UNDERGROUND SERVICES
VOD VALVE OPERATING DIAGRAM

SECTION V - HANDLING ENGINEERING DRAWINGS PAGE NO. : 01 OF 18
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V. HANDLING ENGINEERING DRAWINGS
Engineering Drawings will be assigned to a REO for continuous control. Each drawing
must be prepared in accordance with the Saudi Aramco Drafting Manual. Each
drawing must be properly approved and certified. When changes, modification or
revisions are required, they must be prepared as outlined herein. Engineering
Drawings are accountable by drawing number and must ultimately be returned to
PESO.
1.0 Responsible Engineering Office (REO) Requirements
1.1 Any Saudi Aramco "office" that has been issued an engineering drawing
number will assume the role as the initial REO. This REO will be held
accountable for the proper production and control of the drawing until
which time it relinquishes that control by formally submitting the drawing
to PESO.
1.2 The initial REO is responsible for ensuring that the Engineering Drawing
is produced in accordance with this manual even if a non-Saudi Aramco
contractor has produced the drawing through contractual arrangements.
1.3 The initial REO will be responsible for notifying PESO when an assigned
drawing number does not result in an Engineering Drawing (number not
used or drawing voided).
1.4 The REO is responsible for ensuring that Engineering Drawings are
properly approved and certified prior to submission to PESO. (See
Paragraph 2.0 of this SECTION).
1.5 The REO is responsible for submitting all Engineering Drawings in their
care to PESO within a reasonable time after approval and certification.
(See Paragraph 3.0 of this SECTION).
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1.6 When an original Engineering Drawing residing with PESO is requested

by a Saudi Aramco office for purposes of revision, this office becomes
the newly assigned REO for control purposes. This REO is responsible
for ensuring that revisions are prepared in accordance with this manual
(See Paragraph 4.0 of this SECTION). The current REO will be reflected
in DTACS.
1.7 Engineering Drawings will be updated to "as-built' condition when

required. The REO responsible for the drawing during the construction
phase of the facility is the responsible party for ensuring that the drawing
reflects the as-built condition.
2.0 Reviewing and Certifying New Drawings
Engineering Drawings must be certified as outlined herein. Uncertified

Engineering Drawings cannot be used for the construction of Saudi Aramco
facilities. Uncertified Engineering Drawings will not be accepted by the Principal
Engineering Service Office (PESO) into the Saudi Aramco drawing control
system.
Attachment 'A' of this SECTION outlines the certification and review

requirements for all new Engineering Drawings. Drawings previously issued do
not have to be revised to the new title block.
All signatures must be legible. For clarity sake, the printed full name must be
added inclusive of date signed. For CADD drawings, all names, and dates must
be added to the CADD file prior to delivery to PESO. If no signatures are
required in a specific space then the letters N/R must be inserted in that space.
For newly produced Engineering Drawings the Title Block should be properly
completed as follows:
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2.1 Design Certification
All Saudi Aramco Engineering Drawings must be certified by the "Design

Agency" as follows:
a) If a Contractor is responsible for the design work (LSTK or

reimburseable design contracts), the Contractor's technical
personnel (drafting and engineering) shall review and initial/sign
the drawing. The Contractor's Engineering Manager or Project
Manager with overall design responsibility shall certify the
drawing by signing in the space marked "CERTIFIED" in the title
block.
b) If Saudi Aramco is responsible for the design information, a Saudi

Aramco employee representing the organization charged with the
design and generation of the drawings, shall certify the drawing.
This representative must be a Saudi Aramco employee with the
authority (or delegated authority) of a Senior Project Engineer.
2.2 Review (Saudi Aramco Representatives sign in this area subsequent to

design certification)
a) A representative from the Construction Agency (PMT or

Maintenance depending on the project), familiar with the design
information presented, must sign in the space marked
"Construction Agency" for all "Key Drawings".
b) All "key drawings" must be reviewed by the appropriate

Operations or Support Proponent Organization after the drawing
is certified and prior to release for construction. Review is
indicated by signing in the space marked "OPERATIONS".
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c) A representative from Engineering, Loss Prevention and/or Fire

Protection may be required to review a particular drawing
depending upon its content. The Project Manager must make
this determination prior to release for construction. Review is
indicated by signing in the space marked "Other".
The signatures in the review block are indicative of the reviewer's

familiarity with the contents of the drawings and agreement with
the design in principle. The signature does not relieve the Design
Agency of its full responsibility for compliance with all relevant
specifications, codes and contract documents.
3.0 Reviewing and Certifying Drawing Revisions
Approval levels for design changes made to a previously certified Engineering

Drawing are the same as with new drawings except that the certification and
review initials must appear in the revision section of the Title Block.
Note: Under no circumstances may the signatures shown in the main approval
section (original certification and review) be altered after the drawing is
released as Revision '0'.
a) Each formal revision to an Engineering Drawing must be individually

certified.
b) Significant revisions to "key" drawings must be reviewed and initialled by

the relevant Construction Agency, Operations and/or Support
Organization (and Engineering, Loss Prevention/Fire Protection if initially
involved).
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4.0 Submitting Drawings
4.1 After review and Certification, all Engineering Drawings must be

submitted to PESO for microfilming and recording in DTACS. This
includes drawings initially issued as Revision '0'. Drawings modified to
reflect design changes and/or "as-built" information must be submitted
immediately after approval.
4.2 For details in submitting Engineering Drawings see VOLUME I -

DOCUMENT CONTROL, SECTION I -SUBMITTING DRAWINGS.
5.0 Revising Drawings
5.1 It is common practice that, a drawing or a group of drawings be required

simultaneously for modification by several engineering design and
construction agencies charged with different tasks. In this case, PESO
is requested to issue multiple originals of the same drawing(s). PESO
does control the amount of issued originals by assigning alpha suffix
increments to the existing numeric revision (i.e. Rev. 3 is released as
Rev. 3A, Rev. 3B, Rev. 3C, and so on).
* 5.2 The proponent is the responsible party for overseeing that all
modifications are gathered and incorporated into one original
engineering drawing to achieve a "full revision". The full revision must
then bear the next sequential revision designation, and then, submit to
PESO for drawing control.
5.3 The revision block of the original engineering drawing, must describe
clearly, which developmental revisions have been incorporated.
* 5.4 The organization responsible for the plant or facility shown on

Engineering Drawings is responsible for overseeing that the "KEY"
drawings are kept current.
* 5.5 Existing drawings must be utilized for any modification of a facility. New
drawings created to indicate a change in an existing facility will not be
accepted. If, however, this is not avoidable for some reason such as
crowdedness or major revision changes, then the new drawing must
bear the same drawing number of the existing drawing as "redrawn".

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* 5.6 New drawings that are created as continuation of an existing design are
considered as continuation drawings of that design bearing the next
sequential sheet number of that drawing set.
Note: The new sheet must be Revision '0' as a new drawing.
5.7 Any approved and certified "KEY' drawing which does not reflect the
actual existing conditions must be revised. Where field changes result
from proponent requests, obstructions, construction modifications or
additional design, the original drawing must be revised to reflect the
current information.
5.8 Revisions to approved and certified engineering drawings must be

carried out on the original drawing. (Drawing images stored on a CADD
database are considered original drawings). When simultaneous
revisions are required, phototransparencies (duplicate originals) issued
by PESO can be used. Any person or organization who requests an
original drawing for revision purpose becomes the REO for that drawing.
5.9 For details on obtaining original Engineering Drawings for use in

preparing revisions see VOLUME I - DOCUMENT CONTROL, SECTION
IV - RETRIEVING DRAWINGS.
* 5.10 The four lines at the top of the drawing title block are used to make
revisions. This is called the "revision column". When revising drawings,
follow steps 'a' to 'k'.
a) No more than four revisions shall appear in the revision column

on any given drawing.
b) Do not show any shading or diamonds in the revision column.
c) Revision diamonds with 8 mm (5/16 in) sides shall be placed on

the drawing in such a way as to make it possible to locate
revision areas quickly. Old revision diamonds and related notes
must be removed from the drawings, except the diamonds and
related notes showing the latest revision numbers.

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d) If a drawing is completely redrawn then all revision diamonds are

removed from the drawing and the words "completely redrawn, all
revisions incorporated" are put in the revision column on the first
line.
e) When making revision number '5', the description of revision '1' is

erased completely and replaced by the description of revision '5'.
This continues as number '2' is replaced by number 6, etc.
f) A brief description of the revision shall be shown in the revision

column.
g) Use one revision number for each revision. Do not incorporate

any previously made revision(s) and current revision change,
under one revision number. Revisions must be individually
recorded.
* h) When revising drawings having multiple sheets, only those

sheets affected by the revision change are to be requested from
PESO. Exception is made to drawings placed on 105 mm
microfiche. (see item k).
j) When making field revisions, the applicable Job Order/EWO

Number shall be included in the revision column. If a
simultaneous revision for another job order is required, it shall be
given a separate revision number.
* k) When revising some pages of bulk drawings placed on 105

mm microfische, the revision column of only the first sheet shall
indicate the changes and revision number change.
5.11 When transferring revision information to the original Engineering

Drawing from a field mark-up print, the field print should be compared
with the original Engineering Drawing by starting in the upperleft hand
corner and working across and down. This practice ensures that no
other changes go unnoticed.
* 5.12 Full numeric revision numbers (i.e. 1,2,3,...) are assigned to full 100% as
built only and are issued to, or by concurrence of, the proponent
Operations Engineering.

