Fly Arabia

Mechanical Specification
Commercial Development at Ghubra
Sultanate of Oman
Hoehler & Partner LLC
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SECTION N 0 GENERALITIES .......................................................................... 6

0.1. SCOPE OF CONTRACT ................................................................... 7 0.2. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................... 7 0.2.1. 0.2.2. 0.2.3. 0.2.4. 0.2.5. 0.2.6. PIPE INSTALLATIONS ........................................................ 7 DUCTWORK INSTALLATIONS ......................................... 29 THERMAL INSULATION .................................................... 39 NOISE AND VIBRATION CONTROL ................................. 47 CONTROLS ....................................................................... 52 TESTING AND COMMISSIONING .................................... 63
0.3. GENERAL TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS .................................... 70 0.3.1. 0.3.2. 0.3.3. 0.3.4. 0.3.5. 0.3.6. 0.3.7. 0.3.8. 0.3.9. STANDARDS ..................................................................... 70 DESIGN AND STANDARDISATION .................................. 71 MANUFACTURERS STANDARDS .................................... 71 GALVANISING ................................................................... 72 LABELS AND NUMBER PLATES ...................................... 72 FIXINGS ............................................................................. 73 BUILDERS WORK ............................................................. 73 CLEANING AND PAINTING............................................... 74 OIL AND GAS .................................................................... 74
0.3.10. FIRE PRECAUTIONS ........................................................ 74 0.3.11. RADIO INTERFERENCE ................................................... 74 0.3.12. PADLOCKS........................................................................ 74 0.3.13. TOOLS ............................................................................... 75 0.3.14. EXPANSION JOINTS......................................................... 75
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0.3.15. EQUIPMENT DOCUMENTATION ..................................... 75 0.3.16. CONTRACT DRAWINGS ................................................... 75 0.3.17. DRAWINGS PREPARED BY THE CONTRACTOR FOR CONSTRUCTION .............................................................. 75 0.3.18. RECORD DOCUMENTS AND DRAWINGS....................... 76 0.3.19. FAMILIARISATION ............................................................ 78 0.3.20. PROTECTION OF UNFINISHED WORK ........................... 78 0.3.21. APPROVAL OF EQUIPMENT AND MATERIAL................. 78 0.3.22. PROGRAMME OF WORK ................................................. 78 0.3.23. LIAISING WITH OTHER PARTIES .................................... 79
SECTION N 1 FIRE SAFETY ........................................................................... 80

1.1. GENERALLY .................................................................................. 81 1.1.1. 1.1.2. 1.1.3. 1.1.4. PREAMBLES ..................................................................... 81 SCOPE OF WORKS .......................................................... 81 CONTENTS OF THE WORKS ........................................... 81 REFERENCE DOCUMENTS ............................................. 81
1.2. FIRE HOSE PROTECTION............................................................. 82 1.2.1. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS OF EQUIPMENT ............ 83
1.3. EXTINGUISHERS ........................................................................... 86 1.3.1. HAND HELD PORTABLE EXTINGUISHERS .................... 86
SECTION N 2 AIR CONDITIONING & VENTILATING ..................................... 87

2.1. DESCRIPTION ................................................................................ 88 2.1.1. 2.1.2. 2.1.3. 2.1.4. PURPOSE OF SPECIFICATIONS ..................................... 88 ACCEPTANCE OF INSTALLATIONS ................................ 88 CONTRACTORS GUARANTEE........................................ 88 CALCULATION BASIS....................................................... 89
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2.1.5. 2.1.6.
DESCRIPTION OF INSTALLATIONS ................................ 89 GENERAL SPECIFICATION FOR AIR CONDITION AND VENTILATION.................................................................... 89 FIRE-BARRIER FLAPS.................................................... 109 DIFFUSION - AIR RECIRCULATION AND EXTRACTION109
2.1.7. 2.1.8.
SECTION N 3 PLUMBING ............................................................................. 112

3.1. PREAMBLE .................................................................................. 113 3.1.1. 3.1.2. 3.1.3. PRELIMINARY WORKS .................................................. 113 COMPOSITION OF WORK (SUMMARY LISTING) ......... 113 WORK INCLUDED IN OTHER WORKS SECTIONS ....... 113
3.2. WATER SUPPLY (HOT & COLD) ................................................ 113 3.2.1. 3.2.2. 3.2.3. 3.2.4. 3.2.5. 3.2.6. STARTING POINT FOR COLD WATER INSTALLATIONS113 COLD WATER SUPPLY .................................................. 114 INSULATION ON COLD WATER SYSTEMS ................... 114 PUMPS ............................................................................ 114 CISTERN AND TANKS .................................................... 118 WATER HEATERS .......................................................... 120
3.3. SOIL AND WASTE DRAINAGE SYSTEMS ................................. 121 3.3.1. 3.3.2. 3.3.3. 3.3.4. GENERAL ........................................................................ 121 uPVC PIPE WORK ABOVE GROUND............................. 122 uPVC WASTE PIPE WORK ............................................. 123 WORKMANSHIP ABOVE GROUND, SOIL AND WASTE PIPE WORK ....................................................... 123 uPVC BURIED DRAIN PIPE WORK ................................ 124 WORKMANSHIP - BURIED DRAIN PIPE WORK ............ 124 WC CONNECTIONS ........................................................ 125 RODDING ACCESS......................................................... 125
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3.3.5. 3.3.6. 3.3.7. 3.3.8.

3.3.9.
FLOOR GULLIES ............................................................. 125
3.3.10. MANHOLES ..................................................................... 125 3.3.11. INTUMESCENT SLEEVES .............................................. 125 3.3.12. WASTE AND SEWER WATER DISCHARGE .................. 125 3.3.13. FLOOR DRAINS (SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION) .......... 126 3.4. SANITARY EQUIPMENT .............................................................. 126
SECTION N 4 DRAWINGS ............................................................................ 129

4.1. DRAWINGS .................................................................................. 130 4.2. GENERAL ..................................................................................... 132 4.3. COMPLETION CERTIFICATE ...................................................... 132
SECTION N 5 APPENDICES ......................................................................... 133

5.1. APPENDIX 1: SILENCERS/ACOUSTIC TREATMENT ............. 134 5.2. APPENDIX 3: PASSIVE FIRE STOPPING & SEALS ................ 139 5.3. APPENDIX 6: VIBRATION ATTENUATION .............................. 141 5.4. APPENDIX 6: SEWAGE LIFT PUMPS ...................................... 145
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SECTION N 0 GENERALITIES
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0.1. SCOPE OF CONTRACT

This contract shall cover the preparation of working drawings, including the detailed design incorporated therein; preparation of builders work drawings and details; coordination with the buildings and with other services; supply, delivery, positioning and fixing of all equipment and materials except where otherwise indicated; all labour for installation, supervision and inspection; specialist labour and all necessary instruments and attendance for testing and commissioning; provision of operating and maintenance manuals and record drawings; supply of spare parts and special tools; training of the employer's staff; such further requirements as are stated in this specification and on the contract drawings, in accordance with the details given in this specification and to achieve complete functioning systems fully adjusted and ready for use by the Employer. The omission of detail of any part or component within this Specification, shall not absolve the Contractor from its provision where it is indicated on the drawings or implied by the functional requirements of the system.
0.2. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

