Method Statement Fo BEMS System

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For Mechanical & Electrical Works
Method Statement for BEMS System
The American University in Cairo

New Campus Development
Egypt National For Mechanical & Date : 27-Aug-

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Contents
1. PREAMBLE.
2. INTRODUCTION.
3. HEALTH AND SAFETY.
4. DEFINITIONS.
5. SPECIFICATION CLAUSES.
6. REFERENCES / CODE OF PRACTICES.
7. INSTALLATION PROCEDURES.
8. INSTALLATION PROCEDURE.
9. FIRST PHASE.
10. SECOND PHASE.
11. THIRD PHASE.
12.OPERATION NARRATIVE & SEQUENCE OF OPERATION.
13. LIST OF EQUIPMENT CONTROLLED BY BEMS
14. SYSTEM COMPONENTS AND FUNCTION
15. ATTACHMENTS :- AHU CONTROL DIAGRAMS.
TYPICAL INSTALLATION DETAILS
INSPECTION SHEETS

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1. Preamble :
This procedure defines the method used to ensure that the BEMS system installation comprising
all conduits, back boxes, pull-boxes, wiring, peripheral equipment, controllers and related
components connected thereto are an integrated part of the BEMS system to be correct and
acceptable and conform to the contract documents, drawings and the general specifications.
The preface explanation of the proposed stages statements for the BEMS system installation
works would briefly clarify our understanding of the services to be provided for the AUC New
Campus Development project as well as our understanding of site conditions and logistic,
thereto stages of construction to be adapted in our work.
Stages of site installation to be adapted to our work shall comply with the general conditions
and specifications of the contract, yet the following aspects must be highlighted as an
important factor for the installation work.
The importance of the safety to this project.
The importance of meeting project milestone dates.
The importance of the final product quality.
2. Introduction :
The procedure for the BEMS installation includes the following steps:
Define responsible personnel.
Obtain PMCM permit to work.
Create a safe access to the areas where installation works are to be done.
Preparation works to establish safe "confined spaces".
Test commission and handover the work.
3. Health and Safety :
This section covers the safety precaution procedure, containing the following
Points:

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Tools shall be in safe and good working conditions, damaged cables & power cables shall
be replaced.
All personnel in the working area shall wear, as a minimum, safety shoes, safety helmets
and protective glasses.
Working area shall be clean, free of oil, grease and obstacles.

House keeping shall be fully enforced.
All material shall be stored in a secure , safe area.
Rolling scaffolding shall be safe and in a good position to allow performing the work in a
safe manner, only green tagged scaffolding to be used and working on red tagged
scaffoldings shall be forbidden.
4. Definitions :
BEMS Building & Energy Management System

DDC Direct Digital Controller
ASME American Society of Mechanical Engineers
HVAC Heating , Ventilation and Air Conditioning
PPE Personnel Protective Equipment
LCP Local Control Panel
MCC Motor Control Center
EMT Electrical Metal Tube
IMC Intermediate Metal Conduits
5. Specification Clauses :
Specification section:
Div. 13800 Building and Energy Management system.
Div. 15010 General Provisions for Mechanical work.
Div. 16010 General Provisions for Electrical works.
Div. 16139 Cable Trunks.
Div. 15990 Test and Balancing.
6. References / Code of Practices :
The BEMS installation activities shall be carried out in accordance with the international codes,
standards and the client specifications stipulated in the contract documents:
ASHRAE 114 energy management control systems instrumentation, 1986.

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ASHRAE 135: communication protocol for building automation and control networks,
1995.
NEMA ICS 1: general standards for industrial control and systems, 2000.
NEMA ICS 2: industrial control and systems: controllers, contactors, and overload relays rated
600 v, 2000.
NEMA DC-12: hot water immersion controls, 1985 (R 1991) (R 1997).
NEMA DC-3: wall-mounted room thermostats, 1989 (R 1996).
BS 7671: requirements for electrical installations (IEE wiring regulations, sixteenth edition),
2001.
NEC 348: electric metallic tubes (EMT).
ANSI / Ashrae / Iesna standard 90.1-2001
7. Installation Procedures :
7.1 Equipment :
- Installation equipment will be as follow:
Drilling machines.
Rolling scaffolds.
Hand tools.
Wooden Step Ladders.
7.2 Delivery, Storage and Handling:
- Material deliveries to the site shall be in such intervals to ensure uninterrupted

progress of work.
- Materials shall be stored to permit easy access for inspection and identification.
Conduits shall be kept off ground, using pallet, platform or other supports. Conduits
and packaged materials shall be protected from corrosion and deterioration.
- Material shall not rest on conduits in a manner that might cause distortion or damage
to member or other conduits.
- Storage area must be well ventilated.
- Material inspection requests (MIR's) (attached) shall be submitted at the time material
arrives at site.

