Turbomachinery Package Specification

Taurus 60 Compressor Set and Mechanical Drive

 

 

18 Preservation, Installation, and Documentation

18.1General Description

This chapter describes preservation, general installation requirements, and project documentation.

18.2Preservation

Long term or short term preservation can be provided for the engine and package. The type of preservation required is dependent on the following:

Type of transportation (sea, air, or truck)

Climatic conditions during transport and storage

Storage period

Storage facilities

Static and dynamic loads imposed during shipment

Refer to Solar’s Product Information Letter 097 “Package Preservation and Preparation for Shipment“ for additional guidelines.

18.2.1Long-Term Preservation Long-term preservation is required if:

Equipment will be stored in an unimproved storage area for greater than 6 months before installation

Transportation is by ship

Transportation includes transshipment (package will go from truck to barge to truck, etc., e.g., rigorous loads will be encountered during shipment)

Package will be exposed to severe weather conditions during transport

18.2.2Short-Term Preservation

Short-term preservation may be acceptable if:

Equipment will be stored in an improved storage area for less than 6 months before installation

Transportation is not by ship

Transportation does not include transshipment (package will not go from truck to barge to truck, etc., e.g., rigorous loads will not be encountered during shipment)

Package will not be exposed to severe weather conditions during transport

18.3Site Requirements

Solar's gas turbine compressor sets and mechanical drives require minimal site preparation. The package is supplied with self-contained systems for starting, fuel, lube oil, and control, minimum piping and wiring connections are required for installation. All service connections are conveniently located on the outer edge of the skid.

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