Hvac Works Section No. Descriptions: Table of Content Technical Specifications

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TABLE OF CONTENT
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
HVAC WORKS
SECTION NO. DESCRIPTIONS
GENERAL PROVISIONS FOR HEATING, VENTILATION ANDAIR
1 15020
CONDITIONING WORK.
2 15051 PAINTING
3 15510 PIPES AND PIPE FITTINGS
4 15515 PIPING SPECIALITIES
5 MOUNTING AND ISOLATION OF MECHANICAL AND

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ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
6 15549 INSULATION
7 15660 FUEL OIL STORAGE TANK
8 15661 FUEL OIL SPECIALITIES
9 15730 CONDENSING UNITS
10 15738 SPLIT SYSTEM AIR CONDITIONING UNITS
11 15762 ACOUSTICAL TREATMENT
12 15855 AIR HANDLING UNITS
13 15860 FANS
14 15880 SHEET METAL DUCTWORK
15 15882 FLOW MEASURING AND BALANCING SYSTEM
16 15885 AIR FILTERS
17 15932 GRILLS, REGISTERS AND DIFUSSERS
18 15980 THERMOMETERS AND GUAGES
19 15990 TESTING AND BALANCING
TABLE OF CONTENT
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SECTION 15020
GENERAL PROVISIONS FOR HEATING, VENTILATION

AND AIR CONDITIONING WORK
PART 1–GENERAL
1.1 GENERAL REQUIREMEN
A. The requirements of the Contract Documents, including General Conditions and Special Conditions and
Division 1-GeneralRequirements apply to the work of this division.
B. In case of conflict between these General Provisions and the General Conditions and/or Supplementary
General Conditions the more restrictive requirements govern.
C. The drawings are schematic and diagrammatic and are intended to be a graphic representation of the
contract requirements. Due to restrictions of scale, complete details cannot be shown. It is however
assumed to represent a complete installation. The contractor shall be responsible for providing a
complete installation, coordination with other trades, and coordination with field conditions.
D. Riser diagrams and schematic diagrams generally indicate equipment connections to be used for various
systems. Provide all work shown on diagrams whether or not it is duplicated on the plans.
E. Specifications include incomplete sentences. Words or phrases such as "the contractor shall," "shall be,"
"furnish," "provide," "a," "an," "the," and "all" have been omitted for brevity.
F. Except where modified by a specific notation to the contrary, the indication and/or description of any
item, in the Drawings or Specifications or both, carries with it the instruction to furnish and install the
item complete with all appurtenances or accessories necessary to complete any required system,
regardless of whether or not this instruction is explicitly stated as part of the indication or description.
G. Specifications and Drawings are complimentary and are to be taken together for a complete interpretation
of the work. Where conflicts exist between the drawings and specifications, the item(s) of greater
quantity or cost shall be provided for in the contract price.
H. Drawings, of necessity, utilize symbols and schematic diagrams to indicate various items of work.
Neither of these have any dimensional significance nor do they delineate every item required for the
intended installation. Install the work in accordance with the diagrammatic intent expressed on the
electrical and mechanical drawings, and in conformity with the dimensions indicated on final
architectural and structural working drawings and on equipment shop drawings.
I. Certain details appear on the drawings which are specific with regard to the dimensioning and
positioning of the work. These details are intended only for the purpose of establishing general
feasibility. They do not obviate field coordination for the indicated work.
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J. Derive information as to the general construction from structural and architectural drawings and specificat
K. The contractor shall be responsible for conforming to all local codes, rules and regulations and
restrictions applicable to the installation, methods and practices of work and equipment.
L. The contractor shall adhere to all local standards and those outlined herein.
1.2 DEFINITIONS
A Where used in this document and accompanying drawings, the following words are defined as listed:
1- "Provide" to furnish, install and connect up complete and set to work ready for safe and regular
operation of particular work referred to.
2- "Install " to erect, mount and connect complete with related accessories.
3- "Furnish" or "Supply" to purchase, procure, acquire and deliver complete with related accessories.
4- "Work" labor, materials, equipment, apparatus, controls, accessories and all other items required for
proper and complete installation.
5- "Concealed" embedded in masonry or other construction, installed inferred spaces, within double
partitions or hung ceilings, in trenches, in crawl spaces or in enclosures.
6- "Exposed" not installed underground or "concealed" as defined above.
7- "Indicated" "shown" or "noted" as indicated, shown or noted on drawings and specifications
8- "Similar" or "equal" of base bid manufacturer, equal in materials, weight, size, design and efficiency of
specified product, conforming with "Base Bid Manufacturer's".
9- "Reviewed" ,"satisfactory", "accepted" or "directed", "approved" as reviewed, satisfactory,

accepted or directed by or to Engineer.
10- “Architect”, "Engineer", "Project Manager", "Owner" the party or parties responsible for
interpreting, accepting and otherwise ruling on the performance under "This Contract".
11- "Contract" The agreement covering the work to be performed by "This Contractor".
12- "The Specifications", "The Section Part Division of the Specifications" the documents specifying the
work to be performed by "The Contractor."
13- "Other", "Other Trade" persons, parties, or trades responsible for work of the project other than the
parties who have been awarded the contract for this division of the work.

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14- "Project Manager" is defined as the owner’s Authorized representative.
15- "Operator" The party or organization appointed by the Owner to provide around the clock, 365 day
operation of this facility.
16- "The Contractor" The organization awarded responsibility for delivering a complete, approved and
operable project.
17- "Acceptable Manufacturer" The manufacturer whose product meets the full conditions of the contract
documents in quality, aesthetic appearance, capacities, ratings, applicable codes, space allocation and
warranties to that specified, as approved by the Engineer.
1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE AND STANDARDS

A Make the complete installation in accordance with all state and local municipal codes, all applicable
codes and authorities having jurisdiction, and the applicable requirements and standards of the following:
ANSI American National Standards Institute

ASHRAEAmerican Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers
ASME American Society of Mechanical Engineers
ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials
AWS American Welding Society
AWWA American Water Works Association
IBR Institute of Boiler and Radiator Manufacturers
AMCA Air Moving and Control Association
MSS Manufacturer's Standardization Society of the Valve and Fitting Industry
NEC National Electrical Code
UL Underwriters Laboratories
SMACNASheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National Association
NFPA National Fire Protection Association
ARI Air condoning and refrigeration institute .
CTI Cooling tower institute.
Refer to the Engineer for decisions on any items or requirements noted in the specifications or drawings
which conflict with the standards listed above. Provide all work necessary to comply with these
requirements at no extra cost to the Owner.
1.4 ORGANIZATIONOF THE WORK

A. Implement the work called for under these specifications simultaneously with the work of other Trades in
a manner such as not to delay the overall progress of the project. Be prepared to furnish promptly to
other Trades involved at the project all information and measurements relating to the work which they
may require. Cooperate with them in order to secure the harmony necessary in the interest of the project
as a whole.

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B. Put work in place to meet the construction schedule.
C. Maintain a complete file of shop drawings at the Site available for inspection by the Engineer and Project
Manager. Upon installation, initial and date shop drawings.
D. Provide every facility to permit inspection or observation of the work by the Engineer during the course
of construction.
E. Be responsible for work until its issuance of the certificate of practical completion; replace any of the
same which may be damaged, lost or stolen, including work of other trades without additional cost to the
Owner.
1.5 ACCEPTANCE OF THE WORK
A. Make all workmanship, equipment and materials supplied under these specifications acceptable to the
Engineer, who has the power to reject any items which in their judgment are not in full accordance with
the Drawings and Specifications.
1.6 PERMITS, CERTIFICATES, AND FEES
A. Make delivery to the Engineer for transmittal to the Project Manager upon completion of the work and
before final payment. Pay all charges required by the inspection authority and include their cost in the
bid.
B. Include the procurement of and payment for all permits, certificates and fees for the performance of the
work in compliance with codes, applicable laws and municipal regulations Including those from local
utilities for services.
1.7 SCOPE OF WORK
A. The Specifications and the accompanying drawings are intended to secure the provisions of all material,
labor, equipment, and services necessary to install complete, tested, ready for operation and set to work
the HVAC Systems in accordance with the Specifications and Drawings. Provide all systems complete
with necessary appurtenances and minor auxiliaries, including offsets to clear interferences and supports
which are not shown but are needed to make each system complete in every respect.
Provide all work described in the Specifications and not shown on the Drawings, or vice versa, in
complete working order. If mention has been omitted of any item of work or material, necessary for
completion of the system, then such items must be and are hereby included.
B. Contractor design items
1- Verify and provide external static pressure calculations for all duct work with all fittings and accessories
based on the approved work shop drawings . This applies for all fans , fan coil units and air handling
units , according to the relevant specifications requirements .
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Verify and provide external static pressure calculations for all duct work with all fittings and accessories
based on the approved work shop drawings . This applies for all fans , fan coil units and air handling
units , according to the relevant specifications requirements .
2- Verify and provide pressure drop calculations on the side piping of HVAC system , based on the
approved work shop drawings and according to the relevant technical specifications requirements .
3- Provide analysis of sound level spectrum in different spaces, according to the relevant technical
specifications requirements .
4- Verify and provide calculations of the net positive suction head on all pumps ,based on the approved
work shop drawings and according to the relevant technical specifications requirements .
5- Provide complete design and calculations for the seismic and vibration control system of all mechanical
and electrical equipment , according to the relevant technical specifications requirements .
6- Provide analysis of the water treatment and chemical treatment system concerning raw water, blow down
water , etc , according to the relevant technical specifications requirements .
7- Verify and provide smoke calculation showing smoke flow rate , smoke temperature rise and the fan
flow rate , and provide complete selection of the smoke fans including fire rating and pressure drop
according to the approved shop drawings and according to the relevant technical specifications .
8- Verify and provide calculations for the expansion tanks capacity , based on the approved work shop
drawings and according to the relevant technical specifications requirements .
Provide computer selection , according to the relevant technical specifications requirements , of all
9- mechanical and devices including , but not limited to :
Chillers Cooling towers Boilers and accessories Air handling units Fan coil units
Fans Pressure reducing valves Variable air–volume and constant–air volumes boxes
10- Provide computer software programs , according to the relevant Codes and standards , for all HVAC
Systems including , but not limited to :
Cooling load Analysi Chilled water hydronic calculations Duct routing pressure drop
CFD Analysis for Car parking's using Jet fan
1.8 EXAMINATION OF EXISTING CONDITIONS
A. Before submitting a proposal, the Contractor is responsible for visiting the site of the work and becoming
thoroughly familiar with all conditions and limitations. The submission of a proposal will be construed as
evidence that such an examination has been made, and later claims for labor, equipment or materials
required for difficulties encountered which could have been foreseen had such an examination been
made will not be recognized.
B. Verify all grades, elevations, dimensions, and clearances at the site.
C. Existing conditions, equipment, material, and sizes are shown for reference only. Verify existing
conditions and bring any discrepancies to the Engineer's attention in writing prior to submission. Do not
proceed with work until deficiencies have been corrected and written notification to proceed is received
from the Engineer.

C. Existing conditions, equipment, material, and sizes are shown for reference only. Verify existing
conditions
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proceed with work until deficiencies have been corrected and written notification to proceed is received
from the Engineer.
1.9 SHOP DRAWINGS AND OTHER INFORMATION REQUIRED
A. Prior to purchasing equipment or materials, submit a list of proposed manufacturers to the Engineer, for
approval.
B. Shop drawings which are submitted out of sequence or without supplemental information necessary for
proper evaluation of the submission may be subject to delay in processing.
C. Shop drawings must bear the Contractor's stamp certifying:
1- That he has checked the submitted shop drawings.
2- That the submitted shop drawing is fully coordinated with all interfacing trades and with other trades
where interference may occur.
3- That the submitted shop drawings are in conformance with the contract documents, except for stated
substitutions and/or changes.
D. Prior to assembling or installing the work, submit the following for review:
1- Catalog information and factory assembly drawings, as required for a complete explanation and
description of all items of equipment.
2- Field installation drawings, as required to explain fully all procedures involved in erecting, mounting and
connecting all items of equipment.
3- Scale drawings indicating insert and sleeve locations.
4-
Scale composite drawings, showing all duct work, piping, lighting fixtures, main conduit runs, and
drainage piping above the hung ceilings and in the mechanical equipment rooms. The drawings will
indicate pipe and duct sizes and their elevation above the floor. Obtain layout of plumbing, fire
protection and electrical work from the respective trades for inclusion on the composite drawing. The
signature of each trade Contractor on the composite drawing will attest to full coordination of these
drawings.
5- Materials installed or work performed without approval of materials is done at the risk of the Contractor,
and the cost of removal of such material or work which is judged unsatisfactory for any reason is at the
expense of the Contractor. Including the affects of work by other Trades.
F. Documents will not be accepted for review unless:

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1- Number of copies and type of paper complies with the submittal requirements of the contract documents.
2- Complete information pertaining to appurtenances and accessories is included.
3- Submitted as a package where documents pertain to related items.
4- Properly marked with service or function identification as related to the project, where they consist of
catalog sheets displaying other items which are not applicable.
5- Properly marked with external connection identification as related to the project where they consist of
standard factory assembly or field installation drawings.
G. Trade Contractor shall provide to installing trade in a timely fashion all information for work of other
trades such as concrete base locations curbs, shaft locations and mark out, supports, etc.
1.10 RECORD DRAWING
A- Before commencing work, procure complete set of black and white prints of Contract Drawings.
B- Maintain prints in field office and permanently record, in colored pencil, on such prints, at time of
occurrence, deviations from Contract Drawings.
C- Dimension underground utilities from permanent identifiable structural points.
D- Make drawings available for Engineer's periodic inspection and submit for review with As-Built
Drawings.
1.11 AS-BUILT DRAWINGS
A- Before commencing work, procure complete set of reproducible transparencies of Contract Drawings
B- Neatly revise to conform with Record Drawings.
C- Conspicuously indicate major deviations in Mechanical Equipment Rooms by specific reference to shop
drawings of these rooms and provide an accurate and complete record of the work as installed.
D. Upon completion of work, submit an electronic copy and signed and certified reproducible
transparencies as As-Built and referenced Shop Drawings, along with marked up prints of Record
Drawings, to Engineer for acceptance.
1.12 COORDINATION OF WORK WITH OTHER TRADES

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A.
Coordinate the work of this division with the work of all other trades and the utility company and so
arrange that there will be no delay in the proper installation and completion of any part or parts of each
respective work where in it may be interrelated with that of these specifications so that generally all
construction work can proceed without delaying the completion of the project.
B.
Examine contract drawings and specifications for all other trades relating to this project, verify all
governing conditions at the site, and become fully informed as to the extent and character of the work
required and its relation to other work in the building. No consideration will be granted for any alleged
misunderstanding of the materials to be furnished for work to be done.
C.
Scaled and figured dimensions with respect to the items are approximate only; sizes of equipment have
been taken from typical equipment items of the class indicated. Before proceeding with work, carefully
check all dimensions and sizes and assume full responsibility for the fitting-in of equipment and
materials to the building and to meet architectural and structural conditions.
D.
Coordinate work with other trades. Confer with other trades whose work might affect this installation;
and arrange all parts of this work and equipment in proper relation to the work and equipment of others,
with the building construction and with architectural finish so that this work will harmonize in service,
appearance, and function.
E. Install exposed piping and duct work to provide the maximum amount of head room coordinated with the
Architectural drawings above the finished floor. Install piping and ductwork concealed in areas where
hung ceilings or other furred spaces are indicated.
F. Refer to the Architectural Drawings for ceiling heights, locations and types of hung ceilings and furred
spaces.
G.
Furnish to other trades for general coordination, detailed advance information regarding all requirements
related to work under other Divisions and/or Sections. Furnish sizes, accurate data, and locations of any
and all pads, pits, chases, sleeves, and slots through floor slabs, walls, foundations, ceilings, roof, and
other special openings required for work under this Division.
H.
Provide sepia drawings for trade coordination. The sepia of this "coordination "drawing will be
circulated in timely fashion to the other trades for indication of their work to permit coordination. Attend
coordination meetings. When coordination is complete to the satisfaction of the Contractor, "sign off"
the coordination drawings. See "SHOP DRAWINGS AND OTHERINFORMATION REQUIRED."
1.13 DELIVERY AND RECEIVING
A. Owner-furnished equipment will be delivered, crated or otherwise packaged to the site delivery point
selected by the Project Manager. The Contractor is responsible for accepting delivery of all Owner-
furnished
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PROVISIONS which are under his trade jurisdiction and place them in their final location.
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A. Owner-furnished equipment will be delivered, crated or otherwise packaged to the site delivery point
selected by the Project Manager. The Contractor is responsible for accepting delivery of all Owner-
furnished items which are under his trade jurisdiction and place them in their final location.
B.
Where items cannot be immediately placed in their final position, the Contractor is responsible for
storing and protecting all Owner-furnished items until the time of their final installation. The contractor
is responsible for the care and protection of the items until issuance of the certificate of practical
completion. Coordinate delivery of Utility Company furnished equipment with the delivery policy of that
company.
1.14 ROTECTION, MAINTENANCE AND PRODUCT HANDLINGOF HVAC EQUIPMENT
A.
Deliver and store HVAC equipment at the site, properly packed and crated until finally installed. Store
materials in spaces approved by the Project Manager. Investigate each space through which equipment
must be moved. If necessary, have equipment shipped from manufacturer in crated sections of size
suitable for moving through restricted spaces.
B.
Adequately protect uninstalled and installed equipment and materials against loss or stealing, damage
caused by water, paint, fire, plaster, moisture, acids, fumes, dust or other environmental conditions, or
physical damage, during delivery, storage, installation and shutdown conditions. Replace any damaged
or stolen material without extra cost to the Owner. Provide periodic maintenance for stored equipment.
C. Provide effective protection for all material and equipment against damage that may be caused by
environmental conditions. Do no work when conditions of temperature in area or moisture on materials
or substrates are not in accordance with material manufacturer's recommended conditions for installation.
D.
Maintain all equipment and systems installed until, issuance of the certificate of practical completion.
The operation of the equipment by the Owner does not constitute an acceptance of the work. Work will
be accepted only after the Contractor has adjusted its equipment, demonstrated that it fulfills the
requirements of the Drawings and Specifications, and has furnished all required documentation, and
fulfilled all contract requirements.
E. Provide effective protection against damage for all materials and equipment during shipment, and storage
at the Project Site. Cover all stored equipment to exclude dust and moisture. Place stored equipment on
pallets or racks with appropriate weather cover.
F. After ductwork, piping and equipment are installed, cover openings to prevent entrance of water and
foreign materials. Close openings with temporary metal or plastic caps.