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5.13 Revisions to non-certified drawings are considered developmental. The

numbering system for tracking developmental changes is shown in
SECTION II. - DRAWING NUMBERS AND RELATED, Paragraph 3.0,
Revision Number/Suffix. REO must be sure that developmental revision
alpha characters (i.e. A, B, C, D, etc) are erased from the drawing
revision block prior to approval.
5.14 Refer to the DRAWING REVISION MATRIX in this section when:

- Preparing a NEW ORIGINAL drawing.
- Modifying an EXISTING drawing.
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DRAWING REVISION MATRIX
NEWLY PREPARED ORIGINAL DRAWING REV. NUMBER TO USE
Contractor obtains a new drawing number and proceeds to
develop a drawing in accordance with the Drafting Manual.
- Development phase , first issue A
- Subsequent issues during development B, C, D, etc
- Issued for construction, or approved for construction (a) 00 (zero, zero)
- Field modifications during construction 00F1, 00F2
- As-built issue, (post-construction) 100% completion (b) 01
- Subsequent 100% field verified as-built revisions 02, 03, etc
(by others)
(a) Once it is determined that the drawing will be issued for construction, all alpha revisions
(A, B, C, etc) must be erased from the drawing and replaced with revision '00'. The
drawings can be issued for construction with holds (clouded areas). All IFC drawings
must be certified.
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DRAWING REVISION MATRIX
EXISTING DRAWING TO BE MODIFIED REV. NUMBER TO USE

The Saudi Aramco Drawing Control Unit (DCU) in Dhahran will
release the latest version of the drawing and
will assign a revision number to be used by the contractor. For
example purposes, suppose the drawing is currently at revision '03'
- Existing revision '3' number plus assigned capital

03A
alpha suffix
- Developmental revisions by contractor 03A1, 03A2, etc
- Issued for construction, or approved for
(a) 03A
construction
- Field modification during construction
03AF1, 03AF2, etc
- As-built issue (partial), and/or simultaneous

(b) 03B, 03C
revision assignments
- Subsequent 100% field verified as-built revisions 04, 05, etc
- Subsequent design modification cycles 04A, etc
(a) Once it is determined that the drawing will be issued for construction all developmental
revision numbers (03A1, 03A2, etc) must be erased and only '03A' shown on the
drawing. All IFC issues must be signed certified.
(b) Contractor can not automatically assume that their partial as-built drawing will have
revision number '03B' since there may be a simultaneous modification action in
progress. The Saudi Aramco Drawing Control Unit (DCU) in Dhahran will assign the
numeric/alpha characters for the partial as-built.
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6.0 Handling Drawings With Duplicate Numbers
6.1 Two or more Engineering Drawings that have, through error, been
assigned the same drawing number(and/or same sheet number) yet
contain different information, must be corrected by PESO immediately
upon discovery and before any of the drawings are re-issued through
internal procedures. PESO will:
a) Gather all the original drawings bearing the duplicate numbers

and add a reference note to the right hand margin along the title
block, on each drawing, to indicate the newly assigned number.
Make one microfilm to secure this information.
b) Change the existing duplicate numbers, on each original, with the

new assigned numbers.
6.2 New aperture cards are made and distributed by PESO. Existing
DTACS data will be adjusted accordingly showing the new drawing
number assigned to the other drawing.
7.0 Cancelling Drawings (See Attachment 'B')
7.1 Engineering Drawings must be cancelled under the circumstances

identified below. These circumstances should also be described in the
drawing revision blocks and the cancellation orders as the reasons for
cancelling the drawings.
a) A facility, plant, installation, or a piece of equipment has been

abandoned, removed, dismantled or transferred outside Saudi
Aramco control.
b) The drawing has been superseded by another drawing.

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7.2 Drawings being cancelled follow the same procedures and levels of
certification and approval of the revised drawings as illustrated in
Attachment 'A', except:
a) Revision numbers must always be full numerics.
b) Operations engineering approvals are required for ALL cancelled

drawings.
7.3 An engineering drawing MUST NOT be cancelled when:
a) Completely redrawn. In this case, a higher revision will be applied

to the same drawing number.
b) Part of the drawing is void.
c) It is related to more than one plant or facility. In this case the

Operations Engineering of all the facilities involved must be
consulted.
* 7.4 All cancelled drawings as well as their cancellation request (form
SA 9161-ENG) must be approved by the concerned Operations
Engineering.
8.0 Preparing As-Built Drawings
8.1 Any approved and certified "key" drawing and any other drawing
designated by the Operations Engineering and/or the Project
Management Team, must be updated to reflect the 'as-built' condition.
In addition Pile Driving records, Foundations, and drawings with
significant changes must be updated to as-built condition.
8.2 All 'as-built' efforts are processed in the same manner as normal
drawing revisions. See Paragraph 5.0, Revising Drawings.

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8.3 The following procedure may be helpful when preparing 'as-built'

drawings.
a) Establish the list of drawings required to be updated to 'as-built'

condition. Prioritize and schedule.
b) Secure auto-print copies of each drawing. (PESO can assist

here).
c) Identify responsibilities - Construction Contractor? PMT? Others?
d) Markup prints using color codes

Red - change or add
Green - delete
Yellow - ok as shown
e) Request original drawings from PESO (if not already in the

possession of the REO).
f) Transfer 'as-built' information to originals.
g) Change the revision numbers per paragraph 5.0 Revising

Drawings Volume I - SECTION V.
h) Place the words "As-built" in the revision column. If no change to

the initial design was done.
i) Place the words "Revised As-Built" in the revision column if

change was done.
j) Obtain approval/certification signatures.
k) Submit original drawing to PESO.

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9.0 Preparing Demolition Drawings.
* 9.1 When preparing Demolition Design Drawings, the following steps must
be taken:
a) Obtain from ESSD/Drafting Services Unit, a wash-off mylar or an

electronic file of the existing drawing(s) to be used for demolition.
b) Cloud and cross-hatch the facilities to be removed.
c) Remove the drawing number, including the sheet number, the

J.O. or B.I. number. Remove all signatures from the Title Block,
but do not remove the Plant number and Index letter(s).
d) Remove all information from the Revision Column.
e) Remove all previous clouds from the drawing
f) Add in the Title Block:

- New Drawing number (Issued by ESSD/DSU)
- Job Order number
- Revision number (zero 'o' when 100% complete)
- Word 'DEMOLITION' in line 1 of the Title Block.
g) Do not remove any information releative to 'General Notes' and

'Reference Drawings'.
h) Check existing reference drawings for validity and accuracy. If a

referecnce drawing is no longer active, cross it out with a line, but
do not remove.
i) The drawing number in the upper left hand corner of the drawing
must also be updated.

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j) On the Demolition Drawing, make a cross reference to the

existing Original Drawing, thus:
" THIS DEMOLITION DRAWING

IS A REPRODUCTION OF DRAWING
SHT "
10.0 Designating Emergency Drawings
10.1 Saudi Aramco Plant Managers are responsible for designating and
constantly reviewing Engineering Drawings related to their plants and/or
areas of operation as Emergency Drawings. To designate a drawing as
Emergency, the Manager sends a written notice to PESO. Only those
drawings deemed necessary to support operations during a disaster
situation should be designated as "EMERGENCY DRAWINGS".
* 10.2 PESO responsibilities related to Emergency Drawings include:
a) Keeping accurate lists of all designated Emergency Drawings.
b) Providing reports as required by Plant Management.
c) Ensuring that all drawings are properly stamped for quick

identification.
d) Making copies and distribute to the plant areas.
e) Conducting periodical checks to ensure that all Disaster Control

Center files are current and properly controlled.
f) Expediting Emergency Drawings in all cases.
* g) Keeping Master Files current with up-to-date electronic file and

microfilm cards for Emergency Drawings.

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10.3 Area file personnel in charge of keeping Emergency Drawing files at

plant locations, must ensure that their files are accurate at all times.
Proper control of all copies is essential. Duplicate copies are only made
when requested by the Plant Manager.
11.0 Handling Security Drawings
* 11.1 Saudi Aramco Security Drawings are controlled by the General Manager
of the Industrial Security Organization (ISO) and SAEP-120.
12.0 Using Temporary Drawings
12.1 Temporary drawings are miscellaneous type drawings developed for

Project Proposals, Design Scopes, Planning Papers, and are the
responsibility of the Proponent Organization, as long as they remain
temporary drawings.
12.2 The Proponent Organization may assign its own series of drawing
numbers as long as the pattern used, is different from the Saudi Aramco
Engineering Drawing numbers pattern.
12.3 When an existing engineering drawing is to be used for project

developmental purposes, the drawing should be a "copy" obtained from
PESO. PESO will ensure that the copy is properly marked for reference
purposes and that its number has been erased. Never modify an original
engineering drawing for temporary or planning purposes.
12.4 Should a temporary drawing be a candidate for a permanent document,

the Proponent Organization creating the temporary drawing should
contact PESO to obtain an officially assigned Engineering Drawing
Number. The temporary number is changed accordingly and all
references noted.
* 12.5 PESO does not accept temporary drawings such as project proposal
drawings, field sketches, etc. nor does it enter temporary drawing
information in the drawing control system.

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13.0 Handling Library Drawings
13.1 Submitting Library Drawings: once an engineering drawing is designated

for inclusion in the Library drawings archives (Plant M65), then it must be
forwarded to PESO, with a memo stating so. The submitted drawings
must be in the form of a CADD electronic image or a good quality
reproducible if manual (sepias and xerox copies are unacceptable).
CADD deliverable drawings must be done on CADD per Volume II.
After reviewing the drawing(s) by the Chief Draftsman, PESO will forward
the drawings to Consulting Services Department (CSD) for classification
as to whether they should be library drawings or others. CSD will then
return the drawings to PESO who will in turn inform the originator of
CSD's recommendation. If found to be "Library Drawings", PESO will:
a) modify the drawing by removing any information relevant to the

initiating project and add information relevant to Library Drawing
(Plant M65)
b) include the drawing in the CADD database (through scanning), if

drawing is prepared manually
c) update Plant M65 drawing index for the specific type in the library
drawings database.
13.2 Requesting Library Drawings: after reviewing DTACS data of Plant M65
and identifying the drawings which seem useful for his project;
a) REO requests by form 649, CADD files of the requested drawings.
b) PESO produces the files with the Plant M65 information removed
c) REO modifies the drawings for his specific project requirements

including title block information.
* 13.3 See SAEP-305 for Library Drawings.

