BST Gen Cns Mos Aip 10003 10003 00 Pin Brazing Method Statement
BST Gen Cns Mos Aip 10003 10003 00 Pin Brazing Method Statement
BST Gen Cns Mos Aip 10003 10003 00 Pin Brazing Method Statement
Client: OQ
Contractor: Arabian Industries Projects L.L.C
Consultant Name -
PO Number: WO #: 14-220000733-01
A CONSENT TO PROCEED
REVISION RECORD
AMRAN CPSS OQ
DESCRIPTION
REV DATE
PREPARED REVIEWED APPROVED APPROVED
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................... 4
3. DEFINITIONS.................................................................................................................... 4
5.2. RESPONSIBILITIES..........................................................................................................................8
1. INTRODUCTION
Amran Cathodic Protection Systems & Services LLC ( ACPSS) is a leading CP contractor to carry out Pin
Brazing activities at various OQ sites of OQ Exploration & Production LLC.
As a part of cable connection to pipeline crossings, Pin brazing is recommended and a metallurgically
safe method of making electrical connections to carbon steel/DSS pipeline.
Pin Brazing is used to ensure a safe electrical connection to different types of steel structures. This
method is preferred usually because of its minimum thermal effects on the steel because of low melting
of solder (650 °F or 345 °C) & short heating time, fast installation and performance and versatility by the
portable nature of the equipment.
This method statement is applicable for all OQ direct and indirect contracts (Thru Construction
contractors) to Amran LLC for CP scope of work.
Method statement provides the methodology followed for making the cable connections to the pipelines
using the pin brazing technique.
➢ Live line (CS or DSS) crossing the under construction new pipeline.
➢ Live line at grout sleeve location.
➢ Live line at test post location for new cable connection in case found damage.
➢ Well head cable connection if no facility to fix clamp.
3. DEFINITIONS
GENERAL:
TECHNICAL:
ABBREVIATIONS:
TERM DEFINITION
A or Amps Ampere
AC Alternating Current
API American Petroleum Institute
CP Cathodic Protection
DNV Det Norske Veritas
ICCP Impressed Current Cathodic Protection
N/A Not Available
V Voltage
BPS Brazing Procedure Specification
BPQ Brazing Qualification Records
BOQR Brazing Operator Performance Qualification
QA Quality Assurance
QC Quality Control
HSE Health Safety & Environment
PPE Personal Protective Environment
RA Risk Assessment
PTW Permit to Work
TRA Task Specific Risk Assessment
TBT Tool Box Talk
OGC
STANDARD DESCRIPTION
STANDARD DESCRIPTION
STANDARD DESCRIPTION
STANDARD DECRIPTION
As per project requirement, the cable to pipe connections to the existing pipelines/well heads shall be
made using pin brazing technique.
For under construction pipeline the locations are identified during the site survey and approved by UEC3
prior to start of the job.
Location of pin brazing for cable connection repair and grout sleeve location are identified by UIPT team
once approved by UEC3.
The pin brazing shall be carried out as per industrial standards and in accordance with the following OQ
standards and approved brazing Procedure Specification
5.2. RESPONSIBILITIES
Identifying location of pin Site survey report, grout sleeve and cable
CP Engineer
brazing repair location approved by UEC3.
Should be min 4 mm as per Brazing
Contractors Site Procedure Specification (BPS) as per
Pipe thickness verification
QA/QC approved BPS listed in section 5.1 of this
document
Verification of Pins as per Brazing Procedure Specification (BPS)
CP Engineer
pipe materials listed in section 5.1 of this document
In addition to the roles and responsibilities as disseminated generally in the Contract Specific HSE
guidelines, the following activity specific functions shall be carried out.
• Disseminate HSE policies specific to the activities involved and facilitate implementation.
• Coach the team about safe working standards & procedures, generate safe work plans and
steercompliance.
• Ensure that the work is going on as per approved HSE Plan & all control measures are in place.