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G.
Protect all rough and finished floors and other finished surfaces from damage which may be caused by
construction materials and methods. Protect floors with tarpaulins, drip pans and oil-proof floor covering.
Protect finished surfaces from welding and cutting splatters with baffles and splatter blankets. Protect
finished surfaces from paint droppings, adhesive and other marring agents with drop cloths. Protect
other surfaces with appropriate protective measures.
H. Deliver materials to Project Site in manufacturer's original unopened containers with manufacturer's
name and product identification clearly marked thereon
I. After completion of work, clean the exterior surfaces of equipment furnished in this Division including
concrete residue, to the satisfaction of the Engineer
1.15 EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS
A. Provide Equipment and Materials required for installation under the Specifications new and without
blemish or defect. Provide equipment and materials which meet with the acceptance of authorities
having jurisdiction over the work. Where such acceptance is contingent upon having the products
certified by a testing laboratory, provide products so listed or labeled. Where no specific indication as to
the type or quality of material or equipment is indicated, furnish a first class standard article.
B. Wherever a manufacturer of a product is specified and the terms "other approved" or "approved equal" or
"equal" or "similar to" are used, the substituted item must conform in all respects to the specified item,
and meet with the Engineer's approval. Consideration will not be given to claims that the substituted
item meets the performance requirements with lesser construction. Performance as delineated in
schedules and in the Specifications indicate minimum performance. In many cases, equipment is
oversized to allow for pick-up loads, de rating and future loads which cannot be delineated under the
minimum performance.
C. Provide all equipment of one type (such as valves, fans, pumps, coils, etc.) produced by one
manufacturer.
D. Substituted equipment where permitted and approved must conform to space requirements. Replace at
Contractor's expense any substituted equipment that cannot meet space requirements, whether approved
or not. Make any modifications of related systems as a result of substitutions at Contractor's expense.
E. Note that shop drawings, or other information submitted in accordance with the requirements herein
before specified, do not assure that the Engineer attests to the dimensional suitability of the material or
equipment involved. Engineer's approval of shop drawings for substituted equipment, does not waive
the Contractor's responsibility to assure proper fit with adequate clearances for maintenance.

E. Note that shop drawings, or other information submitted in accordance with the requirements herein
before
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equipment involved. Engineer's approval of shop drawings for substituted equipment, does not waive
the Contractor's responsibility to assure proper fit with adequate clearances for maintenance.
F. Substitutions of equipment for that listed on the schedules or designated by model number in the
Specifications will not be considered if the item listed or described is not a regular cataloged item shown
in the current catalog of the manufacturer and been successfully used for a period of not less than five
years.
1.16 ACCESS DOORS IN FINISHED CONSTRUCTION
A. Access doors as required for operation and maintenance of concealed equipment, valves, controls, pull
boxes, etc., shall be provided and installed by others, whether shown on the drawings or not.
B. Coordinate and prepare a location, size, and function schedule of access doors required and deliver to the
Engineer for approval.
C. Refer to the pertinent Architectural specification section for the type and quality of access doors to be
furnished for designated areas and ceiling conditions.
D. Access doors in ductwork and HVAC equipment shall be supplied and installed by the HVAC
Contractor as required for operation and maintenance, whether shown on the drawings or not.
1.17 TOOLS
Contractor is responsible to provide tools and equipment necessary to complete his work without use of
any of the project equipment such as flushing pumps , motor control centers .. etc .
Provide direct current welding machines for piping welding and steel welding processes.
Provide drying furnace for keep welding electrodes dry .
Provide testing and commissioning, measuring tools , to get approvals prior to start the work .
1.18 OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
A. After completion of all required equipment and system tests and unless specifically noted elsewhere in
these specifications, provide at Owner's/Operator's convenience, knowledgeable personnel and necessary
equipment to reasonably instruct and demonstrate the operation and maintenance of said equipment and
system Arrange for the related manufacturer or authorized representative to assist with this orientation.
The orientation shall be a minimum of five (5) days in addition to start up time.
B. Before requesting acceptance of work, furnish five (5) copies in bound form of a complete instruction
manual, type written or printed.
C. Include the following in the instruction manuals in accordance with Division 1,and the following:
1.0 Table of Contents

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2.0 Introduction-Explanation of manual and its use
3.0 Description of system and/or equipment

A. Complete schematic drawings of all systems
B. Functional and sequential description of all systems.
4.0 Systems operation

A. Operation procedures
B. All posted instruction charts
5.0 Maintenance
A. Systems trouble-shooting charts
B. Procedures for checking out functions
C. Recommended list of spare parts and cost
D. Schedule of recommended maintenance
6.0 Listing of manufacturers
7.0 Manufacturer's data: Where multiple model, type and size listings are included, clearly and
conspicuously indicate those that are pertinent to this installation.
A. Description-literature, drawings, illustrations, certified performance charts, technical data, etc.
B. Operation
C. Parts list
D. Names, addresses and telephone numbers of recommended repair and service companies
E. Guarantee data
1.19 GUARANTEES AND CERTIFICATIONS
A. Guarantee all work to be free from leaks or defects. Replace or repair, as directed by the Engineer,
defective materials or workmanship, as well as damage to the work of the Trades resulting from same for
the duration of stipulated guarantee periods.
B. The duration of guarantee periods following the date of acceptance of the entire work shall be a
minimum of one(1)year or as noted in the Contract general & special conditions However, due to the
nature of the installation, provide additional time as follows:
1- Extension of guarantee to include one continuous heating season, from November 1 to April 1.
2- Extension of guarantee to include one continuous cooling season, from May 1 to October 1.
C. Submit certification attesting to the fact that specified performance and other criteria are met by all items
of equipment.
1.20 PAINTINGS
A. Deliver all equipment with standard factory finish or as specified. Clean all equipment before acceptance
by the Owner.
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A. Deliver all equipment with standard factory finish or as specified. Clean all equipment before acceptance
by the Owner.
B. Except as otherwise specified, priming will be done under other Sections of the work.
C. Any Material transported in a piping system will be color coded. Positive Identification of contents of A
piping system shall be by lettered legend giving the name of the material in full or abbreviated form
Arrows will be used to indicate the direction of flow. Color coding shall be applied to the entire exposed
piping system. Identifying color of materials one word in piping systems are as :
Material Color
Blow-off water Yellow
Fire protection water Red
Fuel gas Yellow
Hot water Yellow
Sanitary, water Green
Sprinkler, water Red
Storm sewer Green
Make-up water Green
Waste Water Green
Water Green
1.21 IDENTIFICATION
All systems and equipment requiring identification and nomenclature shall be provided in Arabic &
1.22 SITE VISITS FOR OBSERVATION English.
A. As the project progresses, the Engineer, at his discretion, will perform site visits to observe the
mechanical and electrical installations. At the conclusion of these site visits, punch lists or non-
compliance notices will be issued to the appropriate Contractor for the deficiencies in the work of his
trade. Complete all work and perform all corrective measures as required by the punch lists. After this
corrective and completion work has been accomplished advise the Engineering writing that every item
on the punch lists has been completed.
1.23 TRAINING
A. The Contractor shall instruct and train personnel, designated by the Owner for the purpose, in the
operation and maintenance of every part, device and equipment in the systems with particular emphasis
on proper start-up and shutdown procedures, preventive maintenance and lubrication procedures with the
recommended lubricants overhaul and major maintenance methods, adjustment and calibration of
instruments and controls, the use of special tools and safe practices.
B. The Owner will bear all the expenses of his personnel allocated for this purpose.

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SECTION 15051
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PART 1–GENERAL
1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS
A. Drawings and general provisions of Contract, including General andSupplementary Conditions &
Division-1 Specification Sections, apply to workof this Section.
B. General Requirements for HVAC Work, Section 15020, applies to work of thisSection.
C. The requirements of this Section apply to equipment specified elsewhere in thespecification.
1.2 DESCRIPTION OF WORK
A. The work includes the providing of all labor, supervision, materials, equipment,accessories, services and
tests necessary to complete and make ready foroperation by the Owner.
1.3 SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: Submit manufacturer's product data, including printed technicalliterature.
PART 2– PRODUCTS
2.1 GENERAL
All exposed and uninsulated pipes, ferrous supports, gantries, brackets and steelwork in the Contract
works shall be painted in accordance with this section of the Specification. The contractor shall obtain
from the supplier of any paint or similar product detailedinstructions for the use of that product, specific
to the conditions found on the contract.These shall include details of storage, preparation of steelwork,
application method andconditions, overcoating and any other relevant points. The contractor shall
comply with the manufacturer's instructions for the use of anyproduct, unless these are in conflict with
the requirements of this specification. Areasof conflict shall be brought to the attention of the Owner's
Authorised Representative.
2.2 APPLICATION OF PAINT

SURFACE PREPARATION
Prior to surface preparation the steel surfaces shall be cleaned of dirt, grease, loose rust nd other
contaminants. No pipe shall be used which has corrosion. The contractor shall ensure that all pipework
shall be delivered from the factorythoroughly blast cleaned to acceptable quality, and suitably protected
to prevent rustformation before application of the paint scheme. The surface roughness after
cleaningshall not exceed apeak-to-trough amplitude of 80um. Prior to application of primer steel surfaces
shall be cleaned of dirt, grease and othercontaminants. Any rust present shall be completely removed by
blast cleaning or wirebrushing to the standard noted above.
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Severely pittedsteelwork shall not be used. Galvanized steel shall be degreased by scrubbing with a
warm detergent solution (2%Teepol or equivalent) followed by water washing, followed by treatment
with a mordantsolution followed by water washing once the surface has returned black. Any areaswhere
the surface does not turn black shall be recleaned and re-treated.
The quality of surface preparation specified must be obtained at the time of priming.Areas to be welded
shall be masked off prior to priming, and re-prepared and primed tothe same quality after welding.
2.3 PAINT SCHEME
The criteria in the following clauses shall be used to define which scheme should be used in a given
situation where not specifically given in the paint scheme schedule.
SCHEME P/1 Internal uninsulated steel pipework and internal steel support systems (in a dry
place).
SCHEME P/2 Internal insulated steel pipework (in a dry space away from the buildingperimeter,
where condensation is likely to occur only in exceptionalcircumstances. Includes
pipes which are insulated with an integralvapour barrier.)
SCHEME P/3 External and lightwell insulated steel pipework and all steel supportsystems ( in a
position in which condensation is likely to occur fromtime to time, and in whichthe
paint is unlikely to be maintained).
SCHEME P/4 Internal uninsulated steel pipework and internal steel support systems (ina position
in which condensation is likely to occur from time to time,and in which
maintenance of the paint is possible).
SCHEME P/5 External galvanised steel pipework and external galvanised steelsupports.
If the Contractor has reason to believe that the conditions will in fact be more onerousthan those in the
relevant clause above, he shall draw this to the attention of the Owner'sAuthorised Representative.
The various paint schemes shall be as detailed below (DFT shall mean dry filmthickness):
SCHEME P/1
Surface preparation As above
Primer Zinc phosphate oil/alkyd primer, 40 microns DFT
Finishes Oil/alkyd finish (colour specified elsewhere)
SCHEME P/2
Surface preparation As above
Primer Zinc phosphate oil/alkyd primer, 40 microns DFT.
SCHEME P/3
Surface preparation Type1
Barrier coat (1) High build bituminous coating, chocolate brown, 100 microns DFT

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Barrier coat (2) High build bituminous coating,black, 100 microns DFT
SCHEME P/4
Surface preparation Type1
Barrier Oil/alkyd MIO barrier coat, 75 microns DFT
Undercoat Oil/alkyd undercoat, 40 microns DFT
Finish Oil/alkyd finish
SCHEME P/5
Surface preparation Etch prime
Barrier Cold tar epoxy, 125 micronsDFT
Where a Contractor wishes to modify the specified paint scheme he shall demonstratethat the proposed
alternative is at least equivalent to the specified scheme, and that it will not create compatibility problems
with any adjacent scheme.All paints in a single scheme shall be supplied by the same manufacturer.
Primers in which red oxide (red iron oxide) is the primary colouring agent shall not beused.
2.4 APPLICATION OF PAINT
The Contractor shall demonstrate by means of samples submitted beforecommencement of the work, the
methods he intends to use and the quality of work thatwill be achieved.
All work adjudged by the Owner's Authorised Representative to be worse in quality thanthe samples
shall be rejected.
All painting shall be carriedout by skilled painters under competent supervision.
Each coat of paint shall be applied to a clean and suitable surface to produce acontinuous film of paint of
uniform and even thickness.
As soon as the priming coat has dried, an extra stripe coat of paint shall be applied to alledges, corners,
cervices, bolt heads, welds and any similar areas, using the same paint asfor the primer but in a
contrasting shade.
The dry film thickness shall be measured after each coat has dried. Wet film thickness
measurements shall not be used, other than for control purposes.
The adhesion of the paint scheme shall be measured and carried out on representativeareas chosen to be
non-obtrusive in the final condition. Areas worse than that standardshall be cleaned to bare metal and
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The test areas shall be touched-up in accordance with this Specification.
2.5 DAMAGED SURFACES
The Contractor take all necessary precautions to minimize damage to steal and to paintcoatings during
handling, installationand thereafter.
Where damage or breakdown has occurred, or in any other place where the paintworkdoes not comply
with this Specification the Contractor shall touch-up to an equivalentstandard to the ub\damaged paint,
and in such a way that the areas oftouch-up shall notbe visually apparent.
The Contractor shall demonstrate to the Owner's Authorised Representative that hisproposals for
touching-up shall include details of surface preparation, area of overlap,type and thickness of paint to be
used and any other relevant features, shall producework in accordance with this Specification.
2.6 PIPEWORK IDENTIFICATION
Pipework identification shall be in accordance with the pipework Identification Specification system
should be conformed with hotel identification system necessarycoordination should be done to have the
same shape and quality of work.

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SECTION 15510
PIPES AND PIPE FITTINGS
PART 1–GENERAL
A. Drawings and general provisions of Contract, including General and SpecialConditions and Division-1
Specification Sections, apply to work of this Section.
B. The requirements specified in this section apply to all related sections in this Division. The requirements
of all related sections, elsewhere in this division also apply to this section unless specified to the
contrary.
A. The work includesthe providing of all labor, supervision, materials, equipment,accessories, services and
tests necessary to complete and make ready foroperation by the Owner, all piping, fittings and jointing
materials in accordancewith Drawings and Specifications.
1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Manufacturers: Firms regularly engaged in manufacture of piping, fittings andjointing materials of the
types, materials and sizes required, whose products havebeen in satisfactory use in similar service for not
less than 5 years.
B. Cast, stamp or roll manufacturer's name on each pipe length, and cast, stamp orroll manufacturer's
symbol and pressure rating on each fitting.
C. Standards Compliance: Comply with requirements of applicable local codes andthe standards as outlined
in section 15020 of this specification.
1.4 SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: Submit manufacturer's product data, including point of originprinted technical literature,
installation instructions and catalog cuts for eachtype of pipe and pipe fitting. TheContractor shall
supply samples with hismaterial submission as required by theEngineer.
B. Schedule: Submit a piping schedule showing manufacturer, pipe or tube weight,fitting type and joint
type for each piping system, for approval before orderingthe material.
C. Welder's certificates certifying that welders comply withrequirements specified under Quality Assurance.
D. Certification of compliance with specified requirements outlinedherein.
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E. Welding procedure and method statement and mechanical testing for selected of weld.
PART 2–PRODUCTS
2.1 PIPE AND FITTING MATERIALS
A. Steel Pipe and Pipe Fittings
1- Standard Weight Pipe (Schedule 40) Standard weight pipe shall be defined as seamless wrought steel
piping rated for continuous service at a pressure of 1035kPa at 110°C, and shall
conform to the criteria below.
Nominal Inside Wall Weight per
PipeSize Diameter Thickness Meter
Fittings
mm mm mm Kg/m
12 15.8 2.75 0.9 Screwed
20 20.93 2.87 1.68 Malleable
Screwed Iron
25 26.64 3.38 2.5 Malleable Iron
Screwed
32 35.05 3.56 3.38 Malleable Iron
Screwed
40 40.89 3.68 4.05 Malleable Iron
Screwed
50 52.5 3.91 5.44 Malleable Iron
Screwed
65 62.71 5.16 8.62 Malleable
Welded Iron
Malleable Iron
80 77.93 5.49 11.29 Welded Wrought Steel
400 381 12.7 123.29 Welded Wrought Steel
B. Heavy Weight Pipe (Schedule 80)
1- Heavy weight pipe should be defined as seamless wrought steel pipe rated for continuous service at a
pressure of 2070 kPa at 110°C and shall conform to the criteria below.

