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EXHIBIT 8.1 PURCHASE ORDER

EXHIBIT 8.2 PURCHASE REQUIREMENTS BY PRODUCT

EXHIBIT 8.3 COLOR CODE CHART

EXHIBIT 8.4 MATERIAL RECEIVING REPORT

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SECTION 2: SCOPE/STATEMENT OF AUTHORITY
SECTION 3: ORGANIZATION CHART
SECTION 4: DEFINITIONS
SECTION 5: TENDER & CONTRACT
SECTION 6: MANUAL CONTROL
EXHIBIT 6.1 DOCUMENT TRANSMITTAL

SECTION 7: DRAWINGS & DESIGN CALCULATIONS


EXHIBIT 7.1 DRAWING INDEX

SECTION 8: MATERIAL CONTROL

SECTION 9: EXAMINATION & INSPECTION

SECTION 10: WELDING

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SUMMARY

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SECTION 14: MEASURING & TESTING EQUIPMENT


EXHIBIT 14.1 EQUIPMENT CALIBRATION LOG

SECTION 15: PRESSURE TESTS

SECTION 16: REPAIRS & ALTERATIONS


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SECTION 17: RECORD RETENTION


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FOR THE FOLLOWING CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES
IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE ALBERTA SAFETY CODES ACT AND
REFERENCED STANDARDS:
SECTION VIII DIVISION 1; PRESSURE VESSELS
PRESSURE FITTINGS IN ACCORDANCE WITH CSA B51
BY
ALLIED VESSEL FABRICATION
AT
3808 46 AVE. STETTLER AB T0C 2L1
AND
CONSTRUCTION, REPAIR AND ALTERATIONSOF PRESSURE PIPING
IN ACCORDANCE WITH ASME B31.3 AND B31.1
INDIRECT FIRED HEATER COILS
REPAIR AND ALTERATION OF EXISTING PRESSURE VESSELS
AT
3808 - 46 AVE.

STETTLER AB. T0C 2L1


AND FIELD SITES IN ALBERTA
CONTROLLED FROM THIS LOCATION

MANUAL NO________________
EDITION___________________
ASSIGNED TO_______________

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SECTION 2 - SCOPE

1.

This Quality Control Manual outlines the procedures that will be used by Allied Vessel Fabrication
Ltd. in constructing ASME Code items in accordance with ASME Code Section VIII Division 1 and
Alberta Safety Codes Act and Regulations at shop.

2.

Repair and alterations to pressure vessels shall be performed in accordance with the procedures
outlined in this Quality Control Manual, the requirements of Alberta Safety Codes Act and
Regulations at shop and field locations.

3.

Construction, repair, alteration and erection of pressure piping systems shall meet the requirements
of Alberta Safety Codes Act and Regulations, ASME B31.3 and customer requirements at shop and
field locations.

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SECTION 2 STATEMENT OF AUTHORITY

This Quality Control Manual has been established to assure compliance with the ASME Code, CSA B51,
B31.3 and the Alberta Safety Codes Act and Regulations.
This Quality Control Manual is intended to be used in the construction of pressure vessels in accordance
with the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Section VIII Division 1. Repairs and alternation of
pressure vessels in accordance with Alberta Safety Codes Act and Regulation. Construction, repair,
alteration and erection of pressure piping systems in accordance with B31.3 Code and Alberta Safety Codes
Act and Regulations.
The QCM is hereby assigned to administer the program described in this Quality Control Manual. The QCM
has sufficient and well-defined responsibility, authority and the organizational freedom to identify quality
control problems, to initiate, recommend or provide solutions to quality control problems and to ensure
implementation of solutions. The QCM shall control the disposition of non-conforming items and issues
until the non-conformance has been removed.
The quality control problems that cannot be resolved by the QCM shall be brought to my attention for the
final resolution. Such resolution will not compromise any applicable codes, standards, Regulatory Authority,
customer requirements or this Quality Control Manual.
The quality control system has my full support and shall be used in all stages, by all personnel engaged in
fabrication, repairs and alternations, construction, testing and manufacturing of referenced above pressure
equipment.
Any person assigned a responsibility within this Quality Control Manual may delegate the performance of
the activity to another qualified person. However the responsibility remains with the individual assigned.
STATEMENT OF AUTHORITY
Signature_____________________________

Name _______________________________
Title ________________________________
Date_________________________________

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PRESIDENT

Certified
Individual

GENERAL
MANAGER

SHOP / FIELD
MANAGER

PURCHASING
MANAGER

QCM

SUBCONTRACTOR

QCI
SHOP/FIELD

ENGINEERING
(Designer)

SHOP / FIELD
PERSONNEL

SUBCONTRACTORS:
HEAT TREATMENT
NDE MATERIAL TESTING,
ETC.

SHIPPER /
RECEIVER

Note: One person may hold more than one position


* Communication

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4.

DEFINITIONS

4.1

Alberta Safety Code Act and Regulations:


a) Alberta Safety Codes Act
b) Pressure Equipment Safety Regulations
c) Pressure Welders Regulations
d) Pressure Equipment Exemption Order
e) Administrative Items Regulation.

4.2

ABSA: ABSA is a regulatory organization delegated by the Province of Alberta to provide pressure
equipment safety services under the Alberta Safety Codes Act, and act as the Sole Jurisdiction
/Regulatory Authority as defined in the CSA B51 Code and as accredited by ASME.

4.3

Alteration: Any change in the item described on the original Manufacturers Data Report. Any
change which affects the pressure containing capacity of a boiler, pressure vessel, piping or fitting.
Non-physical changes such as increase in the maximum allowable working pressure (internal or
external) or design temperature of a pressure item shall be considered an alteration. A reduction in
the minimum design metal temperature of a pressure item shall be considered an alteration.

4.4

AQP: Means Alberta Quality Program number issued by ABSA. A company holding a valid AQP
number from ABSA is qualified to undertake activities that are authorized by the Certificate of
Authorization Permit.

4.5

Code: American Society of Mechanical Engineers, latest Edition and Addenda of:
a) Section II Material Specifications Part A, B, C & D
b) Section V Non-Destructive Testing
c) Section VIII Division 1 Rules for Construction of Pressure Vessels
d) Section IX Welding and Brazing Qualifications
e) Section B31.3 Process Piping

4.6

Authorized Inspector (AI):


An inspector, regularly employed by the ASME Accredited Authorized Inspection Agency, who is
qualified by written examination in accordance with the ASME QAI-1 Standard. The AI Inspector
shall hold a valid National Board Commission and Endorsement and is also a Safety Codes Officer
appointed to administer the Alberta Safety Codes Act.

4.7

CGSB: Canadian General Standards Board

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4.8

CRN: Canadian Registration Number; registration number allotted by the regulatory authority to
design and specifications when accepted and registered.

4.9

CSA-B 51 Canadian Standard Association; Boiler, Pressure Vessel and Pressure Piping Code.

4.10

Examination means quality control functions performed by the manufacturer, fabricator, or erector.

4.11

Expansible Fluid:
Expansible Fluid means
a) a vapor or gaseous fluid or
b) a liquid under pressure and at a temperature at which the liquid changes to a gas or
vapor when the pressure is reduced to atmospheric pressure or when the temperature
is increased to ambient temperature.

4.12

Fitting or Pressure Fitting: Fitting means a valve, gauge, regulating or controlling device, flange,
pipe fitting or any other appurtenance that is attached to, or forms part of, a boiler. pressure vessel,
indirect fired heater pressure coil, thermal liquid heating system or pressure piping system.

4.13

Inspection: means functions performed for the Owner by the Owners Inspector or inspectors
delegate.

4.14

Job File: A file which contains all records documenting quality control for the item constructed.
This file shall be assigned a unique number to identify the job.

4.15

NDE: means Nondestructive Examination conducted in accordance with the requirements


of the ASME Section V Code.

4.16

Non-conformance: Any condition which renders an item unacceptable or indeterminate for use
because it does not comply with Code, owners specifications, design specifications or the
requirements of this Quality Control Manual. Examples of non-conformance include physical
defects, test failures, improper documentation, and loss of material identification.

4.17

Owners Inspector - An Inspector designated by the owner to certify that all required examinations
and testing have been completed. For the inspections of piping systems, OI shall satisfy them self
that the piping system conforms to all Code and customer requirements.

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4.18

PQ Performance Qualification: The demonstration of a welder or welding operator skill and


ability to produce welds in accordance with WPS.(see 4.31)

4.19

PQR: Procedure Qualification Record: The document that records the test results that establish
the properties of a weldment.

4.20

Pressure Equipment: means a thermal liquid heating system and any containment for an expansible
fluid under pressure, including but not limited to, fittings, boilers, pressure vessels and pressure
piping systems, as defined in the regulations.

4.21

PESR: means Pressure Equipment Safety Regulation, Alberta Regulation 49/2006.

4.22

Pressure Piping System: (Under the Jurisdiction of the Safety Codes Act) Pressure piping systems
means pipes, tubes, conduits, fittings, gaskets, bolting and other components that make up a system
for the conveyance of an expansible fluid under pressure and may also control the flow of that fluid.
The Pressure Equipment Safety Regulation does not apply to a pressure piping system that is fully
vented or operating with one or more pressure relief devices with a set pressure not exceeding 15 psi
(103 kPa) and sized so that the operating pressure cannot exceed 15 psi (103 kPa). The Safety Codes
Act and Pressure Equipment Safety Regulation (PESR) do not apply to pressure piping under the
jurisdiction of the Alberta Oil & Gas Conservation Act and Regulations or the Alberta Pipeline Act
and Regulation (see ERCB Directive 077). There is also a partial exemption from some requirements
of the PESR for pressure piping meeting the requirements of PESR paragraph 4(2).

4.23

Pressure Vessel: Means a vessel used for containing, storing, distributing, processing or otherwise
handling an expansible fluid under pressure.

4.24

QC: Quality Control (part of QMS focused on fulfilling quality requirements).

4.25

QMS: Quality Management System for the purpose of directing and controlling an organization
in regards to quality

4.26

QCM (Quality Control Manager)


An employee of Allied Vessel Fabrication Ltd. designated by the President or General Manager to
have the responsibility and authority to maintain this Quality Control System, and the organizational
freedom to recognize quality control problems and provide solutions to those problems.

4.27

Quality Control Inspector; QCI: An employee of Allied Vessel Fabrication Ltd. designated by
the QCM to perform the quality control duties as defined in this Quality Control Manual. The QC
Inspector reports directly to the QCM on any quality related function.

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4.28

Registered Design: Drawings, specifications and information required by Section 15, of the Pressure
Equipment Safety Regulation that have been reviewed and registered by ABSA.

4.29 Repair - The work necessary to restore a pressure item (e.g. boiler, pressure vessel, and piping) to a
safe and satisfactory operating condition, providing there is no deviation from the original design.
4.30

SNT-TC-1A Latest construction code accepted edition addenda of the American Society for
Qualification in Non-Destructive Testing; Recommended Practice No. SNT-TC-1A: Personnel
Qualification and Certification in Nondestructive Testing.

4.31 WPS: Welding Procedure Specification: This document describes in detail all of the variables,
which are essential, supplementary essential, and non-essential to the welding process employed
by the ASME Code, Section IX.

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5.

TENDER AND CONTRACT

5.1

This section describes the method of carrying out a tender and contract review, in order to ensure
that contractual requirements can be met before contract is accepted.

5.2

Upon the receipt of a tender, the General Manager shall define the scope of the project, the time and
tender submissions and the requirements for preparation and review in consultation with:
1) President
2) QCM

5.3

Before accepting the contract, the General Manager shall review the contract to ensure its
conformance with the tender. All discrepancies and deficiencies between the tender and the contract
shall be resolved and accepted by the customer and Allied Vessel Fabrication Ltd.

5.4

The contract shall be then presented to the General Manager of Allied Vessel Fabrication Ltd. for
final approval.

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6.

MANUAL CONTROL

6.1

This section describes the system for preparing, revising and controlling the distribution of this
Quality Control Manual.