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14.0 Attachments
'A' Example of Engineering Drawing's Title Block.
'B' Annotated example and instructions to prepare an Engineering Drawing

Cancellation Order form, Saudi Aramco 9161-ENG.
SECTION V - HANDLING ENGINEERING DRAWINGS
ATTACHMENT 'B'
Drawing Cancellation Order.
General Format:
* - This form is basic in nature. It may be completed using pen, pencil, typewriter,
electronic format, etc., but must be readable. Copies of the form can be obtained from
PESO.
- This form is completed in part by the Saudi Aramco Engineer who identifies a drawing
to be cancelled and by PESO who verifies the cancellation request and notifies the
concerned parties.
Preparation:
a) PLANT/INDEX/DRAWING NO./SH. NO.

REO lists the drawings identified for cancellation. If a computerized list exists, the REO
may attach it to this from in lieu of listing the cancelling drawings on the form.
b) REASON FOR CANCELLATION

State the reason for cancelling the drawing. Be very specific. If the drawing is
superseded by another drawing then list the new drawing and send a copy to PESO
along with this form. If the information on the cancelling drawing is contained on
another drawing, make a reference to the other drawing.
c) PREPARED BY/DATE/ADDRESS/PHONE
Name, signature, location, date, and telephone number of the Saudi Aramco Project
Engineer responsible for the cancelling action.
Submittal/Completion:
d) VERIFIED BY/DATE/ADDRESS/PHONE
The Saudi Aramco Operations Engineer must endorse the cancellation order by adding
his name, signature, location, date and telephone number.
e) APPROVED BY/DATE
The Saudi Aramco Chief Draftsman, by signing and dating, acknowledges receipt of the
cancellation order. The PESO initiates all pertinent action for cancellation of the listed
drawings, and when drawings are cancelled, notifies all concerned parties.

ENGINEERING DRAWINGS CANCELLATION ORDER
Saud! Aramco 9161 -ENG (9/901
ENGINEERING DDCUMENT CONTROL FILE: PLEASE DESTROY TRACINGS LISTED BELOW AFTER
MICROFILMING. ORAWINGS HAVE BEEN CANCELLED,
AREA MICROFILES REMOVE FROM YOUR FILES APCDS LISTEO BELOW AND RETURN THEM
TO OOCXGU, E-3560, OHAHRAN
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* I. DRAWING FORMATS AND MEDIA 1

1.0 Sizes 1
* 2.0 Media 1
3.0 Language 1
II. VENDOR DRAWING NUMBERS AND RELATED 1

1.0 Prefix 1
2.0 Plant Number 2
3.0 Class Code 2
4.0 Increment Number 2
5.0 Sequence Number 2
6.0 Sheet Number 2
7.0 Revision Number 3
8.0 Vendor Drawing Number Assignment 3
9.0 Numbering Manuals and Misc. Documents 3
III. VENDOR DRAWING TITLES 1

1.0 Titles 1

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IV. HANDLING VENDOR DRAWINGS 1
* 1.0 Responsible Engineering Office (REO) Requirements 1

* 2.0 Receiving, Approving and Certifying Drawings 2
3.0 Distributing and Submitting Drawings 3
4.0 Revising Drawings 4

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* I. DRAWING FORMATS AND MEDIA
1.0 Sizes
Vendor drawings are acceptable in all sizes which are acceptable to the industry
but not exceeding Saudi Aramco standard 'A' size. If size choice is available,
the REO should recommend the standard sizes used for Engineering Drawings.
See ENGINEERING DRAWINGS, SECTION I.
* 2.0 Media
Vendor drawings must be submitted on a good grade drafting medium (except

SEPIA or blue-line prints) or CADD database prepared per Saudi Aramco CADD
Standards.
3.0 Language
Regardless of their origin, vendor drawings must be in English. They may bear
another language in addition to English if necessary.

SECTION II - DRAWING NUMBERS AND RELATED PAGE NO. : 01 OF 04
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II. VENDOR DRAWING NUMBERS AND RELATED
Alpha/numeric characters are assigned to all Vendor Drawings for identification and
records management. This string of 22 characters provides a unique form of
identification for a specific drawing or document.
Covered in this section are the alpha/numeric characters that appear in the
identification line on Vendor Drawings. (A typical boxing arrangement is shown below).
1.0 Prefix (alpha)
The Prefix consist of 3 alpha characters, each one designating specific areas of
information.
PURCHASE ORDER NUMBER
XXX XXX XX XXXX XXX XXXX XXX
PREFIX PLANT CLASS INCREMEN SEQUENCE SHT NO. REV. NO.

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1.1 The first alpha character is always 'F' designating a foreign source
procurement.
1.2 The second alpha character designates the location of the purchasing
office where the requisition has been processed. See GI 322.001 for
complete listing.
1.3 The third alpha character designates the area assignment of the material
(destination). See GI 322.001 for complete listing.
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2.0 Plant Number (alpha/numeric)
The Plant Number is the standard 3 character Saudi Aramco Code designating
the plant for which the material is being purchased. See ENGINEERING
DRAWINGS, SECTION II, Paragraph 5.0.
3.0 Class Code (numeric)
The class code is the standard 2 digit Saudi Aramco Material System (SAMS)
code for the class of material (GI 322.001)
4.0 Increment Number (numeric)
The Increment Number is a 4 digit code which indicates the requisition number
in accordance with the requisition numbering system assigned to AOC, SAO,
and ASC. For Lump Sum Turnkey contracts, a "dummy" purchase order
number with a non-purchase (dummy) increment number shall be obtained from
the PESO.
Note: Non-purchase (dummy) increment numbers shall contain a letter in the

first position (e.g. A001).
5.0 Sequence Number (numeric)
The Sequence Number is a 3 digit code used to differentiate between various

individual drawings or manuals received on the same purchase order for
different items. In essence it represents an 'item' listing.
6.0 Sheet Number (numeric)
6.1 The Sheet Number is a 4 digit number used to control the order of the
documents within a specific sequence item. Sheet Numbers are
particularly important for manuals where many sheets are involved. See
Paragraph 9.0 below.
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6.2 In cases where the Vendor Drawing is a single document, the Sheet
Number should be written 1 of 1. For multiple sheets, begin numbering
from 0001 and continue 0002, etc.
7.0 Revision Number (numeric/alpha)
The Revision Number is a 3 character numeric/alpha code that indicates the

latest revision to a particular sheet.
8.0 Vendor Drawing Number assignment
8.1 The REO is responsible for assigning drawing numbers to all Vendor
Drawings and documents received in support of equipment and material
purchased under their project. Drawing and document numbers must be
logged in a book or document, for the purpose of good control
management.
8.2 The REO is responsible for issuing dummy purchase order numbers to
LSTK contractors doing their own procurement. The PESO assigns the
dummy increment numbers to the project.
9.0 Numbering Manuals and Miscellaneous Documents
9.1 For manuals that will be placed on 105 mm microfiche, the complete
Vendor Drawing Numbers need only be stamped on the title page (the
cover page) with the total number of pages entered as the sheet
number. Every page, including drawings which may be part of the
manual, shall be stamped with a sequential page number starting with
0001.
a) As an example, an operational manual supplied by the vendor

contains 296 pages including the cover page. The cover page
should be marked as sheet # 0001. The next page will be sheet
# 0002. The last page would be sheet # 0296.
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9.2 If a manual has to be placed on 105 microfiche but it contains drawings

larger than 279 X 432 mm (size 'D', 11" X 17"), the drawings must be
stamped with the entire sequence of numbers, including Prefix through
Revision Number. The drawing Sheet Number shall be the number in
sequence with the drawing's place within the manual. These drawings
are placed on 35 mm microfilm. They are removed from the manual and
replaced with a photo copy of the drawing's Title Block, with a cross
reference to the drawing number.
9.3 For additional manuals or drawings for equipment under existing

Purchase Orders, the next unused Sequence Number in the existing set
of Vendor Drawings shall be used.
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III. VENDOR DRAWING TITLES
1.0 Titles
1.1 The drawing titles provided on Vendor Drawings should be complete

enough to clearly identify the content of the drawing. If preferences are
available the REO should specify that the drawing title contain
information similar to Engineering Drawings.
1.2 The drawing title shall, as a minimum, give the drawing type (for
example, Installation Drawing, Maintenance Manual, Performance Data)
and the Engineering Equipment Number (for example, GM-8).
SECTION IV - HANDLING VENDOR DRAWINGS PAGE NO. : 01 OF 04
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IV. HANDLING VENDOR DRAWINGS
Vendor Drawings require the same level of control as Engineering Drawings. Each
drawing should be prepared with sufficient quality to enable proper reproduction and
handling. Each drawing should be reviewed and approved before acceptance of the
material purchased.
1.0 Responsible Engineering Office (REO) Requirements
1.1 The REO is the Saudi Aramco " office" in charge of developing
equipment and material requirements for a Saudi Aramco Project. The
REO is responsible for initiating all Purchase Requisitions for its project
while handling all related Vendor Drawings and data associated with
equipment and materials.
1.2 The REO is also responsible for ensuring that the nature and quantity of
Vendor Drawings are established at the time the requisition for material
or equipment is prepared.
* 1.3 New vendor drawings falling in the category of "key drawings" must be
made "engineering drawings" and handled in accordance with all the
drawings requirements of the Saudi Aramco Drafting Manual.
1.4 Vendor Drawings must contain complete accurate dimensions on plan

layouts, sections and details relative to equipment positioning and
installation connections.
1.5 A list of spare parts must be specified in the Purchase Order to carry out
maintenance programs and necessary repairs.
1.6 The REO must ensure that
a) Vendor Drawings are completely and correctly listed on the

Project Drawing Control Sheet.
b) Vendor Drawings are properly numbered and titled in accordance

with this Manual.

