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SECTION 05120
STRUCTURAL STEEL
To be read in conjunction with Division 1 General Requirements and
Conditions of Contract.
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.01 DESCRIPTION
A.

SCOPE OF WORK
Final design, supply and erection of steel structures to:
1.

B.

Panelled Car Park Roof Shading

WORK TO BE COORDINATED WITH OTHER ACTIVITIES:

1.

Anchorages and holding down bolts: programme to ensure availability

and delivery at time of concrete structure works for casting in.

1.02 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A.

B.

SPECIALISTS QUALIFICATIONS
1.

Use specialist fabrication and erection company to prepare final design,

fabricate and erect the structural steelwork.

2.

Welders: provide evidence of welder's competence to undertake

specified work. Welders must have been tested to BS 4872: Part 1
using same electrodes class and welding positions which will be used in
the work. Extent of qualifications and requirements for pre-qualification
of welders shall be to BS 5920-Part 1:2000.

3.

When instructed, test welders to BS 4872: Part 1 using:

a.

Thickest place specified and/or

b.

Material with highest carbon content

c.

Electrodes of appropriate class

d.

Welding positions which will be used in the work

DESIGN CRITERIA:
1.

Details not shown on the Engineer's Drawings shall be prepared to BS

5920-Part 1:2000 and specified loading requirements.

2.

End connections of simply supported beams and girders which have no

lateral restraint shall be restrained against torsion as specified in BS
5920-Part 1:2000, clause 26a.

3.

Unless specified otherwise:

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C.

E.

Minimum size of bolts shall be 10mm diameter.

b.

Use not less than 2 bolts in any connection.

TESTING AUTHORITY:
1.

D.

a.

All tests shall be carried out by an independent testing agency approved

in writing by The Engineer.

TRIAL SHOP ASSEMBLIES:

1.

Make trial assembly of standard trusses where applicable.

2.

Give 14 working days notice before commencing assembly.

APPLICABLE STANDARDS referred to in this section:

1.

Standard Specification
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
j.
k.
l.
m.
n.
o.
p.
q.

r.
s.
t.
u.
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BS4: Part 1 Standard steel sections: Hot - Rolled sections.

BS427: Part 1
BS449: Part 2 The use of Structural steel in Building: Metric
Units.
BS 729 Hot Dip Galvanized coatings on iron and steel articles.
BS 882 Coarse and fine aggregates from Natural Sources.
BS 1494 Part 1 steel plate, sheet and strip: carbon steel
plate, sheet and strip.
BS1494: Part 2 fixing Accessories for Building purposes Sundry
Fixings.
BS1775 steel Tubes for Mechanical, Structural and General
Engineering Purposes.
BS 2569: Part 1 sprayed Metal Coatings: Protection of iron and
steel by Aluminium and zinc against atmospheric corrosion.
BS 2989 Hot-Dip Zinc coated steel sheet and coil.
BS 3692 ISO Metric Precision Hexagon Bolts, Screws and Nuts.
BS 4190 1SO Metric Black Hexagon Bolts, Screws and Nuts.
BS 4320 Metal Washers for General Engineering Purposes Metric
Series.
BS 4360 Specification for weldable structural steels.
BS 4395 High Strength Friction Grip Bolts and Associated Nuts
and Washers for Structural Engineering. Metric Series.
BS 4848 Hot - Rolled Structural Steel sections: 1 Part 2 Hollow
Sections, 2 Part 4 Equal and Unequal Angles.
BS 4872 Approval Testing of Welders when welding procedure
approval is not required:
1.
Part 1 fusion welding of steel
2.
Part 2 TIG and MIG Welding of Aluminium and its
Alloys.
BS 4933 1SO Metric Black Cup and Countersunk Head Bolts and
Screws with Hexagon Nuts.
BS 5135 Metal - Arc Welding of Carbon and Carbon Manganese
steels.
BS 5606 Code of Practice for Accuracy in Building.
ASTM A-36 Strength of steel members
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ASTM A325 High strength bolts

F. FACTORY VISIST:
Arrange prior to the final approval a visit to the steel structure
manufacturer factory, for 4 Engineers, 2 employers engineers, and 2
consultants Engineers, all expenses such as air tickets, hotel,
transportation, food, etc ... to be paid by contractor.
1.03 SUBMISSIONS
A.

B.

SHOP DRAWINGS:
1.

Submit shop drawings including complete details and schedules for

fabrication and shop assembly of members, and details, schedules,
procedures and diagrams showing the sequence of erection.

2.

The Engineer's review of shop drawings will be for approval.

Compliance with requirements for materials, fabrication and erection of
structural steelwork remains the Contractor's responsibility.

3.