6.2

The QCM is responsible for the control and implementation of this system. These duties include:
a) The review the Quality Control Manual every 12 months coincident with the issue of any ASME
Code Edition and to revise the Quality Control Manual and or system as necessary to incorporate
any required changes within six months of the issue of the new Edition or Addenda. The review
of Code Editions or Addenda shall be documented by initials and date of the person performing
the review on the summary of changes page for each Code section.
b) The QCMs approval and AI acceptance shall be by signature and date on the Table of Contents.
c) Approving all proposed changes and ensure that all revisions have been presented to and
accepted by the AI prior to implementation.
d) Maintaining a list of controlled Quality Control Manual holders showing assigned Quality
Control Manual number and revision status and to distribute revisions to each Quality Control
Manual holder using the Document Transmittal Form (Exhibit 6.1).
e) The Quality Control Manual shall be revised by section including the Exhibits and the Table of
Contents.
f) The Quality Control Manual Edition shall be updated coincident with each Audit/Review

6.3

The edition number, revision number and date will be shown on each page of the Quality Control
Manual along with number of pages within each section, and revisions will also be indicated by a
triangle, with the revision number in each margin along the changed paragraph.

6.4

Uncontrolled Quality Control Manuals may be used for information only and shall not be used by
Allied Vessel Fabrication Ltd. Personnel. Uncontrolled Copy shall be permanently indicated on the
front page of these Quality Control Manuals.

6.5

ABSA AB forms used shall be identified through the Quality Control Manual but will not be shown
as Exhibits. Only the latest ABSA forms will be used.

APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS/FORMS
Document Transmittal, Exhibit 6.1

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FABRICATION LTD.
DOCUMENT TRANSMITTAL
To: Please Print Your Company Name
Below:

DATE:

The following copies of controlled documents are forwarded to you for your use. Please
sign and
return this transmittal sheet within 7 days to jeff@alliedfab.com or fax it
to 403-228-4009.
I acknowledge receipt of the documents noted below (destroying
superseded documents)
Print Receivers Name: _______________________________________

Receivers Signature :_________________________________________

Document Number

Date ___________________

Document Title

Revision #

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7. DRAWINGS & DESIGN CALCULATION


7.1

This section provides the system for review, approval, distribution and retrieval of drawings, design
calculations, specifications and instructions.

7.2

The QCM is responsible for ensuring the following functions are performed by the subcontract
Engineering (Designer) acting on behalf of Allied Vessel Fabrication Ltd. or when the design is
supplied by the customer, that the functions are completed by the customer:
a) Review the customer specifications to ensure that the vessel can be designed and constructed in
accordance with the ASME Code, additionally the Designer shall determine the system of units to
be used consistently throughout construction of the Code items. (IE: metric or US Customary)
b)

Verifying drawings to ensure that the following are included:


a title block identifying the vessel
drawing number and revisions
date and job number and/or serial number
detailed drawings showing dimensions and orientations with tolerances where applicable
material list (Bill of Material) with material specifications acceptable by Code in consistent
units of measurement
material thickness, nozzle details and corrosion allowance
Maximum Allowable Working Pressure (MAWP) at coincident Max. Design Temp. Max.
Allowable External Working Pressure (if a design condition) and Minimum Design Metal
Temp. (MDMT) at MAWP.
Code Edition year and Addenda
NDE and heat treatment requirements
Weld details and welding procedure specifications
Notes detailing any supplementary requirements
Hydrostatic test pressure
CRN
Impact test requirements or exemptions from Impact Testing
Notes identifying additional requirements.

c) Submission of the drawings and specifications in duplicate to ABSA or


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CALCULATION

7.3

The design specifications and drawings are subcontracted to a Designer:


a) Prepares design calculations and drawings in accordance with the ASME Code.
b) Coincident with the issue of a New Code Edition or Addenda, the Designer reviews the master
document to ensure compliance with any changes to the Code. The program is ran using
standard test data from Appendix L Example L-7-2 and visually compare the results in the
formulas to the numbers in the Code example to verify the program is operating correctly. At
this point the program is password protected again.
c) Review of computer programs annually to coincide with Code revisions and to alter the program
to meet Code requirements or if the computer program has any updates or changes.
d) Installation of a safeguard system to prevent tampering with the programs.
e) Prior to reissuing drawings for previously designed vessels or issuing new drawings based upon
the existing design drawing, the Designer will review and revise as necessary, the design
drawings and design calculations to ensure compliance with the latest mandatory Code Edition
and Addenda. The Designer sends verification that all designs comply with the latest Code
Edition and Addenda.

7.4

A description of all revisions to drawings will be recorded in the revision block and all revision
items will be identified with a triangle, containing the revision number, adjacent to the revised item.
Revised items will be distributed and issued in the same manner as the original issue.

7.5

If the design specifications and drawings are provided by the owner, or are subcontracted to a
engineering design organization, the QCM is responsible for:
a) Reviewing and approving by signature and date the drawings and calculations.
b) Ensuring that the drawings representing the design have been accepted and registered by the
jurisdiction where the vessel is to be located.

7.6

The QCM will maintain a Drawing Index (Exhibit 7.1) detailing the drawing title, drawing
number, revision number, issue, number of copies and person they are assigned to. All essential
documents to outside organizations will be controlled by use of Document Transmittal (Exhibit 6.1).
The QCM is responsible for control of documents at shop and field sites. He will issue the latest
Revisions and recall and destroy all superseded documents. One copy of each superseded document
Marked VOID shall be kept in the job file for reference. Issued for Construction will be stamped
on all drawings followed by the signature and date of person releasing the drawings.

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7.7

The QCM is responsible for assigning the job and serial numbers for all vessels. He/she will
maintain a file for each vessel containing design calculations, drawings and specifications.

7.8

The QCM will ensure that the latest Editions and Addenda of the ASME Codes are available in the
shop and field.

APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS/FORMS
Document Transmittal, Exhibit 6.1
Drawing Index
Exhibit 7.1
ABSA FORMS
Design Registration Application, AB-31

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Rev. No.

Drawing
Title

Date
Issued

Copies To
QCM

Copies To Copies To
Shop Mgr. Purch. Mgr.

Copies To
Eng. File

Copies To
ABSA

Copies To
Field

DRAWING INDEX

EXHIBIT 7.1 DRAWING INDEX

Drawing Number

Job Number:

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SECTION 8 MATERIAL CONTROL


8.

MATERIAL CONTROL

8.1

This section describes the system of controlling, ordering, receiving, identification and use of all
Code material in compliance with ASME Code and design specification requirements.

8.2

The Purchasing Manager is responsible for the ordering of all material. The Purchasing Manager will
prepare a Purchase Order (Exhibit 8.1) from the approved drawing Bill of Material.. The Purchase
Order will include (as applicable):
a) the Purchase Order number and job number (unless ordered for stock).
b) the material ASME specification number (SA/SB), grade, schedule, dimensions,
c) a request for Material Test Report (MTR) when required,
d) a request for Partial Manufacturers Data Report or Certificate of Compliance for all code
stamped and standard welded parts supplied by a subcontractor,
e) a request for certification to UG-79 and referenced paragraphs for formed items.
f) a request that tack welds be performed to a Welding Procedure Specification qualified to ASME
Section IX.
g) a request for certification for any supplementary test (I.e. impacts),
h) heat treatment requirements,
i) NDE requirements,
j) Statement that all fitting designs must be registered with ABSA.
k) The SFA Specification and AWS Classification on all Purchase Orders for welding consumables.
l) A requirement that all Code required material markings must be accurately transferred to formed
material or if a Coded Marking System is used to maintain traceability to the original Code required
markings and the MTR, the Coded Marking System used must have prior acceptance by Allied
Vessel Fabrication Ltd. and the AI

8.3

The Purchase Order will be issued by Purchasing Manager and the QCM will review prior to issue.
When Code materials are ordered an attachment to the Purchase Order titled Purchase
Requirements by Product Form (Exhibit 8.2) shall be used to convey mandatory requirements. One
copy of the Purchase Order will be issued to the Vendor, one copy will be kept in the Purchasing
File, one copy to the Shipper/Receiver and one copy will be sent to the QCM.

8.4

Material substitutions must be approved by the QCM, the customer, Designer and accepted by the
AI. Approved material changes will be noted on the drawing. Revised calculations and drawings will
be prepared and issued in accordance with this Quality Control Manual.

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8.5

The Shipper/Receiver is responsible for receiving of all materials.


His duties include:
a) Checking all Code materials received against Purchase Order, packing slip, and MTR,
Examining the material for visible damage, correct identification, Code required markings,
ASME specification & grade and quantity.
b) Identifying all acceptable material ordered with the Purchase Order number.
c) Recording the Code required markings, material specification number, grade, thickness etc. on a
Material Receiving Report (Exhibit 8.4). Heat and slab number shall also be recorded for all head,
shell and plate material.
d) Ensuring that all pipe material is color coded by a stripe over the full length. The Color Code
Chart (Exhibit 8.3) shall be posted in the storage area and the shop area. Pipe material used
for a vessel shells will be identified with a heat number and supported by a MTR.
e) Ensuring that flanges and fittings are identified by Purchase Order number and stored by the job.

8.6

The QCI responsible for identification and traceability of all materials.


His duties include:
a) Recording the material specification number, grade, and the code required material identification
markings verified thickness as listed on the Travel Sheet (Exhibit 9.1). When the materials are
examined prior to fabrication. the QCI shall confirm that the material identification markings
match the MTRs or Manufacturers Partial Data Reports and shall also ensure that all plate
material used as a pressure retaining component and any other material for vessel, shells, heads or
nozzle reinforcing pads, remain traceable to the material properties as described in MTR
b) Examining all material for the purpose of detecting imperfections that would affect the safety of
the Code item and verifying that the material is as specified on the drawings and conforms to
Code requirements. If material defects are detected, if the material is not in full conformance
with Code requirements or if further material testing is required then the material shall be
identified as nonconforming and handled as described in Section 11.
c) Ensuring that in addition to the material tabulation on the Travel Sheet, Code required material
identification markings are transferred before dividing any material so that each piece will be
identified visibly on the completed vessel.

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d) Ensuring that all identification markings are transferred prior to dividing any plate or pipe
material, so that each piece will be identified on the completed vessel. The identification will
be stamped on carbon steel plate over 1/4 thick and written by water proof marker on other
material and the information will also be recorded on a drawing of the vessel.
e) Verifying that the MTRS conform to ASME Code Section II same Edition and Addenda as on
the drawing. If the MTRS conform to Section II, the QCI will sign and date the MTR and
indicate the Code Edition and Addenda used.
f) Ensuring that when pipe material, which will have a Heat # and Purchase Order # at each end
and is color coded by a paint strip over the full length, is fabricated as a nozzle: that the
marking is stamped on each nozzle as per color code chart (Exhibit 8.3).
g) Maintain traceability to Code required identification markings for all pressure fittings used
on a Code item. For product form such as couplings or threadolets, if the original fitting
manufacturers markings will be obscured by construction then after the fitting is attached to
the code item all of the original Code required identification markings will be recorded on
the Material Sheet in the applicable row for the item.
h) Ensuring that the color code and coded markings detailed in Exhibit 8.3 are posted in the
storage area and the shop.
i) Alternate marking system shall be acceptable to the AI.
8.7 Material purchased for stock, customer supplied material, or excess material remaining from
previous jobs may be used for construction of Code items providing the material is re- inspected
and MTRS are verified to the Code Edition/Addenda specified on the construction drawing.

APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS/FORMS
Purchase Order,
Purchase Requirements by Product,
Color Code and Code Markings,
Material Receiving Report,
Travel Sheet Front,
Material Sheet (Back)

Exhibit
Exhibit
Exhibit
Exhibit
Exhibit
Exhibit

8.1
8.2
8.3
8.4
9.1
9.1

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Exhibit 8.1

Allied Vessel Fabrication Ltd.

PURCHASE ORDER
PAGE 3 OF 7
P.O. #
JOB#
DATE:

Billing Address: #107 535- 10Ave SW


Calgary AB T2R 0A8
VENDOR

SHIP
TO

SHIPPING METHOD

Attn: Jeff Hagel


Allied Vessel Fabrication
3808-46 Ave.
Stettler, AB TOC 2L2
Ph:1-403-740-9788
Fax:1-403-742-6400
Page:

SHIPPING TERMS

DELIVERY DATE

JOB

UNIT PRICE

LINE TOTAL

SUBTOTAL
SALES TAX
TOTAL

PO is issued as per quote number as referenced above.


