ENGINEERING DESIGN SERVICES FOR IMADAPAPA

FACILITY

INSTRUMENT PHILOSOPHY

14-Oct-17 1.0 Issued for Design A.O S.A O.A

Date Rev. Description Prepared by Reviewed by PM Approval

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................... 4
1.1 Purpose ....................................................................................................................... 4
1.2 Scope........................................................................................................................... 4
1.3 References .................................................................................................................. 4
1.4 Abbreviations ............................................................................................................... 5
2.0 APPLICABLE CODES & STANDARDS ..................................................................... 6
2.1 List of Applicable Codes & Standards .......................................................................... 6
2.2 Order of Precedence.................................................................................................... 6
3.0 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS ........................................................................ 7
3.1 Site Environmental Conditions ..................................................................................... 7
3.2 Terrain ......................................................................................................................... 7
3.3 Ambient Temperatures & Humidity .............................................................................. 7
3.4 Rainfall ......................................................................................................................... 7
3.5 Wind speed .................................................................................................................. 7
3.6 Lightning ...................................................................................................................... 7
3.7 Site Altitude.................................................................................................................. 8
3.8 Dust ............................................................................................................................. 8
3.9 Metering Room (CCR) Environmental Conditions........................................................ 8
4.0 DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND INSTALLATION .................................................... 9
4.1 General ........................................................................................................................ 9
4.2 Tropicalization .............................................................................................................. 9
4.3 Availability and Reliability ............................................................................................. 9
4.4 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) .......................................................................... 9
4.5 Surge Protection .......................................................................................................... 9
4.6 Ingress Protection (IP) ............................................................................................... 10
4.7 Hazardous Area Requirements .................................................................................. 10
4.8 Junction Boxes .......................................................................................................... 10
4.9 Cables........................................................................................................................ 11
4.10 Termination and Wiring .............................................................................................. 11
4.11 Labelling and Identification ........................................................................................ 11

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4.11.1 Instrument Tagging .................................................................................................... 11

4.11.2 Manufacturer’s Nameplate ......................................................................................... 12
5.0 MATERIAL REQUIREMENTS .................................................................................. 13
5.1 General ...................................................................................................................... 13
5.2 Component Materials ................................................................................................. 13
5.3 Material Certification, Traceability and Identification .................................................. 13
6.0 DOCUMENTATION ................................................................................................... 14
7.0 FIELD INSTRUMENTATION ..................................................................................... 15
7.1 General ...................................................................................................................... 15
7.2 Level Instruments....................................................................................................... 15
7.3 Flow Instruments........................................................................................................ 16
7.4 Process Connections ................................................................................................. 16
7.5 Instrument Installation and Mounting ......................................................................... 17
8.0 ELECTRICAL SUPPLY SYSTEMS AND REQUIREMENTS .................................... 18
8.1 Electrical Supplies...................................................................................................... 18
8.2 Earthing and Bonding ................................................................................................ 18
9.0 QUALITY ASSURANCE / QUALITY METERING ..................................................... 19
9.1 General ...................................................................................................................... 19
9.2 Calibration Inspection and Testing ............................................................................. 19
10.0 PAINTING AND PREPARATION FOR SHIPMENT .................................................. 20
10.1 Painting and Coating.................................................................................................. 20
10.2 Preparation for Shipment ........................................................................................... 20
10.3 Transportation ............................................................................................................ 20
11.0 PRESERVATION AND STORAGE ........................................................................... 21
12.0 GUARANTEE ............................................................................................................ 22

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1.0 INTRODUCTION

IMAD intends to upgrade its existing Automatic Tank Gauging System terminal with a view to
maximizing its capacity utilization.

It complements the respective specifications for individual equipment packages and the
datasheets for the field devices on which the specific requirements and design data are listed
in detail. It shall be used in conjunction with the project’s Instrumentation and Metering Systems
Philosophy and other relevant project documents and applicable standards.

1.1 Purpose

This document outlines the general requirements and specifications applicable to all
Instrumentation, Metering and Automation equipment intended for use on the IMAD Apapa
Facility project.

1.2 Scope

This Specification defines the minimum requirements for the application, selection, design,
manufacture, documentation, scope of supply, inspection, installation and testing of
instrumentation and Metering equipment directly installed and intended for use on the IMAD
Apapa Facility project.

It complements the respective specifications for individual equipment packages and the
datasheets for the field devices on which the specific requirements and design data are listed
in detail. It shall be used in conjunction with the project’s Instrumentation and Metering System
Philosophy, Metering System Block Diagram and other relevant project documents and
applicable codes and standards.

