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PROJECT: INDUSTRIAL SUPPORT FACILITIES

Jizan Economic City, Jizan, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

NON-SHRINK GROUT APPLICATION PROCEDURE ON

STRUCTURAL BASE PLATES
Level: General
Area: General
Grid Reference: General

AYC MOISES TABURA JIHAD SAKR EDWARDO ESPINOSA ELSAID GALAL HASSAN
QC SUPERVISOR QC MANAGER SAFETY MANAGER DEPUTY PROJECT MANAGER
SAUDI
COMMENTS APPROVAL SIGNATURE
ARAMCO
SAFETY

PID

PMT
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PURPOSE:
This procedure defines the method and practices that will be used for non-shrink grout
application such as below structural base plates, machine pads and other similar structures
where non-shrink grout is required.

LIMITATIONS:
This procedure should be applicable for the duration of the ISFB EPC-06 at Jizan Economic City
project as per the current base-line schedule or any approved revisions to the schedule.

PROPOSED MATERIAL:
SIKA GROUT 114 - For grouting application with 75mm maximum thickness
BASF Master Flow 950 For grouting with required thickness ranging from 20mm thickness
and to a maximum depth of 100mm.
Other Similar Grout Material approved by Saudi Aramco

REFERENCES:
SIKA GROUT 114 Data Sheet
BASF MasterFlow 950 Data Sheet
SAES-Q-010 Cement Based, Non-Shrink Grout for Structural and Equipment Grouting
PIP STS03601 - Epoxy Grout Specification
Project Specification SECTION 03600 - GROUT
ACI 351.1R-12 - Report on Grouting between Foundations and Bases for Support of
Equipment and Machinery
Project Schedule Q

DEFINITION:
Grout - is a particularly fluid form of concrete used to fill gaps. Grout is generally a mixture of water, cement, and
sand, and is employed in pressure grouting, embedding rebar in masonry walls, connecting sections of
pre-cast concrete, filling voids, and sealing joints. Grout is distinguished by its high viscosity
Non-Shrink Grout - is a hydraulic cement grout that produces a big volume that, when hardened under
stipulated test conditions, is greater than or equal to the original installed volume; often used as a
transfer medium between load-bearing members.
Flowable Grout - a cementitious grout consistency with a flow of 125 to 145 by the flow test in accordance
with the applicable provisions of the ASTM C1437-07 test method; the flow expressed as a percentage
of the original base diameter after five drops of the flow table in 3 seconds.
Plastic Grout - a cementitious grout consistency with a flow of 100 to 125 by the flow test in accordance with
the applicable provisions of ASTM C1437-07 test method; the flow calculated after five drops of the
flow table in 3 seconds.
Working Timetime in which the grout can be placed
Fluid Grout - a cementitious grout consistency with a time of efflux of 10 to 30 seconds when tested by the flow
cone procedure of the ASTM C939-10 test method
Grout Shoulderthe portion of the grout that extends beyond the base plate toward the edge of the concrete
foundation
Cure Time - time after setting in which chemical and physical changes in the grout produces long-term
durability strength and serviceability.
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CLASSIFICATION OF GROUTS:
Class 1 Grout used for precision, non-shrink grouting of structural base plates, anchor
bolts, columns, and pre-cast members.
Class 2 Grout used for all non-precision grouting such as pipe sleeves and other
applications where non-shrink characteristics are not mandatory.

TOOLS/EQUIPMENT:
Any tools and equipment necessary to complete the work according to the requirements
of PIP REIE686 and the product recommendation.