Enter this order in accordance with the prices, terms, delivery
method, and specifications listed above.
Please notify us immediately if you are unable to ship as specified.
Authorized by:

Date:

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EXHIBIT 8.2 PURCHASE REQUIREMENTS BY PRODUCT FORM
A-

Rolled Plate (Shells and rolled Plate Nozzle Reinforcing Pads)


1) Materials: SA-516-70 or SA-516-70 Normalized (SA-516-70N) as specified on Purchase Order.
2) 30 degree outside bevel-no land A/A [Excluding Reinforcing Pads]
3) Longitudinal seam tack-welded using a Welding Procedure Specification that meets all the requirements of ASME Section IX: oneeighth inch weld gap-no land. If the purchase order specifies welding of the longitudinal seam that manufactures Partial Data Report
must be supplied for this item.
4) Must conform to ASME Section VIII, Div.1 paragraphs UG-79 and reference paragraph or UHA-44 when applicable.
5) All ASME Code required material markings must be accurately transferred to this item or, if a coded marking system is used to
maintain traceability to the original Code required markings and material test report for formed items, the coded marking system
must be accepted prior to confirming this order.
6) Material test reports must be supplied for this item(s).
7) This item(s) must meet the ASME Section II,_____Edition-____ Addenda material specification, and general specifications
applicable to the product form.

B-

Formed Plate (Heads and Formed Plate Nozzle Reinforcing Pads)


1) Materials: SA-516-70 or SA-516-70 Normalized (SA-516-70N) as specified on Purchase Order.
2) 2:1 Semi Ellipsoidal, 2-Inch Straight Flange.
3) 30 degree outside bevel-no land A/A [Excluding Reinforcing Pads]
4) Must conform to ASME Section VIII, Div.1 paragraphs UG-79 and reference paragraph or UHA-44 when applicable.
5) All ASME Code required material markings must be accurately transferred to this item or, if a coded marking system is used to
maintain traceability to the original Code required markings and material test report for formed items, the coded marking system must
be accepted prior to confirming this order.
6) Material test reports must be supplied for this item(s).
7) This item(s) must meet the ASME Section II,_____Edition-____ Addenda material specification, and general specifications applicable
to the product form.

C-

Rolled Plate (Skid Material and Rolled Plate Saddle Pads or Wear Plates)
1) Materials: SA-516-70 or SA-516-70 Normalized (SA-516-70N) as specified on Purchase Order.

2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
D-

30 degree outside bevel-no land A/A [Excluding Saddle Pads or Wear Plates]
Longitudinal seam tack-welded using a Welding Procedure Specification that meets all the requirements of ASME Section IX: oneeighth inch weld gap-no land. [Excluding Saddle Pads or Wear Plates]
All ASME Code required material markings must be accurately transferred to this item or, if a coded marking system is used to
maintain traceability to the original Code required markings and material test report for formed items, the coded marking system must
be accepted prior to confirming this order.
Material test reports must be supplied for this item(s).
This item(s) must meet the ASME Section II,_____Edition-____ Addenda material specification, and general specifications applicable
to the product form.

Pipe
1)
2)
3)
4)

Materials SA-106B seamless pipe or SA-333 Gr.6 seamless pipe as specified on Purchase order.
Material test reports must be supplied for this item(s).
For cut lengths all markings required by the material specifications must be accurately transferred to this item.
This item(s) must meet the ASME Section II,_____Edition-____ Addenda material specification, and general specifications applicable
to the product form.

E-

Flanges and Fittings


1) Materials: SA-105 or SA-105 Normalized to Supplementary Requirements S-2 (SA-105N), SA-234-WPB, SA-350-LF2, or SA-420WPL as specified on Purchase order.
2) Fitting design must be registered with ABSA for this item(s). Canada Registration Number(s) must be available upon request.
3) Material test reports must be supplied for this item(s).
4) This item(s) must meet the ASME Section II,_____Edition-____ Addenda material specification, and general specifications applicable
to the product form.
5) Unless otherwise specified all Pipe Flanges and Flange fittings shall be in accordance nwith ASME B16.5(_____).
6) Unless otherwise specified all Factory- Made Wrought Steel Buttwelding Fittings shall be in accordance with ASME B16.9(_____).
7) Unless otherwise specified all Forged Fittings, Socket-Welding and Threaded shall be in accordance with ASME B.16.11(_____).

F-

Welding Consumables
1) All welding consumables mus conform to the SFA specification and AWS classification listed on purchase order.

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EXHIBIT 8.3 COLOR CODE CHART

COLOR CODE FOR PLATE PIPE & FITTINGS


PLATE MATERIAL
SA-36
CSA G40-21 44W
CSA G40.21 50W
SA516-70N
QT-100
QT-400

COLOR CODE
RED
WHITE
GREEN
ORANGE
YELLOW
BLUE

PIPE MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS

COLOR CODE

PAINT CODE

DISC

E164

Plate
Plate
Plate
Plate
Plate
Plate

DIE STAMP

DISC

WHITE
YELLOW

0
1
2
3
4
4N
5
6

Fitting
Fitting
Pipe
Fitting
Fitting
Fitting
Pipe
Pipe

COLOR CODE

DIE STAMP

DISC

GREEN

7
8
9
10

SA/A 420 WPL 6


SA/A 350 LF2
SA/A 333 GRADE 6
SA/A 234 WPB
SA/A 105
SA/A 105N
SA/A 106 GRADE B
SA 53B (ERW)

BLUE

SS MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS
SA 312-304L
SA 240-304L
SA 479-304 NON PRESSURE
SA 182-304

Other materials will have a color stripe as determined by the QCM. Each length of pipe will have a
continuous stripe of the designated color.
Each piece will be die stamped with indicated letter or digit code.

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SERIAL NUM.

VERIFIED
THICKNESS
/ PRODUCT

DIAMETER

QUANTITY
[Note: The markings required by the material specification are described in the material specification and the general specification for the
product form]

RECORD OF ACTUAL CODE REQUIRED MARKINGS

MATERIAL RECEIVING REPORT

SUPPLIER

P.O.
NUMBER

JOB
NUMBER

Initials

Date

EXHIBIT- 8.4 MATERIAL RECEIVING REPORT

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9.

EXAMINATION AND INSPECTION

9.1

This section describes the system of inspection and examination required to verify that fabrication
has been completed in accordance with ASME Code and this Quality Control Manual.

9.2

The QCM is responsible for the examination and inspection program. His duties include:
a. Initiating a job file, which includes the Travel Sheet, drawings, calculations, MTRs,
certificates of compliance, NDE reports, Heat Treatment instructions, welder records,
Manufacturers Data Reports, CRN acceptance letter and a photocopy of the name plate.
b. Initiating a Travel Sheet (Exhibit 9.1) for each job and presenting it to the AI prior to the start
of the job so that AI may indicate his / her hold and inspection points. Work shall not proceed
beyond an established hold point until the AI has released the hold by signing the Travel
Sheet.
c. Notifying the AI reasonably in advance of any hold points.
d. Performing any examination functions specified on the Travel Sheet. Signing/dating each
function when is completed.. Welders symbols for specific joints shall be recorded, and
visual examinations of fit-up and for type-one-joint verification shall be documented by
initial to indicate completion or verification, and acceptance.

9.3

In addition to the examination and inspection functions on the Travel Sheet, the QCM will ensure
that:
a. All applicable material is identified on the Travel Sheet with specifications and heat numbers
and that these heat numbers are transferred and remain traceable throughout construction.
b. The material contains no visible scars or defects.
c. MTRs are available for all plate material, pipe and fittings used for vessel shells and
additional components as required by the customer.
d. Alignment tolerances are maintained during construction.
e. Weld details are correct.
f. Non-destructive examination is performed in accordance with Section 12 of this Quality
Control Manual and the Code.
g. Heat treatment charts comply with instructions.
h. The correct hydrostatic test pressure is applied.

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9.4

The QCM shall prepare the Manufacturers Data Report, the AB-25.

9.5

The QCM will verify that the nameplate stamping information is complete and correct in the
Nameplate format (Exhibit 9.3). After the hydrostatic test has been witnessed by AI, and accepted,
the QCM will certify the Manufacturers Data Report and present it along with the nameplate to the
AI for acceptance and signature on the Manufacturers Data Report.

9.6

The QCM is responsible for ensuring that the completed nameplate is installed on the correct vessel.
Prior to installing the nameplate, the vessel serial number on the nameplate will be verified as
matching the serial number which is die stamped on the vessel shell, or nameplate bracket.
Note: Manufacturers Data Reports shall not be changed or altered after they have been signed by
the QCM and the AI. If errors are found, a corrected Manufacturers Data Report must be completed
and certified.

9.7

The QCM will distribute the Manufacturers Data Report to:


a) The AI
b) The customer or designated agent
c) The job file
d) The jurisdiction where the vessel will be located (if other than Alberta).

9.10 The AI or the AI Supervisor, reserves the right to audit this program at any time where Code work is
in progress.

APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS/FORMS
Travel Sheet,
Sample Nameplate,

Exhibit 9.1
Exhibit 9.3

ABSA FORMS
Manufacturers Data Report, for pressure vessel AB-25

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EXHIBIT 9.1 TRAVEL SHEET (FRONT)


DO NOT START CONSTRUCTION WITHOUT AI REVIEW
AI REVIEW:

TRAVEL SHEET REVISION NO.:

REVIEW DATE:

SERIAL NO.:

JOB NO.:

VESSEL TYPE:

DRAWING NO.:

DWG. REVISION NO.:

TRAVEL SHEET INITIATION BY:

Seq.

Comments

Item

1.

Calculations in File

2.

Release of Appd Dwg.

3.

Materials Examined

4.

Heat Numbers Recorded

5.

MTRs Checked

6.

WPS(s) Checked

7.

Welder(s) Qualified

8.

Thicknesses Verified &


Recorded

9.

Shell(s) & Head(s) Fit-up


Inspection

10.

Nozzles & Fittings Fit-up


Inspection

11.

Nozzle Orientation

12.

Nozzle & Flange Rating


Checked

13.

Impact Tests

14.

Internals Checked

15.

Final Internal Inspection

16.

Weld Sizes Checked

17.

Welder I.D. Checked

18.

Final External Inspection

19.

Radiography

20.

Other N.D.E.

21.

Final Ext. Prior to


P.W.H.T.

22.

PWHT Chart Checked

23.

Hydrostatic Test

24.

CRN Drawing

25.

N.C.R. #

26.
27.

Nameplate Stamping
Manuf. Data Report
Completed & Verified

28.

Nameplate Installation

29.

Hold Points Established

QCI

Date

AI Hold
Points

AI

Date

Owner

Shell Side
Tube Side

Shell
Side

Gauge #

Tube
Side

Gauge #

CRN#

The AI shall be presented with the Travel Sheet prior to construction so that he can designate additional inspection points and/or Hold Points.
Any revisions shall be marked with a delta symbol with revision number and described at the bottom of this page.
* Denotes an A.I. Inspection Point ** Denotes an A.I. Hold Point

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EXHIBIT 9.1 MATERIAL SHEET


MATERIAL THICKNESS VERIFICATION AND IDENTIFICATION
Description

Thickness

Material Spec. &


Grade

Heat & Plate Identifier


or I.D. Number

(BACK)

WELD I.D. / WELDER SYMBOLS / FIT-UP


Weld
I.D.

Welder
Symbol

Fit-Up
Exam.

Weld
I.D.

Shell #1

Shell #2

Shell #3

Shell #4

Shell #5

Shell #6

Head #1

Head #2

Head #3

Fit-Up
Exam.

Verify
Type 1
Joint

Head #4
L

Boot #1 Shell

C
C

Boot #1Head

Boot #2 Shell

C
C

Boot #2Head

Cone

ATTACHMENT AND / OR NOZZLE MATERIAL THICKNESS VERIFICATION AND IDENTIFICATION


Mark

Welder
Symbol

Mat. I.D.

