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The Air Conditioning Contractor shall supply, deliver, install, set to work and commission the
systems and equipment as detailed in this section of the specification, as shown on the Tender
drawings and listed in the Schedule at the end of this section.
Mentioned capacities for all types of A/c units are the minimum required and the contractor should
submit the higher standard to Consultants approval.
The Contractor should upgrade duct size of outlet size if necessary according to selected equipment.
The Contractor shall be responsible for co-ordination of all services.
1.2: DESIGN CONDITIONS:-
Air conditioning with VRF system (Variable refrigerant flow) Without Fresh Air:
Cooling: - Indoor - 23/16 1 C DB/WB Outdoor 46 CDB
Heating: - Indoor - 21 C DB 1 C Outdoor - 7 CDB/ 6 CWB
Air conditioning with VRF system (Variable refrigerant flow) With Fresh Air:
Cooling: - Indoor - 26/18 1 C DB/WB Outdoor 46 CDB
Heating: - Indoor - 21 C DB 1 C Outdoor - 7 CDB/ 6 CWB
Tolerance on temperature control 2 C at design conditions nominated:
Humidity Uncontrolled (except where indicated) and hence resultant humidity shall be a function of
set point temperature.
Ventilation Rate: The fresh air rates for air conditioned areas and extract ventilation shall comply
with ASHRAE standard 62-1989, and/or as shown on plans.
Air Distribution: Low velocity duct work to be sized on equal frication method at a rate of 0.05 Ft/
100 Ft of equivalent length not exceeding 275 to 310 meter per minute.
Sound Levels: 35 to 40 db (A)
Refrigerant: R-410 A
Power Supply: (V/PH/ HZ)
380-415/3/50
220-240/1/50
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U-Value (W/mK)
1.9
0.12
0.29
0.26
0.14
0.32
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1.5: VARIABLE REFRIGERANT VOLUME (VRF) OUTDOOR UNITS R410A Heat Pump High Ambient
Condensing Unit
The units shall be air-cooled type incorporating heat exchanger coils manufactured from copper
tubes and aluminum fins, factory treated with Heavy Anti-Corrosion treatment satisfying JRA
regulation (4002) to reduce the effect of atmospheric corrosion.
The unit casing shall be manufactured from powder coated baked enamel finish sheet steel in order
to have a high corrosion resistance and to protect against salt laden environment close to where the
units may be installed.
The color shall be manufacturers standard. The air outlet & condenser coil shall have aluminum
coated wire guards.
The outdoor units shall have inverter driven compressor Twin Rotary/Scroll electronically controlled
to follow the variation in cooling or heating requirements.
The outdoor unit fan motor will be DC inverter driven and will operate electronically according to
the running load and pressure to achieve minimum energy consumption and best performance.
The units shall be complete with electronic expansion valve(s), oil separator(s), large sized
accumulator, high pressure switches, hi/low voltage protection, phase revise protection, safety
thermostat, over current relay, fuses, necessary solenoid valves, liquid shutoff valves, gas line shut
off valves, short re-cycling guard timer and all necessary sensors for optimized, safe and trouble free
operation. The access to the internal components for maintenance purposes shall be by removable
panels.
It shall be possible to connect up to maximum number of indoor units, capacity permitting, to one
outdoor unit.
Outdoor Backup operation, in multiple systems shall be possible if one compressor fails the other
Compressor will perform as emergency.
One compressor shall be with variable load. The other compressor(s) shall be on/off type or as per
manufacturer own design / recommendation.
Non Stop oil recovery operation is required to maintain a room comfortable condition with the
continues operation without stopping in cooling or heating operation.
Auto changeover function is required to and the entire product to switch between cooling modes
regardless of operation mode of other indoor units and this can be done via indoor unit with wired
remote controller.
The 8HP & 10HP unit shall have a single inverter driven Twin Rotary/Scroll compressor and an
inverter driven variable speed propeller type fan.
Units Higher than 10HP shall have two compressors, one inverter and one fixed speed and will be capable of
operating on one compressor under emergency condition in case the inverter compressor fails.
The fan will be capable of overcoming a minimum of 80 Pascal of external static pressure.
The units shall be capable of being combined to provide multi systems using combinations of two or
three outdoor units connected to give the capability of higher capacities up to maximum 42 HP.
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Details
Maximum in Meters
Total Length
1000
Greatest/Equivalent length
150
Greatest Length after the first branch
60
Distance between Indoor & Outdoor (Outdoor higher)
50
(Outdoor lower)
40
Height difference between Indoor/Indoor
15
Suction and discharge refrigerant piping shall be of dehydrated copper tube. Insulated separately
with closed cell rubber foam with a minimum thickness of 19 mm. Both the pipes wrapped with
canvas cloths 6 oz applied with white tough washable abrasion-resistant coating.
Piping penetrating walls shall pass through a PVC sleeve with adequate diameter and sealed
according to general specifications.
