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This document outlines the procedures for performing a pneumatic leak test of piping systems. It describes the relevant codes and specifications that must be followed. It requires the test medium to be dry air or nitrogen at a pressure of at least 1.1 times the design pressure. Responsibilities are assigned to production supervisors, safety supervisors, and QC inspectors. Requirements before testing include notifying authorities, protecting the system with over-pressure relief, isolating and preparing the system, and calibrating pressure gauges. The testing process involves pressurizing to specified levels and holding for minimum times while inspecting for leaks using soap solution. Documentation of the test includes project details, parameters, and results.

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Pneumatic Test

This document outlines the procedures for performing a pneumatic leak test of piping systems. It describes the relevant codes and specifications that must be followed. It requires the test medium to be dry air or nitrogen at a pressure of at least 1.1 times the design pressure. Responsibilities are assigned to production supervisors, safety supervisors, and QC inspectors. Requirements before testing include notifying authorities, protecting the system with over-pressure relief, isolating and preparing the system, and calibrating pressure gauges. The testing process involves pressurizing to specified levels and holding for minimum times while inspecting for leaks using soap solution. Documentation of the test includes project details, parameters, and results.

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PNEUMATIC TEST

2.1 SCOPE

This document describes the general procedure used for the leak test of piping system
requiring this method of leak detection.

2.2 CODES AND SPECIFICATION

ASME B31.3 - Process piping

ASME B31.1 - Power piping

ASME Section V – Nondestructive examination

Client’s specifications

(*) Latest edition

2.3 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Test medium shall be dried air or nitrogen.

The test package shall be submitted and approved by Client before testing.

Test pressure shall be not less than 1.1 times the design pressure or specification
requirements.

2.4 RESPONSIBILITIES

2.4.1 Production Supervisor

Identify the test object and test medium.

Locate the pressure gauges, test blinds, vents and drains.

2.4.2 Safety Supervisor

Safety supervisor shall confirm requirements.

He shall work in line with the Production Supervisor and QC personnel in fulfilling
requirements.

2.4.3 QC Inspector

Prepare the test package and submit to Client.

Inform the test package to client before testing.

Monitoring the test.

2.5 PRE- INSPECTION

The test shall be performed by Workshop Forman under the supervision of Production
Supervisor, QC Engineer.
All relevant documents shall be reviewed and approved by Client before testing.

Check all valve or equipment to ensure fully open position and correct direction.

2.6 SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL

Adequate measures for safety and environment control shall be established before test. All
required codes and recommendation from principal and or client shall be compiled.

As per pneumatic testing represents special risk, outmost care shall be taken during
pressurization and inspection of the system to prevent any danger to personnel or
equipment. This task shall be executed under supervision of an experienced Production
supervisor.

Tightening of plugs, caps and flange connection is not allowed at pressure above 30% of
test pressure. Pressure shall be reduced as required before tightening to carry out.

Testing area shall be marked with warning signs, signboards and to be barricade indicating
risk boundaries. Access to test area shall be limited to test personnel only. Unauthorized
works shall be away from the testing area.

2.7 REQUIREMENTS BEFORE PNEUMATIC TESTING

All relevant authorities have informed (if necessary).

The system or test equipment shall be protected by a pressure relief device having a set
pressure of 10% above the pneumatic test pressure of the system.

The system to be tested shall be properly isolated.

All valves are in the opening position.

Liquid detergent soap shall be used for pneumatic testing.

All test pressure gauges shall be calibrated and calibration certificates are available at work
site.

Range of pressure gauges shall be not less than 1.5 times or excess than 4.0 times the
design pressure.

Minimum of two gauges are required during the test. One gauge should be located at
nearest to the inlet pressure application and another at or near to the highest point of the
test system.

Temperature of the system or equipment shall monitor and record during the test.

2.8 METHOD OF PNEUMATIC TEST FOR SYSTEM

The stage of pressurize or depressurize of test object shall follow fig.- 2


All flange joints and weld seams shall be directly checked by detector solution. Application
of the solution shall be in a continuous film relatively free from bubbles. Any indication of
bubbles shall be investigated for the location of leakage and retest is required. If it is from
the connector point, pressure shall be reduced to zero and repair. If it’s from the weld
seam, they shall be dried by using compressed air or gas torch before repairing weld joint.
Retest shall be done after weld repairs have cooled down to room temperature.

Test pressure shall be held a minimum of ten minutes or specific in project specification

A pressure relief device shall be provided, having a set pressure not higher than 10% of the
test pressure.

No welding shall be performed on the equipment during testing.

2.9 DOCUMENTATIONS

The test package includes a minimum of:

a. Client’s job number / project number

b. Job number

c. Duration of hydrostatic test

d. Pressure gauge and recorder

e. Calibration certificate of instruments

f. Date of test

g. Tag name or piping spool ID

h. Test medium

i. Test pressure

j. Temperature

k. Test results
Pressure
Test pressure=1.1xP

P=Design Pressure
50% P

Holding time Time (minute)


- At 50%P to be held minimum 5 minutes
- At P to be held minimum 5 minutes
- At test pressure to be held minimum 10 minutes or Client's spec.

Fig. 2 – Pneumatic test procedure

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