Neck

Fitting

Flange

Repad or Attachment

WELDER SYMBOLS / FIT-UP


Cat. B

Cat. C

Cat. D

Spec.-Grd.
Thk./Rating
Heat# or ID
Spec.-Grd.
Thk./Rating
Heat# or ID
Spec.-Grd.
Thk./Rating
Heat# or ID
Spec.-Grd.
Thk./Rating
Heat# or ID
Spec.-Grd.
Thk./Rating
Heat# or ID
Spec.-Grd.
Thk./Rating
Heat# or ID
Spec.-Grd.
Thk./Rating
Heat# or ID

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Pad OD

EXHIBIT 9.3 NAME PLATE

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10

WELDING

10.1

This section describes the system for controlling Welding Procedure Specifications, welding
operations and welder/welding operator performance qualifications to ensure compliance with the
ASME Code.

10.2

The QCM is responsible for control of all Welding Procedures Specifications (WPS). His duties
include:

a. Reviewing the job specifications, prior to the start of construction, to verify that WPS have been
qualified in accordance with ASME Code and registered with ABSA for the work to be performed.
b. Ensuring that WPS requirements are detailed on the drawings.
c. Ensuring that WPS are detailed on WPS Index and Essential Variable Summary (Exhibit 10.1).
10.3

The QCM is responsible for developing and qualifying new WPS. His duties include:
a) Writing the WPS or delegating this to a qualified consultant.
b) Supervising the welding of the test coupon by Welders employed by Allied Vessel Fabrication
Ltd. to ensure that it conforms to the WPS.
c) Recording the test data on the Procedure Qualification Record (PQR).
d) Subcontracting the testing of the coupons to a recognized material testing laboratory.
e) Reviewing the results and certifying the PQR.
f) Submitting the WPS and PQR with the test results to the ABSA in duplicate, for registration.

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10.4

The QCM is responsible for the welder/welding operator performance qualification testing and the
maintenance of Welder / Welding Operator qualification records. Additionally the QCM shall
instruct, assign and supervise Welding/Welder Operators. His duties include:

a. Verifying that welders have valid performance qualification card, issued by a Certified Welding
Examiner and have qualified to Allied Vessel Fabrication Ltd.s WPS prior to start of work and
assigning a welder to a specific work, based on the Welder/Welder Operator qualification records
and Welders Log (Exhibit 10.2).
b. Maintaining a Welders Log detailing the process each welder is qualified for, essential variables,
date of expiry of this PQ card (performance qualification card) and weld symbol assigned.
c. Supervising the welding of the test coupons and preparing and certifying the Welders Performance
Record (QW 484 A/B or equivalent) for all welder/welding operators performance tests.
d. Ensuring that welding procedure requirements are followed and that copies of WPS (Welding
Procedure Specification) are available to welders.
e. Visually examining all completed welds.
f. Ensuring that each welder is assigned a welder symbol and welds after completion are identified
with the welders symbol once every 3 feet (0.9 meters) of weld. When die stamping of the ID
symbols is prohibited by Code, the welders ID for each weld shall be recorded on a shop copy of the
drawing and the QCI shall transfer this data to a copy of the drawing that is retained in the Quality
Control Job file. The welder symbol can be reassigned after six months.
g. Ensuring that all tack welds are made using WPS qualified to ASME Code Section IX, tack welds if
left in place are done by welders qualified to ASME Code Section IX. Tack welds done by
subcontractors shall be completely removed.
h. Verifying tack welds which are not completely removed are properly prepared for incorporation into
the final weld and examined visually for defects; if found defective they will be completely
removed.
i. Ensuring that all weld repairs to materials are referred to AI for acceptance prior to the repair.
j. Updating the Continuity Log (Exhibit 10.3) by recording within the specified interval, when each
welder or welding operation uses a welding process.

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10.5

A Welder or Welding Operator shall be re-qualified whenever any of the following criteria exists.
1) He has not welded using a process he is qualified for a period of six months or more.
2) Whenever, for a specific reason, the QCM or the AI may require re-qualification.
3) Whenever there is a change in any of the Welders essential variable.

10.6

The Purchasing Manager is responsible for ordering welding consumables based on inventory levels.
His duties include:
a) Verifying that all Purchase Orders for welding consumables specify SFA specifications and AWS
classifications.
b) Issue purchase order as per Section 8.3

10.7

The Shipper/Receiver is responsible for receiving welding consumables. His duties include
a) Verifying that welding consumables are identified with the correct SFA specifications and AWS
classifications.
b) Sign Purchase Order and Pack Memo, initial and date all boxes.

10.8

The Shop Manager is responsible for:

a) Ensuring that low hydrogen and alloy electrodes are kept in heated storage in accordance with the
Electrode Manufacturers specifications (typically between 200 F and 300 F) after the container
seal is broken.
b) Ensuring that welders are issued with sufficient electrodes for no longer than two hours work period
and that electrodes removed from the oven for more than four hours will not be used for Code work;
those electrodes will be placed in a container marked: NON - CODE.
c) Ensuring that submerged arc welding flux is stored in accordance with the manufacturers
recommendation Hoppers, and temporary storage containers if used, shall be labeled to indicate the
type of flux they contain.
10.9

The AI shall have the right, at any time, to call for a witness re-qualification
tests of the Welding Procedure Specification or any Welder / Welder Operator.

APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS/FORMS
WPS Index and Essential Variable Summary, Exhibit 10.1
Welders Log,
Exhibit 10.2
Continuity Log,
Exhibit 10.3

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W.P.S.
Process &
Identifier & Weld Deposit
Revision No. Thickness

Base Metal
Thickness
Range
PWHT

Impact
Tested &
Temp.
P No.

Position

WPS Consumables

Comments

WPS INDEX & ESSENTIAL VARIA

EXHIBIT 10.1 WPS INDEX & ESSENTIAL VARIABLE


SUMMARY

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SYMBOL

PROCESS
/METHOD

BASE
METALS

FILLER METAL
F NUMBER(S)
BACKING

MINIMUM
OD (In)

DEPOSIT
THICKNESS
(In)
POSITIONS

UPHILL /
DOWNHILL

CORED /
SOLID
INSERT BACKING GAS

GTAW
CURRENT

GMAW EXPIRY DATE P.Q.


X-FER
CD.

WELDERS LO

EXHIBIT 10.2 WELDERS LOG

WELDERS
NAME / FILE
NUMBER

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EXHIBIT10.3 CONTINUITY LOG


CONTINUITY LOG
WELDERS NAME
FILE NUMBER

SYMBOL

PROCESS
/METHOD

YEAR:
JAN. - MAR.

APR. - JUN.

JUL. - SEPT.

OCT. - DEC.

Note: There must be confirmation of welding process use (i.e., continuity) in every three-month period in
order to ensure that a six-month gap in continuity has not occurred

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SECTION 11 NONCONFORMITIES

11

NON-CONFORMITIES

11.1

This section describes the system for identifying, documenting and resolving non-conformities
found at receiving, construction, examination or testing.

11.2

A non-conformity is any condition, which does not meet the requirements of the Code, job
specifications or this Quality Control Manual. Repairs to weld metal that are identified by planned
quality control examination shall be completed in accordance with the Code, this Manual, and the
job specifications but need not be documented on a Non-Conformity Report (Exhibit 11.1). .

11.3

Any non-conforming material found the QCM will decide if the item is to be rejected (e.g. by
returning to the supplier) or if the item is to be reworked or repaired to bring it into conformance. If
a decision is made to repair the material or item, a repair procedure will be developed. This repair
procedure shall be approved by the QCM and the method and extent of the repair must be accepted
by the AI before the start of the repair, by signature and date on the Non-Conformity report
disposition section. The QCM shall prepare additional inspection functions on the Travel Sheet when
applicable.

11.4

When non-conformity is found during construction an immediate hold shall be placed on that portion
of work affected, and the QCM shall be informed immediately. The non-conformity item will be
identified with a Hold Tag (Exhibit 11.2).

11.5

The QCM will prepare a Non-Conformity Report with details of the non-conformity and a hold
notation shall be made on the Travel Sheet listing the Non-Conformity Report number. All proposed
Non-Conformity Report dispositions shall have QCM approval. The Designer shall approve all
proposed dispositions involving design changes. The Designer will prepare revised design
calculations and drawings as outlined in Section 7 of this Manual. After receiving the specified
approvals, all Nonconformity Reports indicating design changes, repairs, re-work, material
substitution, or use as is dispositions shall be submitted to the AI for acceptance of the proposed
disposition.

11.6

During any repair or re-work the QCM will ensure that the specified examinations are completed,
and that the AI is notified sufficiently in advance of any additional inspection or hold points.

11.7

The Hold Tag shall only be removed after the non-conformity has been resolved to the satisfaction
of the QCM, AI and the Owners Inspector, and they have indicated acceptance by signing off the
Non-Conformity Report and Travel Sheet when applicable.

11.8

The Non-Conformity Report shall be retained in the job file and in a separate Non-Conformity
Report File. The QCM will periodically review all the reports and indicate corrective action if
required.

APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS/FORMS
Nonconformity Report, Exhibit 11.1

Hold Tag,

Exhibit 11.2

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EXHIBIT11.1 NONCONFORMITY REPORT


NCR #

NONCONFORMITY REPORT
JOB NUMBER:

SER#

DESCRIPTION OF NONCONFORMANCE:

SIGNATURE OF ORIGINATOR:

DATE:

PROPOSED DISPOSITION:

DESIGNER APPROVAL:

DATE:

QCM APPROVAL:

DATE:

AUTHORIZED INSPECTOR ACCEPTANCE:

DATE:

OWNERS INSPECTORS ACCEPTANCE:

DATE:

NONCONFORMANCE RECTIFIED:

DATE:

QCM APPROVAL:

DATE:

AUTHORIZED INSPECTOR ACCEPTANCE:

DATE:

0005

NCR #

0005

NONCONFORMITY REPORT
JOB NUMBER:

SER#

OWNERS INSPECTORS ACCEPTANCE:

DATE:

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EXHIBIT 11.2

HOLD
DO NOT USE
SIGNATURE:
DATE:
JOB NO.:
THIS ITEM OR PART IS NOT TO BE
USED FOR THE REASONLISTED ON
THE NONCONFORMITY REPORT:

NONCONFORMITY REPORT NO.:

WHEN THE NONCONFORMITY HAS


BEEN RESOLVED IN ACCORDANCE
WITH SECTION 11 OF THE QUALITY
CONTROL MANUAL THIS TAG MAY
ONLY BE REMOVED BY THE QUALITY
CONTROL DEPARTMENT

HOLD TAG COLOR RED

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12 NONDESTRUCTIVE EXAMINATION
12.1

This section describes the system of ensuring that nondestructive examination are completed in
accordance with the Construction Code and ASME Code Section V as referenced by the applicable
Construction Code.

12.2

The QCM is responsible for appointing all NDE subcontractors. His duties include:

a)

Reviewing the subcontractors personnel qualifications and certifications, Written Practice and NDE
procedures that are approved by a Level III Examiner for compliance with the Code and the latest
Construction Code accepted Edition/Addenda of SNT-TC-1A. He shall ensure that these are
available to AI at his request.

b)

Certifying that all personnel performing NDE shall be qualified and certified in accordance with
their employers written practice and appointing, using the Certifying Statement and Appointment
Letter (Exhibit 12.1) kept on file, the NDE Subcontractors Level III Examiner to act as the Level III
Examiner for Allied Vessel Fabrication Ltd. There shall be evidence that the Level III Examiner has
accepted the appointment.

c)

Ensuring that all examinations are done under the supervision of a Level II or Level III Examiner.

d)

Ensuring that all interpretations are done by a Level II or Level III Examiner.

e)

Ensuring and certifying on the Certifying Statement and Appointment Letter that all qualified NDE
procedures for Code required Ultrasonic Examination (UT), Magnetic Particle (MT), and Liquid
Penetrant (PT) are demonstrated to the satisfaction of the AI prior to use. Any change in NDE
procedure essential variables shall require re-qualification of the procedure and demonstration to the
satisfaction of the AI prior to the use of the revised procedure.