0.2.1. 0.2.1.1. PIPE INSTALLATIONS Application
Subsequent sections of the Specification detailing particular engineering services refer to this section for the type and standard of materials to be employed for pipe work installation for the section concerned. Tenders submitted are to include for materials to the standard required and specified. All pipe fittings, valves and the like specified to conform to a relevant British Standard Specification shall bear an appropriate mark to indicate that it has been manufactured in accordance with the provisions of the specified. Pipes Fittings
0.2.1.2.
The following is a summary of pipe work and fittings for general services.
Service Condensate drains Domestic Water Services (Below ground)
Pipe dia. All
Pipe work HP uPVC HP uPVC to BS 3505/6 Class E
Fittings HP uPVC
All
Solvent weld
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Service
Pipe dia.
Pipe work
Fittings
All Main Pipes and Domestic Cold Water Branches Copper to BS Services (Above ground to 2871, Table X & within Building) machines & appliances All Main Pipes and Domestic Hot Water Branches Copper to BS Services (Above ground to 2871, Table Y & within Building) machines & appliances Foul Water drainage (underground) All
Capillary copper to BS 864
Capillary copper to BS 864
uPVC to BS 4660 Push fit uPVC to BS 4660 Push fit
Surface water drainage All (underground) Soil waste & vent (above ground) Waste & vent Surface water (above ground) Fire water (underground)
65 mm and Rubber seal solvent uPVC to BS 4514 above weld Up to 50 mm All All ABS to BS 5255 uPVC to BS 4514 HP uPVC to BS 3505/6 Class E Rubber seal solvent weld Rubber seal solvent weld Solvent weld Galvanised heavy weight beaded malleable screwed iron BSP-W/PTFE TapeVictaulic joint Galvanised heavy weight screwed flangeBSP
Fire water
15-50 mm
Galvanised mild steel BS 1387/67
Fire water
65 mm and Ditto above
0.2.1.3.
Welded Pipe work
Pipe work for welding shall be supplied with plain ends and the bores at the end of adjacent pipes are to be matched on site and bevelled to an 80 degree included angle or bevel, except for pipe sizes 12 to 50 mm which shall be square ends for butt welding. All welding shall be carried out in accordance with current good practice by operatives skilled in this trade.
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All welding shall be carried out by welders holding a current recognised certificate of competency for each method of welding, which shall be submitted to the Engineer for examination and approval. Welds made without this provision will be rejected. Pipes up to oxyacetylene process but for pipes larger than 150 mm the metal-arc process shall be used. Electrical welding by the metal-arc process shall be in accordance with the provisions of BS 2971: 1977 Class 11 metal-arc welding of steel pipelines and pipe assemblies for carrying fluids" and subsequent amendments, and the recommendations of the Institute of Welding, using covered electrodes to BS 639 1976 "Covered Electrodes for the manual metal-arc welding of carbon and carbon manganese steel and subsequent amendments. No backing rings are to be used and joints shall have external reinforcement. Earthling clips shall be of steel and are to be attached to the pipe itself - earthling from pipe fixings will not be permitted. Arrangements shall be made for the provision of an electrical supply for welding; or alternatively, for the supply of an appropriate portable generator. Any charges so incurred shall be deemed to be included in the Tender. Oxyacetylene welding of czs shall be in accordance with the provisions of BS 1821:1982 "Class 1 Oxyacetylene welding of ferrite steel pipe work for carrying fluids" and subsequent amendments; and with the publication "Welding of Mild Steel Pipes 1970" published by the Heating & Ventilating Contractors Association, and in accordance with the provisions of BS 1724: 1959 "Bronze welding by Gas" and Subsequent amendments for copper pipes. All welded joints are to be stamped in a suitable position adjacent to the weld, to enable the identity of the welder to be established. The identification coding shall be made available to the Engineer prior to the commencement of installation. The Engineer shall have the authority to request that 2% of all welds be cut out for routine examination and testing, such tests will be applied to any welded joint at the discretion of the Engineer. Where specific defects are suspected the 2% limit will not apply. The Engineer or his representative shall be present when welds are to be cut out and to witness such tests that may be considered necessary to ensure that the full bore of the pipe is maintained at each welded joint. Bending tests, micro-etching tests and any other method of testing may also be requested if considered necessary by the Engineer and will be carried out in accordance with the provisions of BS 709: 1983 "Methods of testing fusion welded joints and weld metal in steel and subsequent amendments. The entire cost of cutting out testing and reinstatement shall be included in the Tender. After inspection of any necessary tests, all welded joints shall be protected by one coat of red oxide paint. If any such weld is found to be inferior and not up to the standard required, two further welds by the same welder shall be similarly tested and if these also are found to be unsatisfactory then the welder shall be taken off the pipeline and all welds made by him shall be cut and remade: the entire cost: of the cutting out, reinstatement, testing and painting shall be at the Contractor's own expense.
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0.2.1.4.
Flanged and Union Joints
Removable joints shall be formed on all steel, Plastic or copper pipe work at intervals of approximately 15 to 20 Mts. or wherever to facilitate dismantling. All flanges for use with steel pipes shall be manufactured from mild steel in accordance with the provisions of BS 4504 "Flanges and bolting for pipes valves and fittings" Part 1 1969 'Ferrous' with subsequent amendments and to the Table appropriate for the system pressure but never less than Table E. Flanges for use with copper pipes shall be manufactured from bronze or gunmetal in accordance with the provisions of BS 4504: Part 2: 1974 "Copper Alloy and Composite Flanges" and subsequent amendments, and to the Table appropriate for the pressure specified. Flanges on screwed work shall be screwed and subsequently expanded. Flanges for weIding shall be plain faced slip on back type flanges. All flanged joints shall be flush and truly aligned and shall employ full faced corrugated metal rings coated on both sides with an approved jointing compound on condenser water pipes. Flanged joints shall be made with 1.6mm thick Flingerite joint IBC and no jointing compound shall be used. Flanges other than mating flanges for certain specialised equipment shall be drilled to the appropriate Table for the service concerned and secured with the necessary bolts, nuts and washers. All bolts and nuts shall be hexagonal headed bright steel in accordance with the provisions of BS 4882: 1973 "Bolting for flanges and pressure containing purposes and not more than two threads shall project beyond the nut". For the purpose of cold-draw for expansion compensators, high tensile steel bolts shall be used. 0.2.1.5. Pipe Sleeves and Plates
Sleeves shall be provided where pipes pass through walls, floors, beams, fittings and waterproof membranes. Sleeves shall not be split and shall be of the same material as the pipe passing through or rigid PVC which may be used when the operating temperature of the pipes below 100C. The Internal diameter of the sleeve shall not be less than 13 mm and not more than 25 mm larger than the external diameter of the pipe. Where pipe sleeves pass through walls or floors which form a fire barrier, the sleeve shall be of the same material as the pipe and the space between the sleeve and the pipe passing through the sleeve shall be fire stopped with asbestos rope packing. Sleeves through bearing walls and footings shall be of cast iron pipe. The internal diameter of the sleeve shall be a minimum of 15 mm greater than the outside diameter of the pipe passing through it. The sleeve shall be packed with asbestos cement or yam and the ends sealed with bitumen.
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All sleeves shall protrude not less than 2 mm and not more than 3 mm proud of the finished floor or wall surface. Flashing sleeves shall be provided where pipes pass through waterproof membranes. Flashing sleeves shall be provided with an integral flange to which a flashing shield can be clamped or welded. The shields shall be of zinc and shall extend not less than 200 mm from the sleeve in all directions. The shield shall be sealed and the pipe with waterproof material and mastic compound. Where pipes pass through floors and ceilings they shall, unless otherwise specified, be provided with chromium plates, rolled steel, hinged floor plates of the set screw pattern. Where possible, pipes shall be spaced to accommodate the entire floor plates, but where, the available spacing is inadequate and necessitates the cutting of the plates to prevent overlap, and then each plate shall be cut by an equal amount to give a symmetric appearance. The Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that the sleeves are in the correct position at the time they are built in. 0.2.1.6. Erection of General Service Pipe work
All pipe work shall be erected to present a neat and tidy appearance by skilled tradesmen; arranged to follow the contour of walls and other structural members of the building. It shall give maximum headroom and avoid the obstruction of windows and doorways. Pipe work shall be installed with the consideration for the location of other services with which its arrangement shall be co-ordinated; allowance should also be made during its erection for the thickness of insulation thereon. All adjacent pipes shall be installed mutually parallel and all vertical pipes fitted plumb. Wherever possible pipe work outside plant rooms shall be installed in the false ceilings or purpose made ducts. Vertical pipes shall be fixed with 25 mm clearance between the finished face of the wall and the pipe or insulation thereon, and the thickness of plaster or other wall finish, should be ascertained for this purpose. Horizontal pipes near floors are to be located with at least 100 mm clearance between the finished floor level and the pipe or insulation thereon, and for this purpose skirting heights and floor finishes shall be ascertained. The minimum clearance between pipes and/or their insulation shall be 75 mm. Pipes shall, be erected with continuous gradients, rising in a suitable direction to clear air and where a horizontal pipe reduces in size, in the direction of an air vent it shall be provided with an eccentric reducing fitting. The gradient or fall to low points shall be appropriate to the service concerned and unless otherwise indicated on the drawings are to be as follows:
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Services Low Pressure (mains) Low Pressure (branches) Hot Water Supply (mains) Hot Water supply (branches) Cold Water Supply
Gradient 1 in 500 1 in 250 1 in 500 1 in 250 1 in 500
All bends required for expansion purposes and all swan necks, offsets and springs are to be formed by the use of a suitable bending machine or by heat: treatment. Heat treatment shall not be employed for galvanised pipe. Bends, springs and offsets for copper tube may be formed by the use of bending springs. Pipe work shall generally be set around all piles and columns, around stee1works and other projections beyond the face of walls and partitions, and where walls reduce in thickness; whether so indicated on the drawings or not and no extras shall be of direction so formed shall be made with a minimum loss of local pipe wall thickness and the diameter of the pipe shall be maintained. Crinkled and scored work will be rejected. Cutting and shutting will not be permitted unless approved by the Engineer or his representative. Any sets or pulled bends on uPVC; CPVC or PP pipe work shall be factory fabricated. The centre line radius of bends, offsets, springs etc. shall not be less than three times the normal bore of the pipe for pipes up to and including 160 mm diameter, and three and half times the bore larger than 160 mm diameter. Where two or more pipes change direction together, the pipes shall be installed at a constant spacing before and after the bend. All pipe work valves, fittings etc. shall be free from corrosion and internal obstruction and the ends of all lengths, and cuts from standard lengths, shall be trimmed square and reamed to the full bore of the pipe to remove burrs. Pipe work showing signs of corrosion shall not be fitted. Joints will not be permitted within the thickness of walls, floors, ceilings; or other equally inaccessible positions. All pipe work, valves, fittings and equipment forming the general installation shall be erected in a manner that will permit easy dismantling and convenient accessibility for future repairs and replacements for items of plant. Flanged or union connections shall be provided at valves and at suitable intervals to facilitate erection of the pipe work. Particular attention is drawn to welded pipe work where sufficient flanged joints shall be provided to limit the length of pipe sections for convenient handling. Connections to equipment shall be arranged by flanges or unions to facilitate ease of removal. Connections of up to 50 mm diameter shall be made with unions. Bends and tees shall be of easy sweep or pitcher pattern wherever possible, appropriate, and convenient. The use of bushes and hexagonal eccentric reducing
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nipples for reducing the size of fittings will not be permitted. Long screw connectors with back nuts will not be allowed. Square elbows and square tees as well as straight or malleable nipples are not to be used unless authorised by the Engineer or his representative. Square tees and round elbows shall be used for thermometer, thermostat, gauge and drain connections and air vents. Round elbows may be used where pipe work is exposed in rooms and where the use of an easy sweep bend would throw the centre of the pipe beyond an acceptable distance from the wall. No elbows will be allowed on fire service systems where all changes of direction shall be by means of standard bend springs or long radius bends. Flat seated unions shall not be used; unions shall have bronze conical seats ground in. All pipe systems shall be thoroughly flushed out when the installation has been completed. All steel pipe work in small channels which are to be provided with permanent floor covering, and pipe work where encased or otherwise make inaccessible within the building structure, shall be performed with welded joints. All pipe work and supports, other than galvanised or copper shall be cleaned and painted one coat of red oxide paint to afford protection during the course of erection. The paint shall be applied immediately after the pipe work has been installed. All pipe work in channels, which are to be sealed, shall be covered in dry sand unless otherwise specified. Special care is to be observed to prevent dirt and rubbish entering the open ends of pipes during erection, and the open ends are to be temporarily fitted with plastic or metal caps, plugs or blank flanges during the progress of the work. Improvised plums of wood, rag or paper shall not be used. In the event of failure to comply with this instruction, the Engineer shall order pipe work to be dismantled and cleaned internally to the extent, which he may consider necessary; at no cost to the Client. A valve terminating a disconnected pipe is not considered satisfactory to prevent the entry of rubbish. The open end of the valve shall be fitted with a plug or flange as stated above. All ferrous pipe work and fittings other than galvanised shall be protected by one coat of red oxide paint and this paint shall be applied as the work progresses. All pipe work not insulated shall be painted one coat of red oxide paint and two coats of gloss. 0.2.1.7. Supports for General Service Pipe work
All necessary brackets, clips, hangers, and other pipe supports including necessary bolts, nuts, washers, backing plates, screws and plugs which shall be provided for the fixing and alignment of all pipe work, shall be approved by the Engineer or his representative.
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All additional secondary steel works necessary to support any mechanical services shall be supplied and fitted by the Contractor after approval of the size and fixing has been given by the Engineer. All chilled water, water service and hose reel pipe work shall be supported at the maximum centres given in the schedule included in Section B16 of the CIBSE Guide. In the event of two or more pipes being carried by a single support the spacing shall be selected for the shorter interval. Under no circumstances shall one pipe be supported from another pipe. All supports for steel pipes shall be of ferrous material and shall be galvanised where: used with galvanised pipe. Spacing of pipe supports on fire service pipe work shall conform to the FOC 29th Editor Rules. All supports for copper pipes shall be of polished brass where exposed to view; elsewhere, they shall be rough finish No ferrous supports will be permitted for nonferrous pipes. All alternative pipe support systems may be submitted for approval. Within rooms all wall brackets supporting pipe work shall be of school board pattern Rings Clips for uPVC; CPVC or PP pipes shall be uPVC lined. All supports shall be adequate, firmly and duly fixed and shall not promote vibration. Where piping is to be supported from concrete construction, suitable inserts shall be provided for placing in the form work before concrete is poured. The inserts shall be of cast iron or mild steel and of a type to receive bolt heads or nuts after installation. They shall permit adjustment of the bolts in a horizontal direction. Where copper or steel piping is normally exposed to view in occupied spaces, the supports shall be spaced at intervals one-half of those listed in Section B 16 of the CIBSE Guide, or as specially detailed elsewhere in this Specification or on the drawings. Where pipe work is connected to vibrating plant the pipe supports shall where necessary be of the spring or vibration isolated type for a given distance away from the connection commensurate with the natural dampening effect of the pipe. The deflection of the anti-vibration support shall be adequately allowed for such that no undue load is imposed on other supports or connections. All supports shall be selected and fabricated to allow for thermal movement of their associated pipe and where applicable vapour sealed insulation system. Where the calculated maximum linear expansion in any straight pipe exceeds 20 mm, the pipe shall be supported on rigid welded channel iron frames with rollers and chairs, and semicircular flat iron hoops to act as pipe restraints and guides. Pipe work in vertical ducts shall be supported from channel iron built into the duct wall with U bolts. Supports shall be provided either side of heavy items of pipeline equipment such as flanged valves, strainers, etc. To avoid strain on or distortion of the equipment
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PIPE SUPPORTS Mild Steel Nom. Bore 15mm 20-25mm 32mm 40-50mm 65-100mm 125-150mm 200mm & above Copper Nom. Bore 15-22mm 28mm 35-54mm 67-108mm 133mm 159mm & above Vertical Pipes 1,80m 2,40m 3,00m 3,70m 3,70m 3,70m Horizontal Pipes 1,20m 1,50m 1,80m 2,40m 3,00m 3,70m Vertical Pipes 2,50m 3,00m 3,00m 3,60m 4,50m 5,50m 8,50m Horizontal Pipes 1,80m 2,50m 2,70m 3,00m 4,00m 4,50m 6,00m
uPVC; CPVC; Polypropylene Nom. Bore Vertical Pipes Classes B & C 15mm 20-25mm 32-40mm 50mm 65mm 80mm 100m 150mm 200mm & above 1.05m 1.20m 1.35m 2.50m 2.00m 2.40m Horizontal Pipes Classes D & E 0.90m 1.05m 1.20m 1.35m 1.50m 1.65m 1.80m 2.25m 2.70m
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0.2.1.8.
Expansion
All pipe fixings are to be located in such a manner as to permit complete freedom of movement of the pipe work for expansion and contraction and to direct its movement for the purposes of compensating for expansion. Wherever possible, provision for expansion and contraction of piping shall be made by changes in direction. In other cases, adequate expansion loops or expansion fittings shall be provided. Expansion loops when required shall be formed with welded, bands. The loops shall be shop manufactured and annealed after welding. Connections to the mains shall be with flanges. Each leg of the loop shall be pulled cold to approximately 50% of the estimated expansion on each leg. Where necessary, further expansion compensation devices shall be provided and installed in accordance with their manufacturers recommendations. Such devices shall include: (a) Axial compression bellows comprising sin-le-wall stainless steel bellows with horseshoe convolutions with flanged or screwed connections for replacement. (b) Articulating compensators of stainless steel shall be installed if necessary. The selection of compensators, loops, offsets and the like shall take due account of the system pressures, and their arrangements relative to anchor points shall take account of the thrust forces exerted by pipe expansion and contraction and the effects of such forces on the anchor points and the structure to which it is fixed. To prevent undue stressing of flanges due to cold draw, long flange bolts shall be used initially and shall be pulled up in pairs diametrically opposed until the joint is finally made when the bolts may be replaced one at a time by one of the correct length. The Tender drawings do not indicate expansion compensating loops, offsets, devices, anchors, guides etc. The Contractor shall make due allowance for all these in his Tender and for all calculations, selection design and positioning of expansion facilities to the Engineer's approval.
0.2.1.9.
Anchors and Guides
Anchors shall be provided as required. Their construction generally shall camp rise heavy steel straps, lugs or flanges welded to the pipe and drilled where necessary for the reception of bolts for clamping to suitable purpose made mild steel channel or British Standard beam. Anchor supports suitably and rigidly secured to the building structure in a manner to resist any longitudinal movement of the pipe work without damage to the building structure. All welds, bolts etc. at pipe anchors shall be adequate to resist the thrust imposed. Expansion bellows shall be of axial pattern or as indicated and shall be provided with screwed or flanged ends as appropriate to facilitate replacement, unless otherwise approved. They shall incorporate internal liners if required and shall be manufactured from 18/8 stainless steel or other if approved material appropriate to the duty and shall be designed to withstand the test pressure of the system. Bellows
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shall be capable of not less than 2,000 complete cycles of movement over the designed working range without failure. Expansion bellows for angular movements shall be arranged as indicated. They shall be provided with tic rods or hinges to take end thrust. All bellows expansion joints shall be provided with external protection where exposed to damage. For axial bellows this shall comprise an external sleeve. Bellows shall be installed so that they are not subjected to stresses other than those for which they are designed. Unless otherwise indicated they shall be installed so that they are in their free position at a temperature midway between the high and low limits of normal service. Pipe work either side of the bellows expansion joints shall be provided with guides ensure that all movements are taken up in the signed manner. The manufacturers recommendations shall be closely followed. Guides shall be secured rigidly and shall provide free movement for expansion without undue tolerance. Means of lubrication shall be provided where necessary. On mild steel pipe work, mild steel anchors capable of resisting the maximum stresses shall be provided and preferably all be welded to the pipe work. Where it is impracticable to weld the anchors to the pipe work, cast iron chairs with at least two wrought iron stirrup bolts shall be used, the bolts being provided with sufficient thread to ensure an effective grip on the pipe. For copper pipe work the anchors shall be provided by wide copper straps secured to the pipe work in such a manner that the pipe is not damaged. The Contractor shall supply, and fix in position ready for building in, al cleats, brackets and steelwork required for anchor points. Anchor points where secured to the bottoms of due or trenches shall be sealed with hot poured bitumen.
0.2.1.10.
Headers
Where indicated on the drawings, headers shall be provided for various services. They shall be of neat construction with welded flanged ends and provided with all necessary welded flanged stools to suit the sizes and positions of connections. The stools shall be of sufficient length to clear the thickness of any insulation thereon and permit the insertion of flange bolts. All spare outlets, which may be specified, shall be provided with valves appropriate to the service concerned and such spare valves shall be blanked off with plugs or blank flanges as may be appropriate. (E.g. sprinklers header)
0.2.1.11.
Underground Pipe work
Services laid in the ground shall be installed with care and in such a manner that pipe work and fittings shall not be damaged due to ground movement. Consideration shall be given, particularly for non-metallic pipes, to the depth at which the pipe shall be laid, depending upon the size of the pipe, the location, width of trench and the class of bedding upon which the pipe will lie.
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Steel pipes shall receive two coats of protective paint, and all metal pipes shall be wrapped with Denso tape tropical application two layers prior to back-filling. Buried cold water pipes shall be not less than 600 mm for copper and steel and 1000 mm for plastic below ground surface level. Where pipes pass under roadways carrying vehicles, they shall be located within sleeves or conduit. The interior of all pipes shall be kept free from dirt and soil at all times. Open ends waiting jointing, which cannot be capped off by proper fittings shall be provided with a purpose made cap constructed from 22 gauge mild steel for temporary capping. Flanged joints shall be made with approved rubber insertion or corrugated brass joint rings and approved sealing compound. Non-ferrous fittings shall be used at the junction between cast iron and steel pipes. After joints have been assembled and made, the trench shall be partially filled to the centre line of each pipe to provide anchorage, and all bends, tees and blank pipe endings shall be adequately supported with timber to prevent any movement when the test pressure is applied. After the pressure test, concrete anchor and thrust blocks are to be poured and the size and position of all blocks shall be adequate and suitable to prevent pipe movement. All detachable and flanged joints shall be protected with thick bitumen, special care being taken to apply a liberal coating to screwed ends and exposed portions of bolts. Excavation bedding pipe laying and back-filling to be carried out in accordance with Code of Practice 310: 1965, Code of Practice 301: 1971, Building Drainage and DoE Advisory Leaflet 24; "Laying of rigid drain and small sewer pipes".
0.2.1.12.
Storage of Pipe work
All pipes stored on site shall be kept clear of the ground and shall be stored under cover and shielded from direct sunlight. Screwed ends of pipes shall be protected with a socket or plastic thimble to prevent damage to the thread. The internal bore of all pipes shall be examined before and after cutting and any foreign matter must be removed. Stocks of pipe stored on site for long periods must: be periodically inspected, and any pipe found to be corroded beyond normal 'stock rust' condition shall not be used. Special precautions shall be taken to avoid uPVC, Polypropylene and GRP pipe and fittings coming into contact with sunlight and ultraviolet radiation. The total cumulative exposure to sunlight including offloading, storage, erection etc., shall not exceed 50 hours.
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uPVC, Polypropylene and GRP pipes shall be stored in a well ventilated store on level racks in accordance with the manufacturers' recommendations, and not withstanding these never criss-cross or in stacks exceeding 1000 mm in height. Secondary covering of sacking or other water absorbent material shall be laid over the pipe work and hosed with water at the start of and halfway through each day or more frequently if required. Similar precautions shall be taken where drainage pipes are laid in trenches prior to backfilling. uPVC, Polypropylene and GRP pipe: where laid at a shallow depth where some UV radiation penetration still occurs shall be surrounded with concrete or other approved dense material opaque to UVR. Any tube of any type which the Engineer considers being in poor condition, whether fixed or not, shall be removed from site and no extra cost will be allowed under any circumstances whatsoever. uPVC, and Polypropylene tube and fittings which are discoloured due to excessive exposure will be rejected and will be replaced at the Contractor's expense.
0.2.1.13.
Drain Points
Adequate provisions shall be made for emptying sections of all services as required for maintenance purposes whether indicated on the drawing or not. Particular attention should be paid to the requirements of the Local Water Authority with respect to the provision of drain taps on hot and cold water services. Particular attention shall be paid to the requirements of the Local Fire Authority and the FOC 29th Edition rules with respect to the provision of drain taps on fire service pipe work systems. All cylinders, coils and pumps together with all low points of pipe work within plant rooms shall be provided with draw off gland cocks. All other low points shall be provided with drain taps. Drain taps shall also be provided on the flow and return of all sub-circuits provided with isolating facilities and shall be located on the isolated side of the valves whether indicated on the drawings or not. Drain taps shall be in accordance with the provisions of BS 2879: 1980 "Draining Taps (screw down pattern)" and subsequent amendments, Type A with lock shield. Schemes involving external distribution mains below ground level are to be provided with ample sized dirt pockets to which the drain cock shall be provided. Underground mains shall be provided with a 54 mm gland cock with hose union outlet at the lowest position for the, purpose of flushing out. The Contractor shall be responsible for the design and positioning of all drain points.
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0.2.1.14.
Automatic Air Admittance Valves
Automatic air admittance valves shall be provided where indicated on drawings. They shall generally be provided at the end of a drainage run to prevent siphoning of WC integral traps. The valve shall be of ABS inner body, and shall be in accordance with BS 5255:1976 "Plastic waste pipe and fittings. uPVC outer body, and shall be in accordance with BS 4514:1983 "Specification for un plasticised PVC soil and ventilation pipes, fittings and accessories. The internal rubber seal diaphragm shall be in accordance with BS 2494:1976 and a corrosion resistant spring to BS 5216:1975 (1982) and all subsequent amendments.
0.2.1.15.
Air Vents
All pipes shall be run with appropriate gradients to ensure the free release of air and drainage at suitable points on the system. Air vents shall be provided at all high points in the pipe work, whether indicated on the drawings or not. Automatic air vents shall generally be provided at all primary venting positions generally in plant rooms and service areas, at the head of vertical risers. Air bottles shall be provided at all venting points. Heating and cooling coils on air handling units, fan coils and ductwork systems, in addition to all high points of pipe work which require venting shall be provided with 6 mm diameter air cocks unless some other form of venting is specified or has been indicated on the drawings. Air bottles shall be formed from pipe of equal bore to the pipe being vented and of length equal to the bore plus 150 mm. Each air bottle shall be provided with a 6mm vent pipe welded into the top and terminating in a conveniently accessible position, approximately 1,600 mm above floor level, with a 6 mm lock shield needle valve. The needle valve shall be provided with a 6 mm tailpiece with mitred end. Automatic air vents shall be as specified elsewhere. Each automatic air vent shall be preceded by a lock shield pattern stop valve, and the discharge from the air vent shall be 12mm copper pipe terminating with an open discharge in a position to be agreed over a conveniently located drain, gully or sump. The Contractor shall be responsible for the design and positioning of all air vents.
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0.2.1.16.
Valves and Cocks General
Valves and cocks shall be provided where indicated on the drawings and of the sizes given. They shall be in accordance with the types specified for the various services in the Schedule of Valves. (a) Domestic Hot and Cold Water and Fire Protection Services Isolating valves on the general domestic water and fire services distribution system shall be as for chilled water services, but the Final connections to sanitary Fittings or ranges of sanitary Fittings shall be provided with gunmetal stopcocks to BS 1010. Stopcocks shall be chromium plated easy-clean pattern where exposed to view. Regulating valves on hot water circulations shall be as for chilled water services. (b) Cold Water Services Mains Isolating valves up to and including 54mm shall be gunmetal screwed stopcocks to BS 1010, with crutch head. Isolating valves of 67mm and above shall be cast iron flanged waterworks sluice valves, with inside screw, non-rising stem, bronze trim, wedge disc and cast iron hand wheel.
(c) Gas Service Lines Isolating valves shall be full-bore 1/4-turn ball plug valve with stainless steel body, ball and spindle, p.t.f.e. seat, and cast iron lever handle. Valves shall be screwed for sizes up to and including 50mm and flanged for sizes 65mm and above. All valves and cocks shall be located in an accessible position for operational and maintenance purposes. Valves and cocks for use on hot and cold water services shall comply with the regulations and requirements of the appropriate Water Authority concerned and arrangements shall be made with that: Authority and no extras shall be allowed for any charges for testing and stamping of valves and cocks which may be required. Valves up to and including 50 mm, bore shall, unless otherwise specified, be screwed in accordance with BS 21: 1973 ''Pipe threads for tubes and fittings where pressure tight joints are made on the threads" and subsequent amendments. Valves of 65 mm bore and over shall have flanges drilled in accordance with BS 4504 Parts 1 and 2 "Ferrous and copper alloy and composite flanges" and subsequent amendments to the flange tables for the operating pressure and temperature for the service concerned. All flanged valves and cocks shall be provided with the necessary counter flanges drilled to suit, complete with corrugated jointing rings and bolts.
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Generally all principal circuits and sub-circuits of each system (other than open circuit system) together with elements such as heating and cooling coils shall have gate valves on the flow and return piping, located such that complete isolation is obtainable. In certain instances as shown on drawings flow regulation is required. The valves used for this purpose shall be as indicated on the drawings and shall include for visual indication of shut off or lock shield type with dust cover. All other valves shall be of the hand wheel pattern. The types of isolating valves are not defined on the drawings. In general however, they shall always be gate valves except where there is insufficient space to accommodate them when plug valves shall be used. On open circuit high pressure systems such as drinking water and irrigation water services all isolating valves shall generally be stopcocks. 65 mm diameter and over isolating devices on open circuit systems shall be sluice valves.
0.2.1.17.
Automatic Air Valves
Automatic Air Valves shall have a bronze body with bolted cover and a 9 mm top outlet. They shall each incorporate a suitable float: mounted on a stainless steel spindle terminating in a needle valve for closure against a stainless steel seating at the outlet. For low pressure systems the valve shall be provided with a test cock and a brazed float, but for medium and high pressure systems the float shall be of stainless steel. Automatic air valves for low pressure systems shall, if specified for the service concerned, incorporate an internal ball check valve at the inlet to prevent air entry to the system. Automatic air valves for the cold water services shall be to the approval of the Water Authority concerned. 0.2.1.18. Globe Valves
Bronze globe valves shall be in accordance with the provisions of BS 5154:1983 "Copper Alloy Globe, Globe Stop and Check, Check and Gate Valves for General Purposes" and subsequent amendments. They shall be screwed or flanged, with internal screw and shall have a "Cool grip" type hand wheel, bronze trim and renewable disc. Globe valves shall be suitable for the operating pressure of the service concerned.
0.2.1.19.
Balancing Valves
Balancing valves T&A brand shall be of the oblique screw-down pattern of all gunmetal construction for sizes up to and including 40 mm diameter and cast iron with gunmetal trim for 50 and 65 mm diameter. For sizes larger than 65 mm balancing valves shall be of the rotating disc type with cast iron body and gunmetal trim. Balancing valves shall have BSPT screwed connections for sizes up to and including 50mm diameter and flanged connections for sizes greater than 50 mm
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All valves shall have a logarithmic flow characteristic and an adjustable pre-setting scale with indicator on the valve bonnet. Each valve shall incorporate a hose nozzle pressure cock on each side of the valve and, if available, a combined drain cock connection.
0.2.1.20.
Ball Valves
Ball valves for feed and storage cisterns and including 230 litres actual capacity shall be of the, "Portsmouth" type with nylon seats conforming with BS 1212 Part 1: 1953 "Piston type" with amendments or Part 2: 1970 "Diaphragm type (brass body)". Ball valves for storage cisterns shall be provided with plastic floats to BS 2456 1973 and for feed cisterns floats shall be copper to BS 1968: 1953 Class BMC "Portsmouth" 'ball valves (Piston type) shall be high pressure zone unless otherwise specified, with the diameter of the ball float conforming with BS1212 Part 1. For feed, storage tanks and cisterns exceeding 230 litres actual capacity ball valves shall be of the equilibrium type with bronze body and screwed connections lip, to and including 50mm bore. Equilibrium type ball valves shall have gunmetal faced valve and seating, with the valve mounted on a forged bronze spindle and sliding freely in a gunmetal lined cylinder. Unless drop arm float suspension is otherwise specified for the service concerned, the copper ball float shall be mounted on a galvanised steel lever, of adequate length, hinged to the valve spindle by means of gunmetal links and fulcrum pins.
0.2.1.21.
Bib-taps
Bib cocks shall be in accordance with the provisions of BS 1010 "Draw-off taps and stop valves for water services" (screw down pattern) Part 2: 1973 'Draw-off taps and above-ground stop valves- and subsequent amendments. They shall be provided with hose union nosepiece and lock shield with loose key.
0.2.1.22.
Check Valves
Cast iron check valves (above 54 mm) shall be manufactured in accordance with the provisions of BS 5153: 1974 with amendments. They shall have screwed or flanged connections as specified for the pipe size concerned. Bronze check valves (up including 54 mm) shall be manufactured in accordance with BS 1953: 1964 with amendments. They shall be of the horizontal or vertical type to suit the conditions of the service concerned. All valves shall have a pressure temperature rating suitable for the intended service.
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0.2.1.23.
Cast Iron Plug Valves
Plug valves shall be glandless of the lubricated parallel type with limit stops and with rectangular ports. Each valve shall be provided with an indicating plate and quadrant. Plug valves 150mm diameter and over shall be operated by means of a Capstan wheel worm gearing and mitre gearing to suit the position of the valve. All other plug valves shall be provided with a malleable iron standard wrench set screwed to the plug stem. Plug valves shall be screwed or flanged whichever is specified for the pipe size concerned.
0.2.1.24.
Double Regulating Valves
Double regulating valves shall be gunmetal of the screw down type conforming with the provisions of BS 5154: 1983 "Copper alloy globe stop and check gate valves for general purposes", and subsequent amendments. The valves shall be of straight, angle of 'Y' pattern, whichever is suitable for the service concerned, with parabolic valve disc and regulating sleeve giving proportionate regulation. The valve spindle and bonnet shall have back seating to enable it to be repacked under pressure when fully open. Unless otherwise specified, regulating valves shall be provided with a hand wheel. Two double seat pressure test valves shall be incorporated in the valve assembly on either side of the valve.
0.2.1.25.
Pressure Differential Regulating Valves
Pressure differential regulators shall be of the spring loaded diaphragm type with piston plug and double-seated valve. The valves shall have cast iron housing and be suitable for 26 bar maximum pressure, 2000C maximum temperature and a suitable working set point range.
0.2.1.26.
Gate Valves
Cast iron flanged gate valves shall be in accordance with the provisions of BS 5150 "Cast iron wedge and double disc gate valves for general purposes" and subsequent amendments. They shall be provided with bronze trim and, unless otherwise specified, shall have non-rising spindle. Valves shall be suitable for the working pressure of the service concerned. Gunmetal gate valves shall be in accordance with the provisions of BS 1952: 1964 "Copper alloy gate valves for general purposes" and subsequent amendments. They shall be screwed, flanged or capillary type to suit the associated pipe work and unless otherwise specified, shall have non-rising spindles. Gate valves shall be suitable for the working pressure of the service concerned.
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0.2.1.27.
Gland cocks
Gland cocks shall be of gunmetal with solid taper plug and two bolt oval glands, and where used for emptying or drain purposes, they shall, unless situated on permanent drain or emptying pipes, be provided with serrated hose union tailpieces.
0.2.1.28.
Metering Sets
Metering valve sets shall comprise matched double regulating valves and metering station orifices Double regulating valves shall be capable of full isolation. Metering sets of sizes up to 50 mm shall comprise oblique pattern bronze double regulating valve to BS 5154 and bronze metering station and orifice. For sizes of 65 mm and above, metering sets shall comprise a cast iron oblique pattern double regulating valves with copper alloy trim to BS 5152 and cast iron metering station body with stainless steel orifice Metering stations shall be fitted on the upstream port of the double regulating valve and shall be complete with tapping points on either side of the orifice plate to permit differential pressures to be measured by means of a manometer. Double regulating valves shall be capable of being locked after setting during commissioning in such a way that the valve may still be fully closed for isolation purposes but on reopening be 'stopped' at its correct setting.
0.2.1.29.
Relief Valves
Relief valves shall be of the full bore enclosed spring loaded lock up type with a discharge pipe there from turned down to floor. Relief valves for hot water systems shall be adjusted to lift at 0.7 Bar in excess of the working pressure. 0.2.1.30. Sluice Valves
Cast iron sluice valves shall be in accordance with the provisions of BS 5163 and amendments. They shall have open and shut indications, a bronze non-rising spindle, a solid wedge with renewable gunmetal rings on valve and seat and lubricated hemp gland packing. 0.2.1.31. Strainers
Strainers shall generally be of the cast iron Y type flanged to BS 10 Table F and suitable for at least 13 bar operating pressure. They shall be provided with a medium grade screen of stainless steel mesh (0,8 mm diameter perforations (up to 54 mm) and 1,6 mm diameter perforation (above 5 mm) and shall be sized such that in their clean condition the maximum pressure drop at the design flow rate shall not exceed 6kPa. Strainers shall be complete with drilled and tapped caps complete with drain cocks. Strainers on hot and cold open circuit systems shall be of bronze with phosphor bronze screens.
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Strainers up to an include 54mm shall be bronze screwed with screwed with screwed cover strainers above 54 mm shall be cast iron flanged with bolted cover. All strainers shall have a pressure temperature rating suitable for the intended service.
0.2.1.32.
Valve and Cock Keys
Two complete sets of appropriate keys or wrenches shall be provided to fit each size of lock shield valve, air valve, drain tap, plug cock etc. and the keys shall be handed to the Employer's representative. A timber board with the necessary hooks for the keys shall be provided in each plant room. 0.2.1.33. Testing- of Pipe work
All pipe work shall be tested hydraulically after assembly on site and before any insulation is applied or pipe work made inaccessible by building cladding, to a pressure equal to twice the working pressure. If the working pressure is greater than 6 bar the test pressure may be one and a half times the working pressure. The minimum test pressure for water pipes shall be 10 bar. Hydraulic pressure tests shall be carried out by means of a force pump, which shall be locked after the desired pressure is obtained. The test pressure shall be registered at the lowest part of the system being tested and maintained for a period of two hours during which time all parts must remain completely watertight and no pressure loss become evident on the gauge. In the case of Fire Mains, Wet risers and Hose Reel supplies, the pressure test shall be maintained for 24 hours. Any Leakage must at once be made good and the pressure test repeated until the desired test conditions are maintained. During this period all welds on steel pipe shall be well hammered. Any defects shall be made good and the relevant section shall be re-tested all at the Contractor's expense. Cylinders, Pumps and any other ancillary items of equipment which may be liable to damage by the test pressure, are to, be isolated or suitably protected during the test, and all necessary precautions shall be taken. Any damaged equipment shall be replaced. In order not to delay the building operations sections of the pipe work shall be pressure tested independently as the work progresses. All necessary plugs, caps or blank flanges shall be provided for testing and these shall be removed after the pressure tests have been approved. A test certificate shall be issued in duplicate for each section of the, pipe work satisfactorily tested. Standard test certificates shall be issued by the Engineer and each certificate submitted shall clearly state the information required on the certificate. Seven days clear notice of any test shall be given to the Engineer in writing in order that where he deems necessary the Engineer or his representative shall witness the test.
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0.2.1.34.
Testing of Condensate Drains
Condensate drains shall be tested by introducing water into the drip tray beneath each fan coil unit and flushing the pipe work for period of 5 minutes during which time the pipe work shall be inspected for leakage.
0.2.1.35.
Labels and Identification
All valves controlling mains and sub-circuits for all services shall be labelled before the works are commissioned in accordance with a schedule of valves which shall correspond with valves indicated upon the final as-installed drawings and any circuit control diagrams considered necessary. The labels for valves shall be brass or Traffolite plastic 80 mm by 40 mm with a hole 10 mm from one end. A short length of brass chain with a ring at each end shall be used to permanently attach the labels to each valve. The labels shall be stamped or engraved with letters and numbers not smaller than 10 mm high. Each label shall indicate the type of service and the valve reference number, which shall agree with a schedule of valves which, shall be prepared for each service. The schedule shall comprise the valve reference number, the function of the valve and its location. In addition to the schedule a schematic diagram of each service shall be prepared indicating the position and reference number of each valve. The schematic diagram shall clearly indicate the location of each valve in the building. The schedules and schematic diagrams shall be framed and glazed and hung in the relevant plant rooms; an alternative method may be submitted to the Engineer for approval. Duplicate copies of the schedules and schematic diagrams shall be submitted to the Engineer for approval. Motors, starters and switchgear shall have labels of "Traffolite" with white lettering on black background. The labels are to be screwed to the front of starters and isolators and shall indicate the service. Similar labels shall be affixed below each instrument on the instrument panel and shall indicate the purpose of the instrument and the respective boiler, tank or other appliance to which its recordings are applicable. Each fan, pump or any item of plant shall bear a metal label giving the maker's name, date of manufacture and serial number, test and working pressures, duty, horsepower, phasing, number of cycles per second, speeds, BS number for the standard to which the item of plant conforms, and all relevant performance data as appropriate to the item of plant to enable easy identification at a later date. An engraved label shall be fixed to each filter stating the maximum permissible pressure drop, In addition to the maker's label each item of plant shall be fitted with a further label identifying the equipment in relation to the Schedules of Plant in the Operating and Maintenance Instructions, All labels shall be engraved both Arabic and English.
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0.2.1.36.
Test Points
The Contractor shall supply universal test points on all chilled water and LPHW heating connections to and from plant and equipment, all system branch connections and elsewhere to facilitate the balancing testing and commissioning of the systems. The universal test points shall be of the self-sealing brass-bodied type capable of receiving push-in-stem type thermometers and pressure gauges and complete with the number and location of the test points on his working drawings prior to submission to the Engineer for approval.
0.2.1.37.
Refrigerant Systems
Thermometers and Altitude Gauges Thermometers shall be vapour pressure type with 100mm. dia. dial, chrome bezel, clear acrylic window and black indicating pointer. Water thermometers shall be provided with separate pocket and air thermometers shall be back flange mounting. The operating range shall be such that the normal operating temperature 15 approximately halfway round the scale. Remote reading thermometers shall be provided where indicated, and shall be backflange mounted onto a polished hardwood gauge board. Altitude gauges shall be of the Bourdon tube type with 100mm. dia dial chrome bezel, clear acrylic window, black indicating pointer and red adjustable pointer. The operating range shall he such that the normal operating pressure is approximately halfway round the scale. Each gauge shall be fitted with lever handle control cock, and shall be calibrated in kPa and bar. Refrigerant Systems Pipe work for refrigerant systems shall be of refrigeration quality copper. Joints shall be flanged, brazed, welded or made with soldered capillary fittings, Pipelines shall be firmly secured and measures shall be taken to prevent vibration weakening joints and connections. Pipe work shall be designed and run so that any oil in the compressor discharge refrigerant which passes through the oil separator (where fitted) is carried through the system and returned. At any point where a large quantity of oil may accumulate an oil separator and means of returning the oil to the compressor shall be provided. Valves required for compressors, liquid receivers etc. shall be of either diaphragm or bellows type or be packed valves complete with a back seating and a seal cap. Compressors shall not be connected to run in parallel (i.e., with common discharge and/or suction lines). Where, to increase availability, it is required that any compressor shall be capable of working with any condenser or evaporator, cross connections shall be provided and all major plant items shall be valved for isolation.
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After erection the whole of the refrigeration pipe work shall be pressurized and tested for leaks. All fittings for use with refrigeration systems shall be suitable quality copper with all joints being made either by flanges, brazing, welding or soldered capillary fittings. The Contractor shall ensure that the correct quality of brazing or soldering filler rod, together with the correct flux is used for the type of joint with due consideration for the temperature and pressure of the media flowing in the pipe work.
0.2.2. 0.2.2.1.
DUCTWORK INSTALLATIONS Applications
Subsequent sections of the Specification detailing particular engineering services refer to this section for the type and standard of materials to be employed for ductwork installations for the section concerned.
0.2.2.2.
Galvanised Steel Ductwork
Galvanised steel ductwork shall be constructed from strip mill cold reduced sheet steel continuously hot dip galvanised to BS 2989: 1982 "Hot Dip Zinc coated and iron-zinc alloy coated steel: wide strip, sheet/plate and slit wide strip" and subsequent amendments - Grade Z2 Coating Type G275, and shall be fabricated in accordance with the recommendations in the HVCA Specifications issued by the Heating and Ventilating Contractors Association, ESCA House, 32/34 Palace Court, Bayswater, London W2 4JG The Contractor shall supply deliver and erect the whole of the ductwork system complete with dampers, supports, insulation and fixings and shall adhere to the duct runs shown on the drawings except where local conditions prevent or where variations are necessary to suit any revisions to plant layout. All leading dimensions and positions of plant shall be checked on site by the Contractor who will be responsible for ensuring that the ductwork shall conform to the equipment to be installed, also with the building details and structure. It is the responsibility of the Contractor to submit to the Engineer for his approval, fully dimensioned detailed drawings of ductwork before manufacture. All metal ducting shall be constructed of galvanised cold rolled close annealed, patent flattened steel sheets. Low velocity low pressure air system rectangular ducts shall be manufactured and installed in accordance with Specification DW142 as issued by the Heating and Ventilating Contractors Association, London. Cross joints shall be constructed from profile rolled galvanised steel strip forming complete angle sections with a pressed form reinforcing bracket spot-welded to each comer. An extruded gasket shall be applied to the face of the flanges and the joint made with galvanised rolled section cleats.
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High velocity high pressure air system circular ducts shall be manufactured in accordance with Specification DW142 as issued by the Heating and Ventilating Contractors Association, London. Bolts shall be 8mm for angles up to and including 32nun and shall be 10mm for angles above 32mm. All joints both longitudinal and lateral shall be made with an approved sealer and shall be air-tight, to the maximum system pressure. All ductwork exposed to external atmosphere or corrosive fumes shall be suitably painted or otherwise protected, internally and externally as required. Where ducts are lined internally for acoustic attenuation the internal area shall be maintained and the sheet metal size increased accordingly. Flexible ducting shall be used only where specially approved and full details and samples shall he submitted when seeking approval. All PVC ducting shall comply with Specification DW151 as issued by the Heating and Ventilating Contractors Association, London. Where headroom clearances are given on the drawings or elsewhere these shall be to the lowest point of the supporting structure. Canopy and valance framework shall be formed from extruded sections of aluminium alloy, jointed by we1ding into assemblies of convenient size for delivery to site, and/or otherwise connected by non-ferrous fastenings. All internal surfaces of the canopy and supports shall be arranged at an angle greater than 60` to the horizontal to prevent condensation drips. At Junctions between canopies and walls or ceilings the Contractor shall seal all gaps with an approved sealant to exclude vermin. Hoods for kitchen equipment and for the extraction of condensable vapours shall have water tight extruded section channel gutter not less than 50mm wide or more than 25mm deep (40mm x 20mm for single appliance" canopies) at the bottom edge. Draining points shall be formed by a tapped hole into which a cleaning eye and washer (of the type fitted to sink waste traps) is screwed finger tight. Such draining points shall be provided in the gutter at intervals of not more than 6m. Canopies shall be fixed so that the bottom edge is not more than 2.0m from floor level. They shall be supported from above by suspension rods each having a tumbuck1e for levelling and load adjustment. Canopies and connected duct-work shall be so supported that no part of the weight of one is imposed on the other. The Contractor's attention is drawn to any supply ducting which is to be installed within a canopy. All joints between the canopy and ductwork shall be sealed against vermin as previously described.
0.2.2.3.
Ductwork Fittings
Bends, branches, tees, transformations and other fittings shall be constructed from the same material and to the same thickness as the associated straight ductwork
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and shall conform to the standard of fittings prescribed in the appropriate HVCA Specification for the ductwork material concerned. In all cases the larger dimension of rectangular ducts shall determine the sheet thickness and standard of stiffening to be used for the fitting. Turning vanes shall be incorporated as necessary within the standard bends but where the ductwork is internally insulated; the recommended spacing of the vanes shall be relative to the internal surface of the lining.
0.2.2.4.
Erection of Ductwork - General
The fabrication of all ductwork and fittings shall be executed in a neat and competent manner by a manufacturer experienced in this class of work. It shall be true to size and free from sharp edges and projections both internally and externally. All items shall be suitable in every way for the design velocity and pressure conditions and shall comply with all specified tests. Ductwork dimensions shown on the drawings represent the net free internal sizes, exclusive of all excrescences or linings and shall be made to maintain the free area where insulation is to be provided internally Ductwork shall be installed to give maximum headroom and with due consideration for the location of other services with which its arrangement shall be co-ordinated. Allowance shall be made during its erection for the thickness of any insulation thereon and for-the application of same. All ductwork and connections shall be adequately braced and stiffened where necessary to prevent sagging, drumming and vibration. The air leakage limits set down in DW142 shall not be exceeded and the aggregate total leakage from any whole system shall not exceed 5% of the total design airflow volume. To meet this requirement where abnormal circumstance arise such as with long lengths of small ducts, the Contractor shall allow for providing a system air tightness commensurate with a lighter rated pressure class system than would be necessary to meet a defined static pressure limit. Where ductwork is visible, the location of seams on the side or sides exposed to view shall be avoided. The Contractor shall be responsible for all necessary arrangements and dimensions of ductwork on site and all holes required in walls and floors for the ducts and fixings including details of timber frames which may be necessary. All builders work in connection with, associated with or affected by the ventilation services, shall be satisfactorily completed before the permanent erection of ductwork is carried out. All openings in the ductwork shall be protected during its erection by means of polythene or other suitable sheeting, to prevent the ingress of dust and dirt resulting from the building operations, and all sheeting shall be removed prior to the commissioning of the plant. In addition, the exterior and the interior of all ductwork shall be cleaned prior to commissioning.
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0.2.2.5.
Erection of Metal Ductwork
All stiffeners and angle frames for steel ductwork shall be manufactured from galvanised sections, and where cut shall be cold galvanised after manufacture. For external ductwork, including ducts situated on a roof, steel ducts shall be not less than 1.6 mm thick. It shall be protected by one coat of mordant solution of calcium plum bate primer followed by two coats of bituminous paint All horizontal sections of external ductwork, which is not to be insulated shall be installed to give a fall of 1:20 on the upper horizontal surface. All longitudinal seams for metal ductwork shall be of an approved type and shall be grooved and sealed with a suitable sealant; all factory made constructional joints shall be close riveted with spacing at not more than 60 mm centres. Joints in rectangular metal ducts with the longest side equal to or greater than 600 mm shall be angle flanged with bolts at 150 mm centres, and with the duct ends swaged into the angle joints which shall be sealed with a suitable gasket or sealant. The duct shall be riveted to, the flange with rivet spacing not more than 60 mm, centres. Additional flanged joints shall be provided where necessary to facilitate erection of the ductwork and disconnection for maintenance purposes. All site joints for metal ductwork, other than flanged joints, shall be properly swaged plain slip type with the inside lap in the direction air flow and shall be riveted or jointed with self-tapping screws at not more than 60mm centres. All such joints shall be sealed and rendered air -tight with a suitable sealant. Metal duct connections to masonry shafts and other builders work openings shall be made with angle flanges screwed to a hardwood frame fixed to grounds set in the masonry, and with the duct extended to form a tailed entry. In the case of fire damper connection to fire barrier walls or floors, the flanged connection shall be made to a metal companion flange provided with a suitable sealing gasket. Where a metal duct passes through a wall, roof or other building structure, it shall be isolated from the structure by a layer of bituminous felt over which shall be superimposed a 25 mm thick layer of mineral wool flexible slab to which the opening shall be made good. This does not apply to fire dampers which-shall be built in. All cut edges and other exposed metal shall be painted two coats of red oxide or zinc chromate paint before erection; and after erection, unless special protection is specified for the service concerned, all rivets, bolts and nuts and other exposed metal shall receive a further two coats of the same protective paint.
0.2.2.6.
Supports for Ductwork
All necessary ductwork supports shall be provided and fixed to the building structure and all necessary bolts, nuts, washers, screws, plugs shall also be provided.
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Supports shall comply with the recommendations given in the appropriate HVCA Specification and shall generally comprise galvanised mild steel sections and drop rods assembled in a suitable manner to permit adjustment for height and alignment of the ducts. Vertical ductwork shall be supported by the stiffening angles or angle flanges wherever possible, additional supporting angles being provided on the ducts if found necessary. The spacing of ductwork supports shall be in accordance with HVCA Specification DW142 (latest edition). All ductwork shall be supported at branch connections; and where heavy items of equipment occur within ductwork distributions, additional support shall be provided as necessary. Ductwork will not be permitted to rest directly on portions of the building except on concrete slab or substantial brick walls (and then only with the approval of the Engineer). The welding or bolting of supports to structural steelwork will not be permitted without written authorisation from the Engineer.
0.2.2.7.
Air Volume Control Dampers
Volume dampers shall be installed in accessible locations at all branch connections and wherever necessary to adjust the flow of air to secure correct distribution. They shall be made of 20 gauge (1mm) galvanised sheet metal, and shall equipped with and approved device for fastening in any desired position. This device shall be such that the damper cannot move or rattle and pointer shall indicate the position of the damper from the outside of the duct. Dampers shall be multi leaf opposed blade of airfoil section with blade height not more than 180mm. PVC or similar blade seals shall be incorporated to the end of all blade tip and sides. Dampers shall be non-leakage type with a reference leakage at 500 Pascal pressure difference of not more than 35 m3/Hr per m. All blades shall be operated by a single operating quadrant with nylon gears and links as necessary. Spindles shall be non-corrodible, passing through non-ferrous bushings or ball bearing supports with seals. The whole damper assembly shall be mounted in a galvanised frame with flanges. Seal material shall be rated up to 200F (93C) with low water absorption and excellent chemical resistance to acids, alkalis and oils. Each primary control damper shall be fitted with a non corrodible label stating the actual air flow in m3/s and the cross sectional area. Final regulation position of the damper shall be indelibly marked on the damper quadrant.
0.2.2.8.
Fire Dampers
Where required by ordinances or codes, fire dampers made to BS 476 or N.F.P.A. 90A shall be provided and complete with angle iron frame, 160F (70C) fusible link
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pivot reds, and spring catches. Fire damper housing shall be of nonferrous metal. Duct sections around fire dampers shall be enlarged to allow 90% unrestricted duct area while in open position. Approved type access doors, with air-tight gaskets shall be provided, for inspection and servicing of fire dampers. Fire dampers shall be 2 hour rated and shall be labelled by manufacturer. Dampers shall be operated by two stainless steel springs with the blades being held in the open position by a fusible link and stranded stainless steel strap, blades shall be made from stainless steel. Blades shall overlap each other by 12mm and shall close against a 25 x 25 x 3 mm angle iron stop fixed at all four sides. Dampers shall incorporate at least one set of normally open normally closed set of auxiliary contacts, actuated by micro switch for interlocking fan operation with the fire damper. In the event of fire, the fire damper shall close as well as shut off the Air Conditioning unit automatically. Access doors shall be provided upstream of each damper for the testing and replacing of fusible links and resetting of dampers. Fire dampers shall be of the folding stainless steel blade type Mounted in a galvanised steel frame and flame proof to BS:4683:1971 Parts 1 and 2 and subsequent amendments with steel blades positioned outside the air stream in its folded (normal) position. External indication shall be provided to indicate fire damper open or closed. Fire dampers shall be two hours fire resistance in accordance with BS476 'Tire Tests on Building Materials and Structure" Part 8. 1972, "Test Methods and criteria for the fire resistance of elements of building construction and subsequent amendments Each fire dampers shall be provided with a micro switch, which shall make when the damper closes. The micro switches shall raise alarms on the CCMS. All fire dampers shall be to the approval of relevant local Fire Authority.
0.2.2.9.
Flexible Joints and Air Intakes and Outlets
Flexible joints shall be provided on the inlet and outlet connection to each fan on ducts crossing building expansion joints and elsewhere in the ductwork if so indicated on the drawings or where necessary to meet the requirements of the noise and vibration control. Flexible joints shall consist of, or be protected by, a material having a fire protection period of at least 15 minutes when tested in accordance with BS. 476 "Fire Tests on Building Materials and Structures' Part 8: 1972 "Test Methods and Criteria for the Fire Resistance of Elements of Building Construction" and subsequent amendments. The material shall be of glass fibre cloth type; canvas will not be accepted, and the length of the joints from metal to metal edge shall not be greater than 250mm or less than 100mm. In cases where excessive noise breakout through flexible connections may cause the noise design criteria to be exceeded, a heavy duty acoustic material shall be used. The ductwork shall not impose any load of the flexible joint.
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Fresh air intake and exhaust air louvers shall have fixed blades angled to give adequate weather protection. Unless otherwise indicated louvers shall be constructed of aluminium with blades not less than 3mm thick braced as necessary to ensure complete rigidity. Where louvers are required to be supplied under this Contract they shall be handed to the main Contractor for fixing. A galvanised steel wire screen of 6mm mesh complete with a frame of galvanised steel rod with securing lugs or of flat iron shall be provided and fixed by the Contractor on the inner side of the louvers.
0.2.2.10.
Non Metallic Flexible Ducts
Where flexible connections are indicated or required between rigid ductwork and particular components or items of equipment the Internal diameter of the flexible connection shall be equal to the external diameter of the ductwork and of the spigot to the item served: and unless otherwise specified or indicated on drawings shall not exceed six diameters in length, with a maximum of 3500 mm. The connection shall be non-metallic in accordance with HVCA Specification DW142 and shall be constructed of material rated at not less than Class 1, without treatment, when tested for flame spread in accordance with BS. 476: Part 3. Flexible connections shall be suitable for an operating temperature range of - 18C to 120C. Non-metallic flexible connections shall comprise a liner and cover or tough, tear resistant, glass fibre, plastic proofed fabric reinforced with a bonded galvanised spring steel wire helix between the liner and cover and an outer helix of glass fibre cord or equal bonded to the cover.
0.2.2.11.
Metallic Flexible Connections
Where flexible connections are indicated or required between rigid ductwork and particular components or items of equipment the Internal diameter of the flexible connection shall be equal o the external diameter of the ductwork and of the spigot to the item served: and unless otherwise specified or indicated on the drawings shall not exceed six diameters in length, with a maximum of 3500 mm. The connection shall be metallic in accordance with HVCA Specification DW 142 and shall be constructed of material rated at not less than Class 1, without treatment, when tested for fume spread in accordance with BS 476: Part 3. Flexible connections shall be suitable for an operating temperature range of - 18 C to 120 C. Metallic flexible connections shall comprise a spiral wound rigid metal section, interlocked to give a bendable duct and manufactured from stainless steel, aluminium, or aluminium coated steel and lined internally and/or externally with plastic material, all as specified for the section concerned.
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0.2.2.12.
Access Openings
Access openings shall be provided in the ductwork at suitable positions for the purpose of inspection and servicing of the plant and equipment. They shall be rigid1y framed; with airtight covers designed for easy removal and replacement. An access panel shall be provided at each change of direction for cleaning purposes; and adjacent to all volume control dampers, isolating dampers, fire dampers and all temperature and air flow detection devices for maintenance and replacement purposes. Access panels shall also be provided for inspection, maintenance and lubrication of all fans. Subject to the restrictions imposed by duct dimensions, access panel openings should not be smaller than 375 mm x 300 mm nor larger than 450 mm x 460 mm and shall be provided, with a 25 mm x 6 mm mild steel flat welded frame (galvanised after manufacture) riveted to the duct with the inside edge of the frame flush with the duct opening. Access panels shall be of 1.2 min thick galvanised sheet steel with a 25 mm x 6 mm thick approved sealing gasket fixed around the edge with a suitable adhesive to form an air-tight seating against the duct frame. They shall be provided with a central handle and shall be secured with 6 mm brass wing nuts at not more than 150 min centres. Access doors shall be provided wherever the access opening is required to permit full bodily entry of personnel or where renewable equipment contained within the ductwork system cannot easily be withdrawn or replaced through the preferred opening sizes given for an access panel. Access doors shall be provided for at least the following purposes; maintenance and cleaning of cooling coils, heater batteries & humidifiers, maintenance and cleaning of enclosed fans, maintenance and renewal of filter elements and related items. Access doors for sprays, humidifiers and cooling coils shall incorporate a 6 mm clear glass panel 200 mm wide by 400 mm high mounted in a frame with a waterproof rubber seal. Access doors shall be 500 mm wide with a preferable maximum height of 1350 mm and shall be constructed from galvanised sheet steel 1.6 mm thick reinforced by turned edges to form a door and to secure a 25 mm slab of aluminium faced glass fibre within the duct. The openings in the duct shall be reinforced with a mild steel channel frame (galvanised after manufacture) equal to the thickness of the door and riveted to the duct. The access door shall be provided with a suitable sealing gasket, brass hinges, and a clamping latch operated by handles from both sides of the door. Where ducts are to be thermally insulated, the frame of access doors or panels shall be extended beyond the face of the duct using a hardwood timber frame or other approved means by a measurement equal to the finished thickness of insulation and arranged so that the insulation can be dressed into the frame. The insulation finish and any vapour seal shall be carried over the timber frame and sealed. Access
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covers in such applications shall be dished to contain the required insulation thickness and vapour sealed overall. Access doors on insulated ductwork shall be of the double skin insulated type. Hand holes to permit jointing to duct sections in awkward situations may be provided but shall be kept to a minimum and made as small as possible. They shall be rendered airtight with sealant and securely covered.
0.2.2.13.
Test Holes
Test holes shall be provided in agree with HVCA DW142 and the CIBSE commissioning CODE A where necessary in main ducts and in all branch ducts having the diameter or larger dimension greater than 300 mm. Test holes shall be 25 mm diameter and shall be provided as near as possible to the junction of the branch. The test hole shall be located to give the maximum length of straight unobstructed duct on each side of the test holes and where site conditions permit this maximum length shall be no less than 10 times the larger dimension upstream and 5 times the larger dimension downstream of the test holes. Hinged plug caps shall be provided and all holes shall be sealed at the completion of the Commissioning and Testing. Grilles Grilles shall be of steel or aluminium as indicated. Steel grilles shall be protected against rusting and supplied in fully finished condition. Grilles shall be not less than the size indicated; where no size is given they shall be capable of dealing with the air flow and distribution as indicated. All grilles except those on exposed ducting shall incorporate an edge seal. The drawings show provisional locations but in each instance outlets shall be installed in accordance with architectural final detail drawings and reflected ceiling plans. Velocities, net airways and distribution patterns shall give satisfactory air distribution, and be free of draughts, stratification or noise nuisance. The Contractor shall make final adjustments to air patterns when balancing. Damper assemblies and internal surfaces of outlets and take-off ductwork where visible through outlet faces, shall be painted matt black. All outlets shall be fitted truly square and in alignment. Perimeter trims shall seat hard against wall or ceiling finishes as applicable and shall properly mask the trimmed openings. Unless otherwise approved, all fixings shall be concealed. Each supply air grille shall be complete with an opposed blade multi-leaf damper. Alternatively, in lieu of the opposed blade multi-leaf damper a rhomboidal air controller may be provided; this air controller shall control both the volume of air passing and the distribution of air across the grille face. Each supply air grille shall have two sets of separately adjustable louvers one set horizontal and one set vertical, all adjustable from the front or the grille. For up to ten grilles, one set of any
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tools required for adjusting the louvers and dampers or air controllers shall be provided, from eleven to twenty-four grilles, two sets; above twenty-five grilles, three sets. Return air grilles may have either a single set of louvers or bars (either vertical or horizontal) or a lattice or egg crate front, as indicated in the Schedules. Each return air grille shall be complete with an opposed blade multi-leaf damper or a rhomboidal air controller operable from the front. For Kitchens and Dining Rooms both supply and return air grille shall have quickrelease sub frames. Diffusers Diffusers shall be of steel or aluminium and supplied in a fully finished condition. Diffusers, except on exposed ductwork, shall incorporate an edge seal; diffusers mounted on ceilings shall have anti-smudge rings. Pan type diffusers may be provided except where cone type diffusers are indicated, Circular diffusers shall be provided with volume control dampers of the iris, flap or sleeve type. Rectangular diffusers shall be provided with opposed blade dampers. Dampers shall be adjustable from the front of the diffuser. Where the length of a vertical duct to a diffuser is less than twice the diameter of the diffuser an equalizing deflector shall be fitted. For Kitchens and Dining Rooms diffusers shall have a quick-release centre to facilitate easy cleaning. Sand Trap Louvers Sand trap louvers shall be constructed from aluminium sheet, 1.5mm thick for blades and 2.0mm thick for casing, with mill finish. The base member of the box shall incorporate sand drain holes. The louvers shall be of the labyrinth type designed to achieve velocity changes of the air passing through it inducing the sand to drop out. The louver shall incorporate a galvanised wire mesh insect screen at the rear. Air Valves Extract air valves shall be of the sizes indicated on the Schedules and be manufactured from pressed steel sheet with stove enamel finish. The valve shall be supplied complete with a mounting ring of the bayonet fitting type, and screw adjustment with locknut for volume control.
0.2.2.14.
Testing Ducting
All medium and high pressure ductwork systems as defined by DW142 shall be tested for air leakage.
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The Engineer reserves the right to require up to 25% of the low pressure ductwork systems of his selection to be tested for air leakage. Should any one of the low pressure system tests indicate an air leakage above the prescribed limit the Engineer will call for all low pressure systems to be so tested and no claim in respect of such further tests will be allowed. The test procedure and equipment shall be as defined in HVCA specification DW 142 and Guide DW143 and shall be agreed in detail before hand with the Engineer. If a first test produces leakage in excess of the permitted maximum, the section shall be resealed and retested until a satisfactory result is achieved. If, at the time of witnessing the test, it is apparent: that: excessive additional sealing of seams or joints has been done in order o meet the required leakage level, the section of ductwork.
0.2.3. 0.2.3.1.
THERMAL INSULATION Application
Subsequent section of the specification detailing particular engineering services for the buildings to this section for the standards for thermal insulation of pipes, ducts and plant.
0.2.3.2.
Preliminaries
Thermal insulation work shall comply with all relevant standards, and shall be carried out by skilled specialist tradesmen. Thermal insulation and finishes shall be proof against rotting, mould and fungus growth and attack by vermin. Before insulation is applied pipe work and ductwork shall be clean, free from rust and erected in accordance with good practice with proper clearance to permit the application of insulation. All pipes and ducts shall be insulated independently and no two shall be lagged together. Wherever possible the space between finished surfaces shall not be less than 25mm. All the required heat tests, pressure tests, and air leakage tests shall have been satisfactorily carried out and approved, and existing pipe work and plant shall be suitably protected, before insulation work may commence. In order not to delay building operations where pipe work or ductwork will eventually be encased or made inaccessible within the building structure, if necessary, sections of the installation shall be insulated independently as the work proceeds. Skilled labour only shall be used and the materials and workmanship shall be of the highest quality.
0.2.3.3.
Scope and Schedule of Thermal Insulation
All pipe work and ductwork conveying fluids at a temperature above or below the surrounding ambient dry bulb temperature at either extreme, other than those where the variation is marginal shall be insulated.
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All pipe work and ductwork conveying fluids at a temperature which could be equal to or less than the surrounding ambient wet bulb temperature in its extreme worst case shall be thermally insulated and finished with a vapour barrier. Thermal insulation shall be applied to the systems and be of the type set down in the Schedule of Thermal Insulation at the end of this Section. Thermal insulation shall be applied to, but not limited to, the following systems: Condensate drain lines Refrigerant suction lines Domestic hot water circulations. Supply air ductwork including ductwork conveying air at external conditions through air-conditioned spaces ambient
Return and extract air ductwork other than ductwork which due to the nature of the systems can only under all circumstances convey air at the same temperature as the surrounding ambient. Air Handling Units, Heater Batteries, Cooling Coils, Filters etc.
SCHEDULE OF THERMAL INSULATION THICKNESS TYPE OF OF INSULATION INSULATION (mm)
SERVICE
LOCATION
PIPE SIZE
CLADDING/ FINISH
Condensate All concealed drains areas
All sizes 13
Black flexible closed cell Canvas & elastomeric vapour seal material max. Therm. Cond. 0,036 Accessories W/mCh Max perm. included 0.145 ngm/nS Black flexible closed cell Canvas & elastomeric vapour seal material max. Therm. Cond. 0,036 Accessories W/mCh Max perm. included 0.145 ngm/nS None None
In plant rooms Condensate and elsewhere All sizes 13 drain exposed to view
Cold Water Concealed in systems conditioned buildings Cold water Systems
All sizes None
In plant rooms and elsewhere All sizes None exposed to view
None
Painted
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SERVICE
LOCATION
PIPE SIZE All
THICKNESS TYPE OF OF INSULATION INSULATION (mm) None None
CLADDING/ FINISH Painted and colour banded
Fire systems
Everywhere above ground
Air Concealed in conditioning conditioned Air duct buildings
N/A
25
Non absorbent non Canvas & hygroscopic vapour seal foil faced Phinolic foam slabs Min. Den.:35 Kg/m 3 Max. Thermal conductivity 0.03 W/mCh Canvas, vapour seal and Aluminium jacketing
Air conditioning Exposed Air duct
N/A
50
Ditto
Domestic Hot water Piping
All
All
13 to 19 mm
Black flexible closed cell elastomeric Canvas and material max. aluminium Thermal band. Conductivity 0,036 W/mCh Max perm. 0.145 ngm/nS Canvas, vapour seal and aluminium jacketing 0.8 0.6 mm thick
Refrigerant All suction lines
Up to 76 19 mm mm Above 76 mm 25 mm
Ditto
0.2.3.4.
Application of Insulation to Pipe work
The insulating material for domestic hot water flow and return pipe work, refrigerant suction lines, and condensate drains shall be a black flexible closed cell elastomeric material with a maximum thermal conductivity of 0.036 W/m C, a maximum water vapour permeability of 0. 145 ng mm/Ns, and having a BS476 class I Surface Spread of Flame rating. The material shall be supplied as pre-formed pipe sections, in tubular or pre-slit form, and shall be applied in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations using a non-flammable adhesive. All exposed insulation shall be given two coats of chloro-sulphonated polyethylene paint. All thermal insulation shall be applied where specified and in accordance with the Schedule of Insulation on a careful and efficient manner to give a smooth, homogenous and lineable surface and to present a neat and symmetrical appearance. Rigid sections shall be concentric and accurately matched for
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thicknesses. Damaged ends will not be accepted and any irregular or badly finished surfaces shall be stripped and re-lagged to the satisfaction of the Engineer. At bends, tees etc. the sectional insulation shall be formed into neat segments. The sections of insulation shall be carefully butted together to ensure the absence of gaps in the insulation and to prevent voids forming between the insulation and the pipe work. All insulation shall be fixed with a suitable adhesive applied over the whole of the surface to which the insulation is to be applied. All joints shall be adequately sealed. Flanges and valves up to and including 65 mm nominal bore on pipe work where vapour seals are not specified and excluding heating pipe work shall not be insulated. The insulation and finish or cladding shall be neatly terminated at the flange or valve. On heating pipe work and all other pipe work specified as requiring insulation but not vapour sealing of 80 mm nominal diameter and above aluminium or stainless steel removable valve and flange boxes shall be fitted complete with insulating mattress and foil lining. The insulation and valve box shall terminate at the top of the bonnet and the hags wheel or valve spindle shall protrude through. On all sizes of pipe work where a vapour seal and insulation are specified, the pipe applied insulation shall terminate at a load bearing insulant of the same type as specified for pipe support points and the vapour seal and insulation finish shall be dressed down to the bare pipe 50 mm. either side of valves or flanges. An aluminium or stainless steel box shall be fitted over valves and flanges. The box shall include as an integral part, sleeves of the same material as the box which shall overlap the vapour sealed load bearing insulant on the adjoining pipe work on each side and fit closely about it. The space between the sleeve and the overlapped insulation and its finish shall be filled with an approved sealant. The sleeved valve/flange box shall be lined with aluminium foil. The whole space between the un insulated pipe, valve/flange shall then be filled with a closed cell polymer injected foam insulant suitable for a temperature range of -20'C to + 1 10C , The foamed insulation shall terminate at the top of the valve bonnet and any surplus foam shall be wiped clean. Care shall be taken to ensure that the injected foam does not impede the valve operation. Valve spindles, hand wheels and the like shall be contained in a removable section of the valve box permitting access to hand wheels. The hand wheels and spindles shall be wrapped with an adhesive closed cell insulating tape as a primary precaution. A loose mattress of insulation shall then be inserted in the cavity between the removable valve box section and hand wheel/spindle and a vapour barrier of aluminium foil shall be applied over the loose insulation mattress. Oversized pipe supports shall be used on pipes where a vapour seal is specified. At support points the specified pipe insulant shall be replaced by a load bearing insulant of incompressible hardwood or other approved material. The insulation shall be contained with a load bearing sleeve of glass reinforced plastic or other approved material which shall also act as the vapour barrier. The sleeve shall extend beyond either end of the load bearing insulation and be arranged to go over the adjoining pipe insulant and its vapour seal. The space between the vapour seal and the
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sleeve shall be completely filled with a suitable mastic compound to maintain the integrity of the vapour barrier. The load bearing insulant shall be of the same overall outside diameter as the adjoining pipe insulation and vapour sea] and of a length suitable to support the pipe at any position that it may take up relative to its support under thermal or other movement and in any case not less than twice the width of the support. Where low frictional support points are required, PTFE pads shall be used. The method of insulating and vapour sealing pipe work at anchor points shall be to the approval of the Engineer. Particular attention shall be paid to sealing all such points against water vapour ingress. Where plastic pipe insulation foamed is specified it shall generally be of the slit type. All joints shall be closed and sealed with adhesive as recommended by the manufacturer of the insulation after its application and the butt joint shall receive a final seal of pressure sensitive self adhesive tape. Insulation of fittings shall be formed by mitre cut straight sections. Valves on foamed plastic insulated pipe work shall be insulated with self adhesive insulation tape with similar characteristics to the foamed plastic insulation. The tape shall be 50 mm wide by 3 mm thick and shall be built up to a thickness equal to that for the adjoining pipe work. At pipe supports loading bearing non-compressible insulation sections of the same appearance as the adjoining insulation shall be provided.
0.2.3.5.
Application-of Insulation to Ductwork
The insulation material shall be non absorbent, non hygroscopic foil faced Phinolic foam slabs having a minimum density of 35 Kg/m3 and a maximum thermal conductivity of 0,03 W/m C. Ductwork shall be insulated in accordance with the schedule of Thermal Insulation. The insulation shall be of rigid slab type cut to fit such that top and bottom pieces overlap the sides. The insulation shall be bonded to the ductwork with an approved adhesive applied in 150 mm wide bonds at no greater than 300 mm intervals. The fixing of side and underside insulation sections shall be reinforced by means of spot welded nails secured with spring loaded washers at appropriate intervals. All ductwork insulation exposed to view in plant rooms, service tunnels, risers, and like areas shall have its comers reinforced by stiff cardboard angles fixed firmly to the insulation by adhesive. The insulation shall then be covered by glass silk scrim cloth treated against fungal attack and securely fixed by means of a suitable adhesive. Flexible connections shall not normally be insulated. Where test holes are provided the insulation shall be bevelled to form a neat access hole 75 mm in diameter around the test hole. Access doors in insulated ducts shall be of the double skin insulate type. Where a vapour seal has been specified for the insulation the vapour seal shall be continued around the termination of the insulation in order to preserve the integrity
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of the vapour seal. Furthermore, the ductwork supports shall not be connected to the ductwork stiffening or flanges but shall incorporate an insulator to which the insulation and vapour barrier shall maintain the continuity of the vapour barrier. The supporting insulator shall be incompressible and consist of hardwood, rot proof softwood or other approved material. Below ground builders work ducts shall be insulated externally by means of an approved closed cell impermeable polymer insulant applied in the form of slabs. All joints are sealed with 50 mm wide self adhesive aluminium foil tape. Where flexible duct work is used for final connections to grilles, etc, pre insulated flexible ductwork shall be used.
0.2.3.6.
Tests for Thermal Insulation
Thermal insulation when delivered to site and where appropriate installed may be subjected to the following tests:(a) Thickness - (As delivered and as installed) (b) Uniformity of thickness (c) Bulk density (d) Thermal conductivity As laid down in BS 1588, BS 874: 1973, and BS 2972: 1969. Materials which do not conform to the relevant British Standards will be rejected. No insulation shall vary from the specified thickness by more than 10%. To verify that the correct thickness has been installed the Contractor shall cut out up to 5 sections of each type and thickness of insulation specified on each service as directed by the Engineer. The Contractor shall allow for the cost of cutting out and making good in his tender. Should such cutting out shown that the insulation is in anyway inadequate further test sections shall be cut out as directed by the Engineer. In the event of this insulation being inadequate or unacceptable to the Engineer the whole of the insulation or such parts as the Engineer shall identify shall be cut out and all such sections re-insulated to his approval.
0.2.3.7.
Vapour Barriers
Where specified, vapour barriers shall be applied to thermal insulation to prevent condensation occurrence on cold surfaces. Vapour barriers shall be continuous in all respects and shall have a permanence not exceeding 58 ng/m Ns at any point along its length. The whole of the insulation on pipe work and ductwork requiring vapour barriers shall be covered with two continuous uniform brush applied coating of a PVA vapour barrier solution. A 6oz glass silk scrim cloth shall be embedded and adhered in the first coating and then the coatings and shall be smoothed to give an unwrinkled finish. Hoehler & Partner LLC
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Before application, the cloth shall be treated with an approved fungicide, to prevent mould growth. The cloth shall have a 50 mm overlap. After a 24 hour period two further coats of a vinyl vapour barrier with a water vapour transmission of 0.04 perms at dry film thickness shall be applied in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. The vapour barrier shall be continued around end termination of insulation including where the normal insulant terminates at valve and flange boxes, pipe and duct supports and the like to preserve the integrity of the barrier and to provide sectional barriers to prevent any condensation that may for any reason form in a section of insulation from spreading unduly. Under circumstances where a brush applied vapour barrier may but readily be applied in situ the Contractor shall allow for fabricating, insulating and sealing the section of pipe or ductwork involved before fixing in position. The vapour seal shall be continued over flanges: bind at any point where the vapour seal will be interrupted by such as thermostats an approved sealant material shall be applied to provide a flashing around the projection through the insulation. This also applies to valves and the flashing shall be provided at the top of the valve bonnet. All sealants and vapour barriers shall have a BS 476 class I surface spread of flame rating. All details of the proposed insulation, adhesive, coatings, sealants, etc shall be forwarded to the Engineer for approval.
0.2.3.8.
Painting of Insulation
Insulation in plant rooms, service tunnels, service risers and elsewhere exposed to view shall be painted except where a cladding finish has been specified. Painting shall comprise an undercoat and not less than two finishing coats. Absorbent surfaces shall also receive an initial coat of priming paint. All paints shall be compatible with the surfaces to which they are applied. The Contractor shall allow for providing different coloured paint finishes for each system as may be directed by the Engineer selected from the range contained in BS 4800.
0.2.3.9.
Identification of Pipe work and Ductwork
All pipes whether insulated or not shall be identified by code indication colour bands in accordance with BS 1710: 1980, Identification of pipelines and services. Colour bands shall not be provided on pipes, which are to be painted to match internal decorations. Ductwork shall be identified by code indication colour bands in accordance with HVCA Specification DW 142.
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In addition to the identification band coding all services shall be legibly and neatly marked with black letters where a light background is used and white letters where a dark background is used and appropriately coloured triangles to indicate the direction of flow as follows: Fresh Air ......................................................................... FA Return Air ....................................................................... RA Exhaust Air ..................................................................... EA Supply Air ....................................................................... SA Potable Water Service .................................................... PWS Cold Water Service ......................................................... CWS Hot Water Service........................................................... HWS Fire Water Service .......................................................... FWS Irrigation Water Service .................................................. IWS Condensate drainage ..................................................... CD
0.2.3.10.
Aluminium Cladding
Aluminium protective cladding shall be done on all exposed pipe in plant room and exposed pipe to atmosphere formed from 0.8 mm thick aluminium sheet with overlap Joint secured with pop rivets. Care shall be taken to ensure that no damage to the insulation surface or its outer finishes occur in this process. Where pipe work is located in a particularity vulnerable position or so as to obstruct normal man access such that it may be climbed 1.0 mm stainless steel cladding shall be provided in lieu of the specified aluminium for that entire section. Where flanges, valves, unions, etc. have to be insulated the cladding shall take the form of demountable casings fabricated from 0.8 mm aluminium sheeting.
0.2.3.11.
Weatherproof Cladding
Weatherproof cladding for insulation situated externally subject to weather or damp conditions shall be applied as set down in the Schedule of Thermal Insulation. Where weatherproof cladding is called up for ductwork systems, the ductwork shall be insulated as described for an exposed to view situation. The ductwork insulation together with any super coating specified such as a vapour barrier shall then be enclosed in a covering of polyisobutylene sheet Fixed firmly with adhesive and solvent welded to form complete seals and to ensure a uniformly impervious seal around the insulation. The polyisobutylene covering shall be contained within an aluminium cladding jacket as specified above with folded comers and held in place by means of rivets and sealed at all joints with a non setting sealing compound. The upper face of External Square and rectangular section ductwork shall have its insulation built up above the specified thickness to give a fall of not less than 1:20 on all horizontal surfaces.
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0.2.4. 0.2.4.1.
NOISE AND VIBRATION CONTROL Application
Subsequent sections of the specification detailing particular engineering services buildings refer to this section for the standard of noise and vibration control. 0.2.4.2. Design
The Contractor shall be responsible for all design and selection of plant and equipment to meet the noise design criteria specified and to limit vibration levels to the "Imperceptible" zone on the Reiher-Meister Scale in occupied areas other than plant rooms and everywhere below a level that could conceivably cause damage to structures or services. The Engineer can stop any payment if testing proves that the specified values were surpassed. The Contractor shall take due note of the form of construction specified for each type of building and room enclosure, doors, windows etc. and verify that they are satisfactory to achieve the sound reduction values necessary to meet the noise design criteria. Where inadequacies occur the Contractor shall be deemed to have included for all measures necessary to overcome such inadequacies including the provision of sound proofed enclosures around the primary noise source(s), application of further acoustic insulation to the casings of noise generating equipment, enhanced vibration isolation and the like. The Contractor shall take due note of each room characteristic in respect of sound absorption, volume, directivity of source etc. in calculating, and selecting sound reduction equipment. The Contractor shall take similar note of all circumstances that affect noise radiated to the exterior. All sound and vibration control calculations and selections shall be based on the associated system operating in its normal worst case duty mode. In the case of variable speed equipment such as fan coils, the speed at which the items perform its specified duty shall be used.
0.2.4.3.
Air Handling and Ductwork Systems - Airborne Regenerated and Breakout Noise
The Contractor shall be responsible for selecting sound attenuators suitably matched their associated fan or other noise source to provide sufficient dynamic insertion loss to meet the noise design criteria. Sound attenuators shall be provided where shown on the drawings or otherwise necessary to prevent transmission of fan or plant noise and break-in noise.
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Cross-talk attenuators shall be provided as indicated or required on ductwork passing through full height permanent partitions to prevent the passage of speech between private areas and adjacent rooms The Contractor shall in the selection of grilles, diffusers, dampers, ductwork fittings and the like, take particular care to ensure that regenerated turbulent noise does not exceed the specified levels. Where a duct or section of ductwork is liable to excessive noise break-in on its attenuated side or excessive noise breakout prior to its attenuation and so forth the Contractor shall increase the sound reduction index of the duct wall to a suitable value either by increasing the duct wall thickness or by the application of sound finking insulation. The Contractor shall allow for lining all ducts including builders work ducts where necessary to provide additional attenuation or to prevent the formation of standing, waves and the like.
0.2.4.4.
Attenuators
Attenuators shall be encased in galvanised mild steel of at least the same gauge as the adjoining ductwork and otherwise as necessary to suit their purpose. They shall be provided with mating flanges, which shall be riveted to the ductwork at intervals not exceeding 60 mm centres. The duct ends shall be swaged into the joint, which shall be sealed with a suitable gasket or sealant. Flanges shall be bolted together at not more than 150 mm intervals. Attenuator splitters shall be of suitable vermin-proof, rot-proof and non-combustible (when tested to BS 476 Part 4: 1970) material contained behind a scrim or liner to prevent airborne fibre entrainment. Attenuators shall be suitably provided on instruction of engineer even after completion at job to get the desired dB level.
0.2.4.5.
Acoustic Duct Lining
Acoustic lining of ductwork including builders work ducts and plenums shall be applied where necessary to achieve the required acoustic performance. Acoustic lining shall be vermin proof, rot proof and non-combustible when tested to BS 476 Part 4: 1970 and shall be fixed to ductwork in an approved manner. It shall be contained behind a suitable scrim or liner to prevent airborne fibre entrainment.
0.2.4.6.
Access Doors and Opening into Ductwork
Where noise breakout from, or break in to, ductwork, plenums and builders work ducts through normal (or as generally specified) access doors, access panels etc. would cause noise design criteria to be exceeded the Contractor shall provide doors and panels of suitable type and equipped with suitable seals as necessary to provide adequate insulation.
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The Contractor shall be deemed to have included for provision of more substantial acoustic access doors panels etc. than those specified in all instances where the normal specified items would permit noise breakout or break-in that would cause noise design criteria to be exceeded.
0.2.4.7.
Integrity of Sound Barriers
The Contractor shall take all measures necessary to maintain the acoustic insulation integrity of partitions, floors, walls, ceilings etc. to prevent noise transmissions that would exceed the noise design criteria. He shall wherever necessary improve the acoustic specification of doors, windows partitions, finishes, seals etc. to provide the necessary overall sound reduction indices. Special care shall be taken with Fan Coil Units and plenums. Acoustic seals shall be provided where pipes and cuts pass through walls, floors, partitions, ceilings etc. including where acoustic louvers are fitted. Acoustic seals shall be to the approval of the Engineer and shall be made or applied such as to cause no damage to pipes, ducts, any insulation contained thereon and the like. In instances where acoustic seals constrain vibrating ductwork or pipe work such as to cause such vibration to be transmitted to the structure the Contractor shall make suitable provision to isolate such vibrations.
0.2.4.8.
Vibration Control and Anti Vibration Mountings
The Contractor shall provide all means necessary to isolate all vibrating plant, equipment, associated system components and the like to the minimum standards set down in the Schedule of isolation Efficiencies or as otherwise necessary. The Contractor shall allow for the design, selection and provision of, necessary (and regardless of whether indicated on the drawings or not): Anti Vibration mountings, floating floors, plinths, inertia blocks, etc. Flexible pipe and ductwork connections and couplings spring mounted pipe and duct hangers and supports. Ductwork stiffeners and bracing, Water hammer shock arresters and all such items as may be necessary. The Contractor shall take due regard in his selection of all related factors likely to affect the performance of his proposed anti vibration items including the behaviour of the supporting structure under the appropriate forcing frequency, the compound effect of series coupled anti vibration mounts, near synchronous beat frequencies, harmonic affects and the like, ANTI-VIBRATION MOUNTINGS Caged Spring Mounts Each mounting shall consist of cast telescopic top and bottom housings containing one or more helical steel springs, of 50mm minimum diameter, as the principal
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isolation elements. The mountings shall incorporate a built-in levelling device, and resilient inserts as guides for the upper and lower housings. The bottom plate shall be fitted with a 6mm thick neoprene pad bonded to it to reduce high frequency flanking. When in use with equipment having a fluid weight in excess of 25% of the total empty equipment weight suitable hold-down or restraining device shall be incorporated. All spring mounts shall be designed such that the lateral spring stiffness is equal to the vertical stiffness. The static deflection shall be chosen to suit the vibration frequency. The mountings shall also be selected for all items of plant with stiffness to cater for any eccentric weight distribution over the unit base. An equal static deflection shall be provided on all mounts, to avoid the possibility of flanking caused by the plant titling and rendering one or more of the mounts "solid".
Rubber Mattress Where rubber mattresses are indicated they shall be of the studded rubber carpet type loaded to 24 kg/m2 using an in-situ or pre-cast concrete cover the slab. Resilient Hangers All resilient hangers shall be of the two element design, with helical spring and neoprene-shear elements mounted in a steel cage pre-drilled and tapped at top and bottom to receive threaded hanger rods. Rubber or Neoprene Mounts The mountings shall consist of a steel top plate and base plate completely embedded in colour coded neoprene for easy identification of rated load capacity. The mountings shall be moulded with non-skid ribbed construction on the top plate and base plate to eliminate the need for bolting. All mountings, however, shall be equipped with bolt holes in the base plate and tapped holes in the top plate so that they may be bolted to the floor and equipment where required. Plant Bases Anti-Vibration Rails - An A.V. rail shall comprise a steel beam with height saving brackets at each end. The steel sections must be sufficiently rigid to prevent undue strain in the equipment. Steel Plant Bases - Steel plant bases shall comprise an all-welded steel framework of sufficient rigidity lo provide adequate support for the equipment. The frame depth shall be approximately 1/10 of the longest dimension of the equipment with a minimum of 150mm this form of base may be used as a composite A.V. rail system. Concrete Inertia Base - These shall consist of an all-welded steel framework with height saving brackets, and a frame depth of approximately 1/ 12 of the longest dimension of the equipment, with a minimum depth of 150mm. The bottom of the frame shall be blanked off, and concrete (2300 kg/m3) poured in over steel
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reinforcing rods positioned 35mm above the bottom. The total weight of the base shall be at least 1.5 times the equipment total weight. Pouring forms for split case pumps shall be extended in width to allow for provision of supports for suction and discharge elbows. Floating Floor The Floating Floor system shall comprise of Cylindrical Neoprene mountings with very low Natural Frequencies, approximately 10Hz. The mounts made of any other material are not acceptable. These mounts are arranged in a grid fashion on a smooth sub floor with centre to centre distance between the mounts being approximately 610mm or as recommended by the manufacturer. 18mm thick Perimeter Isolation boards commonly called as flexell sheets of the desired height are installed (glued) along the perimeter area and all the up stands. Galvanized hat channels of approximate dimension 90mm x 30mm (30mm shall be the dimension of the leg) excluding the tolerance is laid on top of the Neoprene mounts in such a fashion that the hat cavity sits flush on top of the mounts. The hat channels are laid in a linear fashion from one end of the plant room to the other end. Steel decking of Profile 45/150 and thickness 0.7mm cut to suitable lengths is laid on top of the hat channels making sure that the flutes run perpendicular to the line of hat channels. A minimum overlap of 150mm should be provided where the sheets run over the other. This is in order to prevent water and concrete leakage to adjacent or below areas. The metal deck is screwed on the channel at frequent distances with 6.3mm diameter SS screws. As a further precaution the screwed portions are covered with masking tape to ensure a leak tight joint. This procedure is continued starting from one end and finishing at the other end. At this point 3 sides of the area will have the decking sheet in place at the perimeter. At the 4th and the final side, metal deck has to be laid in such a manner as to create an incline at the perimeter. A snug fit at the perimeter can achieve this. Steel reinforcement is then laid out in accordance with the manufacturers specification and the floor is poured monolithically. After the concrete has hardened all perimeter edges are caulked.
ACOUSTIC LOUVRES All acoustic louvers shall be designed to reduce the airborne plant noise down to minimum ambient levels with an air velocity not exceeding 3 m/s. Tic louver acrofoi1s shall be constructed of 22 SWG minimum galvanized mild steel (perforated) and packed with a fibre acoustic medium as specified for silencers. The complete unit shall be supplied complete with a galvanized mesh bird screen and necessary fixing holes and lugs for location within a builders work frame. FLEXIBLE CONNECTIONS All items of plant containing rotating components, such as pumps, AHU, fans and refrigeration equipment shall be connected by means of armoured type flexible
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connections, which shall be suitable for at least twice the working pressure of the system to which they are installed. Pipe work shall be firmly anchored on the systems side of flexible connections. 0.2.5. 0.2.5.1. CONTROLS Panels, Starters, Controls and Wiring
All electrical equipment and associated controls shall be contained within purpose made wall or floor mounting cubicle panels with hinged lockable doors. Mechanical Construction The panels shall be complete with cable entries and inter-locked isolators. Separate sections within the main panel shall be provided to segregate starter equipment from control equipment. Each section shall be complete with its own access door, which shall be kept in a locked position, and shall be separated by a vertical sheet barrier. Indicating lamps shall be provided to denote normal and alarm conditions for all items of plant and equipment. All indicating lamps, instruments and controls shall be of the same manufacture and style to provide uniformity of appearance and to facilitate maintenance. Externally visible equipment shall be flush mounted, with minimum protection, and fixed securely to the front panel or other members. Internal equipment shall be secured to purpose made rai1s or mounting bars. All fixings shall incorporate shake proof washers or other vibration resistant fastenings. Indicator lamps shall be under-run and shall be supplied from a low voltage output transformer complying with BS 3535 or equal standard or shall incorporate individual step down transformers having a low voltage output. Glasses of not less than 25mm. diameter shall be fitted. Where glasses are not immediately adjacent to their associated switches they shall be clearly labelled. All panels shall be in the form of cubicles which shall be drip-proof, with uniform dimensions and matching appearance. Equipment racks and panels shall be fabricated steel construction, 1.2nun minimum thickness, and unless otherwise specified, both front and rear access shall be provided to all racks and equipment in panels. The lowest mounted rack shall be 0.3 m above floor level. The highest mounted rack shall not be above 1.8 m from the floor. The panel height shall not exceed 2 m. Details of all manufactured panels shall be submitted to the Engineer for approval. It shall be possible to lay removable units, including portable equipment, on any of their faces without causing damage to any components where necessary mechanical guards shall be fitted. Hinged doors shall be provided and arranged to lay flat back and not restrict access to the apparatus contained within the panel. Hinged doors shall be of the lift-off type,
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secured with integral handles and shall be flush-flirting and sealed with a gasket of rubber or other approved material to prevent the ingress of dust. If complete sealing of the panels is not practicable, any ventilators and opening must be designed to prevent the entry of Y water, dust, vermin and insects. Lamps shall be Fitted inside each panel and so arranged that all wiring is illuminated as evenly as possible without dazzle. The lamps shall be controlled from a door watch. Before painting, metal parts shall be thoroughly cleaned free from rust, scale, burrs, grease and moisture. The following minimum painting requirements shall apply to all surfaces and ferrous parts unless the Contractor can show, to the satisfaction of the Engineer, that any alternative he proposes is in all respects equal or superior to the specified requirements. External colours shall be to the approval of the Engineer. 1) One priming coat of corrosion inhibiting paint applied immediately after cleaning. Two coats of non-glossy, weather resisting paint. One finishing coat of glossy and weather resisting non-fading paint to external surfaces. One finishing coat of matt white, weather resisting, non-fading paint to all internal surfaces.
2) 3)
4)
All exposed screws, bolts, or other fixings shall have rounded heads with protective and decorative plating. A metal plinth shall be provided with provision for bolting down the panel. Removable lifting eyes shall be provided for convenience of handling. After erection at Site is completed, all external surfaces shall be cleaned down and all defects in the previous painting shall be made good to the approval of the Engineer. An approved locking device for all panels shall be provided under this Contract. All locks shall be provided with two identical keys. It shall not be possible to open any lock with the key of any other lock provided under this contract. Locks shall be in suites provided with master-key facilities. Keys and locks shall be impressed with the manufacturer's serial number. Two key cabinets shall be provided. Where forced cooling is used, the equipment shall be so protected that no damage occurs due to failure of the forced cooling. The full requirements of the performance specification shall be maintained until the protective device operates. Panel cable entry shall be top or bottom entry as required by the Engineer. Front and rear access to panels shall be provided unless otherwise specified.
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Internal wiring shall be colour-coded and, in general, shall be bunched and run on trays or in purpose-made slotted plastic cable trunking. Positive Fixing of cable ends shall be ensured by crimped cable tags or other approved terminations. Each cable end shall be permanently identified. Grouped terminal blocks of adequate capacity and fully numbered, with permanent labels, shall be provided for all wires leading to equipment outside a panel. Terminal numbers or markings shall correspond with those used on related apparatus and wiring diagrams. Removable plates or other facility shall be provided for the entry of incoming cables, conduits, trunking etc., with means of effective earthing to the cubicle chassis. Provision shall be made for the earthing of all noncurrent-carrying metal-work. Soldered socket type terminals shall be provided for main power terminals incorporated within a panel. Fuses shall be grouped and mounted so as to be readily accessible without danger. Fuses, terminal blocks and all items of equipment shall be readily identified by means of clearly visible labels secured to them by screws. For each electric motor of 3.75 kW and above, an ammeter shall be provided. Ammeters shall be not less than 75mm diameter. All items on the outside face of the panel shall be identified by means of white laminated plastic labels engraved with black cyp1iners and attached by screws. Attachment by adhesive of any description will not be permitted. Starters Starters shall normally be rated for "intermittent- duty, but where, due to the form of thermostatic or automatic control, the number of starts is likely to exceed 15 per hour, starters for frequent -duty shall be provided. The type of starter which will be accepted depends on the capacity of the electrical supply and the main; in certain cases special requirements may be indicated. Generally the following types will be accepted. (a) Motors up to 0.5 kW output - "ON/OFF" switch or direct-on-line. (b) Over 0.5 kW and up to 5 kW - direct-on-line. (c) Over 5 kW and up to 23 kW - Star-delta, auto-transformer, or rotor resistance. Starters shall be provided on each phase with combined thermal overload devices and single phasing protection, with adjustable time-lag, and an under-voltage release. They shall be arranged, unless otherwise indicated, to provide automatic re-start on restoration of mains voltage. The automatic start shall, however, be implemented through a sequence start time, to prevent all equipment re-starting at the same time. Operating coils shall be wound for not more than 250 volts. Where a contractor is arranged for remote operation, the coil circuit shall be protected by a fuse. Terminals shall be accessible and have adequate clearance between phases and to earth. Where a starter is not enclosed in a composite panel, a door inter-locked isolating switch shall be provided. Each electric motor and electric air heater battery which is
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controlled from the main control panel, and is not less than 2.0 m from the panel or is so situated that the panel cannot be seen from the motor of air heater, shall be provided with a local stop-lock control circuit switch, Unless otherwise indicated, where a fan is provided with duplicate motors, two starters shall be supplied; a single starter with a local changeover switch will not be accepted. Contactor Starter Units Low voltage motor circuits shall be controlled by a contactor starter and an individual set of HRC fuses. The contactor shall be the normal means of stopping and starting the motor. Each contactor starter shall be fitted with an Isolating switch to provide isolation for maintenance and disconnection in the event of welded contacts under stalled motor conditions. The contactors shall be capable of dealing with normal and fault conditions. The contactor starter units shall be of air-insulated, metal clad type and be designed to ensure safety of operating personnel. Interlocks shall be provided to ensure that the unit access door can only be opened when the associated contactor is opened and the contactor cannot be closed in the service position until the access door is closed. Auxiliary contacts for remote interlocking and indication shall be fitted in each individual contactor starter. Light Current Electrical Construction Component parts shall be located, secured and disposed with respect to each other and structural members that they can be inspected, removed and replaced without damage to, or undue disturbance of, other parts or wiring. Components generating significant heat shall be adequately spaced from their mounting boards and from other components. All components shall be adequately supported and secured where necessary by clamps, clips or other means acceptable to the Engineer. Rivets or eyelets shall not be used for fixing items which may have to be repaired or replaced. Components shall not be mounted directly on wiring terminal blocks unless adequately protected from damage. Unless otherwise agreed, all plug-in devices, units and sub-units shall be held in position by approved retainers. Pre-set controls requiring routine adjustment shall be accessible with the complete equipment and adjacent equipments in operation. An approved method of ensuring that pre-set controls retain their adjustments shall be incorporated.
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Soldered connections shall be made only to components specifically designed for that purpose. Flexible conductors and metallic braiding subject to flexing at their terminations shall not be soldered, but shall be fitted with approved crimped tags. Welded connections shall be used subject to the approval of the Engineer. Taper pin connectors, push-on connectors etc., shall be to the approval of the Engineer. The preferred material for push-on connectors is phosphor bronze. Wires shall not be joined together except at a properly supported terminal post or tag. Grommets or bushes shall be fitted where wiring passes through metalwork. Internal wiring shall be loomed, harnessed and adequately supported by clamping toughing, or similar means. Direct point-to-point wiring shall not be used except where approved by the Engineer. Where it is necessary to bunch cables, the wiring shall be limited to not more than 12 wires. Wiring shall be clamped into plugs and sockets in such a way that connections inside each connector cannot be subject to injurious tensile stress. Sufficient slack wire shall be provided to enable a reconnection to be made at each end of each wire. Internal wiring shall be a minimum of 0.02mm 2 cross-sectional area. Every effort shall be made to avoid installing control and signal wiring in close proximity to power wiring. Control and signal wiring shall be protected by properly grounded shielding where it is reasonable to do so. External wiring to and from panels shall be terminated on properly numbered multiway tag blocks. Long lengths of external type cable inside panels or cubicles will not be permitted. Components Transformer and inductor windings shall be vacuum impregnated or encapsulated and terminate on a terminal board mounted on the unit. Each winding and termination shall be clearly and unambiguously identified. Complete details shall be provided of the suitability of relay contact materials for the application. Relay actuating coi1s shall preferably be either vacuum impregnated or encapsulated. Unsealed relays or groups of relays shall be provided with a protective cover to prevent dust ingress. The covers shall be detachable without the need to remove the relays. All indicating instruments shall be individually approved by the Engineer. Instrument scales shall be of the anti-parallax platform type, clearly divided and indelibly marked. All indicating instruments shall be of a modular type and be accurate within 1% of full scale span.
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Push-button indicators with labelling and mounted on control panels shall be to the approval of the Engineer. The ratings of all indicating lamps shall be such that an average useful lamp life of 20,000 hours minimum is obtained. The design of lamp holders shall be such that replacement of the lamp is both quick and easy; access shall be from the front panel of the equipment. To reduce heating, and fouling of the panels, lamps which are continuously alight shall have the minimum consumption consistent with good visibility of indications in a brightly-lit room. Multi-pole connectors shall be designed such that incorrect mating cannot occur. An approved device shall be provided for locking each free plug or socket in the mated position. The material of all components shall be resistant of flame propagation. All instruments shall be back connected on stud type terminals and identified by engraving or painting, Cabling and Terminations All cabling shall be anti-termite fire retardant type and all cabling shall be arranged to minimise the risk of fire and any damage which might be caused in the event of fire. The Contractor shall be responsible for protecting cables in an approved manner against mechanical damage or damage by fire where exposed inside the building. Where cable troughs are not provided the Contractor shall provide ladder racking with appropriate supports to the approval of the Engineer. Where run on racking, cables shall be secured by heavy gauge copper or plastic coated clips at intervals of not more than 1500mm. Where run on flat surfaces, cables shall be secured by spacer bar saddles at intervals of not more than 1000mm. Every cable shall be securely supported at a point not more than 1000mm from its termination and oil vertical runs passing through floors, immediately above the floor. The Contractor shall be responsible for connecting his equipment to existing equipment or equipment supplied under a separate Contract. All multi core cables shall be physically separated from power supply wiring Joints in PVC or XLPE cables shall not be carried out without written approval of the Engineer. Low tension cable joints shall incorporate compression type ferrules with polyethylene tape insulation housed in a plastic joint box and scaled with cold pouring resin filling. The ends of each PVC/SWA/PVC cable shall be terminated in brass compression type cable glands of the correct size which shall secure the cable inner sheath and
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ensure effective electrical continuity between the cable armouring wires and the metal enclosure on which the cable is terminated. A copper earth link shall be taken from the cable termination point to an associated sub-switchboard or main switchboard earth bar. XPLE cables shall be terminated similarly to PVC armoured cables. Where cables are required to be terminated in terminal boxes or other equipment supplied under another Contract, the Contractor shall be responsible for carrying out the terminations in accordance with the requirements specified above including the supply and joining of tai1s where necessary and the testing to verify correct phasing of all cores. Where single core cables are used, all necessary precautions shall be taken to prevent hysteresis. Ferrous plates through which the cables pass shall be slotted and brass glands and sockets shall be used. Single core cables shall be very rigidly clamped to prevent distortion under short circuit conditions.
Multi pair Thermoplastic Insulated Cables The conductors of all thermoplastic insulated cables shall be copper and shall comply with an approved National Specification and to all applicable requirements of this Specification dealing with the construction of Power cables. Where tinned conductors are specified their solder-ability performance shall be demonstrated in accordance with an approved Specification. The size of conductors shall be 1/0,9mm dia. minimum. Insulation shall be PVC and the thickness approved by the Engineer. Cable cores shall be identified by colours with distinctive schemes to discriminate between PVC and polyethylene insulation. The colour schemes shall be approved by the Engineer and shall be generally accepted schemes and rotation for the appropriate design of cable. Insulated cores shall be twisted together to form pair. In the case of PVC insulated conductors the required number of pairs shall be laid-up to form a compact symmetrical cable with the two pair construction laid-up in quad formation. Binding tapes constructed from suitable materials shall be applied with open spiral or overlap as required between layers, necessary, and over the laid-up structure to provide a compact uniform formation. A rip-cord to facilitate removal of the inner sheath of PVC insulated cables may be included during the application of the overall binding tape. Cables shall be armoured with one layer of galvanised steel round wires. The number and diameter of the wires shall be as stated in the specification Schedules and on the drawings. The design of joint-box and any outer protection box shall comply with the requirements for auxiliary cables and accessories unless otherwise approved. Alternative designs will only be considered if documentary proof can be provided of their suitability for withstanding mechanical and electrical type approval tests witnessed and accepted by a reputable Authority. Multi pair cables shall be screened when being used for data transmission. Earthing of the screen shall be to the approval of the Engineer.
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Multi pair cable tails shall be so bound that each wire may be traced without difficulty to the associated cable. Approved type terminals of the insertion type incorporating pressure plates shall be provided for all incoming cables. All terminals blocks and terminations shall be to the approval of the Engineer. Unless otherwise agreed each terminal shall have a removable link of facilitate signal isolation and testing. Facilities shall be provided to maintain the continuity of isolated cable screens whenever required. Provision shall be made at the top of terminal boards for the termination of all spare cores in the incoming cables. The ends of every type wire and every cable tail shall be fitted with numbered ferrules of white, with the numbers clearly engraved in black. Moisture and oil resisting insulating material having a glossy Finish shall be used. The ferrules shall be of the interlocking type and shall grip the insulation. Details of the proposed ferrule numbering system shall be submitted at the earliest possible date by the Contractor for approval. All cables carrying analogue direct current signals shall comply with BS 3586. Special Control and Instrumentation Cables Any special control, instrumentation and measurement cables shall be to an approved National Standard and the design of cable and characteristics of the insulation and screening shall be adequate to meet the operating requirements of the respective circuits. Cables shall be screened and/or armoured as required and sheathed overall with extruded PVC. Cables shall be run in one length between terminal points. Where it is necessary to split or join circuits, a marshalling box or cubicle shall be provided. Adequate spacing shall be provided between power and instrumentation cables so that mutual interference is minimised. If any special cables are required, it shall be stated in the specification Schedules and complete details of the cables provided. Control Switches and Interlocks For the control of electrical equipment which operates independently on "ON/OFFrotary snap switch shall be fitted oil the front of the panel for each item oil plant. Where plant operates dependently, e.g. an extract fail which should not run unless the supply fan is running, an switch shall be fitted for the master item and a HAND/OFF/AUTO switch shall be fitted for each item of dependent plant. The switch positions shall be clearly labelled to show which item of plant it controls.
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With a HAND/OF/AUTO" switch in the AUTO position the dependent item of plant shall start automatically when the master item is switched "ON" and shall operate automatically under the dictates of any controlling device. The operation of the switch to the HAND position shall over-ride any controlling devices except those which are necessary for the safe operation of the plant. Similarly the operation of a master switch toOFF-with dependent plant at "AUTO" shall cause all plant to stop, in sequence where necessary (e.g. allowing a fan to run on to remove heat from electric heaters or a chilled water pump to run on until refrigeration pump-down is completed, to avoid free-up) and with the due regard for all safety controls. For cooling and air conditioning plants the master items shall be the main air supply fan and/or the chilled water pump(s) as appropriate. For systems with direct expansion air coolers the starting of the main air supply fan shall, under automatic working conditions, cause all other plant to start in sequence and as required by the thermostatic controls. Similarly, for chilled water systems the master-item shall be the chilled water pumps and their operation shall, under automatic working, because the refrigeration plant etc., to start. Where there are both air and water systems the main air supply fan shall be the master item for controls; the chilled water pump shall be the master item for the water handling plant, the refrigeration plant and the water temperature controls and water flow switch. Automatic Controls 1) General Requirements Automatic controls shall be provided to perform the functions indicted on the drawings and may be of electric, electronic or pneumatic type as defined in the Particular Specification. Where pneumatic controls are provided the system shall include an air compressor unit, filter dryer, pressure reducing valves, pressure gauges, oil pressure switches, low pressure warning lamp and all the necessary interconnecting pipe work unless otherwise indicated the compressed air systems shall include two air compressors with each compressor being capable of providing air of the quantity and quality necessary for the satisfactory operation of the pneumatic controls, and each provided with a refrigeration type air drier. All items of control equipment associated with the plant shall be sited in accessible positions with controllers positioned such that the position indicators are easily read. Selected controls systems shall be capable of controlling the systems to limits and be adequate to meet the control conditions specified. 2) Refrigeration Plant Controls In addition to the controls specified elsewhere in this Section the following controls shall be provided.
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Where compressors will be sited in tropical latitudes and subject to time controlled operation (and may in consequence have to start against very heavy loads) they shall be fitted with suction pressure regulating devices designed to limit the maximum suction pressure. 3) Motorised dampers Motorised dampers shall be of the multi-leaf type. They shall be constructed with each blade securely fixed on its spindle; indicators shall be Fitted so that the position of the blades are shown outside the duct. The spindles shall be carried in lubricated nylon or similar bearings to ensure that the motor drive is not over-strained. Where dampers are provided for the control of fresh air, recirculation air and exhaust air the action of the dampers shall be linked mechanically and/or electrically. Where the operation of dampers is used for the thermostatic control with a heater battery, operation shall be sequenced with the modulating valve or step controller, allowing a dead spot between sequences; both the dampers and the valve shall be controlled from the same sensing device. Where the operation of dampers is used for thermostatic control with a heater battery and a cooler battery, operation shall be sequenced with the control of the heater and cooler batteries, allowing dead spots between sequences and with overriding action to close the dampers to the minimum fresh air position when the cooler battery is operative; both the dampers and the batteries shall be controlled from the same sensing devices. Time Switch Control The clock control to be provided where indicted shall be driven by a synchronous motor with a self winding spiral reserve of not less than 30 hours and shall include provision for one switching "ON" and one switching "OFF per day; means of omitting switching for at least two days per week and of advancing and retarding either "ON" or OFF" switching or both for at least two days per week shall be provided.
0.2.5.2.
Sensing Elements
Elements sensing liquid temperature in pipe work shall be provided with means for withdrawal for calibration, servicing, etc., without the need for draining the system. They shall be positioned so that the active part of the element is wholly within the liquid and so that the element is not less than 12 pipe diameters downstream from a point of mixing. Elements sensing the temperature of air in a duct shall be positioned so that the element is not subject to radiation-, and that account is taken of temperature stratification. If of the capillary averaging type, the elements shall be installed on a suitable framework and suitably arranged for servicing.
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Elements used for determining the dew point or where the air adjacent to the element is known to be saturated shall be of a construction and material compatible for use in moist air. Elements sensing the temperature of a solid surface shall be positioned and fixed so as to give good thermal contact. Elements sensing the temperature of a room or other such space shall be in a representative position to be agreed with the Engineer. Elements sensing the temperature of air external to a building shall be positioned away from the influence of direct solar radiation and local heat gains. Where special requirements are indicated, (e.g. the determination of solar gain, wind influence), the control sensor manufacturer's recommendations for positioning elements shall be followed. Humidity sensing element positions shall be representative of the space in which the humidity is being measured and arranged such that the air velocity is within the range required by the sensing element. Humidity sensors shall be arranged to ensure that the air reaching the element is free from airborne contaminants as well as to give convenient access for servicing the element. Sensing elements shall in all cases be installed in accordance with the manufacturers latest instructions. 0.2.5.3. Control Valves
Electrically operated modulating type valves shall be provided as shown on the drawings. The valve bodies and seats shall be suitable for use on the following services: Working Pressure Service Chilled Water 300 mm Test Pressure kN/m Maximum OP Temp C
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Valves shall be selected according to the following pressure drops for optimum control: Two port valves - max 15kN/m Two port valves shall have equal percentage flow characteristics. Valve sizes 12mm to 50mm shall have screwed BSP bodies. Valve sizes 65mm to 150mm (2 to 6") shall have cast iron bodies and stainless steel trim. All automatic control valves shall be fitted with electric actuators. Where two valves are controlled in sequence, sequencing shall be accomplished with a positioner to
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ensure positive sequencing with no overlap and a manual override facility shall be provided. 0.2.5.4. Pump Sequencing Panel
Electronically operated sequencing panel should be provided for auto change over of pumps for duty and standby pumps. 0.2.5.5. Contractor's Design
The Contractor shall be responsible for designing automatic control systems to meet the material, standards, and performance requirements of this specification. The tender drawings are in outline only. In certain instances and depending on the equipment selected and their versatility or limitations it may prove necessary to employ several items to fulfil the purpose of one item described on the tender drawings and in the specification. The contractor shall be deemed to have included for all such items in his tender. The number and conductor size of all control equipment is not shown on the tender drawings to allow for variations between control manufacturers products selected for works. The wiring to all items of plant shown on the tender drawings is based on the equipment that was used in the formation of the tender scheme. In all instances where due to the nature of the equipment and its associated system elements selected, the electrical rating is affected, the Contractor shall be deemed to have included for all necessary variations in conductor sizes, numbers of cores etc. to meet the requirements of this specification. All control systems shall be of a type designed to maintain the specified conditions within the specified permissible tolerances. The response time of control systems shall be arranged to suit the response times of the systems they serve to avoid undue dynamic overshoot and 'hunting'. All modulating valves, dampers and the like shall be selected to provide appropriate 'authorities'. 0.2.6. 0.2.6.1. TESTING AND COMMISSIONING General
The Building Services Systems described in this Specification and shown on Tender Drawings shall be commissioned. A programme for the commissioning and any specified tests shall be prepared and this shall be incorporated in the programme for the contract following approval by the Consultant. The Contractor shall be responsible for providing all necessary test points, pockets, orifices, venturis, etc. in the installations to facilitate the satisfactory testing of the installations whether or not they are shown on the drawings.
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The Contractor shall be responsible for providing all necessary instruments to enable the installations to be tested in accordance with the Specification. 0.2.6.2. Definitions
Commissioning shall mean the advancement of all the Building Services Systems from the state of static completion to full working order adjusted to the design requirements which are given in each service section of this Specification. 0.2.6.3. Instruments
The cost of providing all instruments and associated equipment, attendance of the specialists and for the provision of test point required for the commissioning and testing shall be included in the Tender. A recent calibration certificate for each instrument shall be available for inspection. A schedule of the instruments to be used shall be submitted to the Engineer for approval prior to the commencement of commissioning and testing. 0.2.6.4. Sub-letting
The commissioning testing shall not be sub-let to a firm specialising in this and work without the prior authority of the Engineer in writing. 0.2.6.5. Commissioning and Testing Report
A comprehensive report shall be prepared for each Building Services System which shall record all the parameters which affect the performance of the system at the time of commissioning. A similar report shall be prepared for any specified tests. The reports shall be submitted to the Engineer for approval and such approval must be gained before the services are handed over to the Client. Three copies of each of the reports shall be handed to the Engineer. 0.2.6.6. Maintenance of Plant during Commissioning & Testing
The plant shall be maintained in accordance with manufacturers instructions throughout the commissioning and testing period and until the plant is handed over to the Client. Records of the maintenance procedures shall be kept for each Building Services System and these records shall be handed to the Client. Properly trained staff shall be made available to maintain the plant and any repairs or replacements that may be necessary shall be carried out before the plant is handed over to the Client. Three copies of the maintenance Procedures shall be handed to the Client. 0.2.6.7. Notice of Tests
The Engineer shall be given seven days clear written notice of all tests.
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0.2.6.8.
Air Distribution and Extract Systems
All Air Distribution and Extract Systems shall be commissioned in accordance with the CIBSE Commissioning Code Series A -Air Distribution Systems, High and Low Velocity The commissioning report for each system shall include: Fan speed Fan static pressure - suction and discharge Motor Current Pulley sizes Main branch air volumes Terminal air volumes - grilles and diffusers Air volume and static pressure at test holes in ducts shown on the Tender drawings. 0.2.6.9. Automatic Control Systems
Automatic control systems shall be commissioned in accordance with the CIBSE Series C - The Commissioning of Automatic Control Systems. The commissioning report for each system shall include: For each control system 1) 2) 3) 4) Set point Proportional band Value of the controlled variable measured at the sensor Value of the controlling variable measured at the sensor for compensated systems
A record of the settings of each controller in the form of diagrams, which shall indicate the position of each dial or adjustment, screw. Measurement of all the controlled variables at the sensor for each of the following settings of the control valve: 1) 2) 3) Full capacity Half capacity Zero capacity
The measurements shall be made with the plant operating with the specified flow rates and for, each set of measurements the temperatures and pressures of the primary fluids entering and leaving the heat exchangers shall be recorded.
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0.2.6.10.
Refrigerating Systems
Refrigerating Systems shall be commissioned in accordance with the CIBSE Commissioning Code Series R Refrigerating System. The Commissioning Report shall include: Settings of all control devices that affect the performance of the system A list of System Checks as prepared for the CIBSE Code Series R with a report on the state or setting of each component listed. 0.2.6.11. Water Distribution Systems
Water distribution systems shall be commissioned in accordance with the CIBSE Commissioning Code Series W - Water Distribution System. 0.2.6.12. Thermometers
Thermometers shall be provided where necessary in all water and air piping or ducts indicated or not in drawings. They shall be of a suitable type and pattern to permit them to be easily readable in the position in which they are to be fitted. Thermometers located at more than 2m from the floor level shall be of the angle pattern dial type. Each thermometer shall be graduated for the temperature scale specified. Thermometer pockets shall be filled with graphite grease. Stem-type mercury in glass thermometers shall have an opal scale enclosed within a cylindrical brass case 250mm long with 15mm screwed connection. The thermometer shall be straight or angle pattern with detachable brass pockets, whichever may be specified. Dial-type mercury in glass thermometers shall be 1 00mm diameter on pipe work up to 80mm and for larger pipes 150mm diameter with brass beze1 and shall be vertical or horizontal pattern with pocket. Thermometers for ductwork shall be of the remote capillary type with the sensor located in the centre of the duct. The metal support for the sensor shall be fixed to the duct and shall incorporate a thermal insulator at the sensor mounting. The capillary shall pass through a suitable grommet in the wall of the duct and shall be clipped at 300mm intervals. The thermometer shall be 100mm diameter and shall be mounted on a hardwood board which shall be fixed to the nearest ductwork support. 0.2.6.13. Pressure Gauges
Pressure gauges shall be provided where necessary and where indicated upon the drawings, They shall be of the 'Bourdon' type with 100mm diameter dial on pipe work up to 80mm and for larger pipe work 150mm diameter dial enclosed within a brass case.
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Each gauge shall be calibrated and graduated in bar for a pressure range of zero to twice the working pressure. The gauge dial shall be marked with a red index line indicating the static pressure with the system full and the s pumps and other such equipment at rest. For pressurised systems an additional green index line on the gauge dial shall indicate the normal working pressure of the installation concerned. All gauges shall be provided with 10mm union connection to the associated pipe work, a U pattern siphon and a lever handled gauge cock for isolation. Where the position of a pressure tapping is such that the gauge would not be easily viewed, then the gauge shall be wall mounted in a suitable position, and where such remote reading instruments are necessary, they shall be grouped and mounted on a neat hardwood board 25mm thick, located adjacent to the relevant plant component and at a height of 1,700mm from the floor. The necessary interconnecting 10mm diameter copper pipe work shall be provided, which shall be run in medium cable tray. Whether pressure gauges are indicated on the drawings or not, provision shall be made in the form of a 10mm plugged gland cock for a pressure gauge connection on all cylinders and pressure vessels the suction and delivery of all pump and on the inlet and outlet of water and oil filters. 0.2.6.14. Pressure and Temperature Test Points
6mm universal test points shall be provided as indicated in the pipe work section of this Specification. 0.2.6.15. Ventilation Systems Performance Tests
Ventilation Systems performance tests shall be carried out which may be witnessed by the Engineer or his representative. The tests shall comprise: Demonstration that the systems are capable of achieving the specified internal conditions, under specified ambient maxima and minima. Measurement of pressure drop through: 1) 2) 3) 4) Filters Cooling coils Fan Attenuators
Measurement of the maximum air temperature change of all heater/cooler batteries at the specified air volume flow rate and the flow and return water temperature.
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Measurement of the outside air temperature at the beginning and end of the beginning and end of each testing period. Measurement of the following temperatures and a record of the time when the measurements were made: 1) 2) 3) Cooler batteries Each room Air entering and leaving plant
Measurement of running current of all associated electric motors. Measurement of the pressure difference across all pumps with all control valves in the "full load" position. Calibration of the system and related instruments. Measurement of pressure drop across any orifice plate meters or calibrated valves. Demonstration that all the automatic controls and time clocks are operational. Thermograph readings for three full days for one room on each zone. The election of the rooms shall be approved by the Engineer. 0.2.6.16. Refrigeration System performance Tests
Refrigeration performance tests shall be carried out which may or not be witnessed by the Engineer and his representative. The tests shall comprise: Demonstration that the system is capable of achieving the specified performance under specified ambient maxima and minima. Measurement of the outside air temperature (wet and dry bulb) every two hours and at the beginning and end of each testing period. Measurement of the following and a record of the time when the measurements were made: Temperature 1) Outside ambient dry bulb temperature
Pressures Measurement of the running current of all associated electric motors and, for the refrigeration compressor, the running current at maximum and minimum capacity. Calibration of all installed instruments.
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Measurement of the pressure drop across any orifice plate meters or calibrated valves. Demonstration that all the automatic controls and time clocks are operational. Measurement of the pH of the chilled water. 0.2.6.17. Air Conditioning Systems Performance Tests
Air Conditioning Systems performance tests shall be carried out which may be witnessed by the Engineer or his representative. The tests shall comprise: Demonstration that the systems are capable of achieving the specified performance. Demonstration of the accuracy of calibration of the system. Simulated demonstration of the accuracy of software programmes, terminology and the like. 0.2.6.18. Noise Level Tests
Noise Level tests shall be carried out which shall be witnessed by the Engineer or his representative. Noise levels shall be measured for each octave band with all the Buildings Services Systems in operation. The tests shall comprise: Demonstration that the specified noise ratings have been achieved. Measurement of the external background noise level for each zone at the same time that the internal noise levels are measured. Record of the state of the Internal finishes in the rooms. Record of the microphone position for each measurement. 0.2.6.19. Pressure Differential Gauges
Two Pressure Differential Gauges shall be provided for use with the balancing valves. Following completion of the commissioning, the gauges shall be handed to the Client. 0.2.6.20. Pre-Commissioning cleaning
All water services shall be treated internally by an approved chemical process to remove dirt, scale, corrosion etc., and shall then be thorough1y flushed out. Strainer screens shall be removed prior to this process, and replaced afterwards. The chilled water systems shall be refilled after flushing with water treated with an approved chemical to prevent further corrosion. Hoehler & Partner LLC
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0.2.6.21.
Sterilisation of domestic water services
All pipe work and storage cisterns shall be sterilised before the system is brought into use for domestic purposes. Before sterilisation, pipe work and storage cisterns/tanks shall be flushed out to remove dirty water, debris etc. No water shall be used for domestic purposes during this flushing operation. Mains extensions shall be sterilised first followed by communication and supply pipes, storage cisterns/tanks and distributing pipes in that order, Storage cisterns/tanks and distributing pipes shall first be filled with water and thoroughly flushed out. With all draw-off taps closed, the cistern/tank shall be refilled with water and sufficient sterilising chemical shall be added during filling to ensure that when full the cistern/tank contains water having a concentration of 50 mg/litre of chlorine in the solution. The sterilising chemical shall be prepared in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, the supply to the cistern/tank shall then be stopped and all the draw-off taps of the distributing pipes shall be opened progressively, working away from the cistern/tank. Each tap shall be closed when the water begins to smell of chlorine. The cistern/tank shall then be topped up with water and sufficient sterilising chemical to give a concentration of 50 mg/litre chlorine. The cistern/tank and pipes shall then remain charged for three hours, whereupon a test shall be made for residual chlorine. If none is found the test shall be repeated. Finally, the cistern/tank and pipes shall be thorough1y flushed out before any water is used for domestic purposes. A signed certificate shall be provided to certify that the sterilisation has been carried out.
0.3. GENERAL TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

