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PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 DESCRIPTION:
A. The Work under this Section consists of furnishing and installing all basic
mechanical piping, fittings, specialties and related items as indicated on the
drawings and as specified herein.
B. Materials and methods included in this Section are of a general nature, and apply
to most systems and installations in this Contract. Refer to individual system
Section for materials and methods specifically required for the respective systems.
1.2 REFERENCES:
SASO 1013 Welded plain-end steel tubes and pipes for general
use
1.3 SUBMITTALS:
C. Welders' Certificates: Submit for all welders on the Project as per AWS
Standards.
A. All the components and installations shall comply with the applicable seismic
requirements of project location as shown on structural drawings. All equipments
shall be suitable for altitude of the site.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
A. Welding Materials: Comply with Section II, Part C, ASME Boiler and Pressure
Vessel Code for welding materials appropriate for the wall thickness and chemical
analysis of the pipe being welded.
B. Brazing Materials: Comply with SFA-5.8, Section II, ASME Boiler and Pressure
Vessel Code for brazing filler metal materials appropriate for the materials being
joined.
D. Gaskets for Flanged Joints: Gasket material shall be full-faced for cast iron
flanges and raised-face for steel flanges. Select materials to suit the service of the
piping system in which installed and which conform to their respective ANSI
Standard (A21.11, B16.20, or B16.21). Provide materials that will not be
detrimentally affected by the chemical and thermal conditions of the fluid being
carried.
2.3 VALVES:
C. Unions:
1. Unions in steel pipe shall be malleable iron and have female pattern, brass
to iron seat and ground joint. Unions shall be rated for minimum of 1.0
MPa water working pressure.
D. Dielectric Unions: Provide dielectric unions with appropriate end connections for
the pipe materials in which installed (screwed, soldered, or flanged), which
effectively isolate dissimilar piping materials, prevent galvanic action and stop
corrosion.
E. Dielectric Waterway Fittings: Electroplated steel or brass nipple, with an inert and
non-corrosive, thermoplastic lining.
F. Strainers: Strainers shall be Y-pattern having ASTM B61 bronze body, full line
size of connecting piping, with ends matching piping system materials. Strainers
shall have Type 304 stainless steel screens and tapped blow-off plug. Strainers
shall be rated for 1.5 Mpa water working pressure.
G. Sleeves:
1. Sheet Metal Sleeves: 10 gage, galvanized sheet metal, round tube closed
with welded longitudinal joint.
2. Steel Pipe Sleeves: Schedule 40 galvanized, welded steel pipe, ASTM A53,
Grade A.
2.5 MOTORS:
A. Motors of 10 HP and above shall have Star Delta starter and below 10 HP shall be
direct online. This will be applicable to the motors for all mechanical equipment
including Chillers, pumps, air handling units, fan coils units and others.
B. Preparation: Ream ends of pipes and tubes, and remove burrs. Bevel plain ends
of steel pipe. Remove scales, slag, dirt, and debris for both inside and outside of
piping and fittings before assembly.
C. General Locations and Arrangements: Drawings indicate the general location and
arrangement of the piping systems. Location and arrangement of piping layout
take into consideration pipe sizing and friction loss, expansion, pump sizing, and
other design considerations. So far as practical, install piping as indicated. Refer
to individual system specifications for requirements for coordination drawing
submittals.
D. Piping:
1. Conceal all pipe installations in walls, pipe chases, utility spaces, above
ceilings, below grade or floors, unless indicated otherwise.
2. Install piping free of sags or bends and with ample space between piping to
permit proper insulation applications.
4. Install piping tight to slabs, beams, joists, etc. where possible and such that
any removable ceiling panels may be removed for access above ceilings.
Install access panels at locations approved by Engineer.
5. Protect all piping from entrance of dirt or other foreign materials during the
construction period. At the completion of the Project, all dirt and foreign
matter in piping shall be removed, completely.
6. Install pipe sleeve seals at all foundation and wall penetrations. Piping
passing through exterior building walls shall be caulked weather tight. Seal
pipe penetrations of fire barriers (walls and slab) using fire barrier
penetration seals as specified in relevant Section of the Specifications or as
approved by the Engineer.
7. All water piping shall have drain valves at low points in mains, risers, and
branch lines; and same shall be provided with 19 mm drain valve with
threaded hose connection.
11. Pitch horizontal lines to low points to provide for complete drainage of
system. Minimum pitch, unless otherwise shown, shall be 20 mm in 10 m.
Install drain valves at low points and air vents at high points and at locations
where air may pocket in water lines.
13. Swing joints at run outs to equipment and risers. Provide expansion joints at
all other points for flexible piping systems.
14. Drain piping from pump glands, relief valves, condensate drain pans, etc.
shall discharge into open sight drains, floor drains, or other acceptable
collection points terminating the drain line with a 50 mm minimum air gap
and plain end (unthreaded) pipe.
16. Coordinate piping installations with duct work, structure, lighting, electrical
conduit, and all other materials and equipment.
17. Use flexible pipe connectors for all inlet and discharge connections to pumps
(except in-line pumps) and other vibration producing equipment.
18. Provide flanges on all valves, apparatus and equipment having 60 mm and
larger connections.
19. Reduction in pipe sizes (except in drainage pipe) shall be made using
eccentric reducer couplings installed with the level side up on water piping
and condensate piping and level side down on all stems.
20. Provide unions adjacent to each valve, and at the final connection to each
piece of equipment and/or plumbing fixture having 50 mm and smaller
connections and where otherwise indicated. Unions are not required at
flanged devices.
21. Wherever wells are installed in piping for thermometers, pressure gages,
probes, etc., pipe diameter shall be increased by one pipe size to
accommodate same.
22. Provide water hammer arrestors at the top of all hot and cold domestic water
risers, at the end of each water header in utility spaces, at the end of each
branch line, and at the top of the branches to batteries of two or more
fixtures. Provide shock absorbers at each solenoid valve or piece of
equipment that has a quick closing type valve.
24. Do not run piping or ductwork within 914 mm clear space in front of electrical
equipment panels, starters, etc. as required by NFPA 70.
25. Install packed mechanical equipment that has factory mounted electrical
panels or starters in compliance with clear space required by NFPA 70.
26. Do not install piping and ductwork of any kind in electrical rooms,
telecommunication rooms or elevator equipment rooms.
1. Valves shall be installed where indicated and relief valves shall have a
relieving capacity of not less than the rated output of the equipment. Relief
shall be piped full size, without shutoff devices in line, to the nearest floor
drain.
2. Strainers shall be installed on the supply side of each control valve, pressure
reducing and regulating valves, solenoid valves and else where as indicated.
3. Floor plans and flow diagrams are intended to be complimentary since not all
valves can be shown on the floor plans. In general, flow diagrams and
details show valve arrangement and floor plans show locations when
possible.
4. Use fittings for all changes in direction and all branch connections and
take-offs from mains. Use commercially available fittings for all changes in
direction and branch connections having changes in pipe sizes of one pipe
size.
5. All water valves which regulate flow shall be globe, plug, ball or butterfly
type, and valves that are either "open" or "closed" shall be gate, ball or
butterfly type as indicated.
6. Provide shut-off valves in each supply branch from mains and at each supply
connection to equipment; provide a balance valve at each return branch to
mains and at each return connection from equipment. For shut-off valves 50
mm (2 inch) and smaller, use gate or ball valves; for shut-off valves 63 mm
(2-1/2 inch) and larger, use gate or butterfly valves.
7. Check Valves: Install swing check valves on discharge side of each pump
and elsewhere as indicated on drawings.
1. Any leaking joints shall be completely disassembled and remade with new
materials.
2. Ends of all copper tubing and the interior of the cup of the fitting shall be
thoroughly cleaned and polished prior to the application of the flux and
solder. The flux shall not be used as a substitute for proper joint preparation.
3. All pipes shall be carefully reamed. Threaded pipes shall have full length
clean cut threads.
4. All sockets and pipe ends of PVC shall be cleaned, solvent cement applied
for full circumferential cover.
END OF SECTION
VALVES
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 DESCRIPTION:
A. The Work under this Section consists of furnishing and installing all the valves
required for the mechanical systems as shown on the drawings and specified
herein.
1.2 REFERENCES:
ANSI B16.1 Cast Iron Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings, Class 25, 125,
250, and 800.
ANSI B16.24 Bronze Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings, Class 150 and
300.
BS 143 Malleable Cast Iron and Cast Copper Alloy threaded Pipe
Fittings.
BS 5154 Copper alloy Globe, Globe Stop, and Check, Check and Gate
valves
ASME B31.9 Building Services Piping - ASME Code for Pressure Piping.
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D. ASTM - American Society for Testing and Materials
ASTM A 126 Specification for Gray Iron Castings for Valves, Flanges, and
Pipe Fittings.
1.3 SUBMITTALS:
B. Grooved joint couplings and fittings shall be shown on drawings and product
submittals, and shall be specifically identified with the applicable style or series
designation.
B. Protect valves from weather. Store valves indoors. Maintain valve temperature
higher than ambient dew point temperature. Support valve off the ground or
pavement in watertight enclosures.
C. Use a sling to handle valves whose size requires handling by crane or lift. Rig
valves to avoid damage to exposed valve parts. Do not use handwheels or stems
as lifting or rigging points.
A. Comply with the requirements ASME B31.9 and applicable Standards of MSS.
C. All grooved joint couplings, fittings, valves, and specialties shall be the products of
a single manufacturer. Grooving tools shall be of the same manufacturer as the
grooved components.
15100-2 Valves
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
A. General: Comply with ASME B31.9 for building services piping, and ASME B31.1
for power piping.
B. Valve Design: Valves shall have rising stem, or rising outside screw and yoke
stems; except, non-rising stem valves may be used where headroom prevents full
extension of rising stems.
D. Sizes: Unless otherwise indicated, provide valves of same size as upstream pipe
size.
2. Lever Handle: On quarter-turn valves 150 mm and smaller, except for plug
valves. Provide one wrench for every 10 plug valves.
G. Bypass and Drain Connections: Comply with MSS SP-45 bypass and drain
connections.
2. Flanges: Comply with ANSI B16.1 for cast iron, ANSI B16.5 for steel, and
ANSI B16.24 for bronze valves.
I. Valves (for underground installation) with dia. 150 mm and below shall be
telescopic type. Valves (for underground installation) with dia. 200 mm and above
shall be installed in a concrete pit. Valves with dia. 300 mm and above shall be
gear operated. Butterfly valve can be used as a substitute for gate valve if
approved by the Engineer.
A. Gate Valves 50.8 mm and Smaller: MSS SP-80; Class 125, body and bonnet of
ASTM B 62 cast bronze, threaded or solder ends, solid disc, copper-silicon alloy
stem, brass packing gland, Teflon-impregnated packing, and malleable iron
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handwheel. Class 150 valves meeting the above shall be used where pressure
requires.
Gate Valves 50.8 mm and smaller: DIN 3352, PN 16 bar pressure rating,
maximum temperature 200 ºC. Body, Bonnet and wedge made of bronze Rg5
according to DIN 1705 standard, Non-rising stem made of brass resistant to
dezincification, Stem seal with Teflon impregnated gland packing, threads
according to DIN 2999 standard.
B. Gate Valves 63.5 mm and Larger: MSS SP-70; Class 125 iron body, bronze
mounted, with body and bonnet conforming to ASTM A 126 Class B, flanged
ends, and Teflon impregnated packing and two-piece backing gland assembly.
Gate Valves 350 mm and Larger shall be metal seated, design according To BS
5163 / DIN 3352. Body & Bonnet and Disc made of Ductile Cast Iron according
to DIN EN 1563. Body & Disc Seat Rings shall be made of St. Steel 1.4021 to
EN10088-1 or SS304. Non Rising Stem made of St. Steel 1.4021 to EN10088-1
or SS304. Valves shall have a clear water way equal to the full nominal diameter
of the valve. Valves shall be opened by turning counter clockwise. Valves size
350mm up to 500 mm shall be operated with Hand Wheel, Mechanical Gear
Box. Valves size 600mm and larger shall be operated with mechanical gear box
with position indicator or electric actuator and shall be equipped with By Pass
Circuit . Valves shall be suitable for potable water, chilled water applications.
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Flanged ends to BS4504 or DIN2501, PN16, Max Water Temp. 120 C, External
and internal fusion bonded epoxy powder coated with minimum 200-300 Micron.
A. Swing Check Valves 50.8 mm and Smaller: MSS SP-80; Class 125, cast bronze
body and cap conforming to ASTM B62, horizontal swing, Y-pattern, with a bronze
disc, and having threaded or solder ends. Valve shall be capable of being
re-ground while the valve remains in the line. Class 150 valves meeting the above
specifications may be used where pressure requires or Class 125 are not
available.
Swing Check Valve 50.8 mm and Smaller: DIN 2999, PN16 bar pressure rating,
maximum temperature 100 ºC. Horizontal and vertical installation, body and
cover made of bronze Rg5, inner parts made of brass resistant to de-
zincification, threaded ends connection.
B. Swing Check Valves 63.5 mm and Larger: MSS SP-71; Class 125, cast iron body
and bolted cap conforming to ASTM A126, Class B, horizontal swing, with a
bronze disc or cast iron disc with bronze disc ring, and flanged ends. Valve shall
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be capable of being refitted while the valve remains in the line.
1. MSS SP-71: Class 125, cast iron body and bolted cap conforming to ASTM
A 126, class B, horizontal swing, with a bronze disc or cast iron disc with
bronze disc ring and flanged ends. Valve shall be capable of being refitted
while the valve remains in the line.
2. 300 psi CWP, ductile iron body and coupled cap conforming to ASTM A536,
Grade 65-45-12, horizontal swing with a stainless steel disc with EPDM seat
and grooved ends.
Resilient Seat Swing Check Valve 63.5 mm and up to 300 mm: BS 5153, PN 16,
Ductile Iron GGG-50 Body and Bolted Cover, Horizontal Swing, Renewable Seat
and Disc made from Ductile Iron GGG-50 vulcanized with NBR rubber. Flanged
Ends, External and Internal FBE coated to the min. 200 – 300 micron thick.
Check Valve 350 mm and Larger: Shall be tilting disc, design according to
DIN3202 F4 / ISO 5752-14. Valves shall be suitable for potable and chilled water
applications with replaceable sealing rubber in the disc. Body and disc made of
Ductile Cast Iron according to DIN EN 1563. Maximum temperature 70 ºC.
Stem, body seat, bolts are made of St. Steel 1.4021 to EN10088-1 Or SS304.
Horizontal and vertical installation. Valve shall be equipped with external lever
with counter weight. Valve shall be equipped with damping device when required
to eliminate hammering phenomena. Flanged ends to BS4504/DIN2501, 16 bar
pressure rating. External and internal 200 – 300 microns fusion bonded epoxy
coated.
1. 63.5 and 75 mm: 300 psi CWP, ductile iron body, aluminum bronze single
disc, with PPS (polyphenylene sulfide) coated body and seat, with disc
mounted seal, stainless steel spring and shaft, and grooved ends.
2. 100 mm to 300 mm: 300 psi CWP, ductile iron body, elastomer coated
ductile iron single disc with welded-in nickel seat, enamel coated body, with
stainless steel spring and shaft and grooved ends.
3. 350mm to 600 mm: 230 psi CWP, ductile iron body, stainless steel dual
disc(s) with EPDM seat and stainless steel spring and shaft, and AGS
grooved ends.
A. Globe Valves 50.8 mm and Smaller: MSS SP-80; Class 125, body and screwed
bonnet of ASTM B 62 cast bronze, threaded or solder ends, brass or replaceable
composition disc, copper-silicon alloy stem, brass packing gland, Teflon
impregnated packing, and malleable iron handwheel. Class 150 valves meeting
the above shall be used where pressure requires.
Globe Valve 50.8 mm and smaller: DIN 3844 series 2. PN16 bar rating at
maximum temperature 150 ºC. Body made of bronze Rg5 according to DIN
1705 standard, brass bonnet, Teflon impregnated gland packing, strong metal
handwheel, disc with PTFE (Teflon) seal.
B. Globe Valves 63.5 mm and Larger: MSS SP-85; Class 125 iron body and bolted
bonnet conforming to ASTM A 126, Class B, outside screw and yoke, bronze
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mounted, flanged ends, and Teflon impregnated packing and 2-piece backing
gland assembly.
Globe Valve 63.5 mm and larger: BS 5152, Body and Bonnet Shall be made
from High Grade Ductile Iron GGG-50, Rising Stem, Bolted Bonnet and
renewable seat, External and Internal FBE Coated with min. 200 – 300 micron
thick. Flanged ends to BS 4504 – PN16.
A. Automatic flush (drain) valves shall be installed at the end of each lateral in which
bubblers are installed and where indicated.
A. For water level in water system with working pressure up to 1.5 kp/cm² (1.5 bar)
shall be bronze gate provided with bronze rod and bronze float ball attachment.
The ball shall be made of copper.
A. Drain Valves: Bronze body and angle hose end valve with composition discs and
rising stems; working pressure shall be 10.5 kg/cm².
A. Butterfly Valves 63.5 mm to 300 mm: Rated for 300 psi CWP working pressure,
one-piece construction, grooved end ductile iron body with extended neck
conforming to ASTM A536, electroless-nickel coated ductile iron, aluminum-
bronze, or stainless steel disc, pressure responsive elastomer seat, and stainless
steel stem. (Stem shall be offset from the disc centerline to provide full 360-degree
circumferential seating.)
B. Butterfly Valves 350 mm to 600 mm: Rated for 300 psi CWP working pressure,
one-piece construction, AGS grooved end ductile iron body with extended neck
conforming to ASTM A536, PPS (polyphenylene sulfide) coated ductile iron disc
with disc mounted elastomer seal, and stainless steel stem. (Stem shall be offset
from the disc centerline to provide full 360-degree circumferential seating.).
A. Ball Valves 25.4 mm and Smaller: Rated for 150 psi saturated steam pressure,
400 psi WOG pressure; 2-piece construction, bronze body conforming to ASTM B
62, standard (or regular) port, chrome-plated brass ball, replaceable Teflon or TFE
seats and seals, blowout proof stem, and vinyl-covered steel handle.
Provide solder ends for condenser water, chilled water, and domestic hot and cold
water service; threaded ends for heating hot water and low pressure steam.
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B. Ball Valves 31.75 mm to 50.8 mm: Rated for 150 psi saturated steam pressure,
400 psi WOG pressure; 3-piece construction, bronze body conforming to ASTM B
62, conventional port, chrome-plated brass ball, replaceable Teflon or TFE seats
and seals, blowout proof stem, and vinyl-covered steel handle. Valve ends as
above.
Ball Valve 50 mm and smaller: According to DIN 3357 standard, Two piece
body, unplated bronze, full flow, ball made of chrome plated brass with PTFE
seats, brass stem with double viton O-ring seal, Lever handle made of
Galvanized steel with plastic coating, PN16 rating at maximum 150 ºC.
A. Plug Valves 50.8 mm and Smaller: 150 psi WOG, bronze body, straightaway
pattern, square head, threaded ends.
B. Plug Valves 63.5 mm and Larger: MSS SP-78; 175 psi, lubricated plug type,
semi-steel body, single gland, wrench operated, flanged ends.
A. Pressure reducing valve of the size and type indicated shall be installed as shown
on drawings. The valve shall maintain a constant downstream pressure regardless
of varying pressures. It shall be hydraulically operated, pilot-controlled, diaphragm-
type globe valve. The main valve shall have a single removable seat and resilient
disc. The stem shall be guided at both ends by a bearing in the valve cover and an
integral bearing in the valve seat. No external packing glands are permitted and
there shall be no pistons operating main valve or any pilot controls.
C. Pressure reducing valve shall have bronze/ ductile cast iron epoxy coated body,
stainless steel inner parts (seating, center guide) bronze v-port and disc valves.
Flange ISO PN16, down stream seating range: 1 is to 10 bar.
D. Two pressure gauges shall be provided, one at inlet and the other at the outlet.
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controlling the flow within +/- 5% of rated flow or +/- 2% of maximum flow.
H. Identification tags shall be available for all valves; tags shall be indelibly market
with flow rate, color and dial setting.
I. Actuator shall provide a visual indication of the valve position.
J. The valve shall be closing when the actuator is not powered.
K. The valve shall withstand a shut off pressure of at least 400 lPa without internal
leaking.
L. The seat plug shall be manufactured of EPDM rubber.
M. The packaging box for sealing the stem shall be removable with the system in
operation, without allowing external leakage.
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H. Optional fail safe system to power valve to either open or closed position from any
position in case of power failure shall be available.
I. External LED- read-out of current valve position and maximum valve position
setting shall be standard.
J. Valve housing shall be constructed of Ductile Iron ASTM A536-65T, class 60-45-
18 rated at no less than 400 kPa static pressure and 120°C.
K. Dual pressure/temperature test plugs for verifying accuracy of flow performance
shall be standard on for all valve sizes.
L. Identification tags shall be available for all valves; tags shall be indelibly market
with part number, production date and pressure differential range. Tags shall be of
aluminum and in size no less then 50mm * 25mm
M. Flow Regulation unit shall consist of stainless steel and hydrogenated acrylonitrile
butadiene rubber and shall be capable of controlling the flow within +/- 5%
N. Flow regulation unit shall be accessible, for maintenance.
2.17 STRAINERS:
B. Strainers 63.5 mm and Larger: Shall be constructed of high grade Ductile Iron
GGG-50 with blow-off connections and self aligning cylindrical screens,
Strainers shall be suitable for Horizontal and vertical installation. Below outlets
are tapped FIPT. Stainless Steel Screen shall be standard sizes with
perforations as approved. Strainers shall be flanged ends to BS 4504, PN16,
External and Internal FBE coated min. 200 – 300 micron thick.
15100-9 Valves
PART 3 - EXECUTION
A. General Application: Use gate, ball and butterfly valves for shut-off duty; globe
and ball for throttling duty. Refer to drawings and piping system specification
sections for specific valve application and arrangement. Locate valves for easy
access and provide separate support where necessary.
B. Install valves and unions for each fixture and item of equipment in a manner to
allow equipment removal without system shut-down. Unions are not required on
flanged devices or in grooved piping systems.
C. Butterfly valves may be used in lieu of gate valves in applicable piping systems.
D. Install 3-valve bypass around each pressure reducing valve using throttling type
valves.
E. Install valves in horizontal piping with stem at or above the center of the pipe.
F. Swing check valves shall be installed in horizontal position with hinge pin level.
G. Solder, threaded, grooved and flanged connections shall be as per the approved
trade practice.
A. Testing: After piping systems have been tested and put into service, but before
final adjusting and balancing, inspect each valve for leaks. Adjust or replace
packing to stop leaks; replace valve if leak persists.
END OF SECTION
15100-10 Valves
SECTION 15125
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 DESCRIPTION:
A. The Work shall consist of furnishing and installation of all pipe expansion joints as
required, or as shown on the drawings and specified herein.
1.2 REFERENCES:
1.3 SUBMITTALS:
1.4 WARRANTY:
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
A. General: Absorb expansion in bends, swing joints, expansion joints, and offsets.
All piping mains, branches and run outs shall be installed to allow for free
expansion and contraction without developing leaks or undue stressing of pipe or
equipment.
A. General: Provide bellow type joints where indicated for piping systems, with
pressure/temperature ratings to suit intended service. Select joints to provide
200% absorption capacity of piping expansion between anchors. All expansion
joints shall be factory tested to 150% of maximum rated pressure for 12 minutes
B. Rubber bellow type joints shall be peroxide cured EPDM throughout with
manufacturer’s standard tire cord reinforcement, single or double bellows as
applicable for the type of expansion joint. Expansion joints for copper pipes, 2” and
smaller shall have brass threaded ends, and 2-1/2” and larger shall have
interlocked ductile iron flanges. Expansion joints for steel pipes, 2” and smaller
shall have ductile iron threaded ends, and 2-1/2” and larger shall have interlocked
ductile iron flanges. Contractor shall provided calculations for the selected
expansion joints for the approval of Engineer before ordering the material.
A. General: Provide pipe alignment guides on both sides of Expansion joints, and
elsewhere as indicated. Construct with 4-finger spider traveling inside guiding
sleeve, with provisions for anchoring to building substrate.
B. Guides shall be constructed with steel base and T-bar with teflon or graphite
plates bonded to the steel components to allow minimum static friction and self-
lubrication for unlimited movement. Units shall be factory painted. Guide base
shall be welded to the pipe.
A. General: Provide expansion joints where indicated or required for piping system,
with materials as mentioned above for bellow type joints.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 INSPECTION:
A. Examine areas and conditions under which expansion compensation products are
to be installed. Do not proceed with work until unsatisfactory conditions have been
corrected in manner acceptable for installation.
A. General: Unless otherwise indicated, install connection between piping mains and
risers with at least 5 pipe fittings including tee in main; install connections between
piping risers and terminal units with at least 4 pipe fittings including tee in riser.
END OF SECTION
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 DESCRIPTION:
A. The Work shall consist of furnishing and installation of all hangers and supports
for mechanical piping, ductwork and equipment as indicated on the drawings
and as specified herein.
1.2 REFERENCES:
MSS SP90 Guide Lines and Terminology for Pipe Hangers and
Supports.
1.3 SUBMITTALS:
B. Pipe hangers and supports for fire protection system shall comply with NFPA
requirements.
E. Concrete Inserts: Inserts shall be of malleable iron body and nut with recessed
sides to accommodate reinforcing rods and lateral adjustments. Inserts shall have
25 mm maximum body with width between reinforcing bars in ribs.
F. Expansion Shields: Expansion shields shall be provided for rod hanger fasteners
with steel shell sand expander plugs and for concrete fasteners.
G. Eye Rods: Eye rods shall have welded eyes with left or right hand thread as
required.
H. Tube Straps: Copper-plated steel for copper tubing for pipe sizes up to and
including 25 mm diameter, with securing holes.
I. Beam Clamps: Malleable iron jaw with steel nut and bolt, steel hook rod with nut
and spring washer.
J. C-Clamps: Malleable iron clamps, with hardened steel cup point set screw
retainer lip and lock nut.
M. Hanger Rods: Galvanized carbon steel, threaded at bottom and top, as follows:
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Pipe Size Rod Size
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50 mm and smaller 10 mm
63 mm to 90 mm 13 mm
100 mm and 127 mm 16 mm
150 mm to 150 mm 19 mm
300 mm 25 mm
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1. For trapeze hangers, take spacing of smallest pipe on trapeze. The spacing
shown on the schedule is maximum spacing pipe will span. The hanger
supports and structural elements of the building shall be checked for load
support. Spacing may have to be reduced to lighten load on certain hanger
supports.
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Longest Round Strap Trapeze Maximum
Dimension Hangers Hangers Shelf Spacing
Of Duct Angles
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up thru 450 ga.8 wire 25mm x 1.6mm 25x25x3mm 3050 mm
475-750 ga.8 wire 25mm x 1.6mm 25x25x3mm 3050 mm
775-1050 6 mm rod 25mm x 1.6mm 38x38x3mm 3050 mm
1075-1500 10 mm rod 25mm x 1.6mm 38x38x3mm 3050 mm
1525-2100 10 mm rod 38mm x 1.6mm 50x50x3mm 2440 mm
2125-2400 10 mm rod 38mm x 1.6mm 50x50x5mm 2440 mm
over 2425 10 mm rod 38mm x 1.6mm 50x50x6mm 2440 mm
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PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION:
A. General:
1. Hangers and supports shall be installed and spaced in accordance with the
requirements of the Uniform Plumbing Code.
1. Vertical stacks, leaders and risers shall be supported at floor with extension
clamps attached to the pipes above floor with the extended arms of the
clamps resting on the floor.
2. Dielectric spacers shall be provided between copper tubing risers and steel
clamps, or plastic-coated riser clamps shall be used.
C. Suspended Piping:
3.3 SUPPORT:
D. Branch piping hanger supports may be field drilled into concrete using self-drilling
type expansion shields. Expansion shields shall not be cut or unduly displace
reinforcement.
END OF SECTION
MECHANICAL IDENTIFICATION
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. The Work under this Section consists of furnishing and installing mechanical
identification as indicated on the drawings and as specified herein.
A. Codes and Standards: Comply with ANSI-A13.1 for lettering size, length of color
field, colors and viewing angles of identification devices.
1.3 SUBMITTALS:
B. Samples: Submit samples of each color, lettering style and other graphic
representation required for each identification material or system.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
A. Stencils: Standard fiberboard stencils, prepared for required applications with letter
sizes generally complying with recommendations of ANSI A13.1 for piping and
similar applications, but not less than 32 mm high letters for ductwork and not less
than 19 mm high letters for access door signs and similar operational instructions.
B. Stencil Paint: Standard exterior type stenciling enamel; black, except as otherwise
indicated; either brushing grade or pressurized spray-can form and grade.
D. Small Pipes: For external diameters less than 150 mm (including insulation if any),
provide full-band pipe markers, extending 360 degrees around pipe at each
location, fastened by one of the following methods:
4. Taped to pipe (or insulation) with color-coded plastic adhesive tape, not
less than 19 mm wide; full circle at both ends of pipe marker, tape lapped
38 mm.
E. Large Pipes: For external diameters of 150 mm and larger (including insulation if
any), provide either full-band or strip type pipe markers, but not narrower than 3
times letter height (and of required length), fastened by one of the following
methods:
2. Taped to pipe (or insulation) with color-coded plastic adhesive tape, not
less than 38 mm wide; full circle at both ends of pipe marker, tape lapped
75 mm.
G. Arrows: Print each pipe marker with arrows indicating direction of flow, either
integrally with piping system service lettering (to accommodate both directions) or
as separate unit of plastic.
For hazardous exhausts, use color and design recommended by ANSI A13.1.
B. Nomenclature: Include direction of air flow, duct service (supply, return, exhaust,
etc.), duct origin (from), duct destination (to) and design cmh.
C. Color: Comply with ANSI A13.1, except where another color selection is indicated.
A. Brass Valve Tags: Provide 19-gage polished brass valve tags with stamp-
engraved piping system abbreviation in 6 mm high letters and sequenced valve
numbers 12 mm high, and with 4 mm hole for fastener. Provide 38 mm diameter
tags, except as otherwise indicated.
B. Plastic Valve Tags: Provide manufacturer's standard solid plastic valve tags with
printed enamel lettering, with piping system abbreviation in approximately 4.7 mm
high letters and sequenced valve numbers approximately 9 mm high, and with 4
mm hole for fastener. Provide size, shape and color combination as required for
each piping system.
C. Valve Tag Fasteners: Provide manufacturer's standard solid brass chain (wire link
or beaded type), or solid brass S-hooks of the sizes required for proper
attachment of tags to valves, and manufactured specifically for that purpose.
A. General: Identify air supply, return, exhaust, intake and relief ductwork with duct
markers; or provide stenciled signs and arrows, showing ductwork service and
direction of flow, in black or white (whichever provides most contrast with ductwork
color).
C. Access Doors: Provide duct markers or stenciled signs on each access door in
ductwork and housings, indicating purpose of access (to what equipment) and
other maintenance and operating instructions, and appropriate safety and
procedural information.
D. Concealed Doors: Where access doors are concealed above acoustical ceilings or
similar concealment, plasticized tags may be installed for identification in lieu of
specified signs, at Installer's option.
B. Locate pipe markers and color bands as follows wherever piping is exposed to
view in occupied spaces, machine rooms, accessible maintenance spaces (shafts,
tunnels, plenums) and exterior non-concealed locations:
2. Near each branch, excluding short take-offs for fixtures and terminal units;
mark each pipe at branch, where there could be question of flow pattern.