12.3

The QCI is responsible for liaison with the NDE subcontractor. His duties include:
a) Reviewing the qualifications of the NDE Examiners for conformance to this Quality Control
System.
b) Notifying the NDE Examiners of NDE requirements

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12.3

c) identifying the welds to be examined.


d) Maintaining traceability of reports to their locations on the vessel by stamping the weld number
on the vessel or by recording on a weld map or as built drawings and retain in job file.
e) Reviewing and accept all NDE reports and radiographic film by signature and making these
available to the AI for review and acceptance.
f) Filing all NDE reports and forwarding these to the QCM when the job is completed.

12.4

The AI may require re-qualification of NDE Personnel or procedure for cause.

APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS/FORMS
Certifying Statement And Appoint Letter, Exhibit 12.1

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EXHIBIT 12.1 CERTIFYING STATEMENT


AND APPOINTMENT LETTER

I have reviewed the:


Written Practice
(Edition Number and Revision Number of Written Practice)
NDE Procedures
(Method and Edition Number and / or Revision Number of Written Procedures)
And personal certification records and vision
Examination records of all examiners that will perform
NDE at Allied Vessel Fabrication Ltd.
For:
_____________________________________________________________________________________
(Name and Address of NDE Company)
It is my opinion that the specified NDE procedures are in accordance with ASME Section V Requirements as referenced by the
applicable construction Code and that the Written Practice complies in all respects with the requirements of the construction
Code accepted Edition/ addenda of SNT-TC-1A. Based Upon my review of the above referenced documents I hereby certify
that personnel performing and evaluating NDE have been qualified and certified in accordance with their employers written
practice and that the demonstration of the procedure(s) to the satisfaction of the AI, as required by the ASME Code, Section V,
paragraph T-150, has been completed as specified within the (Name of Company) written Quality system.
Therefore:
_________________________________________
(Name of NDE Company)

are hereby appointed


to perform

______________________________________
(RT, UT, PT, MT, ET, VT, and or LT)

For:
______________________________________________________________________________________________________
(Name of the Manufacturer)
Appointment of Level III Examiner
_________________________________________is by this statement appointed to act as the Level III Examiner on behalf of:
(Name of Level III Examiner)
_________________________________________ in the following methods: _______________________________________
(Name of the Manufacturer)
(RT,UT,PT,MT,ET,VT, and/orLT)
_________________________________________
(Signature of QCM

(Date)

________________________________________
(Appointment Expiry Date)

Level III Examiner Acceptance of Appointment


I hereby accept the appointment as indicated above

________________________________________

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13

HEAT TREATMENT

13.1

This section describes the procedure that will be used to ensure that heat treatment is performed in
accordance with Code and job specifications.

13.2

Heat Treatment of Code items will be subcontracted.

13.3

The QCM will review and accept the subcontractors facilities and written procedures and ensure
that the furnace instrumentation is properly calibrated. The acceptance and approval of facilities and
procedures shall be documented on a copy of the subcontractors procedures that are maintained on
file.

13.4

The QCM will issue the written Heat Treatment Instructions (Exhibit 13.1) to the subcontractor
specifying holding time, holding temperature, heating rate, cooling rate, and any special instructions.

13.5

The QCI will ensure that all items to be sent out for heat treatment are properly identified by die
stamping or heat resistant marker.

13.6

The QCI will notify the subcontractor when the vessel is ready for heat treatment and will review the
procedures used by the subcontractor.

13.7

After completion of heat treatment, the QCI will inspect the vessel for proper identification and any
damage, and review all time temperature charts for legibility and compliance with written
instructions. The charts will be identified with the vessel (or item) serial number and shall be signed
and dated by the subcontractors representative and the QCI.

13.8

The QCI will file the instructions and time temperature charts in the vessel file which will be made
available for the AI for review.

APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS/FORMS
Heat Treatment Instructions, Exhibit 13.1

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EXHIBIT 13.1 HEAT TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS


HEAT TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Heat Treatment Company__________________________ P.O.___________
Vessel Description________________________________ Job#___________
Diameter____________ Length______________________ Weight_________
Shell Thickness_____________________ Head Thickness_______________
1) Temperature to be raised from_____F to______ F (_____C to_____C)
at a maximum rate of __________F (___________C) per hour divided
by the maximum metal thickness of the shell or head in inches.
2) Temperature to be held at ________F plus_______F, minus_________F
(at______C plus______C, minus_______C) for_________minutes.
3) Temperature to be lowered from__________F to____________F
(_______C to_______C) at a max. rate of _____F (_________C) per hour divided
by the maximum metal thickness of the shell or head in inches.
4) Additional requirements___________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
Heat Number:_____________________________________________________
Operators signature_____________________
Date__________________
QCM___________________________
Date__________________
***************************************************************************************************************
Comments:_____________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________

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SECTION 14 MEASURING AND TESTING EQUIPMENT

14.

MEASURING AND TESTING EQUIPMENT

14.1

The purpose of this section describes the control and calibration of measuring and testing equipment
to ensure Code compliance.

14.2

The QCM is responsible for the control of measuring the test equipment. His/Her duties include:
a. Ensuring that all gauges and recorders are identified with a serial number and calibration
date.
b. Maintaining calibration records pertaining to measuring and test equipment which will
include a list of all measuring and test equipment for Code use, and an Equipment
Calibration Log (Exhibit 14.1) and calibration reports for each item. (Pressure gauges must
be calibrated against a dead weight tester that has a calibration record, traceable to National
standard.) The maximum interval between calibrations shall be twelve months. If the item
has not been used since the last calibration, the QCM upon satisfactory examination of the
gauge will change the calibration date to one year, from the date of use.

14.3

The QCI is responsible for the use of test equipment. His/Her duties include:
a) Examining the equipment for visible damage and calibration status.
b) Recording the date of first use of equipment after calibrations, on the Equipment Calibration Log.
c) Ensuring that the range of the gauge is between 1.5 and 4 times the test pressure.
d) Returning all equipment to the storage area after the test.
a) Identifying any equipment that requires recalibration.

14.4

Code items that are inspected or tested with measuring and test equipment found to be out of
calibration shall be re-inspected or re-tested, and documented as nonconformity in accordance with
Section 11 of this Quality Control Manual.
a) In the event the Code Item has left our possession, the QCM would notify the owner of the
nonconformance and the item would be re-inspected or retested, and documented in accordance
with Section 11 of this Quality Control Manual.

APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS/FORMS

Equipment Calibration Log, Exhibit 14.1

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EQUIPMENT CALIBRATION LOG
EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION:
IDENTIFICATION NO.:
Calibration Date

Calibration Record Verified

Calibration Requirements And Instructions:

CALIBRATION INTERVAL:
Date of First Use

Calibration Expiry Date

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SECTION 15 PRESSURE TESTS

15

PRESSURE TESTS

15.1

This section describes the system for conducting all pressure tests including hydrostatic, pneumatic,
services and leak. Pneumatic test procedures will be submitted to ABSA Design Survey Section for
acceptance prior to testing. (See Exhibit 15.1 for guidelines for pneumatic test procedure).

15.2

The QCM is responsible for the implementation of this system in accordance with the
following procedures:
a)

All hydrostatic tests performed in the shop/field will be undertaken with maximum regard to
personnel safety. All unauthorized personnel will stay clear of the area where the test is being
performed.

b)

The AI will witness the hydrostatic test.

c)

Air will be vented from the vessel as it is filled.

d)

The metal temperature should be at least 30 F above the MDMT but not exceed 120 F for
ASME Code Section VIII Division 1 pressure vessels.

e)

The pressure will be increased gradually to the test pressure as stated on the accepted drawings
and held
1) for a minimum of 15 minutes for an item without nozzle reinforcing pads, or
2) for a minimum of 60 minutes when the item has nozzle reinforcing pads.

f)

Following the application of the hydro test pressure an inspection shall be made of all joints and
connections. This inspection shall be made at a pressure not less than required by the applicable
construction Code. The pressure will be held for a sufficient time for the AI to complete the
inspection

g)

Two pressure gauges will be used. They will be graduated to no less than 1.5 times and no more
than 4 times the test pressure.

h)

Results of all pressure tests, including a record of pressure gauges used, shall be documented on
the Travel Sheet and the Hydrostatic Test Report (Exhibit 15.2)

APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS/FORMS
Guidelines for The Preparation of Pneumatic Test Procedure, Exhibit 15.1
Hydrostatic Test Report
Exhibit 15.2

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EXHIBIT 15.1
GUIDELINES FOR THE PREPARATION OF PNEUMATIC TEST PROCEDURE
Due to the large energy storage in compressed gas and hence the potential hazard of a sudden release of this
energy, pneumatic testing should be avoided if at all possible.
The testing procedure has to be submitted to the ABSA for acceptance before any testing can be carried out.
The testing procedure must be accompanied by detailed justifications why a standard hydrostatic test is not
feasible.
In addition to strict adherence to the respective Code Sections (e.g. ASME Section VIII Division 1, Para
UG-100 or ASME B 31.3, Para 345.5), the testing procedure should contain as a minimum the following
information:
1)

List of all personnel within the testing area and designated personnel in charge of testing.

2)

Test boundaries of the pressure system with specified maximum pressure x volume (PV) limits,
including listings of piping and/or equipment to be included in the test.

3)

Test site preparations and related precautions undertaken including removal of unauthorized
personnel, isolation of test site, etc.

4)

Test media, pressure source and pressure and temperature ranges of testing.

5)

Provision of Safety Relief Valves which must be sized to handle the maximum output of the pressure
source to avoid excessive testing pressure.

6)

Material specification involved in the test. For materials whose resistance to brittle fracture at low
temperature has not been enhanced, test temperature above 60 F (16 C) may be considered in
reducing the risk of brittle fracture during a pneumatic testing.

7)

Exposure of all joints including weld joints, threaded/flanged connections, etc. All post-weld heat
treatment shall be completed. Should a piping system be tested, all equipment and pressure vessels
shall be disconnected from the piping or isolated by blinds or other safe means.

8)

Method of testing with details of pressure steps, holding time inspection

9)

Precautions taken to prevent gas expansion temperature drop and thermal stresses due to temperature
gradients.

10)

Reference should be made to the Canadian Registration Numbers (CRN) of the system/vessel to be
tested.

methods etc.

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Exhibit 15.2
ALLIED VESSEL FABRICATION LTD.
HYDROSTATIC TEST REPORT
DATE

SERIAL NUMBER(S):

JOB NUMBER:

VESSEL(S) DESCRIPTION:

HOLDING TIME @ TEST PRESSURE:

GAUGE SERIAL #(S) + CALIBRATION DATE:

RESULTS + COMMENTS:

DATE
Signature of QCM

DATE
Signature of Owners Inspector.

DATE
Signature of AI

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16

REPAIRS AND ALTERATIONS SHOP/FIELD

16.1

This section describes the system for controlling the repairs and alterations of pressure vessels. All
other sections of this Manual apply except as modified below.

16.2

All repairs and alterations shall be in accordance with Alberta Safety Codes Act and Regulations.

16.3

The QCM will develop a written procedure for all repairs and alterations containing as minimum the
following information:
a) Vessel description
b) Year built
c) (A) number
d) CRN number
e) Original Manufacturer
f) Owners name
g) Location of vessel
h) Detailed description of the repair/alteration procedure
i) Weld details
j) Welding procedure number
k) Material used (specification number, grade, size)
l) NDE requirements
m) PWHT requirements
n) Pressure test requirements
The Boilers and Pressure Vessels Repair and Alteration Report, (AB-230) may be used to detail the
repair/alteration procedure when suitable.

16.4

The QCM shall obtain acceptance of the repair or alteration procedure from the AI and the owners
approval before starting work. The AI may require that the repair procedure be submitted to Design
Survey Section of ABSA for acceptance.

16.5

The QCM will ensure that copies of the latest repair/alteration procedure and instructions are
provided to all personnel responsible for the repair/alteration.

