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Contents List of Tables ...................................................................................................... v List of Figures .................................................................................................... v 1 Introduction ................................................................................................... 1 2 Pipe ................................................................................................................ 1

2.1 Product Lines ............................................................................................. 1 2.2 Design ....................................................................................................... 2 2.3 Materials .................................................................................................... 4 2.4 Manufacturing ............................................................................................ 5

2.4.1 Liner ..................................................................................................... 5 2.4.2 Reinforcement ...................................................................................... 5 2.4.3 Pipe ...................................................................................................... 6 2.4.4 Quality Control ..................................................................................... 6

3 Fittings ........................................................................................................... 7 3.1 Fitting Configurations ................................................................................. 7 3.2 Design ....................................................................................................... 8 3.3 Materials .................................................................................................. 10 3.4 Manufacturing .......................................................................................... 11 3.5 Corrosion Protection ................................................................................ 11

4 Qualification ................................................................................................ 12 4.1 Introduction to Standards and Regulations .............................................. 12 4.2 Standards ................................................................................................ 12

4.2.1 American Petroleum Institute (API) .................................................... 12 4.2.2 Canadian Standards Association (CSA) ............................................ 13

4.3 Regulations.............................................................................................. 14 4.3.1 Canadian Provincial Regulatory Bodies ............................................. 14 4.3.2 United States Regulatory Bodies ....................................................... 14 4.3.3 Australia Regulatory Bodies ............................................................... 15 4.3.4 Latin America Regulatory Bodies ....................................................... 15

4.4 Testing ..................................................................................................... 15 5 Performance ................................................................................................ 16

5.1 Applications & Chemical Compatibility .................................................... 16 5.1.1 Application Evaluations ...................................................................... 16 5.1.2 Gas .................................................................................................... 17 5.1.3 Oil ....................................................................................................... 17 5.1.4 Water ................................................................................................. 17 5.1.5 H2S ..................................................................................................... 18 5.1.6 CO2 .................................................................................................... 18 5.1.7 Aromatic and Cycloalkane Hydrocarbons .......................................... 18 5.1.8 Chemical Injection .............................................................................. 19 5.1.9 Methanol and Ethanol ........................................................................ 19

5.2 Pressure and Temperature Ratings ......................................................... 19 5.2.1 Maximum and Minimum Allowable Operating Temperature ............... 19 5.2.2 Maximum Allowable Operating Pressures.......................................... 20 5.2.3 Calculations for Determining Maximum Allowable Operating Pressure21

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5.3 Cyclic Pressure ........................................................................................ 23 5.3.1 FPLP Cyclic Capabilities .................................................................... 24 5.3.2 FPLP HT Cyclic Capabilities .............................................................. 24 5.3.3 FCLP Cyclic Capabilities .................................................................... 24 5.3.4 Pump Jacks ........................................................................................ 25

5.4 Flow Characteristics ................................................................................ 26 5.4.1 Pipe Flow ........................................................................................... 26 5.4.2 Fittings ............................................................................................... 28

5.5 Durability ................................................................................................. 28 5.6 Corrosion ................................................................................................. 29 5.7 Erosion .................................................................................................... 29 5.8 Ultra-Violet Protection .............................................................................. 29 5.9 Bend Radius ............................................................................................ 29 5.10 Permeation .............................................................................................. 30 5.11 Expansion/Contraction and Axial Growth ................................................ 31 5.12 External Load and Internal Vacuum Capability ........................................ 32 5.13 Thermal Conductivity ............................................................................... 33

6 Installation ................................................................................................... 33 6.1 Field Services Support ............................................................................ 33 6.2 Transportation ......................................................................................... 34 6.3 Trenching ................................................................................................ 34 6.4 Plowing .................................................................................................... 35 6.5 Insertion as a Freestanding Liner ............................................................ 35 6.6 Surface Installation .................................................................................. 36 6.7 Support Spacing ...................................................................................... 38 6.8 Buoyancy and Pipe Weights .................................................................... 38 6.9 Crossings ................................................................................................ 40 6.10 Risers ...................................................................................................... 40 6.11 Tracer Wire .............................................................................................. 41 6.12 Cold Temperature Installation.................................................................. 41 6.13 Heat Tracing ............................................................................................ 41 6.14 Fitting Installation ..................................................................................... 42 6.15 Cathodic Protection ................................................................................. 42 6.16 Tying into Steel – Welding ....................................................................... 43 6.17 Tying into Plastic ..................................................................................... 43 6.18 Field Pressure Testing of New Pipelines ................................................. 43

7 Accessories ................................................................................................. 45 7.1 A-frames .................................................................................................. 45 7.2 Turn Table and Lifting device for Coiled pipe .......................................... 45 7.3 Riser Support Trays ................................................................................. 45 7.4 Pull Tools ................................................................................................. 45 7.5 Sacrificial Anodes .................................................................................... 45

8 Operations ................................................................................................... 46 8.1 Startup ..................................................................................................... 46 8.2 Pigging .................................................................................................... 46 8.3 Hot Oiling ................................................................................................. 47

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8.4 Static Electricity ....................................................................................... 47 8.5 Secondary Excavations ........................................................................... 47 8.6 Field Pressure Testing of Existing Pipelines ............................................ 48 8.7 Shutdown Procedures ............................................................................. 48

9 Reliability ..................................................................................................... 49 9.1 History ..................................................................................................... 49 9.2 Leak Testing ............................................................................................ 49 9.3 Cut-outs ................................................................................................... 49 9.4 Reliability Management ........................................................................... 50 9.5 Integrity Verification ................................................................................. 51

10 Appendix ..................................................................................................... 53 Product Data Sheets ....................................................................................... 53

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List of Tables Table 1: Product Lines .................................................................................................... 2 Table 2: Standard Fittings ............................................................................................... 7 Table 3: Custom Fittings ................................................................................................. 8 Table 4: Shawcor Fitting Material List ........................................................................... 10 Table 5: Links for Specific CSA Z662 Requirements .................................................... 14 Table 6: Pipe and Fitting Tests and Applicable Standards ............................................ 16 Table 7: Allowable Aromatic and Cycloalkane Hydrocarbon Content ........................... 19 Table 8: Maximum and Minimum Allowable Operating Temperatures .......................... 20 Table 9: Maximum Allowable Operating Pressure ........................................................ 21 Table 10: Flow Coefficients for Shawcor Spoolable Products ....................................... 28 Table 11: K Factor for Shawcor Spoolable Products Coupling Fittings ......................... 28 Table 12: Minimum Bend Radius for Operation, Transport and Handling ..................... 29 Table 13: Permeability Coefficients for HDPE ............................................................... 30 Table 14: Representative Permeation Rates for Shawcor Spoolable Products ............. 31 Table 15: FPLP and FPLP HT Thermal Conductivity and Resistivity ............................ 33 Table 16: Conduit Compatibility for Shawcor Spoolable Products Insertion .................. 36 Table 17: Maximum Allowable Pull Forces for Shawcor Spoolable Products ................ 36 Table 18: Recommended Pipe Support Spacing for Shawcor Spoolable Products ...... 38 Table 19: Recommended Sand Bag Weight for Weighting Shawcor Spoolable Products ...................................................................................................................................... 39 Table 20: New Pipeline Hydrostatic Test Pressures and Durations .............................. 43 Table 21: Custom Polyurethane Disk Pigs .................................................................... 46 Table 22: Shawcor Pig Dimensions for Shawcor Spoolable Products .......................... 47

List of Figures Figure 1: FPLP and FPLP HT Three-layer Design .......................................................... 3 Figure 2: FCLP Design .................................................................................................... 4 Figure 3: Cutaway View of Shawcor Fitting ..................................................................... 9 Figure 4: Procedure for Determining MPR and MAOP .................................................. 22 Figure 5: Representative Pressure Drop Comparison: Water at Various Flow Rates ... 27 Figure 6: Representative Pressure Drop Comparison: Methane at Various Flow Rates27 Figure 7: Sandwich Type Insulated Barrier Configuration ............................................. 42 Figure 8: Cut-out Burst Test Results ............................................................................. 50

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In an effort to provide useful product information, Shawcor makes available a three part document: Part 1 – Technical Manual This part is mainly addressed to engineers, supervisors and procurement personnel. It is intended to present a general description of Shawcor products’ materials, construction, qualification, performance, installation, operation and reliability. Part 2 – Installation Guide This part is mainly addressed to field personnel and is intended to provide general guidance on Shawcor products’ handling, joining, installing and testing. Part 3 – Operators Guide This part is mainly addressed to pipeline operations and is intended to provide general guidance on the compatibility of Shawcor products. Each of the three parts emphasizes particular aspects of the Shawcor product application. Familiarity with the three parts is recommended for a broader perspective.

This document is intended solely as a reference for use by persons of technical competence. It is the responsibility of the pipeline operator to ensure the suitability of Shawcor products for any specific pipeline application. While the information contained in this document is believed to be correct as of the date of issue, under no circumstances will Shawcor, or any of its subsidiaries, be liable in any way for any loss, damage or injury of any kind (whether direct, consequential, punitive or otherwise) incurred as a result of any omissions in this document or as a result of reliance on any information contained in this document. This document does not contain any warranty, express or implied. All rights reserved. Any reproduction of this document in part or as a whole without the written permission of Shawcor is prohibited.

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1 Introduction Shawcor has designed, tested, and manufactured high pressure, corrosion-resistant, coiled, continuous pipeline systems utilizing new and exciting engineering technologies intended primarily for the Oil and Gas and Utility industries. Typical applications include oil and gas gathering, oilfield water transferring, disposal and injection, gas distribution and transmission lines. Shawcor has also developed an innovative crimp fitting technology that allows efficient joining directly to steel lines, standard flanged connections, or other Shawcor Spoolable products pipelines. Shawcor holds patents for its unique pipe and fitting designs1.

2 Pipe

2.1 Product Lines Shawcor currently offers three product lines:

FlexPipe Linepipe (FPLP) FlexPipe Linepipe High Temperature (FPLP HT) FlexCord Linepipe (FCLP)

FPLP and FPLP HT are intended for static or mild cyclic applications with service temperatures up to 60°C and 82°C, respectively. FCLP is suited for severe cyclic applications with service temperatures up to 60°C. The product range for each product line is as shown in Table 1:

1 Fiber reinforced pipe: US patent number 6,889,716 (May 10, 2005); Canadian patent number 2,513,506 (August

3, 2010); International patents pending. Compression-style fitting: US patent number 6,902,205 (June 7, 2005); Canadian patent number 2,513,468

(February 1, 2011); International patents pending. Crimp-style fitting: US patent numbers 7,946,629 B2 (May 24, 2011) and 8,042,252 B2 (October 25, 2011); Canadian patent number 2,562,823 (May 22, 2012). High temperature pipe: US patent number 12/712,060 (pending); Canadian patent number 2,753,024 (pending); International patents pending. Steel cord pipe: US patent number 12/763,506 (pending); Canadian patent number 2,755,289 (pending); International patents pending.

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Table 1: Product Lines

Pressure Rating 2,068 kPa (300 psi)

5,171 kPa (750 psi)

10,342 kPa (1,500 psi)

13,790 kPa (2,000 psi)

Shawcor Grade 150 301 601 801

Product Line Nominal Size (inches)

FlexPipe Linepipe (FPLP) 3”, 4” 2”, 3”, 4” 2”, 3”, 4”

FlexPipe Linepipe High Temperature (FPLP HT)

2”, 3”, 4” 2”, 3”, 4”

FlexCord Linepipe (FCLP)

3”, 4”

FPLP and FCLP are available in a standard white jacket, and FPLP HT is available in a standard grey jacket. All product lines provide a minimum of 20 years protection against exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light. All three product lines will hereafter be collectively referred to as Shawcor Spoolable Products. The product data sheets in the appendix list the Shawcor Spoolable Products dimensions and parameters.

2.2 Design Shawcor Spoolable Products are manufactured at the state-of-the-art Shawcor facility in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Shawcor Spoolable Products are patented three-layer designs constructed from a thermoplastic liner (liner), helically wrapped continuous high strength reinforcement and an external thermoplastic jacket (jacket). FPLP and FPLP HT product lines are reinforced with high strength glass fibers, while the FCLP product line is reinforced with high strength galvanized steel cords. The liner acts as a bladder, the reinforcement provides strength, and the jacket protects the load-bearing layer. This construction is unique and has the following advantages: The reinforcement is not encased in a thermosetting matrix and is therefore flexible,

avoiding potential micro-cracking or over-straining of the matrix material. Shawcor Spoolable Products are very rugged, durable and easy to handle.

The simplicity of construction reduces the manufacturing costs. The high strength reinforcement enables design for high-pressure applications. The liner ensures that the pipeline system is immune to corrosion and eliminates the

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The continuous, long-length spools facilitate fast and easy installation with fewer connections and less disturbance to impacted parties.

Environmental impact and soil disturbance can be reduced since Shawcor Spoolable Products can be trenched with a narrower trench and right of way than steel line pipe, or plowed in without trenching.

The low weight minimizes handling equipment requirements leading to lower installation costs when compared to stick and other spoolable products.

Figure 1: FPLP and FPLP HT Three-layer Design

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Figure 2: FCLP Design Shawcor Spoolable Products have been designed using a sophisticated mathematical model that was developed specifically for the unique construction of these products. The mathematical model was used to design the reinforcement configuration and optimize pressure capacity and strain. The strength of Shawcor Spoolable Products depend on the thickness and configuration of the reinforcement layer, thus traditional pipe design models based on wall thickness are not applicable. The validity of the mathematical model and the material properties used by this model has been verified through extensive physical testing. The design and manufacturing of Shawcor Spoolable Products are in accordance with standards and guidelines regarding qualification, quality control and testing of composite pipe and accessories. Please refer to Section 4 in this document for additional information on these standards, and Section 5.2 for a summary of the design methods and calculations.