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8. Installation Procedure:
The installation of the BEMS system is divided in 3 phases:
The first phase includes the installation of embedded PVC conduits, back boxes, pull boxes
and metal conduits (EMT & IMC) with exposed mounted back boxes and pull boxes.
The second phase consists of the installation of peripheral components, control panels and
the control wiring.
The third phase activities are the hook-up of the peripheral components, control panels
start-up of the system, function tests and system acceptance.
9. First Phase:
Installation of PVC conduits in walls (or EMT conduits for exposed concealed application) for
connections of thermostats, DDC's duct heaters, VAV's and peripheral component such as
temperature sensors, humidity sensors, pressure sensors etc. as required for the function of the
BEMS system. IMC conduits will be used in mechanical rooms, on roofs and in the tunnel.
9.1 Installation of PVC Conduits:
The installation will be carried out under the supervision of a competent site engineer in
accordance with approved shop drawings and, if required, the manufacturer instruction.
Only approved material shall be used, conduits and boxes shall be free from grease, cement and
dust. The use of damaged material is prohibited.
The sequence of installation will follow the progress of the builders work. The responsible
engineer will mark the location of back boxes and pull boxes and shall check with the
construction team regarding the depth of the installation of the embedded boxes considering
the thickness of plaster and finishing's.
The minimum inner diameter of conduits shall not be less then 20mm. for the connection of
conduits, sockets will be used. Sealing cement will be used for PVC connections the
connection between conduits and the metal back boxes or pull boxes will be carried by using
PVC adaptors.
Bending of conduits (only diameter 25mm are used) will be carried out by using a bending
spring, corresponding with the size of the conduit.
No consideration for expansion couplings is required as the short run for which PVC conduits
are installed no crossing of construction joints occur.
9.2 Installation of Metal (EMT, IMC& Trunking) Conduits:
The installation will be carried out under the super vision of a competent site engineer in
accordance with approved shop drawing and manufacturers instruction.

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Only approved material shall be used, conduits, boxes and fittings shall be free from grease,
cement, dust and rust.
Conduits shall be square end cut and threaded, burrs, sharp edges shall be removed.
The responsible engineer will mark the location of pull boxes and junction boxes according
with other trades. Boxes will be mounted to walls or ceilings by using the proper anchors and
screws.
EMT or IMC conduits shall have a minimum inner diameter of 20mm. the size of the conduits
shall be according to approved shop drawings and installation details.
A flexible conduit, connecting two junction boxes, will be provided where metal conduits are
crossing a contraction expansion joint.
Connection to equipment will be executed according to approved details.
In mechanical plant rooms, on roof and in the service tunnel galvanized trunking will be used if
considered to be more economical than the use of conduits. The installation of the cable
trunks will be carried out in accordance with approved shop drawings and details.
Expansion joints for trunking and earthling shall be provided as required

per specifications.
10. Second Phase:
The second phase consists of the installation of:
Room thermostats.
Pressure sensors.
Differential pressure sensors.
Humidity sensors.
Control valves for AHU's.
DDC's.
Damper actuators.
Local control panels.
Master Control Panel.
Cabling of the above listed components.

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Cabling of VAV's and duct heaters.
Cabling of FCU control.
The sequence of installation will follow the site condition and requirements. The installation of
electronic devices such as DD's and thermostats will be executed just before the testing
procedure commences to avoid damage of these sensitive components.
10.1 Cable Installation:
The routing of cables will follows the approved shop drawings.
The Sizing of cables will be as per approved detailed engineering wiring diagrams.
Colour codes will be in accordance with specification.
The cables will be in fitted with identification tags, indicating cable number and
destination.
No jointing of cables shall be done.
The allowed pulling tension (15m) shall be observed.
At joints or terminations and for cables exceeding 30m of length at an interval of each
30meters, a label will be fixed for identification of the cable.
Bending of cables shall be done according to manufacturers recommendations and as

specified, the minimum radius shall be equal to 15x the cable diameter.
Cables shall not be installed in locations where they are exposed to exposed heat.
For testing of cables the specifications will be followed, i.e. continuity and insulation
tests for phase and for neutral conductors.
10.2Installation of Peripherals & Control Panels:
For the location peripheral components and control panels, approved shop drawings
and diagrams will be followed.
Only approved material will be used.
For the installation of peripheral equipment, the manufacturer's installation instruction

and relevant specifications will be followed.