Fittings
mm mm mm Kg/m
12 13.9 3.75 1.62 Screwed Grey Cast Iron

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Fittings
65 59 7.01 11.41 Welded Wrought Steel
125 122.3 9.53 31 Welded Wrought Steel
C. Copper Pipe-Types K and L-Hard Tempered

1- Types K and L copper pipe shall be constructed of seamless hard drawn copper. Type'K' (heavy
wrought) copper pipe shall be rated for continuous service at 1035 kPa at110°C. Type 'L', medium
weight copper pipe shall be rated for continuous service at1035 kPa at 110°C. Copper pipe shall
conform to the criteria below.
Nominal outside
PipeSize diameter
Inside Diameter Weight per Meter Fittings
mm mm mm mm Kg/m Kg/m
TYPE K TYPE K TYPE L TYPE K TYPE L
6 10 7.9 8 0.2 0.19
10 13 10.2 10.9 0.4 0.29
13 16 13.4 13.8 0.51 0.42
16 19 16.6 16.9 0.62 0.54
20 22 18.9 19.9 0.95 0.68
Wrought copper sweated
25 29 25.3 26 1.25 0.97
socket fittings
32 35 31.6 32.1 1.55 1.31
40 41 37.6 38.2 2.03 1.7
50 54 49.8 50.4 3.07 2.61
65 67 61.8 62.6 4.35 3.69
80 80 73.8 74.8 5.96 4.96
90 92 85.9 87 7.63 6.39
2.2 FITTINGS
A. Standard Weight Pipe (Schedule 40)
1- Up to 50mm: screwed maleable cast iron, rated for continuous service at 1035 kPa at 110°C.
65mm and larger: wrought steel, welded, rated for continuous service at 1035 kPa at 110°C.
Flanges, all sizes:forged steel either companion type or welding neck type, rated for continuous service at
900 kPa at 110°C.
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1- UpNAME
to 50mm: screwed maleable cast iron, rated for continuous service at 1035 kPa at 110°C.
65mm and larger: wrought steel, welded, rated for continuous service at 1035 kPa at 110°C.
Flanges, all sizes:forged steel either companion type or welding neck type, rated for continuous service at
900 kPa at 110°C.
up to 80 mm: 4 bolts, 16mm dia

100mm to 200mm 8 bolts, 19mm dia
Welded flanges only, screw on flanges will not be accepted
B. Heavy Weight Pipe (Schedule 80)
1- Up to 50mm: screwed malleableforged steel ,rated for continuous service at2070 kPa at 110°C.
Flanges: cast iron, welding neck type only, rated for continuous service at 2070kPa at 110°C.
up to 40mmto50mm: 4 bolts, 16mm dia

to 400mm 20 bolts, 28mm dia
C. Copper Pipe, Types K and L
1- All sizes: wrought copper, socket type, sweated, rated for service at 1035 kPa at 110°C.
D. Gaskets:
Non-asbestos 1.5 mm thick, dimensions per ANSI B16.21
E. Bolts:
Chrome-molybdenum bolt stud, ASTM A 193 Grade B7. Threaded full length threads, ANSI B 1.1.
Length sufficient to project beyond nuts three completethreads when joint is made.
F. NUTS:
Carbon steel, ASTM A 194 Grade 2H, Hexagon, heavy series. Threads same as for bolts.
G. Ring Spacers and Test Blanks
1- Provide between flanges where shown on drawings or where necessary toisolate equipment from the
piping system Ring spacers to be replaced bytest blanks during hydrostatic testing and/or during
chemical cleaning for equipment isolation.
2- Size and rating to match companion flanges.

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PART 3–EXECUTION
3.1 INSPECTION
A. Examine area and condition under which pipes and pipe fittings are to beinstalled. NotifyEngineer
inwriting of conditions detrimental to propercompletion of the work. Do not proceed with the work until
unsatisfactoryconditions have been corrected.
3.2 PIPING SYSTEMS
A. Hot Water Heating:

1.0 Black steel,standard weight pipe and fittings.
B. Chilled Water:
2.0 Coil runouts-Hard drawn Type L copper with wrought copper fittings.
3.0 Coil drain runouts and risers-Hard drawn Type L copper with wrought copper fittings.
C. Condenser Water:
D. Make-up Water:
1.0 Hard drawn Type L copper with wrought copper fittings
E. Boiler Feed Water:

F. Boiler Blow-Off:
G. Fuel Oil:
1.0 Black steel, standard weight pipe with heavy weight fittings.
H. Fuel Oil Fill, Vent and Sounding:

1.0 Black steel, standard weight pipe and fittings
I. Refrigerant:
1.0 Hard drawn Type K copper with wrought copper fittings

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J. Vents and Reliefs:

K. Emergency Generator Engine Exhaust:

L. Drains:
1.0 Galvanized steel, standard weight pipe and fittings.
2.0 Type K copper with wrought copper fittings
M. Steam:
1.0 Black steel, heavy weight pipe and fittings.
M. Thermal Oil:
1.0 Black steel, heavy weight pipe and fittings. Flush pipe with high temperature primer rated for service at
275°C. Fittings to be all welded, valves and strainers are to be flanged.
3.3 PIPE JOINT CONSTRUCTION
A. Screw Joints:
1.0 Use full cut threads as shown below.
Nominal Pipe Size Threads Bore Size Thread Length Thread Depth
mm cm mm mm mm
20 5.5 23.02 14 14.29
25 4.5 28.97 17 17.46
32 4.5 38.1 18 17.46
40 4.5 43.66 18.5 17.46
50 4.5 55.56 19.5 19.05
65 3.1 68.26 29 23.81
2.0 Seal joints with Teflon tape, Permatex or other approved compound,applied to the male threads only.
The use of cotton wicking, lampwickor caulking is prohibited.
B. Welding Joints.
1.0 Weld piping in accordance with local codes and standard acceptedpractice and the ASME Boiler and
Pressure Vessel Code. Useonly welders qualified in accordance with these codes.
2.0 Repair or replace any work found to be not in conformance withthese codes.
3.0 Make all welded joints (except pipe welded end-to-end) by theuse of forged one-piece welding flanges,
caps, nozzles, longradius elbows, branch outlets and tees of approved make, exceptas specified to the
contrary herein. Use all such fittings of a typewhich maintains full wall thickness at all points, ample
radius
PIPES AND andfillets,
PIPE FITTINGS and proper bevels at ends of 37½°and has the sameallowable working pressureSECTION
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of the same size and schedule."Weld-o-lets" may be used where standard fittings of requiredsizes are not
available. Grind cut pipe to a 37½°bevel. Deburrall ground and cut pipe.
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3.0 Make all welded joints (except pipe welded end-to-end) by theuse of forged one-piece welding flanges,
caps, nozzles, longradius elbows, branch outlets and tees of approved make, exceptas specified to the
contrary herein. Use all such fittings of a typewhich maintains full wall thickness at all points, ample
radius andfillets, and proper bevels at ends of 37½°and has the sameallowable working pressure as pipe
of the same size and schedule."Weld-o-lets" may be used where standard fittings of requiredsizes are not
available. Grind cut pipe to a 37½°bevel. Deburrall ground and cut pipe.
C. Copper Tubing Solder Joints: Cut end of tubing square and remove all burrs.Clean inside of fitting and
outside of tubing with steel wool or emery cloth.Make joint with non-corrosive paste flux and 95-5 tin
antimony solder. Coredsolder will not be permitted. Take care to prevent annealing of fitting and
tubing.Use silver solder with a melting point exceeding 595 oC where noted under the specific piping
systems. After joint is soldered, clean off excess flux.
D. Dielectric Fittings:
1.0 Install union with threaded or soldered end connection for the pipe materials in which it is installed.
2.0 Construct union to isolate dissimilar metals, prevent galvanic action and prevent corrosion.
E. Mechanical Pipe Couplings:
1.0 Mechanical couplings may be used in lieu of threaded, flanged or welded connections in water
circulating systems not exceeding 93PoPC and 1,033 KPa working pressure and must meet the pressure,
temperature support and flexibility requirements of the system in which they are used. Obtain written
authorization from the Engineer for the specific system(s) application.
2.0 Fabricate coupling housings of either malleable iron conforming to ASTM A-47 or ductile iron
conforming to ASTM A-536.
3.0 Construct coupling gasket of synthetic rubber.
4.0 Grooved couplings are to hold in place the gasket which bridges the pipeends. Thegasket is designed to
be pressure responsive, so that internalpressure serves to increase the seal's water tightness. The
couplingassemblies are held together with heat treated, carbon steel bolts andnuts conforming with a
minimum tensile strength of 757,900 KPa.
5.0 All pipe fittings are to have grooved ends, designed to accept the grooved mechanical couplings and
fabricated of either malleable iron or ductileiron or steel.
F. Flanged Joints:
1.0 Provide gaskets between all flanges of either copper or corrugated steel.
3.4 INSTALLATION

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A. The drawings indicate schematically the size and location of piping. Setpiping up and down and offset to
meet field conditions and coordinationbetween trades without additional cost.
B. Install all pipe andpipe groups in straight and parallel lines and oncommon pipe racks, where possible.
C. Make all changes in direction of piping with fittings. Mitered fittings,face or flush bushings, close
nipples or street elbows are not acceptable.
D. Pitch all water lines upward in the direction of flow, 25mm in 30m.
E. Install all circulating water systems to allow air to vent at high points andto drain at low points.
F. Install float operated automatic air vents, with valves, at all high points.Run discharge pipe from air vent
to nearest floor drain or slop sink.
G. Install drains, 15mm globe valve, at all low points with hose connectionand cap chained to valve body.
H. Use eccentric reducing fittings in piping where required for properdraining of the system.
I. Make all piping connections to coils and equipment with offsets providedwith approved screwed or
welded, bolted and gasketed flanges orscrewed unions, so arranged that the equipment can be serviced
orremoved without dismantling the piping.
J. Install piping to coils, pumps and other equipment at full line size,including valves and strainers.
Reduction in line size may be made onlyat the connection to equipment and control valves.
K. Run miscellaneous drains, vents, reliefs and overflowsfrom tanks,equipment, piping, relief valves,
pumps, etc., to the nearest open sightdrain or roof drain. Provide drain valves whenever required for
completedrainage of piping, including the system side of all pumps. Drainagepiping is not to be run
across floors, walkways, work areas etc.Coordinate type of drain required and location with appropriate
trade.
L. Support, anchor and guide all piping to compensate for expansion andcontraction and to prevent undue
strains on piping or apparatus. Provide3-elbow swings at all branch riser takeoffs to take up expansion.
Arrangebranches to take up motion of riser.
M. Provide domestic water connections from valved outlets to anyequipment requiring the same.
Coordinate location and routing withothertrades.
N. If, after the plant is in operation, any coils or other apparatus are stratifiedor air bound (by vacuum or
pressure) re-pipe with new, approved andnecessary fittings, air vents or vacuum breakers, at no extra cost
toOwner. If connectionsare concealed in furring, floors or ceilings,Contractor will bear all expenses of
removing and restoring constructionto its original condition.

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O. Furnish and install pipe wells and pressure and flow tappings as directedby the systems contractor.
3.5 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. After installation and prior to testing, insulating or painting, inspecting accordance with the procedures
of ASME B319each run of each systemfor completion of joints, supports and accessory items.
B. Refer to Division 15 Section "Testing and Balancing" for piping systemstesting and balancing.

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SECTION 15515
PIPING SPECIALTIES
PART 1–GENERAL
A. Drawings and general provisions of Contract, including General and Special Conditions, and Division 1 -
Specification sections, apply to work of this section.
B. The requirements specified in this section apply to all related sections in this Division. The requirements
of all related sections, elsewhere in this division also apply to this section unless specified to the
contrary.
A. The work includes the providing of all labor, supervision, materials, equipment, accessories, services and
tests necessary to complete and made ready and set to work for operation by the Owner, all piping
specialties in accordance with Drawings and Specifications. The piping specialties include but are not
limited to the following:
1.0 Pipe Sleeves

2.0 Pipe Escutcheons
3.0 Pipe Expansion Joints & Provisions
4.0 Strainers
5.0 Air Vents
6.0 Identification (including tagging, color coding, etc)
7.0 Calibrated Balancing Valves
8.0 Welding
A. Acceptable Manufacturers: Firms regularly engaged in manufacture of pipingspecialties, of the types,

materials and sizes required, whose products have beenin satisfactory use in similarservice for not less
than 5 years approved by the Engineer.
B. Standards Compliance: Comply with requirements of applicable local codes andthe standards outlined in
section 15020.
1.4 SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: Submit manufacturer's product data,including printed technicalliterature, installation

instructions and catalog cuts for the piping specialties.
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B. Submit shop drawing details of all piping, before construction. Show thelocations and details of anchors,
guides, expansion loops and joints, hangers, etc.Include the manufacturer's figure numbers.
C. Submit samples of each identification device.
D. Prepare and submit a typewritten valve schedule for each piping system.Tabulate the valve number,
piping system, system abbreviation, as shown on tag,and location of valve.
E. Submit shop drawings indicating the location of all seismic braces and provide alegend giving load
information and model selection prior to installation. Haveload calculations reviewed and certified by a
Structural or Mechanical Engineer.Submit toEngineerfor approval.
PART 2–PRODUCTS
2.1 PIPE SLEEVES
A. Sleeve Material Schedule:

Designation Type Sleeve Material
1 1.31mm, galvanized steel.
2 Standard weight galvanized steel pipe
3 Standard weightgalvanized steel pipe witha continuously welded water stop of 8mm
4 steel plate extending 150mm all around.Coated cast iron sleeve with caulkingrecess,
flashing flange and flashing clamp
B. Sleeve Sizes:
1.0 Floors and fire rated partitions-15mm maximum clearancebetween outside of pipe (or insulation on
insulated pipes) andinside of sleeve.
2.0 Non-fire rated partitions-40mm maximum clearance betweenoutside of pipe (or insulation on insulated
pipes) and inside ofsleeve.
C. Sleeve Length Schedule:
Location Sleeve Lengths

Floors Equal to depth of floor construction, including finish. In waterproof floor construction,sleeves
to extend minimum of 50mm above finished floor level.
Roofs Equal to depth of roofconstruction, including insulationplus 100mm. Provide threadedor

caulked counterflashing toextend down over roofingmembrane on pipe.

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Walls & Equal to depth of construction terminated flush with surfaces.

Partitions
D. Sleeve Caulking & Packing Schedule:
Designation Type Caulking Requirements & packing
A Pack space between pipe and sleeve with oakum orhemp and caulk watertight with
lead.
B Pack space between pipe or pipe covering andsleeve with mineral wooldetail on
drawing for firerated partitions, walls andfloor requirements.
E. Sleeve Application Schedule:
Sleeve type location Sleeve Caulking &packing type
Membrane water-proof floor, roofand Note: Another trade willcarry membrane

4
wall con-struction uparound sleeveand down inside sleeve
Non-membranewaterproof floor, roof &
2 wallconstruction whereflashing is A or B
required
1 Interior walls andpartitions B
2 Floors B
3 Exterior Walls and groundfloor slab. A
F. Contractor is responsible for coordinating openings, sleeves with other contracts and he will perform
core drilling if an opening is required.
2.2 PIPE ESCUTCHEONS
A. Escutcheon inside diameter to closely fit pipe outside diameter, oroutside of pipe insulation where pipe is
insulated. Escutcheon outsidediameter to completely cover pipe penetration hole in walls,
floors,partitions or ceilings.
B. Application Schedule:
Location Escutcheon Material
Finished Spaces Anodized aluminum (color to be selected and approved by Engineer),chrome plated
brass.

