Division 05 Metals

Zulal Destination Spa and Five Star Resort
SECTION 050513 SHOP APPLIED COATINGS FOR METAL
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
SUMMARY
SUBMITTALS
QUALITY ASSURANCE
WARRANTIES
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2
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
MATERIALS
FABRICATION
FINISHING
SOURCE QUALITY CONTROL
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3
3
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PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
PREPARATION
SITE QUALITY CONTROL
CLEANING AND ADJUSTING
PROTECTION
Architectural Specification
Issued for Construction/ for Information
Revision C3 12th August 2016
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050513 SHOP APPLIED COATINGS FOR METAL
SECTION 050513 SHOP APPLIED COATINGS FOR METAL

PART 1 GENERAL
1.1
SUMMARY
A.
General: Read this Work Section in conjunction with other related Work Sections, Division 01, Construction Drawings,
Preliminaries and the Contract Conditions.
1.
B.
C.
COMPLIANCE
1.
Comply with the requirements of the Construction Drawings and the Architectural Specification.
2.
All products, materials and systems are to be new and installed in accordance with the Architectural Specification
and manufacturer's recommendations to the satisfaction of the Supervision Consultant.
3.
Alternative products may be proposed but such alternative proposals must be accepted by the Supervision
Consultant in writing before proceeding. For such alternative products, provide full technical literature to
demonstrate that alternative proposals are of a standard at least equal to that specified and demonstrate
compatibility with the Design Intent.
4.
Provide all necessary Shop Drawings, calculations, methods, technical specifications and risk assessment
detailing the proposed materials and systems in order that a technical appraisal can be made by the Supervision
Consultant.
5.
The Contractor shall be responsible for the carrying out of all testing as specified.
6.
Should the Contractor, after consideration of all the criteria which in his specialist knowledge are relevant to the
design and construction of the works, wish to make proposals for changes in any details, dimensions or materials
indicated in the Construction Drawings or referred to in the Architectural Specification, then such proposals shall
be provided as separate alternative options and returned with the Tender. In no way shall any proposal fail to
meet the minimum performance requirements herein specified.
Work Section Includes

1.
1.2
The Cappella operator standards are included for information only and are only applicable when referenced in
the Architectural Specification or the Tender documentation.
Shop applied coatings for metal.
SUBMITTALS
A.
General: Comply with the requirements of Division 01, Section 01330 Submittal Procedures and submit the following.
B.
Tender Submittals
1.
C.
Colour control limits of anodising shall be submitted as samples with the Tender for review and comment by the
Supervision Consultant. The specified finishes shall be within these limits agreed and held by the Supervision
Consultant.
Pre-Contract Samples
1.
As referenced in applicable Work Sections.
D.
Post Contract Submittals
E.
Post Contract Samples
1.
1.

F.
Sustainability Design Submittals
G.
Closeout Submittals
1.
1.
1.3
Refer to Section 018113 Sustainable Design Requirements.

General: Comply with the requirements of Division 01, Section 01780 Closeout Submittals, and submit the
following.
a.
Warranties.
b.
Operation and Maintenance (O+M) Manuals: Include component list with manufacturers reference
numbers, descriptions of materials and procedures for repairing and cleaning of finishes; and cleaning
frequency.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.
B.
Qatar Standards and Codes of Practice: The work shall be in accordance with the provisions of the following standards,
codes and Statutory Authority documents, in addition to the requirements indicated on the Construction Drawings
and specified in this Work Section.
1.
Qatar Construction Specification (QCS).
2.
Qatar National Construction Standards.
3.
Qatar General Organization for Standards and Methodology (QGOSM).
4.
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED).
The Supervision Consultant shall commission an independent testing authority with the Contractor responsible for all
costs incurred. To gain acceptance of the finished products for use, carry out a minimum of 3 No. independent
acceptance inspections, sampling procedures and plans, as set out in BS 6001: Part 1, for general inspection level
1. AQL (Acceptable Quality Level) = 1% on each colour and finish used in the Works. These inspections shall be
carried out at the finishing plant prior to fabrication by a competent independent inspector from 1 No. of the approved
laboratories listed in the AASC Technical Information Sheet No. 8.
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C.
Certifications
1.
Finishes
a.
Provide a certificate of assurance that each batch of anodising has been properly carried out.
b.
Satisfactory independent evidence and samples will be required to prove that alternative colouring
processes to those specified will provide an equal or superior standard of performance and life expectancy.
c.
All finish coatings shall carry a current British Board of Agrment Approval Certificate or acceptable
equivalent. A copy, signed by the Managing Director of the coating applicator company, shall be made
available to the Supervision Consultant, prior to commencement of coating.
D.
Sustainability Standards Certifications: Refer to Section 018113 Sustainable Design Requirements.
E.
Provide mock-ups, prototypes, quality benchmark installations, testing and inspections in accordance with Division
01, Section 01400 Quality Requirements.
1.
Mock-ups
a.
2.
a.
3.
Quality Benchmark Installation

a.
1.4
Prototypes
WARRANTIES
A.
Finishes Guarantees: Make available to the Supervision Consultant, fully documented and signed copies of the finish
coating guarantees. The duration of these guarantees shall be 25 years or as otherwise advised at the time of Tender,
appropriate to the environmental conditions prevailing on Site.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1
A.
Anodising: Notwithstanding BS 3987, visible surfaces shall be free from coating or metallurgical defects when viewed
from 1000mm.
B.
All PVDF coatings applied to aluminium shall comply with the requirements of AAMA 2605 including:
1.
Gloss Retention: The residual gloss shall be at least 50%, after 10 years' exposure in Florida, in accordance
with AAMA 2605, Clause 7.9.1.4.
C.
2.2
2.
Colour Retention: A maximum colour change of Delta E5, after 10 years' exposure in Florida, in accordance
with AAMA 2605, Clause 7.9.1.2.
3.
Exterior Exposure: When viewed from a distance of 3000mm, no visible blisters, scratches, flow lines, streaks
or other visual defects shall be allowed, in accordance with AAMA 2605, Clause 4.2.
4.
Impact Resistance: There shall be no removal of film, when measured in accordance with AAMA 2605, Clause
7.5.
5.
Adhesion: There shall be no removal of film or blistering, when measured in accordance with AAMA 2605, Clause
7.4.
6.
Dry Film Hardness: A minimum pencil hardness of grade F (Berol Eagle Turquoise Pencil) shall be obtained
when the coating is tested in accordance with AAMA 2605, Clause 7.3.
7.
Gloss Levels: The gloss level, when measured using a 60 Gardiner head shall read 19% or less for low gloss,
20% to 79% for medium gloss and 80% and over for high gloss, in accordance with AAMA 2605, Clause 7.2.
Polyester Powder Coatings

1.
Following the testing requirements specified herein, the coating shall show no checking, cracking or flaking and
any change in colour shall not exceed one step in hue, value or chroma in the Munsell atlas from the original colour.
2.
Film Thickness: The minimum film thickness at any point shall be 40 microns for aluminium and 60 microns for
galvanised steel. (Note 1: - Where hazardous environments are involved, the minimum shall be increased to
60 microns and 80 microns respectively.) (Note 2: - Some colours also require the minimum film thickness to
be increased to 60 microns to develop the correct intensity of colour.) No seeding or double coating of work
shall be accepted.
3.
Gloss Levels: The gloss level, when measured using a 60 Gardiner head, shall read: - 25% 5% for matts,
70% 5% for satins and 85% 5% for gloss.
MATERIALS
A.
B.
Anodising
1.
Aluminium anodising shall comply with BS 3987, unless specified otherwise.
2.
All aluminium alloys shall be selected to ensure that the finished visual appearance of all components is identical.
The alloy for extrusions shall be grade 6063, or acceptable equivalent, and for sheet material grade J57S, or
acceptable equivalent, and a certificate shall be obtained from the material supplier stating the grade of material
supplied.
3.
Base metal batching shall be controlled in order that areas match. Critical visible areas shall be from a single
batch. Agree base metal batching with the Supervision Consultant in advance of production.
Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF) Coatings
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1.
C.
2.3
The selected PVDF coating system is required to achieve a high quality durable finish in accordance with the
requirements identified herein. The formulation mix shall be not less than 70% polyvinylidene fluoropolymer
resin with the remaining percentage made up of acrylics.
Powder Coatings: The selected coating shall carry a current British Board of Agrment Approval Certificate or
acceptable equivalent.
FABRICATION
A.
B.
C.
2.4
Anodising
1.
Any fabrication of pre-finished lengths shall be previously agreed with the Supervision Consultant. Uncoated
edges shall not be visible in assemblies or exposed to the atmosphere. Fabricated pieces shall meet the thickness
requirements of BS 3987.
2.
The processes adopted shall be compatible, offering weather resistance, abrasion resistance, impact resistance
and protection against chemical attacks as follows:
a.
For production control the sealing value of the anodising shall be determined in accordance with BS EN
ISO 2931.
b.
Corrosion resistance shall be equal to or greater than that of an anodised aluminium finish thickness of
minimum average 25 microns and sealing in accordance with BS 3987 and the Architectural Specification.
c.
For production control, the abrasion resistance of the anodising shall be determined in accordance with
BS 6161: Part 18. Films, which when tested by this method continue to be scratched by glass coated
abrasive paper do not conform to the Architectural Specification.

1.
In conjunction with the Supervision Consultant, ensure that the application complies with all the relevant parts
of the COSHH Regulations 2002.
2.
When metallic colours are to be used, the top and bottom limits of colour variation and appearance shall be
accepted by the Supervision Consultant prior to coating commencement. The grain on PVDF coated materials
shall be identified in order to ensure that they are fixed in the same direction in their finished position.
3.
The PVDF coating minimum and maximum local dry film thickness on adjacent panels shall not vary by more
than 20%. Submitted samples shall confirm compliance.
4.
The PVDF coating finish shall be identical in all respects subject to the criterion specified, on all components
similarly finished, and hung in the same direction.
5.
Film Thickness: The minimum dry film thickness shall be 30 microns for solid colours and 40 microns for metallic
colours, when measured in accordance with AAMA 2605, Clause 4.3. The minimum local dry film thickness shall
be increased to be consistent with colour selection and type of coating as recommended by the coating
manufacturer. Additionally, the local dry film thickness shall be increased consistent with durability requirements
and environmental conditions, as recommended by the coating manufacturer.
Powder Coatings
1.
In conjunction with the Supervision Consultant, ensure that the application complies with all the relevant parts
of the COSHH Regulations 2002.
2.
The minimum and maximum local dry film thickness on adjacent panels shall not vary by more than 20%. If
this is not achievable, submit samples to the Supervision Consultant for review showing the maximum variation
in coating thickness.
3.
The powder coating shall be consistent throughout in all respects within the upper and lower levels agreed which
shall be based on samples provided and agreed with the Supervision Consultant.
4.
In addition to the requirements of BS 6496, the pretreatment shall use a chromate process.
FINISHING
A.
Metalwork Finishes Generally

1.
Applying Coatings
a.
Apply after fabrication is complete and all fixing holes have been drilled, unless otherwise specified.
b.
Before applying coating remove all paint, grease, flux, rust, burrs and sharp arrises.
c.
Make good all defects that would show after application of coating and finish surfaces smooth.
2.
All finishes shall be stable, fade resistant and not affected by ultraviolet light.
3.
All finishes shall be durable, of uniform texture and colour and be resilient to all known and/or specified
environmental and pollution effects. This shall include scratching and cigarette smoke and burns, and other
similar elements. Submit data and samples for review by the Supervision Consultant.
4.
All finishes shall be within the limits of the agreed samples and without irregularities or distortions. Fixings,
stiffeners, and other similar elements which are not intended to be visible shall be treated so that there is no
discontinuity in the finished surface appearance.
5.
Powder and PVDF coatings shall be applied using only materials suitable for the purpose intended. Aluminium
alloys shall be selected to ensure that the finished visual appearance of all components is consistent and
identical. The alloy for extrusions shall be grade 6063 or 6060 or acceptable equivalent complying with BS EN
754: Parts 3-5 and BS EN 755: Parts 1-9, and for sheet material grade 1200/3103 complying with BS EN 485:
Parts 1-4, BS EN 515 and BS EN 573: Parts 1-3. Aluminium shall be in a condition suitable for the application
of the coating process. The sheet shall be of a suitable and agreed thickness and of suitable temper to withstand
the stoving process.
6.
Liquid Organic Coating: For aluminium alloy components to BS 4842.
7.
Plating of Surfaces
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B.
a.
Z11/5Cadmium/ zinc plating of iron and steel surfaces shall comply with BS EN ISO 2081 and BS EN ISO
2082.
b.
Z11/5Chromium plating shall comply with BS EN ISO 1456.
8.
Unless otherwise specified, concealed items shall be mill finished aluminium in internal conditions only, or hotdip galvanised steel in accordance with BS EN ISO 1461. Any cut edges shall be treated to ensure that the level
of protection is maintained.
9.
Galvanising Generally: To BS EN ISO 1461.
10.
Coating thicknesses shall comply with BS EN ISO 1461 and BS EN ISO 14713 to suit the requirements of the
Architectural Specification.
11.
Where galvanising is visible, the final finish shall be smooth, continuous, consistent and free from flux staining
and other forms of staining. Coating weight shall be consistent maintaining a uniform appearance throughout
the service life of the Works.
12.
Distortion: Ensure that no distortion of fabricated elements occurs during galvanising. Advise the Supervision
Consultant on the possibility for distortion of the steelwork elements during the galvanising process to enable
design modifications of components to be made before fabrication of these components.
13.
Refer to the recommendations of the Zinc Development Association for galvanising and zinc metal-spraying.
14.
Immersion Process: This shall be discussed and agreed with the Supervision Consultant and submitted for
formal comment. This is to ensure that during the galvanising process drips are not allowed to run off fair-faced
surfaces and thus disfigure them. Fair-faced surfaces are all those surfaces that will be visible in the completed
Works. Agree location of all fair-faced surfaces with the Supervision Consultant before application.
15.
Breathing Holes: Locate in unobtrusive places. Agree the location of these holes with the Supervision Consultant
and mark clearly on the Shop Drawings.
Galvanised Self Finish Surfaces

1.
Galvanising: The steelwork shall be supplied to the galvaniser in a suitable condition to be acid pickled in dilute
hydrochloric acid, passivated and then hot dip galvanised in accordance with the provisions of BS EN ISO 1461.
2.
Uniformity: The galvanising shall be carried out in such a way as to maximise the smoothness and uniformity
of the deposited coating. Only use double dipping where no alternative exists.
C.
Galvanised Surfaces to be Over Painted: To BS EN ISO 1461 and BS EN ISO 12944: Parts 1 to 8.
D.
Sprayed Metal Coatings
E.
F.
G.
1.
To BS EN ISO 2063.
2.
Minimum coating thickness shall comply with Table 1 of BS EN ISO 17834.
Anodising
1.
The colour anodising process shall be agreed with the Supervision Consultant. Colouring of the anodic film shall
be achieved by use of a 2-stage electrolytic process utilising cobalt or nickel as the colouring metal or by use
of a single stage integral process. On no account shall anodic films coloured by the use of tin electrolytes be
used. Any proposal by the Contractor for the use of an alternative colouring technique can only be considered
if the anodiser confirms in writing that the alternative process will meet all of the visual, physical and documentary
requirements detailed within the Architectural Specification. Satisfactory independent evidence and samples
will be required to prove that an alternative colouring process will provide an equal or superior standard of
performance and life expectancy.
2.
Anodic oxidation coating shall be carried out at a single place of manufacture. All critical visible areas shall be
anodised in a single batch.
3.
Anodising shall commence after fabrication/ machining is complete wherever possible.
4.
Anodic oxidation coating shall be carried out by the sulphuric acid bath process. The temperatures of the
anodising bath and chemical content shall be set and maintained to achieve good quality control of the finished
product in accordance with BS 3987.
5.
Anodised finishes shall be within the control limits (established from range samples) or standards accepted by
the Supervision Consultant.
6.
The finish shall be agreed with the Supervision Consultant from the range samples provided.
7.
The finish shall be sealed in accordance with BS 3987.
PVDF Coatings
1.
Colour: The colour shall be selected by the Supervision Consultant from the BS/RAL ranges unless otherwise
specified.
2.
Colour Consistency: Colour consistency shall be maintained between batches, in accordance with BS 950: Part
1.
Powder Coatings
1.
Colour: The colour shall be selected by the Supervision Consultant from the BS/RAL ranges.
2.
Colour Consistency: Colour consistency shall be assured from batch to batch for the Works, in accordance with
the conditions described in BS 950: Part 1.
3.
Colour Uniformity: Limits for acceptable colour variations in production shall be established and accepted by
the Supervision Consultant from samples provided by the Contractor prior to production. When metallic colours
are used, top and bottom limits of colour variation and appearance shall be established and agreed prior to
coating commencement. All colour samples shall be submitted and accepted by the Supervision Consultant
before coating commences.
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4.
H.
Bronze
1.
2.5
The minimum and maximum local dry film thickness on adjacent panels shall not vary by more than 20%. If
this is not achievable, submit samples to the Supervision Consultant for review showing the maximum variation
in coating thickness.
The combination and subsequent reaction of the bronze substrate and the post-applied factory finish shall
achieve the visual requirements of the Supervision Consultant as produced through sampling. The finish shall
be consistent throughout and shall be patinated using a brown bronze powder applied with consideration to
natural toning or artificial toning in strict accordance with the manufacturer's written recommendations to achieve
the finish in accordance with the sample.

A.
B.
C.
Anodising
1.
Abrasion resistance: In the event of a dispute, the referee test described in BS EN ISO 8251 shall be carried
out on test pieces cut from 8 No. components whose results from the abrasive paper test indicate that they have
suspect low abrasion resistance. The wear index obtained from the referee test shall be no greater than 1.4,
for acceptance by the Supervision Consultant.
2.
Sealing Value of Anodising: In the event of a dispute, the referee test described in BS EN ISO 3210 shall be
carried out. The maximum weight loss from the referee test shall be no greater than 30mg/dm, for acceptance
by the Supervision Consultant. Impregnated cold sealing processes shall not be used.
3.
Film Thickness: In the event of a dispute the referee test described in BS EN ISO 1463 shall be carried out. The
minimum local film thickness shall be 20 microns with a maximum of 35 microns.
4.
The temperatures of the anodising bath and chemical content shall be set and maintained to achieve good
quality control of the finished product in accordance with BS 3987.
5.
A quality control system for cleaning extrusion dies shall be adopted such that no lines appear on the face of
the extrusions. As a minimum check every 5th extrusion.
6.
Rejected anodised extrusions shall only be reprocessed once.
7.
Finishes shall be tested to BS EN ISO 6581.

1.
Abrasion Test: The coating shall demonstrate a minimum value of 40 for the abrasion coefficient, when tested
in accordance with AAMA 2605, Clause 7.6.2.
2.
Salt Spray Resistance: The coating shall pass the requirements of AAMA 2605, Clause 7.8.2 after an exposure
period of 4,000 hours.
3.
Humidity Resistance: The coating shall pass the requirements of AAMA 2605, Clause 7.8.1 after an exposure
period of 4,000 hours.
4.
Mortar Resistance: Easy removal of mortar shall be obtained after 24 hours when tested in accordance with
AAMA 2605, Clause 7.7.2. In addition, there shall be no loss of film adhesion or visual change in appearance.
5.
Muriatic Acid Resistance: The coating shall show no signs of attack when tested in accordance with AAMA 2605,
Clause 7.7.1.
6.
Product Tests
a.
Product tests shall meet all the requirements of the Architectural Specification.
b.
Test pieces shall consist of finished panels or extrusions representative of product-coated aluminium. Test
pieces shall be at least 150mm long and 75mm wide with a flat coated/ significant surface (as defined in
BS EN ISO 2064) on which to conduct instrumental measurements. The Supervision Consultant shall
indicate exposed/ significant surfaces.
c.
Tests shall be performed on exposed/ significant surfaces as defined in BS EN ISO 2064 and shall meet
the requirements of AAMA 2605.
d.
Test reports shall be produced at the time of coating and made available to the Supervision Consultant.
These reports shall include:
1).
Date when tests were performed and date of issue of report.
2).
Identification of the PVDF coating/ system tested, including product supplier, colour reference,
product code and batch reference.
3).
Statement indicating that the PVDF coating/ system tested passed all tests, or failed one or more.
4).
In the case of failure, which test(s) and description of failure(s).
5).
Statement that all tests were conducted in accordance with the Architectural Specification.
6).
Name and address of the laboratory which conducted the tests and issued the reports.
Polyester Powder Coatings

1.
Demonstrate compliance with the following test requirements:

a.
Artificial Weathering: There shall be no chalking in excess of the minimum illustrated in the photographic
reference standards of ASTM D4214 when tested in accordance with BS 6496, Clause 4.10 (a) or BS
6497, Clause 4.8 (a).
b.
Natural Weathering: There shall be no chalking in excess of the minimum illustrated in the photographic
reference standards of ASTM D4214 when tested for 3 years in accordance with BS 6496, Clause 4.10
(b) or BS 6497, Clause 4.8 (b).
2.
Cupping Test: There shall be no sign of detachment when measured in accordance with BS 6496, Clause 4.5.
3.
Scratch Test: There shall be no penetration to the substrate when tested in accordance with BS 6496, Clause 4.6.
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D.
4.
Adhesion: The coating shall have a classification of Class 0 and there shall be no removal of the coating when
tested in accordance with BS 6496, Clause 4.4.
5.
Flexibility: There shall be no cracking, flaking or film deformation above 6mm when tested in accordance with
BS EN ISO 6860.
6.
Salt Spray Resistance: No blistering, softening or detachment of the coating shall occur when tested for 1000
hours on aluminium to BS 6496, Clause 4.9 or for 500 hours on galvanised steel to BS 6497, Clause 4.7.
7.
Humidity Resistance: No blistering, softening or detachment of the film shall occur when tested in accordance
with BS 6496, Clause 4.11.
8.
Permeability: The coating, when tested in accordance with BS 6496, Clause 4.13, shall show no blistering of
the coating, except within 3mm of any edge.
9.
Mortar Resistance: There shall be no blistering, softening or detachment of the coating, and other similar elements
when tested in accordance with BS 6496, Clause 4.8.
10.
Test pieces shall consist of finished panels or extrusions representative of product-coated aluminium. Test
pieces shall be at least 150mm long and 75mm wide with a flat coated/ significant surface, as defined in BS EN
ISO 2064, on which to conduct instrumental measurements. The Shop Drawings shall indicate exposed/
significant surfaces.
11.
Tests shall be performed on exposed/ significant surfaces as defined in BS EN ISO 2064 as indicated, and shall
meet the requirements of BS 6496 or BS EN 13438.
12.
Test reports shall be produced at the time of coating and made available to the Supervision Consultant. These
reports shall include:
a.
Date when tests were performed and date of issue of report.
b.
Identification of the coating system tested, including product supplier, colour reference, product code and
batch reference.
c.
Statement indicating that the coating system tested passed all tests, or failed one or more.
d.
In the case of failure, which test(s) and description of failure(s).
e.
Statement that all tests were conducted in accordance with the Architectural Specification.
f.
Name and address of the laboratory which conducted the tests and issued the reports.
Plastisol Finishes Adhesion: Test in accordance with BS EN ISO 2409 with no detachment of film from the substrate.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1
PREPARATION
A.
Surface Preparation of Steelwork

1.
Surface preparation shall remove all rust, scale and surface contamination to leave a surface equivalent in
cleanliness to Sa 2.5 quality of Swedish standard SIS 05-59-00. (BS EN ISO 8501: Part 1). In general this shall
be achieved by acid pickling, except where the presence of paint, oil, grease, welding slag, and other similar
elements renders this ineffective, and in all weld areas, the steel shall be locally blast-cleaned to Sa 2.5 quality
of Swedish standard SIS 05-59-00. (BS EN ISO 8501: Part 1).
B.
INSTALLATION
C.
Metalwork Finishes
3.2
1.
Anodising: Lines produced at the location of die connection points shall only occur on non-visible surfaces in
the installed Works. The contact marks on sections resulting from electrical connection shall not be on visible
surfaces of the installed Works.
2.
Applicator Requirements
a.
The PVDF coating application and stoving shall be carried out in accordance with AAMA 2605. The
applicator shall agree to work to this standard and be accepted by the coating supplier. Only a single
coating plant shall be used along with only a single batch of paint, unless otherwise accepted by the
Supervision Consultant.
b.
The powder coating application and stoving shall be carried out in accordance with BS 6496 and/or BS
EN 13438. Only a single coating plant shall be used for the Works along with a single batch of powder,
unless otherwise accepted by the Supervision Consultant.