2.3 Materials The materials used in Shawcor Spoolable Products have been widely used in the oil and gas industry for many years. The liner and jacket are manufactured using bimodal pressure-pipe-grade high density polyethylene (HDPE) thermoplastic resin. This material is designated PE4710 by PPI TR-32, in accordance with ASTM D33503. This leading-edge material meets rigorous standards for high strength and resistance to slow crack growth. It also provides excellent wear resistance and impact toughness, and a 2 PPI TR-3 Policies and Procedures for Developing Hydrostatic Design Basis, Pressure Design Basis, Strength

Design Basis, and Minimum Required Strength Ratings for Thermoplastic Piping Materials or Pipe 3 ASTM D3350 Standard Specification for Polyethylene Plastics Pipe and Fittings Materials

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low-friction internal surface for decreased pressure losses. Colorant and a ultra-violet (UV) stabilizer are blended with the thermoplastic pellets during the extrusion process, providing resistance to weathering. The glass fiber reinforcement utilized in FPLP and FPLP HT is constructed from a series of continuous glass fiber rovings which have been manufactured in accordance with ASTM D5784. The fiber chemistry and coatings are specifically selected to optimize long-term performance. The high-strength steel cords utilized in FCLP are constructed from a series of stranded wires and galvanized for optimum performance and corrosion resistance. Shawcor is committed to maintaining high standards of quality and reliability. Each individual supplier is qualified by Shawcor, in accordance with API RP 15S5 and API 17J6, to ensure that quality inspections, physical testing, and material traceability meet Shawcor’ quality standards. Each specific material is qualified by Shawcor through rigorous physical testing, prior to use in manufacturing and in finished products.

2.4 Manufacturing Shawcor is equipped to manufacture all components of Shawcor Spoolable Products in-house. Each step of the manufacturing process is closely monitored, resulting in direct control over the quality of the products.

2.4.1 Liner The liner is manufactured and inspected by highly experienced operators using state-of-the art equipment, in accordance with stringent dimensional requirements defined by ASTM D25137. Each liner is 100% inspected for diameter, wall thickness, and concentricity by online ultrasonic measurement.

2.4.2 Reinforcement Glass Fiber Reinforcement The fiber reinforcements for each product are constructed from a single type of input strand, purchased from qualified suppliers. Shawcor roving construction process combines these strands into custom packages for use in the construction of Shawcor Spoolable Products. Each package is specially configured for the individual finished product in which it will be used. Shawcor has developed extensive expertise in this area through critical evaluation and physical testing of various materials, coatings,

4 ASTM D578 Standard Specification for Glass Fiber Strands 5 API RP 15S Recommended Practice for the Qualification of Spoolable Reinforced Plastic Line Pipe 6 API RP 17J Specification for Unbonded Flexible Pipe 7 ASTM D2513 Standard Specification for Thermoplastic Gas Pressure Pipe, Tubing, and Fittings

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and processing methods. State-of-the-art roving machines are used with tensioning systems designed in-house specifically for this process. Galvanized Steel Cord Reinforcement The galvanized steel cord reinforcements are applied directly as purchased from qualified suppliers.

2.4.3 Pipe Each reel of pipe is manufactured in a single continuous production run that combines liner, reinforcement, and jacket into the finished product. The liner length is sufficient to complete an entire pipe production run without fusions. The first step in the process is cleaning and drying the incoming liner. A laser measurement system inspects the diameter and roundness of the liner. If needed, multi-directional rounding rollers are applied to correct the roundness. The reinforcement is applied by sequential custom-designed winding machines, which wrap the reinforcement from multiple bobbins around the liner in a tightly controlled process. An automated control system directly measures the line speed, and maintains the correct wrap angle by controlling the speed of each individual winding machine. Each bobbin of reinforcement is individually braked to maintain the correct tension. The jacket is applied over the fiber reinforcement with a customized cross-head extrusion die, and immediately cooled. Computerized laser and ultrasonic measurement systems are used to ensure that strict quality standards are maintained as the protective jacket is applied. The jacket is marked with identifying information by an inline printer. Finally, the finished product is coiled either onto a reel or a pallet for transportation.

2.4.4 Quality Control Quality control (QC) is critical to the manufacturing process. Shawcor is an ISO 9001:2008 certified manufacturing facility. From supplier evaluation and approval to the qualification of every finished product, quality control data is diligently reviewed and evaluated. Shawcor is committed to using suppliers that provide material-composition data and maintain certification and QC test results for all raw products. Material certification and traceability is critical to the Shawcor quality assurance program that cohesively links raw materials with production records and serial markings on pipe and fittings. Shawcor routinely verifies and audits the QC programs of its suppliers. The manufacturing process is designed with many levels of quality monitoring. Sophisticated instrumentation systems, lasers, ultra-sonics and production operators continually monitor the production line at specific intervals. Corrective action is

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implemented according to the established non-conformance reporting (NCR) system if design parameters are not within the specified tolerance limits. Every finished product is tested in accordance with the Shawcor Production Qualification Testing (PQT) Standards, and in accordance with API RP 15S or the applicable requirements of API 17J. Samples are taken from the beginning and the end of every pipe reel. The samples are subjected to destructive burst testing. The results from these tests must meet or exceed stringent QC requirements. In addition, Shawcor tests raw materials to ensure compliance with material specifications. Shawcor testing equipment includes burst chambers, ovens, a cold chamber, a cyclic testing station, an Instron tensile testing machine, stress-rupture testing machines, density test equipment and numerous custom jigs and fixtures.

3 Fittings The Shawcor fitting is a metallic device that mechanically fastens to the pipe. The fitting can terminate the pipe with a standard ASME B16.58 lap-joint flange or a weld neck transition. The weld neck fitting allows direct connection to steel pipe. The end of the Shawcor product from one coil can be attached to the beginning of the Shawcor product from a second coil with a pipe-to-pipe coupling, thus eliminating an underground flanged connection.

3.1 Fitting Configurations The three types of fittings that are used with FPLP are shown in Table 2. Each of these fittings is available for each pipe size and grade. Shawcor fittings come in two lengths, a standard length for use with FPLP and an Extended Length (EL) for use with FPLP HT and FCLP. Refer to the installation manual document number 14-1096 for guidance on the installation of both types of fittings. Shawcor also offers pre-assembled flow joints in the configurations shown in Table 3. Table 2: Standard Fittings

Flanged End Fitting Compatible with standard raised face flanges. Flange is free to spin until bolts are tightened, allowing easy connection without stressing existing flanges.

Dimensional drawings available

upon request.

8 ASME B16.5 Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings

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Coupling Fitting Used to connect two pieces of FPLP together.

Weld Neck Fitting Used to connect FPLP to steel pipe, using standard field welding procedures.

Table 3: Custom Fittings

90 Degree Elbow Flow Joint

Dimensional drawings available

upon request.

Tee Flow Joint

True Y Flow Joint

Y-Lateral Flow Joint

3.2 Design The fitting consists of a mandrel that is inserted into the pipe, and a sleeve that is crimped around the pipe. The mandrel and sleeve are both equipped with uni-directional teeth that securely grip the liner and jacket of the pipe. Crimping the sleeve creates very high permanent clamping pressure, which holds the reinforcement securely in place. The fitting system does not require the application of heat or adhesives in order to bond components together.

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Figure 3: Cutaway View of Shawcor Fitting The mandrel is sealed to the liner by the clamping pressure. For additional security, the mandrel is equipped with two o-rings that provide an additional seal. The vent hole in the sleeve allows the annulus of the pipe (the space between the liner and jacket which contains the reinforcement layer) to vent freely at each fitting. This allows any gases that may have permeated through the liner to escape, and prevents any pressure buildup in the annulus. Shawcor fittings are installed in a two-step process, using portable installation equipment. In the first step, the mandrel is inserted into the liner. In the second step, the sleeve is crimped to the pipe. The fitting is supplied with the sleeve already welded to the mandrel to hold it in the correct position. Shawcor fittings can be installed in the field in about 20 to 30 minutes. To view a simulation of the fitting installation process, visit the Shawcor website at www.shawcor.com. For more information on fitting installation, see Section 6.14. Shawcor fittings have been tested together with our products as a complete system in long-term, high pressure tests, and have undergone rigorous testing to verify their performance in field conditions. More information on qualification testing is presented in Section 4.4. The inside diameter of the mandrel in the fitting is smaller than the inner diameter of the pipeline. However, the restriction is minimal, and results in negligible pressure loss (see Section 5.4 for further information). Fittings are compatible with pigging programs as detailed in Section 8.2.

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3.3 Materials Standard Shawcor fittings are manufactured from seamless steel that meets the requirements of NACE MR01759 for sour service. See Table 4 for a full list of materials used in Shawcor fittings. Material certificates are reviewed by Shawcor prior to manufacture of the fittings, and are retained as part of Shawcor QC System. Weld neck fittings are manufactured using the same alloy steel material as flange and coupling fittings, with a short carbon steel pup welded to the end of the mandrel. This pup makes the weld neck fitting suitable for field-welding to standard carbon steel pipe and fittings of various pipe schedules, with no special weld procedures required. The steel used in 4” Shawcor fitting mandrels and flanges meet the low-temperature notch-toughness requirements of Category II of CSA Z662-11 with a minimum design temperature of -45°C. Whenever required, custom made mandrels and flanges in 2”and 3” sizes with proven low-temperature notch-toughness properties can also be supplied. In addition, custom made crimp fittings with a stainless steel mandrel can also be supplied whenever specifically requested. Table 4: Shawcor Fitting Material List Part Material type Material grade(s) Mandrel Alloy steela

or Stainless Steela

AISI 4130, 4140 or equivalent or Duplex 2205

Sleeve Carbon steela ASTM A106, A333, A519, or equivalent

Flange (flanged fittings only)

Carbon steela ASTM A105 or ASTM A350 LF2 Class 1

Weld neck fitting welding end

Carbon steela ASTM A106, A333 or equivalent

Flow joints Carbon steela ASTM A234 WPB or ASTM A420 WPL6

O-rings FKM/FPM Fluorocarbon Elastomerb

75 Durometer

Coatingsc Electroless Nickel or uncoatedaMeets requirements of NACE MR0175 for sour service bSpecial o-rings are available for high-pressure CO2 service cWeld neck and Stainless Steel fittings are not coated

9 ANSI / NACE MR0175 / ISO 15156 Petroleum and Natural Gas Industries—Materials for Use in H2S-Containing

Environments in Oil and Gas Production

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3.4 Manufacturing Shawcor fittings are manufactured, coated, assembled, and labeled according to Shawcor specifications by suppliers whose processes have been qualified by Shawcor. Shawcor routinely verifies and audits the QC programs of these suppliers. All welding required for the manufacture of Shawcor fittings is performed in shop conditions, by suppliers qualified to Shawcor weld procedures in accordance with CSA Z662. These procedures are specific to the materials used, and include appropriate heat treatments and inspections.

3.5 Corrosion Protection Standard fittings are supplied with high-phosphorus electroless nickel plating with a fluoropolymer sealer on all wetted surfaces of the fitting. This plating protects the fitting from corrosion and erosion for many applications. Additional information about electroless nickel plating is available upon request. Weld neck fittings are not coated or plated, since the coating or plating would be destroyed by the heat input during welding. Prefabricated flow joints can be coated, since no welding is required during installation. All fittings are also available with no coating. Although the sleeves may be coated with electroless nickel plating, it is not intended for corrosion protection as the crimping process will damage the surface of the nickel plating. Flash surface rust may occasionally be present on the sleeves surface. External corrosion control of Shawcor fittings is achieved by the application of the Denso Petrolatum Tape Anti-Corrosion System. Denso paste is applied to the exposed reinforcement fibers at the end of the pipe prior to installing the fitting, to protect the fibers from moisture. The fitting is wrapped in Denso tape after installation. When applied according to the product data sheet supplied with the tape, the system meets AWWA C21710. A high temperature version of the Denso products is available for use with the FPLP HT product line. Polyken tape is used to protect the Denso tape on each fitting from being damaged or removed. White Polyken tape is also required to be applied over couplings in surface lines to prevent excessive heating due to solar radiation and to prevent external moisture from entering the fitting. Additional corrosion control via cathodic protection is available. Cathodic protection requirements for buried steel fittings are covered in Clause 13.1.5 of CSA Z662-11. Shawcor has developed a ribbon anode kit for buried steel fittings that provides external corrosion protection for a 50 year life in soil resistivities ranging between 1500 to 3000 ohm/cm. This is based on a fitting external coating efficiency of 95%. Anode test posts and monitoring for buried steel couplings in composite pipelines are not required. 10 AWWA C217 Cold-Applied Tape Coatings for the Exterior of Special Sections, Connections, and Fittings for

Buried/Submerged Steel Water Pipelines

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The anode kit consists of a magnesium ribbon anode connected to a copper lead wire, along with a roll of cloth tape to fix the anode to the Shawcor and a stainless steel hose clamp to secure the lead wire to the fitting. Shawcor anode kit can be readily installed in the field by attaching a clamp around the fitting and taping the ribbon along the pipe. Fittings with anodes attached are compatible with installation by trenching or plowing. Please refer to the Shawcor Installation Guide for more information.

4 Qualification

4.1 Introduction to Standards and Regulations According to industry terminology, Shawcor line pipe is classified as a reinforced thermoplastic pipe (RTP). Various standards deal with this type of product, and cover topics such as materials, testing, manufacture, and installation. Standards are guidelines that are generally accepted throughout an industry as appropriate, usually on the basis of industry-wide experience. They are often referenced by regulations, which may adopt some or all of the guidelines, or even introduce more stringent requirements. Regulations are requirements that must be followed by law. Standards that apply to Shawcor products are primarily performance-based. This means that they emphasize the demonstration of a product’s capabilities through repeated testing, rather than relying only on theoretical design calculations. A detailed theoretical design model serves as a starting point for Shawcor product designs. The designs are validated through extensive long term testing in accordance with accepted test standards.