Include details of cuts, connections, camber, holes and other pertinent

data. Indicate welds by standard symbols and show size, length and
type of each weld.

4.

Provide setting drawings, templates and directions for the installation of

anchor bolts and other anchorages to be installed by others.

5.

Before preparing detailed fabrication drawings, submit

a.
Calculation for all major connections.
b.
General arrangements drawings with individual steel members
clearly identified.

TEST REPORTS
1.

C.

CERTIFICATES:
1.

D.

When requested by the Engineer, submit two copies of test certificates

for steel.

ERECTION PROPOSALS:
1.

E.

Submit 2 copies of all test and examination results to the Engineer

immediately they are available.

Submit details of the following at least 30 days before starting the

erection of steelwork:
a.
Method of erection
b.
Type of craneage
c.
Temporary guys and bracing proposed for use during erection.

PROPOSALS FOR DEFECTIVE WORK:

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1.

As soon as possible after any part of the work or any materials are
known or suspected to be defective submit proposals to the Engineer for
further testing, inspection or replacement and obtain instructions.

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1.04 PRODUCT DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING
A.

B.

DELIVERY:
1.

Deliver materials to the site in time to meet the programme.

2.

Ensure that anchor bolts and anchorage devices which are to be cast
into concrete or built into masonry are delivered in time as not to delay
the work.

STORAGE:
1.

Stores materials to permit easy access for inspection and identification.

2.

Keep steel members off the ground, using pallets, platforms or other
supports.

3.

Protect steel members and packaged materials from the weather and
deterioration.

4.

Do not store materials on the structure in a manner that might cause

distortion or damage to the members or supporting structure.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.01 STRUCTURAL STEEL
A.

HOT - ROLLED STEEL SECTIONS:

1.
If not covered by other British Standards: to BS4: Part 1,
made from steel to BS 4360.

B.

HOT - ROLLED STEEL HOLLOW SECTIONS:

1.
To BS 4848: Part 4, made from steel to BS 4360.

C.

HOT ROLLED STEEL ANGLES:

1.
To BS 4848: Part 4, made from steel to BS 4360.

D.

COLD - ROLLED STEEL SHEETS:

1.

E.

STEEL TUBES:
1.

F.

To BS 1775.

STEEL PLATE:
1.

G.

Made from galvanized steel coil to BS 2989.

To BS 4360.

STEEL PLATE/SHEET/STRIP:
1.

To BS 1449: Part 1.

2.02 BOLTS
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A.

B.

BLACK BOLTS, SCREWS AND NUTS:

1.

Dimensions: to BS 4190

2.

Steel for Grade 4, 6 bolts: to BS 4190

3.

Steel for Grade 8.8 bolts: to BS 3692

BLACK CUP AND COUNTERSUNK HEAD BOLTS, SCREWS AND

NUTS:
1.

C.

PRECISION BOLTS, SCREWS AND NUTS:

1.

D.

To BS 4395

LOAD INDICATING WASHERS:

1.

G.

To BS 4320

HSFG BOLTS, NUTS AND WASHERS:

1.

F.

To BS 3692, Grade 8.8

WASHERS:
1.

E.

To BS 4933, Grade 4.6

To BS 4395

INDENTED BOLTS AND NUTS:

1.

To BS 1494: Part 2

H.

HOLDING DOWN BOLTS:

I.

To BS 4190 but with square heads and nuts.

a.

As shown on Drawings

2.03 GROUT MATERIALS

A.

CEMENT:
1.

B.

Ordinary or rapid hardening Portland cement.

FINE AGGREGATE:
1.

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To BS 882, Grade zone 2 or 3.

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2.04 FABRICATION
A.

B.

QUALITY OF WORK:
1.

Fabricate steelwork to BS 5920-Part 1:2000

2.

Cut, shape and assemble parts to ensure accurate erection.

3.

Use proprietary compounds to manufacturer's recommendations.

4.

Obtain the Engineer's permission before starting fabrication.

MANUAL CUTTING:
1.

C.

D.

E.

THERMAL CUTTING:
1.

Control process to prevent excessive hardening of edges of Grades 50

and 55 steel which are to be welded.

2.

Hardness value must not exceed 350 when tested to BS 427:

Part 1 with 10 kgt.

HSFG JOINTS
1.

Check faying surfaces in steel 25mm thick or more for deformities such
as bowing, twist or rippling which will reduce slip factor to below design
limit.

2.

Remedial measures shall be approved by the Engineer.

COMPRESSION MEMBERS:
1.

F.

Ensure that insides of sections are dry and clean of debris before
sealing ends and openings.

SHOP ASSEMBLY:
1.

J.

Fix cleats to project beyond end of simply supported members.