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c) Vendor Drawings are reviewed and approved prior to final

acceptance (See Paragraph 2.0 below).
d) Vendor Drawings are submitted to PESO for microfilming, record

retention and data entry into the drawing control system within a
reasonable time after receipt from the vendor. (See Paragraph
3.0 below).
2.0 Receiving, Approving and Certifying Drawings
2.1 Vendor drawings must be reviewed and approved prior to acceptance as

part of the purchase order requirements. The Purchasing Organization,
or Group, will receive the Vendor drawings from the supplier and submit
them to the REO for review and approval.
2.2 The REO will signify his review/approval by stamping and signing each
submittal of Vendor drawings, and will return them to the Purchasing
Organization. Signatures must be legible and the REO's name and
badge number printed.
2.3 Submittals should be specified as
a) Preliminary - For Review/Comments

b) Subsequent Submittals - For Review/Comments
c) Final Submittal - For Approval
* 2.4 The Purchasing Organization takes receipt of the "final" drawings from
the vendor, ensures compliance with Purchase Order requirements and
transmits the drawings to the REO for distribution.
2.5 Vendor Drawings are not certified by Saudi Aramco. Certification is

provided by the vendor on all submitted documents.

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2.6 REO's approval is required for all substitute offerings made by the
vendor when different from the documents specified in the Purchase
Order.
3.0 Distributing and Submitting Drawings
3.1 Early on each project, the REO shall define the distribution and quantity
requirements for "hard copies" of Vendor data. These requirements may
vary from project to project according to magnitude and importance.
Note: The responsible engineering office (REO) shall always furnish a

reproducible to the principal engineering office (PESO). See
VENDOR DRAWINGS, SECTION I, Paragraph 2.0.
3.2 Vendor drawings submitted to PESO by the REO must be accompanied

by a Saudi Aramco 8136-ENG form, Vendor Drawings Submittal. For
further details on submitting Vendor Drawings see DOCUMENTS
CONTROL, SECTION I Paragraph 2.0.
3.3 The PESO will microfilm the received Vendor data and make distribution
in accordance with Saudi Aramco current area requirements.
Microfilming is performed on 35 mm for aperture cards, and on 105 mm
for microfiche.
Note: PESO is responsible for getting all Vendor documentation

microfilmed and is charged with retaining microfilm cards in its
files.
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4.0 Revising Drawings
Vendor drawings are not normally revised after they are submitted to PESO for
microfilming. However, if a revision is necessary, the REO can obtain original
Vendor drawings from PESO by submitting a Vendor Drawings Request form,
Saudi Aramco 8152 ENG. The revision procedure for Vendor Drawings is the
same as the procedure established for revising Engineering drawings. See
ENGINEERING DRAWINGS, SECTION V, Paragraph 4.0.
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SECTION DESCRIPTION PAGE
* I. SUBMITTING DRAWINGS 1
1.0 Engineering Drawings 1
2.0 Vendor Drawings 1
* 3.0 Bulk Documents 2
* 4.0 Submittals By Out-Of-Kingdom REO 2
5.0 Attachments 3
II. FILING DRAWINGS 1

3.0 Bulk Documents 2
III. RETAINING DRAWINGS 1

* 4.0 Retention Schedules 2
IV. RETRIEVING DRAWINGS 1

* 1.0 Engineering Drawings 1
4.0 Shredding Drawings and Documents 4
5.0 Attachments 4

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V. MICROFILMING TECHNIQUES AND FORMATS 1

1.0 35 mm Microfilm Production 1
2.0 105 mm Microfiche Production 3
3.0 Other Photographic Productions 4
4.0 Attachments 5
VI. MICROFILMING DRAWINGS (AND REPRODUCTION) 1

1.0 Submitting Drawings for Microfilming 1
* 2.0 Microfilming Engineering Drawings 1
3.0 Microfilming Vendor Drawings 4
4.0 Microfilming Bulk Documents 5
5.0 Microfilming Drawings for Construction 6
6.0 Distributing Microfilm/Microfiche Cards 7
7.0 Retention of Superseded Cards 7
8.0 Reproduction 8
VII. APERTURE CARD FILES 1

1.0 Master File 1
2.0 Security File 1
3.0 Reference (Work) File 1
4.0 History File 2
5.0 Field Files 2
6.0 Cancelled File 2

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VIII. DTACS AND DCAS 1

1.0 Input to DTACS 1
2.0 Using DTACS 1
3.0 Computer System 1
SECTION I - SUBMITTING DRAWINGS PAGE NO. : 01 OF 03
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* I. SUBMITTING DRAWINGS
Engineering and Vendor Drawings must be submitted by the REO to the PESO for
microfilming and recording in DTACS. The PESO is responsible for receiving drawings,
processing them through the microfilming system, retaining them in permanent files,
and ensuring their security as outlined in this manual.
1.0 Engineering Drawings
1.1 To submit original Engineering Drawings, the REO must submit a

properly prepared Engineering Drawings Submittal form, Saudi Aramco
8135-ENG. An annotated example is included under Paragraph 5.0,
Attachments.
1.2 Submit completed 8135-ENG form along with the drawings to PESO.
Note that a maximum of 30 drawings can be submitted with each form.
Wrap the form around the corresponding bundle of drawings.
1.3 Only Engineering Drawings which have been prepared in accordance

with this manual should be submitted. This includes obtaining the proper
approval and certification signatures or initials. Improperly prepared
drawings will be returned by PESO to the REO for compliance with
procedures outlined herein.
2.0 Vendor Drawings
2.1 To submit Vendor Drawings the REO must submit a properly prepared
Vendor Drawing Submittal form Saudi Aramco 8136-ENG. An annotated
example is included under Paragraph 5.0, Attachments.

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2.2 Submit completed form along with the drawings to PESO. Note that a
maximum of 30 drawings can be submitted with each form. Wrap the
form around the corresponding bundle of drawings.
2.3 All Vendor Drawings that have been prepared in accordance with this
manual should be submitted. This includes obtaining the proper
approval and certification signatures or initials. Improperly prepared
drawings will be returned by PESO to the REO for compliance with the
procedures outlined herein.
3.0 Bulk Documents
3.1 Engineering and Vendor Drawings of a bulk nature (scopes of work,

specifications, operational manuals, etc. are submitted using the
appropriate form as outlined in Paragraph 1.0 and 2.0 above. However,
for these bulk items only the total pages for the document is listed on the
submittal form. All pages of the document must be numbered
sequentially but only one entry is needed on the submittal form.
Example: A scope of work identified as Engineering Drawing DE-

123456 contains 250 pages, numbered sheet 1 thru 250. Use form
Saudi Aramco 8135-ENG to submit this document. Only page 250 is
listed under the sheet number column.
* 3.2 Material take-off sheets (T/O) shall be submitted together with the
drawings they refer to. They shall not be listed on the SA 8135-ENG
submittal form.

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4.0 Submittals by Out-of-Kingdom REO
4.1 Prior to repatriating Engineering drawings, the REO should ensure that
two (2) complete sets of microfilms are produced. Refer to SECTION VI,
MICROFILMING DRAWINGS. One set is to be retained by the REO for
use during the construction phase (normally mounted on blue aperture
cards). The second set is to be retained by the Out-of-Kingdom Saudi
Aramco affiliate as security back-up should the original documents be
lost during repatriation. Once PESO have verified receipt of the original
documents the back-up set of film can be destroyed by shredding or sent
to PESO for disposal.
* 4.2 For all North American and other OOK projects, the REO is responsible
for transmitting the original documents to PESO.
5.0 Attachments
'A' Annotated example, how to submit Engineering Drawings, form Saudi

Aramco 8135-ENG.
'B' Annotated example, how to submit Vendor Drawings, form Saudi

Aramco 8136-ENG.

DOCUMENT CONTROL
SECTION I - SUBMITTING DRAWINGS
ATTACHMENT 'A'
Drawings Submittal.
General Format:
- This form consists of two main portions:
Portion - 1; Required for all new and modified submittals of drawings.
Portion - 2; Required for:
New drawings being entered into the system for the first time.
Existing drawings that have indices, plant numbers and/or drawing titles
changed.
Portion - 3; DCU's acknowledgement of receipt and transactions.
Preparation
Portion - 1;
All components that form the drawing number as it appears on the drawing.
Portion - 2;
2.1 CADDed Drawings
Indicate whether drawings have been generated or modified on CADD database

by Saudi Aramco or by a contractor. If by a contractor, an electronic image of
the drawings must be submitted to DCU along with the certified and approved
hard copies.
2.2 Index (1 & 2)
Indicate the indices of a drawing starting with the prime index first.
DOCUMENT CONTROL
ATTACHMENT 'A'
2.3 Job Order Number
Not required for revised drawings.
2.4 Plant Numbers
Upto 3 plant numbers may be indicated starting with the most prime plant.
2.5 Drawing Title
The title of the drawing as outlined in the title block. Upto 50 characters
maximum and not less than 20 characters minimum.
2.6 Control Number
(Project/Operations Engineering) optional.
2.7 Submitted By
The Saudi Aramco Engineer submitting the drawings.
Portion - 3;
3.1 Control Number (DCU)
For DCU internal use or when enquiring about a submittal.
3.2 Receipt by DCU
DCU's acknowledgement of receipt of a submittal.
3.3 & 3.4
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ATTACHMENT 'B'
Annotated example of how to prepare and submit form Saudi Aramco 8136-ENG, Vendor
Drawings Submittal.
General Format:
- The Vendor Drawings Submittal form is divided into spaces whereby each space
should not accommodate more than one character. A character could be a letter,
number or symbol such as a dash, comma .... etc. Use only block lettering on the form.
- When preparing a submittal form that contains a number of drawings and where some
information is repetitive, it is permitted to check mark that information instead of re-
writing it again.
- Only drawings that are being introduced to Saudi Aramco Document Control System for
the first time need title information included on the form.
Preparation:
a) VENDOR DRAWING NUMBER