4.2 Standards

4.2.1 American Petroleum Institute (API) The American Petroleum Institute (API) was the first North American standards body to develop a recommended practice specific to the spoolable composite pipe industry. API RP 15S, Recommended Practice for the Qualification of Spoolable Reinforced Plastic Line Pipe, includes guidelines for determining material properties, pressure ratings, safety factors and service factors, and minimum performance requirements. It also includes guidelines for manufacturing, quality control tests, and typical installation methods. This recommended practice applies to RTP and spoolable thermosetting composite pipe. API RP 15S is based on expert knowledge of the materials involved, extensive experience with related applications and related products used in other applications, and detailed research on related knowledge used in other countries. It uses proven ASTM testing methods, such as ASTM D299211, for establishing long-term performance. 11 ASTM D2992 Standard Practice For Obtaining Hydrostatic or Pressure Design Basis For “Fiberglass” (Glass-

Fiber-Reinforced Thermosetting Resin) Pipe And Fittings

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API 17J, “Specification for Unbonded Flexible Pipe”, is a standard created for the design of flexible pipe primarily for the offshore industry. The FCLP product line has been designed following the requirements of API 17J that are applicable to onshore applications. All Shawcor products meet or exceed the stringent qualification requirements established by API RP 15S or applicable requirements of API 17J.

4.2.2 Canadian Standards Association (CSA) CSA provides standards to which manufacturers should comply. CSA Z662-11, Oil and Gas Pipeline Systems, “covers the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of oil and gas industry pipeline systems”. Shawcor Spoolable Products fall under Clause 13.1 of this standard, which specifically addresses design, manufacturing and installation requirements for reinforced composite pipelines. Shawcor is fully compliant with CSA Z662-11 Clause 13. Some of the specific requirements are discussed below. Other requirements are discussed in more detail elsewhere in this document, as referenced in Table 5. According to Clause 13.1.1.3, reinforced composite pipelines may be used in low vapor pressure (LVP)12, gas gathering, and oilfield water pipelines. High vapor pressure (HVP)13 pipelines are excluded by this clause. FPLP and FPLP HT also meet the requirements of Clause 12.4.6.3 for gas distribution systems14. Design pressure calculations for RTP are outlined in Clause 13.1.2.8. This clause refers to API RP 15S as the industry standard according to which FPLP and FPLP HT must be qualified. This clause also refers to API 17J as the industry standard according to which FCLP must be qualified. It uses the qualification methods given in the product standards and specifies the values to be used for derating factors used in these methods. These factors are a minimum requirement; in some cases, Shawcor has chosen service fluid factors (Ffluid) which are more conservative than required by CSA. These factors are already included in the Maximum Allowable Operating Pressures (MAOP) published for Shawcor Spoolable Products, as shown in the design pressure calculations in Section 5.2.3. Shawcor fittings are engineered for suitable low-temperature notch toughness. The material properties meet CSA Z662 Category II requirements with a minimum design temperature of -45°C.

12 Includes oilfield water, multiphase fluids, or liquid hydrocarbon mixtures with vapor pressure of 110 kPa

(absolute) or less at 38˚C. 13 Hydrocarbons or hydrocarbon mixtures in the liquid or quasi-liquid state with a vapor pressure greater than 110

kPa (absolute) at 38°C. 14 Based on a design life of 50 years at a design temperature of 40ºC (104ºF).

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Table 5: Links for Specific CSA Z662 Requirements

Requirement CSA Z662 clause Reference in this manual

Gas service design pressure limit 13.1.1.4 Section 5.1.2

Sour gas limits 13.1.1.4 Section 5.1.5

Cyclic service 13.1.2.9 Section 5.3 Tracer wire 13.1.4.1 Section 6.11 Cathodic protection 13.1.5 and 9.1 Section 6.15

Crossings and casing 13.1.4.2 13.1.4.6 13.1.4.7

Section 6.9

Freestanding liner insertion 13.1.4.8 Section 6.5 Pressure testing – new installations 13.1.6 Section 6.18 Pressure testing – 13.1.8.2 Section 8.6 Static electricity 13.1.8.3 Section 8.4 Maximum external pressure 13.1.2.12 Section 5.12

4.3 Regulations

4.3.1 Canadian Provincial Regulatory Bodies The Energy Resources Conservation Board (ERCB) is a regulatory body that oversees the development of Alberta’s energy resources, including oilfield pipelines. Any oilfield pipeline in Alberta must be approved by the ERCB before installation, in accordance with its regulations. Other provinces in Canada have regulatory bodies with a similar role. Cross provincial installations are licensed under the National Energy Board (NEB) in a similar manner. The ERCB allows Shawcor Spoolable Products applications to be processed as routine for fresh water, salt water, multiphase, crude oil/LVP, and natural gas service. Shawcor has developed a positive history with the ERCB through provision of data on design, manufacturing, testing, installation and in-service evaluations. More information on the results of these evaluations can be found in Section 9. Shawcor has also established relationships with the corresponding regulatory bodies in British Columbia, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba, and installations have been completed in each of these provinces. Full instructions for completing Directive 56 – Schedule 3 for ERCB applications are available from the Shawcor website. Examples are given for a new pipe line and as a freestanding liner.

4.3.2 United States Regulatory Bodies Shawcor Spoolable Products are extensively used in unregulated areas in the United States. In regulated areas, the United States Department of Transportation (DOT)

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considers the use of Shawcor Spoolable Products through special permit applications submitted to the Office of Pipeline Safety. Currently, Shawcor is working with the Department of Transportation to eventually include Reinforced Thermoplastic Pipes as an approved material in 49 CFR Part 192 “Transportation of Natural and Other Gas by Pipeline”.

4.3.3 Australian Regulatory Bodies FPLP and FPLP HT have been accepted by regulatory bodies in South Australia and Queensland, in accordance with AS 2885.1 “Pipelines – Gas and liquid petroleum” for use as emulsion and oil pipe lines.

4.3.4 Latin American Regulatory Bodies Shawcor Spoolable Products have been certified by ABS Group Services de Mexico. FPLP and FPLP HT comply with NRF-185-PEMEX-2008 “Tubería Plástica Reforzada Enrollable para recolección y Transporte de Hidrocarburos Líquidos y Gaseosos”15 and FCLP complies with P.2.0730.01 “Tubería Plástica Reforzada Enrollable para recolección y Transporte de Hidrocarburos Líquidos y Gaseosos” third edition. Shawcor is currently in the final stages of qualifying its products with several oil and gas operators in the Latin American Region.

4.4 Testing Shawcor is committed to ensuring that its products are rugged, reliable, and safe. Shawcor Spoolable Products are tested together with fittings as a complete system. This system has undergone extensive testing to demonstrate that it meets and exceeds the strict requirements of API 15S or the applicable requirements of API 17J. Shawcor’ test procedures have been audited and accepted by an independent laboratory16. Shawcor strongly believes that its products should perform as well under field conditions as in the laboratory. Therefore, Shawcor has gone beyond the strict requirements of the applicable standards, and has developed its own procedures to test field handling of Shawcor Spoolable Products and related equipment. Some of the specific tests in Shawcor’ testing program are listed in Table 6. These tests have resulted in a comprehensive base of knowledge about product performance under a wide variety of service conditions.

15 Spoolable Reinforced Plastic Pipe to collect and transport liquid and gaseous hydrocarbons 16 Jana Laboratories Inc. (Aurora, Ontario)

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Table 6: Pipe and Fitting Tests and Applicable Standards Test description Applicable standard(s)

Regression pressure testing ASTM D2992 Procedure B API RP 15S Section 5.1.2.3

Elevated temperature pressure testing API RP 15S Section 5.2.1 Low temperature pressure testing ASTM D159917 Procedure A Minimum bend radius pressure testing API RP 15S Section 5.3.2 Installation pressure testing – samples retrieved

after liner insertion ASTM D1599 Procedure A

Installation pressure testing – samples retrieved after plowing

ASTM D1599 Procedure A Shawcor Test Procedure 10-0942

Short term burst pressure testing ASTM D1599 Procedure A API RP 15S Section 5.1.2.3

Cyclic pressure testing API RP 15S Section 5.1.5.1 Shawcor Test Procedure 10-0941

Pressure testing - samples subjected to reverse bending

API RP 15S Section 5.1.2.1

Axial load testing API RP 15S Section 5.3.3 Vent testing - gases venting from annulus API RP 15S Section 5.3.1 Impact resistance testing API RP 15S Section 5.5.2 Thermal expansion & pressure-expansion testing API RP 15S Sections 5.5.4 and 5.5.5 Kink testing Shawcor Test Procedure 10-0940 Fitting gas leak testing API RP 15S Section 5.3.1

Thermal cycle testing Flexpipe Systems Test Procedure 10-0945

External load testing ASTM D241218 Corrosion Testing - for steel cords API 17J / ISO 13628‐2

5 Performance

5.1 Applications & Chemical Compatibility It is the responsibility of the pipeline operator to understand the suitability of Shawcor Spoolable Products for specific pipeline applications. The information in this section is intended to provide an understanding of the suitability of the products for a wide range of common applications. For these or other applications, Shawcor’ engineering team will be pleased to evaluate the application and advice regarding compatibility of Shawcor Spoolable Products.

5.1.1 Application Evaluations Shawcor has established a systematic process to evaluate proposed applications in order to verify compliance with the normal operational limits given in the following sections. These limits are intended to provide a consistent and conservative basis to

17 ASTM D1599 Standard Test Method for Resistance to Short-Time Hydraulic Pressure of Plastic Pipe, Tubing, and Fittings 18 ASTM D2412 Standard Test Method for Determination of External Loading Characteristics of Plastic Pipe by Parallel-Plate Loading

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potential applications. While Shawcor Spoolable Products may perform well in applications that exceed these limits, it may not be appropriate for certain combinations of factors when one or more of the limits are exceeded. Application evaluations are provided by Shawcor Engineering team as a service to clients. Each evaluation assesses the details of a proposed application to identify potential risks and determines specific measures that can be taken to eliminate or minimize them. Recommendations resulting from these evaluations have allowed many projects to successfully take advantage of the full capabilities of Shawcor Spoolable Products. Shawcor believes that this approach reflects its commitment to public safety and has contributed to its outstanding service record, while allowing it to meet the unique needs of its clients.

5.1.2 Gas Shawcor has a strong historical record in gas gathering applications. There is no requirement to further de-rate the Shawcor MAOP in gas applications (see Section 5.2 for determination of pressure ratings). Suitable environments include natural gas, solution gas, exhaust gas, and fuel gas. See Section 5.1.6 for information on CO2 applications. For gas applications in which condensates can form, a suitable pigging program should be implemented to prevent condensate buildup at low points along the pipeline. Clause 13.1.1.4 of CSA Z662-11 limits the allowable design pressure for RTP gas pipelines to a maximum of 9930 kPa (1440 psi). Shawcor Spoolable Products can also be used in sour (H2S) applications, but limits apply. Please refer to Section 5.1.5 for more details.

5.1.3 Oil Shawcor Spoolable Products are suitable for oil effluent or oil emulsion (two- or three-phase) applications. The product lines are corrosion resistant, fully piggable, and are an excellent option for production with high water-cut. For applications with high wax content, suitable pigging programs should be in place. Please refer to Section 5.3 for more information on cyclic pressure applications. Please refer to Section 8.2 for more information on pigging.

5.1.4 Water Shawcor Spoolable Products are corrosion resistant and an excellent option for oilfield water applications such as water transfer, disposal and injection lines. However, these applications often involve cyclic pressure variations, and should be evaluated for compatibility. Please refer to Section 5.3 for more information on cyclic pressure applications.

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5.1.5 H2S H2S (hydrogen sulphide, also known as sour gas) is a toxic and potentially lethal substance commonly found in oilfield media. Accordingly, a greater risk exists in routine pipeline inspection or maintenance, or in the event of fluid release due to pipeline damage. Non-metallic pipelines such as Shawcor Spoolable Products may allow small amounts of the transported fluids to permeate through the pipeline materials (see Section 5.10), accumulate within the materials or fitting system, and/or be released through the outer surface of the pipeline (please refer to the Shawcor Sour Service Pipeline Bulletin, available from the Shawcor website, for more information). Similar to other components in sour gas service, due consideration should be given to the potential accumulation of H2S around the vent hole of the Shawcor fittings. Sour applications must comply with the regulatory requirements of specific regional authorities. FPLP and FPLP HT are compatible with H2S. Shawcor chooses to limit H2S content of up to 10% by mol in the gas phase of liquids (oil and/or water) or multiphase19. Applications above 10% are evaluated on a case by case basis. FCLP is suitable for the transport of liquids (oil and/or water), gas or multiphase with up to 3000 ppm of H2S. This limit has been established by extensive corrosion testing on the steel cord reinforcements of the FCLP product and has been approved by an independent third party engineering firm as well as the ERCB (Energy Resources Conservation Board) of Alberta.

5.1.6 CO2 Shawcor Spoolable Products can be used for gases or liquids containing up to 100% CO2 by volume. The suitability for CO2 service has been confirmed by a rapid decompression testing. The standard 75 Durometer Vition o-rings are suited for a wide range of CO2 applications. For applications having higher than 10% CO2 and operating at pressures above 750 psi, Shawcor recommends the use of special o-rings that provide superior performance for these conditions. Refer to Section 3.5 for further information on the fittings corrosion resistance and coating.