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Unfinished Spaces Plain brass, cast iron or aluminum.
2.3 PIPE EXPANSION JOINTS
A Fabricate expansion loops as required
B. Bellows Type: Conforming to the standards of the Expansion Joint Manufacturers' Association, pressure
rated for the system in which it is installed. Construct joint of stainless steel corrugated bellows with
contour control rings, carbon steel inner liner and carbon steel shrouds. Provide end connections suitable
for the piping systems in which installed.
C. Expansion Compensators: Conforming to the standards of the Expansion Joint Manufacturer's

Association, pressure rated for the system in which it is installed. Construct compensator of stainless
steel corrugated bellows and brass telescoping shroud. Provide end connections suitable for the piping
systems in which installed.
2.4 STRAINERS
A. Construct strainer bodies of cast iron or cast bronze designed to allow blowing out of accumulated dirt
and removal and replacement of strainer screen without disconnection of the main piping. Fabricate
screen of stainless steel and of ample strength to prevent collapsing under shock loading. Reinforce
screens 200mm and above for the operating conditions. Provide strainer perforations as follows:
SYSTEM OR SERVICE PERFORATION SIZE- MM

Steam 0.8
Water to 100mm 1.6
Water 125mm and Over 3.2
2.5 AIR VENTS
A. Air vent to have a valve mechanism the position of which iscontrolled by a ball float. The action is to
vent air automatically.
B. Cast iron or brass body and bolted cover with renewable internalparts, all of stainless steel; including
float mechanism and valveassembly. 1,033 KPa psig maximum operating pressure.
C. Manual air vent; compression type, key operated, bronze body withnon-ferrous internal parts, 8mm in
size. 1,033 KPa working pressure,107°C operating temperature.
2.6 IDENTIFICATION
A. Valve Tags and Charts:

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1.0 Valve tag to be 1.15mm thickness, 50mm diameter polishedbrass with stamp-engraved piping system in
7mm high lettersand sequenced valve numbers in 21mm high numbers. Fillengraving with black
enamel. Numbering system and systemdesignations are to be as approved by theProject Manager
andEngineer.
2.0 Securely fasten the tag to the valve with a solid brass "S" hookand a solid brass jack chain.
3.0 For each page of the valve schedule, provide a glazed displayframe fabricated of finished hardwood or
extrudedaluminum,glass covered. Mount the frames where directed by theProject Manager.
4.0 In addition to the framed valve charts, furnish three boundcopies of the valve chart.
B. Piping Identification and Coding:
1.0 Provide semi-rigid plastic,color coded, pre-printed, snap-onpipe markers, identifying pipe contents and
direction of flow.
2.0 For external pipe diameters, including insulation, of less than150mm, provide pipe markers, extending
360 degrees aroundthe pipe.
3.0 For external pipe diameters, including insulation, 150mm andlarger, provide pipe markers secured with
stainless steel springfasteners.
4.0 Furnish pipe markers in accordance with the following:

OVER-ALL PIPE O.D. LENGTH OF COLOR FIELD SIZE OF LETTERS
mm mm mm
20-32 200 15
40-50 200 20
65-150 300 32
200-250 600 65
over 250 800 95
Color Chart
Background Color Letter Color
Steam Yellow Red
Hot Water Yellow Red
Hot Oil Red White
Fuel Oil Yellow Black
Chilled Water Green White
Condenser Water Green White
Make-Up Water Green White
Feed Water Yellow Black
Gas Yellow Black
Supply/Return Air Blue White

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Cond. Refrigerant Green White

Toilet/Generator Blue White
Kitchen Hood Exh. Yellow Black
5.0 Furnish 24 additional markers of each type for future use by theOwner/Operator.
2.7 CALIBRATED BALANCING VALVES
A. Provide where shown on plans and in accordance with manufacturers recommendations.
B. Valves shall be designed to allow this contractor to pre-set balancepoints for proportional system balance
prior to system start-up inaccordance with balance schedule.
C. All valves 13mm to 75mm pipe size shall be of bronze body/brassball construction with glass and carbon
filled TFE seatings. Valves tohave differential pressure read-out ports across valve seat area. Read-out
portsshall be fitted with internal EPT inserts and check valves.Valve bodies to have 6mm NPT tapped
drain/purge port. Valvesshall have memory stop feature to allow valve to be closed for serviceand then
reopened to set point without disturbing balance position.Valves shall have calibrated name plates to
assure specific valvesettings. Valves shall be designed for positive shut-off.
D. Valves shall come provided with pre-formed insulation to permitaccess for balance and read-out.
E. Valves shall come provided with pre-formed insulation to permitaccess for balance and read-out.Design
Pressure/Temperature:
1.0 13mm-75mm NPT connections1035kPa at 120°C
2.0 13mm & 219mm sweat connections1035kPa at 120°C.
F. Portable Flow Readout Meter Kit

Provide portable readout flow meter test kits
Kits must be supplied for each appropriate differential pressure rangeused on the project. Readout
accuracy shall have no greater error than±1% of full scale of ±3% absolute.
The kit must be provided by the Balancing Valve Manufacturer. Thiskit component shall be suitable for
operation with 113°C liquids andgases compatible with nylon, viton, Buna N, brass, aluminum
andstainless steel.
The maximum operating pressure rating shall be1035kPa. Unit is tobe provided with hard case and 5
meter neoprene hoses, connectors,shutoff valves, vents and waterproof calibration charts.
2.8 WELDING
A. Pipe welding shall comply with the provisions of the latest revision of the ANSI Code for Pressure
Pipingand AWS standards.

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B. The Contractor shall repair or replace any work found to be not inaccordance with these specifications.
PART 3–EXECUTION
3.1 INSPECTION
A. Examine area and condition under which the piping specialties are tobe installed. NotifyEngineerin
writing of conditions detrimental toproper completion ofthe work. Do not proceed with the work
untilunsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
3.2 PIPE SLEEVES
A. Provide pipe sleeves of types indicated for each pipe passing throughwalls, partitions, floors and roofs.
B. Provide code complying packing and caulking between pipe or pipeinsulation and sleeve as indicated in
the preceding schedule and in thedetails on the drawing. Finish with smooth appearance even withsleeve
surface.
3.3 PIPE ESCUTCHEONS
A. Provide escutcheons on all exposed piping passing through walls,floors, partitions and ceilings.
B. Provide close fitting metal escutcheons on both sides of pipingthrough fire rated walls, floors, partitions
and ceilings, whetherexposed or not. See detail on drawing.
C. Hold escutcheons in place with internal spring tension or set screws.
3.4 PIPE EXPANSION JOINTS
A. Furnish and install expansion joints and expansion loops whereindicated, as specified and in such a
manner as to allow for thermalexpansion and contractionwithout strain to connections at equipmentor
interconnecting piping.
3.5 STRAINERS
A. Furnish and install strainers in the inlet connections to each steamtrap, each pump, each vent, each
automatic valve and elsewhere where shown on drawings. Theintention is to protect by strainers, all
apparatus of an automatic character whose proper functioning wouldbe interfered with by dirt.

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B. Arrange strainers so as not to "trap" pipes, and to facilitatedisconnection and opening for cleaning.
C. Provide strainers full line size of connecting piping and designed forthe working pressure to which they
will be subjected. At automaticcontrol valves, full line size means the size of the inlet pipe shown onthe
drawings, not the reduced size of the control valve.
D. Install Y-pattern strainers in waterlines (including all pump inlets) setin a horizontal or vertical
downward run of the pipe.
E. Provide approved valved dirt blowout connections for each strainer65mm size and larger. Locate each
such valve at hand-height andpipe to the nearest floor drain. In the case of strainers under waterpressure,
terminate the blowout connection in an approved manner, ata point where there is no risk of flooding or
damage. Use nipples andvalves fullsize of strainer blow-off tapping. Use capped nipples atleast 150mm
long in strainers 50mm and smaller.
3.6 AIR VENTS
A. Provide automatic air vents at the high points of all closed circulatingwater systems, at the water coils as
detailed on the drawings andelsewhere as required for system air venting.
B. Provide all vents with a shut-off cock and strainer and install drainpiping from the air vent outlet to the
nearest floor drain or slop sink.
C. Provide manual vents where required for additional venting.
D. Coordinate drain piping and drain type with other trades.
3.7 IDENTIFICATION
A. Valve Tags and Charts:
1.0 Install a valve tag on every shut-off valve, balancing valve andcontrol valve.
B. Piping Identification and Coding:

1.0 Where identification is to be applied to surfaces which requireinsulation, painting or other covering or
finish, installidentification after completion of covering and painting.Install identification prior to
installation of ceilings, walls andpartitions.
2.0 On exposed piping, apply markers on 9M centers of straightruns, at valve locations, and at points where
piping enters andleaves a partition, wall floor or ceiling.
3.0 On concealed piping installed above removable ceilingconstruction, apply markers as described for
exposed piping.
4.0 On concealed piping installed above non-removable ceilingconstruction, or in pipe shafts, apply markers
at valves orother devices that are made accessible by means of accessdoors or panels.

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4.0 On concealed piping installed above non-removable ceilingconstruction, or in pipe shafts, apply markers
at valves orother devices that are made accessible by means of accessdoors or panels.
5.0 Apply markers at each item of equipment and other points oforigination and termination.
6.0 Install markers in accordance with manufacturer's application procedures.
3.8 INSTALLATION
A. All piping specialties be installed in accordance tomanufacturer’sinstructions andrecommendations.

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SECTION 15547
MOUNTING AND ISOLATION OF

MECHANICALAND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
PART 1–GENERAL
A. Drawings and general provisions of Contract, including General andSupplementary Conditions &
B. The requirements specified in this section apply to all related sections in thisDivision. The requirements
of all related sections, elsewhere in this divisionalso apply to this section unless specified to the contrary.
C. The requirements of this section apply to equipment specified elsewhere in Division 16.
A. Provide complete engineered design for seismic restraining type support systems for all floor and ceiling
mounted mechanical and electrical equipment, piping,ductwork, electrical conduit, cable trays,
switchgear, transformers, panels, andetc. in accordance with these specifications and the contract.
B. Provide seismic restraining type vibration isolation systems to eliminate transmission of movement from
the equipment to the structure or connectedpiping or conduit systems. All vibration isolation devices to
be of the seismic restraint type.
C. All reference herein to methods and techniques of equipment support apply toMechanical, Plumbing,
Fire Protection, and Electrical systems.
A. Manufacturers: Firms regularly engaged in manufacture of products of types andcapacities required and
described herein, whose products have been insatisfactory use in similar service for not less than 10
years. Submit projectlisting to this effect. Provide products produced by a single manufacturer.
B. Standard Compliance: Federal Spec. WW-H1716, ASA Code for PressurePiping, ASTM A 575-73,
MSS SP-58-67, MSS SP-69-66, ANSI Code for pressure piping.
C. All hanging, restraining and isolating methods and techniques to be as indicated on the documents, in
BOCA and SMACNA Guidelines for Seismic Restraints of Mechanical Systems and Plumbing Systems,
1982 Edition, NFPA 13, 1982UBC, ANSI A58.1, 1981, Title 24 CAC, GSA, and ATC-3. Where
techniques are proposed that deviate from those detailed in the contract documents, they must be clearly
detailed and stamped by a Professional Engineer as indicated under submittals.
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1.4 CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Contractor shall secure from the approved manufacturer of vibration isolationand seismic control
equipment to have the following responsibilities:
1.0 Determine vibration isolation and seismic restraint sizes and locations.
2.0 Provide piping and equipment isolation systems and seismic restraints as scheduled or specified.
3.0 Guarantee specified isolation system deflection.
4.0 Provide installation instructions, drawings and field supervision to assure proper installation &
performance.
5.0 Purchased and/or fabricated equipment must be designed to safely accept external forces of ½ G load in
any direction for all rigidly and resiliently supported equipment, piping and ductwork without failure and
permanent displacement of the equipment. Life safety equipment such as fire pumps, sprinkler piping,
emergency generator, and machinery,must be capable of safely accepting external forces up to ½ G load
in any direction without permanent displacement. Substitution of "InternallyIsolated" mechanical
equipment in lieu of the specified isolation of this section must be approved for individual equipment
units and is acceptable only if above acceleration ratings are certified in writing by equipment
manufacturer and stamped by a licensed civil or structural engineer and are approved by theEngineer.
1.5 SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: Submit manufacturer's data including printed technical literatureand catalog cuts,
indicating maximum loads, dimensions, and recommendedinstallation procedures.
B. Indicate locations of vibration isolation, inserts, anchors, and guides on pipingshop drawings.
C. Submit for review full detailed drawings and calculations indicating all methodsand devices specified in
the contract documents.To restrain the equipmentwithout failure while subject to an external lateral force
of ½ G acceleration.
D. Samples when requested.
PART 2–PRODUCTS
2.1 PRODUCTS GENERAL
A. It is the objective of this specification to provide the necessary design for thecontrol of excessive noise
and vibration in the building due to the operation ofmachinery or equipment, and/or due to
interconnected piping, ductwork orconduit. The installation of all vibration isolation units, and
associated hangersand bases, to be in accordance with the details shown in the contract documents.

A. It is the objective of this specification to provide the necessary design for thecontrol of excessive noise
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interconnected piping, ductwork orconduit. The installation of all vibration isolation units, and
associated hangersand bases, to be in accordance with the details shown in the contract documents.
B. All vibration isolators to have either known non-deflected heights or calibrationmarkings so that, after
adjustment, when carrying their load, the deflection underload can be verified, thus determining that the
load is within the proper range ofthe device and that the correct degree of vibration isolation is being
providedaccording to the design.
C. All isolators to operate in the linear portion of their load versus deflection curve.Load versus deflection
curves to be furnished by the manufacturer and must belinear over a deflection range of not less than
50% above the design deflection.
D. The theoretical vertical natural frequency for each support point, based uponload per isolator and isolator
stiffness, not to differ from the design objectivesfor the equipment as a whole by more than +/-10%.
E. All neoprene mountings to have a Shore hardness of 30 to 60 +/-5, afterminimum aging of 20 days or
corresponding oven-aging.
2.2 HANGERS, SUPPORTS ANCHORS & GUIDES

A Provide pipe, conduit, cable tray and trapeze supports and components inaccordance with the following
schedule:
ITEM MSS SP-69 TYPE
Variable Spring Hanger(Single
&Double Rod and Base) 51,52,53
180O Shield 40
Pipe Saddle 39 A or B
Beam Clamp 28
Welded Beam Attachment 22
Clevis Hanger 1
Clevis Roller Hanger 43
Two Rod Roller Hanger 41
C.I. Roll Stand 44
Adjustable C.I. Roll Stand 46
Adjustable Pipe Stanchion 38
Single Bolt Riser Clamp 8
Double Bolt Pipe Clamp 3
U-Bolts 24
Welded Steel Bracket 32,33
Insert 18
Continuous Slotted Insert 18
Seismic Pipe Clamp 4
B. Provide a factory applied galvanized coating on all hanger components includingrods, inserts, clamps,
stanchions, and brackets. Field touch-up damaged paintingwith galvanizing repair paint.
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B. Provide a factory applied galvanized coating on all hanger components includingrods, inserts, clamps,
stanchions, and brackets. Field touch-up damaged paintingwith galvanizing repair paint.
C. Provide hangers, rods, clamps and straps with a non-metallic coating, for electrolytic protection,
especially designed for copper tubing.
D. Provide roller type supports for pipes subject to axial movement.
E. For steam and hot water piping, provide steel saddles welded to pipe.
F. Provide pipe alignment guides of carbon steel having four machined guidingfingers and a guiding
cylinder.
G. The Architect must approve method of hanging before work is started. The contractor must make sure
that all hangers and supports are properly and permanently connected to building structure. All structural
hanging materials,except variable spring units, must have a safety factor of 5 built-in
2.3 EQUIPMENT RESTRAINT
A. Restrain equipment and components to safely accept a ½G external lateral forcewithout failure while
maintaining all equipment, piping, ducts, and conduit, etc.in a captive position. Seismic restraints not to
short circuit isolation systems ortransmit objectional, non-rotating or reciprocating vibration noise.
Restraintsystems to be Types I, II, III, IV or V as described herein.
B. No cast-iron legs may be used unless indicated on the equipment shop drawingsand approved prior to
purchase.
C. Seismic Restraint Types:
1.0 Restraint, Type I: To comply with general characteristics of springisolators having a minimum O.D. to
O.H. of .8 to 1 and minimum runoutof 50% to solid. To incorporate built-in snubbing restraint in all
directions. To be capable of supporting equipment at a fixed elevation during equipment erection. Cast
or aluminum housings, unless ductile iron, are not acceptable. System to be field bolted or welded to
deckwith ½ G acceleration capability.
2.0 Restraint, Type II: Each corner or side to incorporate a seismic restrainthaving a minimum 15 mm thick
resilient pad limit stops working in alldirections. Restraints to be made of plate, structural members or
squaremetal tubing concentric within a welded assembly incorporating resilientpads. Angle bumpers are
not acceptable. System to be field bolted orwelded to deck with ½ G acceleration capability.
3.0 Restraint, Type III: Metal cable type with approved end fasteningdevices to equipment and structure.
See details on drawings. System tobe field bolted to deck or overhead structural members using two
sided beam clamps to steel or appropriately designed insert for concrete. Allparts of system including
cables, clamps, excluding fastenings are to besingle vendor furnished to assure seismic compliance.
When Type IIIsystem is used with isolated equipment slack with 13 mm cabledeflection.

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4.0 Restraint, Type IV: Double deflection neoprene isolator encased inductile iron or steel casing minimum
8 mm static deflection. System tobe field bolted or welded to deck with ½ G acceleration capacity.
5.0 Restraint, Type V: Non-Isolated equipment to be field bolted or welded(powder shots not acceptable) to
structure to resist seismic forcesspecified. Bolt diameter and imbedment data must be shown in certified
calculations stamped by a licensed engineer.
2.4 VIBRATION ISOLATION
A. Isolate all floor or ceiling mounted reciprocating equipment and all rotatingequipment above 1.5 kWfrom
the structure by use of seismic restraint typevibration isolators of a design not requiring separate
directional snubbers exceptwhere indicated. Manufacturer's rail or base mounted packaged equipment
maybe rigidly restrained to concrete housekeeping pads if isolators of the typespecified herein are factory
installed between the equipment and the base.
B. Vibration Isolator Types:
1.0 Isolator Type A: Spring isolators to incorporate the following:
a. Minimum diameter of 0.8 of the loadedoperating height.
b. Corrosion resistance where exposed to corrosive environmentwith:
1) Springs cadmium plated or electro-galvanized.