A.
Site Inspections
1.
Carry out a Site inspection since, due to damage or non-supply of the production test reports, the Supervision
Consultant shall commission an independent investigation of all finishes on Site-fixed units.
2.
This investigation shall be carried out within the guidelines of BS 6001: Part 2, LQ (Limited Quality) (Pa = 10%)
= 5%.
3.
For the purpose of this inspection each section in the window curtain wall or other fabrication shall be taken as
an individual component in assessing the overall batch number to allow the acceptance inspection laboratory
to certify that the Works comply with the Architectural Specification.
4.
For units that are finished in fewer than 3 No. production runs, acceptance inspections shall also be made using
BS 6001: Part 2 to the same LQ.
5.
The acceptance inspection laboratory shall be accepted by the Supervision Consultant and instructed by the
commissioning authority to submit all reports simultaneously to the Contractor and the Supervision Consultant.
6.
These reports shall cover factory production materials and Site-fixed units.
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B.
Certificates of Taking-Over or any other document of authority accepting responsibility may not be signed by the
Supervision Consultant until he has received these reports.
C.
Variation of final surface finish shall be limited to tolerances agreed with the Supervision Consultant prior to
commencement. If such variations do occur then such components that, in the opinion of the Supervision Consultant,
fail to achieve a uniform final surface finish shall be replaced by the Contractor at his own expense.
3.3

A.
Cleaning Frequency for Anodising: The normal cleaning frequency associated with the guarantees shall be not less
than 18 months, unless advised otherwise at the time of Tender.
B.
Cleaning Frequency for Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF) Coatings: The normal cleaning frequency associated with
the guarantees shall be not less than 12 months, unless advised otherwise at the time of Tender.
C.
Cleaning Frequency for Polyester Powder Coatings: The normal cleaning frequency associated with the guarantees
shall be not less than 12 months, unless advised otherwise at the time of Tender.
D.
Adjusting Generally
1.
E.
F.
Adjusting Galvanised Coatings

1.
Touching-up shall not be allowed unless agreement is given by the Supervision Consultant, in which case it
shall be in accordance with Annex C of BS EN ISO 1461.
2.
Where acceptance is given, use the Zilt-Stick system in accordance with the manufacturers current
recommendations. Zilt-Stick is a self-fluxing and galvanising system, which is applied by hand. The stick is made
up of a galvanising compound, which has a foil wrapping, and is rubbed over the affected area until completely
covered. The black flux residue can be removed using a damp cloth.
3.
The maximum size of an area of touch-up shall be determined by locating the point on the damaged surface
that is furthest from an intact galvanised coating. If the distance from this point to the galvanising is in excess
of 10mm, then the member shall be re-galvanised or rejected.
4.
Galvafroid or paint applied finishes shall not be permitted under any circumstances.
Adjusting Anodised Finishes

1.
G.
Repair of Damage: Surface areas likely to be damaged during handling, fixing or by other building trades shall
be fully protected until completion of all other work in the area of the installation. If during fixing or glazing any
damage does occur, this shall be rectified immediately and not left until the end of the installation. Site rectification
of damage shall only be carried out with the Supervision Consultants acceptance and shall carry a 25 year
guarantee for colour retention, avoidance of discolouration and corrosion resistance.
Adjusting Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF) and Polyester Powder Coatings

1.
3.4
Minor scratches and blemishes to finishes shall be repaired using the coating manufacturers recommended
products and system, matching original finish for colour, texture and gloss. Repair coatings shall be visually
acceptable to the Supervision Consultant. Confirmation shall be provided that the repair to the damaged finish
complies in all respects to the requirements of the Architectural Specification. Guarantee in writing that the
damaged or defective coating is satisfactory for the proposed remedial paint system. Employ an independent
finishing consultant to carry out an inspection and any necessary tests and supply a full report to the Supervision
Consultant.
Repair of Damage: If during installation, or later, damage occurs, this shall be rectified immediately and not left
to the end of the installation. Site rectification of damage shall only be carried out with the Supervision Consultants
acceptance and shall carry a guarantee for colour retention, gloss retention and adhesion for the remaining
period of the original guarantee.
PROTECTION
A.
Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF) and Polyester Powder Coatings

1.
Protective Tapes/ Films: When adhesive/ protective tapes/ films are proposed to protect finished products, tapes/
films of a low tack nature shall be used. They shall be applied at room temperature, after the coating is fully
stoved, and remain in contact with the surface for a maximum period of 6 months. Should longer periods be
required, then the tape/ film shall be removed and replaced. Care shall be taken when removing adhesive/
protective tapes/ films. No sharp instruments or abrasive materials shall be used to remove the tape/ film. No
solvents or cleaning solutions shall be used to remove residues, without the prior permission of the Supervision
Consultant. Where adhesive/ protective tapes/ films are used, then the colour shall be white or lighter in tone
than the finish it is protecting.
END OF SECTION
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SECTION 050523 METAL FASTENINGS
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1
1.2
1.3
SUMMARY
SUBMITTALS
QUALITY ASSURANCE
1
1
1
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1
2.2
MATERIALS
2
2
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1
3.2
EXAMINATION
INSTALLATION
2
2
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050523 METAL FASTENINGS
SECTION 050523 METAL FASTENINGS

PART 1 GENERAL
1.1
SUMMARY
A.
1.
B.
C.
Compliance
1.
2.
3.
4.
Consultant.
5.
6.

1.
1.2
Metal fastening and fixings.
SUBMITTALS
A.
B.
Tender Submittals
C.
1.
1.

D.
E.
1.
1.

F.
Sustainability Design Submittals
G.
Closeout Submittals
1.
1.
1.3

following.
a.
Warranties.
b.
frequency.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.
1.
2.
3.
4.
B.
QA/QC procedures for inspection of fixings to the Supervision Consultant to include, but not be limited to, checking
each fixing for correct torques, depth of mortices, alignment, and other similar elements.
C.
All fixings shall be tested in accordance with BS 5080: Parts 1 and 2 by an independent Testing Authority acceptable
to the Supervision Consultant.
D.
Sustainability Standards Certification: Refer to Section 018113 Sustainable Design Requirements.
E.
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1.
2.
Mock-ups
a.
b.
Refer to the Mock-Up Schedule.
Prototypes
a.
3.

a.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1
A.
Durability: Fixings shall be selected such that adequate protection against any corrosion likely to occur in their position
of use is provided for the service life specified.
B.
Rigidity: Fixings shall be used which are suited to the likely stresses, movements and vibrations in use.
C.
Appearance: Unless otherwise specified, fixings shall not be visible; where fixings are visible these shall match or
suit the items being fixed or comply with the Construction Drawings.
D.
Use fixings that are suitable for their intended purpose and adequate to comply with the requirements stated in the
Architectural Specification.
E.
All bolts, screws, nuts, anchors and other fixings shall be of adequate strength for their designed purpose and shall,
unless specified otherwise, be manufactured from the most appropriate grade of austenitic stainless steel or other
materials as specified. Where specified, structural steel fixings shall comply with the grades specified.
F.
Supply all necessary and appropriate fasteners, fixings, bearings, brackets, and other similar elements necessary for
the safe and proper installation plus associated flashings and closures.
2.2
MATERIALS
A.
All fixings shall be of sufficient strength, appropriate to their location, and are provided at adequate positions so as
to ensure the performance of the elements being attached. The fixings shall be suitable and used solely for the
purposes intended by the manufacturer in order to satisfy the requirements of the Architectural Specification.
B.
Powder Actuated Fixing Systems

1.
Do not use powder actuated fixing systems without acceptance by the Supervision Consultant.
C.
D.
2.
Tools shall be to BS 4078: Part 2 and Kite mark certified.
3.
Fasteners, accessories and consumables shall be types recommended by the tool manufacturer.
Screw Fixings
1.
Screws to BS 1210.
2.
Washers and screw cups, where specified, shall be of the same material as the screw.
Packings Generally
1.
Provide suitable, tight packings at fixing points to take up tolerances and prevent distortion.
2.
Use non-compressible, rot-proof, non-corrodible materials positioned adjacent to fixing points.
E.
Types of Nail: Nails shall be to BS 1202.
F.
Masonry Nails: Do not use without acceptance by the Supervision Consultant.
G.
Plugs Generally: Use proprietary types selected to suit the background, loads to be supported and conditions expected
in use.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1
EXAMINATION
A.
3.2
Verification of Conditions: Prior to commencing installation, examine the structural openings, substrate, adjacent
construction and the conditions in which the work will be installed. Verify dimensions and levels, and surfaces to
receive the work of this Work Section. Notify the Supervision Consultant of unsatisfactory conditions.
INSTALLATION
A.
Carry out all necessary preparation work such as drilling, plugging, screwing, bolting, cutting for anchor bolts or sockets
to be cast-in and for making good, including grouting-in of anchor bolts and fixings where necessary.
B.
The method of fixing shall not damage anything being fixed or anything receiving fixings.
C.
Welding shall not be permitted, unless accepted by the Supervision Consultant.
D.
Fasteners shall be installed with a co-ordinated purpose design tooling system that incorporates a mechanical depth
locator to ensure consistent depth setting and facilitates perpendicular installation. The fastener manufacturer shall
be capable of providing on-Site instruction in the use of the fastener installation tooling system.
E.
Ensure that no lock-up stresses are generated.
F.
Generally, fixings within aluminium framing components shall not be visible, with the exception of capping pieces fixed
to vertical mullions.
G.
Visible fixings shall be restricted to the assembly of non-visible elements to support steelwork, using round-headed
Allen bolts into a proprietary system.
H.
Any steel sub-frame assemblies shall be galvanised and effectively weatherproofed to avoid exposure to the external
environment.
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I.
Provide cast-in channel fixings in concrete and fixings directly made to structural steelwork.
J.
Powder Actuated Fixing
K.
1.
Tools shall be used in accordance with BS 4078: Part 1. Operatives shall be trained and certified as competent
by the Contractor.
2.
Ensure that operatives take full precautions against injury to themselves and others.
3.
Remove all unspent cartridges from the Site when no longer required.
4.
Apply zinc rich primer to heads of fasteners used externally in external walls or in other locations subject to
dampness.
5.
Use top hat section plastic washers to isolate cartridge-fired nails from stainless steel components fixed externally,
in external walls or in other locations subject to dampness.
Screw Fixings
1.
All screws shall have clearance holes. Screws of 8 gauge or more and all screws into hardwood shall have pilot
holes approximately half the diameter of the shank.
2.
Before using brass, aluminium or other soft metal wood screws, pre-cut the thread with a matching steel wood
screw.
3.
Do not hammer screws unless specifically designed to be hammered.
4.
Countersink screw heads not less than 2mm below timber surfaces that will be visible in the completed work,
unless specified otherwise.
L.
Packings Generally: Ensure that packings do not intrude into zones that are to be filled with sealants.
M.
Nail Fixing
N.
1.
In joints, use not less than two nails and opposed skew nailing unless specified otherwise.
2.
Drive nails fully in without splitting or crushing the material being fixed.
3.
Punch nail heads below surfaces that will be visible in the completed work.
Plugs Generally: Locate plugs accurately in correctly sized holes in accordance with the manufacturers
recommendations.
END OF SECTION
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SECTION 051200 STRUCTURAL STEEL FRAMING

PART 1 - GENERAL .................................................................................................................. 1
1.1 SUMMARY ............................................................................................................................... 1
1.2 REFERENCES ....................................................................................................................... 1
1.3 SUBMITTALS - PRODUCT DATA ................................................................................... 5
1.4 SUBMITTALS - SHOP DRAWINGS AND DOCUMENTS ........................................ 5
1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE ...................................................................................................... 9
1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING ..................................................................... 9
PART 2 - PRODUCTS ............................................................................................................. 10

2.1 MATERIAL ............................................................................................................................. 10
2.2 FABRICATION...................................................................................................................... 15
2.3 SOURCE QUALITY CONTROL...................................................................................... 21
PART 3 - EXECUTION ............................................................................................................ 22

3.1 ERECTION ............................................................................................................................ 22
3.2 ERECTION TOLERANCES ............................................................................................. 30
3.3 AS ERECTED DRAWINGS .............................................................................................. 31
3.4 INSPECTION AND QUALITY CONTROL ................................................................... 31
APPENDIX A SAMPLE MATERIALS CREDIT DOCUMENTATION SHEET AND

MATERIAL AND RESOURCE CALCULATOR SAMPLE..................... 36
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Issued for Construction / for Information

051200 Structural Steel Framing
PART 1 - GENERAL
SUMMARY
A.
Qatar Construction Specification (QCS) form the basis of the specification for the WORK. The
following clauses are to be added and or supplemented to those of Qatar Construction
Specifications (QCS 2010) Section 16.
B.
Provide structural steel as shown on the Drawings, specified herein, and including all
secondary and tertiary needed for a complete and proper installation.
C.
Related Sections
In addition to the General Conditions, the Contractor shall also refer to the
following specifications:
1.
Division 05 - Cast-In-Place
Concrete REFERENCES
A.
The Standards referred to below, together with all appropriate references

listed within those Standards, shall be used with this Specification. The edition
to be used shall be that current at the date of this Specification, except
that the latest editions of Standards may be used when no reduction in quality
will result. Any differences between their requirements and this Specification
shall be submitted to the Employers Representative for his ruling. Where
a Standard has been specified an equivalent internationally recognised
Standard, such as ASTM or DIN, may be used subject to the Employers
Representative approval.
B.
British Standards
BS 4
Structural steel sections

Part 1: Specification for hot rolled sections
BS 449
The use of structural steel in buildings

Part 2: Metric units
BS 499
Welding terms and symbols

Part 2: Specification for symbols for welding
BS 639
Covered carbon and carbon-manganese steel electrodes

for manual metal-arc welding.
BS 1133
Packaging Code
Section 6 Temporary protection of metal surfaces against
corrosion (during transport and storage)
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BS 1449
Steel plate sheet and strip.

Part 1: Section 1.12: Tolerances on dimensions and shape
for hot-rolled narrow strip.
BS 1763
Thin PVC Sheeting (calendered, flexible unsupported)
BS 2600
Method for radiographic examination of fusion welded butt

joins in steel
Part 1: 2mm up to and including 50mm thick
Part 2: Over 50mm up to and including 200mm thick
BS 2853
The design and testing of steel overhead runway beams
BS 2910
Methods for radiographic examination of fusion welded

circumferential butt joints in steel pipes
BS 2994
Specification for cold rolled steel sections
BS 3643
ISO Metric screw threads

Part 1 Principles and basic data
Part 2 Specification for selected limited of size
BS 3692
ISO Metric precision hexagon bolts, screws and nuts
BS 3923
Methods for ultrasonic examination of welds

Part 1: Manual examination of fusion welds in ferritic steels
Part 2: Automatic examination of fusion welded butt joints in
ferritic steels
BS 4165
BS 4190
Electrode wires and fluxes for the submerged arc welding of

carbon steel and medium tensile steel
ISO Metric black hexagon bolts, screws and nuts BS
4320
Metal washers for general Engineering purposes BS
4360
Weldable structural steels
BS 4395
High strength friction grip bolts and associated nuts and

washers for structural Engineering
Part 1: General grade
BS 4604
The use of high strength friction grip bolts in structural

steelwork
Part 1: General grade
BS 4848
Hot rolled structural steel sections

Part 2: Hollow sections
BS 4872
Approval testing of welders when welding procedure

approval is not required
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Part 1: Fusion welding of steel

BS 4933
ISO Metric black cup and countersunk head bolts and

screws with hexagon nuts
BS 5135
Arc welding of carbon and carbon manganese steels
BS 5289
Visual inspection of fusion welded joints
BS 5400
Steel, concrete and composite bridges

Part 10: Code of practice for fatigue
BS 5531
Safety in erecting structural frames
BS 5950
Structural use of steelwork in buildings

Part 1: Code of practice for design in simple and continuous
construction: hot-rolled sections.
Part 2: Specification for materials, fabrication and erection:
hot-rolled sections.
BS 5996
Specification for acceptance levels for internal imperfections

in steel plate, strip and wide flats, based on ultrasonic testing.
BS 6037
Permanently installed suspended access equipment.
BS 6072
Method for magnetic particle flaw detection
BS 6363
Welded cold formed steel structural hollow sections
BS 6443
Method for penetrant flaw detection
BS 6651
Code of Practice for protection of structures against

lightning.
BS 6722
Recommendations for dimensions of metallic materials
BS 6780
Through thickness reduction of area of steel plates and

wide flats.
BS 7079
Preparation of steel substrates before application of paints

and related products
BS 7668
Weldable structural steels. Hot finished structural hollow

sections in weather resistant steels.
BS EN 287
Approval testing of welders for fusion welding.
BS EN 288
Approval of welding procedures for metallic materials
BS EN 970
Non-destructive
examination
BS EN 10021
General Technical delivery requirements for steel and iron

products
BS EN 10025
Hot rolled products of non-alloy structural steels. Technical

delivery conditions
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examination,
fusion
welds
visual

BS EN 10029 Tolerances on dimensions, shape and mass for hot-rolled steel

plates 3mm thick or above.
BS EN 10034 Structural steel I and H sections - Tolerances on shape and
dimensions.
BS EN 10045
Charpy impact test on metallic materials
BS EN 10051 Continuously hot-rolled uncoated plate, sheet and strip of nonalloy and alloy steels - tolerances on dimensions and
shape.
BS EN 10056
Structural steel equal and unequal leg angles
BS EN 1011-3 Recommendations for welding of metallic materials. Arc welding

of stainless steels.
BS EN 10113
Hot-rolled products in weldable fine grain structural steels
BS EN 10137
Plates and wide flats made of high yield strength structural

steels in the quenched and tempered or precipitation
hardened conditions.
BS EN 10147
Continuously hot-dip zinc coated plate and strip
BS EN 10155 Structural steels with improved atmospheric corrosion

resistance. Technical delivery conditions
BS EN 10164 Steel products with improved deformation properties
perpendicular to the surface of the product. Technical
delivery conditions
BS EN 10204
Metallic products. Types of inspection documents.
BS EN 10210 Hot finished structural hollow sections in non-alloy and fine

grain structural steels.
Part 1: Technical delivery requirements
Part 2: Dimensions, tolerances & sectional properties
C.
American National Standards

AWS D1.1
Structural Welding Code
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SUBMITTALS - PRODUCT DATA

A.
Comply with pertinent provisions of QCS 2010.
B.
Submit two copies to the Employers Representative must of the

manufacturers test certificates verifying that the materials comply with the
relevant British Standards for all structural steel, bolting materials and
welding consumables.
C.
LEED Submittals
1.
Product data for Materials and Resources (MR) Credit 4; for products
containing recycled material, the Contractor is to submit product
information as provided by supplier/manufacturer indicating
percentages by weight post-consumer and preconsumer recycled
content.
2.
The contractor submittal is to include a statement indicating cost for

each product having recycled content.
3.
Product Data for Materials and Resources (MR) Credit 5: Indicate the
location and distance to the project and extraction for all materials. If
only a fraction of the material is extracted locally, then include the
percentage by weight of the material that is considered regional. (Note
that 10-30% of materials used must be extracted and manufactured
within 500miles (800km) radius of the project)
4.
The contractor is to include a statement indicating cost for each product

that is regionally sourced. It will be the contractors responsibility to
document compliance and provide evidence from their suppliers with
regards to the origin (extraction and manufacture) of the materials that
will be used in the project.
5.
The contractor is to submit a completed Materials Credit Documentation

Sheet and a material and resource calculator. Sample sheets are
included at the end of the specification (refer to Appendix A- Sample
Materials Credit Documentation Sheet and Material and Resource
Calculator Sample). Information to be supplied for this form includes
cost breakdowns for the materials included in the Contractor's or
subcontractor's work. Cost breakdowns shall include breakout cost of
materials for each trade and be listed in the Materials Credit
Documentation Sheet and resource calculator.
SUBMITTALS - SHOP DRAWINGS AND DOCUMENTS

A.
Comply with pertinent provisions of QCS 2010.
B.
Shop Drawings and Documents

1.
The Employers Representative will supply the Contractor with

information necessary for the preparation of his drawings and
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2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
documents. If the Contractor discovers any contradiction or ambiguity in

the information supplied by the Employers Representative then written
clarification shall be obtained from the Employers Representative.
The Contractor shall provide the following documents:
a.
Marking plans and details for holding-down bolts, cast-in ferrules
and other embedded items
b.
Engineering and fabrication drawings which are fully coordinated

with all relevant trades
c.
Details of all connections including details of the design approach

and calculations justifying the connection design
d.
Welding procedure details
e.
Fabrication method statement
f.
Erection marking plans
g.
Erection method statement including calculations

appropriate by the Employers Representative.
h.
Details of the Quality Assurance Plan for structural steelwork

together with full details of the stage control and inspection
documents
i.
As erected drawings
Copies of each document shall be submitted to the Employers

Representative for his approval and fabrication shall not be commenced
until such approval has been given in writing. The drawings shall be
submitted in related batches sufficiently in advance of the scheduled
fabrication date to ensure that the Employers Representative has
sufficient time and information to give full consideration to the proposals
on the documents and for any changes to be incorporated and resubmitted for approval. Unless otherwise specified or agreed in writing,
an average period of 20 days shall be allowed from receipt of the
documents by the Employers Representative to their return. These
approval copies shall be additional to the number of copies of final
drawings to be supplied to the Employers Representative.
All documents submitted for approval shall have already been checked
by the Contractors Representative and certified accordingly.
The Employers Representative will verify the correct interpretation of
his requirements but is not responsible for verifying the dimensions or
checking the strength or practicability of the details.
Approval of the documents by the Employers Representative shall not
relieve the Contractor of his contractual obligations. The Contractor shall
be entirely responsible for his contractual drawings including their
accuracy (relative to the Contractors Representative drawings) the
correctness of detail and the proper design of connections and joints
and shall be responsible for any additional work required as a result of
defects in his drawings.
Where the steelwork connects to an existing structure, the Contractor
shall verify on site all dimensions that may affect fabrication and notify
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deemed

the Employers Representative in writing of any discrepancies before

fabrication commences.
C.
Connections and Joints

1.
2.
General
a.
The Contractor shall design and detail all steel connections.
b.
Where typical connections are shown on the Contractors