4. At access doors, manholes and similar access points which permit view of
concealed piping.
A. General: Provide valve tag on every valve, cock and control device in each piping
system; exclude check valves, valves within factory-fabricated equipment units,
plumbing fixtures faucets, convenience and lawn-watering hose bibs, and shut-off
valves at plumbing fixtures, HVAC terminal devices and similar rough-in
connections of end-use fixtures and units.
END OF SECTION
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 DESCRIPTION:
A. The Work under this Section consists of furnishing and installation of all
mechanical sound and vibration control as indicated on the drawings and as
specified herein.
1.2 REFERENCES:
1.3 SUBMITTALS:
A. Vibration Isolator: Submit for review, selection data of each point showing
disturbing frequency, weight distribution and calculated static deflection.
B. Flexible Connections: List of pressure rating of each unit together with line
pressure and all applicable physical data such as type of ends.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
A. General
2. The Contractor shall be responsible for sizing all isolators to be installed. All
isolator devices shall be selected for uniform static deflections according to
the distribution of force and weight.
B. Isolators shall be free standing, with housing, stable springs with leveling facilities.
The spring shall be positioned with weld studs between a drilled and tapped load
top plate and steel bottom load plate. A thick ribbed neoprene pad shall be
bonded to the bottom plate.
C. Moving equipment such as fan coil units, and fans supported on hangers shall be
provided with kinetic spring hangers comprising of welded steel bracket/casing,
free-standing un-housed laterally stable steel spring with neoprene washer or
kinetic neoprene isolator incorporating a cast in tapped steel load plate to permit
bolting to supported equipment and a cast in drilled steel anchor baseplate.
Application shall be in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendation
D. Centrifugal fans and motors shall be mounted on an integral structural steel base
with built-in adjustable motor slide rails with adequate rigidity to resist motor torque
and belt pull. The base shall be mounted on spring isolators.
F. All other equipment shall be mounted on pads in strict compliance with the
manufacturer’s instructions and recommendations.
A. Flexible hose shall be provided at all connections to pumps and any other rotating
equipment and other locations indicated on drawings. The connections shall be
manufactured from materials suitable for the operating temperatures and
pressures of the fluid it is conveying.
B. Flexible hose for rotating equipment shall be installed in a horizontal position and
parallel to the horizontal shafts of equipment side of the shut-off valves. An
anchor shall be installed in the piping system adjacent to the flexible connectors.
Flexible connections shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's
recommendations.
C. Flexible hose shall be designed for an operating temperature of 232oC and for
working pressure of not less than 0.862 Mpa or 150% of the system operating
pressure whichever is greater.
D. Flexible metal connectors shall be stainless steel with stainless corrugated inner
tubing, outer shield of stainless wire braid with steel fixed flanges.
A. Pipe expansion joint shall be EPDM rubber, high duty, with single
corrosion-protected steel wire reinforced convolution with mild steel backing
flanges behind rubber raised face.
A. Unless otherwise indicated on the drawings, concrete sub-bases not less than 150
mm high shall be provided for all floor-mounted mechanical equipment.
Sub-bases shall rest on structural floor and shall be reinforced with steel rods and
A. The Contractor shall supply and install noise silencers in the supply and return air
ducting to ensure that the sound levels within the occupied area of the building
shall not exceed the required level.
B. All plant and equipment shall not cause these levels to be exceeded. The levels
specification shall be specially considered in the internal finishes and arrangement
of the ductwork, etc. to ensure no regenerated noise is introduced into the system.
C. Duct mounted sound traps shall be of the types and sizes required and shall be
installed as per Manufacturer's recommendations.
D. Purpose made silencers and sound absorbent materials shall be so design and
installed in the ductwork that they offer low resistance to air flow, have adequate
strength and cohesion to resist erosion by air flow and non-hygroscopic, non-
combustible and free from odor, rot, damp and vermin.
E. Silencers shall be constructed from galvanized steel sheet, not less than 1.00 mm
thick. splitters and lining shall be fitted with aerodynamically shaped leading and
trailing edges. Absorbent materials shall be faced with galvanized perforated metal
to prevent material breaking up.
F. The Contractor shall record acoustic rating, including dynamic insertion loss and
self-noise power level, for both forward flow (air and noise in same direction) and
reverse flow (air and noise in opposite direction) with an airflow of at least 10 m/s
face velocity.
G. Test units for airtightness at 200% of associated fan static pressure or 1500 Pa
static pressure, whichever greater.
H. The specified silencer performance shall be related to the stated sound spectrum.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
A. All vibration isolator, pads and silencers shall be installed in accordance with
manufacturer's direction.
A. Isolation shall be stable during starting and stopping of equipment without any
transverse and eccentric movement of equipment that would damage or adversely
affect the equipment or attachment.
B. The installed vibration isolation system for each floor or ceiling mounted items of
equipment shall have a maximum lateral motion under equipment start-up and
shut down conditions of 6 mm. Motions in excess shall be restrained by approved
spring type mountings.
D. Isolation shall be selected for the lowest operating speed of equipment. Isolators
including springs, exposed to weather shall be hot-dipped, Galvanized after
fabrication. Isolators shall be selected and located to produce uniform loading and
deflection even if the equipment weight is not evenly distributed.
END OF SECTION
MECHANICAL INSULATION
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 DESCRIPTION:
A. The Work under this Section consists of furnishing and installation of all pipe, duct
and equipment insulation and accessories as indicated on the drawings and as
specified herein.
1.2 REFERENCES:
ASTM C 553 Mineral Fiber Blanket and Felt Insulation (Industrial Type).
B. FS - Federal Specification
D. UL - Underwriter's Laboratories
1.3 SUBMITTALS:
C. Certificate of compliance.
A. Protect insulation against, dirt, water, chemicals and mechanical damage before,
during and after installation. Damage prior to final acceptance of work shall be
repaired or replaced at no additional cost.
1.5 WARRANTY:
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 GENERAL:
A. All insulation systems, including jackets and adhesives, shall be fire rated with a
maximum permanent flame spread rating of 25 and a smoke developed rating of
50 as per ASTM E84. Insulation shall have a thermal conductivity rating (K-value)
of approximately 0.035 W/mK.
A. Glass Fiber Pipe Insulation: Rigid preformed glass fiber insulation for hot water,
chilled water and refrigerant piping shall conform to ASTM C 547, Type I, 64 kg/m³
o o
density, thermal conductivity of 0.032 W/m C max. at 24 C, with factory-applied
and all-service vapor seal jacket, FS HH-B-100B, Type I, laminated aluminum foil
C. Weatherproof Pipe Jackets: For external and exposed pipe work, provide 0.60
mm thick embossed aluminum cladding, with longitudinal seams and butt joint
strips with weatherproof mastic adhesive.
D. Piping Insulation Adhesive: Insulation and piping jacket adhesive, vapor barrier
coating and weatherproof mastic shall be of the type recommended by the
insulation manufacturer.
B. Mineral-Fiber Blanket Thermal Insulation (Indoor Duct): Glass fibers bonded with
a thermosetting resin complying with ASTM C 553, Type II, 24 kg/m³ density,
thermal conductivity of 0.036 W/m oC max. at 24 oC, with factory-applied Foil
Reinforced Kraft (FRK) vapor barrier. Flexible glass fiber blanket insulation shall
not be less than 25 mm thick.
C. Insulation for Flexible Vaporseal Duct: Glass fiber blanket, ASTM C 553, Type I,
16 kg/m³ density, minimum 38 mm nominal thickness. Insulation shall be sheathed
with a vapor barrier having a maximum permeability of 0.02 perm as per ASTM E
96.
D. Vapor Barrier: FS HH-B-100, Type I. Material shall be flame resistant and shall
not support mold growth.
E. Aluminum Cladding (Exposed Ductwork): ASTM B209, Temper H14, 0.6 mm,
either corrugated, embossed, smooth or equivalent.
G. Duct Liner Acoustical Insulation: Shall be semi-rigid glass fiber boards faced with
black woven glass fiber fabric (WGF) conforming to FS HH-I-545B, Type I, 24
kg/m³ density. Thermal conductivity to be 0.036 W/m oC max. at 24 oC. Lining shall
not be less than 25 mm thick; duct sizes indicated shall be increased to
compensate for the thickness of the lining.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
B. All pipes to be insulated shall be inspected and cleaned before applying adhesive
and the insulation. All possible precautions shall be taken to protect work of other
trades including the use of protective covering. All equipment and material shall be
returned to its original new condition and appearance where damage occurs due
to omission of, or improper protection.
C. Non-flammable adhesive shall be applied over entire piping and insulation shall
then be applied over the adhesive. All joints shall be butted and sealed by
minimum 75 mm wide FRK type self adhesive tape. Name plates and stamping
shall not be covered by insulation.
D. All piping shall be tested, inspected and approved prior to application of insulation.
1. Pipe shall rest on a painted, hot rolled steel insulation protection saddle,
centered on the hanger.
4. Finish on insulation shall be canvas embedded in, coated and joined with
adjacent insulation jacket to form an unbroken vapor barrier.
L. Insulation shall be provided on all circulated piping requiring insulation and "dead
leg" branches buried on masonry.
N. Insulated piping outside or inside the building exposed to mechanical abuse from
normal maintenance equipment shall be provided with aluminum sealed jacket.
O. All pipe insulation shall be applied in sectional form where required by the
Engineer. When the use of segmental form is necessary, segments shall be of
such construction as to fit properly the curved surfaces to which they are applied.
R. Seal piping joints with minimum 75 mm wide self adhesive FRK type tape.
S. All exposed piping shall be provided with aluminum cladding over the insulation
using sealant for joints and seams.
A. General: Insulate all sizes of fittings, unions, flanges, strainers, traps and valve
bodies with the same type of insulation as specified for the piping system and as
specified hereafter.
1. On all pipe lines where flanged joints occur, install a short piece of covering
next or the flange on both sides of the joint, so that pieces may be removed
and the bolts taken out of the joint without disturbing the covering on the
remainder of the pipe line.
2 On pipe lines where the flanges are to be covered flange cover shall, where
possible, be made up of sectional pipe covering in two halves. For flanges
too large for sectional occurring, the covers shall be built in the field with a
wire mesh reinforcement to which the insulating material shall be firmly
A. General: Insulate all airconditioning supply and fresh air ductwork. The return
ducts shall be insulated where passing through a non-airconditioned area or
ceiling space not used as return air plenum. Only experienced workmen shall
install insulation. Insulation shall be installed as per insulation manufacturer's
instructions and SMACNA standards. All surfaces shall be tested, cleaned,
inspected and approved prior to the application of insulation. Work of other trades
shall be protected during insulation installation. Stick-clip, where utilized, shall be
applied on basis of 1 per square meter for all ducts with minimum dimension 550
mm or greater.
3. All joints shall be butted and sealed by minimum 75 mm wide FRK type
self adhesive tape.
4. Insulation shall be cut at elbows and shaped to duct. All joints shall be
taped and secured with supplementary 10 gauge copper wire as required.
C. Insulation:
1. Non-flammable adhesive shall be applied over entire duct and flexible duct
insulation shall then be wrapped over adhesive.
4. All ducting outside and inside the building exposed to mechanical abuse
from normal maintenance equipment shall be provided with aluminum
cladding over the insulation using sealant for joints and seams.
D. Flexible duct insulation shall be installed around all areas of registers, grilles and
diffusers to provide a continuous vapor barrier at all inlets and outlets.
B. All vapor jackets shall have joints overlapped (minimum 50 mm overlap sealed
with adhesive).
D. Insulation shall be tightly butted, with joints staggered, and secured with minimum
16 gauge wire or 12 mm x 380 mm galvanized steel bands on maximum 300 mm
centers for large areas. Welded studs, clips, or angles shall be provided as
requires for wires and bands.
END OF SECTION
FIRE PROTECTION
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 DESCRIPTION:
A. The Work under this section shall include providing all materials, labors and plants
to furnish and install fire protection system as shown on the drawings and
specified herein.
1.2 REFERENCES:
SASO 38 Methods of test for steel carbon dioxide cartridges for fire
extinguishers
ANSI B16.1 Cast Iron Flanges and Flanged Fittings class 25, 125, 250
and 800
NFPA 1963 Screw Threads and Gaskets for Fire Hose Connections.
1.3 SUBMITTALS:
A. Material and equipment information: Shall include catalog cuts and technical data
for each component or device used in the system.
B. The contractor shall provide information outlining the operation and maintenance
procedures that will be required by Engineer.
D. Shop Drawings: Shop drawings shall indicate locations, installation details and
operation details of all equipment associated with the fire protection systems.
2. Certificate of Compliance.
3. Test Reports.
1.4 WARRANTY:
A. All the work specified in this section shall be installed in accordance with the
applicable provisions of the following codes and standard:
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
A. Piping for fire hose cabinets and sprinkler system shall be black steel pipe,
seamless, conforming to ASTM A 53, Type S, Grade A or B, Schedule 40,
threaded end for 50 mm dia. and smaller pipes and roll grooved ends for 63 mm
and larger pipes.
Fittings for 50 mm dia. and smaller pipes shall be malleable iron threaded type
conforming to ANSI B16.3, Class 150.
Fittings for 63 mm dia. and larger pipes shall be cast ductile iron couplings
conforming to ASTM A-536, Grade 65-45-12. Fittings shall be provided with an
alkyd enamel finish. Gaskets shall be pressure-responsive synthetic rubber,
grade to suit the intended service, conforming to ASTM D-2000. Mechanical
B. Concealed piping in masonry walls shall be protected against corrosion with tape
corrosion resistant wrapping approved by the Engineer. All exposed piping shall
be painted red with alkyd enamel paint complying with the requirements of Section
09900 - PAINTING.
A. Fire hose reel cabinets shall be constructed of 20 gauge steel box, 20 gauge
tubular steel door with 18 gauge steel frame with a continuous steel hinge (brass
pin). Cabinets shall be complete with fire hose reel assembly with 25 mm dia
single 30 m long multiple ply synthetic rubber hose with red exterior mounted on
revolving steel drum, angle valve, cast brass fog nozzle and 10 Lbs. multi-purpose
dry chemical portable fire extinguisher, as mentioned below. Cabinets shall be
surface mounted type as shown on drawings. Exposed steel surfaces and all other
l components shall be powdered coated with electrostatically-applied thermally
fused re-coatable red polyester finish. Cabinet where required shall have break
glass vision panel or clear tempered safety glass door (full glass) as shown on
drawings with identifying. Fire hose reel assembly and all other components inside
cabinet shall be UL listed. Cabinets shall be of size as shown on drawings.
A. Fire hose cabinets shall be constructed of 20 gauge steel box, 20 gauge tubular
steel door with 18 gauge steel frame with a continuous steel hinge (brass pin). Fire
hose cabinets shall be recessed trimless type as shown on drawings. Cabinets
shall be complete with fire hose reel assembly with 25 mm dia single 30 m long
multiple ply synthetic rubber hose with red exterior mounted on revolving steel
drum, angle valve, cast brass fog nozzle and 10 Lbs. multi-purpose dry chemical
portable fire extinguisher, as mentioned below. Cabinets shall be recess mounted
type as shown on drawings. Exposed steel surfaces and all other components
shall be powdered coated with electrostatically-applied thermally fused re-coatable
red polyester finish. Cabinet where required, shall have break glass vision panel or
clear tempered safety glass door (full glass) as shown on drawings with
identifying. Fire hose reel assembly and all other components inside cabinet shall
be UL listed. Cabinets shall be of size as shown on drawings.
A. Fire hose cabinets shall be constructed of 20 gauge steel box, 20 gauge tubular
stainless steel door with 18 gauge stainless steel frame with a continuous
stainless steel hinge. Fire hose cabinets shall be recessed trimless type as shown
on drawings. Cabinets shall be complete with 38 mm single fire hose rack
assembly with 30 m long linen hose, angle valve, cast brass fog nozzle and 10
Lbs. multi-purpose dry chemical portable fire extinguisher, as mentioned below.
Stainless steel surfaces shall have satin finish. Exposed steel surfaces and all
other all other components shall be powdered coated with electrostatically-applied
thermally fused re-coatable red polyester finish. Cabinet shall have break glass
vision panel or clear tempered safety glass door (full glass) as shown on drawings
with identifying lettering. Fire hose rack assembly and all other components inside
cabinet shall be UL listed. Cabinets shall be of size as shown on drawings.
A. Multi-purpose portable fire extinguishers shall be of red enamel steel shell, SASO
64 and SASO 647 compliant, UL Listed, FM approved, 4.5 kg / 6 kg capacity,
Class A+B+C, multi-purpose dry chemical (Ammonium phosphate base) complete
with squeeze grip discharge horn, pressure gauge and wall-mounted bracket.
A. Fire department connection shall be UL Listed, wall type, cast brass six-way inlet
body with drop clappers. Two polished brass 2-1/2 inch double female snoots with
rigid end N.P.T. x pin lug hose thread swivels, plugs and chains, having NH
standard threads, for the connection size as indicated or as specified in NFPA
1963, and conforming to the local Fire Department requirements. Unit shall have
wall escutcheon of polished cast brass, finish to match connections, with words
both in English and Arabic "AUTO SPRINKLER - FIRE DEPARTMENT
CONNECTION" in raised letters.
A. Sprinkler Heads:
5. Sidewall Sprinkler Heads: Shall be bright chrome, 2-3/8 inch length and 1-
1/2 inch width (across frame arms). Sprinkler head shall be designed with a
special deflector which causes most of water to be discharged to one side in
manufacturer's standard pattern. Fusible alloy element is sealed into bronze
center strut by a stainless steel ball. When the alloy melts at its rated
temperature, the ball is forced upward into center strut, releasing the two
ejectors and operating the sprinkler.
1. Water flow indicators shall be of the paddle flow clamp-on type with vane
projecting into pipe through a hole drilled in pipe, instantly recycling retard,
and adjustable time setting of 30 to 60 seconds. Unit shall be for operation
on 230 volt, single phase, 60 hertz service with contacts for connection to
main fire alarm panel.
1. Floor control valve assembly shall be the same as the Water flow indicator
mentioned above and as detailed in Drawings.
F. Valve Identification:
1. Provide UL listed tags on all control drain, test and alarm valves in
accordance with NFPA Standards No's. 13 and 14.
A. The water mist system is a fixed fire protection system that uses water to control,
suppress or extinguish a fire. The system comprises automatic nozzles attached to
a piping system containing water and connected to a water supply. At operation,
the water mist system discharges a cone of spray containing small water droplets
C. All pipes shall be seamless Black Steel pipe, Schedule 80 conforming with ASTM
A 53/A 53 M. All fittings shall be UL and FM approved.
D. Upright and pendent spray sprinklers: Spray sprinklers are used for applications
where all the water needs to be discharged downwards.
E. The installation of the system shall conform to NFPA standards and applicable
local codes.
F. Water supply for the system shall be from the site ring main supplied by
centralized Fire Pump.
C. Each cylinder shall be provided with a safety device to relieve excess pressure
safely, in advance of the rated cylinder test pressure. Devices shall be Interstate
Commerce Commission approved frangible safety disks.
E. Pipe: ASTM A 53 standard weight, Schedule 80, galvanized seamless black steel
pipe.
F. System shall be arranged for fully automatic, manually operated, and remote-
pushbutton electric control operation. Operating controls shall be the enclosed
release type to prevent accidental operation.
A. The fire suppression system shall be the wet chemical pre-engineered, piped,
fixed nozzle type. The system shall be suitable for ventilating hoods and cooking
appliances, and shall be specifically UL listed for the hazard and installed in
accordance with NFPA 96. The system shall actuate automatically by heat
sensitive detectors and shall also be provided with manual operation by strike
push button. The system shall be complete with all required equipments and
accessories including detectors, piping, fittings, nozzles, valves and chemical
storage cylinder. The contractor shall also be fully responsible for design and
shop drawings for the system and all shall be subject to approval of the
Engineer; capacity of system shall be as required.
2.17 VALVES:
2.18 PUMPS:
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION:
B. Installation of the fire protection systems shall be made in strict accordance with
NFPA 12A, 70, 72A, 72E and 2001. The fire protection system shall be installed
by an experienced firm regularly engaged in the installation of fire extinguishing
systems; firm shall be subject to Engineer's approval. Installation shall also comply
with the requirements of Section 15050 - BASIC PIPING MATERIALS AND
METHODS.
C. Seal all pipe penetrations of fire barriers (walls and slabs) using fire barrier
penetration seals as specified in relevant Section of the Specifications or as
approved by the Engineer.
A. Tests shall demonstrate that entire system functions as intended. Tests shall be
carried out in accordance with applicable requirements of NFPA. Discharge tests
shall be conducted for each area; each area shall be tested separately. Piping
system shall be capped and subjected to minimum static water pressure of 1.5
times designed working pressure and maintained for two hours with no leaks or
loss of pressure. After performance test, complete the necessary adjustments and
reset the control and equipment.
END OF SECTION
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1. Extinguishing-agent containers.
2. Fire Extinguishing agent (Novec 1230).
3. Valves and pipes
4. Alarm devices.
5. Control and alarm panels.
6. Accessories.
7. Connection devices for and wiring between system components.
8. Connection devices for power and integration into building's fire-alarm
system.
1.2 REFERENCES
A. Engineered system for total flooding of clean agent fire extinguishing agent to
discharge.
C. System capabilities: 42.75 bars minimum calculated working pressure and 24.8
bars initial charging pressure.
D. Verified Detection: Include devices located in single zone. Sound alarm upon
activating single detection device, and discharge extinguishing agent upon
actuating second detection device.
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E. System operating sequence as follows:
6. Control panel to be installed at the height of 1.5m from finish floor level.
Al tees, elbows and nozzle points should be clamped properly. Design
discharge: Novec 1230/ clean agent are designed to discharge within 10
sec.
1.4 SUBMITTALS
A. Calculation for required weight for Novec 1230 extinguishing agent for each
hazardous area application.
C. Wiring diagrams
F. Installation report
A. Manufacturers qualification
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C. Provide listing/approval stamp, label or other marking on equipment made to
specified standards.
D. Comply with requirements that pertain to submittals and approvals material and
installation, and inspecting and testing.
E. ASME standards: Provide piping and installation and complying with ASME
B31.1.
F. FM Global Compliance: Provide components that are FM Approved and that are
listed in FM Global's "Approval Guide."
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
A. Piping, valves and discharge nozzles, conform to types and standards listed in
NFPA 2001.
2.2 PIPES
A. Black Steel Pipe: ASTM A 53, Schedule 80, seamless steel pipe.
2.4 VALVES
A. Brass suitable for intended operations. All gasket, o-rings, sealants and other
valve components shall be constructed of materials that are compatible with the
agent. Valve shall be protected against mechanical, chemical or other damage.
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C. Valves in Sections of Closed Piping and Manifolds: Fabricate to prevent
entrapment of liquid, or install valve and separate pressure relief device.
A. Description: Steel tanks complying with ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel
Code: Section VIII, for unfired pressure vessels. Include minimum working-
pressure rating that matches system charging pressure, valve, pressure switch,
and pressure gage.
A. Clean Agent
B. Discharge nozzle shall be listed for intended use. Listing criteria shall include
flow characteristics, area coverage, height limits and minimum pressure.
Discharge orifices and discharge orifice plates and inserts shall be materials that
is corrosion resistant to the agent used and the atmosphere in the intended
application
1. Mounting: Surface
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D. Provide supervised circuits for each independent hazard area.
G. Standby Power: lead acid or nickel cadmium batteries with capacity to operate
system for 72 hours and alarm for minimum of 15 minutes. Include automatic
battery charger that has a varying charging rate between trickle and high
depending on battery voltage, and that is capable of maintaining batteries fully
charged. Include manual voltage control, dc voltmeter, dc ammeter, electrical
contacts for connection to control panel, automatic transfer switch, and suitable
enclosure.
2.10 SWITCHES
D. Abort Switches: Countdown timer type, with a digital readout indicating the
number if seconds remaining until system discharge, combined with a system
abort function switch.
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C. Horns: 90 to 94 dBA.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Examine areas and conditions, with Installer present, for compliance with
hazard-area leakage requirements that reduce clean agent leakage.include
requirements specified installation tolerances and other conditions affecting
performance of clean agent fire-extinguishing systems..
A. Provide piping for 1000 psig charging pressure clean agent system, according
to material application below.
A. Install piping adjacent to clean agent storage containers and equipment to allow
replacement, service and maintenance.
B. Basic piping installation and pipe joining methods are specified in Division 15
plumbing sections.
C. Locate extinguishing agent containers, panels, control and alarm devices where
indicated. Other equipment and devices may be located at designer/s discretion,
except where otherwise indicated.
E. Install pipe and fittings, valves, and discharge nozzles according to requirements
listed in NFPA 2001.
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H. Install control panels, detection system components, alarms, and accessories,
complying with requirements of NFPA 2001, Section "Detection, Actuation, and
Control Systems," as required for supervised system application.
3.5 CONNECTIONS
3.6 Labeling
A. Installation Inspection
B. Comply with operating instructions and procedure of NFPA 2001. Include the
following inspections and tests to demonstrate compliance with requirements.
Clean-Agent Fire
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3.8 COMMISSIONING
1. Fill containers with clean agent extinguishing agent and pressurize with
dry nitrogen to 2500 psig.
2. Install filled extinguishing-agent containers.
3. Energize circuits.
4. Adjust operating controls.
3.9 DEMONSTRATION
END OF SECTION
Clean-Agent Fire
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SECTION 15411
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 DESCRIPTION:
A. The Work under this Section consists of furnishing and installing a complete water
supply system as indicated on the drawings and as specified herein.
B. This Section specifies the water distribution piping system, including potable cold
and hot water piping, fittings and specialties within the building and up to interface
point of existing utilities.
1.2 REFERENCES:
SASO 1517 Chlorinated polyvinyl chloride pipes (CPVC) for hot and
cold water users. Methods of testing chlorinated polyvinyl
chloride pipes (CPVC) for hot and cold water users.
ASTM D 2846 Chlorinated Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC) Plastic Hot- and
Cold-Water Distribution System.
ASTM D 3139 Joints for Plastic Pressure Pipes Using Flexible Elastomeric
Seals.
1.3 SUBMITTALS:
B. Coordination Drawings: Prepare and submit coordination drawings for the water
distribution piping.
A. The Contractor shall furnish Engineer a written guarantee covering the satisfactory
operation of the plumbing installation in all its parts for a period of one (1) year
after date of acceptance. During this period, the Contractor shall repair or replace
any defective work and pay for any repair or replacement costs.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
A. Hot water supply pipes inside building shall be chlorinated polyvinyl chloride
(CPVC) plastic pipe, schedule 80 conforming to ASTM F 441, with solvent
cement joints. Socket type chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC) plastic pipe
fittings, schedule 80 shall conform to SASO 1517 and 1518, ASTM F 439.
Solvent cement shall conform to ASTM F 439.
B. Cold water supply pipes shall be unplasticized polyvinyl chloride (uPVC) plastic
pipes conforming to ASTM D 1784, Class - 5 conforming to SASO 14 and 15 with
socket-type unplasticized polyvinyl chloride (uPVC) plastic fittings conforming to
ASTM D 2467, Class 5.
2.2 VALVES:
A. Water Hammer Arresters: Bellows type, with stainless steel casing and bellows,
pressure rated for 250 psi, tested and certified in accordance with PDI WH-201.
B. Flexible Connectors: Stainless steel bellows with a woven flexible bronze wire
o
reinforcing protective jacket; rated for 150 psig water working pressure, 250 F
operating temperature and suitable for up to maximum 19 mm misalignment.
Connectors shall be a minimum of 300 mm long and have threaded or flanged
ends; sweat ends are not acceptable.
C. Hose Bibs: Bronze body with integrated vacuum breaker, renewable composition
disc, tee handle, 19 mm NPT inlet, 19 mm hose outlet.
1. Provide proper size for relief valve, in accordance with ASME Boiler and
Pressure Vessel Codes, for indicated capacity of the appliance for which
installed.
G. Automatic Air Vent: Automatic air vent with stainless steel check valve or float
shall be of chromed brass body with following features:
• Automatic operation
• Quick venting design and positive shut-off check
• Suitable for cold and hot water
• Easily maintained
• Simple two piece construction
• Sizes shall be as shown on drawings.
A. Electric water heaters shall be suitable for vertical or horizontal installations (as
required) and provided with lifting lugs and channel skid base. Vessel shall be
constructed to Section IV of the ASME Code, and UL Standards. Vessel shall be
glass-lined with magnesium anode protection, pressure tested to 2 MPa working
pressure. Entire vessel and electrical controls shall be encased in a sheet metal
enclosure with baked enamel finish. Tank shall be insulated with verminproof fiber
glass insulation. Units shall be provided with adjustable setting thermostatic
controls and immersed nichrome heating elements. Water heaters shall prewired
to solderless terminal lugs, factory tested, complete with ASME temperature and
pressure relief valves and bear UL label. Water heaters shall meet or exceed the
requirements of ASHRAE 90A-1980 Standard for energy efficiency. Water heaters
shall also meet requirements of SASO 532.
B. Temperature and pressure relief valves shall comply with the ASME rates and the
vacuum relief valve shall comply with ANSI Z21.22, all valves shall be 3/4 inch in
size and shall be labeled accordingly.
C. Refer to drawings for electric water heater capacities, minimum recovery and
electrical ratings.
A. The tankless electric water heater shall be installed near the point-of-use. It shall
be equipped with a bare wire nichrome type heating element housed in fiberglass
reinforced high temperature plastic containment. The housing of the unit shall be
made of high impact polycarbonate plastic. The flow switch that operates the
heating element shall be of the mechanical pressure differential type. The unit
shall be equipped with a safety high-limit switch with automatic reset. The water
connections shall be designed for standard 9/16”-24 flexible hose type connectors.
B. Refer to drawings for electric water heater capacities and electrical ratings.
Housing: Constructed of polished type 304 stainless steel, tested at 200 psi for
125 psi working pressure; all internal parts to be stainless steel.
2.9 PUMPS:
PART 3 - EXECUTION
A. Water service shall be extended from valved outlets to main at point of tie-in. All
valves, meter, and such other components as shown shall be installed to provide a
complete water supply system.
3.2 INSTALLATION:
A. See Section 15050 - BASIC PIPING MATERIALS AND METHODS for general
piping installation instructions. Refer to the drawings for further details.
B. Install pipe sleeve seals at all foundation and wall penetrations. Piping passing
through exterior building walls shall be caulked weather tight. Seal pipe
penetrations of fire barriers (walls and slab) using fire barrier penetration seals as
specified in relevant Section of the Specifications or as approved by the Engineer.
A. General: Do not enclose, cover, or put into operation water distribution piping
system until it has been inspected, tested and approved by the Engineer. Expose
all such work for testing that has been covered or concealed before it has been
inspected, tested and approved by the Engineer. Notify the Engineer at least 24
hours prior to the time such inspection is to be made. Prepare inspection and test
reports for Engineer's review.
B. Testing: Test water supply and distribution piping, and water tank(s) prior to
covering or concealment. The entire piping system shall be tested at a hydrostatic
pressure of one and a-half (1-1/2) times the expected operating pressure without
exceeding the pressure rating of the piping system materials, and proven tight at
this pressure. Isolate the test source and allow to stand for a period of 4 hours. If
testing is performed in segments, submit a separate report for each test, complete
with diagram of portion of the system tested.