Vendor shall notify IMAD by written submission, of any exception to the requirements of this
specification, or conflicts between this specification and other project documents for resolution.

1.3 References

 Instrumentation and Metering System Philosophy

 Metering System Block Diagram

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1.4 Abbreviations

AC Alternating Current

BS British Standards

CCR Central Metering Room

CE European Conformity Marking

DC Direct Current

EMC Electromagnetic Compatibility

FGDS Fire and Gas Detection System

I&CS Instrumentation and Metering System

IEC International Electro-technical Commission

IP Ingress Protection

IPP Independent Power Plant

IS Intrinsically Safe

ISO International Standards Organisation

LCD Liquid Crystal Display

NACE Independent Safety Certification Body

NPT National Pipe Thread

NPS Nominal Pipe Size

P&ID Process & Instrumentation Diagram

PTFE Polytetrafluoroethylene

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2.0 APPLICABLE CODES & STANDARDS

The following codes and standards form a part of this specification. Unless otherwise specified,
vendor / contractor shall use the latest edition of each.

2.1 List of Applicable Codes & Standards

API RP 551 Process Measurement Instrumentation

API RP 552 Transmission Systems
ASME B16.5 Pipe flanges & fittings – NPS ½ through NPS 24 Metric/inch standard
BS EN 60529 Degrees of Protection Provided by Enclosures (IP code)
ISA S50.1 Compatibility of Analogue Signals for Electronic Industrial Process
Instruments
IEC 654 Operating Conditions for Industrial-Process Measurement and Metering
Equipment Parts 1, 3 & 4
IEC 60534 Industrial Process Metering Valves
IEC 60801 Electromagnetic Compatibility for Industrial-Process Measurement and
Metering Equipment
IEC 61508 Functional Safety of Electrical, Electronic, Programmable Electronic
Safety Related System.
DIN 19234 Measurement and Metering; Electrical distance sensors: DC Interface for
distance sensor and signal converters
2.2 Order of Precedence

In the event of conflicts between the above listed applicable regulations, codes and standards,
the following order of priority shall be applied:

 Nigerian National Regulations (Government Legislation)

 This Specification
 International Codes and Standards
 Industry standards
 Vendor codes and working standards

The latest edition of all codes and standards as at the date of issue of this specification shall
apply. Deviations from applicable rules, codes and standards shall be subject to written approval
from IMAD.

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3.0 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

3.1 Site Environmental Conditions

The Project site is located at Lagos State.

The environmental data listed below give an overview of the conditions prevalent over these
locations in general and should be considered in the selection and protection of Instrumentation
equipment.

3.2 Terrain

The Lagos State is flat with dry land. Drainage is on the average, particularly in the wet season
(April - October).

3.3 Ambient Temperatures & Humidity

Mean minimum temperature 25oC

Minimum temperature 18oC

Mean maximum temperature 31oC

Maximum temperature 38oC

Ground temperature 25 - 27.5oC

Black-body temperature 80oC

Relative humidity 100%

3.4 Rainfall

Heavy rainfall can be expected in the wet season during the months of April through October.

Average Annual Rainfall 3800 mm

Mean max. Hourly Rainfall 100 mm

3.5 Wind speed

Design Wind Speed 35.6 m/s

3.6 Lightning

Lightning is infrequent and thunderstorms are rare.

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3.7 Site Altitude

Above water level.

3.8 Dust

During November / February of every year which is the harmattan season, the atmosphere is
laden with extremely fine dust (particle size of ≤ 5 microns), which can penetrate equipment,
block air filters, etc.

3.9 Metering Room (CCR) Environmental Conditions

Temperature: 18-20 oC

Humidity: 35-75%

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4.0 DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND INSTALLATION

4.1 General

All electronic field devices shall be rated for continuous operation at 60°C ambient and 80°C
black body temperature. Electronic field devices not rated for 80°C black body temperature,
shall be provided with sunshades.

4.2 Tropicalization

All electronic components shall be tropicalized by means of hermetically sealed units, protective
coating of printed circuit boards and gold plating of edge connectors.

All field devices, fittings and installation materials shall be suitable for and unaffected by the
indicated climatic conditions.

All equipment shall also be able to withstand these conditions during shipment, storage and
installation prior to commissioning and shall be protected accordingly.

4.3 Availability and Reliability

The design of all Instrumentation and Metering equipment shall be such that failure of any
system component shall have minimal effect on plant operation.