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The installation will be carried out under the supervision of the supplier (Petrokima).
11. Third Phase:
In the third phase, the following activities will be carried out:
Hook-up of all BEMS related components and panels.
Start-up of individual systems and internal dry functional tests.
Testing of BEMS system with the related Mechanical/ Electrical equipment and system
acceptance.
11.1 Hook-up:
The hook-up of all control equipment and components will be executed by the
suppliers.
Hook-up of Electrical motors for fans and pumps will be done in cooperation between
EN and Petrokima.
11.2 Start-up and Internal Test:
As soon the hook-up of a system is completed, the suppliers (Petrokima)

Commissioning Engineers will carry out the "dry" functional test of the system (for
example an AHU with its interlocked fans). For these tests, the breaker of the power
supply to the motors will be in off position.
After the dry tests are successfully completed, the operational system tests will be
performed with all motors of fans and pumps in operation.
Check for direction of rotation and capacities of fans and pumps are made before by the
Testing Balancing Agency.
Dry tests for equipment belonging to the Electrical section will be carried out as soon
the installation is completed and will be coordinated with the Electrical Subcontractor.
11.3 Testing of BEMS System:
The final tests will be carried out after the permanent power is connected and all media,
chilled and hot water are available.
The test will be done in accordance with the specifications section 13800 part 4.
The equipment and devices required to perform these tests will be provided. Equipment
and instruments will be calibrated and certificates made available.

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The individual system commissioning will be performed by the system supplier and
witnessed by the consultant, all measurements and setpoints will be recorded and shall
be reflected in the O&M manuals.
Before the overall system acceptance tests are carried out, (witness testing) complete
O&M manuals will be handed over as stipulated in the specifications.
12. Operation Narrative & Sequence of Operation:
The central processing unit (CPU) located in parcel #17, is the heart of the building & energy
management system. All the equipment connected to the system can be either controlled or
monitored from this unit such as low flow, status, general alarm and running time totalizer
as required by IFC documents and contract specifications.
The interface with the fire alarm system will be done by a compatible software over the
backnet.
The BEMS of each parcel is a stand alone system connected via a router to the CPU via the
backnet, however it is able to work independently if required in case of emergency. The
router is normally installed in the last local control panel (LCP) at each parcel. In accordance
with the size of a parcel, a number of LCP's are installed, typically in the mechanical rooms
or on the roofs to control air handling units and fans. The control of VAV's will be via a room
thermostat and a control unit located in the VAV control panel, if installed in a single zone
system. If VAV's are being a part of a multi zone system, the control is done via a direct
digital controller (DDC) which is connected to the BEMS, and duct heaters are controlled via
room thermostat. Fan coil units are controlled by room thermostats without connection to the
BEMS. Computer room cooling units (in parcel #10) are self controlled, but an alarm signal
from each unit is connected to the BEMS.
For the electrical power services, status of incoming 11kV power circuit breakers, ring main
units, transformers, main low voltage circuit breakers, bus couplers and outgoing circuit
breakers is monitored by the BEMS. The main low voltage circuit breakers can also be
switched by the system. In addition the power consumption can be read via the kilowatt hour
meters.
There is a software interface with the lighting control system through RS232 modules which are
installed in the lighting panels.
For the plumbing and fire fighting system, the following equipment is monitored by the BEMS:
Booster pumps, water level in storage tank, water tank circulation pumps, main fire pumps,
jockey pumps and the domestic hot water storage heater temperature.
For the irrigation system, only water level in the irrigation tank, the irrigation pumps and
irrigation tank circulation pumps are monitored.
12.1 Sequence of Operation:

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a)Secondary Chilled Water Pumps.
-The start of the pump or pumps is initiated either by an adjustable time channel,
over the energy management and on load request.
-The lead / lag program decides which of the pumps will start. In case the
selected pump fails to start, the next pump in sequence will start.
-Two pressure sensors, 1 installed in the chilled water supply line and the other in
the return line from the system are evaluating the differential pressure between
the supply and return. By the resulting differentia pressure, the frequency
inverter will adjust the speed of the pump will decrease adjust the specs of the
pump. By increasing differential pressure, the speed will decrease and vise
versa.
-The energy consumption will be measured by means of two temperature sensors,
one installed in the chilled water supply line, the other the return line, and a
flow meter. (The measured temperature difference multiplied by the flow will
indicate the consumption in kcal).
-Other information available to the system are the status of the pumps on/off, trip,
normal / fault and low flow which is control by a differential pressure switch,
installed between the suction and the delivery side of the pump. Any of the
pumps can also be stopped over the BEMS.
b)Secondary Hot Water Pumps:
-The sequence of operation for the secondary hot water pumps is basically similar
to the sequence of operation for the chilled water pumps, but there is no
provision to measure the energy consumption.
-Thetemperature sensor in the hot water supply and return pipes are serving to
monitor the water temperature.
c)Air Handling Units:
-The start of the air handling units is controlled over a programmable time
channel over the energy management and on load request.
Cooling & Heating Coils.
-As soon the supply and return air fans are in operation, the temperature and
humidity sensors, installed in the return air duct, will via a controller
modulate the chilled and /or hot water control valves to the set point
valves. A temperature sensor installed in the supply duct is controlling the
air leaving the air handling unit and will close the cooling valve, if the
temperature is lower or close the heating valve if the temperature is higher
than a selected set point. If the air handling unit is in heating mode, the
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Fan.
-The supply and return fans of the unit are controlled by a differential
pressure switch to detect any deviation of the fan performance. If the
pressure on the supply side is too low, the unit will stop.
-The fans will be also stop if the smoke detector, installed in the supply duct,
indicates that there is smoke in the supply or return duct work.
-Incase of a fire alarm from the area served by the AHU, the unit will be
switched of by the BEMS, if a signal is received from the alarm system.
-In case of a fire, the exhaust fan can be operated by overriding the program
to act as a smoke exhaust fan, with the exhaust air damper and smoke
damper in the return air in open position.
-If a purge cycle is initiated by the fire alarm system through the BEMS, the
return air fan will run for a period as pre programmed with the exhaust
damper and smoke dampers in open position.
-For air handling unites serving system containing VAV's, the fan motor
speed will be variable. A pressure sensor will be installed in the supply
duct will modulate the frequency inverter to maintain the pressure in the
supply duct system in accordance with the selected set point.
-Same of the air handling are configured as 100% fresh air units. In this ease
the supply fan is without speed control, the exhaust fan is installed in the
exhaust duct system, but controlled in the sequence of the air handling
unit fans.
-One air handling unit (parcel#8, unit no.2) has an additional supply fan
installed in a zone supply duct. Although the air handling unit supply and
air fans are equipped with variable speed drives, the additional zone
supply fan is of a constant flow type. The switching of the fan is
synchronized with the air handling unit.
Air Filters.
-The filters (or filter banks) in the air handling units are monitored by a
differential pressure switch. If the preset value is reached, an alarm signal
will be initiated.
Dampers.
-Smoke Damper.
In the supply and return air duct are typically installed for all air
handling units. If no smoke is detected in the duct and no signal is
received from the fire alarm system, the smoke dampers are in open
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If smoke is detected or an order received from the alarm system and

the air handling unit stopped, the two dampers will close.
In case of fire an override command may start the return air fan to
evacuate smoke and to open the return air smoke damper.
-Exhaust Air Dampers.
The exhaust air damper is in closed position if the air handling unit is
switched off. If the CO2 level in the return air, measured by an air
quality sensor, is above the pre-set value, the damper will fully open.
The damper is modulating for controlling the return fan is running as a

smoke evacuation fan or if the unit is in purge cycle.
The damper is modulating for controlling the relative humidity through