C. Defective Work: Leaks and loss of pressure observed during testing constitute
defects that must be repaired to the satisfaction of the Engineer. Repair all leaks
and defects with new materials and retest system or portion thereof until
satisfactory results are obtained.
Prepare reports for all tests and required corrective action, and submit to the
Engineer for review and approval.
Clean and disinfect water supply and distribution piping, and water tank(s) as follows:
A. Purge all new water distribution piping systems and parts of existing systems that
have been altered, extended, or repaired prior to use. Use the purging and
disinfecting procedure described in either AWWA C651, or AWWA C652, or as
described below:
3. Drain the system or part thereof of the previous solution and refill with a
water/chlorine solution containing at least 200 parts per million of chlorine
and isolate and allow to stand for 3 hours.
4. Following the allowed standing time, flush the system with clean, potable
water until chlorine does not remain in the water coming from the system.
6. Prepare reports for all purging and disinfecting activities, and submit to
Engineer for review and approval.
A. The Contractor shall prepare and submit as-built drawings in reproducible form to
the Engineer. All revisions, omissions, and/or additions to the various plumbing
installations shall be marked down in red pencil.
END OF SECTION
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 DESCRIPTION:
A. The Work under this Section consists of furnishing and installing a complete
drainage system including soil, waste, drainage, and vent system up to the
interface point as indicated on the drawings and as specified herein.
1.2 REFERENCES:
ASTM D 2564 Solvent Cement for Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Plastic Pipe
and Fittings.
ASTM D 2665 Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Plastic Drain, Waste, and Vent
Pipe and Fittings.
ASTM D 3311 Drain, Waste, and Vent (DWV) Plastic Fittings Patterns.
1.3 SUBMITTALS:
B. Coordination Drawings: Prepare and submit coordination drawings for the soil,
waste, drainage and vent piping.
A. Pipes and fittings for soil, waste, drainage and vent lines, inside building, shall be
as follows:
4. Jointing System:
1. Polypropylene Plastic (PP) Pressure Pipe and Fittings: Pipe extruded and
fittings molded from Polypropylene (PP) resin complying with
ASTM D 4101. Provide SDR 11 or Schedule 80 with drainage fittings
including socket type with electric-fusion coils and mechanical joints.
A. Cleanout Plugs: Cast iron with tapered body for caulking, raised head rough lead
seal plug.
B. Floor Cleanouts: Cast iron body and frame with round adjustable scoriated
secured nickel-bronze top, closure plug; and spigot outlet.
C. Wall Cleanouts: Cast iron body adaptable to pipe with cast bronze or brass
cleanout plug, stainless steel cover plate with vandal-proof center screw secured
to cleanout plug.
A. Floor Drains: Adjustable, cast iron body and flashing collar, with protector top and
polished bronze strainer head with secured, vandal-proof square hold grate.
B. Roof Drains: Cast iron body, combined flashing collar and gravel stop, cast iron
dome, deep sump body.
C. Floor Drains with Adjustable Tops and Sediment Buckets: Cast iron body and
flashing collar with adjustable 300 mm diameter top and bar grate with sediment
bucket.
D. Trench Drain and Grating: Shall be cast iron with hinged grate and perforated
sediment bucket. Trench drain grating shall be of cast iron, medium duty; size
shall be as shown on the drawings.
E. Parking Drain: Shall be cast iron bodied area drain with flashing collar. Parking
drain shall be of type as shown on drawing.
B. Precast concrete underground interceptor comply with ASTM C 913 shall be used
in lieu of the standard fabricated steel interceptors.
2.6 PUMPS:
PART 3 - EXECUTION
A. See Section 15050 - BASIC PIPING MATERIALS AND METHODS for general
piping installation instructions. Refer to the drawings for further details.
B. All cast iron piping, underground and inside masonry walls, shall be wrapped with
tape.
B. Piping shall run as direct as possible making changes in direction with long
sweeps, 1/8 or 1/16 bends.
C. Connections shall be made to horizontal lines with Y's and 1/8 bends.
D. Horizontal lines shall be graded not less than 1% for piping 101 mm and larger,
and not less than 2% per for piping 76 mm and smaller.
E. Rough fixture connections and open ends of pipe shall be plugged and capped
during construction using approved test plugs.
G. Location of floor drains for equipment furnished are diagrammatic. Equipment size
and final location shall be verified prior to installation of roughing for floor drains.
H. Roof leader expansion joints shall be installed on all roof leaders immediately
below drain.
I. All drip lines or drain tube shall extend to the nearest floor drain or service sink.
This shall include but shall not be limited to the discharge from pressure and
temperature relief valves, automatic air vents and vent connections on backflow
preventers.
A. Cleanouts
2. Cleanouts shall be located on bases of each soil and waste stacks, change
of direction of piping greater than 45o on all horizontal runs, and intervals on
5. Where they occur in floors, cleanouts shall be piped to just below floor level
and shall be provided with plug and floor access plate flush with floor.
6. Where they occur in walls, cleanouts shall be provided with plug and wall
access plate.
B. Flashing Flanges: Install flashing flange and clamping device with each stack and
cleanout passing through waterproof membrane.
C. Vent Flashing Sleeves: Install on stacks passing through roof, secure over stack
flashing in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
A. Floor Drains
4. Install drain flashing collar or flange so that no leakage occurs between drain
and adjoining flooring. Maintain integrity of waterproof membranes, where
penetrated.
B. Roof Drains
1 Install roof drains at low points of roof areas, in accordance with the roof
membrane manufacturer's installation instructions.
2 Install drain flashing collar or flange so that no leakage occurs between roof
drain and adjoining roofing. Maintain integrity of waterproof membranes,
where penetrated.
A. Inspection: Do not enclose, cover, or put into operation drainage and vent piping
system until it has been inspected, tested and approved by the Engineer or the
authority having jurisdiction. Notify the Engineer, in writing, at least 24 hours prior
to the time such inspection must be made. Perform tests specified below in the
presence of the Engineer.
2. Finished Plumbing: After the plumbing fixtures have been set and traps filled
with water, test connections and prove they are gastight and watertight. Plug
the stack openings on the roof and building drains where they leave building.
Introduce air into piping system equal to a pressure of 250 Pa. Use a U-tube
or manometer inserted in the trap of water closet to measure this pressure.
Air pressure must remain constant without the introduction of additional air
throughout the period of inspection. Inspect all plumbing fixture connections
for gas and water leaks.
3. Repair all leaks and defects using new materials and retest system or
portion thereof until satisfactory results are obtained. Prepare reports for all
tests and required corrective action.
A. Clean interior of piping system. Remove dirt debris as work progresses. Clean
drain strainers, domes and traps, and remove dirt and debris.
B. Protect drains during remainder of construction period, to avoid clogging with dirt
and debris, and to prevent from traffic and construction work. Place plugs on
uncompleted piping at end of day or whenever work stops.
END OF SECTION
PLUMBING FIXTURES
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. The Work shall consist of furnishing and installation of all plumbing fixtures and trim
including all the carriers, supports, anchors, and accessories as shown on the
drawings and specified herein.
1.2 REFERENCES
ANSI A112.6.1M Supports for Off-The-Floor Plumbing Fixtures for Public Use
ASTM F 446 Grab Bars and Accessories Installed in the Bathing Area.
ASME A112.6.1M Supports for Off-The-Floor Plumbing Fixtures for Public Use
A. Product Data: Submit product data and installation instructions for each fixture,
faucet, specialty, accessories and trims specified.
C. Color charts.
1.6 WARRANTY
A. Submit written guarantee signed by the contractor and manufacturer for the
period of 2 years from the date of substantial completion. The guarantee shall
cover the repair and replacement of defective materials and workmanship as
directed by the Engineer.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURE:
A. All sanitary fixtures shall be from the Saudi Arabia national company “Niagara” or
any approved equal.
A. Fixtures shall have concealed arms, steel pipe uprights for support from floor and
block bases, secured to floor, and/or walls, and shall be of types herein.
A. Unless specified otherwise, toilet fixtures shall be of the best quality vitreous China,
non-absorbent and burned so that the whole mass is thoroughly fused and vitrified,
producing a material which when fractured will show a homogenous mass, close
grained and free from pores.
A. Exposed fixture trims which include faucets, strainers, escutcheons, water closet
supplies, stops, waste, trap and all trimmings below lavatories, etc. shall be made
of brass and shall be polished chrome-plated. All exposed IPS piping and tubing
shall be of red brass, chrome-plated.
B. Brass for chrome-plating shall conform to ANSI A112.18.1 and shall be thoroughly
cleaned and polished before plating.
C. Plating shall be thoroughly and evenly applied and also guaranteed not to strip or
peel.
A. Western Water Closets: Vitreous China, siphon jet elongated closet bowl, with self-
draining jets and large passageway. Seats shall be solid high-glass molded with
cover.
1. Water closets shall be floor mounted type with 1.0 gallon (3.76 liters) flush
tank.
Flush Valve (where applicable): shall be heavy duty exposed flush valve
(3/4"), with integrated stop valve, flow rate adjustment, chrome plated
brass, flow pressure range from 1.2-5 bars for wash-out and wash-down
WC bowls
B. Western Water Closets (Wheelchair Users): Vitreous China, water closet with seat
and cover valve shall be as suitable wheel chair users. Water closet shall be 17-
1/2" high elongated with flush. Flush valve and seat shall comply with requirements
mentioned above.
D. Wheelchair Users Lavatory: Vitreous China lavatory suitable for wheelchair users
shall be wall-hung type with front overflow complete with faucet with 4 inch arm
lever handles and pop-up drain, polished chrome.
Automatic triggering
6 volt battery operated
Self-calibrating infrared control
Infrared detection with background fade-out
Activation distance adjustment rage of 50 mm-220 mm
Temperature can be manually adjusted
Fully insulated against condensation
Size as shown on drawings or as approved by Engineer
H. Janitor Sink: shall be of size 600 x 600 mm and shall be of a single piece reinforced
polyester, furnished complete with drain fittings and supply fittings as required and
approved
I. Shower Head: Wall mounted Solid brass, polished chrome plate, 2 handle control
mixing valve for bathtub and for shower. Includes check stops; tub spout; and
shower head, arm, and all necessary fitting. Shower head material shall have
combined metallic and nonmetallic parts with fixed spray pattern.
J. Eye Washers: A complete assembly with eyewash fountain, piping, platform and
railing. The eye washer shall be provided with non-corrosive cleanable soft spray
head with self-closing valve and handle, bronze finish with epoxy coating, or other
approved equal materials.
K. Kitchen Sinks:
1. Kitchen sinks shall be 1.3 mm thick stainless steel type with double or single
bowl as required, 34 liter each, countertop type, self-rimming, flush fitting
deck and made for use with food waste disposers. Sink shall have 4 holes for
use with spray type hose faucet.
2. Faucets: Faucets for kitchen sinks shall be single lever type with minimum
250 mm long swing spout aerator tip, hose and spray attachment and shall
have chrome and stainless steel finish, with a 20 mm centerset spread.
Maximum flow 9 liters/minute.
M. Waterless Urinals: Wall hung, back outlet, waterless, vitreous china, designed
for liquid-trap-seal operation.
1. Fixture:
e. Color: White.
2. Waste Fitting:
PART 3 - EXECUTION
A. All preparation work (provision of holes, pipes etc.) shall be carried out in strict
accordance with the fixture manufacturer‟s requirements and shall be arranged
such that pipe fittings, offsets and connections are kept to a minimum. All
plumbing fixtures shall be securely fixed to the structure or their support system
and shall be plumb and level. The fixtures and their plumbing connections shall
be arranged to ensure that the connections are not subject to any strain or load
from the fixtures.
B. All fixtures shall be sealed to adjacent walls or other surface with white silicone
sealant.
A. All fittings shall be installed true and straight or where curved, shall follow
manufacturer„s recommendations to produce a smooth, fair and continuous
radius. Any fittings exhibiting tool working or surface finish damage shall be
replaced. When positioning fixtures and fittings, ensure that all items are central,
or where in a range, consistent and symmetrical about architectural finishes as
shown on the Drawings.
3.3 PROTECTION
A. Take all measures necessary to protect fixtures and fittings during construction.
New equivalent units shall replace any damaged fixtures and fittings. Repairing
of damaged units shall not be accepted.
B. All fixtures and fittings shall be finally cleaned and put into working order upon
completion of construction. The Contractor shall be fully responsible for
maintaining these items until the facility is finally handed over.
3.4 TOOLS
A. Supply any special wrenches or other devices necessary for servicing and
maintaining the fixtures and fittings. Supply 1 device for each 10 units installed.
END OF SECTION
PUMPS
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 DESCRIPTION:
A. The Work under this Section shall include all labor, materials, and equipment
required to furnish and install the pumps and accessories in the location and
quantities shown on the drawings and as specified herein.
1.2 REFERENCES:
SASO 571 Performance tests for centrifugal, mixed flow and axial pumps.
15453 -1 Pumps
ASTM A 108 Steel Bars, Carbon, Cold Finished, Standard Quality.
1.3 SUBMITTALS:
D. Certificate of Compliance.
E. Maintenance Data: Submit maintenance data for each type of pump, control, and
accessory; including "trouble-shooting" maintenance guide.
C. Store pumps and components in clean dry place. Protect from weather, dirt,
fumes, water, construction debris, and physical damage.
1.5 WARRANTY:
A. All pumping assemblies and components including pumps, motors, controls, etc.
shall be guaranteed by the system manufacturer in writing for a period of minimum
1 year from date of substantial completion against defective materials and
workmanship, including motor burn-out.
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1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE:
C. Provide electric motors and components which are listed and labeled by UL and
comply with NEMA Standards.
E. Single Source Responsibility: All the components and accessories shall be product
of single manufacturer.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
B. Pumps
D. Motor:
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E. Pipe Work & Fittings
F. Pressure Tank:
G. Control Panel:
• Operating Buttons:
- Pump Status (Status display for all pumps connected)
- Zone status (status display for all zones)
- Set (set menus for control parameters).
- Setting of control parameter for zone/pumps
- Survey of fault indications.
- Jump one level backward.
- Jumps one level forward/store setting.
- Move one display up in menu
- Move one display down in menu
- Start/Stop pumps.
- LCD-display 2x24 character
- Indicator lights for operating and fault indications.
• Performance Control
- Stop function when operating at low flow.
- Automatic cascade control of the pump
- Automatic change over of the lead pumps in operation
- Manual operation.
- Free contact point for BMS (where required)
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- One contactor for each pump in star delta starter – switch to VLT
- One contactor with delay timer for each pump
- Over load relay for each pump in star delta starter only
- A set of level switch for dry running protection
- One pressure sensor connected to the delivery manifold
- One VFD for speed control of the lead pump
- Fan and outlet filter for cooling VFD
2.2 IRRIGATION WATER PUMPS (Treated Sewage Effluent and Non-Potable Water):
A. Furnish and install constant speed variable flow automatic water pressure booster
system consisting of diaphragm type pressure tank, centrifugal pumps, power and
control panels and instrumentation. The booster pumping system skid mounted
set assembled, pre-adjusted and tested at factory on common galvanized steel
base frame. Package type booster pumping system shall be of type capacity as
shown on the drawings. The booster pumping system shall comply with
requirements mentioned herein as minimum.
B. Pumps
D. Motor:
F. Pressure Tank:
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G. Control Panel:
• Performance Control
- Stop function when operating at low flow.
- Automatic cascade control of the pump
- Automatic change over of the lead pumps in operation
- Manual operation.
- Free contact point for BMS (where required)
15453 -6 Pumps
B. Pump shaft shall be of stainless steel with mechanical shaft seals having faces of
tungsten carbide. Pump housing shall be of cast iron with a spiral outlet, and shall
be provided with interchangeable EPDM rubber seal ring. Stainless steel impeller
shall have double-curved blades with smooth surfaces and fitted to shaft by
means of split cone and nut. Motor shall be totally enclosed fan-cooled (TEFC)
type complying with IEC and DIN or equivalent standards, with insulation Class F
o
and maximum ambient temperature 40 C.
A. Furnish and install pumps with sealing flanges, guides, mounting plates, supports,
lifting chains and hooks, switches, control boxes, discharge piping, etc. as may be
required for complete and operating systems.
C. A separate mounting plate shall be furnished with each pump, including guide rack
support and discharge elbow. All parts shall be coated with tar base epoxy paint.
Lifting chain and guide shall be in stainless steel 316.
D. Provide a double door access frame of fabricated cast iron coated inside and
outside with tar base epoxy paint. Frame shall support guide rails and junction
box. Covers shall be provided with lifting handle and hold-open latch. Pump
discharge shall be through the frame.
E. Provide and install control panel with NEMA 3 weatherproof enclosure for final
connection by electrical contractor. A circuit breaker and magnetic starter shall be
provided for each pump along with alternating relay, interlock relay, switches, run
lights, alarm bell, NEMA 4 junction with mounting bracket.
F. Provide and install sealed float type mercury switches. Float switches shall
control: 1. Pump(s) On - 2. Pump(s) Off - 3. High water alarm.
2. The pump shall be having design capacity and static head as shown on
the drawings and operating at a rate of 1770 rpm. The pump shall be
furnished complete with the following fittings: discharge tee, hose valve
head, hose valves, discharge gauges, 19 mm casing relief valve, umbrella
clock and capacity plates.
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3. Electric Motor: The motor shall be TEFC type with Class F insulation.
Voltage and rating shall be as shown on drawings or as required.
The motor locked rotor current shall not exceed the values stated in NFPA
20. The motor shall be constructed so that the total hydraulic and static
thrust of the pump's rotating assembly can be carried by the motor thrust
bearings. The motor shall mount directly on the pump discharge head
assembly with a registered fit for correct shaft alignment. The motor shall
be equipped with a top drive coupling and nut for axial adjustment of the
pump impellers and shall have a non-reverse ratchet to prevent the pump
backspin.
5. Fire Pump Alarm Panel: Wired to fire pump controller to provide current
failure and pump operating alarms with visible and audible indicating
signals.
B. Jockey Pump:
1. The pump shall be vertical in-line centrifugal pump and shall be furnished
with threaded discharge outlet, type, capacity and number as shown on the
drawings. Motor shall be TEFC type with Class F insulation, voltage and
rating as shown on drawings or as required. Jockey pump controller shall
be UL Listed, FM approved..
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3. Pressure Gauge: Provide a 115 m dial brass case pressure gauge on
discharge pipe near jockey pump.
Pump shaft shall be stainless with bronze bearings and strainer shall be
brass.
Fire pump fittings which are subjected to pump discharge pressure shall
be ANSI 250 pound rating.
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6. Control Panel to be housed in dust and damp protected cabinet and fully
connected and tested prior to shipment, requiring only simple external
connections to main system switch and to necessary AC supply to
operate battery charging system. Control panel is to incorporate the
following.
c. Sediment trap
10. Fuel: Diesel oil. Fuel tank and piping shall comply with requirements of
Section 15483 – FUEL OIL SYSTEM; sizes as shown on drawings.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION:
A. Examine area and conditions under which pumps are to be installed. Do not
proceed with the work until unsatisfactory conditions have corrected in manner
acceptable to Engineer.
B. Installation shall be done in accordance with NFPA 20, the manufacturer's written
instructions, and as specified herein. Provided remote alarm and flow meter for fire
pumps as per NFPA 20.
C. Provide access around the pumps for service as indicated or required, but in no
case less than that recommended by the manufacturer.
B. All pumps shall be hydrostatically tested for leaks at 1.5 times the design
pressure. There shall be no leakage during the one hour test period.
C. The Contractor shall submit manufacturer's test certificates, including test data to
show that pump meets specifications.
1. All pumps, except for fire pumps, shall be tested in accordance with ANSI
B73.1 and ANSI B73.2.
A. Check alignment, and where necessary, realign shafts or motors and pumps
within recommended tolerances by manufacturer.
END OF SECTION
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 DESCRIPTION:
A. Work included in this Section includes the providing of labor, materials, equipment
and services necessary for a complete and safe installation of complete fuel oil
system as shown on the drawings and as specified herein.
B. Fuel oil system with piping, valves, fittings, fuel storage tank, day tank, collecting
pans, fuel transfer pumps, controls and alarm actuators.
1.2 REFERENCES:
ASTM A 234 Piping Fittings of Wrought Carbon Steel and Alloy Steel for
Moderate and Elevated Temperatures.
ANSI B16.1 Cast Iron Flanges and Flanged Fittings, Classes 25, 125,
250 and 800.
ANSI B16.5 Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings, Steel Nickel Alloy and
Other Special Alloys.
1.3 SUBMITTALS:
2. For pans, provide size and capacity, connections and support and
installation details.
B. Submit wiring diagrams for power and control systems, differentiating between
Manufacturer-installed wiring and field-installed wiring.
C. Maintenance data for oil transfer equipment shall be provided for inclusion in the
building operation and Maintenance Manual.
C. Comply with provisions of NFPA 31 - Standard for the Installation of Oil Burning
Equipment, for oil piping materials and components, oil piping installations, and
inspection, and testing of fuel oil piping systems.
D. UL Compliance: Provide fuel oil piping components and storage tanks which are
listed and labeled by UL.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
A. Piping for fuel oil system shall be black steel pipe, seamless conforming to ASTM
A 53, Schedule 80, with beveled ends.
B. Malleable-Iron Threaded Fittings: ANSI B16.3, Class 150, standard pattern, for
threaded joints. Treads shall confirm to ANSI B1.20.1.
A. For diesel oil, welded type minimum 125 lb wsp, (except as noted).
2. Steel Flanges and Flanged Fittings: ANSI B16.5, including bolts, nuts, and
gaskets of the following material group, end connection and facing:
D. Fill line and test well terminals shall be cast iron body, cadmium plated body with
brass cap and lock
E. Vent terminals shall be full size of vent line, threaded, recessed cast bronze vent
brick, with double-brick size and weatherproof vent cap. In the fuel oil supply line
quick-closing, spring loaded, lever gate valve with fusible link arranged to close the
valve automatically when the link melts.
F. Flexible connectors shall be of all bronze construction with bronze wire braid
covering. For insulated piping, provide insulation over flexible hose before the
application of bronze wire braid and insulation shall be as specified for service.
Type and pressure rating shall be as recommended by Manufacturer to suit
particular service.
A. Fuel Oil Storage Tank shall be factory fabricated glass fiber reinforced polyester
(GFRP) underground fuel oil storage tank of capacity as shown on drawings.
Tank shall be horizontal cylindrical with spherical heads and designed for
operation at atmospheric pressure. Tank suitable for diesel fuel shall be
constructed, tested and installed in accordance with NFPA recommendations and
comply with all regulations of authorities having jurisdiction.
1. Tank shall meet the design loading conditions when buried in ground due to
external hydrostatic pressure, surface H-20 axle loads (32,000 lbs/axle),
internal loads due to 5 psi test pressure in annular space and primary tank,
storage of fuel oil, and designed to support accessory equipment such as
ladders, drop tubes, etc.
Fuel Oil System
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2. Tank shall be vented to atmosphere.
b. One carbon steel ladder extending to bottom of tank with bolts, nuts,
lugs.
d. Manway riser pipe shall be 48 inch diameter and 42 inch high shall
provide access to each manway lid.
e. Steel 4 inch diameter NPT threaded fittings for piping connections for
suction, return, vent, gage, fill and two spares.
f. 4 inch diameter GFRP fill tube, factory installed and terminating 4 inch
from bottom of tank.
5. Provide a digital indication of the actual tank content in gallons complete with
gauging sensors. Panel shall be factory prewired, UL listed, conform to
NEMA enclosures and supplied by the tank manufacturer.
A. General: Shall be single wall, non-pressure type, horizontal welded steel tank,
factory-fabricated and tested, and suitable for above ground installation. The
storage tank shall be constructed in accordance with National Board of Fire
Underwriters requirements, and shall bear UL labels. For the capacity of day tank
refer to Section 16231 - STANDBY ENGINE GENERATORS.
D. Corrosion Protection System: Tank and the piping shall be protected by properly
engineered, manufacturer's standard, installed and maintained corrosion
protection system in accordance with the requirements of Steel Tank Institute, for
intended use. In addition to above the external surfaces of the tank, ladder and
steel platform shall have manufacturers standard painted finish.
A. Pumps shall be submersible turbine pump suitable for pumping diesel fuel. The
pumps shall be provided with:
B. Pumps shall conform to UL 343, and be UL listed. Pump shall be of type and
capacity as shown on the drawings.
A. For day tank provide level controls and alarm actuators including level indicator,
Level control to operate fuel-oil transfer pump on and off.
B. For collecting pan provide pump cut-off and alarm including diesel fuel-oil transfer
pump cut-off.
2.7 OPERATION:
A. Day tank level control and alarm: Double-throw selector switch for active pump
selection. Level controls shall automatically start oil transfer pump at low level and
stop at high-level settings to maintain oil supply in day tank. Alarm actuators shall
sound alarm when oil level in tank falls below low-level pump cut-in setting or rises
above high-level pump cutout setting.
Fuel Oil System
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B. Collecting pan pump cutoff and alarm: High-level pump cutoff and alarm
automatically stops oil transfer pumps and sounds alarm when oil reaches
high-level setting in collecting pan.
2.8 VALVES:
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION:
A. Refer to Section 15050 - BASIC PIPING MATERIALS AND METHODS for basic
piping installation instructions. Refer to the drawings for further details. Use steel
pipe with threaded joints and fittings for 2 inch and smaller, and with welded joints
for 2-1/2 inch and larger.
B. Provide Antisyphon valves at high points of suction lines from oil tanks also
provide bronze valves with dash pot.
C. Provide relief valves at discharge of oil pumps with outlets piped back to
respective storage tanks.
D. Paint underground (where required) black steel piping with 2 heavy coats of
asphaltum paint. Coating with a proper protective tape, of the appropriate
specification shall also be acceptable. Underground piping shall be installed in
PVC pipe sleeve.
E. Pumps: Provide line size basket type strainer at motor-driven pump suction inlets.
Diesel oil transfer pumps shall be arranged so that selected active pump starts
and stops automatically in response to level controller on day tank. Hand oil pump
shall be installed in parallel with motor-driven pump.
A. Test oil piping in accordance with NFPA 31. Remake leaking joints and
connections using new materials.
END OF SECTION
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. The Work under this section consist of furnishing and installing the fuel gas
piping network and gas storage tank as indicated on the drawings and
specified in this section. The drawings indicate the extent and general
arrangement of the equipment capacity of storage.
1.2 REFERENCES
ASTM A 234 Piping Fittings of Wrought Carbon Steel and Alloy Steel for
Moderate and Elevated Temperatures.
ANSI B16.1 Cast Iron Flanges and Flanged Fittings, Classes 25, 125, 250
and 800.
ANSI B16.5 Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings, Steel Nickel Alloy and
Other Special Alloys.
ANSI B16.39 Threaded Pipe Unions, Malleable-Iron, Classes 150, 250 and
300.
1.3 SUBMITTALS
2. For gas tanks, provide size and capacity, connections and support and
installation details.
B. Maintenance data for gas transfer equipment shall be provided for inclusion in
the building operation and Maintenance Manual.
A. Equipment: All items of equipment shall be of the best quality used for the
purpose in commercial practice and shall be the products of reputable
manufacturers. Each major component of equipment shall have the
manufacturer’s name, address and catalogue number on a plate securely
affixed in a conspicuous place.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
A. Fuel Gas Storage Tank: L.P. gas storage tank shall be of size as indicated on
drawings and shall be as manufactured by the National Gas Company. Tank
shall be of structural steel suitable for external installation, and shall be
provided with manufacturer’s standard corrosion protection coating. Tank shall
be provided with necessary appurtenances for immediate installation and
service connection.
B. Aboveground Pipe and Fittings: All piping and fittings shall be Galvanized-
Seamless-Carbon steel-ASTM A53 Class B schedule 80, with beveled ends
wrapped in a tape.
E. Valves
1. Valves shall be of iron body plug type conforming to API 6D, including air
seat test.
3. Valves 51 mm and larger shall be lubricated type and suitable for 12.075
kg/cm2 working pressure.
4. Service cocks shall be plug cock type iron body brass core with 8.625
2
kg/cm rating.
F. Pressure Regulators
G. Electrical Equipment:
PART 3 - EXECUTION
A. Tank shall be set died on reinforced concrete mats and saddles and held
securely in place with steel anchor straps as shown on the drawings. Grout
shall be used to seal the tank firmly in place. All metal straps and anchors,
except for the portions embedded in concrete, shall be painted as specified for
storage tank.
3.2 Tests
A. Upon completion and prior to acceptance of the installation, the contractor shall
subject the fuel storage tank to such operating tests as may be required by the
Engineer to demonstrate satisfactory functional and operating efficiency of the
system. Tests shall be the expense of the contractor.
B. All joints in pipe lines shall remain uncovered until the pipe has been tested
under a pneumatic pressure of 15 pound per square inch. The open ends of
the pipe shall be capped instead of relaying on valves for testing. When all
joints are found to be tight, and have been approved by the Engineer, the test
may be stopped and backfilling command. Test shall be performed by and at
the expense of the Contractor.
3.4 Guarantee
END OF SECTION
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 DESCRIPTION:
1.2 REFERENCES:
ASTM A 234 Piping Fittings of Wrought Carbon Steel and Alloy Steel for
Moderate and Elevated Temperatures.
ANSI B16.1 Cast Iron Flanges and Flanged Fittings, Classes 25, 125,
250 and 800.
ANSI B16.5 Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings, Steel Nickel Alloy and
Other Special Alloys.
ANSI B16.39 Threaded Pipe Unions, Malleable-Iron, Classes 150, 250 and
300.
ASME BPVC SEC VIII D1 Boiler and pressure vessel code: section VIII
pressure vessels division 1
1.3 SUBMITTALS:
B. Manufacturer’s product data and test reports for receiver and compressor
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
B. Malleable-Iron Threaded Fittings: ANSI B16.3, Class 150, standard pattern, for
threaded joints. Treads shall confirm to ANSI B1.20.1.
B. The air compressors shall be complete with heavy duty industrial dry type air filter,
air receiver, built-in intercooler/aftercooler, dryer and the necessary instruments
and valving. The minimum safety control alarms shall include:
C. Air compressor shall have both automatic and manual start capabilities. A manual
switch shall be provided to permit selection of either of the compressor as the
duty compressor.
E. A check valve shall be installed between each compressor discharge and first
isolation valve.
F. All equipment of the compressed air and vacuum system shall be capable of
being isolated by isolation valve.
G. Compressed air and vacuum system shall be interfaced with BMS system.
A. The air receiver shall be the vertical type of steel construction per ASME Boiler and
Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC) Section VIII labeled and rated for working pressure
at least as high as highest discharge pressure of connected compressors; and
bearing appropriate code symbols and equipped with an ASME rated pressure
safety relief valve, service valves, pressure gage and automatic float type air valve.
Exterior and interior shall be sand blasted to SSSP SP1O. Lining shall be factory
applied 0.2 mm minimum white epoxy coating. Exterior finish shall be standard
factory finish. Capacity of the unit shall be as indicated on drawings.
B. The receiver shall be provided with an automatic and manual drain for liquid
removal.
A. Filter shall provided general purpose protection (GP grade) and shall be dry type
combination filter/silencer with backed enamel steel housing. Filter shall be 99
percent efficient with particle removal down to 1 micron including coalesced liquid
water and oil and providing a maximum remaining oil aerosol content of 0.5
3 o
mg/m @ 21 C. Silencer shall be the residential quality type. Filters shall comply
with requirements of ISO 8573.1 or equivalent standards. Type and size
A. Filter shall provided high efficiency oil removal filtration (HE grade) and shall be
dry type combination filter/silencer with backed enamel steel housing. Filter shall
be 99 percent efficient with particle removal down to 0.01 micron including water
3 o
and content of 0.1 mg/m @ 21 C. Filters shall comply with requirements of ISO
8573.1 or equivalent standards. Type and size of filter shall be as shown on
drawings.