The vendor drawing number as shown on the drawing being submitted. These fields
must be complete. See VENDOR DRAWINGS, SECTION II - DRAWING NUMBERS
AND RELATED for details on the numbering system.
b) JOB ORDER NUMBER

Insert the Job Order Number or Engineering Work Order Number as appropriate.
c) VENDOR NAME
The name of the vendor supplying the drawing.
DOCUMENT CONTROL
ATTACHMENT 'B'
d) VENDOR'S DWG NUMBER AND DESCRIPTION

Write in the title of the vendor drawing and include the vendor's drawing number as a
cross reference. A minimum of 20 characters are required in this field.
e) PROJECT/OPERATIONS ENGINEERING
CONTROL NUMBER (Optional)
f) CONTROL NUMBER
For DCU internal use or when enquiring about a submittal
Submittal:
g) SUBMITTED BY:
The Saudi Aramco Engineer submitting the drawings.
h) RECEIVED BY:
DSU's acknowledgement of receipt of a submittal.
j) PESO will: Review/verify the form and drawings submitted with the form, date stamp
the form, sign the form, and make a copy for the REO. if drawings submitted are
improperly prepared they will be returned to REO under separate transmittal
Special Note:
In the case of bulk documents (usually sizes 'D' or 'E') enter only the last sheet number
of the set in the SHEET number column.
i.e. A vendor's maintenance manual contains 350 pages (sheets). the last page will be
numbered sheet 350. Enter only sheet 350 on the submittal form. (One entry covers
the entire document.)
VENDOR DRAWING SUBMITTAL
SECTION II - FILING DRAWINGS PAGE NO. : 01 OF 02
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II. FILING DRAWINGS
Proper filing is an essential element of good documentation control. The PESO is

responsible for the proper filing of all original Saudi Aramco Engineering and Vendor
Drawings as well as related technical documents. The filing system must be
established and maintained in such a manner that document retrieval is quick and
accurate. Provisions shall be available for cross references from plant numbers to
drawing numbers.
1.1 Only approved and certified Engineering Drawings are retained by PESO
in their files. In certain circumstances "library" type drawings can be
retained if approved in advance.
1.2 Only original or duplicate original drawings are filed. Sepias, blue-line,
blackline and auto-print copies are not filed. If the only original drawing
available turns out to be a 'print copy' then this document is
photographed and a new phototransparency original is made. The
phototransparency is then filed.
1.3 Only clear readable original drawings are filed on a permanent basis.
Poor quality drawings must be "upgraded" before filing. Similarly, torn or
damaged drawings must be repaired before filing.
1.4 Engineering Drawings are filed by the drawing number/sheet number in

a descending alpha/numerical order within the file cabinets. (ie., the
lower number is placed on top)
SECTION II - FILING DRAWINGS PAGE NO. : 02 OF 02
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2.0 Vendor Drawings
2.1 Vendor Drawings are not filed. Once they are microfilmed and the film is
checked for quality, the original sets of Vendor Drawings submitted to
PESO are destroyed. See SECTION III - RETAINING DRAWINGS.
2.2 Other organizations who receive sets of Vendor Drawings may retain the
originals according to their own policies.
3.0 Bulk Documents
Normally items of a bulk nature (multiple sheets) are not kept once they have
been microfilmed. Other departments often retain hard copies: i.e. Technical
Information Center, Purchasing Department and Operations Engineering.
These departments can be contacted if original documentation is required.
SECTION III - RETAINING DRAWINGS PAGE NO. : 01 OF 02
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III. RETAINING DRAWINGS
Original Engineering and Vendor Drawings are retained in accordance with their value
to the operation of Saudi Aramco plants and facilities. Due to the numerous drawings
produced on behalf of Saudi Aramco it is impractical to retain all original documents nor
is it necessary. The process of eliminating some originals and retaining their images on
microfilm is standard practice within Saudi Aramco. PESO is responsible for selectively
retaining original drawings and documents as outlined below.
1.1 Sizes 'A', 'B', 'C' Engineering Drawings are retained in accordance with
their value to Saudi Aramco operations. The drawing Index is used to
guide the PESO in the elimination process. TABLE I included in
paragraph 4.0 Retention Schedules lists the current Index drawings and
their retention/elimination schedule. Exceptions to this policy can be
made when deemed advantageous to Saudi Aramco by the Chief
Draftsman.
1.2 Sizes 'D', 'E', 'J', 'K' Engineering Drawings are retained only in certain
circumstances. The majority of these drawings are not required after
issue therefore the need to retain originals is minimal. Should the
drawing be required for revision purposes, phototransparency or auto-
print copies can be obtained from the microfilm image. TABLE II
included in Paragraph 4.0 Retention Schedules, lists the current
retention/elimination schedule for these size drawings.
1.3 "Time Kept" is calculated from the date of the last approved revision to
the drawing. Generally a full calendar year must have elapsed before
the original drawing becomes a candidate for elimination i.e. 1987
drawings are only eliminated in 1989.
1.4 The term "Destroy" implies that a clear, readable microfilm copy is
contained in the Master File. When deemed appropriate by PESO, the
drawings will be re-microfilmed prior to elimination.
SECTION III - RETAINING DRAWINGS PAGE NO. : 02 OF 02
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1.5 All flat files and file cabinets must be purged quarterly for the express
purpose of locating original engineering drawings to be eliminated.
1.6 Original engineering drawing designated for elimination shall be

destroyed by shredding.
2.0 Vendor Drawings
2.1 All Vendor Drawings, regardless of size or content are destroyed by

shredding after microfilming. Destruction does not take place until the
Master APCD has been checked for quality.
2.2 If requested in advance, original Vendor Drawings can be turned over to

the Proponent Organization instead of being destroyed.
3.0 Bulk Documents
All Bulk Engineering and Vendor documents, regardless of content, are

destroyed by shredding after microfilming. Destruction does not take place until
the Master APCD has been checked for quality. Bulk documents are generally
size 'E' or 'K'.
* 4.0 Retention Schedules
TABLE I - Retention Schedule for size 'A', 'B', 'C' Original Engineering Drawings.
TABLE II - Retention Schedule for size 'D', 'E', 'J' and 'K' Original Engineering
Drawings.

DOCUMENT CONTROL - SECTION III
TABLE I - RETENTION SCHEDULE
* ORIGINAL ENGINEERING DRAWINGS - SIZES 'A','B','C''
INDEX TIME KEPT NEXT ACTION
A - Plot Plans
- P&ID's
Indefinitely Place on CADD
- PFD's
- VOD's
A - All other types
C - All types 1 year Destroy

- All types 1 year Destroy
E - All types 1 year Destroy
F - All types 1 year Destroy
G - All types 1 year Destroy
H - All types 1 year Destroy
J - ILD's Indefinitely Place on CADD

J - All other types 1 year Destroy
K - Underground A.C. Lines Indefinitely Place on CADD

K - All types 1 year Destroy
L - Main Piping Plans Indefinitely None

L - Isometrics Destroy after M/Filming
M - All types 1 year Destroy

N - All types 1 year Destroy
P - One Line Diagram

- Elementary Diagram
Indefinitely Place on CADD
- Wiring Diagram
- Interconnection diagram
- Underground buried cables
P - All other types 1 year Destroy
Q - All types 1 year Destroy
R - All types 1 year Destroy
S - Main Layouts Underground Indefinitely Place on CADD

S - All other types 1 year Destroy
T - All types Indefinitely Place on CADD

U - All types 1 year Destroy
V - All types 1 year Destroy
W - All types 1 year Destroy
Z - All types 1 year Destroy
Note: For drawing and equipment INDEX key, see Engineering Standard Drawing Number AE-0364ll
sheet #001.

DOCUMENT CONTROL SECTION III
TABLE II - RETENTION SCHEDULE
* ORIGINAL ENGINEERING DRAWINGS - SIZES 'D', 'E', 'J', 'K'.
INDEX TIME KEPT NEXT ACTION
Sizes 'E' & 'K'
All Destroy after

microfilming
Sizes 'D' & 'J'
J - Instrument Installa- Indefinitely Place on computer

tion Schedule
L - Line Designation Tables Indefinitely Place on computer
A - Drawing Control Sheets

A - Safety Instruction Sheets
A - Data Sheets - Equipment 2 years Destroy
P - Lighting Panel Schedules
P - Cable/Conduit Block Diagrams
J - ILD'S Redraw on 'B' size

sheets and retain
indefinitely
All Others Destroy after

microfilming
Note: For drawing and equipment INDEX key, see Engineering Standard Drawing
Number AE-0364ll sheet #001.

SECTION IV - RETRIEVING DRAWINGS PAGE NO. : 01 OF 04
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IV. RETRIEVING DRAWINGS
Original Engineering and Vendor Drawings may be extracted from their permanent file
location whenever a need is defined. This includes the requirement to: a) revise the
drawing to reflect new information and/or changes; b) use the original to make blueline
copies for Disaster Control Centers; or c) eliminate the drawing if no longer required for
retention. PESO is responsible for pulling original drawings as required.
1.1 To request original Engineering Drawings a Saudi Aramco employee

must submit a properly prepared Engineering Drawing Request form,
Saudi Aramco 8134-ENG. An annotated example is included under
Paragraph 4.0, Attachments.
* 1.2 Only authorized Saudi Aramco employees can request original

Engineering Drawings. It is the responsibility of the Saudi Aramco
Representative to request drawings for the Contractors under their
supervision.
1.3 The Saudi Aramco Representative must verify the need to obtain the
original drawing. Originals are not used for reference nor for making field
markup copies. Copies obtained from aperture cards are used for those
purposes.
1.4 Completed request forms are submitted to PESO for processing.