• Ensure effective maintenance of arrangements for employee participation,consultation &
➢ People engaged in the site activities shall OQ inducted and FTW approved
➢ All works shall be started after availability of authorized Permit to work system.
➢ Use proper PPE (Overalls, Safety Footwear, Safety Helmet, Protective Gloves, Eye Protection dust
mask) while carrying out pin brazing.
➢ Prior to the task TBT shall be conducted explaining the PTW and TRA to the crew members.
➢ Under no circumstances should the pin brazing equipment and its accessories be operated in
explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. The
equipment will create sparks that may ignite dust or fumes. However, if requirement is unavoidable
the Companies Permit to work system shall be followed to work in such atmosphere.
➢ Never operate the equipment when tired, after drinking alcohol, taking drugs, or taking
medication that may make you drowsy.
➢ Necessary arrangements shall be available at the task location to meet expected emergency
conditions.
➢ Do not abuse the cables and connectors and never use the cables for carrying or pulling the
equipment. Always use the optional extension cables when required.
➢ Approved operator with valid card shall be permitted to carry out the activities.
➢ Welfare facility like shaded area & drinking water shall be available at site. No work is allowed in
construction locations between 12.30 pm to 3.30 pm during June, July & August.
The following points shall be taken into consideration for selecting a pin brazing location on an
operating pipeline. The locations shall be prior approved by Contractor and Company CP engineers.
➢ Its recommended that the location shall be minimum 100 mm away from a weld joint heat shrink
sleeve to avoid failure in coating repair.
➢ Its recommended to have minimum spacing of 300 mm between two Pin brazed locations
➢ Should any coating defect or external corrosion found, the location shall be shifted in such a way
that minimum 3 m pipeline is available both up stream & downstream from the pin brazed location.
Equipment with following specification shall be applicable for the all pin brazing to be done on the live
pipelines or new pipelines as per project standards/specifications. The equipment consists of the
following.
Battery Voltage 36 V 36 V
Operated on DC DC
2 3 4 5
11
1
8 6
9 7
10
12
13
14
1 Knob setting as per pin size 2 Port for charging and grinder
3 Socket for Gun Control cable 4 Socket for Gun Power cable
3 5
1 2 4 6
10
11
11 Battery charger
All approvals and consumables shall be available at site prior to commencement of installation activities.
All the applicable variables for pin brazing shall be as approved Brazing Procedure specification as listed
in section 5.1 of this document.
All the brazing operation shall be carried out qualified operator and shall be within the applicable
variables limits as per approved Operator performance qualification Record ACPSS-BPQ-001
Following steps are involved in pin brazing, cable connection and encapsulation.
When pin brazing onto a coated pipeline is required then sufficient coating needs to be removed in order
to accommodate both the earth device and area for the pin braze.
To achieve a successful pin braze connection, the metal surface must then be prepared to a bright clean
finish using grinder to ensure a sound electrical connection between the earth device and the substrate.
Never continuously work the metal such that any wall thickness is reduced and area should suffice
requirement to accommodate pin and magnet.
➢ Load the gun with a brazing pin and ceramic ferrule individually by hand such that they are
both back fully inserted and tight with the palm of your hand.
➢ The legs of the pin holder must be adjusted as necessary to ensure a firm grip of the pin while
maintaining concentricity with the ferrule holder.
➢ The magnetic earth device must be applied to the cleaned surface to ensure a sound
electrical circuit.
➢ The loaded brazing pin on gun/ferrule shall be pressed the against the surface to be brazed.
➢ Apply sustained pressure on the brazing gun so that full contact is made between the ferrule and
the steel surface.
➢ When the operator is ready to braze, he should look well to one side to protect his eyes from glare.
The operator’s stance should be stable to enable this movement to be made without altering the
critical positioning of the gun.
➢ Hold the gun firmly and close the circuit by squeezing the trigger.
➢ After about 2 seconds the circuit is disconnected and the arc will extinguish and the pin or stud will
be shot forward into the molten filler. The gun must be held in place for a further 3 seconds to allow
the braze to set.