2.7 ACCESSORIES
A. General: Include accessories with working-pressure rating not less than system
pressure at location where used, and compatible with equipment and piping
system used.
C. Safety Valves: ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code: Section VIII, Division 1,
construction; National Board certified, labeled, and factory sealed; constructed of
bronze body with poppet safety valve for compressed-air service. Pressure
settings shall be higher than discharge pressure and same or lower than receiver
pressure rating. Safety valves shall be installed on all equipment requiring
overpressure protection.
D. Pressure Regulators: Diaphragm type, bronze body, direct acting, spring loaded,
manual pressure-setting adjustment, and rated for 250-psig inlet pressure, unless
otherwise indicated on drawings
E. Pressure Gages: ANSI B40.1, Accuracy Grade A, for air, with brass case, and
non-shatterable safety glass, and a pressure blowout back to prevent glass from
flying out in case of an explosion. Gages shall have an 80 mm minimum diameter
dial and a dial range of approximately twice working pressure.
F. Quick Disconnect Couplings: All brass and suitable for a working pressure of not
less than 861 kPa. Female side of coupling (fixed end) shall have male thread
connection with automatic shutoff. Provide male side of coupling with hose stem
and ball check to bleed pressure from hose and prevent hose whipping.
G. Strainers: Bronze or malleable iron body, Class 125, Style Y, Type II, simplex
type, with 20-mesh Monel or stainless steel screen.
H. Traps: Type of traps, shall be as indicated, and rated working pressure not less
than system operating pressure.
K. Dielectric Unions: Steel female pipe thread end and copper solder—joint ends.
Steel parts shall be galvanized or plated. Union shall have a water-impervious
insulation barrier capable of limiting galvanic current to one percent of the short-
circuit current in a corresponding bimetallic joint. When dry, it shall also be able to
withstand a 600-volt breakdown test.
L. Hose Reel Assembly: Complete with 15m hose rated for a minimum of 861 kPa,
ball stop, hose extension with air coupler, hose rollers, reel enclosure,
nonsparking ratchet pawl, and required accessories.
B. Control Panels: Automatic control station with load control and protection
functions. Comply with NEMA ICS 2 and UL 508.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
A. Refer to Section 15050 - BASIC PIPING MATERIALS AND METHODS for basic
piping installation instructions. Refer to the drawings for further details. Use steel
pipe with threaded joints and fittings for 2 inch and smaller, and with welded joints
for 2-1/2 inch and larger.
A. Install valves at the locations indicated and elsewhere as required for the proper
functioning of the system. Install globe valves so that the pressure will be below
the disk. Install globe valves with the stems vertical.
D. Strainers: Provide strainers with meshes suitable for the services where indicated,
or where dirt might interfere with the proper operation of valve parts, orifices, or
moving parts of equipment.
A. Selection, fabrication and installation of piping hanger and supports shall conform
to MSS SP58/69 and to the requirements of section 15140 “HANGERS AND
SUPPORTS”
Compressed Air and
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Vacuum System
3.4 CLEANING OF SYSTEM
A. General: Clean the various system components before final closing as the
installations are completed. Remove foreign matter from equipment and
surrounding areas. Preliminary or final tests will not be permitted until the cleaning
is approved by the contracting officer.
B. Painting of Piping and Equipment: Paint piping and equipment in accordance with
Section 09900, “Painting.”
3.5 TESTING
B. Leak Tightness Tests: Blow systems dry with clean, oil-free compressed air, and
test with clean, dry air at design working pressure. Brush joints with soapy water
solution to check for leaks. Install a calibrated test pressure gage in piping system
to observe any loss in pressure. Maintain required test pressure for a sufficient
length of time to enable an inspection of joints and connections.
END OF SECTION
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 DESCRIPTION:
A. The work under this Section consists of furnishing and installation of chilled
water piping system as indicated on the drawings and as specified herein.
1.2 REFERENCES:
ANSI B16.1 Cast Iron Flanges and Flanged Fittings, Classes 25,
125, 250 and 800.
ANSI B16.5 Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings, Steel Nickel Alloy
and Other Special Alloys.
BS 143 Malleable Cast Iron and Cast Copper Alloy threaded Pipe
fittings.
BS 5154 Copper alloy Globe, Globe Stop, and Check, Check and
Gate valves
F. HI - Hydraulic Institute:
1.3 SUBMITTALS:
B. Shop Drawings: Submit scaled layout drawings of chilled water piping and
fittings including, but not necessarily limited to, pipe sizes, location,
elevations and slopes of horizontal runs, wall and floor penetrations, and
connections. Show interface and spatial relationship between piping and
proximate equipment.
D. Grooved joint couplings and fittings shall be shown on drawings and product
submittals, and shall be specifically identified with the applicable style or
series designation
E. Maintenance Data: Submit maintenance data and parts lists for chilled
water piping materials and products. Include this data, product data, shop
drawings, and record drawings in maintenance manual.
A. Submit written guarantee signed by the contractor and manufacturer for the
period of 1 year from the date of substantial completion. The guarantee shall
cover the repair and replacement of defective materials and workmanship as
directed by the Engineer. If manufacturer warranties any equipment for more
than one year as a standard practice such warranties shall also be
submitted.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
A. Pipes
B. Fittings:
1. Install above ground black steel pipes with threaded joints and
fittings for 50 mm and smaller, and 65 mm and larger pipes.
3. Self Contained Flow Control Valves: Class 150, cast iron housing,
stainless steel operating parts; threaded connections for 50 mm and
smaller, flanged connection for 65 mm and larger. Factory set to
automatically control flow rates within plus or minus 5 percent
design, while compensating for system operating pressure
differential. Provide quick disconnect valves for flow measuring
equipment. Provide a metal identification tag with chain for each
valve, factory marked with the zone identification, valve model
number, and rate flow in m3/min.
E. Piping Specialties:
1. Manual Air Vent: Bronze body and non-ferrous internal parts; 1035
kPa working pressure, 110oC operating temperature; manually
operated with screw-driver or thumb-screws; and having 3 mm
discharge connection and 13 mm inlet connection.
A. Size and number as indicated; construct of welded carbon steel for 850 kPa
working pressure, 1900C maximum operating temperature. Separate air
charge from system water to maintain design expansion capacity, by means
of a flexible diaphragm securely sealed into tank. Provide taps for pressure
gauge and air charging fitting, and drain fitting. Support vertical tanks with
legs or base; support horizontal tanks with steel saddles. Tank, with taps
and supports, shall be constructed, tested, and labeled in accordance with
ASME Pressure Vessel Code, Section VIII, Division 1.
A. Provide pressure relief valve and automatic cold sweet water fill assembly
complete with pressure reducing valve, after meter arrester, sight glass,
backflow preventer with test cocks, water filter, vacuum breaker and valved
by-pass.
A. Type: The air release tank shall be of the in-the-pipe-line type with
tangential openings for water in and out. The inside shall be specifically
designed to create a low velocity vortex for the separation of free air from
the water stream.
B. Size: The size of the air release tank shall be based on the line size of the
pipe shown on the drawings.
D. Strainer: The tank shall be equipped with an internal steel strainer with
perforations sized for water flow. The strainer shall be installed in a location
of assist in the separation of air. The strainer shall be removable from the
bottom by unbolting the steel bolt heads.
E. Drain: The tank shall be equipped with a bottom drain and this drain shall
be piped to the nearest open site drain. The drain line shall be equipped
with a gate valve and a union to facilitate the removal of the strainer.
A. General:
6. For pumps with variable speed drive, the control system shall
include as a minimum, the programmable logic pump controller,
adjustable frequency drive(s) and remote sensor/transmitter as
required. All additional items required to properly execute the
sequence of operation shall be provided.
C. Pump Casing: Cast Iron for working pressure below 12.05 bar at 65 °C
(PN16 flange rating) and Ductile Iron for working pressures to 25 bar at °C
(PN25 flange rating).Suction discharge connection shall be flange and the
same time size and shall be drilled and tapped for seal flush and gauge
connections.
E. Shaft: Provide Stainless Steel pump Shaft with stainless steel sleeves.
I. All Split coupled pumps shall be provided with a lower seal chamber
throttle bushing. Seal flush line fittings, if required:
K. The manufacturer shall submit certificate, including test data to show that
pump meets performance specifications.
B. The Contractor shall supply and/or install the water treatment facilities and
chemicals as listed below. Chemicals shall be specially formulated to
prevent accumulation of scale and corrosion in piping system and connected
equipment, developed based on a water analysis of make-up water.
3. Test Kit.
C. Treatment:
1. Thoroughly clean and system of oil grease and swarf deposits using
an approved soluble solvent in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions.
2. Circulate the solution for at least one hour, drain and then flush
system thorough with fresh water.
D. Handover:
1. The Contractor shall supply a test kit and instruct the user in its use.
3. Prior to handover, the Contractor shall carry out his own tests and
ensure the system is correctly dosed.
2.7 INSULATION:
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION:
B. Install above ground black steel pipes with threaded joints and fittings for 50
mm and smaller, and with approved fittings for 65 mm or larger.
G. Field testing of the pumps shall be performed at the time of overall system
start-up and testing. Installed pumps shall meet the performance
specifications.
J. The air separator shall be installed dead level in both directions and shall be
supported from the structure so that all pipes can be removed without
moving the air separator. The separator shall be installed so that the
strainer can be removed without moving the tank.
K. The chilled water piping, valves, fittings, separator and expansion tank shall
be insulated as per Section 15250 - MECHANICAL INSULATION.
1. Water for the chiller system shall be chemically analyzed and shall
be treated to insure its suitability as the permanent system charge.
Additional water treatment shall be provided whenever required after
final analysis at no additional cost to Owner.
5. Install relief valve set at a pressure no more than 1/3 higher than the
test pressure, to protect against damage by expansion of liquid or
other source of over pressure during the test.
2. Use vents installed at high points in the system to release trapped air
while filling the system. Use drains installed at low points for
complete removal of the that liquid.
4. After the hydrostatic test pressure has been applied for at least 10
minutes, examine piping, joints, and connections for leakage.
Eliminate leaks by tightening, repairing, or replacing components as
appropriate, and repeat hydrostatic test until there are no leaks.
A. Clean and flush chilled water piping system. Remove, clean, and replace
strainer screens. After cleaning and flushing chilled water piping system, but
before balancing, remove disposable fine mesh strainers in pump suction
diffusers.
B. Mark calibrated name plates of pump discharge valve after chilled water
system balancing has been completed, to permanently indicate final
balanced position.
D. Check expansion tanks to determine that they are not air bound and that the
system is completely full of water.
END OF SECTION
STEAM BOILER
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. Furnishing and installation of steam boiler, distribution piping (for steam &
condensate) and related equipment as shown on drawings and specified here in to
form a complete operational boiler plant.
1.2 REFERENCES:
SASO 694 Code of practice for the inspection and testing of steam and
hot water boilers-Part 1: Inspection during installation and
commissioning.
SASO 695 Code of practice for the inspection and testing of steam and
hot water boilers-Part 2: acceptance tests.
SASO 696 Code of practice for the inspection and testing of steam and
hot water boilers-Part 3: Concise procedure for thermal
performance tests.
SASO 697 Code of practice for the inspection and testing of steam and
hot water boilers-Part 4: Comprehensive procedure for
thermal performance tests.
SASO 698 Code of practice for the inspection and testing of steam and
hot water boilers-Part 5: Periodic external inspection.
SASO 699 Code of practice for the inspection and testing of steam and
hot water boilers-Part 6: Periodic internal inspection.
SASO 700 Code of practice for the inspection and testing of steam and
hot water boilers-Part 7: Periodic hydrostatic testing.
ASTM A 234 Piping Fittings of Wrought Carbon Steel and Alloy Steel for
Moderate and Elevated Temperatures
ASTM A 106 Specification for Seamless Carbon Steel Pipe for High-
Temperature Service
BS 1449: Part 2: Stainless steel and heat resistant steel plate, sheet and strip
BS 3059: Part 1: Specification for low tensile carbon steel tubes without
specified elevated temperature properties
ANSI B16.1 Cast Iron Flanges and Flanged Fittings, Classes 25, 125,
250 and 800.
ANSI B16.5 Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings, Steel Nickel Alloy and
Other Special Alloys.
ANSI B16.39 Threaded Pipe Unions, Malleable-Iron, Classes 150, 250 and
300.
F. HI - Hydraulic Institute:
1.3 SUBMITTALS
B. Submit shop drawings of the boiler plant including manufacturers installation details
and recommendations.
C. Material and equipment information: Shall include catalog cuts and technical data
for each component or device used in the system.
2. Certificate of Compliance
3. Test Reports.
2. Fabricate and stamp tanks to comply ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel
Code, Section VIII, Division 1.
1.5 WARRANTY
A. Submit written guarantee signed by the contractor and manufacturer for the period
of 1 year from the date of substantial completion. The guarantee shall cover the
repair and replacement of defective materials and workmanship as directed by the
Engineer. If manufacturer warranties any equipment for more than one year as a
standard practice such warranties shall also be submitted.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
A. Pipes:
1. Pipes, 2 inches (DN 50 mm) and smaller, shall be black steel pipe,
conforming to ASTM A 53, Type S (seamless), Grade A, Schedules 80,
plain ends.
2. Pipes, 2-1/2 inches (DN 65 mm) and larger, shall be black steel pipe,
conforming to ASTM A 53, Type E (electric-resistance welded), Grade A,
Schedules 80, plain ends.
B. Fittings:
A. General:
3. The boiler shall be stamped on the mandoor “ring” with the following
information:
B. Boiler Shell:
4. The stay bars shall be manufactured from steel bar complying with
BS1502-161-430. The plain and stay tubes shall be manufactured from
Low Tensile Carbon Steel Tube material complying with BS3059, Pt 1.
ERW 320 or HFS 320. The required number of stay tubes and stay bars
shall be fitted. All stay tubes shall be lightly expanded before being welded
in the tube plates and reversal chamber. Stay bars shall be welded into tube
plates.
6. Access Doors: Mandoors, muddoor, lifting lug and pads (valves) shall be
manufactured from Boiler / Pressure Vessel Quality Carbon Steel
complying with BS1501-161-430A. Furnace access tube shall be
manufactured from Carbon Steel material complying with BS3602 – HFS
430 or ASTM A106. Access Doors shall permit as far as is practicable, the
internal inspection of heating surfaces and include a 405 x 305 man door on
top of the boiler shell along with two inspection doors in lower quadrant of
shell and one muddoor in the rear tube plate.
1. Front and Rear Casings: Boiler front and rear casings shall be fabricated
mild steel plate fully welded to the boiler tube plates and shell. Front casing
shall be insulated internally to reduce radiation loss to minimum and
2. Insulation and Sheeting: All exposed areas of the boiler shell and tube plates
shall be lagged with insulation mattress not less than 100 mm thick and
retained in position with 19 mm wide mild steel bands.
1. Each boiler shall be complete with valves and gauges as listed complying
with BS759 Part 1, fitted to the boiler standpipes with suitable joints
complying with BS2815 and flanges drilled to BS4504. Flange fixing shall be
by metric studs and nuts or bolts.
Quantity Description
2. Drain pipework from the water gauge drain cocks, sequence blowndown
valves and safety valve drain shall be extended in suitable sized pipework
terminating individually at boiler center line. All valves shall be suitable for
the, pressure and temperature of the boiler.
E. Painting
A. Feed Tank: Feed Tanks shall be designed to have a capacity to ensure that the
Boiler plant can operate safely for one hour evaporation time. Feed tanks shall
condition the feed water prior to being pumped to the Boiler. This shall be
achieved by heating the cold make-up to drive off the Oxygen and to achieve a
temperature near to 100 Deg C.
A. Controller: TDS controller shall be of electronic type for the control of TDS in the
boilers. They shall be of the wall mounted type and be housed in an IP65
polystyrene case and poly carbonate cover, or the Controller shall be panel
mounted and housed in a noryl (glass filled) case and polyester front cover. They
shall incorporate a 4 digit LED display and provide a 4 -20mA output and high
TDS alarm and have a patented probe conditioning device.
B. Conductivity Probe: TDS conductivity probe shall be with austenitic stainless steel
sensor tips incorporating a built in temperature sensor to accommodate the
changes in boiler pressure. They shall also incorporate a self monitoring facility to
check the sensor tips for scaling and when used in conjunction with the
Controller, be able to automatically compensate for scale formation on the sensor
tips and when severe, activate an electronic self cleaning routine. Should the
system be unable to clean the probe, it shall be able to activate a warning on the
controllers display panel plus a remote alarm if required.
They shall also be able to automatically compensate for any polarization effects at
the sensors. They shall be suitable for boiler pressures up to 32 bar g and a
maximum working temperature of 239 deg. C. They shall be available in 300 / 500
/ 1000 mm lengths and have a 3/8" BSPT connection to allow the probe to be
fitted to the boiler.
D. Blowdown Control Valve: Blow down control valves shall be electro hydraulically
actuated type with cast steel bodies and stainless steel internals. They shall
incorporate a spring closure mechanism on power failure. A valve position
indicator and an articulated valve cone ensuring a tight shut -off and the correct
alignment of the valve.
E. Stop Valve: Gland seal stop valves shall be with cast steel bodies and flanged
connections. They shall incorporate a raising hand wheel for easy indication of
valve position, and have stainless steel seat ring, disc/plug and stem for long life.
F. Check Valve: Disc check valves shall be wafer type ferritic stainless steel bodies
and a maximum body design of PN40. They shall generally be suitable for
insertion between BS4504 flanges and BS10 flanges tables 'E' & 'H'. The shut off
standard shall confirm to DIN 3230 part 3, BN2 for metal to metal seats and BN1
& B01 for soft seats.
A. The sample cooler system shall consist of sample cooler, inlet valve, cooling
water valve and 3 compression fittings. A sample cooler shall be of all 316L
stainless steel construction, screwed and with compression fitting connections.
They shall incorporate a 316L stainless steel coil and a pre drilled mounting
bracket in both end caps.
A. Time controlled automatic boiler bottom blow down systems for single or multiple
boiler installations shall consist of blowdown valves and blowdown timers.
C. Boiler Blowdown Timer: Blow down timer shall be DIN Rail or Chassis plate
mounted housed in a polystyrene case. They shall incorporate a 4digit LED
display and 2 push buttons for the controls of blow down intervals and duration
and have a programmable delay. Accuracy (typical 5 seconds per day), time
between blow downs 1-99 hours, time of each blow down 0-99 seconds / 0-0.99
hours, pause time minimum intervals between blow down from different boiler 0-
9.9 hours.
2.8 HEADER
A. Isolation Valves: Bellows sealed stop valve shall be with SG iron bonnet and
bodies to design condition PN25 and have flanged connection with face to face
dimension confirming to DIN3202 F1. They shall incorporate a non raising hand
wheel and an open / closed indicator. The bellows shall be manufactured from
titanium stabilized stainless steel. Stop valve shall confirm to DIN 3230 B01 & ISO
5208 rated A on leakage.
B. Trap set for Header: The trap set consists of Isolation valve, Strainers, Spiratec
sensor chamber, Ball float steam trap, and Check Valve.
C. Ball Valves: Ball valves shall be 3 piece with zinc plated forged carbon steel body
and screwed connection. They shall have an austenitic stainless steel ball and
stem with R-PTFE seats and seals, shall be reduced bore suitable for steam
service upto 17.50 Bar g (207 deg C). They shall confirm to ISO 5208 rate 3
leakage test requirements.
D. Air Vents: Air Vent for steam system shall be maintainable balanced pressure
thermostatic type, having brass body and angled screwed Connections.
A. Separator and Trap Set: Separators for the removal of entrained liquids in steam
system shall be horizontal baffle type, SG iron bodies, flanged BS4504 PN16 &
PN25 connection and having a maximum body design condition PN25,
Trap Set for Separator: The trap set consists of Isolation valve, Strainers, Spiratec
sensor chamber, Ball float steam trap and Check Valve.
C. Strainer- Flanged Connection: Strainer shall be „Y type strainer with Cast Iron
body and flanged connection to body design condition PN16. Strainer shall
incorporate a perforated or mesh, stainless steel or monel strainer screen.
Material certification for body and cap to EN10204 2.2.
D. Steam Flow Meter: Steam flow meter shall operate on the Spring Loaded Variable
Area principle and produces a differential pressure related to the rate of flow.
Flow Meter shall be with Stainless Steel body and suitable for fitting between pipe
flanges. The Flow Meter shall have a Turn Down ratio of 100:1, Repeatability of
0.25% and Accuracy of +/- 1% of measured value from 5% to 100% of maximum
rated flow.
F. Flow Computer: The Steam Flow Computer shall receive signals from the DP
Transmitter and converts them to display Flow Rate, Total Flow, Temperature and
Pressure.
G. Check Valve: Disc check valves shall be wafer pattern having ferritic stainless
steel bodies and a maximum body design of PN40. They shall generally be
suitable for insertion between BS4504 flanges and BS10 flanges tables 'E' & 'H'.
The shut off standard shall confirm to DIN 3230 part 3, BN2 for metal to metal
seats and BN1 & B01 for soft seats.
A. Steam Separator
1. For the sizes 1/2" (15mm) to 1" (25mm): Separators for the removal of
entrained liquids in steam system shall be vertical baffle with SG iron bodies
and screwed connection and having a maximum body design condition rated
to DIN PN16.
2. For the sizes 1-1/4" (32mm) to 2" (50mm): Separators for the removal of
entrained liquids in steam system shall be horizontal baffle with SG iron
bodies and screwed connection and having a maximum body design
condition rated to DIN PN25
3. For the sizes 2" (50mm) to 8" (200mm): Separators for the removal of
entrained liquids in steam system shall be horizontal baffle with SG iron
B. Trap set for Separator: The trap set consists of Isolation valve, Strainers, Spiratec
sensor chamber, Ball float steam trap and Check Valve.
1. Isolation Valve: Bellows sealed stop valve shall be with SG Iron bonnet and
cast iron bodies to design condition PN16 and KS10 and have flanged
connection with face to face dimension confirming to DIN3202 F1. They
shall incorporate a non raising hand wheel and a open / closed indicator.
The bellows shall be manufactured from titanium stabilized stainless steel.
Stop valve shall confirm to DIN 3230 B01 & ISO 5208 rated A on leakage.
2. Strainer: Strainer shall be „Y type strainer with Cast Iron body and flanged
connection to body design condition PN16. Strainer shall incorporate a
perforated or mesh, stainless steel or monel strainer screen.
6. Safety Valve: Safety valve shall be pop type with SG Iron body and flanged
inlet of PN25 and outlet of PN16 connections for use on steam. Approved by
the TUV to AD Merkblatt A2 and TRD 421. Seat tightness to AP527.
B. Trap Set for Separator: As specified earlier in the specifications of the Separator
Trap Set.
2. Strainer: Strainers, 2 inches (50 mm) and smaller shall be with SG Iron
bodies and screwed connections to body design conditions PN25. Strainer
shall incorporate perforated (or) mesh, stainless steel strainer screen.
Strainers, 2-1/2 inches (65 mm) and larger shall be „Y type strainer with Cast
Iron body and flanged connection to body design condition PN16. Strainer
shall incorporate a perforated or mesh, stainless steel or monel strainer
screen. Material certification for body and cap to EN10204 2.2.
6. Safety Valve: Safety valves, 2 inches (50 mm) and smaller shall be pop
type, with bronze body and screwed inlet / outlet connections for use on
steam. Approval authority and notified body is SAFed TAS. Seat tightness
complies with API527.
Safety valves, 2-1/2 inches (65 mm) and larger shall be pop type with SG Iron
body and flanged inlet of PN25 and outlet of PN16 connections for use on steam.
Approved by the TUV to AD Merkblatt A2 and TRD 421. Seat tightness to AP527
1. Isolation Valve: Isolation valve shall be Ball valve, 3 piece type stainless
A. Isolation Valve: Globe stop valves shall be with bronze bodies and screwed
connections. They shall have an Aluminium hand wheel and a stainless steel disc
and seat.
B. Spiratec Sensor Chamber: Steam trap sensor chamber shall be with SG Iron
bodies and screwed connections, They shall incorporate a stainless steel level
sensing electrode with connection for a portable indicator, remote test facility (or)
Automatic monitoring unit. When used in conjunction with the automatic steam
trap monitoring unit, a water logging sensor may be used to indicate both leakage
and blockage of the steam trap.
D. Check Valve: Lift Check valve shall be having bronze body with screwed
connections and a brass valve cone.
A. Isolation Valve: Bellows Sealed stop valve shall be with forged steel bodies to
design condition class 800, and have screwed / socket weld connections. Stop
valves shall incorporate a non-rising hand wheel. The bellows shall be
manufactured from titanium stabilized stainless steel and have a fatigue life
conforming to BS 5352 for globe valves. They shall confirm to API 598 and DIN
3230(BO1) on leakage, and can be made available with material certification to
EN 10204 3.1B upon request.
B. Strainer: Strainers shall be „Y‟ type strainer with SG Iron bodies and screwed
connections to body design conditions PN25. Strainer shall incorporate perforated
(or) mesh, stainless steel Strainer screen. Material certification for body and cap
to EN 10204 2.2.
C. Spiratec Sensor Chamber: Steam trap sensor chamber shall be with SG Iron
bodies and screwed connections, They shall incorporate a stainless steel level
sensing electrode with connection for a portable indicator, remote test facility (or)
Automatic monitoring unit. When used in conjunction with the automatic steam
trap monitoring unit, a water logging sensor may be used to indicate both leakage
D. Ball Float steam trap with steam lock release: Ball float steam trap shall be having
SG Iron bodies with horizontal or vertical flanged / screwed connections, and a
stainless steel main valve and float assembly. They shall incorporate automatic
air venting facility and an externally adjustable steam lock release mechanism.
E. Check Valve: Lift Check valve shall be having bronze body with screwed
connections and a brass valve cone.
2.14 TYPICAL TRAPSET FOR LAUNDRY DRYER & DRY CLEANING MACHINE
A. Bellows Sealed Isolation Valve: Bellows Sealed stop valve shall be with forged
steel bodies to design condition class 800, and have screwed / socket weld
connections. Stop valves shall incorporate a non rising hand wheel. The bellows
shall be manufactured from titanium stabilized stainless steel and have a fatigue
life conforming to BS 5352 for globe valves. They shall confirm to API 598 and
DIN 3230(BO1) on leakage, and can be made available with material certification
to EN 10204 3.1B upon request.
B. Strainer: Strainers shall be „Y‟ type strainer with SG Iron bodies and screwed
connections to body design conditions PN25. Strainer shall incorporate perforated
(or) mesh, stainless steel or Monel Strainer screen.
C. Spiratec Sensor Chamber: Steam trap sensor chamber shall be with SG Iron
bodies and screwed connections, They shall incorporate a stainless steel level
sensing electrode with connection for a portable indicator, remote test facility (or)
Automatic monitoring unit. When used in conjunction with the automatic steam
trap monitoring unit, a water logging sensor may be used to indicate both leakage
and blockage of the steam trap.
D. Ball Float Steam Trap: Ball float steam trap shall be having SG Iron bodies with
horizontal or vertical flanged / screwed connections, and a stainless steel main
valve and float assembly. They shall incorporate automatic air venting facility
using a thermostatic capsule.
E. Check Valve: Lift Check valve shall be having bronze body with screwed
connections and a brass valve cone.
A. Isolation Valve: Bellows sealed stop valve shall be with SG Iron bonnet and cast
iron bodies to design condition PN16 and KS10 and have flanged connection with
face to face dimension confirming to DIN3202 F1. They shall incorporate a non
raising hand wheel and a open / closed indicator. The bellows shall be
manufactured from titanium stabilized stainless steel. Stop valve shall confirm to
DIN 3230 B01 & ISO 5208 rated A on leakage.
1. Self Acting Control Valve: Self acting control valves shall be normally open
type with phosphor bronze pressure balancing bellows and flanged
connections. They shall have Cast Iron bodies and stainless steel main
valve assembly.
1. Self Acting Control Valve: Self acting control valves shall be normally open
type with phosphor bronze pressure balancing bellows and flanged
connections. They shall have Cast Iron bodies and stainless steel main
valve assembly.
2. Self Acting Controller: Self acting controller shall be immersion type with a
brass sensor and stainless steel actuator. They shall have a PVC covered
copper capillary tube and a stainless steel pocket. They shall be used in
conjunction with a high limit cut out device coupled to an appropriate self
acting valve and the control system shall be deemed and intrinsically safe
high temperature limiting system, giving safe guard over heat protection.
3. High Limit Cut Out: High limit cut outs shall be bronze body and screwed
connections. They shall incorporate a visual red indicator and an optional
micro switch facility for a remote audio / visual indicator. They shall
incorporate a manual reset.
E. Vacuum Breaker: Vacuum breaker shall be with brass bodies and screwed
Connections. Vacuum breaker shall have stainless steel internals and be suitable
for steam.
F. Automatic Pump Trap Unit: Automatic pump trap shall be operated by steam to
maximum 13.80 bar g. No electrical energy shall be required. Body material SG
Iron (DIN 1693 GGG 40.3 dual satisfied with ASTM A395) with a swing type inlet
check valve and a ball type outlet check valve. The internal trap mechanism shall
contain dual stainless steel floats connected with a two stage trap, while the
internal pump mechanism shall be a stainless steel single tension spring snap -
action device with no external seals or glands. The pump trap shall be flanged
PN16 with BSP motive fluid connections.
A. Packaged Pump Unit: Automatic pump shall be vented unit with SG Iron body and
2.17 STORAGE CALORIFIERS HEAT EXCHANGER for Domestic Hot Water Supply
A. Package heat exchangers shall be fully assembled skid mounted pressure tested
and ready for installation as shown on drawings. The heat exchangers shall be of
counter-flow design to accommodate thermal duties with an acceptable temperature
cross and approach. Heat exchanger shall use steam to provide heating for low
temperature hot water (for HVAC use) and domestic hot water.
B. The heat exchanger shall be rated with fouling allowance required for the specified
duty.
D. The heat exchanger shall have one-piece inter-plate gaskets made of material
suitable for the given fluids temperature and the given process conditions.
E. The heat exchanger shall be of compact design complete with condensate removal
system, not requiring more than 50% installed space for servicing and maintenance.
F. Plates shall be designed to withstand full maximum differential pressure without any
pressure on the adjacent plates.
H. Plate corrugation for the entire plate shall be pressed in a single stroke of the press.
K. The heat exchanger shall be made with heat transfer plates fabricated from type
304 stainless steel.
M. The heat exchanger nozzles shall be of the same materials as the heat transfer
plates.
N. The heat exchanger design and fabrication shall confirm to the latest edition of
O. The heat exchanger shall be tested in accordance with the applicable code
requirement.
P. Packaged system shall be complete with pneumatic controls, heat exchanger and
condensate removal equipment. All control equipment shall be pre-wired and piped
ready for connection to the air supply and power source.
A. Feed Water:
B. Boiler Water
The contractor shall take a sample of the water supplied at and analyze its content
with the above requirements and provide the required water softening system for
feed water and chemical charging for boiler water to achieve the desired criteria, as
above mentioned.
