When supplying industrial valves to leading oil & gas companies such as Saudi Aramco and ADNOC, strict compliance with their engineering, quality, and documentation standards is mandatory. These procedures ensure that every valve installed in critical operations meets the highest safety, durability, and performance benchmarks. At GCC Valves, we align with these requirements to guarantee seamless project approvals and long-term client satisfaction.
Understanding the NMR System (Aramco)
Saudi Aramco requires suppliers to follow a structured documentation system known as NMR (Non-Material Requirement) forms. Each stage of the valve’s lifecycle — from design to final delivery — must be documented, reviewed, and approved:
- NMR 601 – General Arrangement Drawing (GAD) & Technical Datasheet (TDS):
The first stage where suppliers submit design drawings and datasheets to Aramco for review. This ensures that the valve design aligns with the project’s technical requirements before production begins. - NMR 602 – Approved GAD & Inspection Test Plans (ITPs):
Once the GAD is approved, it moves into production with inspection test plans attached. These ITPs outline the checkpoints during manufacturing, inspection, and testing that must be witnessed or verified by the client or a third-party inspector. - NMR 603 – Final Submittal Package:
This is the final documentation submitted along with the valves after production is complete. It includes:- MTCs (Mill Test Certificates)
- Non-Destructive Testing Reports (UT, RT, MPI, etc.)
- Hydrostatic & Functional Test Reports
- Welding Records (WPS, PQR, Welder Qualifications)
- Inspection Notifications & Release Notes
This package ensures full traceability and compliance.
Together, these form the SPDP (Supplier Data & Documentation Package) — the backbone of Aramco’s quality assurance process.
ADNOC’s Alignment
ADNOC follows a similar philosophy, requiring strict compliance with specifications, ITPs, and final documentation packages. While the nomenclature may differ slightly from Aramco’s NMR system, the principle remains the same: valves must be designed, inspected, and delivered with complete transparency and traceability.
Why This Matters
For EPC contractors, procurement teams, and project managers, working with a supplier that understands these standards saves time, prevents delays, and ensures project compliance. At GCC Valves, we have deep experience navigating these requirements, ensuring that every supply meets the stringent expectations of Aramco, ADNOC, SABIC, BAPCO, and other GCC energy leaders.
Conclusion
Valve supply is not only about the product — it is equally about the documentation, inspection, and approvals that certify its reliability. By aligning with Aramco NMR forms (601–603) and ADNOC submission protocols, GCC Valves ensures every delivery is fully compliant, traceable, and ready for service in the most demanding environments. For Pipes & Fittings check middleeastpiping.com