Hardware and software components that have been demonstrated as stable and reliable under
the specified operating and environmental conditions shall be applied. These shall be rugged,
compact and of proven high integrity.

Standard plug-in electronic circuit cards and other easily replaceable units, having
comprehensive self-diagnostic facilities shall be used. This allows first line maintenance to be
by simple replacement of faulty cards or units identified as faulty by self-diagnosis.

4.4 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)

Instrumentation and Metering equipment shall be unaffected by and shall not cause
electromagnetic interference within the limits defined in IEC 60801.

4.5 Surge Protection

Electronic equipment installed within the Central Metering Room shall be protected from
lightning surges.

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All field devices shall be protected with integral surge protectors.

4.6 Ingress Protection (IP)

Field devices shall be protected to IP66 (dust tight and powerful water jets) as a minimum.
Equipment located within the CCR shall be protected to IP54 (dust and splashed water
protected) as a minimum.

4.7 Hazardous Area Requirements

Instrumentation for use in hazardous areas shall be suitable for use in a Zone 1, Gas Group IIB
and Temperature Class T3 application.

For intrinsically safe circuits the correct circuit segregation must be adhered to for field junction
boxes, cables, and cabinets. Outer PVC jackets of IS cables shall be blue colored.

Documentation for intrinsically safe circuits shall comply with IEC-60079 requirements.

4.8 Junction Boxes

Field junction box enclosures shall be constructed from 304 stainless steel. They shall be
supplied complete with rails, terminals, gland plugs, drain plugs, earth bar, earth connection
and mounting facilities.

All seams shall have continuous welds and a rolled lip shall be provided around all sides of the
box opening and three sides of the door opening.

Field termination junction boxes shall be mounted on stainless steel plates firmly fixed on rigid
frames.

All cable entries / glands shall be ISO metric entry thread to BS 3643, with a minimum size of
ISO M20 and shall be provided with suitable shrouds, sealing washers and earth tags.

Brass glands and drain plugs shall be used. Galvanic contact between different assembly
materials shall be prevented with the use of suitable insulation material (e.g. PTFE).

Dimensions and materials of the junction boxes shall be in accordance with standard drawings.

Approved blanking plugs shall be provided for every gland entry that is not used. Each junction
box shall have at least one spare cable entry. A minimum of 20% install spare capacity shall be
available for all cabling and junction boxes at final installation.

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Removable gland plates shall be provided for all cables. Field cables shall typically be side
entry. Top entry shall NOT be used.

4.9 Cables

Instrumentation and Metering cables shall be in accordance with the requirements of the
relevant section of API RP 552 Transmission Systems and IEC60207 Control cables.

4.10 Termination and Wiring

Double banked terminals or densely packed galvanic isolators shall not be used. All cable cores,
including project spares and screens, shall be terminated.

All cables and cable cores shall be identified at both ends with the relevant identification
alphanumeric characters as per the approved tagging procedure for the project.

Trunks shall be sized to be no more than 80% full; this shall include any allowance for spare
capacity.

4.11 Labelling and Identification

4.11.1 Instrument Tagging

All instruments, junction boxes, cabinets, panels and ancillary equipment shall be provided with
identification tags specified as follows:

Plate material laminated plastic

Plate color White

Plate size 120x25x3 mm

Text color Black

Number of lines 2 maximum (first line to specify instrument tag only; second line for
service designation where required)

Number of characters 25 per line max

Character height 5 mm

The installation Contractor shall properly secure the identification tag by means of stainless
steel screws to the instrument support, close enough to the respective instrument for clear and

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unambiguous identification. Tags shall NOT be mounted directly on the instrument. All tags shall
be inscribed in the English language.

4.11.2 Manufacturer’s Nameplate

Field devices shall come equipped with their manufacturer’s nameplates (stainless steel)
permanently attached to the device with the aid of stainless steel screws or rivets. The
manufacturer’s nameplate shall indicate, in addition to the data required by the respective
instrument’s specification, the:

 Manufacturer’s name or trademark (and the Supplier’s name if different)

 Type and model number
 Equipment serial number
 Instrument tag number
 Pressure/temperature rating
 Place of manufacture
 Year of manufacture
 CE marking
 PO number
 Nameplates for panel-mounted instruments shall be in accordance with the
manufacturer's standard.

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5.0 MATERIAL REQUIREMENTS

5.1 General

Materials of construction shall be in accordance with the requirements in the respective

equipment specification and data sheets.

5.2 Component Materials

Where detailed material specifications are not provided for certain parts of the assembly, the
vendor shall select such on the following basis:

 Suitability for the specified process conditions

 Suitability for the specified atmospheric conditions, including corrosive effects
 Galvanic compatibility between dissimilar materials with if necessary the use of isolating
bushes, plates, etc. to prevent corrosion due to galvanic action
 Cast iron and ductile iron shall NOT be used for any item to which this specification
applies
 All proposed plastic components shall be defined in the vendor's quotation together with
any related toxic and fire hazards.
 All spindles, bushings, bolting, screws, etc., shall be manufactured from a suitable grade
of stainless steel or other corrosion-proof material approved by IMAD.
 All brackets and fittings, etc., shall be fabricated from AISI 316 stainless steel.

5.3 Material Certification, Traceability and Identification

All requirements for material certification, traceability and positive identification as detailed in
this specification, shall be complied with.

Vendors are responsible for ensuring that all materials used in the manufacture of their
equipment (including that by sub-vendors) comply with the specification and that all required
documentation and certificates are provided.

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6.0 DOCUMENTATION

Vendor shall provide comprehensive documentation covering all design, configuration, testing,
installation and commissioning phases for the hardware and software to be supplied. These
shall include functional design specifications, drawings, termination schedules, loop drawings,
cabinet layout drawings, power supply arrangements and operating / maintenance manuals.

All components, modules and equipment test certificates shall be compiled and submitted in a
certification manual.

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7.0 FIELD INSTRUMENTATION

7.1 General

All in-line instruments shall comply with the requirements of the piping class or equipment on
which they are installed.

Solenoid valves for gas shut-off shall be capable of operating from a 24Vdc source and shall be
class a direct acting type.

7.2 Level Instruments

 Level transmitters shall be capable of operating on 24Vdc power, provide ModBus

output signal, and be capable of driving a 600 ohm load at 24Vdc in a 2-wire system
 Local level indicators with Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) digital readouts in engineering
units shall be provided for each level transmitter to be located on grade at a height that
is easily readable by an operator of average height.
 Level transmitters’ maximum error shall be ±1% of span or better.
 Level instruments indicating scales shall be 0-100%.
 For storage tanks, radar level measurement techniques shall be utilized.
 Any welding for level instruments shall be full penetration and as per ASME code Section
VIII.
 Mounting accessories for level instruments shall be 316SS or better.
 All level instruments with the exception of radar transmitters shall be provided with piping
isolation valves.
 The drain valves or drain plugs from all level instruments shall be piped into a drain.

7.3 Multivariable Instruments

Multi-function instruments to be considered are:

 Pressure transmitters that provide gauge pressure, differential pressure and

temperature inputs
 Multi-variable transmitters for pressure and temperature compensation of storage
measurements

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7.4 Temperature Instruments

Resistance thermometers and data transmission systems should be intrinsically safe and
suitable for operation in the hazardous area class in which they are located. All storage vessels
which form part of a product stock control or custody transfer procedure shall have at least one
spot temperature measuring instrument in each of the liquid and vapour spaces.

Each tank shall be fitted with a suitable thermometer well. RTDs shall generally be used to
sense all process temperatures from -200°C to +500°C. RTDs shall be wired to integrally
mounted transmitters, to eliminate long runs of special RTD cables and to maintain consistency
of field device wiring, calibration, and control system inputs. RTDs shall be three-wire, 100-ohm
platinum, 316 stainless steel sheathed.

Transmitters shall be utilised for RTD based temperature measurements. As specified above,
temperature transmitters for RTD based measurements shall be line mounted and integral with
the RTD sensing elements.

All temperature transmitters should:

 Be programmable for either thermocouple or RTD input

 Include adjustable damping to smooth out transient signal noise
 Allow range and span to be adjusted without changing electronic components
 Should have isolated inputs and outputs
 Incorporate burnout protection to cause fail safe action of the final control element.
 Loss of input and indication should be upscale for all input types.

Where local temperature indication is required for operator viewing, bimetallic thermometers
with 100mm minimum dial size shall be provided. These shall have multi-angle adjustable
heads, and hermetically sealed stainless steel cases.

7.5 Flow Instruments

Positive displacement meters for liquid level measurement shall be rotary vane type with
mechanical readout and five digit totalizer.

7.6 Process Connections

Instruments shall be locally mounted by direct attachment to the piping root flange by means
the appropriate isolating valve.

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The intent should be to:

 Minimize installation costs by using fewer components

 Reduce potential leaks by minimizing the number of interconnections, hence reducing
loss of inventory to the atmosphere during maintenance

All instruments shall be installed with vent and drain facilities. The drains of instruments shall
be piped to an appropriate closed drain network.

7.7 Instrument Installation and Mounting

All field located equipment shall be readily and safely accessible for operation and maintenance.

In addition to individual requirements for specific types of instruments, instruments shall be

installed such that:

 A good representative measurement of the process condition being monitored is

provided
 They are not subject to vibrations or temperatures that may influence the measurement

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8.0 ELECTRICAL SUPPLY SYSTEMS AND REQUIREMENTS

8.1 Electrical Supplies

The prime source of electrical power to the instrument devices shall be from dual redundant
Uninterruptible Power Supply System (UPS), to be made available at the appropriate voltage
level for field level transmitters and solenoid operated shut-off valve respectively, and for the
Fire Alarm Panel in the CCR.

Metering room power supply:

 230VAC ± 5% uninterruptible power supply, at 50 Hz ± 1%

 Total Harmonic content < 5%

Power supply to field devices shall be 24VDC 12%.

All equipment shall be suitable for operating within these supply voltages / tolerances.

UPS batteries shall be sized to energize the Fire and Gas related devices for not less than five
(5) hours. All necessary and reasonable effort shall be made to optimize power consumption of
instrumentation devices.

8.2 Earthing and Bonding

All equipment, enclosures and screened cables shall be properly earthed in accordance with
the vendors’ instructions to ensure personnel safety and to obtain the maximum possible
immunity to interference.

All earth connections shall be protected against corrosion, which might compromise the earth
resistance.

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9.0 QUALITY ASSURANCE / QUALITY METERING

9.1 General

Vendor shall provide all goods and services under an ISO 9001 quality assurance system.
Quality manuals and associated documentation shall form part of vendor deliverables.

IMAD shall be allowed to perform a quality audit of vendor works at any time before or after firm
purchase order award, to assess vendor’s adherence to the quality manual or quality plan.

9.2 Calibration Inspection and Testing

Vendor shall permit and facilitate inspection of the equipment and systems at all stages during
manufacture by IMAD.

The requirements for Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) at vendor works and for Site Acceptance
Test (SAT) after installation, shall be detailed in the respective specifications for each system
for which they are required.

Transmitters shall be checked with output gauges or meters for smooth and full output range.

Displacer type instruments shall be checked by mechanically raising and lowering of the
displacer and checking the switch action.

Manufacturers shall perform calibration and alignment of all instruments before shipment.

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10.0 PAINTING AND PREPARATION FOR SHIPMENT

10.1 Painting and Coating

Vendor shall propose his standard procedure for painting and coating, in which case the
complete details of this, including surface preparation, paint specification (including details of
each individual coat material and thickness) and application shall be submitted with the
quotation for consideration.

10.2 Preparation for Shipment

Packaging and preparation for shipment shall be in accordance with vendor’s standard
procedures. Vendor shall advise the limitations of imposed by him on shock loading of lifting
eyes / pads for equipment in any direction that may occur during transportation.

All items shall be properly packed and protected from damage during shipment. Each crate,
bag or package shall be clearly identified with the item number and purchase order number,
and shall be securely fastened. Tags and binding wires shall be stainless steel.

10.3 Transportation

Vendor shall ensure that the packaging and protection provided are suitable for both sea
transportation from vendor works to Nigeria, and for land transportation via trucks within Nigeria.

Where required, vendor shall provide all lifting attachments, spreader beams and slings as
necessary.

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11.0 PRESERVATION AND STORAGE

Vendor shall preserve their equipment for transport and storage as necessary. For equipment
and systems where the vendor’s scope of supply extends through site installation, preservation
shall be good for possible extended storage in Nigeria for a period of up to 12 months before
installation on site.

Vendor quotation shall clearly state recommendations for long term storage for both indoor and
outdoor locations in a tropical environment, taking into account the climatic conditions indicated
in 3.0 above.

Where specified in the purchase requisitions, vendor shall make all necessary arrangements
and provisions for storage at all locations, including the vendor’s works, transportation depots,
airports and seaports, and possibly local warehouses within Nigeria until final delivery at the
“Point of Delivery”.

If IMAD requires storage for a longer period due to construction constraints, the requirement will
be advised to the respective vendor.

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12.0 GUARANTEE

The materials, integrity of fabrication / construction, workmanship and satisfactory operation of

a vendor supplied system or equipment, shall be guaranteed for a period of twelve (12) months
after initial issue of acceptance certificate or eighteen (18) months after delivery, whichever
comes first. The guarantee shall include provision of all materials, parts and services free of
charge to rectify any defect that occurs during the guarantee period.

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