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Aboveground Reinforced Thermosetting Resin (RTR) Piping System Requirements was withdrawn August 2015
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Technical Correction
Process Analyzer Project Documentation Requirements Data Sheets – PCSPA01D was withdrawn in June 2012 and its contents incorporated into PCSPA001.
​This Practice provides the requirements for the quality and completeness of the project documentation required to design, procure, install, and operate an analyzer system. PIP PCSPA01D helps to establish contractual obligations regarding the technical aspects of the purchase agreement.
Technical Correction
Process Analyzer Shelter Data Sheets – PCSPA03D was withdrawn June 2012 and its contents incorporated into PCSPA003.
​This Practice provides the complete requirements for an analyzer shelter. To assure the proper operation of an analyzer system, it may be necessary to provide appropriate environmental protection. An analyzer shelter is used for added protection if the intrinsic protection offered by an analyzer enclosure is not suitable for the working environment. Analyzer shelters are not typically considered to be occupied structures.
Technical Correction
Process Analyzer Bid Proposal Data Sheets – PCSPA04D Sheets was withdrawn June 2012 and its contents incorporated into PCSPA004.
This Practice provides a standardized format for replies to requests for quotation (RFQ) for process analyzers. PIP PCSPA04D simplifies the comparison of multiple bids and ensures uniformity in the comparison both technically and commercially.
Technical Correction
Civil General Notes and Typical Details was withdrawn October 2011 and its contents have been incorporated into CVI02350.
This Practice contains common civil details used in the process industry.Area paving details are for 4- and 6-inch concrete paving intended for pedestrian and light vehicular traffic.
New Practice
Specification for Agitators
This Practice describes the minimum requirements for permanently mounted, top- and bottom-entering agitators installed in pressurized vessels, both with and without mechanical seals.
Complete Revision
Specification for Tank Mixers
This Practice does not cover requirements for process agitators, mixers, or agitators with steady bearings for shaft stabilization. Portable and clamp-on, light duty agitators, in-line and jet-type mixers, and high-speed dispersers are also not covered by this Practice. A tank mixer data sheet, RESM002-D or RESM002-DM, is included with this Practice.
This data sheet may be used to communicate purchaser requirements; however, supplemental information may be necessary to fully define process requirements. This Practice does not cover requirements for the installation of mixers.
Complete Revision
Packaged Equipment Instrumentation Data Sheet and Instructions – PCSPS002 was withdrawn January 2006 and its contents incorporated into PCSPS001.
​This Practice provides minimum technical requirements for instrumentation and controls for equipment furnished as a package.
Technical Correction