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16.6

If the vessel is still under warranty, the QCM will contact the owner to obtain acceptance of the
proposed work from the manufacturer.

16.7

For alterations, the Designer will prepare detailed design, calculations and drawings in accordance
with applicable Code Section. The QCM will submit the alteration procedure, design calculations
and drawings to the Design Survey Section of ABSA for acceptance prior to starting work.

16.8

Material for the repair/alteration shall be ordered in accordance with Section 8 of this Manual.

16.9

Examination and inspection will be in accordance with Section 9 of this Manual. The QCM will
develop for each repair/alteration the Repair/Alteration Inspection Checklist (Exhibit 16.1) and
present it to the AI prior to the repair for his/her hold and inspection points.

16.10 When required by the AI, an identification plate will be attached to the vessel, adjacent to the
original name plate with the following information:
a) Name of repair/alteration organization
b) Date and description of repair/alteration
c) MAWP and MDMT
d) Job number
e) CRN number
f) Original MFG Name & Original Vessel S/N
16.11 Non-destructive examination shall be performed according to the applicable ASME Code Section
and Section 12 of this Manual.
16.12 Heat treatment shall be in accordance with the applicable ASME Code Section and Section 13 of this
Manual.
16.13 The repaired/altered vessel shall be hydrostatically tested as indicated on the Repair/Alteration
Report unless specifically exempted by the AI.

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16.14 Upon satisfactory completion of the repair/alteration, the QCM will complete and certify the Boilers
and Pressure Vessels Repair/Alteration report (AB-40) and present it to the AI for his acceptance.
16.15 The QCM will assign a separate job number and file for each repaired / altered item.
The file will contain the following information:
a. Drawings
b. Calculations
c. Repair/alteration procedure
d. Purchase Order
e. Material Test Reports
f. NDE records
g. Heat treatment records
h. Repair/Alteration Checklist
i. Boilers and Pressure Vessels Repair and Alteration Report with Manufacturers Partial Data
Reports
j. Non-conformity Report
k. Nameplate stamping facsimile

APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS/FORMS
Repair / Alteration Inspection Checklist, Exhibit 16.1

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EXHIBIT 16.1 REPAIR/ALTERATION INSPECTION CHECKLIST


Boiler Vessel Title

Manufacturer / Serial
Number

AI Review:

Alberta (A) Number

Review Date

Indicate Sequence Numbers and Hold Points Which Are Applicable By *

Se
q.

Operations

Repair/Alteration Procedure
Accepted by Authorized Inspector
and Owner

Welding Procedure Specifications


Registered for Welding to be done

Welders Have Valid Alberta P.Q.


Card for work to be done

Cracks MT/PT check after removial

5a

Material to be used - check


against PO/Drawing
material identified with corrected
SA/SB specifications and
examined
for
defects

5b
5c

material test reports checked


against specifications

6a

Fit Up Shell courses -flush


patches -heads

6b
6c
7
8
9
10
11
12

tubesheet/shell-firetube

13

Comments

ABSA
Insp

Owner
Insp.

nozzles & fittings


Radiographic Examination
Ultrasonic Examinmation MT/PT
Internal Visual after welding
External Visual after welding
Heat Treatment
Hardness Test
Hydrostatic Pressure Test

14

Alternative Test (Specify)

15

Alberta Repair/Alteration Form AB40 complete


Repair/Alteration Nameplate
Attached

16

Hold Points

Rep
Org

OUTLINE SKETCH
(Record Welders Symbols and
Heat No.'s ) Attach Separate
Sketch if required

Gauge
No.'s

MATERIAL USED IN REPAIR / ALTERATION


Item
Mat.'l
Plate
Thk.
Sch.
Spec
&
Head
Heat
&
Plate
#
Shell/Patches
Heads/End
Tubesheet

Rating

Firetube
Nozzles
Fittings
Flanges

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SECTION 17-RECORD RETENTION

17

RECORD RETENTION

17.1

This section describes the records that will be maintained in accordance with Code requirements and
this Manual as stated in scope.

17.2

The QCM will ensure that the following records (as applicable) are maintained in the job file, for a
minimum of five (5) years.

a) Manufacturers Data Report with attachments


b) Manufacturers Partial Data Report with attachments.
c) Design specifications for design and field construction of pressure piping systems (AB-96)
d) Drawings, design calculations and any applicable proof test records in the CRN File
e) Pressure Piping Data Reports (AB-83)
f) Material Test Reports and/or material certification
g) NDE reports
h) Heat Treatment instructions and heat treatment time-temp charts
i) Physical test reports (CVN, hardness, etc.)
j) Nonconformity report and Dispositions
k) WPSs and PQRs as recorded on the construction drawing in the WPS File
l) Post Weld Heat Treatment Records
m) Hydrostatic Pressure Test records
n) Material lists, spool lists, purchase orders generated by Allied Vessel Fabrication Ltd.
o) As built drawings
p) Travel Sheet
q) Completion of Construction Form (AB-81) for piping
r) Repair/Alteration Form (AB-40) for repairs and alterations
s) Repair/Alteration Inspection Checklist.
t) PhotoCopy of Name Plate
u) Repair Procedures and Records not as defined in Section 16

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17.3

Radiographic film may be disposed of after the Manufacturers Data Reports are signed and
accepted by the AI.

17.4

Records documenting Welder / Welder Operator performance qualification and the continuity of
those qualifications shall be maintained by the QCM for as long as the qualifications remain valid,
and for a minimum of three years after the qualifications have expired or the Welder / Welder
Operator have left the employment of Allied Vessel Fabrication Ltd.

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18

AUTHORIZED INSPECTORS

18.1

The purpose of this section is to describe the provisions made within this Quality Control Manual to
allow the AI and the AI Supervisor to perform their duties in accordance with the Code and the
Alberta Safety Codes Act.

18.2

The QCM is responsible for liaison with the AI who is an employee of the ASME accredited
Authorized Inspection Agency which is ABSA.

18.3

Allied Vessel Fabrication Ltd. shall arrange for the AI and the Authorized Inspector Supervisor to
have free access to such parts of all plants as are concerned with the supply or manufacture of
materials for Code items, when so requested. The AI and the Authorized Inspector Supervisor shall
be permitted free access, at all times while work on Code items is being performed, to all parts of the
facility and field sites (including subcontractors) that concern the construction of Code items and to
all documentation related to the construction of Code items.

18.4

A controlled copy of this Quality Control Manual will be available on site for the use of the AI.

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SECTION 19-PRESSURE PIPING

19

PRESSURE PIPING

19.1

The purpose of this section is to describe the system for controlling the construction, repair,
alteration or replacement of pressure piping systems. All other sections of this Quality Control
Manual shall apply for pressure piping, except as modified below.

19.2

All pressure piping construction, repair, alteration or replacement shall be in accordance with the
Safety Codes Act, and the ASME piping Codes B31.3 as applicable. ASME Code Boiler External
Piping is not within the scope of this quality system.

CONTRACT REVIEW
19.3

The General Manager shall review the contract / order before acceptance to ensure that requirements
are adequately defined. When requirements are inadequately defined there is no written contract /
order, the General Manager shall contact the client to ensure requirements are stated and agreed
upon, and shall record the information in the job file. He/She will ensure that;
a) the scope of work is defined, including the applicable ASME Code and service (for example
ASME Code B31.3 service category),
b) when drawings are provided by the owner, that owner has approved the drawings for
construction,
c) when drawings are provided by the owner, that the material list including ASTM / ASME
material specification numbers, grades, schedules, classes and sizes (as applicable), is provided,
d) the required Welding Procedure Specifications (owner or contractors) are specified and qualified
for the job,
e) the degree and type of NDE and type of pressure test is defined, and responsibility for these
requirements is assigned,
f) the responsibility for quality control functions is defined,
g) the responsibility for material procurement is defined,
h) the responsibility for registering the drawings of the pressure piping system exceeding an
aggregate internal volume of 500 liters (18 cubic feet) with ABSA has been assigned, and

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i) Allied Vessel Fabrication Ltd. has the capability to meet all contract / order requirements.
j) The lot sizes are established

NOTE: The General Manager shall make the owner aware that under the Alberta Pressure
Equipment Safety Regulations (PESR) paragraph 11(1), the owner must have the Authorized Quality
Control Program for the scope of work if the owner assumes responsibility for Quality Control
functions such as material receiving inspection, material traceability, Welder supervision and
Welders records, control of N.D.E. on site, conducting pressure tests, and preparing quality control
records. If the owner does not have an Authorized Quality Control Program for any of these
functions, the General Manager shall make the Owner aware that all requirements of this quality
system must be met. The Owner should also be made aware that the design of a pressure piping
system constructed for use in Alberta must be registered when the aggregate internal volume of the
piping, that is not exempt from PESR requirements by PESR paragraph 4(2), exceeds 500 liters [see
PESR paragraph 14(1)].
DRAWINGS, DESIGN CALCULATIONS AND SPECIFICATION CONTROL
19.4

Design drawings, calculations and specifications shall be prepared in accordance with the ASME
B31.3 Piping Codes. These may be prepared by the Owner or by a subcontracted engineering firm
experienced in ASME pressure piping design. Spool drawings may also be prepared by Allied Vessel
Fabrication Ltd. when others do not supply these.

19.5

The Designer is responsible for the following functions:


a)

Reviewing the customers specifications to ensure that the piping system can be designed and
constructed in accordance with B31.3 Code.

b)

Preparing design calculations and design drawings in accordance with the B31.3 Piping Code.

c)

Reviewing and approving the design drawings and design calculations by signature and date.

d)

Verifying that the design drawing contains the following information;

1) material description including ; material specification, grade, dimensions, schedule, type and
rating,

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19.5
2)

design pressure and maximum / minimum design temperature of system, and if


applicable, ASME Code B31.3 service category,

3) nondestructive examination and extent (i.e. random, 100% )


4) test pressure and medium,
5) heat treatment temperature and holding time if applicable,
6) construction details, supports, etc.,
7) Welding Procedure Specification information (e.g. WPS Numbers / electrode
classification) and welding details for each weld, and
8) any additional job requirements.
Spool Drawings
e)

Reviewing and approving for construction, any spool drawings prepared by Allied Vessel
Fabrication Ltd. from owners design specifications and drawings.

Drawing and Specification Distribution


f)

19.6

Maintaining a Drawing Index listing the drawing title, number and revision, copies issued
and the name of person to whom they were issued.

The Designer shall be responsible for verifying that the design drawings and specifications have
been submitted in duplicate to the ABSA Design Survey department with the General Engineering
Requirements for Design and Construction of Pressure Piping Systems form (AB-96) and Design
Registration Application form (AB-31) for the system that exceeds 500 liters in aggregate internal
volume of pressure piping that is not exempt from PESR requirements by PESR paragraph 4(2). If
the design documents are to be submitted by the owner, the Designer shall request written
verification of the design registration from the owner (e.g., copy of the registered AB-96 form). For
piping systems exempt from PESR requirements by PESR paragraph 4(2) or 500 liters or less in
aggregate internal volume when not exempt, the submission of designs for registration is not
mandatory; however all pressure piping systems must comply with the requirements of the
applicable Code of construction. All design drawings for pressure piping systems that exceed 500
liters in aggregate internal volume of pressure piping that is not exempt from PESR requirements by
PESR paragraph 4(2) shall be stamped by Registered Professional Engineer.

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19.7

19.8

If the owner has not prepared design specifications, and the piping system meets the following
criteria;
a)

new piping system when the aggregate internal volume of piping that is not exempt
from PESR requirements by PESR paragraph 4(2) is 500 liters or less, or

b)

repairs or alterations to existing piping systems, when aggregate internal volume


of piping that is not exempt from PESR requirements by PESR paragraph 4(2) is 500
liters or less, then the Designer shall prepare a Pressure Piping Specification Sheet
(Exhibit 19.1) to fulfill the specification requirements of Par.19.4 & 19.5. The
Designer shall obtain approval of these specifications from the Owner before
construction.