5.1.7 Aromatic and Cycloalkane Hydrocarbons Shawcor Spoolable Products are compatible with aromatic and cycloalkane hydrocarbons (e.g. benzene, toluene, ethyl benzene, xylene, naphthalene and cyclohexane) in gas or liquids. Table 7 lists the allowable aromatic and cycloalkane concentrations for normal operating pressures, based on Shawcor test data.

19 CSA Z 662-11 Clause 13.1.1.4 limits the partial pressure of H2S in gas to 50 kPa (7.25 psi) for all composite pipe used in sour gas applications. The ERCB (Directive 71) requires calculation of H2S release volumes for multi-phase pipelines

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Table 7: Allowable Aromatic and Cycloalkane Hydrocarbon Content

Product Line Operating temperature Maximum allowable

aromatic and cycloalkane content (by volume)

FPLP and FCLP

60˚C (140˚F) or below 25%

FPLP HT 82˚C (180˚F) or below 25% See also: Section 5.1.8 Chemical Injection.

5.1.8 Chemical Injection Common injection chemicals used in the oil gathering industry, such as corrosion inhibitors, biocides, paraffin dispersants, surfactants, scale inhibitors, defoamers, and demulsifiers, are not considered problematic to the HDPE liner. Shawcor recommends that chemical injection programs use dilute concentrations or batch treatments, as per the standard practice for HDPE applications as set out by the chemical manufacturing company. Injection chemicals which are made up from aromatic and cycloalkane hydrocarbons are acceptable for use with the HDPE liner provided the concentration of the injection chemicals is controlled such that the aromatic and cycloalkane concentration stays within the limits listed in Table 7 as applicable for the pipe service temperature. Any higher concentration batch treatment process should be of limited duration as recommended by the injection chemical manufacturer for use in HDPE pipe. This section addresses only the more common injection chemicals used in the oil gathering industry. Due to the variety of injection chemicals available, however, Shawcor recommends that the oil field operating company develop an injection program in conjunction with the chemical manufacturing company to ensure there are no chemical compatibility concerns with HDPE.

5.1.9 Methanol and Ethanol HDPE has good resistance to concentrated methanol and ethanol at temperatures up to 60˚C (140˚F). Alcohols may be used in Shawcor Spoolable Products during hydrotests to prevent freezing. They may also be used in FPLP and FPLP HT in continuous and batch programs. Due to the possible introduction of oxygen with alcohols, continuous injection of alcohols in FCLP is not recommended.

5.2 Pressure and Temperature Ratings

5.2.1 Maximum and Minimum Allowable Operating Temperature The Maximum Allowable Operating Temperatures (MAOT) and minimum allowable operating temperatures for Shawcor Spoolable Products are indicated in Table 8. These temperatures have been proven by the successful completion of the required

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qualification testing and the positive track record of field applications in the northern United States and Canada. Shawcor supplies tags for installation on risers to notify operators of the temperature limitations of the pipe. Table 8: Maximum and Minimum Allowable Operating Temperatures Product Line Maximum Allowable

Operating Temperature Minimum Allowable

Operating Temperature (°C) (°F) (°C) (°F)

FPLP 60 140 -46 -50 FPLP HT 82 180 -25 -13

FCLP 60 140 0 32 Shawcor Spoolable Products have excellent impact resistance properties and do not become brittle at low temperatures. Shawcor Spoolable Products can be installed at temperatures lower than 0˚C (32˚F). Refer to Section 6.12 for cold temperature installation limits, Section 3.3 for fittings materials selection and Section 8.1 for starting up pipelines at low temperatures. During hot oiling applications using FPLP HT, it is allowable for excursions to exceed the pipe maximum allowable operating temperature of 82°C (180°F) for a brief period. The hot oiling temperature is allowed to reach up to a maximum of 93°C (200°F) for a cumulative maximum duration of 500 hours over the lifetime of the pipeline. It is recommended to limit the amplitude of the temperature differential between the maximum and minimum operating temperatures to 87°C / 156°F or lower. Contact your Shawcor Account Manager to discuss applications with extreme temperature swings. Insulation or white Polyken tape is required for protecting aboveground portions of Shawcor Spoolable Products (for example at risers) from exceeding the maximum allowable operating temperature as a result of heating due to solar radiation.

5.2.2 Maximum Allowable Operating Pressures The Maximum Allowable Operating Pressures (MAOP) is shown in Table 9. These pressures have been established by performing the qualification testing at the MAOT of each product line.

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Table 9: Maximum Allowable Operating Pressure Maximum Allowable Operating Pressure*

Product Line 150 301 601 801

(kPa) (psi) (kPa) (psi) (kPa) (psi) (kPa) (psi) FPLP 2,068 300 5,171 750 10,342 1500 FPLP

HT 2,068 300 5,171 750 10,342 1500

FCLP 13,790 2,000 *Check your local regulations to verify the maximum allowable operating pressure does not exceed the maximum allowable design pressure.

5.2.3 Calculations for Determining Maximum Allowable Operating Pressure The MAOPs listed in Table 9 have been determined by the following equation:

Where MAOP = Maximum Allowable Operating Pressure MPR = Maximum Pressure Rating Ffluid = Service Fluid Factor Fcyclic = Cyclic Pressure Service Factor The Maximum Pressure Ratings (MPR) have been determined at the maximum design temperatures and minimum 20 years design life of the pipeline in accordance with API RP 15S20 or API 17J21 as applicable, and include the required Pressure Service Factor (PSF). The Service Fluid Factor (Ffluid) is a service factor that is intended to account for the effects of the transported fluid on the pipe materials, to ensure that the fluid does not reduce the pipeline’s capability of maintaining the MAOP over the design life. This factor is applied to the MPR to determine the MAOP at the qualification temperature. The procedure utilized to establish the MAOP of FPLP and FPLP HT is illustrated in Figure 4, where data from multiple long-term pressure tests are plotted on a log-log graph. The MPR is derived using statistical calculations, and includes a Pressure Service Factor (PSF) which is the service factor intended to account for small variations in materials, installation, or operating parameters, to ensure that these variations do not cause the pipe’s actual capabilities to be exceeded. The PSF is applied to the Lower

20 API RP 15S Recommended Practice for the Qualification of Spoolable Reinforced Plastic Line Pipe 21 API 17J Specification for Unbonded Flexible Pipe

cyclicfluid FFMPRMAOP

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Confidence Limit (LCL) at the Design Life to determine the MPR at the qualification temperature. Shawcor uses PSF=0.67, as recommended by API 15S.

Figure 4: Procedure for Determining MPR and MAOP22 FPLP and FPLP HT have been designed using an Ffluid=0.67 for all types of fluids. This value allows a consistent MAOP for all types of fluids. It meets the CSA Z662-11 requirements for gas, and is more conservative than CSA Z662-11 requirements for other services. Shawcor believes that this conservative approach has contributed to its outstanding track record. The FCLP Maximum Pressure Rating is determined in accordance with API 17J / ISO 13628-2. Table 9, includes the use of the required design factors, and considers the effects of the transported medium on the material properties. Accordingly, and in line with CSA Z662-11 clause 13.1.2.8, FCLP’s MAOP has been determined using a Fluid Factor (Ffluid) of 1.0 for all service fluids shown in Table 13.1 of CSA Z662-11. Because Shawcor’ MAOP already includes the required design and fluid factors, Shawcor Spoolable Products can be operated in the field at pressures up to the MAOP published by Shawcor. The effect of pressure cycling (i.e. cyclic pressure service factor Fcyclic of CSA Z662-11 section 13.1.2.8) is taken into account during the application evaluation conducted by Shawcor on a project by project basis. The amplitude of the pressure fluctuations that the system will see under typical operating conditions is compared to the cyclic test data generated by Shawcor during laboratory testing, and a safe cycling frequency is determined. A Cyclic Pressure Service Factor (Fcyclic) of 1.0 has been used to determine the MAOP values shown in Table 9.

22 Based on Figure 1 of API RP 15S (2006).

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5.3 Cyclic Pressure Water transfer, disposal or injection applications and oil gathering applications are typically quite corrosive and are a natural fit for Shawcor Spoolable Products corrosion resistance properties. However, to ensure the optimal performance and reliability of the products in these applications, consideration must be given to the cyclic pressure characteristics of the system design and the operating regime. As part of Shawcor’s commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, an application evaluation process is offered. The pipeline end user provides the operating parameters as per the Application Review Form for assessment. Shawcor applications engineers can provide project specific recommendations regarding selection of the best product, optimal system design, and operational considerations for the intended application. Shawcor requires that an application review be completed for all liquid applications to ensure optimal performance of the product and the overall system. The recommendations of an application review are based on a minimum 20 year service life. The key parameters that influence the selection of the pipe type for a cyclic service application are:

Type of pump: The pump type plays a major role in determining the cyclic characteristics of a pipeline system. Pumps can be generally divided into pulsating and non-pulsating types. All pulsating pumps are of the reciprocating positive displacement type, such as Triplex, Quintuplex and Diaphragm pumps. These pumps generate a pulsating flow and pressure output as a result of their back and forth mechanical action. Non-pulsating pumps such as centrifugal, progressive cavity, screw, and gear, are characterized by their rotating mechanical action resulting in a smooth flow and pressure output. Pump Jacks are a unique type of positive displacement pumps and will be treated separately in Section 5.3.4.

Pressure fluctuations: Pressure fluctuations may either be the result of:

o Pump start/stop cycles where the pressure in the pipeline system cycles

between the operating pressure and the shut off pressure, or o Modifications to the system operation or layout, such as operating an

additional pump or injecting into a different well.

Depending on their magnitude and frequency, pressure pulsations and fluctuations could be detrimental to the pipe performance. Contact your Shawcor representative for a project specific application evaluation. The Application Review process evaluates the feasibility of using Shawcor Spoolable Products on your project and provides guidance on how to safely operate the pipeline.

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5.3.1 FPLP Cyclic Capabilities Applications with non-pulsating pumps can be operated at the full FPLP pressure rating, as this type of pump provides a steady pressure output free of high frequency pressure pulsations or excessive vibration. Additionally, FPLP can handle mild pressure fluctuations and these applications need to be evaluated on a case-by-case basis using Shawcor’ application review process. Applications with pulsating pumps can be detrimental to many pipeline materials. It is required to maintain the peak-to-peak amplitude of the high-frequency pressure pulsations below 15 psi for FP301 and below 25 psi for FP601. To protect FPLP from progressive damage, effective pulsation dampeners are required at the pump inlet and outlet, designed to limit peak to peak amplitude to 3%. As the industry practice estimates the peak-to-peak amplitude of high-frequency pulsations to be 10% of the mean pressure value, this translates into a maximum service pressure of 150 psi for FP301 and 250 psi for FP601. This does not affect the capability of the pipe to handle infrequent pressure excursions up to the pipe MAOP as shown in Table 9. In addition, a minimum of 100 feet of steel pipe between the pump and the FPLP is recommended to assist with vibration dissipation. For all application types and in order to eliminate large amplitude pressure fluctuations resulting from pump on/off cycles, Shawcor recommends using a variable frequency drive (VFD) to regulate the flow rate while maintaining continuous operation of the pump, and provide a soft start/stop whenever the pump shuts down.

5.3.2 FPLP HT Cyclic Capabilities Applications with non-pulsating pumps can be operated at the full FPLP HT pressure rating, as this type of pump provides a steady pressure output free of high frequency pressure pulsations or excessive vibration. Additionally, FPLP HT can handle mild pressure fluctuations and these applications need to be evaluated on a case-by-case basis using Shawcor’ application review process. For all application types and in order to eliminate large amplitude pressure fluctuations resulting from pump on/off cycles, Shawcor recommends using a variable frequency drive (VFD) to regulate the flow rate while maintaining a continuous operation of the pump, and provide a soft start/stop whenever the pump shuts down. It is not recommended to utilize FPLP HT with pumps generating a pulsating pressure output, such as Duplex, Triplex, Quintuplex, Diaphragm, Hydra-Cell, etc.

5.3.3 FCLP Cyclic Capabilities FCLP is suitable for service in systems subject to severe cyclic pressure conditions-with either pulsating (piston, diaphragm) or non-pulsating (centrifugal, gear, screw, progressive cavity) pumps. FCLP is adequate for use with pulsating pumps operating at pressures up to 13,790 kPa (2,000 psi) and peak-to-peak pressure pulsations of up to

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1,380 kPa (200 psi). Pulsating pumps can generate large peak-to-peak pulsations well in excess of 200 psi. Properly designed, operated and maintained pulsation dampeners at the pump suction and discharge of pulsating pumps are required. A typical maximum peak-to-peak design value for pulsation dampeners is 3% of the operating pressure. FCLP is also suitable for applications with large amplitude pressure cycles of up to 10 cycles per day of 0 – 10,342 kPa (0 - 1,500 psi) or 1 cycle per day of 0 – 13,790 kPa (2,000 psi) based on a minimum service life of 20 years.

5.3.4 Pump Jacks Shawcor Spoolable Products corrosion resistant properties are a natural fit for corrosive oil emulsion production. However, to ensure the optimal performance and reliability in pump jack applications, consideration must be given to the cyclic pressure characteristics of the system design and the operating regime. In general, using sound system design and good industry operating practices will optimize the integrity and life of all production equipment. The pressure differential between the upstroke and down stroke pressures generated by the operation of the pump jack is of critical importance to the long term integrity of the FPLP. Some of the design and operational factors that can affect the magnitude of the pressure differential in the flow line include:

Length and diameter of the flow line Production volumes Production fluid properties Down hole pump integrity Wax build-up Flow line check valve integrity Hot oiling and pigging practices

For FPLP applications with an upstroke pressure above 150 psi, Shawcor recommends limiting the amplitude of the pressure differential between the routine upstroke and down stroke pressures to 50 psi for FP301 and 75 psi for FP601. For example, if the normal upstroke pressure in a FP301 flow line is 175 psig, the minimum pressure during the down stroke should be no less than 125 psig. Infrequent pressure excursions beyond these limits are generally acceptable. FPLP HT is a very good fit for applications with pump jacks. For pump jacks with an upstroke pressure above 150 psi, Shawcor recommends limiting the amplitude of the pressure differential between the routine upstroke and down stroke pressures to 30 psi for FP301 HT and 50 psi for FP601 HT. Infrequent pressure excursions beyond this limit are generally acceptable.

