DACE Labour Norms Piping V2
DACE Labour Norms Piping V2
This section includes Labour Norms and material factors for the prefabrication and assembly of piping systems.
For the general description of these Labour Norms we refer to the “DACE Labour Norms / general description”.
The measuring system is intended for the settlement and the assessment of the progress of the piping installation.
To allow assessment of the installation steps, they have been divided into measured items (item 3.1 'fitting pipes in
plant’ thru item 9.1 'mounting supports’).
The tables show the measured items of the main dimensions used in the measuring system.
"LABOUR NORM"
The table specifies a Labour Norm for the different nominal bores and wall thicknesses at each measured item.
Please note that the unit of quantity ‘1’, as follows per 1 m, per 1 piece, per 1 kg etc. is always applicable to this
Labour Norm.
Using Labour Norms, the values of these measured items will become dimensionless and bear a fixed relation to
each other.
In fixing the number of linear metres, allowance is made for the measurements from pipe centre to pipe centre or to
flange front.
Remarks regarding the use of the measuring system:
The price of separate measured items (which corresponds with a unit rate) is calculated by multiplying
the relevant Labour Norms from the table by the labour rate
The price of installation of a complete pipeline or a complete piping system is calculated by multiplying
the relevant sum of Labour Norms by the labour rate
The measuring table only specifies the major dimensions; during settlement all intermediate values
can be calculated or, if necessary, determined for valuation through interpolation
The influence of various materials on the installation to be carried out is reflected in what is known as
the material multiplication factors; they are only used for measured items 5.1 thru 5.6. (see enclosure
to the measuring table)
The table shows the Labour Norms, which depend on the nominal bore on the wall thickness, only
once per action
In case the Labour Norm is influenced by parameters other than 'wall thickness', ‘pressure rating’ and
'nominal bore', the Labour Norm relate to typical values. Intermediate values are calculated for the
settlement or, if necessary, for the valuation through interpolation
The measuring system is valid for the classification of items shown in the table. A further subdivision
where, for example, a distinction is made between prefabrication and installation at site, is not made. It
is possible that certain activities have to be carried out under special conditions. In this case
correction factors can be applied, as specified in the general description
The in this paragraph specified Labour Norms are based on activities in the plant / field. For the
Labour Norms for prefabrication the listed Labour Norms must be multiplied with an efficiency factor.
This efficiency factor is dependant upon the circumstances as in the prefabrication shop
In determining the Labour Norms, the nominal bore is decisive
The definitions of items of the measuring list are dealt with in paragraph 12.0. This is done for clarity sake and to
define the contents of different items used.
4.0 Fittings
Only for parts with circumferentially welded connection on each end not suitable for such parts as weldolets,
nipolets, reinforced branches, half couplings etc.
Mitre bends: only bends which are supplied as prefabricated part, i.e., those included in the parts list as
complete built-in component, are considered to be fittings.
5.0 Welds
These operations are performed on parts having a slip-on or socket end (socket weld flanges, socket
sleeves) type of connection.
For settlement purposes, the outside pipe diameter and following wall thicknesses are adhered to:
CrNiTi steel PN < 100 bar and < 600 lbs or s = 10S
PN > 100 bar and > 600 lbs or s = STD
All other PN < 100 bar and < 600 lbs or s = STD
materials PN > 100 bar and > 600 lbs or s = XS
For slip on flanges to ANSI B16.5 and lap-joint collars to DIN 2655 and 2656, 2 fillet welds are
compensated for.
When T nozzles or non-reinforced branches are welded, the calculation relates to the outside diameter and
wall thickness of the nozzle.
If reinforced branches are involved, the outside diameter and the largest nozzle wall thickness specified in
the material take off are adhered to.
The time norm for item 5.5 are calculated from the outside diameter of the nozzle and the wall thickness of
the reinforcement ring.
This measured item also includes inclined (other than 90º) nozzles which are compensated as per
measured item 5.4 multiplied with a factor of 1.4.
For the complete branch, measured item 5.4 is compensated for additionally.
For the calculation of the welded joint, the outside diameter and the wall thickness of the continuous pipe
are adhered to.
With nipolets, sockolets and thredolets up to DN < 80 and < 3", respectively, instead of the dimension of
the connection the following uniform wall thicknesses are adhered to for the nozzle weld:
From DN > 80 and > 3", respectively, the wall thicknesses listed at measured item 3.2 are applicable.
Remarks: This measured item is compensated only once per cut performed.