➢ Remove the gun by pulling straight off the pipe or substrate in line with the brazed pin, then break
out the ferrule if this is remaining in the ferrule holder. Beware, it may be hot.
If the ferrule is not held against the steel and is in partial contact then the arc can escape out of the gap
and this will result in the side of the pin burning away. This bond must be classed as defective and the
bond reworked.
If during the brazing the operator moves the brazing gun, the pin will not braze to the steel. This bond
must be classed as defective and the bond reworked.
Defective connections can be removed by hammer and any residual matter can be cleaned with grinder.
Arc time too short Excessive current drawn Check gun adjustment
Poor earth connection Reset earth connection
Arc time too long Insufficient current drawn Check gun adjustment
Recharge batteries
Bond falls off when Too short brazing time See above
tested Base metal not clean Thoroughly clean the area to be
enough brazed
Fuse wire stuck in Pin loose in holder Tighten fit of pin holder jaws
contact nipple (BAC) Failure to eject previous Replace contact nipple
fuse wire
Does axle move easily with Pin holder bent Unscrew the front of the gun and
pin and ring fitted (safe Track) replace Pin holder
Brazing pin fails to push Pin is out of line from the Take care not to bend ferrule
into molten braze ferrule due to off center ferrule holder jaws when removing
material holder jaws caused by heavy spent ferrule
removal of spent ferrule Replace ferrule holder
Following tests shall be performed by the pin brazing operator and witnessed to welding QC and
approved by Company representative at site to ensure compliance as per approved BPS. Records of
tests shall be maintained in format ACPSS-BPQ-001
Visual examination of brazed joints shall be carried out for soundness by external appearance, such as
continuity of the brazing filler metal, size, contour, and wetting of fillet along the joint.
The connections shall pass a 500 V megger test before being subjected to any other test. Electrical
resistance of the joint shall not exceed 0.1 Ohm. In case resistance exceeds 0.1-ohm new pin brazing
connection shall be carried out at same location after removal of defective pin without damaging the base
metal.
The connections shall be mechanically tested by tapping the lug with a sharp blow with a 1 Kg hard
rubber headed hammer.
Three connections shall be tested by loading the cable in the direction of lay. The joint shall withstand a
load of 100 kg when tested on an approved tensile testing machine.
Two connections shall be sectioned and etched. The macro sections shall be visually examined under
optical magnification to verify that there is no lack of fusion at the braze. Copper penetration
measurement shall also to be done. The fusion line of the braze shall not be more than 0.5 mm below the
pipe surface. Inter granular penetration of the braze material shall not exceed 0.5mm beyond the fusion
line when examined at 50x magnification.
The macro sections shall be subjected to a hardness survey using a Vickers 5 Kg load (HV5). The
spacing between the impressions shall be 0.5mm and at least two impressions shall be made in the base
material and HAZ on each axis. The maximum hardness shall be 325 HV5. A colour photo-micrograph,
including the hardness survey, shall be included with test results.
The test shall be witnessed by company’s representative and the results shall be submitted for approval.
Pin brazing shall proceed after the written approval has been received for the pin brazing procedure and
the test results.
On satisfactory completion of the testing, the area of the joint and the surrounding coating surface to be
cleaned to ST3 grade. The coating surface shall be thoroughly cleaned of all the traces of conductive
grease and other contaminants using suitable detergent.
The stud shall be cut level with the top of the lock nut and filed smooth to prevent exposure of any portion
of the nut or stud after coating.
1. The cleaned area shall then be dried using a light flame from gas burner (oxy-acetylene welding
or cutting torches shall not be used) and lightly wire brushed to provide a key for the subsequent
coating repair.
