ASTM D4619-12(2018)
(Practice)Standard Practice for Inspection of Linings in Operating Flue Gas Desulfurization Systems
Standard Practice for Inspection of Linings in Operating Flue Gas Desulfurization Systems
SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
3.1 Periodic inspections are essential to evaluate lining performance, to detect existing damage potential problems, and to plan scheduled maintenance. The frequency of these inspections may diminish or increase with time depending upon lining performance.
SCOPE
1.1 This practice describes procedures for conducting inspections of the conditions of various linings in operating Flue Gas Desulfurization (FGD) system components.
1.2 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. For specific hazard statements, see Section 8.
1.3 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 31-Jul-2018
- Technical Committee
- D33 - Protective Coating and Lining Work for Power Generation Facilities
- Drafting Committee
- D33.09 - Protective Lining for Air Quality Control Systems
Relations
- Effective Date
- 01-Aug-2018
- Refers
ASTM D610-08(2019) - Standard Practice for Evaluating Degree of Rusting on Painted Steel Surfaces - Effective Date
- 01-Jan-2019
- Effective Date
- 01-Jul-2018
- Effective Date
- 01-Mar-2018
- Effective Date
- 01-Jan-2017
- Effective Date
- 01-Jun-2014
- Effective Date
- 01-Nov-2013
- Refers
ASTM D610-08(2012) - Standard Practice for Evaluating Degree of Rusting on Painted Steel Surfaces - Effective Date
- 01-Nov-2012
- Effective Date
- 01-Nov-2012
- Effective Date
- 01-Apr-2012
- Effective Date
- 01-Apr-2011
- Effective Date
- 01-Jul-2009
- Effective Date
- 01-Feb-2009
- Effective Date
- 01-Feb-2008
- Refers
ASTM D610-07 - Standard Test Method for Evaluating Degree of Rusting on Painted Steel Surfaces - Effective Date
- 01-Jul-2007
Overview
ASTM D4619-12(2018) provides a standardized practice for the inspection of linings in operating Flue Gas Desulfurization (FGD) systems. Developed by ASTM International, this standard is essential for facilities that rely on FGD technology to control sulfur emissions, particularly in power generation. The standard outlines essential inspection procedures, team composition, documentation, and safety practices to ensure the continued effectiveness and integrity of chemical resistant linings. Routine inspection helps detect damage, evaluate lining performance, and schedule maintenance effectively, supporting regulatory compliance and plant reliability.
Key Topics
Purpose of Inspection:
Periodic inspections assess the condition of FGD system linings, identify potential problems or damage, and form the basis for a maintenance program. Inspection frequency may vary based on lining performance and history.Inspection Procedures:
The standard details procedures including:- Visual and photographic examination
- Mapping of problem areas
- Nondestructive and destructive testing (e.g., dry film thickness, adhesion)
- Removal and analysis of representative samples, as needed
Recordkeeping:
Complete records should be maintained, including:- Lining installation and operations dates
- Historical operating conditions (temperature, chemistry, velocity, maintenance)
- Previous inspection and maintenance records
Inspection Team:
A multidisciplinary team is recommended, which may include:- Owner’s representative
- Lining manufacturer and applicator
- Equipment and system designers
- Architect-engineer and third-party inspectors
Safety Considerations:
All inspection activities must comply with OSHA or local safety standards. Precautions are required for hazardous residues, confined space entry, adequate lighting, and ventilation.
Applications
ASTM D4619-12(2018) is widely used in:
- Power generation facilities that operate wet or dry FGD units
- Industrial plants with air quality control systems utilizing chemical resistant linings
- Regulatory compliance programs requiring documented lining condition assessments
Practical value includes:
- Prolonging the service life of FGD linings by early identification of deterioration and damage
- Preventing costly and unscheduled shutdowns through planned maintenance
- Ensuring safe handling of hazardous materials within the FGD system by maintaining lining integrity
- Supporting thorough documentation and traceability for audits or regulatory reviews
Related Standards
Facilities implementing ASTM D4619-12(2018) may also reference the following standards for inspection and maintenance of linings:
- ASTM D7091: Nondestructive Measurement of Dry Film Thickness of Nonmagnetic Coatings on Ferrous and Non-Ferrous Metals
- ASTM D610: Evaluating Degree of Rusting on Painted Steel Surfaces
- ASTM D714: Evaluating Degree of Blistering of Paints
- ASTM D2240: Rubber Property - Durometer Hardness
- ASTM D4541: Pull-Off Strength of Coatings Using Portable Adhesion Testers
- SSPC-PA2: Measurement of Dry Paint Thickness with Magnetic Gages
- SSPC-VIS 2: Evaluating Degree of Rusting on Painted Steel Surfaces
Keywords:
Flue gas desulfurization, FGD lining inspection, chemical resistant linings, inorganic linings, organic linings, power industry maintenance, air quality control, regulatory compliance, lining performance evaluation, ASTM standards.
By adhering to ASTM D4619-12(2018), facilities can ensure reliable, consistent, and safe inspection of FGD system linings, ultimately supporting effective emissions control and long-term operational sustainability.
