3rd Industrial City, Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Aramco Vendor #10116102
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ALFA AL-ARABIA Aramco #10116102

CEPKO Infrastructure & Utility Contracting Projects

Saudi-manufactured thermoplastic piping systems for municipal, industrial, and building projects across the Kingdom.

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Direct pricing from the Jeddah plant, with technical submittal support.

VERIFIED PROJECT CASE STUDY

CEPKO Subcontractor Utility & Industrial Plant Infrastructure Technical Case Study

Engineering review of supply scope, project challenges, material specification rationale, and installation performance in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

LOCATION & GEOGRAPHY

Project Location

Site: Jubail & Yanbu Industrial Cities, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Region: Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Climate: Arid desert environment, high solar ground heat.

CLIENT & CONTRACTOR

Stakeholders & Partners

Entities: CEPKO Contracting & Industrial Petrochemical Project Partners
Manufacturer: ALFA AL-ARABIA Manufacturing Co.
Aramco Vendor Code: # 10116102

SUPPLY SCOPE

Specified Materials

Systems: ASTM D1785 Schedule 80 uPVC & ASTM F441 CPVC Industrial Piping Systems
Manufacturing Plant: 3rd Industrial City, Jeddah
Quality Standards: ISO 9001 / SASO / DIN / ASTM

ENGINEERING CHALLENGE

Site Conditions & Consultant Specifications

Conveyance of aggressive chemical cooling water, industrial acid effluent, and high-salinity seawater intake lines within petrochemical facility boundaries subject to strict safety mandates and rigorous Third-Party Inspection (TPI).

MANUFACTURING SOLUTION

ALFA Engineering & Production Execution

ALFA supplied heavy-wall ASTM D1785 Schedule 80 uPVC pressure pipes and high-temperature ASTM F441 CPVC piping engineered to withstand aggressive chemical atmospheres, sulfuric compounds, and continuous operating pressures up to 400 psi.

Itemized Piping Systems & Technical Specifications Delivered

Product Category Standard & Specification Nominal Sizing Delivered Jointing & Connection Type Installation Environment
Industrial Process Pipe ASTM D1785 Schedule 80 1" to 8" (33.4mm to 219.1mm) Heavy Solvent Welded Cooling water loops & chemical washdown
High-Temp Chemical Pipe ASTM F441 CPVC Sch 80 1/2" to 4" Corzan Solvent Weld Continuous 93°C acid and chemical drain headers
Heavy-Duty Conduit NEMA TC-2 EPC-80 2" to 4" Integral Bell Socket Substation underground power distribution
Fabricated Sweep Bends ASTM D1785 Sch 80 2" to 8" (R=3D to 5D) Flanged Ends (ANSI 150#) Process manifold directional transitions
PROJECT FAQS

14 Technical & Specification Project Inquiries

Detailed answers addressing engineering considerations, jointing, testing, and consultant submittals.

1. What products did ALFA supply for CEPKO petrochemical subcontractor projects?

ALFA supplied ASTM D1785 Schedule 80 heavy-wall uPVC pressure pipes, ASTM F441 CPVC industrial pipes (rated to 93°C), and NEMA TC-2 EPC-80 heavy electrical conduits for petrochemical utility corridors.

2. Why is Schedule 80 uPVC chosen over Schedule 40 in industrial facilities?

Schedule 80 features substantially thicker wall dimensions, providing higher burst pressure ratings (up to 850 psi for small diameters), greater mechanical impact resistance, and enhanced safety factors against pressure surges.

3. How does CPVC resist aggressive chemical effluent in petrochemical plants?

Chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC) contains 67% chlorine by weight, imparting superior chemical inertness against harsh acids (hydrochloric, sulfuric), caustic alkalis, and saline washdown solutions up to 93°C.

4. What Third-Party Inspection (TPI) requirements were satisfied?

Shipments underwent formal witness inspections by approved TPI agencies, including 100% dimensional verification, hydrostatic burst proof tests (ISO 1167), and raw material MTC authentication prior to site release.

5. How does ALFA ensure pipe traceability for petrochemical plant standards?

Every pipe is continuously stamped with resin batch numbers, ASTM standard, Schedule rating, Aramco Vendor Code #10116102, extrusion line number, and production date for total plant QA traceability.

6. What flanged connections were fabricated for valve and equipment tie-ins?

ALFA fabricated Schedule 80 stub flanges with steel backup rings drilled to ANSI B16.5 Class 150 standards, enabling secure, leak-free mechanical connections to industrial pumps and heat exchangers.

7. Did the piping undergo chemical resistance validation?

Yes. Pipe specimens were verified using ISO 9852 dichloromethane gelation testing and laboratory chemical immersion tests confirming zero degradation in corrosive chemical environments.

8. How are deliveries managed for Jubail and Yanbu industrial zones?

With dedicated flatbed logistics, ALFA coordinates gate passes and dispatched truckloads from Jeddah directly to Yanbu within 6 hours and Jubail / Eastern Province sites within 24 to 48 hours.

9. Are ALFA industrial pipes compliant with Aramco non-metallic specifications?

Yes. ALFA holds Saudi Aramco Vendor Code #10116102 and manufactures in full compliance with SAES-S-070 and relevant 01-SAMSS industrial piping standards.

10. What solvent cements are recommended for industrial Schedule 80 installations?

We mandate industrial-grade, heavy-bodied solvent cements (ASTM D2564 for uPVC and ASTM F493 for CPVC) combined with purple aggressive primers (ASTM F656) to ensure full chemical fusion.

11. How does thermoplastic piping prevent Sabkha soil corrosion?

Industrial coastal soils in Jubail and Yanbu contain aggressive chlorides and sulfates. Unlike coated steel pipes, ALFA uPVC and CPVC pipes require zero cathodic protection and never corrode.

12. What thermal expansion accommodation was designed for above-ground pipe racks?

Our engineering desk provided thermal expansion coefficient data (5.4 × 10⁻⁵ m/m/°C) and assisted the contractor in calculating expansion loop dimensions and guide support spacing.

13. Can industrial contractors request custom spool piece pre-fabrication?

Yes. Our Jeddah plant fabricates customized flanged spool pieces, manifold assemblies, and long-radius bends to contractor CAD drawings, reducing on-site fabrication labor and schedule risks.

14. How can industrial contractors request quotation pricing for upcoming petrochemical packages?

Submit your piping specifications and quantities to sales@alfaalarabia.co or upload your BOQ on our portal for an expedited technical and commercial response within 1 business hour.

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Frequently asked questions

What information is needed to quote Cepko Utility Networks?

Standard, size/pressure class, jointing system, quantities/lengths, fittings list, delivery location, and any submittal/test requirements from the specification.

Can I substitute one pipe standard for another at the same nominal size?

Not without review. Dimensions, pressure classes, and test methods differ across standard families.

How do I contact ALFA for supply?

Use the RFQ form or contact +966 50 183 5126 / sales@alfaalarabia.co. Manufacturing is based at 3rd Industrial City, Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (Aramco Vendor #10116102).

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