Piping penetrating roof slab shall pass through PVC sleeve and to be sealed for waterproof and the
contractor should submit detail-working drawing for the way proposed for consultants approval.
Wherever possible straight copper length should be used.
Contractor/Installer should close both end of copper pipe at the end of every working day till
installation period to ensure no foreign particles could be penetrated inside the system.
Installer should allow a small amount of nitrogen gas to be passed through the pipes during all joints/
brazing work is in process till completion.
Prior to the final connection the system should be thoroughly flushed with nitrogen and pressure
tested and this test should be seen and approved by the Consultant/Engineer.
All indoor pipe work should run in cable tray or with proper supports without lagging as
recommended by the manufacture/local supplier. Roof exposed pipe work should run in cable tray
with aluminum cladding.
1.9: CONDENSATE DRAIN:
U PVC drain pipe should be used for the same with insulation to avoid condensation from pipes
connected to nearest floor trap or as directed by the consultant. Cleanout with U trap should be
provided for easy maintenance.
1.10: Control Switch
Each unit shall have a wall mounted electronic control switch with a system on-off switch, room
temperature control thermostat and 3 speed fan control.
1.11: COMMISSIONING & TESTING
Commissioning shall be carried out by a trained engineer with assistance of Supplier.
The entire refrigeration system shall be pressurized with Nitrogen to 38 bar for a period of 24hours.
Leak testing shall be carried out with a calibrated electronic leak detector, or similar if the system
fails to hold pressure within testing period.
Upon completion of pressure test the pressure shall be released and vacuum pump installed on the
system to remove air and moisture from the system. The system shall be evacuated to 101.1kPa (758mmHg, 2 torr) and held for a period of 2 hours with the vacuum pump switched off.
Refrigerant should be charged to the liquid pipe in its liquid state to ensure that the refrigerant
composition is assured. The refrigerant charge shall be calculated to the system requirements and in
accordance with Suppliers Design and Installation Instruction booklet.
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Equipment bearings are not visible or are inaccessible provide easily accessible extensions to
bearings lubrication fittings.
Through clean the entire system before installing filters or operating the fans.
On systems containing filters, install filters and permanently seal the filter frames airtight before
operating the fans. The Contactor at his own expenses shall replace all dirty filters before turning
over the system to the client.
4.0: GLASS/WALL MOUNTED EXHAUST FANS
Supply and install glass/wall mounted exhaust fans as shown on the drawings with capacities as
mentioned in the schedules. The fans shall be manufactured from plastic material with external and
internal louvers and manual shutter.
5.0: POWER SUPPLY TO ALL A/C UNITS
Power supply with necessary cables shall be provided by the main contractor till to the weatherproof
Isolator for all roof-exposed units, powers disconnect switch or isolator for all indoor units.
A/c contractor shall connect from these isolators to their respective units.
6.0: NOISE, VIBRATIONS & SILENCERS
All air-conditioning equipment shall be mounted on vibration isolators suitably designed to eliminate
any vibrations, which may be transferred to the building structure.
The contractor shall be fully responsible for preventing noise and vibration throughout each
system and in the environment surrounding the buildings. He shall provide all lining materials,
silencers, flexible connections and hot gas mufflers for this purpose, where specified or not.
10.0: SHOP DRAWING/COORDINATION WITH OTHER SERVICES.
Work shop drawing shall be prepared by the AC contractor in 1:100 scale in coordination with all
other services and submitted for approval prior carrying out any work at site unless and until the
consultant/engineer gives site clearance for the same.
Exact location of the following:
11.0: GUARANTEE
The contractor shall guarantee all work installed for a period of one year for the whole system and
5years for compressor from the date of testing & commissioning. The warranty is applicable on
original components only and against manufacturing defects, labor and consumables are excluded.
Unit under warranty must be installed, maintained and operated as per manufacturer manuals
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PART # 2
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1.
D. During the tests a complete record as per the approved method statement and procedure shall be
prepared by the contractor/subcontractor and shall be approved by the Engineer. The same document shall
be incorporated in the handing over documentation, as detailed in the preceding section of this specification.
E. In certain tests on site a third party or authority witness/approval may be required, the contractor shall be
responsible to cost and liaison with all parties to be available for all such tests.
F. For all such tests the contractor shall afford any assistance, travel, lodging, labor, materials, electricity,
fuel, instrument and equipment cost associated with the exercise.
G. Above mentioned inspection, witness tests shall not relieve the contractor at any instance from his
contractual responsibilities and liabilities.
1.3 COMMISSIONING
A. The contractor must submit a start-up and commissioning method statement to the Engineer for
approval. The commissioning process shall start only after the method statement is approved by the
Engineer.
B. The contractor shall notify the Engineer regarding the start-up and commissioning planned dates one
month in advance. The contractor and the Engineer shall mutually plan the witness and inspection
schedules of commissioning. The Engineer will ensure the presence of a representative.