the enthalpy software, i.e. the damper will modulate/open if the
relative humidity measured by the humidity sensor installed in the
return air duct is too high and modulate /close if the humidity is below
the pre-set value.
-Fresh Air Dampers.
The fresh air damper is in closed position if the air handling unit is
switched off. If the CO2 level is above the pre-set value, the damper is
in fully open position.
The dampers in fully open position if the CO2 content in the return air
is above the pre-set value.
If the return fan is running as an exhaust fan, the damper will be closed.
If the unit is running in a purge cycle, the damper will be open.
The damper is modulating/open, if the CO2 Level is too high and will
be closed, if the CO2 level is below the set point according to the
enthalpy software.
- Return Air Dampers.
The return air damper is closed if the air handling unit is switched off.
If the CO2 level in the return air duct is higher than the set point, the
damper will close.
If smoke is detected or a signal from the alarm system stops the unit,
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If the return air fan is used for smoke evacuation or if the air handing
unit is in the purge cycle, the return air damper is fully closed.
Economizer Cycle.
-The exhaust, fresh air and return dampers are used if the free cooling
technique is applied. The dampers will modulate / open when the outside
air conditions / enthalpy is lower than the measured value in the return
duct and cooling is required at the same time.
d)Variable Air Volume Boxes.
- Single Zone System.
A single zone system is comprising of one VAV box and duct mounted heater.
The system is controlled by a room thermostat. The modulating actuator and

its control (GDB 181.1E / are supplied by the BEMS.
The damper is modulating / open, if the space temperature is less than the set
point in heating mode and the spec temperature is higher than eat point if the
cooling mode is selected via thermostat.
The damper id modulating / close if space temperature is higher than the set
point in heating mode and if the space temperature is lower than the set point
if the cooling mode is selected.
The duct heater will start if the space temperature is lower than the set point
and stop, if the space temperature is higher than the set point. The start / stop
command will be delayed for an adjustable period to avoid too rapid
switching.
-Multi Zone System.
Multi zone systems consist of one VAV box and up to seven duct mounted
heater.
The control of the VAV box is achieved by the direct digital controller (DDC)
which will operate the VAV by selecting the worst case of the set points
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The damper is modulating / open, if the space temperature is less than the set
point in heating mode and the space temperature is higher than the set point if
the cooling mode is selected via thermostat.
The damper id modulating / close if space temperature is higher than the set
point in heating mode and if the space temperature is lower than the set point
if the cooling mode is selected.
The duct mounted heater for each individual space will start if the space
temperature is higher than the set point. The start / stop command will be
delayed for an adjustable period to avoid too rapid switching.
The heaters will be disabled in case of power failure even if there is a request
for heating.
e)Fan Coil Units:
-The fan coil units are controlled individually by room thermostats and are not
connected to the BEMS. Over this stand alone control the user can select the
heating or cooling mode, temperature, fan motor speed and can switch the unit
on / off.
-The unit is equipped with a return air filter, cooling coil, electric heater and a 3-
speed motor.
-In parcel#14 (student housing) only, there is no electric heater installed, but the
cooling coil will be supplied by hot water instead during the heating period. The
change-over from cooling to heating mode in the fan coil will be initiated by a
temperature sensor in the hot water supply pipe.
-However the change from chilled water supply to hot water supply will be done
manually (in the pump room) by opening / closing the dedicated gate valves.
f)Single Speed Fans:
-The operation on / off is controlled over adjustable time channels, a differential

pressure switch will detect any mechanical fault in the fan or if the fan belt is
broken and give an alarm signal and stop the fan. For direct driven fans this
differential pressure sensor is not installed.
-If the fan is used as a supply fan, a filter will be installed before the fan. This
filter will be monitored by a differential pressure switch. If the differential
pressure reaches a pre-set value, an alarm signal will be actuated.
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-The smoke exhaust and the staircase pressurization fans are in normal operation
controlled through the BEMS upon receiving a signal from the fire alarm
system.
-For routine tests, the fan can be started and stopped over an adjustable time
channel.
h)Variable Speed Fans:
-The variable speed fans are interlocked with the air handling unit in which
system they are installed.
-A differential pressure switch over the fan will control the performance of the
fan. If the pressure on the supply side is too low, the fan will stop.
-The variable speed drive is controlled by a pressure sensor installed downstream

of the fan.
i)Electrical Services:
-As for the main electrical services the main breakers on the low voltage side of
the transformers and the bus couplers can be switched from the BEMS. The
monitoring of equipment is as follows:
11 kV breakers: trip (normal / fault), status (on / off), power failure.
Ring main units: trip (normal / fault), status (on / off).
Incoming LV breaker: trip (normal / fault), status (on / off), power