2. The prepared area shall be coated with two pack cold setting epoxy compound.
3. A battery-operated holiday detector shall be used to test the coating holidays. The voltage of the
holiday detector should be set to within 20% of the value as per the following expression 5 volts
per micron of coating thickness whichever is higher.:
Where,
V = Testing Voltage in Volts
T = Average coating thickness in mils (0.001 inch)
4. The test results shall be recorded on inspection check sheets
SHEET NO
PROJECT
REPORT NO
OWNER OQ EXPLORATION & PRODUCTION LLC
MAIN CONTRACTOR
C.P. CONTRACTOR AMRAN CATHODIC PROTECTION SYSTEMS & SERVICES LLC.
CHECK LIST
Functional Tag
Material
Name
Approval Validity
DATE
TEST RESULTS
Thickness Visual Megger Hammer Coating Holiday Remarks
as per UT Inspection Test Test repair test
COMPANY
NAME
SIGNATURE
DATE
APPENDIX - A
BLANK FORMATS
General
Client: OQ EXPLORATION & PRODUCTION LLC Contractor : Amran Cathodic Protection Systems & Services L.L.C
Type(s)
(Automatic, Manual,
Machine, or Semi-
Automatic)
Type
Description of brazing
Overlap/
Clearance
Base Metal ( QB 402) LinePipe Details Pin Brazing Filler Metal ( QB403)
AWS classification
Carbon equivalent -CEq
Filler Metal Product Form
(PCM)
Flow
Flow Positions ( QB 407) Permitted Position
Direction
Notes-
1) Brazing Activity shall be carried out only after approval of OQ clearance and the location as specified in approved design document.
2) Pin brazing cleaning shall be ensured without reducing the thicknss of parent pipe less then 4 mm
3) In case of failure of pin braze connection, the surface shall be re cleaned ensuring note -2 and braze connection shall be carried out at same location
4) Magnet shall be placed close to pinbrazing so avoid excess coating removal.
5) After sucessful inpection of braze joint cable connection and encapsulation shall be done as per approved method statement.
6) All equitpment used shall be calibrated.
7) Inspection records as per approved ITP shall be generated and endorsed.
8) Part number of the Pin shall be verifed before Pin Brazing
Amran Cathodic Protection Systems & Services LLC OQ ( Approved for production)
& Services L.L.C
Name
Designation
Signature
Date
BRAZING QUALIFICATION RECORDS (BQR)
Reference: SP 1128, ASME IX & BS 4515
Client: OQ EXPLORATION & PRODUCTION LLC Contractor : Amran Cathodic Protection Systems & Services L.L.C
Type(s)
(Automatic, Manual,
Machine, or Semi-
Automatic)
Joint Design
Description of brazing
Overlap/
Clearance
Base Metal ( QB 402) LinePipe Details Pin Brazing Filler Metal ( QB403)
Chemical Analysis
P Number (Report ref LMMET-1903317/A Rev 0)
AWS classification :
Brazing Time
Arc time less than 2 seconds Atmosphere Type
( QW 411)
Brazing Temperature
Ambient Temperature
( QB 404)
Flow Positions ( QB 407) Flow Direction
Sample details
Electrical Polarity
Recorded Parameters Sample numbers
Requirement INSTRUMENTS DETAILS
during brazing 1-1 1-2 1-3 1-4 1-5 1-6
< 350
DC Current - Amps ( Rated current
output of machine)
Sample numbers
Requirement Test Method Result
Hammer Test 1-1 1-2 1-3 1-4 1-5 1-6
- Using rubber hammer
BRAZING QUALIFICATION RECORDS (BQR)
Reference: SP 1128, ASME IX & BS 4515
Laboratory tests OQ EXPLORATION & PRODUCTION LLC Amran Cathodic Protection Systems & Services L.L.C
Fracture Location
Hardness Survey Test BS
Load Spacing
EN ISO 6507-1:2018/ BS Sample no Method Number of Traverse Max Location A-A' B-B' Result
(Kgf) (mm)
487
Filler thk in
Macro Examination Sample no joint Copper penetration in parent metal (mm) Observation Test Report Number Result
( mm)
We hereby certify that the statements in this record are correct and that the test coupons were prepared, brazed, and tested in accordance with the requirements of Section IX of the ASME BOILER AND PRESSURE VESSEL CODE, PDO SP
1128 & BS 4515
Amran Cathodic Protection Systems & Services LLC OQ
Name
Designation
Signature
Date
BRAZING OPERATOR PERFORMANCE
QUALIFICATION (BPQ)
Equpiment Details:
Machine SI.No.