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FCLP is suitable for use in pump jack applications with severe pressure cycling parameters, with consistent upstroke pressures of up to 3,450 kPa (500 psi). These recommendations are based on both qualification test results and field experience. They provide safe operating limits based on a minimum design life of 20 years. In order to ensure the long term integrity of the piping system, Shawcor recommends:

Installing and maintaining a pressure switch (such as a Presco switch) set at a maximum of 100 psi above the upstroke pressure to limit the possibility of subjecting the pipeline to excessive pressure swings for extended time durations.

Routinely monitoring the upstroke and down stroke pressure values using a calibrated pressure gauge mounted between the well head and the flow line.

Implementing a suitable pigging program to ensure the upstroke pressure does not increase as a result of wax build up.

5.4 Flow Characteristics

5.4.1 Pipe Flow Relative to steel pipe, the smooth internal surface of Shawcor Spoolable Products polyethylene liner provides favorable flow rates and reduced pressure losses as a result of reduced friction. Figure 5 and Figure 6 show representative pressure drops at various flow rates for fresh water and methane, respectively. The results shown are based on calculation of the pressure drop for the given fluid in each size of the product using the Darcy-Weisbach method, repeated in each case for standard steel pipe of the same nominal size. As the charts show, the pressure drop for a given flow rate in the line will be significantly lower than for the corresponding steel pipe. Conversely, a higher flow rate can be attained for a given pressure drop using Shawcor Spoolable Products. For other flow scenarios, the pressure drop can be calculated using any of the flow coefficients listed in Table 10.

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Figure 5: Representative Pressure Drop Comparison: Water at Various Flow Rates *Calculations based on 1 mile of pipe length, with fresh water at 30˚C (86˚F)

Figure 6: Representative Pressure Drop Comparison: Methane at Various Flow Rates *Calculations based on 1 mile of pipe length, with methane at 20˚C (68˚F) compressed to 500 PSI

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Table 10: Flow Coefficients for Shawcor Spoolable Products Hazen & Williams 150

Darcy Weisbach 0.0015 mm (0.000005 ft)

Manning 0.009

5.4.2 Fittings The inside diameter of the mandrel of the pipe fitting is smaller than the inner diameter of the pipeline (see Section 3.2). However, the restriction is minimal, and very few fittings are required even for very long lengths of pipe. The associated pressure loss is negligible compared to the pipe friction discussed above. The following equations and K factors for Shawcor coupling fittings can be used to calculate the loss in pressure or pressure head due to the flow constriction.

Pressure loss: 2

2VKPfitting

Pressure head loss: g

VKhfitting 2

2

Where: = fluid density V = fluid velocity g = acceleration due to gravity K = factor from Table 11

Table 11: K Factor for Shawcor Spoolable Products Coupling Fittings

Fitting size K factor 2” 0.56 3” 0.55 4” 0.33

5.5 Durability Shawcor Spoolable Products are a durable, rugged product. The high-strength, pipe-grade thermoplastic used in the jacket protects the reinforcement from the environment. The jacket is highly resistant to cracking, and will not bruise, chip, or flake under normal handling. Shawcor Spoolable Products can be installed over rocks and rough terrain, or pulled into failed pipelines. Impact testing according to API RP 15S Section 5.5.2 at -25◦C (-13◦ F) has demonstrated a high level of resistance to impact loading from normal handling and installation activities.

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5.6 Corrosion Shawcor Spoolable Products liner and jacket will not corrode. External corrosion control of the fittings is achieved by the application of moisture resistant tape, and internal corrosion control by standard coatings on the fittings (see Section 3.5). Additional corrosion control via cathodic protection is an available option (see Section 6.15) and may be required by local regulations (i.e.: Energy Resources Conservation Board – ERCB of Alberta). FCLP is intended for applications where lined steel is typically specified and is expected to perform corrosion free.

5.7 Erosion Shawcor Spoolable Products will experience less erosion than steel in wet slurry applications (ie solid particles carried in a liquid) due to the elasticity and toughness of the liner material. However, a sufficient flow velocity should be maintained to prevent solid particles from settling out of the carrying liquid. Settled particles that slide along the bottom of the pipe may cause wear to the bottom surface. Dry slurry applications (ie solid particles carried by a gas) may cause excessive static electricity build-up and/or heating due to dry particles sliding on the surface. Shawcor Spoolable Products may not be suitable for dry slurry applications. Please contact your Shawcor representative to conduct an application evaluation for your project in this case.

5.8 Ultra-Violet Protection Shawcor adds a UV stabilizer to the jacket material during the extrusion process. The outer jackets of all Shawcor Spoolable Products provide a minimum of 20 years protection against UV exposure.

5.9 Bend Radius The minimum allowable bend radius of FPLP differs in operation (pressurized) and transport/handling (un-pressurized) conditions, as shown in Table 12. Table 12: Minimum Bend Radius for Operation, Transport and Handling

Shawcor Spoolable Products

Minimum bend radius OPERATION

Minimum bend radius TRANSPORT & HANDLING

(m) (ft) (m) (ft) 2” 1.2 4.0 0.8 2.5 3” 1.8 6.0 1.0 3.3 4” 2.1 7.0 1.3 4.2

Note: The minimum radius does not apply to fittings/couplings. These joints need to be kept straight to avoid point loading at the end of the fitting. Typically there should be no bends within 1.8 meters (6 feet) from a fitting.

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5.10 Permeation Gas molecules are able to travel very slowly through pipe walls by moving through the spaces between the molecules of the pipe material. This is known as permeation of the gas. All piping materials allow gases to permeate to some extent, but composite materials allow more than steel pipes do. Shawcor Spoolable Products have a self-venting design which allows permeated gases to vent at the fittings. This prevents pressure from building up within the annulus (the space between the liner and jacket that contains the reinforcement layer), thereby avoiding the risk of liner collapse during line depressurization. Wherever it is desired to avoid venting permeated gas above grade, Shawcor offers a flange option where the vent hole has been plugged. In such installations, a coupling should be located within 300 meters from the plugged flange to provide the pipeline with adequate venting capability. Field testing has shown that the actual rates of gas release from pipeline are generally insignificant (see Section 9.2). This is supported by calculations based on a conservative model, in which the gases in the pipe permeate through the liner and then permeate through the jacket or travel along the annulus to exit through the vent hole at the fitting. The calculations use the permeability coefficients given in Table 13, which are experimentally determined from testing conducted on unreinforced polyethylene. The following example provides a representative illustration of the extent of permeation in Shawcor Spoolable Products. Table 13: Permeability Coefficients for HDPE

Permeant Permeability coefficient at 40°C

(104°F)(cm3/cm-sec-

MPa) (inch3/inch-sec-

psi) Methane 1 x 10-7 1.07 x 10-10 H2S 1 x 10-7 1.07 x 10-10 CO2 5.5 x 10-7 5.88 x 10-10

Shawcor Spoolable Products liner has a similar SDR (Standard Dimension Ratio) in all sizes, which results in the same permeation rate for all sizes. Table 14 shows expected permeation rates for a gas mixture of 89% methane, 1% H2S, and 10% CO2. To obtain expected permeation rates at different temperatures, it can be approximated that a 5˚C (9˚F) increase in temperature results in a 30% increase in permeation rate. The values listed in Table 14 have been determined by the following equation:

Where: q = Volume of gas permeating per unit length per unit time

P = Permeability coefficient from Table 13 A = Surface area per unit length of pipe P’ = Internal partial pressure P” = External partial pressure

t

ppPAq

)"'(

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t = Wall thickness Table 14: Representative Permeation Rates for Shawcor Spoolable Products Permeation rate

cm3/m of pipe/day (in3/ft of pipe/day) Pipe

pressure 689 kPa (100 psi)

5171 kPa (750 psi)

10,342 kPa (1500 psi)

Pipe at 10°C (50°F)

89% methane 6 (0.1) 46 (0.9) 93 (2) 1% H2S 0.1 (0.001) 0.5 (0.01) 1 (0.02) 10% CO2 4 (0.07) 29 (0.5) 57 (1) Total mixture 10.2 (0.2) 76 (1.4) 151 (3)


89% methane 30 (0.6) 224 (4) 447 (8) 1% H2S 0.3 (0.006) 3 (0.05) 5 (0.09) 10% CO2 18 (0.3) 138 (3) 276 (5) Total mixture 48 (0.9) 365 (7) 728 (13)


89% methane 85 (2) 639 (12) 1277 (24) 1% H2S 1 (0.02) 7 (0.13) 14 (0.3) 10% CO2 53 (1) 395 (7) 789 (15) Total mixture 139 (3) 1041 (19) 2080 (39)


89% methane 270 (5) 2025 (38) 4051 (75) 1% H2S 3 (0.06) 23 (0.4) 46 (0.8) 10% CO2 167 (3) 1252 (23) 2503 (47) Total mixture 440 (8) 3300 (61) 6599 (123)

5.11 Expansion/Contraction and Axial Growth Shawcor Spoolable Products have been engineered to significantly minimize axial strain as a result of pressure or temperature changes in operation. When pressurized, expansion and contraction of the product is governed by the mechanics of the reinforcement layer, and axial expansion due to temperature or pressure changes is minimal. Radial expansion will occur, but will be far less than in unreinforced polyethylene. When unpressurized, the product will display approximately the same amount of growth or contraction with temperature changes as unreinforced polyethylene. However, the low modulus and viscoelastic properties of the pipe allow it to shift and relax, thereby minimizing any loads exerted at end connections. Therefore, expansion loops and special consideration for end loads at termination points are not required*. Sudden temperature and pressure changes should be avoided. Gradual or stepped flow increases should be used on very hot or very cold days to allow for gradual temperature and pressure changes in the system. *When Shawcor Spoolable Products are used as free standing liners (see Section 6.5), it is required to terminate the liner pull underground and provide 7 meters of uncased buried length before bringing the pipe to surface. This ensures any expansion or contraction concentrated inside the existing failed line is restrained by ground friction

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before coming to surface. The entry and exit points of the Shawcor Spoolable Product should also be protected as per Section 6.9.

5.12 External Load and Internal Vacuum Capability When the pressure outside the pipe may exceed the pressure inside the pipe, the pipe’s ability to withstand collapse should be considered. External pressure arises from factors such as ground water pressure and the weight of soil above the pipe. Additional loads (such as the weight of water or live loads due to moving vehicles) must be considered if the pipe runs through a bore below a creek, roadway, etc. Internal vacuums may result from gravity flow of liquid down a slope when the pipeline is unpressurized. The ability of the products to withstand collapse is based on the total difference in pressure between the outside and inside of the pipe. When the external pressure exceeds the internal pressure, the difference can be considered as a net external pressure (or equivalently, a net internal vacuum). The net external pressure can be calculated as follows:

internalexternalexternalnet, PPP

Where internalP is a negative number for an internal vacuum, thus increasing

externalP .

Shawcor Spoolable Products external pressure resistance for buried applications has been measured according to ASTM D241223, in accordance with Clause 13.1.2.12 of CSA Z662-11. The maximum net external load that the pipe can withstand at 23˚C (73˚F) is 214 kPa (31 psi), when installed in backfill embedment material with a soil modulus of 1000 psi or greater. This includes most soils, with the exception of very fine-grained or organic soils such as muck and clay24. If the total combination of dead loads, live loads, and internal vacuum will exceed this, the pipe should be protected by a steel casing (see Section 6.9). When on the surface, there is no support from surrounding soil. Under these conditions, the pipe can withstand a net vacuum pressure of 101 kPa (14.7 psi) at 23˚C (73˚F), the maximum vacuum pressure that will be created due to gravity flow down slopes. Higher temperatures or long term exposure to liquid hydrocarbons may reduce the net external load that the pipe can withstand. Shawcor Spoolable Products are not

23 ASTM D2412 Standard Test Method for Determination of External Loading Characteristics of Plastic Pipe by Parallel-Plate Loading 24 The soil modulus is typically 1000 psi or greater for backfill embedment materials consisting of manufactured angular granular materials, coarse grained soils with little or no fines with a Proctor density greater than 70%, or coarse grained soils with fines with a Proctor density greater than 85%; the soil modulus is not typically greater than 1000 psi for fine-grained or organic soils (muck, clay, etc.).

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intended for subsea applications. In case of shallow water applications (e.g. 30 meters water depth) an application review can be conducted to determine feasibility.

