THIS SHEET SHALL NOT FORM A PART OF THE BIDDING OR CONTRACT DOCUMENTS. REMOVE THIS SHEET BEFORE ISSUING TO BIDDERS OR CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTORS. DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY NAVAL FACILITIES ENGINEERING COMMAND STANDARD SPECIFICATION NAVFAC NFSS-C39 (JUNE 1991) SPECIFICATION C-39 STANDARD AIRCRAFT CARRIER MOORING CAMEL NOTES ON THE USE OF THIS SPECIFICATION 1. STANDARD SPECIFICATION SECTIONS. The standard specification sections listed below become part of the project specification together with the addition of other required sections prepared from NAVFAC Guide Specifications listed in Military Bulletin 34. The Standard Specification Sections are included herein and shall not be edited, changed, or modified unless specific authorization is obtained from NAVFACENGCOM Code 04. Section No. Title 01010 Summary of Work 02935 Rubber Fendering 02936 Flotation Tanks 05501 Metal Fabrications 06100 Carpentry 09875 Metal Fabrications Coating 2. APPLICABLE NFGS. Not applicable. ************************************************************************* * Prepared by: M. D. MUTTER, P.E. Date: * * * * Approved: EFD: LANTDIV Date: NAVFAC: Date: * * * * Branch Head: C. R. ROSE, P.E. * * * * Division Director: K. E. GODFREY, P.E. * * * * Approved for NAVFAC: T. R. GANNON, P.E. * * * ************************************************************************* THIS SHEET SHALL NOT FORM A PART OF THE BIDDING OR CONTRACT DOCUMENTS. REMOVE THIS SHEET BEFORE ISSUING TO BIDDERS OR CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTORS. 1 THIS SHEET SHALL NOT FORM A PART OF THE BIDDING OR CONTRACT DOCUMENTS. REMOVE THIS SHEET BEFORE ISSUING TO BIDDERS OR CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTORS. 3. STANDARD DRAWINGS. The below listed drawings forming a part of this specification are STANDARD DRAWINGS and shall not be changed in any respect. This list shall be edited to suit a specific project and incorporated in Section NFGS-01011, "Additional General Paragraphs." All modifications necessary to suit a specific project shall be shown on new drawings prepared for that purpose. Drawing No. Title SD-1404045 Title Sheet SD-1404046 General Arrangement Plan SD-1404047 Standard Camel Module Plan and Details SD-1404048 Camel Module Details SD-1404049 Camel Module Details SD-1404050 Fender Details SD-1404051 Floatation Chamber Plan SD-1404052 Floatation Chamber Section and Detail 4. REFERENCED PUBLICATIONS. The listed designations for publications referenced in this standard specification are those that were in effect when this standard specification was prepared, and the current edition shall be listed in the project specification under the appropriate section. Designations that are known to be out of date when project specifications are prepared should be changed to those current at that time, and the nomenclature, types, grades, classes, etc., referenced in this standard specification should be checked for conformance to the latest revision or amendment. The current issues of Military Bulletin 34, ENGINEERING AND DESIGN CRITERIA FOR NAVY FACILITIES, the DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE INDEX OF SPECIFICATIONS AND STANDARDS, and other applicable publication indexes should be consulted before listing specifications and standards in the project specifications. THIS SHEET SHALL NOT FORM A PART OF THE BIDDING OR CONTRACT DOCUMENTS. REMOVE THIS SHEET BEFORE ISSUING TO BIDDERS OR CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTORS. 2 THIS SHEET SHALL NOT FORM A PART OF THE BIDDING OR CONTRACT DOCUMENTS. REMOVE THIS SHEET BEFORE ISSUING TO BIDDERS OR CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTORS. TECHNICAL NOTES A. The following items, materials, equipment, requirements, etc., are unique for this construction and are not currently included in the NAVFAC Guide Specifications. The information shall be added without editing, except as specified herein, to the guide specifications indicated. The guide specifications shall be edited to reflect the project requirements, and the sections prepared from these guide specifications shall be included in the project specification. Use the guide specifications current at the time the project specification is being prepared. When paragraphs listed below are added to a NAVFAC Guide Specification, be certain that all publications referred to in these added paragraphs are added to paragraph 1.1 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS of the guide specification. I. Guide Specification 01010, "Summary of Work." 1. Paragraph "General Intention," specify the number of camels. 2. Paragraph "Location," fill in information requested. 