2) Hardware cadmium plated.
3) All other metal parts hot-dip galvanized.
c. Reserve deflection(from loaded to solid height) of 50% of rateddeflection.
d. Minimum 6 mm thick neoprene acoustical base pad onunderside, unless designated otherwise.
e. Designed and installed so that ends of springs remain parallel andall springs are installedwith adjustment
bolts.
f. Non-Resonant with equipment forcing frequencies or supportstructure natural frequencies.
NOTE:This isolator must be accompanied by seismic restraint Type II
2.0 Isolator Type B: Spring isolators to be same as Type A, except:
a. Provide built-in vertical limit stops with minimum 6 mm clearance under normal operation.
b. Tapped holes in top plate for bolting to equipment when subject to wind load.
c. Capable of supporting equipment at a fixed elevation during equipment erection. Installed and operating
heights shall be identical.
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c. Capable of supporting equipment at a fixed elevation during equipment erection. Installed and operating
heights shall be identical.
d. Adjustable and removable spring pack with separate neoprenepad isolation.
e. Housing to be designed to accept ½ G of acceleration.
f. Does not require separate seismicrestraint when bolted orwelded to the structure to meet acceleration
criteria.
3.0 Isolator Type C: Spring hanger rod isolators to incorporate the following:
a. Spring element seated on a steel washer within a neoprene cupincorporating a rod isolation bushing.
b. Steel retainer box encasing the spring and neoprene cup.
NOTE:This isolator type must be used with seismic restraint Type III.
4.0 Isolator Type D: (Same as Seismic Restraint, Type IV):
Double deflection neoprene isolator encased in ductile iron or steelcasing minimum 8mm static
deflection. System to be field bolted or welded to deck with ½ G acceleration capacity.
5.0 Type E: Elastomer hanger rod isolators to incorporate the following:
a. Molded unit type neoprene element with projecting bushinglining rod clearance hole.
b. Neoprene element to be minimum 45 mm thick.
c. Steel retainer box encasing neoprene mounting, capable ofsupporting equipment or piping up to four
times the rated load incase of isolator failure.
d. Clearance between mounting hanger rod and neoprene bushingshall be minimum of 3 mm.
e. Minimum static deflection of 9 mm.
6.0 Type F: Combination spring/elastomer hanger rod isolatorsincorporating the following:
a. Spring and neoprene isolator elements in a steel retainer box.Neoprene element to be double deflection
type with a minimumthickness of 45 mm. Single deflection elements areunacceptable. Springs mustbe
seated in a neoprene cup withextended rod bushing through bottom of box.
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7.0 Type G: Pad type elastomer mountings to incorporate the following:
a. 18 mm minimum thickness.
b. 3.5 Kg/cm² maximum loading.
c. Ribbed or waffled design.
d. Minimum 2.5 mm deflection per pad thickness.
e. 1.5 mm galvanized steel plate betweenmultiple layers or pad thickness is required if multiple layers are
used.
f. A suitable bearing plate to distribute load must be located on toppad layer if equipment support cover 3/4
of the pad area or less.
8.0 Type H : Pad type elastomer mountings to incorporate the following:
a. Laminate canvas duck and neoprene.
b. Maximum loading 70 Kg/cm².
c. A suitable bearing plate to distribute load must be located on top pad layer if equipment support covers
3/4 of the pad area or less.
d. Minimum thickness to be 12 mm
9.0 Type I: Isolated Clevis:
Vibration isolation manufacturer to provide an isolated clevis hanger forpipe support that combines a
unit clevis or rod roller hanger and a Type(C, E or F) isolation hanger into one assembly. System to
beprecompressed to allow for rod insertion and standard leveling.Deflections and type to be as listed in
"Equipment Installation" in Part 3of this section.
10.0 Type J: Rail Type Spring Isolators:
a. Rail type spring isolators to provide steel members of sufficientstrength to prevent flexure during
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b. Springs to be the same as Type A with seismic restraint Type IIor seismic restraint Type I or IV
isolation.
11.0 Type K: Pipe Anchors:
Vibration isolator manufacturer to provide an all directional acoustical pipe anchor, consisting of a
telescopic arrangement of two sizes of steel tubing separated by a minimum 12 mm thickness of heavy
duty neoprene and duck or neoprene isolation material. Vertical restraints to be provided by similar
material arranged to prevent vertical travel in eitherdirection. Allowable loads on the isolation material
not to exceed 35 Kg/cm² and thedesign to be balanced for equal resistance in anydirection. Isolation to
be bolted or welded to structure.
2.5 EQUIPMENT BASES
A. Integral Structural Steel Base, Type B-1
1.0 Reinforced as required to prevent base flexure at equipment start-up andmisalignment of driver and
driven units. Centrifugal fan bases completewith motor slide rails drilled for driver and driven unit
mountingtemplate.
2.0 Must be utilized with seismic restraint Types I, II or IV.
B. Concrete Inertia Base, Type B-2
1.0 Vibration isolator manufacturer to furnish rectangular structural concreteforms for floating foundation.
Bases for split case pumps to be largeenough to provide support for suction and discharge base elbows.
Thebase depth to be a minimum of 1/10 of the longest span, but not less than
125 mm or greater than 355 mm. Forms shall include minimumconcrete reinforcement consisting of 12
mm bars or angles welded inplace on 150 mm centers running both ways. A layer 38 mm above
thebottom and an additional top layer of reinforcing steel as above for allbases exceeding 3 mm in one
direction. Isolators to be set into pockethousings which are an integral part of the base construction and
set at theproper height to maintain a 25 mm clearance below the base. Bases to befurnished with
templates and anchor bolt sleeves as part of this system.
2.0 Must be utilized with seismic restraint Types I, II or IV.
C. Isolated Curb, Type B-3
1.0 Curb mounted rooftop equipment to be mounted on structural springisolation curbs that directly sit on
roof construction and are flashed andwater-proofed into roof's membrane waterproofing
system.Manufacturer's curb shall not be used.

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2.0 All spring locations to have removable waterproof covers to allow forspringadjustment and/or removal.
3.0 Curbs to be sound attenuating type which will utilize standard 50 mmroof insulation installed by the
roofer for sound attenuation or will require 50 mm of interior lining if specifically noted on schedules
ordrawings.
4.0 All spring mounts to be as Isolator Type A.
5.0 Curbs to be rated for ½ G of acceleration and shall be wind restrained for 180 kmph (110 mph) wind
loads.
6.0 Package Options:
a. Curbs to include a means of incorporating a sound barrierpackage,Type SBC-3 consisting of two layers
of waterproofsheetrock. This barrier to be supplied and installed in the field bythe appropriate
contractor.
b. An elevation kit, Type EK-1, to allow for up to 200 mm of roofpitch.
7.0 Curbs to be welded or bolted to building steel or bolted to concrete decksto attain acceleration criteria.
Curbs to be Type P-6000 having a minimum of 25 mm rated staticdeflection.
D. Roof Isolation Rail System, Type B-4
1.0 Rooftop fans, condensing units, exterior ducted air handling units, etc., tobe installed on continuous
equipment support piers which will combine aregular equipment support and an isolation system into one
assembly.
2.0 The system to be designed with 50 mm or 75 mm static deflection steelsprings which are both adjustable,
removable and interchangeable afterequipment has been installed.
3.0 Rails to use type spring mounts as called out for Type A.
4.0 The system to maintain the same operating and installed height both withand without theequipment load
and to be fully restrained during windload conditions allowing no more than 6 mm motion in any
direction.
5.0 The isolation pier to be designed to accept membrane waterproofing.
6.0 The entire assembly to be dry galvanized or plasticcoated.
7.0 System design must permit a minimum of ½ G of acceleration.
8.0 Curbs to be welded or bolted to building steel or bolted to concrete decksto attain acceleration criteria.
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1.0 Rails to be constructed from structural steel angles as required to preventflexure and misalignment under
load.
2.0 Each rail to be the full length of the supported equipment and be weldedto a series of vertically restrained
spring isolators as Type B describedabove.
3.0 Angles to have bolt together ties at the ends and center to form one rigidbase platform.
4.0 System to be bolted or welded to deck and shall be designed forminimum ½ G of acceleration.
F. Non-Isolated Curb, Type B-6
1.0 Non-Isolated curb mounted rooftop equipment to be mounted onstructural curbs that meet 1 G
acceleration criteria.
2.0 Curbs to accept standard 50 mm roof insulation installed in the field bythe roofer and be waterproofed in
accordance with NRCA Standard.
3.0 Curbs to be welded orbolted to building steel or bolted to building steelor bolted to concrete decks to
attain acceleration criteria.
G. Computer Room A/C Floor Stands Base, Type B-7
1.0 Computer Room A/C units to be field bolted or welded to structural steelwelded stands having a
minimum 1/2 G, certified lateral accelerationcapabilities.
2.0 Stand to have +/-50 mm of adjustment to accommodate floorirregularities.
3.0 Base of stand is to be field bolted to deck as indicated on submittaldrawings.
2.6 FLEXIBLECONNECTORS
A. Elastomer Type FC-1
1.0 Manufactured of nylon tire cord and EPDM, both molded and cured in hydraulic presses.
2.0 Straight connectors to have two spheres reinforced with a molded-in,external ductile iron ring between
spheres.
3.0 Flexible elbows to be long radius reducing type.
4.0 Rated 250 psi at 77°C dropping in a straight line to 170 psi at 121°C forsizes 38 mm to 300 mm, elbows
to be rated no less than 90% of straightconnections.
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4.0 Rated 250 psi at 77°C dropping in a straight line to 170 psi at 121°C forsizes 38 mm to 300 mm, elbows
to be rated no less than 90% of straightconnections.
5.0 Sizes 250 mm to 300 mm to employ controlcables with neoprene endfittings isolated from anchor plates
by means of 12 mm bridge bearingneoprene bushings.
6.0 Minimum safety factor, 4 to 1 at maximum pressure ratings.
7.0 Connectors bolted to victaulic type couplings or gate, butterfly or checkvalves to have a minimum of 1.6
mm flange spacer installed betweenconnector and coupling flange.
8.0 Submittals to include test reports.
B. Flexible Stainless Hose, Type FC-2
1.0 Stainless steel braided flexible metal hose.
2.0 50 mm pipesize and smaller with male nipple fittings.
3.0 65 mm and larger pipe size with fixed steel flanges.
4.0 Suitable for operating pressure with 3:1 minimum safety factor.
5.0 Lengths are as shown on drawings.
C. Unbraided Exhaust Hose, Type FC-3
1.0 Low pressure stainless steel annularly corrugated.
2.0 Fitted with flanged ends.
3.0 Maximum temperature 815°C.
PART 3–EXECUTION
3.1 GENERAL EXECUTION
A. Hangers or clamps installed in contact with copper or brass pipe, to be of copperor provide lead or fiber
shields between iron hangers and clamps to prevent electrolytic corrosion.
B. Furnish and install auxiliary steel required for pipe, conduit, cable tray, trapeze,supports, etc. Chain
straps, perforated bars, wire hangers or expansion shieldsare not permitted.
C. Prime Paint: all black iron hangers to be installed underground, including rods,inserts, clamps,
stanchions, brackets, etc., with zinc chromate, beforeinstallation.
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C. Prime Paint: all black iron hangers to be installed underground, including rods,inserts, clamps,
D. Anchor points: provide to permit the pipingand raceway systems to expand andcontract freely in
opposite directions from the anchored points. Anchors may bedouble bolt riser clamps and shall be
located halfway between guide points andno less than 1 per 30 meters run.
E. Guide points: Locatein piping system on either side of expansion joints and, orloops, as specified herein
and shown on drawings to permit free axial movementonly in pipe main runs. Elbows at ends of straight
pipe runs flanking expansionjoints or loops are considered expansion joints. Expansion joints shall
beinstalled to limit straight runs of hot water and hot water circulating pipe runs to30 meters maximum.
F. Prime Paint: all black iron hangers to be installed underground, including rods,inserts, clamps,
G. Maximum weights on hanger rods assuming a maximum operating temperatureof 232°C to be such that
stress in tension will not exceed 630 Kg/cm² the rootarea of threaded portion.
H. Minimum hanger rod sizes:
Rod Size Pipe Size

mm mm
9.53 Up to 50
12.7 65 to 90
15.88 10 to 125
19.05 150
22.23 200-250
I. Conventional Hanger Locations Schedule for Horizontal Pipes and conduits:The following schedule is
for conventional, non-seismic type hangers. See plans for seismic restrained hanger location schedule
which may replace theconventional hangers at those locations. All other conventional hangers
arerequired.
1.0 Cast iron pipe: Support a maximum of every 1.5 m with at least one perpipe section located near the
joint. Support "No-Hub" pipes 150 mm andlarger on both sides of the joint. When a concentration of
fittings occur,provide additional support, consistent with good trade practices, and asrecommended in
Cast Iron Soil Pipe Institute Pamphlet No. 100.
2.0 Steel pipe and Conduit:
Below 35 mm: Support a maximum of 1.5 m intervals.

35 mm and over and for other raceway systems: Support amaximum of 3.0 m intervals.
3.0 Copper tubing:

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35 mm over: Support a maximum of 3.0 m intervals.

Below 35 mm: Support a maximum of 1.5 m intervals
4.0 Branch piping and conduit 1.5 and longer: Provide separate supports.
J. Conventional Support Locations Schedule for Vertical Pipes conduit and otherraceway systems:
1.0 Cast iron soil pipe and cable trays:

At every floor and at its base. Over6 m floor to floor shall haveintermittent supports.
2.0 Threaded pipe:

At every other story height.
3.0 Copper tubing and conduits:

At each story height but not more than 3 m intervals
K. Connect pipe conduit and cable tray hangers and anchors to the buildingstructure as follows:
1.0 Support piping only from building structural steel or approved galvanized steel inserts embedded in
poured concrete.
2.0 Where piping and raceway revisions are required and are approved afterslabs arepoured, piping 75 mm
and smaller may be supported atintermediate points by "Phillips," or other approved 20 mm
expansionbolts and shields, provided main supports are not less than 6 m oncenters.
3.0 Attach intermediate supports for piping and raceways 4 inches and largerto concrete beams or columns
by means of 100 mm x 10 mm thick clipknee angles with 20 mm expansion bolt in shear (horizontal)
andsupporting rod at 90 degrees from anchor bolt.
L. Hangers on Underground Piping conduits: Provide hangers on all undergroundpiping and conduits
beneath building when installed in unstable soil or in fill orin all cases where installed beneath reinforced
slabs on grade. Hangers to beclevis type with extra heavy rod and 50 x 50 (2" X 2") fish plate
sandwiched bytwo bolts and washers. Provide complete assembly with zinc chromate primer.
M. Isolation and seismic systems must be installed in accordance withmanufacturer's written instructions.
Vibration isolators must not cause anychange of positionof equipment, piping or conduit resulting in
piping stresses ormisalignment.
N. Mechanical equipment and piping to be isolated from the building structure bymeans of noise and
vibration isolators as scheduled on the drawings, or asdescribed herein.
O. All piping and conduit 50 mm and over located in mechanical equipment roomsfrom connected
equipment for 15 m, to incorporate isolation hangers.
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O. All piping and conduit 50 mm and over located in mechanical equipment roomsfrom connected
equipment for 15 m, to incorporate isolation hangers.
P. All mechanical (HVAC and Plumbing) piping and vertical risers to be isolatedfrom the building structure
by means of noise and vibration isolation guides andsupports as described herein.
Q. Each fan and motor assembly to be supported on a single structural steel frame.Flexible duct connections
to be provided at inlet and discharge ducts.
3.2 SEISMIC BRACING EXECUTION
A. All equipment whether isolated or not to be bolted to the structure to allow forminimum 1 G of
acceleration. Bolt points, diameter of inserts, and imbedmentdepth to be submitted as part of the
submission for each piece of equipmentandcertified by a licensed civil or structural engineer.
B. All structurally suspended, overhead equipment, isolated or non-isolated, to befour point independently
braced with Type III seismic restraining system.
C. Install seismic restraining system Type III taught for overhead suspendednon-isolated equipment, piping,
electrical conduit or ductwork and slack with 12mm cable deflection for isolated systems.
D. Seismically restrain all piping and ductwork and electrical conduit with Type IIIrestraining system in
accordance with the following schedule:
1.0 Cast Iron Pipe:
Lateral Brace: Maximum 3.0 m intervals.

Longitudinal Brace: Maximum 6 m intervals.
Above lengths may be doubled if 1/2 G acceleration ratedcouplings are used.
2.0 Water, Steam and Condensate Pipe and Electrical Conduit, Schedule 10,20, or 40 Weld or Victaulic and
all other raceway systems except surfacemetal raceway:
Lateral Brace: Maximum 12 m intervals.

Longitudinal Brace: Maximum 24 m intervals
3.0 Gas, Fuel, Oil:

Maximum 12 m intervals.
4.0 Ductwork::

Longitudinal Brace: Maximum 18 m intervals

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At every turn and duct run ends.
E. Place floor mounted equipment on 100 m (4") high reinforced concretehousekeeping pads properly
doweled or expansion shielded to deck to meetacceleration criteria. Mount vibration isolating devices
and related inertia blockson concrete pad. Concrete work specified in Division 3.
F. Seismic restraints are not required for the following:
1.0 Gas piping less than 25 mm I.D.
2.0 Piping and conduit in boiler and MER rooms less than 35 mm (1-1/4")I.D.
3.0 Other piping less than 65 mm I.D.
4.0 All rectangular ducts less than 0.56 m² in cross sectional area.
5.0 All round ducts less than 700 m diameter.
6.0 All piping or conduits suspended by individual clevis hangers 300 mm inlength or less from the top of
the pipe support to the bottom of thesupport for the hanger.
7.0 All top supported ducts suspended by hangers 300 mm (12") or less inlength from the top of the duct
support to the bottom of the support forthe hanger.
G. Chimneys and stacks passing through floors are to be bolted at each floor levelor secured above and
below each floor with riser clamps.
H. Chimneys and stacks running horizontally to be braced every 9 m with Type IIIrestraining system.
I. Where base anchoring is insufficient to resist seismic forces, supplementaryrestraints, such as seismic
restraint system Type III, to be located above thesystem's center of gravity to suitably resist "G" force
levels. Provide equipmentwith additional lifting lugs to accommodate this requirement.
1.0 This requirement includes all water softeners, water filter, and verticalwater heaters and other equipment
where required.
J. For overhead supported equipment, overstress of the building structure must notoccur. Bracing may
occur from:
1.0 Flanges of structural beams.
2.0 Upper or lower truss chords in bar joist construction at the panel points.
3.0 Cast in place inserts or drilled and shielded inserts in concrete structures.