Representative drawings the Contractor shall satisfy himself as to
their practicability and he shall be at liberty to put forward
alternative suggestions for their design.
c.
All connections designed by the Contractor shall be submitted for

the Contractors Representative review. The Contractor shall
provide calculations to demonstrate the adequacy of connections
which he has designed. In addition to other loads, all connections
shall be designed to resist construction loading.
d.
Connections shall be designed taking account of the effects of any

eccentricity on the component parts of the connection, including
welds and bolts.
e.
The Contractor shall not introduce eccentricity into the layout of

the members nor into the arrangement of the connections except
as agreed by the Contractors Representative in writing.
f.
Before commencing the workshop drawings the Contractor shall

prepare and submit for the Contractors Representative approval
drawings showing typical details proposed for the connections.
g.
The Contractor shall meet the Contractors Representative

approximately one week after these drawings have been
submitted, at a time and place agreed by the Contractors
Representative, to review these drawings and co-ordinate the
procedure for the approval of workshop drawings.
h.
Simply supported end connections shall provide sufficient flexibility

to accommodate the end rotation of the beam. This flexibility may
be provided by movement of bolts in clearance holes or by flexure
of cleats or endplates. Care must be taken to ensure that the
welds and bolts are strong enough to resist the forces necessary
to produce such movement or flexure.
i.
In cleated end connections of beams the cleats shall project 2mm

beyond the end of the member unless specified otherwise on the
drawings.
j.
Load carrying connections shall have not less than two bolts of a
size appropriate to the member or else welds giving a similar
capacity.
Welded Connections
a.
In addition to meeting the requirements of BS 5950 Part 1, for
the design of welds, the guidance given in Appendix A of BS
5135 shall be applied.
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b.
3.
4.
The dimensions of all welds shall be clearly specified on the

working drawings using symbols in accordance with BS 499,
Part 2.
Bolted Connections
a. Unless specified otherwise preloaded high strength bearing
type bolts shall be used for all connections to main structural
members and trusses.
b.
Unless specified otherwise, ordinary bolts in clearance holes

tightened to the snug tight condition will be acceptable for
connections of such members as wind bracings, sheeting rails
and purlins and for minor secondary members.
c.
Nuts in connections subject to vibration shall be of the selflocking type or provided with lock-nuts, except where high
strength friction grip fasteners are used.
d.
Whenever bolted connections are used, the reduced sectional

area of members shall be computed and the members shall be
strengthened if required.
Connections of Runway Beams and Trolley Beams

a.
Connections of runway beams shall comply with BS 2853.
Special attention is drawn to the provisions of Appendix G of BS
2853 - see Amendment No. 3 (PD 6225). Connections of trolley
beams for window cleaning trolleys and the like shall be
designed as for runway beams.
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D.
In order to meet the requirements for erection tolerances under final dead
load, and the criteria of BS 5950 for deflections due to live loads, it will be
necessary to pre-camber those members or pre-set those elements that
would not otherwise comply. The amount of camber or pre-setting necessary
to meet the requirements of this Specification shall be agreed with the
Employers Representative and shall be shown on the shop drawings.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.
The Contractor shall operate a Quality Assurance System for all stages of
the work and all work shall be in accordance with that system. The
Contractor shall have internationally acceptable accreditation to the approval
of the Employers Representative.
DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

A.
Deliver materials to the job site properly marked to identify the location for
which they are intended.
B.
Use markings corresponding to markings shown on the approved Shop

Drawings.
C.
Store in a manner to maintain identification and to prevent damage. Each

grade of steel shall be stored separately.
D.
Particular care shall be taken when transporting, handling or storing parts

which have been metal sprayed, galvanised or painted. If the coating is
damaged it shall be restored to comply with the relevant requirements of
QCS 2010.
E.
Each type and grade of bolt and each type and grade of welding consumable
shall be clearly identified and stored separately.
F.
Each type of welding consumable shall be stored in environmental conditions

suited to that type.
G.
An assembly, which contains several loose parts, may be identified by a

single tag or marking provided that the whole unit is put together before
delivery in such a way that it will not accidentally fall apart.
H.
Holding down bolts shall be delivered to site with the threads protected
against corrosion with Type TP 4a Soft-film grease as specified in BS 1133:
Section 6.
I.
Where specified metal sleeves shall be supplied in accordance with the

drawings.
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PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1
MATERIAL
A.
Plates and Sections

1.
The dimensions of rolled steel sections shall comply with BS 4: Part 1 or

BS 4848. Dimensional tolerances shall comply with BS EN 10034 or
BS EN 10056 as appropriate. The dimensional tolerances for flats round
and square bars shall be as specified in BS EN 10025 Clause 2.2. The
tolerances for plate and strip produced on continuous mills shall comply
with BS EN 10051 or BS1449 as appropriate. Tolerances for plates
produced by non-continuous mills shall comply with BS EN 10029, and
thickness class A tolerances shall apply. The tolerance over or under
the nominal thickness shall be equal to half the total thickness tolerance.
2.
All steel in plates and sections shall comply with the Standards listed in
Table 1 as appropriate, except that rimming steel shall not be used.
Only new steel shall be used; the surface condition of steel shall be in
accordance with subsection Fabrication - Surfaces.
Standard
Product Type
BS EN 10025
Hot rolled products of non-alloy structural steels Technical delivery conditions.
BS EN 10113
Hot rolled products in weldable fine grain structural

steels.
Part 1 - General delivery conditions.
Part 2 - Delivery conditions for normalised steels.
Parts 1, 2 & 3
BS EN 10137
Hot rolled quenched

structural steel plates.
BS EN 10210
Hot finished structural hollow sections of non-alloy

and fine grain structural steels
Part 1 - Technical delivery requirements
Part 2 - Dimensions, tolerances & sectional properties
Parts 1 & 2
BS EN 10155
and
tempered
weldable
Structural steels with improved atmospheric corrosion

resistance.
Technical delivery conditions.
BS 7668
Weldable structural steels.

Hot finished structural hollow sections in weather
resistant steels.
Table 1 Standard Applicable to Various Products of Structural Steel.
3.
Except where noted or agreed otherwise, the particular grade of steel

used shall be determined in accordance with BS 5950 Part 1 Section
2.4.4 adopting a value of K equal to one.
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4.
5.
Steel supplied to BS EN 10025 shall have the following options invoked

by the Contractor at the time of placing an order for the steel:
a.
Option 3: The method of deoxidation shall be as given in table 2 of

BS EN 10025.
b.
Option 5: The carbon equivalent value shall not exceed the values
given in table 4 of BS EN 10025.
c.
Option 7: The carbon content of steels type S355JO, S355J2, and

S355K2 shall not exceed 0.18% by ladle analysis.
d.
Option 9: The impact properties of quality JR material shall be in

accordance with table 6 of BS EN 10025 and shall be verified by
test.
e.
Option 10: When required by this specification, or when noted on

the drawings, products with improved properties perpendicular to
the surface shall be supplied in quality class Z35 to BS EN 10164.
f.
Option 11: Where steel products are to be hot-dip galvanised or

hot enamelled then the steel manufacturers shall be informed of
the particular process in order that steel of a suitable condition is
supplied.
g.
Option 12: Specific inspection and testing shall be carried out for
all steel products according to the requirements of clauses 8.2 to
8.9 of BS EN 10025. The inspection document shall comprise the
inspection certificates as defined in BS EN 10021.
h.
Option 14: The verification of the mechanical properties for quality

JR steels shall be carried out by cast.
i.
Option 17: Flat products in grades S355JR and S355JO that are
greater than 12.5mm thick shall be supplied in a normalised or
equivalent condition. Any flat product that will be subject to hot
working during fabrication or erection shall be supplied in a
normalised or equivalent condition. Quality grades J2G4 and K2G4
shall not be supplied as an option unless specified by the
Employers Representative.
j.
Option 22: Any long product that will be subject to hot working
during fabrication or erection shall be supplied in a normalised or
equivalent condition.
k.
Option 24: Where sections are to be split during the fabrication

process then the steel producer shall be made aware of this
requirement in order that steel of a suitable condition is supplied.
Steel to BS EN 10113 Pt3 shall not be used unless specified by the

Employers Representative, in which case the options required for steel
to Pts 1 & 2 shall be invoked. Steel to BS EN 10113 Pts 1 & 2 shall have
to the following options invoked:
a.
Option 2: The carbon equivalent value shall not exceed the values
given in table 2 of BS EN 10113 part 2 or 3 as appropriate. Unless
agreed otherwise with the Employers Representative, prior to
material ordering, the carbon equivalent value for steel grade S460
to Pt.2 shall be no greater than 0.51%.
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6.
7.
8.
b.
Option 4: Only steel of designation NL shall be supplied unless

otherwise specified by the Employers Representative.
c.
Option 6: When required by this specification, or when noted on

the surface shall be supplied in quality class Z35 to BS EN 10164.
d.
Option 7: When steel products are to be hot-dip galvanised or hot

enamelled then the steel manufacturer shall be informed of the
particular process so that steel of a suitable condition is supplied.
e.
Option 10: Hard stamping of steel shall not be allowed.
f.
Options 13 & 16: All steel products shall be free from internal
defects that would exclude them from being used for their intended
purpose. When option 6 above applies options 13 and 16 shall
also be invoked and ultrasonic testing shall be carried out to BS
EN 10164 or Euronorm 186 as appropriate.
g.
Option 15: Where sections are to be split during fabrication then

the steel producer shall be made aware of this requirement so that
steel of a suitable condition is supplied.
Steel supplied to BS EN 10137 shall have the following options invoked:

a.
Option 2: The product analysis shall be performed to check

compliance with Table 1 of BS EN 10137 - part 2.
b.
Option 5: When required by this specification or when noted on

the surface shall be supplied in quality class Z35 to BS EN
10164.
Steel supplied to BS EN 10210 Part 1 shall have the following options

invoked:
a.
Option 1.2 and 1.4: The carbon equivalent value shall not exceed
the values given in tables A2 or B2 of BS EN 10210 Pt 1.
b.
Option 1.6: The impact properties of quality JO and JR steel shall

be verified by test and shall be in accordance with tables A3 or B3
of BS EN 10210 Part 1.
c.
Option 1.7: Where steel products are to be hot dip galvanised then
the steel manufacturer shall be informed of the particular process
in order that steel of a suitable condition is supplied.
d.
Option 1.9: Specific inspection and testing shall be carried out for
all steel products in accordance with clauses 7.1 to 7.3 of BS EN
10210 Part 1. The inspection document shall include an inspection
certificate of type 3.1B to BS 10204.
Weathering steels supplied to BS EN 10155 shall have the following

options invoked by the Contractor at the time of placing an order for the
steel:
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9.
a.
Option 4: The carbon equivalent value for grade S355 steel shall
be limited to a maximum of 0.52% and for grade S235 steel the
CEV limit shall be 0.44%.
b.
Option 6: The impact properties of all steels shall be in accordance

with table 6 of BS EN 10155 and shall be verified by test.
c.
Option 7: Specific inspection and testing shall be carried out for all
steel products according to the requirements of clauses 8.2 to 8.9
of BS EN 10155. The inspection document shall comprise of the
certificates as defined in BS EN 10021.
Steel supplied to BS 7668 shall have the following options invoked:

a.
Option B4. The carbon equivalent value shall not exceed the value
given in Table B1 of BS 7668.
B.
Cold rolled sections shall comply with BS 2994.
C.
Electrodes
D.
1.
All electrodes shall have a yield strength, tensile strength, toughness

and ductility not less than those specified for the grade of steel being
welded.
2.
Covered electrodes for manual metal-arc welding shall comply with

the requirements of BS 639.
3.
When weathering steel is to be welded the welding electrodes shall be

of matching composition to the parent material.
Bolts, Nuts and Washers

1.
Ordinary bolts and nuts shall comply with BS 3692, BS 4190 or BS

4395 Part 1 for hexagon headed bolts or BS 4933 for cup headed or
countersunk bolts. Unless otherwise specified bolts and nuts shall be
of grade 8.8. Only one grade of steel shall be used for each diameter
of bolt.
2.
Ordinary washers shall comply with BS 4320. Plain washers shall be

made of steel and taper or other special shaped washers shall be of
steel or malleable cast iron.
3.
Bolting materials that have been sheradised or otherwise coated shall

be manufactured and coated to give a satisfactory fit between the
finished bolt and its nut.
4.
High strength friction grip bolts, nuts and washers shall comply with
BS 4395 Part 1.
5.
Galvanising, sherardizing, or electroplating of nuts, bolts and washers

shall be carried out only by the manufacturer of these items.
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E.
Cast-in Holding Down Bolts

1.
For the purposes of this Specification the length of a holding down bolt
shall be taken as the overall length excluding the head (or clear of the
bottom nut in the case of a fabricated bolt) i.e., the sum of the
embedded length, the projecting length and the thickness of the anchor
plate.
2.
Manufactured Bolts
3.
4.
a.
Bolts obtained from bolt manufacturers shall comply with the

requirements of BS 3692 or BS 4190 as appropriate.
b.
Nuts shall comply with the requirements of BS 3692 or BS 4l90

as appropriate and shall be of at least the recommended
strength grade corresponding to the strength grade of the bolts.
Nuts shall be of normal standard thickness; thin nuts shall only
be used as locknuts.
c.
Unless specified otherwise bolts shall be of strength grade 4.6

with nuts of strength grade 4 or higher.
Fabricated Bolts
a.
Where bolts are fabricated from plain round bar the threads
shall be ISO metric, coarse pitch series, free fit as specified in
BS 3643. Both ends shall be threaded and the nut at the bottom
end shall be welded in place to prevent it from turning. The
diameters used shall be those for standard bolts quoted in BS
3692 and BS 4190 as appropriate.
b.
The weight of the bar shall be within plus or minus 2.5% of the
weight appropriate to the true cross sectional area. The bolt
shall be straight within a tolerance of 2mm per metre length of
the bolt, with a minimum tolerance of 2mm. The overall length
shall be accurate within a tolerance of plus or minus 3mm, the
bottom nut being so positioned that the length shall be within a
tolerance of minus zero and plus 5mm. The threaded length
shall be accurate within a tolerance of minus zero and plus
20mm.
c.
Nuts shall comply with the requirements of BS 3692 or BS 4l90

as appropriate and shall be of a strength grade such that the
specified proof load stress of the nut is not less than the specified
minimum ultimate tensile strength of the bolt material, except
that the nuts of strength grade 4 may be used with bolts of grade
43 steel to BS 4360. Nuts shall be of normal standard thickness;
thin nuts shall only be used as locknuts.
d.
Unless specified otherwise, bolts shall be of grade 43 steel to

BS 4360 with nuts of strength grade 8.8 or higher.
Anchor Plates
Unless specified otherwise, anchor plates shall be fabricated from
grade steel to BS 4360. Anchor plates shall be accurate in plan size
within a tolerance of minus zero and plus 10mm; the thickness of plate
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shall be within normal rolling margins as specified in BS 4360. Anchor

plates shall be sufficiently flat and free from warping to prevent grout
from entering at the bottom of the sleeve (if used). The positions of
snugs welded to the underside of anchor plates shall be accurate
within a tolerance of plus or minus 1.0mm.
5.
Sleeves
Bolt sleeves shall be made from mild steel sheet and shall not allow
the passage of cement grout into the tube. The gauge thickness of
steel appropriate to the sleeve diameter will be shown on the bolt
schedules. The length of the sleeve shall be accurate within a
tolerance of plus or minus 3mm and the diameter within plus or minus
5mm. The ends of a sleeve shall be square to its centre line.
6.
Washer Plates
The washer plates which are welded to the heads (or bottom nuts) of
smaller diameter bolts to prevent them from turning between the snugs
on the anchor plate shall be grade steel to BS 4360 unless specified
otherwise. Washer plates shall be accurate in plan size within a
tolerance of plus 2mm and minus 3mm and the corners shall be square
within a tolerance of plus or minus 2. The thickness of plate shall
be within normal rolling margins as specified in BS 4360. The plates
shall be flat and free from warping.
7.
Washers
Unless specified otherwise standard washers shall be normal diameter
black mild steel washers to BS 4320. Where the holes in the baseplate
are larger than normal clearance holes, special washers will be required
to details shown on the schedules; unless specified otherwise these
special washers shall be fabricated from grade steel to BS 4360.
2.2
FABRICATION
A.
Any material identification marks which have been hard stamped into the
material shall be cut off in the course of fabrication.
B.
All measurement shall be made by a steel tape related to a standard tape

which has been certified to be correct at 20C. The tape and the steel to be
measured shall be at the same temperature and proper precautions shall be
taken to tension the tape correctly.
C.
All plates, bars and sections shall be flat, straight and free from twist within
the tolerances specified in the relevant British Standard, unless more
stringent tolerances are specified on the Contractors Representative
drawings. Any flattening or straightening required in achieving the required
tolerances or to satisfy fit-up requirements shall be carried out before any
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other work is done on that item. The method adopted for such work shall be
such as not to deface or weaken the material.
D.
Cutting and Machining

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
E.
Steel may be sawn, sheared, cropped or machine flame cut. Where it is

impractical to use machine flame cutting, the use of hand flame cutting
shall be subject to the approval of the Employers Representative, who
may require dressing or other treatment of the cut edges, depending on
the details of the joint or member.
Where notches are necessary they shall have smooth radiused internal
corners, produced by drilling holes not less than 20mm diameter before
cutting the rest of the notch or by carefully controlled flame cutting.
All burrs left by sawing, cropping or shearing shall be removed before
fabrication or assembly. All sharp arises shall be removed by light
grinding.
The Contractor shall inform the Employers Representative of members
on which he will be using shearing or flame cutting and in cases where
steel so cut is specified as being subject to dynamic or fatigue loading or
liable to brittle fracture, the sheared or flame cut edges shall be
machined to a depth to be agreed by the Employers Representative.
The ends of compression members at splices, caps or bases,
dependent on contact for the transmission of compressive stress, shall
be prepared so that the butting faces are in contact over at least 50% of
the bearing area except for small clearances not exceeding 0.25 mm.
Over the remaining area the gap shall not exceed 0.50mm. Base and
cap plates and other bearing surfaces shall also be prepared to the
same standard.
Members shall be adequately supported in both the vertical and
horizontal planes during cutting or machining to ensure that the
prepared ends are square to the axis of the member.
All plates 25 mm thick and over which are to be connected using high
strength friction grip (HSFG) or fully tensioned fasteners shall be
checked for bowing or 'ripples'; if these defects are present they shall
be eliminated before despatch to site.
In HSFG or fully tensioned connections all surfaces which have been
machined shall be grit blasted in such a way as to provide a slip factor
of not less than 0.45.
Fitted Plates and Stiffeners

The ends of fitted plates and stiffeners shall be accurately sawn or sheared
and ground to fit tightly between the flanges or parts to be stiffened. The
maximum gap shall not exceed 0.25 mm.
F.
Smithed Work
All forging shall be performed in such a manner as not to impair the strength
of the metal. The metal shall not be worked after it has fallen to a 'blue heat'.
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G.
H.
I.
Holes
1.
Holing shall be in accordance with BS 5950 Part 2 (or BS 4604: Part 1

in the case of holes for friction grip bolts). All 'burrs' and 'rags' shall be
removed.
2.
Slotted holes shall either be punched in one operation or else formed by

punching or drilling two round holes and completed by high quality flame
cutting and dressing, to ensure that the bolt can travel the full length of
the slot freely.
3.
Circular holes for bolts shall not be flame cut.
Composite Columns
1.
Ventilation holes shall be provided in the column walls to prevent

dangerous build up of steam pressure inside the column in the event of
a fire. Two 6mm diameter holes placed diametrically opposite each
other both at the top and bottom of each storey height shall be provided.
Care shall be taken to ensure that the holes are positioned outside the
level of any floor slab or screed.
2.
A drain hole shall also be provided at the base of a column to prevent

water collecting if it is left standing on site prior to filling. This hole may
be one of the steam vent holes.
Welding
1.
Welding shall comply with the requirements and recommendations of

BS 5135 except as otherwise directed in this Specification and on the
Contract Drawings.
2.
The Contractor shall determine the welding procedure details to meet

the requirements of this Specification, including the requirements of
Inspection and Quality Control.
3.
Unless otherwise specified, T-butt welds shall be reinforced by equal-leg

fillet welds of leg length equal to a quarter of the thickness of the thinner
plate joined, but not less than 3mm nor greater than 10mm.
4.
Where the steelwork is to be blasted and metal sprayed or galvanised

after fabrication, cleats and other solid attachments welded to the
member shall be welded all round to seal the unprotected surface.
5.
Welding procedure details for steels not complying with BS EN 10025,

BS EN 10155, BS EN 10113, or BS EN 10210 - Grades S275 or S355
shall be agreed with the Employers Representative before fabrication is
started, on the basis of weld procedure tests in accordance with BS EN
288.
6.
Except as otherwise specified, the fit up of elements before welding

shall conform to the recommendations for manual welding given in the
note in clause 11.1 of BS 5135.
7.
The root edges or root faces of butt welds shall not be out of alignment
by more than 15 percent of the thickness of the thinner material but not
greater than 3mm.
8.
The Contractor shall demonstrate to the satisfaction of the Employers

Representative that the proposed weld procedure details are derived
from procedures which have already been approved. Where weld
procedure tests are required to be performed to demonstrate this, the
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tests shall be in accordance with BS EN 288.
J.
9.
All welders shall be suitably qualified and experienced for the work on
which they are employed and shall have satisfied the relevant
requirements of BS EN 287 or BS 4872: Part 1 or AWS D1.1 as
appropriate. The Contractor shall keep records identifying the welder for
each welded joint. Copies of welders qualifications shall be provided by
the Contractor when requested by the Employers Representative.
10.
Welded attachments for fabrication or erection purposes shall be subject

to the Employers Representative approval and shall be clearly shown
on the fabrication drawings.
11.
Unless otherwise specified, all welds shall not be undersized. Butt welds
shall have a uniform convexity up to a maximum of lesser of 3mm or 1/5
of weld size in mm. Concave fillet weld shall have a throat thickness not
less than 0.7 times the specified leg length. Convex fillet welds shall
have a throat thickness not more than 0.9 times the actual leg length. All
welds shall have a smooth surface.
12.
In addition to the above requirements, all welds on steelwork which is

not clad shall be ground smooth.
Shear Stud Welding

1.
Shear studs shall be welded in accordance with the manufacturers

recommendations for materials, procedures and equipment.
2.
When requested by the Employers Representative and before

production welding of studs commences, procedure trials shall be
carried out. The trials shall be made on samples of materials and studs
representative of those to be used in the Works. The samples of
materials and studs shall be subject to the approval of the Employers
Representative.
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K.
Bolted Connections
1.
Bolting up with Close Tolerance Bolts

Holes for close tolerance bolts shall be drilled and reamed. Where the
holes are not drilled through all thicknesses in one operation, the parts
to be joined together shall be accurately lined up with parallel drifts of a
diameter not greater than the nominal size of the hole and not smaller
than 0.15 mm less than the nominal diameter and the holes then reamed.
A close tolerance bolt shall be fitted in each hole reamed and tightened
before the next hole is reamed. All bolts shall be re-tightened after the
last bolt has been fitted.
2.
Bolted Movement Connections

Slotted holes for movement connections shall be provided with
shouldered bolts, spring washers and flat washers.
3.
Correcting hole alignments

Drifting to align holes shall not enlarge the holes or distort the metal.
Holes which cannot be aligned without distortion shall be a cause for
rejection unless enlargement by reaming is specifically approved by the
4.
5.
Provision of washers
a.
Washers shall be provided at slotted holes and elsewhere as

specified. With metal sprayed steelwork a washer shall always be
provided under both head and nut.
b.
Square taper washers shall be provided for all bolts where the bolt
head or nut is bearing on a surface at an angle to the bolt axis
greater than 93 or less than 87.
Bolting Metal Sprayed or Galvanised Steelwork

Ordinary bolted connections on metal sprayed or galvanised steelwork
shall be made using spun galvanised or sheradised bolts, nuts and
washers except where connecting coated steelwork to black steelwork.
L.
Marking
1.
Each piece of steel shall be uniquely identified throughout the

fabrication process.
2.
Each piece of steelwork shall be distinctly marked before despatch in

accordance with the marking drawing prepared by the Steelwork
Contractor. Where applicable it shall also be given other marks and
symbols to assist erection at site, by showing from which works it has
come and to which crane or area it is to be delivered.
3.
The location of marks on members shall be consistent and shall be such

that the marks are clearly visible both before and after erection.
4.
Painted marks shall be applied using a paint that is compatible both in

colour and chemically with the final site anti-corrosion treatment.
5.
The method of marking steelwork which is to be supplied to site fully

painted shall, unless specified otherwise, be as agreed with the
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M.
N.
6.
The painting of the Contractor's name or other advertising matter on

steelwork is not permitted. Any such advertisement must be in the form
of labels which are to be removed after the steel arrives on site.
7.
The marking of Safe Working Load on runway beams shall comply with
BS 2853.
8.
Where high strength bolts and threaded rods are used, additional
marking must be visible which will identify the strength of these. The
manufacturers standard markings will suffice provided that they can be
easily read on site before the bolts are fixed.
Surfaces
1.
Steel surfaces shall not be more heavily pitted or rusted than Grade C of
BS 7079 Part A1. Any major surface defects shall be reported to the
Employers Representative and his instructions followed.
2.
Any minor surface defects such as surface laminations, blow holes and
crevices exposed by blast cleaning shall, subject to the approval of the
Employers Representative, be made good as specified in BS EN 10025,
BS EN 10113, BS EN 10155, BS 7613, BS EN 10210 or BS
7668 as appropriate.
3.
Surfaces which become inaccessible after fabrication or assembly, such

as the inside of structural hollow sections and other box sections, shall
be sealed off from the outside atmosphere by continuous welds unless
specified otherwise.
4.
Hollow members which are to be galvanised shall have vent holes.