A. Boiler flue shall be of twin wall construction, having a 25 mm air gap between the
inner and outer wall. The vertical seam of inner wall shall be continuously welded
and shall have a 12 mm flange formed on each end of the wall. The vent section
and fitting shall be joined by clamping over mating flanges of adjacent components.
Size of flue shall be as shown on drawing or as recommended by the manufacturer.
Height of flue above the building shall comply with internationally acceptable
B. The inner wall shall be structural load bearing component and expansion of the
inner wall due to changes in temperature shall be catered for by bellow(s) fitted, as
necessary, throughout the system. The outer casing shall be non-load bearing and
shall be retained around the inner wall by suitable spacing clips.
C. The boiler flue system shall be factory fabricated complete with all required fittings
and accessories including full range of starting components, lengths, tees, elbows,
load bearing components, flashings and terminals necessary to complete the
system. The load bearing and wind load capacity of all components when installed
within a system shall be determined by the manufacturer in accordance with the
applicable codes and design the system accordingly. When required the
manufacturer shall submit relevant calculations and test reports of above to the
Engineer.
D. The inner wall/liner, fitting and all surfaces in contact with flue gases shall be
constructed of Grade 304 stainless steel to BS 1449 Part 2, not less than 1 mm wall
thickness. The outer casing for interior use shall be of aluminized steel to BS 1449
Part 1 and for exterior use shall be of Grade 304 stainless steel to BS 1449 Part 2.
2.21 VALVES:
A. Insulation for steam and condensate piping shall be Glass Fiber Pipe Insulation as
per requirements of Section 15250 - MECHANICAL INSULATION.
A. Electrical Enclosures: NEMA 250, Type 1 ventilated enclosure with hinged door
and key-locking handle.
E. Contactors: 3-pole magnetic contactors, listed for 500,000 cycles at full load.
B. Steam Piping, 2 inches (DN 50) and Smaller: Schedule 80 black steel pipe, with
threaded joints using Class 125 cast-iron threaded fittings.
C. Steam Piping, 2-1/2 inches (DN 65) and Larger: Schedule 80 black steel pipe, with
welded joints using Schedule 80 wrought-steel welding fittings and Class 150
wrought-steel flanges.
D. Condensate Piping, 2 inches (DN 50) and Smaller: Schedule 80 black steel pipe,
with threaded joints using Class 125 malleable-iron threaded fittings.
E. Condensate Piping, 2-1/2 inches (DN 65) and Larger: Schedule 80 black steel pipe,
with welded joints using Schedule 80 wrought-steel welding fittings and Class 150
wrought-steel flanges.
F. Install groups of pipes parallel to each other, spaced to permit applying insulation
and servicing of valves.
G. Install steam supply piping at a uniform grade of 0.2 percent downward in direction
of steam flow.
I. Reduce pipe sizes using eccentric reducer fitting installed with level side down.
J. Unless otherwise indicated, install branch connections to steam mains using 45-
degree fittings in main pipe, with the takeoff coming out the top of the main pipe.
Use of 90-degree tee fittings is permissible if 45-degree fittings are impractical. If
length of branch takeoff is less than 3 m, pitch branch line down toward mains at
a 0.4 percent grade.
K. Install unions in piping 2 inches (DN 50) and smaller adjacent to each valve, at
final connections of each piece of equipment, and elsewhere as indicated.
L. Install flanges in piping 2-1/2 inches (DN 65) and larger at final connections of
each piece of equipment and elsewhere as indicated.
O. Insulate all steam and condensate piping complying with the requirements of
Section 15250 - MECHANICAL INSULATION.
3.2 EXAMINATION
A. Examine area to receive boiler for compliance with requirements for installation
tolerances and other conditions affecting boiler performance. Do not proceed with
installation until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
A. Install boilers level and plumb, according to manufacturer's written instructions and
referenced standards.
B. Support boilers on 100-mm- thick concrete base, 100 mm larger on each side than
base of unit, unless indicated otherwise on drawings.
D. Install electrical devices furnished with boiler, but not specified to be factory
mounted.
3.4 CONNECTIONS
C. Perform all tests in the presence of the Engineer. Report results in writing to the
Engineer.
D. Prepare steam and condensate piping according to ASME B31.9 and as follows:
4. Install safety valve, set at a pressure no more than one-third higher than test
pressure, to protect against damage by expanding liquid or other source of
overpressure during test.
2. While filling system, use vents installed at high points of system to release
trapped air. Use drip legs installed at low points for complete draining of
liquid.
3. Subject piping system to hydrostatic test pressure that is not less than 1.5
times the design pressure. Test pressure shall not exceed maximum
pressure for any vessel, pump, valve, or other component in system under
test. Verify that stress due to pressure at bottom of vertical runs does not
exceed either 90 percent of specified minimum yield strength or 1.7 times
"SE" value in Appendix A of ASME B31.9, "Building Services Piping."
4. After hydrostatic test pressure has been applied for at least 10 minutes,
examine piping, joints, and connections for leakage. Eliminate leaks by
tightening, repairing, or replacing components, and repeat hydrostatic test
until there are no leaks.
3.6 CLEANING
B. After completing boiler installation, including outlet fittings and devices, inspect
exposed finish. Remove burrs, dirt, and construction debris and repair damaged
finishes including chips, scratches, and abrasions with manufacturer's touchup
paint.
3.7 COMMISSIONING
B. Verify that installation is as indicated and specified. Verify that electrical wiring
installation complies with manufacturer's submittal and installation requirements
applicable Section Division 16 - ELECTRICAL. Do not proceed with boiler startup
until wiring installation is acceptable to equipment Installer.
C. Complete manufacturer's installation and startup checklist and verify the following:
8. Boiler, burner, and flue are clean and free of construction debris.
E. Start pumps and boilers, and adjust burners to maximum operating efficiency.
1. Fill out startup checklist and attach copy with Contractor Startup Report.
F. Measure and record water flow rate, pressure drops, and temperature rise through
each boiler.
3.8 DEMONSTRATION
END OF SECTION
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 SCOPE
1. Chiller package
2. Charge of refrigerant and oil.
3. Electrical power and control connections
4. Chilled water connections
5. Factory start-up
1.2 REFERENCES
A. Factory Test: Chiller shall be pressure-tested, evacuated and fully charged with
refrigerant and oil, and shall be factory operational run tested with water flowing
through the vessel.
A. Unit shall be delivered to job site fully assembled and charged with refrigerant and
oil by the Manufacturer.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 GENERAL
B. Operating Characteristics:
C. Cabinet: Unit panels, structural elements, control boxes and heavy gauge
structural base shall be constructed of galvanized steel. Unit panels, control boxes
and structural base are finished with a baked on powder paint. All painted
surfaces shall be coated with baked on powder paint which, when subject to
ASTMB117, 1,000 hour, 5% salt spray test, yields minimum ASTM 1654 rating of
“6”.
B. Motors: Refrigerant suction gas cooled accessible hermetic compressor motor, full
suction gas flow through 0.006” maximum mesh screen, with inherent internal
thermal overload protection and external current overload on all three phases.
C. Lubrication: External oil separators with no moving parts, 450 PSIG design
working pressure, and UL listing. Refrigerant system differential pressure shall
provide oil flow through service replaceable, 0.5 micron, full flow, cartridge type oil
filter internal to compressor. Filter bypass, less restrictive media, or oil pump not
acceptable.
A. Each independent refrigerant circuit shall include: liquid line shutoff valve with
charging port, low side pressure relief device, removable core filter-drier, sight
glass with moisture indicator, and electronic expansion valve.
C. Discharge lines shall be provided with manual compressor shutoff service valves.
Suction line shall be covered with closed cell foam insulation.
A. Evaporator:
1. Direct expansion type or flooded type shell and tube evaporator with high
efficiency copper tubes. Independent refrigerant circuits shall be provided
per compressor.
2. Constructed, tested, and stamped IAW applicable sections of ASME
pressure vessel code for minimum 235 PSIG refrigerant side design
working pressure and 150 PSIG water side design working pressure.
A. Power/Control Panel:
1. NEMA 3R (IP55), powder painted steel cabinets with hinged, latched, and
gasket sealed outer doors equipped with wind struts for safer servicing.
Provide main power connection(s), compressor starters and fan motor
contactors, current overloads, and factory wiring.
2. Panel shall include control display access door.
C. Control Transformer: Power panel shall be supplied with a factory mounted and
wired control transformer that will supply all unit control voltage from the main unit
power supply. Transformer shall utilize scheduled line voltage on the primary side
and provide 115V/1Ø on secondary.
D. Short Circuit Withstand Rating of the chiller electrical enclosure shall be (380, 400,
& 460V: 65,000 Amps). Rating shall be IAW UL508.
E. Motor Starters: Motors starters shall be reduced inrush type (Wye-Delta or Solid
State) for minimum electrical inrush. Across the line type starters will not be
acceptable.
F. Power Factor:
G. Exposed compressor and fan motor power wiring shall be routed through liquid
tight conduit.
2.6 CONTROLS
A. General:
D. Display Data: Chiller liquid return and leaving temperatures, ambient, lead
compressor identification, clock and schedule, (variable) out of range, remote
input indication, chilled liquid reset setpoint, and history data for last ten shutdown
faults. Compressor suction, discharge, and oil pressures and temperatures,
suction and discharge superheats, percent of fullload, operating hours, starts, and
anti-recycle timer status. Status Messages for manual override, unit switch off,
compressor run, run permissive, remote controlled shut down, no cooling load,
daily/holiday shut down, anti-recycle timer.
E. Predictive Control Points: Unit controls shall avoid safety shutdown when
operating outside design conditions by optimizing the chiller controls and cooling
load output to stay online and avoid safety limits being reached. The system shall
monitor the following parameters and maintain the maximum cooling output
G. Unit Safeties: Shall be automatic reset and cause compressors to shut down if:
high or low ambient, low leaving chilled liquid temperature, under voltage, and
flow switch operation. Contractor shall provide flow switch and wiring per chiller
manufacturer requirements.
H. Manufacturer shall provide any controls not listed above, necessary for automatic
chiller operation. Mechanical Contractor shall provide field control wiring
necessary to interface sensors to the chiller control system.
A. Sound Reduction
2. Provide optional control input to limit sound output of the chiller based on
time of day. Shall be programmable at the chiller panel or controlled
remotely via signal (4-20mA or 0-10 VDC) from BAS system. Chillers
without this feature shall be provided with the necessary sound attenuation
to meet the scheduled sound performance data at all load points.
B. Power Supply/Connections:
D. Evaporator options:
E. Flow Switch (Field Mounted): Vapor proof SPDT, NEMA 3R switch 10.3 bar or
20.7 bar, -20°F to 250°F.
1. Neoprene Isolators.
2. 1 Inch Deflection Spring Isolators: Level adjustable, spring and cage type
isolators for mounting under the unit base rails.
3. 2 Inch Deflection Seismic Isolators: Level adjustable, restrained mounts in
rugged welded steel housing with vertical and horizontal limit stops.
Housings shall be designed to withstand a minimum 1.0g accelerated
force in all directions to 2” (50.8 mm).
I. Service Shut-Off Valve: Provide suction service shut-off valve for each compressor.
(Factory Mounted)
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
C. Components: Installing Contractor shall provide and install all auxiliary devices
and accessories for fully operational chiller.
D. Electrical: Coordinate electrical requirements and connections for all power feeds
with Electrical Contractor (Division 16).
F. Finish: Installing Contractor shall paint damaged and abraded factory finish with
touch-up paint matching factory finish.
END OF SECTION
AIR-HANDLING UNITS
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
1.2 REFERENCES
G. ASME International
H. ASTM International
J. NFPA
1.4 SUBMITTALS
B. NFPA Compliance: Comply with NFPA 90A for design, fabrication, and installation
of air-handling units and components.
C. ARI Certification: Air-handling units and their components shall be factory tested
according to ARI 430, "Central-Station Air-Handling Units," and shall be listed and
labeled by ARI.
1.6 COORDINATION
A. Coordinate sizes and locations of concrete bases with actual equipment provided.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
B. For coastal areas environmental protection, Condenser coils shall be of copper fins
and copper tubes.
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C. Casings: Component modules shall be 50 mm thick constructed of sectionalized, mill
galvanized steel formed double skin insulated panels, rigidly reinforced with external
structural steel frame. Provide hinged access doors with neoprene type door gasket
for access to sections and components requiring servicing. All units installed
externally shall have close cell self-adhesive neoprene foamed gasket joints k value
of 0.4 W/mo K between panels. Externally mounted units shall have a pitched roof
with extra anticorrosive paint and self-adhesive protection foil.
D. Insulation: Coil, fan and accessory section panels shall be secured to casing with
permanent fasteners and shall meet NFPA 90A flame spread and smoke generation
requirements. All units shall be double skinned construction with 50 mm thick
thermal and acoustic insulation injected polyurethane having thermal coefficient of
0.5 W/mo K.
E. Condensate Drain Pans: Shall be stainless steel double wall construction with
threaded drain connections on both sides and shall extend under the complete coil
section of units. Condensate drain pans shall be insulated with minimum 16 mm
thick isocyanurate foam faced with an additional aluminum foil vapor barrier and
cemented between the outer pan and the inner stainless steel pan. Insulation
adhesive and inner coating shall comply with NFPA 90A flame spread and smoke
generation requirements.
F. Fan Sections: Fan sections shall be constructed of galvanized steel and have a
formed channel base for integral mounting of fan, motor and casing panels. Fan
scroll, wheel, shaft and bearings shall be mounted on structural steel frame rigidly
secured to the channel base. Fans shall be double width, double inlet type with
forward curved blades or backward curved airfoil section blades as indicated on the
schedule. Forward curved wheels shall be bonderized steel painted with baked
enamel or galvanized steel. Airfoil wheels shall be steel painted with zinc chromate
primer and an enamel finish coat. Externally mounted AHU's shall have backward
inclined or airfoil wheels.
Motor shall be factory installed on slide rails. Motors shall be totally enclosed fan
cooled (TEFC) with Class F insulation.
Fan shafts shall be solid steel, turned, ground and polished. Fan wheels shall be
keyed to the shaft and shall be designed for continuous operation at the maximum
rated fan speed and motor horsepower. Fan wheels and shafts shall be selected to
operate at least 25% below the first critical speed, and shall be statically and
dynamically balanced as an assembly. Fan bearings shall be self-aligning, pillow
block regreaseable ball type selected for an average life of 200,000 hours at design
operation conditions, per ANSI B 3.15.
Vibration isolation of the entire fan, motor and drive assembly shall be by use of 50
mm deflection springs, internally mounted at the factory, together with fan discharge
flexible connection and thrust restraint springs.
Fan motors shall be factory mounted inside the fan section casing, on slide rails
having 2 adjusting screws. Motor capacity shall be as indicated. Fan drives shall be
factory mounted with final alignment and belt adjustment to be made by the
Contractor after installation.
Motor s upto 7.5 kW shall be provided with direct online power and all motors of 11.2
kW and above shall be provided with soft motor starter.
15725-5 Air Handling Unit
Fan discharge dampers, with forward curved fans, shall be provided where required.
Dampers shall have opposed action damper blades, formed at the edges and
mechanically secured to steel rods rotating in bronze bushings, mounted on a rigid,
flanged, galvanized steel frame.
G. Coil Sections: Coil sections shall have heavy-duty coil tracks extending the full width
of the unit to provide slip-in, slip-out coils for ease of service and maintenance. All
coils shall be of the cartridge type, removable from coil connection side of casing.
They shall be tested at 400 psig air pressure while submerged in water. Coil
performance shall be certified in accordance with ARI 410 or EUROVENT.
Chilled water coils shall be aluminum plate fins with belled collars and bonded to
copper tubes by mechanical expansion. The fins for AHU shall have baked phenolic
or equivalent coating after production. Coils shall have galvanized steel casings and
steel headers with threaded connections. Working pressure shall be 20 bar (300
psig) at 93° C (200° F). Coils shall be drainable and shall have non-trapping circuits.
No turbulence promoting devices will be permitted inside the tubes. Headers shall
have drain and vent connections. Coils for 100% fresh air units shall be constructed
of copper tubes with copper fins.
An integral control box shall be furnished by the manufacturer and shall contain
thermal cutouts, primary and secondary control, back-up contactors, sub-circuit
fusing, airflow switch and fused control transformer.
Where coils are stacked, provide intermediate drain pans with drain tubes at either
end to drain condensate to the main drain pan without flooding the lower coil. Water
traps to be designed to prevent water and odors’ ingress to the air handling units’
negative pressure section.
Electric heating coils, where required, shall be open wire type, 80% nickel, 20%
chromium resistance coils, insulated by floating ceramic bushings and supported in
galvanized steel frame. Bushings shall be recessed into embossed openings and
stacked into supporting brackets spaced on not more than 100 mm centers. Thermal
cutouts for primary and secondary over temperature protection shall be provided to
meet UL, NEC or IEC requirements.
H. Filter Sections: Filter sections shall be supplied by the AHU unit manufacturer, with
the same casing construction as specified for other unit sections. Cartridge filter
sections for installation of fan inlet shall be capable of accepting standard 50 mm
thick cleanable prefilters and a combination of 300 mm x 600 mm and 600 mm x 600
mm cartridge filters and with minimum 85% efficiency (ASHRAE Standards 52-76).
Cartridge filter sections shall have hinged access doors on both sides for filter
replacement. Low velocity filter sections shall be capable of receiving 50 mm thick
filters of standard sizes arranged in horizontal V formation. Hinged access doors
shall be provided on both sides.
I. Mixing Boxes: Shall have motorized parallel blade, interconnected outside air and return air
dampers. Damper blades shall have parallel bends for stiffness and shall be welded
to 13 mm diameter steel rods rotating in nylon bushings and mounted in rigid
galvanized steel damper frames. Dampers shall be sectionalized to limit the blade
length to not more than 1270 mm in order to prevent excess blade warping and to
assure tight closure. All units installed externally shall have fresh air intake with rain
hood and filters.
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J. Humidifier–Evaporative Sections: Humidifier section shall be supplied by the AHU
unit manufacturer with the same casing construction as specified for other unit
sections. It shall consist of an unheated fill of corrugated glass fibre for 90% efficient.
A corrosion resistant water distribution system complete with pump shall be included.
The water tank shall be stainless steel sloping to simplify cleaning and avoid
standing water during shut-off periods. The water bleed-off system shall be to
minimize water consumption and mineral salt deposits by the sensors. The
humidifier shall be equipped with a droplet eliminator to prevent water carry over.
The control of humidification and or cooling shall be through on/off control of pump
achieved by humidity and temperature controller. All necessary contracts for control
purposes shall be provided in the panel by the manufacturer of AHU.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Examine areas and conditions, with Installer present, for compliance with
requirements for installation tolerances and other conditions affecting performance of
the Work.
B. Examine casing insulation materials and filter media before air-handling unit
installation. Reject insulation materials and filter media that are wet, moisture
damaged, or mold damaged.
C. Examine roughing-in for steam, hydronic, and condensate drainage piping systems
and electrical services to verify actual locations of connections before installation.
D. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
3.2 INSTALLATION
B. Arrange installation of units to provide access space around air-handling units for
service and maintenance.
3.3 CONNECTIONS
1. Leak Test: After installation, fill water and steam coils with water, and test
coils and connections for leaks.
2. Charge refrigerant coils with refrigerant and test for leaks.
1. Energize motor; verify proper operation of motor, drive system, and fan
wheel. Adjust fan to indicated rpm
2. Measure and record motor electrical values for voltage and amperage.
3. Manually operate dampers from fully closed to fully open position and record
fan performance.
3.6 ADJUSTING
A. Adjust damper linkages for proper damper operation. Comply with requirements in
Division 15 Section "Testing, Adjusting and Balancing " for air-handling system
testing, adjusting, and balancing.
3.7 CLEANING
A. After completing system installation and testing, adjusting, and balancing air-
handling unit and air-distribution systems and after completing startup service, clean
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air-handling units internally to remove foreign material and construction dirt and dust.
Clean fan wheels, cabinets, dampers, coils, and filter housings, and install new,
clean filters.
END OF SECTION
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
1.2 REFERENCES
C. ASME International
D. ASTM International
1.3 DEFINITIONS
C. Samples for Initial Selection: For units with factory-applied color finishes.
A. Coordination Drawings: Floor plans, reflected ceiling plans, and other details,
drawn to scale, on which the following items are shown and coordinated with each
other, based on input from installers of the items involved:
a. Lighting fixtures.
b. Air outlets and inlets.
c. Speakers.
d. Sprinklers.
e. Access panels.
a. The term "withstand" means "the unit will remain in place without
separation of any parts from the device when subjected to the
seismic forces specified and the unit will be fully operational after
the seismic event."
1.7 COORDINATION
1.8 WARRANTY
a. Compressor failure.
b. Condenser coil leak.
A. Unit shall deliver published cooling capacities when tested in accordance with
current ARI Standard 441 or EUROVENT. Unit, options and accessories shall be
wired and assembled in accordance with NEC. Unit without options and accessories
shall be UL listed or as per EUROVENT standards.
C. Basic Unit shall be complete with water coil, one or more centrifugal fans with PSC
motors, 3-speed switch, condensate drain pan and 18-gage galvanize steel casing.
The cabinet shall be acoustically and thermally insulated with 12 mm thick glass fiber
insulation meeting NFPA-90A requirements. Capacity shall be as shown on
drawings.
D. Furred-in Plenum Units shall have a 62 mm return air duct collar at the bottom of the
plenum that permits removal of optional filter without removing any panels.
Removable rear panels shall provide access to the motor blower assembly, valves
and piping.
E. Units for exposed installation shall include hinged bar type return air grille on the rear
of unit with cleanable filter and integral double deflection supply grille.
G. Fan Motors shall be 3-speed, permanent split capacitor type with built-in thermal
overload protection. Fans shall be centrifugal, forward curved type and shall be both
statically and dynamically balanced. Fan wheels and housings shall be of coated
steel.
H. Junction Box shall be factory installed and wired to fan motor and optional electric
valves, electric heater and aquastats.
I. Drain Pan shall be of 18 gage galvanized steel, pitched for positive drainage when
until is level. Interior and exterior surfaces shall be insulated with fire-retardant,
closed cell foam. Drain connection shall be 21.8 mm OD male sweat fitting.
K. Valves: Motorized valve package, including 2-way modulating motorized valve, one
balancing valve and two gate valves; connecting piping made with copper tube;
electric cables of valve motor. Valve packages are to be provided with factory
installed unions. All units should have 3/4 inch valve packages for flow rates above
5 gpm and 1/2 inch packages for flow rates up to 5 gpm. All units to be provided
with driplips beneath the valve packages.
L. Electric heating coils, shall be open wire type, 80% nickel, 20% chromium resistance
coils, insulated by floating ceramic bushings and supported in galvanized steel
An integral control box shall be furnished by the manufacturer and shall contain
thermal cutouts, primary and secondary control, back-up contactors, sub-circuit
fusing, airflow switch and fused control transformer.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Examine areas to receive fan-coil units for compliance with requirements for
installation tolerances and other conditions affecting performance.
B. Examine roughing-in for piping and electrical connections to verify actual locations
before fan-coil-unit installation.
C. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
3.2 INSTALLATION
E. Install new filters in each fan-coil unit within two weeks after Substantial
Completion.
3.3 CONNECTIONS
B. Connect supply and return ducts to fan-coil units with flexible duct connectors
specified in Division 15 Section "HVAC Ductworks." Comply with safety
requirements in UL 1995 for duct connections.
15763-5 Fan Coil Units
C. Ground equipment according to Division 16 Section "Grounding"
D. Connect wiring according to Division 16 Section "Low Voltage Cables and Wires."
B. Perform the following field tests and inspections and prepare test reports:
1. Operational Test: After electrical circuitry has been energized, start units
to confirm proper motor rotation and unit operation.
2. Test and adjust controls and safety devices. Replace damaged and
malfunctioning controls and equipment.
3.5 ADJUSTING
3.6 DEMONSTRATION
END OF SECTION
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.2 REFERENCES
UL-883 Safety Standards for Fan Coil Units and Room Fan
Heaters Units.
H. EUROVENT
D. Operation and Maintenance Data: Submit maintenance data and parts list
for each unit, control, and accessory, including Trouble-Shooting
maintenance guide, servicing guide, and preventive maintenance schedule
and procedures.
F. Spare Parts List: Submit the manufacturer's spare parts list for the air-
conditioning equipment for a period of 2 years for the Engineer's review and
approval.
B. Testing: System testing and the submittal of reports shall comply with the
applicable ASHRAE Standards.
A. The entire system shall be warranted for 1 year from substantial completion.
Refrigeration compressors shall have an additional 3 year warranty starting
from the date of final acceptance by the Owner. Date of final acceptance is
defined as date of final payment to Contractor.
A. Prior to final inspection, operate systems continuously free and stable for a
minimum of 14 consecutive days. Each day shall be a minimum of an 8-
hour day. Should a problem arise, the 14-day period shall be restarted and
repeated until successfully operated for 14 days.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 GENERAL
E. Specialties:
1. Liquid and Moisture Indicators: Single port type; forged brass body;
reversible color moisture indicator; minimum 3.4 MPa working
pressure; leakproof; solder connections; self-cleaning molded sight
glass with brass safety cap; UL labeled.
A. Air conditioning system shall consist of a remote air cooled condensing unit
and an indoor fan coil unit.
B. Air cooled condensing unit and the matched indoor fan coil unit shall
conform to the requirements of ARI 210.
F. Direct expansion type indoor fan coil units with remote thermostat and
switches shall include evaporator coils, expansion device, heat pump,
centrifugal fans, motors and controls, air filters, and condensate pans and
drains. Each unit shall be provided with a factory operating charge of
refrigerant and oil or holding charge. Refrigerant shall be R-22 type.
I. Mini-split unites shall be cooling/heat pump type. for heat pump type provide
reversing valve, suction line accumulator, discharge muffler, flow control
check valve and solid-state defrost control utilizing thermisters.
B. Ducted Type Fan Coil Units: Units shall be of the type, size, and capacity as
indicated on the drawings. Furnish fan coil unit with filter section, cooling and
heating coil section and fan section. Location shall be as indicated on
mechanical drawings. The unit shall be certified in accordance with the ARI
Standards.
C. DX Ducted -split unites shall be cooling/heat pump type. for heat pump type
provide reversing valve, suction line accumulator, discharge muffler, flow
control check valve and solid-state defrost control utilizing thermisters.
B. Ducted Type Air Handling Units: Units shall be of the type, size, and
capacity as indicated on the drawings. Furnish air handling unit with filter
section, cooling and heating coil section and fan section. Location shall be
as indicated on mechanical drawings. The unit shall be certified in
accordance with the ARI Standards.
B. Unit Cabinet:
C. Fans:
E. Coils:
F. Refrigerant Components:
2. Refrigerant strainer.
G. Filter Section:
4. Filter face velocity shall not exceed 320 fpm at nominal airflows.
I. Operating Characteristics:
J. Electrical Requirements: All unit power wring shall enter unit cabinet at a
single factory-predrilled location.
K. Motors:
L. Special Features:
Heat pipes for energy recovery shall comprise a supply fin block coupled
directly to an extract fin block. In order to optimize the performance of the
heat pipe, supply and extract airflows shall be arranged to be in counter
flow as they pass through the heat pipe section. The heat pipe shall be
suitable for either side by side mounting between the two adjacent ducts
There shall be a multitude of loops in the height/width of the heat pipe and
each loop shall be individually charged. Heat pipes with header
assemblies containing a single circuit are not suitable as a single leak will
render the entire heat pipe inoperative.
When multiple row heat pipes are used tubes in different rows shall not be
connected together, this will ensure correct counter flow between the
airstreams and optimize the performance of the heat pipe. Rows shall not
be manifolded together.
I. Installation
2. For AHU mounting, the heat pipe shall be designed to fit within the
supply and extract sections with flanges on the centre dividing plate
sized to match the thickness of the panels separating the two decks.
The heat pipe shall be sized to maximize the available finned
surface area when fitted in the AHU. Once installed within the AHU
the heat pipe shall be blanked-off to ensure that there is no air
bypass around the fin blocks of either the supply or extract section.
J. Independent Test Report: The heat pipe should have a third party
independent test report conducted by a certified laboratory.
2.8 HUMIDIFIER:
D. The system shall include one steam distributor pipe for each steam
generating cylinder for mounting in the duct as shown on the plans. Steam
distributing pipe(s) shall be of corrosion resistant design and be designed to
provide uniform distribution over the entire pipe length. Supply and install
remote (or humidifier mounted) fan distribution units to discharge steam
directly into the conditioned area. Provide following components:
1. Fan motor.
2. Transformer for required voltage to operate fan motor.
3. Pressure differential type air flow switch.
4. Integral on-off control humidistat.
5. Integral proportional control humidistat.
The system shall include flexible hose to connect the steam cylinder(s) to
the stream distributor pipe(s). A separate condensate return line shall return
condensate to the humidifier for reuse to minimize energy consumption.
E. The humidifier(s) shall incorporate a 1" air gap on the fill water line to
prevent backflow. An air gap fitting shall also be provided on the drain line to
isolate the unit from any backflow in external drain pipes.
The fill water line shall include a strainer to remove sediment from incoming
water and a flow regulating control to automatically compensate for water
pressures from 20 - 120 psi.
I. The humidifier(s) shall include a high water sensor to prevent overfilling and
loss of water. Abnormal light shall signal if high water level reduces output to
less than 50% of the desired level. The fill solenoid valve shall open
whenever the drain solenoid valve is activated to prevent discharge of
boiling water into drainage system. Abnormal light shall indicate that switch
is in drain position.
A. Sand trap louvers shall separate sand from intake air. Louvers shall be
vertical fixed blade type with blades arranged to provide tortuous air flow
path and thus trap sand.
B. Louver shall have self emptying drain holes. Louvers shall be constructed of
aluminum to ASTM B209 and ANSI.1. Blades shall be 1.6 mm thick and
casing 2.0 mm thick. Maximum louver face velocity shall be 1.2 M/s and
maximum pressure drop 50 Pa.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
Equipment bases shall be leveled, using jacks or steel wedges and neatly
grouted-in using a non-shrinking type of grouting mortar. Keep equipment
thoroughly clean and free from all debris with all oil, dirt and paint spots
removed until final acceptance.
C. Tests:
END OF SECTION
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. The Work shall consist of furnishing and installation of direct expansion coil (DX)
based Computer Room Air Conditioning (CRAC) Units as shown on the drawings
and as specified herein.
B. The unit shall be specifically designed for use in enclosed spaces where the
cooling capacity and its continuity are vitally important to the correct functioning of
the electronic equipment contained in that space. The manufacturer shall design
and furnish all equipment to be fully compatible with heat dissipation requirements
of the room.
1.3 SUBMITTALS
A. Submittals shall be provided with the proposal and shall include: Single-Line
Diagrams; Dimensional, declaration of conformity, technical manuals, any test
certificates, Electrical, and Capacity Data; Piping and Electrical Connection
Drawings.
PART 2 - PRODUCT
A. The structure shall be made of hot-galvanised sheet metal and the frame made of
aluminium profiles painted. The cover panels and access doors shall be made of
hot-galvanised steel sheet metal, covered in a PVC film in color. The doors shall
be fastened to the structure with hinges and safety access keys and the panels
shall be closed with quick-thread screws. The doors, profiles and panels shall
have a thermal acoustic insulation system consisting of 25 mm-thick, high density,
self-extinguishing class 1 fire-resistance polyurethane sheets, protected by a
plastic friction-proof superficial film that allows for a reduction of about 2 dB (A) of
the LPS of machines with upflow discharge and about 4 dB (A) of the LPS of
machines with downflow discharge. The front panels shall have a front air inlet
B. The precision unit shall be suitable for Data Computer rooms and Data Centers and
to be installed indoors
C. Up flow Air Discharge (Where required): The air shall enters through channels
and diffusers into the occupied area. The fan of the air conditioning unit to have a
greater pressure. The air intake shall be direct and shall draw in the air from the
front grille or the lower part.