Preferably the request should be hand delivered.
1.5 Submit drawing requests according to size. Segregate sizes D&E from
sizes 'A', 'B', & 'C'.
1.6 Submit requests by Priorities, to obtain the most important drawings

first.
* 1.7 Requests for Manual and CADD drawings for facilities on DMS shall be
requested separately.

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1.8 PESO will assign a Control Number to the request and furnish the
Requester with a copy. Follow-up actions must be in reference with the
Control Number.
1.9 Requests are handled in order of receipt. Partial issues may be given
not to delay the entire request. The time required to obtain original
Engineering Drawings can vary. Allow 10-25 working days for PESO to
process your request.
1.10 For 'A', 'B', and 'C'' size drawings, PESO will issue a full size original
(usually polyester film). These drawings will be stamped in red
"ORIGINAL" or "DUPLICATE ORIGINAL".
1.11 For 'D', 'E', 'J' and 'K' size drawings, PESO will issue either a full size
original (vellum or polyester film) OR a bond paper photocopy. These
documents will also be stamped in red "ORIGINAL" or "DUPLICATE
ORIGINAL". Revisions should be carried out on the PESO issued
document.
1.12 In the event that a drawing did not require modification, it must be
returned to PESO along with a copy of the original request form, Saudi
Aramco 8134-ENG, so that the issued revision number can be deleted
from the data base.
2.0 Vendor Drawings
2.1 To request original Vendor Drawings, a Saudi Aramco employee must

submit a properly prepared Vendor Drawing Request form, Saudi
Aramco 8152-ENG. An annotated example is included under Paragraph
4.0, Attachments.
2.2 Requests for original Vendor Drawings are handled similar to

Engineering Drawings. See Paragraph 1.0 above.
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3.0 Bulk Documents
3.1 When Engineering or Vendor Drawings are part of a bulk document set
(i.e. manuals, specification, Scope of Work), they will most probably be
recorded on 105 mm microfiche. If a revision is required to one or more
of these pages, it will be necessary to retrieve the entire document set.
This will be done by PESO.
3.2 Example of bulk document revisions.
a) A Scope of Work contains 296 pages with each page being a

standard size 'E' (8-1/2x11") sheet. The document has been
numbered DE-987654, sheets 001 to 296. The document has
been microfilmed on 105 mm microfiche. In accordance with the
standard retention schedule, the original document has been
destroyed after microfilming. Suppose the REO is now required
to revise sheets 051 to 158.
b) The Saudi Aramco Representative completes form Saudi Aramco

8134-ENG. Specifying that sheets 051 to 158 need to be
revised. PESO automatically reprints the entire 296 pages and
issues the entire document to the REO.
c) The REO revises sheets 051 to 158 and re-certifies each sheet in
the revision column. REO notes the actual sheets modified and
submits the entire document to PESO including the face sheet.
d) PESO refilms the entire document on 105 mm microfiche and

retains the reprinted original in accordance with the standard
retention schedule.
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4.0 Shredding Drawings and Documents
The Saudi Aramco Shredding Procedures are a mandatory requirement for

properly disposing of engineering and vendor original drawings as well as other
project related documents including obsolete microfilm records. The Shredding
Procedures are outlined on AEP-127, AEP-128 & AEP-129.
4.1 Users are accountable for every original drawing issued to them. All
original drawings necessitating shredding must be returned to ESSD with
a transmittal, concurred by the proponent, and a memo indicating
"drawings to be destroyed".
Note: For Shredding Procedures on specific case situations, refer to

this 'Saudi Aramco Drafting Manual - Volume I' Document
Control portion.
a) Section I - Paragraph 4.2

b) Section III - (Whole section)
c) Section IV - Paragraph 3.2
d) Section VI - Paragraphs 2.7, 6.2 & 7.2
5.0 Attachments
'A' Annotated example, how to request original Engineering Drawings, form

'B' Annotated example, how to request original Vendor Drawings, form

DOCUMENT CONTROL
SECTION IV - RETRIEVING DRAWINGS
ATTACHMENT 'A'
An annotated example of how to properly prepare and submit form Saudi Aramco 8134-ENG,
Engineering Drawings Request.
General Format
This form consists of four main portions:
Portion - 1&2; to be completed by the requestor

Portion - 3; for use by Document Control Unit
Portion - 4; for Operations Engineering concurrence
Preparation:
Portion - 1;
Particular information related to the requestor. (Contact DCU for individual location
code).
Portion -2;
2.1 Drawing Number
The engineering drawing number including the prefix, size, identifying number
and sheet number.
2.2 Plant Number
The prime plant number of the facility of the subject drawing (as shown on the
drawing).
2.3 Index
Mention one or more indices as indicated on the subject drawing.
DOCUMENT CONTROL
ATTACHMENT 'A'
2.4 Indicate "Y" for yes or "N" for no if a drawing:
- exists on CADD database.

- is intended to be revised or re-drawn on CADD database.
- is required for 100% "as-built".
2.5 Actual Revision
The current revision number as shown on the latest print(s) or aperture card of
the requested drawings.
2.6 Receipt By Requestor
Upon completion of each partial issue, the requestor will acknowledge receipt of
the number of drawings received (Item 3.5).
Portion - 3;
3.1 DCU's Control Number
Refer to this number when enquiring about the status of your request.
3.2 Receipt by DCU
DCU's acknowledgement of receipt of request.
3.3 Revision Number Issued
The new revision number issued by DCU for use by the requestor for
modification under a specific job number. Only one revision number is issued
under each BI/JO/EWO Number.
DOCUMENT CONTROL
ATTACHMENT 'A'
3.4 Remarks
Status of each drawing per investigation by Drawing Controllers. This

information is useful for the requestor and/or the Operations Engineers.
3.5 Issue Record
The sequential issue number of a group of drawings released to the requestor.

Depending on the quantiy of drawings requested, a request may be processed
in up to four (4) portions.
Portion - 4;
When required, the requestor will solicit the concurrence of Operations Engineering
before releasing the drawings.
Special Note:
When drawings do not require modification, they must be returned to PESO along with
a copy of the transmittal form (8134-ENG).
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SECTION V - MICROFILMING TECHNIQUES PAGE NO. : 01 OF 05
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V. MICROFILMING TECHNIQUES AND FORMATS
This section contains detailed information concerning the microfilming techniques and
formats currently used by Saudi Aramco to record Engineering and Vendor Drawings.
1.0 35 mm Microfilm Production
1.1 The majority of all Engineering and Vendor Drawings are recorded on 35
mm square, Silver Halide, black and white, film positives. These 35 mm
films are always high quality, high contrast material suitable for mounting
on standard 3-1/4 x 7-3/8" window type aperture cards, by using manual
feed, automatic mounting equipment.
1.2 Only drawings with standard sizes are microfilmed as received. Non-
standard sizes must be modified prior to microfilming so that proportional
reductions can be obtained.
1.3 Special coding is used to control the amount of reduction needed to get
the original drawing image onto the 35 mm size film. These resolution
'targets' have significant meaning when photo blowup requirements
exist.
- 'A' size reductions use target # 26.0x

- 'B' size reductions use target # 18.0x
- 'C', 'D', 'E', 'J', and 'K' size reductions use target 14.5x
1.4 Microfilming is done on continuous roll film with approximately 200

exposures per roll.
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1.5 All 35 mm microfilm aperture cards are color coded for identification
purposes.
a) Orange - master cards retained by PESO as the primary record,

indicating that the drawing is manually drafted.
b) Blue - also retained by PESO as master cards for CADDed
drawings. These cards are produced by the REO and used
during construction.
c) Pink - formerly AOC reference cards, now retained as security
back-up cards in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia.
d) Yellow - reference cards retained by PESO for general use in
Dhahran, Saudi Arabia.
e) White with brown stripe - formerly backup security cards stored in
Kansas, USA, now stored by PESO as security cards in Dhahran,
Saudi Arabia.
f) Green - reference cards distributed by PESO to approved field
files within Saudi Aramco including ASC file.
Note: For "History" and "Cancelled" aperture cards see Section VII,
Aperture Card Files, paragraphs 4.0 and 6.0.
1.6 The content of the 35 mm drawing image is identified through punching

the aperture card and interpreting the punching along the top edge.
Precise key punching alignments is required. See attached samples.
a) Engineering Drawings - Attachment 'A"

b) Vendor Drawings - Attachment 'B'
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2.0 105 mm Microfiche Production
2.1 Engineering and Vendor Drawings are filmed on 105 mm x 140 mm

microfiche film positives. Only high quality, high contrast film positive
material is used.
2.2 Generally, 105 mm "Microfiche Master" is used for master copies, and
105 mm "Microfiche Silver Duplicate" is used for both, duplicate copies
and distribution to field reference files
2.3 Only drawing sizes 'D', 'E', 'J' and 'K' are processed on 105 mm
microfiche using a reduction of 24X. A total of seventy (70) 'D' or 'J' size
or ninety eight (98) 'E' or 'K' size documents can be placed in one
microfiche card.
2.4 The content of each 105 mm microfiche is indicated at the top of the
card. This label is automatically placed on the card during processing
using titles key stroked into the computer data set. See attached
samples.
a) Engineering Drawing - Attachment 'C'

b) Vendor Drawing - Attachment 'D'
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3.0 Other Photographic/Printing Productions
3.1 RC Matte .....................
3.2 Film Positives ...............
3.3 Projections Film (PM4) .............
3.4 DIAZO Blue/DIAZO Black .....
3.5 DIAZO Film ...................
3.6 Auto-Printing ................

