Covers the structural design of shallow foundations, mat foundations, and deep pile foundations. It establishes the safety factors required against overturning, sliding, and buoyancy, especially for heavy industrial equipment and dynamic machinery. Structural Steel Design (SAES-M-001 & SAES-M-100)
According to and SAES-S-100 (Fire Protection) , any structural steel supporting critical equipment (vessels, pipes carrying hydrocarbons) must have a fire resistance rating of 2 hours minimum.
Foundations for rotating machinery must undergo dynamic analysis to prevent structural resonance and catastrophic fatigue failure. Extreme Wind and Temperature Saudi Aramco Engineering Standards For Civil
: Provides the criteria for precast and prestressed concrete structures. Paving and Infrastructure: SAES-Q-006
Wherever a conflict arises between an international code and a Saudi Aramco standard, , unless explicitly waived by the Aramco Engineering Services department. Best Practices for Civil Engineers on Aramco Projects Covers the structural design of shallow foundations, mat
Before diving into specific codes, one must understand that a "civil standard" at Aramco is rarely a standalone document. The civil engineering framework is part of the and Materials System Specifications (SAMSS) .
Design criteria for non-building structures, defining load factors (wind, seismic, live, dead). Best Practices for Civil Engineers on Aramco Projects
Includes detailed calculations for wind loads, seismic loads, and environmental loads .