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K. Pipe risers through cored shafts require no further seismic bracing. (Corediameter to be maximum 50
mm larger than pipe O.D.)
3.3 PIPING ISOLATORS
A. All piping, except fire standpipe systems and electrical conduits, are includedunder this section.
B. Installation:
1.0 Isolate piping outside the shafts as follows:

a. All water piping in machine rooms.
b. Piping where exposed on roof.
c. Water piping and boiler breeching within 15 meters (or 100diameters if greater than 15 meters
from connected rotatingequipment and pressure reducing stations.
d. All water piping connected to reciprocating or rotating equipmentup to 15 m from equipment
connection.
2.0 The isolators to be installed with the isolator hanger box attached to, orhung as close as possible to, the
structure.
3.0 The isolators to be suspendedfrom substantial structural members, notfrom slab diaphragm, unless
specifically permitted.
4.0 Hanger rods to be aligned to clear and not short circuit the hanger box.
5.0 Horizontal suspended pipe 50 mm and smaller and all steam piping to besuspended by Type E isolators
with a minimum of 9 mm deflection.Water pipe larger than 50 mm to be supported by Type F isolators
with aminimum of 25 mm (or same static deflection for the first threelocations) as isolated equipment to
which pipe connects, whichever isgreater.
a. Type CIH hanger can substitute for the above.
6.0 Horizontal pipe, floor supported at slab to be supported via Type A, witha minimum static deflection of
25 m or same deflection as isolatedequipment to which pipe connects, whichever is greater.
7.0 Vertical riser pipe supports under 50 mm diameter to utilize Type H.
8.0 Vertical riser guides, if required, to avoid direct contact of piping withbuilding.
9.0 Pipe anchors, or guides where required, to utilize resilientpipe anchors,Mason Industries Type ADA, or
equivalent, to avoid direct contact ofpiping with building.
10.0 Riser sway supports, where required, to utilize two neoprene elements(Type G or H to accommodate
tension and compression forces).
11.0 Pipe Extension and Alignment Connectors: Provide connectors at riser takeoffs, cooling and heating
coils, and elsewhere as required, toaccommodate thermal expansion and misalignment.

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C. Isolator Position
1.0 As close to building structure as possible; direct bolting is optimal.
2.0 Between building structure and supplementary steel, if required.
3.0 Suspend isolators from rigid and massive support points.
4.0 Supplementary steel to be sized for a maximum deflection 2 mm atcenter span.
5.0 Supportwater piping in shafts and floor supports entering shaft withType G isolators or Type H pad to
prevent direct contact of piping withbuilding structure.
6.0 Guide and anchor piping in shafts, as required, with approved mountingdesigns incorporating Type H
pad to prevent direct contact of pipingwith building structure.
D. Additional Isolator Requirements
1.0 The minimum operation clearance between the equipment frame or rigidsteel base frame and the
housekeeping pad or floor to be 25 mm.Minimum operating clearance between concrete inertia base
andhousekeeping pad or floor to be 50 mm.
2.0 The equipment structural steel or concrete inertia base to be placed inposition and supported temporarily
by blocks or shims, as appropriate,prior to the installation of the machine and isolators.
3.0 The isolators to be installed without raising the machine and frameassembly.
4.0 After the entire installation is complete and under full operational load,to adjust the isolators so that the
load is transferred from the blocks to theisolators and so that all isolators are barely free, remove shims.
5.0 Isolation mounting deflection to be the minimum specified or as scheduled on the drawings.
6.0 Install equipment with flexibility in wiring connection.
7.0 Verify that all installed isolator and mounting systems permit equipmentmotion in all directions. Adjust
or provide additional resilient restraintsto limit equipment start-up lateral motion to 6 mm.
8.0 Prior to start-up, clean out all foreignmatter between bases andequipment. Verify that there are no
isolation short circuits in the base,isolators or seismic restraints.
3.4 SEISMIC RESTRAINT SELECTION FOR NON-ISOLATED EQUIPMENT
A. HVAC Equipment

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All ceiling suspended piping and ductwork not excluded by diameter or distance requirement from
1.0
support.
a. Included are all in-line tanks and air separators.
Seismic Restraint Type III.
2.0 All ceiling mounted equipment including but not limited to fans, AHU's,tanks, stacks, VAVboxes, and
unit heaters.
NOTE:If VAV box is rigidly attached to ductwork (no flex) it isconsidered part of the ductwork.
3.0 All diffusers mounted in ATC ceilings to be four point independentlycable braced to deck unless ATC
ceiling meets Seismic Zone IIrequirements. If this is met, use earthquake clips to secure fixture toT-Bar
structure.
4.0 All floor mounted equipment and tanks.

5.0 ComputerRoom AC Units. Floor mounted computer room A/C unitsmust be stand mounted. Stand to be
bolted to deck and A/C unit to be bolted to stand. Stand must be certified to meet 1 G acceleration
criteria.
Base Type B-7.
6.0 Roof mounted A/C units. Curb mounted units to incorporate seismicrestraint using a steel curb or frame
B-6000 welded or bolted to buildingsteel or expansion bolted to concrete decks. Curb must be certified
tomeet 1 G acceleration criteria.
B. Plumbing Equipment
1.0 All ceiling suspended piping not excluded by diameter or support length.This includes all sanitary,
domestic and drain lines.
2.0 All ceiling mounted equipment.

3.0 All floor mounted equipment,including but not limited to tanks, stacks,boilers, domestic water heaters,
softeners, etc.
Seismic Restraint Type V.
NOTE:Provide additional restraint Type III for water softeners, filtersand vertical water heaters.
C. Electrical Equipment
1.0 All ceiling suspended conduit not excluded by diameter or distance requirement from support.

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2.0 All ceiling mounted equipment including trunking, cable tray, conduit,trapeze racks and bus ducts.
NOTE:If equipment is rigidly fastened to conduit, diameter and distancerequirement from support
applies.
3.0 All non-isolated floor and wall mounted equipment includingtransformers, switchgear, dimmer racks
(boards), etc.
Seismic Restraint Type V.
4.0 All ceiling mounted lighting fixtures are to be independently hung andcable braced utilizing S. R. Type
III cables except as noted below.Fixtures, part of lighting grids to meet local codes for suspension and
befour point independently cable braced to deck unless A.T.C. ceilingmeets seismic zone II
requirements. If this is met, use two earthquakeclips per fixture to secure fixture to T-Bar construction.
3.5 SISMIC ISOLATION SELECTION FOR MECHANICAL&ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
TYPE OF EQUIPMENT ISOLATION TYPE DEFLECTION
1- Emergency Generator B 25mm
2- Transformers Isolation Type Bor S.R. Type I/Base Type B-5 25mm
3- Air Comp. Tank Isolation Type B Mtd. To 7.5 kWor S.R. Type I 25mm
4- Air Comp. Tank >7.5 KW Isolation Type Bor S.R. Type I/Base type B-2 50mm
5- Air Cond. Units Isolation Type Bor S.R. Type I 25mm
6- Air Cooled Cond.Units or

(B-4) 50mm
Chillers(Roof Mtd.)
7- Water Heaters B 25mm
8- Centrifugal chillers Isolation Type B or S.R. Type I 25mm

300 rpm...100mm
301-500rpm... 75mm
9- Cooling Towers B
501-800 rpm... 50mm
800 rpm and above... 25mm
10- Pumps (To 15 HP) Isolation Type B or S.R. Type I/Base type B-5 25mm
11- Pumps (above 15 HP) A-B-2 with S.R.II CR or S.R.Type I/Base B-2 25mm

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300 rpm…85mm
301-450rpm...75mm
Isolation Type Bor S.R. Type I/Base 451-600rpm...65mm
12- Factory Ass.AHU Floor
Type B-2 601-750rpm...50mm
751-850rpm...35mm
850rpm and above...25mm
13- Suspended F As above plus 6mm
300 rpm…85mm
301-450rpm...75mm
14- Class 1 Fans Arr 1 &3 Indoor
Type B-1 601-750rpm...50mm
751-850rpm...35mm
300 rpm…85mm
301-450rpm...75mm
15- Class II & III Fans
Type B-2 601-750rpm...50mm
751-850rpm...35mm
300 rpm…85mm
301-450rpm...75mm
Class I Arr. 451-600rpm...65mm
15- Isolation Type B mmor S.R. Type I/
9 Fans 601-750rpm...50mm
751-850rpm...35mm
16- Outdoor Arr.9 & 10 Fans B-4 50mm
17- Rooftop Pkg. AHU

B-3, SBC-3 75mm
900 Kg (10 Tons) and Above
18- All Piping inMachine

25 mmSpec. I & S.R.Type III 40 mm
Room(Water, Steam, & Gas)
19- Duct Work in Machine

Type III 10mm
Rooms
20- Flexible Connections for

Suction & Discharge of Pumps Spec.-(FC-1)
& Chillers

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NOTE: S.R. = SEISMIC RESTRAINT
3.6 INSPECTION
A. On completion of installation of all vibration isolation devices herein specified,the factory representative
or Professional Engineer retained by the Contractor toinspect the completed system and report in writing
any installation error,improperly erected isolation devices or other faults in the system that couldaffect
the performance of the system. Contractor to submit a report to theProject Director, including the
manufacturer's representatives final report,indicating all isolation reported as properly installed or
requiring correction.Include a report by the Contractor on steps taken to properly complete andcorrect the
isolation work.

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SECTION 15549
INSULATION
PART 1–GENERAL
1.1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
A. Drawings and general provisions of Contract, including General and SpecialConditions and Division-1
Specification Sections, apply to work of this Section.
B. The requirements specified in this section apply to all related sections in thisDivision. The requirements
of all related sections, elsewhere in this divisionalso apply to this section unless specified to the contrary.
tests necessary to complete, make ready, and set towork for operation by the Owner, all insulation in
accordance with Drawingsand Specifications.
A. Acceptablemanufacturers: Firms regularly engaged in manufacture ofinsulation of the types and

materials, sizes and capacities required, whoseproducts have been in satisfactory use in similar service
for not less than 5 yearsas approved byEngineer.
B. Standards Compliance: Comply with requirements of applicable Local codesand the standards outlined
in Section 15020.
1.4 SUBMITTALS
A. Shop Drawings: Shop detail drawings, including method of attachment.
B. Product Data: Manufacturer's printed data, catalog cuts, test data andrecommendations.
C. Samples, when requested.
D. Instructions: Installation instructions.
1.5 PRODUCT DELIVERY AND STORAGE
A. Deliver material properly labeled, packaged and undamaged.
B. Do not store exposed to weather, provide suitable material to protect fromdamage.
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PART 2–PRODUCTS
2.1 INSULATION
A General Insulation Requirements:
1- Insulation shall be applied on clean dry surfaces, after pressure testinginspection and release for
insulation application.
2-
Insulation shall be continuous through wall, floor, ceiling openings andsleeves. Where insulated piping
or ductwork pierces fire rated partitions,walls and floors, substitute anhydrous calcium silicate insulation
withvapor barrier in lieu of fiberglass for a minimum of 200mm from wall inboth directions, to produce a
hard surface for fire resistive packing.
3- Insulation on cold surfaces where vapor barrier jackets are used shall beapplied with a continuous,
unbroken vapor seal. Hangers, supports,anchors,etc., that are secured directly to cold services shall be
adequatelyinsulated and vapor sealed to prevent condensation.
4-
Insulation pipe hanger shields shall be installed at hangers for insulated piping. At point of support, pipe
shall be protected by a 360 degree insert of high density, 689 kPa water proofed calcium silicate, encased
in a 360 degree galvanized sheet metal shield. Insert shall be of same thickness as adjoining pipe
insulation. Shield length and minimum sheet metal gauge shall conform to the following schedule.
Pipe Size Shield Length Minimum Thickness
mm mm mm
15-40 100 1.1
50-150 150 1.1
200-250 220 1.8
350-450 300 1.8
500 & UP 450 1.8

Insulation insert to extend 25 mm beyond sheet metal shield on allinsulated lines. Model types shall be
standard catalog items for specificapplication. Shields shall be installed in full accordance
withmanufacturer's recommendations.
5- Insulation on indoor work shall have composite (insulation, jacket orfacing, and adhesive used to adhere
the facing or jacket to the insulation.Insulation shall be flame retardant essentially non combustible,
andshall not produce toxic vapors or dense smoke when burned.
6-
Accessories such as adhesives, mastics, coatings, cements, tapes, etc. forfittings shall have the same
component rating as listed above and shall beapplied in strict accordance with manufacturer's instructions
including recommended coverages. Treatment of jackets or facings toimpart flame-and-smoke safety
shall be permanent. The use ofwater-soluble treatments is prohibited.

6-
Accessories
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component rating as listed above and shall beapplied in strict accordance with manufacturer's instructions
including recommended coverages. Treatment of jackets or facings toimpart flame-and-smoke safety
shall be permanent. The use ofwater-soluble treatments is prohibited.
7- The only exception to the above material requirements is where amaterial meeting these requirements is
not available from anymanufacturer, in which case substitute items shall be subject toindividual approval
by the Architect.
8- Where insulation is specified for piping, insulate similarly all connection,vents, drains and any piping
connected to system subject to heat loss orgain.
9- Adhesives and coating shall beapplied according to the manufacturersstandard insulation instructions.
No adhesive or cements shall be appliedto ambient temperatures below those recommended by
manufacturers.
2.2 INSULATION THICKNESS AND TYPE OF APPLICATION
A. Piping systems described shall be insulated as follows, including all flanges,fittings, valves, expansion
joints, vents, drains and all other parts of the system.All piping subject to freezing such as in outdoor air
or discharge plenums oroutdoors shall be insulated with twice the insulation thickness specified herein.
Piping System Insulation Thickness Insulation Type
Primary & secondary chilled water supply & return

Below 50 mm 38mm P-1
50mm To 200mm =50mm 200mm & Up 65mm P-1
Refrigerant suction 25 mm P-5
Outdoor condenser water 50 mm P-1
Outdoor domestic water (for lengths see Plumbing dwgs) 50 mm P-1
Drain piping from fan coil units 25 mm P-2
Drains from A.C.units, cooling coildrip pans, and mis-

cellaneous 25 mm P-2
piping subject to sweating
Engine Exhaust 75 mm P-4
Secondary chilled water branches to fan coil units (copper

25 mm P-2
tubing)
Secondary Heating water and secondary hot branches to

25 mm P-3
fancoil units.

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Heating water supply & return 37°C to 122°C

below 25 mm 25mm P-3
from 35 mm to 100 mm 38 mm P-3
from 125 mm & up 50 mm P-3
Piping System Insulation Thickness Insulation Type
Steam supply, returnand pump discharge(0 to 103 kpa)

Up to 25mm IPS 25mm P-3
30mm to 100 IPS 50mm P-3
125 IPS and larger 63mm P-3
Steam supply, returnand pump discharge (110 kpa to 378 kpa)

Up to 25mm 38mm P-3
30mm to 50mm 50mm P-3
125mm IPS and larger 75mm P-3
Steam supply, returnand pump discharge (385 kpa to 1378

kpa)
Up to 25mm 38mm P-3
125mm IPS and larger 100mm P-3
Thermal fluid (hot oil)

Up to 100mm (2) 38mm layers P-4
Over 100mm (2) 50mm layers P-4
2.3 PIPING INSULATION TYPES
A. Type P-1 Glass Fiber for Cold Pipes
1.0 Insulation shall be glass fiber with a maximum K factor of .24 at23P°PC mean temperature with factory
applied vapor barrier jacket.
2.0 Longitudinal lap and 75 mm wide vapor barrier joint seal strips shall beadhered neatly in place with
vapor barrier adhesive. Factory appliedself-sealing laps are acceptable.
3.0 Ends of pipe insulation shall be sealed off with vapor barrier coating atflanges, valves and fittings and at
intervals of not more than 7 meters oncontinuous runs of pipe.
4.0 Fittings and valves shall be insulated with molded fittings, miteredsegmentsof pipe insulation or 0.45 kg
fiberglass blanket, compressed 2to 1. Secure with copper-clad wire. Thickness to be same as
adjoininginsulation (minimum of 25 mm thickness on fiberglass blanket). Flangesshall be insulated with
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with insulatingcement. Fittings, etc. shall be vapor-sealed by applying two 1.5 mmthick coats of vapor
barrier coating reinforced with glass fabric (10 x 10).Lap the glassfabric at least 25 mm on itself and 50
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4.0 Fittings and valves shall be insulated with molded fittings, miteredsegmentsof pipe insulation or 0.45 kg
fiberglass blanket, compressed 2to 1. Secure with copper-clad wire. Thickness to be same as
adjoininginsulation (minimum of 25 mm thickness on fiberglass blanket). Flangesshall be insulated with
sectional pipe insulation extending a minimum of 25 mm beyond end of bolts. Bolt area shall be filled
with insulatingcement. Fittings, etc. shall be vapor-sealed by applying two 1.5 mmthick coats of vapor
barrier coating reinforced with glass fabric (10 x 10).Lap the glassfabric at least 25 mm on itself and 50
mm on adjoiningpipe insulation. If fiberglass blanket is used, a smoothing coat offinishing cement must
be applied before the vapor barrier is applied.
5.0 Concealed piping shall be banded in place with three aluminum bandsper section, one over each end of
the joint sealing strip, and one in themiddle of the section. Where self-sealing laps are used, bands are
not required.
6.0 All exposed piping shall have a factory attached, pre-sized glass clothcoveredvapor barrier jacket.
Vapor-barrier jacket may be vinyl-coatedembossed laminate.
7.0 Piping insulation density is notlessthan70-80Kg/cu . m .
B. Type P-2 Glass Fiber for Anti-Sweat Insulation

1.0 Insulation shall be glass fiber with a maximum K factor of .24 at 23°Cmean temperature with factory
applied vapor barrier jacket.
2.0 Longitudinal lap and 75 mm wide vapor barrier joint seal strips shall beadhered neatly in place with
vapor barrier adhesive. Factory appliedself-sealing laps are acceptable.
3.0 Fittings and valves for pipe sizes smaller than 200 mm shall be insulatedand finished with Insulating and
Finishing Cement. On pipe sizes 200mm and larger, use segments of the molded insulation or
moldedfiberglass fittings wired securely in place. Flanges shall be insulated withsectional pipe
insulation extending a minimum of 25 mm beyond the endof the bolts. Bolt area to be filled with
mineral wool cement. Thicknessof fittings, valve and flange insulation shall be same as adjoining
pipeinsulation. Concealed fittings, etc., may be insulated with 0.45 kgfiberglass blanket wrapped firmly
under compression, 2 to 1 and securedwith copper-clad wire.
Concealed piping shall be banded in place with three aluminum bandspersection, one over each end of
4.0 the joint sealing strip and one in themiddle of the section. Where self-sealing laps are used, bands are
notrequired.
All exposed piping shall have a factory attached, white, all-service jacket(ASJ). Exposed fittings, etc.,
5.0 shall be finished with open weave glassfabric (10 x 10) smoothly adhered and coated with lagging
adhesive.
6.0 Piping insulation density is notlessthan96 Kg/cu . m .
C. Type P-3 Glass Fiber Pipe Insulation for heating Pipes

1.0 Insulation shall be molded glass fiber with a maximum K factor of 0.24at 23°C mean temperature with
factory applied jacket.
2.0 Longitudinal lap and 75 mm wide joint seal strips shall be secured withoutward clinch staples on
concealed piping and vaporbarrier adhesive onexposed piping. Factory applied self-sealing laps (SSL)
are acceptable.

