Brigham City Corporation
Project Bid Specifications
Table of Contents
AIR DUCT ACCESSORIES .......................................................................................................... 3
BOXES............................................................................................................................................ 4
CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE ..................................................................................................... 6
COMMERCIAL LAVATORIES ................................................................................................. 10
COMMERCIAL SINKS ............................................................................................................... 12
CONDUIT ..................................................................................................................................... 13
DOMESTIC WATER PIPING ..................................................................................................... 15
DOMESTIC WATER ................................................................................................................... 17
DOOR HARDWARE ................................................................................................................... 21
ELECTRICAL SERVICE ENTRANCE ...................................................................................... 23
ESCUTCHEONS FOR PLUMBING PIPING ............................................................................. 24
GENERAL-DUTY VALVES FOR PLUMBING PIPING .......................................................... 25
GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS ............................................ 26
HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR HVAC PIPING AND EQUIPMENT................................. 27
HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR PLUMBING PIPING AND EQUIPMENT ....................... 29
HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR ELCTRICAL SYSTEMS ................................................... 30
HOLLOW METAL DOORS AND FRAMES ............................................................................. 31
HVAC POWER VENTILATORS ................................................................................................ 34
IDENTIFICATION FOR HVAC PIPING AND EQUIPMENT .................................................. 36
IDENTIFICATION FOR PLUMBING PIPING AND EQUIPMENT ........................................ 38
INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL FOR HVAC .............................................................. 39
LOW-VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLES ........................... 40
METAL BUILDING SYSTEMS.................................................................................................. 42
METAL DUCTS ........................................................................................................................... 54
COMMON MOTOR REQUIREMENTS FOR HVAC EQUIPMENT ........................................ 58
OVERHEAD COILING DOORS ................................................................................................. 59
PANELBOARDS.......................................................................................................................... 61
PLUMBING PIPING INSULATION ........................................................................................... 64
RESIDENTIAL PLUMBING FIXTURES ................................................................................... 65
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SANITARY WASTE AND VENT PIPING ................................................................................ 66
SANITARY WASTE INTERCEPTORS ..................................................................................... 68
SLEEVES AND SLEEVE SEALS FOR PLUMBING PIPING .................................................. 69
TESTING, ADJUSTING AND BALANCING FOR HVAC ....................................................... 71
THERMAL INSULATION .......................................................................................................... 74
UNIT PRICES............................................................................................................................... 75
VIBRATION AND SEISMIC CONTROLS FOR HVAC PIPING AND EQUIPMENT ........... 77
VIBRATION AND SEISMIC CONTROLS FOR PLUMBING PIPING AND EQUIPMENT .. 79
ELECTRIC, DOMESTIC WATER HEATERS ........................................................................... 80
WIRING DEVICES ...................................................................................................................... 83
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AIR DUCT ACCESSORIES
1.1 ACTION SUBMITTALS
A. Product data: For each type of product.
B. Shop Drawings: For duct accessories. Include plans, elevations, sections, details and
attachments to other work.
a. Detail duct accessories fabrication and installation in ducts and other construction.
Include dimensions, weights, loads, and required clearances; and method of field
assembly into duct systems and other construction. Include the following: i.
Special fittings.
ii. Manual volume damper installations
iii. Control damper installations
iv. Wiring diagrams: for power, signal and control wiring
1.2 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS
A. Operation and maintenance data.
PART 2 EXECUTION
2.1 INSTALLATION
A. Install duct accessories according to applicable details in SMACNA’s “HVAC Duct
Construction Standards – Metal and Flexible” for metal ducts and in NAIMA AH116,
“Fibrous Glass Duct Construction Standards,” for fibrous glass ducts.
B. Install duct accessories of materials suited to duct materials; use galvanized steel
accessories in galvanized steel and fibrous glass ducts stainless steel accessories in
stainless steel ducts and aluminum accessories in aluminum ducts.
C. Install backdraft dampers at inlet of exhaust fans or exhaust ducts as close as possible to
exhaust fan unless otherwise indicated.
D. Install flexible connectors to connect ducts to equipment.
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BOXES
1.1 SECTION INCLUDES
A. Wall and ceiling outlet boxes.
B. Pull and junction boxes.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 OUTLET BOXES
A. Sheet metal outlet boxes: NEMA OS 1, galvanized steel.
B. Cast boxes: NEMA FB 1, Type FD. Provide threaded hubs.
C. Wall Plates for Finished Areas: As specified in “Wiring Devices” Section.
2.2 PULL AND JUNCTION BOXES
A. Sheet Metal Boxes: NEMA OS 1, galvanized steel.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
A. Install boxes securely, in a neat and workmanlike manner, as specified in NECA 1.
B. Install in locations as shown on Drawings, and as required for splices, taps, wire pulling,
and equipment connections and as required by NFPA 70.
C. Coordinate installation of outlet boxes for equipment with owner.
D. Set wall mounted boxes at elevations to accommodate mountain heights specified in
section for outlet device.
E. Electrical boxes are shown on Drawings in approximate locations unless dimensioned.
Adjust box locations up to 5 feet if required to accommodate intended purpose.
F. Install pull boxes and unction boxes above accessible ceilings and in unfinished areas
only.
G. Coordinate mounting heights and locations of outlets mounted above counters, benches,
and backsplashes.
H. Locate outlet boxes to allow luminaries positioned as shown on reflected ceiling plan.
I. Align adjacent wall mounted outlet boxes for switches, thermostats and similar devices.
J. Use flush mounting outlet box in finished areas.
K. Unless otherwise indicated, provide separate boxes for line voltage and low voltage
systems.
L. Do no fasten boxes to ceiling support wires.
M. Large Pull Boxes: Use hinged enclosure in interior dry locations, surface-mounted cast
metal box in other locations.
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3.3 ADJUSTING
A. Adjust flush-mounting outlets to make front flush with finished wall material.
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CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE
1.01 SECTION INCLUDES
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B.
C.
D.
E.
Concrete forming and accessories
Concrete foundations and anchor bolts, floors and slabs on grade.
Concrete reinforcing.
Joint devices associated with concrete work.
Miscellaneous concrete elements, including equipment pads, light pole bases, thrust
blocks, and similar items.
F. Concrete curbing
1.02 REFERENCE STANDARDS
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ACI 211.1 – Standard practice for Selecting Proportions for Normal, Heavyweight, and
Mass Concrete; American Concrete Institute International.
ACI 301 - Specifications for Structural Concrete for Buildings; American Concrete
Institute International.
ACI 302.1R - Guide for Concrete Floor and Slab Construction; American Concrete
Institute International.
ACI 304R - Guide for Measuring, Mixing, Transporting, and Placing Concrete;
American Concrete Institute International.
ACI305R - Hot Weather Concreting; American Concrete Institute International.
ACI 306R - Cold Weather Concreting; American Concrete Institute International.
ACI 308R - Guide to Curing Concrete; American Concrete Institute International.
ACI309R - Guide for Consolidation of Concrete.
ACI 318 - Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary;
American Concrete Institute International.
ASTM C33/C33M - Standard Specification for Concrete Aggregates.
ASTM C39/C39M - Standard Test Method for Compressive Strength of Cylindrical
Concrete Specimens.
ASTM C94/C94M - Standard Specification for Ready-Mixed Concrete.
ASTM C143/C143M - Standard Test Method for Slump of Hydraulic-Cement Concrete.
ASTM C150/C150M - Standard Specification for Portland Cement.
ASTM C171 - Standard Specification for Sheet Materials for Curing Concrete.
ASTM C230/C230M - Flow Table for Use in Tests of Hydraulic Cement.
ASTM C260 - Standard Specification for Air-Entraining Admixtures for Concrete.
ASTM C309 – Standard Specification for Liquid Membrane-Forming Compounds for
Curing Concrete.
ASTM C330 - Standard Specification for Lightweight Aggregates for Structural
Concrete.
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T.
ASTM C494/C494M - Standard Specification for Chemical Admixtures for Concrete.
ASTM C685/C685M - Standard Specification for Concrete Made by Volumetric
Batching and Continuous Mixing.
U. ASTM C881/C881M - Standard Specification for Epoxy-Resin-Base Bonding Systems
for Concrete.
V. ASTM C1059/C1059M - Standard Specification for Latex Agents for Bonding Fresh to
Hardened Concrete.
W. ASTM C1107/C1107M - Standard Specification for Packaged Dry, Hydraulic-Cement
Grout (Nonshrink).
X. ASTM C1602/C1602M - Standard Specification for Mixing Water Used in the
Production of Hydraulic Cement Concrete; 2012.
Y. ASTM D1751 - Standard Specification for Preformed Expansion Joint Filler for
Concrete Paving and Structural Construction (Nonextruding and Resilient Bituminous
Types).
Z. ASTM 02103 - Standard Specification for Polyethylene Film and Sheeting.
AA. ASTM E96/E96M - Standard Test Methods for Water Vapor Transmission of Materials.
CC. ASTM E1745 - Standard Specification for Plastic Water Vapor Retarders Used in
Contact with Soil or Granular Fill under Concrete Slabs.
1.03 ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS
A. Coordination:
a. Coordinate the installation of grade beams with size, location and installation of
underground service utilities.
b. Coordinate placement of embedded items with erection of concrete formwork and
placement of form accessories.
c. Coordinate the use and application of specified curing methods for slabs and floor
surfaces with accepted flooring system manufacturers.
B. Pre-installation Meeting: Conduct a pre-installation meeting one week prior to the start of
the work of this Section.
a. Attendance: Contractor's quality control supervisor or superintendent, Architect,
structural engineer, Owner's independent testing agency, and all affected trades
including reinforcing subcontractor and concrete supplier.
b. Discuss construction document requirements, required clarifications to
construction documents, construction schedule, and coordination of affected
trades.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.01 FORMING
A. Formwork Design and Construction: Comply with guidelines of ACI 347 to provide
formwork that will produce concrete complying with tolerances of ACI 117.
B. Forming Materials: Contractor’s choice of standard products with sufficient strength to
withstand hydrostatic head without distortion in excess of permitted tolerances.
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a. Earth Cuts: Do not use earth cuts as forms for vertical surfaces. Natural rock
formations that maintain a stable vertical edge may be used as side forms.
b. Form Coating: Release agent that will not adversely affect concrete or interfere
with application of coatings.
c. Form Ties: Cone snap type that will leave no metal within 1-1/2 inches of
concrete surface.
C. Void Forms: Moisture resistant treated paper faces, biodegradable, structurally sufficient
to support weight of wet concrete mix until initial set; 4 inches thick
2.02 REINFORCING
A. Reinforcing Steel: ASTM A615/A615M Grade 60 (420)
a. Type: Deformed billet-steel bars.
b. Finish: Unfinished.
B. Steel Welded Wire Reinforcement: ASTM A185/A185M, plain type.
a. Form: Flat Sheets.
b. Mesh Size and Wire Gage: As indicated on
Drawings. C. Reinforcement Accessories:
a. Tie Wire: Annealed, minimum 16 gauge
b. Chairs, Bolsters, Bar Supports, and Spacers: Sized and shaped for adequate
support of reinforcement during concrete placement.
2.03 CONCRETE MATERIALS
A. Cement: ASTM C150, Type II (Moderate) Portland type.
a. Acquire all cement for entire project from same source. B.
Fine and Course Aggregates: ASTM C33.
a. Acquire all aggregates for entire project from same source. C.
Fly Ash: ASTM C618, Class F.
a. Limit use to 20 percent of cement content, by weight, unless otherwise specified. D.
Water: ASTM C1602/C1602M; clean and not detrimental to concrete.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.01 INSTALLING REINFORCEMENT AND OTHER EMBEDDED ITEMS
A. Verify that anchors, seats, plates, reinforcement and other items to be cast into concrete
are accurately placed, positioned securely and will not interfere with concrete placement.
3.02 PLACING CONCRETE
A. Place concrete in accordance with ACI 304R.
B. Place concrete for floor slabs in accordance with ACI 302.1R
C. Finish floors level and flat, unless otherwise indicated, within the tolerances specified in
this Section.
3.03 SLAB JOINTING
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A. Isolation Joints: Use preformed joint filler with removable top section for joint sealant,
total height equal to thickness of slab, set flush with top of slab.
a. Install wherever necessary to separate slab from other building members,
including columns, walls, equipment foundations, footings, stairs, manholes,
sumps, and drains.
b. Separate piping, conduit, and similar penetrations through slabs on grade to allow
free vertical movement of slab or penetrating element.
B. Saw Cut Contraction Joints: Saw cut joints before concrete begins to cool, within 4 to 12
hours after placing; use 3/6 inch thick blade and cut at least 1 inch deep but not less than
one quarter (1/4) the depth of the slab.
C. Contraction Joint Devices: Use preformed joint device, with top set flush with top of slab.
D. Construction Joints: Where not otherwise indicated, use metal combination screed and
key form, with removable top section for joint sealant.
3.04 FLOOR FLATNESS AND LEVELNESS TOLERANCES
A. Exposed Concrete Floors: 3/16 inch in 10 ft.
B. Corrective Measures:
a. Correct the slab surface if tolerances are less than specified
3.05 CONCRETE FINISHING
A. Concrete Slabs: Finish to requirements of ACI 302.1R, and as follows:
a. Surfaces to Receive Thin Floor Coverings: “Steel trowel” as described in ACI.1R;
thin floor coverings include carpeting, resilient flooring and seamless flooring.
b. Other Surfaces to Be Left Exposed: “Steel trowel” as described in ACI302.1R,
minimizing burnish marks and other appearance defects.
B. In areas with floor drains, maintain floor elevation at walls; pitch surfaces uniformly to
drains at 1:100 nominal.
3.06 PROTECTION
A. Do not permit traffic over unprotected concrete floor surface until fully cured.
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COMMERCIAL LAVATORIES
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes: Lavatories and Faucets.
1.2 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS
A. Operation and Maintenance Data: For lavatories and faucets to include in operation and
maintenance manuals.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 VITREOUS-CHINA, WALL-MOUNTED LAVATORIES
A. Manufacturers
a. American Standard America
b. Briggs Plumbing Products, Inc.
c. Crane Plumbing, L.L.C.
d. Ferguson Enterprises, Inc.; ProFlo brand
e. Gerber Plumbing Fixtures LLC
f. Kohler Co
g. Mansfield Plumbing Products LLC
h. Peerless Pottery Sales, Inc.
i. Zurn Industries, LLC: Commercial Brass and Fixtures
2.2 SOLID BRASS, MANUALLY OPERATED FAUCETS
A. Manufacturers
a. American Standard America
b. Kohler Co
c. Moen Incorporated
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Examine roughing-in of water supply and sanitary drainage and vent piping systems to
verify actual locations of piping connections before lavatory installation.