failure.
Bus couplers: trip (normal / fault), status (on / off), power failure.
Outgoing breakers: (normal / fault), status (on / off).
-Current transducers for reading of power consumption are provided for bus
couplers and outgoing breakers.
-The multi meter (supplied by others) will be interfaced with the BEMS.
-The status of the generators will be obtained via the bus controller.
j)Plumbing:
-The domestic hot water storage tanks in parcels# 7,11,14&15 will be monitored
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k)Tunnel Ventilation System:
- The tunnel ventilation system consists of single speed supply and two speed
exhaust fans which are operated by adjustable time channels.
-A differential pressure switch is installed over the fans which will give an alarm
in case of low pressure (fan belt broken) and stop the motor.
-Differential pressure switches are installed also over the filter section in the air
intake. If high pressure is detected, an alarm will be signaled
-As a part of the fire fighting system, smoke curtains are installed to divide the
tunnel into 12 sectors and thus avoiding the smoke to spread in case of fire.
-If an alarm is received from the fire alarm system, the following operations will
be initiated by the BEMS:
-Smoke curtains at the two ends of the sector which is the sources of the alarm
will close.
-The supply air fan dedicated for this sector will stop.
-The return air damper will close and the smoke damper installed at high level in
the smoke exhaust duct will open.
- The exhaust fan will change to the second speed.
Tunnel Hot Water Piping System:
The hot water system in the tunnel is fitted with 4 bypasses with
modulating valves in different locations as shown on drawings.
By means of flow meters, installed the supply pipe, the flow will
be measured in 4 places and if the flow is higher than the set
point value, the bypass will modulate / open,. If the flow is below
the set point value, the valve will modulate / close.
Tunnel Chilled Water Piping System:
The BEMS control system of the chilled water system in the

tunnel consists of 4 bypasses with modulating valves and one
shut-off valve in the main supply and return pipes.
The bypass located between parcels#11 and 14 will be controlled

by pressure sensors, installed in the supply and return pipe of
parcel#14. If the differential pressure is increasing above the set
point, the bypass valve will modulate / open, if the differential
pressure is decreasing, the valve will modulate / close.
The other 3 bypasses are controlled over the differential pressure
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pressure (above the set point) the valve will modulate / open, by
decreasing differential pressure (below the set point) the valve
will modulate / close.
2 shut-off valves are installed in the main line (20") supply and
return, downstream of the bypass (controlled via pressure sensors
in the parcel#14 supply & return lines).
The operation of these valves is controlled over an adjustable

time channel. If the valve is opened or closed, a feedback should
confirm the operation after a 2 sec. delay, otherwise an alarm will
be initiated.
The chilled water flow in the main supply pipe is monitored by

means of flow meters.
Plumbing and Fire Fighting:
The domestic booster pumps (4 sets) are self controlled units,

only the status and alarms are monitored over the BEMS.
In the domestic water and fire fighting water storage tanks, high
and low level alarms are monitored.
For the storage tank circulating pumps, status and power failure
is monitored.
The fire pumps, (main and jockey pumps) are self controlled,
only status indication and alarms are monitored.
Irrigation System:
The irrigation pumps are self controlled, status and alarms are
monitored only.
For the irrigation water storage tanks, only high and low level
alarms are signaled to the BEMS.
For irrigation tank circulating pumps, status and power failure

are monitored.
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Plumbing and Fire Fighting
The domestic booster pumps (4 sets) are self controlled units,

only the status and alarms are monitored over the BEMS.
In the domestic water and fire fighting water storage tanks, high
and low level alarms are monitored.
For the storage tank circulating pumps, status (on / off - normal /
fault) and power failure is monitored.
The fire pumps, (main and jockey pumps) are self controlled,
only status indication (on / off - normal / fault) and alarms
( general alarm - power failure) are monitored.
The domestic hot water pumps status and the temperatures in the
storage tanks are monitored.
Irrigation System
The irrigation pumps are self controlled, status and alarms are
monitored only.
For the irrigation water storage tanks, only high and low level
alarms are signaled to the BEMS.