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3.0 Fittings and valves for pipe sizes smaller than 200 mm shall be insulatedand finished with Insulating and
Finishing Cement. On pipe sizes 200mm and larger, use segments of the molded insulation or
moldedfiberglass fittings wired securely in place. Flanges shall be insulated withsectional pipe
insulation extending a minimum of 25 mm beyond the endof the bolts. Bolt area to be filled with
mineral wool cement. Thicknessof fittings, valve and flange insulation shall be same as adjoining pipe
insulation. Concealed fittings, etc., may be insulated with 0.45 kgfiberglass blanket wrapped firmly
under compression, 2 to 1 and securedwith copper-clad wire.
4.0 All exposed piping shall be finished with a factory attached, all-servicejacket (ASJ). Exposed fittings,
etc., shall be finished with open weaveglass fabric (10 x 20) adhered and coated with lagging adhesive.
5.0 Piping insulation density isnotlessthan 96 Kg/cu . m .
D. Type P-4 Calcium Silicate Pipe Insulation.

1.0 Insulation shall be 132 kgper cu. m. density molded a hydrous calciumsilicate with a maximum K factor
of 0.42 at 93°C mean temperature.Insulation shall be fastened inplace with 1.7 m copper-clad wire on
450mm maximum centers.
a. All insulation shall consist of half-round sections in single-layerthickness.
b. Multi-layered or multi-segmental insulation is unacceptable.
2.0 Fittings and valves for pipe sizessmaller than 200 mm shall be insulatedand finished with Insulating and
Finishing Cement to a thickness equal tothe adjoining pipe insulation. Fittings and valves for pipe sizes
200 mmand larger shall be insulated with segments of the molded insulationwired securely in place and
finished with a smoothing coat of finishingcement.
3.0 Flanges shall be insulated with sectional pipe insulation extending aminimum of 25 mm beyond the ends
of the bolt. Bolt area shall be filledwith mineral wool cement.
4.0 Flanges and welded joints shall not be covered until the piping has beenhydrostatically tested per section
15510 of this specification.
D. Type P-5 Closed Cell Structure for Anti-Sweat Insulation

1.0 Insulation shall be polyolefin slip over pipe type with a maximum Kfactor of .24 at 23°C mean
temperature.
2.0 Longitudinal open self sealing butt joint with pre-glued seal strips shallbe adhered neatly in place.
3.0 Ends of pipe insulation shall be sealed using a fuse seal gun and glue sticks.
.
2.4 INSULATION FOR SHEET METAL

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A. Insulate sheet metal as follows:
1.0 Air supply system casings and plenums including all equipment from airintake plenum to fan discharge
37 mm type D-2, (exceptions as noted onplans).
2.0 Air conditioning system supply ducts in equipment rooms-37 mm typeD-2.
3.0 Air conditioning supply and return air ducts in other than equipmentrooms-37 mm type D-1.
4.0 All exhaust air ducts shall be un-insulated except where external orinternal acoustic treatment is required.
5.0 All outside air ducts and plenums and plenums containing a percentageof outside air on inlet side of air
supply systems. 25 mm type D-2.
6.0 All pool supply ducts between walls of double wall ductwork (see Section 15768) 37 mm type D-2.
2.50 PIPE SLEEVES AND DUCT OPENINGS
A. All pipe sleeves and duct openings penetrating floor slabs, partitions, walls, etc.,shall be packed with
fiberglass and sealed with mineral wool.
2.60 INSULATION TYPES
A. Type D-1 Flexible Duct Insulationwith Vapor Barrier.
1.0 Flexible duct insulation shall be37kg per cu. m. density glass fiber withmaximum K factor of 0.29 at
23°C mean temperature, with reinforcedfoil-faced, flame resistant kraft vapor barrier.
2.0 Insulation shall be secured with duct adhesive. All joints shall be sealedby adhering a 50 mm sealing lap
at all joints with vapor barrier adhesiveor 75 mm strips of vapor barrier jacket applied with vapor
barrieradhesive. Insulation shall then be fastened with 1.7 mm copper-clad wire orfiberglass cord on 300
mm centers. On ducts over 600 mm wide, weldedpins and clips shall be used on the underside.
3.0 Exposed round ducts shall have a white vinyl reinforced foil vapor barrier.Application same except wires
shall be omitted and blanket shall besecured by stapling 50 mm longitudinal lap. Staples shall be coated
withvapor barrier coating.
B. Type D-2 Rigid Duct Insulation with Vapor Barrier.
1.0 Rigid duct insulation shall be 96 kg per cu. m. density glass fiber withmaximum K factor of .24 at 23°C
mean temperature with ASJ exposedvapor barrier facing.

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2.0 Insulation shall be impaled over welded pins applied to duct surface on
300 to 450 mm centers. Use a minimum of two rows of fasteners oneach side of duct. Secureinsulation
with suitable speed washers or clipsfirmly imbedded into insulation.
3.0 All joints and voids in the insulation shall be filled with Mineral WoolCement. All joints, speed washers
and breaks in the vapor barrier shallbe sealed with 75 mm wide strips of the vapor barrier facing
adheredwith vapor barrier adhesive.
4.0 Exposed ductwork shall have a white vinyl reinforced foil vapor barrierfacing. Care shall be taken in
sealing joints speed washers, etc., withmatching 75 mm or 125 mm tapeof vapor barrier to insure
goodappearance.
C. Type D-3 Flexible Duct Insulation forheatingDucts.
1.0 Flexible duct insulation shall be24kg per cu. m. density glass fiber witha maximum K factor of 0.29 at
23°C mean temperature.
2.0 Insulation shall be secured with an adhesive. But all edges of insulationon exposed ducts and lap all
edges of insulation 50 mm on concealedduct. Insulation shall then be fastened with 1.7 mm copper-clad
wire on
300 mm centers.
3.0 Exposed ducts shall have whitevinyl, reinforced foil facing. Secured bystapling a 50 mm longitudinal
lap and eliminate wire.
2.70 INSULATION FOR EQUIPMENT AND SPECIAL SYSTEMS

The following Cold Equipment shall be insulated with vapor barrier board insulation using Type E-1
A. insulation:
1.0 Centrifugal Refrigeration Equipment-50 mm.
2.0 Evaporators, Dehumidifiers and Exchangers-50 mm.
3.0 Chilled Water Pumps, and Expansion Tanks-25 mm.
4.0 Single Inlet Fans Downstream of Cooling Coils-50 mm.
2.80 INSULATION FOR HOT EQUIPMENT
A. The following Hot Equipment shall be insulated with semi-rigid insulation usingType E-2 insulation.

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1.0 Generator 121°C. Max. 25 mm.
2.0 Compression Tank-121°C max. 50 mm.
B. The following hot equipment and system components shall be insulated withhigh temperature block
insulation using Type E-3 insulation:
1.0 Kitchen Range Exhaust Ducts and Fans-50 mm.
1.0 Flues-50 mm.
C. Type E-1 Glass Fiber Rigid Equipment Insulation with Vapor Barrier.
1.0 Insulation shall be 96 kg per cu. m. density glass fiber with vapor barrierfacing and having a maximum K
factor of 0.24 at 23°C meantemperature.
2.0 Insulation shall be firmly held in place with copper-clad wire or pins andclips on 300 mm centers.
3.0 All joints and voids in the insulation shall be filled with mineral woolcement. All joints and breaks in
the vapor barrier shall be sealed withstrips of the vapor barrier facing adhered with vapor barrier
adhesive.
4.0 Finish shall consist of imbedding an open weave glass fabric (20 x 20)into wet coating of lagging
adhesive over-lapping the seams at least 50mm. A finish coat of lagging adhesive shall then be applied.
5.0 Sections of equipment requiring periodic servicing such as heads andpumps shall be insulated with
flanged, sectional, gasketed vaportight aluminum sheet metal covers 1.2mm thick lined with 50mm 67
kgdensity fiberglass board.
D. Type E-2 Glass Fiber Rigid Equipment Insulation for Hot Equipment.
1.0 Insulation shall be 96 kg per cu. m. density glass fiber having amaximum K factor of .24 at 23°C mean
temperature.
2.0 Insulation shall be firmly held in place with copper clad wire or pins andclips on 300 mm center.
3.0 All joints and voids in the insulation shall be filled with mineral woolcement.
4.0 Over the insulation apply 25 mm galvanized wire netting secured to thebands or wires and pulled down
tight. Then apply 1 coat of Insulatingand Finishing Cement troweled to a smooth finish.

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5.0 Exposed equipment shall be finishedby embedding open weave glassfabric (20 x 20) into wet coating of
lagging adhesive overlapping seams 50 mm. A finished coat of lagging adhesive shall then be applied.
6.0 Section of equipment requiring periodic servicing such as heads andpumps shallbe insulated with sheet
metal cover lined with 67 kg densityfiberglass board.
E. Type E-3 High Temperature Block Insulation for Hot Equipment.
1.0 High temperature insulation shall be 192 kg per cu. m. density moldedhydrous calcium silicate with
amaximum K factor of 0.24 at 79°C meantemperature.
2.0 Insulation shall be securely wired in place with copper clad wire orgalvanized steel bands 12 x 0.4 mm
on 300 mm centers.
3.0 All joints and voids in the insulation shall be filled and pointed withmineral wool cement.
4.0 Over the insulation apply 25 mm galvanized wire netting secured to thebands or wires and pulled down
tight. Then apply 1 coat of Insulatingand Finishing Cement troweled to a smooth finish.
5.0 Exposed equipment shall be finished by embedding open weave glassfabric (20 x 20) into wet coating of
lagging adhesive, overlapping allseams 50 mm. A finished coat of lagging adhesive shall then be
applied.
2.90 ALUMINUM ACCESS COVERS
A. Sections of equipment requiring periodic servicing shall be installed withaluminum covers lined with the
same thickness of material as the adjoininginsulation.
2.10 WEATHERPROOFING FINISHES FOR OUTDOOR INSULATION
A. Outdoor Piping and Round Duct
1.0 Finish with a 0.4 mm thick aluminumjacket which has a factory appliedmoisture barrier. For all
applications where it is available, the jacketingshall be factory attached to the insulation and installed per
manufacturer'srecommendation.
2.0 Where field applied jacketing must be used,it shall be applied with 50mm overlap facing down from the
weather and shall be secured with analuminum band 12 x .3 mm and seals applied on 300 mm centers
withbands applied directly over but overlaps. As an alternate, the jacketingmay be applied withrivets.
Where jacketing is cut out or abutts anun-insulated surface, the joint shall be sealed with foam sealant.
3.0 Fittings and valves shall be insulated and finished with mitered sectionsof the insulation with factory
attached aluminum jackets installed permanufacturer's recommendation.

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B. Outdoor Equipment, Rectangular Duct Work and Irregular Surfaces.
1.0 The insulated surfaces shall be weather protected with two coats ofmastic, with open weave glass cloth
membrane imbedded between thecoats. Embed 38mm x 38mm .7mm perforated galvanized steel
angleson all corners in mastic. The total thickness of the coating shall be aminimum of 3 mm.
C. Where exposed indoor pipe and ductwork insulation is subject to physicaldamage or abuse, such as pump
rooms and fan rooms, install aluminumjacketing equivalent to outdoor weatherproofing finishes.
D. Where piping or ductwork insulation is subject to foot traffic or similarconditions provide galvanized
steel stairs with handrails or appropriate bridgesover piping.
PART 3–EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
A Install insulation in accordance with approved installation drawings andmanufacturer's recommendations.

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SECTION 15660
FUEL OIL STORAGE TANK
PART 1–GENERAL
A. Drawings and general provisions of Contract, including General andSupplementary Conditions and
Division-1 Specification sections, apply to workof this section.
tests necessary to complete and make ready for operationby the Owner, all fuel oil storage tank work in
accordance with drawings andspecifications.
A. Standards
1.0 DEC
2.0 NFPA
1.4 SUBMITTALS
A. Shop drawings indicating sizes, types, location and method of installation.
B. Product Data: Manufacturer's printed data, catalog cuts, recommended method ofinstallation.
A. Deliver material in properlylabeled packaged and undamaged.
B. Do not store exposed to weather.
PART 2– PRODUCTS
2.1 FUEL STORAGE TANK
A. Furnish and install one blacksteel Fuel Storage Tank. locally manufactured. Forsize, capacity and model
type, refer to drawings.
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B. The tank shall be constructed, tested and installed in accordance with recommendations The tank
manufacturer's statement that this tank conforms with local codes ofEnvironmental Conservation label
must be permanently displayed.
C. Loading Conditions-Tank shall meet the following design criteria:
1.0 External hydrostatic pressure. Buried in ground 7' of overburden over the top of the tank. The hole fully
flooded and a safety factor of 5:1 againstgeneral buckling.
2.0 Surface loads: When installed according to manufacturer's installationinstructions tanks will withstand
surface H-20 axle loads (32,000 lbs/axle).
3.0 Internal load: Primary tank and annular space shall with stand pressure test of 5 psi. Resulting in a 5 to
1 safety factor.
4.0 Tanks shall be designed to support accessory equipment such as ladders,drop tubes, etc. when installed
according to manufacturer's recommendations and limitations.
D. Product Storage Requirements:
1.0 Tanks must be vented. Tanks are designed for operation at atmosphericpressure only, except for use
with vapor recovery systems providing thepressure or vacuum does not exceed 1 psi.
2.0 Tanks shall be capable of storing liquids with specific gravity up to 1:1.
3.0 Maximum temperature. Tanks shall be capable ofstoring fuel oil attemperatures not to exceed 65oC at
the tank interior surface.
4.0 Tanks shall be chemically inert to petroleum products.
E. Accessories:
1.0 Anchor straps-provide steel reinforced anchor straps for tank. Number andlocation of strapsshall be as
specified by manufacturer. Straps shall be standard as supplied by the tank manufacturer.
2.0 Certification Plate label shall be permanently affixed to each tank.
3.0 Flanged Manways

a. The standard man ways to be .56m I.D.
b. The manway will be furnished complete with UL listed gaskets, bolts and covers.

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c. The steel manway cover shall have three 100mm NPT fittings weldedin place.
F. The manufacturer's price shall include the cost of all shipping permits andtransportation to deliver the
tankto the jobsite.
G. The tanks shall be set on 300mm of pea gravel and anchored to a concretefoundation with fiberglass
hold-down straps as recommended by themanufacturer. Each strap shall be capable of withstanding the
buoyancy load forthe tank diameter.
H. The manufacturer of the tank shall submit shop drawings of the tank for approval.The shop drawings
shall indicate the size, construction data, tapping connections,location of the tappings and hold-down
installation.
I. Performance Warranty:
Tankmanufacturer shall furnish a warranty stating as follows:

We warrant that our tanks if installed in accordance with our instructions:
1.0 Will meet our published specifications and will be free from materialdefects in materials and
workmanship for a period of one year followingdate of original shipment;
2.0 Will not fail for a period of thirty (30) years from date of original shipmentdue to external corrosion;
3.0 Will not fail for a period of thirty (30) years from date of original purchasedue to internal corrosion,
provided the tank is used solely with fuel oil attemperatures not to exceed 65oC.
4.0 Will not leak for a period of thirty (30) years from date of original purchasedue to structural failure
(defined as breaking or collapse) provided theinstallation is performed and validated by a qualified
installation contractorand the tank is used as stated above.
J. Alarm functions of the tank gauging systems follows:
1.0 Low level on tank: Flashing display on gauge and sounding of local alarmbell. Alarm silencing
pushbutton silences bell, display continues to flashuntil situation corrected.
2.0 Output shall be 4-20 m adc which shall interface with strip chart recorder.
PART 3-EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
A. Install in accordance with approved shopdrawings and manufacturer'srecommendation.
3.2 ADJUSTMENTS

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A. When the system is energized make all required adjustments and test as permanufacturer's
recommendations for leakage.