This measured item is only compensated for if the parts are intended to be re-used.
This item is also used for screwed connection at detachable screwed joints.
Remark: The number of points is calculated on the basis of the nominal bore of the pipe
(and not on the basis of the inside diameter of the screw thread section).
7.0 Valves
In calculating the compensation for safety valves, allowance is made for the nominal bore on inlet side.
The costs of making joints (weld, flange, screw thread etc.) are compensated for separately.
For position controllers, position indicators, float chamber etc., the number of time norms (nominal
connection dimension of reservoir and pipe) is compensated for three times.
Remarks: Only 1 (one) flanged connection, as referred to under measured items 6.1 to 6.4, is
compensated for. Characteristic of these valves is that they have no flanges constructed to the
body for example butterfly valves and wafer type control valves.
All welded and soldered joints, flanged and threaded connections made by the contractor are subject to a
tightness test.
Spraying on or brush-applying a foaming agent during pressure tests with gas according to specification, at
different pressures.
Performing acceptance test according to the relevant instructions, emptying the system, releasing the
locking devices at the spring hangers and spiral springs, removing the provisional connections.
The cost of placing and pulling spades is compensated for separately, as referred to under measured item
6.5, the relevant value is multiplied by a factor of 1.7.
The cost of dismounting and re-assembling the valves after completion of the tests is compensated for as
referred to under measured items 7.1 thru 7.6, the relevant value is multiplied by a factor of 1.7.
The cost of dismounting and re-assembling flanged connections is compensated for as referred to under
measured items 6.1 thru 6.4, the relevant value is multiplied by a factor of 1.7.
Compensation: per linear metre of pipe, as specified under measured item 3.1.
9.0 Miscellaneous
Compensation: 0.3 x Labour Norm per complete support plus 0.032 x Labour Norm per kilo.
10.0 Dismounting
Dumping all useless parts in a container made available by client at the site.
The overall length of dismounted pipe is settled, including the length of the fittings and flanges.
Compensation: 0.7 x the Labour Norm of measured items 6.1 thru 6.4.
Compensation: 0.7 x the Labour Norm of the relevant measured items 7.1 thru 7.6.
The factors listed below are only valid for welding activities as mentioned under item 3.1 till 3.6 from the Labour
Norms.
St 45 1.0408 A53
C 21 1.0432 A105
X5 NiCrMoCuNb 20 18 1.4505
17 CrMoV 10 1.7766
20 CrMoV 13 5 1.7779
X8 CrNiNb 16 13 1.4961
X8 CrNiMoNb 16 16 1.4981
Calculation Example
Activities to be performed :
Nom. Diam
1"/25 2"/50 3"/80
1,1 Installation of pipe in plant (ISBL) 400 2000 800
500 750
500 500
750
900
1000
600
700
Total [mm] 400 6950 2050
Total [m] 0,4 7,0 2,1
1,2 Install pipe on sleepers/in rack (OSBL)
2,1 Fitting with 1 end Flange 1 7 1
Elbow 3 2
2,2 Fitting with 2 ends
Reducer 1
2,3 Fitting with 3 ends Tee 3
3,1 Butt weld 2 20 6
of which : prefab welds 2 17 5
field welds 3 1
3,2 Fillet weld
3,3 Mittre weld
3,4 Branch weld
3,5 Reinforcing ring
3,6 Olet weld 1
3,7 Cutting pipe in case of changes
4,1 150# , PN 10-16
4,2 Flanged- 300# , PN 25-40 1 7 1
4,3 connections 600#- 900# , PN 64-160
4,4 1500#- 2500# , PN 250-320
4,5 Spectacle blind, blind flange, spades
4,6 Bending of pipes
4,7 Cutting thread
4,8 Threaded connection
5,1 150# , PN 10-16
5,2 300# , PN 25-40 2
Installation
5,3 600#- 900# , PN 64-160
of valve
5,4 1500#- 2500# , PN 250-320
5,5 Incl. drive
5,6 Installation of wafer-type valve
6,1 Pressure testing : hydrostatic/pneumatic [mm] 500 9000 2700
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Size DIN 1" / 25 2" / 50 3" / 80
Outside diameter in mm 33,4 60,3 88,9
Thickness in mm 2,8 2,8 3,1
Schedule 10S 10S 10S
A C1 C2 C3 C4 D E F1 F2 A C1 C2 C3 C4 D E F1 F2 A C1 C2 C3 C4 D E F1 F2
F1 =AxC1xE F1 =AxC1xE F1 =AxC1xE
D=C1xC2xC3xC4 F2 =AxDxE D=C1xC2xC3xC4 F2 =AxDxE D=C1xC2xC3xC4 F2 =AxDxE
1,1 Installation of pipe in plant (ISBL) 0,26 1,00 1,10 1,00 1,00 1,10 0,4 0,10 0,11 0,31 1,00 1,10 1,00 1,00 1,10 7,0 2,17 2,39 0,37 1,00 1,10 1,00 1,00 1,10 2,1 0,78 0,85
1,2 Install pipe on sleepers/in rack (OSBL) 0,22 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 0,26 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 0,31 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00
2,1 Fitting with 1 end 0,22 1,00 1,10 1,00 1,00 1,10 1 0,22 0,24 0,36 1,00 1,10 1,00 1,00 1,10 7 2,52 2,77 0,54 1,00 1,10 1,00 1,00 1,10 1 0,54 0,59
2,2 Fitting with 2 ends 0,31 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 0,52 1,00 1,10 1,00 1,00 1,10 3 1,56 1,72 0,77 1,00 1,10 1,00 1,00 1,10 3 2,31 2,54