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Frequently Asked Questions
ASTM D4619-12(2018) is a standard published by ASTM International. Its full title is "Standard Practice for Inspection of Linings in Operating Flue Gas Desulfurization Systems". This standard covers: SIGNIFICANCE AND USE 3.1 Periodic inspections are essential to evaluate lining performance, to detect existing damage potential problems, and to plan scheduled maintenance. The frequency of these inspections may diminish or increase with time depending upon lining performance. SCOPE 1.1 This practice describes procedures for conducting inspections of the conditions of various linings in operating Flue Gas Desulfurization (FGD) system components. 1.2 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. For specific hazard statements, see Section 8. 1.3 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
SIGNIFICANCE AND USE 3.1 Periodic inspections are essential to evaluate lining performance, to detect existing damage potential problems, and to plan scheduled maintenance. The frequency of these inspections may diminish or increase with time depending upon lining performance. SCOPE 1.1 This practice describes procedures for conducting inspections of the conditions of various linings in operating Flue Gas Desulfurization (FGD) system components. 1.2 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. For specific hazard statements, see Section 8. 1.3 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
ASTM D4619-12(2018) is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 13.040.01 - Air quality in general. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
ASTM D4619-12(2018) has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to ASTM D4619-12, ASTM D610-08(2019), ASTM C856-18a, ASTM C856-18, ASTM C856-17, ASTM C856-14, ASTM C856-13, ASTM D610-08(2012), ASTM D6677-07(2012), ASTM D7091-12, ASTM C856-11, ASTM D714-02(2009), ASTM D4541-09, ASTM D610-08, ASTM D610-07. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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Standards Content (Sample)
This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
Designation: D4619 − 12 (Reapproved 2018)
Standard Practice for
Inspection of Linings in Operating Flue Gas Desulfurization
Systems
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D4619; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope D7091 Practice for Nondestructive Measurement of Dry
Film Thickness of Nonmagnetic Coatings Applied to
1.1 This practice describes procedures for conducting in-
Ferrous Metals and Nonmagnetic, Nonconductive Coat-
spections of the conditions of various linings in operating Flue
ings Applied to Non-Ferrous Metals
Gas Desulfurization (FGD) system components.
2.2 SSPC Standards:
1.2 This standard does not purport to address all of the
SSPC-PA2 Measurement of Dry Paint Thickness with Mag-
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
netic Gages
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
SSPC-VIS 2 Standard Method of Evaluating Degree of
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter-
Rusting on Painted Steel Surfaces
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
For specific hazard statements, see Section 8.
3. Significance and Use
1.3 This international standard was developed in accor-
3.1 Periodic inspections are essential to evaluate lining
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
performance,todetectexistingdamagepotentialproblems,and
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
to plan scheduled maintenance. The frequency of these inspec-
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
tions may diminish or increase with time depending upon
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
lining performance.
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
4. Recordkeeping
2. Referenced Documents
4.1 Lining condition will depend on the operating condi-
2.1 ASTM Standards:
tions experienced by the lining systems. Records of these
C805 Test Method for Rebound Number of Hardened Con-
conditions that are maintained by the owner/operator should be
crete
evaluated for potential effects upon the linings. These may
C856 Practice for Petrographic Examination of Hardened
include:
Concrete
4.1.1 Dates of lining installation and initial operation,
D610 Practice for Evaluating Degree of Rusting on Painted
4.1.2 Solution/gas temperatures in lined components,
Steel Surfaces
4.1.3 Solution/gas chemistry (pH, composition),
D714 Test Method for Evaluating Degree of Blistering of
4.1.4 Start up/shut down dates,
Paints
4.1.5 Gas velocities and particulate loading, and
D2240 Test Method for Rubber Property—Durometer Hard-
4.1.6 Ambient conditions.
ness
D4541 Test Method for Pull-Off Strength of Coatings Using
4.2 Any known change in the process criteria or modifica-
Portable Adhesion Testers
tions of the physical design shall be identified and dated.
D6677 Test Method for Evaluating Adhesion by Knife
4.3 All past history pertaining to the lining systems should
be available during the inspection process. They may include:
This practice is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D33 on Protective
4.3.1 Copies of existing lining specifications and installa-
Coating and Lining Work for Power Generation Facilities and is the direct
tion procedures.
responsibilityofSubcommitteeD33.09onProtectiveLiningforAirQualityControl
4.3.2 Quality control documents of the existing lining in-
Systems.
Current edition approved Aug. 1, 2018. Published August 2018. Originally
stallation.
approved in 1986. Last previous edition approved in 2012 as D4619 – 12. DOI:
4.3.3 Copies of previous inspection reports.
10.1520/D4619-12R18.
For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM
Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on Available from Society for Protective Coatings (SSPC), 40 24th St., 6th Floor,
the ASTM website. Pittsburgh, PA 15222-4656, http://www.sspc.org.
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D4619 − 12 (2018)
4.3.4 Documentation pertaining to any maintenance of ex- 7.1.1 Safety—The inspection team shall verify that the
isting lining systems. equipment being inspected has been made safe for entry. This
shall include lockout procedures for related equipment such as,
5. Inspection Team butnotlimitedto,theboiler,dampers,valves,fans,andpumps.
7.1.2 Lighting—Sufficient lighting shall be provided to as-
5.1 The owner/operator should select a team of experienced
sure general lighting of the overall area plus localized high
personnel to conduct the inspection. Personnel representing the
intensity lights for close visual observation or taking of
following may be included:
photographs, or both. The lighting fixtures shall be equipped
5.1.1 Owner’s representative,
with a safety guard to minimize breakage and injury.
5.1.2 Lining manufacturer,
7.1.3 Access to Lining Surfaces—The access equipment
5.1.3 Lining applicator,
must meet all safety requirements of OSHA and the owner/
5.1.4 Equipment designer,
operator. The equipment must be capable of placing the
5.1.5 Architect engineer,
inspectors close enough to the lining surface to perform all
5.1.6 Third party inspectors, and
inspection procedures.
5.1.7 System designer.
7.1.4 Cleaning—Selected lining surfaces to be inspecte
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