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SECTION 15661
FUEL OIL SPECIALTIES
PART 1–GENERAL
A. Drawings and general provisions of Contract, including General andSupplementary Conditions and
Division-1 Specification sections, apply to workof this section.
tests necessary to complete and make ready foroperation by the Owner, all fuel oil specialties work in
accordance with drawingsand specifications.
A. Standards
1.0 ANSI
2.0 ASTM
3.0 U.S. Federal Specifications.
B. Regulatory Agency
1.0 Comply with requirements of all governing authorities having jurisdiction.
1.4 SUBMITTALS
A. Shop drawings indicating sizes, types of materials, details, attachment andinstallations.
B. ProductData: Manufacturer's printed data, catalog cuts, recommendedconnections and installation

methods.
C. Samples, when requested
D. Manufacturer's test data
E. Reports of field tests required.
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A. Deliver materials properly identified as to type, size, etc., and undamaged.
B. Do not store exposed to weather, cover with suitable type material to protect fromdamage.
PART 2– PRODUCTS
2.1 OIL FILL AND VENT TERMINALS
A. Furnish and install a fill cap at oil tank fill pipe terminal. Each fill cap shall havecast iron body, cast
bronze cap, gasket and key. Fill cap terminals shall begalvanized or cadimum plated
B. Vent Heads-Oil tank vent pipe terminal shall be provided with a weatherprooftype vent head
2.2 FUEL OILPUMP
A. Furnish and install fuel oil pump sets of sizes and capacities as shown in the drawings.
B. Each pump set shall consist of the following basic parts completely assembled,piped and wired and ready
for installation.
1.0 Fuel oil pumps: Positivedisplacement types directly connected by flexiblecouplings to explosion proof
type motors. Include coupling guards.
2.0 Duplex suction and discharge strainer of line size, fitted with two brass filtering baskets with 1mm
perforations. The strainer shall have a transfer handle for switch cover of filter baskets, which shall
operate a plug typevalve.
3.0 Relief valves with an adjustable range of 172 to 1034 kPa, set at 861 kPa.
4.0 Gauges: All gauges to be 115mm. (2) oil pressure gauges 760mm/0-414kPa at suction and discharge
side of the suction strainer. (2) oil pressuregauges 0-414 kPa at pump discharge and pump set outlet.
5.0 Oil pressure regulator, Preferred Utilities type "V".
6.0 Oil pressure switches, syphon mounted, installed to operatelead/lag, pumpfailure back-up system.
7.0 Control cabinet: NEMA 12 construction mounted on structural steel frame,completely prewired and
containing the following components:
a. Pump motor circuit breakers.

b. Pump motor starters with overload protection and reset buttons

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c. Pump lead/lag system with lead pump selector switch.

d. Pump hand-off-auto switches.
e. Pump "ON" indicating lights.
f. Pump failure indicating light.
g. Control circuit power switch and transformer.

h. Numbered terminal strips and engraved nameplates.
i. 115mm alarm bell.
j. Additional contacts for a trouble audio/visual alarm at the buildingcentral alarm panel upon
the activation of any alarms at the fuel oilpump control panel.
k. System D.D.C. control equipment as shown.
C. Piping shall be schedule 40 black steel with malleable iron fittings. Providecheck valves at each pump
discharge . Each pump shall be protected by anexternal relief valve. Include gate valves at the suction
and discharge of eachpump.
D. Factory test the unit and provide a certificate attesting to the completion of asuccessful test.
E. Shop drawings shall include complete elementary and connection wiringdiagrams, piping diagrams and
installation instructions.
2.3 FUEL SYSTEM
Each generator shall be provided with a fuel day tank of capacity sufficientfor a 24 hours operation at
The tanksFuel
full load. shallshall
be welded
flow bysteel, withfrom
gravity steelthe
support saddles,tapingsfor
fuel day accessories,threaded connections.
tank to the engine.
The tanks shall be equipped with tank fill, gages, vent, floatswitches, and outlet connections as shown on
drawings. The fuel feed line to the daytank shall be of at least 3 cm internal diameter and shall be fitted
with a ball. Valve witha stopcock. The day tank shall be fitted.
The day tank shall be provided with a breather pipe with replaceable paper type air filteror with breather
caps with air filters. A mechanically operated dial type level indicatorshall be fitted on the day tank .
The tanks shall be factory painted with two coat of suitable rust inhibiting metal primer.The tank shall be
inclined by at least 3 degrees from the horizontal and a drainagestopcock or plug fitted at the bottom of
the end wall of the tank.
The fuel pipe shall be schedule 40 black steel malleable iron fittings.
PART 3-EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
A. Install in accordance with approved shopdrawings and manufacturer'srecommendation.

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SECTION 15730
CONDENSING UNITS
PART 1–GENERAL
A. Drawings and general provisions of Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and
B. General Provisions for HVAC Work, Section 15010, applies to work of thisSection.
C. The requirements of this Section apply to equipment specified elsewhere in the specification.
D. Section 15952-Control and Instrumentation.
E. Section 16180-Equipment Wiring Systems : Electrical supply to units
A. Manufacturers: Firms regularly engaged in manufacture of radiators, units andcabinet heaters of the
types, materials and sizes required, whose products havebeen in satisfactory use in similar service for not
less than 5 years. Provideequipment produced by a manufacturer listed as an Acceptable Manufacturer
inthis section. Furnish all equipment from one manufacturer.
B. Standards Compliance: Comply with requirements of applicable local codes andthe following:
1.0 ARI standard 360 for tests and rates.
2.0 The unit must comply with ASI-IRAE standard 15 for safety code formechanical refrigeration and
to be designed, manufactured and tested inaccordance with UL requirements.
3.0 NEC requirements for electrical power and control wiring for constructionand installation NEMA Std.
pub/No.'s MG 1, 2, 3, 10 and 11 for energyefficient motors.
4.0 Refrigerant (Rl34a) must comply with the international environmental requirements.
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1.5 SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: Submit manufacturer's product data, including printed technicalliterature,

andcataloguecuts for each type of Fan Coil Unit and CondensingUnit, indicating connection details,
dimensions and required clearances, andinstallationinstructions.
B. Schedule: Submit a schedule showing manufacturer, models, sizes, andcapacities for approval before
ordering the equipment.
C. The selection of the unit should achieve all the parameters different than thenominal conditions (outdoor
temperature, pipe length, indoor temperature).
PART 2– PRODUCTS
A. Condensing Unit shall be factory assembled, refrigerant 134a pre-charged, pre-wired and tested for
capacity ratings accordingto AR1standard 360. Each unitshall consist of compressors, condenser,and
expansionvalve,filter drier, sightglass, interconnecting refrigerant piping to air handling units cooling
coils and allother standard accessories and controls.
B. Condensing units should be selected to be operated normally considering thevertical and horizontal
distances between the air handling units and condensingunits.
C. Unit casing shall be weather proof construction, made of heavy gaugegalvanizedsteel, backedenamel
finish.The unitmust befitted with 2" thermal and acousticinsulation to the whole assembly. Allpanels
shall be easily removable and allcomponents must be easily accessible for servicing. Units shall be
supplied withprotection grill to protect condenser coil from physical damage.
D. Compressor shall be of semi-hermetic type with oil level sight glassandcrankcase heater. Units with
multi-compressor, each compressor shall have itsindependent refrigerant circuit unit shall be equipped
with hot gas bypass.
E.
Condenser coilshall be constructedofseamless coppertubes withaluminiumplate finsmechanically
bonded to the tube. Maximum number of finsper inch shall not exceed 12. The condenser fans shall be
double width double-inlet forward centrifugal type with adjustable belt drive or axial fan with
separatemotor to each fan. Condenser intake and discharge shall be protected with birdscreen.
F. Motors shall be totally enclosed fan cooled, drip proof class F insulation. Thecontrol voltage shall be 24
volts.
G. The unit shall be complete with the following minimum control andprotectiondevices:
1.0 Safety interlocking between air handling unit fan motor with compressor operationand mechanical
interlocking through an airflow switch.

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1.0 Safety interlocking between air handling unit fan motor with compressor operationand mechanical
interlocking through an airflow switch.
2.0 Sequence operation for compressors in accordance with return air temperature
3.0 Manually reset and adjustable high pressure and adjustable low-pressurecutout forcompressor protection
4.0 Manually reset and adjustable oil pressure differential cutout of 90/120 sec.
5.0 Time guard circuit for preventing compressor rapid recycling of adjustable range from 5 minutes to 15
minutes
6.0 Time delay relay for sequence starting of multiple compressors system of minimum 15 sec
7.0 Separate single phasing preventor with a response time rating of maximum 2sec
8.0 Inherent thermal protection and three-leg overload with manual reset forcompressor motor winding and
fans motor winding.
9.0 Magnetic contractors for compressor and condenser fans motor
PART 3-EXECUTION
3.1 INSPECTION
A. Examine area and condition under whichcondensingunits are to be installed.Notify Project Director in
writing of conditions detrimental to proper completionof the work. Do not proceed with the work until
unsatisfactory conditions havebeen corrected.
3.2 INSTALLATION
A. Furnish and install factory assembled condensingunits of the types, sizes,capacities, and arrangements
indicated on the drawings and specified herein.
B. The contractor shall level each machine in accordance with manufacturer·srecommendations and
submitlevellingdata to the engineer for review.
C. Inspection and performance tests shall be carried out on contractor expenses tothe satisfaction of the
engineer.
D. Units shall be installed in accordance with manufacturer's installationinstructions.
E. Install vibration isolators to concrete pad with anchor bolts and secure unit to vibration isolators..
B. The HVAC contractor should consider the distance between the condensing unit and air handling unit
while selecting and installing those units according to manufacturer recommendations.

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SECTION 15738
SPLIT SYSTEMAIR CONDITIONINGUNITS
PART 1–GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. This Section includes split-system air-conditioning and heat pump units consisting of separate
evaporator-fan and compressor-condenser components. Units are designed for exposed or concealed
mounting, and may be connected to ducts.
A. Drawings and general provisions of Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and
B. General Provisions for HVAC Work, Section 15010, applies to work of thisSection.
C. The requirements of this Section apply to equipment specified elsewhere in the specification.
D. Section 15952-Control and Instrumentation.
E. Section 16180-Equipment Wiring Systems : Electrical supply to units
A. Manufacturers: Firms regularly engaged in manufacture of radiators, units and cabinet heaters of the
types, materials and sizes required, whose products have been in satisfactory use in similar service for
not less than 5 years. Provide equipment produced by a manufacturer listed as an Acceptable
Manufacturer inthis section. Furnish all equipment from one manufacturer.
B. Standards Compliance: Comply with requirements of applicable local codes andthe following:
1.0 ARI:Certify that the capacities of each model and size are in compliance with industry standard 440-89
for Room Fan Coil Units.
2.0 ARI: Test and rate each model and size for sound in accordance withindustry standard 443-71 for sound
ratings of Fan Coil Air Conditioners.
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3.0 ARI 210-Unitary Air-Conditioning Equipment.
4.0 ARI 270-Sound Rating of Outdoor Unitary Equipment.
5.0 Guarantee each unit to operate at the certified sound levels. Replace anyunit which does notfulfilthis
requirement.
1.5 SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: Submit manufacturer's product data, including printed technicalliterature,

andcataloguecuts for each type of Fan Coil Unit and CondensingUnit, indicating connection details,
dimensions and required clearances, andinstallationinstructions.
B. Schedule: Submit a schedule showing manufacturer, models, sizes, andcapacities for approval before
ordering the equipment.
C. The selection of the unit should achieve all the parameters different than thenominal conditions (outdoor
temperature, pipe length, indoor temperature).
PART 2– PRODUCTS
2.1 EVAPORATOR-FAN UNIT
A. Units of blow-through design complete with fans, motors, insulated drain pan,and insulatedauxiliary
drain pan and cooling and heating section as follows:
1.0 1.2 mm galvanized steel housing fully lined with 15 mm, glass fiber acousticand thermal insulation.
2.0 Fabricate main drain pan, extended type, and auxiliary drain pan of 1.2 mmgalvanized steel and line
them with a closed cell, fire retardant, foaminsulation.
3.0 Fans are to be centrifugal, forward curved, DWDI direct connected type, dynamically and statically
balanced. Construct the blower assembly of galvanized steel.
Motors are to be 3-speed tap wound, permanent split capacitor type with UL listed thermal overload
4.0 protection. Arrange the motor blower assembly for easy removal, including a quick disconnect on the
motor cord. Include sleevetype or ball bearing type motor bearings with oil tubes andoversized oil
reservoirs.
5.0 Coil no less than 2-rows deep, fabricated of 15mm O.D. copper tubes and aluminium fins mechanically
bonded to the tubes. Include a manual air vent discharging to the drain pan and a drain cock.
6.0 Provide mounting brackets for ceiling suspension, including approved vibration elimination devices and
discharge duct collar.
7.0 All electric wiring between the fan motor, unit mounted controls and junction box mounted on the unit
will be and factory installed by the manufacturer.Provide suitable terminals for field connections of
power and thermostat and valve control wiring.
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7.0 All electric wiring between the fan motor, unit mounted controls and junction box mounted on the unit
will be and factory installed by the manufacturer.Provide suitable terminals for field connections of
power and thermostat and valve control wiring.
8.0 Furnish the following controls to be installed by this contractor and wired bythe Electrical Contractor.
a. Thermostat, with warmer/cooler knob, calibrated with degree reading sand 3-speed/ off fan control
switch. Include 2°C deadbands.
9.0 Filters: 1 inch thick, in fiber board frames with ASHRAE 52.2 MERV rating of 6 or higher.
2.2 AIR-COOLED, COMPRESSOR-CONDENSER UNIT
A. Casing steel, finished with baked enamel, with removable panels for access to controls, weep holes for
water drainage, and mounting holes in base. Provide brass service valves, fittings, and gage ports on
exterior of casing.
B. Compressor: Hermetically sealed reciprocating type with crankcase heater and mounted on vibration
isolation Compressor motor shall have thermal- and current-sensitive overload devices, start capacitor,
relay, and contactor..
1.0 Refrigerant: R-410A.
C. Refrigerant Coil: Copper tube, with mechanically bonded aluminum fins, complying with ARI 210/240,
and with liquid subcooler.
D. Heat Pump Components: Reversing valve and low-temperature air cut-off thermostat.
E. Fan: Aluminum-propeller type, directly connected to motor.
F. Motor: Permanently lubricated, with integral thermal-overload protection.
G. Low Ambient Kit: Permits operation down to 45 deg F.
H. Mounting Base: Polyethylene.
I. Minimum Energy Efficiency: Comply with ASHRAE/IESNA 90.1-2004, "Energy Standard for
Buildings except Low-Rise Residential Buildings."
2.3 ACCESSORIES
A. Thermostat: Low voltage with subbase to control compressor and evaporator fan.
B. Refrigerant Line Kits: Soft-annealed copper suction and liquid lines factory cleaned, dried,
pressurized, and sealed; factory-insulated suction line with flared fittings at both ends.

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B. Refrigerant Line Kits: Soft-annealed copper suction and liquid lines factory cleaned, dried,
pressurized, and sealed; factory-insulated suction line with flared fittings at both ends.
1.0 Minimum Insulation Thickness: 1/2 inch thick.
2.4 CONTROLS
A. Control Module: Remote mounted adjustable thermostat with heat anticipator,off-heat-auto-cool switch,
high-low fan switch.
PART 3-EXECUTION
3.1 INSPECTION
A. Examine area and condition under which fan coil units are to be installed. NotifyProject Director in
writing of conditions detrimental to proper completion of the work.
B. Do not proceed with the work until unsatisfactory conditions have beencorrected.
3.2 INSTALLATION
A. Examine area and condition under which fan coil units are to be installed. NotifyProject Director in
writing of conditions detrimental to proper completion of the work.
B. Split units are Wall mounted or ceiling mounted type.

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3 15510 PIPES AND PIPE FITTINGS

4 15515 PIPING SPECIALITIES

5 MOUNTING AND ISOLATION OF MECHANICAL AND

7 15660 FUEL OIL STORAGE TANK

8 15661 FUEL OIL SPECIALITIES

9 15730 CONDENSING UNITS

10 15738 SPLIT SYSTEM AIR CONDITIONING UNITS

11 15762 ACOUSTICAL TREATMENT

12 15855 AIR HANDLING UNITS

14 15880 SHEET METAL DUCTWORK

15 15882 FLOW MEASURING AND BALANCING SYSTEM

16 15885 AIR FILTERS

17 15932 GRILLS, REGISTERS AND DIFUSSERS

18 15980 THERMOMETERS AND GUAGES

19 15990 TESTING AND BALANCING

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GENERAL PROVISIONS FOR HEATING, Page 2 of 87 SECTION 15020

6- "Exposed" not installed underground or "concealed" as defined above.

7- "Indicated" "shown" or "noted" as indicated, shown or noted on drawings and specifications

9- "Reviewed" ,"satisfactory", "accepted" or "directed", "approved" as reviewed, satisfactory,

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14- "Project Manager" is defined as the owner’s Authorized representative.

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE AND STANDARDS

ANSI American National Standards Institute

1.4 ORGANIZATIONOF THE WORK

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B. Put work in place to meet the construction schedule.

1.6 PERMITS, CERTIFICATES, AND FEES

1.7 SCOPE OF WORK

B. Contractor design items

1.8 EXAMINATION OF EXISTING CONDITIONS

B. Verify all grades, elevations, dimensions, and clearances at the site.

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1.9 SHOP DRAWINGS AND OTHER INFORMATION REQUIRED

C. Shop drawings must bear the Contractor's stamp certifying:

1- That he has checked the submitted shop drawings.

3- Scale drawings indicating insert and sleeve locations.

F. Documents will not be accepted for review unless:

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2- Complete information pertaining to appurtenances and accessories is included.

3- Submitted as a package where documents pertain to related items.

1.10 RECORD DRAWING

C- Dimension underground utilities from permanent identifiable structural points.

1.11 AS-BUILT DRAWINGS

B- Neatly revise to conform with Record Drawings.

1.12 COORDINATION OF WORK WITH OTHER TRADES

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1.13 DELIVERY AND RECEIVING

1.14 ROTECTION, MAINTENANCE AND PRODUCT HANDLINGOF HVAC EQUIPMENT

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1.15 EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS

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1.16 ACCESS DOORS IN FINISHED CONSTRUCTION

1.18 OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

1.0 Table of Contents

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2.0 Introduction-Explanation of manual and its use