Overall commissioning program shall be submitted to the Employer.
C. The contractors scope includes energization of all Mechanical Systems, installations, and control
systems to ensure proper and safe operation. The performance of the system shall be further tested and
inspected as per the procedure detailed in preceding sections.
D. Project completion and start of guarantee period shall start not before the systems are commissioned and
reliability runs are done. The system shall run free of defects post commissioning during the guarantee period.
In the event of a failure or defect during the guarantee period, rectification and re-commissioning of the system
will be carried out by the contractor and the guarantee period will be calculated from the latest date of recommissioning of the system.
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E. All start-up and commissioning records shall be completed by the contractor and duly signed approved by
the Engineer and other authorities (if applicable).
The same shall be included in the project handing over documentation as detailed in the preceding
sections of this specification document.
1.4 PERFORMANCE TESTING & REQUIREMENTS
A. Engineer reserves the right to witness the manufacturer's performance tests of the major equipment,
the cost of which shall be paid by the Contractor.
B. The following are the minimum scope requirements for mechanical equipment testing:
1. Heat Exchangers: Field tests shall be carried out to verify working conditions in the field. Allow for
employer and consultant's attendance.
2. Pumps (chilled water, domestic water and fire): These shall be factory tested to the requirements of
the Hydraulic Institute. The tests shall be done at the design parameters both mechanical and electrical.
All pumps shall be tested.
Provide periodic testing of fire pump during construction as required by the local authority.
3. Water Treatment: The Owner will require conformance to international standards, requirements of
equipment manufacturer standards and conformance to local authority requirements.
4. Control equipment: All control equipment and control devices shall be commissioned, tested and
certified by the manufacturer or an appointed representative.
5. The Contractor shall indicate the methods and extent of all equipment to be tested and commissioned
in accordance with approved manufacturers instructions. For all major equipment an owner representative
or his designated consultant will be required to witness factory and field tests, at the Contractors cost.
C. The initial testing process shall be undertaken over a full power operating period of 8 weeks during
which time records of the actual under test results will be agreed between the owner and the Contractor.
D. In the event that any component fails to achieve the pre-agreed test or performance standards then the
defective components shall be required to be replaced within 30 days of malfunction.
EXECUTION
2.1 TESTING OF PIPING
A. All pressure tests on the pipework installations shall be carried out in sections as the work proceeds, to
suit the general construction program. All isolation and other temporary works shall be carried out by the
Contractor at no additional cost to the Contract. The whole of the testing gear required, including all plugs,
caps, tees and drain fittings, shall be supplied by the Contractor.
2.2 COMMISSIONING AND TESTING OF WATER TANKS
A. All tanks operating at atmospheric pressure shall be tested under "tank full conditions for tightness and
structural soundness.
B. All cold water tanks shall be subject to a standing leak test for 24 hours, during which time all joints shall
be carefully examined. Any defects shall be rectified immediately and the test repeated.
2.3 HYDROSTATIC TESTING OF WATER PIPING SYSTEMS WITHIN BUILDINGS WITH GROOVED
COUPLINGS.
A. All water piping systems shall be hydrostatically tested for ensuring complete tightness under the test
pressure and for the duration of time as specified under the respective system concerned.
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B. Systems may be tested as a whole or in sections to facilitate the progress of the work.
C. No part of any piping system shall be tested to pressures less than the specified test pressure
measured at the highest point of the system.
D. Care shall be taken not to subject any equipment, apparatus or device to a pressure exceeding its
prescribed test pressure as obtained from its name plate data or from manufacturer's published data.
Pressure tests shall be applied before connecting piping to equipment. Relief valves instruments,
automatic air vents and all devices that might be damaged by the test pressure shall be removed,
disconnected or blanked off.
E. No pressure shall be applied against the closed gate of gate valves. All vales shall be in the open
position but not completely back seated during testing. End valves shall be capped.
F. In testing flanged piping, temporary blank flanges shall be installed and firmly anchored to accommodate
all developed end thrust.
G. All piping that can be damaged by end thrust developing from hydrostatic testing shall be properly
anchored during testing especially at changes of direction.
H. The piping system to be tested shall be closed by plugging and blanking all openings in the system in
an approved manner and filled slowly with water making sure to vent all entrapped air. Plugs shall be
released temporarily to ensure that water has reached all parts of the system.
I. Pressure shall be applied to the system by means of a hand pump drawing from a water container. The
pump discharge shall be connected to the system through a globe valve, check valve and recently
calibrated pressure gauge of suitable range to have the test pressure read in the middle of the range.
J. After the test pressure is reached, the pump shall be blocked off by closing the globe valve and the
variations of pressure in the system monitored on the pressure gauge.
K. The test pressure shall be maintained on the system for 24 hours during which time the system shall
have no noticeable drop in pressure.