For irrigation tank circulating pumps, status and power failure
are monitored only.
Ventilation Fan
Supply fans for general areas are controlled by the BEMS over
an adjustable time channel. These supply fans are equipped with
a differential pressure switch over the filter which will indicate
an alarm if the differential pressure is above the set point. A
second differential pressure switch is installed over the fan and
will stop the fan motor, if the differential pressure is detected
lower than the set point.
The exhaust fans are controlled as the supply fans but only fitted
with one differential pressure switch over the fan as there are no
filters installed.
The exhaust fans serving the boiler room and the chiller room (6
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/ stop of these fans will be initiated by temperature sensors (each
group has dedicated sensor).
Electrical Services
For the transformers, (4 no.) general alarm, high and low

temperature limit is monitored.
For the ring main, the status on / off and normal / fan it is
monitored and alarm for power failure is signaled for the two
incoming and outgoing breakers of each RMU.
On the low voltage side, the incoming breakers (4) and couplers
(6) can be switched on / off over the BEMS and the status and
power failure alarm are being monitored. In addition there is an
interface with the multi meter (supplied by others) for reading of
kW hours, current and voltage.
A software interface between the fire alarm system and the

BEMS will be provided.
From the central emergency battery unit (UPS) the general alarm
only is monitored.
The provisions for the lighting control (contactors) is not defined
yet, no indication on the IFC electrical design and shop drawings
are not available.
13. List of Equipment Controlled by BEMS:
Secondary chilled water pumps.
Secondary hot water pumps.
AHU's with constant air flow control devices (Arrangement -1).
AHU's with variable air flow (Arrangement -2).
AHU's with variable air flow and additional zone supply fan (Arrangement -2').
AHU's with constant air flow, 100% fresh air (Arrangement -3).
AHU's with constant air flow, with sound attenuators (Arrangement 4).
AHU's with variable air flow, with steam humidifier in zone duct (Arrangement -7).
AHU's with variable air flow,100% fresh air, with separate exhaust fan (Arrangement -9).

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AHU's with variable air flow, 100% fresh air, with separate exhaust fan and zone duct mounted
cooling coil (Arrangement -11).
VAV's system with for variable single zone system.
VAV's system for multi zone system.
Fan coil units.
Single speed fan for supply air.
Smoke & pressurization fans.
Single speed fan for exhaust air.
Variable speed fan for supply air.
Electrical power services.
Plumbing System.
14. System Components and Function:
14.1Secondary Chilled Water Pumps with Variable Speed Drive Control Devices for Each
Pumps:
Differential pressure switch for pump control.
Pressure sensor for speed control.
BTU meter consisting of one flow meter and two temperature sensors.
14.2Secondary Hot Water Pumps with Variable Speed Drive Control Devices for Each
Pumps:
Differential pressure switch.
Pressure sensor.
BTU meter consisting of one flow meter and two temperature sensors.
14.3AHU's with constant air flow control devices (Arrangement -1):
Differential pressure switch over supply and return fan to stop motor if no air flow.

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2-way modulating, motorized valve to control flow of chilled water.
2-way modulating, motorized valve to control flow of hot water.
Differential pressure switch over filter will give an alarm signal if differential pressure
too high (filters clogged).
Duct mounted return air temperature sensor to control 2-way valves for cooling or
heating coil.
Duct mounted humidity sensor to modulate exhaust return and fresh air dampers
(Enthalpy software).
Duct mounted supply air temperature sensor to limit minimum or maximum air leaving
temperature.
Return air quality sensor to measure CO2 level and to control fresh air, exhaust air and
return air dampers.
Duct mounted supply air smoke detector to stop fans and close smoke dampers in
supply and return air ducts.
Duct mounted return air smoke detector to stop fans and close smoke dampers in
14.4AHU's with variable air flow (Arrangement -2):
heating coil.
Duct mounted humidity sensor to modulate exhaust, return and fresh air dampers
temperature.
Return air quality sensor to measure CO2 level and to control fresh air, exhaust air and
return air dampers.

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Duct mounted pressure sensor to control variable speed drive.
14.5AHU's with variable air flow (Arrangement -2'):
heating coil.
temperature.
Return air quality sensor to measure CO2 level and fresh air, exhaust air and return air
dampers.
Differential pressure switch over zone supply fan to stop motor if no air flow.
14.6AHU's with constant air flow, 100% fresh air (Arrangement -3):
Differential pressure switch over supply fan to stop motor if no air flow.