3. Paragraph "Delivery," specify the delivery location for mooring camels and the number of calendar days for delivery. A minimum of 120 calendar days should be allowed for construction. 4. Paragraph "Availability of Utility Services," if utility services are available, leave in paragraph and make appropriate selections. If available, show or specify locations for connections. 5. Paragraph "Contractor's Work Area," select work area or areas which are available to the Contractor. If on-station area is allowed, specify location or show location on drawing site plan. 6. Delete Specification Section 01010, "Summary of Work" if NAVFAC Guide Specifications NFGS-01010, "General Paragraphs" and NFGS-01011, "Additional General Paragraphs" are included in the specification. Include information from Spcecification Section 01010, "Summary of Work" in the appropriate locations within Sections NFGS-01010 and 01011. 7. Paragraph "Interchangeability and Camels," leave in if this is a required feature and leave in second part of paragraph if interchangeability testing is required. THIS SHEET SHALL NOT FORM A PART OF THE BIDDING OR CONTRACT DOCUMENTS. REMOVE THIS SHEET BEFORE ISSUING TO BIDDERS OR CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTORS. 3 SECTION 01010 SUMMARY OF WORK 1. GENERAL PARAGRAPHS: 1.1 General Intention: It is the declared and acknowledged intention and meaning to provide and secure the following: 1.1.1 Double camel[s] complete in place and ready for use [_____] Ea. 1.1.2 Single camel[s] complete in place and ready for use [_____] Ea. 1.1.3 Additional fender beam[s] ready for use [_____] Ea. 1.2 General Description: Provide camels consisting of steel structure, fiberglass flotation tanks foam filled, rubber fendering, and wood rub strips. 1.3 Location: The work shall be located at the [name of Naval Station], [city], [state], approximately as shown. The exact location will be indicated by the Contracting Officer. 1.4 Delivery: The mooring camels as specified shall be delivered within [_____] calendar days after the date of the Notice of Award to the (name of Naval Facility). The exact location will be indicated by the Contracting Officer. The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer [_____] days prior to the date of delivery. 1.5 Drawings Accompanying Specification: The following drawings accompany this specification and are a part thereof. Drawings are the property of the Government, and shall not be used for any purpose other than that intended by the specification. [The drawings included with this specification are half-size.] [Full-size drawings are available at the bidder's or Contractor's expense. Information on procuring these full-size drawings may be obtained from the Contracting Officer. Full-size drawings may be inspected during regular working hours at the office of the Contracting Officer.] NAVFAC Drawing No. Title 1404045 Title Sheet 1404046 General Arrangement Plan 1404047 Standard Camel Module Plan and Details 1404048 Camel Module Details 1404049 Camel Module Details NFSS-C39 01010-1 1404050 Fender Details 1404051 Floatation Chamber Plan 1404052 Floatation Chamber Section and Detail 1.6 Availability of Utilities Services: Pursuant to contract clause titled "Availability of Utilities," reasonable amounts of the following utilities will be made available to the Contractor [at the following rates] [without charge]: Electricity [$_____ per _____] Potable Water [$_____ per _____] Saltwater [$_____ per _____] Compressed Air [$_____ per _____] Steam [$_____ per _____] Natural Gas [$_____ per _____] The contract drawings indicate the point at which the Government will deliver such utilities or services and the quantity available. The Contractor will be responsible for work required beyond the indicated point to which the Government will deliver utilities or services including making connections, providing transformers, and disconnections. The Contractor shall clean up the work area and dispose of debris [off station] [at a location designated by the Contracting Officer] if any part of the mooring camels is constructed on station. 1.7 Record Drawings: Maintain one set of full-size contract drawings marked to show any deviations which have been made from the contract drawings. Upon completion of the work, deliver the marked set of prints to the Contracting Officer. Requests for partial payments will not be approved if the marked prints are not kept current, and request for final payment will not be approved until the marked prints are delivered to the Contracting Officer. 