L. While the system is under pressure, a careful inspection shall be made of all pipes and joints and if any
leaks in joints or evidence of defective pipe or fitting is disclosed the defective work shall be corrected
immediately by replacing defective parts with new joints and materials. No make shift repairs or application
of any repair compound will be permitted.
M. After the correction is made the pressure test shall be repeated until a completely tight system is
ensured.
N. The test pressure shall be released slowly so as not to produce shocks and sudden contractions that
might damage the piping.
O. All underground piping shall be tested in accordance with the manufacturer's test pressures, before
back filling can commence. Piping shall be temporarily anchored at regular intervals, as required, before
testing can begin.
P. A log shall be kept of all tests performed which shall be submitted to the Engineer for approval.
2.4 TESTING OF EQUIPMENT
A. After installation, all equipment shall be tested for performance and proper functioning and for
demonstrating to the full satisfaction of the Engineer that the equipment meets the design requirements as
shown on the Drawings and as specified.
B. Should any equipment prove defective, unsatisfactory or does not comply with the Drawings or
Specification, the Contractor shall correct, repair or replace such equipment on his own account as directed
by the Engineer. After the correction is made, subsequent tests shall be performed until the equipment is
proven to fulfill the requirements to the entire satisfaction of the Engineer.
C. The data to be measured on equipment shall be of such items as given on the schedule of equipment
shown on the drawings.
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2-
PLUMBING WORKS
2.1
SCOPE OF WORK
Part-3 of these Specifications covers the minimum requirements for the supply and installation of Plumbing
Works, and should be used in conjunction with the approved Manufacturers & Vendors.
This specification includes the furnishing and installing of the complete system of the following all as described
herein and as shown on the drawings and in any case to comply with the Water Supply and Plumbing
Regulations as issued by local Municipality Drainage Department.
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
The supply and installation of all cold water piping to all fixtures and fittings requiring so, including
water main connection and the cold water pump units and water tanks.
The supply and installation of domestic hot water supply piping to all fixtures and fittings requiring so,
including electric water heaters.
Supply and installation of all soil, waste and vent piping inside and outside the building up to Manholes
including site networks
Supply and installation of all sanitary ware, brassware and fittings and their connection with all
services using necessary fittings. i.e. WC connector, reducing plastic connector for connections of
bottled trap to PVC pipes etc as required.
Supply and installation of all associated electrical works from the relevant equipment control panels as
shown on the drawings and or as needed including all automation controls and level alarm switches.
Each equipment control panel should be provided with an appropriately rated main electric isolator.
Contractor should include in their works for existing water and drainage Services to be removed from
site wherever required and plugged and put indication if necessary.
Connect to the existing water / drainage system as required by Consultant.
Sleeves for all water / storm / drainage system which cross roads.
The above shall include all labors, material, equipment, machinery and services necessary to make the
complete system fully operative as per regulations and specification.
2.2
REGULATIONS
All water supply and plumbing installation work in connection with the contract shall be executed in strict
accordance with the valid edition and any supplements agenda or published revisions thereto up to date of
submission of the Contractors tender of the Regulations for Water Supply and Plumbing installation as issued
by Municipality Drainage Department. In the absence of such negotiations, the National Plumbing code and the
relevant ES Codes shall be applicable. The Contractor shall keep a copy of the latest said regulations
supplements etc. on site at all times during the continuance of the Contract.
2.3
BASIS OF DESIGN
The works shall comply with the requirements of all competent bodies including the following or local
equivalents
(1)
(2)
(3)
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(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
2.4
VALVES
2.4.1
General Requirements
2.4.2
Valves shall be installed only in vertical or horizontal positions unless otherwise required by the drawings.
All valves shall be installed in accessible locations to facilitate easy removal for maintenance.
Valves shall be full-line size.
Valves 2 (65 mm) dia. and smaller shall have threaded ends valves 3 (80mm) dia. And larger shall have
flanged ends.
All threaded end valves shall be installed with unions to facilitate the removal of the valve from the pipeline.
Gate valves shall be installed on both sides of every piece of equipment for all pipe- system connections, and
where show on the Drawings.
All valves shall be designed for a working pressure of 125 psi (860 Kpa)
Tests
All valves shall be tested in accordance with the appropriate section of the Specifications describing each
system.
2.4.1
Gate Valves
Gate valves up to 2 (65 mm) shall be all bronze, screwed ends, non rising stem, screwed bonnet, solid wedge
disc type.
Gate valves 3 (80 win) and larger shall have cast iron body, non rising stem, flanged ends, bolted bonnet and
bronze wedge disc faces and seats.
One gate valve shall be supplied and installed.
- At the supply and return from each equipment.
- At the discharge and suction of each pump.
- At the bottom of each riser and all low points to be drained.
- In general at all points shown on the Drawings and / or specified.
2.4.4
Globe Valves
Globe valves, 2 (65 mm) and smaller, shall be all bronze, screwed ends, rising stem, screwed bonnet
renewable composite disc and seat.