These shall be large enough to ensure internal galvanising or if so
specified shall be sealed after the member has been galvanised.
5.
Contact surfaces, other than those where HSFG fasteners are to be

used, shall be treated as required by Section 050180 Corrosion
Protection of Structural Steelwork.
6.
Where specified on the drawings machined surfaces shall receive an

approved coat of travel varnish within four hours of machining.
Trial Assemblies
1.
Trial assemblies shall be carried out in general and for the large truss
elements in particular.
2.
The size of the assemblages shall be determined by the Contractor to

the approval of the Employers Representative and shall be sufficient to
ensure that fit up and erection tolerances can be achieved on site.
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2.3

A.
Comply with pertinent provisions of the relevant British Standards and QCS
2010.
B.
Constituent materials shall be obtained from suppliers operating quality

systems in accordance with either ISO 9001 or an in-house system approved
by the Employers Representative.
C.
If it is found necessary to substitute alternative sections for any of the steel

sections specified then the written approval of the Employers Representative
for the substitution and for the amendments to the detailed drawing showing
the substitution shall be obtained before fabrication is commenced.
D.
Lamination Testing
E.
1.
Except in the case of special plate with through thickness properties

guaranteed by the manufacturer, all plates and sections 40mm or over
in thickness shall be ultrasonically tested for laminations, and shall meet
the acceptance criteria of level B6 to BS 5996.
2.
Other plates may be specified to be ultrasonically tested for laminations.

Unless otherwise specified they shall meet the requirements of level B6
to BS 5996.
3.
Welded joints that cause high tensile through thickness strains to occur
(as discussed in Appendix G of BS 5135), shall be fabricated from steel
that meets the quality level Z35 of BS EN 10164.
4.
For all steel plates and sections which will be subject to throughthickness stresses, the Contractor shall carry out non-destructive testing
on the steel to ensure that the affected zones are free from laminations
and inclusions. Table 5, 18 and 19 of BS 5135 shall be used to determine
acceptance levels for steel products.
Welding shall meet the requirements stated in subsection Materials Welding and shall be subject to the inspection and testing requirements
stated in subsection Inspection and Quality Control.
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PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1
ERECTION
A.
Method of Erection
1.
The Contractor shall submit a detailed Method Statement to the

Employers Representative for approval prior to erection. The Method
Statement shall be in accordance with the method of erection, if any,
specified in the Contractors Representative drawings. When necessary
to amplify the information given in his Method Statement, the Contractor
shall prepare Erection Drawings for approval by the Employers
Representative.
2.
Erection of the steelwork shall be carried out in a safe manner and the
work shall be arranged in such a manner as to facilitate phased hand
over of the steelwork for subsequent operations.
B.
The Contractor shall supply adequate plant, tools, service bolts, drifts, bolt
tightening devices and other equipment to ensure that the steelwork is
correctly erected in accordance with the programme.
C.
Transport, Storage, Handling and Attachments
D.
1.
Care shall be taken when transporting, storing, handling or erecting all

material to ensure that no part is damaged. Damage to any part of the
structure either before or during erection shall immediately be brought to
the notice of the Employers Representative. Damaged material shall be
rectified or replaced. No part that has been damaged shall be
assembled into the structure without the written approval of the
2.
Steelwork to be stored shall not be placed directly on the ground. It shall

be stored in such a manner as to avoid water retention.
3.
Particular care shall be taken when transporting, handling or storing

parts which have been metal sprayed, galvanised or painted. If the
coating is damaged it shall be restored to comply with the relevant
requirements of QCS 2010 for Structural Steelwork.
4.
Lifting points shall be suitably wrapped and protected and steel slings
shall not be allowed to come into direct contact with coated steelwork.
5.
Welded attachments shall not be employed unless they are clearly

shown on the fabrication drawings.
Foundations / Cast in place Concrete works

1.
All the necessary anchorage materials which are to be built into the
foundations / Cast-in-place Concrete elements shall be supplied to site
in time to meet the agreed programme.
2.
Immediately the foundations are available the Contractor shall satisfy

himself that the foundations / Cast-in-place Concrete elements have
been correctly formed and that the holding down bolts has been
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accurately set and have the full amount of play shown on the drawings
and shall inform the Employers Representative accordingly, in writing.
E.
F.
G.
Temperature Effect
1.
In setting out and erecting continuous structures proper adjustments

shall be made as approved by the Employers Representative to
counteract dimensional discrepancies owing to temperature variations.
2.
Where stanchion bases are to be cast into pockets formed in concrete

foundations, any horizontal steel members which tie the stanchions
together shall be fixed first and the stanchions shall then be lined,
levelled, plumbed and concreted in and the concrete in the pockets
allowed to harden before fixing the rest of the steelwork to them.
3.
Except where specified otherwise, sliding joints shall be treated with

molybdenum disulphide grease before erection.
4.
The Contractor shall limit the temperature effects during erection by

adequately controlling the temperature of the element using thermal
insulation or an alternative system approved by the Employers
Representative. He shall demonstrate that the change in temperature of
any element or elements shall not cause undue effects on the structure.
Lining and Levelling

1.
The permanent welding or bolting up of connections shall not be carried

out until a sufficient portion of the structure has been erected and
temporarily connected up, to ensure that there will be no straining of
members during the erection and lining up of the remainder of the
structure.
2.
Temporary bracing, as deemed acceptable by the Employers

Representative shall be provided and left in position until such time as
the building is sufficiently far advanced for such bracing to be no longer
required.
3.
Packs for levelling up stanchions shall be shown on the drawings

submitted for the Employers Representative approval. At least three
sets of packs shall be used for each stanchion. The number of packs
provided shall be 25% in excess of the theoretical requirement.
4.
Packs shall not be larger than is necessary for their purpose, they shall
be sawn and not sheared or flame cut. Packs shall not protrude unduly
from the stanchion base; they shall be grouted in and the grout shall
totally enclose them.
Grouting up of Structures
1.
The Employers Representative shall be informed when stanchions or

other members have been lined, levelled and plumbed and no grouting
or concreting-in shall be done until the Employers Representative has
approved the alignment and plumbing.
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2.
H.
Following such approval, the Contractor shall immediately grout the

baseplates and concrete in the stanchions or other members, using
materials approved by the Employers Representative.
Composite Columns
1.
Welding to Concrete Filled Columns

Primary load bearing structural components shall be welded to the
column before commencing to fill with concrete. Subject to the approval
of the Employers Representative, the welding of relatively small lugs
and fittings after filling may be allowed.
2.
Column Welded Splices

To allow welding to take place, the concrete filling shall be stopped at a
level approximately 250mm below the top of the column. The next
column length can then be spliced into place using a full penetration butt
weld with a backing ring. Following this, concrete filling can be resumed.
3.
Bolted Flange Joints

When a flanged connection is used, the flange shall be welded to the
column before filling. When flanges are used at both ends of a column
length at least one flange shall have to incorporate an aperture for filling.
In order to ensure complete filling under this flange, the maximum size
of any lip shall not exceed 15mm.
4.
5.
Preparation for Concrete Placing

a.
Surfaces to receive concrete shall conform to the requirements of

QCS 2010.
b.
All loose material and debris shall be removed from the bottom of
the column. Any free water which may have collected at the
bottom shall also be removed.
Placing and Compacting the Concrete in Composite Tube Columns

a.
The Contractor shall submit a detailed Method Statement to the

Employers Representative for approval prior to construction.
b.
The Contractor shall conduct a full-scale test on site to the

satisfaction of the Employers Representative to demonstrate the
proposed method of filling, compaction and making good.
c.
Comply with pertinent provisions of Section 00005 Cast-in Place

Concrete.
d.
The columns shall be concrete filled by pumping concrete into the

column through temporary ports in the base of the column. The
Contractor shall design, fabricate, install, remove and make good
the opening and works associated with the temporary ports.
e.
The concrete filling method shall ensure compaction of the

concrete during placing.
f.
Drain holes that are present in the column to prevent build up of

water on site and to allow escape of moisture in the event of fire
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g.
I.
shall be temporarily plugged whilst the concrete is being placed.

The plugs shall be removed after the concrete has achieved its
initial set.
Polythene sheeting shall be placed over the top and tied or taped
around the column to prevent early drying out of the concrete at
the top surface.
HSFG Bolted Connections

1.
Care shall be taken to ensure that all HSFG bolts, nuts, washers etc.
are maintained in good condition. Particular care shall be taken to
ensure that the threads of bolts and nuts are free from damage, grit,
corrosion or any condition necessitating excessive torque to obtain the
required tension. The Employers Representative approval shall be
obtained before lubricating the threads should this be necessary. Care
must be taken in applying lubricant to the threads as it is essential that
no lubricant gets between the contacting surfaces of the steelwork.
Plumber's Tallow is recommended for this purpose; oil shall not be
used.
2.
The faying surfaces shall be prepared to achieve a slip-factor of not less

than 0.45. The Contractor shall demonstrate compliance with this
requirement in accordance with the BS 4604 test method. Galvanised
and metal sprayed surfaces shall always be lightly grit blasted. Painted
surfaces shall be prepared in accordance with QCS 2010.
3.
Assembly shall be in accordance with BS 4604: Part 1. The faying

surfaces shall be kept completely dry for assembly.
4.
General grade HSFG shall be tightened by the Part-Torque, Part-Turn

method in accordance with the procedure described in System A below
or by using load indicating washers in accordance with the procedure
described in system B below.
5.
System A - Part-torque, Part-turn Method of Tightening

a.
After assembly all the bolts in the joint shall be tightened with the
required bedding torque, to ensure that the parts of the joint are
brought into good contact with each other, using a calibrated
tightening device such as a break-back spanner or a torque
controlled impact wrench.
b.
The appropriate values of the bedding torque to be used in each

case will depend on the actual conditions of the bolts and other
factors and will be determined by the Employers Representative
in each case. It may be necessary to conduct trials on site and
facilities shall be made available by the Contractor for this
purpose.
c.
During the tightening of any one joint, the first few bolts tightened
may relax and it may be necessary to tighten each bolt more than
once until the bedding down torque is achieved.
d.
After bedding down, the parts joined together must be in close

contact over their full area, with no signs of distortion in any of the
parts. This stage of tightening is not intended as a corrective for
faulty workmanship in the assembled plies.
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6.
e.
After bedding down the joint each nut and bolt shall be
permanently marked with a cold chisel on one side of the nut and
on the protruding thread of the bolt in one continuous line. This
marking is to record their subsequent relative positions.
f.
Before final tightening is carried out the Employers

Representative shall be informed so that he may check that the
bolts have been correctly bedded down.
g.
A tolerance of +20% on the specified bedding down torque will be

permitted to allow for slight variations in the calibration of the
devices used for tightening and checking.
h.
When permission to proceed has been obtained from the

Employers Representative the bolts shall be further tightened so
that the nut is turned relative to the bolt shank by the amount given
in Table 3 of BS4604 Part 1.
i.
After completion of the turn of the nut the Employers

nut has been turned the correct amount relative to the bolt.
System B - Tightening using Load Indicating Washers

a.
The load indicating washers shall be used in conjunction with

HSFG bolts manufactured in accordance with BS4395 Part 1.
b.
The Contractor shall ensure that the load indicating washers do

not jam on the shanks of the bolts. This can be checked before
installation by placing the load indicating washer upside down on
the bolt (i.e. with the protrusions away from the bolt head). If the
washer does not turn freely on the shank right up to the underside
of the bolt head, the washer or the bolt, whichever is at fault, shall
be rejected.
c.
The load indicating washer shall preferably by fitted with the

protrusions bearing against the bolt head. If this is not possible, it
may be fitted against a special nut face washer which is fitted
against the nut.
d.
Where a hardened taper washer is necessary the bolt shall

preferably be fitted in such a way that the taper washer can be
placed between the nut and the steelwork or, if this is not possible,
the taper washer may be placed between the load indicating
washer and the steelwork.
e.
Where the load indicating washer is fitted under the head of the
bolt care must be taken that the head of the bolt does not turn
during tightening.
f.
Where it is necessary to use the special nut face washers the

manufacturers instructions on assembly shall be carefully followed
to ensure proper functioning of the load indicating washer in this
position.
g.
No methods other than the above shall be used.
h.
After assembly all the bolts in the joint shall be tightened to a

"snug tight" condition, to ensure that the parts of the joint are
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brought into good contact with each other. Snug tight is defined as
the tightness attained by a few impacts of an impact wrench or the
full effort of a man using a spanner. Alternatively the bolts shall be
tightened to a specified bedding torque as in System A,
subsections a. and b.
7.
8.
i.
During the tightening of any one joint, the first few bolts tightened
may relax and it may be necessary to tighten each bolt more than
once until the bedding down torque is achieved.
j.
After bedding down, the parts joined together must be in close

contact over their full area, with no signs of distortion in any of the
parts. This stage of tightening is not intended as a corrective for
faulty workmanship in the assembled plies.
k.
Before final tightening is carried out the Employers

bolts have been correctly bedded down.
l.
When permission to proceed has been obtained from the

Employers Representative each bolt shall be further tightened so
that the average gap is reduced to 0.40 mm maximum in normal
assemblies or 0.25 mm maximum against a nut face washer. The
gaps shall not be reduced to less than 0.10 mm.
m.
After completion of the tightening the Employers Representative

shall be informed so that he can check that the gaps have been
closed to within the limits.
n.
The time, torque and amount of turn required to obtain the

specified gap shall be observed and these should remain
substantially constant for similar bolts.
o.
Where excessive time or turn or unusual force is required to reduce

the gap the reason for this shall be sought and rectified before
proceeding with the work.
High Strength Bearing Type joints

a.
For bearing type joints an applied finish on the contact finishes

shall be permitted.
b.
The procedure for tightening bearing type joints shall be the same
as for HSFG bolts.
Tightening of Galvanised or Plated Nuts and Bolts

a.
J.
Care shall be taken to ensure that coating materials do not strip off
and jam the threads as this will give a false indication of torque.
Site Bolting
1.
All site bolting shall meet the relevant requirements stated in this
Specification.
2.
Bolting up and final tightening of bolts shall be carried out progressively

as the erection, alignment and grouting proceeds in order to release the
steelwork and the area under it for subsequent operations.
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3.
K.
L.
Care shall be taken not to damage bolts by over-tightening.
Site Welding
1.
Where site welding is required the requirements stated in subsection

Fabrication - Welding shall be met and the welding shall be subject to
the inspection and testing requirements stated in subsection Inspection
and Quality Control. Special attention shall be paid to the safety of
welders working on site.
2.
Due precautions shall be taken against inclement weather. Welding

shall not be carried out during rain except under cover and with
adequate protection against ingress of water to the zone to be welded.
Electrodes shall be kept dry and stored in an appropriate environment.
3.
Gas shielded welding shall only be carried out with adequate protection
from wind and draughts.
Installation of Holding Down Bolts

1.
The Contractor shall provide such temporary or permanent supports as

are necessary to ensure that all bolts are cast in position within the
requirements of this Specification. All bolts shall be held rigidly in position
at top and bottom. Permanent supports which project outside the
finished concrete shall be cut away to the Employers Representative
approval. Steel templates with supports independent of the shuttering or
reinforcement shall be used for bolts exceeding 48mm diameter and/or
length exceeding 1 metre.
2.
The Contractor shall provide plugs at the top of bolt sleeves to prevent
ingress of debris into the sleeve and to prevent any washer of lesser
diameter than the sleeve from falling into the sleeve.
3.
The levels of the tops of all holding down bolts shall be accurate within a
tolerance of minus zero and plus 12mm.
4.
When the bolts have been cast in, the bolt threads and the nut shall
either be coated with grease as specified in the subsection Delivery,
Storage and Handling or then wrapped with a suitable thickness of
flexible PVC sheeting to BS 1763, properly tied on, or else wrapped with
two layers of Denso tape.
5.
Once cast in position, bolts shall be protected by the Contractor against

damage from any source until hand over. Where it is necessary for
vehicles to run over areas where there are projecting bolts, the
Employers Representative may direct the Contractor to provide
temporary mass concrete, timber sleepers, or other suitable approved
provisions to protect the bolts against damage.
6.
Bolts Rigidly Cast In
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7.
a.
Where holding down bolts are cast rigidly into concrete, unless a
greater degree of accuracy is called for on the drawings, the
position of the centre of the bolt in plan at any level within the
length of the bolts shall be accurate within a circle of 6mm
diameter, the centre of which is on the intersection of the true
ordinates of the bolt.
b.
Unless a greater degree of accuracy is called for on the drawings

bolts shall not deviate from a plumb line by a slope greater than 1
in 150.
Bolts in Sleeves
a.
The position of the centre line of the bolt in plan at the top and
bottom and at any level within the length of the bolt shall be
accurate within the tolerances given in Table 2 or Table 3 as
appropriate. After the bolts have been concreted in and the top
has been pulled over to its true position, the slope specified in the
appropriate table shall not be exceeded.
b.
Where tolerances to Table 3 are required, this will be indicated on

the Contractors Representative drawings, otherwise Table 2
applies.
c.
The centre line of the bolt shall be free to move laterally at the top
of the bolt within a circle of 30mm diameter, the centre of which is
at the specified position of the bolt.
Bolt Length in mm
Tolerance in mm
300
450
600
750
900
1050
1200
1350
1500
1650
1800
1950
over 1950
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
Final Slope:
1 in 75 (Maximum)
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Table 2 Positional Tolerance for Holding Down Bolts in Sleeves for slab type base plates.
Bolt Length in mm
Tolerance in mm
450
600
900
1200
1500
1800
2100
2400
2700
3000
over 3000
3
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
20
Final Slope:
1 in 50 (Maximum)
Table 3 Positional Tolerance for Holding Down Bolts in Sleeves - for thick castings and for
base plates where the bolts pass through holes at two levels.
8.
M.
Other Requirements
a.
The Contractor shall survey the holding down bolts and other
encast elements and manufacture templates to ensure proper fitup when the steelwork is erected. Oversize holes shall be
provided in the bolt boxes to facilitate erection.
b.
Holding down bolts may be cast solidly into the concrete without
sleeves. A bituminous coating may be applied to the bolts to
facilitate pre-stressing by the Contractor. During pre-stressing,
jacking shall be repeated until it has been demonstrated that
relaxation of shear stresses within the bituminous coating has
taken place.
Electrical Continuity for Lightning Protection

1. All structural steel elements shall be electrically continuous and connected
to the concrete reinforcement by means of a flexible copper earth bond.
2. The system and its installation shall comply with BS 6651.
3.2
ERECTION TOLERANCES
A.
The Contractor shall be responsible for the correct positioning and the
correct levels of the structure.
B.
Unless otherwise specified the tolerances for position and level of the
steelwork shall be:
All setting out dimensions
5mm
Position relative to main setting out lines
10mm
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3.3
Position relative to a local grid established at a

particular level
5mm
Level (5m straight edge)
5mm
Level relative to datum
10mm
Plumb or deviation from vertical alignment of

any element
1 in 2000
but not more
than
50mm
Overall vertical alignment (foundation to roof)
50mm
AS ERECTED DRAWINGS
On completion of the Contract, the Contractor shall provide the Employers
Representative with CD ROM (AutoCad 2004 format) and a set of paper
prints of As Erected drawings comprising following:
1.
2.
3.
4.
3.4
General arrangement drawings

Fabrication drawings
Drawings made after fabrication revisions
The fabrication drawing register
INSPECTION AND QUALITY CONTROL

A.
General
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
B.
The Contractor shall be responsible for carrying out all inspection and
testing in accordance with this Specification.
In the event that materials or workmanship fail to comply with the
requirements of this Specification any further inspection and testing
which is necessary to satisfy the Employers Representative shall be the
responsibility of the Contractor. Testing laboratories shall be accredited
where appropriate.
Additional inspection and testing may be required by the Employers
Representative.
The Contractor shall demonstrate to the Employers Representative that
full records are maintained through all stages of the work and these
records shall be freely available for inspection by the Employers
Representative or his representatives at any time.
The Contractor shall provide safe and easy access for all inspections.
The independent testing laboratory shall comply with pertinent provisions
of QCS 2010-Quality Assurance.
The independent testing laboratory shall be qualified to undertake such
tests be experienced with local construction conditions and hold
approvals from all relevant statutory authorities.
Inspection and Testing of Welding

1.
The Contractor shall carry out inspection and testing of welding to meet
the requirements and recommendations of BS 5135, except as
otherwise directed in this Specification and on the Contract Drawings.
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Welds shall be inspected and tested in accordance with Tables 4 and 5.

Testing procedures shall be in accordance with BS 2600, BS 2910, BS
3923 or equivalent approved.
2.
All welds shall have 100 percent visual inspection to BS 5289 in addition
to the requirements given in this Specification and Contract Drawings.
3.
Inspection and testing by the Contractor shall be carried out by suitably

qualified and experienced staff to the approval of the Employers
Representative and all in accordance with the relevant British Standards
listed in this Specification. Testing shall be carried out by an
independent testing laboratory.
4.
Every facility shall be given to the Employers Representative or such

inspector or testing agencies approved by the Employers
Representative as he may appoint to visit at all reasonable times all
places where work is being carried out and to inspect and test the
steelwork during all stages of preparation, fabrication and trial assembly.
Quality
Category
Location of Weld
Class A
All connections of
structural members.
Class B
All steel elements other than those

shown in Class A.
Class C
Not used
trusses,
primary
Table 4: Requirements for Inspection & Testing Of Welds (& Steel Products
at Zones Subject to Through Thickness Stresses) in accordance with BS
5135 Appendix H Tables 18 & 19
Weld
Category
Requirements
Normal All
welds unless
otherwise
stated below
1. The weld shall not be undersize.