1.8 Storm Protection: Storm protection includes, but is not limited to removing loose materials, tools, and equipment from exposed locations; and removing or securing scaffolding and other temporary work. 1.9 Contractor's Work Area: The following options are available: [a. Use the area designated for on-station construction and launching of the camels.] [b. Select a location and construct a launch area off station.] NFSS-C39 01010-2 [c. Use a combination of on-station and off-station construction.] 1.9.1 The Contractor shall determine the suitability of the designated work area for storage, assembly, and launching requirements. Take appropriate measures to ensure that station property is not damaged by Contractor's use. 1.9.2 Submit for review proposed operation, assembly, and launching plans, including schedules. [1.10 Interchangeability of Camels: The design of the camels has built into it the ability to take the double camels apart and to make two single camels from each double camel. This is done as shown in Figure 1-1. To provide this interchangeability, the Contractor shall use a full-scale template for locating holes in members B1 and B4 to ensure that the frames can be mated up to an adjacent frame or to a fender beam assembly.] [The Contractor shall test each camel to determine and to ensure interchangeability of units. Mating parts shall be match marked so that the same parts that were mated during the testing can be mated again at a future date.] 1.11 Inspection and Workmanship: Materials and workmanship shall be subjected to inspection by the Government representative as services are rendered. The Government shall have the right to reject inferior material and workmanship or require its correction. If the Contractor fails to proceed with the correction of inferior material and workmanship, the Government will have such corrections made, as necessary, and charge the cost thereof to the Contractor. The Contractor shall give the Contracting Officer sufficient notice prior to operations that require a Government witness. 1.12 Procurement Information: Appendix A includes a request form for procurement information. The Contractor shall complete this form and return it to the address listed on the bottom of the form. *** END OF SECTION *** NFSS-C39 01010-3 SECTION 02935 RUBBER FENDERING PART 1 - GENERAL 1.1 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS: The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to in the text by the basic designation only. 1.1.1 American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Publication: D2000-90 1.2 Rubber Products in Automotive Applications SUBMITTALS: 1.2.1 Drawings: Obtain approval prior to ordering fenders along with templates, and erection and installation details, as appropriate, for rubber fenders. Submittals shall be complete in detail. Submittals shall indicate thickness, type, properties, and dimensions; and construction details, anchorage, and installation with relation to the construction. 1.2.2 Test Reports: Test requirements for materials as specified herein or incorporated in referenced documents may be waived, except for specified field tests, if certified copies of test reports from approved laboratories performed on previously manufactured material are submitted to the Contracting Officer for record purposes. Test reports shall be accompanied by certificates from the manufacturer certifying that the previously tested material is of the same type, quality, and manufacturer as that proposed for this project. 1.3 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING: Deliver materials to the site in an undamaged condition. Store material in a clean, properly drained location out of contact with the ground. Replace damaged material with new material or repair the damaged material in an approved manner. PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.1 FENDERS: Shall conform to ASTM D2000, M3BA 717 A14B13C12F17. Size and shape of fenders shall be as indicated. Fenders shall be uniform in appearance and workmanship and shall not contain porous areas, bubbles, foreign matter, or irregularities. Fenders shall be molded. *** END OF SECTION *** NFSS-C39 02935-1 SECTION 02936 FLOTATION TANKS PART 1 - GENERAL 1.1 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS: The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to in the text by the basic designation only. 1.1.1 American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Publication: AASHTO HB 14 1.1.2 American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Publication: D1667-76 1.1.3 1989 Highway Bridges, Fourteenth Edition, Section 25, Elastomeric Bearings (R 1986) Flexible Cellular Materials - Vinyl Chloride Polymers and Copolymers (Closed-Cell Foam) Military Specifications (Mil. Spec.): MIL-P-17549D (Notice 1) Plastic Laminates, Fibrous Glass Reinforced, Marine Structural MIL-P-21929B (Amendment 1) Plastic Material, Cellular Polyurethane, Foam-in-Place, Rigid 2 and 4 Pounds Per Cubic Foot 1.2 SUBMITTALS: 1.2.1 Drawings: Submit to the Contracting Officer prior to fabrication. Include details of fabrication and erection. 