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4.0 Attachments
"A" Engineering Drawing, 35 mm Microfilm
"B" Vendor Drawing, 35 mm Microfilm
"C" Engineering Drawing, 105 mm Microfiche
"D" Vendor Drawing, 105 mm Microfiche
The heading is automatically imprinted on the microfiche during processing. The sheet
number indicates a total of 91 sheets (images) for this document.
SECTION VI - MICROFILMING DRAWINGS PAGE NO. : 01 OF 11
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VI. MICROFILMING DRAWINGS
Proper microfilming of Engineering and Vendor drawings is an essential aspect of

Saudi Aramco's Document Control system. Because of established retention policies,
and limitation therein, not all original drawings can be retained indefinitely. It is
therefore imperative that the microfilming of Saudi Aramco drawings is performed in the
most professional way possible in order to ensure high quality output and prevent
deterioration of the drawing data base. The PESO has been chartered to do the official
microfilming of Saudi Aramco's Engineering and Vendor Drawings utilizing various in-
Kingdom support services organizations.
1.0 Submitting Drawings for Microfilming
1.1 REO must submit all approved and certified original Engineering and
Vendor Drawings to PESO for microfilming as soon as practical. Each
and every revision of a drawing must be individually microfilmed before
effecting new changes.
1.2 All drawings must be reviewed by REO prior to submitting for

microfilming to ensure that they have been prepared in accordance with
this Drafting Manual. Only "original" and 'duplicate original' drawings can
be used for producing microfilm cards. If the original drawings no longer
exist then PESO can arrange special photo-processing from copies.
REO must contact PESO in this case.
2.0 Microfilming Engineering Drawings
2.1 PESO will review all Engineering Drawings for compliance with
production standards prior to official microfilming. Improperly prepared
drawings will be noted in the Incoming Log and the original returned to
the REO for corrections or modifications.
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2.2 Properly prepared, approved and certified Engineering Drawings will be

microfilmed in-house by PESO or forwarded by PESO to the EXPEC
Photolab or to the Office Services Reproduction Lab for microfilming.
* 2.3 The microfilming technique to be used depends upon the type and size
of the drawing.
a) All 'A', 'B', and 'C' size drawings are sent for 35 mm microfilming..
b) 'D' size drawings are sorted by type and sent for either 35 mm or
105 mm microfilming. Drawing Control Sheets, Instrument Loop
Diagrams, Instrument Installation Schedules, Lighting Panel
Schedules, Cable/Conduit Block Diagrams and Equipment Data
Sheets are usually filmed on 35 mm. Other 'D' size drawings
containing 10 or more drawing sheets are sent for 105 mm.
Single sheet 'D' size drawings are filmed on 35 mm.
c) 'E' size drawings in sets of 10 or more sheets per drawings will be

recorded on 105 mm film. This generally includes Lists of
Material, Scopes of Work, Equipment Specification Sheets and
Equipment Data Sheets. Safety Instruction Sheets, Instrument
Specification Sheets and 'E' size drawings with 9 or less sheets
will be recorded on 35 mm film.
d) Material Take Off sheets are recorded on 35 mm film for PESO's

master file.

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2.4 When 35 mm microfilming is required two (2) each original shots are
taken for each Index and Plant Number shown on the drawing. These
two shots are individually mounted on colored aperture cards as follows
(1 set of two cards).
Card # 1, Orange, Engineering Master File (for manually drafted

drawings ), or
Blue, Engineering Master File (for CADDed drawings)
Card # 2, White w/Brown stripe, Security File
2.5 Diazo copies are made using security aperture cards as the master for:
"Security Back-up" file (pink), "Reference" file (yellow), "Field" files and
ASC file (green).
2.6 Engineering Drawings produced out-of-Kingdom or original Engineering

Drawings sent out-of-Kingdom for revision purposes must be microfilmed
(one shot each) prior to repatriation. REO is responsible for obtaining
this backup set of microfilm for each original Engineering Drawing. This
backup set is retained out-of-Kingdom until which time the original
drawings reach PESO. The backup film is then sent to PESO under
separate transmittal.
2.7 For North American Projects, the ASC Information and Image Services is
responsible for preparing the backup set of microfilm prior to repatriating
the originals and for disposing of the film after the originals reach PESO.
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3.0 Microfilming Vendor Drawings
3.1 PESO will review all Vendor Drawings for compliance with production
standards prior to microfilming. Improperly prepared drawings will be
noted in the Incoming Log and the original returned to the REO for
corrections or modifications.
3.2 Properly prepared and approved Vendor Drawings will be microfilmed in-
house by PESO or forwarded by PESO to the EXPEC Photolab or to the
Office Services Reproduction Lab for microfilming.
3.3 The microfilming technique to be used depends upon the type and size
of the drawing.
a) All 'A', 'B', and 'C' size drawings are sent for 35 mm microfilming.
b) Sizes 'D' & 'E' in sets of 10 or more sheets per drawing will be
recorded on 105 mm microfiche. 'D' & 'E' size drawings with less
than 10 sheets will be recorded individually on 35 mm film.
3.4 When 35 mm microfilming is required two (2) each original shots are
taken. These two shots are individually mounted on colored aperture
cards. See Paragraph 2.4 of this SECTION.
3.5 The official microfilming of Vendor Drawings is done in-Kingdom by

PESO. Microfilm copies are not required even if the Vendor Drawing is
approved OOK.
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4.0 Microfilming Bulk Documents
4.1 Engineering and Vendor Drawings of a bulk homogeneous nature are

handled per Paragraphs 2.0 and 3.0 above.
4.2 Bulk documents that contain a mixture of drawing sizes require special
handling. Generally Vendor Drawings are received this way. As a rule:
a) The majority of the document will be microfilmed on 105 mm

microfiche.
b) Any 'A', 'B' and 'C' size drawings contained within the document
set will be removed and replaced by a 8-1/2x11" photocopy of the
title block of the drawing. The original drawing will then be sent
for 35 mm microfilming.
c) The photocopy should be marked with the sheet number of the

document it replaces. A note stating that the original drawing has
been placed on a 35 mm aperture card must be included on the
copy.
d) The removed original drawing shall be identified with the entire

Vendor or Engineering Drawing number prior to filming.
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5.0 Microfilming Drawings for Construction
REO is responsible for obtaining aperture card copies of approved original

Engineering and Vendor Drawings to be used during the construction phase.
5.1 Upon completion of the Final Design effort, and while the original
drawings are still in the possession of the REO, microfilm copies must be
produced. Any credible micrographic company can do the filming in
accordance with techniques outlined in SECTION V. The film should be
mounted on Blue Aperture Cards and turned over to the construction
agency. The original drawings must be submitted to PESO immediately
following microfilming.
5.2 For LSTK contracts, the Contractor is responsible to produce his own
microfilm aperture cards for use during construction. The original
drawings should be submitted to PESO immediately after making the
field microfilm set for retention during the construction phase.
5.3 For construction packages where the original drawings are currently
residing with PESO, REO obtains aperture cards for the construction
phase through PESO. PESO will produce the construction aperture
cards using the Master Aperture Cards.
5.4 For North American Projects, the ASC Information and Image Services
can produce aperture cards for construction purposes.
Note: Under no circumstances shall the REO authorize the making of

reproducible polyester (mylar) copies of original drawings for use
during the construction phase without written permission from the
PESO.
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5.5 See AEP-122 for the preparation of Project Record Books. These do not
fall under the term "microfilming" as used with this manual.
6.0 Distributing Microfilm/Microfiche Cards
6.1 Microfilm and microfiche aperture cards of original Engineering and

Vendor Drawings will be distributed by PESO in accordance with the
approved distribution list. Contact PESO to obtain copies of the
distribution list. The aperture cards are either hand delivered or mailed
to the file custodians.
6.2 Aperture cards (blue) produced for construction should be 'destroyed' by

shredding after the construction phase. This will preclude using
outdated drawing information during plant/facility operations. Current
drawing information is available through authorized field aperture card
files.
7.0 Retention of Superseded Cards
7.1 Any time an original Engineering or Vendor Drawing is revised the newly
modified and approved product must again be microfilmed in accordance
with these procedures.
7.2 After redistribution of the updated microfilm/microfiche cards, the

superseded cards located at field files are destroyed by shredding. Each
aperture card file holder is responsible for shredding their superseded
cards in accordance with AEP-129. The REO is responsible for
shredding obsolete construction cards.
7.3 Each time the Master File is updated with a new or revised aperture
card, the superseded card is stamped "FOR HISTORY FILE" and refiled
in the History File area. PESO is responsible for retaining all revisions of
a microfilm or microfiche aperture card.
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8.0 Reproduction
The reproduction of original, microfilm copies or microfiche copies of

Engineering and Vendor Drawings, can be achieved through various techniques
as outlined in SECTION V above or detailed within. Reproduction falls into two
categories: 1) "duplicating" the original document to produce an exact replica of
the document, or 2) "copying" or producing a copy from the original document in
a new medium. There are often certain restrictions applied to each type or form
of reproduction. Contact PESO for details concerning restrictions.
8.1 Reproduction of Original Drawings
Original Engineering or Vendor Drawings can be duplicated or copied

through various means within Saudi Aramco. The type of process used
depends upon the end use of the product.
a) Making Bluelines is the most common method for making copies

of original document. These copies can be obtained through
EXPEC Photolab or Office Service's reproduction facilities if the
original drawings are presented. During the developmental
stages of drawing production, bluelines are used extensively.
However, this method shall be discontinued after the original has
been microfilmed and filed because of the added cost involved
with pulling/refiling originals. Blueprints are normally made for
Disaster Control Centers only.
b) Sepia copies are neither produced in Saudi Aramco nor they are
accepted by PESO. Their use is restricted. See PESO.
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c) Polyester copies (3 mil mylars) can be produced when justified in

writing. Normally these copies are reserved for Library Drawings,
Demolition Drawings and Project Proposal Drawings or for
references for major OOK Projects. The PESO produces
polyester copies as "duplicate originals" for simultaneous revision
purposes.
8.2 Reproduction of 35 mm Microfilm
Microfilms (35 mm) of Engineering or Vendor Drawings can be used to

make copies for reference purposes. They can also be duplicated or
copied themselves within Saudi Aramco. The type of process used
depends upon the intended end use of the product.
a) Autoprints from 35 mm microfilm cards can be obtained by using