The QCM is responsible for the control of all documents and drawings. His / Her
duties include:
a)

Releasing all drawings by stamping (or writing) ISSUED FOR CONSTRUCTION


on the drawing, and initialing/dating each drawing.

b)

Obtain written approval from owner before making any proposed changes.

c)

Initiating a Job File and ensuring that all design specifications, owners material lists,
P.O.s etc. are kept in this file, and each item is identified with the job number.

Job File

Drawing and Specification Distribution


d)

Issuing drawings, specifications, Welding Procedure Specifications, P.O.s material


lists and applicable quality control forms to each Quality Control Inspector.

e)

Recalling and destroying all superseded documents. Alternatively, these may be


marked VOID and kept in Job File.

f)

Obtaining the owners approval for any revisions, and submitting the final as built
drawings to the owner along with all pertinent records

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19.9

The QCI shall be responsible for the handling of drawings, specifications and
documents at job sites. His / Hers duties include:
a)

Maintaining job file(s) at site containing drawings, specifications, Welding Procedure


Specifications, P.O.s material lists and applicable quality control forms and
documents. Issuing drawings and specifications to site personnel. Collecting and
marking VOID or destroying all superseded documents.

b)

Forwarding the job file to the General Manager when the job is complete.

MATERIAL CONTROL
19.10 All material shall be controlled as per Section 8 of this Quality Control Manual except as modified
below.
NOTE: All material receiving, identification / verification and code requirements defined in this section,
and Section 8, also apply to Owner supplied material. When the owner supplies material, it shall be
checked by the QCI upon receipt against the Owners Material list.
19.11 Any proposed material substitution must be approved in writing by the Owner and Designer of the
pressure piping system. Revised drawings and specifications shall be prepared and issued in
accordance with this section of the Quality Control Manual.
19.12 The QCI is responsible for the receiving and storage of material at site. His /
Her duties include:
a) Checking all incoming material against the Purchase Order / Owners material list, and packing
slip for;
visible damage
correct dimensions, and
3) correct material markings, specification and grade, size, schedule, rating, name
of manufacturer or trademark, etc as applicable.
4) material receiving report
1)
2)

b) Checking MTRS against the material markings and verifying that all material markings match
those described on the MTRS and confirming that the MTRS are identified with the purchase
order number; acceptance shall be indicated by initial and date on the MTR.
c) Segregating and marking acceptable material in accordance with Section 8 and paragraph 19.14
of this Quality Control Manual.

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19.13 Any material / item that does not meet above requirements shall be considered a nonconformity and
shall be processed in accordance with Section 11 of this Quality Control Manual.
19.14 The QCI is responsible for identification and traceability of all material at site.
He / She shall;
a) ensure that the correct color code is provided to site personnel,
b) mark each acceptable pipe for its full length with a paint strip using the color coding
shown in Exhibit 8.2. If required by the owners specifications, an alternate color code
may be used or material specification and grade shall be marked on each piece, and each
cut off prior to cut,
c) verify that the above identification is maintained on each piece of pipe throughout
construction, repair or alteration,
d) ensure piping spools received at site are identified with the line number, spool number or
job number, and that spool lists are supplied with each shipment. (a certified Pressure
Piping Construction and Test Data Report form AB-83] is required)
e) verify that all material left at end of project is fully identified and itemized
WELDING CONTROL
19.15 Welding activities and consumables shall be controlled in accordance with Section 10 of this Quality
Control Manual. Welding tasks shall be assigned by QCI based upon the qualifications documented
on the Welders log that is provided by the QCM.

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EXAMINATION AND INSPECTION SYSTEM


19.16 ASME B31.3 Codes, inspection applies to functions performed by the Owners Inspector; and
examination to functions done by Allied Vessel Fabrication Ltd. It is the Owners responsibility to
provide an
inspector who shall inspect the piping to verify that all examination requirements have been
completed in accordance with the Code and Owners design specifications. Inspection by the Owner
does not relieve Allied Vessel Fabrication Ltd. from the responsibility of performing all
examinations
required by Code, Owners specifications and this Quality Control System.
19.17 The QCM is responsible for the examination program. He / She shall;
a) ensure that each individual assigned to perform quality control functions is competent
and fully understands all applicable requirements referred to in this Quality Control
Manual,
b) issue Quality Control Manuals, Owners specifications, drawings, WPS, quality control
form, ABSA forms, material lists, Purchase Orders, calibration records, and all other
required documents pertaining to the job to the QCI prior to start of work,
c)

review all completed records for compliances with Code, Owners specifications and
this Quality Control System, and

d) forward a certified Pressure Piping Construction and Test Data Report for Piping System
(AB-83) to the owner with any additional records required by the contract.
19.18

The QCI is responsible for the implementing the examination program on site. Under the direction
of QCM, He / She shall;
a)

initiate a Job File, and maintain all applicable records detailed in paragraph 19.21 in this
file,

b) prior to starting fabrication, notify the Owners Inspector of the job and obtain
inspection hold points,
c)

perform all the examinations required by the construction Code. These examinations
shall be documented on the Pressure Piping Examination Checklist (Exhibit 19.2)
Additional examination may be documented on the back of the check list when
necessary.

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19.18

d)

sign and date each function on the Pressure Piping Examination Checklist when all
examinations have been satisfactorily completed,

e)

communicate with the Owners Inspector to arrange for inspection and sign off, when
the inspection hold points are reached,

f)

examine each system after completion and prior to test against design specifications and
drawings using the Pressure Piping Examination Guide (Exhibit 19.3),

g) prepare and certify the Alberta Pressure Piping Construction and Test Data Report (AB83) for all spools and /or completed system constructed by Allied Vessel Fabrication Ltd.
and present the form to the Owners Inspector for his / her certification. Prepare and sign
the Completion of Construction Declaration Form (AB-81) for piping systems over 500
liters in aggregate internal volume constructed by Allied Vessel Fabrication Ltd. Oil &
Gas Inc, or sign the Pressure Piping Specification Sheet indicating completion for piping
systems with an aggregate internal volume of 500 liters or less,
h) verify that the as built drawings have been revised to incorporate all changes and that
the changes have been approved by the Owner, and
i)

forward the Job File, drawings, reports and radiographs to the General Manager.

PRESSURE TESTS
19.19

The QCM is responsible for the implementation and control of this section His /
Her duties include;
a) Preparing the written test procedure for all pressure tests in accordance with the
B31.3 Code, and job specifications.
b) Ensuring that the test procedure is accepted by the Owners representative before test.
c) submitting all proposed pneumatic test procedures to the ABSA Design Survey
department for acceptance before the test.

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PRESSURE TESTS
19.19

d) Distributing the test procedure to site personnel.


e) Witness and document hydrotesting

19.20

The QCI s Duties Include;


a) Notifying the Owners Inspector, reasonably in advance of any pressure test.
b) Witnessing all pressure tests and verifying that the tests were performed in accordance
with the approved procedures and job specifications.
c) Examining the system before the test and after completion using the Pressure Test
Examination Guide (Exhibit 19.4).

RECORD RETENTION
19.21

The QCM will ensure that the following records are maintained in the engineering file,
identified by job number, for a minimum of five years;
a.

design specifications,

b.

Drawings,

c.

Pressure Piping Construction and Test Data Report

d.

Material Test Reports (MTRs)

e.

NDE reports

f.

Physical test reports (e.g., mechanical or hardness tests),

g.

heat treatment records

h.

Nonconformity Reports,

i.

Welders records and weld identification maps,

j.

Welding Procedure Specifications,

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RECORD RETENTION
19.21
k.

pressure test procedures and reports

l.

material lists, spool lists, Purchase Orders generated by Allied Vessel Fabrication Ltd.,

m.

copy of NDE Examiner certificates, and

n.

as built drawings.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR MECHANICALLY ASSEMBLED PIPING


DRAWINGS, DESIGN CALCULATIONS AND SPECIFICATION CONTROL
19.22

Threaded piping shall be designed and constructed within the specific service limitations of
ASME
Pressure Piping Codes B31.3. Repairs and alterations of threaded piping will be completed in
accordance with the Alberta Safety Codes Act and Regulations and, insofar as possible, in
accordance with above Codes of construction. Threaded piping is specifically not permitted under
the following service conditions:

FOR ASME B31.3 Applications


Severe cyclic service conditions (except as
permitted in par. 314.2)
Threaded piping should be avoided wherever
severe erosion, crevice corrosion, or cyclic
loading may occur

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19.23

In addition to the previous conditions, for ASME B31.3 applications, threaded piping shall be
designed and constructed for normal fluid service and Category D fluid service only (fluid service
categories are defined in ASME B31.3, paragraph 300.2).

19.24

The Designer is responsible for the design of mechanically assemble pressure piping systems in
accordance with construction Code requirements and when applicable referencing the mechanical
assembly procedures on the construction drawing. Some specific duties related to mechanically
assembled piping include:

FOR B31.3 APPLICATIONS


a) Verifying that threaded piping layout minimizes stress on joints and that special
consideration is given for stresses due to thermal expansion. Additionally, the Quality
Control Manager shall confirm that there are provisions made to counteract forces that
would tend to unscrew the joints.
b) Ensuring that threaded flanges in which the pipe ends project through to serve as the
gasket surface are used only for Category D fluid service.
c) Verifying the following design requirements, for taper-threaded joints;
(1) that the minimum thickness of male components shall be in accordance with
Table 314.2.1 and its notes as specified in ASME B31.3
(2) female threaded components shall be at least equivalent in strength and
toughness to threaded components listed in Table 326.1 of ASME B31.3 and
otherwise suitable for the service, and

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FOR B31.3 APPLICATIONS


19.24
(3) couplings having straight threads may be used for Category D fluid service only,
and only with threaded mating components.
d) Ensuring that the design and assembly of tubing joints complies with ASME B31.3
paragraphs 315.1, 315.2 and 315.3 and 315.4.
g)

Ensuring that the design and assembly of flanged joints complies with ASME B31.3
paragraphs 312, 335.1 and 335.2.

EXAMINATION AND INSPECTION SYSTEM


19.25

The QCM shall ensure that the applicable Allied Vessel Fabrication Ltd. Threaded Piping
Procedure is referenced on the construction drawing and that the referenced Threaded Piping
Procedure specifies;
a) fluid service or range of fluid service that the procedure is applicable to, applicable pipe
materials, pipe sizes and minimum wall thickness to be used,
b) pipe thread assembly dimensional requirements (e.g., the sample of dimensional
requirements illustrated in Exhibit 19.5 may be appropriately modified to include within
the threaded piping procedure),
c) drill sizes for pipe taps, and
d) type of pipe joint sealant to be used.

APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS/FORMS
Pressure Piping Specification Sheet,
Pressure Piping Examination Checklist,
Pressure Piping Examination Guide,
Pressure Test Examination Guide,
Sample-Pipe Thread Assembly Dimensional Requirements,

Exhibit 19.1
Exhibit 19.2
Exhibit 19.3
Exhibit 19.4
Exhibit 19.5

ABSA Alberta Government (Municipal Affairs) Forms


General Engineering Requirements for Design and Construction of Pressure Piping Systems, AB-96

Design Registration Application, AB-31


Pressure Piping Construction and Test Date Report AB-83
Completion of Construction Declaration Form AB-81

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EXHIBIT 19.1 PRESSURE PIPING SPECIFICATION SHEET


PRESSURE PIPING SPECIFICATION SHEET
(For Construction/Repair/Alteration of Pressure Piping Systems Less Than or Equal to 500 Litres, Aggregate Internal Volume)

Owner:

Contractor
:

Plant Location:
Item
No.

Line
No.

Material List
Mat'l Spec.
Description
& Grade

Design
Pressure

Design
Temp.
Min. / Max.

Corr.
All.

AQP:
Job
Piping Sketch (Reference attached drawings if appropriate)

Sch./
Rating

Code
ASME
B31.3

(use for recording RT Nos. & Welder Symbols)

Service (e.g.,
Normal,
Cat. D, M, K)

Severe
Cyclic
Yes/No

Test
Pressure

Test
Medium

(Note: Pneumatic tests must have prior acceptance from ABSA.)