5.13 Thermal Conductivity Shawcor Spoolable Products thermal conductivity properties result from the properties of the polyethylene and the reinforcement materials. Accordingly, Shawcor Spoolable Products is a good thermal insulator with higher resistivity than metallic pipes. Table 15 lists the thermal conductivity and resistivity values of the FPLP and FPLP HT products. FCLP will have somewhat higher values than listed below. Contact Shawcor for guidance. Table 15: FPLP and FPLP HT Thermal Conductivity and Resistivity Item Units Values Units Values

Pipe Size 2" FP150 3" FP150 4" FP150 2" FP150 3" FP150 4" FP150

Wall Thickness

mm n/a 9.14 11.30 in n/a 0.36 0.45

R'-value m*K/W n/a 0.15 0.14 hr*ft*F/Btu n/a 0.25 0.25 K'-value W/m*K n/a 6.80 6.97 Btu/hr*ft*F n/a 3.93 4.03 Item Units Values Units Values

Pipe Size 2" FP301/HT

3" FP301/HT

4" FP301/HT 2"

FP301/HT 3"

FP301/HT 4"

FP301/HT Wall Thickness

mm 7.75 9.91 12.57 in 0.31 0.39 0.50

R'-value m*K/W 0.28 0.25 0.25 hr*ft*F/Btu 0.49 0.43 0.43 K'-value W/m*K 3.53 4.04 4.07 Btu/hr*ft*F 2.04 2.33 2.35 Item Units Values Units Values

Pipe Size 2" FP601/HT

3" FP601/HT

4" FP601/HT 2"

FP601/HT 3"

FP601/HT 4"

FP601/HT Wall Thickness

mm 9.40 11.94 15.37 in 0.37 0.47 0.61

R'-value m*K/W 0.47 0.41 0.42 hr*ft*F/Btu 0.81 0.71 0.72 K'-value W/m*K 2.14 2.45 2.40 Btu/hr*ft*F 1.24 1.41 1.38

6 Installation This section provides a general overview of the installation of FPLP. Please refer to the Installation Guide for further information.

6.1 Field Services Support The Shawcor Field Services Department provides support services for the installation of Shawcor Spoolable Products, including training courses, project coordination services,

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equipment rentals, onsite inspectors, and installation supervisors. Experienced managers and project coordinators are on call 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Shawcor strives to ensure successful installation of its products on every project. Fitting installation equipment is available from Shawcor for sale or rental. Information on this equipment can be found in the Shawcor Installation Guide. In addition, Shawcor offers a variety of specialized installation accessories, including A-frames for carrying pipe reels, riser support trays, pull tools, custom cleaning pigs, moisture resistant Denso products, Polyken tape and sacrificial anode kits for cathodic protection. For more information on these accessories, see the Shawcor Installation Guide.

6.2 Transportation Shawcor Spoolable Products are spooled onto 3.66-meter (12 ft)-diameter, custom engineered transport reels that have either 1.22-meter (4 ft) or 2.44-meter (8 ft) widths. Multiple reels can be transported on a standard flat-deck trailer, or a single reel can be transported on a special reel trailer. The reel capacities and weights are provided on the Product Data Sheets in the Appendix. Some reels can be disassembled in the field and stacked to reduce space requirements, which allows up to five times as many empty reels to fit on a truck deck. Please contact your Shawcor representative for more information and for Shawcor recommended disassembly procedure. Shawcor also offers a reel-less/coiled version of its products. The pipe is coiled in different lengths and is placed on to a wooden pallet for transportation. The coil is handled by using a Shawcor custom designed lifting device and is deployed using a Shawcor custom designed turn table. Please see the Shawcor Installation Manual and Technical Bulletin 06-4013 for detailed information about the installation of reel-less/coiled pipe.

6.3 Trenching Shawcor Spoolable Products can easily be un-spooled and placed into a trench or ditch. The pipe is handled and installed much like coiled HDPE pipe. The bending stiffness of the two is very similar,

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but Shawcor Spoolable Products have less “memory” than HDPE pipe and will lay flat more readily. Soil condition and padding requirements for the pipe are typically similar to those for steel pipelines The flexibility of Shawcor Spoolable Products allows it to be easily threaded underneath existing lines for easy line crossings. This eliminates the need to cut the pipe and install extra fittings at line crossings.

6.4 Plowing

In a single-pass operation, a pipeline plow can trench, install the pipe and couplings, and cover the trench. This method is most beneficial when long continuous lengths of pipe are to be installed, and minimizes disturbance to the environment. Plowing also reduces the safety hazards associated with lifting and open trench installations. Recommended plow chute dimensions are available in the Shawcor Installation Manual.

6.5 Insertion as a Freestanding Liner In situations where an existing pipeline has failed, Shawcor Spoolable Products can be pulled inside the failed pipeline as a remedial line. The pipe is a freestanding liner, and does not depend on the existing pipeline for any structural support. In pipeline remediation applications there must be adequate clearance between the outer diameter of the product and the inner diameter of the existing conduit. Table 16 shows the general compatibility of various conduits for insertion. The existing conduit must be free of obstructions that could damage the pipe (fittings, wax, scale, etc.). Excavating and removing any fittings is often a simple way to make a line compatible for insertion of Shawcor Spoolable Products, provided that enough pipe is removed to avoid bending the pipe tighter than the minimum radius for operation given in Table 12. Pipe must be suitably restrained at conduit exits. Refer to Section 5.11 for guidance. Shawcor fittings can be pulled along with the Shawcor Spoolable Products. A centralizing collar or sleeve may be used before each fitting to prevent the fitting from catching on weld beads or other discontinuities inside the conduit. The maximum allowable pull forces for Shawcor lines are shown in Table 17, and should not be exceeded with any type of pull tool.

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Please see the Shawcor Installation Guide for information on pull tools available from Shawcor. Table 16: Conduit Compatibility for Shawcor Spoolable Products Insertion

Conduit 3" Steel 4" Steel 6" Steel

FPLP 0.188" wall

0.120" wall

Sch. 40

0.188" wall

0.125" wall

Sch. 80

Sch. 40

0.188" wall

0.156" wall

0.125" wall

2" FP301/HT P P PF PF PF PF PF PF PF PF

2" FP601/HT N P PF PF PF PF PF PF PF PF

3" FP150 N N P P P PF PF PF PF PF3"

FP301/HT N N N P P PF PF PF PF PF

3" FP601/HT N N N N P PF PF PF PF PF

3” FC801 N N N N P PF PF PF PF PF 4" FP150 N N N N N P P PF PF PF

4" FP301/HT N N N N N P P PF PF PF

4" FP601/HT N N N N N P P PF PF PF

4” FC801 N N N N N P P PF PF PF N = Not compatible P = Compatible for pipe without fittings PF = Compatible for pipe with coupling fittings Note: The above table is based on 0.15” clearance on diameter between Shawcor Spoolable Products and the steel pipe weld bead, and a steel pipe weld bead allowance of 0.125”on diameter. Table 17: Maximum Allowable Pull Forces for Shawcor Spoolable Products

Pipe Size (nominal) Maximum pull force

(in) (kgf) (lbf) 2 1000 2200 3 2040 4500 4 2720 6000

6.6 Surface Installation Where permitted by the appropriate regulatory body, Shawcor Spoolable Products can be used above ground for permanent and temporary surface flowlines. Appropriate hazard control measures should be implemented in consideration of the elevated risk of injury or property damage inherent in surface installations. Non-metallic pipelines may be more susceptible to external damage than metallic pipelines. External forces, both during installation and during future disturbance or construction in the area, are additional potential causes of external damage to pipelines.

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By their nature, surface pipelines are exposed to an uncontrolled environment and are exposed to greater risk of damage than buried pipelines. Examples of surface damage risks include sharp rocks, existing and growing foliage, fire, earth slides, flooding, vehicular traffic, weapon discharge, vandalism, and lightning strikes. Damage to or misuse of Shawcor products may result in uncontrolled release of the product being transported, which may result in serious injury or death. The energy stored in a pressurized compressible gas is significant, and may result in a highly explosive failure mode with the potential to cause significant property damage, serious injury, or death. Surface pipelines are subject to heating by solar radiation. Shawcor Spoolable Products with black jacket readily absorbs solar radiation and can reach excessively high temperatures very quickly when exposed to direct sunlight. This may be damaging and detrimental to the pipe. Shawcor Spoolable Products with white or grey jacket reduces solar heating and is required for surface lines. The operating temperature of the pipe, including the effect of solar heating, must be prevented from exceeding 60˚C (140˚F) for FPLP and FCLP and 82˚C (180˚F) for FPLP HT When used as a temporary surface line, Shawcor Spoolable Products can be unwound onto the surface and rewound back onto the reel. It is very important to adequately control the spooling and unspooling process to avoid damaging the pipe, such as by kinking, cutting, scraping, and abrading. Unspooling and re-using a damaged pipeline can result in pipeline failure. It is recommended to limit the re-spooling and re-using of Shawcor Spoolable Products up to a maximum of 5 deployment cycles (unspooling and re-spooling sets) per pipeline. Shawcor Spoolable Products are designed to vent gases that permeate from the transported fluid through the liner. Permeated gases travel via the annulus containing the reinforcement layers and are released at the fittings through a vent hole in each fitting. A fraction of the permeated gases may also be released across the outer jacket along the length of the pipeline. Operational experience has shown that unrestrained Shawcor Spoolable Products installed in surface line applications may experience undesirable pipe movement during operation. Excessive pipe movement may increase the risk of damage and/or reduced integrity. In order to reduce the risk of undesirable pipe movement, Shawcor recommends implementation of some measures during the pipeline installation. These measures

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include hydro testing the line with a loose end, and securing the line at all corners or bends by trenching or sand bagging. Please refer to the Shawcor Installation Guide for further recommendations on the installation of surface lines.

6.7 Support Spacing For elevated support of Shawcor Spoolable Products, a continuous tray which is wide enough to allow for the expected thermal expansion and snaking is recommended. Shawcor Spoolable Products may also be supported using individual (non-continuous) pipe supports or hangers, as long as the expected thermal expansion can be accommodated. The pipe should be allowed to rest in a rounded cradle, with a length approximately equal to or greater than the nominal diameter of the pipe being supported. Supports should have rounded edges that will not cut into the pipe. In order to prevent excessive sag between supports, Shawcor recommends spacing the supports no farther than the distances given in Table 18. Table 18: Recommended Pipe Support Spacing for Shawcor Spoolable Products

Recommended maximum support spacing

Liquid service Gas service (m) (ft) (m) (ft)

2” 1.1 3.5 1.2 4 3” 1.2 4 1.5 5 4” 1.5 5 1.7 5.5

6.8 Buoyancy and Pipe Weights Shawcor Spoolable Products will float in water or muskeg if not weighted or buried in a clay base. If conditions are suitable, the pipeline may be plowed into muskeg without weighting. The suitability of the conditions may be evaluated based on existing pipelines in the area and consultation with Shawcor or plow installation contractors. If there is a concern that the pipe may float, the pipe can be weighted during installation. The weights should not have sharp edges that could point-load or cut the protective jacket of the product. Sand-filled saddlebag weights are recommended. When weights are used, it is extremely important that the pipe is handled and lowered into the ditch by lifting on the weights directly. Lifting on the pipe may cause the pipe to kink or be damaged by the weights. The following formulas can be used to calculate the pipe buoyancy per unit length (note that some unit conversions may be required). To keep the pipe submerged, the sand bag weight per unit length must be slightly more than the buoyancy force per unit length. Note that there will also be a buoyancy force on the sand bags themselves, which is compensated for in the formulas below.

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42 ODarea sectional-cross Pipe

density Fluidarea sectional-cross Pipepipe of length unit per displaced fluid of Weight

length unit per weightPipe-length unit per displaced fluid of Weight

pipe of length unit perbuoyancy Net

Note that the pipe will sink if the net buoyancy is less than 0.

1.1pipe oflength unit per buoyancy Net pipe oflength unit per required weight bag sand Submerged Shawcor recommends multiplying by 1.1 to ensure the pipeline is adequately weighted to remain submerged.

density Fluidbag sandby displaced fluid of Volumebag sandby displaced fluid ofWeight bag sandby displaced fluid ofWeight -airin bag sand ofWeight bag sand of weight Submerged

pipe oflength unit per required weight bag sand Submerged

bag sand of weight Submergedspacing bag Sand

Note: The sand bag spacing should be small enough to prevent the unrestrained pipe between sand bags from rising too far. The recommended dry sand bag weight is shown in Table 19 for each type of Shawcor Spoolable Products. These results are based on muskeg with a fluid density of 1121 kg/m3 (70 lb/ft3). Table 19: Recommended Sand Bag Weight for Weighting Shawcor Spoolable Products

Pipe weight per length Pipe OD Recommended

Weightsa

Recommended Maximum Spacing

(kg/m) (lbs/ft) (mm) (in) (kg) (lb) (m) (ft) FP150

3” 2.5 1.7 95 3.75 100 220 8.9 29.24” 4.0 2.7 122 4.80 100 220 5.3 17.4

FP301/HT

2” 1.7 1.1 69 2.73 27 60 5.2 17.13” 3.0 2.0 97 3.80 100 220 9.1 29.9 4” 4.9 3.3 124 4.89 100 220 5.6 18.4

FP601/HT

2” 2.5 1.7 73 2.86 27 60 5.9 19.43” 4.3 2.9 101 3.96 100 220 10.3 33.8 4” 6.9 4.6 130 5.11 200 440 12.1 39.7

FC801

3” 4.3 2.9 101 3.96 100 220 10.3 33.84” 6.9 4.6 130 5.11 200 440 12.1 39.7

aDry sandbag weight. These weights already include the recommended safety factor of 1.1 to ensure the pipe remains submerged.

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6.9 Crossings Shawcor Spoolable Products are well-suited to a variety of crossings. Design of road, railway, and highway crossings must be in accordance with the regulations of the governing body, local authority, railway company, or highway department. Where applicable, depth of cover shall not be less than the applicable requirements listed in Table 4.9 of CSA Z662 Clause 4.11. Shawcor recommends casings for:

Crossings of all public roads, highways and railways. Crossings of lease roads and general areas where only light weight traffic is

expected (cars and pickup trucks) wherever the minimum burial depth is shallower than 1.2 meters (4 ft).

Crossings of lease roads and general areas where heavy weight traffic is expected (heavy trucks, cranes) wherever the minimum burial depth is shallower than 2 meters (6.6 ft).