SEALED HOLLOW SECTIONS:

1.

H.

Prepare ends of compression members at slices, caps or bases which

re dependent on contact for transmission of compressive stress so that
the butting faces are in full contact over an area sufficient to transmit the
full load without exceeding the permitted stress in bearing. Where not in
full contact the gap must not exceed 0.25mm.

END CONNECTIONS:
1.

G.

Obtain approval for thermal cutting by hand.

Check fit, profile and camber before making connections in lattice

girders and trusses which are to be assembled before delivery to site.

MARKING:

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1.

In addition to ring marking, Grades 50B and 50C steel are to be marked
with a continuous pale blue paint line to BS 4360, Appendix D after
rolling.

2.

Mark weathering steel or surface which will not be exposed to view on

the completed work.

3.

Mark steel which is to be shot blasted, pickled, metal sprayed or

galvanized by an approved method which cannot be obliterated.

2.05 WELDING
A.

WELDING GENERALLY:
1.

B.

WELDS:
1.

C.

Do not place any welds, except those shown on Drawings without

approval, even for temporary attachment or repair of faulty plates.

BUTT WELDS:
1.

D.

To BS 5135, unless otherwise specified.

Use run-on and run-off plates to ensure full throat thickness at ends of
butt welds as follows:
a.
Material for plates shall be identical to material being welded.
b.
Prepare plates in same manner as parts being joined.
c.
After completion of welding remove plates and grind surfaces of
joined parts, where plates were attached, to make smooth.
d.
Retain and identify plates for inspection when instructed.

HARDENED STEEL:
1.

Modify welding process for Grade 50 steel which as been hardened by

flame cutting.

2.

Obtain approval of proposals.

2.06 BOLTING
A.

B.

HOLES:
1.

Do not distort or enlarge holes when using a drift bar.

2.

Report any misalignment of holes to the Engineer. If faulty member is

not rejected, ream hole to correct position.

3.
4.

Do not enlarge holes by thermal cutting.

Where drifting of hole has produced an outward budge on the surface
on which the washer or bolt head will bear remove the bulge by grinding.

MOISTURE:

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C.

D.

1.

Seal bolt holes in sealed hollow sections and tubes to prevent access of
moisture.

2.

Submit details of proposed method and obtain approval.

HSFG BOLTS:
1.

Use in accordance with relevant part to BS 4395.

2.

Place a washer under part to be turned.

3.

Obtain required tension using part-turn method of tightening or

torque control method of tightening/load indicating washer/an
approved method of tightening.

WASHERS:
1.

E.

TAPER WASHERS:
1.

F.

Place under heads and nuts of all bolts connecting metal coated steel.

Place taper washers under bolt heads and nuts bearing on sloping
surfaces of joints and channels.

LOAD INDICATING WASHERS:

1.

Place under head of bolt and prevent head from turning when
tightening.

2.07 SURFACE TREATMENTS

A.

PREPARATION AND PAINTING:

1.

See Section 09901

2.

Apply 2 coats of red oxide primer before delivery to site.

2. Apply full paint system specified for adjacent surfaces to surfaces which will
be inaccessible after assembly.
3. Protect the steel structural works in compliance to KFD accepted
specifications, using an approved fire rated in tumescent paint.
B.

C.

CONTACT SURFACES:
1.

Prepare as for adjacent surfaces.

2.

Apply primer.

3.
4.

Bring together shop assembled part while still wet.

Do not paint faying surfaces for HSFG bolted joints.

GALVANIZING:
1.

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PART 3

EXECUTION

3.01 ERECTION
A.

ERECTORS
1. Use erection company or team with minimum five (5) years erection
experience in works of a similar nature. Obtain Engineers approval to erector.

B.

STARTING:
1.

C.

DEFECTS:
1.
2.

D.

Do not make modifications to fabricated steelwork which would involve

cutting welding, etc without prior approval in writing from the Engineer.

MOVEMENT JOINTS
1.

H.

Provide all temporary erection bracing necessary to ensure stability of

the building during erection. Remove when it is safe to do so.

MODIFICATIONS:
1.

G.

Do not distort steelwork and do not exceed limiting stresses specified in

BS 5920-Part 1:2000 during erection unless otherwise approved.

ERECTION BRACING:
1.

F.

Inform the Engineer of any defects to detailing or fabrication errors.

Obtain approval of methods of rectification before starting remedial
works.

ERECTION STRESSES:
1.

E.

Obtain the Engineer's permission before starting to erect steelwork.

Ensure that bolts are in centre of slotted holes after erection of structure.

PAINT FINISH
1.

Touch up all damaged areas of shop applied primer after erection and
final lining and levelling to ensure steel structure is full protected.

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