Globe valves 3 (80 mm) and larger, shall be east iron, flanged ends rising stem, bolted bonnet, renewable
composite disc and seat.
2.4.5
Check Valves
Check valves 2 (65 mm) and smaller, shall be all bronze, screwed ends, screwed cap with horizontal lift
check, renewable composite disk and seat. Valves 3 (80 mm) and larger, shall be cast iron, flanged ends,
bolted cap with swing check, renewable composite disc and seat.
One check valve shall be installed:
At the discharge of each pump
At all points shown on the Drawings and /or where specified.
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2.4.6
Float Valves
Supply and install all float valves as shown on the Drawings and wherever specified in this book of
specification.
Float valves 2 (65 mm) and smaller shall be all bronze screwed ends, float operated. Valves 3 (80mm) and
larger shall be cast iron body, flanged ends and float operated. Float shall be copper and mounted at the end of a
brass or copper rod, which actuates valve operation.
2.4.7
2.4.8
Ball Valves
Valves shall be bronze, with screwed ends, Teflon stem packing seals, Teflon seats T handle for I and
smaller, insulated operating lever for larger than 1. Valves shall be rated at 150 Psi working pressure.
Valves shall be suitable for use either with water, compressed air or oil serves.
2.4.9
Foot Valves
Valves shall be bronze with screwed ends, single puppet, metal to metal replaceable seat, puppet shall be
bronze construction, screen shall be of brass. Temperature and pressure ratings shall suit the intended service
application.
2.4.10
2.4.11
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2.4.12
Strainers
Water strainer shall be supplied and installed at the suction connection of all pumps. Strainers 2 (65 mm)
and smaller shall be Y-pattern type with bronze body, screwed cover, brass basket and screwed ends
Strainers 3 (80 mm) and larger shall be of cast iron body, brass basket and flanged ends.
Basket shall have 1/32 (0.8 mm.) perforations for water service.
Strainer shall be suitable for a maximum working pressure of 200 psi (1380 Kpa) Non-shock.
2.5
2.5.1
Storage
PVC pipes and fittings shall be stored under cover at all times. Sun light shall not be permitted to come into
contact with PVC materials at any time, except during installation in trench. The pipes shall be stored on flat
level ground free from large or sharp edged stones or objects, and shall be stacked to maximum height of 1.5 m.
(or as recommended by the manufacturer) with sockets at alternate ends, and in such a manner as to prevent
sagging or bending.
2.5.2
Pipe Installation
Before installation, the pipe shall be inspected for defects. Defective, damaged or unsound pipe will be rejected.
Deflections from a straight line or grade, between the center lines extended, of any 2 connecting pipes made
necessary by vertical curves or horizontal curves or offsets, shall not exceed 12500/D mm per linear meter of
pipe, where D represents the nominal internal diameter of the pipe expressed in millimeters.
If the alignment requires deflections in excess of these limitations, special bends or a sufficient number of
shorter lengths of pipe shall be furnished to provide angular deflections within the limit set forth. Except where
necessary in making connections with other lines, pipes shall be laid with the bells facing in the direction of
lying.
Pipes in trenches Place each length of pipe with a uniformly distributed bearing for the bottom 0.3 of the pipe
on the sand fill in the trench. Excavate recesses to accommodate pipe bells, sleeves, glands or other fittings.
Take up and re-lay any pipe that has the grade or joint disturbed after laying. Clean the interior of the pipe of all
foreign material before lowering into the trench, and keep clean during laying operations by means of plugs or
other acceptable methods.
Plumbing vents UPVC water supply pipes exposed to sun light shall be protected by water base synthetic latex
paints.
2.5.3
General Requirements
Make all changes in size and direction of piping with standard fittings.
Make all branch connections with tees.
Use eccentric reducing fittings or eccentric reducing couplings where required by the contract
documents
or where required to prevent pocketing of liquid or non-condensable.
Pipe bending shall not be resorted to except in extreme cases and only after the written approval of the
Consultant.
Piping shall be designed with Loops to take the thermal expansion. Wherever this is not possible for physical
reasons, expansion joints with guides shall be used.
Installation of pipes shall be complete with all cutting, patching and making good of walls, slabs, partitions,
etc., due to fixing, supporting and anchoring of pipes.
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Automatic air vents shall be installed at all air pocket locations, and/or at the highest points in the lines.
Pipes and fittings shall both be manufactured according to one single standard unit of measurement, either both
English and both metric.
All drainage and rain water pipes running underground, under the building, shall be encased in concrete for the
whole length.
2.5.4
Pipe Classes
A- Type-1
Polyvinyl chloride pipes (PVC) shall be of the un-plasticized rigid type and of high density and completely
homogeneous material.
PVC pipes-Type-1 shall comply with BS 4514 for Soil and BS 5255 for Waste and
Vent or DIN 19534 atmospheric pressure rating and tested at maximum static head.