Manufacturer Type
Type of Brazing
Torch Brazing
Base matel
Material specification
Pipe diameter
Pipe Thickness
Flow Position
AWS classification
F Number
Pin Diameter
Pin Position
Strike out whichever is not applicable
Number of Pins Brazed:
Specimen evaluated By
Approved based on the successful demonstration of Brazing procedure reference ACPSS-BPS-004 (Korrosion Gruppen (KG))
Signature: Signature:
Name: Name:
Desigantion: Desigantion:
Date: Date:
AMRAN CPSS L.L.C OQ EXPLORATION & PRODUCTION LLC
APPENDIX - B
EQUIPMENT MANUAL
BAC
APPENDIX - C
EQUIPMENT MANUAL
SAFE TRACK
Technical specification
Voltage 36V DC
No. of brazings/charge 40-60
Unit weight incl.batteries 13Ah/16Ah 22/25 Kg
Dimensions LxWxH (mm) 280x230x390
Accessories:
High Power batteries, sealed 16 Ah SAFE 8093
High Power batteries, sealed 13 Ah SAFE 8092
Extra box for 16Ah batteries with lid (excl. batteries), SAFE 9320
Extra box for 13Ah batteries with lid (excl. batteries), SAFE 9321
Grinding machine 36 V DC, SAFE 8005
Grinding Pin/Stone SAFE 8025
Carbide burr Type C SAFE 8014
Battery charger, stationary use, SAFE 8049
Battery charger, car use, SAFE 8055
S4-Automatic gun,self adjusted, SAFE 9102
Carrying harness, SAFE 9523
Extension cables 5m. (To extend existing gun 9235/ground 9237/grinder 9338 cables)
Extended cables 4,5m (Replace std cables)
Tool case, SAFE 9524
Rail transport wagon HANDY 2, SAFE 9361
Wheely kit with large rubber wheels, SAFE 9362.
(To be attached on Handy, SAFE 9361)
Angle device for S4 gun. SAFE 9232
Guarantee: Units 12 months, batteries 6 months. Valid only when using original parts, batteries and
chargers supplied or approved by SAFETRACK®. The guarantee will expire if the
equipment was used or has been used with non-original spare parts, consumables or not
used in accordance with the instructions.
Http://www.safetrack.se E-Mail: Sales@safetrack.se
2. Charging the batteries.
Neg. (-)
Pos. (+)
- Connect the battery charger to the grinder outlet on the pinbrazing unit
then to the mains. When removing from charging remove the main first
then from the unit.
- Charging is ready after about 3-5 hours. See the specific instructions for
that charger you are using. Normally is the charger blinking or in any other
way indicating charging completed.
Warning! The charger may not be placed over the batteries while
charging in case of gas formation!
Note: Use only battery charger specially made for pin brazing unit
S30 (36 V DC) delivered or approved by SAFETRACK.
3. Brazing instruction.
- Connect the brazing gun, power and trigger cable to the unit.
- Grind the brazing and earthing area until you have an even and clean
surface.
Move the grinder up and downwards. Even also the surface for the earth magnet.
.
- Attach the earth magnet on the same rail/work piece where the
pinbrazing should be done. Try to attach the magnet within 0,5m from
brazing area.
- Adjust the right pin type, the power will automatically be switched on.
8 mm std. 1
8 mm extra / threaded 2
9,5 mm 3
- Load the gun with brazing pin and ferrule.
- Make sure
to braze in
the top of the
hole when
brazing to a
vertical
surface.
Brazing.
- Hold the gun firmly with both hands as shown and pull
the trigger just once.
The electronic will by it self finish the brazing process.
- Hold the gun in place for 3-4 sec after the brazing while
the braze freezes.
