MACH3.DOCVIP

3) Pipe joint, valve, fitting and support (1) Pipe joint Type of pipe joint for each piping system shall be as specified in Pipe material list based on the following standard conception : (a) Welded sleeve joint shall be generally used to minimize risk of leakage for the piping above M.E., boiler, G.E. and electric equipment for E.R. piping except galvanizing pipes or where it is difficult to remove the pipes such as in tank, cargo hold, cofferdam, void space, duct, store space, accommodation space, engine room casing in way of main engine opening. (b) Flanged joint, union joint or removable expansion joint shall be used for dismantling of pipe to allow for the easy overhaul of pump, heat exchanger etc, and shall be used where frequent disassembly of pipes are necessary in accordance with the Builder’s practice. (c) Butt welded joint for large exhaust gas pipe shall be generally used for steel pipe. (d) Brazing joint may be used for copper and copper alloy pipe with ND 50mm and below. (2) Valve The type of valve and fitting shall be selected by the Builder suitably for the intended use, except where otherwise specified. In general, globe/butterfly valve shall be used in all pipe line. Gate valve can be used in accordance with the Builder’s practice where installation of usual globe or butterfly valve is practically in difficulty, and it shall be informed to and accepted by the Buyer. Butterfly valve shall be used in lieu of globe/gate valve for ND 50 mm and above. 6 - 56 Non-return valves shall be utilized where flow reversal is detrimental to operation or safety. Material of automatic control valve shall be according to the relevant manufacturers standard in compliance with the requirements of the Class. Extended spindle or valve h