PVC pipes Type-1 shall be of the integral plain socket suitable for solvent welding with special adhesive or with
push fit ring seal.
PVC pipes-Type-1 are allowed to be used for:
- Drainage and vent pipes above ground.
- Storm drain above and under the structures.
B- TYPE-2
Polyvinyl chloride pipes (PVC) shall be of the un plasticized rigid type and of high Density and completely
homogeneous material.
PVC pipes Type-2 shall comply with P.5.4660 for sizes up to 6 diameter and to BS 5481 for sizes above 8
diameter atmospheric pressure rating and tested at maximum static head. PVC pipes shall be of the single socket
type with ring seal.
PVC pipes-Type-2 are allowed to be used for drainage, sewer and storm water application, under the structures.
C- TYPE-3
Polypropylene Copolymer Random (PP-R) pipes with PN 20 pressure rating shall be manufactured according to
Din 8077/8078; fittings shall be manufactured according to DIN 16962. for drinking water in houses and
residential buildings . Pipes should be corrosion free and resistant to thermal aging and should not hold any
deposits inside and should reduce flow noises to a large extent.
Pipes and fittings shall be joined using electro-fusion welding process. Welding shall be made as recommended
by the manufacturer. Welding machine and tools should as per manufacturer recommendation. Threaded fittings
shall be used to connect to other piping systems, fixtures etc., fittings with metal insert shall be sealed with
Teflon tape. Pipe connectors shall be of brass that is nickel plated and chromed.
Pipe should be designed for continuous temperature of 0 deg. C to 90 deg. C. and short-term peak temperatures
of up to 100 deg. And should have a pressure rating of 65 bar 20 deg. and 16 bars at 95 deg. C.
Each pipe should of for (4) meter length.
PP-R piping system shall be installed with special pre-caution for thermal expansion especially for exposed
installation.
Thermal expansion shall be compensated by use of proper elbow, fittings as recommended by the manufacturer.
PP-R pipes shall not be installed or store under direct UV light. To reduce longitudinal
Expansion with heat load and to resist long time exposure to UV light, pipes in shafts and roof shall be of multilayer PP-R aluminum, mechanically stabilized by means of integrated combination with aluminum, consisting of
main pipe PP-R coated with aluminum and covered with PP-R treated. Pipes on roof shall be insulated and
cladded.
Pipe bending shall be generally avoided; PP-R pipes and fittings shall be certified for portable water use by a
recognized European Standard.
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2.6.1
General
All domestic water pumps shall come complete as a package set incorporating base frame run stand by controls
and alarms, duty sharing timer and control panel. The complete package shall be constructed and tested by the
manufacturer ready assembled for connection to the system.
2.6.2
Transfer Pump
The contractor to provide and install above the underground water tank an automatic Transfer Pump Set
consisting of 1 duty /standby (cyclic changeover). Pump to fill roof tank should be through UPVC riser pipe of
inner dia. 11/2 or above.
The pumps shall be centrifugal vertical multistage having stainless steel stage casings/ impellers & shaft, electro
coated cast iron casing.. The pumps shall be fitted with silicon carbide / carbon mechanical seals. The driver
shall be T.E.F.C. Motor suitable for 3 Phase / 415 V / 15 KW/ IP54/2900 RPM/Class F.
The pumps shall be interconnected by 3 x 3 copper pipe work incorporating strainers on the suction side of
each pump, flexible connector & gate valve on suction and discharge of each pump and a silent non-return valve
on the discharge of each pump.
1 No. pressure gauge should be fitted to the pump discharge manifold, as well as one no. gate valve at the outlet
end of the discharge manifold.
The control panel shall incorporate 1 No. ELCB, star-delta starters, Hand-off-auto-switch, door interlock isolator,
duty selector switch, run, trip, power on lamps, incoming MCB, back-up MCB. Control fuse, low voltage control
circuit, terminal for float switch connection.
The operation of the pump set should incorporate cyclic changeover of starting sequence, duty / standby mode,
auto changeover in case of duty pump failure.
All the above items to be mounted on a galvanized base frame.
2 Nos. float switches having 10 Mtr. cable with PVC coated brass counter weight shall be provided (one each in
suction & roof tank).
The complete pump set should be assembled, supplied, commissioned & guaranteed by an authorized local pump
agent.
Contractor should cover pump by aluminum louvered as per plumping drawings.
2.6.3
Booster Pump
The contractor to provide and install near the roof water tank an automatic booster set consisting of 1 duty
/standby or assist (cyclic changeover) , through 2 inside dia. (I.D.) U.P.V.C. Pipe.
The pumps shall be horizontal centrifugal stainless steel suction / discharge chamber casing, impellers & shaft.
The pumps shall be fitted with ceramic / carbon mechanical seals. The driver shall be T.E.F.C. Motor suitable for
1 Phase / 240 V / IP55.
The pumps shall be interconnected by 1.1/2 x 1.1/2 copper pipe work incorporating strainers on the suction side
of each pump, flexible connector & gate valve on suction and discharge of each pump and a silent non-return
valve on the discharge of each pump.