B. Examine counters and walls for suitable conditions where lavatories will be installed.
C. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
3.2 INSTALLATION
A. Install lavatories level and plumb according to roughing-in drawings.
B. Install supports, affixed to building substrate, for wall-mounted lavatories.
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C. Install accessible wall-mounted lavatories at handicapped/elderly mounting height for
people with disabilities or the elderly, according to ICC/ANSI A117.1.
D. Install wall flanges or escutcheons at piping wall penetrations in exposed, finished
locations. Use deep-pattern escutcheons if required to conceal protruding fittings.
Comply with escutcheon requirements specified in “Escutcheons for Plumbing Piping.”
Section.
E. Seal joints between lavatories and counters and walls using sanitary-type, one-part,
mildew-resistant silicone sealant. Match sealant color to fixture color.
F. Install protective shielding pipe covers and enclosures on exposed supplies and waste
piping of accessible lavatories. Comply with requirements in “Plumbing Piping
Insulation.” Section.
3.3 CONNECTIONS
A. Connect fixtures with water supplies, stops and risers, and with traps, soil, waste, and
vent piping. Use size fittings required to match fixtures.
B. Comply with soil and waste piping requirements specified in “Sanitary Waste and Vent
Piping.” Section
3.4 ADJUSTING
A. Operate and adjust lavatories and controls. Replace damaged and malfunctioning
lavatories, fittings and controls.
B. Adjust water pressure at faucets to produce proper flow
C. Install fresh batteries in battery-powered, electronic-sensor mechanisms.
3.5 CLEANING AND PROTECTION
A. After completing installation of lavatories, inspect and repair damaged finishes.
B. Clean lavatories, faucets, and other fittings with manufacturers’ recommended cleaning
methods and materials.
C. Provide protective covering for installed lavatories and fittings.
D. Do not allow use of lavatories for temporary facilities unless approved in writing by
Owner.
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COMMERCIAL SINKS
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes: Service sinks.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 SERVICE SINKS
A. Manufacturers
d. American Standard America
e. Gerber Plumbing Fixtures LLC.
f. Kohler Co PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Examine roughing-in of water supply and sanitary drainage and vent piping systems to
verify actual locations of piping connections before sink installation.
B. Examine walls, floors, and counters for suitable where sinks will be installed.
C. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
3.2 INSTALLATION
A. Install sinks level and plumb according to roughing-in drawings.
B. Install supports, affixed to building substrate, for wall-hung sinks.
C. Install water supply piping with stop on each supply to each sink faucet. Install stops in
locations here they can be easily reached for operation.
D. Install wall flanges or escutcheons at piping wall penetrations in exposed, finished
locations. Use deep-pattern escutcheons if required to conceal protruding fittings.
Comply with escutcheon requirements specified in “Escutcheons for Plumbing Piping.”
E. Seal joints between sinks and counters, floors, and walls using sanitary-type, one-part,
mildew-resistant silicone sealant. Match sealant color to fixture color.
3.3 CLEANING AND PROTECTION
A. After completing installation of sinks, inspect and repair damaged finishes.
B. Clean sinks, faucets, and other fittings with manufacturers’ recommended cleaning
methods and materials.
C. Provide protective covering for installed sinks and fittings.
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CONDUIT
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 SECTION INCLUDES
A. Conduit, fittings and conduit bodies.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 CONDUIT REQUIREMENTS
A. Conduit Size: Comply with NFPA 70. Minimum size: ½ inch unless otherwise specified.
B. Underground Installations:
a. More than 5 feet from Foundation Wall: Use nonmetallic conduit.
b. Within 5 Feet from Foundation Wall: Use PVC coated rigid steel conduit.
c. Minimum Size: 1 inch.
d. Refer to Specification L-110 for installation requirements for underground
conduit.
C. Outdoor Locations Above Grade: Use rigid steel conduit.
D. Dry Locations:
a. Concealed: Use electrical metallic tubing.
b. Exposed: Use electrical metallic tubing.
2.2 METAL CONDUIT
A. Rigid Steel Conduit: ANSI C80.1.
B. Fittings and Conduit Bodies: NEMA FB 1; material to match conduit.
2.3 PVC COATED RIGID STEEL CONDUIT
A. Description: NEMA RN 1; rigid steel conduit with external PVC coating.
B. Fittings and Conduit Bodies: NEMA FB 1; steel fittings with external PVC coating to
match conduit.
2.4 FLEXIBLE METAL CONDUIT
A. Description: Interlocked steel or aluminum construction.
B. Fittings: NEMA FB 1.
2.5 LIQUIDTIGHT FLEXIBLE METAL CONDUIT
A. Description: Interlocked steel or aluminum construction with PVC jacket.
B. Fittings: NEMA FB 1.
2.6 ELECTRICAL METALLIC TUBING (EMT)
A. Description: ANSI C80.3; galvanized tubing
B. Fittings and Conduit Bodies: NEMA FB 1; steel type.
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2.7 NONMETALLIC CONDUIT
A. Description: NEMA TC1; Schedule 40 PVC
B. Fittings and Conduit Bodies: NEMA TC 3.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
A. Conduit may be exposed in utility areas, such as garage, storage, mechanical, and
electrical rooms. Conduit and cables shall be concealed in all other areas.
B. Do not support conduit with wire or perforated pipe straps. Remove wire used for
temporary supports.
C. Do not attach conduit to ceiling support wires.
D. Arrange conduit to maintain headroom and present neat appearance.
E. Ground and bond conduit.
F. Use Flexible conduit only for connections to equipment requiring flexibility, such as
transformers, air conditioning condensing units and ventilation fans.
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DOMESTIC WATER PIPING
SPECIALTIES PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
a. Vacuum breakers.
b. Water pressure reducing valves
c. Temperature actuated, water mixing valves
d. Strainers
e. Hose bibbs
f. Wall hydrants
g. Drain valves
h. Water hammer arresters
i. Trap seal primer valves
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR PIPING SPECIALTIES
A. Potable water piping and components shall comply with NSF 61 and NSF 14.
2.2 VACUUM BREAKERS
A. Pipe Applied, Atmospheric Type Vacuum Breakers: Standard ASSE 1001.
B. Hose Connection Vacuum Breakers: Standard ASSE 1011.
2.3 BACKFLOW PREVENTERS
A. Reduced Pressure Principle Backflow Preventers, RPBP: Standard ASSE 1013, Air-Gap
Fitting: ASME A112.1.2.
2.4 WATER PRESSURE REDUCING VALVES
A. Water Regulators: Standard ASSE 1003.
2.5 TEMPERATURE ACTUATED WATER MIXING VALVES
A. Water Temperature Limiting Devices: Standard ASSE 1017
2.6 HOSE BIBBS
A. Hose Bibbs
a. Outlet Connection: Garden-hose thread complying with ASME B1.20.7.
b. Vacuum Breaker: Integral non-removable, drainable, hose-connection vacuum
breaker complying with ASSE 1011.
c. Include operating key with each operating key hose bibb.
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2.6 WALL HYDRANTS
A. Vacuum Breaker Wall Hydrants, WH-1:
a. Standard: ASSE 1019, Type A or Type B
b. Type: Freeze-resistant, automatic draining with integral air-inlet valve.
c. Outlet: Exposed with garden-hose thread complying with ASME B1.20.7.
2.7 DRAIN VALVES
A. Ball Valve Type, Hose End Drain Valves: Standard MSS SP-110 for standard-port, two
piece ball valves.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
A. Install backflow preventers in each water supply to mechanical equipment and systems
and to other equipment and water systems that may be sources of contamination. Comply
with authorities having jurisdiction.
B. Install water regulators with inlet and outlet shutoff valves. Install pressure gages on inlet
and outlet.
C. Install Y-patterns strainers for water on supply side of each water pressure-reducing
valve.
3.2 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A. Perform the following tests and inspection: Test each reduced pressure principle
backflow preventer according to authorities having jurisdiction and the device’s reference
standard.
B. Domestic water piping specialties will be considered defective if they do not pass tests
and inspections.
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DOMESTIC WATER
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes under-building slab and above-ground domestic water pipes, tubes and
fittings inside buildings.
1.2 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS
A. System purging and disinfecting activities report.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 PIPING MATERIALS
A. Comply with requirements in “Piping Schedule” Article for applications of pipe, tube,
fitting materials, and joining methods for specific services, service locations and pipe
sizes.
2.2 COPPER TUBE AND FITTINGS
A. Hard Copper Tube: ASTM B 88, Type L water tube, drawn temper.
B. Soft Copper Tube: ASTM B 88, Type K water tube, annealed temper.
2.3 PEX TUBE AND FITTINGS
A. PEX Distribution System: ASTM F 877, SDR 9 tubing.
B. Fittings for PEX Tube: ASTM F 1807, metal-insert type with copper or stainless-steel
crimp rings and matching PEX tube dimensions.
C. Manifold: Multiple-outlet, plastic or corrosion-resistant-metal assembly complying with
ASTM F 877; with plastic or corrosion-resistant-metal valve for each outlet.
2.4 PIPING JOINING MATERIALS
A. Brazing Filler Metals: AWS A5.8/A5.8M, BCuP Series, copper-phosphorus alloys for
general-duty brazing unless otherwise indicated.
2.5 DIELECTRIC FITTINGS
A. General requirements: Assembly of copper alloy and ferrous materials with separating
nonconductive insulating material. Include end connections compatible with pipes to be
joined.
B. Dielectric Unions: a. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, available
manufacturers offering products that may be incorporated into the Work include, but are
not limited to the following:
a. Capitol Manufacturing Company; member of Phoenix Forge Group. ii. Central
Plastics Company
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b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
Hart Industries International, Inc.
Jomar International
Matco-Norca
McDonald, A.Y. Mfg. Co.
Watts; a division of Watts Water Technologies, Inc.
Wilkins; a Zurn company
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 PIPING INSTALLATION
A. Drawing plans, schematics, and diagrams indicate general location and arrangement of
domestic water piping. Indicated locations and arrangements are used to size pipe and
calculate friction loss, expansion, and other design considerations. Install piping as
indicated unless deviations to layout are approved on coordination drawings.
B. Rough-in domestic water piping for water-meter installation according to utility
company’s requirements.
C. Install seismic restrains on piping
D. Install piping concealed from view and protected from physical contact by building
occupants unless otherwise indicated and except in equipment rooms and service areas.
E. Install piping above accessible ceilings to allow sufficient space for ceiling panel removal
and coordinate with other services occupying that space. F. Install piping to permit valve
servicing.
G. Install nipples, unions, special fittings, and valves with pressure ratings the same as or
higher than the system pressure rating used in applications below unless otherwise
indicated.
H. Install piping free of sags and bends.
I. Install escutcheons for piping penetrations of walls, ceilings and floors. Comply with
requirements for escutcheons specified in “Escutcheons for Plumbing Piping.”
3.2 JOINT CONSTRUCTION
A. Ream ends of pipes and tubes and remove burrs. Bevel plain ends of steel pipe.
B. Remove scale, slag, dirt and debris from inside and outside of pipes, tubes and fittings
before assembly.
C. Threaded Joints: Thread pipe with tapered pipe threads according to ASME B1.20.1. Cut
threads full and clean using sharp dies. Ream threaded pipe ends to remove burrs and
restore full ID. Join pipe fittings and valves as follows:
a. Apply appropriate tape or thread compound to external pipe threads.
b. Damaged Threads: Do not use pipe or pipe fittings with threads that are corroded
or damaged.
c. Flanged Joints: Select appropriate asbestos-free, nonmetallic gasket material in
size, type and thickness suitable for domestic water service. Join flanges with
gasket and bolts according to ASME B31.9.
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d. Joints for Dissimilar-Material Piping: Make joints using adapters compatible with
materials of both piping systems.
3.3 DIELECTRIC FITTING INSTALLATION
A. Install dielectric fittings in piping at connections of dissimilar metal piping and tubing.
3.4 HANGER AND SUPPORT INSTALLATION
A. Install supports for vertical copper tubing every 10 feet.
B. Support piping and tubing not listed in this article according to MSS SP-69 and
manufacturer’s written instructions.
3.5 CONNECTIONS
A. Drawings indicate general arrangement of piping, fittings and specialties.
B. When installing piping adjacent to equipment and machines, allow space for service and
maintenance.
C. Connect domestic water piping to exterior water-service piping. Use transition fitting to
join dissimilar piping materials.
3.6 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A. Do not enclose, cover or put piping into operation until it has been inspected and
approved by authorities having jurisdiction.
B. During installation, notify authorities having jurisdiction at least one day before
inspection must be made. Perform tests specified below in presence of authorities having
jurisdiction.
a. Roughing-in Inspection: Arrange for inspection of piping before concealing or
closing in after roughing in and before setting fixtures.
b. Final Inspection: Arrange for authorities having jurisdiction to observe tests
specified in “Piping Tests” Subparagraph below and to ensure compliance with
requirements.
C. Reinspection: If authorities having jurisdiction find that piping will not pass tests or
inspections, make required corrections and arrange for reinspection.
D. Reports: Prepare inspection reports and have them signed by authorities having
jurisdiction.
E. Piping Tests:
a. Fill domestic water piping. Check components to determine that they are not air
bound and that piping is full of water.
b. Test for leaks and defects in new piping and parts of existing piping that have
been altered, extended, or repaired. If testing is performed in segments, submit a
separate report for each test, complete with diagram of portion of piping tested.
3.7 CLEANING
A. Clean and disinfect potable domestic water piping as follows:
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a. Purge new piping and parts of existing piping that have been altered, extended or
repaired before using.
b. Use purging and disinfecting procedures prescribed by authorities having
jurisdiction; if methods are not prescribed, use procedures described in either
AWWA C651 or AWWA C652 or follow procedures described below:
i. Flush piping system with clean, potable water until dirty water does not
appear at outlets.
ii. Fill and isolate system according to either of the following:
1. Fill system or part thereof with water/chlorine solution with at least
50 ppm of chlorine. Isolate with valves and allow to stand for 24
hours.
iii. Flush system with clean, potable water until no chlorine is in water
coming from system after the standing time.
iv. Repeat procedures if biological examination shows contamination.
v. Submit water samples in sterile bottles to authorities having jurisdiction.
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DOOR HARDWARE
1.1 SECTION INCLUDES
A. Commercial door hardware for the following:
a. Swinging doors.
b. Other doors to the extent indicated.
B. Cylinders for doors specified in other Sections.
1.2 REFERENCE STANDARDS
A. Division 08 Section “Hollow Metal Doors and Frames”
B. Division 08 Section “Overhead Coiling Doors”
C. Division 13 Section “Metal Building Systems”
1.3 ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS
A. Coordination:
a. Coordinate the manufacture, fabrication, and installation of products onto which
door hardware will be installed.
b. Convey owner’s keying requirements to manufacturer.
1.4 WARRANTY
A. Provide ten year warranty for mechanical hardware including closers, and exit devices;
provide two year warranty for electrified hardware.