0.3.1. STANDARDS
Except where modified by this Specification, equipment and materials shall be in accordance with lEC (International Electro-technical Commission), ISO (international Organisation for Standardisation) and BSS (British Standards Specification) recommendations, If relevant lEC, ISO and BSS recommendations are not available then relevant national standards shall apply, and such national standards shall be proposed by the Contractor for approval by the Engineer. When lEC or ISO or BSS recommendations, or national standards are referred to the Edition shall be that current at the date of Tender, together with any amendments issued to that date. If requested by the Engineer, the Contractor shall supply at his own expense three copies in English and one in the original language of any national standards which are applicable to the Contract. The whole of the electrical installation shall comply with the requirements of the current edition of the Regulations for Electrical Installations issued by the I.E.E. (Institution of Electrical Engineers), London, UK including the latest amendments thereto.
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0.3.2.
DESIGN AND STANDARDISATION
The Contract Works shall be installed to facilitate inspection, cleaning and repairs, and for operation in which continuity of service is the first consideration. All material and apparatus shall be of the best quality, designed to ensure satisfactory operation under the atmospheric conditions prevailing at the Site and under such sudden variations of load and voltage as may be met with under working conditions. The installation shall incorporate every reasonable precaution and provision for the safety of all those concerned in the operation and maintenance of the Contract Works and of associated works supplied under other Contracts. All apparatus shall operate without undue vibration and with the least practicable amount of noise. Operating boxes, kiosks, cubicles and similar enclosed compartments forming part of auxiliary equipment shall be adequately ventilated to restrict condensation and, where environmental conditions require, suitable integral low-temperature heaters shall be provided. All contractor or relay coils and other parts shall be suitably protected against corrosion. All outdoor apparatus shall be so designed as to avoid pockets in which water can collect. Accessible means shall be provided for the easy lubrication of all bearings, mechanisms and moving parts. Grease lubricators shall be fitted with hexagon nipples. All mechanisms shall, when necessary, be constructed of stainless steel, brass or gunmetal to prevent sticking due to rust or corrosion. All connections and contacts shall be of ample section and surface for carrying continuously the specified currents without undue heating, and shall be secured by bolts or set screws of ample size, fitted with locking devices of approved type and material. All apparatus shall be designed to obviate the risk of accidental short circuit due to animals, birds and vermin. Openings in ventilated enclosures shall be so constructed to prevent the entry of vermin and insects. All apparatus incorporating doors shall be erected so that the doors can be opened to at least 90 after adjacent equipment has been installed. 0.3.3. MANUFACTURERS STANDARDS
Except where specified otherwise, all materials and equipment associated with the installation shall be handled and installed strictly in accordance with the manufacturers' recommendations by workmen who have had previous experience of the equipment and materials and who have, where necessary, attended a manufacturers course on use and installation. The Contractor shall ensure that any special tools recommended by manufacturers for the installation of their materials and equipment are used by the workmen.
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0.3.4.
GALVANISING
Galvanising shall be applied by the hot dipped process. The preparation for galvanising and the galvanising process shall not adversely affect the mechanical properties of the material being coated. Pre-site drilling, punching, cutting, bending and removal of burrs shall be completed before galvanising. Surfaces in contact with oil shall neither be galvanised nor cadmium plated, unless finished with an oil resisting varnish. The average thickness of the zinc coating shall be equivalent to not less than 0.6 kg/m2 of zinc for all surfaces, except steel wires. The thickness of the zinc coating for steel wires shall be in accordance with a national standard and shall be approved by the Engineer. Repair damage to galvanized components due to installation process, i.e. following cutting, drilling or welding, by applying two nos. substantial coats of cold galvanizing paint. 0.3.5. LABELS AND NUMBER PLATES
All equipment shall be clearly and permanently labelled, to the approval of the Engineer, in English. Where labels are provided for making clear the method of operation of apparatus, they shall be concise and preferably diagrammatic in form. Duplicate labels in the national language shall be provided whenever applicable. Labels shall be of the engraved Traffolite type. Labels for similar equipment shall be of uniform appearance and size, and all labels shall be fixed by screws. Each item of equipment shall be marked with its function, manufacturer's name or trade mark and the code or type number, together with the batch or serial number. Danger notices shall have red lettering on a white background. All other labels and number plates shall have black lettering on a white background. Generally lettering for danger notices shall be 10 mm high and all other lettering 6 mm high. All outdoor switchgear shall be clearly and permanently identified by number plates and phase discs of appropriate colours. The rating and circuit identification of each fuse shall be marked adjacent to the fuse base. The Contractor shall submit a schedule of labels for approval by the Engineer before engraving is carried out.
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0.3.6.
FIXINGS
Fixings to brickwork and block work shall be made in the bricks and blocks and not in the bond. Wood screws shall be zinc coated and machine thread screws shall be solid brass and greased before installation. Accessories mounted in fixed equipment shall incorporate adjustable slotted fixing holes. Heavy equipment shall be fixed with approved purpose-made clamp brackets, rag bolts or patent fixing bolts. Shot plugs or bolts shall not be used without the written approval of the Engineer. No structural steelwork shall be drilled for any purpose without the written approval of the Engineer. In general all fixings to steelwork shall be by means of studs welded to the stee1work or by clamp-brackets or hook bolts. Exterior steelwork fixings shall be galvanised. The supply and fixing of all supports, brackets, clamps and spacers and any other steelwork whether or not shown in detail on the drawings required for the proper and effective fixing of any equipment, shall be considered to be included in the material and labour covered by the supply and fixing of that equipment. Bolts and studs for electrical connections shall preferably be of brass M6 size min. alternatively, size M5 may be used, but these must be of phosphor bronze or high tensile brass. Nuts shall be locked in position with lock nuts or lock washers, or castle-nut and split pin, or other devices if approved. Lock washers shall not be used above M24 size except when a spring type is specially approved. Bolts, nuts and washers on outdoor equipment shall be of non-corroding material where they are in contact with non-ferrous parts in conductor clamps and fittings and elsewhere if specially required. Suitable special spanners shall be provided for bolts and nuts which are not properly accessible by means of an ordinary spanner. 0.3.7. BUILDERS WORK
Unless indicated elsewhere in this Specification, all builders work, cutting away and making good shall be carried out by the Main Contractor. The Contractor shall indicate where cutting away is required and will be held responsible for any extra costs incurred due to incorrect or inadequate marking out. Plugging of walls, floors and ceilings for the fixing of conduits, fitting and accessories shall be carried out by the Contractor. Details of all foundations for apparatus, construction of ducts, sumps, chases, etc,, structural steelwork, cutting away and making good in walls, floors, ceilings, etc., not detailed by the Engineer on the tender drawings shall be the responsibility of the Contractor who shall provide such drawings for approval by the Engineer. The information shall be provided in sufficient time to allow the work generally to progress in accordance with the Contract programme, but the Contractor shall be entirely responsible for the accuracy of the information given.
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0.3.8.
CLEANING AND PAINTING
All ungalvanised ferrous surfaces, such as black steel pipe work, brackets etc. shall be painted one coat of anti-corrosive primer immediately after erection, and a further two coats of gloss finish on completion. The paint specification for all equipment supplied with a works finish shall be to suit the particular application, and shall be to the approval of the Engineer. 0.3.9. OIL AND GAS
Unless otherwise specified sufficient oil or gas shall be supplied to fill oil or gas filled equipment provided under this Contract. The oil or gas shall be of appropriate type and suitable in all respects for use in the equipment when it is operated under the condition laid down in this Specification. The design and all materials and processes used in the construction of the equipment shall be such as to reduce to a minimum the risk of development of acidity in the oil or gas. Special measures such as nitrogen sealing or the use of inhibited oils are not required unless specified by the Engineer. 0.3.10. FIRE PRECAUTIONS All apparatus, connections and cabling shall be designed and arranged to minimise the risk of fire and any damage which might be caused in the event of fire. 0.3.11. RADIO INTERFERENCE All equipment shall be designed so as to minimise radio interference in the frequency range 0.15 MHz to 30 MHz by means of suppression at source. 0.3.12. PADLOCKS Padlocks or other approved locking devices for circuit-breakers isolating devices, control switches, valves, marshalling kiosks, cubicles, screened enclosures and other equipment shall be supplied under this Contract. All padlocks and other locks shall be provided with two identical operating keys. Each key shall have an engraved durable identification label. It shall be impossible to open any lock or padlock with the key of any other lock or padlock provided under this Contract. Locks or padlocks shall be in suites or areas provided with group master key facilities to the requirements of the Engineer. Keys and locks shall be impressed with the manufacturers special serial number. Wall mounting cabinets with glazed doors suitable for the accommodation of keys, shall be provided and mounted in approved positions and shall be labelled in a similar manner to the keys, with a labelled hook arrangement for each key. The engraving on all labels shall be in accordance with an approved scheme.
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0.3.13. TOOLS Where the Contractor specified shall supply in steel boxes, complete with keys, any special tools that may be required for making adjustments to equipment during normal operation or maintenance periods. All tools shall be of alloy steel and stamped with an approved identification. 0.3.14. EXPANSION JOINTS Building expansion joints may occur throughout the building works. Wherever the drawings indicate that such joints are installed the Contractor shall ensure that all pipes, ducts, conduits and cables crossing the joints are suitably sleeved, set and flexibly coupled across the expansion joint, adequately fixed each side of the joint and properly bonded. 0.3.15. EQUIPMENT DOCUMENTATION All documentation shall be in English and shall be provided by the Contractor. The number of copies and the dates of submission of the documentation shall be provided in accordance with the requirements of the Specification. All drawings, manuals, specifications, component lists, etc., shall have an issue or revision number and a record of modification. Equipment instruction manuals shall include circuit diagrams for each unit, plug in board and integrated circuit used in the complete equipment. 0.3.16. CONTRACT DRAWINGS The Contract Drawings are schematic and are intended to enable the Contractor to prepare his estimates and submit a tender. Where runs of piping, ducts, cable ways etc., are shown, they do not necessarily indicate exact locations within the confines of the building area concerned. The final locations of all such services, one with another and each with the building, shall be determined by the Contractor in the preparation of his Installation Drawings. Allowance shall be made in the preparation of Tenders to cover such deviations between Contract and Installation Drawings. 0.3.17. DRAWINGS PREPARED BY THE CONTRACTOR FOR CONSTRUCTION This section is to be read in conjunction with the Architect's/Engineer's to be applied contract and requirements. The more onerous specification/requirement is Refer to the Architect's/Engineer's requirements for timing of submissions and for penalty clauses for non-compliance. Further to the Schedule of Drawings submitted with the Tender, the Contractor shall, within two weeks of the order to commence work, confirm the detailed schedule of all Installation and Builders-work Drawings to be prepared by the Contractor for the purpose of constructing the Works. The Schedule shall indicate the dates on which the individual drawings shall be submitted to the Engineer for checking, date for final issue and distribution and the date on which the work covered is due to commence
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on site in accordance with the overall Construction Programme. Relevant dates for commencement of manufacture of plant items shall be included. Checking of the Contractors Installation and Builders work Drawings by the Engineer, shall not relieve the Contractor of his responsibilities for compliance with the designs intent, co-ordination or with any other obligations and requirements under the Contract. The Contractor shall allow in his Tender for providing three copies of each drawing and schedule to the Engineer for checking and four copies including reproducible for final distribution. All drawings prepared by suppliers, manufacturers and/or Contractors shall be endorsed with the Contractors own name title block and drawing number and the Contractor shall take full responsibility for such drawings in accordance with his obligations under the Contract. The scale and format of all drawings shall be to the approval of the Architect/Engineer. All drawings shall be prepared on AutoCAD 2006 format, by the Contractor's ON-SITE CAD OFFICE. 0.3.18. RECORD DOCUMENTS AND DRAWINGS This section is to be read in conjunction with the Architect's/Engineer's conditions of contract and requirements. The more onerous specification/requirement is to be applied. Refer to the Architect's/Engineer's requirements for timing of submissions and for penalty clauses for non-compliance. The Contractor shall supply to the Engineer, as a pre-requisite to Practical Completion of the Works, comprehensive record documents finalised in detail and approved by the Engineer. The Contractor is advised that great importance will be placed upon the quality, accuracy, clarity and completeness of the record documents and upon their being made promptly available. Within two calendar months of completion of the work, the Contractor shall prepare and hand over to the Engineer two sets of As Built drawings and operating and maintenance instructions for approval. On receipt of such approval, the Contractor shall issue to the Engineer three final sets of drawings, comprising one complete set of translucent negatives and two sets of white dyeline prints, and three sets of operating and maintenance instructions strongly bound in flexible covers and suitable for heavy usage over a long period. The final set of documents shall also be presented on CD ROM format. A practical completion certificate for the works will not issued to the Contractor until such operating and maintenance instructions and drawings are received and approved by the Engineer. A) The Contractor shall keep a full set of white prints on site showing the progress of all work in connection with this Contract. Such prints shall be kept up to date and all pipe work, ductwork, conduit and cable runs, outlets positions, equipment etc. shall be marked on the prints as they are installed.
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In addition to these, additional copies of detailed layouts of main plant chambers, circuit diagrams, valve charts, and relevant plant information shall also be provided suitably framed and fixed in the respective plant chambers. B) Operating and maintenance instructions shall be provided by the Contractor and shall comprise the following as applicable written to be read in conjunction with the Record Drawings: B1) B2) B3) B4) B5) B6) B7) A general description of the scope, purpose and mode of working to each system or apparatus forming part of the Works A detailed description of the scope, purpose and manner of working of each system of automatic controls and/or monitoring instruments. Data on general design parameters and associated normal operating temperatures, pressures etc., based on the commissioning tests. Clear and comprehensive instructions for the starting up, running and shut down of each system or apparatus Instructions in respect of any precautionary measures from time to time necessary (e.g. against freezing or corrosion) Instructions in respect of the care of apparatus normally subject to seasonal disuse Instructions as to the nature, extent and frequency of servicing necessary properly to maintain the Works in good condition and as to the materials to be used for this purpose. This information may be supported in detail, but not replaced by maintenance instructions provided by the suppliers of particular component apparatus. A list of recommended factory specified spare parts plus the names and addresses of suppliers of all major components of the Works as may potentially be required to obtain spare parts or replacements.
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C) Copies of manufacturer's data with respect to the nature, type and method of operation of individual pieces of equipment together with their detailed maintenance instructions shall also be supplied. Such data, in the form of individual booklets and the like, shall be indexed and cross-referenced to the operating and maintenance instructions and presented, suitably protected in box files or folders. The Contractor shall demonstrate from time to time as required by the Engineer throughout the execution of the Works, that adequate and accurate records are being kept such as will ensure the ultimate completeness and accuracy of the record documents and that the record documents are themselves being progressively complied as the work on site proceeds. The record documents shall be adequate for the following purposes C1) to record clearly the arrangements of the various sections of the Works as actually installed and to identify and locate all components parts thereof
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C2) to make it possible to comprehend the extent and purpose of the Works and the method of operation thereof C3) to set out clearly the extent to which maintenance and servicing is required and how, in detail, it should be executed C4) to provide sufficient and readily accessible information properly to facilitate the ordering of spares and replacements 0.3.19. FAMILIARISATION The Contractor will be deemed to have, prior to tender, studied the full contract drawings of the buildings, visited the site and to have acquainted by him with all relevant details affecting his work. Claims arising from neglect of this clause will not be entertained. 0.3.20. PROTECTION OF UNFINISHED WORK All unfinished work shall be left in a safe condition and any temporary supports necessary to give adequate protection from unauthorised interference shall be provided. When it is necessary to store any heavy equipment on the site the most suitable position shall be ascertained from the Main Contractor and the equipment shall be stored in such a manner as to prevent it falling or slipping. All trench or duct covers etc., shall be replaced on leaving the site or the immediate vicinity, and the ducts or trenches shall be adequately guarded to prevent accident. No responsibility for protection of the works can be under-taken by the Employer. 0.3.21. APPROVAL OF EQUIPMENT AND MATERIAL All plant and material is subject to the approval of the Engineer, and the Contractor must submit full details, including samples where required, before placing any orders or making any deliveries to site. All literature submitted for approval shall contain only relevant data. All fire protection and prevention equipment shall be to the approval of the ROP Civil Defence Department of Oman. All equipment shall be installed in strict accordance with the makers recommendations, and where appropriate shall be factory assembled and tested. 0.3.22. PROGRAMME OF WORK Immediately after receiving instructions to proceed, the Contractor shall produce in agreement with the Main Contactor a time and progress schedule. The Contractor shall prepare his programme on PRIMAVERA Project Planner and fully integrate his programme with that of the main Contractor.'
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Copies shall be provided for the Engineer and the Employer, and a copy shall be kept on site and update his programme as necessary to maintain a completion date target programme; also as and when required by the main Contractor and/or when required by the Architect/Engineer.' 0.3.23. LIAISING WITH OTHER PARTIES a) ROP Civil Defence Authority It is the responsibility of the Contractor to liaise with the requirements and regulations of the local Civil Defence Authority. All relevant drawings and equipment shall be approved by the Civil Defence prior to commencement of work and all time and expenses incurred in gaining approvals shall be included in the tender. b) Water It is the responsibility of the Contractor to liaise fully with the requirements and regulations of the local Water Authority for satisfactory provision of a permanent water supply. All relevant drawings and equipment shall be approved by the Water Authority prior to commencement of work and all time and expenses incurred in gaining approvals shall be included in the tender. c) Sewerage It is the responsibility of the Contractor to liaise fully with the requirements and regulations of the local Drainage Authority for satisfactory provision of a permanent drainage connection, septic tank and soak away or cesspit. All relevant drawings and equipment shall be approved by the Drainage Authority prior to commencement of work and all time and expenses incurred in gaining approvals
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SECTION N 1 FIRE SAFETY

Fire Hose Reel Fire Hydrant Fire Sprinkler Wet Riser Portable Hand Help Fire Extinguishers
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1.1. GENERALLY
1.1.1. PREAMBLES
The purpose of these specifications is to define the fire safety installations comprising Fire Hose reels, Fire hydrants, Fire sprinklers, Wet risers and Portable Fire Extinguishers etc. of Commercial and residential development at Ghubra. 1.1.2. SCOPE OF WORKS
The scope of work for this section includes the complete Fire Protection system detailed design in accordance with BS, NFPA and ROP civil defense regulations, supply, install, test, commission and handover the project in full satisfaction of the Client / Engineer. The Contractor shall submit detailed design drawings with necessary supporting calculations based on the concept drawings and specifications issued along with this tender. The Contractor shall consider in his detailed design, all the necessary equipment, devices, accessories, fittings etc. to ensure the system will perform up to the expected standard and to the satisfaction of the Engineer. The Contractor shall also prepare detailed Shop Drawings and submit to the Engineer for further approval, prior to procuring the materials or commencing the related works at site. 1.1.3. CONTENTS OF THE WORKS
The works specified in this section comprise the design, supply and fixing of the following items: Supply from the main supply point to the buildings The Hose Reels Fire Sprinklers Wet Risers Fire Hydrants Portable Hand Held Fire Extinguishers Fire Blanket The project comprises: Main Building Guard House 1.1.4. REFERENCE DOCUMENTS
All the works shall be carried out in accordance with best practice and the laws, orders, decrees, standards and statutory tests, being principally: On British standard, NFPA standards and to ROP Civil defence regulations. The Contractor is required to do the hydraulic calculations of all the distribution systems and decide the pipe sizes, in agree with distribution and sizing in drawings
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and project. All changes in these documents must be justified to consultants and client as necessary.
1.2. FIRE HOSE PROTECTION

Each fire hose reel cabinet marked in drawing should of: 1) Automatic fire hose reel of 25 mm diameter with 45 meter hose for plant areas. a) Fire hose of 25mm diameter with 45 meter hose. b) Nozzle to suit 25mm diameter hose. c) Fire extinguishers CO2, 5 Kg ; AFFF, 9 L 2) Automatic fire hose reel of 25 mm diameter with 30 meter hose for all other areas. a) b) c) Fire hose of 25mm diameter with 30 meter hose. Nozzle to suit 25mm diameter hose. Fire extinguishers CO2, 5 Kg ; AFFF, 9 L
Contractor to check the final location of fire hose cabinets as per local regulations and should cover all part of building for protection. Pipe sizes for hose reels and landing valves to be selected as per LPC regulations to cover assumed maximum number of hose reels/landing valve in simultaneous operation. A pressure gauge shall be installed close to the fire hose in the least favourable location so that it is possible to check at all times that the pipes are at the correct pressure. The connection of a single point to the main riser pipe supplying it shall be of a diameter complying with the 4.5 Kg/cm2 rule and shall have a diameter at least equal to the nominal diameter of the point connected. All the fire hose systems shall be made of galvanised steel tube SCH 40 ASTM A 53. All the pipes shall be attached with metal supports embedded in the concrete framework, and these supports shall be protected by the application of two coats of corrosion-proofing paint. One isolation valve and a PRV where necessary shall be fitted per fire hose so that the whole installation does not need to be taken out of service. At the top of each riser pipe and main branch pipe, a hydro pneumatic hammeringprevention device shall be fitted, with an isolating valve, pressure control gauge, and three-way tap to all the fire hoses in the least favourable locations. Marking along the whole route by labelling
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A diagram of the network with instructions shall be displayed in the control stand room. 1.2.1. 1.2.1.1. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS OF EQUIPMENT Fire Pump Set
A fully automatic packaged fire pump set meant for fire hose reels consisting of one duty electric pump and one standby diesel engine driven pump and complete with control panel shall be installed where indicated on the Contract Drawing. The duty pump and standby pump shall each be capable of maintaining a system pressure as indicated in the schedule and drawings. Electric Motor Driven Pump The electric pump shall be a horizontal end suction centrifugal volute pump, single stage with TEFC electric motor mounted on a common bed plate. Pump and motor shall be connected to each other via flexible coupling. Impeller shall be hydraulically thrust compensated and dynamically balanced. Shaft shall have interchangeable shaft sleeve at the shaft seal. Pump shall have sturdy maintenance-free anti-friction bearings, which are greased for life with high temperature grease. Motor shall be totally enclosed, fan-cooled squirrel cage motor. Insulation shall be Class F. Motor shall be suitable for the rated voltage of Ministry of Housing, Electricity and Water (MHEW). In addition to the normal facilities, the Star Delta Electric Motor Fire Pump controller shall incorporate the following minimum items: i) Facilities for the remote starting of the pumps from a pressure switch installed on the system trunk main. ii) Emergency manual start button behind frangible cover mounted on the starter panel. Diesel Engine Driven Pump The standby pump shall be a centrifugal pump driven by a diesel engine. A fuel tank with sufficient capacity to hold fuel for 8 hours running of the pump at full load shall be provided. The fuel tank shall have a fuel gauge, inspection/cleaning hole, etc. The pump. Starter mechanism, battery, battery charger, control system and fuel tank shall be as described in the LPC rules. The diesel pump exhaust system shall terminate at a safe position at high level outside the pump house. The exhaust system shall be complete with flexible joints and silencer. Each pump shall be fitted with isolating valves, non return vales and pressure gauges. The control panel for automatic operation of the pumps shall consist of a metallic enclosure to IP55, door interlocked isolator, suitably rated contactors, overload relays, MCCBs for each pump, control MCBs, Hand-off-Auto Selector switches for each pump, power on in each phase and run/trip lamps for each pumps, ammeter and voltmeter with selector switch for the pumps, minimum run timers for the pumps, anti-condensation heater and phase failure protection. Automatic changeover of starting sequence shall be provided. The standby pump should start in the event of failure of the duty pump. A flow switch in the delivery header shall start the main pumps if sufficient draw off occurs. At low water level the pumps shall be shut off by electronic level relay and probes provided in the water tank. Hoehler & Partner LLC
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An audio visual alarm shall be provided to indicate pump failure and low water level in the tank. The alarm shall be repeated in a panel adjacent to fire alarm panel. The pump set shall be tested and painted fire red. Isolating valves shall be provided at the suction and delivery manifolds. The pump set shall be mounted, complete with flexible joints, vibration isolators and foundation bolts on a 150mm (minimum) high RCC plinth. Interconnecting pipe work and pipe work within the building shall be carbon steel and pipe work below the ground shall be high pressure uPVC to BS 3505 Class E. 1.2.1.2. Fire Hose Reels
The Contractor shall supply and fix, in the position indicated on the drawings, hose reels. These shall be of the type specified in the Particular Specification, and shall be supplied complete with cabinet where indicated. Fire hose reels shall be in accordance with BS EN 1947:2002 and shall be approved by the local Civil Defence authority and comprise a reinforced rubber hose, 30 m long 25 or 40mm dia. suitable for a working pressure of 1000 kN/m2, coiled on a revolving drum. The outer end of the hose shall be fitted with a shut-off control nozzle and the inner end of the hose shall be connected through the reel to the water supply. Pressure reducing devices shall be provided whenever necessary to limit the pressure to 4.0 bar. The reel shall incorporate a valve that automatically turns on the water supply when more than approximately 3 m hose is unreeled, and shut off when the hose is rewound onto the reel. A manual shut off valve of the wheel type shall also be installed on the service pipe to each hose reel (with open-close indicator). The hose reels shall delivery not less than the required by NFPA. An instruction plate shall be supplied with each reel indicating the method of use in English and Arabic. The Hose reels shall be of a Brand approved by the ROP Civil Defence Department and shall be supplied through and authorised Agent. The fire hose reels and the hand Held extinguishers shall be housed in a purpose made flush mounted Stainless Steel cabinet with finish to Architects and Engineers approval. 1.2.1.3. Schedule of Manufacturers MEP Works
The Contractor may include in his tender for alternative manufacturers provided that the equipment is equal to the requirements of the Specification, but all manufacturers must have authorised representation in the Sultanate of Oman, supported by maintenance engineers and an adequate stock of spares and have previously undertaken substantial projects in the Sultanate of Oman. All similar equipment shall be of one manufacturer as far as possible and standardisation of components shall be utilised to reduce the quantity of spares required. Hoehler & Partner LLC
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The Contractor shall ensure that the equipment offered is suitable for the intended purpose, can be installed in the spaces provided, with due regard to ease of maintenance and replacement, and that delivery is available to suit the building programme. Approval of submittals by the Engineer does not relieve the Contractor of his responsibility to provide equipment suitable in dimension, construction, function and finish for the purpose intended. The following table gives acceptable manufacturers for the Contractor's benefit and in general alternative 1 was used in the design documents. In selecting alternative manufacturers the Contractor must ensure that adequate space is available for his intended equipment to the satisfaction of the manufacturer's recommendations. DESCRIPTION Fire Pump Fire Pipes and fittings Pipe supports Fire and Smoke dampers Hose reel & Wet riser equipment Fire sleeves and Intumescent Mat Portable Extinguishers Fire fighting equip. and Ancillaries Fire cabinets ALT.1 ARMSTRONG JAZEERA ALT.2 KSB Ajax CRANE ALT.3 NAFFCO SUMITOMO MUPRO SENIOR COLMAN FIREMAIN ASTROFLAME
PIPE SUPPORTS FLAMCO TROX NAFFCO NULLIFIRE RUSKIN POWHATTAN FIRETHERM
NAFFCO CHUB NAFFCO
KIDDE NAFFCO CHUBB
BADGER UNITOR ANSUL
Note to the Contractor: The Contractor shall submit minimum three proposals for each item mentioned above for approval prior to procurement of any such materials. The Contractor shall also be responsible for proposing alternative makes but equivalent in the absence of a local supplier / manufacturer for the items listed above.
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1.3. EXTINGUISHERS
1.3.1. HAND HELD PORTABLE EXTINGUISHERS
Portable extinguishers shall be in accordance with BS 5306-3:2000 and BS EN 37:2004 and shall be approved by the local Civil Defense authority. CO2 AFFF B - Portable hand held Fire Extinguishers - Portable hand held Fire Extinguishers - Fire Blanket
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SECTION N 2 AIR CONDITIONING & VENTILATING
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2.1. DESCRIPTION
This section covers the works required for the Air-conditioning and Ventilation in the construction of Noor Al - Deen grand Mosque at Al Khuwair, Sultanate of Oman. These works concern principally: Main Building 2.1.1. PURPOSE OF SPECIFICATIONS
The purpose of the Technical specifications is to define the general Technical conditions of the Air Conditioning and Ventilating works. The works shall comprise mainly: Cooling of the Main Building. Kitchen areas extraction. Toilet areas extraction. 2.1.2. ACCEPTANCE OF INSTALLATIONS
TEST PERIOD: A period agreed with the client not less than two months shall be provided for adjustments and testing before acceptance; this phase shall not include the periods of operation of the installations for site needs. During this phase, all labour and maintenance costs shall be assumed by the Contractor. ACCEPTANCE INSPECTION: This shall take place in the presence of the Client, his Representatives and the Contractor. During this inspection, installation performance checks and tests shall be carried out. REPORTS: At the end of the inspection, the decision (acceptance with or without reserves, or refusal of acceptance), shall be recorded in a report, the acceptance date being that of the last day of the inspection and by written form by the Engineer. 2.1.3. CONTRACTORS GUARANTEE
The guarantee period shall be one year from the acceptance date. The Client reserves the right to effect, during the guarantee period, any new series of tests, which he deems necessary after having warned the Contractor in good time.
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During this period, the Contractor shall be obliged to make good any new detect including to the minor works; he shall proceed with the replacement of any defective element of the installation at his expense (parts and labour). The Contractor shall have a period of 30 days unless otherwise agreed with the Client, to make good any defects upon notification thereof, once this period has passed, the Client may have these works carried out at the expense and risk of the defaulting Contractor. 2.1.4. CALCULATION BASIS
SITE LOCATION Location: Muscat
DESIGN PARAMETERS
Outside Design Conditions Inside Design Conditions Mosque: All areas Noise levels Mosque: Air Conditioned areas Plant rooms
Summer: 46 C DB, 30 C WB
24 1 C DB
NC 30-35 NC 40-45
2.1.5. 2.1.6. 2.1.6.1.
DESCRIPTION OF INSTALLATIONS GENERAL SPECIFICATION FOR AIR CONDITION AND VENTILATION Air Conditioning & Ventilating Equipments
Application Previous sections of this Specification contain information that will apply to the equipment listed under this heading. General Description This section covers all the prime air movement apparatus in relation to the types of air-conditioning and ventilation systems. The drawings depict the location and size of units and their purpose.
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2.1.6.1.1.
General
VRV / VRF SYSTEMS
System Description: Air conditioning units shall be inverter control or digital scroll type, Variable Refrigerant Volume or Variable Refrigerant Flow systems, air cooled, consisting of one outdoor unit with multiple indoor units, each having capability to cool independently to suit the requirements of the conditioned spaces. Both indoor and outdoor units shall be assembled, tested and charged with refrigerant at the factory. Refrigerant shall be R410-A or other approved, with an Ozone Depletion Potential ODP of 0. Units shall be suitable for continuously operating at 52 degrees C ambient temperature. The outdoor unit shall be mounted where shown on the drawings and shall be located with adequate clearances for service and air intakes and discharges in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Provide VRV or VRF system which causes low electromagnetic disturbance, applicable to telecommunication companies, power stations, and all kinds of precise science labs. Outdoor units shall be mounted on anti-vibration pads. Products Outdoor Unit: The outdoor unit shall be a factory assembled unit housed in a sturdy weatherproof casing constructed from mild steel panels coated with a baked enamel finish. The outdoor unit shall comprise multiple condenser modules, linked together to provide the total specified capacity. Each module shall have two compressors and be able to operate even when one compressor is out of order. The connectable range of indoor units shall be from 0.8 to 10 HP with all outdoor units. The Outdoor unit noise level shall not be more than 58 dB (A) at normal operation when measured at a horizontal distance of 1m away and 1.5m above ground). Outdoor units shall be modular in design and should be suitable for side by side installation. The refrigerant piping shall be extended up to 175 m with 70 m between the outdoor and indoor unit (When the outdoor unit is located in a higher position), with 40 m between the outdoor and indoor unit (When the outdoor unit is located in a lower position) and the level difference between the indoor units is 15 m. Compressor: The compressors shall be inverter controlled or hermetic digital scroll type operates on the principle of loading and unloading of the respective device.
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Heat Exchanger: The heat exchanger shall be constructed with copper tubes mechanically bonded to aluminium fins to form a cross fin coil. The aluminium fins shall be coated with an anticorrosion resin film. Refrigeration Circuit: The refrigerant circuit shall include an accumulator, liquid and gas shut off valves and a solenoid valves. Safety Devices: The following safety devices shall be part of the outdoor unit; high pressure switch, low pressure switch, temperature sensor (condenser outlet) & thermostat (digital discharge) Oil recovery System: Unit shall be equipped with an oil recovery system to ensure stable operation with long refrigerant piping. Indoor Unit: Each fan coil unit shall have an electronic proportional expansion valve which controls the refrigerant flow in response to the load variations in the room. The electronic proportional expansion valve is controlled via computerized PID control which constantly measures and acts upon the return air temperature, refrigerant inlet and outlet temperature. During the cooling operation the electronic expansion valve linearly controls the refrigerant superheat degree at the evaporator. The fans shall be direct driven of the dual suction multi-blade type and statically and dynamically balanced to ensure low noise and vibration free operation. Coils shall be of the direct expansion type constructed from copper tubes expanded into aluminium fins to form a mechanical bond. Auto swing of the supply air louvers for cassette & wall mounted fan coil units shall be incorporated as standard. This feature shall provide continuous swing operation or be fixed in any direction required. The fan coil unit printed circuit board shall be complete with power input fusing, address switches for a variety of operation controls, emergency operation switch and fault/operation indication LEDs. Fan motors shall be thermally protected. The fan coil unit casing (ceiling mounted units) shall be fully insulated and sealed to prevent condensation. Provide a grade aluminium condensate tray fully integrated with the evaporator cabinet to drain the evaporator coils.
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Control: Computerized PID control shall be used to maintain space set point temperatures. The system shall incorporate a microprocessor control unit which shall control the operation of the whole system and shall respond to call-up by individual controllers located within the individual spaces served by the indoor units. Room Controllers: A separate controller shall be provided within the space served by each indoor unit to control that indoor unit. That controller shall include but not be limited to the following function: - Unit On / Off - Temperature set point for that unit - Evaporator fan speed
2.1.6.1.2.
FRESH AIR HANDLING UNITS
This shall be custom built and manufactured in accordance with the AHRI standards 430 for fans and 410 for coils. Unit performance shall be EUROVENT certified. Air handling units shall be provided where shown on the drawings and shall be of a double skinned construction in a draw-through format. They shall be of the horizontal type as required each capable of the duty scheduled. Equipment design shall be such that the selected filter media, bearings, insulation, motors, etc. shall be suitable for the ambient temperature existing within and around the unit. All air handling units and major accessories shall be supplied by the same manufacturer experienced in the design and construction of similar units. All unit sections shall be constructed to prevent drumming or distortion of panels up to a pressure differential of 2500 Pa with minimal air leakage. Plant items contained within the unit sections shall be sized and selected in order to maintain specified face velocity restrictions. All lubrication points shall be easily accessible with external lubrication nipples provided to enable recharging of bearings whilst the plant is running. Units shall be factory assembled and sections shall be of modular construction for case of replacement or introduction of additional sections. Sections shall be sized to suit the limited site access conditions. Each section shall have matching cross sectional dimensions, be of the same construction type and will present a clean internal appearance to ensure even airflow through the plant items. Rolled steel channel bases shall be provided for units higher than 1300mm.
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Air handling units shall consist of the following components and shall be as set out in the schedules or indicated on the appropriate drawings.

Roughing Filter (cleanable panel type) Bag type Filter. 90% to BS.6540 Eurovent 4/5 Cooling coil Supply air fan section Suction intake box Attenuator Sections Droplet eliminators (for coil condensing water) Basic Construction
2.1.6.1.2.1.
Construction shall consist of a five: angle Penta-post heavy gauge galvanised steel framework to provide maximum strength with minimum weight. Minimum galvanized sheet metal thickness shall not be less than 1,5mm for the inner skin and 0,8mm for outer. Unit framework shall be fully welded at each mitred comer and shall incorporate welded attaching mounts to enable intermediate stiffeners to be accommodated where necessary. Plant construction shall be suitably stiffened to conform to the maximum operating pressure and to support the components and fittings forming the air handling unit. All enclosure panels shall be of double skinned insulation construction with a precoated steel outer skin to provide a tough, yet attractive surface finish. The inner skin will be manufactured from pre-galvanised steel and painted on outside. Waterproof and airtight recoverable type gaskets shall be installed at the jointed edges between panels and frames. All panels shall be flush mounted into the unit framework. Joining of section to section shall be by means of purpose made comer and intermediate clamps. Waterproof and airtight recoverable type gaskets shall be installed on each mating surface. To provide access into every section, all side panels shall be easily removable by means of quarter-turn, quick release fasteners and shall be "lift-off' for general maintenance access or "hinged" for more frequent access to items such as filters. Top and bottom panels shall be fixed to the unit framework by means of internally located removable spring clips pitched at a distance to ensure sufficient strength and rigidity. Clips shall not be visible on the exterior of the unit. Unit framework shall be of Penta-post construction painted with a high quality two coat paint system in a contrasting colour to the unit panels.
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2.1.6.1.2.2.
Insulation
Insulation shall be provided to all exposed surfaces to prevent condensation occurring on the outer surfaces of the units. All sections shall have double skinned panels having a thickness of 25mm and shall have a rigid foam insulation infill providing a thermal conductivity no greater than 0.02 W/m C and shall provide a high degree of noise attenuation, minimising noise breakout. Insertion loss through the panels shall be: Octave Band Hz 4K Insertion Loss dB -42 63 8K -26 -44 125 250 500 1K 2K
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All Penta-post framework members shall be fully insulated with formed inserts, or with injected polyurethane foam. The overall heat transmittance shall not exceed 0.5 W/m K. The AHU manufacturer shall guarantee that no condensation shall take place on the exterior of the panels. Any stacked or double height coils shall have separate, drain pans to reduce carryover; such pans shall be piped to the main drain, not into the lower pan.
2.1.6.1.2.3.
Fan Section
Fans-General Requirements Fans shall be capable of giving the specified performance when tested in accordance with BS 848. Although estimated values of the resistance to airflow of items of equipment may be indicated this does not relieve the Contractor of the responsibility for providing fans capable of delivering the required air volume through the system. The make and design of fans shall be approved by the Engineer and evidence supporting claimed noise levels and fan efficiencies shall be submitted for approval prior to placing the order. Where fans are supplied with noise attenuators full details of the attenuators shall be given. Fan housings shall be constructed from mild steel sheet with angle stiffeners utilised to prevent vibration and drumming. They shall be welded on assembly irrespective of pressure and air volume to provide a rigid air-tight housing. Section General Description Fans shall be backward or forward curved Aerofoil type, double with type, belt driven by an internally mounted
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Fans for variable air volume units shall be equipped with inlet guide vane controllers in protective casings, secured by flanged connections to the inlet of the fan. The vane assembly and control mechanisms shall be constructed from galvanised steel. The casings shall be constructed to a truly volute form and they shall have rigid cone inlets truly circular and free from indentation. Impellers shall be robustly fabricated from steel sheet, with a cast iron boss and fabricated steel back plate. The boss shall be bored and key wayed to the shaft. Impellers shall be rigidly braced to ensure concentricity and eliminate vibration. They shall be statically and dynamically balanced on their shafts after assembly. Shafts shall be cold finished, turned and polished solid steel sized so the first critical speed is at least 25% greater than the operating fan speed. Flats or keyways shall be machined on to the shaft to provide a means of securing the impeller. Keyways shall be provided for all driving pulleys. Bearing shall be self-aligned, grease lubricated ball type with extended greasing points carried to outside the casing. Average life of bearings shall be 100,000 hours. Bearings shall be located on either side of the fan wheel. Fans shall be driven by means of matched multi-V belt drives (minimum two V belts per assembly) and totally enclosed fan ventilation motors capable of operating at the appropriate electrical supply voltage. The maximum outlet fan velocity shall be 10 m/s. All drive components shall be provided with safety guards conforming to British Standards and be complete with tachometer reading points. The drive motor shall be mounted along the fan inside the fan section on a common heavy gauge galvanised steel base frame. The base frame shall be isolated from the main unit structure by means of encased spring anti-vibration mounts under the base frame assembly and by a neoprene NCA.6 flexible connection fixed to the fan outlet and unit structure. Motors shall conform to relevant British Standard BS.5000 and BS.4999 and have a synchronous maximum speed of 1500 rev/min and be suitable for 415 volts. 3 Phase 50 Hz electrical supplies. 2.1.6.1.2.4. General All air cooling coil casings shall be of sheet steel not less than 1.2mm thick with angle framing at each end drilled ready to receive the counter flanges on the connecting ductwork and shall be galvanised after manufacture. Cooler batteries shall be constructed of copper tubes with aluminium fins, unless otherwise stated in the Particular Specification. The secondary extended cooling surfaces shall be bonded to the primary cooling tubes. Headers for copper tube batteries shall be of copper or bronze. The bottom of a casing shall be made in the form of a watertight drip tray complete with drain connection. The drain shall be fitted with a water seal Cooling coils
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to prevent the ingress and discharge of air to and from the system; the drain pipe shall be run to the nearest sump or gully. A separate drain trough shall be provided for at least each 1.2 m height of coil. Water shall not be carried over from a cooler into the air stream; an eliminator section shall be fitted where necessary to prevent carry-over. The resistance to air flow shall not exceed 125 Pa and the face velocity shall not exceed 2.5 m/s before leaving the maker's works coolers shall be tested to 1 1/2 times the working pressure or to 7 bar whichever is the greater. Eliminator Plates shall be fitted if the face velocity exceeds 2.25 m/s. Cooling Coils shall be supported so that their weight is not transmitted to ductwork and so that they can be removed without disturbing adjacent ductwork. Inspection doors shall be provided on both the upstream and downstream sides of the cooler. On any system where the air static pressure at the cooler exceeds 750 Pa airtight cover boxes shall be provided over (tic headers and bends; provisions shall be made for draining the cover boxes. Coils with fins which have been badly damaged during transport or erection or which have become fouled or coated with builders materials will not be accepted. Chilled water coils Cooling coils shall be manufactured from 16mm O.D) solid drawn seamless copper tubes, staggered in the direction of air flow. Tubes shall be hydraulically expanded under high pressure to permanently bond the tubes to the fins. Fins shall be "activated air" pattern manufactured from aluminium. Support plates shall be fitted as required to provide adequate support and rigidity to the fin tubes. Headers shall be a heavy gauge seamless copper tube with die formed lipped holes to receive the tube end -which shall be brazed. Tube sheets and top and bottom plates shall be of heavy gauge mild steel with mild steel angle flanges galvanised. All tube sheets shall have die corned lipped holes to receive them. Coil headers shall be fitted with plugged vent tapings to facilitate draining and venting. Coil sections shall be arranged to provide removal of coi1s from the access side of the section. Coils will be vertically and horizontally split where necessary and piped across internally to enable same side connection to the supply / return pipe work. Connections will be screwed BSPT. Coils shall be air pressure tested to 20.6 bar by immersing the coil in a tank of water after completion. Insulated drain pans shall be incorporated inside all cooling coil sections and shall extend underneath the headers and beyond the fin block to ensure adequate
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collection of condensate. On stacked coi1s intermediate drain pans shall be fitted to provide drainage for the condensate formed on the elevated coil bank. Drain pans shall be manufactured from galvanised steel and given 2 two-coat pitch epoxy finish as International Paint Ltd. 2-pack epoxy Black P.T. No. JJA24/25 or equal. The drain pans shall be fitted with a drain connection to remove the collected condensate from the unit section. No part of the coil tube ends or headers shall be external to the section. Air baffles shall be arranged so as to prevent air by-pass of the coil. All cold pipe connections protruding-through the unit casing shall be sealed with purpose made high pressure grommets. Coils shall be arranged in a contra-flow pattern, with the flow of chilled water entering at the leaving air end and leaving at the entering air end. The flow and return connections and headers shall be so arranged to ensure an equal flow of water through all the tubes. Provision shall be made for expansion of the tubes, for effective venting of the cooler battery and connections and for draining of the cooler battery headers and tubes. Connections up to and including 65mm bore shall be screwed or flanged; connections 80mm diameter and above shall be flanged. Isolating valves shall be provided on inlet and outlet connections, arranged so as to facilitate removal of the cooler. Refrigerant Direct Expansion Air Cooling Coils Coils shall be provided with refrigerant distributors, and connections to the tubes shall be designed to ensure an equal flow of refrigerant to each tube. Return (or suction) connections shall be arranged so as to ensure complete drainage of any oil n the cooler. Coolers shall be dehydrated and sealed after manufacture, The thermostatic expansion valve which shall incorporate an external equaliser line shall maintain the design degree of superheat at the evaporator outlet; the remote sensing bulb shall be securely fixed to the evaporator outlet piping n a position where i.e. degree of superheat can be correctly sensed. All refrigerant spaces shall be tested at the maker's works to 1400 kPa for use with refrigerant 12 and to 2 100 kPa for use with refrigerant 22. 2.1.6.1.2.5. Mixing boxes
Dampers shall be fitted in the required locations to provide the facility of bringing in a mixture of fresh air, re-circulated air and exhausting the required quantity of air to the atmosphere. Dampers shall have parallel operating blades with the fresh and re-circulated airstreams directed towards each other to effect complete mixing. Side seals shall be-provided to prevent air leakage. Damper blades shall be formed shape designed to interlock.
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Control rods shall be extended beyond the unit casing to allow the fitting of hand quadrants. Hand quadrants shall be provided on each set of dampers. 2.1.6.1.2.6. Shut-off dampers
Dampers shall be fitted and shall have opposed blade action. Side seals shall be provided to prevent air leakage. Dampers shall be formed shape designed to interlock. 2.1.6.1.2.7. General Filters shall operate to at least the efficiencies specified in this Section. They shall be complete with holding frames sufficiently robust to ensure that no distortion occurs in operation. All filters shall be installed with edge seals which shall prevent air bypassing the filters. The seals shall, remain effective even though the cells are periodically removed and refitted. Filters shall be arranged so that there is easy access for cleaning and/or removal. A differential pressure gauge of the dial or inclined manometer type shall be provided for each filter bank and shall be fixed in such a position outside the duct system that it is accessible and easily read. The gauge shall be marked to show maximum pressure differential indicating a filter change requirement. Air velocity through Filters shall be such that the clean resistance (or operating resistance of automatic Filters) as indicated is not exceeded and that filter fabric or oil is not carried over into the system. Filter assemblies shall be of a standard type and dimensions and shall be such that replacement filters medium is readily available from a number of manufacturers. Fire Precautions Where a flameproof Filter medium is specified the material shall comply with the following requirements when tested in accordance with the relevant standard. Air filters
(1) Duration of flaming No test specimen shall continue to flame for more than 8 seconds after the igniting flame has been removed. (2) Extent of after-glow After-glow shall not spread beyond the area of material damaged by flaming. (3) Length of material which chars or melts The average length of material which chars or melts on the six specimens shall not exceed 85mm and the maximum length of the charred or melted material in any one specimen shall not exceed 115mm.
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Where washable type flameproof Filters are offered or specified the Filter medium shall comply with the requirements of clause (2.2.1.1.4.7.2) above both before and after the washing treatment prescribed in BS 3 120 Appendix A. Where the filter medium is required to be flameproof the casing shall be not less than 1.6mm thick for at least 1.8 m upstream and 1.8 m downstream of the filter, the immediate frames or cases of the Filter elements shall be of material complying with BS 746 Part 1, Clause 7, Class 1. A three stage air filtration system shall be employed unless otherwise shown on the drawings and schedules: (a) Sand Trap Louvers (for AHUs Air Intake) The sand trap louvers shall be provided to all fresh air intakes section and shall consist of an outer frame, separator vanes and a discharge blade ensuring sand disposal outside. Each unit shall have an insect screen attached to the rear. The louvers shall be constructed from extruded aluminium alloy sections and the frames shall be 100mm deep. In next pages see sand trap louvers. (b) Roughing or Dry Replacement media type filter Second stage low velocity roughing filters shall comprise side withdrawal washable 50mm. thick filter panels mounted either vertically or in Y bank formation within a stout frame. The filter shall be of the flat panel type contained in a galvanized steel front or side withdrawal frame. Each cell shall comprise a pad of glass fibre or synthetic fibre filter media, 50mm thick, retained within a rigid frame of durable cardboard. The filter shall have an efficiency of not less than 92% based on the tests specified in BS 2831 with test Dust No. 2, a maximum face velocity of 2m/s and an initial pressure drop not exceeding 70 Pa. Sufficient spares cells shall be provided to replace the entire filter bank.
(c) Bag Filter Final stage high efficiency bag filters shall be provided. The filter shall comprise one or more. 600x600 filter bag module. Each module shall comprise a minimum of four separate bas banded or clipped a galvanised steel header. The bags shall have a minimum length of 600 mm and shall be of the fine medium to give an efficiency of not less than 99.6% based on the tests specified in BS 2831 with test dust No. 2. The medium shall be of multilayer type with high mechanical strength. The maximum shall initial resistance shall be 100 Pa. One complete set of spare bags shall be supplied. Each filter shall consist of rigid rust, resistant metal header to which individual filter media pockets are attached and supported by a scrim backing. Media to
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header attachments must provide a seal tight condition between adjacent pockets and life secure attachment. The filter header shall not deflect during operation up to the recommended final resistance more than 4mm as measured at any point on the header compared to any other point on the header. Each filter shall have multiple pockets consisting of filter media and supporting scrim. All exposed edges and seams shall be sealed. Individual pockets shall be formed into tubes in such a way that they inflate freely during operation. The use of staples or plastic fasteners is not acceptable for this purpose. Inclined Manometers shall be fitted on all filter banks. Filter efficiency shall be 90% when tested to BS.6540 Part 2. Each filter cell shall be sealed against leakage by moulded polyvinyl chloride gaskets, installed in filter mounting tracks of extruded aluminium and by polyurethane gaskets between adjacent Filters. The track gaskets shall be installed so that the seal is affected on the air entering face of the filter. The ends of the filter mounting tracks shall be sealed by gasketted metal inserts held in place by spring clips. The ceiling panels will be furnished with handles for case of removal.
2.1.6.1.3.
Sound Attenuators
The maximum ambient sound levels in the various areas as specified in the Basis of Design section shall not be exceeded. The Contractor shall ensure that any increase in noise production by a change in plant specification for v is matched by an equal change in attenuator performance serving that plant, thus providing no change in ambient noise level specified, inside or outside the building. Each attenuator shall be installed so that background noise is not bypassed to untreated ductwork. Elsewhere, where required to achieve the designed sound level the contractor shall use 25mm thick, 48 Kg/m density acoustic duct lining and be fixed to the inside of ducts in agree with manufactures technique. The duct sizes shown on the design drawing area clear inside dimension. The acoustic duct lining shall not be considered as replacing the thermal insulation. The acoustic material will be of an inorganic, incombustible non-hygroscopic mineral fibre and shall be retained by means of galvanised expanded metal. Attenuators shall have side liners and fairings as standard. The attenuators shall be tested in accordance with BS4718 Test Method Silencing for Air Distribution. The insertion loss and generated noise level for each octave band and the pressure loss of the silencer shall be supplied.
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All materials used shall comply with the relevant parts of BS.476. Attenuator casings shall have gauges and seams in accordance with DW142 Class A and B ductwork. Casings shall be constructed from high quality galvanised sheet steel with end flanges of 40mm dia. slide-on type.
2.1.6.1.4.
Centrifugal fans
Unless otherwise indicated centrifugal fans larger than 7.5 kW output shall be of the backward curved blade type having fan total efficiencies of not less than 78%). Below 7.5 kW fans may be either forward curved or backward curved type. Fan casings shall be constructed of mild steel plates with angle stiffeners and base angles to ensure freedom from drumming and shall be suitable for operation at the maximum static pressure of the system. Fan casings shall be constructed so that impellers can be easily withdrawn after installation. Outlets shall be flanged and inlets shall be flanged or spigotted as indicated except that for suction pressures greater than 1000 Pa inlets shall be flanged. A drain and plug shall be fitted to the fan casing at its lowest point. For all kitchen extract ventilation fans an access door, for inspection and cleaning shall be fitted to the scroll casing in an accessible position; it shall be the full width of the impeller. Impellers shall be of mild steel (or aluminium where indicated) of riveted or welded construction, with spiders or hubs of robust design, and shall be capable of running continuously at ten per cent in excess of normal speed. Impellers shall be keyed to a substantial mild steel shaft and the impeller with shaft shall be statically and dynamically balanced and tested for over speed before leaving the maker's works. Shaft bearings of belt driven single inlet fans shall be truly aligned and rigidly mounted on a pedestal common to both bearings. Double inlet, double width fans shall have a pedestal mounted bearing at each side of the fan. Fan bearings shall be ring oiled sleeve bearings, or ball or roller type. Where silence is important the bearing pedestal shall not be attached to the fan casing, and ring oiled sleeve bearings shall be applied. Unless otherwise indicated centrifugal fans shall be driven by electric motors through V-belt drives. The maximum fan outlet velocity shall be 10 m/s.
2.1.6.1.5.
Axial flow fans
Axial flow fans shall be either the single stage type or the multi-stage contra-rotating type with each impeller-mounted oil an Independent motor', and having an efficiency of not less than 60%. Casings shall be rigidly constructed of mild steel stiffened and braced to obviate drumming and vibration. Cast iron or fabricated steel feet shall be provided where necessary for bolting to the base of supports. Inlet and outlet ducts shall terminate n flanged rings for easy removal. The length of the duct casing shall be greater than the length of the fan(s) and motor(s) in order that the complete section may be removed without disturbing adjacent ductwork. Electrical
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connections to the motor(s) shall be through an external terminal box secured to the casing. Impellers shall he of steel on aluminium; the blades shall be secured to the hub or the blades and the hub shall be formed in one piece. The hub shall be keyed to a substantial mild steel shaft and the whole statically balanced. Blades shall be of aerofoil section. Shafts shall be carried in two bearings which may be ball, roller or sleeve type. Lubricators shall be extended to the outside of the casing. Where axial flow fans are driven by a motor external to the fan casing the requirements for pulleys and V-belt drives and guards as specified elsewhere shall be met. Unless otherwise indicated a guard is not required for any part of a drive which is inside the fan casing. An access door of adequate size shall be provided. Where axial flow fans of the bifurcated type are indicated the motors shall be out of the air stream. Motors may be placed between the two halves of the casing in the external air or may be placed within the fan casing provided that effective ventilation is given to the motor. Where hot gases or vapours are being handled the motor and the bearings shall be suitable for operation at the temperature they may experience. Fans which do not connect to a suction duct shall be supplied with a bell mouth inlet.
2.1.6.1.6.
Propeller Fans
Impellers shall be of steel or aluminium; the blades shall be fastened to the hub or the blades and hub shall be formed in one piece. The bearings may be ball, roller, or sleeve type. Propeller fans may be ring mounted or diaphragm mounted in a casing, as indicated. Where they are mounted in a casing the casing shall be longer than the length of the fan and motor. The casing shall be of steel, shall have flanged ends and shall incorporate an inspection door. A terminal box shall be mounted externally on the casing. The tip speed of fans shall not exceed 20 m/s. Propeller fans shall not be installed to work against a resistance of more than 50 Pa.
2.1.6.1.7.
Protectively Coated Fans and Special Enclosures
Protectively coated fans shall meet the appropriate requirements of the preceding clauses relating to fans generally and to particular types of fans; the form of protection shall be as indicated. Where a protective coating is required for use with corrosive gases the coating shall cover all parts of the complete fan, motor and casing assembly which will be in contact with the corrosive gases. No fan shall be installed if the protective coating has been damaged in any way. Flame-proof enclosures shall comply with the requirements of BS 229 for the appropriate gas group.
2.1.6.1.8.
Mechanical Roof Extract Units
The fans used in roof extract units shall meet the appropriate requirements of the preceding clauses relating to fans generally and to particular types of fans. Cowls and bases shall be of aluminium construction unless otherwise stated in the Particular Specification. Cases shall be formed so as to ensure a weatherproof fitting to the building structure.
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Adequate access to motor terminals and lubricating points shall be provided by means of hinged cowls or otherwise as appropriate. Backdraught dampers and/or fire release dampers shall be provided where indicated.
2.1.6.1.9.
In-Line Centrifugal and Mixed Flow Fans
In-Line centrifugal and mixed flow fans may be incorporated subject to the approval of' the Engineer provided that full details of ratings, noise level, dimensions and construction are given in the tender. Fans of these types above 7.5 kW output will not normally be accepted.
2.1.6.1.10.
Twin Fan Units for Toilet Extraction
Duplicate fan assemblies shall comply with the appropriate sections of this Specification for the fans themselves and shall incorporate an automatic or manual changeover facility as indicated. The motors shall be 415 V 3P 50 Hz with sealed for life bearings. Maxim. Speed 1450 rpm. The unit shall incorporate automatic changeover, visible wanting of failure of the duty fan.
2.1.6.1.11.
Fire Dampers
Spring-loaded fire dampers shall comprise a casing of rolled section from 1.2mm thick galvanised steel prime quality to BS 2989 1975 Z2 and of 115mm wide and formed to provide two continuous internal flanges projecting into the opening. The casing shall house a series of spring-loaded stainless steel blades of 22 swg rolled to form a continuous interlocking hinge along the whole length of its adjoining blade. The blades shall be held out of the air stream by a fusible link set to fuse at 72C. The dampers shall be held in position by mounting frame of the building-in type or of the peripheral sleeve type to maintain the fire rating integrity. Both types of frame are to be purpose made from galvanised steel and of approved design. The dampers and frames are to have an approved Fire rating equal to the fire integrity of the wall or door, which they are maintaining.
2.1.6.1.12.
Grilles & Diffusers
Grilles and diffusers shall be provided where shown on the drawings and shall be suitable for their purpose. They shall be manufactured from extruded aluminium or other material to the Architect's approval and be suitable for their associated face velocities and of rigid construction to prevent 'fluttering' of blades and turbulent noise. All supply and extract grilles on distribution ductwork systems shall be complete with opposed blade volume control dampers. All transfer grilles through doors or walls shall be of the vision-proof type and where fitted through a fire compartment barrier shall be of the two-faced type with one hinged, giving access to an intumescent honeycombs type fire damper. Hoehler & Partner LLC
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All ceiling mounted grilles and diffusers shall be of a size compatible with the ceiling grid and shall be arranged and coordinated with the grid and luminaries. Similarly, sidewall grilles and diffusers shall be curved where necessary to follow the structural shape exactly. Plenum boxes above linear ceiling mounted diffusers shall be complete with circular connections containing volume control dampers which shall be connected to the distribution ductwork using circular flexible ductwork. In certain cases linear diffusers are shown to perform both a supply and extract/return air function within the same length. The Contractor shall include for blanking plates between the supply and the return sections as necessary to avoid interference between air streams. All grilles and diffusers shall be provided with foam plastic gaskets to prevent streaking, of walls and ceilings. All grilles and diffusers fitted in false ceilings shall be adequately supported off the structural soffit and shall be arranged to impose no on the false ceiling system. A total of two operating keys shall be provided for each to type of grille diffuser. Grilles and diffusers shall be in accordance with the appropriate schedules.
2.1.6.1.13.
Acoustic Louvers
Acoustic louvers shall be capable of the transmission loss as shown below for the size as shown in the schedule and shall be positioned as shown on the tender layout drawings, or where necessary. The louver shall consist of an aluminium alloy outer casing, section and jamb with mineral wool sound absorbent material. The mineral wool shall be protected by a glass fibre tissue facing and both shall be inert, non-hygroscopic, non-combustible, vermin-proof and packed to a density of not less than 70 Kg/M3 Octave band centre Frequency, Hz 1K 2K Transmission Loss, Hz 14
125 4K
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Each louver shall be complete with insect screen.
2.1.6.1.14.
External Weather Louvers
External weather louvers shall be capable of the air volumes and pressure drops as shown in the schedule and positioned as indicated on the tender drawings. The louvers shall be manufactured from extruded aluminium alloy sections and shall have good weatherproof characteristics. The blade pitch shall be 60 mm and the frame 100 mm deep. Finish shall be powder organic coating to BS 6496. Colour to
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Engineer's approved from BS 4800 range. Each louver shall be complete with insect screen.
2.1.6.1.15.
Sand Trap Louvers
Sand trap louvers shall be constructed from steel sheet not less than 1.2mm thick mounted on angle iron supports and carried in a louver box of sheet steel of the same thickness. The louvers shall be of the labyrinth type designed to achieve velocity changes of the air passing through it inducing the sand to drop out. The louver shall be finished at works with two coats of red oxide paint for final painting after erection.
2.1.6.1.16.
Ducting and Supports
Ducting shall be provided and fixed in accordance with relevant Section of this specification. Final connections to diffusers may be in flexible ducting in order to centralise the fitting within the ceiling tile. Such ducting shall comply with Section BS2. 10.
2.1.6.1.17.
Insulation
The requirements for insulation are as specified in relevant Section.
2.1.6.1.18.
Noise & Vibration
The requirements for noise and vibration control shall be as specified irrelevant Section.
2.1.6.1.19.
Split air conditioners
Each unit shall comprise the following components, each of which shall comply with the appropriate sections of this Specification, except as otherwise indicated: 2.1.6.1.19.1. Casing This shall consist of a heavy gauge steel chassis with sheet metal casing, minimum thickness 1.2mm and the whole shall be protected against corrosion and finished inside and outside with stoved primer. Casings shall include removable panels to provide ready access to all component parts. Casings shall be lined with material to act as both thermal and acoustic insulation. Fan and motor assembles shall be complete with anti-vibration mountings. Noise data shall be provided and shall be based on tests in accordance with the HVCA Test Code, or similar tests, full details of the testing technique and procedure shall be given. The data shall include an octave band analysis of the sound power level of the unit.
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2.1.6.1.19.2. Fans Evaporator fans shall be of the belt driven forward curved centrifugal type and be of aluminium or galvanised steel construction. Split pulleys shall be provided to allow the fan speed to be adjusted. Condenser fans shall be of the direct driven propeller type, with weatherproof motors. 2.1.6.1.19.3. Air Filters Air filters shall be 50mm thick synthetic fibre or glass fibre material and shall have a minimum efficiency of 92% when tested in accordance with BS 2831 using test Dust No. 2. 2.1.6.1.19.4. Motors Motors shall be quiet running and shall have sleeve bearings factory lubricated for life. Motor windings and electrical components shall be impregnated or protected to avoid trouble from condensation.
2.1.6.1.19.5. Compressors Compressors shall be hermetic or semi-hermetic type complete with resilient mountings. Unless otherwise indicated condenser/evaporator coils shall be formed of copper primary surface tubes with aluminium secondary surfaces. Drain trays and condensate disposal shall be as described in the relevant sections of this Specification. 2.1.6.2. Condensate Drain System General
2.1.6.2.1.
Condensate drain systems shall be installed to receive the condensate discharge from the fan coil units and air handling units and to convey condensate ultimately into a waste water or surface water system.
2.1.6.2.2.
Pipe work
All pipe work and fittings and the installation shall conform to the relevant clauses in PIPE WORK. Condensate drains shall be in uPVC and insulated as per standard. Exposed condensate drain pipes, insulated and finished with Aluminium ducting.
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2.1.6.2.3.
Connections
All necessary connections required for connections to drain pans and the like shall be provided. The minimum connector bore shall be 20 mm and otherwise never less than the connection left by the manufacturer of the item of equipment concerned.
2.1.6.2.4.
Access Points
Condensate drains shall be provided with access points and cleaning eyes at the end of each branch and change or direction to enable the pipe work to be rodded.
2.1.6.2.5.
Traps
Running traps shall be installed in the condensate drainage. Traps shall be in copper and shall be of tubular two-piece construction with a minimum water seal of 75 mm, and always of sufficient seal for the static pressures generated by the equipment to which it is connected. Traps shall generally be provided at the point where condensate drains joint waste water pipes and shall be so arranged that the flow of waste water shall tend to charge the condensate trap to prevent loss of seal in low humidity conditions.
2.1.6.2.6.
Gradients
Condensate drains shall run at a minimum uniform gradient of 2% and in agree with general falls established.
2.1.6.2.7.
Insulation
Condensate drains shall be insulated in accordance with relevant clauses of the section of this Specification entitled INSULATION. 2.1.6.3. Technical Data (See drawings) 18.1.8 Schedule of Manufacturers MEP Works The Contractor may include in his tender for alternative manufacturers provided that the equipment is equal to the requirements of the Specification, but all manufacturers must have authorised representation in the Sultanate of Oman, supported by maintenance engineers and an adequate stock of spares and have previously undertaken substantial projects in the Sultanate of Oman. All similar equipment shall be of one manufacturer as far as possible and standardisation of components shall be utilised to reduce the quantity of spares required. The Contractor shall ensure that the equipment offered is suitable for the intended purpose, can be installed in the spaces provided, with due regard to ease of maintenance and replacement, and that delivery is available to suit the building programme.
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Approval of submittals by the Engineer does not relieve the Contractor of his responsibility to provide equipment suitable in dimension, construction, function and finish for the purpose intended. The following table gives acceptable manufacturers for the Contractor's benefit and in general alternative 1 was used in the design documents. In selecting alternative manufacturers the Contractor must ensure that adequate space is available for his intended equipment to the satisfaction of the manufacturer's recommendations.
DESCRIPTION Air Handing unit Ducted Split Unit Wall Split Unit Heat Exchanger VRV / VRF Extract Fans Air Curtain
ALT 1 TRANE TRANE GENERAL THERMEX DAIKIN SYSTEMAIR NATIONAL
ALT 2 CARRIER CARRIER PANASONIC BOWMAN MITSUBISHI EXPELAIR SANGETSU AIR MASTER GULF ACOUSTICS RUSKIN FLAMMCO JHONSON CRANE IMI HEPWORTH KINETICS CAPE EST MANSON AEROFLEX DURODYNE SCHAKO HOTCHKISS KAWASAKY
ALT 3 YORK YORK THOSHIBA UK EXCHANGERS CARRIER GREENCHECK JS SCHAKO TROX SAFID PIPE SUPPORTS BRANNAN & SONS SUMITOMO WEDNESBERRY DURAPIPE UNISON KIMMCO JOGN MANVILLE RUBATEX EZY RUSKIN CCL KOBE
Air Outlets, Grilles, TROX Diffusers Silencers Fire Dampers Duct and Pipe supports Gauges Air vent Cooper pipes and fittings UPVC pipes and fittings Vibration isolators Insulation Sound liner Rubber Insulation Duct accessories Volume control dampers Circular flexible ductwork GI Ducting WOODS LTD TROX MUPRO TAYLOR AMSTRONG YORKSHIRE OMANPLAST MASONO KOOLTHERM KIMMCO AMSTRONG DUCT MATE TROX THERMAFLEX NIPPON
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DESCRIPTION Test Points
ALT 1 BINDER
ALT 2 HATTERSLEY
ALT 3 ECONOSTO
2.1.7.
FIRE-BARRIER FLAPS
They shall comprise:
A sealed flap formed by an asbestos core (or core of another suitable insulating material) with metal jacket. A galvanised sheet metal barrel. Manual trigger lever. Visible position indicator. Manual reset device, possibly with a trap. An end-of-run and start-of run - contact (signal relay). A trigger system by heat-sensitive fuse (rated at 80C).
No noise or vibrations incompatible with the noise levels set shall be generated (air speed 10 m/s or less). Their installation shall be such that the duct maintains the continuous fire-barrier or name-barrier formed by the wall; they shall have their own supports, giving them the necessary fire resistance. The method by which they are connected with the ducts shall be by insertion or flanges with sealing mastic. They shall be suitable for the ventilation circuit pressures on which they are to be installed (low or high pressure). 2.1.8. 2.1.8.1. DIFFUSION - AIR RECIRCULATION AND EXTRACTION Generally
The installation engineer shall submit the diffusers and outlets chosen to the Consultant Engineer for approval.
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The selection and installation of the means of diffusion shall be carried out in collaboration with the supplier and the diffusers, grilles and nozzles etc to be high quality type. 2.1.8.2. Diffusers and blower gratings:
Taking account of the intended use of the premises, the residual speed in the occupied areas shall be between 0.12 and 0.20 m/s. The method of diffusion shall ensure a uniform temperature in the occupied area. The controls in the case of ducts with high static pressure shall be at a sufficient distance such that they do not disrupt the noise level of diffusers or gratings. They shall be selected on the basis of the following factors: Air movement rates Temperature differences between the ambient air and blown air Installation height Minimum-maximum range Noise levels Ceiling-mounted diffusers The minimum radius shall be an area inside of which there shall not be any obstacle (beam, projecting light etc.). Where an obstacle of this kind cannot be avoided, seal sectors shall be used. Diffusers connected directly to the air distribution duct shall comprise equalising gratings so as to control the flow. They shall be fitted with easily accessible controls, not requiring any dismantling, and which can be manoeuvred with simple tools (screwdriver etc.) They shall be attached to the duct with concealed screws. Fabrication: They shall be made of aluminium or steel sheet painted in a colour selected by the decorator (unless otherwise specified). Air movement rates over 15 m/h, temperature differences of 10 to 16C: they shall have at least 5 concentric cones or special airfoil blades (high diffusion SCHAKO type). Air movement rates below 15 m/h, temperature differences of less than 10 C same consideration
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Blower grids or gratings They shall be made of extruded aluminium protected by anodic oxidation, of the double deflection type. They shall be fitted on a vertical wall, with counter-frame and attached with screws or clips. A foam seal shall be provided behind the frame. Each grating shall comprise (unless otherwise specified) an adjustment damper with slats in opposite arrangement. 2.1.8.3. Intake Gratings
They shall be made of extruded aluminium with anodic oxidation protection. They shall have a row of mobile fins, vertical or horizontal. Every grating, except in special cases, shall have an adjustment damper. 2.1.8.4. Sanitary Facility Extraction Apertures
They shall be of the type with a big loss of charge for "controlled mechanical ventilation". They shall have an adjustment device: Triggered automatically when the facility is used (bathrooms, showers, WCs, refuse rooms) By cord (kitchens, drying rooms, bathrooms used as drying rooms). These extraction choices shall have a seat and a cone mounted eccentrically, made of furnace-enamelled steel (colour: white). They shall be attached to a frame via a spring-actuated device. In the case of bathrooms, the frame shall be electrically" isolated. Transfer gratings: They shall be made of aluminium, with anodic oxidation protection. They shall comprise fixed horizontal fins forming a screen, with a counter-frame for adjustment, 25 to 50 mm thick (for doors); they shall be fixed by visible screws.
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SECTION N 3 PLUMBING
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3.1. PREAMBLE
3.1.1. PRELIMINARY WORKS
Analysis of the water. Supply of samples and models of equipment and taps and fittings. Shop drawings for water supply and sleeves. Shop drawings for drainage. Erection details for sanitary ware. 3.1.2. COMPOSITION OF WORK (SUMMARY LISTING)
The contractor shall supply and install the sleeves through walls and floors, and all ducting and plugging work, Plumbing equipment, including: Cold water supply for Kitchen and sanitary facilities in all zones Hot water supply for the same areas Waste water, Effluent from all equipment described in this works section (supplied or not supplied). Supply installation and connections of supplies and drainage from all the equipment supplied in this works section. Installation and connection of supplies and drainage of all equipment even if supplied by the Client, such as basins, sinks, etc. Supply and installation of various accessories. 3.1.3. WORK INCLUDED IN OTHER WORKS SECTIONS
Electricity works section Standby power supply, hot water tanks and water heaters for instant hot water
3.2. WATER SUPPLY (HOT & COLD)

3.2.1. STARTING POINT FOR COLD WATER INSTALLATIONS
The supply shall include all the water supply works from the PAW main including the bulk meter, with in particular, isolation valves and drawing valves, pipe brackets, etc., as well as a pressure reducer on the domestic water supply and disconnection valves on the connections.
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For using the pressure reducer, the pressure supplied to the Client's sanitary equipment shall be between 1.5 and 1.8 bar.
3.2.2.
COLD WATER SUPPLY
The water pipes shall be of a diameter able to provide the necessary flow calculated with losses of load compatible with the pressure supplied by the distributor. Collectors will be in Copper piping, in accordance with the standards in force, Connections to the sanitary equipment shall be in hard-drawn copper pipe. (Insulated copper pipes for hot water pipes) The supports shall be in galvanised, or cadmium plated steel, Drawings are showing all the water points and the type of fluid with which they are supplied is attached. Type of valves: Valves shall be generally has specified. Domestic water valves for final connection to fittings, etc. shall be bronze body stainless steel ball valves with adequate union connections as supplied by the pipe manufacturer. Type of piping Connection from the main line with water meter located in the two supply points with adequate pipe HP uPVC, Class E. 3.2.3. INSULATION ON COLD WATER SYSTEMS
Generally the networks and collection systems for cold water treated or not, shall not be insulated, unless: When feeding through the cleaning room Running on the roof terrace / service ducts / exposed to outside areas To be carried out with mechanical protection for all the insulation materials. 3.2.4. PUMPS
1. General: Provide pumps manufactured and tested in accordance with appropriate British Standard, in particular BS EN 809, BS EN 60335-2-41 and BS EN 60335-2-51 where applicable.
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Specified resistances Values of resistance to fluid flow of items, equipment, pipe work and/or the total distribution system are indicated for tender purposes only. The total system resistance shall be verified by the Contractor, to ensure that pumps provided are capable of delivering the required fluid volume when operating against the actual total system resistance caused by changes to fittings, pipe work layouts or pipe work sizes. Where appropriate, condenser cooling water pumps shall include for static lift at cooling towers and net positive suction head available. Select pump at or near most efficient part of performance curve for duty required. Fit safety guards around revolving parts on close coupled and belt drive pumps.
2. Centrifugal Pump Close coupled: Configuration Pump casing and motor mounted on a bedplate in line (close coupled).
Casing Provide casing with drain connection fitted with plug. Provide threaded connections in accordance with BS 21 for drains, vents, water jackets, cooling lines, etc. Provide pump with split casing to allow access to the impeller for service and maintenance.
Impeller Ensure impellers are accurately machined and finished smooth, free from blowholes and other defects and designed to be in dynamic balance at all speeds. Provide open or semi-open type impellers for removal of sludge or other foreign material to prevent clogging. Fix impellers to shafts to ensure that they remain firm if direction of rotation is reversed. Indicate direction of rotation on pump casing.
Shaft
Ensure shaft is of adequate diameter to withstand all imposed loading and has a critical speed when assembled with its impeller at least 10% above normal operating speed.
Material Casing - Cast iron to BS EN 1561. Impeller - Manufacturer's standard.
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Shaft - Manufacturer's standard. Seal Housing - Cast iron to BS EN 1561.
Bearings - Sleeve. Glands and seals - Mechanical 3. Centrifugal Pump Direct drive in-line: Configuration Direct driven unit with pump body incorporating inlet and outlet connections in line, to allow pump to be mounted in pipe work.
Casing Provide casing with drain connection fitted with plug. Provide threaded connections in accordance with BS 21 for drains, vents, water jackets, cooling lines, etc. Provide pump with split casing to allow access to the impeller for service and maintenance.
Impeller Ensure impellers are accurately machined and finished smooth, free from blowholes and other defects and designed to be in dynamic balance at all speeds. Provide open or semi-open type impellers for removal of sludge or other foreign material to prevent clogging. Fix impellers to shafts to ensure that they remain firm if direction of rotation is reversed. Indicate direction of rotation on pump casing.
Shaft Ensure shaft is of adequate diameter to withstand all imposed loading and has a critical speed when assembled with its impeller at least 10% above normal operating speed.
Material Casing - Cast iron to BS EN 1561. Impeller - Manufacturer's standard. Shaft - Stainless steel to BS 970 Part 1 and BS EN 10088. Seal Housing - Cast iron to BS EN 1561.
Bearings Sealed-for-life or pre-packed type requiring no maintenance (in-line pumps). Glands and seals - Mechanical.
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Steel matching flanges: Provide flanged pumps with matching flanges to BS 4504 PN
Cast Iron matching flanges: Provide flanged pumps with matching flanges to BS EN 1092-2 PN
Pump duty increase capability: Pumps and motors shall be selected so that it is possible to increase the flow rate by 10% and pressure by 21%, if required
Pump Speed: Other than multistage pumps and pumps that have a volumetric duty of less than 4.2 kg/s, pump impellor speeds shall be less than 1500rpm. Where speeds do exceed 1500 rpm the pump shall utilize special quiet running B15 bearings.
Twin headed Pumps: Where twin headed pumps are specified a spare blanking plate and two spare gasket sets shall be provided per pump set.
Pump Seal failure: Close coupled pumps shall be arranged such that the failure of a pump seal shall not result in damage to the drive motor.
Pump connections: Pump connections shall be screwed to BS 21 for sizes up to 50mm and flanged to BS 4504 to suit the system maximum pressure on sizes 65mm and above.
Installation: Before beginning installation in any area, examine all parts of the adjoining work into which applicable work is to be placed. Should any conditions be found which will prevent the proper execution of the work, installation shall not proceed in that area until such conditions are corrected by the contractor. Comply with manufacturer's recommendations for installation of pumps. For in-line Pumps ensure that motor is positioned in accordance with manufacturer's requirements. Support pumps independently from connecting pipe work to ensure no load is transmitted from pipe work to pump casing on pump suction and discharge.
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Align pump to prevent undue restraint and thrust on interconnecting pipe work. Align drives to prevent undue wear and restraint on pump shaft. For belt drives, align pulleys and tension belts to prevent undue wear and out of balance forces. Locate pump within the system with adequate space around it for service and maintenance. CISTERN AND TANKS
3.2.5.
Standards The cisterns and tanks shall conform to the following British Standard Specifications: BS 417-2: 1987 Galvanised low carbon steel cisterns, cistern lids, tanks and cylinders BS EN ISO 1461: 1999 Hot dip galvanised coatings on iron and steel articles. BS 1564: 1975 Pressed steel sectional rectangular tanks BS 4211: 2005 Ladders for permanent access to chimneys, other high structures, silos and bins BS 4213: 2004 Cold water storage and feed and expansion cisterns (polyolefin or olefin copolymer) and cistern lids BS 1-5: 1990 Polyester moulding compounds for electrical and other purposes. Sectional Cold Water G.R.P. Storage Tanks Insulated Tanks shall be hot press moulded glass reinforced plastic moulded and shall include minimum 25% glass content incorporating isophthalic polyester resin and U.V. stabiliser. The tank design shall incorporate truncated pyramid shaped panels, metre square or 2 metre by metre or metre by half metre panels and corner angles. Both sides shall have a smooth finish giving hygienic and crevice free surface. The tank shall be internally tied where necessary using stainless steel rods not less than 10mm in diameter. The design and attachment of these shall be arranged to eliminate point loads on tank panels with attachment to vertical RHS galvanised members with provision to pre-tension tie rods without distortion of sides.
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Assembly of tank panels shall be by means of 12mm dia. GMS bolts finish with internally bolted heavy duty cover. Sides shall be externally bolted. Or - internally bolted with ST.ST bolts, 304 qualities Sealant used in assembly of tanks shall be butyl rubber compound minimum 3mm thick 75mm wide with minimum 25% recovery from compression. The tanks shall be installed on flat screeded bases or on steel beams fabricated on top of concrete piers conforming to manufacturers specification on flatness or deflection. All bolted joints of the tank shall be accessible from underneath (minimum 500mm clearance) and shall be supported continuously by steel beams in both directions. Heavy duty covers shall be self-draining type, inclusive of 850mm dia. bolted access door with suitably sized insect proof air vent. All tanks of 2 metres and over in depth shall be fitted with internal GRP ladders, external aluminium or galvanised steel access ladders. Where a tank is divided into two compartments, full height partition shall be provided and be capable of working normally with one side empty. Each compartment shall have provision for air vent 600mm dia. opening with bolted cover, ball valve connection, down services, drain and overflow. Overflow and vent shall be supplied with mesh of 37% free area. High and low level pad for an alarm switch to be fitted according to requirements. Installation of tanks shall be as per manufacturer's instructions. Testing of tanks and of each compartment shall be undertaken on completion of the installation. There shall be no visible sign of water leakage for minimum period of 24 hours. Pressed Steel/Cast Iron Tanks The tanks shall be manufactured from unit plates and shall be Type A having external flanges / Type B having internal flanges / Type C having internal bottom flanges, external side and end flanges. Option All plates, stays, flange plates, cleats, etc., shall be delivered to site with one coat of black non-toxic paint finish. Option All plates, stays, flange plates, cleats, etc., shall be delivered to site with a hot dipped galvanised finish. Jointing materials shall be suitable for the liquid to be stored. In the case of drinking water, jointing materials shall be of a non-toxic nature. Purpose made covers shall be manufactured from 3.2mm minimum thickness flat steel sheets. Flat covers shall be used on internal tanks up to 2440mm wide; all other tanks shall have cambered covers. On external tanks cover sheets shall have waterproof lapped joints. All covers shall be suitably supported to provide safe Hoehler & Partner LLC
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access for maintenance purposes and in the case of external tanks, to carry snow loading. A purpose made steel manhole shall be provided of minimum diameter 458mm in all tank covers and have hinged or bolted lids. Where internal ladders are provided, manholes shall be provided to the ladder and to the ball float valve or float switch. Where no internal ladder is provided one manhole shall be positioned to give access to both the tank interior and the ball float valve. Tanks 2000mm deep and over shall have internal and external mild steel access ladders suitably protected against corrosion and bolted to the tank walls. Safety loops shall be fitted to the ladder where fitted to elevated works. Tanks in elevated positions shall have a float and pulley type level indicator with an external level pointer. Tank cover(s) shall also have cowls to adequately ventilate the interior. Two coats of non-toxic bituminous paint shall be applied to the inside and ladders of all drinking or domestic water storage tanks. Tanks, after completion, are to be completely liquid-tight; no seepage weeping at joints and connections, etc., will be accepted. 3.2.6. WATER HEATERS or
Standards The water heaters shall conform to the following British Standard and Omani Standard Specifications: BS 21: 1985, BS EN 10226: 2004 Pipe threads for tubes and fittings where pressure-tight joints are made on the threads (metric dimensions) BS 853: 1990 1 & 2: 1996 Calorifiers and storage vessels for central heating and hot water supply. BS EN 1515 1: 2000 Flanges and their joints, bolting BS EN 1092-2: 1997 Flanges and their joints PD 5500: 2003 Unfired fusion welded pressure vessels.
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OS 83 - Storage type electric water heaters for household use. OS 84 - Methods of test for storage type electric water heaters for household use. Common Safety Vent The safety vent from each Calorifiers shall have a common vent pipe through a three-way cock to ensure that no Calorifiers can be isolated simultaneously from the open vent pipe and the free outlet. Electric Water Heaters Electric water heaters shall be either rectangular or circular suitable for wall or floor standing installation complete with feed tank or direct connection. The water heater tanks shall be fully insulated at the works with vermin proof glass fibre or equivalent. Outer jackets shall be finished with baked enamel applied on a bonded undercoat. U-Tubes shall form the secondary heating surface. sheathed. All elements shall be titanium
Electric water heaters shall be installed with items requiring inspection and maintenance readily accessible. Provision shall be made for easy removal of the heating surface from the shell. Selfset bolts shall be provided to enable the U-Tubes or element to be withdrawn from the shell without breaking the joint between the tube plate and chest cover plate. Heating elements shall be individually controlled by automatic thermostats with cutoff switches to prevent overheating. The water heaters shall be provided with the manufacturer's standard screwed tapping sizes. Vertical water heaters shall be mounted on die cast aluminium feet. Heaters shall be of the glass-lined type. The water heaters shall be of the vented type or direct connection with temperature and pressure relief safety valve to the requirements of the local Water Authority. If direct connection water heaters are to be installed, the discharge from the temperature and pressure relief safety valve shall be securely piped to the nearest safe discharge point.
3.3. SOIL AND WASTE DRAINAGE SYSTEMS

3.3.1. GENERAL
This contract includes for the whole of the internal above ground or buried sanitary plumbing installations, excluding the supply and Fixing of all sanitary fittings.
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The installations shall be generally as indicated on the drawings, but it shall be the Contractors responsibility to ensure that the completed installations are in accordance with Sultanate of Oman Municipality requirements. The materials, installation and testing for the foul drainage system shall be in accordance with BS 5572/1978 and BS 8301/1985. All civil works such as excavation, back filling, construction of manholes etc., will be carried out by the Building Main Contractor. 3.3.2. uPVC PIPE WORK ABOVE GROUND
The pipes and fittings shall comply in all respects with the requirements of British Standard 4514:1969. Pipes shall be supplied in plain ended lengths. The method of jointing to be employed shall be solvent weIding using the manufacturer's approved cement or seal ring fittings. The rain water system shall only use solvent welding joints. Pipe and fittings shall be colouring grey, to British Standard 5252:1976 10.A.07. Rubber seals for seal ring joints shall be of a section that gives more than one point of contact with the pipe and shall be to the material requirements of British Standard 2494:1976. Water closet connections shall be to the same British Standard. Waste boss connections when Fitted to pipes shall consist of two parts with inner and outer flanges, solvent welded as a complete unit with inbuilt gradients for the waste pipes of 1 1/4. Where it is not possible to gain access to the bore of the soil pipe, self locking bosses with integral clamping action may be used provided that the mating surfaces are suitable for and used with solvent weld cement. Alternative waste boss connections may be made using unequal junctions conforming to British Standard 4514:1969 with solvent weld joints conforming to British Standard 4514:1969. When used internally holder bats shall be made of mild steel protected from corrosion by galvanising or plastic coating. They shall have a two-position fixing suitable for either acting as a pipe support but allowing thermal movement or as a clamp fit on a fitting creating a fixed point. For optimum fit to pipe supports PVC packing pieces may be used. Galvanised steel holder bats shall be used for external pipes. Access shall be provided where necessary either by means of an integrally moulded door in an access fitting with an externally fitted rubber seal and secured with two galvanised bolts and nuts, or alternatively by a two-piece clamp type door fitted into the pipe run. All 90o bends shall be of the access type.
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3.3.3.
uPVC WASTE PIPE WORK
The pipe fittings shall comply in all respects with the requirements of British Standard 5255:1976. Pipes shall be supplied in plain ended lengths. The method of jointing to be employed shall be solvent weIding using the manufacturers approved cement or seal ring joints. Pipe and fittings shall be colour grey where concealed, or white where mounted in exposed locations. Rubber seal rings shall be of a section that gives more than one point of contact with the pipe and shall be to the material requirement of British Standard 2494:1976. Traps shall be moulded from white polypropylene and shall have a universal compression outlet. The fittings shall comply in al] respects to British Standard 3943:1979. Traps of configuration not covered by the British Standard shall comply with the performance specification of the Standard. Traps shall have a minimum water seal of 75nun. The method of jointing to be employed shall be solvent weIding using the manufacturer's approved cement or seal ring joints. Pipe and fittings shall be colour grey where concealed, or white where mounted in exposed locations. Rubber seal rings shall be of a section that gives more than one point of contact with the pipe and shall be to the material requirement of British Standard 2494:1976. Traps shall be moulded from white polypropylene and shall have a universal compression outlet. The fittings shall comply in all respects to British Standard 3943:1979; Traps of configuration not covered by the British Standard shall comply with the performance specification of the Standard. Traps shall have a minimum water seal of 75mm. WORKMANSHIP ABOVE GROUND, SOIL AND WASTE PIPE WORK
3.3.4.
The installation, method of jointing and fixing shall comply in all respects to the manufacturer's site work instructions. Maximum intervals between pipe supports shall be: Nominal size 32mm 38mm 50mm 82mm Horizontal 0.51m 0.5m 0.9m 0.9m Vertical 1.2m 1.2m 1.2m 1.8m
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110mm 160mm
0.9m 1.0m
1.8m 1.8m
Pipes shall be fixed in straight runs and all horizontal runs shall be laid to gradients in accordance with British Standard 5572:1978 Code of Practice for Sanitary Pipe work, and in any event not less than 18mm/m unless otherwise instructed. Rainwater pipes shall be additionally supported at changes of direction especially at lower levels to allow for the force of water during design conditions of 36mm/hour minute, Expansion joints shall be provided between fixed points over 1 metre centres. The work shall be inspected and tested during installation at agreed stages. All work, which will be concealed, shall be tested before it is finally enclosed. A final test shall be made upon completion for soundness and performance in accordance with British Standard 5572:1978 Code of Practice for Sanitary Pipe work. 3.3.5. uPVC BURIED DRAIN PIPE WORK
The pipes and fittings shall comply in all respects with the requirements of British Standard 4660:1973. Pipes shall be supplied in plain ended lengths. The method of jointing to be employed shall be by lip-seal socket fittings. Jointing to other materials shall be made in the manner specified by the manufacturer. The pipe fittings shall be colour golden brown approximating to British Standard 38 1 C: 1971 no. 414. The seal retaining caps shall be black polypropylene. The rubber for lip seal joints shall be to the material requirement of British Standard 2494:1976. The base of soil and vent stack connection to the buried drain shall be made with a bend of minimum centre line radius of 250mm. 3.3.6. WORKMANSHIP - BURIED DRAIN PIPE WORK
Pipes and fittings shall be laid true to gradient in straight lines and jointed in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. All pegs used for alignment and other purposes must be removed after use and before side filling. All joints shall be watertight. Pipe barrels hall be in continuous, contact with the trench bed when laid,
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3.3.7.
WC CONNECTIONS
Connections to WC outlets shall be made by means of a flexible joint incorporating a self-sealing connector. 3.3.8. RODDING ACCESS
Access doors or caps shall be provided at all changes in direction, on the end of all horizontal floats and all vertical pipes extending from floor to ceiling. Floor mounted rodding points shall be provided with airtight chromium plated screw on solid cast brass covers. 3.3.9. FLOOR GULLIES
Trapped roddable floor gullies shall be provided as indicated on the drawings with back and side inlets to take the required waste connections. Gully covers shall be in Nickel Bronze with recessed screw fixing. 3.3.10. MANHOLES The Contractor shall be responsible for providing detailed invert levels to the Main Contractor for building the external manholes. All manhole covers shall be to the specification to suit the intended location with regard to loading and type. All manholes shall be GRP lined and all manhole channels shall be formed using premade PVC sections and slipper bends etc. Internal manholes shall have pre-made bolted pipe sections to produce a dry interior. 3.3.11. INTUMESCENT SLEEVES All uPVC drainage pipe works above 40mm internal diameter shall be fitted with intumescent sleeves where passing through fire compartment floor slabs or walls. 3.3.12. WASTE AND SEWER WATER DISCHARGE This works section shall be responsible for carrying out waste water and sewer water discharge for all the equipment which it supplies and installs itself, for all the equipment supplied by the Client with cold water supply (treated or not) or hot water supply (mixed or not), as well as discharge and standby systems listed below, and connection to the standby system. 1) 2) 3) 4) Waste and sewer water discharge, for all the toilets, kitchens, pantries. Drainage from all equipment supplied installed by this works section. Drainage from all the equipment supplied installed by the Client and from service rooms. Main drainage lines as shown on drawings from the gully traps to the manholes and finally to the holding tank.
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Starting point for installation the various equipment to be connected (supplied or not) or floor drains, under this works section and described below or standbys, at + 0. 1 0 from the floor, finished height, for removal of condensation, evaporators, standbys for removal of sludge and condensation from fermentation ovens, etc. 3.3.13. FLOOR DRAINS (SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION) All sanitary drawings piping below the ground shall be uPVC of sizes and slopes indicated on the drawings Ventilation pipe shall be uPVC with ring seal joints at the end of each main line pipes as shown on drawings All the pipes above 4 should be with rubber ring joint All the pipes should be in accordance with the British Standard British Standard uPVC pressure pipe
3.4. SANITARY EQUIPMENT