D. Down flow Air Discharge (Where required): The air shall be emitted through floor
grilles or perforated tiles. The air return shall be direct, with no channelling and air
conditioning units shall draw in the air from upper part.
2. Constant air flow regardless of the load loss of the filter: An internal probe
pilots the microprocessor control system of the machine to vary the air
flow treated by the fan according to the degree of clogging of the filters.
This ensures that no insufficient cooling will occur due to a reduced air
flow, which in turn is due to clogged filters.
A. Direct expansion coil shall be with copper pipes in aluminium cooling fins that
swirl the air with one or two separate cooling circuits; one or two scroll
compressors fixed to the machine frame with rubber anti-vibration supports; one
or two thermostatic expansion valves with an equaliser; one or two drier filters
with a liquid inspection LED; one or two liquid receivers; thermal-insulated copper
discharge and suction pipes of suitable thickness; pressurisation nitrogen charge
and antifreeze lubrication oil charge. Refrigerant shall be R-410a. The cooling
circuit shall be also equipped with all the necessary adjustment and protection
devices such as high pressure switches (manual reset) and low pressure switches
(automatic reset), thermal protection of the power supply of the compressors and
if necessary, a casing oil heater.
2.5 HUMIDIFIER
A. Humidifier shall be factory installed inside the unit. Bypass air slots shall be
included to enable moisture to be absorbed in the air stream.
B. Infrared Humidifier: the humidifier shall be of the infrared type consisting of high
intensity quartz lamps mounted above and out of the water supply. The humidifier
pan shall be stainless steel and arranged to be removable without disconnecting
high voltage electrical connections. The complete humidifier section shall be pre-
piped ready for field connection to water supply. The humidifier shall be equipped
with automatic water supply system adjustable water-overfeed to prevent mineral
precipitation. A high water detector shall shutdown the humidifier to prevent
overflowing. A factory provided air gap shall prevent backflow of the humidifier
supply water.
A. The unit control shall be factory-set for Intelligent Control which uses “fuzzy logic”
and “expert systems” methods. Proportional and Tunable PID shall also be user
selectable options. Internal unit component control shall include the following:
B. System Auto Restart - The auto restart feature will automatically restart the
system after a power failure. Time delay is programmable.
D. Hot Water Flush Cycles - Hot water reheat coils and Econ-O-Coils shall be
provided where required to periodically flush to prevent a buildup of contaminants.
E. Predictive Humidity Control - calculates the moisture content in the room and
prevents unnecessary humidification and dehumidification cycles by responding to
changes in dew point temperature.
F. The control shall be compatible with remote monitoring and control devices. The
control shall be suitable for BMS interface via MODbus, Jbus, BACNet, Profibus
and SNMP.
G. The control processor shall be microprocessor based with a 128x64 dot matrix
graphic front monitor display and control keys for user inputs mounted in an
ergonomic, aesthetically pleasing housing. The display & housing shall be
viewable while the unit panels are open or closed. The controls shall be menu
driven. The display shall be organized into three main sections: User Menus,
Service Menus and Advanced Menus. The system shall display user menus for:
active alarms, event log, graphic data, unit view/status overview (including the
monitoring of room conditions, operational status in % of each function, date and
time), total run hours, various sensors, display setup and service contacts. A
password shall be required to make system changes within the service menus.
Service menus shall include: setpoints, standby settings (lead/lag), timers/sleep
mode, alarm setup, sensor calibration, maintenance/wellness settings, options
setup, system/network setup, auxiliary boards and diagnostics/service mode. A
password shall be required to access the advanced menus which include the
factory settings and password menus.
1. Active Alarms: Unit memory shall hold the 200 most recent alarms with
time and date stamp for each alarm.
2. Event Log: Unit memory shall hold the 400 most recent events with id
number, time and date stamp for each event.
3. Graphic Data View: Eight graphic records shall be available: return air
temperature, return air humidity, supply air temperature, outdoor
temperature and four custom graphs.
4. Unit View: Status Overview: Simple or Graphical “Unit View” summary
displays shall include temperature and humidity values, active functions
(and percent of operation) and any alarms of the host unit.
5. Total Run Hours: Menu shall display accumulative component operating
hours for major components including fan motor, humidifier and reheat.
6. Various Sensors: Menu shall allow setup and display of optional custom
sensors. The control shall include four customer accessible analog inputs
for sensors provided by others. The analog inputs shall accept a 4 to
20mA signal. The user shall be able to change the input to 0 to 5VDC or 0
to 10VDC if desired. The gains for each analog input shall be
programmable from the front display. The analog inputs shall be able to be
monitored from the front display.
J. Advanced Menus
A. Disconnect Switch: The manual disconnect switch shall be mounted in the high
voltage section of the electrical panel. The switch shall be accessible from the
outside of the unit with the door closed, and prevent access to the high voltage
electrical components until switched to the “OFF” position.
B. High Temp Stat: The high temp stat shall immediately shut down the unit when
activated. The high temp stat shall be mounted in the electrical panel with the
sensing element in the return air.
C. Provide 120 solid state water sensors under the raised floor.
E. Smoke Sensor: The smoke sensor shall immediately shut down the unit and
activate the alarm system when activated. The smoke sensor shall be mounted in
the electrical panel with the sensing element in the return air compartment.
F. Provide a monitor system with the capability to monitor and change (at the user
direction) the temperature setpoints and sensitivities of each unit. The printer shall
provide the user with chronological alarm information. It shall also be capable of
being programmed to print out environmental conditions or operating modes at
each unit.
H. Protected Line And Cea Air Condenser Regulator: Consisting of an electrical line
protected from overload and short-circuits and a single-phase speed control, with
phase chopping regulation for air condenser fan regulation to check constant
condensate temperature.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
B. Unit Testing: The units must be provided after having been tested by the
manufacturer. The testing procedure must include a leak test, all-vacuum and
pressurisation of the cooling circuit, an electrical test in accordance with the
applicable regulation and a functional unit test with settings being implemented on
the microprocessor, all the components installed and any accessories supplied.
END OF SECTION
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
B. The manufacturer shall design and furnish all equipment to be fully compatible
with heat dissipation requirements of the room.
1.3 SUBMITTALS
A. Submittals shall be provided with the proposal and shall include: Single-Line
Diagrams; Dimensional, Electrical, and Capacity Data; Piping and Electrical
Connection Drawings.
PART 2 - PRODUCT
A. The frame shall be constructed of heliarc welded tubular steel. It shall be painted
using the autophoretic coating process for maximum corrosion protection. The
exterior panels shall be insulated with a minimum 25.4mm, 0.68 kg density fiber
insulation. The main front panel shall have captive 1/4 turn fasteners. Color shall
be as selected by Engineer.
A. The filter chambers shall be an integral part of the system, located within the
cabinet serviceable from either end of the unit. The filters efficiency shall be
based on ASHRAE 52.1.
A. The fan shall be the centrifugal type, double width double inlet, and shall be
factory-balanced as a completed assembly. The shaft shall be heavy duty steel
with self-aligning ball bearings with a minimum life span of 100,000 hours. The
fan motor power shall be as indicated in the drawings at 1750 RPM at 60 Hz and
mounted on an adjustable slide base. The drive package shall be two-belt,
variable speed, sized for 200% of the fan motor horsepower. The fans shall be
located to draw air over the A-frame coil to ensure even air distribution and
maximum coil performance.
A. The fan shall be the plug/plenum type, single inlet and shall be dynamically
balanced. The fan motor shall be 4.2 hp, 1520 rpm maximum operating speed.
The drive package shall be direct drive Electronically Commutated, variable
speed. The fans shall be located to draw air over the A-frame coil to ensure even
air distribution and maximum coil performance.
A. The unit controller shall be factory-set for Intelligent Control which uses “fuzzy
logic” and “expert systems” methods. Proportional and Tunable PID shall also be
user selectable options. Internal unit component control shall include the
following:
B. System Auto Restart - The auto restart feature will automatically restart the
system after a power failure. Time delay is programmable.
C. Sequential Load Activation - On initial startup or restart after power failure, each
operational load is sequenced with a minimum of one second delay to minimize
total inrush current.
D. Hot Water Flush Cycles - Hot water reheat coils and Econ-O-Coils or equal are
periodically flushed to prevent a buildup of contaminants.
E. Predictive Humidity Control - calculates the moisture content in the room and
prevents unnecessary humidification and dehumidification cycles by responding
to changes in dew point temperature.
F. The controller shall be compatible with remote monitoring and control devices.
Options are available for BMS interface via MODbus, Jbus, BACNet, Profibus
and SNMP.
G. The control processor shall be microprocessor based with a 128x64 dot matrix
graphic front monitor display and control keys for user inputs mounted in an
ergonomic, aesthetically pleasing housing. The display & housing shall be
viewable while the unit panels are open or closed. The controls shall be menu
driven. The display shall be organized into three main sections: User Menus,
Service Menus and Advanced Menus. The system shall display user menus for:
active alarms, event log, graphic data, unit view/status overview (including the
monitoring of room conditions, operational status in % of each function, date and
time), total run hours, various sensors, display setup and service contacts. A
password shall be required to make system changes within the service menus.
Service menus shall include: setpoints, standby settings (lead/lag), timers/sleep
mode, alarm setup, sensor calibration, maintenance/wellness settings, options
setup, system/network setup, auxiliary boards and diagnostics/service mode. A
password shall be required to access the advanced menus which include the
factory settings and password menus.
1. Active Alarms: Unit memory shall hold the 200 most recent alarms with
time and date stamp for each alarm.
2. Event Log: Unit memory shall hold the 400 most recent events with id
number, time and date stamp for each event.
6. Various Sensors: Menu shall allow setup and display of optional custom
sensors. The control shall include four customer accessible analog inputs
for sensors provided by others. The analog inputs shall accept a 4 to
20mA signal. The user shall be able to change the input to 0 to 5VDC or
0 to 10VDC if desired. The gains for each analog input shall be
programmable from the front display. The analog inputs shall be able to
be monitored from the front display.
* The microprocessor may be set within these ranges, however, the unit
may not be able to control to extreme combinations of temperature and
humidity.
4. Alarm Setup: Menu shall allow customer settings for alarm notification
(audible/local/remote). The following alarms shall be available:
a. High Temperature
b. Low Temperature
c. High Humidity
d. Low Humidity
f. Humidifier Problem
g. Change Filter
h. Fan Failure
i. Unit Off
5. Audible Alarm: The audible alarm shall annunciate any alarm that is
enabled by the operator.
10. Options Setup: Menu shall provide operation settings for the installed
components.
13. Auxiliary Boards: Menu shall allow setup of optional expansion boards.
J. Advanced Menus
A. The unit control with large graphic display shall include all of the features as the
with small graphic display, except that it includes a larger graphical display and
shall include the additional features of:
The control processor shall be microprocessor based with a 320x240 dot matrix
graphic front monitor display panel and control keys for user inputs mounted in
an ergonomic, aesthetically pleasing housing.
C. Spare Parts List: Menu shall include a list of critical spare parts, their quantity
and part numbers.
D. Unit Diary: Menu shall include a free field area within the unit memory where unit
history may be stored for reference.
The Large Graphic Display Kit shall include an ergonomic, aesthetically pleasing
housing, a 320x240 dot matrix graphic display and a 120V power supply. The Wall
Mount Large Graphic Display shall be used to allow remote location of a “System View”
display and all features of the Large Graphic User, Service and Advanced menus for
use with controlled products connected for Unit-to-Unit (U2U) communications.
A. Control
The control system shall allow programming of the following room conditions:
All setpoints shall be adjustable from the individual unit front monitor panel.
Temperature and humidity sensors shall be capable of being calibrated using the
front monitor panel controls to coordinate with other temperature and humidity
sensors in the room.
1. System Auto-Restart
The Control shall provide a front monitor LCD, backlit display panel with 4
rows of 20 characters with adjustable contrast. This display (along with
nine front-mounted control keys) shall be the only operator interface
required to obtain all available system information such as room
conditions, operational status, alarms, control and alarm setpoints and all
user selections including alarm delays, sensor calibration, DIP switch
selections and diagnostics. All indicators shall be in language form. No
symbols or codes shall be acceptable.
4. Alarms
1) High Temperature
2) Low Temperature
3) High Humidity
4) Low Humidity
6) Change Filters
8) Loss of Power
2) Smoke Detected
4) Standby Unit On
5. Audible Alarm
The audible alarm shall annunciate any alarm that is enabled by the
operator.
6. Common Alarm
7. Remote Monitoring
All alarms shall be communicated to the site monitoring system with the
following information: date and time of occurrence, unit number and
current temperature and humidity.
8. Diagnostics
The control system and electronic circuitry shall be provided with self-
diagnostics to aid in troubleshooting. The microcontroller board shall be
diagnosed and reported as pass/not pass. Control inputs shall be
indicated as on or off at the front monitor panel. Control outputs shall be
able to be turned On or Off from the front monitor panel without using
jumpers or a service terminal.
9. Data Collection
10. Communication
A. The water circuit shall include 2-way modulating valve. The Control positions the
valve in response to room conditions. Cooling capacity will be controlled by
bypassing chilled water around the coil.
A. The chilled water circuit shall include a 2-way high pressure modulating valve.
The valve shall be designed for up to 2758 kPa water pressure.
A. The cooling coil shall be of A-frame design with a minimum of 6 rows deep.
D. The water circuit shall be designed to distribute water into the entire coil face
area. The coil shall be supplied with 6.7 °C entering water temperature, with a
5.6 °C temperature rise. The coil shall require volume of liquid per time
(liters/seconds) of chilled water as indicated in drawings and the pressure drop
shall not exceed 72 kPa. The entire coil assembly shall be mounted in a
stainless steel condensate drain pan.
A. The flow switch shall activate the alarm system should the chilled water supply
be interrupted. The switch shall be factory mounted and wired.
A. A variable speed drive (VSD) is to reduce energy consumption. The fan motor
speed shall be varied from 100% to 60% of rated speed in response to room
conditions. This shall be controlled automatically by the Control. The variable
speed drive option shall be available with an infrared humidifier.
The computer room environmental control system shall be equipped with the following
supplemental components.
The manual disconnect switch shall be mounted in the high voltage section of
the electrical panel. The switch shall be accessible with the door closed.
The manual disconnect switch shall be mounted in the high voltage section of
the electrical panel. The switch shall be accessible from the outside of the unit
with the door closed, and prevent access to the high voltage electrical
components until switched to the “OFF” position.
The high temp stat shall immediately shut down the environmental control
system when activated. The high temp stat shall be mounted in the electrical
panel with the sensing element in the return air.
The condensate pump shall have a minimum capacity of 100 GPH at 20 ft. (378
l/hr at 6m) head. (Consult factory for 200V or 230V, 50 Hz applications.) It shall
be complete with integral float switch, pump and motor assembly, and reservoir.
Secondary float shall shut down unit if tripped.
Provide 120 solid state water sensors under the raised floor.
F. Floor Stand
The floor stand shall be constructed of a heliarc-welded, tubular steel frame. The
floor stand shall have adjustable legs with vibration isolation pads. The floor
stand shall be 1 meter high. As shown on drawings.
G. Smoke Sensor
The smoke sensor shall immediately shut down the environmental control
system and activate the alarm system when activated. The smoke sensor shall
be mounted in the electrical panel with the sensing element in the return air
compartment.
Provide a monitor system with the CW. The system shall have the capability to
monitor and change (at the user direction) the temperature setpoints and
sensitivities of each unit. The printer shall provide the user with chronological
alarm information. It shall also be capable of being programmed to print out
environmental conditions or operating modes at each unit.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
A. General
B. Electrical Wiring
Install and connect electrical devices furnished by manufacturer but not specified
to be factory mounted. Furnish copy of manufacturer’s electrical connection
diagram submittal to electrical contractor.
C. Piping Connections
END OF SECTION
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.2 REFERENCES
1.3 SUBMITTALS
E. Spare Parts List: Submit the manufacturer's spare parts list for ventilation
equipment for a period of 2 years for the Engineer's review and approval.
A. Motors and electrical accessories shall comply with the applicable NEMA
Standards.
1.6 WARRANTY
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 GENERAL:
A. The design, manufacture and installation of the ventilating fans shall meet
the requirements of AMCA 300, ASHRAE 51/210 or EUROVENT and shall
be listed and labeled by UL. Fans shall be licensed to bear AMCA Seal for
sound and air performance. Fans shall be provided with speed controller
(where required) to perform the duty as mentioned on schedules. The fans
shall be selected such that the sound levels within the area will not exceed
the specified levels. Each fan shall be equipped with disconnect switch,
backdraft damper (except for kitchen exhaust fans) and bird screen. Fans
shall be of sizes, types and capacities as shown on the drawings.
5. All fans shall bear the AMCA Certified Ratings Seal for sound and air
performance. Each fan shall bear a permanently affixed
manufacturer’s engraved metal nameplate containing the model
number and individual serial number for future identification. Ratings,
type and size of fans shall be as indicated on Drawings.
2. Motors shall be heavy duty ball bearing type, carefully matched to the
fan load, and furnished at the specified voltage, phase and enclosure.
Drive frame assembly shall be constructed of heavy gauge steel.
Motors and drives shall be mounted on vibration isolators, out of the
airstream. Fresh air for motor cooling shall be drawn into the motor
compartment through a tube free of discharge contaminants. Motors
and drives shall be readily accessible for maintenance.
1. Fans shall be belt driven, axial type hooded propeller roof fans.
The axial exhaust, supply and filtered supply fans shall bear the AMCA
Certified Ratings Seals for both sound and air performance. Fans shall
be of type and capacity as shown on the drawings.
2. Motors shall be of the heavy duty type with permanently sealed ball
bearings. The wheel shaft shall be ground and polished steel mounted
in permanently sealed pillow block bearings. Drives shall be sized for a
minimum of 150% of driven horsepower. Pulleys shall be of the
machined cast iron type, keyed and securely attached to the wheel
and motor shafts. The motor pulleys shall be adjustable for final
system balancing. All fans shall bear the AMCA Certified Ratings Seal
for air performance. Fans shall be or approved equal; type, size and
capacity as shown on the drawings.
1. Vane axial fans shall be direct driven with the motor located
downstream from the fan rotor for cooling. Fan blades and rotor shall
be heat treated cast aluminum alloy A356-T6 with all blade bases and
sockets precision machined. Fan rotor and hub shall be positively
secured to the motor shaft with a steel taper lock bushing keyed to the
motor shaft. Fan rotor shall be statically and dynamically balanced to
within 0.3 mils vibration dis-placement peak to peak as measured on
the fan housing. Fan housing shall be fabricated from heavy gauge
steel plate with prepunched flanges at both ends. A minimum of eight
heavy gauge straightening vanes shall be welded to fan housing,
downstream from the rotor. A steel motor support shall be
continuously welded inside the fan housing. Provide quantities and
sizes as shown on the drawings. Accessories shall include belt
guards, companion flanges and hinged access doors.
2. Motors shall be heavy duty ball bearing type, carefully matched to the
fan load, and furnished at the specified voltage, phase and enclosure.
Drive frame assembly shall be constructed of heavy gauge steel.
Motors and drives shall be mounted on vibration isolators, out of the
airstream. Fresh air for motor cooling shall be drawn into the motor
compartment through a ten square inch tube free of discharge
contaminants. Motors and drives shall be readily accessible for
maintenance.
5. All fans shall bear the AMCA Certified Ratings Seal for sound and air
performance. Each fan shall bear a permanently affixed
manufacturer’s engraved metal nameplate containing the model
number and individual serial number for future identification. Rating,
type and size of exhaust fans shall be as indicated on Drawings.
1. Supply exhaust, or return air fans shall be of the inline mixed flow
type.
5. Each assembled fan shall be test run at the factory at specified fan
RPM. The maximum allowable fan vibration shall be 0.15 in/sec.
peak velocity, filter-in for belt drive units with signatures taken on
each bearing in three planes; horizontal, vertical and axial.
Maximum vibration of 0.08 un/sec. peak velocity, filter-in, for direct
drive units in a single plane on the fan housing. This report shall be
provided at no charge to the customer upon request.
6. Inlet and outlet sound power levels shall be provided for each of the
eight octave bands at the point of operation. Fans shall be licensed
to bear the AMCA Seal for sound and air performance.
1. Sand trap louvers shall separate sand from intake air. Louvers
shall be vertical fixed blade type with blades arranged to provide
tortuous air flow path and thus trap sand.
5. Louvers shall have efficiency of 80% with coarse test dust (20 to
200 microns) and 50% efficiency with fine test dust (1 to 70
microns).
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
B. Access: Provide access and service space around and over fans as
indicated, but in no case less than that recommended by manufacturer.
A. Upon completion of installation of fans and after motors has been energized
with normal power source, test the equipment to demonstrate compliance
with the specified requirements.
END OF SECTION
HVAC DUCTWORK
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. The Work shall consist of furnishing and installation of all HVAC ductwork as
shown on the drawings and specified herein.
1.2 REFERENCES
NFPA 90B Standard for the Installation of Warm Air Heating and Air
Conditioning Systems
1.3 SUBMITTAL
B. Shop Drawings: Submit scaled layout drawings of metal ductwork and fittings
including, but not limited to, duct sizes, locations, elevations, and slopes of
horizontal runs, wall and floor penetrations, and connections. Show interface and
spatial relationship between ductwork and proximate equipment. Show
modifications of indicated requirements, made to conform to local shop practice,
and how those modifications ensure that free area, materials, and rigidity are not
reduced.
D. Maintenance Data: Submit maintenance data and parts lists for metal ductwork
materials and products.
A. Ductwork shall comply with the requirements of NFPA 90A; Standard for the
Installation of Air Conditioning and Ventilation System.
B. Comply with NFPA 96; Standard for the Installation of Equipments for the
Removal of Smoke and Grease-laden Vapors of Commercial Cooking
Equipment - Chapter 3; Duct System for kitchen hood duct systems.
D. Fabricator and Installer: Firm(s) with a minimum of five (5) years of successful
fabrication/installation experience on projects similar to that required for the
project.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
D. Single Wall Round Ducts: Single wall, spirally wounded, round ducts shall be
factory fabricated with fittings that are factory fitted with a sealing gasket. Spiral
ducts will seal the duct joints without the use of duct sealer and shall be installed
according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
1. All ducts shall be complete with factory installed fittings equipped with
double lipped, U-profile, EPDM rubber gaskets. Gaskets shall be
manufactured to gage and flexibility so as to insure that system will meet
all of the performance criteria set forth in the manufacturer’s literature.
Gaskets shall be classified by Underwriter’s Laboratories to conform to
ASTM E84 and NFPA 90A flame spread and smoke developed ratings of
25/50.
7. Exposed Ducts: All exposed to view ducts shall be cladded with minimum
0.6 mm thick stainless steel sheet, after insulation, conforming to ASTM A
240, type 304.
E. Double Wall Round Ducts: Double wall, spirally wounded, round ducts shall be
factory fabricated with fittings that are factory fitted with a double lipped rubber
gasket. Spiral ducts will seal the duct joints without the use of duct sealer and
shall be installed according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Double wall duct
and fittings shall consist of a solid galvanized sheet steel inner liner, 25 mm thick,
3
24 kg/m density layer of glass fiber insulation and a solid galvanized sheet steel
outer pressure shell. For 50 mm thick insulation, the outer pressure shell
diameter shall be 50mm larger than the inner liner.
2. All ducts shall be complete with factory installed fittings equipped with
double lipped, U-profile, EPDM rubber gaskets. Gaskets shall be
manufactured to gage and flexibility so as to insure that system will meet
all of the performance criteria set forth in the manufacturer’s literature.
Gaskets shall be classified by Underwriter’s Laboratories to conform to
ASTM E84 and NFPA 90A flame spread and smoke developed ratings of
25/50.
4. The radius of all 90°, 60° and 45° elbows shall be 1.5 times the elbow
diameter, unless otherwise noted on the contract documents to be 1.0
times the elbow diameter. The radius of all 15°and 30° elbows shall be
1.0 times the elbow diameter.
5. All fittings that are of either spot welded or button punched construction
shall be internally sealed, while fittings that are continuously seam
welded shall be without internal sealant. When contract documents
require divided flow fittings, full body fittings will be favored in lieu of
collar saddles. The use of collar saddles shall be minimized except for
F. Kitchen Hood Exhaust Ducts: Kitchen hood exhaust ducts and supports used for
smoke and vapor removal from cooking equipment, exposed to view, shall be
fabricated from minimum 18 gage thick stainless steel sheet conforming to ASTM
A 240, type 304, and the rest of the duct shall be fabricated of black sheet steel,
welded construction. Shop fabricate ductwork complying with SMACNA "HVAC
Duct Construction Standards", and NFPA 96 "Removal of Smoke and Grease-
Laden Vapors from Commercial Cooking Equipments".
B. Fittings: Provide radius type fittings fabricated of multiple sections with maximum
15o change of direction per section. Unless specifically detailed otherwise, use
o o o
45 laterals and 45 elbows for branch takeoff connections. Where 90 branches
are indicated, provide conical type tees.
F. Flexible Ducts: Either spiral-wound spring steel with flameproof vinyl sheathing,
or corrugated aluminum; complying with UL 181, Class 1, complete with
minimum 38 mm thick continuous flexible fiberglass sheath insulation, 16 kg/m³
density, and vapor barrier jacket.
2.3 DAMPERS:
B. Motorized Dampers: Provide dampers with parallel blades for 2-position control,
C. Fire Dampers: Fire Dampers: Provide fire dampers, of types and sizes as
indicated on Drawings where required. Construct casings of 20 gage galvanized
o
steel with bonded red acrylic enamel finish. Provide fusible link rated at 71-74 C
unless otherwise indicated. Provide damper with positive lock in closed position,
and with the following additional features:
D. Smoke Dampers: Smoke damper shall be designed for the smoke isolation of
sections of ducting in ventilation systems, basically consisting of a flanged
casing, shut off blades with overlapping interlocking joints. Blades are connected
by internal linkage for parallel action. External linkage parallel action also
available. Smoke dampers to be leakage tested as appropriate to the
requirements of UL555S.
A. Test Holes: Provide in ductwork at fan inlet and outlet, and elsewhere as
indicated, duct test holes, consisting of slot and cover, for instrument tests.
B. Quadrant Locks: Provide for each damper, quadrant lock device on one end of
shaft; and end bearing plate on other end for damper lengths over 300 mm.
Provide extended quadrant locks and end extended bearing plates for externally
insulated ductwork.
F. Box identification: Each airflow control box shall be clearly marked with an
identification label and airflow indicator. Identification label shall include such
information as unit nominal L/S, maximum factory-set L/S, minimum factory-set
L/S, and coil type and coil hand when supplied.
A. Ductwork shall be fabricated in factory qualified for the fabrication of ducts and
shall be subject to approval of the Engineer. Rectangular ducts shall be
fabricated in 1200, 2400, 3000, or 3600 mm lengths, unless otherwise indicated
or required to complete runs. Pre-assemble work in shop to greatest extent
possible, so as to minimize field assembly of systems. Disassemble systems
C. Fabricate duct fittings to match adjoining ducts, and to comply with duct
requirements as applicable to fittings. Except as otherwise indicated, fabricate
elbows with centerline radius equal to associated duct width; and fabricate to
include turning vanes in elbows where shorter radius is necessary. Limit angular
tapers to 30o for contracting tapers and 20o for expanding tapers.
E. Fabricate ductwork with duct liner in each section of duct where indicated.
Laminate liner to internal surfaces of duct in accordance with instructions by
manufacturers of lining and adhesive, and fasten with mechanical fasteners.
B. Submittal:
1. A schedule of all air inlets and outlets indicating location, types, specified
air quantity, neck or face velocity, sound power level values, and
maximum and minimum air quantity ranges.
4. The Contractor shall be responsible for diffusion, spread, drop and throw.
If, according to the certified data of manufacturer of the proposed units,
the sizes indicated on Drawings will not perform satisfactorily, units shall
be re-selected to perform quietly and effectively in accordance with
manufacturer's recommendation.
C. Diffusers shall distribute the specified quantity of air evenly over space intended,
without causing noticeable drafts, air movement in excess of 0.25 m/sec in
occupied zones, or dead spots anywhere in the conditioned area.
D. Ceiling diffusers shall be of the square, round, perforated and/or linear slot, bar
type as shown on the drawings. The type of ceiling construction where the
diffusers are to be installed shall determine the type of compatible diffuser rings
or frames to be provided. Diffusers shall be sized in accordance with the
recommendations of the manufacturer. Diffusers shall be equipped with baffles
or other devices required to provide air distribution pattern. Factory fabricated
turning vanes, furnished by the diffuser manufacturer, shall be provided at each
Diffuser shells, frames, perforated face plates, and all air volume controls and air
turning devices shall have baked-on flat enamel or equivalent finish. Color of
finish for shells and other component parts shall be gray or off-white. Color of
exposed frames and face plates shall be as approved by the Engineer.
G. Jet nozzle suitable for long throw distances with optimum acoustic properties. The
adjustment facility, manual or automatic via internal or externally mounted electric
actuation, allows variation in discharge angle to compensate for changing
temperature differences, adjustment angular range 30 degrees upward to 30
degrees downward.
Material for the discharge nozzle and face cover ring shall be aluminum, mounting
for the eyeball shall have 2 plastic rings color white, the connection element and
saddle connection shall be galvanized sheet steel. The surface shall be pre-
treated and powder coated in white or another color approved by the Engineer.
Types and sizes shall be as shown on drawings.
A. All outside air and recirculated air shall be filtered, except as noted. Filters shall
be underwriters' Laboratories, Inc. listed filters. Air flow shall not exceed rated
capacity at specified efficiency. Performance shall be tested and certified per
ASHRAE Standard 52-76.
B. Definitions:
D. Flat Panel Filters, Replaceable Type (F1): Pleated media shall be blend of
cotton and synthetic fibers, UL Class II. Casing shall be double wall, rigid
chipboard frame with expanded metal media support, cross braced on both
sides of filter. Thickness shall be as noted.
1. Filter frames shall be metal with holding latches. The filter shall have an
average atmospheric dust spot efficiency of not less than 25 to 30% when
tested in accordance with ASHRAE Test Standard 52-76. Initial resistance
at 2.7 m/s face velocity shall be maximum 50 kPa for 50 mm thick unit.
1. Side access housings (for low and medium efficiency filters): Filter
mounting section shall be fully factory assembled and dimensionally
compatible with factory fabricated air handling units, or as shown on plans.
G. Cartridge Filters (F3): Filter shall consist of water resistant media made from
ultra fine glass filters. Media shall be pleated and have crimped aluminum
separators to maintain uniform spacing. The pleated media pack shall be
inserted into galvanized steel cell sides with a 19mm galvanized sheet steel
header on the air entering side. The filters shall have crossed wire bracing on
air leaving side. . The filter shall have an average atmospheric dust spot
efficiency of not less than 80-85% when tested in accordance with ASHRAE
Test Standard 52-76. Filter shall be UL listed.
d. Secondary stage shall have slots manifolded and sized for proper
conveying velocity.