Each bore is unique and therefore it is the responsibility of the installation contractor to assess the soil conditions and the need for casing (see Section 5.12). Steel casings may be required by regulations. Please see the Installation Guide for information on installations involving crossings. Centering spacers are not required for isolating Shawcor Spoolable Products from the metal casing. Allowing the pipe to snake inside the casing can accommodate minor thermal length changes of the pipeline in the casing. Pipe must be suitably restrained at conduit exits. Refer to Section 5.11 for guidance. Clause 13.1.4.7 of CSA Z662 requires protection to be provided for the pipe at entry and exit points of the casing to prevent unacceptable shear and bending loads that could develop from settlement and embedment consolidation. A well-compacted trench bottom and bedding, exit and entry sand bagging, or other suitable protection should be provided. Cathodic Protection (CP) of the steel casing is not required unless requested by the local authority, railway company or highway department. If it is required, CP can be provided by installing sacrificial anodes on the casing.

6.10 Risers Shawcor Spoolable Products may be terminated underground with either a flange or weld neck fitting. Alternatively, it can be brought to surface and supported by a metal support tray (riser support) mounted onto pilings. The purpose of the riser support is to prevent unnecessary shear or tensile loads on the pipe that could be caused by settling of backfill and earth movement. Sand bagging or other suitable protection should be

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provided at the horizontal transition of the pipe to the riser support. For further information regarding risers see the Installation Guide. The aboveground portion of the riser must be covered with insulation or white Polyken tape. Shawcor Spoolable Products should be protected from mechanical damage similar to other piping materials above ground, depending on expected hazards in the area. Shawcor Spoolable Products is a ductile material and can withstand reasonable impact even at low temperatures.

6.11 Tracer Wire Shawcor Spoolable Products are non-metallic. Therefore, tracer wire is required for buried installations to allow for future location of the pipe. The tracer wire should be installed simultaneously with the pipe and checked for electrical continuity immediately after installation. The wire termination points should be secured and clearly marked at readily accessible locations above ground.

6.12 Cold Temperature Installation Shawcor Spoolable Products can be installed in cold, winter conditions, provided that precautions are taken. The precautions are based on the temperature of the pipe; therefore, wind-chill conditions do not apply. Consideration must also be given to the difference between the ambient temperature and the actual pipe temperature. Shawcor Spoolable Products have very low thermal conductivity, which means that it cools down or heats up very slowly. As a result, if pipe is stored outside overnight, the pipe may be much cooler than the ambient temperature the next day. When necessary, the entire reel of pipe must be pre-heated to a temperature above -25˚C (-13˚F) prior to deploying (unspooling) or plowing. Please refer to the Shawcor Installation Guide for recommended precautions for installing pipe at temperatures below freezing.

6.13 Heat Tracing Shawcor Spoolable Products may be heated by means of a heat tracer wire to prevent freezing. However, the heat tracer must be separated from the pipe by an insulation barrier to prevent concentrated hot spots or over-heating of the jacket. Shawcor recommends a sandwich type insulated barrier with an insulation/heat-trace/insulation configuration, as shown in Figure 7. Because the pipe jacket material is

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a very poor thermal conductor, concentrated hot spots will appear directly below the heat tracing wire if an insulated barrier is not used. The maximum operating temperature of FPLP and FCLP is 60°C (140°F). Therefore, it is very important to select the insulation thickness and the amount of heat tracing per unit length of pipe accordingly.

Figure 7: Sandwich Type Insulated Barrier Configuration

6.14 Fitting Installation Shawcor proprietary fittings can be installed in the field in 20 to 30 minutes by an experienced technician, and must be installed by certified technicians with specialized tools and equipment. Shawcor works with contractors and customers to provide certification training so that certified third-party contractors can provide the fitting installation service. Alternatively, Shawcor can provide certified fitting installation technicians. Fitting installation equipment is engineered and designed specifically for Shawcor Spoolable Products, and is available from Shawcor on a rental basis.

6.15 Cathodic Protection Shawcor Spoolable Products are corrosion resistant and do not require cathodic protection. Wherever regulations require cathodic protection for buried metallic fittings, Shawcor can make available ribbon anode kits tailored for Shawcor fittings. Further information is available in Section 3.5.

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6.16 Tying into Steel – Welding Shawcor has designed a weld neck fitting to accommodate tying into existing steel lines, or steel risers. This fitting eliminates the need for a buried flanged connection. See Section 3.3 for more details on the materials used in weld neck fittings.

6.17 Tying into Plastic Transitions from Shawcor Spoolable Products to poly or other pipeline materials can be achieved by using transition fittings designed for the other pipeline material. These fittings can be connected to Shawcor fittings by means of welding or standard flanged connections as appropriate. For example, a poly-to-steel transition fitting can be welded to a Shawcor weld neck fitting to form a poly-to-Shawcor Spoolable Product transition fitting.

6.18 Field Pressure Testing of New Pipelines Shawcor Spoolable Products are designed to accommodate the pressure-testing requirements specified by regulatory standards and codes. Due to the safety factors built into the pipeline design, there is no need to upgrade to a higher pressure-rated pipe if testing is required above the stated MAOP. Field pressure testing requirements and recommendations for Shawcor Spoolable Products depend on whether the pipeline is a new installation or a tie-in or repair job. Shawcor recommends that new pipelines that have not been placed in operation be subjected to a hydrostatic hold test at 1.25 x MAOP as shown in Table 20. Refer to Section 8.6 for hydrostatic testing of pipelines that have already been placed in operation. Table 20: New Pipeline Hydrostatic Test Pressures and Durations

Pressure Rating 2,068 kPa (300 psi)

5,171 kPa (750 psi)

10,342 kPa (1,500 psi)

13,790 kPa (2,000 psi)

Flexpipe Systems Grade 150 301 601 801

Product Line Hydrostatic test pressure and duration

FlexPipe Linepipe (FPLP)

2,586 kPa (375 psi) / 24 hrs.

6,467 kPa (938 psi) / 24 hrs.

12,928 kPa (1,875 psi) / 24

hrs.

FlexPipe Linepipe High Temperature (FPLP HT)

6,467 kPa (938 psi) / 24 hrs.

12,928 kPa (1,875 psi) / 24

hrs.

FlexCord Linepipe (FCLP)

17,237 kPa (2,500 psi) / 8

hrs.

Check with local regulations to ensure required hydrostatic test pressures are met. Shawcor requires monitoring the system carefully to ensure that the pipeline

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does not exceed 1.5 x MAOP at any point along the pipeline including low points at any time during the hydrostatic test. Suggested procedures for pressure testing new pipelines are given in the Shawcor Installation Guide. Pressure test failures involving compressible media such as air result in the sudden uncontrolled release of a great deal of energy, with the potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. For safety reasons, pressure testing with a gas medium is acceptable for test pressures up to 2900 kPa (420 psi), provided that the below conditions are considered. Pressure testing with air or gas above 2900 kPa (420 psi) is at the discretion of the engineering resources of the pipeline operating company, but must also consider the conditions listed below:

It is not prohibited by local regulations or standards; Appropriate precautions are taken to protect the pipeline from damage and

minimize the risks associated with a pressure test failure. Under no circumstances will Shawcor be liable in any way for any loss, damage or injury of any kind (whether direct, consequential, punitive or otherwise) incurred as a result of the use of a gas medium for pressure testing. To minimize the potential risk of injury or property damage in the unlikely event of a pressure test failure, a relatively incompressible liquid such as water is recommended as the pressurizing medium. Methanol is compatible with Shawcor Spoolable Products and is commonly used as an additive to prevent water from freezing at low temperatures. Where new Shawcor pipelines have been hydrotested in sections or require repair after a successful hydrotest prior to operation, retesting of the entire pipeline system is not required after tying in provided:

Pipe sections used for tie-ins, repairs, or replacement are pre-tested as per Table 20 where required by local regulations or standards.

Joints of the tie-ins, repairs, or replacements are left exposed as the pipeline is brought into service and visually monitored for leaks for at least four hours, at the highest available operating pressure.

Note: Pressure testing pipelines to a pressure greater than MAOP is generally only appropriate after original construction and prior to a pipeline being put in operation.

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7 Accessories The following sections cover some of the tools and equipment that are commonly used for the installation of Shawcor Spoolable Products. For more detailed information on tools and accessories, please refer to the Shawcor Installation Guide.

7.1 A-frames A-frames are steel structures used to hold the reel while the pipe is being deployed and are available on a rental basis. Please contact your Shawcor representative for more information. The following reference drawings are available from Shawcor upon request:

8FT A-Frame Drawing 4FT A-Frame Drawing

7.2 Turn Table and Lifting device for Coiled pipe Turn tables and lifting devices are steel structures required to handle and deploy coiled Shawcor Spoolable Products and are available either on a rental basis or drawings can be provided upon request. Please contact your Shawcor representative for more information.

7.3 Riser Support Trays Riser trays support the pipe as it comes out of the ground to connect to surface pipe (see Section 6.10). Shawcor offers 45°, 90° and S-bend riser support trays for each pipe size, as well as hardware for securing the pipe to the tray. The following reference drawings are available from Shawcor upon request:

45° Riser Drawing 90° Riser Drawing S-bend Riser Drawing

7.4 Pull Tools Shawcor offers several types of pull tools for the installation of Shawcor Spoolable Products. Please refer to the Installation Guide for further information on the available pull tools.

7.5 Sacrificial Anodes Shawcor anode kits consist of a magnesium ribbon anode connected to a copper lead wire, along with a roll of cloth tape to fix the anode to the pipe and a stainless steel hose clamp to secure the lead wire to the fitting. Please refer to Section 3.5 for more information on performance and installation.

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8 Operations

8.1 Startup In the case of large temperature differences between the pipeline and the conveyed fluid, startup procedures for Shawcor Spoolable Products should include a gradual or stepped flow increase to allow for gradual temperature and pressure changes in the system.

8.2 Pigging Shawcor Spoolable Products are suitable for pigging. However, Shawcor Spoolable Product fittings have an ID that is smaller than the ID of the pipe. To ensure proper pigging, the use of a medium-density foam bullet pig, or a Shawcor disc (cleaning) pig is required. Use of a pig not approved by Shawcor could result in the pig becoming stuck in a fitting. Shawcor supplies tags for installation on risers to warn operators of the temperature limitations of the pipe and pigging restrictions of the fittings. Shawcor recommends medium-density (5 lb) foam bullet pigs for dewatering and Shawcor polyurethane disk pigs for removing wax build-up. The foam bullet pigs are also available with a polyurethane coated tip, which provides protection against damage during pigging operations. Ball pigs and brush pigs must not be used. Shawcor polyurethane disk pigs are designed specifically for Shawcor Spoolable Products, and offer more aggressive cleaning. However, a greater pressure differential is required to move them through fittings, and they require the presence of some liquid in the pipeline to provide lubrication. Polyurethane pigs are available from Shawcor in a variety of durometers to suit different pigging requirements (see Table 21). Table 21: Custom Polyurethane Disk Pigs

Size Durometer Color

2” 80 Yellow 70 Green

3” 80 Yellow 70 Green 60 Purple

4” 70 Green 60 Purple

Shawcor polyurethane pigs cannot be used for threaded fittings, and are not recommended for any T fittings or welded thin-wall elbows. They may be used with schedule 40 or 80 welded elbows (45° or 90°). If a pigging program is required on a Shawcor line joining another line, Shawcor recommends a y-lateral joint (see Section 3.1), oriented to allow the pig to enter the joint from one of the arms and exit from the

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bottom of the Y. Pig launchers must be sized to accommodate the Shawcor pig dimensions as indicated in Table 22. Table 22: Shawcor Pig Dimensions for Shawcor Spoolable Products

Pipe Size (nominal)

Shawcor polyurethane pig

diameter

Shawcor polyurethane pig

length Required pressure

differentiala

(in) (mm) (in) (mm) (in) (kPa) (psi) 2” 57.2 2.25 101.6 4.0 138 20 3” 82.6 3.25 139.7 5.5 207 30 4” 104.9 4.13 165.1 6.5 276 40

aRequired pressure differential is approximate and assumes the line is lubricated.

8.3 Hot Oiling Shawcor Spoolable Products can be hot oiled. The maximum allowable operating pressure and temperature of Shawcor Spoolable Products listed in Section 5.2.1 must not be exceeded at any time during the hot oiling procedure. Contact Shawcor to discuss the details of your hot oiling program.

8.4 Static Electricity Standard operating and maintenance procedures for handling non-conductive pipe and dissipation of static electricity apply when working with Shawcor Spoolable Products. Static charge on a plastic pipe can be generated by friction during the physical handling of the pipe in storage, shipping, installation, and repairing operations. Also, flowing gas in an operational plastic pipe containing particulate matter in the form of scale, rust, or dirt can generate static electricity. Other causes of static charge include gas flow disrupters such as pipe elbows, valves, neck-downs, and leaks. Discharge of static electricity in the presence of a flammable gas-air mixture may cause an explosion or fire and result in property damage and/or personal injury. When conditions exist such that a flammable gas-air mixture may be encountered and static charges may be present, all company (pipeline operator, utility, contractor, etc.) procedures for static electricity safety and control should be followed, including procedures for discharging static electricity and personal protection. Information on handling static electricity in plastic pipelines is available in Occupational Safety and Health Administration Hazard Information Bulletin dated September 30, 1988.

8.5 Secondary Excavations Excavation near installed pipe is the most common risk to the integrity of operational Shawcor Spoolable Products due to the potential for external damage. The preferred method for excavating buried pipe is hydro-excavation (hydrovac). The following practices are recommended to minimize the risk of external damage to the pipe:

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Identify the location of the Shawcor Spoolable Product using the tracer wire installed with the pipe.