B. Provide ten year warranty for Grade 1 locks and 2 year warranty for Grade 2 locks.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 DOOR HARDWARE – GENERAL
A. Provide all hardware specified or required to make doors fully functional, compliant with
applicable codes, and secure to the extent indicated.
B. Function: Lock and latch function numbers and descriptions of manufactures series as
listed in hardware schedule.
C. Electrically Operated and/or Controlled Hardware: Provide all power supplies, power
transfer hinges, relays, and interfaces required for proper operation; provide wiring
between hardware and control components and to building power connection. D. Finishes:
All door hardware the same finish unless otherwise indicated.
2.2 LOCKSETS
A. Acceptable Manufacturers – Locksets:
2.3 STOPS AND HOLDERS
A. Wall Stops: Surface mounted.
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B. Floor Stops: Surface mounted.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
A. Install hardware in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and applicable codes.
B. Install hardware on fire-rated doors and frames in accordance with code and NFPA 80.
C. Wherever cutting and fitting are required to install hardware on surfaces which are to be
painted or finished by others, coordinate removal, storage and reinstallation or
application of surface protections with finishing work specified in other Sections.
D. Set units level, plumb and true to line and location. Adjust and reinforce the attachment
substrate as required for proper installation and operation. E. Hinges:
a. Use two pair of hinges or two each intermediate pivots at doors 7.5 feet
high and over.
b. Use heavy weight 5 x 4/5 inch hinges at doors 3.5 feet wide and over. F.
Exit Devices:
c. Furnish glass bead kits at exit devices where required.
3.2 ADJUSTING
A. Adjust hardware for smooth operation.
B. Adjust closers with HVAC system out of operation and at full operation for proper
closing pressure.
C. Replace units which cannot be adjusted and lubricated to operate freely and smoothly.
D. Make final adjustments and lubrication immediately prior to final acceptance. Adjust
door control devices to compensate for final operation of heating and ventilation
equipment.
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ELECTRICAL SERVICE ENTRANCE
1.1 SECTION INCLUDES
A. Metering transformer cabinets.
B. Meter bases.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 COMPONENTS
A. Metering Transformer Cabinets: Sheet metal cabinet with hinged door, conforming to
utility company requirements, with provisions for locking and sealing.
a. Size: As required by utility
B. Meter Base: As required by utility company.
C. Other Components: As required by utility company.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 PREPARATION
A. Arrange with utility company to obtain permanent electric service to the Project.
B. Verify that field measurements are as indicated on utility company drawings.
3.2 INSTALLATION
A. Install metering transformer cabinets; and meter base as required by utility company.
B. Install securely, in a neat and workmanlike manner, as specified in NECA 1.
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ESCUTCHEONS FOR PLUMBING PIPING
1.1 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes: Escutcheons and Floor Plates.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 ESCUTCHEONS
A. One-piece, cast-brass type: with polished, chrome-plated finish and setscrew fastener.
B. One-piece, stamped-steel type: with chrome-plated finish and spring-clip fasteners.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
A. Install escutcheons for piping penetrations of walls, ceilings, and finished floors.
B. Install escutcheons with ID to closely fit around pipe, tube and insulation of piping and
with OD that completely covers opening.
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GENERAL-DUTY VALVES FOR PLUMBING
PIPING
1.1 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. ASME Compliance: ASME B16.10 and ASME B 16.34 for ferrous valve dimensions and
design criteria.
B. NSF Compliance: NSF 61 for valve materials for potable-water service.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR VALVES
A. Valve Pressure and Temperature Ratings: Not less than indicated and as required for
system pressures and temperatures.
B. Valve Sizes: Same as upstream piping unless otherwise indicated.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 VALVE INSTALLATION
A. Locate valves for easy access and provide separate support where necessary.
B. Install valves in horizontal piping with stem at or above center of pipe.
C. Install valves in position to allow full stem movement.
3.2 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR VALVE APPLICATIONS
A. If valve applications are not indicated, use the following:
a. Shutoff Service: Ball valves.
b. Throttling Service: Ball valves.
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GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
1.1 SECTION INCLUDES
A. Grounding and bonding components
B. Provide all components necessary to complete the grounding system(s) consisting of:
a. Building structural steel.
b. Concrete-encased electrode.
c. Rod electrodes.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 ELECTRODES
A. Rod Electrodes: Copper-clad steel.
a. Diameter: ¾ inch.
b. Length: 10 feet
2.2 CONNECTORS AND ACCESSORIES
A. Mechanical Connectors: Bronze.
B. Wire: Stranded or solid copper.
C. Grounding Electrode Conductor: Size to meet NFPA 70 requirements.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Verify existing conditions prior to beginning work.
B. Verify that final backfill and compaction has been completed before driving rod
electrodes.
3.2 INSTALLATION
A. Install ground electrodes at locations indicated.
B. Provide grounding electrode conductor and connect to reinforcing steel in foundation
footing Bond steel together.
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HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR HVAC
PIPING AND EQUIPMENT
1.1 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
A. Structural Performance: Hangers and supports for HVAC piping and equipment shall
withstand the effects of gravity loads and stresses within limits and under conditions
indicated according to ASCE/SEI 7.
a. Design equipment supports capable of supporting combined operating weight of
supported equipment and connected systems and components.
b. Design seismic-restraint hangers and supports for piping and equipment and
obtain approval from authorities having jurisdiction.
c. Design Spectral Response Acceleration at 1-Second Period: 0.17
1.2 ACTION SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: For each product indicated.
B. Shop Drawings: Signed and sealed by a qualified professional engineer. Show fabrication
and installation details and include calculations for the following: include Product Data
for components: Equipment supports.
C. Delegated-Design Submittal: For trapeze hangers indicated to comply with performance
requirements and design criteria, including analysis data signed and sealed by the
qualified professional engineer responsible for their preparation.
1.3 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS
A. Welding certificates
PART 2 EXECUTION
2.1 HANGER AND SUPPORT INSTALLATION
A. Metal Pipe-Hanger Installation: Comply with MSS SP-69 and MSS SP-89. Install
hangers, supports, clamps and attachments as required to properly support piping from
the building structure.
B. Install hangers and supports complete with necessary attachments, inserts, bolts, rods,
nuts, washers and other accessories.
C. Install hangers and supports to allow controlled thermal and seismic movement of piping
systems, to permit freedom of movement between pipe anchors and to facilitate action of
expansion joints, expansion loops, expansion bends and similar units.
D. Install lateral bracing with pipe hangers and supports to prevent swaying.
E. Load Distribution: Install hangers and supports so that piping live and dead loads and
stresses from movement will not be transmitted to connected equipment.
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2.2 EQUIPMENT SUPPORTS
A. Fabricate structural-steel stands to suspend equipment from structure overhead or to
support equipment above floor. Provide lateral bracing, to prevent swaying for equipment
supports.
2.3 HANGER AND SUPPORT SCHEDULE
A. Specific hanger and support requirements are in Sections specifying piping systems and
equipment.
B. Use nonmetallic coatings on attachments for electrolytic protection where attachments
are in direct contact with copper tubing.
C. Pipe saddle Supports (MSS Type 36): For support of pipes NPS 4 to NPS 36, with steel
pipe base stanchion support and cast-iron floor flange or carbon-steel plate.
D. Pipe Stanchion Saddles (MSS Type 37): For support of pipes NPS 4 to NPS 36 with steel
pipe base stanchion support and cast iron floor flange or carbon steel plate and with Ubolt
to retain pipe.
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HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR PLUMBING
PIPING AND EQUIPMENT
PART 1 EXECUTION
1.1 HANGER AND SUPPORT INSTALLATION
A. Pipe Positioning-System Installation: Install support devices to make rigid supply and
waste piping connections to each plumbing fixture.
B. Install hangers and supports to allow controlled thermal and seismic movement of piping
systems, to permit freedom of movement between pipe anchors, and to facilitate action of
expansion joints, expansion loops, expansion bends, and similar units.
C. Install lateral bracing with pipe hangers and supports to prevent swaying.
1.2 EQUIPMENT SUPPORTS
A. Fabricate structural-steel stands to suspend equipment from structure overhead or to
support equipment above floor.
B. Grouting: Place grout under supports for equipment and make bearing surface smooth.
C. Provide lateral bracing, to prevent swaying, for equipment supports.
1.3 HANGAR AND SUPPORT SCHEDULE
A. Specific hanger and support requirements are in Sections specifying piping systems and
equipment.
B. Use nonmetallic coatings on attachments for electrolytic protection where attachments
are in direct contact with copper tubing.
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HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR ELCTRICAL
SYSTEMS
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 SECTION INCLUDES
A. Conduit and equipment supports
B. Anchors and fasteners
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 MATERIALS
A. Hangers, Supports, Anchors and Fasteners – General: Corrosion-resistant materials of
size and type adequate to carry the loads of equipment and conduit, including weight of
wire in conduit.
B. Supports: Fabricated of structural steel or formed steel members.
C. Anchors and Fasteners:
a. Obtain permission from Engineer before using powder-actuated anchors.
b. Concrete Structural Elements: Use precast inserts or expansion anchors.
c. Steel Structural Elements: Use beam clamps steel spring clips or welded fasteners.
d. Concrete Surfaces: Use self-drilling anchors or expansion anchors.
e. Hollow Masonry, Plaster, and Gypsum Board Partitions: Use toggle bolts.
f. Solid Masonry Walls, Use expansion anchors or preset inserts.
g. Sheet Metal: Use sheet metal screws.
h. Wood elements: Use wood screws.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
A. Install hangers and supports as required to adequately and securely support electrical
system components, in a neat and workmanlike manner, as specified in NECA 1.
a. Do not fasten supports to pipes, ducts, mechanical equipment or conduit.
b. Do not drill or cut structural members
B. Install surface-mounted cabinets and panel boards with minimum of four anchors.
C. Use sheet metal channel to bridge studs above and below cabinets and panel boards
recessed in hollow partitions.
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HOLLOW METAL DOORS AND FRAMES
PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 SECTION INCLUDES
A. Standard hollow metal doors and frames.
1.02 REFERENCE STANDARDS
A. ANSI/ICC a117.1 – American National Standard for Accessible and Usable Buildings
and Facilities; International Code Council.
B. ANSI A250.8 – SDI-100 Recommended Specifications for Standard Steel Doors and
Frames.
C. ANSI A250.10 – Test Procedure and Acceptance Criteria for Prime Painted Steel
Surfaces for Steel Doors and Frames.
D. ASTM A653/A653M – Standard Specification for Steel Sheet, Zinc-Coated (Galvanized)
or Zin-Iron Alloy-Coated (Galvannealed) by the Hot-Dip Process.
E. ASM C1363 – Standard Test Method for Thermal Performance of Building Assemblies
by Means of a Hot Box Apparatus.
F. BHMA A156.115 – Hardware Preparation in Steel Doors and Steel Frames.
G. NAAMM HMMA 840 – Guide Specifications for Installation and Storage of Hollow
Metal Doors and Frames; The National Association of Architectural Metal Manufacturers.
1.03 ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS
A. Coordination:
a. Coordinate with wall construction for anchor placement.
b. Coordinate installation of hardware.
1.04 SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: Materials and details of design and construction, hardware locations,
reinforcement type and locations, anchorage and fastening methods, and finishes.
B. Shop Drawings: Details of each opening, showing elevations, glazing, frame profiles, and
identifying location of different finishes, if any.
a. Elevations of each door design.
b. Details of doors, including vertical and horizontal edge details and metal
thicknesses.
c. Frame details for each frame type, including dimensioned profiles and metal
thicknesses.
d. Locations of reinforcement and preparations for hardware.
e. Details of each different wall opening condition.
f. Details of anchorages, joints, field splices, and connections.
g. Details of accessories.
h. Details of moldings and removable stops.
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1.05 COORDINATION
A. Coordinate installation of anchorages for hollow metal frames. Furnish setting drawings,
templates, and directions for installing anchorages, including sleeves, concrete inserts,
anchor bolts, and items with integral anchors. Deliver such items to Project site in time
for installation.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 DOORS AND FRAMES
A. Requirements for All Doors and Frames:
a. Accessibility: Comply with ANSI/ICC A117.1.
b. Door Top Closures: Flush with top of faces and edges.
c. Door Edge Profile: Beveled on both edges.
d. Door Texture: Smooth faces.
e. Hardware Preparation: In accordance with BHMA A156.115, with reinforcement
welded in place, in addition to other requirements specified in door grade
standard.
f. Finish: Factory primed, for field finishing.
2.2 STEEL DOORS
A. Exterior Doors:
a. Grade: ANSI A250.8 Level 3, physical performance Level A, Model 1, full flush.
b. Core: Polystyrene foam.
c. Thickness: 1-3/4 inches
d. Galvanizing: All components hot-dipped zinc-iron alloy-coated (galvannealed) in
accordance with ASTM A653/A653M, with manufacturer’s standard coating
thickness.
e. Insulating Value: U-value of 0.70, when tested in accordance with ASTM C1363.
2.3 STEEL FRAMES A.
General:
a. Comply with the requirements of grade specified for corresponding door, except:
i. Frames for Wood Doors: Comply with frame requirements specified in
ANSI A250.8 for level 1, 16 gage.
ii. Frames for Doors Greater than 48 inches wide: 14 gage
b. Finish: Same as for door.
c. Provide mortar guard boxes for hardware cut-outs in frames to be installed in
masonry or to be grouted.
B. Exterior Door Frames: Fully welded type.
f. Galvanizing: All components hot-dipped zinc-iron alloy-coated (galvannealed) in
accordance with ASTM A653/A653M, with manufacturer’s standard coating
thickness.
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2.4 FINISH MATERIALS
A. Primer: Rust-inhibiting, complying with ANSI A250.10, door manufacturer’s standard.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 ADJUSTING
A. Adjust for smooth and balanced door movement.
B. Final Adjustments: Check and readjust operating hardware items immediately before
final inspection. Leave work in complete and property operating condition. Remove and
replace defective work, including hollow metal work that is warped, bowed, or otherwise
unacceptable.
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HVAC POWER VENTILATORS
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 ACTION SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: For each type of product indicated.
B. Shop Drawings: Include plans, elevations, sections, details, and attachments to other
work.
a. Detail equipment assemblies and indicate dimensions, weights, loads, required
clearances, method of field assembly, components, and location and size of each
field connection.
b. Wiring Diagrams: For power, signal and control wiring.
c. Vibration Isolation Base Details: Detail fabrication including anchorages and
attachments to structure and to supported equipment. Include adjustable motor
bases, rails and frames for equipment mounting.
d. Design Calculations: Calculate requirements for selecting vibration isolators and
seismic restraints and for designing vibration isolation bases.
1.2 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS
A. Operation and maintenance data.
1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Electrical Components, Devices and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA
70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 CEILING-MOUNTED VENTILATORS
A. Electrical Requirements: Junction box for electrical connection on housing and receptacle
for motor plug-in.
2.2 SOURCE QUALITY CONTROL
A. Certify fan performance ratings, including flow rate, pressure, power, air density, speed of
rotation and efficiency by factory tests according to AMCA 210, “Laboratory Methods of
Testing Fans for Aerodynamic Performance Rating.” Label fans with the AMCACertified
Ratings Seal.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 CONNECTIONS
A. Drawings indicate general arrangement of ducts and duct accessories. Make final duct
connections with flexible connectors. Flexible connectors are specified in “Air Duct
Accessories.”
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B. Ground equipment according to “Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems.”
3.2 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A. Perform tests and inspections.
3.3 ADJUSTING
A. Adjust damper linkages for proper damper operation.
B. Lubricate bearings
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IDENTIFICATION FOR HVAC PIPING AND
EQUIPMENT
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes: Equipment labels, warning signs and labels and duct labels
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 EQUIPMENT LABELS
A. Label Content: Include equipment’s Drawing designation or unique equipment number,
Drawing numbers where equipment is indicated (plans, details and schedules), plus the
Specification Section number and title where equipment is specified.
B. Equipment Label Schedule: For each item of equipment to be labeled, on 8-1/2-by11inch bond paper. Tabulate equipment identification number and identify Drawing
numbers where equipment is indicated (plans, details and schedules), plus the
specification section number and title where equipment is specified. Equipment schedule
shall be included in operation and maintenance data.
2.2 WARNING SIGNS AND LABELS
A. Minimum Label Size: Length and width vary for required label content, but not less than
2-1/2 by 3/4 inch.
B. Minimum Letter Size: 1/4 inch for name of units if viewing distance is less than 24
inches, 1/2 inch for viewing distances up to 72 inches and proportionately large lettering
for greater viewing distances. Include secondary lettering two-thirds to three-fourths the
size of principal lettering.
2.3 DUCT LABELS
A. Minimum Label Size: Length and width vary for required label content, but not less than
2-1/2 by 3/4 inch.
B. Minimum Letter Size: 1/4 inch for name of units if viewing distance is less than 24
inches, 1/2 inch for viewing distances up to 72 inches and proportionately large lettering
for greater viewing distances. Include secondary lettering two-thirds to three-fourths the
size of principal lettering.
C. Duct Label Contents: Include identification of duct service using same designations or
abbreviations as used on Drawings, duct size and an arrow indicating flow direction.
a. Flow-Direction Arrows: Integral with duct system service lettering to
accommodate both directions, or as separate unit on each duct label to indicate
flow direction.
b. Lettering Size: at least 1-1/2 inches high.
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PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 PREPARATION
A. Clean piping and equipment surfaces of substances that could impair bond identification
devices, including dirt, oil, grease, release agents, and incompatible primers, paints and
encapsulants.
3.2 EQUIPMENT LABEL INSTALLATION
A. Install or permanently fasten labels on each major item of mechanical equipment.
B. Locate equipment labels where accessible and visible.
3.3 DUCT LABEL INSTALLATION
A. Locate labels near points where ducts enter into concealed spaces and at maximum
intervals of 50 feet in each space where ducts are exposed or concealed by removable
ceiling system.
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IDENTIFICATION FOR PLUMBING PIPING
AND EQUIPMENT
PART 1 PRODUCTS
1.1 EQUIPMENT LABELS
A. Plastic Labels for Equipment:
a. Letter color: White
b. Background Color: Black
c. Maximum Temperature: Able to withstand temperatures up to 160° F.
1.2 PIPE LABELS
A. General Requirements for Manufactured Pipe Labels: Preprinted, color-coded, with
lettering indicating service, and showing flow direction.
PART 2 EXECUTION
2.1 EQUIPMENT LABEL INSTALLATION
A. Install or permanently fasten labels on each major item of mechanical equipment.
B. Locate equipment labels where accessible and visible.
2.2 PIPE LABEL INSTALLATION
A. Locate pipe labels where piping is exposed or above accessible ceilings in finished spaces;
machine rooms; accessible maintenance spaces such as shafts, tunnels and plenums; and
exterior exposed locations as follows:
a. Near each valve and control device
b. Near each branch connection, excluding short takeoffs for fixtures and terminal
units. Where flow pattern is not obvious, mark each pipe at branch.
c. Near penetrations through walls, floors, ceilings, and inaccessible enclosures.
d. At access doors, manholes and similar access points that permit view of
concealed piping.
e. Near major equipment items and other points of origination and termination.
f. Spaced at maximum intervals of 50 feet along each run. Reduce intervals to 25
feet in areas of congested piping and equipment.
g. On piping above removable acoustical ceilings. Omit intermediately spaced
labels.
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INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL FOR
HVAC
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 ACTION SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: For each control device indicated.
B. Shop Drawings:
a. Schematic flow diagrams
b. Power, signal and control wiring diagrams
c. Details of control panel faces
1.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Electrical Components, Devices and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA
70, Article 100, by a testing agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction, and
marked for intended use.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURERS
A. Available Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, manufacturers
offering products that may be incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to,
manufacturers specified.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
A. Verify location of thermostats, humidistats and other exposed control sensors with
Drawings and room details before installation. Install devices 48 inches above the floor.
B. Install guards on thermostats in entrances and public areas.
3.2 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A. Test and adjust controls and safeties.
B. Test each system for compliance with sequence of operation.
3.3 DEMONSTRATION
A. Engage a factory-authorized service representative to train Owner’s maintenance
personnel to adjust, operate and maintain HVAC instrumentation and controls.
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LOW-VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER
CONDUCTORS AND CABLES
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 SECTION INCLUDES
A. Wire and cable for 600 volts and less
B. Wiring connectors and connections
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 WIRING REQUIREMENTS
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
H.
Concealed Dry Interior Locations: Use only building wire in raceway or metal clad cable.
Exposed Dry Interior Locations: Use only building wire in raceway.
Above Accessible Ceilings: Use only building wire in raceway or metal clad cable.
Wet or Damp Interior Locations: Use only building wire in raceway.
Exterior Locations: Use only building wire in raceway.
Underground Installations: Use only building wire in raceway.
Use 10 AWG conductors for 20 ampere, 120 volt branch circuits longer than 100 feet.
Conductor sizes are based on copper unless indicated as aluminum or “AL”.
2.2 BUILDING WIRE
A.
B.
C.
D.
Description: Single conductor insulated wire.
Conductor: Copper unless indicated as aluminum or “AL”.
Insulation Voltage Rating: 600 volts.
Insulation: NFPA 70 Type THHN/THWN or Type XHHW.
2.3 METAL CLAD CABLE
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
Description: NFPA 70, Type MC.
Conductor: Copper
Insulation Voltage Rating: 600 volts.
Insulation Temperature Rating: 90 degrees C.
Armor Material: Steel or Aluminum.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A.
B.
C.
D.
Verify that interior of building has been protected from weather.
Verify that mechanical work likely to damage wire and cable has been completed.
Verify that raceway installation is complete and supported.
Verify that field measurements are as indicated.
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3.2 INSTALLATION
A. Install wire and cable securely, in a neat and workmanlike manner, as specified in NECA
B. Route wire and cable as required to meet project conditions.
a. Wire and cable routing indicated is approximate unless dimensioned.
b. Where wire and cable destination is indicated and routing is not shown, determine
exact routing and lengths required.
C. Use wiring methods indicated.
D. Protect exposed cable from damage.
E. Support cables above accessible ceiling, using spring metal clips or metal cable ties to
support cables from structure or ceiling suspension system. Do not rest cable on ceiling
panels.
F. Use suitable cable fittings and connectors.
G. Neatly train and lace wiring inside boxes, equipment and panel boards.
H. Terminate aluminum conductors with tin-plated aluminum-bodied compression
connections only.
I. Use insulated spring wire connectors with plastic caps for copper conductor splices and
taps, 10 AWG and smaller.
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METAL BUILDING SYSTEMS
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 SECTION INCLUDES
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
Clear span rigid frame, Gable (RCG).
Bay spacing as shown on drawings.
Roof Slope: 1 in 12.
Primary Framing: Rigid frame of rafter beams and columns.
Secondary Framing: Purlins, girts, eave struts, flange bracing, and other items detailed.
Lateral Bracing: Horizontal loads not resisted by main frame action shall be resisted by
rod and/or diaphragm, portal frames, fixed base columns in the sidewall. Diaphragm
and/or rod, portal frame, fixed base columns in the endwall. Rod and/or diaphragm in the
roof.
G. Wall and Roof System: Preformed steel panels, insulation, liner sheets and accessory
components.
H. Accessories: Ventilators, louvers, windows, doors, hardware.
1.2 REFERENCE STANDARDS
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
H.
I.
J.
K.
AISI S100, North American Specification for the Design of Cold-Formed Steel
Structural Members, Washington, D.C., 2007 (with Supplement No. 2, dated 2010).
AISC 360, Specification for Structural Steel Buildings, American Institute of Steel
Construction, Chicago, IL 2010.
AISC, Steel Design Guide Series 3, Serviceability Design Considerations for Low-Rise
Buildings, Chicago, IL Second Edition, 2003.
ANSI/ASHRAE/IESNA Standard 90.1, Energy Standard for Buildings Except LowRise Residential Buildings, Atlanta, GA 2010.
ASTM A36-08, Standard “Specification for Carbon Structural Steel,” West
Conshohocken, PA.
ASTM A123.08, Standard “Specification for Zinc (Hot-Dip Galvanized) Coatings on
Iron and Steel Products,” West Conshohocken, PA.
ASTM A153-05, Standard “Specification for Zinc Coating (Hot Dip) on Iron and Steel
Hardware,” West Conshohocken, PA.
ASTM A307-07b, Standard “Specification for Carbon Steel Bolts and Studs, 60,000 psi
Tensile Strength,” West Conshohocken, PA.
ASTM A32510, Standard “Specification for Structural Bolts, Steel, Heat Treated,
120/105ksi Minimum Tensile Strength,” West Conshohocken, PA.
ASTM A463-06, Standard “Specification for Steel Sheet, Aluminum-Coated, by the
HotDip Process, West Conshohocken, PA, 2006.
ASTM A475-03(2009), Standard “Specification for Zinc-Coated Steel Wire Strand,”
West Conshohocken, PA.
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ASTM A49010a, Standard “Specification for Heat Treated Steel Structural Bolts,
150ksi Minimum Tensile Strength,” West Conshohocken, PA.
ASTM A50010, Standard “Specification for Cold-Formed Welded and Seamless
Carbon Steel Structural Tubing in Rounds and Shapes,” West Conshohocken, PA.
ASTM A501-07, Standard “Specification for Hot-Formed Welded and Seamless
Carbon Steel Structural Tubing,” West Conshohocken, PA.
ASTM A529-05(2009), Standard “Specification for High-Strength Carbon-Manganese
Steel of Structural Quality,” West Conshohocken, PA.
ASTM A572-07, Standard “Specification for High-Strength Low-Alloy
ColumbiumVanadium Structural Steel,” West Conshohocken, PA.
ASTM A653-08, Standard “Specification for Steel Sheet, Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) or
Zinc-Iron Alloy-Coated (Galvannealed) by the Hot-Dip Process,” West Conshohocken,
PA.
ASTM A792-08, Standard “Specification for Steel Sheet, 55% Aluminum-Zinc
AlloyCoated by the Hot-Dip Process,” West Conshohocken, PA.
ASTM A1011-08, Standard “Specification for Steel Sheet and Strip Hot Rolled Carbon,
Structural High Strength Low-Alloy and High Strength Low-Alloy with Improved
Formability,” West Conshohocken, PA.
ASTM C665-06, Standard “Specification for Mineral-Fiber Blanket Thermal Insulation
for Light Frame Construction and Manufactured Housing,” West Conshohocken, PA.
ASTM D1494-97(2008), Standard “Test Method for Diffused Light Transmission
Factor of Reinforced Plastic panels,” West Conshohocken, PA.
ASTM E1514-98(2003), Standard “Specification for Structural Standing Seam Steel
Roof panel Systems,” West Conshohocken, PA.
ASTM E159205, Standard “Test Method for Structural Performance of Sheet Metal
Roof and Siding Systems by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference,” West
Conshohocken, PA.
ASTM E1646-95(2003), Standard “Test Method for Water Penetration of Exterior
Metal Roof Panel Systems by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference,” West
Conshohocken, PA.
ASTM E1680-95(2003), Standard “Test Method of Rate of Air Leakage through
Exterior Metal Roof Panel Systems,” West Conshohocken, PA.
AWS A2.4, Standard Welding Symbols, Miami, FL, 1998.
AWS D1.1, Structural Welding Code – Steel, Miami, FL, 2010.
AWS D1.3, Structural Welding Code- Sheet Steel, Miami, FL, 1998.
MBMA, Metal Building Systems Manual, Metal Building Manufacturers Association,
Cleveland, OH, 2012.
NAIMA 202, Standard for Flexible Fiberglass Insulation Systems in Metal Buildings,
2000.
SJI, (Steel Joist Institute) – Standard Specifications, Load Tables and Weight Tables for
Steel Joists and Joist Girders, 42nd Edition.
SSPC, (Society for Protective Coatings) – SP-2 – Specifications for Hand Tool
Cleaning, 2004 (Part of Steel Structures Painting Manual, Vol. Two)
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GG. SSPC, - Paint 15 – Steel Joist Shop Primer/Metal Building Primer; Society for
Protective Coatings; 2004 (Part of Steel Structures Painting Manual, Vol. Two)
HH. SSPC – Paint 20 – Zinc-Rich Primers (Type 1, “Inorganic,” and Type II, “Organic”);
Society for Protective Coatings; 1991 (Part of Steel Structures Painting Manual, Vol.
Two). II. UL580, - Tests for Uplift Resistance of Roof Assemblies, 2006 (with
Revisions through July 2009).
1.3 DESIGN REQUIREMENTS
The building shall be designed by the Manufacturer as a complete system. All components of the
system shall be supplied or specified by the same manufacturer.
A. The building shall be designed by the Manufacturer as a complete system. All
components of the system shall be supplied or specified by the same manufacturer. B.
Design Loads:
a. Dead Load – Weight of the building system and components as determined by
manufacturer.
b. Roof Live Load – 20 PSF
c. Design Loads:
i. Dead Load – Weight of the building system and components as determined
by manufacturer.
ii. Roof Live Load – 20 PSF
iii. Collateral Loan – Per Manufacturer.
iv. Roof Snow Load:
1. Ground Snow Load – 43 psf.
2. Roof Snow Load – 30 psf.
v. Wind Load:
1. Wind Speed – 90.
2. Wind Exposure – C.
vi. Seismic Load:
1. Spectral response acceleration for short periods (Ss) – 1.472 g
2. Spectral response acceleration for 1-sec. period (S1) – 0.499 g
3. Site Class – D
1.4 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit plans and design to owner.
B. Product Data: Manufacturer’s data sheets on each product to be used, including:
a. Preparation instructions and recommendations
b. Installation methods.
C. Shop Drawings: Provide complete erection drawings for the property identification and
assembly of all building components. Drawings will show anchor bolt settings, transverse
cross-sections, sidewall, endwall and roof framing, flashing and sheeting, and accessory
installation details.
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D. Certifications: Shop drawings and design analysis shall bear the seal of a registered
professional engineer upon request. Design analysis shall be on file and furnished by
manufacturer upon request.
E. Preventative Maintenance Manual.
F. Welder’s Certifications: Certification of welder qualifications shall be furnished as
specified by the Project Engineer.
G. Submit certification verifying that the metal roof system has been tested and approved by
Underwriter’s Laboratory as Class 90.
1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Manufacturer/Fabricator Qualifications: (US) All primary products specified in this
section will be supplied by a single IAS AC 472 Accredited Manufacturer/Fabricator
with a minimum of five (5) years’ experience.
B. Weldments/Welder/Weld Inspection Qualifications: (US) Welding inspection and
welding inspector qualification for structural steel shall be in accordance with AWS D1.1,
“Structural Welding Code – Steel”, latest edition. Welding inspection and welding
inspector qualification for cold-formed steel shall be in accordance with AWS D1.3,
“Structural Welding Code – Sheet Steel”, latest edition.
C. Design: Standard drawings and design analysis must bear the seal of a registered
professional engineer. Design analysis must be on file and furnished by manufacturer
upon request.
D. Metal building contractor shall verify that field measurements are as indicated on
erection drawings and as instructed by the manufacturer.
1.6 WARRANTY
A. Building System Warranty
a. Furnish manufacturer’s standard warranty for the metal building system,
excluding paint.
b. The manufacturer shall warranty the metal building system against failure due to
defective material or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from date of
shipment.
c. The liability under this warranty shall be limited to furnishing, but not
dismantling or installing, necessary replacement material F.O.B. manufacturer’s
plant. In no event shall the manufacturer be liable for loss of profits or other
incidental, consequential or special damages.
B. Standing Seam Roof Weather tightness Warranty
a. Furnish manufacturer’s weather tightness warranty for a maximum of 20 years
against leaks in standing seam roof panels, arising out of or caused by ordinary
wear and tear under normal weather and atmospheric conditions.
C. Roof and Wall Paint Finish Warranty
a. Paint Systems
i. Furnish manufacturer’s standard warranty for the metal panel paint
system against chipping, peeling, blistering, fading in excess of 5 NBS
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Hunter units as set forth in ASTM-D-2244, and chalking in excess of 8
units as set forth in ASM-D-4214.
ii. The warranty shall be for a period of 30 years from the date of shipment
for PVDF paint systems.
iii. The warranty shall be for a period of 25 years from the date of shipment
for silicone-polyester paint systems.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURERS
A. Acceptable Manufacturer:
a. Nucor Building Systems
b. NCI Building systems, Inc.
c. Alliance Steel, Inc.
d. Butler Manufacturing Co. (www.butlermfg.com)
e. Ceco Building Systems (www.cecobuildings.com)
f. Gulf States Manufacturers. (www.gulfstatesmanufacturers.com)
g. Kirby Building Systems, Inc. (www.kirbybuildingsystems.com)
h. Mid-West Steel Building Company (www.mid-weststeel.com)
i. Robertson Buildings (www.robertsonbuildings.com)
j. Star Building Systems (www.starbuildings.com)
k. Substitutions: See section 01 60 00.
2.2 MATERIALS
A. Primary Framing Steel:
a. Steel for hot rolled shapes must conform to the requirements of ASTM
Specifications A-36, A-572 or A-992, with minimum yield of 36 or 50ksi,
respectively.
b. Steel for built-up sections must conform to the requirements of ASTM A-1011,
A-1018, A-529, A-572 or A-36 as applicable, with minimum yield of 42, 46, 50
or 55ksi as indicated by the design requirements.
c. Round tube must conform to the requirements of ASTM A-500 Grade B with
minimum yield strength of 42ksi.
d. Square and Rectangular Tube must conform to the requirements of ASTM A-500
Grade B with a minimum yield strength of 46ksi.
e. Steel for Cold-Formed Endwall “C” sections must conform to the requirements of
ASTM A-1011 or A-1039 Grade 55, or ASTM A-653 Grade 55 with minimum
yield strength of 55ksi.
f. X-bracing will conform to ASTM A-36 or ASTM A-529 for rod and angle
bracing or ASTM A-475 for cable bracing.
B. Secondary Framing Steel
a. Steel used to form purlins, girts, and eave struts must meet the requirements of
ASTM A-1011 or ASM A-1039 Grade 55 for primed material or ASTM A-653
Grade 55 for galvanized material with a minimum yield of 55ksi.
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b. Design Thicknesses – Gauge to be determined by design to meet specified
loading conditions.
C. Panels:
a. Galvanized G90 Exterior-Side and G60 Interior-Side.
b. Standing Seam Panels must have 50% minimum aluminum-zinc alloy-coating
and conform to ASTM A-792 or ASTM A-653 with a minimum yield of 50ksi.
c. Through-fastened panels must have 50% minimum aluminum-zinc alloy coating
and conform to ASTM A-792 or ASTM A-653 with a minimum yield of 50ksi.
d. Panel Finish: Modified Siliconized Polyester paint system with a 25-year finish
warranty.
D. Panel Fasteners:
a. Painted finished roof panels: Long Life Cast Zinc head.
b. For wall panels: Coated carbon steel.
c. Color of exposed fastener heads to match the wall and roof panel finish.
d. Concealed Fasteners: Self-drilling type of size required.
E. Flashing and Trim: Match material, finish, and color of adjacent components. Provide
trim at rakes, including peak and corner assemblies, high and low eaves, corners, bases,
framed openings and as required or specified to provide weather-tightness and a finished
appearance.
F. Roof Clips
a. Short or Tall Fixed clips shall be either 3 ½ inches or 4 ½ inches in height. Used
for applications where only a moderate amount of thermal expansion and
contraction in the roof panel is expected. Size and design o maintain load and
weather tightness requirements.
b. Short or Tall Sliding clips shall be either 3 ½ inches or 4 ½ inches in height and
provide either 1-7/8 inches or 3-7/8 inches of travel for panel thermal expansion
and contraction, depending on clip choice. Size and design to maintain load and
weather tightness requirements.
G. Sealant And Closures
a. Sidelaps: Factory applied non-skinning Butyl mastic.
b. Endlaps, Eave, Ridge Assembly, and Gable Flashings: Field applied 100% solids
butyl-based elastomeric tape sealant, furnished in pre-cut lengths.
c. Outside Closures: Closed-cell, plastic or metal
d. Inside Closures: Closed-cell, plastic or metal
2.3 PRIMARY FRAMING
A. Rigid Frames: Fabricated as welded built-up “I” sections or hot-rolled sections.
a. Frame Design: Gable Symmetrical
b. Frame Type: Clear-Span
B. Rigid Frame Columns: Tapered
C. Rigid Frame Rafters: Tapered
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D. Endwall Frames/Roof Beams: Fabricated as mill-rolled sections or built-up “I” sections
depending on design requirements. Fabricate endwall columns of cold-formed “C”
sections, mill-rolled sections, or built-up “I” sections depending on design requirements.
E. Field Bolted Connections: All field bolted connections shall be designed and detailed
utilizing ASTM A-325 or A-490 depending on design requirement.
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2.4 SECONDARY FRAMING
A. Purlins and Girts: Purlins and girts shall be cold-formed “Z” sections with stiffened
flanges. Flange stiffeners shall be sized to comply with the requirements of the latest
edition of AISI and LGSI. They shall be pre-punched at the factory to provide for field
bolting to the rigid frames. They shall be simple or continuous span as required by design.
Connection bolts will install through the purlin/girt webs, nor purlin/girt flanges.
B. Purlins (Excluding Open Web Joints): Horizontal structural members which support roof
coverings.
a. Depth: To be determined by design (8”, 10” or 12”)
b. Maximum Length: To be determined by design.
c. Finish: Red Oxide Primer.
C. Girts: Horizontal structural members that support vertical panels.
a. Depth: To be determined by design (8”, 10” or 12”)
b. Maximum Length: To be determined by design
c. Finish: Red Oxide Primer.
D. Eave Struts: Unequal flange, cold-formed “C” sections or “Z” purlins
a. Depth: To be determined by design (8”, 10” or 12”)
b. Maximum Length: To be determined by design.
c. Finish: Red Oxide Primer.
E. Base Framing: Base members to which the base of the wall covering may be attached to
the perimeter of the slab. Secured to the concrete slab with mechanical anchors.
a. Formed base sill
b. Base channel with flashing
c. Finish: Red Oxide Primer
F. Roof joist system. Open web, parallel chord, simple span load carrying members suitable
for the direct support of roof systems utilizing material sizes and yield strengths as
required.
a. Bridging: Attached per manufacturer’s recommendations
b. Joist Attachment: Attached per manufacturer’s recommendations
c. Open web members shall be fabricated of material that conforms to the material
specifications designated by the Steel Joist Institute as acceptable for this product.
2.5 ROOF PANELS
A through-fastened roof with 1 ¼ inch ribs at 12 inches on center. The area between the ribs is
reinforced to minimize oil-canning. Gauge 26, Dimensions: 36” wide by 1 1/4” high.
Finish/Color: As specified in Article 2.8 PANEL FINISH
2.6 WALL PANELS
A through-fastened sidewall panel with 1 ¼ inch ribs at 12 inches on center. The area between
the ribs is reinforced to minimize oil-canning. Gauge: 26, Dimensions: 36” wide by 1 1/4” high.
Finish/Color: As specified in Article 2.8 PANEL FINISH
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2.7 ACCESSORIES
A. Roof Line Trim: Simple Eave/Rake Trim.
B. Framed Openings: Used to frame out doors, windows, louvers, and any other openings.
Refers to the framing members and flashing which surround an opening and includes
jambs, header and or sill, trim and fasteners.
C. Walk Doors: Personnel entry doors. Size: as noted on the Contract Drawings;
Accessories: As noted on the Contract Drawings.
D. Translucent Wall Panels: Translucent panels shall be white translucent panels and be
compatible with the steel wall panels, and shall meet the requirements of section 1.3C.
Panel shall be 8 oz. per square foot. The minimum visible light transmission shall be
5560% when measured in accordance with ASTM D 1494.
E. Pipe Flashings: Aluminum base with EPDM boot. The base flange must bend to form a
seal with surface irregularities or roof pitch. (1) Size: ¼” to 4” Pipe; (2) Size 4” to 7”
Pipe; (3) Size: 7” to 13” Pipe
2.8 PANEL FINISHES
A. Roof Panel:
a. Galvalume® (GM) or approved equal
b. Cool Roof Colors: Manufacturer Standard Panel Paint System (Siliconized
Polyester Resin, 25-year Finish Warranty):
i. Color: Polar White (PW)
c. Manufacturer Standard Panel Pain System (Siliconized Polyester Resin, 25-year
finish warranty):
i. Color: To be selected from manufacturers standard color pallet. B.
Wall Panel:
a. Manufacturer Standard Panel Paint System (Siliconized Polyester Resin, 25-year
finish warranty):
i. Color: To be selected from manufacturers standard color pallet.
2.9 FABRICATION
A. General:
a. Shop-fabricate all framing members for field bolted assembly. The surfaces of the
bolted connections must be smooth and free from burrs or distortions.
b. Shop connections must conform to the manufacturer’s standard design practices
as defined in this section. Certification of welder qualifications will be furnished
when required and specified in advance.
c. All framing members must carry an identifying mark.
B. Primary Framing:
a. Plates, Stiffeners and Related Members: Factory weld base plates splice plates,
cap plates and stiffeners into place on the structural members.
b. Bolt Holes and Related Machining: Shop fabricate base plates, splices and flanges
to include bolt connection holes. Shop fabricated webs to include bracing holes.
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c. Secondary structural connections (purlins and girts) to be ordinary bolted
connections, which may include welded clips.
d. Manufacturer is responsible for all welding inspection in accordance with the
manufacturer’s IAS Accreditation or CAN/CSA A660 Certification. Special
inspection by the buyer or owner may be done in the manufacturer’s facility and
must be noted on the Contract Documents.
e. Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) – NDT shall be performed and documented as
required by the governing building coded for this project.
C. Open-Web Roof Joists:
a. Purlins for ‘long-bay’ building layouts shall consist of open-web bar joists
designed under Steel Joist Institute (SJI) specifications by an SJI-Certified Joist
Manufacturer for the prescribed loads.
b. The Joist system includes joist bridging and joist-seat-to-supporting structural
connections using 3/8” diameter self-drilling bolts made from ASTM A354 Grade
BD steel.
c. Field welding of joist bridging and seats is an alternative method for connection
of joists to supporting primary structural members.
D. Zee Purlins:
a. Fabricate purlins from cold-formed “Z” sections with stiffened flanges. Size flange
stiffeners to comply with the requirements of the latest edition of AISI.
Connection bolts will install through the webs, not the flanges.
E. Girts
a. Girts must be simple or continuous span as required by design. Connection bolts
will install through the webs, not the flanges.
F. Bracing:
a. Diagonal Bracing:
i. Wind bracing in the roof and/or walls need not be furnished where it can
be shown that the diaphragm strength of the roof and/or wall covering is
adequate to resist the applied wind or seismic forces. Diagonal bracing in
the roof and sidewalls may be used to resist longitudinal loads (wind,
crane, etc.) in the structure if diaphragm action cannot be used.
ii. Diagonal bracing will be furnished to length and equipped with hillside
washers and nuts at each end. It may consist of rods threaded each end or
galvanized cable with suitable threated end anchors. If load requirements
so dictate, bracing may be of structural angle and/or pipe, bolted in place.
b. Special Bracing: When diagonal bracing is not permitted in the sidewall, a rigid
frame type portal or fixed base column will be used. Shear walls can also be used
where adequate to resist the applied wind or seismic forces.
c. Flange Braces: The compression flange of all primary framing must be braced
laterally with angles connecting to the bottom chords of purlins or to the webs of
girts so that the flange compressive stress is within allowable limits for any
combination of loading.
d. Bridging:
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i. Laterally bridge the top and bottom chords of the open-web bar joists as
required by design thereof and specified on the building erection drawings.
G. Standing Seam Panels – General:
a. One side of the panel is configured as female, having factory applied hot-melt
mastic inside the female seam. The female side will hook over the male side and
when seamed creates a continuous lock, forming a weather tight seam.
b. Panels are factory notched at both ends so that field installation can commence or
terminate from either end of the building. Panels cannot start at both ends of the
building and work towards each other.
c. Endlaps:
i. Endlaps must have a 16 gauge backup plate and have the four endlap
joint fasteners installed in four pre-punched holes in the flat.
ii. Apply mastic between the panels and secured with #17-14 x 1 ¼ inch
selftapping fasteners through the panels, and backup plate to form a
compression joint.
iii. “Through-the-Roof” fasteners may only be used at endlaps and eaves.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Examine substrates, areas and conditions, with Erector present, for compliance with
requirements for installation tolerances and other conditions affecting performance of
work.
B. Before erection proceeds, survey elevations and locations of concrete and masonry
bearing surfaces and locations of anchor rods, bearing plates and other embedments to
receive structural framing, with Erector present, for compliance with requirements and
metal building system manufacturer’s tolerances.
C. Proceed with erections only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
3.2 PREPARATION
A. Clean surfaces thoroughly prior to installation.
B. Provide temporary shores, guys, braces and other supports during erection to keep
structural framing secure, plumb, and in alignment against temporary construction loads
equal in intensity to design loads. Remove temporary supports when permanent structural
framing connections and bracing are in place, unless otherwise indicated.
3.3 INSTALLATION
A. The erection of the building system shall be performed by a qualified erector, in
accordance with the appropriate erection drawings, erection guides and/or other
documents furnished by manufacturer, using proper tools, equipment and safety practices.
B. Erection practices shall conform to “Common Industry Practices”, Section 6, MBMA
(LR)-Building Systems Manual.
C. There shall be no field modifications to primary structural members except as authorized
and specified by manufacturer.
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3.4 PROTECTION
A. Protect installed products until completion of project.
B. Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion.
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METAL DUCTS
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
A. Delegated duct design: Duct construction, including sheet metal thicknesses, seam and
joint construction, reinforcements and hangers and supports, shall comply with
SMACNA’s “HVAC Duct Construction Standards – Metal and Flexible” and
performance requirements and design criteria indicated in “Duct Schedule” Article.
B. Structural Performance: Duct hangers and supports and seismic restraints shall withstand
the effects of gravity and seismic loads and stresses within limits and under conditions
described in SMACNA’s “HVAC Duct Construction Standards – Metal and Flexible”
and ASCE/SEI7.
1.2 ACTION SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: For each type of the following products:
a. Sealants and gaskets
b. Seismic-restraint devices
B. Delegated Design Submittal:
a. Sheet metal thicknesses
b. Joint and seam construction and sealing
c. Reinforcement details and spacing
d. Materials, fabrication, assembly and spacing of hangers and supports
1.3 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS
A. Coordination Drawings: Plans, drawn to scale, on which the following items are shown
and coordinated with each other, using input from installers of the items involved:
a. Duct installation in congested spaces, indicating coordination with general
construction, building components and other building services. Indicate proposed
changes to duct layout.
b. Suspended ceiling components.
c. Structural members to which duct will be attached.
d. Size and location of initial access modules for acoustical tile.
e. Penetrations of smoke barriers and fire-rated construction.
f. Items penetrating finished ceiling including the following:
i. Lighting fixtures
ii. Air outlets and inlets
iii. Speakers
iv. Sprinklers
v. Access panels
vi. Perimeter moldings
B. Welding certificates
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C. Field quality control reports
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 SEALANT AND GASKETS
A. General Sealant and Gasket Requirements: Surface burning characteristics for sealants
and gaskets shall be a maximum flame-spread index of 25 and a maximum
smokedeveloped index of 50 when tested according to UL 723; certified by NRTL.
2.2 HANGERS AND SUPPORTS
A. Hanger Rods for Noncorrosive Environments: Cadmium-plated steel rods and nuts.
B. Hanger Rods for Corrosive Environments: Electrogalvanized, all-thread rods or
galvanized rods with threads painted with zinc-chromate primer after installation.
C. Strap and Rod Sizes: Comply with SMACNA’s “HVAC Duct Construction Standards –
Metal and Flexible,” Table 5-1, “Rectangular Duct Hangers Minimum Size,” and Table
5-2, “Minimum Hanger Sizes for Round Duct.”
D. Steel Cables for Galvanized Steel Ducts: Galvanized steel complying with ASTM A603.
E. Steel Cable End Connections: Cadmium-plated steel assemblies with brackets, swivel
and bolts designed for duct hanger service; with an automatic-locking and clamping
device.
F. Duct Attachments: Sheet metal screws, blind rivets, or self-tapping metal screws;
compatible with duct materials.
G. Trapeze and Riser Supports: Supports for Galvanized-Steel Ducts: Galvanized-steel
shapes and plates.
2.3 SEISMIC RESTRAINT DEVICES
A. General Requirements for Restraint Components: Rated strengths, features, and
applications shall be as defined in reports by an agency acceptable to authorities having
jurisdiction.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 DUCT INSTALLATION
A. Drawing plans, schematics and diagrams indicate general location and arrangement of
duct system. Indicated duct locations, configurations and arrangements were used to size
ducts and calculate friction loss for air-handling equipment sizing and for other design
considerations. Install duct systems as indicated unless deviations to layout are approved
on Shop Drawings and Coordination Drawings.
B. Install ducts according to SMACNA’s “HVAC Duct Construction Standards – Metal and
Flexible” unless otherwise indicated.
C. Install round ducts in maximum practical lengths.
D. Install ducts with fewest possible joints.
E. Install factory- or shop-fabricated fittings for changes in direction, size and shape and for
branch connections.
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F. Unless otherwise indicated, install ducts vertically and horizontally, and parallel and
perpendicular to building lines.
G. Install ducts close to walls, overhead construction, columns and other structural and
permanent enclosure elements of building.
H. Install ducts with a clearance of 1 inch, plus allowance for insulation thickness.
I. Route ducts to avoid passing through transformer vaults and electrical equipment rooms
and enclosures.
J. Where ducts pass through non-fire-rated interior partitions and exterior walls and are
exposed to view, cover the opening between the partition and duct or duct insulation with
sheet metal flanges of same metal thickness as the duct. Overlap openings on four sides
by at least 1-1/2 inches.
K. Protect duct interiors from moisture, construction debris and dust, and other foreign
materials. Comply with SMACNA’s “IAQ Guidelines for Occupied Buildings Under
Construction” Appendix G, “Duct Cleanliness for New Construction Guidelines.”
3.2 DUCT SEALING
A. Seal ducts for duct static-pressure, seal classes, and leakage classes specified in “Duct
Schedule” Article according to SMACNA’s “HVAC Duct Construction Standards –
Metal and Flexible.”
3.3 HANGER AND SUPPORT INSTALLATION
A. Comply with SMACNA’s “HVAC Duct Construction Standards – Metal and Flexible”
Chapter 5, “Hangers and Supports.”
3.4 SEISMIC-RESTRAINT-DEVICE INSTALLATION
A. Install ducts with hangers and braces designed to support the duct and to restrain against
seismic forces required by applicable building codes. Comply with SMACNA’s “Seismic
Restraint Manual: Guidelines for Mechanical Systems.”
B. Select seismic-restraint devices with capacities adequate to carry present and future static
and seismic loads.
C. Install cables so they do not bend across edges of adjacent equipment or building
structure.
D. Install cable restraints on ducts that are suspended with vibration isolators.
E. Install seismic-restraint devices using methods approved by an agency acceptable to
authorities having jurisdiction.
3.5 CONNECTIONS
A. Make connections to equipment with flexible connectors complying with Section 233300
“Air Duct Accessories.”
B. Comply with SMACNA’s “HVAC Duct Construction Standards – Metal and Flexible”
for branch, outlet and inlet and terminal until connections.
3.6 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A. Perform tests and inspections
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B. Duct System Cleanliness Tests: Visually inspect duct system to ensure that no visible
contaminants are present.
C. Duct system will be considered defective if it does not pass tests and inspections. D.
Prepare test and inspection reports
3.7 START UP
A. Air Balance: Comply with requirements in “Testing, Adjusting and Balancing for
HVAC.”
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COMMON MOTOR REQUIREMENTS FOR
HVAC EQUIPMENT
PART 1 PARTS
1.1 MOTOR CHARACTERISTICS
A. Duty: Continuous duty at ambient temperature of 40 deg C and at altitude of 4500 feet
above sea level.
B. Capacity and Torque Characteristics: Sufficient to start, accelerate, and operate
connected loads at designated speeds, at installed altitude and environment, and indicated
operating sequence and without exceeding nameplate ratings or considering service
factor.
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OVERHEAD COILING DOORS
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
a. Insulated overhead coiling doors
b. Operating hardware
1.2 RELATED SECTIONS
A. Division 05 Section “Metal Fabrications” for miscellaneous steel supports.
B. Division 09 Section “Painting and Coating” for finish painting of factory-primed doors.
C. Division 26 Sections for electrical service and connections for powered operators and
accessories.
1.3 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
A. Design requirements: Design doors to withstand:
a. Wind Loads: Design door assembly to withstand wind/suction load of 20 psf (958
Pa) without damage to door or assembly components in conformance with ASTM
E330.
B. Design Cycle Life: 20,000 cycles.
C. Operation:
a. Motor operated, with speed governor.
b. Emergency closure achieved by means of [fusible link.][fail safe, time delay
release [with battery backup to prevent nuisance drops].]
c. Drop testing [performed from floor level without ladders or tools.][requires
resetting of counterbalance release and governor systems.]
1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Fire Door Construction: Conform to UL 10B.
B. Installed Fire Rated Door Assembly: Conform to NFPA 80.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 MATERIALS
A. Galvanized Steel Sheet: ASTM A653/A653M, Structural Quality.
2.2 COMPONENTS
A. Curtain:
a. Material: 24 ga. Galvanized steel
b. Profile: Flat
c. Core: Slate cavity filled with foamed-in-place polyurethane insulation.
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d. Slat ends: Equip with end locks to act as wearing surface and prevent lateral
movement.
e. R-value: Minimum of 7
B. Hood: Minimum 24 gage galvanized steel with closed ends.
C. Guides: Steel angles or roll formed channels.
D. Counterbalance: Adjustable, enclosed, helical torsion spring with grease sealed ball
bearings or self-lubricating graphite bearings or rotating members. E. Weather Seals:
a. Full width flexible seal attached to lintel to seal against slats.
b. Full height seals attached to guides.
c. Full width loop type bottom seal attached to bottom bar. F. Electric Operator:
a. Gear reduced type, mounted on head shaft.
b. Sufficient power to operate door at average speed of 12 inches per second.
c. Manually operable in case of power failure.
d. Electrical characteristics: 115/230 single phase.
e. Control station: Push button station marked OPEN, CLOSE, and STOP.
G. Door Bottom Safety Edge: Full door width, electro-mechanical sensitized type, to reverse
door without striking object.
H. Photoelectric Sensor: Detect obstruction and reverse door without requiring door to
contact obstruction.
I. Emergency Egress Device: Interior flush mounted handle providing partial reopening of
door, with or without power to door.
J. Lock: Slide bolt type mounted at interior; locks keyed alike, with electric interlock.
2.3 FINISHES
A. Galvanized Steel: Epoxy primer and polyester finish coat, color to be selected from
manufacturer’s full color range.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Verify opening sizes, tolerances and conditions are acceptable.
B. Examine conditions of substrates, supports and other conditions under which this work is
to be performed.
3.2 INSTALLATION
A. Install door assembly in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
B. Anchor to adjacent construction without distortion or stress.
C. Fit and align door assembly including hardware, level and plumb, to provide smooth
operation.
D. Make connections between power supply, operator and controls.
3.3 ADJUSTING
A. Adjust doors for smooth and noiseless operation throughout full operating range.
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PANELBOARDS
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 SECTION INCLUDES
A. Lighting and appliance panelboards.
B. Overcurrent protective devices for panelboards.
PART 2
2.1 ALL PANELBOARDS
A. Provide products listed and labeled by testing firm acceptable to the authority having
jurisdiction as suitable for the purpose indicated. B. Short Circuit Current Rating:
a. Provide panelboards with listed short circuit current rating as indicated on the
drawings.
b. Listed series ratings are acceptable, except where not permitted by motor
contribution according to NFPA 70.
c. Label equipment utilizing series ratings as required by NFPA 70.
C. Panelboards Used for Service Entrance: Listed and labeled as suitable for use as service
equipment according to UL 869A.
D. Mains: Configure for top or bottom incoming feed as indicated or as required for the
installation.
E. Branch Overcurrent Protective Devices: Replaceable without disturbing adjacent devices.
F. Bussing: Sized in accordance with UL 67 temperature rise requirements.
a. Provide fully rated neutral bus with a suitable lug for each feeder or branch
circuit requiring a neutral connection.
b. Provide solidly bonded equipment ground bus in each panelboard, with a
suitable lug for each feeder and branch circuit equipment grounding conductor.
G. Conductor Terminations: Suitable for use with the conductors to be installed.
H. Enclosures: Comply with NEMA 250, and list and label as complying with UL 50 and
UL 50E.
a. Environment Type per NEMA 250: As indicated on the drawings and required for
the environment installed.
b. Boxes: Galvanized steel unless otherwise indicated. Provide wiring gutters sized
to accommodate the conductors to be installed.
c. Fronts:
i. Fronts for Surface-Mounted Enclosures: Same dimensions as boxes.
ii. Fronts for Flush-Mounted Enclosures: Overlap boxes on all sides to
conceal rough opening.
iii. Finish for Painted Steel Fronts: Manufacturer’s standard grey.
d. Lockable Doors: All locks keyed alike unless otherwise indicated.
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I. Future Provisions: Prepare all unused spaces for future installation of devices including
bussing, connectors, mounting hardware and all other required provisions.
2.2 LIGHTING AND APPLIANCE PANELBOARDS
A. Description: Panelboards complying with NEMA PB1, lighting and appliance branch
circuit type, circuit breaker type, and listed and labeled as complying with UL 67; ratings,
configurations and features as indicated on the drawings. B. Conductor Terminations:
a. Main and Neutral Lug Material: Aluminum,
suitable for terminating aluminum or
copper conductors.
b. Main and Neutral Lug Type: Mechanical C.
Bussing:
a. Phase Bus Connections: Arranged for sequential phasing of overcurrent
protective devices.
b. Phase and Neutral Bus Material: Aluminum
c. Ground Bus Material: Aluminum D. Circuit Breakers: Thermal magnetic bolt-on
type.
E. Enclosures:
a. Provide surface-mounted enclosures unless otherwise indicated.
b. Fronts: Provide hinged door with concealed hinges for access to overcurrent
protective device handles without exposing live parts.
c. Provide clear plastic circuit directory holder mounted on inside of door.
2.3 OVERCURRENT PROTECTIVE DEVICES
A. Molded Case Circuit Breakers:
a. Description: Quick-make, quick-break, over center toggle, trip-free, tripindicating
circuit breakers listed and labeled as complying with UL 489 ratings,
configurations and features as indicated on the drawings.
b. Interrupting Capacity:
i. Provide circuit breakers with interrupting capacity as required to provide
the short circuit current rating indicated.
ii. Fully Rated Systems: Provide circuit breakers with interrupting capacity
not less than the short circuit current rating indicated.
iii. Series Rated Systems: Provide circuit breakers listed in combination with
upstream devices to provide interrupting rating not less than the short
circuit current rating indicated.
c. Conductor Terminations:
i. Provide mechanical lugs unless otherwise indicated. ii. Lug Material:
Aluminum, suitable for terminating aluminum or copper conductors
d. Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breakers: For each pole, furnish thermal inverse time
tripping element for overload proration and magnetic instantaneous tripping
element for short circuit protection.
e. Multi-Pole Circuit Breakers: Furnish with common trip for all poles.
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f. Provide the following circuit breaker types where indicated:
i. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) Circuit Breakers: Listed as
complying with UL 943, class A for protection of personnel.
g. Do not use tandem circuit breakers.
h. Provide multi-pole circuit breakers; or circuit breaker handle-ties for multi-wire
branch circuits as required by NFPA 70.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
A. Install products in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
B. Multiple Branch Circuits: Group grounded and ungrounded conductors together in the
panelboard as required by NFPA 70.
C. Provide identification nameplate for each panelboard.
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PLUMBING PIPING INSULATION
1.1 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes insulating the following plumbing piping services:
a. Domestic hot water piping
b. Roof drains and rainwater leaders
c. Supplies and drains for handicap-accessible lavatories and sinks.
1.2 ACTION SUBMITTALS
A. Shop Drawings: Detail application of protective shields, saddles and inserts at hangers for
each type of insulation and hanger.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 INSULATION MATERIALS
A. Products shall not contain asbestos, lead, mercury or mercury compounds.
B. Insulation materials for use on austenitic stainless steel shall be qualified as acceptable
according to ASTM C 795.
2.2 SEALANTS
A. Materials shall be compatible with insulation materials, jackets and substarates.
B. Permanently flexible, elastomeric sealant.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 PREPARATION
A. Surface Preparation: Clean and dry surfaces to receive insulation. Remove materials that
will adversely affect insulation application.
3.2 INSTALLATION OF MINERAL-FIBER PREFORMED PIPE INSULATION
A. Secure each layer of preformed pipe insulation to pipe with wire or bands and tighten
bands without deforming insulation materials.
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RESIDENTIAL PLUMBING FIXTURES
1.1 ACTION SUBMITTALS
A. Shop Drawings: Include diagrams for power, signal and control wiring.
1.2 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS
A. Coordination Drawings: Counter cutout templates for mounting of counter-mounted
plumbing fixtures.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 WATER CLOSETS
A. Standard: ASME A112.18.1/CSA B125.1
2.2 TOILETS
A. Standard: IAPMO/ANSI Z124.5
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
A. Install plumbing fixtures level and plumb according to roughing-in drawings.
B. Install floor-mounted water closets on closet flange attachments to drainage piping.
C. Install tanks for accessible, tank-type water closets with lever handle mounted on wide
side of compartment.
D. Install toilet seats on water closets.
E. Seal joints between plumbing fixtures, counters, floors, and walls using sanitary-type,
one-part, mildew- resistant silicone sealant. Match sealant color to fixture color.
3.2 CLEANING AND PROTECTION
A. After completing installation of plumbing fixtures, inspect and repair damaged finishes.
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SANITARY WASTE AND VENT PIPING
1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS
A. Drawings and general provisions shall be provided to owner.
1.2 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
a. Pipe, tube and fittings
b. Specialty pipe fittings
1.3 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
A. Components and installation shall be capable of withstanding the following minimum
working pressure unless otherwise indicated: Soil, Waste, and Vent Piping: 10-foot head
of water.
B. Seismic Performance: soil, waste, and vent piping and support and installation shall
withstand the effects of earthquake motions determined according to ASCE/SEI 7.
1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Piping materials shall bear label, stamp or other markings of specified testing agency.
B. Comply with NSF/ANSI 14, “Plastics Piping Systems Components and Related
Materials,” for plastic piping components. Include marking with “NSF-dwv” for plastic
drain, waste and vent piping and “NSF- sewer” for plastic sewer piping.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 PIPING MATERIALS
A. Comply with requirements in “Piping Schedule” Article for applications of pipe, tube,
fitting materials, and joining methods for specific services, service locations and pipe
sizes.
2.2 HUB AND SPIGOT CAST IRON SOIL PIPE AND FITTINGS
A. Pipe and Fittings: ASTM A 74, Service and Extra Heavy class(es).
B. Gaskets: ASTM C 564, rubber.
2.3 HUBLESS, CAST IRON SOIL PIPE AND FITTINGS
A.
B.
C.
D.
Pipe and Fittings: ASTM A 888 or CISPI 301.
CISPI, Hubless Piping Couplings: Standards: ASTM C 1277 and CISPI 310.
Heavy Duty Hubless Piping Coupling: Standards: ASTM C 1277 and ASTM C 1540.
Cast Iron Hubless Piping Couplings: Standard: ASTM C 1277.
2.4 ABS PIPE AND FITTINGS
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A. Cellular Core ABS Pipe: ASTM F 628, Schedule 40.
B. ABS Socket Fittings: ASTM D 2661, made to ASTM D 3311, drain, waste and vent
patterns.
C. Solvent Cement: ASTM D 2235
2.5 PVC PIPE AND FITTINGS
A.
B.
C.
D.
Cellular Core PVC Pipe ASTM F 891, Schedule 40.
PVC Socket Fittings: ASTM D 2665, made to ASTM D 3311
Adhesive Primer: ASTM F 656
Solvent Cement: ASTM D 2564
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 PIPING INSTALLATION
A. Install piping at indicated slopes.
B. Install underground ABS and PVC piping according to ASTM D 2321.
C. Do not enclose, cover, or put piping into operation until it is inspected and approved by
authorities having jurisdiction.
3.2 CONNECTIONS
A. Drawings indicate general arrangement of piping, fittings and specialties.
B. Where installing piping adjacent to equipment, allow space for service and maintenance
of equipment.
3.3 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A. During installation, notify authorities having jurisdiction at least 24 hours before
inspection must be made. Perform tests specified below in presence of authorities having
jurisdiction.
a. Roughing-in Inspection: Arrange for inspection of piping before concealing or
closing in after roughing in and before setting fixtures.
b. Final Inspection: Arrange for final inspection by authorities having jurisdiction to
observe tests specified below and to ensure compliance with requirements.
B. Reinspection: If authorities having jurisdiction find that piping will not pass test or
inspection, make required corrections and arrange for reinspection.
C. Test sanitary drainage and vent piping according to procedures of authorities having
jurisdiction.
3.4 CLEANING AND PROTECTION
A. Clean interior of piping. Remove dirt and debris as work progresses.
B. Protect drains during remainder of construction period to avoid clogging with dirt and
debris and to prevent damage from traffic and construction work.
C. Place plugs in ends of uncompleted piping at end of day and when work stops.
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SANITARY WASTE INTERCEPTORS
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes: Grease Interceptors
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 GREASE INTERCEPTORS
A. Grease Interceptors: Precast concrete complying with ASTM C 913.
a. Include rubber-gasketed joints, vent connections, manholes, compartments or
baffles, and piping or openings to retain grease and to permit wastewater flow.
b. Structural Design Loads: Heavy-Traffic Load: Comply with ASTM C 890, A-16
(ASSHTO HS20-44).
c. Resilient Pipe Connectors: ASTM C 923, cast or fitted into interceptor walls, for
each pipe connection.
d. Grade Rings: Reinforced-concrete rings, 6- to 9-inch total thickness, to match
diameter of manhole frame and cover.
2.2 PRECAST CONCRETE MANHOLE RISERS
A. Precast-Concrete Manhole Risers: ASTM C 478, with rubber-gasket joints.
a. Structural Design Loads: Heavy-Traffic Load: Comply with ASTM C 890, A-16
(ASSHOTO HS20-44)
b. Length: From top of underground concrete structure to grade.
c. Top Section: Eccentric cone, unless otherwise indicated. Include top of cone to
match grade ring size.
d. Gaskets: ASTM C 443, rubber.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
A. Install precast-concrete interceptors according to ASTM C 891. Set level and plumb.
B. Install manhole risers from top of underground concrete interceptors to manholes and
gratings at finished grade.
3.2 IDENTIFICATION
A. Use warning tapes or detectable warning tape over ferrous piping.
B. Use detectable warning tape over nonferrous piping and over edges of underground
structures.
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SLEEVES AND SLEEVE SEALS FOR PLUMBING
PIPING
PART 1 PRODUCTS
1.1 GROUT
A. Characteristics: Non-shrink recommended for interior and exterior applications
B. Design Mix: 5000psi, 28-day compressive strength.
PART 2 EXECUTION
1.1 SLEEVE INSTALLATION
A. Install sleeves for piping passing through penetrations in floors, partitions, roofs and
walls.
B. Install sleeves in concrete floors, concrete roof slabs and concrete walls as new slabs and
walls are constructed.
1.2 SLEEVE-SEAL-SYSTEM INSTALLATION
A. Install sleeve-seal systems in sleeves in exterior concrete walls and slabs-on-grade at
service piping entries into building.
B. Select type, size and number of sealing elements required for piping material and size and
for sleeve ID or hole size. Position piping in center of sleeve.
1.3 SLEEVE AND SLEEVE-SEAL SCHEDULE
A. Use sleeves an sleeve seals for the following piping-penetration applicants:
a. Exterior Concrete Walls above Grade:
i. Piping smaller Than NPS 6: Cast-iron wall sleeves
ii. Piping NPS 6 and Larger: Cast-iron wall sleeves.
b. Exterior Concrete Walls below Grade:
i. Piping Smaller Than NPS 6: Cast-iron wall sleeves and sleeve-seal system
1. Select sleeve size to allow for 1-inch annular clear space between
piping and sleeve for installing sleeve-seal system.
ii. Piping NPS 6 and Larger: Cast-iron wall sleeves with sleeve-seal system.
1. Select sleeve size to allow for 1-inch annular clear space between
piping and sleeve for installing sleeve-seal system.
c. Concrete Slabs-on-Grade:
i. Piping Smaller than NPS 6: Cast-iron wall sleeves with sleeve-seal system.
1. Select sleeve size to allow for 1-inch annular clear space between
piping and sleeve for installing sleeve-seal system.
ii. Piping NPS 6 and Larger: Cast-iron wall sleeves with sleeve-seal system.
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1. Select sleeve size to allow for 1-inch annular clear space between
piping and sleeve for installing sleeve-seal system.
d. Concrete Slabs above Grade:
i. Piping smaller than NPS 6: PVC-pipe sleeves
ii. ii. Piping NPS 6 and larger: PVC-pipe sleeves
e. Interior Partitions:
i. Piping Smaller than NPS 6: PVC-pipe sleeves
ii. Piping NPS 6 and larger: Galvanized steel sheet
sleeves
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TESTING, ADJUSTING AND BALANCING FOR
HVAC
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes: Balancing Air Systems: Constant-volume air systems.
1.2 DEFINITIONS
A. TAB: Testing, adjusting and balancing.
1.3 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS
A. Certified TAB reports.
1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. TAB Report Forms: Use standard TAB contractor’s forms approved by Architect.
PART 2 EXECUTION
2.1 PREPARATION
A. Complete system-readiness checks and prepare reports. Verify the following:
a. Permanent electrical-power wiring is complete.
b. Automatic temperature-control systems are operational.
c. Equipment and duct access doors are securely closed.
d. Balance dampers are open.
e. Ceilings are installed in critical areas where air-pattern adjustments are required
and access to balancing devices is provided.
f. Windows and doors can be closed so indicated conditions for system operations
can be met.
2.2 GENERAL PROCEDURES FOR TESTING AND BALANCING
A. Cut insulation, ducts, pipes and equipment cabinets for installation of test probes to the
minimum extent necessary for TAB procedures.
a. After testing and balancing, patch probe holes in ducts with same material and
thickness as used to construct ducts.
b. Install and join new insulation that matches removed materials. Restore insulation,
coverings, vapor barrier and finish according to “Duct Insulation,”
“HVAC Equipment Insulation,” “HVAC Piping Insulation.”
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2.3 GENERAL PROCEDURES FOR BALANCING AIR SYSTEMS
A. Prepare test reports for both fans and outlets. Obtain manufacturer’s outlet factors and
recommended testing procedures. Crosscheck the summation of required outlet volumes
with required fan volumes.
B. Prepare schematic diagrams of systems’ “as-built” duct layouts.
C. Determine the best locations in main and branch ducts for accurate duct-airflow
measurements.
D. Check airflow patterns from the outdoor-air louvers and dampers and the return- and
exhaust-air dampers through the supply-fan discharge and mixing dampers. E. Check
dampers for proper position to achieve desired airflow path.
F. Check for airflow blockages.
G. Check condensate drains for proper connections and functioning
H. Check for proper sealing of air-handling-unit components
I. Verify that air duct system is sealed as specified in “Metal Ducts.”
2.4 PROCEDURES FOR CONSTANT-VOLUME AIR SYSTEMS
A. Adjust fans to deliver total indicated airflows within the maximum allowable fan speed
listed by fan manufacturer.
B. Measure static pressure across each component that makes up an air-handling unit,
rooftop unit, and other air-handling and treating equipment.
C. Review Record Documents to determine variations in design static pressures versus
actual static pressures. Calculate actual system effect factors. Recommend adjustments to
accommodate actual conditions.
D. Do not make fan speed adjustments that result in motor overload. Consult equipment
manufacturers about fan speed safety factors. Modulate dampers and measure fan motor
amperage to ensure that no overload will occur. Measure amperage in full cooling, full
heating, economizer and any other operating mode to determine the maximum required
brake horsepower.
E. Adjust volume dampers for main duct, submain ducts and major branch ducts to
indicated airflows within specified tolerances.
2.5 FINAL REPORT
A. General: Prepare certified written report; tabulate and divide the report into separate
sections for tested systems and balanced systems.
B. Final Report Contents: In addition to certified field-report data, include the following:
a. Field test reports prepared by system and equipment installers.
b. Other information relative to equipment performance; do not include Shop
Drawings and product data.
C. General Report Data: In addition to form titles and entries, include the following data: a.
Title page.
b. Name and address of the TAB contractor
c. Project name
d. Project location
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Architect’s name and address
Engineer’s name and address
Contractor’s name and address
Report date
Signature of TAB supervisor who certifies the report
Summary of contents including indicated versus final performance
Notes to explain why certain final data in the body of reports vary from indicated
values.
l. Test conditions for fans and pump performance forms including the following:
i. Settings for outdoor, return and exhaust air dampers
ii. Conditions of filters
iii. Cooling coil, wet and dry bulb conditions
iv. Fan drive settings including settings and percentage of maximum pitch
diameter
v. Other system operating conditions that affect performance
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
j.
k.