2. Butt welds shall have a uniform convexity up
to a maximum of lesser of 3mm or 1/5 of
weld size in mm.
3. Concave fillet welds shall have a throat
thickness not less than 0.7 times the
specified leg length.
4. Convex fillet welds shall have a throat
thickness not more than 0.9 times the actual
leg length.
5. All welds shall have a smooth surface.
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Special - All
welds
on
steelwork
which is not
clad
1. All above requirements apply.

2. In addition, all welds shall be ground smooth.
Table 5: Particular Requirements for Weld Profile & Surface Finish

5.
When trial assembly is specified it shall be carried out in the

Contractor's works to the extent required by the Employers
Representative to prove the accuracy of the workmanship.
6.
When parts which have to fit together are manufactured in different

works or for any reason cannot be matched before despatch to the site,
the Contractor shall make adequate provision to ensure a correct fit by
providing checking jigs or other suitable means satisfactory to the
7.
A minimum of 5 working days advance notice shall be given to the

Employers Representative of the Contractor's intention of making a trial
assembly.
8.
When random (less than 100 percent) volumetric non-destructive testing

of welds is specified, it shall be ensured that the positions tested are
fully representative of all aspects of the welding (a minimum of 15% of
all welds shall be tested).
9.
The particular method of non-destructive weld testing, approved by the

Employers Representative, shall be sufficiently sensitive to allow the
proper detection of defects and interpretation of results appropriate to
the quality category.
10.
When random (less than 100 percent) volumetric non-destructive testing

of welds reveals unacceptable defects in a joint, all previously untested
joints in the group represented shall be tested until it is established to
the satisfaction of the Employers Representative that the cause of the
defects has been demonstrated and the defects eliminated. This may
require 100 percent testing.
11.
Any work which does not comply with the requirements of this
Specification shall be rectified promptly to the satisfaction of the
Employers Representative including any further inspection and testing
which is deemed to be required.
12.
Inspection by the Employers Representative shall not relieve the

Contractor of
a.
his responsibility to perform his own quality control operations to
ensure that all work meets the Specification and
b.
13.
his responsibility to rectify all defects including any which appear

or are found subsequently.
Copies of welding inspection reports shall be provided by the Contractor

when requested by the Employers Representative.
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C.
D.
Inspection and Testing of Shear Stud Welding

1.
All studs shall be visually inspected. They shall show a full 360 collar.
2.
At locations agreed with the Employers Representative a minimum of

5% of studs shall be subjected to bend test.
3.
The bend test shall be made by striking the head of the stud with a 6 kg
hammer until it is displaced laterally a distance of about one quarter the
height of the stud. The stud weld shall not show any signs of cracking or
lack of fusion.
4.
Studs subjected to the bend test shall not be straightened.
5.
Defective Studs
a.
Studs with defective welding shall be removed by flame cutting or
gouging at a point not less than 3 mm from the surface of the
parent material.
b.
The residual stud material shall be ground flush and the affected
area visually inspected. When thickness of the parent material is
greater than 20 mm it shall also be checked by magnetic particle
inspection.
c.
Acceptance criteria shall be in accordance with the Specification.
d.
Studs shall not be removed by hammering.
Testing Runway Beams, Trolley Beams and Supports for Permanently

Installed Suspended Access Equipment
1.
The testing of runway beams shall be carried out in accordance with BS

2853 and all statutory requirements. The Contractors Representative
shall provide all labour, materials and equipment necessary for the test.
When the runway beams are ready for testing the Employers
Representative shall be informed and the tests shall be carried out in
the presence of the Employers Representative and all relevant approval
bodies, including the Health and Safety Executive and Insurance
Representatives.
2.
Trolley beams for window cleaning trolleys and the like shall be tested
as runway beams.
3.
Supports for Permanently Installed Suspended Access Equipment shall

be tested to meet the requirements of BS 6037.
4.
All beams and supports shall be marked to show the safe working load
where this is not clearly indicated on the lifting equipment itself.
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SECTION 055000 METAL FABRICATIONS
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6
SUMMARY
SUBMITTALS
QUALITY ASSURANCE
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
WARRANTIES
1
1
2
2
2
2
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
2.6
PRODUCT SELECTION
DESIGN CRITERIA
MATERIALS
FABRICATION
FINISHING
2
4
4
5
6
7
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
3.5
3.6
EXAMINATION
PREPARATION
INSTALLATION
PROTECTION
7
7
8
9
9
9
055000

055000 METAL FABRICATIONS
SECTION 055000 METAL FABRICATIONS

PART 1 GENERAL
1.1
SUMMARY
A.
1.
B.
C.
Compliance
1.
2.
3.
4.
Consultant.
5.
6.

1.
D.
1.2
Metal ladders.
Drawing Description References: Reference codes and accompanying descriptions are contained in the System
Reference Sheet (SRS) and identify systems/ components/ products indicated on the Construction Drawings.
SUBMITTALS
A.
B.
Tender Submittals
1.
Drawings showing the full extent of the work.
C.
D.
E.
F.
2.
Die Drawings for metalwork to the Supervision Consultant for review. These shall be considered as Shop
Drawings. The Die Drawings shall indicate polished surfaces and shape.
3.
Product data on proposed materials.
4.
List of tests included.
5.
Summary of deviations from the Architectural Specification.
6.
Outline technical specifications reflecting proposed materials/ systems.
7.
A list of proposed suppliers and Subcontractors intended to be used.
8.
Preliminary method statement.
9.
Preliminary quality plan.
1.
1000mm length of each type of item specified.
2.
All fixings.

1.
Shop Drawings.
2.
Product data on materials and components for use.
3.
Supplementary Product Literature: Include a statement from the manufacturer for the design life of the system.
4.
Statement of manufacturers review confirming suitability of specified materials.

1.
1000mm length of each type of item specified.
2.
All fixings.
Sustainable Design Submittals

1.
G.
Closeout Submittals
1.
following.
a.
Warranties.
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b.
1.3
Operation and Maintenance (O+M) Manuals: Include component list with the manufacturers reference
numbers, descriptions of materials and procedures for repairing and cleaning of finishes and cleaning
frequency.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.
1.
2.
3.
4.
B.
Metal Standards: Comply with the applicable requirements of The Steel Construction Institute publications, and
requirements of the National Structural Steelwork Specification (NSSS).
C.
Contractors Qualifications: A specialist, who has at least 10 years successful experience in performing similar work,
and is certified to BS EN ISO 9001, or operates a similar quality system acceptable to the Supervision Consultant.
Welders shall be certified.
D.
E.
1.
2.
Mock-ups
a.
Typical works interface with surrounding structure including all fixing details.
b.
Prototypes
a.
3.
a.
4.
1.4
To be agreed with the Supervision Consultant.

An area determined by the Supervision Consultant of each element of the works fully installed, completed
and accepted by the Supervision Consultant.
Preconstruction Testing Reports

a.
Provide independently certified test literature for each type of accessory. The test result data shall meet
the requirements of the Architectural Specification.
b.
Where test results for a material or product are not available, undertake testing to show compliance with
the Architectural Specification at an independent testing laboratory acceptable to the Supervision
Consultant.
c.
The provision of testing data or the carrying-out of tests does not relieve the Contractor of his responsibilities
regarding the performance requirements, durability or service life requirements.

A.
Delivery: Deliver materials to Site ready for use in largest sections feasible. Identify deliveries in accordance with
submittals. Protect materials from damage during fabrication and delivery. Deliver materials to Site as close to
installation time as possible.
B.
Storage: Store materials and component parts under cover in dry and clean conditions, clear of the ground. Protect
materials from damage or marring of exposed surfaces and coatings. Retain protection for as long as possible after
installation.
C.
Handling: Handle materials using methods and equipment without damage to members or coatings. Inspect
components before installation. Replace damaged items or work which cannot be satisfactorily re-finished on Site to
the acceptance of the Supervision Consultant.
D.
Provide protective coatings or coverings to protect the work during shipment and construction, without affecting
finishes, imparting residue, affecting adhesion of sealants, or causing deleterious effects in the work.
1.5
A.
General: Install materials and components in weather conditions recommended by the manufacturer. Do not install
any work on surfaces that are dirty, wet or contaminated such that a proper bond, seating or fixing cannot be ensured.
B.
Temperature: Make allowance for differences between design temperature and temperatures on Site during installation
when sizing construction and movement joints.
1.6
WARRANTIES
A.
Provide a warranty for the work of this Work Section undertaking to repair or replace defective work for a period of
12 years. Include in the warranty confirmation that the installation has been inspected and completed in accordance
with the warranty requirements. Include for performing repairs at the convenience of the Employer.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1
PRODUCT SELECTION
A.
General
1.
Do not use products that bear names, logos or references on visible surfaces.
2.
Paints: Co-ordinate the use of primer, decorative and protective coats for items requiring site-applied paints with
Section 099100 Painting.
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B.
C.
D.
Source of Supply
1.
Obtain each product from a single manufacturer with at least 10 years experience of producing similar items.
2.
Obtain auxiliary materials and components from, or under the direction of, the principal products manufacturer.
3.
Products visible in the finished work shall be obtained from a single production run to ensure uniformity.
Type AM-01 Aluminium Flashing

1.
System Description: Aluminium flashing with suitable thickness for service required.
2.
Manufacturer: Refer to the Vendors List.
3.
Finish: As selected by the Supervision Consultant from the manufacturer's full range.
4.
Colour: As selected by the Supervision Consultant from the manufacturer's full range.
5.
Size and Configurations: As selected by the Supervision Consultant from the manufacturer's full range.
Type AM-401 Metal Ladder

1.
System Description: Metal cat ladder fixed on suitable substrate as indicated on the Construction Drawings.
2.
Material: Hot-dip galvanised mild steel.
3.
Finish: Painted.
4.
5.
Rungs: Mild steel tubes spaced as indicated on the Construction Drawings.

a.
E.
F.
G.
H.
Fit rungs in centerline of siderails; plug-weld and grind smooth on outer rail faces.
6.
Provide nonslip surfaces on top of each rung, either by coating rung with aluminum-oxide granules set in epoxyresin adhesive or by using a type of manufactured rung filled with aluminum-oxide grout or as recommended
by the manufacturer.
7.
Galvanise exterior ladders, including brackets and fasteners.
8.
Shop prime exterior ladders, including brackets and fasteners, with zinc-rich primer or primer specified in Section
099100 Painting.
Type AM-410 Stainless Steel Ladder

1.
System Description: Stainless steel ladder including bracketry, fastenings and accessories to complete the
installation.
2.
Size and Configurations: As indicated on the Construction Drawings.
3.
Material: Stainless steel Type 316.
4.
Finish: Manufacturer's standard with slip resistant treads.
5.
Fastenings: All fastenings shall be concealed.
Type L-SF-09 Pool Ladder

1.
Description: Pool ladder including bracketry, fastenings and accessories to complete the installation.
2.
3.
Material: Stainless steel Type 316, 3 No. steps only, spaced as indicated on the Construction Drawings.
4.
Finish: Manufacturer's standard with slip resistant treads.
5.
Fastenings: All fastenings shall be concealed.
Type L-SF-09A Self Standing Lagoon Ladder

1.
System Description: Self standing lagoon ladder including fastenings and accessories to complete the
installation.
2.
3.
4.
Material: Manufacturer's standard Elegance Ladder (or an acceptable equivalent), stainless steel, 3 No. steps.
5.
Finish: Manufacturer's standard with slip resistant steps.
6.
Fastenings: Manufacturer's standard.
7.
Installation: As recommended by the manufacturer.
Type L-SF-10 Decorative Steel Sheet

1.
System Description: Decorative steel sheet fixed on suitable substrate as indicated on the Construction Drawings.
2.
3.
Material: GVS sheet gagecarve C1004 Organic Horizontal Orientation.
4.
Size: As indicated on the Construction Drawings.
5.
Nominal Thickness: 4mm.
6.
Finish: 5005 AQ aluminium sloped at 1 angle for water only, treated to ensure chlorine resistance.
7.
Colour: Champagne.
8.
Fixing: As recommended by the manufacturer.
9.
Fastenings: As recommended by the manufacturer/ Manufacturer's standard.
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DESIGN CRITERIA
A.
The Contractor shall be responsible for all aspects of construction, fabrication, detailing and installation to comply
with the Architectural Specification. This shall include ensuring that all interfacing requirements relating to the building
structure and other systems are accommodated in accordance with the Structural Engineer's details, and that interfaces
with any external envelope elements are fully weathertight.
B.
Dimensions are deemed to be nominal but indicative to the design intent. The Contractor shall maintain these
dimensions and clearly state them on the Shop Drawings; deviations to these shall be stated with the Tender.
C.
Systems shall include supports, bracketry, fixings, seals, sealants, compressible fills, clips, spacers, isolators, gaskets
and all other accessories/ components necessary to complete the installation.
D.
All support systems shall be of adequate thickness and strength to meet the structural requirements and eliminate
risk of distortion in finished surfaces.
E.
The works shall comply with the visual requirements indicated on the Construction Drawings, and provide a consistent
finish to all surfaces.
F.
The Contractor shall propose grades and thickness to suit service conditions and meet performance requirements.
G.
Materials used for fixing shall be stainless steel Type 316. Fixings shall be concealed or inconspicuous to the
acceptance of the Supervision Consultant.
H.
Agree with the Supervision Consultant the period during which the sealant shall not change in appearance or colour.
Any discolouration of sealant during this time shall not be acceptable.
I.
Sealant performance shall be verified by provision of current independent test certificates.
2.3
A.
B.
Specific Movements
1.
The works shall be designed, fabricated and installed to withstand all movements of the building structure under
all specified design loads or combination of loads without damage or any reduction in the performance of the
works.
2.
All fixings shall be capable of providing adequate adjustment with the minimal use of packing shims, which shall
be agreed with the Supervision Consultant.
3.
All necessary movement joints shall be designed to accommodate the maximum movements that can be derived
from the specified and determined design loads and movements. Under maximum movements the joints shall
meet the requirements of the Architectural Specification.
4.
The works shall resist all specified static and dynamic design loads likely to be encountered without causing
permanent deformation of components or the failure of members or seals and shall transmit such loads safely
to the points of support.
5.
The works shall not deflect under loading in any way that is detrimental to any elements of the works or adjacent
structural or building elements.
6.
The works shall accommodate the following movements without any permanent deformation or reduction in the
specified performance:
2.
b.
The effects of internal/ external wind and pressure loadings.
c.
Changes in dimension and shape of components arising from building movements, including settlement,
creep, twisting and racking.
d.
Movement of any joint whether designed to permit movement or not.
e.
Thermal movements.
The works shall be capable of accommodating the following dead loads without any reduction in performance:
a.
The works' own dead load shall be accommodated locally and without causing deflections or movements,
which adversely affect the performance or appearance of the system components.
b.
The dead loads derived from permanent fixtures or services attached to the surfaces of the works.
When calculating loads the worst combination shall be considered, taking account of the fact that the pressure
coefficients at various locations may determine more than one design criterion.
Specific Live Loads

1.
Occupancy class shall be Category A Accommodation type with appropriate UDL and point loads as stated in
BS EN 1991: Part 1-1 and BS EN 1991: Part 1-7.
2.
The works shall be capable of accommodating the following specified live loads without any reduction in
performance:
3.
D.
Deflection under design loads.
Specific Dead Loads

1.
C.
a.
a.
All loads resulting from movements of the building structure and support structure.
b.
A horizontal line load applied to the works, due to the occupants and vehicles, in accordance with BS
6180, BS EN 1991: Part 1-1 and BS EN 1991: Part 1-7.
c.
Impact loads, or transferred impact loads, that occur during the service life of the works, without deterioration
in performance and without sustaining non-repairable damage.
d.
Loads imposed during replacement.
coefficients at various locations may determine more than one design criterion.
Deflections
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E.
F.
1.
The maximum allowable deflection of any element of the works, when carrying full design loads, shall not exceed
15mm or 1/175 of their clear span in a direction normal to the plane of that element, whichever is the lesser value.
2.
The works shall not deflect under loading in any way that is detrimental to any element of themselves or adjacent
3.
All components, couplings and fixings shall be capable of accommodating all of the above deflection without
permanent distortion, deformation or failure.
4.
The works shall accommodate differential structural movements arising from any loads imposed by adjacent
structures.
5.
The magnitude of the allowable deflections shall be reduced if they are detrimental to any part of the works,
their support structure or internal finishes.
Structural Integrity
1.
The works shown on the Shop Drawings and described in the Architectural Specification shall be in accordance
with BS 5395, BS 6180 and BS EN ISO 14122, unless stated otherwise.
2.
Design and construction of barriers shall be in accordance with BS 6180.
Specific Fire Performance Requirements

1.
Surface Spread of Flame Classification: In accordance with UL 723 and ASTM E84 or BS 476: Parts 6 and 7.
2.
Refer to the Fire Strategy Report and the NFPA.

a.
G.
In the event of conflict between the British Standard and the NFPA, the latter shall prevail. Where the
obligation under NFPA is less onerous, the Contractor shall obtain written confirmation from the Local
Municipality as to which standard is acceptable before proceeding with the NFPA compliant solution. Such
written confirmation shall be provided to the Supervision Consultant.
Demountability
1.
Elements of the works shall be individually and independently removable ensuring access for maintenance and/
or replacement of solid units in the event of breakage or damage.
2.
The removal of units shall not affect the performance or safety of adjacent or any other part of the works.
H.
Thermal Movement: The work shall withstand expansion and contraction forces, including differential rates of
movement between different materials, components and colour finishes, resulting from temperature changes.
I.
Durability: The work shall retain its original appearance and performance throughout the life of the building without
failure when maintained in accordance with an agreed maintenance programme. Failure shall be defined as the
occurrence of one or more of the following defects arising from deficiencies in design, material selection or
workmanship:
J.
2.4
1.
Collapse, damage or excessive deflection resulting from the application of specified loads.
2.
Distortion, displacement or other damage to a woven metal fabric that renders it unserviceable or unattractive.
3.
Atmospheric corrosion, stress corrosion, bi-metallic/ electro-chemical corrosion or other premature deterioration
of a material.
4.
Degradation of protective coatings causing galvanised items to suffer corrosion during their life and painted
items to suffer coating breakdown in the period up to first maintenance.
5.
Component parts that may suffer damage under design safety loading shall permit easy replacement with the
minimum amount of disturbance to the building users.
Impact and Abrasion Resistance

1.
The works shall resist abrasion from agreed cleaning methods and maintenance systems without any noticeable
change in surface appearance. Generally, surfaces shall be sufficiently hard to resist all reasonable impacts
from hand-held objects in accordance with BS EN 356.
2.
Impact tests shall be carried out to all works adjacent to pedestrian areas.
3.
The extent of any damage determined through testing shall be recorded and, where possible, quantified. Details
shall be submitted to the Supervision Consultant.
4.
Details of tests shall be provided to demonstrate the performance of materials and finishes in resisting abrasion
from pedestrian traffic (hands, rings, luggage, cloth, shoes, and other similar elements) and any other abrasion
resulting from adjacent traffic movements.
MATERIALS
A.
Metalwork Generally: All materials and components shall be durable and to the minimum standards set out in the
Architectural Specification, together with the relevant British Standards.
B.
Mild Steel: All mild steelwork shall comply with BS EN 1993, unless stated otherwise.
C.
Fixings
1.
Fixing components shall comply with all Statutory Authority requirements (and be to the acceptance of the
applicable Municipality and/ or Structural Engineer) both as to strength and type and shall be designed to carry
all dead, live and wind loading under due consideration of any applicable thermal movements.
2.
Any sheet mild steel, cleats, angles, fixing brackets, and other similar elements used in the fixing assemblies
shall comply with BS 7668, BS EN 10029, BS EN 10210 and BS EN 10025: Parts 1-4 and 6 and rolled sections
shall be used wherever practicable or appropriate. Steel sections used shall be hot-dip galvanised to the
requirements of BS EN ISO 1461 after all cutting, drilling of holes and welding has been completed.
3.
Stainless steel fixing components for the works shall comprise components of high grade austenitic stainless
steel exterior quality to BS EN 10088, BS EN 10084, BS EN 10087, BS EN 10095, BS EN 10048, BS EN 10051,
BS EN 10250: Part 4, BS EN ISO 9445 and BS 8298.
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D.
4.
Fixing bolts, nuts, screws, washers, and other similar elements shall be manufactured from austenitic stainless
steel complying with BS EN ISO 3506: Parts 1 and 2. All screw fixings and attachments shall be secured against
vibrating loose.
5.
All necessary fixings shall be installed for the works.
6.
Visible fixings shall match accepted samples.
7.
Unless otherwise specified, the following basic requirements shall be adhered to:
a.
Rigidity: Only fixings that are suited to the likely stresses, movements and vibrations in use without allowing
any wobble, creaks or deflection of any fixtures or fittings shall be used.
b.
Removability: Items that require accessibility or removal shall be fixed with bolts.
Fasteners: Type and alloy as required for proper strength and to prevent galvanic action with materials fastened.
Exposed fasteners shall have countersunk Phillips head with finish to match adjacent surface.
1.
Stainless Steel Fasteners: Bolts, screws and nuts, Grade A2 or Grade A4 to BS EN ISO 3506: Parts 1 and 2.
Select property class to comply with specified performance requirements. Exposed fasteners shall have Allen
key countersunk heads.
2.
Steel and Aluminium Fasteners: To BS 4183, BS EN ISO 1580, BS EN ISO 7045 and BS 4190. Grade 4.6 nuts
and bolts.
3.
Machine Screws: To BS EN ISO 1479 and BS EN ISO 7049.
4.
Self Drilling Fasteners: To BS EN ISO 1479 and BS EN ISO 7049.
E.
Welding Electrodes: To BS EN ISO 2560. Alloy and type required for strength and compatibility of metals welded.
F.
Inserts: Stainless steel Type 304 or Type 316 of suitable design and strength to suit application.
G.
Shims: Horseshoe type made from stainless or suitably coated steel where concealed. Use sleeve type spacers of
stainless steel for visible shims.
H.
Isolating Materials: Selfadhesive PVC tape, polyester powder coat or 2-pack epoxy paint as recommended by the
manufacturer to suit application.
I.
Sealants: Refer to Section 079200 Joint Sealants.
2.5
FABRICATION
A.
B.
General
1.
Systems shall include fixings, bracketry, support framing and all other components/ accessories necessary to
complete the works in accordance with the Architectural Specification and the design intent indicated on the
Construction Drawings.
2.
Wall mounting brackets shall be two part, with the connection plate fixed to either structural concrete walls, or
concealed mild steel members with suitable countersunk fixings prior to commencement of the following trades.
3.
Infills shall be to profiles positioned horizontally at centres indicated on the Construction Drawings, and in
accordance with Building Regulation requirements. Where necessary, rods shall be factory bent to suit balustrade
layout.
4.
Fixings shall be stainless steel of suitable grade.
5.
Fabricate in the longest practicable lengths, with smooth bends and welded joints.
6.
Metals used in exposed work shall have smooth surfaces, free of blemishes including pitting, seam marks, roller
marks, waves, striations, tool and die marks. Profiles shall be true to angle or curvature as required with sharp
edges and corners.
7.
Fabricate metal items free of stress corrosion or cracking.
8.
Carefully fit and match components and preassemble the work as far as possible in the shop. Do not weld joints
designed to be bolt fixed. Provide hairline joints on contact surfaces.
9.
Select materials and methods of fabrication to achieve accuracy and fit.
10.
Fabricate members and components straight, free of distortion and to the specified tolerances. Heat-treat
components to relieve residual stresses.
11.
Visible surfaces to be true to line and level, free from imperfection, with sharp angles and straight corners.
12.
Provide rebates, lugs and brackets required to assemble and install the work.
13.
Weld or mechanically fix joints to comply with the design and performance requirements. Allow for dismantling,
for handling and delivery.
14.
Incorporate dowels and spigots into joints to accurately align components.
15.
Drill and tap components to allow their rigid assembly and attachment to other work with concealed fasteners,
unless otherwise accepted. Where visible fasteners are permitted set out in an orderly pattern using countersunk
head type. Mitre visible corners, unless otherwise indicated.
16.
Isolate dissimilar materials to prevent galvanic action.
17.
Clearly mark items for proper assembly and installation, using methods that will not mar protective finishes.
18.
Paint finished components shall have fully welded connections, unless otherwise accepted, to protect
unprotected joint faces from corrosion.
Cutting
1.
Saw-cut or shear metal edges square and sharp without causing distortion or discolouration to surfaces. Do
not use flame-cutting equipment.
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2.
Grind cut edges to remove burrs, saw marks and blemishes from exposed edges, or alternatively by welding
and grinding.
3.
Dress meeting faces of joints to produce a proper fit. Grind site splices smooth, flush and square.
4.
Machine drill or mill holes and similar cut-outs.
C.
Bending: Bend sheet metal to the required shape. Bent items shall be free of grain separation, oil canning or other
distortion. Back-cut sheets to attain maximum square bend possible.
D.
Welding - General
E.
F.
2.6
1.
Thoroughly clean surfaces to be joined.
2.
Weld joints where indicated or required for proper assembly.
3.
Weld in accordance with the relevant standards to produce connections as strong and rigid as adjacent sections.
4.
Weld joints continuously along entire line of contact to produce a regular and even contour, free from undercutting,
porosity, discontinuities or other defects.
5.
Grind exposed welds flush and smooth without fillets to maintain the line of the welded members.
6.
All visible cut ends shall be polished smooth with no crude machine cut visible.
7.
Welds on mechanical finished surfaces to match and blend with adjoining surfaces and be imperceptible.
8.
Site cutting shall not be permitted.
9.
Make joints with parent and filler metal fully bonded throughout with no inclusions, holes, porosity or cracks.
10.
Prevent weld spatter falling on surfaces of materials that will be self-finished and visible in completed work.
11.
Remove all traces of flux residue, slag and weld spatter.
12.
Metal arc welding shall be to BS EN 1011: Parts 1 and 2, or other methods subject to review by the Supervision
Consultant.
13.
Where Site or shop welding is required, it shall be by the process known as manual inert gas tungsten-arc
welding and it shall be carried out by a procedure qualified to BS EN ISO 15614: Part 1 and by welders tested
in accordance with BS EN 287: Part 1. Welds shall be continuous and of a material and technique suitable to
the sections being assembled. Weld finish shall be smooth with all flux residues removed and no surface defects
(e.g. undercut, porosity, deep ridges, and other similar elements).
Mild Steel
1.
All mild steelwork shall comply with BS EN 1993, unless stated otherwise.
2.
External visible lines and depressions caused by the internal welding of hollow section steelwork shall be
positioned in the works so as to be non-visible.
Fabrication Tolerances - Non-cumulative