EXECUTION:
I. Surface Preparation
l.a Concrete foundations shall be cured for a minimum of 7 days before
surface preparations for grouting. (PIP STS03600, Sec. 6.2.2) SAES-Q-010
Sec. 3.2
l.b Remove laitance and oil-soaked or damaged concrete with chipping
hammer to sound fractured aggregate, or to a minimum of the top 1 inch
(25 mm) of concrete. Bearing surfaces to be grouted shall be roughened
to expose course aggregate. (PIP STS03601)/(Proj. Specs.)
l.c When surface chipping is complete, remove all dust and loose particles
with clean, dry, oil-free air.
l.d Concrete surfaces in contact with the epoxy grout shall be clean and dry
at time of placement. Air used for blowing shall be clean, dry, and oil -
free. (PIP STS03601)
l.e After cleaning, protect the foundation surface from contamination by
applying protective sheeting. (PIP STS03601)
l.f Suitable shelter or enclosures shall be provided to protect the
foundation and baseplate from direct sunlight, dew, rain, or other
inclement weather. During cold weather, adequate enclosures and
heating shall be provided to maintain foundation and baseplate
temperature within the acceptable range specified by the grout
manufacturer. This temperature shall be maintained until the grout has
cured or until directed by the grout manufacturer. (PIP STS03601)
l.g Pre-soak all concrete surfaces to be grouted for 24 hours prior to a
placing ClassI and Class II, grouting. (Proj. Specs.)
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II. Formwork
ll.a Grout Formwork, where required, shall be constructed with adequate
strength, rigidity and required dimensions to permit grout placement
and avoid leakage. (PIP STS03601)
ll.b Attach grout forms to concrete with drilled anchors or other method
when approved by the buyer. Power nailing is not permitted.
(PIP STS03601)
ll.c Apply three coats of paste wax (if found necessary) to the inside surface
of forms or use other methods as recommended by the epoxy grout
manufacturer to prevent grout adherence. Oil or liquid wax is not
permitted. (PIP STS03601)
ll.d Install 1-inch (25-mm) 45 chamfer strips at each vertical corner and
at the horizontal surface of the grout forms. (PIP STS03601)
ll.e Seal all form joints and interface between forms and concrete
foundation using grout manufacturers recommended sealant.
(PIP STS03601)
ll.f Anchor bolts shall be protected by sleeves, and exposed threads shall be
wrapped with duct tape to prevent adherence of epoxy grout. Anchor
bolt sleeves shall be extended to the underside of the mounting plate, or
the area from the top of the anchor bolt sleeves and the bottom of the mounting
plate shall be sealed to exclude epoxy grout. (PIP STS03601)

III. Installation of Epoxy Grout

lll.a 'Prior to grouting, concrete repair have been performed in accordance
with SAIC-Q-1062 as based on SAER-5803
lll.b An adequate quantity of grout shall be on hand before starting to mix
and place grout. No partial units of epoxy, resins, hardener, or aggregate
shall be used. The ratio of components shall not be varied, and solvent
shall not be added to change the grout consistency. (PIP STS03601)
lll.c Grout placements shall be started at one end of the forms, and the cavity
shall be filled completely while advancing toward the other end to
prevent air entrapment. (PIP STS03601)
lll.d The forms shall be checked for grout leaks frequently. Leaks will not
selfseal and may cause voids in the grout if not stopped. All leaks shall be
sealed to prevent voids from forming in the grout. (PIP STS03601)
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lll.e The grout shall be checked for voids after the grout has cured. Any voids
shall be filled according to the epoxy grout manufacturers instructions.
(PIP STS03601)
lll.f Exposed expansion joints shall be sealed with the epoxy grout
manufacturers recommended sealant. (PIP STS03601)
lll.g For standard temperature testing, maintain the grout mixture and the
testing equipment at a temperature of 73.4 +/- 5F (23 +/- 3C). (ASTM C
1107, Sec. 8.1.2) SAES-Q-010 Sec. 3.2

IV. Curing
lV.a When the grout's water/cement ratio is 0.4 or less, the grout shall be
given a continuous water cure (covered by wet burlap and 0.15mm
polyethylene) for a minimum of 7 days. (ASTM C309, Sec. 5.1) SAES-Q-
010Sec. 6.3.9
lV.b Curing compounds if allowed by project specifications, shall have test
reports or certificate showing that it is in compliance with ASTM C309.
SAES-Q-010Sec. 6.3.9
V. TESTING
Sampling and Testing shall be performed by a Saudi Aramco Approved
independent testing laboratory.
((Schedule Q Attachment lV Section 3.6)
VI. INSPECTION/ACCEPTANCE REFERENCES
Work acceptance shall be in accordance to Approved Application Procedure,
Product Recommendations, Applicable ARAMCO Standards and SATIP Q-010 -01
and Checklist.

MATERIAL HANDLING/STORING:
a) Handling and storing shall be as per recommendation by the SIKA GROUT 114, BASF
Master Flow 950 Product instructions and applicable Aramco Standards.

HEALTH, SAFETY and ENVIRONMENT:

a) Health, Safety and Environment issues shall be guided by AYC safety procedures
ARAMCO Standard.
b) Work area to be kept clean, safe and easily accessible
c) Appropriate PPE shall be worn at all times
d) Safety talk shall be conducted to remind the workers about the risk involved before
commencing the activity
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ATTACHEMENTS:
a) SIKA GROUT 114 Product Approval
b) BASF Master Flow 950 Datasheet
c) SATIP-Q-010 -01
d) Checklist SAIC-Q-1048 and 1049