Welding Procedure Specification Nos:


Numbers:
Line
MT / PT
Radiography
No.
Extent %
Extent %

NDE Contractor:
Post Weld Heat Treatment Time/Temp.:

Hardness
Testing

Ultrasonic - Other NDE


Description / Extent %

Other Requirements

Post Weld Heat Treatment Yes/N.A.:


PWHT Contractor:

Approved by Owner:

Date:

Approved by Contractor:

Date:

Comments:

WORK COMPLETED AND ACCEPTED (AB-83 completed)


Contractor Signature:

Date:

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EXHIBIT19.2 PRESSURE PIPING EXAMINATION CHECKLIST


PRESSURE PIPING EXAMINATION CHECKLIST
JOB NUMBER:
NO.

FUNCTION

SIGNATURE OR INITIAL
AND DATE
Q.C
INSPECTOR

DRAWINGS: ABSA registration over 0.5 Cu. M. Approved by Owner.


Approved for Construction (signed & dated).

Owners Inspector notified.

Registered Welding Procedure Specifications, Q.C. Manual and Forms


available at site, Job File started.

Welders qualified for WPSs and have valid Performance Qualification cards.
Welders Log completed. WPS reviewed with Welders.

Material checked against P.O., drawings, and specifications. Identification


confirmed. Colour coding applied.

Sample of each Welders work examined, including root spacing, alignment,


cleaning, joint preparation, preheat and electrode control.

Nondestructive Examination completed. Reports and radiographs reviewed,


signed by Level II or III, Radiograph I.D. detailed on drawings.

Visual Examination of all completed welds. Welders I.D. stamped and


recorded on drawings.

Heat Treatment verified and recorded on drawings.

10

Each system checked against specifications and drawings before test.

11

All deficiencies recorded and signed off by Q.C.I. and Owners Inspector
before test.

12

Pressure Test checked. Gauge calibration verified, gauge #s recorded.

13

System checked after test. Deficiencies recorded and corrected.

14

Construction data reports (AB-83) prepared and signed by Q.C.I. and


Owners Inspector.

15

Declaration form (AB-81) submitted to ABSA

16

As built drawings accepted by Owner.

OWNERS
INSPECTOR

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EXHIBIT 19.3 PRESSURE PIPING EXAMINATION GUIDE


PRESSURE PIPING EXAMINATION GUIDE
EXAMINATION PRIOR TO PRESSURE TEST (PUNCHING)
1. Pipe Material; schedule and specification correct.
2. Flanges; ratings, schedule and material specification correct.
3.

Fittings; tees, return bends, reducers, couplings and weld-o-lets etc. Correct schedule and
material specification.

4. Valves; identification Manufacturers name tag, etc., correct.


5.

Valves; installed correctly, flow direction, accesses, rising stems free from obstructions,
clearance for removal adequate.

6. Lubrication fittings, drains, etc., installed as required.


7.

Bolts, Studs, Nuts; length and material correct. Studs at least flush with heads (max.
Thread exposure beyond nut should be about 2 threads)

8. Gaskets are correct type, material, size, etc.


9. All welding satisfactory and traceable to Welders symbol.
10. Seal welding complete - threads covered.
11. All attachment welds satisfactory.
12. All N.D.E., heat treatment complete, records filed.
13. Guide anchors and shoes required installed correctly. (High temp. lines)
14. Line supports adequate - supports to be checked against drawings.
15. Spring hangers - correct type, correct installation.
16. Lines have adequate allowance for expansion.
17. Bellows type expansion joints - correct type, pressure rating and correct installation.
18. Required cold spring applied.
19. Orifice runs have specified straight length of pipe - located correctly etc.
20. All deficiencies recorded on Punch List.

QCI Signature:

Date:

Q.C. INSP.

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EXHIBIT 19.4 PRESSURE TEST EXAMINATION GUIDE


PRESSURE TEST EXAMINATION GUIDE
PRESSURE TEST PREPARATION
1. All punch list items corrected.
2. Test blinds correct thickness.
3.

All items which could be damaged by test isolated or removed (control valves, pressure relief
valves, instruments, expansion joints, etc.)

4. Equipment with internals (e.g., filters) that could be damaged is isolated as required.
5. Vents and drains correctly installed.
6. Open and Closed position of all valves verified.
7. Shipping bars in place - bellows.
8. Hanger stops in place.

PRESSURE TEST COMPLETION


1. All temporary blinds (blanks) removed.
2. Temporary gaskets changed for correct gaskets.
3. Temporary supports removed.
4. Shipping bars removed from bellows.
5. Spring hanger stops removed - cold setting checked.
6. Pressure Relief Valves UV or V symbol and correct set pressure and capacity installed.
7.

Safety valve vents are correct size - adequately supported - drain holes and or weather
hoods installed.

8. Screens for pumps and compressors installed (initial start-up and permanent screens).

QCI Signature:

Date:

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EXHIBIT 19.5 SAMPLE - PIPE THREAD ASSEMBLY DIMENSIONAL


REQUIREMENTS

ASME STANDARD, B1.20.1 TAPER PIPE THREAD DIMENSIONS

Because of the taper, a pipe can only screw into a fitting a certain distance before it jams, unlike threading a
nut on a bolt. The standard specifies this distance, the effective thread (F). It also specifies another distance,
the engagement, which is the distance the pipe can be screwed in by hand without much effort. For
workers, instead of these distances, it may be more convenient to know how many threads (i.e., turns) to
make by hand and how many with a wrench (e.g., provided in the two right columns in the table below).
The table shows the distances and number of turns called for in the standard. A tolerance of plus or minus
one turn is allowed. All dimensions are in inches except for columns specifying number of threads.
NOMINAL
PIPE
SIZE
(NPS)

NUMBER
OF THREADS
PER INCH

O. D.
OF PIPE
D

1/8
1/4
3/8
1/2
3/4
1
1-1/4
1-1/2
2
2-1/2
3
3-1/2
4

27
18
18
14
14
11.5
11.5
11.5
11.5
8
8
8
8

.405
.540
.675
.840
1.050
1.315
1.660
1.900
2.375
2.875
3.500
4.000
4.500

MINOR DIA.
LENGTH OF
PITCH DIA. AT
AT SMALL
EFFECTIVE
START OF EXT.
END OF
THREAD,
THREAD E
PIPE *1
EXTERNAL F

0.3339
0.4329
0.5676
0.7013
0.9105
1.1441
1.4876
1.7265
2.1995
2.6195
3.2406
3.7375
4.2344

.36351
.47739
.61201
.75843
.96768
1.21363
1.55713
1.79609
2.26902
2.71953
3.34062
3.83750
4.33438

.2639
.4018
.4078
.5337
.5457
.6828
.7068
.7235
.7565
1.1375
1.2000
1.2500
1.3000

Example Hand Engagement plus Wrench Makeup Lengths not


necessarily equal to Length of Effective Thread

LENGTH OF
ENGAGEMENT
TIGHTENED
BY HAND

WRENCH
MAKEUP
LENGTH

0.180
0.200
0.240
0.320
0.340
0.400
0.420
0.420
0.436
0.682
0.766
0.821
0.844

0.111
0.167
0.167
0.214
0.214
0.261
0.261
0.261
0.261
0.250
0.250
0.250
0.250

*1 Minor Diameter at Small End of Pipe - given as information for use in selecting tap drills.

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WRENCH
TIGHT
MAKEUP
THREADS THREADS

4.86
3.60
4.32
4.48
4.75
4.60
4.83
4.83
5.01
5.46
6.13
6.57
6.75

3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
2
2
2
2

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SECTION 20- CONSTRUCTION OF FITTINGS

20

CONSTRUCTION OF FITTINGS

20.1 The purpose of this section is to describe the special procedures and controls for the construction and
inspection of small vessels and registered category H pressure fittings in accordance with Alberta Safety
Codes Act and Regulations, and CSA B51.
20.2 Category H pressure fittings will be manufactured in accordance with this written quality system
with the following additions and/ or exceptions:
a. The Controller will complete the Statutory Declaration (AB-41) for all items that qualify as
pressure fittings, and submit this document in triplicate along with a Design Registration
Application (AB-31) to ABSA Design Survey. Before the manufacturer of pressure fittings
for installation in other jurisdictions, the applicable jurisdiction should be contacted to
determine requirements for design and construction.
b. If the design is the property of the customer, then the QCM must obtain a copy of the
registered Statutory Declaration for the item and confirm that it meets the specifications
indicated. The QCM will conform that a CRN has been issued in accordance with the
requirements of CSA B51.
c. ABSA Design Survey may require that unusual designs be proof tested in accordance with
ASME Code Section VIII, Division 1, paragraph UG-101. The QCM shall arrange to have
these tests witnessed by the AI. The test will be documented on a Proof Test Report, which
will be signed by the QCM and the AI at testing to the results of the testing.
d. A Travel Sheet (Exhibit 9.1) shall be initiated for each fitting or concurrent batch of pressure
fittings manufactured. The QCI is responsible to initiate Travel Sheet and Material Sheet and
sign off all applicable inspection tasks as they are completed.

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e. Category H pressure fittings that are not miniature pressure vessels will, as a minimum be
marked in accordance with specification MSS SP-25. Where possible the full identification
and marking shown in the example below will be die stamped in the fitting or on a nameplate
attached to the fitting (if corrosion allowance affects the pressure rating of the fitting then the
rated corrosion allowance will be a part of the marking):

CRN
MAWP
PSI
MDMT
-20 DEG.F
YEAR BUILT

SN
AT
AT

DEG.F
PSI

With 1/16 inch C.A

f. Miniature Pressure Vessels registered as category H pressure fittings (eg. Strainers,


separators etc.) will be identified with a name plate (Exhibit 9.3) or through direct stamping
in compliance with ASME Code Section VIII Division 1, Paragraph UG-116 with the
addition of the CRN number. The ASME Code stamp shall not be applied to vessels.
g. A CSA B51 Manufacturers Data Report for Miniature Pressure Vessels (AB-24) shall be
used to document the compliance of miniature pressure vessels registered as category H
pressure fittings. When this form is used to document pressure fitting compliance there is no
requirement for a Certified Individual to sign the Manufacturers Data Report for miniature
Pressure Vessels.
h. The QCM will distribute the Manufacturers Data Report to;
(1) the user or his designated agent,
(2) the job file
20.3 The AI or the AI Supervisor reserves the right to audit this system for Code compliance, at any time,
while code work is in progress.
APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS/FORMS
Travel Sheet,
Material Sheet (Back)
ABSA Alberta Government (Municipal Affairs) Forms
Statutory Declaration AB-41
Design Registration Application, AB-31

Exhibit 9.1
Exhibit 9.1

Threaded Pipe Procedure


1.

Do your pre shift check


a.
Check all material
b.
Check tools to be used
c.
Inspect threading machine
i.
ii.
iii.
iv.
v.
d.
e.
f.
g.

2.

Oil level
A visual check-Is maintenance up to date, last oil change is still current
There is a proper oil flow to Dies
Check Dies- if there are Burrs or Noticeable wear
Replace if necessary

Read both P&ID & BOM to assure proper material is being used
Double check Heat numbers are recorded on all fittings to be used
Inspect pipe and fittings for internal obscurities, and/or external damage
Use only PTFE Pipe Joint Tape (Jet Lube Product) and Threaded Sealing Compound TF-15
(Jet Lube Product TFE)

Thread A
a.
b.

Test nipple to assure Dies and all other threaded components are in good working order
Check threads on test nipple to see if they are acceptable
i.

c.
d.
e.
f.

Screw hand tight into fitting, depending on size use Exhibit 19.5 Dimensional
Requirements

Measure the cut: There are many different ways to take pipe measurements.
Mark the cut: Using your tape measure, mark the pipe to be cut to the correct length with a
suitable marker, such as a paint stick.
Cut the pipe
Ream the pipe
i.
ii.

When pipe has been cut to length, remove all burrs, External burrs (caused by multiwheel cutters) prevent the threading tool from starting on the pipe and therefore must
be removed usually with a file.
Internal burrs must be removed. Failure to remove internal burrs:
1. Restricts the bore of the pipe, causing excessive pressure loss;
2. Causes turbulent flow in pipe, which can cause in a water hammer condition
and cause local erosion of the pipe; and
3. Allows

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