1.2.2 Test Reports: Test requirements for materials as specified herein or incorporated in referenced documents may be waived, except for specified field tests, if certified copies of test reports from approved laboratories performed on previously manufactured material are submitted to the Contracting Officer for record purposes. Test reports shall be accompanied by certificates from the manufacturer certifying that the previously tested material is of the same type, quality, and manufacturer as that proposed for this project. 1.2.3 a. b. 1.2.4 Field Test Reports: Thickness of plastic laminates in shell and stiffeners. Flotation units are completely filled with foam-in-place rigid plastic filler. Certificates: NFSS-C39 02936-1 a. Fibrous glass reinforced plastic laminate b. Foam-in-place rigid plastic filler c. Completed flotation tank 1.3 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING: a manner that will prevent distortion or properly drained location out of contact material with new material or repair the manner. Handle, ship, and store material in other damage. Store material in a with the ground. Replace damaged damaged material in an approved PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.1 MATERIALS: 2.1.1 Plastic Shell and Stiffeners: Fibrous glass reinforced plastic laminates conforming to Mil. Spec. MIL-P-17549. Minimum thickness shall be as indicated. 2.1.2 Steel and Bolts: Fabrications." Shall be in accordance with Section 05501, "Metal 2.1.3 Foam-in-Place Rigid Plastic Filler: Class 1, 2 pounds per cubic foot. Mil. Spec. MIL-P-21929, 2.1.4 Rubber Pads: 100 percent virgin chloroprene (neoprene) conforming to the requirements of Table B in Section 25 of AASHTO HB 14. The hardness of the rubber pad shall be 50 durometer. 2.1.5 Sponge Rubber Gasket Material: ASTM D1667, VE-41. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.1 FABRICATION: 3.1.1 Flotation Unit: Shall be an assembly consisting of a plastic shell, reinforced with plastic stiffeners and filled with foam-in-place rigid plastic. Configuration and thicknesses shall be as shown. 3.1.2 Foam-in-Place Rigid Plastic Filler: Place fill in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Pay particular attention to atmospheric restrictions. Follow manufacturer's procedures to avoid inadequate cooling, volume changes, or other undesirable characteristics associated with placing large quantities of the material. 3.2 FIELD TESTS AND INSPECTIONS: Inspections, tests, and certifications shall be performed by a Government approved testing laboratory. 3.2.1 Verify that minimum thickness of plastic laminates, in shell and stiffeners, are as indicated. NFSS-C39 02936-2 3.2.2 Verify that flotation units are completely full of foam-in-place rigid plastic. 3.2.3 Provide inspection and testing as required and certify that materials and fabrication of completed assemblies comply with requirements indicated and specified. *** END OF SECTION *** NFSS-C39 02936-3 SECTION 05501 METAL FABRICATIONS PART 1 - GENERAL 1.1 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS: The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to in the text by the basic designation only. 1.1.1 American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) Publications: MO11-89 Manual of Steel Construction Allowable Stress Design, Ninth Edition MO13-83 Detailing for Steel Construction MO14-84 Engineering for Steel Construction 1.1.2 American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Publications: A36/A36M-89 Structural Steel A123-89 (Rev. A) Zinc (Hot-Dip Galvanized) Coatings on Iron Steel Products A148-89 Steel Castings A153-82 (R 1987) Zinc Coating (Hot-Dip) on Iron and Steel Hardware A307-90 Carbon Steel Bolts and Studs, 60,000 psi Tensile Strength A325-90 High-Strength Bolts for Structural Steel Joints A563-90 Carbon and Alloy Steel Nuts A780-90 Repair of Damaged and Uncoated Areas of Hot-Dip Galvanized Coatings F436-90 Hardened Steel Washers F844-90 Washers, Steel, Plain (Flat), Unhardened for General Use 1.1.3 American Welding Society, Inc. (AWS) Publication: D1.1-90 Structural Welding Code Steel, Twelfth Edition NFSS-C39 05501-1 1.1.4 Federal Specifications (Fed. Spec.): RR-C-271D 1.1.5 Chains and Attachments, Welded and Weldless National Association of Architectural Metal Manufacturers (NAAMM) NAAMM BG 1.2 1988 Metal Bar Grating Manual SUBMITTALS: 1.2.1 Drawings: Submit for approval by the Contracting Officer prior to fabrication. Prepare in accordance with AISC M013 and AISC M014. Shop drawings shall not be reproductions of contract drawings. Include complete information for the fabrication and erection of the structure's components, including the location, type, and size of bolts, welds, member sizes and lengths, connection details, blocks, copes, and cuts. Use AWS standard welding symbols. 1.2.2 Certificates: a. Steel b. Bolts, nuts, and washers c. Welding electrodes and rods 1.2.3 Statements: Prior to welding, submit certification for each welder stating the type of welding and positions qualified for, code and procedure qualified under, date qualified, and firm and individual certifying the qualification tests. 1.3 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING: Handle, store, and protect materials in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations. Replace damaged items with new items, or repair as approved by the Contracting Officer. 1.4 SAFETY AND HEALTH PRECAUTIONS: The foam listed in this section contains isocyanate fumes which are toxic. Follow safety procedures as recommended by the manufacturer. Work in a well ventilated area or provide air masks. Provide and require workers to use goggles, rubber gloves, and protective clothing for protection during preparation of foam. PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.1 MATERIALS: with AISC M011. Materials not specified shall be provided in accordance 2.1.1 Structural Steel: 2.1.2 Steel Pipe: 2.1.3 Bolts: ASTM A36/A36M. ASTM A53, Type E or S, Grade B. ASTM A307, Grade A; ASTM A325, Type 1; galvanized. NFSS-C39 05501-2 2.1.4 Nuts: ASTM A563, Grade A, heavy hex style, except nuts under 1 1/2 inches may be provided in hex style, galvanized. 2.1.5 bolts. Washers: ASTM F844 for ASTM A307 bolts and ASTM F436 for ASTM A325 2.1.6 Gratings: NAAMM BG. 2.1.7 Chain: 2.1.8 Mooring Cleat: Fed. Spec. RR-C-271, Class BBB, galvanized. ASTM A148. 2.2 PAINTING: As specified in Specification Section 09875, "Metal Fabrications Coating." 2.3 GALVANIZING: otherwise. ASTM A123 or ASTM A153, as applicable, unless specified 2.3.1 Galvanizing Repair: ASTM A780. 2.3.2 Welding Electrodes and Rods: AWS D1.1. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.1 INSTALLATION: Installation including materials, workmanship, fabrication, and assembly shall be provided in accordance with AISC M011, except as modified herein. 3.2 FABRICATION: Metalwork shall be well formed to shape and size, with sharp lines, angles, and true curves. Work shall be fabricated to allow for expansion and contraction of materials. Provide welding and bracing of adequate strength and durability, with tight, flush joints, dressed smooth and clean. 3.2.1 Metal Surfaces: Shall be clean and free from mill scale, flake rust, and rust pitting. Shearing and punching shall leave clean true lines and surfaces. Weld permanent connections. Finish welds flush and smooth on surfaces that will be exposed after installation. 3.2.2 Fastenings: Provide the necessary rabbets, lugs, and brackets necessary for assembly of the work. Holes for bolts and screws shall be drilled. 3.3. M011. 3.4 CONNECTIONS: WELDING: Design non-detailed connections in accordance with AISC AWS D1.1. 3.6 FIELD TESTS AND INSPECTIONS: Perform field tests, and provide labor, equipment, and incidentals required for testing. NFSS-C39 05501-3 3.6.1 Welds: Perform the visual inspection in accordance with AWS D1.1, Part 6. Provide AWS certified welding inspectors for fabrication and erection inspection and testing and verification inspections. Welding inspectors shall visually inspect and mark welds. 3.6.2 Nondestructive Testing: AWS D1.1. Test each lifting pad weld using magnetic particle method. Defective welds shall be repaired and retested after repair. *** END OF SECTION *** NFSS-C39 05501-4 SECTION 06101 CARPENTRY PART 1 - GENERAL 1.1 REFERENCES The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to in the text by the basic designation only. U.S. DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE PRODUCT STANDARDS (PS) PS 20 1970 (R 1986) American Softwood Lumber Standard AMERICAN WOOD PRESERVERS' ASSOCIATION (AWPA) STANDARDS AWPA C1 1992 All Timber Products - Preservative Treatment by Pressure Processes AWPA C18 1992 Material in Marine Construction, Pressure Treatment AWPA M6 1991 Brands Used on Forest Products AMERICAN WOOD PRESERVERS BUREAU (AWPB) PUBLICATION: AWPB LP22 1988 Softwood Lumber, Timber, and Plywood Pressure Treated with Water-borne Preservatives for Ground Contact Use SOUTHERN PINE INSPECTION BUREAU (SPIB) PUBLICATION: SPIB GR 1991 Southern Pine Inspection Bureau Grading Rules (Supplements 1 through 16) WESTERN WOOD PRODUCTS ASSOCIATION (WWPA) PUBLICATION WWPA WLGR 1.2 SUBMITTALS 1.2.1 1.3 1988 Grading Rules for Western Lumber Manufacturer's Certificates of Compliance: a. Lumber b. Hardware DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING Deliver materials to the site in an undamaged condition. NFSS-C39 06101-1 Store materials off the ground to provide proper ventilation, drainage, and protection against ainst dampness. Remove defective and damaged materials and provide new materials. 1.4 GRADING AND MARKING 1.4.1 Lumber Mark each piece of framing and board lumber or each bundle of small pieces of lumber with the grade mark of a recognized association or independent inspection agency. Such association or agency shall be certified by the Board of Review, American Lumber Standards Committee, to grade the species used. 1.4.2 Preservative-Treated Lumber Contractor shall be responsible for the quality of treated wood products. Each treated piece shall be inspected in accordance with AWPA M2 and permanently marked or branded, by the producer, in accordance with AWPA M6. Contractor shall provide the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) with the inspection report of an independent inspection agency, approved by the Contracting Officer. The inspection report shall state that offered products comply with applicable AWPA standards. The AWPB Quality Mark "MLP" on each piece will be accepted in lieu of inspection reports, as evidence of compliance with applicable AWPA treatment standards. 1.5 SIZES AND SURFACING Lumber sizes greater than 2x are undressed sizes. PS 20 for dressed sizes of yard and structural lumber. Lumber shall be surfaced four sides. Size references, to lumber sizes 2x and smaller are nominal sizes, and actual sizes shall be within manufacturing tolerances allowed by the standard under which the product is produced. 1.6 MOISTURE CONTENT Air-dry or kiln-dry lumber. Kiln-dry treated lumber after treatment. Maximum moisture content of wood products shall be 19 percent at the time of delivery to the job site. 1.7 PRESERVATIVE TREATMENT Lumber shall be treated with waterborne preservatives in accordance with AWPA C1 and C18 with ACA or CCA at the xxx of, 2.5 pounds per cubic foot retention. Brush-coat areas that are cut or drilled after treatment with either the same preservative used in the treatment or with a 2 percent copper napthenate solution. PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.1 MATERIALS NFSS-C39 06101-2 2.1.1 Lumber WLGR Standard grade Douglas Fir, or SPIB GR standard grade Southern Pine with or an approved equal. 2.1.2 Rough Hardware Provide hot-dip galvanized hardware in accordance with Section 05501, "Metal Fabrications." PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.1 INSTALLATION Closely fit framing lumber, set accurately to the required lines and levels, and secure rigidly in place. Bolt holes shall be 1/6 inch oversize. *** END OF SECTION *** NFSS-C39 06101-3 SECTION 09875 METAL FABRICATIONS COATING PART 1 - GENERAL 1.1 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS: The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to in the text by the basic designation only. 1.1.1 American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Publications: D1186-87 Nondestructive Measurement of Dry Film Thickness of Nonmagnetic Coatings Applied to a Ferrous Base E376-89 Measuring Coating Thickness by Magnetic-Field or Eddy Current (Electromagnetic) Test Methods 1.1.2 Federal Specifications (Fed. Spec.): QPL-24441-27 1.1.3 Paint, Epoxy-Polyamide Military Specifications (Mil. Spec.): MIL-P-15931E(3) Paint, Antifouling, Vinyl (Formulas No. 121 and No. 129) MIL-P-24441A (SH) Suppl. 1 Paint, Epoxy-Polyamide MIL-P-24441/1B (SH) Paint, Epoxy-Polyamide, Green primer, Formula 150, Type I MIL-P-24441/2B (SH) Paint, Epoxy-Polyamide, Exterior Topcoat, Haze Gray, Formula 151, Type I MIL-P-24441/4B (SH) Paint, Epoxy-Polyamide, Exterior Topcoat, Black, Formula 153-Ro = 1.8, Type I 1.1.4 Steel Structures Painting Council (SSPC) Publications: SP 1-82 Solvent Cleaning SP 10-89 Near-White Blast Cleaning 1.2 SUBMITTALS: 1.2.1 Certificates: Submit before delivery of the coating system to the job site attesting that the materials proposed for use meet the requirements specified as follows: NFSS-C39 09875-1 1.2.1.1 Epoxy-Polyamide: Mil. Spec. MIL-P-24441, Type I. Spec. QPL-24441-26 is satisfactory evidence. Listing on Fed. 1.3 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: Start work only when ambient and curing temperatures are within limits of coating manufacturer's recommendations and at least 5 degrees F above the dew point temperature. 