2,3 Fitting with 3 ends 0,40 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 0,67 1,00 1,10 1,00 1,00 1,10 3 2,01 2,21 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00
3,1 Butt weld Prefabrication 0,55 1,30 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,30 2 1,43 0,81 1,30 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,30 17 17,90 1,09 1,30 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,30 5 7,09
Field 0,55 1,30 1,10 1,00 1,00 1,43 0,81 1,30 1,10 1,00 1,00 1,43 3 3,47 1,09 1,30 1,10 1,00 1,00 1,43 1 1,56
3,2 Fillet weld 0,33 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 0,48 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 0,65 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00
3,3 Mittre weld 0,72 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,05 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,41 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00
3,4 Branch weld 0,88 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,29 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,74 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00
3,5 Reinforcing ring 0,98 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,44 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,94 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00
3,6 Olet weld 1,09 1,30 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,30 1 1,42 1,59 1,30 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,30 2,19 1,30 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,30
3,7 Cutting pipe in case of changes 0,08 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 0,12 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 0,16 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00
4,1 150# , PN 10-16 0,50 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 0,61 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 0,76 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00
4,2 Flange- 300# , PN 25-40 0,56 1,00 1,10 1,00 1,00 1,10 1 0,62 0,68 1,00 1,10 1,00 1,00 1,10 7 5,24 0,86 1,00 1,10 1,00 1,00 1,10 1 0,95
4,3 connection 600#- 900# , PN 64-160 0,62 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 0,76 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 0,95 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00
4,4 1500#- 2500# , PN 250-320 0,70 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 0,85 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,07 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00
4,5 Spectacle blind, blind flange, spades 0,10 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 0,12 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 0,15 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00
4,6 Bending of pipes 0,21 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 0,36 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00
4,7 Cutting thread 0,12 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 0,20 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 0,34 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00
4,8 Threaded connection 0,10 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 0,17 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 0,29 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00
5,1 150# , PN 10-16 0,31 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 0,63 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00
5,2 300# , PN 25-40 0,35 1,00 1,10 1,00 1,00 1,10 0,70 1,00 1,10 1,00 1,00 1,10 2 1,54 1,13 1,00 1,10 1,00 1,00 1,10
Installation
5,3 600#- 900# , PN 64-160 0,39 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 0,78 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,25 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00
of valve
5,4 1500#- 2500# , PN 250-320 0,44 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 0,88 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,40 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00
5,5 Incl. drive 0,13 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 0,25 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 0,40 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00
5,6 Installation of wafer-type valve 0,06 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 0,13 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 0,20 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00 1,00
6,1 Press. testing : hydrostatic/pneumatic 0,04 1,00 1,10 1,00 1,00 1,10 0,5 0,02 0,06 1,00 1,10 1,00 1,00 1,10 9,0 0,59 0,08 1,00 1,10 1,00 1,00 1,10 2,7 0,24
Total labour norms 3,17 0,99 26,16 19,93 10,72 6,73
Pipe spool : nom. diameter 25 3,17 0,99 RATES (INDICATIVE ) COST (INDICATIVE)
50 26,16 19,93 Rate prefabrication 50,00 Prefab part 40,05 x 50,00 = 2.003
80 10,72 6,73 Rate field 70,00 Field part 27,65 x 70,00 = 1.936
Total labour norms 40,05 27,65 Total 3.939