2.6 ADDITIONAL TESTS
A. Within 90 days of completing TAB, perform additional TAB to verify that balanced
conditions are being maintained throughout and to correct unusual conditions.
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THERMAL INSULATION
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 SECTION INCLUDES
A. Board insulation at perimeter foundation wall and exterior wall behind interior wall finish.
1.2 REFERENCE STANDARDS
A. ASTM C578 – Standard Specification for Rigid, Cellular Polystyrene Thermal Insulation.
1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Comply with fire resistance and flammability ratings as shown and specified.
B. Thicknesses specified are for the thermal conductivity (k-value at 75 degrees F) specified
for each material. Provide adjusted thicknesses for approved use of substituted materials
with different thermal conductivity ratings. Where insulation is specified to have a
specific “R” value, furnish manufacturer’s standard thickness required to equal or exceed
the specified value.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 FOAM BOARD INSULATION MATERIALS
A. Extruded Polystyrene Board Insulation: ASTM C578, Type IV; Extruded polystyrene
board with either natural skin or cut cell surfaces; with the following characteristics:
a. Flame Spread Index: 25 or less, when tested in accordance with ASTM E84.
b. Smoke Developed Index: 450 or less, when tested in accordance with ASTM E84.
c. Board Thickness: 2 inches.
d. Board Edges: Square
e. Thermal Conductivity (k factor) at 25 degrees F: 0.18.
f. Compressive Resistance: 25 psi
g. Board Density: 1.6 lb/cu ft.
2.2 ACCESSORIES
A. Insulation Fasteners: Impaling clip of galvanized steel with washer retainer and clips, to
be adhered to surface to receive insulation, length to suit insulation thickness and
substrate, capable of securely and rigidly fastening insulation in place.
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UNIT PRICES
PART 1
GENERAL
1.01 SECTION INCLUDES
A. List of unit prices, for use in preparing Bids.
B. Measurement and payment criteria applicable to Work performed under a unit price
payment method.
C. Defect assessment and non-payment for rejected work.
1.02 COSTS INCLUDED
A. Unit Prices included on the Bid Form shall include full compensation for all required
labor, products, tools, equipment, plant, transportation, services and incidentals; erection,
application or installation of an item of the Work; overhead and profit.
1.03 PAYMENT
A. Payment for Work governed by unit prices will be made on the basis of the actual
measurements and quantities of Work that is incorporated in or made necessary by the
Work and accepted by the owner, multiplied by the unit price. B.
Payment will not
be made for any of the following:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
Products wasted or disposed of in a manner that is not acceptable.
Products determined as unacceptable before or after placement.
Products not completely unloaded from the transporting vehicle.
Products placed beyond the lines and levels of the required Work.
Products remaining on hand after completion of the Work.
Loading, hauling, and disposing of rejected Products.
1.04 DEFECT ASSESSMENT
A.
Replace Work, or portions of the Work, not conforming to specified requirements.
B.
If, in the opinion of owner, it is not practical to remove and replace the Work, owner
will direct one of the following remedies:
1. The defective Work may remain, but the unit price will be adjusted to a new unit
price at the discretion of owner.
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2. The defective Work will be partially repaired to the instructions of the owner, and
the unit price will be adjusted to a new unit price at the discretion of owner.
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VIBRATION AND SEISMIC CONTROLS FOR
HVAC PIPING AND EQUIPMENT
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
A. Seismic Restraint Loading:
a. Site Class as Defined in the IBC: D
b. Assigned Seismic Use Group or Building Category as Defined in the IBC: IV
c. Design Spectral Response Acceleration at Short Periods (0.2 Section): 0.32
d. Design Spectral Response Acceleration at 1-Second Period: 0.17
1.2 ACTION SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: For each product indicated.
1.3 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS
A. Qualification Data: For professional engineer
B. Welding certificates
1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Comply with seismic-restraint requirements in the IBC unless requirements in this Section
are more stringent.
PART 2 EXECUTION
2.1 APPLICATIONS
A. Hanger Rod Stiffeners: Install hanger rod stiffeners where indicated or scheduled on
Drawings to receive them and where required to prevent buckling of hanger rods due to
seismic forces.
B. Strength of Support and Seismic-Restraint Assemblies: Where not indicated, select sizes
of components so strength will be adequate to carry present and future static and seismic
loads within specified loading limits.
2.2 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A. Perform tests and inspections.
B. Provide evidence of recent calibration of test equipment by a testing agency acceptable to
authorities having jurisdiction.
C. Test to 90 percent of rated proof load of device.
D. Remove and replace malfunctioning units and retest as specified above.
E. Prepare test and inspection reports.
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2.3 ADJUSTING
A. Adjust isolators after piping system is at operating weight.
B. Adjust restraints to permit free movement of equipment within normal mode of operation.
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VIBRATION AND SEISMIC CONTROLS FOR
PLUMBING PIPING AND EQUIPMENT
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
A. Seismic Restraint Loading:
a. Site Class as Defined in the IBC: D.
b. Assigned seismic use group or building category as defined in the IBC: IV.
c. Design spectral response acceleration at short periods (0.2 Second): .032.
d. Design spectral response acceleration at 1-Second period: 0.17
1.2 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS
A. Field quality-control test reports.
PART 2 EXECUTION
2.1 VIBRATION-CONTROL AND SEISMIC-RESISTANT DEVICE INSTALLATION
A. Install seismic-restraint devices using methods approved by an agency acceptable to
authorities having jurisdiction providing required submittals for component. B. Piping
Restraints:
a. Space lateral supports a maximum of 40 feet o.c.,
and longitudinal supports a maximum of 80 feet
o.c.
b. Brace a change of direction longer than 12 feet. C.
Drilled-in anchors:
a. Do not drill holes in concrete or masonry until concrete, mortar or grout has
achieved full design strength.
b. Set anchors to manufacturer’s recommended torque, using a torque wrench.
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ELECTRIC, DOMESTIC WATER HEATERS
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
A. Seismic Performance: Commercial domestic water heaters shall withstand the effects of
earthquake motions determined according to ASCE/SEI7.
1.2 ACTION SUBMITTALS
A. Product data: For each type and size of domestic water heater indicated.
B. Shop Drawings: Wiring Diagrams: for power, signal and control wiring.
1.3 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS
A. Seismic Qualification Certificates: For commercial domestic water heaters, accessories
and components, from manufacturer.
B. Domestic-Water Heater Labeling: Certified and labeled by testing agency acceptable to
authorities having jurisdiction. C. Source quality control reports.
1.4 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS
A. Operation and maintenance data.
1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Electrical Components, Devices and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA
70 by a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.
1.6 WARRANTY
A. Special Warranty: Manufacturer’s standard form in which manufacturer agrees to repair
or replace components of electric, domestic-water heaters that fail in materials or
workmanship within specified warranty period.
a. Residential, Electric, Storage, Domestic-Water Heaters:
i. Storage Tank: Five Years
ii. Controls and Other Components: Two Years
b. Compression Tanks: Five Years
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 WATER HEATER ACCESSORIES
A. Domestic Water Compression Tanks: Description: Steel pressure-rated tank constructed
with welded joints and factory-installed butyl- rubber diaphragm. Include air precharge to
minimum system operating pressure at tank.
B. Drain Pans: Corrosion resistant metal with raised edge. Comply with ANSI/CSA LC3.
Include dimensions not less than base of domestic water heater, and include drain outlet
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not less than NPS ¾ with ASME B1.20.1 pipe threads or with ASME B1.20.7 garden
hose threads.
C. Combination Temperature and Pressure Relief Valves: ASME rated and stamped. Include
relieving capacity at least as great as heat input and include pressure setting less than
domestic water heater working pressure rating. Select relief valves with sensing element
that extends into storage tank.
D. Vacuum Relief Valves: ANSI Z21.22/CSA 4.4.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 DOMESTIC WATER HEATER INSTALLATION
A. Residential, Electric, Domestic-Water Heater Mounting: Install residential, electric,
domestic water heaters on domestic water heater mounting bracket.
a. Maintain manufacturer’s recommended clearances
b. Arrange units so controls and devices that require servicing are accessible.
c. Place and secure anchorage devices. Use setting drawings, templates, diagrams,
instruction and directions furnished with items to be embedded.
d. Install anchor bolts to elevations required for proper attachment to supported
equipment.
e. Anchor domestic-water heaters to substrate.
B. Install electric, domestic-water heaters level and plumb, according to layout drawings,
original design and referenced standards. Maintain manufacturer’s recommended
clearances. Arrange units so controls and devices needing service are accessible.
a. Install shutoff valves on domestic water supply piping to domestic water heaters
and on domestic hot water outlet piping. Comply with requirements for shutoff
valves specified in “General Duty Valves for Plumbing Piping.”
C. Install electric, domestic water heaters with seismic restraint devices. Comply with
requirements for seismic restraining devices specified in “Vibration and Seismic Controls
for Plumbing Piping and Equipment.”
D. Install combination temperature and pressure relief valves in top portion of storage tanks.
Use relief valves with sensing elements that extend into tanks. Extend commercial water
heater relief valve outlet, with drain piping same as domestic water piping in continuous
downward pitch and discharge by positive air gap onto closest floor drain.
E. Install water heater drain piping as indirect waste to spill by positive air gap into open
drains or over floor drains. Install hoe end drain valves at low points in water piping for
electric, domestic water heaters that do not have tank drains. Comply with requirements
for hoe end drain valves specified in “Domestic Water Piping Specialties.” F.
Charge domestic water compression tanks with air.
3.2 CONNECTIONS
A. Comply with requirements for piping specified in “Domestic Water Piping.” Drawings
indicate general arrangement of piping, fittings and specialties.
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B. Where installing piping adjacent to electric, domestic water heaters, allow space for
service and maintenance of water heaters. Arrange piping for easy removal of domestic
water heaters.
3.3 IDENTIFICATION
A. Identify system components. Comply with requirements for identification specified in
“Identification for Plumbing Piping and Equipment.”
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WIRING DEVICES
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 SECTION INCLUDES
A. Wall switches.
B. Receptacles
C. Wall plates.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 APPLICATIONS
A. Provide wiring devices suitable for intended use and with ratings adequate for load
served.
B. Provide weather resistant GFI receptacles with specified weatherproof covers for all
receptacles installed outdoors or in damp or wet locations.
C. Unless noted otherwise, do not use combination switch/receptacle devices.
2.2 ALL WIRING DEVICES
A. Provide products listed and classified by testing firm acceptable to the authority having
jurisdiction as suitable for the purpose specified and indicated. B. Finishes:
a. Wiring Devices Installed in Finished Spaces; White with white nylon wall plate
unless otherwise indicated.
b. Wiring Devices Installed in Unfinished Spaces: Gray with galvanized steel wall
plate unless otherwise indicated.
c. Wiring Devices Installed in Wet or Damp Locations: Gray with specified
weatherproof cover unless otherwise indicated.
2.3 WALL SWITCHES
A. All wall switches: AC only, quiet operating, general-use snap switches with silver alloy
contacts, complying with NEMA WD 1 and NEMA WD 6, and listed as complying with
UL 20.
a. Wiring Provisions: Terminal screws for side wiring screw actuated binding clamp
for back wiring.
B. Standard Wall Switches: Commercial specification grade; 15A, 120V, with standard
toggle type switch actuator and maintained contacts.
2.4 RECEPTACLES
A. All Receptacles: Complying with NEMA WD 1 and NEMA WD 6, and listed as
complying with UL 498 types as indicated on the drawings.
a. Wiring Provisions: Terminal screws for side wiring or screw actuated binding
clamp for back wiring.
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b. NEMA configurations specified are according to NEMA WD 6.
B. Convenience Receptacles:
a. Standard Convenience Receptacles: Commercial specification grade; 20A, 125V,
NEMA 5-20R; single or duplex as indicated on the drawing.
b. Weather Resistant Convenience Receptacles: Commercial specification grade;
20A, 125V, NEMA 5-20R; listed and labeled as weather resistant type complying
with UL 498 Supplement SE suitable for installation in damp or wet locations;
single or duplex as indicated on the drawings.
C. GFI Receptacles:
a. All GFCI Receptacles: Provide with feed-through protection, light to indicate
ground fault tripped condition and loss of protection, and list as complying with
UL 943, class A. Provide test and reset buttons of same color as device.
b. Standard GFCI Receptacles: Commercial specification grade; duplex, 20A, 125V,
NEMA 5-20R.
c. Weather Resistant GFCI Receptacles: Commercial specification grade; duplex,
20A, 125V, NEMA 5-20R; listed and labeled as weather resistant type complying
with UL 498 Supplement SE suitable for installation in damp or wet locations. 2.5
WALL PLATES
A. All wall plates: Comply with UL 514D.
a. Configuration: One piece cover as required for quantity and types of
corresponding wiring devices.
b. Size: Standard
c. Screws: Metal with slotted heads finished to match wall plate finish B. Nylon
Wall Plates: Smooth finish, high-impact thermoplastic.
C. Galvanized Steel Wall Plates: Rounded corners and edges, with corrosion resistant
screws.
D. Weatherproof Covers for Damp Locations: Gasketed, cast aluminum with self-closing
hinged cover and corrosion-resistant screws; listed as suitable for use in wet locations
with cover closed.
E. Weatherproof Covers for Wet Locations: Gasketed, cast aluminum; with hinged lockable
cover and corrosion-resistant screws; listed as suitable for use in wet locations while in
use with attachment plugs connected.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Verify that outlet boxes are installed in proper locations and at proper mounting heights
and are properly sized to accommodate devices and conductors in accordance with NFPA
70.
B. Verify that wall openings are neatly cut and will be completely covered by wall plates.
C. Verify that final surface finishes are complete.
D. Verify that floor boxes are adjusted properly.
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E. Verify that branch circuit wiring installation is completed, tested and ready for
connection to wiring devices.
F. Verify that core drilled holes for poke-through assemblies are in proper locations.
G. Verify that conditions are satisfactory for installation prior to starting work.
3.2 INSTALLATION
A. Coordinate locations of outlet boxes with owner.
a. Mounting Heights: Unless otherwise indicated, as follows:
i. Wall Switches: 46 inches above finished floor
ii. Receptacles: 18 inches above finished floor or 4 inches above counter.
b. Orient outlet boxes for vertical installation of wiring devices unless otherwise
indicated.
c. Where multiple receptacles or wall switches are installed at the same location and
at the same mounting height, gang devices together under a common wall plate.
d. Locate receptacles for electric drinking fountains concealed behind drinking
fountain according to manufacturer’s instructions.
B. Provide GFCI receptacles with integral GFCI protection at each location indicated. Do
not use feed-through wiring to protect downstream devices.
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