J. Self Cleaning Intake filter: Filter shall be small, compact and factory assembled
with an initial resistance of 300 Pa, average dust spot efficiency of 90 %. The
fibrous nature and density of media packs in conjunction of with the deep “V”
formation provides at least 20 dB acoustic attenuation eliminating intake silencer
requirements. Construction shall be as follows:
K. Filter gauges shall be differential pressure type and dial type with range and
minor divisions as noted under Installation.
L. Filter gauges shall be differential pressure type and dial type with built-in facility
for transmitting a warning signal to the BMS when filter resistance has reached
twice original value or that recommended by air filter manufacturer.
1. Before Filter.
2. After Filter.
3. Provide complete with static pressure taps and two way cocks to permit
calibration.
A. HEPA Filter: The HEPA filter shall have minimum efficiency of 99.97% in
removing small particles of sizes larger than 0.3 micrometer from air by
Underwriters Laboratories UL 586 – method of Dioctylphthlate (DOP) Penetration
Test. This makes use of a high efficiency glass paper medium and great surface
area of medium per cross-sectional area of the filter. It shall reach this rated
efficiency when the velocity of the gas passing through the media is 1.5 to 2.5 m/s.
Unless otherwise specified in the Particular Specification, a normal HEPA filter of
a size 600 mm square with 300 mm thickness, shall have a rated flow of 0.47 m³/s,
at a maximum pressure drop of 250 Pa, and about 23 m² of filtering media. The
filter shall operate to 600 Pa final resistance
Filter shall be constructed from a continuous sheet of the filter medium folded over
a separator of aluminium of other approved material to form closely spaced pleats,
the whole being sealed into a casing with hard setting synthetic resin cement. This
shall enable slower medium velocity and increased efficiency. The media of space
filter paper produced wholly from glass microfibers, shall be inert, non-
hygroscopic, vermin proof and shall not support bacteria growth. The filter media
shall be treated with organic binder materials to provide binder, fungicidal and
waterproofing properties.
3. Provide dry air filter gauge, with a 0-2” scale across filter. Gauge shall
have static pressure tips, vent valves, and tubing and shall be marked to
indicate need to change filter.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
Hold ducts close to walls, overhead construction, columns, and other structural
and permanent-enclosure elements of building. Limit clearance to 13 mm where
furring is shown for enclosure or concealment of ducts, but allow for insulation
thickness, if any. Where possible, locate insulated ductwork for 25 mm where
furring is shown for enclosure or concealment of ducts, but allow for insulation
thickness, if any. Where possible, locate insulated ductwork for 25 mm
clearance outside of insulation. Wherever possible in finished and occupied
spaces, conceal ductwork from view, by locating in mechanical shafts, hollow
wall construction or above suspended ceilings. Do not encase horizontal runs in
solid partitions, except as specifically shown. Coordinate layout with suspended
ceiling and lighting layouts and similar finished work.
E. Penetrations: Where ducts pass through interior partitions and exterior walls,
conceal space between construction opening and duct or duct insulation with
sheet metal flanges of same gage as duct. Overlap opening on 4 sides by at
least 38 mm. Fasten duct and substrate.
A. Maximum Length: For any duct run using flexible ductwork, do not exceed 1200
mm extended length.
B. Install turning vanes in square or rectangular 90o elbows in supply and exhaust
air systems, and elsewhere as indicated.
C. Install access doors to open against system air pressure, with latches operable
from either side, except outside only where duct is too small for person to enter.
A. Leakage Tests:
C. Adjusting: Adjust ductwork accessories for proper settings, install fusible links in
fire dampers and adjust for proper action.
END OF SECTION
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. This section covers the BMS for all building systems as indicated on drawings
and specified herein.
The BMS contractor is actually the system integrator of all building systems.
B. The system shall support natively the following protocols: BACnet, LON, XML,
SNMP, Modbus, HTML and OPC. Other open protocol like DALI, KNX shall be
supported via interfaces.
E. The BMS shall conduct all Functions as Noted on the Input/ Output Table
appended to this Volume as an “Appendix” and as Shown on Drawings.
F. The system shall include and incorporate the following building subsystems into
a single-seat, fully integrated automation system for the building:
The BMS contractor can bid and supply all the system or part of the systems.
Those shall be able to seamlessly integrate other Vendor system. All the
systems have been specified to be open system and (BACnet BTL Listed
system) (BTL means BACnet test laboratories). Contractor shall coordinate and
approve other vendor product to be integrated to the BMS.
Open systems like KNX, DALI, Modbus, M-bus shall have BTL certified gateway
or IP router. For system like fire alarm security, a BACnet gateway shall be
accepted without violation of the particular system code requirement.
G. Each of the above mentioned system shall be priced separately as guided by the
specification and Bill of Quantities
H. The integration of all the system is part of the scope of the BMS contractor.
11. Integrate all power equipment provided with electronic control and
metering units, these units have been specified to have BACnet or
MODBUS interface.
12. All functions as noted on the Input/ Output table appended to this volume
as an “Appendix” and as shown on drawings.
13. Power wiring to DDC devices, smoke control dampers and BMS panels.
Wiring shall be coordinated with the general building contractor under
BMS supervision.
B. All controller and component shall be native BACnet and shall have the BTL
marking and certification.
C. All points of user interface shall be on standard PCs that do not require the
purchase of any special software from the BMS manufacturer for use as a
building operations terminal. The primary point of interface on these PCs will be
a standard Web Browser.
A. Except as otherwise noted, the Building Management System shall consist of all
Ethernet Network Controllers, Standalone Digital Control Units, workstations,
software, sensors, transducers, relays, valves, dampers, damper operators,
control panels, card readers, video cameras, power supplies, door locks, and
other accessory equipment, along with a complete system of electrical
interlocking wiring to fill the intent of the specification and provide for a complete
and operable system. Except as otherwise specified, provide operators for
equipment such as dampers if the equipment manufacturer does not provide
these. Coordinate requirements with the various Contractors.
B. The BMS contractor shall review and study all Integrated System drawings and
the entire specification to familiarize himself with the equipment and system
operation and to verify the quantities and types of dampers, operators, readers,
cameras, alarms, etc. to be provided.
C. This section shall coordinate and supervise the installation of pressure taps, flow
meters, piping wells, valves, automatic dampers, air flow measuring devices and
all devices furnished by this section. Installation of automatic control dampers
and air flow measuring station shall be under Section 15891 and installation of
wells, flow meters and automatic valves shall be under Section 15100.
D. All interlocking, wiring and installation of control devices associated with the
equipment listed below shall be provided under this Contract. When the BMS
system is fully installed and operational, the BMS Contractor and representatives
of the Owner will review and check out the system. At that time, the BMS
contractor shall demonstrate the operation of the system and prove that it
complies with the intent of the drawings and specifications.
A. The BMS Contractor shall cooperate with other contractors performing work on
this project necessary to achieve a complete and neat installation. To that end,
each contractor shall consult the drawings and specifications for all trades to
determine the nature and extent of others’ work.
B. The Mechanical Contractor shall install all control valves, sensor wells, flow
meters, flow measuring stations and other similar equipment provided by the
BMS contractor.
C. The BMS Contractor shall provide field supervision to the designated contractor
for the installation of the following:
2. Fire/smoke dampers.
3. Blank-off plates for dampers that are smaller than duct size.
1. All power wiring to motors, heat trace, junction boxes for power to BMS
and security panels.
2. Furnish duct smoke detectors and wire to the building fire alarm system,
HVAC Contractor to mount devices, BMS Contractor to hardwire to fan
shut down.
4. All power wiring to all smoke damper actuators for smoke control
sequence.
E. BMS contractor shall supply and install his specialized system wiring and
conduit. The general building contractor shall provide builder works only.
1. The following BMS responsibility matrix shall be used as a guide for site
coordination between trades
LOW
ITEM VOLTAGE LINE
WORK FURNISH INSTALL REMARKS
NO. WIRING / POWER
TUBE
BMS low voltage &
1 BMS BMS BMS N/A
communication wiring.
2 VAV box nodes BMS 15 BMS 16
3 VAV boxes 15 15 N/A N/A
BMS conduits and
4 16 16 16 N/A
raceway
5 Automatic dampers 15 15 N/A N/A
Automatic damper
6 BMS BMS BMS 16
actuators
7 Manual valves 15 15 N/A N/A
8 Automatic valves BMS 15 BMS N/A
Pipe insertion devices
and taps including
9 BMS 15 BMS BMS
thermowells, flow &
pressure stations.
10 BMS Current Switches BMS BMS BMS N/A
11 BMS Control Relays BMS BMS BMS N/A
Power distribution
12 system monitoring 16 16 BMS 16
interfaces
Control air compressors
13 BMS BMS N/A 16
(where required)
Concrete and/or inertia
14 equipment pads and 15 15 N/A N/A
seismic bracing
BMS interface with
15 BMS BMS BMS BMS
Chiller controls
Chiller controls
16 15 15 BMS 16
interface with BMS
BMS interface with
17 BMS BMS BMS 16
space unit controls.
Space unit controls
18 15 15 BMS 16
interface with BMS
All BMS Nodes,
19 equipment, housings, BMS BMS BMS BMS
enclosures & panels
20 Smoke Detectors 16 16 16 16
21 Fire / Smoke Dampers 15 15 BMS 16
Fire / Smoke Damper
22 BMS BMS BMS 16
Actuators
23 Fire Dampers 15 15 N/A N/A
24 Chiller Flow Switches 15 15 BMS N/A
25 Water treatment system 15 15 15 16
26 VFD's 15 16 BMS 16
27 Refrigerant monitors 15 BMS BMS 16
B. All bidders must have a service and installation office in the city area.
E. All products used in this installation shall be new, currently under manufacture,
and shall be applied in similar installations for a minimum of 2 years. This
installation shall not be used as a test site for any new products unless explicitly
approved by the Engineer in writing.
F. Spare parts shall be available for at least 5 years after completion of this
contract.
C. All work shall meet the approval of the Authorities Having Jurisdiction at the
project site
A. Graphic Display. The system shall display a graphic with 20 dynamic points with
all current data within 10 seconds.
B. Graphic Refresh. The system shall update a graphic with 20 dynamic points with
all current data within 8 seconds.
C. Object Command. The maximum time between the command of a binary object
by the operator and the reaction by the device shall be less than 2 seconds.
Analog objects should start to adjust within 2 seconds.
D. Object Scan. All changes of state and change of analog values will be
transmitted over the high-speed network such that any data used or displayed at
a controller or workstation will have been current within the previous 60 seconds.
E. Alarm Response Time. The maximum time from when an object goes into alarm
to when it is annunciated at the workstation shall not exceed 10 seconds. When
the alarm is dialed out by modem, this value shall not exceed 20 seconds.
F. Access Event Response Time. The maximum time from when a card reader
sees a valid or invalid card read to when it is annunciated at the workstation
shall not exceed 10 seconds.
J. Reporting Accuracy. The system shall report all values with an end-to-end
accuracy as listed or better than those listed in Table 1.
K. Stability of Control. Control loops shall maintain measured variable at set point
within the tolerances listed in Table 2
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Table 1: Reporting Accuracy
Humidity ±5% RH
Fluid Pressure ±10 kPa [±1.5 psi] 0-1 MPa [1-150 psi]
1.8 SUBMITTALS
A. Contractor shall provide shop drawings and other submittals on all hardware,
software, and installation to be provided. No work may begin on any segment
of this project until submittals have been reviewed and approved for conformity
with the design intent.
C. Shop drawings shall include a riser diagram depicting locations of all controllers
and workstations, with associated network wiring. Also it should include
individual schematics of each mechanical system and security system showing
all connected points with reference to their associated controller. Typical will be
allowed where appropriate.
D. Submittal data shall contain manufacturer's data on all hardware and software
products required by the specification. Valve, damper, air flow station and VAV
schedules shall indicate size, configuration, capacity and location of all
equipment. Contractor must provide manufacturer’s Protocol Implementation
Conformance Statement (PICS) for workstation software and every controller
model that are installed.
E. When manufacturer's cut sheets apply to a product series rather than a specific
product, the data specifically applicable to the project shall be highlighted or
clearly indicated by other means. Each submitted piece of literature and
drawings shall clearly reference the specification and/or drawing that the
submittal is to cover. General catalogs shall not be accepted as cut sheets to
fulfill submittal requirements.
G. Submit five (5) copies of submittal data and shop drawings to the Engineer for
review prior to ordering or fabrication of the equipment. The Contractor prior to
submitting shall check all documents for accuracy.
H. The Engineer will make corrections, if required, and return to the Contractor.
The Contractor will then resubmit with the corrected or additional data. This
procedure shall be repeated until all corrections are made to the satisfaction of
the Engineer and the submittals are fully approved.
J. Within one month of contract award, provide a schedule of the work indicating
the following:
4. Planned delivery dates for major material and equipment and expected
lead times.
Upon completion of installation, submit three copies of record (as-built) documents. The
documents shall be submitted for approval prior to final completion and shall include:
A. Project Record Drawings. These shall be as-built versions of the submittal shop
drawings. One set of CD ROM media including CAD drawing files also shall be
provided.
D. Operation and Maintenance (O & M) Manual. This shall include as-built versions
of the submittal product data. In addition to the information required for
submittals, the O & M manual shall include:
1.10 TRAINING
The BMS Contractor shall provide both on-site and classroom training to the Owner’s
representative and maintenance personnel per the following description:
1. System Overview
a. System access
e. Alarm operation
f. Scheduling
i. Running reports
j. Workstation maintenance
k. Application programming
B. Classroom training will include a minimum of (1) training slot for two weeks of
course material covering workstation operation and controller programming.
C. The Contractor shall provide a course outline for all training classes at least six
weeks prior to the first class. The Engineer may modify any or all of the training
courses outline to meet the needs of the Owner. Review and approval by the
Engineer shall be completed at least three weeks prior to the first class.
1.11 WARRANTY
A. The integrated system contractor shall warrant the system for 12 months after
system acceptance and beneficial use by the owner. During the warranty
period, the integrated system contractor shall be responsible for all necessary
revisions to the software as required to provide a complete and workable system
consistent with the letter and intent of the Sequence of Operation section of the
specification.
B. Extended warranty for labor and material for 5 years shall be offered as an
option.
C. The Contractor shall respond to the Owner's request for warranty service within
24 hours during normal business hours.
E. The Contractor shall not be required to warrant reused devices, except for those
which have been rebuilt and/or repaired. The Contractor shall warrant all
installation labor and materials and demonstrate that all reused devices are in
operable condition at the time of Engineer’s acceptance.
PART 2 – PRODUCTS
A. The Building Management System (BMS) shall encompass the HVAC control
system, electronic access control and security system, lighting control system,
the video surveillance and recording system. The BMS shall also interoperate
with the fire alarm system to annunciate alarms and perform smoke
management functions. The BMS shall be controlled through a single graphical,
web-based operator interface that allows for instant access to any sub-system
through a standard browser. Systems requiring two or more different PC
workstations are unacceptable.
B. HVAC Control
C. Smoke Management
When a fire alarm or early warning smoke detection alarm is triggered, the
system shall perform all necessary fan shutdown and smoke management
procedures as appropriate for the site. Smoke control shall comply with UL 864
UUKL.
D. Access Control
G. Lighting Control
Rooms have DALI/KNX presence sensor in the room, then room temperature
shall be preset to standby mode (preset to 25o C) or as agreed with the site
P P
Engineer
The system shall monitor all alarm points from the site’s fire alarm system and
early warning smoke detection system, and provide secondary fire annunciation
to the central workstations. When practical, the system shall monitor the fire
alarm values through a serial interface to the fire panel. When a serial interface
is used, the system shall provide for all conditions of each alarm point – alarm,
normal, trouble, fault and reset. Fire alarms shall take priority over other alarms
in the system, and at the central workstation, shall automatically display a
graphic panel of the site when triggered.
I. For this project the system shall consist of the following top-level components:
If this building is part of a bigger site with central BMS, FMS, then this
programming workstation is part of the higher level. See Section 15961
FMS
A. General
C. Level 1 Network Description: Level 1, the main backbone of the system, shall be
an Ethernet 10/100bT or higher LAN/WAN, using BACnet/IP as the
communications protocol. Network Router/Controllers, DVRs, NVR, Card Access
Network Controllers, Operator Workstations, and the Central File Server shall
connect directly to this network without the need for Gateway devices. Up to
1,000,000 devices (workstations, controllers, video recorders, etc.) can be
connected to this backbone.
D. Level 2 Network Description: Level 2 of the system shall consist of one or more
BACnet MS/TP field buses managed by the Network Router/Controllers.
Minimum speed shall be 76.8kbps. The Level 2 field bus consists of an RS485,
token passing bus that supports up to 127 Standalone Digital Control Units
(SDCUs) for operation of HVAC equipment and others. The use of ARCNET,
LONworks, RS-232 serial communications, or BACnet Ethernet for this network
is prohibited.
E. Dial-Up (RAS) Connectivity: The BMS shall also be capable of managing remote
systems via standard dial-up phone lines as a standard component of the
software. Front-end “add-on” software modules to perform remote site
communication will not be allowed.
F. Communication services over the network shall result in operator interface and
value passing that is transparent to the network architecture as follows:
G. The time clocks in all controllers shall be automatically synchronized daily via the
network. An operator change to the time clock in any controller shall be
automatically broadcast to all controllers on the network.
I. Standard Network Support: All NRCs, Workstation(s) and File Server shall be
capable of residing directly on the owner’s Ethernet TCP/IP LAN/WAN with no
required gateways. Furthermore, the NRC’s, Workstation(s) and File Server shall
be capable of using standard, commercially available, off-the-shelf Ethernet
infrastructure components such as routers, switches and hubs. With this design
the owner may utilize the investment of an existing or new enterprise network or
structured cabling system. This also allows the option of the maintenance of the
LAN/WAN to be performed by the owner’s Information Systems Department as
all devices utilize standard TCP/IP components.
J. System Expansion: The BMS system shall be scalable and expandable at all
levels of the system using the same software interface, and the same Level 1
and Level 2 controllers. Systems that require replacement of either the
workstation software or field controllers in order to expand the system shall not
be acceptable. The BMS shall be capable of controlling 200,000 output points.
The system shall be capable of expanding to 200 workstations.
L. The system shall use the same application programming language for all levels:
Operator Workstation, Network Router/Controller, and Standalone Digital Control
Unit. Furthermore, this single programming language shall be used for all
applications.
M. Support for Open Systems Protocols: All HVAC hardware and software included
under this section shall conform to ASHRAE standard 135-2001, to promote
interoperability between building subsystems. Additionally, the BMS design must
include solutions for the integration of the following “open systems” protocols:
LonTalk, Modbus, and digital data communication to third party
microprocessors such as chiller controllers, fire panels and variable frequency
drives (VFDs).
N. The system shall also provide the ability to program custom ASCII
communication drivers, that will reside in a BACnet Gateway, for communication
to third party systems and devices. These drivers will provide real time
monitoring and control of the third party systems. Once programmed, these data
points shall be monitored and controlled in exactly the same manner as native
BMS data points.
A. General
6. CD-RW drive
7. High resolution (minimum 1280 x 1024), 17” flat panel TFT display
Any user on the network can access the system, using the following software:
3. Java-enabled
D. Modem
E. Printer
1. Graphic Displays
2. Alarm Management
Through the browser interface, a live alarm viewer identical to the alarm
viewer on the Administration and Programming workstation shall be
presented, if the user’s password allows it. Users must be able to receive
alarms, silence alarms, and acknowledge alarms through a browser. If
desired, specific operator text must be able to be added to the alarm
record before acknowledgement.
4. Personnel Management
5. Video Management
Through the browser interface, operators must be able to view live and
recorded video from any digital video recorder or network video recorder
on the network. The interface must offer an easy method to select the
camera to view, and for recorded video, must offer selections for start
and stop time when searching video clips.
6. Access Reports
Through the browser interface, operators must be able to create and view
reports of access events and access privileges. Reports must be
available based on start and stop time, door, area, and person. Invalid
7. History Reports
The same user accounts shall be used for the browser interface and for
the operator workstations. Operators must not be forced to memorize
multiple passwords.
All commands and user activity through the browser interface shall be
recorded in the system’s activity log, which can be later searched and
retrieved by user, date, or both.
1. General
2. Hardware Specifications
a. Memory:
b. Communication Ports:
e. Power Supply:
The power supply for the NRCs shall be auto sensing, 10-28VDC
and 24VAC, 60/50 Hz power, with a tolerance of +/- 20%. Line
voltage below the operating range of the system shall be
considered outages. The controller shall contain over voltage
surge protection, and require no additional AC power signal
conditioning.
g. Battery backup:
3. Software Specifications
a. General
The NRC shall contain flash memory to store both the resident
operating system AND the application software. There will be no
restrictions placed on the type of application programs in the
system. Each NRC shall be capable of parallel processing,
executing all control programs simultaneously. Any program may
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affect the operation of any other program. Each program shall
have the full access of all I/O facilities of the processor. This
execution of control function shall not be interrupted due to
normal user communications including interrogation, program
entry, printout of the program for storage, etc.
4. Control Software:
The NRC shall have the ability to perform the following pre-tested control
algorithms:
Digital Filter
Ratio Calculator
a. Mathematical Functions:
NRCs shall have the ability to perform any or all of the following
energy management routines:
Time of Day Scheduling
Calendar Based Scheduling
c. History Logging:
d. Alarm Management:
f. Local Keypad/Display:
1. General:
2. Memory:
Both the operating system of the controller, plus the application program
for the controller, shall be stored in non-volatile, flash memory.
Controllers shall contain enough memory for the current application, plus
required history logging, plus a minimum of 20% additional free memory.
3. Communication Ports:
4. Input/Output:
Each SDCU shall have enough inputs and outputs to meet the
application’s required point count. Each SDCU shall support universal
inputs, whereas any input may be software-defined as:
5. Expandability:
For larger controllers (16 base inputs and up), provide input and output
expansion through the use of plug-in modules. At least two I/O modules
must be capable of being added to the base SDCU.
All digital outputs on air handling unit controllers shall include three
position manual override switches to allow selection of the ON, OFF, or
AUTO output state. These switches shall be built into the unit and shall
provide feedback to the controller so that the position of the override
switch can be obtained through software. In addition each analog output
on air handling unit controllers shall be equipped with an override
potentiometer to allow manual adjustment of the analog output signal
over its full range, when the 3 position manual override switch is placed
in the ON position.
The SDCU shall support a basic room thermistor in plain plastic cover; a
room sensor with override and setpoint adjust slider; and a sensor with a
one-line display and 6-button keypad. The display sensor shall be able to
display the current temperature, setpoint, outside air temperature, relative
humidity and setpoint, occupancy mode and CFM of the individual zone.
8. Networking:
9. Indicator Lamps:
SDCUs will have as a minimum, LED indication of CPU status, and field
bus status.
All SDCUs shall store all programming in non-volatile flash memory. All
SDCUs except terminal controllers shall include an on-board lithium
battery to back up the controller’s RAM memory. The battery shall have a
shelf life of over 10 years, and provide accumulated backup of all RAM
and clock functions for at least 3 years. In the case of a power failure, the
SDCU shall first try to restart from the RAM memory. If that memory is
corrupted or unusable, then the SDCU shall restart itself from its
application program stored in its flash memory.
The SDCU shall contain flash memory to store both the resident
operating system AND the application software. There will be no
restrictions placed on the type of application programs in the system.
Each SDCU shall be capable of parallel processing, executing all control
programs simultaneously. Any program may affect the operation of any
other program. Each program shall have the full access of all I/O
facilities of the processor. This execution of control function shall not be
interrupted due to normal user communications including interrogation,
program entry, printout of the program for storage, etc.
For each system point, alarms can be created based on high/low limits or
conditional expressions. All alarms will be tested each scan of the SDCU
and can result in the display of one or more alarm messages or reports.
AHU Controllers shall support all the necessary point inputs and outputs
as required by the sequence and operate in a standalone fashion.
A manual override switch shall be provided for all digital and analog
outputs on the AHU Controller. The position of the switch shall be
monitored in software and available for operator displays and alarm
notification.
a. Local Keypad/Display:
e. Supply/Exhaust
VAV Controllers for single duct applications will come equipped with a
built-in actuator for modulation of the air damper. The actuator shall have
a minimum torque rating of 35 in.-lb., and contain an override mechanism
for manual positioning of the damper during startup and service.
Unitary Controllers shall support, but not be limited to, the control of the
following systems as described in the Execution portion of this
specification, and for future expansion:
a. Unit Ventilators
c. Packaged Rooftops
The I/O of each Unitary Controller shall contain the sufficient quantity and
types as required to meet the sequence of operation found in the
Execution portion of this specification. In addition, each controller shall
have the capability for local time of day scheduling, occupancy mode
control, after hour operation, lighting control, alarming, and trending.
Unitary Controllers shall be able to communicate with any other
Standalone Digital Control Unit on the same MS/TP field bus.
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20. Networked Thermostat
a) Mode
b) Fan
c) Override
d) Degrees C/F
e) Up/Down
a) Room Temperature
b) System Mode
c) Schedule Status – Occupied/Unoccupied/Override
d) Applicable Alarms
1. General:
2. Communication Ports:
In addition to its on-board Ethernet port, the Gateway shall have at least
two serial communications ports for interfaces to third-party systems.
3. Memory:
The Gateway shall have enough RAM memory to store all point
configuration data, plus required history logging and alarm buffering.
Minimum RAM shall be 8MB. The operating system of the gateway must
be stored in flash non-volatile memory.
5. History Logging:
1. The Network Sensors (NS) shall have the ability to monitor the following
variables as required by the systems sequence of operations:
a. Zone Temperature
b. Zone Humidity
c. Zone Setpoint
d. Discharge Air Temperature
3. The NS shall be BACnet Testing Labs (BTL) certified and carry the BTL
Label.
1. Temperature Sensors
2. Humidity Sensors
b. Provide a hand held field calibration tool that both reads the
output of the sensor and contains a reference sensor for ongoing
calibration.
3. Pressure Sensors
5. Flow Sensors
L. Control Valves
2. Control valves shall meet the heating and cooling loads specified and
close off against the differential pressure conditions within the
application. Valves should be sized to operate accurately and with
stability from 10 to 100% of the maximum design flow.
3. Trim material shall be stainless steel for steam and high differential
pressure applications.
M. Dampers
N. Damper Actuators
Damper actuators shall be electronic, and shall be direct coupled over the shaft,
without the need for connecting linkage. The actuator shall have electronic
overload circuitry to prevent damage. For power-failure/safety applications, an
internal mechanical, spring return mechanism shall be built into the actuator
2. The flow station shall operate over a range of 0 to 5,000 feet/min with an
accuracy of +/- 2% over 500 feet/min and +/- 10 ft/min for reading less
than 500 feet/min.
3. The output signal shall be linear with field selectable ranges including 0-5
VDC, 0-10VDC and 4-20 mA.
PART 3 – EXECUTION
A. General
B. Demolition
Remove controls which do not remain as part of the Building Automation and
Controls System, all associated abandoned wiring and conduit, and all
associated pneumatic tubing. The Owner will inform the Contractor of any
equipment which is to be removed that will remain the property of the Owner. All
other equipment which is removed will be disposed of by the Contractor.
C. Access to Site
D. Code Compliance
All wiring shall be installed in accordance with all applicable electrical codes and
will comply with equipment manufacturer's recommendations.
E. Cleanup
At the completion of the work, all equipment pertinent to this contract shall be
checked and thoroughly cleaned, and all other areas shall be cleaned around
equipment provided under this contract.
B. Power and Class One wiring may be run in the same conduit. Class Two and
Three wiring and communications wiring may be run in the same conduit.
C. Where different wiring classes terminate within the same enclosure, maintain
clearances and install barriers per the National Electric Code.
E. Flexible metallic conduit (max. 3 feet) shall be used for connections to motors,
actuators, controllers, and sensors mounted on vibration producing equipment.
Liquid-tight flexible conduit shall be use in exterior locations and interior
locations subject to moisture.
F. Junction boxes shall be provided at all cable splices, equipment termination, and
transitions from EMT to flexible conduit. Interior dry location J-boxes shall be
galvanized pressed steel, nominal four-inch square with blank cover. Exterior
and damp location JH-boxes shall be cast alloy FS boxes with threaded hubs
and gasketed covers.
G. Where the space above the ceiling is a supply or return air plenum, the wiring
shall be plenum rated. Teflon wiring can be run without conduit above
suspended ceilings. EXCEPTION: Any wire run in suspended ceilings that is
used to control outside air dampers or to connect the system to the fire
management system shall be in conduit.
H. Fiber optic cable shall include the following sizes; 50/125, 62.5/125 or 100/140.
7. Wires are to be kept a minimum of three (3) inches from hot water,
steam, or condensate Vpiping.
8. Where sensor wires leave the conduit system, they are to be protected
by a plastic insert.
5. For duct static pressure sensors, the high pressure port shall be
connected to a metal static pressure probe inserted into the duct pointing
upstream. The low pressure port shall be left open to the plenum area at
the point that the high pressure port is tapped into the ductwork.
6. For building static pressure sensors, the high pressure port shall be
inserted into the space via a metal tube. Pipe the low pressure port to
the outside of the building.
C. Enclosures
2. FIPs shall contain power supplies for sensors, interface relays and
contactors, and safety circuits.
4. All wiring to and from the FIP will be to screw type terminals. Analog or
communications wiring may use the FIP as a raceway without
terminating. The use of wire nuts within the FIP is prohibited.
6. The wiring within all enclosures shall be run in plastic track. Wiring within
controllers shall be wrapped and secured.
D. Identification
1. Identify all control wires with labeling tape or sleeves using either words,
letters, or numbers that can be exactly cross-referenced with as-built
drawings.
3. Junction box covers will be marked to indicate that they are a part of the
BMS system.
4. All I/O field devices (except space sensors) that are not mounted within
FIP's shall be identified with name plates.
Existing controls and devices which are to be reused must each be tested and
calibrated for proper operation. Existing controls which are to be reused and are
found to be defective requiring replacement, will be noted to the Owner. The
Owner will be responsible for all material and labor costs associated with their
repair.
1. Demolition of the existing control system will occur after the new
temperature control system is in place including new sensors and new
field interface devices.
2. Switch-over from the existing control system to the new system will be
fully coordinated with the Owner. A representative of the Owner will be
on site during switch-over.
G. Location
3. Card readers will be mounted on the wall adjacent to the door being
controlled.
4. Outdoor air sensors will be mounted on the north building face directly in
the outside air. Install these sensors such that the effects of heat
radiated from the building or sunlight is minimized.
A. General
The Contractor shall provide all labor necessary to install, initialize, start-up and
debug all system software as described in this section. This includes any
operating system software or other third party software necessary for successful
operation of the system.
B. Database Configuration
The Contractor will provide all labor to configure those portions of the database
that are required by the points list and sequence of operation.
Unless otherwise directed by the owner, the Contractor will provide color graphic
displays as depicted in the project drawings for each system and floor plan. For
each system or floor plan, the display shall contain the associated points
identified in the point list and allow for setpoint changes as required by the
owner.
D. Reports
The Contractor will configure a minimum of 6 HVAC reports for the owner as
listed below:
The Contractor will also configure a minimum of 10 Security reports for the
owner as listed below:
4. Door Status
E. Documentation
5. Alarm list.
Each I/O device (both field mounted as well as those located in FIPs) shall be
inspected and verified for proper installation and functionality. A checkout sheet
itemizing each device shall be filled out, dated and approved by the Project
Manager for submission to the owner or owner’s representative.