1.
Deviations in panel length, width and diagonal dimension tolerances shall not exceed 1mm.
2.
Straightness: L/1000 or 2mm, whichever is the lesser.
3.
Squareness of Cut Profiles: Depth of profile/ 1000.
4.
Squareness of Fabricated Items: Maximum 2mm difference between diagonals.
5.
Flatness of Fabricated Items: Maximum 2mm difference between one corner and another.
6.
Plumbness: +/-2 to 1mm/m.
7.
Level: +/-1mm/m.
8.
The twist and warping shall not cause any point of the panel to be more than 0.5mm out of plane. The twist and
warping shall not cause any point of the structural frame to be more than 2mm out of plane.
FINISHING
A.
B.
General
1.
Carry out welding, cutting and machining before applying protective coating and finishes.
2.
Prime visible surfaces of nonferrous metals. Prime all surfaces, including joint faces, of ferrous metal fabrications.
Do not paint surfaces within 50mm of site welds; prepare and finish after connections are completed.
3.
Apply finishes to visible surfaces of non-ferrous and ferrous metals in accordance with the paint manufacturers
instructions.
4.
Prime paint items to receive site-applied paint in accordance with Section 099100 Painting.
Site-Applied Paint: In accordance with Section 099100 Painting.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1
EXAMINATION
A.
3.2
Verification of Conditions: Prior to commencing installation, examine the areas and the conditions in which the work
will be installed. Verify dimensions and alignments, and surfaces to receive the work of this Work Section. Notify the
Supervision Consultant of unsatisfactory conditions.
PREPARATION
A.
Fixing to Adjacent Construction

1.
Co-ordinate the delivery and accurate placing of inserts, anchors and brackets for building into or for attachment
to adjacent construction with minimal delay.
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B.
3.3
2.
Provide templates or setting out drawings for forming and locating holes.
3.
Do not cut, drill or otherwise modify the work of others without the acceptance of the Supervision Consultant.
Separate materials identified as reactive in PD 6484 to prevent electro-chemical corrosion.

INSTALLATION
A.
B.
General
1.
Install work accurately in location, alignment and elevation; plumb, level, true and free of rack.
2.
Acceptance shall be received from the Supervision Consultant before drilling or cutting parts of the structure,
other than where indicted on the Shop Drawings.
3.
Cut and abrade items only with the consent of the fabricator. Do modifications and refinishing of items at the
shop, unless otherwise accepted by the Supervision Consultant.
4.
The works shall be square, regular to line, level and plane, with all junctions fitting to the stated tolerances.
5.
Do not install items that are warped, bowed, deformed or otherwise damaged or defaced to such extent as to
impair strength or appearance.
6.
Isolating tape, plastic washers, or other suitable means to prevent bi-metallic corrosion shall be provided between
dissimilar metals, or between preservation treated timber and metal.
Assembly and Fitting

1.
Assemble and fit the work.
2.
Securely anchor work to supporting structure. Use expansion bolts for concrete and masonry, machine screws
or bolts for metal, and screws for timber.
3.
Attach brackets to walls with screws. Exposed cast-in inserts in fair-faced concrete surfaces are not permitted.
4.
Do not exceed the limitations imposed on the spacing and edge distances of expansion anchors by the
manufacturer nor exceed accepted shimming thicknesses.
5.
Bolt connections tight, with threads entirely concealed; cut off exposed threads flush with adjoining surface.
Make allowance for re-torque of stainless steel bolts following the relaxation in stress experienced by such fixings.
6.
Set fasteners with heads parallel to the surface; set countersunk heads flush.
7.
Grind joints smooth and make good finishes as necessary. Secure exposed connections accurately together
with tight hairline joints.
8.
Use only shop-drilled holes for the assembly of the work. Site drilling for fasteners shall not be permitted unless
otherwise accepted by the Supervision Consultant. Locate as instructed.
9.
Welding
a.
Weld connections only when permitted; do not weld galvanised materials or connections intended for
bolting.
b.
Weld only those items that can be ground and finished to match the appearance of the adjacent surfaces.
c.
Weld continuously along joints without causing distortion, discolouration or other imperfections in the
finished work.
d.
Grind welds smooth and imperceptible in the finished work.
C.
Touch-up galvanising to bolts, welds and burned or scratched surfaces.
D.
Tension mesh infill panels to remain within the specified deflection limits without causing distortion in the weave.
E.
Fixings
F.
1.
Carry out all necessary preparation work such as drilling, plugging, screwing, bolting, cutting for anchor bolts
or sockets to be cast-in and for making good, including grouting-in of anchor bolts and fixings where necessary.
2.
3.
4.
Fasteners shall be installed with a co-ordinated purpose design tooling system that incorporates a mechanical
depth locator to ensure consistent depth setting and facilitates perpendicular installation. The fastener
manufacturer shall be capable of providing on-Site instruction in the use of the fastener installation tooling system.
5.
6.
Generally, fixings within aluminium framing components shall not be visible, with the exception of capping pieces
fixed to vertical mullions.
7.
Visible fixings shall be restricted to the assembly of non-visible elements to support steelwork, using roundheaded Allen bolts into a proprietary system.
8.
Any steel sub-frame assemblies shall be galvanised and effectively weatherproofed to avoid exposure to the
external environment.
9.
Fixing Directly to Structure

1.
Provide and install all fixing devices, including framing, bearing brackets, movement fixings, and other similar
elements and carry out all necessary preparation work such as drilling, plugging, screwing, bolting, cutting for
anchor bolts or sockets to be cast in, making good, including grouting-in of anchor bolts, and fixing whatsoever
necessary.
2.
All fixings shall be to the slab edge face condition, to be co-ordinated with the superstructure design.
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G.
H.
3.4
Installation Tolerances
1.
The works shall be erected in proper alignment in relation to established lines and grids indicated on the
2.
Joints: The width of any joint shall not deviate from the nominal width by more than 1mm. Any variation shall
be equally distributed with no sudden changes. The works shall be erected such that no joint is more than 1.5mm
from a vertical plane. The cumulative slope between the same locations on any vertical plane shall not exceed
1 in 1000. The vertical plane of the works shall be within 1.5mm of the theoretical position.
3.
Alignment: Adjacent elements of balustrades shall not deviate from either their intended horizontal or vertical
alignment by more than 2mm.
4.
Level of Horizontal/ Raking Members: 1mm from datum in 1500mm non-cumulative.
5.
Plumb of Vertical Members: 1mm to the vertical in any 1500mm, non-cumulative.
6.
Squareness: Any diagonal length across the panel shall not deviate by more than the lesser of 3mm or 0.075%
of design dimension.
7.
Bow: The centre section of the element shall not bow by more than the lesser of 3mm or 0.075% of the length
of the element measured from a straight line between the ends of the element.
8.
Straightness: Any surface of edge shall not deviate by more than 2mm from a 2m straightedge placed against
it in a direction parallel to the long axis of the element.
9.
Flatness: Any surface shall not deviate by more than 2mm from a 2m straightedge placed against it in any
direction.
10.
Twist: No section of the element may be twisted by more than 1 from the section at either end of the element.
11.
Tolerances shall not be cumulative.
Metalwork
1.
All inaccessible steel shall be properly protected against corrosion for the design life of the Works.
2.
Adequate measures shall be taken to prevent bimetallic corrosion between dissimilar metals and to isolate
aluminium components from cementitious surfaces. To this end attention is drawn to publication PD 6484
'Commentary on corrosion at bimetallic contacts and its alleviation'.
3.
No welds other than those shown on the Shop Drawings, even for temporary attachments or repairs, shall be
acceptable unless agreed in advance by the Supervision Consultant. If welded temporary connections are
agreed upon, then the welding and removal of the connection shall be in accordance with BS EN 1011: Parts
1 and 2.
4.
Vent holes in hollow sections shall be sealed in a manner that shall prevent the ingress of moisture. The proposed
method of achieving this requirement shall be submitted for review by the Supervision Consultant.

A.
Site Tests and Inspections: Perform the specified tests and inspections using a suitably experienced quality manager.
B.
Manufacturers Site Service: Arrange for a technical representative from the manufacturer to do Site visits for 1 full
day at the start of the installation, and once or twice weekly as the work progresses. Technical representative to
provide surveillance of the materials installation, and monitor and report installation procedures and unacceptable
conditions.
C.
Testing of Fixings: As the work proceeds, allow for the bolts to be proof load tested as required and witnessed by the
Structural Engineer.
3.5

A.
Cleaning Generally
1.
Remove debris and unused materials from Site upon completion and dispose of safely. Clean exposed surfaces
using methods recommended by the material manufacturers, and without scratching surfaces. Do not use
abrasive cleaners or materials that will damage adjacent work.
2.
B.
3.6
If stainless steel has not been protected by adhesive film, thoroughly clean prior to presentation to the Supervision
Consultant for acceptance.
Adjusting Generally
1.
Adjust operating parts to provide smooth unbinding operation. Make good adjacent surfaces marred during
installation, to the acceptance of the Supervision Consultant. Repair or replace damaged or defective items to
2.
Consultant.
PROTECTION
A.
Generally
1.
Protect exposed surfaces during and after installation, with boards, coverings, low tack tapes and adhesive film.
Remove and replace protection as instructed, for inspection; remove immediately before Taking-Over.
END OF SECTION
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SECTION 055200 METAL RAILINGS
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6
SUMMARY
SUBMITTALS
QUALITY ASSURANCE
WARRANTIES
1
1
2
2
2
2
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
2.6
2.7
PRODUCT SELECTION
DESIGN CRITERIA
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS - GENERAL
MATERIALS
FABRICATION
FINISHING
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
3.5
3.6
EXAMINATION
PREPARATION
INSTALLATION
PROTECTION
2
3
3
3
5
7
9
9
9
9
11
11
11
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SECTION 055200 METAL RAILINGS

PART 1 GENERAL
1.1
SUMMARY
A.
1.
B.
C.
D.
1.2
Compliance
1.
2.
3.
4.
Consultant.
5.
6.

1.
Purpose-made balustrades and railings.
2.
Proprietary balustrades and railings.
3.
Handrails.
SUBMITTALS
A.
B.
Tender Submittals
1.
Drawings showing the full extent of the work.
C.
D.
E.
F.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
1.
1000mm length of each type of balustrade and handrail.
2.
All fixings.

1.
Shop Drawings.
2.
3.
4.

1.
1000mm length of each type of balustrade and handrail.
2.
All fixings.

1.
G.
Closeout Submittals
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1.
1.3
following.
a.
Warranties.
b.
Operation and Maintenance (O+M) Manuals: Include component list with the manufacturers reference
frequency.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.
1.
2.
3.
4.
B.
Standards: Comply with the applicable requirements of The Steel Construction Institute publications, the National
Structural Steelwork Specification (NSSS).
C.
Contractors Qualifications: A specialist, who has at least 10 years successful experienced in performing similar work,
and is certified to BS EN ISO 9001, or operates a similar quality system acceptable to the Supervision Consultant.
D.
E.
1.
Mock-ups
a.
2.
a.
3.
1.4

a.
4.
Prototypes
An area determined by the Supervision Consultant of each element of the works fully installed, completed

a.
b.
Consultant.
c.

A.
Delivery: Deliver materials to Site ready for use in largest sections feasible. Identify deliveries in accordance with
submittals. Protect materials from damage during fabrication and delivery. Deliver materials to Site as close to
B.
Storage: Store materials and component parts under cover in dry and clean conditions, clear of the ground. Protect
materials from damage or marring of exposed surfaces and coatings. Retain protection for as long as possible after
installation.
C.
Handling: Handle materials using methods and equipment without damage to members or coatings. Inspect
components before installation. Replace damaged items or work which cannot be satisfactorily re-finished on Site to
the acceptance of the Supervision Consultant.
D.
1.5
A.
General: Install materials and components in weather conditions recommended by the manufacturer. Do not install
any work on surfaces that are dirty, wet or contaminated such that a proper bond, seating or fixing cannot be ensured.
B.
Temperature: Make allowance for differences between design temperature and temperatures on Site during installation
when sizing construction and movement joints.
1.6
WARRANTIES
A.
Provide a warranty for the work of this Work Section undertaking to repair or replace defective work for a period of
12 years. Include in the warranty confirmation that the installation has been inspected and completed in accordance
with the warranty requirements. Include for performing repairs at the convenience of the Employer.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1
PRODUCT SELECTION
A.
General
1.
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2.
B.
C.
D.
Source of Supply
1.
2.
3.
Type BAL-101 Balustrade Type 1

1.
System Description: Balustrade including all support, fixings and accessories to complete the installation.
2.
3.
Balustrade Material: As indicated on the Construction Drawings.

a.
b.
4.
Posts: As indicated on the Construction Drawings.
5.
Fixings: All fastenings shall be concealed.
Type BAL-102 Balustrade Type 2

1.
E.
Paints: Co-ordinate the use of primer, decorative and protective coats for items requiring Site-applied paints
with Section 099100 Painting.
System Description: This balustrade system shall be as Type BAL-101 Balustrade Type 1 but this shall be at
buggy and pedestrian bridge.
Type HDR-101 Handrail Type 1

1.
System Description: Handrail including support, fixing and accessories to complete the installation.
2.
3.
Railing Material: As indicated on the Construction Drawings.
4.
a.
b.
Mounting: Wall mounted.

a.
F.
5.
Substrate: As indicated on the Construction Drawings.
6.
Fixings: All fastenings shall be concealed.
Type HDR-102 Handrail Type 2

1.
2.2
Handrails shall be fixed back to receiving substrate via suitable fixings and bracket, to the acceptance of
the Supervision Consultant.
System Description: This handrail shall be as Type HDR-101 Handrail Type 1 but this shall be at buggy and
pedestrian bridge.
DESIGN CRITERIA
A.
B.
Glass to glass external corners shall have joint seals to the manufacturer's recommendation and to the acceptance
of the Supervision Consultant.
C.
Glazed/ infill panels shall be as indicated on the Construction Drawings.
D.
Dimensions are deemed to be nominal but indicative to the Design Intent. The Contractor shall maintain these
E.
F.
G.
H.
I.
Materials used for fixing shall be stainless steel Type 304 or Type 316 unless otherwise noted. Fixings shall be
concealed or inconspicuous to the acceptance of the Supervision Consultant.
J.
K.
2.3
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS - GENERAL

A.
2.4
General: Comply with the performance requirements specified in Division 01 Work Sections.
A.
Specific Movements
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B.
1.
The works shall be designed, fabricated and installed to withstand all movements of the building structure under
all specified design loads or combination of loads without damage or any reduction in the performance of the
works.
2.
All fixings shall be capable of providing adequate adjustment with the minimal use of packing shims, which shall
be agreed with the Supervision Consultant.
3.
All necessary movement joints shall be designed to accommodate the maximum movements that can be derived
from the specified and determined design loads and movements. Under maximum movements the joints shall
meet the requirements of the Architectural Specification.
4.
The works shall resist all specified static and dynamic design loads likely to be encountered without causing
permanent deformation of components or the failure of members or seals and shall transmit such loads safely
to the points of support.
5.
The works shall not deflect under loading in any way that is detrimental to any elements of the works or adjacent
6.
The works shall accommodate the following movements without any permanent deformation or reduction in the
specified performance:
2.
E.
F.
G.
b.
The effects of internal/ external wind and pressure loadings.
c.
Changes in dimension and shape of components arising from building movements, including settlement,
creep, twisting and racking.
d.
Movement of any joint whether designed to permit movement or not.
e.
Thermal movements.
a.
b.
coefficients at various locations may determine more than a single design criterion.
Specific Live Loads

1.
Occupancy class shall be as specified in the Accommodation type with appropriate UDL and point loads as
stated in BS 6399: Part 1.
2.
The works shall be capable of accommodating the following specified live loads without any reduction in
performance:
3.
D.
Deflection under design loads.
Specific Dead Loads

1.
C.
a.
a.
All loads resulting from movements of the building structure and support structure.
b.
A horizontal line load applied to the works, due to the occupants and vehicles, in accordance with BS 6180
and BS 6399: Part 1.
c.
Impact loads, or transferred impact loads, that occur during the service life of the works, without deterioration
in performance and without sustaining non-repairable damage.
d.
Loads imposed during replacement.
coefficients at various locations may determine more than a single design criterion.
Deflections
1.
The maximum allowable deflection of any element of the works, when carrying full design loads, shall not exceed
15mm or 1/175 of their clear span in a direction normal to the plane of that element, whichever is the lesser value.
2.
The works shall not deflect under loading in any way that is detrimental to any element of themselves or adjacent
3.
All components, couplings and fixings shall be capable of accommodating all of the above deflection without
permanent distortion, deformation or failure.
4.
The works shall accommodate differential structural movements arising from any loads imposed by adjacent
structures.
5.
The magnitude of the allowable deflections shall be reduced if they are detrimental to any part of the works,
their support structure or internal finishes.
Structural Integrity
1.
Balustrades and handrails indicated on the Shop Drawings and described in the Architectural Specification shall
be in accordance with BS 5395, BS 6180 and BS EN ISO 14122, unless stated otherwise.
2.
Design and construction of barriers shall be in accordance with BS 6180.
3.
Handrails shall be attached to glass balustrades in such a manner that, should a glass pane fracture, the handrail
will remain in position.
Specific Fire Performance Requirements

1.
Refer to the Fire Strategy Report and the NFPA.
2.
All linings and other materials within the protected shaft shall be of materials of limited combustibility.
Glass Performance Requirements: Refer to Section 088000 Glazing.
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H.
Demountability
1.
Elements of the works shall be individually and independently removable ensuring access for maintenance and/
or replacement of glazed and solid units in the event of breakage or damage.
2.
The removal of units shall not affect the performance or safety of adjacent or any other part of the works.
I.
Thermal Movement: The work shall withstand expansion and contraction forces, including differential rates of
movement between different materials, components and colour finishes, resulting from temperature changes.
J.
Durability
1.
K.
2.5
The work shall retain its original appearance and performance throughout the life of the building without failure
when maintained in accordance with an agreed maintenance programme. Failure shall be defined as the
occurrence of one or more of the following defects arising from deficiencies in design, material selection or
workmanship:
a.
Collapse, damage or excessive deflection resulting from the application of specified loads.
b.
Distortion, displacement or other damage to a woven metal fabric that renders it unserviceable or
unattractive.
c.
Atmospheric corrosion, stress corrosion, bi-metallic/ electro-chemical corrosion or other premature

deterioration of a material.
d.
Degradation of protective coatings causing galvanised items to suffer corrosion during their life and painted
items to suffer coating breakdown in the period up to first maintenance.
e.
Component parts that may suffer damage under design safety loading shall permit easy replacement with
the minimum amount of disturbance to the building users.