BATTERIES
Check that:
-The cables are tight and intact.
-The terminals are free of oxide.
-The batteries are fully charged.
If you are using extra battery cassette, try to use it as much as the other
and do always keep it fully charged.
PIN HOLDERS
Squeeze the fingers on the pin holder together each time you feel that the
brazing pin goes in too easy when mounting them into the pin holder. This
is important since all the current goes thru the pin holder to the brazing
pin. If they fingers are too loose the pin holder will be damaged and must
be replaced.
EQUIPMENT
-Check the cables from time to time, so damages have not arise.
-Even the contact surface on the ground magnet with a file from time to
time.
In order to perform this trouble shooting you will need: voltmeter, 8 mm and 10 mm spanners,
hexagon spanner 3 mm, 4mm and 5 mm, control instrument to check lift height for S4 pistol.
Optional :- battery load meter.
Brazing gun
S4 Check cables, plugs.
Does axle move easily with pin and ring fitted ?
Are the pin and ring holders bent ?
Unscrew the front of the gun and open carefully.
Smell if there is burning, otherwise clean and replace
Check the lifting height with the control instrument.
Battery Charger Measure with a voltmeter under load that the unit is working
SAFETRACK BAAVHAMMAR AB
L.Mölleberga, 245 93 Staffanstorp, Sweden
Tel. +46 (0)40 44 55 51
Fax. +46 (0)40 44 55 53
E-mail. Sales@safetrack.se
Spare parts for S30 XC electronic
2005-02-23
SAFE 91301
SAFE 91182
fuse 1A
SAFE 91181
fuse 15A
APPENDIX - D
OQ
Work Place Task Risk Assessment Worksheet (OEP-COR-HSE-SAF-FRM-06064-A-01-A)
SITE / 24'' CS PIPELINE FROM PW M/F TO INTERMEDIAT STATION ASSESSMENT TEAM LEADER: Sudheesh ASSESSMENT Ref. No.: AIP TRA 0065 REV 0001
1.Frequent Wash your hands throughly with soap and water for at least 20 seconds after touch a suspected contaminated surface. Adeqaute
water and had soap shall be provided.
2. Cover your mouth when you cough with a disposable tissue or use mask and discard them immediately in a waste bin.
3.Don't wear mask for more than a day (bacteria grows on the inside of your mask if you wear them too long.
4. Avoid coming into contact with people who are sick or share the personal items, food, utensils, cuos &towels.
5. Avoiding close contact with people suffering from acute respirstory infection.
5. if you see someone who is visibly coughing / sneezing / sick Keep your distance 2M to 2.5M will keep you safe from large dropets Isloate sick person and send minstry of
6.Seek medical attention if you are sick especially fever or shortness of breath. health hospital and call Emergency
7. Do not travel if you are sick. number 24945111
1. Spread Of virus Personal human health effect ( 8.Ensure isolation room are adequately ventilated
12 Corona virus (COVID-19) 2.Human to Human P fever, cough, shortness of 4 D P4D 9.Spacial separation of at least 1 meter distance shoud be maintained between each suspect paitent ant others. 2 D P2D Directorate General of Diseases
Transmission breath and breathing dificulties) 10.Ensure appropriate environmental cleaning performed. Surveillance & Control (DGDSC)
11. Social distancing shall be enforce inclduing transportation. National Hotline 92199389
12. Do not report to work when you are experiencing a flu-like symptoms, report immediately to your supervisor for Contractors action. Government MUSCAT Hotline
13. Allow maximum of 3 passengers, including the driver in light vehicles. 90924212
14. Employees commuting by company provided buses shall only occupy 50% of the bus capacity and ensure maintaining a vacant seat
between every two passengers.
15. As per instructions from the Supreme Committee for COVID-19, masks shall be worn in all public places. This includes all OQ assets in
Oman as well.
ASSESSMENT TEAM LEADER: Sudheesh JOB TITLE: Performing Authority APPROVED BY (PRINT NAME): JOB TITLE: