VES - 5200

GLYCOL DEHYDRATION PACKAGE

TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGE
1.0

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SCOPE

1.1
1.2

General
Item Definition

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CODES AND STANDARDS

2.1
2.2

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7.0

DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION

3.1
3.2
3.3

4.0

Industry Associations
Applicable Company Standards

Characteristics
Design and Construction
Project Requirements

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INSPECTION AND TESTING

18

4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4

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General
Standard Shop and Factory Tests
Special Tests and Examinations
Final Acceptance Tests

PREPARATION FOR SHIPPING AND STORAGE

19

5.1
5.2
5.3
5.4

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General
Highly Polished Surface
Shipping Removable Pieces of Equipment
Identification and Marking

DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS

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6.1
6.2
6.3

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Proposal
Contract
Pressure Vessels

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WARRANTY

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SCOPE
1.1

General
This Specification covers the minimum technical requirements for the design, manufacture and
testing of a packaged glycol dehydration system suitable for installation at the specified
production site. For a specific dehydration unit, this specification shall be used in conjunction
with the project specification or data sheets for that unit. Any exceptions to the requirements of
this specification shall be submitted in writing for resolution by Company.

1.2

Item Definition
1.2.1

The glycol dehydration package reduces the water present in natural- gas streams to
the content or water dewpoint specified in the project specifications or data sheets.
The absorbent in the dehydration package is trimethylene glycol (TEG) in direct contact
with the gas stream in a trayed absorber tower. The glycol dehydration package is of
the contactor type only and the requirements for glycol injection dehydration are not a
part of this specification.

1.2.2

Depending on the specific project requirements, the glycol dehydration package may
include any of the following equipment.
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1.2.3

Inlet gas filter separator

Glycol/gas contactor
Glycol/gas heat exchanger
Glycol/hydrocarbon flash separator
Glycol/reboiler
Glycol/glycol heat exchanger
Glycol surge/storage vessel
Glycol/filters
Glycol/pumps
Glycol still column and condenser

The glycol dehydration package includes equipment, piping, valves, structures,

instrumentation, electrical equipment, and control systems required for an operable
system.

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CODES AND STANDARDS

The requirements of the latest editions of the following codes and standards shall, except as modified
herein, form a part of this specification:
2.1

Industry Associations
American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
B16.5

Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings

American Petroleum Institute API

RP 520, Part I

Recommended Practice for the Design and Installation of PressureRelieving Systems in refineries - Design

RP 520, Part II

Recommended Practice for the Design and Installation of PressureRelieving Systems in Refineries - Installation

RP 550, Part I

Manual on Installation of Refinery Instruments and Control Systems Process Instrumentation and Control

RP 550, Part III

Manual on Installation of Refinery Instruments and Control Systems Fired Heaters and Inert Gas Generators

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

A105

Specification for Forgings, Carbon Steel, for Piping Components

A106

Specification for Seamless Carbon Steel Pipe for High-Temperature Service

A181

Specification for Forgings, Carbon Steel, for General Purpose Piping

A194

Specification for Carbon and Alloy Steel Nuts for Bolts for High-Pressure and HighTemperature Service

A515

Specification for Pressure Vessel Plates, Carbon Steel, for Intermediate and HigherTemperature Service

A516

Specification for Pressure Vessel Plates, Carbon Steel, for Moderate and LowerTemperature Service

American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)

Section II, Part A

Ferrous Materials

Section II, Part B

Nonferrous Materials

Section II, Part C

Welding Rods, Electrodes and Filler Metals

Section V

Nondestructive Examination

Section VIII, Div. 1

Pressure Vessels

Section IX

Welding and Brazing Qualifications

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National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA)

MG 1

Motors and Generators

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

70

National Electrical Code

Tubular Exchanger Manufacturers Association (TEMA)

Class C Heat Exchangers
2.2

Applicable Company Standards

VES-1000

General Technical Conditions for Tender and Purchase of Equipment and Materials

VES-3200

Structural Requirements for Packaged Equipment Skids

VES-5034

Indirect Fired Heaters

VES-5035

Double Pipe Heat Exchanger

VES-5051

Reciprocating Pumps

VES-5090

Piping Materials

VES-5091

Design Instructions for In-Plant Piping

VES-5094

Fabricated Piping and Inspection

VES-5096

Valve Specification

VES-5120

Unfired Pressure Vessels

VES-5140

Surface Preparation, Painting and Galvanizing

VES-5300

Liquid/Vapor Separators

VES-6000

Installation of Plant Electrical Equipment

VES-6020

Electrical Requirements for Packaged, Skid Mounted Equipment

VES-6100

Induction Motors - 250 Horsepower and Smaller

VES-7110

Installation of Instruments on Packaged Equipment

VES-7115

Local Instrument Control Panels and Consoles for Outdoor Installation

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DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION

3.1

Characteristics
3.1.1

3.1.2

Performance
3.1.1.1

The glycol dehydration package shall operate reliably over the full range of
anticipated service conditions.

3.1.1.2

The glycol/gas contactor shall be capable of achieving the dewpoint

depression required by the project specifications or data sheets. The
glycol/gas contactor shall be capable of operating reliably and efficiently at
throughput rates between 25 and 125 percent of the design inlet gas
flowrate.

3.1.1.3

The design minimum TEG circulation rate shall be 2 gallons per pound of
water to be removed.

3.1.1.4

Foaming as a result of high velocity of the vapor through the tray slots shall
be minimized.

3.1.1.5

The complete package shall be capable of continuous duty with the

package available for operation 99 percent or more of the time.

3.1.1.6

Critical items within the package shall be duplicated to provide 100 percent
functional availability of the item. Designation of items as critical, and
therefore subject to duplication, shall be approved by Company.

Physical Characteristics
The glycol dehydration system may be assembled into separate packaged units as
required in the project instructions. Each packaged unit shall be provided with pad
eyes for lifting and transferring the equipment in a single lift.

3.1.3

3.1.4

Maintainability
3.1.3.1

Valves shall be installed as necessary to bypass and allow removal of

multiple components for maintenance without the necessity of draining or
shutting down the complete system.

3.1.3.2

Equipment shall be oriented on a skid to allow as much space as possible

between pieces of equipment to facilitate maintenance. Adequate space
shall be allowed for access to and maintenance of package components
without removing any major assembly.

3.1.3.3

Piping shall provide proper flexibility and ease of accessibility for thorough
cleaning and maintenance.

Environmental Conditions
The glycol dehydration package shall be suitable for the environmental conditions
specified in VES-1000, General Technical Conditions for Tender and Purchase of
Equipment and materials.

3.1.5

Transportability
Transportability requirements shall comply with VES-1000, and the following additional
requirements.

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3.1.5.1

If applicable, the package shall be designed and constructed to permit

transportation by means of motor freight with minimum disassembly from
the vendor's shop to the destination specified in Company purchase order.

3.1.5.2

The vendor shall clearly indicate in the proposal the degree of disassembly
required for shipment and the type, quantity, and cost of all permits
required, if applicable.

Desi gn and Construction

3.2.1

3.2.2

General
3.2.1.1

The dehydration system described in this specification shall be considered

the typical system configuration and shall be supplied unless another
configuration is required by the project specifications or data sheets. The
vendor shall ensure that the equipment selected is compatible with the type
of system configuration specified.

3.2.1.2

The vendor shall provide a complete and functional system that includes the
equipment, piping, instrumentation, electrical equipment, and control
systems required by this specification, with the exception that in most
systems in which the glycol/gas contactor is located remote from the
regeneration package, the interconnecting glycol piping will be supplied by
others. Vendor supply limits shall be indicated on appropriate P&ID's.

Package
3.2.2.1

Configuration
Each dehydration system shall be assembled in two separate package
units:
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A skid for process-gas handling equipment, including the glycol/gas

contactor and the glycol/gas heat exchanger. (This unit may or may
not be skid mounted according to project instructions).

A glycol regeneration skid, including all other equipment.

Skid shall be designed and fabricated in accordance with VES-3200,

Structural Requirements for Packaged Equipment Skids.
3.2.2.2

Interconnections
The package design shall provide for coordination and interconnection of the
systems mounted on the package and for external connections to and from
the package. Systems required by the project specifications shall be
provided. The systems may include but are not limited to the following:
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Utilities
Process piping
Controls
Vents
Drains

External connections shall be brought to flanges, junction boxes, or to

tubing bulkheads, as applicable, at the edge of the skid, with the exception
that power leads for electric motors will be wired directly by others.

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Glycol/Gas Contactor
3.2.3.1

General
The tower shall be equipped with twin lifting lugs each to be seal-welded to
a pad. The pads shall be seal-welded to the tower. Towers with a 30-inch
and smaller inside diameter (ID) shall have a hinged top closure for removal
of internal equipment. Towers with larger diameters shall have manholes
with a minimum diameter of 18 inches. A sufficient number of bubble-cap
trays of a reverse-flow design shall be installed to meet the process
guarantee. A minimum of five trays shall be installed. The minimum tray
spacing shall be 18 inches. Cartridge trays may be provided for towers with
an ID of 18 inches and smaller unless otherwise required by the project
specifications. Towers with an ID of 24 inches and larger shall have
minimum 6 inch openings between the trays for inspection and cleaning.
The vessel opening shall be flanged with blind flanges installed.
The glycol inlet shall be located on the side of the vessel above the top
tray. Interior piping shall be provided to cause the glycol to enter normal to
the tray surface. Full opening ball valves shall be installed on all inlets and
outlets. A check valve shall be installed directly on the glycol inlet
connection to the vessel. A mist eliminator shall be installed at least 30
inches above the top tray and 18 inches above the glycol inlet piping. The
gas outlet shall be on the top above the mist eliminator.

3.2.3.2

Pressure Relief Valves

Pressure relief valves may be located on the upstream piping and not the
vessel. Pressure relief valves shall comply with the provisions of VES-7000,
Instrumentation Requirements.

3.2.3.3

Vessel
The contactor vessel shall be designed and constructed in accordance with
VES-5120, Unfired Pressure Vessels, and ASME Section VIII, Pressure
Vessels, and shall be code stamped. Provisions shall be included in the
shell design for support of the glycol/gas exchanger (Lean Glycol Cooler).

3.2.3.4

Bottom Section Liquid Level Controls

The following liquid level controls shall be provided in the bottom section:
A liquid level control transmitter shall be installed to provide a normal liquid
level 9" above the head seam and shall have a controllable range of at least
14 inches. Liquid discharge shall be at the bottom of the vessel and shall
be provided to cover the entire liquid level plus the gas inlet nozzle.

3.2.3.5

Chimney Tray
The glycol outlet shall be located on the side of the vessel and shall
discharge glycol from a point 3 inches above the floor of the chimney tray.
A liquid level controller shall be provided to maintain a normal liquid level 10
inches above the floor of the chimney tray. A low level alarm shall actuate if
the liquid level drops to 6 inches.
A high level alarm shall actuate if the level rises to a point 4 inches below
the chimney lip. A reflex sight glass shall be provided the entire range from
the tray floor to the chimney lip. The chimney cap shall be designed to
provide even distribution of gas to the bottom tray.

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Glycol/Gas Heat Exchanger

The glycol/gas heat exchanger shall meet the minimum requirements of TEMA BEMtype vertical heat exchangers.
The glycol/gas heat exchanger shall comply with the requirements of VES-5030, Shelland-Tube Heat Exchangers and with the applicable project specifications and data
sheets.
A double-pipe exchanger may be provided as an alternate if the double-pipe exchanger
meets the service requirements and complies with VES-5030, Double Pipe Heat
Exchanger. The exchanger shall be supported by the contactor shell and shall be
assembled into a unit with the contactor prior to shipment. Piping required for
interconnecting the contactor and the exchanger shall be provided by the vendor.
Natural gas shall enter and exit through axial, single-flanged heads. The inlet shall be
at the top of the heat exchanger and the outlet at the bottom of the heat exchanger.
Lean glycol shall enter at the lower shell flange and exit at the upper shell flange. The
exchanger shall cool the lean glycol to a temperature no more than 10 degrees F (5.6
degrees C) above the contactor outlet gas temperature. Impingement protection shall
be provided on shell side. Tube pitch shall be 15/16 inch triangular or 1 inch triangular,
square, or rotated square. Fouling factors shall be 0.002 hour square foot degree
2 o
Fahrenheit per British thermal unit (HR FT F/BTU) on the glycol side and 0.001 HR
2 o
FT F/BTU on the gas side.

3.2.5

Flash Separator
3.2.5.1

General
The flash separator vessel shall be a horizontal, three-phase unit capable of
separating natural gas and hydrocarbon liquids from glycol after pressure
has been reduced and at the conditions shown on the data sheet for the
vessel. The separator shall be designed in accordance with ASME Section
VIII, VES-5120, Unfired Pressure Vessels, and VES-5300, Liquid/Vapor
Separators. The separator vessel shall be code stamped.
The Separator vessel shall contain a mist eliminator and an inlet diverter.
The separator vessel shall be designed for a minimum liquid retention time
of 20 minutes. The separator vessel shall be insulated in accordance with
VES-5146, Thermal Insulation and Fireproofing.

3.2.5.2

Instrumentation
An automatic glycol/condensate interface level control transmitter shall be
installed and shall have a controllable range of at least 14 inches. Normal
level control shall be so located as to provide maximum flexibility in
selecting operating level yet operate with minimum (less than 1/2) level of
glycol. An automatic condensate level control transmitter shall be installed
and shall have a controllable range of at least 14 inches. Reflex type gauge
glasses shall be installed to span the full range of condensate levels, and
glycol levels. A transparent gauge glass shall be installed for interface
levels.

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Glycol Surge Tank

3.2.6.1

General
The glycol surge tank shall be in accordance with ASME Section VIII and
with VES-5120, and VES-5300. The surge tank shall be provided with a
manhole 18 inches in diameter, and outlet nozzle shall have vortex baffles.
The surge tank shall have a capacity of not less than the original TEG
charge volume of the complete system, and shall be capable of containing
TEG at a design pressure and temperature of 5 pounds per square inch
o
gauge (PSIG) and 300 F.
The surge tank shall be located under the glycol regenerator and may be
equipped with fuel gas pre-heating coils.

3.2.6.2

Glycol Inlet
The glycol inlet to the surge tank shall extend to a point below the normal
operating level of the glycol in the surge tank.

3.2.6.3

Instrumentation
A reflex type gauge column shall be installed to span the entire operating
levels of the vessel, and low-level shutdown switch shall be provided on the
glycol level. Provision shall be made to equalize pressure with the glycol
regenerator.

3.2.7

Glycol Filters
3.2.7.1

General
Two glycol filters, piped in parallel, shall be provided. Each filter shall be
sized to handle the full rated flow of glycol required by this specification, the
project specifications, and data sheets. The glycol filters shall be of the fullflow cartridge type designed to filter suspended solids from TEG through the
full range of anticipated operating conditions. The filters shall be designed
in accordance with the requirements of ASME Section VIII and VES-5120,
Unfired Pressure Vessels. The filters shall be code stamped. The filters
shall be located downstream of the flash separator. Each filter shall be
provided with a differential pressure indicator. Filters shall be piped to allow
draining into the open drain system.

3.2.7.2

Filter Cases
Filter cases shall be vertical with quick-opening type (swing bolt or clampo)
closures. Flanged closures are not acceptable. The closure gasket
material shall be Buna N. Each filter case shall be equipped with a davit or
other means of removing and handling the top closure. Filter cases shall be
equipped with a flanged inspection opening into the clear water chamber.
Filter cases 20 inches in diameter or less shall have a minimum inspection
opening of 4 inches. Filter cases larger than 20 inches in diameter shall
have a minimum inspection opening of 6 inches.

3.2.7.3

Cartridge Post
The cartridge post shall be constructed of 3/4-inch, Schedule 40 pipe. The
cartridge post shall be a minimum of 2 feet in length and shall be sealwelded to the bottom of the tube sheet.

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3.2.7.4

Swing Nuts and Bolts

Swing nuts and bolts shall be ACE 304 or ACE 315 stainless steel. The
nuts and bolts shall not be of the same grade of stainless steel to prevent
galling.

3.2.7.5

Valves
Inlet and outlet block and vent valves shall be provided for both filters to
facilitate filter changeout when the system is operating with one filter.

3.2.7.6

Filter Cartridges
Cartridges shall be able to retain 80 percent of all particles 5 microns or
larger, and shall be designed for a flowrate of 1 gallon per minute (GPM) per
square foot of filter element and against a 2-PSI clean differential pressure.
Cartridges shall not exceed 36 inches in length, and shall be of the cotton
media type with compression end-seals. The bottom end shall be sealed
against the stainless steel seal caps and spring. Stacked cartridges are
not acceptable. Four complete sets of cartridges shall be supplied for each
case.

3.2.8

Glycol Carbon Filter

3.2.8.1

General
The glycol carbon filter shall be designed to absorb trace quantities of
paraffinic hydrocarbons and glycol dehydration products from TEG. The
glycol carbon absorber shall be capable of functioning over the full range of
anticipated operating conditions. The glycol carbon filter shall be designed
as a sidestream filter and shall be sized for 10% of full glycol flow. The
glycol carbon filter shall be provided with a differential pressure indicator.

3.2.8.2

Filter Case
The glycol carbon filter case shall be designed and fabricated from carbon
steel in accordance with ASME Section VIII and VES-5120, and shall be
code stamped. The glycol carbon filter case shall be designed for the flash
separator maximum design pressure and temperature.
The filter case shall be vertical, and shall be of the quick-opening type
(swing bolt or clamp). Flanged closures are not acceptable. The closure
gasket material shall be Buna N. The filter case shall be equipped with a
davit or other means of removing and handling the top closure. Filter cases
shall be equipped with a flanged inspection opening into the clear water
chamber. Filter cases 20 inches in diameter or less shall have a minimum
inspection opening of 4 inches. Filter cases larger than 20 inches in
diameter shall have a minimum inspection opening of 6 inches.

3.2.8.3

Cartridge Post
The cartridge post shall be 3/4-inch, Schedule 40 pipe, shall be a minimum
of 2 feet in length, and shall be seal-welded to the bottom of a tube sheet.

3.2.8.4

Swing Nuts and Bolts

Swing nuts and bolts shall be ACE 304 or ACE 316 stainless steel. The
nuts and bolts shall not be of the same grade of stainless steel to prevent
galling.

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Tube Sheet
The tube sheet shall be designed to withstand a pressure differential of 20
PSI greater than either the cartridge collapse pressure or the case design
pressure, whichever is less.

3.2.8.6

Valves
Inlet and outlet ball-type block valve, a bypass valve, and a vent valve shall
be provided to facilitate cartridge changeout with the system fully
operational.

3.2.8.7

Cartridges
Cartridges shall be fabricated from activated carbon, and shall be designed
to absorb 50 percent of the weight of the charcoal in paraffinic
hyrdrocarbons. Cartridges shall be designed for a flowrate of 1 GPM for
each 34 pounds of carbon with a pressure differential of 2 PSI through a
clean filter element. Cartridges shall be ready-made and fully enclosed with
the ends sealed against the post washer and the top sealed against the
compression-nut washer. The cartridge shall not exceed 36 inches in
length, and shall not be stacked. The fabricator shall furnish four complete
sets of cartridges for each case.

3.2.9

Glycol Still Column

3.2.9.1

General
The glycol still column shall be designed as a vertical packed tower in
accordance with ASME Section VIII. The column shall be designed to allow
an additional vapor flow of 10 standard cubic feet (SCF) per gallon of TEG
above the maximum anticipated rate, and shall be designed for efficient
operation through the full specified range of operating conditions.
Each end of the vessel shall be flanged. The lower flange shall be bolted to
the top of the glycol reboiler. The reflux condenser shall be bolted to the
upper flange. The column and condenser sections may, with approval of
Company, be an integral unit. The fluid inlet nozzle shall be on the side of
the vessel at the midpoint and shall be designed for distribution of the input
liquid. The glycol still column and associated piping shall be insulated for
hot service in accordance with VES-5146, Thermal Insulation. Davits and
ladders required for repairs, replacements, or maintenance shall be
supplied.

3.2.9.2

Liquid Distributor Tray

One liquid distributor tray shall be installed below the top flange face. The
tray shall be bell-cap or segremental-slot design, and shall be ACE 304
stainless steel. The top distributor tray and the inlet distribution piping shall
be removable.

3.2.9.3

Flanges
A 6-inch minimum size inspection flange with a blind flange plate shall be
provided near the lower flange. The inspection flange shall be radial to the
vessel and located above the packing support.

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Packing
Packing shall consist of 1-inch, 304 stainless steel pall rings, and shall be a
minimum of 20 gauge. Packing shall be furnished by the vendor, and
shipped separately from the glycol still column. A 304 stainless steel
packing support tray shall be installed. The packing support tray shall be
designed to support the packing weight with a 100 percent safety factor.

3.2.10 Glycol Reboiler

3.2.10.1

General
The glycol reboiler shall be of the kettle-type, and maximum flux rate at any
point shall not exceed 7,500 BTU/HR FT . The inlet to the heat exchanger
bonnet shall be radial and located on the top of the heat exchanger. The
outlet to the heat exchanger shall be radial and located on the bottom of the
heat exchanger. Equipment shall be arranged to permit the reboiler bundle
to be removed with minimal disassembly of connecting piping only.
2 o

Fouling factors shall be 0.004 BTU/HR FT F on the glycol side and 0.001
2 o
BTU/HR FT F on the heating side. The tube pitch shall be 1-inch
triangular, square, or rotated square. A 1-inch vent and 2-inch drain
connection shall be installed. The reboiler shall be insulated in accordance
with VES-5146, Thermal Insulation.
3.2.10.2

Vessel
The vessel shall be horizontal and designed to receive a TEMA type AU
heat exchanger bundle in accordance with the vessel outline drawing. The
vessel shall have a companion flange for the TEMA type AU heat exchanger
at one end. A flanged nozzle to support the vertical column shall be located
on the top of the vessel at the heat exchanger flange end.

3.2.10.3

Flanges
Two 8-inch inspection flanges, complete with blind flange plates, shall be
provided at the top of the vessel. One of the inspection flanges shall be
located above the heat exchanger bundle. The other flange shall be located
above the standpipe.

3.2.10.4

Instrumentation
The reboiler shall be provided with a high-temperature shutdown device and
a low-level shutdown device. A temperature controller transmitter shall be
provided for firing control.

3.2.11 Glycol Condenser

The glycol condenser shall be mounted on the glycol regenerator still column and fitted
with a removable 304 stainless steel helical coil. The glycol condenser shall be
designed and fabricated in accordance with VES-5030, and with this specification. The
heat exchanger coil may be fabricated from formed pipe. The cooling medium in the
tubes shall be wet glycol. Condensing steam-glycol shall be in the shell. Fouling
2 o
factors will be 0.002 HR FT F/BTU on the tube side and 0.001 on the shell side.
Vapor inlet and condensed vapor return shall be through the shell cover flange. The
cover flange shall be designed to be compatible with the top flange of the glycol still
column. Internal baffling may be required to reduce bypassing. Tubes shall be
fabricated from SA-213-304L stainless steel or SA-249-304L stainless steel. The
condenser shall be replaceable in the field and contain all necessary internal supports.
A temperature control transmitter and inlet control valve shall be provided for coil
temperature control.

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3.2.12 Glycol/Glycol Exchanger

The glycol/glycol exchanger shall be of double-pipe or shell-and-tube construction.
Double-pipe construction is preferred. The glycol/glycol exchanger shall heat rich
glycol and cool lean glycol from the reboiler. Rich glycol shall be on the tube side and
lean glycol shall be on the shell side.
Full size blind flanges shall be provided on the tube side. Minimum 2-inch blind flanges
shall be provided on the shell side. Blind flanges are required for cleanout. Pipes 3
inches and smaller shall be constructed of a minimum Schedule 80 material. Pipes 4
inches and larger shall be constructed of Schedule 40 material. The fouling factor shall
2 o
be 0.002 HR FT F/BTU on both sides of the exchanger.
3.2.13 Glycol Pumps
3.2.13.1

General
Pumps shall be of the reciprocating type, designed and constructed in
accordance with VES-5051, Reciprocating Pump, and shall be mounted in
an accessible location. Pumps shall be valved and piped to facilitate
removal, repair, and routine operation and maintenance. Pumps shall be
rated to deliver the design flowrate at less than 70 percent of manufacturer's
maximum recommended operating speed. When the maximum required
pumping load for any specified operating condition is less than or equal to
25 brake horsepower (BHP), two identical pumps shall be installed.
Each pump shall be sized to handle the maximum load. When the
maximum load exceeds 25 BHP, three identical pumps shall be installed
with each pump sized to handle 50 percent of the maximum load.

3.2.13.2

Valves
Each pump shall be isolated from common manifolds as follows.
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Inlet block valve (full-port ball valve of the same size as the upstream
piping)

Outlet check valve

Outlet block valve (regular port ball valve)

A bypass shall be installed between the pump discharge and the pump
inlet. The bypass shall be controlled by a safety relief valve set at the pump
case design pressure.
3.2.13.3

Pulsation Dampener
A pulsation dampener shall be installed on the suction and discharge of
each reciprocating pump. Pulsation dampeners shall have flanged
connections. Screwed connections are not acceptable.

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Typical System Configuration

Pumps for the typical system configuration shall be driven by electric
motors designed and constructed in accordance with the requirements of
general standard VES-6100, Induction Motors 250 HP and smaller. Each
pump/motor assembly shall be mounted on a separate baseplate complete
with associated drive connections. Multiple V-belts are acceptable for
motors rated up to 25 BHP. Motors rated above 25 BHP shall drive the
pump through a reduction gearbox and appropriate flexible couplings.

3.2.14 Regeneration Heat Source

3.2.14.1

General
Safety monitoring and control instrumentation shall comply with this
specification. Areas not specifically covered in this specification shall be in
accordance with API RP 550, Manual on Installation of Refinery Instruments
and Control Systems, Part III. Neither electric coils nor direct wasteexhaust-gas heating coils are acceptable.

3.2.14.2

Heat Required For Regeneration

o

The heat required to elevate the temperature of TEG to between 375 F

o
o
o
(191 C) and 400 F (204 C) for regeneration shall be furnished by a naturalgas fired burner in a firetube installed in the reboiler. The reboiler heating
bundle shall be designed for compatibility with the flange installed at one
end of the reboiler.
3.2.14.3

Natural-Gas Fired System

The natural-gas fired system shall be designed and constructed in
accordance with VES-5034, Indirect Fired Heater. The natural-gas fired
system shall comply with the following requirements:

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a.

A main fuel regulating valve shall maintain a constant temperature in

the glycol reboiler. The system shall be designed to maintain glycol
o
o
temperature within a plus or minus 10 F (5.6 C) range when switching
abruptly from no load to full load or vice versa.

b.

Automatic fuel shutoff valves shall be provided. The valves shall be

operated from the package control panel. The shutoff valves shall
shutoff pilot and primary fuel to the reboiler in the event of high reboiler
temperature or a unit emergency shutdown.

c.

A manual fuel block valve shall be provided.

d.

A flame arrestor shall be located on the air inlet. Care shall be

exercised in package layout to ensure that the air intake is from a
nonhazardous area free of combustible vapors and that the exhaust is
routed to a safe area.

e.

A minimum of two flame sensors shall be provided. Flame sensors

shall detect if the fire goes out in the reboiler and automatically signal
the package control panel to close the automatic fuel shutoff valves.

f.

For the typical system configuration, the natural-gas fired system shall
be of the natural-draft burner design.

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Piping, valves, and fittings shall be designed, selected, and constructed in accordance
with:
VES-5090 Piping Materials
VES-5091 Design Instructions for In-Plant Piping
VES-5094 Fabricated Piping and Inspection
VES-5096 Valve Specification
Glycol piping shall be of welded and flanged construction regardless of size.
3.2.16 Instrumentation
The installation of instruments and controls shall comply with VES-7110, Installation of
Instruments on Packaged Equipment.
Temperature indicators shall be installed on each inlet and outlet of each heat
exchanger.
Pressure gauges and temperature indicators shall be installed on each pressure
vessel.
A flow transmitter (indicator by others) shall be installed on the lean glycol outlet line
leading to the contactor. If applicable, the flow-measuring element shall be of the
vortex-shedding type.
Safety, monitoring, and control instrumentation shall be as required by this
specification. Areas that are not covered by this specification shall be in accordance
with API RP 550, Part I and Part III.
Each shutdown device shall have an associated pre-alarm device.
3.2.17 Package Control Panel
3.2.17.1

General
An electronic flame safeguard control panel shall be provided. The control
panel shall be designed in accordance with VES-7115, Local Instrument
Control Panels and Consoles for Outdoor Installation. The data sheet will
define the specific type of control panel to be provided. The control panel
shall be designed and constructed for installation in a non-hazardous marine
environment outdoor installation (Nema 7X). Safety, monitoring, and control
instrumentation shall be as required by this specification. Areas not
specifically covered by this specification shall be in accordance with API RP
550, Part I and Part III.

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Functions
The flame safeguard panel shall have the following functions.
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Annunciate local alarm and shutdown conditions

Shut off fuel flow to the reboiler

Shut off glycol flow from the contactor

Shut down the glycol pumps

3.2.18 Electrical
Electrical installations shall be in accordance with VES-6000, Installation of Plant
Electrical Systems and VES-6020, Electrical Requirements for Packaged, Skid
Mounted Equipment.
3.2.19 Ladders, Cages, Platforms, and Stairs
Ladders and platforms shall be provided as specified on the individual equipment data
sheets, outline drawings, and project policy. Vessel platforms shall be designed to
withstand 150 pounds per square foot (PSF) loading. Vessel platforms shall be entirely
supported by the vessel.
Platform grating shall be steel of the galvanized serrated-bar type. Platform grating
shall be 1-1/4-inch by 3/16-inch. Platforms at the top of the glycol contactor, filter
separator, and glycol-hydrocarbon separator shall extend a minimum of 180 degrees
around the top.
3.2.20 Safety
Safety precautions shall be in accordance with the following general requirements:
o

Equipment and piping operating at or above 160 F (71 C) shall be insulated or screened
for personnel protection in accordance with VES-5146. Instrumentation shall be
provided for safe operation of the package and shall include an automatic burner control
and shutdown system. Particular attention shall be paid to ensure that electrical
equipment and installation are suitable for specified area classifications.
Venting of any device to the atmosphere is prohibited. Relief valves shall be provided in
accordance with VES-7000, Instrument Requirements. Relief valves shall meet any
jurisdictional regulations for the specified location. Relief valves shall be set to operate
at no more than the maximum stated design pressure and not less than 110 percent of
the maximum operating pressure.
Guards shall be provided to within 1/2 inch of stationary housings adjacent to moving
parts that may present a personnel hazard.
3.3

Project Requirements
In addition to the listed standards and codes and specifications, and the provisions of this
specification, the requirements for a specific installation may be defined further by individual
project documents. These documents, when issued, shall then become an integral part of this
specification and may include:

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Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams

Vessel Specification Sheets
Heat Exchangers Data Sheets
Pump Data Sheets
Filter Data Sheets
Other Drawings and Data Sheets as needed

INSPECTION AND TESTING

Quality assurance provisions shall be in accordance with VES-1000, General Technical Conditions for
Purchase and Tender of Equipment and Materials, VES-1100, General Requirements for Third Party
Inspection Services, and the following.
4.1

4.2

4.3

4.4

General
4.1.1

No pressure parts shall be painted until inspection is completed.

4.1.2

Parts, materials, or equipment purchased by the vendor shall be subject to third party
shop inspection.

4.1.3

The vendor shall instruct subvendors of Company's inspection requirements.

4.1.4

The vendor shall have the responsibility of furnishing Company representative with all
specified certification on materials and with shop test data verifying that the
specifications are being met so that Company representative's work will be kept to a
minimum.

Standard Shop and Factory Tests

4.2.1

Major pieces of equipment shall be given the vendor's standard shop tests.

4.2.2

The unit shall receive a functional test prior to shipment. The test shall prove
mechanical operation of auxiliary equipment.

Special Tests and Examinations

4.3.1

Individual major equipment item shall be subjected to the hydrostatic and/or ultrasonic
and X-ray tests as specified in the test section contained in the respective Company
Specification.

4.3.2

Pressure-containing components within the package shall be hydrostatically tested to

1.5 times the maximum allowable working pressure or in accordance with applicable
codes, whichever is more rigid.

4.3.3

Tests shall be maintained for a sufficient period of time to permit complete examination
of parts under pressure. The minimum period shall be 30 minutes.

Final Acceptance Tests

4.4.1

The entire glycol dehydration package shall be tested functionally in the completely
assembled configuration. The tests shall include a full-load test of the entire glycol-gas
system to demonstrate that the package is capable of successful operation at the
specified design capacity.

4.4.2

The test results shall be fully documented by the vendor and given to Company as a
separate test report.

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4.4.3

The dimensions of components shall be checked for compliance with drawing

dimensions and with this specification. Components not within the tolerances allowed
by the drawings and this specification shall be called to the attention of Company.

4.4.4

Adequacy of equipment supports, including size and location, shall be verified.

4.4.5

Vendor is responsible for providing temporary control, monitoring, and test

instrumentation to facilitate complete functional test capabilities at shop.

PREPARATION FOR SHIPPING AND STORAGE

Preparation for shipping and storage shall be in accordance with VES-1000, with the following additional
requirements.
5.1

5.2

5.3

General
5.1.1

Each skid-mounted component shall be securely anchored to the skid.

5.1.2

Special care shall be taken to protect instruments from damage during shipment.
Some instruments may have to be removed, tagged, and crated in waterproof boxes
with desiccant and/or protective padding.

5.1.3

If tubing must be removed to facilitate shipping, the fabricator shall arrange to have new
tubing installed in the field. Prefabricated tubing shipped loose is unacceptable.

5.1.4

Adequate weatherproofing and shipping braces shall be fitted prior to shipping the
package from the fabrication facility.

5.1.5

Loose ends of piping, tubing, cabling, and wiring shall be protected and secured.

5.1.6

Open pipes and other openings shall be covered or fitted with solid plugs as applicable.

5.1.7

Lifting, loadout, and handling instructions shall be attached securely to the exterior of
the largest package in a well-marked weatherproof container.

5.1.8

Spare parts shall be packed for long-term storage.

Highly-Polished Surfaces
5.2.1

Immediately after inspection, highly-polished surfaces of equipment components shall

be cleaned and coated with an approved rust preventative. Equipment shall be closed
promptly after inspection.

5.2.2

Prior to application of rust preventatives, special care shall be taken to wash

fingerprints from highly-polished machine surfaces.

5.2.3

Temporary rust preventatives shall be removable easily with common petroleum

solvents.

Shipping Removable Pieces of Equipment

5.3.1

Any item that may exceed the height restrictions shall be removed, properly tagged,
and shipped separately.

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5.3.2

Each piece of equipment removed from the package to be shipped separately shall be
identified with a metal tag securely wired to each item. The identification tag shall be
metal die-stamped and give the item number, piece number, and the total number of
pieces removed. The identification tag shall also include the unit tag number to which
the piece corresponds.

5.3.3

The items being shipped separately shall be crated after being tagged. The crate shall
be tagged with the vessel tag number. Shipping papers shall include a complete list of
items packed in each crate.

Identification and Marking

5.4.1

Corrosion resistant, stainless steel nameplates shall be provided for each identifiable
piece of equipment and instrument.

5.4.2

Rotating equipment shall be supplied with a permanently cast-in or attached arrow

indicating the direction of rotation.

5.4.3

The following information shall be embossed on nameplates, if applicable.

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5.4.4

Equipment item or tag number

Manufacturer's name
Manufacturer's serial number
Size
Type
Maximum allowable design limits
Rating data (including pressure, temperatures, horsepower, and millions of British
thermal units (MMBTU).

The following information shall be embossed on motors.

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Manufacturer's type
Manufacturer's serial number
Rated speeds
Trip speeds
Ambient ratings
Rated horsepower

5.4.5

Vendor-furnished instrumentation shall have securely affixed stainless steel tags. Each
tag shall include the identification shown on the piping and instrumentation drawings.

5.4.6

A nameplate with complete operating instructions shall be mounted on the local flame
safeguard panel.

5.4.7

Tags and nameplates shall be affixed with stainless steel screws or rivets. Adhesive or
glue is not acceptable. Stainless steel wire is acceptable to attach tags and
nameplates only where screws or rivets would be impractical.

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DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS
6.1

Proposal Documentation
Proposal requirements shall be in accordance with VES-1000, General Technical Conditions for
Tender and Purchase of Equipment and Materials, with the following additional requirements:

6.2

a.

The proposed skid arrangement of the equipment shall be clearly stated in the proposal.

b.

Critical items shall be listed in the proposal.

c.

The vendor's standard shop tests shall be described in the proposal.

Contract Documentation
Contract Documentation requirements shall be in accordance with VES-1000.

6.3

Pressure Vessels
Each pressure vessel or pressure containing item requires special documentation. Vendor
shall assemble the following information necessary for MIGAS certification into separate
document package.
1.

Manufacturers Data Report

2.

Assembly and Detail Drawings

3.

Calculation Sheets signed by engineer

4.

Welding Procedure Specifications, Qualification Records and Welder/Operator Qualification

Test Records

5.

Inspection Specifications

6.

List of Material Mill Certificates (Showing location, heat number)

7.

Mill Test Certificates

8.

Manufacturers Inspection Results signed by inspector

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9.

7.0

Actual Dimensional Records

NDT
Hydrostatic/Pneumatic Test Pressure Recording vs Time Chart
Post Weld Heat Treatment record charts (when applicable)
Hardness Test Records (when applicable)

Nameplate Rubbing

WARRANTY
Warranty requirements shall be in accordance with VES-1000, as a minimum. Specific project
requirements may be supplemented.

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