1.
The works shall resist abrasion from agreed cleaning methods and maintenance systems without any noticeable
change in surface appearance. Generally, surfaces shall be sufficiently hard (including glass coatings) to resist
all reasonable impacts from hand-held objects in accordance with BS EN 356.
2.
Impact tests shall be carried out to all works adjacent to pedestrian areas in accordance with the
recommendations of BS 8200. Tests shall conform to category B requirements.
3.
The extent of any damage determined through testing shall be recorded and, where possible, quantified. Details
shall be submitted to the Supervision Consultant.
4.
Details of tests shall be provided to demonstrate the performance of materials and finishes in resisting abrasion
from pedestrian traffic (hands, rings, luggage, cloth, shoes and other similar elements) and any other abrasion
resulting from adjacent traffic movements.
MATERIALS
A.
Metalwork Generally
1.
All materials and components shall be durable and to the minimum standards set out in the Architectural
Specification, together with the relevant British Standards.
B.
Mild Steel: All mild steelwork shall comply with BS 5950: Part 1 and BS EN 1993, unless stated otherwise.
C.
Aluminium
D.
1.
Unless specified otherwise, aluminium sheeting shall be a minimum of 3mm thick and satisfy the requirements
of BS EN 485: Parts 1-4, BS EN 515 and BS EN 573: Parts 1-3.
2.
Only appropriate grades, strengths and thicknesses of aluminium shall be used to ensure that all structural and
finishing requirements of the Architectural Specification are met. The wall thicknesses of aluminium extrusions
shall be sufficient to ensure their rigidity in the lengths required in the final installation.
3.
Structural aluminium shall comply with BS EN 1999.
Stainless Steel
1.
E.
Unless otherwise specified, use austenitic, non magnetic, Type 304 or Type 316 to suit application, to BS EN
10088 and BS EN 10095, BS EN 10029, BS EN 10048, BS EN 10051, and BS EN ISO 9445 for plate, sheet
and strip and also to BS EN 10084, BS EN 10087, BS EN 10095 and BS EN 10250: Part 4, as applicable.
a.
Sheet, strip and plate to BS EN 10088: Part 2.
b.
Bars, rods, wire and sections to BS EN 10088: Part 3.
c.
Welded circular tube to BS EN 10296: Part 2.
d.
Seamless circular tube to BS EN 10297: Part 2.
2.
Specific grade designations shall be either as specified in the relevant Work Sections of the Architectural
Specification or, where not identified specifically, selected to meet the performance criteria specified for the
particular element or components.
3.
Stainless steel shall be produced to meet the minimum dimensional tolerances specified in BS EN 10095, BS
EN 10029, BS EN 10048, BS EN 10051 and BS EN ISO 9445 as appropriate.
4.
Sheet: Tension levelled.
5.
Tubes: To BS EN 10216, continuously welded, seamless after final finishing.
6.
Fasteners, Bolts, Screws, Nuts and Fixings: Stainless steel grade A2 or grade A4 to BS EN ISO 3506: Parts 1
and 2. Select the property Class of fastenings to meet the specified performance requirements.
7.
Manual Metal Arc Welding Electrodes: To BS EN ISO 3581.
Stainless Steel Castings
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1.
Shall comply with BS EN 10283 and BS 3146: Part 2.
2.
Shall be of austenitic stainless steel and the casting alloy shall be determined by the Contractor to meet the
requirements of the Architectural Specification but shall be equal or superior to Type 316 with respect to corrosion
resistance.
3.
The surface roughness of the casting surface prior to any subsequent finishing process shall be SCRATA A2
(Steel Castings Research and Trade Association) or better.
4.
Make allowance for 2 No. post production finishing processes to be utilised. The processes shall be agreed with
the Supervision Consultant and shall include blast finishes (including bead blasting) and electropolishing or acid
pickling.
F.
Bronze: Bronze (alloy of copper) shall, where applicable, comply generally with CP 143: Part 12, BS EN 1172 and
current good practice as described in the current editions of the Copper Development Association publications, and
as recommended by the copper manufacturers, unless specified or agreed otherwise.
G.
Fixings
H.
1.
Municipality and/or Structural Engineer) both as to strength and type and shall be designed to carry all dead,
live and wind loading under due consideration of any applicable thermal movements.
2.
3.
All aluminium fixing brackets and cleats shall be manufactured from the appropriate grade of alloy to the
requirements of BS EN 515, BS EN 573: Part 3 and BS EN 755: Parts 1-9. If visible, they shall be finished to
match the metal panels and framing members.
4.
All non-visible supporting aluminium sub-constructions shall be corrosion protected. Mill finished aluminium
shall not be used. Aluminium sub-constructions shall be separated from concrete by bitumen paint or similar
acceptable method. Austenitic stainless steel to BS EN 10088 may be used in lieu of aluminium for any supporting
sub-constructions.
5.
BS EN 10250: Part 4 and BS EN ISO 9445 and BS 8298.
6.
vibrating loose.
7.
8.
Direct contact between aluminium or aluminium alloys and treated timber shall be avoided, unless with the prior
9.
10.
a.
b.
1.
2.
and bolts.
3.
4.
I.
J.
K.
L.
Isolating Materials: Self-adhesive PVC tape, polyester powder coat or 2-pack epoxy paint as recommended by the
M.
N.
Gaskets
1.
Quality system. Each pack supplied shall have a batch number and date of manufacture.
1.
Gaskets shall be made of either Ethylene Propylene material (EPDM/EP) or of silicone.
2.
All visible glazing gaskets shall have factory-formed corners. All other gaskets shall have overlapping joints with
appropriate sealant in between.
3.
The gasket system shall comprise both extruded and moulded elements. These shall perform and appear as a
single element.
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4.
O.
2.6
All gaskets shall be fabricated to the most appropriate grade and hardness. Design and select all gaskets in
order to:
a.
Comply with the stipulations of BS 4255.
b.
Be most appropriate to the extrusion design.
c.
Ensure that glass retention and weatherproofing requirements are maintained by dry solid materials and/
or structural silicone.
d.
Ensure that they do not permanently distort over the working life of the Works.
5.
Provide written confirmation from the gasket manufacturer that the gasket material and designs are wholly
suitable for their specific use in any part of the Works and are compatible with all other materials and sealants
used within the installation and at interfaces with other materials/ components.
6.
The colour of all gaskets shall be black unless specified otherwise.
7.
Gaskets shall not shrink nor warp and shall not deteriorate between the periods stated in the Contractors stated
times for replacement.
8.
Gasket corners in frames shall be preformed and factory vulcanised in ladders.
The choice of seals and gaskets shall not result in any reduction in sound insulation performance.
1.
Glass and glazing materials shall be in accordance with Section 088000 Glazing.
2.
Exposed edges of glass to be polished and chamfered.
3.
Include glazing accessories.
FABRICATION
A.
B.
General
1.
End caps shall be provided to exposed stop ends of metal handrails.
2.
Systems shall include fixings, bracketry, support framing and all other components/ accessories necessary to
complete the works in accordance with the Architectural Specification and the Design Intent indicated on the
3.
Tubular handrails shall be fixed to sleeves in balustrades with concealed fixings. All handrails shall feature
concealed internal sleeved joints.
4.
Wall mounting brackets shall be minimum 10mm mild steel plates with adjustable wall mounting angles, shaped
to match the diameter of the handrail and to profiles indicated on the Construction Drawings.
5.
Wall mounting brackets shall be two part, with the connection plate fixed to either structural concrete walls, or
concealed mild steel members with suitable countersunk fixings prior to commencement of plasterboard dry
lining.
6.
The handrail corners shall be radiused or mitred, as indicated on the Construction Drawings.
7.
Balustrade infills shall be to profiles positioned horizontally at centres indicated on the Construction Drawings,
and in accordance with Building Regulation requirements. Where necessary, rods shall be factory bent to suit
balustrade layout.
8.
Fixings shall be stainless steel of suitable grade.
9.
Finish to stainless steel balustrades/ handrails shall be brushed/ satin and accepted via sampling.
10.
Fabricate rails in the longest practicable lengths, with smooth bends and welded joints, complete with sleeves,
spigots, brackets and other attachments.
11.
marks, waves, striations, tool and die marks. Profiles shall be true to angle or curvature as required with sharp
edges and corners.
12.
Fabricate metal items free of stress corrosion or cracking.
13.
Carefully fit and match components and preassemble the work as far as possible in the shop. Do not weld joints
designed to be bolt fixed. Provide hairline joints on contact surfaces.
14.
Select materials and methods of fabrication to achieve accuracy and fit.
15.
Fabricate members and components straight, free of distortion and to the specified tolerances. Heat-treat
components to relieve residual stresses.
16.
Visible surfaces to be true to line and level, free from imperfection, with sharp angles and straight corners.
17.
Provide rebates, lugs and brackets required to assemble and install the work.
18.
Weld or mechanically fix joints to comply with the design and performance requirements. Allow for dismantling,
for handling and delivery.
19.
Incorporate dowels and spigots into joints to accurately align components.
20.
Drill and tap components to allow their rigid assembly and attachment to other work with concealed fasteners,
unless otherwise accepted. Where visible fasteners are permitted set out in an orderly pattern using countersunk
head type. Mitre visible corners, unless otherwise indicated.
21.
Isolate dissimilar materials to prevent galvanic action.
22.
23.
Paint finished components shall have fully welded connections, unless otherwise accepted, to protect
unprotected joint faces from corrosion.
Cutting
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1.
Saw-cut or shear metal edges square and sharp without causing distortion or discolouration to surfaces. Do
not use flame-cutting equipment.
2.
Grind cut edges to remove burrs, saw marks and blemishes from exposed edges, or alternatively by welding
and grinding.
3.
Dress meeting faces of joints to produce a proper fit. Grind Site splices smooth, flush and square.
4.
Machine drill or mill holes and similar cut-outs.
C.
Bending: Bend sheet metal to the required shape. Bent items shall be free of grain separation, oil canning or other
D.
Welding - General
E.
F.
G.
H.
1.
Thoroughly clean surfaces to be joined.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
All visible cut ends shall be polished smooth with no crude machine cut visible.
7.
8.
Site cutting shall not be permitted.
9.
Make joints with parent and filler metal fully bonded throughout with no inclusions, holes, porosity or cracks.
10.
Prevent weld spatter falling on surfaces of materials that will be self-finished and visible in completed work.
11.
Remove all traces of flux residue, slag and weld spatter.
12.
Metal arc welding shall be to BS EN 1011: Parts 1 and 2, or other methods subject to review by the Supervision
Consultant.
13.
Where site or shop welding is required, it shall be by the process known as manual inert gas tungsten-arc
welding and it shall be carried out by a procedure qualified to BS EN ISO 15614: Part 1 and by welders tested
in accordance with BS EN 287: Part 1. Welds shall be continuous and of a material and technique suitable to
the sections being assembled. Weld finish shall be smooth with all flux residues removed and no surface defects
(e.g. undercut, porosity, deep ridges, and other similar elements).
Welding Stainless Steel

1.
To BS EN 1011: Part 3 and to definitions specified in BS 499: Part 1 and Part 1 Supplement.
2.
Use jigs or acceptable methods as applicable to minimise distortion due to thermal movement during welding.
3.
Select welding methods and consumables to suit type, thickness, shape and location of joints to meet the
performance requirements. Mechanical properties shall be the same or better than base metal. Corrosion
resistance of consumables shall be the same or superior to base metal.
4.
Unless otherwise specified, grind welds to visible areas to a seamless surface appearance. Remove heat tints
using light abrasives, pickling paste, wire brushing; treated area to match specified finish. Manually finish
surfaces difficult to access.
Mild Steel
1.
All mild steelwork shall comply with BS 5950: Part 1 and BS EN 1993, unless stated otherwise.
2.
External visible lines and depressions caused by the internal welding of hollow section steelwork shall be
positioned in the works so as to be non-visible.
Aluminium
1.
All extruded aluminium alloy members shall be fabricated from the appropriate grade of aluminium alloy
complying with BS EN 754: Parts 3-5 and BS EN 755: Parts 1-9 unless otherwise specified.
2.
Aluminium panels shall be manufactured such that the grain on each runs in the same direction.
3.
Aluminium extrusions containing score lines resulting from poorly polished surfaces shall not be acceptable.
4.
Aluminium sheets shall not suffer bowing, dimpling, oil canning, sagging, pillowing, rippling, warp, abrupt
transitions or other visible deformation or irregularity.
Stainless Steel
1.
Unless otherwise specified, welds to visible areas of stainless steel shall be ground smooth to achieve a seamless
surface. Heat tints shall be removed using light abrasives, pickling paste, wire brushing or similar to achieve
continuity with the specified finish. Areas difficult to access shall be manually finished if necessary.
2.
All welds shall comply with BS EN 1011: Part 3 and the definitions given in BS 499: Part 1 and Part 1 Supplement.
Distortion due to thermal movement shall be minimised using jigs or other methods as appropriate during welding.
Welding methods and consumables shall be chosen as most appropriate to the type, thickness, shape and
location of joints to meet the performance levels required and have mechanical properties at least equal to the
original base metal. In addition, consumables shall have an equal or superior corrosion resistance to the base
metal being welded. All welding recommendations required to meet other relevant standards as specified shall
also apply. Electrodes for manual metal arc welding shall comply with BS EN ISO 3581.
3.
Stress corrosion or cracking shall not occur and all necessary precautions in the fabrication and installation of
stainless steel elements/ materials shall be undertaken, avoiding the simultaneous presence of any of the
following:
a.
Tensile stresses.
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4.
I.
J.
2.7
b.
Residual stresses after cold working or welding.
c.
Aggressive local environmental conditions.
d.
Metal temperatures that in conjunction with the above may induce stress corrosion cracking.
Thermal Cutting of Stainless Steel: After cutting, grind off material that is liable to corrode.

1.
Shall be manufactured using the lost wax process or such other process as may be proposed by the Contractor
2.
The surface finish of the castings shall be determined by the submission of samples for review and acceptance
by the Supervision Consultant. Samples once accepted should be the standard required for all subsequent
castings to be used in the works.
Fabrication Tolerances: Non-cumulative.

1.
Deviations in panel length, width and diagonal dimension tolerances shall not exceed 1mm.
2.
Straightness: L/1000 or 2mm, whichever is the lesser.
3.
Squareness of Cut Profiles: Depth of profile/1000.
4.
Squareness of Fabricated Items: Maximum 2mm difference between diagonals.
5.
Flatness of Fabricated Items: Maximum 2mm difference between a single corner and another.
6.
Plumbness: +/-2mm/m to 1mm/m.
7.
Level: +/-1mm/m.
8.
The twist and warping shall not cause any point of the panel to be more than 0.5mm out of plane. The twist and
warping shall not cause any point of the structural frame to be more than 2mm out of plane.
FINISHING
A.
B.
General
1.
2.
Do not paint surfaces within 50mm of Site welds; prepare and finish after connections are completed.
3.
instructions.
4.
Prime paint items to receive Site-applied paint in accordance with Section 099100 Painting.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1
EXAMINATION
A.
3.2
Verification of Conditions: Prior to commencing installation, examine the areas and the conditions in which the work
will be installed. Verify dimensions and alignments, and surfaces to receive the work of this Work Section. Notify the
Supervision Consultant of unsatisfactory conditions.
PREPARATION
A.
B.
3.3

1.
2.
3.
Do not cut, drill or otherwise modify the work of others without the acceptance of the Supervision Consultant.
Separate materials identified as reactive in PD 6484 to prevent electro-chemical corrosion.

INSTALLATION
A.
B.
General
1.
2.
Acceptance shall be received from the Supervision Consultant before drilling or cutting parts of the structure,
other than where indicted on the Shop Drawings.
3.
Cut and abrade items only with the consent of the fabricator. Do modifications and refinishing of items at the
shop, unless otherwise accepted by the Supervision Consultant.
4.
The works shall be square, regular to line, level and plane, with all junctions fitting to the stated tolerances.
5.
6.
Isolating tape, plastic washers, or other suitable means to prevent bi-metallic corrosion shall be provided between
dissimilar metals, or between preservation treated timber and metal.
Assembly and Fitting

1.
Assemble and fit the work.
2.
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3.
Attach handrail brackets to walls with screws. Exposed cast-in inserts in fair-faced concrete surfaces are not
permitted.
4.
Do not exceed the limitations imposed on the spacing and edge distances of expansion anchors by the
manufacturer nor exceed accepted shimming thicknesses.
5.
Bolt connections tight, with threads entirely concealed; cut off exposed threads flush with adjoining surface.
Make allowance for re-torque of stainless steel bolts following the relaxation in stress experienced by such fixings.
6.
7.
Grind joints smooth and make good finishes as necessary. Secure exposed connections accurately together
with tight hairline joints.
8.
Use only shop-drilled holes for the assembly of the work. Site drilling for fasteners shall not be permitted unless
otherwise accepted by the Supervision Consultant. Locate as instructed.
9.
Welding
a.
Weld connections only when permitted; do not weld galvanised materials or connections intended for
bolting.
b.
Weld only those items that can be ground and finished to match the appearance of the adjacent surfaces.
c.
Weld continuously along joints without causing distortion, discolouration or other imperfections in the
finished work.
d.
Grind welds smooth and imperceptible in the finished work.
C.
Touch-up galvanising to bolts, welds and burned or scratched surfaces.
D.
Glazing: Install glass and glazing materials in accordance with Section 088000 Glazing.
E.
Tension mesh infill panels to remain within the specified deflection limits without causing distortion in the weave.
F.
Fixings
G.
H.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Generally, fixings within aluminium framing components shall not be visible, with the exception of capping pieces
fixed to vertical mullions.
7.
8.
9.
Fixing Directly to Structure

1.
Provide and install all fixing devices, including framing, bearing brackets, movement fixings, and other similar
elements and carry out all necessary preparation work such as drilling, plugging, screwing, bolting, cutting for
anchor bolts or sockets to be cast in, making good, including grouting-in of anchor bolts, and fixing whatsoever
necessary.
2.
All fixings shall be to the slab edge face condition, to be co-ordinated with the superstructure design.
1.
The works shall be erected in proper alignment in relation to established lines and grids indicated on the
2.
Joints: The width of any joint shall not deviate from the nominal width by more than 1mm. Any variation shall
be equally distributed with no sudden changes. The works shall be erected such that no joint is more than 1.5mm
from a vertical plane. The cumulative slope between the same locations on any vertical plane shall not exceed
1 in 1000. The vertical plane of the works shall be within 1.5mm of the theoretical position.
3.
Alignment: Adjacent elements of balustrades shall not deviate from either their intended horizontal or vertical
alignment by more than 2mm.
4.
Level of Horizontal/ Raking Members: 1mm from datum in 1500mm non-cumulative.
5.
Plumb of Vertical Members: 1mm to the vertical in any 1500mm, non-cumulative.
6.
Squareness: Any diagonal length across the panel shall not deviate by more than the lesser of 3mm or 0.075%
of design dimension.
7.
Bow: The centre section of the element shall not bow by more than the lesser of 3mm or 0.075% of the length
of the element measured from a straight line between the ends of the element.
8.
Straightness: Any surface of edge shall not deviate by more than 2mm from a 2000mm straightedge placed
against it in a direction parallel to the long axis of the element.
9.
Flatness: Any surface shall not deviate by more than 2mm from a 2000mm straightedge placed against it in
any direction.
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3.4
10.
Twist: No section of the element may be twisted by more than 1 from the section at either end of the element.
11.
Tolerances shall not be cumulative.
12.
At the time of completion, the visual requirements of the works are such that, within any planning grid area, the
allowable tolerances are to be equally distributed to ensure that:
a.
The balustrades are vertical.
b.
The vertical joints are of equal size and at equal centres.
c.
The support mullions are vertical and at even centres.
d.
The works' supports have straight lines and flat planes.
e.
The horizontal joints are of equal size and in line between adjacent panels.
f.
The gap between the panels and structure posts is constant.
Metalwork
1.
All inaccessible steel shall be properly protected against corrosion for the design life of the Works.
2.
'Commentary on corrosion at bimetallic contacts and its alleviation'.
3.
No welds other than those shown on the Shop Drawings, even for temporary attachments or repairs, shall be
acceptable unless agreed in advance by the Supervision Consultant. If welded temporary connections are
agreed upon, then the welding and removal of the connection shall be in accordance with BS EN 1011: Parts
1 and 2.
4.
Vent holes in hollow sections shall be sealed in a manner that shall prevent the ingress of moisture. The proposed
method of achieving this requirement shall be submitted for review by the Supervision Consultant.

A.
B.
conditions.
C.
3.5

A.
Cleaning Generally
1.
Remove debris and unused materials from Site upon completion and dispose of safely. Clean exposed surfaces
using methods recommended by the material manufacturers, and without scratching surfaces. Do not use
abrasive cleaners or materials that will damage adjacent work.
2.
B.
3.6
If stainless steel has not been protected by adhesive film, thoroughly clean prior to presentation to the Supervision
Consultant for acceptance.
Adjusting Generally
1.
Adjust operating parts to provide smooth unbinding operation. Make good adjacent surfaces marred during
installation, to the acceptance of the Supervision Consultant. Repair or replace damaged or defective items to
2.
Consultant.
PROTECTION
A.
Generally
1.
Protect exposed surfaces during and after installation, with boards, coverings, low tack tapes and adhesive film.
Remove and replace protection as instructed, for inspection; remove immediately before Taking-Over.
END OF SECTION
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SECTION 057500 DECORATIVE FORMED METAL
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
SUMMARY
SUBMITTALS
QUALITY ASSURANCE
1
1
2
2
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
2.6
PRODUCT SELECTION
DESIGN CRITERIA
MATERIALS
FABRICATION
FINISHING
3
4
4
5
6
8
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
3.5
3.6
3.7
EXAMINATION
PREPARATION
INSTALLATION
TOLERANCES
PROTECTION
8
8
8
9
10
10
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SECTION 057500 DECORATIVE FORMED METAL

PART 1 GENERAL
1.1
SUMMARY
A.
1.
B.
C.
D.
1.2
Compliance
1.
2.
3.
4.
Consultant.
5.
6.

1.
Metal wall linings.
2.
Metal ceiling linings.
3.
Associated framing, anchouring devices, fixings and shop-applied finishes.
SUBMITTALS
A.
B.
Tender Submittals
1.
Shop Drawings showing the full extent of the work.
C.
D.
E.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
Colour control limits shall be submitted as samples with the Tender for review and comment by the Supervision
Consultant. The specified finishes shall be within these limits agreed and held by the Supervision Consultant.
11.
QA/ QC procedures for inspection of fixings to the Supervision Consultant to include, but not be limited to,
checking each fixing for correct torques, depth of mortices, alignment, and other similar elements.
1.
300mm x 300mm sample of all decorative formed metal types in the proposed finish.
2.
Sample of demountable support system.
3.
500mm length of support/ framing/ furring pieces.
4.
All types of proposed fixings, anchour devices.

1.
Shop Drawings.
2.
3.
4.
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1.
Samples as specified forming the acceptable control samples for each panelling type.
2.
All types of proposed fixings, anchor devices.
3.
1000mm length of support/ framing/ furring pieces.
4.
Sample of demountable support system.

1.
G.
1.
1.3
Closeout Submittals
following.
a.
Warranties.
b.
numbers, descriptions of materials and procedures for repairing and cleaning of finishes and cleaning
frequency.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.
1.
2.
3.
4.
B.
Decorative Formed Metal Standards: Comply with the applicable requirements in the publications of The Steel
Construction Institute and requirements of the National Steelwork Specification (NSSS) and BS EN ISO 8501: Part 1.
C.
Contractors Qualifications
1.
A specialist, who has at least 10 years successful experienced in performing similar work, and is certified to BS
EN ISO 9001, or operates a similar quality system acceptable to the Supervision Consultant.
2.
3.
Applicators of PVDF, anodising and powder coatings shall be acceptable to the manufacturer of the applicable
coating.
D.
E.
1.
2.
Mock-ups
a.
Typical works interface with surrounding structure including all fixing details.
b.
Prototypes
a.
3.
a.
4.
1.4

An area determined by the Supervision Consultant of each type, fully installed, completed and accepted
by the Supervision Consultant.

a.
b.
Consultant.
c.