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heating coil.
temperature.
Differential pressure switch over supply fan only.
14.7AHU's with constant air flow, with sound attenuators (Arrangement 4):
heating coil.
temperature.
dampers.
Differential pressure switch over sound attenuators in supply and return air duct to stop
fan if no flow.
14.8AHU's with variable air flow, with steam humidifier in zone duct (Arrangement -7):

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heating coil.
temperature.
dampers.
Humidity sensor in zone supply duct to control humidifier.
14.9AHU's with variable air flow, 100% fresh air, with separate exhaust fan
(Arrangement -9):
heating coil.
Duct mounted humidity sensor exhaust duct installed in exhaust duct to control
humidity in supply air (Enthalpy software).

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temperature.
supply and exhaust air ducts.
Duct mounted exhaust air smoke detector to stop fans and close smoke dampers in
14.10AHU's with variable air flow, 100% fresh air, with separate exhaust fan and zone
duct mounted cooling coil.
heating coil.
Duct mounted humidity sensor exhaust duct installed in exhaust duct to control
humidity in supply air (Enthalpy software).
temperature.
Duct mounted exhaust air smoke detector to stop fans and close smoke dampers in
2-way modulating, motorized valve to control flow chilled water in duct mounted
cooling coil.
Duct mounted air temperature sensor to control 2-way valve.
14.11Single zone VAV system.

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Room thermostat to control VAV damper and duct mounted electrical heater.
14.12Multi zone VAV system.
Room thermostat for each room to control duct mounted electrical heater and
connection to DDC.
DDC to control damper actuator in CAV box.
14.13Fan coil units.
Room thermostat to control fan:
Fan speed.
Electrical heater.
2-way motorized valve in chilled water line.
14.14Single speed fan for supply air.
Differential pressure switch over fan to stop fan motor if no air flow (Broken U-Belt).
Differential pressure switch over filters to give an alarm signal if filters clogged.
14.15Single speed fan for exhaust air.
Differential pressure switch over fan to stop fan motor if no air flow.
14.16Smoke and pressurization fan.
Software interface with fire alarm panel.
14.17Variable speed fan for supply air.
Differential pressure switch over fan to stop fan motor if no air flow.
Differential pressure switch over filters to give an alarm signal if filters clogged.
Pressure sensor to control fan speed.
14.18Electrical power services.
Fault indication.
Status.
Power failure alarm.

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Current transducer.

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Method Statement for BEMS System

The American University in Cairo

Egypt National For Mechanical & Date : 27-Aug-

Egypt National For Mechanical & Date : 27-Aug-

The importance of the safety to this project.

The importance of meeting project milestone dates.

The importance of the final product quality.

Define responsible personnel.

Obtain PMCM permit to work.

Preparation works to establish safe "confined spaces".

Test commission and handover the work.

3. Health and Safety :

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Working area shall be clean, free of oil, grease and obstacles.

All material shall be stored in a secure , safe area.

BEMS Building & Energy Management System

Div. 13800 Building and Energy Management system.

Div. 15010 General Provisions for Mechanical work.

Div. 16010 General Provisions for Electrical works.

Div. 16139 Cable Trunks.

Div. 15990 Test and Balancing.

6. References / Code of Practices :

ASHRAE 114 energy management control systems instrumentation, 1986.

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NEC 348: electric metallic tubes (EMT).

ANSI / Ashrae / Iesna standard 90.1-2001

- Installation equipment will be as follow:

Wooden Step Ladders.

7.2 Delivery, Storage and Handling:

- Material deliveries to the site shall be in such intervals to ensure uninterrupted

- Storage area must be well ventilated.

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The installation of the BEMS system is divided in 3 phases:

9.1 Installation of PVC Conduits:

9.2 Installation of Metal (EMT, IMC& Trunking) Conduits:

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Connection to equipment will be executed according to approved details.

Expansion joints for trunking and earthling shall be provided as required

10. Second Phase:

The second phase consists of the installation of:

Differential pressure sensors.

Control valves for AHU's.

Local control panels.

Master Control Panel.

Cabling of the above listed components.

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Cabling of VAV's and duct heaters.

Cabling of FCU control.

10.1 Cable Installation:

The routing of cables will follows the approved shop drawings.

Colour codes will be in accordance with specification.

No jointing of cables shall be done.

The allowed pulling tension (15m) shall be observed.

Bending of cables shall be done according to manufacturers recommendations and as

10.2Installation of Peripherals & Control Panels:

Only approved material will be used.

For the installation of peripheral equipment, the manufacturer's installation instruction