It shall be supplied and installed, including taps and fittings, supply and drainage pipes, bleeds, and gullies etc. with supply and isolation valves on each item of equipment. The supply pipes shall be in copper and open to view or recessed. Drainage pipes shall be in PVC open to view to the standby bleed valves, including connectors and all finishing. For cold or mixed water supplies, there is only one drain valve. For hot and cold water, mixer taps- for equipment connected in series, it must always be possible to isolate the equipment, without cutting power to the other devices. Other accessories Sanitary accessories, such as: electric hand-dryers, soap dispensers, paper towel dispensers, etc. are supplied and fixed by the Contractors in agree with engineer in about quantity and location. Schedule of Manufacturers Mechanical works The Contractor may include in his tender for alternative manufacturers provided that the equipment is equal to the requirements of the Specification, but all manufacturers must have authorised representation in the Sultanate of Oman,
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supported by maintenance engineers and an adequate stock of spares and have previously undertaken substantial projects in the Sultanate of Oman. All similar equipment shall be of one manufacturer as far as possible and standardisation of components shall be utilised to reduce the quantity of spares required. The Contractor shall ensure that the equipment offered is suitable for the intended purpose, can be installed in the spaces provided, with due regard to ease of maintenance and replacement, and that delivery is available to suit the building programme. Approval of submittals by the Engineer does not relieve the Contractor of his responsibility to provide equipment suitable in dimension, construction, function and finish for the purpose intended. The following table gives acceptable manufacturers for the Contractor's benefit and in general alternative it was used in the design documents. In selecting alternative manufacturers apart from the list below, the Contractor must ensure that adequate space is available for his intended equipment to the satisfaction of the manufacturer's recommendations.
DESCRIPTION Transfer Pumps Booster Pumps GRP Water Tanks
ALT 1 GRUNDFOS GRUNDFOS BRIDGESTONE
ALT 2 DAB DAB MITSUBISHI
ALT 3 KSB Ajax KSB Ajax PIPECO HEPWORTH COSMOPLAST CELOTEX TOUR & ANDERSSON ARISTON MUPRO FISHER WATTS BRICKHOUSE BROADS FIKREE PIPE TERRAIN
uPVC Pressure Pipe OMAN PLAST DURAPIPE & fittings Polypropylene Pipe GEORG FISCHER COPRAX & Fittings Domestic pipe ARMAFLEX KAIMANNFLEX insulation Calves & strainers Water heaters / Calorifiers Pipe supports Air vents Pressure reducing valves Manhole covers Car park gully / bucket traps Floor drains & Access covers HATTERSLEY A.O. SMITH PIPE SUPPORTS ARMSTONG GUEST & CHRIMES GLYNWED GULG ETERNIT WADE CRANE BRADFORD WHITE FLAMCO CRANE DESBORDES SANTON & STAVELEY HEPWORT SHW
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DESCRIPTION Floor gully grating (Nickel Bronze) PVC drainage pipe & fittings Grease interceptor Floor trenches Floor drains in laboratories
ALT 1 HARMER TERRAIN WADE FRANCEAUX JAY R. SMITH
ALT 2 FROST HEPWORTH JAY R SMITH WADE ACO
ALT 3 WADE MARLEY FRANCEAUX KOMPASS FRANCEAUX
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SECTION N 4 DRAWINGS
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4.1. DRAWINGS
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DRAINAGE LAYOUTS BASEMENT FLOOR PLAN MEDICAL CENTER & COMMERCIAL DRAINAGE SERVICES LAYOUT GROUND FLOOR PLAN MEDICAL CENTER DRAINAGE SERVICES LAYOUT FIRST FLOOR PLAN MEDICAL DRAINAGE SERVICES LAYOUT CENTER
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SECOND FLOOR PLAN MEDICAL CENTER DRAINAGE SERVICES LAYOUT THIRD FLOOR PLAN MEDICAL DRAINAGE SERVICES LAYOUT FOURTH FLOOR PLAN DRAINAGE SERVICES LAYOUT CENTER
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FIFTH FLOOR PLAN APARTMENTS DRAINAGE SERVICES LAYOUT PENTHOUSE FLOOR PLAN DRAINAGE SERVICES LAYOUT WATER SERVICES LAYOUTS BASEMENT FLOOR PLAN MEDICAL CENTER & COMMERCIAL WATER SUPPLY SERVICES LAYOUT GROUND FLOOR PLAN MEDICAL CENTER WATER SUPPLY SERVICES LAYOUT FIRST FLOOR PLAN MEDICAL CENTER WATER SUPPLY SERVICES LAYOUT SECOND FLOOR PLAN MEDICAL CENTER WATER SUPPLY SERVICES THIRD FLOOR PLAN MEDICAL CENTER WATER SUPPLY SERVICES LAYOUT FOURTH FLOOR PLAN COMMERCIAL WATER SUPPLY SERVICES LAYOUT FIFTH FLOOR PLAN APARTMENTS WATER SUPPLY SERVICES LAYOUT PENTHOUSE FLOOR PLAN APARTMENTS WATER SUPPLY SERVICES LAYOUT ROOF PLAN LAYOUT WATER SUPPLY SERVICES APARTMENTS
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FIRE FIGHTING SERVICES LAYOUT BASEMENT FLOOR PLAN MEDICAL CENTER & COMMERCIAL FIRE FIGHTING SERVICES LAYOUT GROUND FLOOR PLAN MEDICAL CENTER FIRE FIGHTING SERVICES LAYOUT FIRST FLOOR PLAN MEDICAL CENTER FIRE FIGHTING SERVICES LAYOUT SECOND FLOOR PLAN MEDICAL CENTER FIRE FIGHTING SERVICES LAYOUT THIRD FLOOR PLAN MEDICAL CENTER FIRE FIGHTING SERVICES LAYOUT FOURTH FLOOR PLAN COMMERCIAL FIRE FIGHTING SERVICES LAYOUT FIFTH FLOOR PLAN APARTMENTS FIGHTING SERVICES LAYOUT FIRE MEP-FIR-01
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PENTHOUSE FLOOR PLAN APARTMENTS FIRE FIGHTING SERVICES LAYOUT HVAC LAYOUTS BASEMENT FLOOR PLAN MEDICAL CENTER & COMMERCIAL HVAC LAYOUT GROUND FLOOR PLAN MEDICAL CENTER HVAC LAYOUT FIRST FLOOR PLAN MEDICAL CENTER HVAC LAYOUT SECOND FLOOR PLAN MEDICAL CENTER HVAC LAYOUT THIRD FLOOR PLAN MEDICAL CENTER HVAC LAYOUT FOURTH FLOOR PLAN COMMERCIAL HVAC LAYOUT FIFTH FLOOR LAYOUT PLAN APARTMENTS HVAC
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PENTHOUSE FLOOR HVAC LAYOUT
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ROOF PLAN HVAC LAYOUT SITE PLAN SITE PLAN, MECHANICAL SERVICES LAYOUT
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4.2. GENERAL
The drawings listed above are for tender purposes only and are to be read in conjunction with this Specification. Any discrepancy between the drawings and the Specification and any matter that requires clarification shall be referred to the Engineer before tender submission. The Contractor shall be responsible for the preparation of detailed installation drawings at least 1:50 for layouts and plant rooms and 1:25 for sections for the complete works including associated builders work, and shall submit all drawings to the Consultant for approval prior to the commencement of any work. Approval of such drawings by the Consultant does not relieve the Contractor of his responsibility to provide an installation suitable in dimension, construction, function and finish for the purpose intended. This Specification and the Contract Drawings are intended to indicate he general arrangement of apparatus required, by the Contractor will be deemed to have included in his Tender everything necessary to leave the installation complete and in proper working order to the satisfaction of the Engineer whether or not such items are mentioned in the Specification or shown on the drawings. All drawings are preferably to be A1 size with maximum size of A0.
4.3. COMPLETION CERTIFICATE

The Contractor must generate a master set of as built drawings based on the original approved shop drawings and submit to the Consultants for review and approval. The drawings shall be in both soft & hard copy formats. All drawings must be stamped as As Built. The Contractor shall also ensure that their As Built drawings are fully layered so that it is easy to delete installation details without erasing the basic information similar to the design drawing format.
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SECTION N 5 APPENDICES
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5.1. APPENDIX 1: SILENCERS/ACOUSTIC TREATMENT

PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS 1. NOISE Plant and equipment shall be selected and installed to ensure that the noise level in the spaces served, in any adjacent rooms or buildings and within plant rooms does not exceed the indicated maximum acceptable noise rating (NR)
2. NOISE INSULATION (AIRBORNE NOISE) Attenuators and other noise control equipment shall be selected and installed to achieve the stated noise ratings with minimum resistance to airflow. Fire properties of sound absorbent materials shall be in accordance with Section 15080 Thermal Insulation of this specification. Sound absorbent material that contain and/or require the use of CFCs in their manufacture shall not be used. Factory-fabricated attenuators shall be tested in accordance with BS 4718.
3. DIRECTION OF FLOW: Clearly mark direction of airflow on silencers.
4. FIRE PROPERTIES, BUILDING REGULATIONS, CLASS O: Use non-flammable adhesives. Ensure that all insulating materials and coverings are to Class O surface rating of Building Regulations.
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CIRCULAR SILENCERS - CASING TO DW144 WITH INTERNAL FLANGES: Provide circular silencers compatible with ductwork installation. Provide infill that is inert, fire proof, inorganic, vermin proof, non-hygroscopic.
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RECTANGULAR SILENCERS - CASING TO DW144 WITH LOW LOSS FAIRINGS AND EXTERNAL FLANGES: Provide rectangular silencers compatible with ductwork installation. Provide infill that is inert, fire proof, inorganic, vermin proof, non-hygroscopic.
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Construct splitters with low loss fairings. Construct casing to DW144 with external flanges drilled for bolting to counter flanges on adjacent plant or ductwork.
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RECTANGULAR SILENCERS - CASING TO DW144 WITH LOW LOSS FAIRINGS AND WITHIN AHUs: Provide rectangular silencers compatible with AHU construction. Provide infill that is inert, fire proof, inorganic, vermin proof, non-hygroscopic. Construct splitters with low loss fairings. Install splitter within the double skinned AHU structure.
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ACOUSTIC SPLITTERS WITH LOW LOSS FAIRINGS: Mount splitters vertically or horizontally and fix splitters as shown on drawings. Construct splitters to ensure that infill is retained and individual acoustic integrity is maintained. Construct splitters with low loss fairings. Provide additional stiffening on horizontally mounted splitters. Provide infill that is inert, fire proof, inorganic, vermin proof, nonhygroscopic. Material: Non-combustible mineral wool or glass fibre with minimum density 48 kg/m3.
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AIR TRANSFER/CROSS TALKS ATTENUATORS WITH SPIGOT ENDS: Provide attenuators for air transfer and cross talk applications. Provide lining that is inert, fire proof, inorganic, vermin proof, non-hygroscopic. Construct casing with lock-formed longitudinal joints, mastic sealed. Provide plain spigot ends for connection to adjacent ductwork. Fixing: Interface with building components as indicated.
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CIRCULAR AND RECTANGULAR ATTENUATORS - GENERAL Casings shall be of not less than 0.8mm thickness galvanized mild steel sheet. Joints and seams shall be designed and constructed to minimize airleakage by use of mastic or other suitable sealing method. End flanges shall be welded to the casings with fixing details and construction methods in accordance with HVCA Specification DW144. Welding areas shall be cleaned and coated with zinc-rich paint. Acoustic material must not break up erode or migrate at up to and including 100 percent relative humidity. An impervious envelope shall be fitted over the following acoustic fill: - Mineral fibre insulation. - Open-cell acoustic/thermal foam insulation that is not supplied complete with an inherent PVC sprayed vapour barrier or flexible polyurethane foam.
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Inspection covers, in accordance with section - Ductwork + Ductwork Accessories of this specification, shall be provided at both ends of attenuators. The dynamic insertion loss of attenuators shall include the effect of any facing materials. Vapour barriers which are not an inherent part of the acoustic material, shall be of minimum thickness not exceeding 0.07mm and shall be installed unstressed. The material shall be inherently non-combustible and limit the surface spread of flame to Class 0 when tested in accordance with BS 476: Part 7 and shall not emit toxic or hazardous fumes if ignited. Membranes used shall be suitably supported and fixed. Any loss of acoustic performance due to this treatment will be deemed to be accommodated in this overall performance of the noise control equipment selected by the Contractor. Splitter elements in straight rectangular attenuators shall stand vertically, and shall be tight-fit within the casing. L-section and T-section splitter attenuators shall be fitted perpendicular to the plane of the bend. Where splitter elements are horizontal, e.g. in ceiling spaces, adequate support and retention of acoustic infill must be provided.
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KITCHEN EXTRACT SILENCERS Silencers on kitchen extract systems shall have casings manufactured so that they are fire proof to a standard to match the ductwork system in which they are installed. Acoustic media shall be hermetically bagged with Melanix or equivalent.
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ACOUSTIC LININGS, PERFORMANCE TO BS EN 20354: Line internal surfaces of ducts as described in DW144 Part 7, Section 29. Provide lining that is inert, fire proof, inorganic, vermin proof, nonhygroscopic. Material - polyurethane foam. Performance: Minimum random incidence absorption coefficients in accordance with BS EN 20354, as indicated. Protect lining against product migration and erosion. Linings shall not reduce required airway dimensions. No lining shall be installed within 1m of any fire damper.
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ACOUSTIC INSULATION: Material Lightweight resilient glass fibre or mineral wool held in place with wire mesh.
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Casing Ensure casing is continuous over duct length. Isolate casing from ductwork. Encase with material with mass of not less than 10 kg/m2.
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ACOUSTIC INSULATION FLEXIBLE SYSTEM: Continuous quilted glass fibre mat with sandwich layer of lead, minimum 1mm thick, with mass of 7 kg/m2. Ensure surface finish complies with BS 476 Part 7, Class 1. Overlap and seal all joints with adhesive and external reinforcing tape.
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PLENUMS: Provide plenum constructed using acoustic panels in positions indicated. Joint panels with seals to match performance of panels. Provide infill that is inert, fire proof, inorganic, vermin proof, non-hygroscopic. Material - polyurethane foam. Performance Minimum random incidence absorption coefficients in accordance with BS EN 20354, as indicated.
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ACOUSTIC FLEXIBLE DUCT CONNECTORS: Provide acoustic flexible duct connectors in accordance with DW144 Part 7, Section 25.
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ACOUSTIC LOUVRES WITH INFILL: Performance Provide certified acoustic performance data measured in accordance with ISO 40-3. Ensure louver withstands specified wind loads and prevent ingress of rain. Construction Construct louver frame and aerodynamically profiled louver blades from galvanized mild steel or aluminium as appropriate. Provide integral drainage channels. Provide acoustic infill which is inert, fire proof, inorganic, vermin proof and no hydroscopic. Retain infill on louver blades by perforated sheet of galvanized mild steel or Aluminium as appropriate. Screen
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Fit a bird-screen using mesh no coarser than 12mm, across inside face of louvers. Quality assurance Ensure manufacturers are a firm of Assessed Capability to BS EN ISO 9001 and produce louver to relevant Quality Assessment schedule.
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ACOUSTIC ENCLOSURES Where indicated, an acoustic enclosure shall be provided to isolate the noise producing equipment from the room in which it is installed. The required noise reduction or the maximum permitted ambient noise rating (NR) shall be as indicated. Removable panels shall be give access to items requiring cleaning, adjustment, replacement and other maintenance. Where enclosures are designed for personnel access, internal lighting and viewing panels shall be provided. Access doors shall be openable from both sides. The enclosure shall be isolated from the noise producing equipment. The enclosure shall also be isolated from the building structure. Provisions shall be made to dissipate heat emitted from the noiseproducing equipment where necessary.
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5.2. APPENDIX 2: PASSIVE FIRE STOPPING & SEALS

1. GENERAL All fire stopping materials shall be manufactured under the Quality Assurance of BS EN ISO 9002 and in accordance with BS 5750 Part 2. 2. DESIGN DETAIL The detail design of each situation shall be based upon the width depth and design movement of the joint / gap, as detailed on the drawings and be supported by the Fire Resistant Material Manufacturers Technical Data and Independent Fire Test Assessments, which shall be submitted to the Consultant for Approval. 3. THERMAL MOVEMENT JOINTS IN BLOCKWORK AND CONCRETE Nullifier M701 Fire Resistant Gap Mastic and foam backing rod to control seal depth shall be installed in joints and gaps up to 30mm wide, with a movement of up to 5%, which shall be constructed to the gap size as detailed on the drawings. The face of the mastic shall be smoothed to a finish approved by the Consultant. Nullifier M703 Fire Resistant Gap Mastic M703 and foam backing rod to control sealant depth shall be installed in joints and gaps up to 30mm wide, with a movement of up to 40%, which shall be constructed to the gap size as detailed on the drawings. The face of the mastic shall be smoothed to a finish approved by the Consultant. 4. INTUMESCENT PIPE WRAPS AND COLLARS FOR SOLID WALL AND SLABS Intumescent pipe wraps shall be provided to all plastic pipes and through insulated pipes that pass through fire compartments and barriers. An acceptable alternative to intumescent pipe wraps are intumescent fire collars. Intumescent wraps shall be manufactured to BS 476, part 20, AS 1530 part 4 and AS 4072 part 1, be held in position with a split metallic sleeve which shall be wired in place to prevent the wrap from slipping out of position. Concrete or an approved cementations or fireproof infill shall be cast around the metallic sleeve and fire proof mastic shall be applied to seal the annular gap at both the soffit and floor of the slab. The wrap shall be installed in a location such that on floor slab the lower edge of the wrap coincides with the soffit of the slab.
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Fire rated collars shall be manufactured in accordance with BS 476 part 20, be corrosion resistant type and installed around the pipes and fixed to the slab with screws and fixings that will withstand exposure to the fire for at least 2 hours. Every fixing point on the collar shall be utilized. Collars and wraps shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations.
5. FIRE TRANSITS FOR PIPEWORK IN HOLLOW WALLS Provide fire transits for hollow walls (e.g. stud partitions or hollow block walls) such that pipes can pass through the wall without interfering with the walls fire integ rity. Fire transits shall comprise corrosion resistant split shell with hinge and closure device and with an internal lining of intumescent material plus facility to securely fix the shell to the wall structure. Utilise on both through insulated and un-insulated pipes, but on un-insulated pipes include a compressible foam gasket that will allow the pipe to move without breaking the seal or making any noise. Fire transits shall be 2 hour rated and applied to all pipes. To be manufactured to BS 476 part 20, AS 1530.4, AS 4072.1 and prEN1366.3 and installed in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations. 6. FIRE STOPS AROUND UNINSULATED METTALIC PIPEWORK IN SOLID WALL AND FLOORS Provide a metallic sleeve around all pipes and caulk with a fireproof material (e.g. mineral wool). Fill annular gap at both ends with a fireproof, waterproof mastic with and high movement capability. Install in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations. Mastic shall comply with BS 476 part 20, pr EN 1366.3, and AS1530.4, AS 4072.1 and SABS 0177 part 2 and provide a 2 hour fire resistance. 7. FIRE STOPS AROUND PLASTIC PRESSURE PIPELINES Provide engineered intumescent multiple wrap or collar that will be able to exert sufficient force to crush the pressure pipe in the event of a fire. Provide certification to demonstrate solution is adequate. 8. DENSE MINERAL INFILL BATS The provision of dense fire rated boards is permitted as a method of infilling around services that pass through fire walls. Boards/ batts shall be pre-coated with a fire resistant coating and shall be cut to size on site. All joints shall be closed with fire rated mastic and finally a fire resistant coating shall be applied. Services shall be supported in a manner so that in the event of a fire the collapse of the services in the fire zone will not pull the boards out of the wall aperture.
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Infill shall be designed to provide a two hour fire rating, shall comply with BS 476, part 20 and shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations. 9. FIRE RATED PILLOWS Fire rated pillows may be used to provide fire barriers around difficult services breaches where other means are not viable. Pillows shall be unaffected by moisture and humidity and provide a 2 hour rating in accordance with BS 476, part 20
5.3. APPENDIX 3: VIBRATION ATTENUATION

1. ANTIVIBRATION PROCEDURES: All dynamic machinery shall be isolated from the building structure by vibration isolators and/or vibration isolation materials which shall be purpose designed and selected to suit the machinery. Where mat type isolation materials are used, the Contractor shall supply the materials used and shall be responsible for their correct positions and installation. All other vibration isolators shall be both supplied and installed by the Contractor. Isolation efficiency of anti vibration devices and materials shall be as indicated. For fans and air distribution systems, flexible joints in accordance with other parts of this specification shall be provided. For pumps and water distribution systems, purpose designed flexible connections shall be provided in accordance with this specification. The connections shall be compatible with the tube materials, the methods of jointing and the fluid(s) handled in the system. Electrical connections to motors and other dynamic machinery shall be made in accordance with the electrical part of this specification.
2. SPRING ANTI VIBRATION MOUNTINGS: Select spring mounts with an overload capacity of 50%, for metal springs the outside diameter should be at least 75% of operating height. Permanently identify individual mounts with their load capacity.
3. SPRING HANGERS: Provide spring hangers that allow the lower hanger rod to move laterally at least 15 Degree.
4. LOCKING FACILITY: Where indicated, provide lockable levelling device.
5. SYNTHETIC MATERIAL CONFIGURED MAT MOUNTINGS:
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Provide configured mat mountings manufactured from neoprene or composite fibre / synthetic rubber. Where mats are stacked, bond 1mm steel sheet thickness between each pad without filling voids.
6. HIGH TEMPERATURE CONFIGURED MAT MOUNTINGS: Provide configured mat mountings manufactured from high temperature synthetic rubber. Where mats are stacked, bond 1mm steel sheet thickness between each pad without filling voids.
7. RESILIENT MAT MOUNTINGS: Provide a minimum of 20mm resilient mat and sheet of 1.6 mm steel for incorporation in cast in situ base.
8. PAD MOUNTINGS: Provide pad mountings manufactured from composite synthetic rubber.
9. SYNTHETIC RUBBER TURRET COMPRESSION MOUNTINGS: Provide turret compression mountings fabricated from synthetic rubber between two steel plates. Protect the metal from corrosion by painting and fix friction pads to top and bottom. Provide bolt holes to allow fixing.
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NEOPRENE TURRET COMPRESSION MOUNTINGS: Provide turret compression mountings fabricated from neoprene between two steel plates. Protect the metal from corrosion by painting and fix friction pads to top and bottom. Provide bolt holes to allow fixing.
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SPRING COMPRESSION MOUNTINGS: Provide spring compression mountings comprising high strength low stress helical spring capped with steel pressure plate, on resilient base pad, mounted on predrilled base for bolting down, and enclosed with cap. Protect metal from corrosion.
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CAPTIVE SPRING MOUNTINGS: Provide captive spring mountings comprising high strength low stress helical spring designed to achieve horizontal and vertical snubbing. Mount spring on predrilled base plate for bolting down and protect against corrosion. Supply complete with levelling screw.
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SYNTHETIC RUBBER HANGERS, TURRET COMPRESSION: Provide turret compression hangers fabricated from synthetic rubber incorporated with hanger box. Construct hanger box from steel (minimum thickness 1.6mm) complete with hole for Suspension rod and enlarged lower hole for drop rod to equipment.
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HANGERS, SPRING COMPRESSION: Provide spring compression hangers comprising high strength low stress helical spring capped with steel pressure plate, on resilient base pad, mounted within hanger box. Construct hanger box from steel (minimum thickness 1.6mm) complete with hole for suspension rod and enlarged lower hole for drop rod to equipment.
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HORIZONTALLY RESTRAINED SPRING MOUNTINGS: Provide horizontally restrained spring mountings comprising high strength low stress helical spring capped with steel pressure plate, on resilient base pad, mounted within hanger box. Construct hanger box from steel (minimum thickness 1.6mm) complete with holes for installing across connection. In addition supply synthetic rubber or neoprene snubber as a horizontal buffer.
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CONCRETE/STEEL FORMWORK INERTIA BASES: Provide purpose built inertia bases constructed using welded steel frame formwork containing concrete reinforced with 12mm minimum diameter bars at 100mm maximum centres, 35mm above the bottom of the base; and mounted on spring compression mountings.
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WELDED STEEL FRAME INERTIA BASES: Provide purpose built inertia bases constructed using welded steel frame mounted on spring compression mountings.
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VIBRATION ISOLATION HOSES: Provide flexible hose couplings for connecting pipe work comprising nylon fabric or steel mesh carcass with waterproof cover and internal lining of material to suit fluid conveyed, temperatures and pressures indicated.
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RUBBER MATTING PIPEWORK NOISE VIBRATION ISOLATION: Incorporate within pipe work support ring purpose made isolators manufactured from rubber matting.
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FLOATING FLOORS: Provide floating floors beneath all items of dynamic plant and equipment that are sited on suspended floor slabs. The floating floor system shall comprise of a concrete curb which is at least 1.2m from the edge of the plant with a 100m dense concrete floating floor slab within the curb. The floating floor slab shall be resiliently mounted on a composite acoustic mat such as the Model RIM made by Kinetics. Perimeter isolation shall be 20mm thick resilient material as recommended by the manufacturer. Any services breaches in the floor shall be via up stand curbs with resilient edge detail or by placing resilient material around the service to the manufacturers detail. Any drains shall be made using a special vibration isolated floor drains.
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5.4. APPENDIX 4: SEWAGE LIFT PUMPS

1. GENERAL PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS ACCESS Pumps shall be provided with guide rails, lifting chain and instantaneous couplings so that they can be lifted out of the sewage pumping tank NON- FOULING Pumps shall be non-fouling design suitable for pumping wash / surface water. CONTROLS Level control shall be by industrial quality float switches or electrodes A separate control panel shall be provided for each pump and a control system shall automatically sequence, change over and duty share pumps. It shall be possible to work on the starter or associated electrics of one pump without exposing the electrician to live (>50V) electrics to the other pumps. Control panel annunciation lamps shall be provided for: Pump running Pump on line Pump tripped alarm Low level alarm High level alarm
EXECUTION EXAMINATION
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Verify site conditions under provisions of Section 01400. Before ordering any materials / commencing work verify that building structure associated with the system is within tolerance and take full account of shape configuration and material properties of the structure. PREPARATION Provide base /pocket etc in tank for pump in accordance with manufacturers requirements. Provide duct for electrical power and control cables. INSTALLATION Before beginning installation in any area, examine all parts of the adjoining work into which applicable work is to be placed. Should any conditions be found which will prevent the proper execution of the work, installation shall not proceed in that area until such conditions are corrected by the contractor. A dampened reflux (non return) valve shall b installed in the outlet pipe from each pump to prevent sewage flowing back in to the tank.
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SECTION N 0 GENERALITIES .......................................................................... 6

SECTION N 1 FIRE SAFETY ........................................................................... 80

1.2. FIRE HOSE PROTECTION............................................................. 82 1.2.1. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS OF EQUIPMENT ............ 83

1.3. EXTINGUISHERS ........................................................................... 86 1.3.1. HAND HELD PORTABLE EXTINGUISHERS .................... 86

SECTION N 2 AIR CONDITIONING & VENTILATING ..................................... 87

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SECTION N 3 PLUMBING ............................................................................. 112

3.3.5. 3.3.6. 3.3.7. 3.3.8.

FLOOR GULLIES ............................................................. 125

SECTION N 4 DRAWINGS ............................................................................ 129

SECTION N 5 APPENDICES ......................................................................... 133

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0.1. SCOPE OF CONTRACT

0.2. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

Service Condensate drains Domestic Water Services (Below ground)

Pipe dia. All

Pipe work HP uPVC HP uPVC to BS 3505/6 Class E

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Capillary copper to BS 864

Capillary copper to BS 864

uPVC to BS 4660 Push fit uPVC to BS 4660 Push fit

Galvanised mild steel BS 1387/67

65 mm and Ditto above

Welded Pipe work

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Flanged and Union Joints

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Gradient 1 in 500 1 in 250 1 in 500 1 in 250 1 in 500

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Anchors and Guides

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Underground Pipe work

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Storage of Pipe work

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Automatic Air Admittance Valves

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Valves and Cocks General

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Automatic Air Valves

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Cast Iron Plug Valves

Double Regulating Valves

Pressure Differential Regulating Valves

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Valve and Cock Keys

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Testing of Condensate Drains

Labels and Identification

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