2 Nos. pressure switches & 1 No. pressure gauge should be fitted to the pump discharge manifold, as well as one
no. gate valve at the outlet end of the discharge manifold.
1 No. 226 Ltr. Noncorrosive Composite pressure vessel fitted with replaceable diaphragm suitable for 8 bar
working pressure should be provided. Pressure vessel should have one no. ball valve fitted in the line between
the pr. vessel and the discharge manifold of the pump set.
The control panel shall incorporate 1 No. ELCB, pump starters, Hand-off-auto-switch, duty selector switch, run,
trip, power on lamps, incoming MCB, back-up MCB. Control fuse, low voltage control circuit, terminal for float
switch connection.
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The operation of the pump set should incorporate cyclic changeover of starting sequence, duty / standby / assist
mode, auto changeover in case of duty pump failure.
All the above items to be mounted on a galvanized base plate with anti-vibration rubber pads.
1 No. float switch having 5 Mtr. cable with PVC coated brass counter weight shall be provided in the suction
tank.
The complete pump set should be assembled, supplied, commissioned & guaranteed by an authorized local pump agent.
Contractor should cover pump by aluminum louvered as per plumping drawings.
2.7
EQUIPMENTS
2.7.1
Contractor shall supply and install central water heaters as specified here under with all required works and accessories,
including, pressurized inlet water connection, hot water supply and return connections, drain lines, isolating valves,
safety valves, expansion tanks, monitoring gauges, electric wiring and control panels.
Water heater shall be electric storage type, suitable for high pressure system, supplied from reputable manufacturer and
covered by a minimum of 5 years guarantee.
Water heaters shall comply with the following specifications and requirements:
Inner tank shall be deoxidized copper with 99.9% purity joined by high-tech ITC welding. Insulation shall be CFC - free
polyurethane foam with not less than 30mm thickness. The outer casing shall be constructed from pre-painted sheet steel.
Heating element to be immersion type for maximum power input constructed of nickel chromium resistance wire
sheathed mineral filling and encased in copper tube, suitable for 1-phase, 240v. Thermostat shall be capillary fluid type
adjustable between 60oc and 85oc in addition to a thermal safety cut-out (90oc setting) with manual reset and an
externally adjustable thermostat (control knob). A safety valve group which includes expansion relief, non-return and
stop valve shall be installed on cold water inlet. Piping shall be configured to comply with ASHRAE requirement for heat
retention. An expansion tank shall be installed for each heater with capacity not less than 500 liters.
All central water heaters shall have a tested pressure at 12 Bar and designed for a working pressure of 6 Bar and shall
comply with ISO 9001, BS 5750 & IEC.
2.7.2
Supply, install and commission, as shown on the drawings and detailed herewith, water cooling system for filtered water
storage tank on the roof, to ensure that water temperature supplied will not rise more than 22c at all times.
Water cooling system to include: Chiller, circulating pump set, pressure vessels, automatic controls, concrete foundation,
pipe insulation, electrical and plumbing works. System should run completely automatic, trouble free, including all
necessary controls and safety devices to ensure proper functioning of the system and availability of chilled water in
storage tank even in warmest weather conditions. All accessories and fittings should not have any effect on water quality.
Chiller nominal rated capacity shall be 10 Ton. for each and shall be suitable for 415 volts, 50hz, 3phase. Water chiller
shall be capable of operating at ambient temperatures up to 52c. Chiller heat exchanger shall be jacketed
316 stainless steel. Chiller shall be equipped with silica filter drier to eliminate the moisture content and prolong life of
condensing unit. Condenser fan motor shall include overload protection with class f insulation. Fan motor speed shall not
be more than 1000 rpm. Chiller shall include low and high pressure switches and anti-recycling timer control. Chiller
shall be complete with control panel. panel to include the following minimum features: Main circuit breaker, MCCB for
each chiller, Over load relays, Elcb on main, Ammeter and voltmeter, A.O.H. switches, Phase failure protection,
Run/Trip indicators, Power on indicator, Low level indicator, 24 volt control circuit, Provision for dry run protection,
Provision for inter locking with circulating pumps, Digital display for the temperature in water tank.
System shall include fully packaged circulating pump set to circulate water through chiller. Set shall include 2 nos.
pumps with one working and one stand-by with control panel. Pumps shall all stainless steel casing, shaft, impeller,
propylene seals, and shall be suitable for up to 12 bar working pressure,-20 to +110c liquid temperature range. Pump
duty to be 65 gpm @ 15 mtr. head.
Circulating pumps control panel to include: Main incomer door interlock isolator, Power 'on' indicator, MCB and elcb for
each pump, ammeter for each pump, voltmeter, phase failure relay with indicator, H.O.A. switches for each pump,
run/trip indicators, timer control, water tank low level indicator, low voltage supply (24 v a/c) for switches.