Office Services copy machines located throughout Saudi Aramco
or by using the EXPEC Photolab. The standard size available
through this method is 'B' (20"x28"). This is the preferred method
within Saudi Aramco for the production of working copies for
reference use.
b) DIAZO copies of 35 mm microfilm aperture cards can be

produced by PESO upon request when justified in writing. The
Master Aperture Cards are used for this process. DIAZO cards
are normally produced for use at approved field aperture card
files. Autoprints can be made from these DIAZO copies as in
Paragraph 2.0.
c) Projection Blowbacks can also be obtained from 35 mm microfilm

cards. Blowbacks are produced on polyester film in the size of
the original drawing (normally to original scale). These types of
copies are restricted to use by PESO for producing ORIGINALS
or DUPLICATE ORIGINALS for revision purposes.
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d) RC Matte copies are available upon request when justified in

writing. Their use are ideal for photostat or project record books.
Maximum size is 'B' (20"x28"). Contact PESO for restrictions
governing their use.
8.3 Reproduction of Existing 16 mm Microfilm
Microfilms (16 mm) of Engineering or Vendor Drawings can be used to

copied within Saudi Aramco. The type of process used depends upon
the intended end use of the product.
a) Prints from 16 mm existing microfilm can be obtained by using

automatic reader/printers located throughout Saudi Aramco.
These reader /printers produce a maximum copy size of 8-
1/2"x11" (E). Microfilm prints are generally used for reference by
field personnel.
b) DIAZO copies of the 16 mm existing microfilm can be produced

by PESO upon request when justified in writing. Master Aperture
Cards are used for this process. DIAZO cards are normally
produced for use at approved field aperture card files as the
medium for producing reference prints.
c) Projection Blowbacks can be obtained from 16 mm existing

microfilm cards when required. These types of copies are
restricted in use. Contact PESO for details.
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8.4 Reproduction of 105 mm Microfiche
Microfiche (105 mm) of Engineering or Vendor Drawings can be used to

copied within Saudi Aramco. The type of process used depends upon
the intended end use of the product.
a) Prints from 105 mm microfiche can be obtained by using

automatic reader/printers located throughout Saudi Aramco.
These reader/printers produce a maximum copy size of 8-1/2x11"
(E). Microfile prints are generally used for reference by field
personnel.
b) DIAZO copies of 105 mm microfiche can be produced by PESO

upon request when justified in writing. The Master Microfiche
Cards are used for this process. DIAZO cards are normally
produced for use at approved field aperture card files as the
medium for producing reference prints.
c) Projection Blowbacks can be obtained from 105 mm microfiche

cards when required. These types of copies are restricted in use.
Contact PESO for details.
SECTION VII - APERTURE CARD FILES PAGE NO. : 01 OF 02
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VII APERTURE CARD FILES
Aperture cards are kept at numerous file locations throughout Saudi Aramco. These
cards are the approved media for disseminating Engineering and Vendor information.
The cards are color coded depending on the intended end use or ultimate destination.
Refer to SECTIONS V and VI.
1.0 Master Aperture Card File (orange and blue cards)
PESO shall retain one original Silver Halide APCD for each Engineering and
Vendor Drawing in a Master File. However, if a drawing has a field revision
(alpha) and not yet incorporated into the next full revision (numeric), then both
aperture cards shall be filed together. Only the latest revision is retained. The
file is sorted by the 6 digit Identifying Drawing Number. The Master File is
located in Room E-3560, EOB, Dhahran. Access to this file is restricted to
PESO personnel only.
2.0 Security Aperture Card File (white cards with brown stripe or pink cards)
A backup set of original APCD's is kept by PESO for security purposes. This
duplicate set is retained in the vital vault at the Central Records Facility,
Dhahran. The files are sorted by Plant/Index/Drawing Number/Sheet Number.
Access is highly restrictive and approval must be obtained from the Chief
Engineer.
3.0 Reference File (yellow)
The principle Reference File (Work File) is located in the Engineering Building,
Dhahran. This file contains a copy of each aperture card produced by PESO
and is sorted by Plant/Index/Drawing Number/Sheet Number.
SECTION VII - APERTURE CARD FILES PAGE NO. : 02 OF 02
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3.1 There are three (3) more Reference Files located in: Udhailiyah
Administration Building, Abqaiq Central Administration Building and Ras
Tanura South Administration Building respectively. These Reference
Files are color coded green.
3.2 Access to the above four (4) Reference Files is limited to Saudi Aramco
personnel, and to Project Management Contractor (PMC) employees
prior submission of the Drawing Copy Authorization System form (DCAS)
duly approved by their Project Manager.
4.0 History Aperture Card File
Superseded Master APCD's are retained in a separate History File. The file is
sorted by the 6 digit Identifying Number. The History File is located in the
Engineering Building, Dhahran. Access is restricted to PESO personnel.
5.0 Field Aperture Card Files (green colored cards)
Reference APCD's are sent to various locations throughout Saudi Aramco for
use by engineering personnel. See Section V paragraph 1.5 and Section VII
paragraph 3.1. These cards may be Diazo copies or original silver Halide films.
Field Aperture Cards are intended for use on a daily basis. Copyprints can be
obtained from these cards by using an OCE-3600 copier or similar. A listing of
the approved Field Aperture Card Files is maintained by PESO.
6.0 Cancelled Aperture Card File
A special file is maintained by PESO for APCD's of cancelled drawings. Cards

contained in this file are also included in the Security File and in the History File.
SECTION VIII - DRAWING TRACKING & CONTROL SYSTEM PAGE NO. : 01 OF 01
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VIII. DTACS AND DCAS
DTACS is an internal Saudi Aramco "Drawing Tracking And Control System" designed
specifically for use with Saudi Aramco Engineering and Vendor Drawings.
DCAS is an internal Saudi Aramco "Drawing Copy Authorization System" that controls
the requests for prints of Engineering and Vendor drawings.
a) Saudi Aramco and approved Program Management Contractor (PMC) employees

GC-11+ can sign Reproduction Requests (Saudi Aramco Form 649) for obtaining
prints of engineering design/vendor drawings contained in this file, upon
submission of their duly accomplished reproduction request and presentation of
their Saudi Aramco issued I.D. card. However, these employees should also be in
the computer list under the Drawing Copy Authorization System (DCAS) before
they can request and obtain these prints.
b) GC-09 to GC-10 Saudi Aramco employees can sign for obtaining prints/copies of
engineering design/vendor drawings only upon the submission of the letter of
recommendation and duly accomplished DCAS form signed by his Department
Manager.
NOTE:
For further information concerning DTACS contact PESO.
1.0 Input to DTACS
2.0 Using DTACS
3.0 Computer System

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VOLUME I - INSTRUCTIONS AND PROCEDURES

Approved By: (Initial IssueSigned 10/29/89)

Prepared By: (Initial Issue Signed 10/25/89)

VOLUME I - INSTRUCTIONS AND PROCEDURES

a) Terms and Definitions;

b) Section II - Drawing Numbers and Related;

c) Section III - Other Numbers;

d) Section V - Handling Engineering Drawings;

II. VENDOR DRAWINGS:

a) Section IV - Handling Vendor Drawings;

III. DOCUMENT CONTROL:

a) Section I - Submitting Drawings;

b) Section IV - Retrieving Drawings;

a) Section I; General CADD Standards,

REVISED ISSUE 1993 ISSUE

a) Section I - General CADD Standards

Item 12.3 deleted and replaced by new items 12.3

b) Section VI; forms,

c) Section VIII - Facility Plot Plan,

REVISED ISSUE 1993 ISSUE

a) Terms and Definitions;

b) Section I - Drawing Formats and Media; - Drawing Formats and Materials,

c) Section II - Drawing Numbers and Related;

d) Section III - Other Numbers;

e) Section V - Handling Engineering Drawings;

• Item 12.5, "PESO does not accept temporary drawing nor

REVISED ISSUE 1993 ISSUE

a) Section I - Drawing Formats and Media;

III. DOCUMENT CONTROL:

REVISED ISSUE 1993 ISSUE

a) Section I - Submitting Drawings:

b) Section IV - Retrieving Drawings;

TERMS AND DEFINITIONS

I DRAWING FORMATS AND MATERIALS

I DRAWING FORMATS AND MATERIALS

The ENGINEERING DRAWINGS portion covers instructional information pertaining to the

a) Aramco Drafting Manual - 1955 original issue, last modified in 1983

TERMS AND DEFINITIONS PAGE

1.0 Aperture Cards 1

* Denotes change or addition

* 1.0 Standard Abbreviations 2

* Denotes change or addition

1.0 Aperture Cards (APCD's)

1.1 Diazo Aperture Cards are special types of APCD's where a 35 mm

2.0 As-Built Drawing

When a drawing is certified as 100% as-built with no change.

* 2.2 "Revised As-Built"

When a drawing is modified to be brought to a 100% as-built condition.

* Denotes change or addition

3.0 CADD (Computer Aided Design/Drafting)

4.0 Construction Drawings

Location: DSU - E-3560, Engineering Office Bldg., Dhahran, Telephone

DCU - E-3700E, Engineering Office Bldg., Dhahran, Telephone

C/W ESSU - MA-29, Musadiah Annex Bldg., Jeddah, Telephone

6.0 Design Drawing

7.0 Drawing Number/Sheet Number

* 7.1 Engineering Drawings

An arrangement of 11 alpha/numeric characters used to provide the unique

* Denotes change or addition

The basic elements are:

* 7.2 Vendor Drawings