1.4 SAFETY AND HEALTH PRECAUTIONS: Materials listed in this section contain coat tar pitch volatiles which are toxic. Follow safety procedures as recommended by the manufacturer. Work in a well ventilated area. Provide and require workers to use impervious clothing, gloves, face shields (8-inch minimum), and other appropriate protective clothing necessary to prevent eye and skin contact with coating materials. Keep coatings away from heat, sparks, and flame during storage, mixing, and application. PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.1 MATERIALS: 2.1.1 Coating: Epoxy-Polyamide, Mil. Spec MIL-P-24441, Type I. Provide catalyst components for coatings specific for resin components. Use thinners which are compatible with the coating. 2.1.1.1 Primer: Mil. Spec. MIL-P-24441/1. 2.1.1.2 Intermediate Coat: 2.1.1.3 Top Coat: Mil. Spec. MIL-P-24441/2. Mil. Spec. MIL-P-24441/4. 2.1.2 Antifouling Paint: Grade B. Mil. Spec. MIL-P-15931, Type II, Class 2, NOTE: If mooring camels will be stored for an extended period of time prior to placing in use, specifier should consider deleting antifouling paint since its effectiveness will diminish during storage. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.1 CLEANING AND PREPARATION OF SURFACES: 3.1.1 Solvent Cleaning: SSPC SP 1. Remove visible oil, grease, and drawing and cutting compounds by solvent cleaning. 3.1.2 Blast Cleaning: SSPC SP 10. After solvent cleaning, complete surface preparation by near-white blast cleaning. Remove residual dust from blasted surface by blowing with dry, oil-free air, vacuuming, or sweeping. Provide surface profile of at least 1 1/2-mil thickness. 3.2 PROPORTIONING AND MIXING OF COATING SYSTEM: NFSS-C39 09875-2 3.2.1 Proportioning of Epoxy-Polyamide System: Epoxy-polyamide coatings consist of a two-component system that includes a pigmented polyamide resin, Component A, and an epoxy resin, Component B. Mix both components in a ratio of 1 to 1 by volume. Should the coating thicken appreciably during cold temperature application, and thinning is necessary, or to improve application characteristics, add up to one pint of ethylene glycol monoethyl (EGM) ether for each gallon of the coating. 3.2.2 Mixing of Epoxy-Polyamide System: Mix components of coating by power stirring until a smooth, uniform consistency results. Stir coating periodically during its induction period. Follow Table 1 for induction time and pot life of mixed batches. Table 1 Job Site Ambient Temperature and Induction Time for Epoxy-Polyamide System Ambient Temperature Degrees F (Degrees C) 3.3 Induction Time (in hours) 40 to 50 (4.4 to 10.0) 2 at 70 degrees F (21.1 degrees C) 50 to 60 (10.0 to 15.6) 2 60 to 70 (15.6 to 21.1) 1 to 1 1/2 70 and above (21.1 and above) 1/2 to 1 COATING APPLICATION: 3.3.1 General: Apply primer coating to dry surfaces not more than 4 hours after near-white blast cleaning. Except as specified, shop or field apply. Apply coats of each system so that finished surfaces are free from runs, sags, brush marks, and variations in color. Coat surfaces to minimum thicknesses specified. 3.3.1.1 Application Method for Epoxy-Polyamide System: Allow previous coat to dry to tack-free condition but not more than 72 hours before applying the next coat. If more than 72 hours should elapse between coats, then clean the surface and apply a fog coat at a minimum dry film thickness of one mil, using the same material as the previous coat. Allow the fog coat to become tacky, and then apply the subsequent coat. 3.3.2 Repair of Defects: Repair detected coating holidays, thin areas, and exposed areas damaged prior to or during installation by surface treatment and application of additional coating or by manufacturer's recommendations. Allow a period of not less than 72 hours to pass following the final coat before placing in immersion service. 3.3.3 Three-Coat Epoxy-Polyamide System: thickness of between 3 mils and 4 mils. NFSS-C39 09875-3 Apply each coat at a dry film 3.3.4 Dry Film Thickness: Provide total epoxy-polyamide system minimum dry film thickness of 9 mils. Measure using a magnetic gage. 3.3.5 Antifouling Paint: While the last coat of epoxy-polyamide is still tacky, apply first coat of antifouling paint. After first coat is dry, apply a second coat. Total minimum dry film thickness for both coats shall be 4 mils. 3.4 SURFACES TO BE COATED: 3.5 FIELD TESTS: Coat steel work. 3.5.1 Holiday Testing: Prior to installation, test for holidays in total coating system. Use a low-voltage holiday detector of less than 90 volts in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. After repair of any holidays by surface treatment and application of additional coating or by manufacturer's recommendation, retest with detector. 