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Type of media
Material of construction
4th stage: U.v. sterilizing unit for destruction of bacteria and virus.
Location
Flow rate/unit
Working pressure
Housing
U.v. dosage
Control panel
2.8
DRAINS OUTLETS
2.8.1
Floor Drain
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Floor Drains for the bathrooms and the kitchen shall be made of HDPE material of a trap type having a water seal of
minimum 70mm. The Floor drain should have a sealed rodding eye for easy access for cleaning. The outlet should be
75mm with three inlets of 40/50mm options.
Provision for an extension pipe to be welded onto the Floor drain should be available in case the floor drain is situated
below the slab.
2.8.2
Roof Drains
All Rainwater outlets will be Corner type Roof Drains with austenitic stainless steel retaining bolts and studs. Gratings
and clamping rings or flanges are finished with factory applied electrostatic polyester powder coating.
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The Roof Outlets should consist of body assembly, clamping ring and a domed or flat grate. Designed for use with
bituminous or multi-layer waterproofing membranes.
These should be dressed into the outer sump, and the clamping ring secured over the waterproofing layer with bolts
provided, to prevent water ingress between waterproofing membrane and roof outlet. The grating to act as a guard
against airborne debris from blocking the outlet.
2.8.3 Balcony Drains
Balcony Drains will be of Shallow type Drain of HDPE Material with horizontal / vertical outlet of 50mm with
110x110mm Stainless steel Grating..
2.9
2.9.1
Scope of Work
The contractor shall supply all sanitary wares and fixtures as shown in the drawings and as per basic prices (refer to the
B.O.Q.) and as per list of manufacturers for the following:
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
Notes:
The prices mentioned in the B.O.Q. are for the supply of the following items as per Consultant/Clients choice.
Contractor shall include in his price for installation, connecting fittings, related builders work, his overhead and profit
etc.
a- Fixtures
1- Washbasin (countertop and Pedestal).
2- W.C with cistern, fitting and seat & cover.
3- Bidet.
4- Bathtub.
5- Shower tray.
b- Mixers
1- Wash Basin Mixer.
2- Bath Mixer.
3- Shower Mixer.
4- Bidet Mixer.
5- Shattaf (spray hose).
c- Accessories
1- Soap dish for washbasin and bidet.
2- Soap & sponge dish for bathtub.
3- Soap & sponge dish for shower area.
4- Towel rail.
5- Robe hook.
6- Paper holder.
7- Shelf.
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d- Flow Rates:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
The tank sections shall be of double skin type with 32mm thickness sandwich insulation.
Contractor should cover underground water tanks & roof water tank by aluminum cover.
Ground water tank could by 1 day consumption and Roof water tank could be day consumption.
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3.
Thermal Insulation
No hydroscopic and fire resisting fiber glass or rock wool, minimum thickness 40mm.
3.4
3.5
Thermostat
Protective pipes for heating elements
Heating element
Thermal cut-out
Heating Element
The insertion type heating element with nichrome resistance wiring in block type ceramic former is
detachable from the apparatus plate.
This element consists of:
a)
End stone
b)
Element stone
c)
Heating spiral
d)
Junction contact
e)
Connection screw
A neon pilot light indicates if heating element is in operation.
3.6 Thermostat
Capillary type of adjustable range between 35 Deg. C. to Deg. C. of the single pole type, rated 16 amps.
Maximum temperature housing 150 Deg. C.
Thermal Cut-out
Safety thermal cut-out is manually reset table and operates at 103 Deg. C. 4 of 2 pole cut-out 25 amps.
3.7
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3.7.1
Power Rating
The power rating to be 1500w.
3.8
3.9
Capacities
The capacities shall be as shown on drawings
3.10
Guarantee
All heaters to be guaranteed for at least 5 years by manufacturer and not by supplier.
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PART # 3
FIRE FIGHTING WORKS
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FIRE EXTINGUISHERS:-
1.1.1.
General:
1.
2.
The distribution of fire extinguishers shall comply with the prescribed requirements of NFPA-10, as shown
on the drawings and the specific requirements of the local Civil Defence Authorities.
3.
4.
Portable fire extinguishers shall be maintained in a fully charged and operable condition, and kept in their
designated places at all times when they are not being used.
FIRE PLANKET:Fire blankets are made of fire resistant glass fiber fabric. Each family should have a fire blanket. It is easy to
use and good for putting out small fires, especially in the kitchen. It is also an excellent first extinguisher in a
car, boat, caravan or holiday home. The Fire blanket can be released and cover the flame in LESS THAN FIVE
SECONDS!Nothing could be simpler.
Fire blanket can be used to extinguish fires in small electrical appliances (toaster, coffee maker, etc.), rubbish
bins, clothes, tabletop fires caused by candles or fat pan fires.
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