Follow hydro-excavation procedures that comply with industry best practices for excavation of thermoplastic piping, including: o Use of protective tips (eg rubber, neoprene, etc) on spray nozzles and suction

hoses. o Use of multi-jet nozzles with diverging spray patterns; not oscillating, rotating, or

converging pattern nozzles. o Continuous movement of the spray wand while excavating. o A distance of at least 12” between the spray nozzle and the pipe. o Spray pressures as low as practical and not above 1500 psi. o Water temperatures below 40˚C (104˚F).

Inspect the exposed pipe thoroughly after the excavation is complete. Support the weight of exposed pipe at intervals of not greater than 6m (20 feet). Take appropriate precautions to avoid impact or sustained pressure from sharp or

heavy objects. Exercise care during any mechanical excavation near Shawcor Spoolable Products. Inspect all exposed Shawcor Spoolable Products for external damage prior to

backfilling. Replace any sections of Shawcor Spoolable Products that are damaged during

excavation. Use proper backfill procedures.

8.6 Field Pressure Testing of Existing Pipelines When a cut out is replaced, a failure is repaired or a tie-in is connected to a previously operating pipeline, the integrity of the new pipe section and the connections used to join or repair the pipeline is ensured as follows:

Pipe sections used for tie-ins, repairs, or replacement are pre-tested as per Table 20 where required by local regulations or standards.

Joints of the tie-ins, repairs, or replacements are left exposed as the pipeline is brought into service and visually monitored for leaks for at least four hours, at the highest available operating pressure.

Note: Pressure testing pipelines to a pressure greater than MAOP is generally only appropriate after original construction and prior to a pipeline being put in operation.

8.7 Shutdown Procedures Shawcor Products containing high pressure gas or CO2 (including multiphase or liquid content, water, oil, CO2 dense phase, etc) have the unique characteristic of having a high rate of gas permeation that is typical of a gas service. Accordingly, it is recommended to depressurize these lines slowly, at a rate similar to what is typical for gas pipelines. This is to allow enough time for the gas that has permeated through the

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liner and into the annular space to vent out to the atmosphere via the vent hole provided on each fitting, thus reducing the external pressure that may result in a liner collapse. It is recommended to slowly depressurize the pipeline (i.e. no more than 100 psi per hour) to 50 psi and hold for 24 hours to allow the permeated gas to vent out. The same recommendation applies to gas pipelines rich in CO2.

9 Reliability

9.1 History As of 2013, over 16 million meters (53 million feet) of Shawcor Spoolable Products and 70 thousand fittings have been installed throughout Western Canada, the United States, and internationally. Shawcor Spoolable Products are currently in service carrying a wide range of liquid and gas media, at various operational temperatures and pressures up to and including the published limits. A number of different installation methods have been employed over a wide range of climate, soil, and terrain conditions. Shawcor Spoolable Products continuously meet the extensive challenges of operation in demanding applications, and have earned an excellent record as high quality and dependable products in the field. This has been demonstrated through numerous evaluations of operating pipelines in a variety of applications.

9.2 Leak Testing Approximately 53 km (174,000 feet) of in-service gas gathering pipelines, including over 140 coupling and end fittings, have been tested for gas leaks by an independent emission detection company. No gas was detected along any of the pipelines and only trace amounts of gas were detected at the surface end fitting vent holes, as expected.

9.3 Cut-outs In order to satisfy Canadian regulatory requirements, Shawcor has cut out and tested a number of pipe samples after two years of service to validate the long-term performance of Shawcor Spoolable Products. In all cases, destructive burst testing results of the cut-out samples exceeded the minimum acceptable levels. In addition, detailed dissections were carried out and none of the samples showed any indications of degradation. The results of the destructive burst testing are found in Figure 8. These results demonstrate that there is no degradation of pipe performance after two years of service.

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Figure 8: Cut-out Burst Test Results

9.4 Reliability Management The reliability of Shawcor Spoolable Products is dependent on the proper engineering, installation and operation of the pipeline system. The following steps are crucial in assuring the pipeline system will operate as intended:

Material Selection: o Shawcor offers an application evaluation process for all pipeline systems. o Make certain the pipeline end user provides accurate operating

parameters to Shawcor for assessment. o Ensure Shawcor provides project specific recommendations regarding

selection of the best product, optimal system design, and operational considerations for the intended application.

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o Shawcor offers an Installation Guide for use by pipeline end users and third party installation contractors.

o Make certain the installation crew is in compliance with Shawcor comprehensive installation program documented by a currently valid individual ticket number certification.

o Ensure the installation of risers and other transition locations are properly supported per the Installation Guide and best engineering practice.

Operational Considerations: The following considerations are important to maintaining the integrity of Shawcor Spoolable Products.

o Ensuring the pipeline is being operated within the parameters provided during the application evaluation. Contact Shawcor to discuss any observed variances.

o Ensuring liquids do not freeze inside of the pipe. o Avoiding fluid hammer due to rapid opening or closing of valves, or water

surge due to abrupt pump starts and stops etc. o Following Shawcor recommendations regarding hot oiling and chemical

treatment. o Ensuring an adequate pigging program is in place to avoid wax build up. o Utilizing appropriate hazard controls for prevention of external damage to

surface pipelines. The most significant risk to the integrity of Shawcor Spoolable Products is external damage. The risk of external damage during operation most commonly arises due to excavation near installed Shawcor Spoolable Products. Recommended practices to minimize this risk are given in Section 8.5.

9.5 Integrity Verification Many operators elect to limit their integrity verification activities to an initial pressure test after installation. Some operating companies may choose to exceed normal industry practice by incorporating one or more of the activities listed below into their integrity verification activities, in line with their risk management strategies. It would typically be appropriate for an operating company to make use of the options below. Integrity verification options for Shawcor Spoolable Products include: Visual inspection of jacket. Where pipe is exposed above surface the jacket can be

inspected for discoloration that may indicate UV degradation. Visual inspection for corrosion of metallic fittings. The external condition of a fitting

can be inspected by removing the denso tape. The condition of the interior coating of a flanged fitting can be inspected visually after unbolting the flanged connection. It is recommended that new gaskets and denso tape be used during reassembly.

Gas detection testing. Fittings can be checked for leaks during operation using gas detection equipment. Shawcor has performed this type of inspection on numerous buried and surface fittings in Canada in accordance with requirements of the local regulatory authority (see Section 9.2).

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Integrity Pressure Testing. To verify the integrity of the pipe after a period of operation a pressure test may be conducted over a duration of 4 hours at the lesser of either the maximum allowable operating pressure or 1.25 times the normal operating pressure.

Cut-out testing. A method for confirming pipe integrity is to remove a sample of pipe approximately 10-15 feet in length and have it tested. Shawcor offers integrity assessment testing and analysis of such samples. Refer to Section 8.6.

The extent and frequency of the integrity testing program is to be determined by the operating company on a case by case basis, as required by pipeline modifications implemented to the equipment, service type, and/or operating conditions.

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10 Appendix

Product Data Sheets

PRODUCT DATA BULLETINComposite Production Systems FlexPipe Linepipe (FPLP)

FlexPipe Linepipe (FPLP)Maximum Operating Pressure @ 60°C or 140°F

Nominal Size 3" 4" 2" 3" 4" 2" 3" 4"Outside Diameter Metric (mm) 95 122 69 97 124 73 101 130

Imperial (inches) 3.75 4.80 2.73 3.80 4.89 2.86 3.96 5.11Inside Diameter Metric (mm) 77 99 54 77 99 54 77 99

Imperial (inches) 3.02 3.90 2.12 3.02 3.90 2.12 3.02 3.90Weight Metric (kg/m) 2.6 4.0 1.7 3.0 4.9 2.4 4.3 6.9

Imperial (lbs/ft) 1.7 2.7 1.1 2 3.3 1.6 2.9 4.6Min. Bend Radius (operational) Metric (m) 1.8 2.1 1.2 1.8 2.1 1.2 1.8 2.1

Imperial (ft) 6 7 4 6 7 4 6 7Length / Reel* Metric (m) 760 750 1100 760 735 1100 700 570

Imperial (ft) 2495 2460 3610 2495 2410 3610 2300 1870Reel Diameter Metric (m) 3.7 3.7 3.7 3.7 3.7 3.7 3.7 3.7

Imperial (ft) 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12Reel Width Metric (m) 1.2 2.4 1.2 1.2 2.4 1.2 1.2 2.4

Imperial (ft) 4 8 4 4 8 4 4 8Reel Weight – Full* Metric (kg) 2760 4283 2635 3100 5013 3450 3820 5493

Imperial (lbs) 6100 9430 5800 6800 11030 7600 8400 12130Reel Weight – Empty Metric (kg) 680 1150 680 680 1150 680 680 1150

Imperial (lbs) 1500 2530 1500 1500 2530 1500 1500 2530Fitting Outside Diameter** Metric (mm) 110.7 139.7 80.5 110.7 139.7 85.1 115.6 144.3

Imperial (inches) 4.36 5.50 3.21 4.36 5.50 3.35 4.55 5.68Fitting Inside Diameter** Metric (mm) 63.5 85.9 44.5 63.5 85.9 44.5 63.5 85.9

Imperial (inches) 2.50 3.38 1.75 2.50 3.38 1.75 2.50 3.38

Flow Coefficients

Hazen & Williams 150

Darcy Weisbach e=0.000005 ft or 0.0015 mm

Manning 0.009

*Length and reel weights are approximate as they may vary depending on the manufacturing run.

**Fitting dimensions do not include O.D. of flange provided for Flanged End Fittings.

**Fitting O.D. and I.D. apply to Flanged End, Weld-neck and Pipe-to-Pipe Coupling fittings.

Product data is subject to change without notice. Shawcor's products are patented by US Patents 6,889,716, 6,902,205, 7,946,629 B2

and 8,042,252 B2 by Canada Patents 2,513,506, 2,513,468 and 2,562,823 and by European Patent 1592908. Additional patents are pending.

©ShawCor Ltd., 2015.

Rev #003: 11/17/2015

FP150 FP3012,068 kPa / 300 psi 5,171 kPa / 750 psi

FP60110,342 kPa / 1,500 psi

PRODUCT DATA BULLETINComposite Production Systems FlexPipe Linepipe High Temperature (FPLP HT)

FlexPipe Linepipe High Temperature (FPLP HMaximum Operating Pressure @ 82°C or 180°F

Nominal Size 2" 3" 4" 2" 3" 4"Outside Diameter Metric (mm) 69 97 124 73 101 130

Imperial (inches) 2.73 3.80 4.89 2.86 3.96 5.11Inside Diameter Metric (mm) 54 77 99 54 77 99

Imperial (inches) 2.12 3.02 3.90 2.12 3.02 3.90Weight Metric (kg/m) 1.7 3.0 4.9 2.4 4.3 6.9

Imperial (lbs/ft) 1.1 2.0 3.3 1.6 2.9 4.6Min. Bend Radius (operational) Metric (m) 1.2 1.8 2.1 1.2 1.8 2.1

Imperial (ft) 4 6 7 4 6 7Length / Reel* Metric (m) 1120 760 735 1120 700 570

Imperial (ft) 3675 2495 2410 3675 2300 1870Reel Diameter Metric (m) 3.7 3.7 3.7 3.7 3.7 3.7

Imperial (ft) 12 12 12 12 12 12Reel Width Metric (m) 1.2 1.2 2.4 1.2 1.2 2.4

Imperial (ft) 4 4 8 4 4 8Reel Weight – Full* Metric (kg) 2635 3100 5013 3450 3820 5493

Imperial (lbs) 5800 6800 11030 7600 8400 12130Reel Weight – Empty Metric (kg) 680 680 1150 680 680 1150

Imperial (lbs) 1500 1500 2530 1500 1500 2530Fitting Outside Diameter** Metric (mm) 8105 110.7 139.7 85.1 115.6 144.3

Imperial (inches) 3.21 4.36 5.5 3.35 4.55 5.68Fitting Inside Diameter** Metric (mm) 44.5 63.5 85.9 44.5 63.5 85.9

Imperial (inches) 1.75 2.50 3.38 1.75 2.50 3.38

Flow CoefficientsHazen & Williams 150Darcy Weisbach e=0.000005 ft or 0.0015 mmManning 0.009







Rev #003: 11/17/2015

FP301 HT FP601 HT5,171 kPa / 750 psi 10,342 kPa / 1,500 psi

PRODUCT DATA BULLETINComposite Production Systems FlexCord Linepipe (FCLP)

FlexCord Linepipe (FCLP) - 800 ANSIMaximum Operating Pressure @ 60°C or 140°F

Nominal Size 3" 4"

Outside Diameter Metric (mm) 99 128

Imperial (inches) 3.91 5.03

Inside Diameter Metric (mm) 77 99


Weight Metric (kg/m) 5.1 8.6

Imperial (lbs/ft) 3.5 5.8

Min. Bend Radius (operational) Metric (m) 1.8 2.1

Imperial (ft) 6 7

Length / Reel* Metric (m) 575 485

Imperial (ft) 1890 1590

Reel Diameter Metric (m) 3.7 3.7

Imperial (ft) 12 12

Reel Width Metric (m) 1.2 2.4

Imperial (ft) 4 8

Reel Weight – Full* Metric (kg) 3817 7036

Imperial (lbs) 8415 15479

Reel Weight – Empty Metric (kg) 680 1150

Imperial (lbs) 1500 2530

Fitting Outside Diameter** Metric (mm) 115.6 144.3


Fitting Inside Diameter** Metric (mm) 63.5 85.9


Flow Coefficients

Hazen & Williams 150

Darcy Weisbach e=0.000005 ft or 0.0015 mm

Manning 0.009







Rev #003: 11/17/2015

FC80113,790 kPa / 2,000 psi

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