A.
General: Adequate storage shall be provided for all components to maintain them free from damage and in conditions
suitable for their required moisture content. Do not deliver to Site until components can be immediately unloaded into
adequate storage or fixed in position.
B.
Delivery
1.
Deliver items and components to Site in largest sections practical. Identify deliveries in accordance with
submittals. Protect materials from damage during fabrication and delivery. Deliver materials as close to
2.
C.
Do not deliver components to Site until required and do not remove protective package/ coverings until
immediately before required for fixing.
Storage
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D.
1.
Store items and components under cover in dry and clean conditions, clear of the ground. Protect materials
from damage or marring of exposed surfaces and coatings. Retain protection for as long as possible after
installation.
2.
Stack panels flat on bearers and separated by spacers where necessary to prevent damage to or from projections.
Handling
1.
Handle materials using methods and equipment without damage to members or coatings. Inspect components
before installation.
2.
Replace damaged items or work which cannot be satisfactorily re-finished on Site to the acceptance of the
Supervision Consultant.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1
PRODUCT SELECTION
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
H.
General
1.
2.
Paints: Co-ordinate the use of primer, decorative and protective coats for items requiring Site-applied paints
with Section 099100 Painting.
Source of Supply
1.
2.
3.
Type MT-01 Dark Brushed Bronze

1.
System Description: Dark brushed bronze on suitable substrate/ including fixings and accessories to complete
the installation.
2.
3.
Finish: Dark brushed bronze, clear lacquer coated.
4.
5.
Thickness: As indicated on the Construction Drawings.
6.
Substrate/ Framing: As indicated on the Construction Drawings.
Type MT-03 Brushed Stainless Steel

1.
System Description: Brushed stainless steel on suitable substrate/ including fixings and accessories to complete
the installation.
2.
3.
Finish: Brushed, clear lacquer coated.
4.
Thickness: As indicated on the Construction Drawings.
5.
6.
Type MT-04 Light Brass Satin Brushed

1.
Description: Light brass satin brushed on suitable substrate as indicated on the Construction Drawings.
2.
3.
4.
Finish: Lacquer coated, satin brushed. Finish to match sample.
5.
Colour: Light brass.
Type MT-06 Dark Brushed Bronze

1.
System Description: Oil brushed dark bronze on suitable substrate/ including fixings and accessories to complete
the installation.
2.
3.
4.
Finish: Anodised, clear lacquer coated.
5.
Colour: Dark bronze.
6.
Type MT-07 Dark Bronze Metal Mesh

1.
System Description: Dark bronze metal mesh including fixings and accessories to complete the installation.
2.
3.
Finish/ Colour: To match Type MT-01 Dark Brushed Bronze, clear lacquer coated.
4.
Type MT-08 Metal Mesh Patterned Panels
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2.2
1.
System Description: Metal mesh patterned panels including supports, fastenings and accessories to complete
the installation.
2.
3.
Panel Size and Configurations: As indicated on the Construction Drawings.
4.
Pattern/ Reference/ Composition: Manufacturer's standard 20 CUI Rain Anthracite Chocolate comprising horse
hair, silver and copper threads.
5.
Finish: Clear lacquer coated.
DESIGN CRITERIA
A.
B.
Dimensions are deemed to be nominal but indicative to the Design Intent. The Contractor shall maintain these
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
Materials used for fixing shall be stainless steel Type 304 for internal fixings/ Type 316 for external fixings. Fixings
shall be concealed or inconspicuous to the acceptance of the Supervision Consultant.
H.
I.
2.3
A.
General: Ensure that all materials including supports, bracketry and all fixings are adequately corrosion protected to
meet the specified environmental conditions.
B.
Moisture Resistance
1.
All core materials for paneling shall be moisture resistant to satisfy the design life requirements for the
environmental conditions specified in Section 018930 Site Construction Performance Requirements.
2.
C.
Specific Movements
1.
D.
G.
a.
b.
2.
coefficients at various locations may determine more than 1 No. design criterion.
3.
Dead Loads: In accordance with the actual known weights.
Specific Live Loads

1.
F.
Panelling to accommodate all movement in backing wall structure as relevant to the paneling type and the nature
of the supporting walls.
Specific Dead Loads

1.
E.
All facings, adhesives, fixings and associated elements of the panelling shall have moisture resistant properties
to match core materials.
The paneling, including the demountable supports and any studwork supports, shall be capable of
accommodating the following live loads without any reduction in performance:
a.
Horizontally applied loads acting on the surface of any component. The works shall sustain safely, without
reduction in performance and without permanent deformation to any component, a static 500N load applied
horizontally through a square of 100mm sides on any part of the framing.
b.
A horizontal line load applied to the works, due to the occupants, in accordance with BS 6180, BS EN
1991: Part 1-1 and BS EN 1991: Part 1-7.
c.
All anticipated loads associated with cleaning and maintenance of the works.
d.
Occupancy class shall be Category AAccommodation type with appropriate UDL and point loads as stated
in BS EN 1991: Part 1-1 and BS EN 1991: Part 1-7.
Acoustic
1.
Refer to the Acoustic Report.
2.
The works shall not produce buzzing, ringing or other extraneous noise. Extraneous noise arising from local
response to panelling or loose fit resonant elements shall be avoided by means of careful quality control in
assembly and installation.
Fire
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1.
Refer to the Fire Strategy Report.
2.
Elements of the works shall be either non-combustible or not easily ignitable with low flame spread characteristics
and shall not produce excessive quantities of smoke or toxic gases.
3.
Surface Spread of Flame Classification: In accordance with UL 723 and ASTM E84 or BS 476: Parts 6 and 7.
4.
Provide all cavity barriers as required.
5.
Fire and smoke stops shall be positively fixed in position in such a manner that they will not become dislodged
in the event of a fire.
6.
In the event of conflict between the British Standard and the NFPA, the latter shall prevail. Where the obligation
under NFPA is less onerous, the Contractor shall obtain written confirmation from the Local Municipality as to
which standard is acceptable before proceeding with the NFPA compliant solution. Such written confirmation
shall be provided to the Supervision Consultant.
H.
Movement: Paneling shall accommodate all movement in backing wall structure as relevant to the paneling type and
the nature of the supporting walls.
I.
Durability
1.
2.
2.4
General
a.
The performance criteria shall be satisfied for the full service life of the works without the need for
maintenance, other than regular cleaning.
b.
Refer to the Contract Documents for warranty requirements.

a.
Generally, surfaces shall be sufficiently hard to resist heavy impacts from hand-held objects without any
noticeable change to the surface appearance. The works shall resist abrasion from cleaning methods and
maintenance systems without any noticeable change in surface appearance.
b.
Impact tests shall be carried out to all works adjacent to pedestrian areas.
c.
The extent of any damage determined through testing shall be recorded and, where possible, quantified.
Details shall be submitted to the Supervision Consultant.
d.
Details of tests shall be provided to demonstrate the performance of materials and finishes in resisting
abrasion from pedestrian traffic (hands, rings, luggage, cloth, shoes, and other similar elements) and any
other abrasion resulting from adjacent traffic movements.
MATERIALS
A.
Metalwork Generally
1.
B.
Stainless Steel
1.
C.
D.
All materials and components shall be durable and to the minimum standards set out in the Architectural
Specification, together with the relevant British Standards.
Unless otherwise specified, use austenitic, non magnetic, Type 304 or Type 316 to suit application, to BS EN
10088 and BS EN 10095, BS EN 10029, BS EN 10048, BS EN 10051, and BS EN ISO 9445 for plate, sheet
and strip and also to BS EN 10084, BS EN 10087, BS EN 10095 and BS EN 10250: Part 4, as applicable.
a.
Sheet, strip and plate to BS EN 10088: Part 2.
b.
Bars, rods, wire and sections to BS EN 10088: Part 3.
c.
Welded circular tube to BS EN 10296: Part 2.
d.
Seamless circular tube to BS EN 10297: Part 2.
2.
Specific grade designations shall be either as specified in the relevant Work Sections of the Architectural
Specification or, where not identified specifically, selected to meet the performance criteria specified for the
particular element or components.
3.
Stainless steel shall be produced to meet the minimum dimensional tolerances specified in BS EN 10095, BS
EN 10029, BS EN 10048, BS EN 10051 and BS EN ISO 9445 as appropriate.
4.
Sheet: Tension levelled.
5.
Tubes: To BS EN 10216, continuously welded, seamless after final finishing.
6.
Fasteners, Bolts, Screws, Nuts and Fixings: Stainless steel grade A2 or grade A4 to BS EN ISO 3506: Parts 1
and 2. Select the property Class of fastenings to meet the specified performance requirements.
7.
Manual Metal Arc Welding Electrodes: To BS EN ISO 3581.

1.
Shall comply with BS EN 10283 and BS 3146: Part 2.
2.
Shall be of austenitic stainless steel and the casting alloy shall be determined by the Contractor to meet the
requirements of the Architectural Specification but shall be equal or superior to Type 316 with respect to corrosion
resistance.
3.
The surface roughness of the casting surface prior to any subsequent finishing process shall be SCRATA A2
(Steel Castings Research and Trade Association) or better.
4.
Make allowance for 2 No. post production finishing processes to be utilised. The processes shall be agreed with
the Supervision Consultant and shall include blast finishes (including bead blasting) and electropolishing or acid
pickling.
Bronze: Bronze (alloy of copper) shall, where applicable, comply generally with CP 143: Part 12, BS EN 1172 and
current good practice as described in the current editions of the Copper Development Association publications, and
as recommended by the copper manufacturers, unless specified or agreed otherwise.
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E.
F.
G.
Supports
1.
Aluminium split battens on softwood packing pieces to take panelling out to the designed wall thickness; fixed
to partitions or solid wall. Fixings to suit metal stud or solid partitions as appropriate.
2.
Softwood split battens fixed to partitions or solid wall. Fixings to suit metal stud or solid partitions. Battens to be
as follows:
a.
Regularised softwood free from decay and active insect attack and with no knots wider than half the width
of the section.
b.
Moisture content at the time of fixing shall not exceed 18%.
c.
Battens screwed to studs as appropriate or screwed and plugged to solid walls.
d.
Support system shall be capable of maintaining a consistent overall wall thickness.
Fixings
1.
applicable municipality and/or Structural Engineer) both as to strength and type and shall be designed to carry
all dead, live and wind loading under due consideration of any applicable thermal movements.
2.
3.
All aluminium fixing brackets and cleats shall be manufactured from the appropriate grade of alloy to the
requirements of BS EN 515, BS EN 573: Part 3 and BS EN 755: Parts 1-9. If visible, they shall be finished to
match the metal panels and framing members.
4.
All non-visible supporting aluminium sub-constructions shall be corrosion protected. Mill finished aluminium
shall not be used. Aluminium sub-constructions shall be separated from concrete by bitumen paint or similar
acceptable method. Austenitic stainless steel to BS EN 10088 may be used in lieu of aluminium for any supporting
sub-constructions.
5.
BS EN 10250: Part 4, BS EN ISO 9445 and BS 8298.
6.
vibrating loose.
7.
8.
Direct contact between aluminium or aluminium alloys and treated timber shall be avoided, unless with the prior
9.
10.
a.
b.
1.
2.
and bolts.
3.
4.
H.
I.
J.
K.
Isolating Materials: Self adhesive PVC tape, polyester powder coat or 2-pack epoxy paint as recommended by the
L.
2.5
FABRICATION
A.
General
1.
Fabricate work in accordance with the accepted Submittals to required size and thickness and to achieve the
required performance. Select materials and methods of fabrication to achieve the specified accuracy and fit.
2.
Exact Site dimensions shall be taken before commencing fabrication. Any discrepancies shall be reported to
the Supervision Consultant without delay and instructions obtained before proceeding.
3.
marks, waves, striations, tool and die marks.
4.
Produce exposed surfaces true to line and level with accurate angles and straight edges free from oil canning.
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B.
5.
Ease exposed edges to a slight radius or as necessary to comply with the coating manufacturer's
recommendations, unless shown otherwise.
6.
Remove blemishes from exposed surfaces by grinding, using filler metal or by welding and grinding.
7.
Carefully fit and match elements and components prior to fabrication.
8.
Seal hollow sections.
Fabrication Tolerances
1.
Panels shall be fabricated within the following tolerances:

a.
Length: 1.5mm.
b.
Width: 1.5mm.
c.
Squareness: 1.5mm in 1000mm (taking the longer of 2 No. sides at any corner as a baseline and measuring
the deviation of the shorter side from perpendicular).
d.
Flatness: 1mm under 600mm straightedge.
C.
Finished dimensions of components shall be such that the required accuracy of the finished linings/ panelling and
joints can be achieved.
D.
Cutting
1.
Saw-cut metal edges square and sharp by sawing without causing distortion or discolouration to surfaces. Do
not shear or use flame-cutting equipment, unless otherwise accepted.
2.
Grind cut edges to remove burrs, saw marks and blemishes from exposed edges.
3.
Dress meeting faces of joints to produce a proper fit.
E.
Bending: Bend sheet metal to the required shape. Bent items to be free of grain separation, oil canning or other
F.
Welding - General
G.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Welding Stainless Steel

1.
To BS EN 1011: Part 3 and to definitions specified in BS 499: Part 1 and Part 1 Supplement.
2.
Use jigs or acceptable methods as applicable to minimise distortion due to thermal movement during welding.
3.
Select welding methods and consumables to suit type, thickness, shape and location of joints to meet the
performance requirements. Mechanical properties to be same or better than base metal. Corrosion resistance
of consumables to be same or superior to base metal.
4.
Unless otherwise specified, grind welds to visible areas to a seamless surface appearance. Remove heat tints
using light abrasives, pickling paste, wire brushing; treated area to match specified finish. Manually finish
surfaces difficult to access.
H.
Jointing: Rigidly secure non-welded connections. Provide hairline joints between contact surfaces. Incorporate splice
plates or spigots into joints to accurately align components. Use concealed fasteners, unless otherwise accepted.
Where visible fasteners are permitted set out in an orderly pattern. Mitre visible corners.
I.
Fixings: Pre-drill bolt and screw holes for the attachment of items and for the attachment of adjacent materials. Use
countersunk bolt heads or screws wherever possible. Provide brackets, plates and straps with each assembly to
provide proper support and anchorage. Use stainless steel fasteners or provide the same protective treatment as the
items being fixed.
J.
Inserts and Anchours: Provide anchors to rigidly and securely support items. Provide for and co-ordinate items for
building-in or for attaching to adjacent construction, as work proceeds; include connecting members, supplementary
beams, channels, rods, hangers, sleeves, and fasteners as applicable.
K.
Small Castings, Stainless Steel: Form using lost wax process, with allowance for shrinkage, and the tolerance
requirements of 1mm. Dress the castings to remove excess metal and welds used to fill up blisters and other
blemishes. Machine components to allow the attachment of other items. Do heat-treating without damaging
appearance. Prepare ready for finishing.
L.
Assembly
M.
1.
Carefully fit and match components and pre-assemble the work to the greatest extent possible in the shop.
2.
Do not weld joints designed to be bolt fixed.
3.
4.
Isolate dissimilar materials to avoid galvanic action.
5.
Complete adjustments, welding and grinding before applying finishes.
Fabrication Tolerances Non-cumulative

1.
Length: +/-1mm on figured dimension.
2.
Straightness: *L/1000 or 2mm, whichever is the lesser.
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3.
Squareness of Cut Profiles: Depth of profile/ 1000.
4.
Squareness of Fabricated Items: Not more than 2mm difference between diagonals.
5.
Flatness of Fabricated Items: Not more than 2mm difference between one corner and the others.
6.
Plumbness: 2mm/m to 1mm/m.
7.
Level: 1mm/m.
FINISHING
A.
B.
General
1.
2.
Do not paint surfaces within 50mm of Site welds; prepare and finish after connections are completed.
3.
instructions.
4.
Prime paint items to receive site-applied paint in accordance with Section 099100 Painting.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1
EXAMINATION
A.
3.2
Verification of Conditions: Prior to commencing installation, examine substrates, adjacent construction and conditions
in which the work will be installed. Verify dimensions of supporting construction and surfaces to receive the work of
this Work Section. Notify the Supervision Consultant of unsatisfactory conditions.
PREPARATION
A.
3.3

1.
2.
3.
Do not cut, drill or otherwise modify the work of others without acceptance of the Supervision Consultant.
4.
Attach brackets by bolting, unless otherwise accepted. Do not modify brackets on Site; redesign and remanufacture at shop.
INSTALLATION
A.
B.
C.
General
1.
2.
Cut and abrade items only with the consent of the fabricator. Do modifications and refinishing of items at shop,
unless otherwise accepted.
3.
4.
Isolate dissimilar metals and separate metals from cementitious material to prevent corrosion.
5.
All fixings and support systems to be sufficiently strong to support the dead loads for panelling without damage
to panelling or to backing wall support.
6.
Special care shall be taken to ensure adequate backing support for any fixtures/ fittings, grab rails, and other
similar elements, which require to be fixed to the paneling.
7.
Allowance for future moisture and temperature movement of panels shall be made.
8.
Methods of fixing and fastenings shall be as recommended in writing by the manufacturer and suitable for the
application of the material.
9.
Trims shall be fixed in un-jointed lengths between angles or ends of runs. Where running joints are unavoidable,
obtain acceptance for location and method of jointing from the Supervision Consultant. Angle joints shall be
mitred unless specified otherwise.
10.
All timber shall be subjected to controlled drying to ensure that the moisture content, if not otherwise specified,
is suitable for the situation of the finished joinery. When fixed it shall remain stable and free from expansion,
contraction or other movements detracting from the required performance or appearance.
Paneling
1.
Each board shall be fixed securely to each support to give true surfaces free from undulations, splits, hammer
marks, scratches and protruding fastenings.
2.
Inspect each board immediately before installation. Do not install any pieces that are improperly sized or have
damaged edges or other evidence of damage.
3.
Panelling shall be set out accurately, true to line and level, free from undulations, with lines and joints aligned,
straight and parallel unless specified otherwise.
4.
Panels shall be fixed securely, with concealed fixings adequate to prevent pulling away, bowing or other
movement during use and without causing stress or distortion to panels.
Environment
1.
Do not commence the works before the building is weathertight, wet trades have been completed and the
building is dried out.
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2.
D.
E.
F.
G.
H.
3.4
Before, during and after laying, temperature and humidity shall be maintained at levels approximating to those
that will prevail after the building is occupied.
Air Conditioning
1.
Agree arrangements for operating the air conditioning installation up to the date of Taking-Over of the Works to
ensure that excessive moisture movement of the works does not take place.
2.
Refer to the MEP Specification.
Metal Framing/ Furring Pieces

1.
Studs at wall junctions and floor/ soffit shall be fixed securely at 600mm centres, maintaining sequence across
openings and providing additional studs as necessary to ensure support to all vertical edges of panels. Vertical
joints on opposite sides of partitions shall be staggered.
2.
Provide noggings, bearers, and other similar elements which are accurately positioned and securely fixed and
act as fixing points for linings running parallel with but offset from main structural supports, or to support fixtures,
fittings and services. After fixing the panels/ linings, the positions of noggings and bearers shall be temporarily
marked without causing permanent damage to finish surfaces, for following trades.
3.
All work shall be carried out in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations.
Fitting
1.
Secure exposed connections accurately together with tight hairline joints.
2.
Weld connections only when and where permitted and only when exposed surfaces can be refinished to match
the shop-fabricated work.
3.
Do not weld hot-dip galvanised items or connections intended for mechanical fixing.
Fixings
1.
2.
Shim bearing surfaces, or provide spacing items, for a proper installation.
3.
Use only shop-drilled holes for the assembling items, unless otherwise accepted. When acceptable Site drill
holes in accepted locations.
4.
5.
Use countersunk fixings where in physical contact with the body, to prevent injury.
6.
'Commentary on corrosion at bi-metallic contacts and its alleviation.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
Adhesives
1.
Surfaces to receive adhesive shall be sound and free from dust, grease and any other contamination likely to
affect bond. Where necessary, clean surfaces using methods and materials recommended by the adhesive
manufacturer.
2.
Surfaces shall be sufficiently smooth and even to suit the gap-filling and bonding characteristics of the adhesive.
Prepare as necessary.
3.
Operatives shall observe both the manufacturers and statutory requirements for storage and safe usage of
adhesives.
4.
No adhesives shall be used in unsuitable environmental conditions or beyond the manufacturers recommended
maximum shelf life or open-pot time periods.
5.
Adhesives shall be applied using recommended spreaders/ applicators to ensure correct coverage. Bring
surfaces together within the recommended time period and apply pressure evenly over the full area of contact
surfaces to ensure full bonding.
6.
Surplus adhesive shall be removed using methods and materials recommended by the adhesive manufacturer
and without damage to affected surfaces.
I.
Fire Protection: Install fire protective materials in accordance with Section 078400 Fire Stopping, to achieve the
required fire performance.
J.
Apply Site-applied paint in accordance with Section 099100 Painting.

TOLERANCES
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A.
B.
On-Site Dimensions
1.
All dimensions shall be checked on Site prior to commencement of the installation.
2.
The works shall accommodate any given tolerance as well as differences between actual Site dimensions and
dimensions shown on the Shop Drawings.
1.
3.5
The works shall be installed within the following tolerances:

a.
Level within 1.5mm.
b.
Flatness criterion of 1:1000 gradient.
c.
Total creep shall be less than 1:2500.

A.
B.
conditions.
C.
3.6

A.
Cleaning: Upon completion, remove debris from the Site and dispose of safely. Leave exposed work clean and neatly
finished.
B.
Adjusting
1.
Adjust installed items to provide uniform clearances and a smooth nonbinding operation on moving parts.
2.
3.7
Touch up and repair small defects in finished surfaces to the acceptance of the Supervision Consultant. Use
air drying paint of matching gloss and colour in accordance with the recommendations of the paint manufacturers,
in dust-free conditions.
PROTECTION
A.
B.
Keep components of the paneling systems clean and dry, and adequately protect from physical damage until TakingOver.
C.
Remove protective coverings upon completion, when instructed by the Supervision Consultant.
END OF SECTION
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SECTION 050513 SHOP APPLIED COATINGS FOR METAL

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SECTION 050513 SHOP APPLIED COATINGS FOR METAL

Work Section Includes

Shop applied coatings for metal.

As referenced in applicable Work Sections.

Post Contract Submittals

Post Contract Samples

As referenced in applicable Work Sections.

Sustainability Design Submittals

Refer to Section 018113 Sustainable Design Requirements.

Qatar Construction Specification (QCS).

Qatar National Construction Standards.

Qatar General Organization for Standards and Methodology (QGOSM).

Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED).

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Sustainability Standards Certifications: Refer to Section 018113 Sustainable Design Requirements.

As referenced in applicable Work Sections.

Quality Benchmark Installation

As referenced in applicable Work Sections.

As referenced in applicable Work Sections.

Polyester Powder Coatings

Aluminium anodising shall comply with BS 3987, unless specified otherwise.

Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF) Coatings

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Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF) Coatings

Metalwork Finishes Generally

Liquid Organic Coating: For aluminium alloy components to BS 4842.

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Z11/5Chromium plating shall comply with BS EN ISO 1456.

Galvanising Generally: To BS EN ISO 1461.

Galvanised Self Finish Surfaces

Sprayed Metal Coatings

Minimum coating thickness shall comply with Table 1 of BS EN ISO 17834.

Anodising shall commence after fabrication/ machining is complete wherever possible.

The finish shall be sealed in accordance with BS 3987.

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SOURCE QUALITY CONTROL

Rejected anodised extrusions shall only be reprocessed once.

Finishes shall be tested to BS EN ISO 6581.

Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF) Coatings

Date when tests were performed and date of issue of report.

In the case of failure, which test(s) and description of failure(s).

Polyester Powder Coatings

Demonstrate compliance with the following test requirements:

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Date when tests were performed and date of issue of report.

In the case of failure, which test(s) and description of failure(s).

Surface Preparation of Steelwork

SITE QUALITY CONTROL

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CLEANING AND ADJUSTING

Adjusting Galvanised Coatings

Adjusting Anodised Finishes

Adjusting Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF) and Polyester Powder Coatings

Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF) and Polyester Powder Coatings