A field checkout of all controllers and front end equipment (computers, printers,
modems, etc.) shall be conducted to verify proper operation of both hardware
and software. A checkout sheet itemizing each device and a description of the
associated tests shall be prepared and submitted to the owner or owner’s
representative by the completion of the project.
2. Test each alarm in the system and validate that the system generates the
appropriate alarm message, that the message appears at all prescribed
destinations (workstations or printers), and that any other related actions
occur as defined (i.e. graphic panels are invoked, reports are generated,
etc.). Submit a Test Results Sheet to the owner.
4. The BMS contractor shall commission and set in operating condition all
major equipment and systems, such as the chilled water, hot water and
all air handling systems, in the presence of the equipment manufacturer’s
representatives, as applicable, and the Owner and Architect’s
representatives.
5. Perform an operational test of each third party interface that has been
included as part of the automation system. Verify that all points are
properly polled, that alarms have been configured, and that any
associated graphics and reports have been completed. If the interface
involves a file transfer over Ethernet, test any logic that controls the
transmission of the file, and verify the content of the specified
information.
D. Successful completion of the system test shall constitute the beginning of the
warranty period. A written report will be submitted to the owner indicating that
the installed system functions in accordance with the plans and specifications.
E. The BMS Contractor shall provide all manpower and engineering services
required to assist the HVAC Contractor and Balancing Contractor in testing,
adjusting, and balancing all systems in the building. The BMS Contractor shall
have a trained technician available on request during the balancing of the
systems. The BMS Contractor shall coordinate all requirements to provide a
complete air balance with the Balancing Contractor and shall include all labor
and materials in his contract.
3.6. TRAINING
A. Provide a minimum of (40) hours of on-site training for (3) system operators.
The training will be hands-on type at the owner’s office. The training class will
use the actual Operator’s Manual that will be submitted for this project. In
addition provide (2) weeks of classroom training for one individual at the
Manufacturer’s sponsored training courses.
A. The BMS contractor shall develop the sequence of operation based on the
approved drawings and demonstrate it for every type of equipment used on site.
END OF SECTION
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 DESCRIPTION
A. This Section covers direct digital control (DDC) automatic temperature control
systems and equipment.
B. DDC control shall be open system supporting open protocol like BACnet™.
E. The system shall consist of an open architecture that utilizes EIA standard 709.1,
TM
the BACnet protocol, as the common communication protocol between all
controlled and controlling devices.
TM
F. The products used in constructing the DDC system shall be BACnet . In those
instances where devices are not BACnet™, compliance with BACnet™ standards
must be demonstrated. For application specific devices, the DDC system
contractor shall provide the application source code, device resource files, and
external interface definitions. For programmable devices the DDC system
contractor shall provide a licensed copy of the software tool used to create the
application and all files created by the software tool during the creation and
commissioning of the application.
G. System controls provided with equipment provided under other sections, shall be
BACnetTM -based to allow them to communicate with the DDC system.
1.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE
B. All work described in this section shall be installed, wired, tested and calibrated by
factory certified technicians qualified for this work and in the regular employment of
the temperature control system manufacturer. Supervision, calibration and
checkout of the system shall be by the employees of the local factory owned
temperature control contracting field office. Supplier shall have an in place support
facility within 30 Kilometers of the project site with technical staff, spare parts
inventory and all necessary test and diagnostic equipment. Local office as well as
the factory shall be ISO 9000 certified.
1.3 DEFINITIONS
E. Control Wiring: This includes conduit, wire, and wiring devices to install complete
HVAC control systems, including motor control circuits, interlocks, sensors, PE and
EP switches, and like devices. This also includes all wiring from node to node, and
nodes to all sensors and points defined in the I/O summary shown on drawings or
specified herein, and required to execute the sequence of operation. Does not
include line voltage power wiring.
R. BACnetTM Single Point Nodes (LSPN): devices such as temperature and humidity
sensors, that have an on-board Neuron microprocessor and network interface
TM
allowing them to communicate on the BACnet network.
X. Router: A device which routes messages destined for a node on another segment
sub-net or domain of the control network. The device controls message traffic
based on node address and priority. Routers shall also serve as communication
links between powerline, twisted pair, fiber, coax, and RF media.
Y. XIF: “External Interface File” contains the contents of the manufacturer’s product
documentation.
A. All work, materials, and equipment shall comply with the rules and regulations of all
codes and ordinances of the local and state, and federal authorities. Such codes,
when more restrictive, shall take precedence over these plans and specifications.
As a minimum, the installation shall comply with current editions in effect 90 days
prior to receipt of bids of the following codes. All products of the DDC system shall
be provided with the following agency approvals. With the submittal documents,
verification that the approvals exist for all submitted products, shall be provided.
Systems or products not currently offering the following approvals are not
acceptable.
1.5 SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data and Shop' Drawings: Meet requirements of Shop Drawings, Product
Data, and Samples. In addition, Contractor shall provide shop drawings or other
submittals on all hardware, software, and installation to be provided. No work may
begin on any segment of this project until Engineer has reviewed submittals for
conformity with the design intent.
B. Diagrams: Contractor shall provide separate diagrams for each system, including
pneumatic piping, motor starting and interlock wiring, ladder diagrams, push
buttons, control wiring, interior electrical circuits of control instruments with terminal
designations, control motors, colors of wires, locations of instruments and remote
elements, and normal position of valves, dampers and relays. A detailed description
of the operation of the control system including control device designations shall
accompany the drawings. Each diagram shall delineate between existing piping,
wiring or equipment, and new piping, wiring, and equipment.
C. DDC system data: Contractor shall provide manufacturer's data sheets on DDC
panels, sensors, control interface devices, terminal control units, protection devices
and software; complete field wiring diagram with terminals labeled as they will be
marked on the equipment, including sensors, control and power wiring for each
sensor, control and DDC panel; flow charts of DDC control programs provided to
perform control sequences specified herein; and floor plans locating DDC panels
and terminal control units coordinated with work of other trades.
D. Shop drawings shall be AutoCAD- or Visio-generated for the entire DDC system,
including conduit, pipe, tubing routing, and details of control panels and device
connections, and location of field devices. Provide a computer file copy and
reproducible originals of each drawing.
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E. Provide a schematic diagram of the Local Area Network and a BACnet
architecture diagram indicating nodes, and database server(s) including all devices
and controllers installed by other trade contractors. This should be accompanied by
information regarding configuration of Routers and Repeaters. Schematic shall
also include ANY interface requirements with other systems including but not
limited to: security systems, lighting controls, fire alarm, elevator status, and power
monitoring systems. Diagrams detailing the variables mapped between
protocols shall be submitted for all gateways. Each schematic shall have all
control points labeled. The schematic shall graphically show all control elements.
Engineer shall approve the point name format before programming is done.
G. Training documentation: Lesson plans and training manuals for the training phases
shall be delivered for approval; these shall include type of training to be provided,
with a list of reference material.
C. Qualify - meet the functional intent. For each paragraph, the contractor shall identify
all differences in specific functions stated in the given paragraph and provide a
description of what is excluded or how the qualifying system will meet the function
specified.
A. All components and parts furnished and installed in the DDC system shall be
guaranteed against defects in materials and workmanship for the period of one
year from acceptance date. Labor to repair, reprogram, or replace these
components shall be furnished by the contractor at no charge during the warranty
period. All corrective software modifications made during warranty periods shall be
updated on all user documentation and on user and manufacturer archived
software disks. The Contractor shall respond to the owner's request for warranty
service within 24 hours during normal business hours.
B. At the end of the final startup, testing and commissioning phase, contractor shall
demonstrate that all equipment and systems are operating to the satisfaction of the
Owner's Authorized Representative and Engineer.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.2 NETWORKS
A. General Requirements
4. LPN packaging shall be such that complete installation and check-out of field
wiring can be performed prior to the installation of electronic boards. The
complete LPN including power supplies, etc., shall be factory-mounted, wired
7. Equip LPNs with the following diagnostic indicators and service buttons:
B. Input/Output Requirements
1. Binary input types supported by the LPN: The BI function shall accept on-off,
open-close, or other change of state (two state data) indications.
2. Analog inputs shall include, 0-10 Vdc, 0-20 mA, 4-20 mA, and 1800 ohm
(25ºC or 10,000 ohm (25ºC) thermistors. Resolution of the Analog to Digital
converter shall be a minimum of 10 bits.
3. The LPN shall accommodate both binary and true analog outputs, 0-10Vdc.
The resolution of the digital to analog converter shall be a minimum of 8 bits.
Group 1. shall have a capacity of 12 points and can not handle any I/O
Expansion modules.
Group 2. Shall reach up to maximum of 40 points and can handle 2 I/O
Expansion modules depending on the required additional points. .
Group 3. Shall handle up to 100 points by adding up to 10 I/O expansion
modules. This type of controllers shall have the largest memory with no
inputs/
7. The LPN shall include all hardware and software required for communications
with other nodes, PCs, and the OW over the BACnet LANs.
1. Neuron® microprocessor
1. Room Wall module is to be equipped with an LCD display (with backlight) that
displays the different functions of the module.
2. The room wall module shall be optimized for public facilities such as office
buildings, hotels, hospitals, schools and shopping malls. It shall have a
pleasant appearance and well-designed interface that makes it suitable for
any contemporary building.
3. Room Wall module is to have an extra analog input that can be connected to
a CO2-, relative humidity- or occupancy sensor.
4. The room wall module shall use BACnet communication to display and
control the room temperature and fan speed. Optionally, one lamp group
and/or one sunblind group can be controlled.
2.5 VARIABLE AIR VOLUME (VAV) AIR DISTRIBUTION TERMINAL CONTROL UNIT
(TCU) NODE
C. Air distribution terminal unit TCUs shall be provided with transformers as necessary
for 220 Vac operation.
D. Each air distribution terminal unit TCU shall contain resident programs which are
field configurable for a specific application. Resident programs shall be contained
in nonvolatile memory using EEPROM and FlashRam.
B. The TCU controller shall be intended for fan-coil applicationsin offices and other
large buildings. The fan-coil controller shall keep a constant temperature in a given
zone by controlling the temperature and air flow of circulating air through a fan-coil
unit. Both one and two-valve fan-coil units shall be controlled. The TCU unit shall
also control multiple fan speeds and override the automatic speedcontrol with the
use of a physical input or a NETWORK VARIABLE VIA BACnet.
C. Provide a room wall module with an LCD display to be connected to the VAV
controller as described herein. It is to the supplier to select a room module that
communicates directly with a dedicated port on the FCU controller or connected on
the BACnet and communicates with the FCU Controller through network
variables.
D. The FCU controller shall have a number of built-in functions which can handle the
normal control situation. There shall be four operating modes to choose from
(occupied, standby, bypass, and unoccupied) and five modes to force the controller
(only heating allowed, only cooling allowed, only fan allowed, auto, and off).
Measuring the zone temperature shall be accomplished by means of a permanent
wall module connected to the network. Set point calculation shall be made
according to special methods. Depending on the settings of the controller, one, two
or three speed fans can be controlled. When configured for one-valve operation, a
water temperature sensor can be connected directly to the controller or via network
variable.
E. The controller shall work either as a stand-alone unit, without being connected to a
network during operation, or be a part of a larger system with several other units.
A. General Requirements: Furnish One POTs for the project. The POTs shall permit
the project operating staff to perform network management, node configuration,
node programming, and node diagnostic.
1. Equip each router and bridge with a network transceiver on each network port
(inbound and outbound) as dictated by the network type (Type 1 - FTT, Type 2
- TP, Type 3 - PL, Type 4 - LP, Type 5 - RF).
2. The network router shall be designed to route messages from a segment, sub-
net, or domain in full duplex communication mode.
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3. Routers shall utilize BACnet protocol transport, network, session layers to
transparently route messages bound for a node address in another sub-net or
domain.
5. The routers and repeaters shall be capable of DIN rail or panel mounting and
be equipped with status LED lights for Network traffic and power.
6. Provide a minimum of two Neuron 3120 or 3150 processors for use as the
network router communication controller.
B. Transceivers
3. Damper blades shall not exceed 8” in width or 48" in length. Blades are to be
suitable for medium velocity performance 2,000 fpm. Blades shall be not less
than 16 gauge.
5. All blade edges and top and bottom of the frame shall be provided with
replaceable butyl rubber or neoprene seals. Side seals shall be spring-loaded
stainless steel. The blade seals shall provide for a maximum leakage rate of
10 cfm per sq. ft. at 4" w.c. differential pressure. Provide airfoil blades
suitable for a wide-open face velocity of 1,500 fpm.
6. Individual damper sections shall not be larger than 48" x 60n. Provide a
minimum of one damper actuator per section.
1. The actuator shall have electronic overload or digital rotation sensing circuitry
to prevent damage to the actuator throughout the rotation of the actuator.
4. Valve actuators shall have a self testing safety device which is an advanced
type of spring return feature that uses a battery and a processor controlled
“guard” which monitors the supply voltage to the actuators. When there is no
voltage supply, the Self Testing Safety device shall force the actuator to the
“valve closed” position.
6. All 24 VAC/VDC actuators shall operate on Class 2 wiring and shall not
require more than 10 VA for AC or more than 8 W for DC applications.
Actuators operating on 120 VAC or 230 VAC shall not require more than 11
VA.
8. All modulating actuators shall have an external, built-in switch to allow the
reversing of direction of rotation.
11. Actuators shall be designed for a minimum of 60,000 full-stroke cycles at the
actuator's rated torque.
C. Control Valves
a. Water Valves:
3. Water Valves:
b. Sizing Criteria:
5) Two ½” valves and larger shall be cast iron ANSI Class 125 with
guided plug and Teflon packing, unless otherwise shown.
E. Temperature sensors.
4. Space sensors shall be equipped with set point adjustment, override switch,
display, and/or communication port as shown.
F. Flow switches.
G. Relays.
H. Override timers.
I. Current transmitters.
J. Current Transformers.
K. Voltage transmitters.
2. Ranges shall include 200 to 130 VAC, 200 to 250 VAC, 250 to 330 VAC, and
400 to 600 VAC full-scale, adjustable, with ±1% full-scale accuracy with 500
ohm maximum burden.
L. Voltage transformers
M. Power monitors.
2. Shall provide a selectable rate pulse output for kWh reading and a 4 to 20 mA
output for kW reading. Shall operate with 5 A current inputs with a maximum
error of ±2% at 1.0 power factor or ±2.5% at 0.5 power factor.
N. Current switches.
O. Pressure transducers.
1. Transducer shall have linear output signal. Zero and span shall be field
adjustable.
P. Differential pressure type switches (air or water service) shall be UL listed, SPDT
snap-acting, pilot duty rated (125 VA minimum), NEMA 4 enclosure, with scale
range and differential suitable for intended application, or as shown.
1. All indoor control cabinets shall be fully enclosed NEMA 1 construction with
[hinged door], key-lock latch, removable sub-panels. A single key shall be
common to all field panels and sub-panels.
3. Provide ON/OFF power switch with over-current protection for control power
sources to each local panel.
4. All control panels must be built in accordance with UL508A standards and be
labeled with separate UL label numbers.
A. Provide interlock wiring between supply and exhaust fans, electrical wiring for
relays (including power feed) for temperature and pressure indication. Provide
interlock wiring between refrigeration machines, pumps and condensing equipment
as required for the specified sequence of operation and the refrigeration system
integral controller(s). Do not provide interlock wiring if a dedicated binary output has
been specified for the equipment or the sequence of operation requires
independent start/stop.
B. Provide power wiring, conduit and connections for low temperature thermostats,
high temperature thermostats, alarms, flow switches, actuating devices for
temperature, humidity, pressure and flow indication and point resets.
C. Install all wiring raceway systems complying with the requirements of the National
Electrical Code or other applicable Codes and standards of the project, Division 16
2. Care shall be taken to route the cable as far from interference generating
devices as possible.
3. When shielded wire is used, all shields shall be grounded (earth ground) at
one point only, to eliminate ground loops.
7. 230V control wiring shall be #14 THHN in minimum of 3/4” conduit. Provide 4
or 20% fill extra wire in each conduit.
F. Splices: Splices in shielded cables shall consist of terminations and the use of
shielded cable couplers which maintain the integrity of the shielding. Terminations
shall be in accessible locations. Cables shall be harnessed with cable ties as
specified herein.
1. Conduit for Control Wiring, Control Cable and Transmission Cable: Electrical
metallic tubing (EMT) with compression fittings, cold rolled steel, zinc coated
or zinc-coated rigid steel with threaded connections.
1. For valves, etc., use metal tags with a 2-inch minimum diameter, fabricated of
brass, stainless steel or aluminum. Attach tags with chain of same materials.
For lubrication instructions, use linen or heavy duty shipping tag.
3. Prepare lists of all tagged valves showing location, floor level, tag number,
use. Prepare separate lists for each system. Include copies in each
maintenance manual.
B. Wire Tags
1. All multi-conductor cables in all pull boxes and terminal strip cabinets shall be
tagged.
1. Screwed-on, engraved black lamicoid sheet with white lettering on all control
panels and remote processing panels. Lettering sizes subject to approval.
Inscription, subject to review and acceptance, indicating equipment, system
numbers, functions and switches. For panel interior wiring, input/output
modules, local control panel device identification.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
C. The project plans shall be thoroughly examined for control device and equipment
locations, and any discrepancies, conflicts, or omissions shall be reported to the
Architect/Engineer for resolution before rough-in work is started.
D. The Contractor shall inspect the site to verify that equipment is installable as
shown, and any discrepancies, conflicts, or omissions shall be reported to the
Architect/Engineer for resolution before rough-in work is started.
3.2 COORDINATION
1. The contractor shall furnish all tools necessary to interface to the control
system for test and balance purposes.
2. The contractor shall provide training in the use of these tools. This training will
be planned for a minimum of 4 hours.
4. The tools used during the test and balance process will be returned at the
completion of the testing and balancing.
B. Life Safety
1. Duct smoke detectors required for air handler shutdown are supplied under
Division 16. The contractor shall interlock smoke detectors to air handlers for
shutdown as described in Sequences of Operations.
2. Smoke dampers and actuators required for duct smoke isolation are provided
under Division 15. The contractor shall interlock these dampers to the air
handlers as described in Sequences of Operations.
3. Fire/Smoke dampers and actuators required for fire rated walls are provided
under Division 15.
E. Provide sufficient slack and flexible connections to allow for vibration of piping and
equipment.
G. Verify integrity of all wiring to ensure continuity and freedom from shorts and
grounds.
H. All equipment, installation, and wiring shall comply with acceptable industry
specifications and standards for performance, reliability, and compatibility and be
executed in strict adherence to local codes and standard practices.
I. The DDC system shall be completely installed and ready for operation, as specified
and shown,
J. Dielectric isolation shall be provided where dissimilar metals are used for
connection and support.
K. Penetrations through and mounting holes in the building exteriors shall be made
watertight. Holes in concrete, brick, steel and wood walls shall be drilled or core
drilled with proper equipment; conduits installed through openings shall be sealed
with materials which are compatible with existing materials. Openings in fire/smoke
partitions shall be sealed with materials which meet the requirements of NFPA 70,
FIRESTOPPING.
3.4 PROGRAMMING
A. Point Naming: System point names shall be modular in design, allowing easy
operator interface without the use of a written point index.
A. All control and interlock wiring shall comply with national and local electrical codes
and Division 16 of this specification. Where the requirements of this section differ
with those in Division 16, the requirements of this section shall take precedence.
B. All NEC Class 1 (line voltage) wiring shall be UL Listed in approved raceway per
NEC and Division 16 requirements.
C. All low voltage wiring shall meet NEC Class 2 requirements. (Low voltage power
circuits shall be sub-fused when required to meet Class 2 current limit.)
D. Where NEC Class 2 (current limited) wires are in concealed and accessible
locations including ceiling return air plenums, approved cables not in raceway may
be used, provided that cables are UL Listed for the intended application.
F. Do not install Class 2 wiring in raceway containing Class 1 wiring. Boxes and
panels containing high voltage wiring and equipment may not be used for low
voltage wiring except for the purpose of interfacing the two (e.g. relays and
transformers).
H. Where Class 2 wiring is run exposed, wiring is to be run parallel along a surface or
perpendicular to it, and neatly tied at 10ft intervals.
I. Where plenum cables are used without raceway, they shall be supported from or
anchored to structural members. Cables shall not be supported by or anchored to
ductwork, electrical raceways, piping or ceiling suspension systems.
K. All wiring within enclosures shall be neatly bundled and anchored to permit access
and prevent restriction to devices and terminals.
L. Maximum allowable voltage for control wiring shall be 120v. If only higher voltages
are available, the contractor shall provide step-down transformers.
N. Install plenum wiring in sleeves where it passes through walls and floors. Maintain
fire rating at all penetrations.
O. Size of raceway and size and type of wire shall be the responsibility of the
contractor, in keeping with the manufacturer's recommendation and NEC
requirements, except as noted elsewhere.
S. Conceal all raceways, except within mechanical, electrical or service rooms. Install
raceway to maintain a minimum clearance of 6” from high temperature equipment
(e.g. steam pipes or flues).
T. Secure raceways with raceway clamps fastened to the structure and spaced
according to code requirements. Raceways and pull boxes may not be hung on
flexible duct strap or tie rods. Raceways may not be run on or attached to ductwork.
V. Install insulated bushings on all raceway ends and openings to enclosures. Seal top
end of all vertical raceways.
W. The contractor shall terminate all control and interlock wiring, and shall maintain
updated wiring diagrams with terminations identified at the job site.
X. Flexible metal raceways and liquid-tight, flexible metal raceways shall not exceed 3
ft in length and shall be supported at each end. Flexible metal raceway less than
3/4" electrical trade size shall not be used. In areas exposed to moisture - including
chiller and boiler rooms - liquid-tight, flexible metal raceways shall be used.
A. The contractor shall adhere to the items listed for other low voltage wiring as listed
in this section.
D. Maximum pulling, tension and bend radius for cable installation as specified by the
cable manufacturer shall not be exceeded during the installation.
E. Contractor shall verify the integrity of the entire network following the cable
installation. Use appropriate test measures for each particular cable.
G. All runs of communication wiring shall be unspliced length when that length is
commercially available.
3.7 SENSORS
B. Mount sensors rigidly and adequately for the environment within which the sensor
operates.
C. All wires attached to sensors shall be air sealed in their raceways or in the wall to
stop air transmitted from other areas affecting sensor readings.
D. Sensors used in mixing plenums and where specified in the sequence of operations
shall be of the averaging type. Averaging sensors shall be installed in a serpentine
manner vertically across duct. Each bend shall be supported with a capillary clip.
E. Low limit sensors used in coil discharge shall be installed in a serpentine manner
horizontally across duct. Each bend shall be supported with a capillary clip. Provide
1ft of sensing element for each square ft of coil area.
F. All pipe mounted temperature sensors shall be installed in wells. Install all liquid
temperature sensors with heat-conducting fluid in thermal wells.
G. Install outdoor air temperature sensors on north wall, complete with sun shield at
designated location.
1. Supply duct static pressure: Pipe the high pressure tap to the duct using a
pilot tube. Pipe the low pressure port to a tee in the high pressure tap tubing
of the corresponding building static pressure sensor (if applicable) or to the
location of the duct high pressure tap and leave open to the plenum.
2. Return duct static pressure: Pipe the high pressure tap to the duct using a
pilot tube. Pipe the low pressure port to a tee in the low pressure tap tubing of
the corresponding building static pressure sensor.
3. Building static pressure: Pipe the low pressure port of the pressure sensor to
the static pressure port located on the outside of the building at roof level to
serve as a common outdoor reference. Pipe the high pressure port to a
location behind a thermostat cover.
5. All pressure transducers other than those controlling VAV boxes shall be
located in field device panels, not on the equipment monitored or on
ductwork. Mount transducers in a location accessible for service without the
use of ladders or special equipment.
6. All air and water differential pressure sensors shall have gauge tees mounted
adjacent to all taps. Water gauges shall also have shutoff valves installed
before the tee.
B. Electric/Electronic
3.9 CONTROLLERS
A. Provide a minimum of one separate controller for each AHU or other HVAC system.
Multiple DDC controllers may control one system provided that all points associated
with individual control loops are assigned to the same DDC controller. Points used
for control loop reset such as outside air or space temperature are exempt from this
requirement.
1. Future use of spare capacity shall require providing the field device, field
wiring, point database definition, and custom software. No additional
controller boards or point modules shall be required to implement use of
these spare points.
B. Blank-off and seal around dampers and between dampers and sleeves or frames to
eliminate air bypass.
C. For outdoor air damper assemblies, stage the opening of each section to prevent
stratification and poor mixing of outside and return air.
A. All wiring and cabling, including that within factory-fabricated panels, shall be
labeled at each end within 2" of termination with a cable identifier and other
descriptive information.
B. Permanently label or code each point of field terminal strips to show the instrument
or item served.
D. Identify all other control components with permanent labels. Identifiers shall match
record documents. All plug-in components shall be labeled such that removal of
the component does not remove the label.
3.13 PROTECTION
A. The Contractor shall protect all work and material from damage by his/her work or
workers, and shall be liable for all damage thus caused.
B. The Contractor shall be responsible for his/her work and equipment until finally
inspected, tested, and accepted. The Contractor shall protect his/her work against
theft or damage, and shall carefully store material and equipment received on-site
that is not immediately installed. The Contractor shall close all open ends of work
with temporary covers or plugs during storage and construction to prevent entry of
foreign objects.
A. All work, materials and equipment shall comply with the rules and regulations of
applicable local, state, and federal codes and ordinances as identified in Part 1 of
this Section.
B. Contractor shall continually monitor the field installation for code compliance and
quality of workmanship. All visible piping and/or wiring runs shall be installed
parallel to building lines and properly supported.
C. Contractor shall arrange for field inspections by local and/or state authorities having
jurisdiction over the work.
A. Startup Testing: All testing listed in this article shall be performed by the Contractor
and shall make up part of the necessary verification of an operating control system.
This testing shall be completed before the Owners Representative is notified of the
system demonstration.
2. Verify that all control wiring is properly connected and free of all shorts and
ground faults. Verify that terminations are tight.
3. Enable the control systems and verify calibration of all input devices
individually. Perform calibration procedures per manufacturers'
recommendations.
4. Verify that all binary output devices (relays, solenoid valves, two-position
actuators and control valves, magnetic starters, etc.) operate properly and
that the normal positions are correct.
5. Verify that all analog output devices (I/Ps, actuators, etc.) are functional, that
start and span are correct, and that direction and normal positions are
correct. The Contractor shall check all control valves and automatic dampers
to ensure proper action and closure. The Contractor shall make any
necessary adjustments to valve stem and damper blade travel.
b. Interlocks shall be tripped using field contacts to check the logic, as well
as to ensure that the fail-safe condition for all actuators is in the proper
direction.
A. Demonstration
3.17 TRAINING
2. First Follow-up Training: Two days (16 hours total) approximately two weeks
after initial training, and before Formal Acceptance. These sessions will deal
with more advanced topics and answer questions.
3. Warranty Follow-up: Two days (16 hours total) in no less than 4-hour
increments, to be scheduled at the request of the owner during the one-year
warranty period. These sessions shall cover topics as requested by the
owner such as: how to add additional points, create and gather data for
trends, graphic screen generation, or modification of control routines.
END OF SECTION
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1. DESCRIPTION:
1. Hydronic system.
1.2. REFERENCES:
AABC National Standards for Total System Balance, 4th Edition, 2002.
1.3. SUBMITTALS:
A. Engineers and Technicians Data: Submit proof that the Test and Balance
Engineer assigned to supervise the procedures and the technicians proposed to
perform the procedures meet the qualifications specified below.
D. Sample Forms: Submit sample forms, if other than those standard forms
prepared by the NEBB are proposed.
E. Certified Reports: Submit testing, adjusting and balancing reports bearing the
seal and signature of the Test and Balance Engineer. The reports shall be
certified proof that the systems have been tested, adjusted and balanced in
accordance with the referenced Standards; are an accurate representation of how
the systems have been installed; are a true representation of how the systems are
operating at the completion of the testing, adjusting, and balancing procedures;
and are an accurate record of all final quantities measured, to establish normal
operating values of the systems. Follow the procedures and format specified
below:
2. Final Report: Upon verification and approval of draft reports, prepare final
reports, type written, and organized and formatted as specified below.
Submit 2 complete sets of final reports.
Divide the contents of the binder into the below listed divisions, separated
by divider tabs:
F. Report Contents: Provide the following minimum information, forms and data:
G. Calibration Reports: Submit proof that all required instrumentation has been
calibrated to tolerances specified in the referenced Standards, within a period of
six months prior to starting the project.
A. Test and Balance Agency's Qualifications: Testing and balancing shall be carried
out by an independent testing and balancing agency approved by the Engineer
and having at least 5 years of successful testing, adjusting, and balancing
experience on projects with testing and balancing requirements similar to those
required for this project.
A. Test, adjust and balance the air systems before refrigerant systems.
B. Test, adjust and balance air conditioning systems during summer season and
heating systems during winter season, including at least a period of operation at
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outside conditions within 5 F wet bulb temperature of maximum summer design
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condition and within 10 F dry bulb temperature of minimum winter design condition
also take final temperature readings during seasonal operation.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
Not applicable.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
Before operating the system and performing the preliminary procedures obtain drawings,
specifications and details of Building Management System and Controls and become
thoroughly acquainted with them.
A. Open valves to full open position and close coil bypass valves.
C. Examine hydronic system and determine if water has been treated and cleaned.
E. Clean and set automatic fill valves for the required system pressure.
F. Check the expansion tanks to determine that they are not air-bound and that
system is completely full of water.
G. Check air vents at high points of systems and determine if all are installed and
operating freely in case of automatic type or bleed air completely in case of
manual type.
H. Set temperature controls so that all coils shall be calling for full flow.
J. Check and set operating temperatures of the chillers to the design requirements.
A. Walk the system from the system air handling equipment to terminal units to
determine variations of installation from design.
C. Check dampers (both volume and fire) for correct and locked position, and
temperature control for completeness of installation before starting fans.
D. Prepare report test sheets for both fans and outlets. Obtain manufacturer's outlet
factors and recommended procedures for testing. Prepare a summation of
required outlet volumes to permit a cross-check with required fan volumes.
E. Determine best locations in main and branch ductwork for most accurate duct
traverses.
3.3 MEASUREMENTS:
C. Use only those instruments which have the maximum field measuring accuracy
and are best suited to the function being measured.
E. Use instruments with minimum scale and maximum subdivisions and with scale
ranges proper for the value being measured.
F. When averaging values, take a sufficient quantity of readings which will result in a
repeatability error of less than 5 percent. When measuring a single point, repeat
readings until 2 consecutive identical values are obtained.
G. Take all reading with the eye at the level of the indicated value to prevent parallax.
B. Cut insulation, ductwork and piping for installation of test probes to the minimum
extent necessary to allow adequate performance of procedures.
D. Seal ducts and piping and test for and repair leaks.
F. Mark equipment settings, including damper control positions, valve indicators, fan
speed control levers, and similar controls and devices, to show final settings. Mark
with paint or other suitable, permanent identification materials.
A. Test and adjust mechanical systems for sound and vibration in accordance with
the detailed instructions of the referenced Standards.
A. Record all data obtained during testing, adjusting, and balancing in accordance
with, and on the forms recommended by the referenced Standards, and as
approved on the sample report forms.
3.7 DEMONSTRATION:
A. Training:
2. Schedule training through the Engineer with at least 7 days prior notice.
END OF SECTION