3.5.2 Dry Film Thickness: After repair of holidays, measure the total dry film thickness of the epoxy-polyamide system and the antifouling paint using a magnetic dry film thickness gage in accordance with ASTM D1186 and ASTM E376. *** END OF SECTION *** NFSS-C39 09875-4 APPENDIX A PROCUREMENT INSTRUCTIONS The plans and technical specifications provide technical data required by the Contracting Officer to procure mooring camels. A mooring camel is used to space a ship a given distance from the pier and to transfer the berthing and mooring energy and forces from the ship to the pier. Two different widths of camels can be ordered under these plans and specifications. A double camel is 64 feet 1 inch (+) wide. Two double camels are typically used to moor aircraft carriers because of the large deck overhang. As shown on NAVFAC SD-1404046, a double camel consists of: 1 each, frame with a male tongue plate assembly. 1 each, frame with a female tongue plate assembly. 2 each, fender beam assemblies. A single camel is 34 feet 10 inches (+) wide. Two single camels are typically used to moor ships without a large deck overhang. As shown on NAVFAC SD-1404046, a single camel consists of: 1 each, frame with a male tongue plate assembly (less the male tongue plate assembly). 1 each, frame with a female tongue plate assembly (less the female tongue plate assembly). 2 each, fender beam assemblies. Additional fender beam assemblies can also be ordered with these drawings and specifications. The camels are designed to separate the double camels into two single camels as shown in Figure 1-1. However, to provide the interchangeability feature (the ability to make two single camels from a double camel), take special precautions as specified in Section 01010, paragraph entitled "Interchangeability of Camels." The interchangeability feature is costly and therefore should not be requested unless there is a definite projected need to use single camels. NFSS-C39 APPENDIX A-1 Below are typical ordering examples for ordering mooring camels with the drawings and specifications. Example No. 1 The mooring camels will typically be used to moor aircraft carriers and occasionally to moor other ships. Order two double camels for each berth and do not specify that the camels be interchangeable. The order blank on NAVFAC SD-1404045 and in Section 01010, paragraph entitled "General Intention" reads as follows: Double Camels Single Camels Additional Fender Beam Assemblies 2 Each 0 0 This order is the most common way it is anticipated that mooring camels will be procured with the drawings and specifications. Example No. 2 The mooring camels will always be used to moor ships other than aircraft carriers. Order two single camels for each berth and do not specify that the camels be interchangeable. The order blank on NAVFAC SD-1404045 and in Section 01010, paragraph entitled "General Intention" reads as follows: Double Camels Single Camels Additional Fender Beam Assemblies 0 2 each 0 The single camels should consist of one frame with the female plate assemblies and one frame with the male tongue plate assemblies. Example No. 3 The mooring camels will be used to moor aircraft carriers and it is desired to be able to moor two ships without a large overhang at a different time with the same set of mooring camels. Order two double camels and four additional fender beam assemblies. that the camels be interchangeable. Specify The order blank on NAVFAC SD-1404045 and in Section 01010, paragraph entitled "General Intention" reads as follows: NFSS-C39 APPENDIX A-2 Double Camels Single Camels Additional Fender Beam Assemblies 2 each 0 4 each *** END OF SECTION *** NFSS-C39 APPENDIX A-3 PROCUREMENT INFORMATION FOR NFSS-C39, AIRCRAFT CARRIER MOORING CAMEL (NAVFAC STANDARD DRAWINGS SD-1404045-1404052) NOTE: Complete the following request for procurement information and return to the address listed on the bottom of the form. Direct questions to LANTNAVFACENGCOM Code 402 at (804) 444-9902. Contract Number: ________________________ Procuring Agency: _______________________ Address: ________________________________________________________________ City State Zip Code Point of Contact: Contractor: Address: __________________ Name ( )_________ Phone Number ________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ City State Zip Code Phone Number: ( Contract Price: )_________ _____________________ Item and Quantity Purchased: _________________________________ Comments/Suggestions: ____________________________________________________________________________ RETURN FORM TO: Commander, Atlantic Division Naval Facilities Engineering Command Code 402 Norfolk, VA 23511-6287 NFSS-C39 APPENDIX A-4